Review Author: 1st Private Dining Experience - STANDARD UP HIGH

Review Date: 16 Sep 2024

Review Body: Booked our 1st Private dining experience with MED59JCT via Seeksophie. Mr Al (chef & owner) reached out almost immediately via whatsapp. I shared with him our purpose of the meal and he was kind enough to recommend & arrange the dessert as a surprise cake for our friend. It was 3 Adults Saturday Lunch and it was just us - very lovely and cosy setting. Appt starts at 12pm. Natalie (Wife) and Al (Chef) was very lovely and warmed welcome us into their homes. we are BEYOND SHOCK and until now in AWE of their home. Al (Chef & Owner) mentioned that the menu changes every time and you won't get the same food. I always appreciate vendor that prepares in advance without having us wait for our what we paid for. The moment we are done with introduction he started of with the first dish - Vege sticks with hummus & egg plant dip. YUMS and refreshing. 2nd dish was the tomato tart - which at first sounds underwhelming but wow, the tomatoes were specially picked. A Medley of different tomatoes singing in your mouth. very well seasoned and you can tell that Al had put so much heart into it with making sure that the tart retains the integrity of the texture with the topping being a very juicey one. The tart was NOT AT ALL soggy and was really memorable. I can't remember the name of the dish but it was a samosa shaped cheese filling items that was pipping hot and freshly cooked with a squeeze of lemon. BOMB Dish. One of my top favourite was a also the very simple but flavour bomb prawns! Very Fresh Very Juicy Very Demure. I had about 6-7pieces on my own without having all of us fight for any. We was generously portioned and we were secretly hoping to have some bread to soak up the access prawn oil at the end of the bowl. There after we have another star of the show - chicken drumsticks (sorry i didn't catch the name) served with pearl couscous - again, it was 3pax but there was about 7-8 pieces of drum sticks within. VERY VERY Generous. and he made sure his guests were happy and satisfied. Chicken was juice and bone dropping. couscous soaked up the gravy. Lastly we had a Christian inspired cake with a cross shaped décor above. Al was so lovely to get special 'happy birthday' candles for us and helped us with group pictures. If you would alcohol option you could do a top up. We loved that both the host occasionally come by to speak to us about their dish etc and also separately gave us space to catch up giving us good privacy as well. Lastly, Al was very nice to give us a good house tour and shared with us all this though processes of the house. The details that Natalie and himself put in where amazing and you an see the house full of their life experiences and memories in one sacred space. They do have cats & dogs but they put them away when they have appts. no signs of smell of animal items around. very clean very considerate. :) Will definitely want to join for other events or sundown cocktails etc at their rooftop attic area in the near future!

Review rating: 5

Review Author: Karen

Review Date: 30 May 2026

Review Body: Had such a wonderful birthday lunch at Dining@59JCT. The house is absolutely beautiful and creates such a warm, comfortable atmosphere that makes you feel at home from the moment you walk in. Chef Al was incredibly welcoming and engaging throughout the meal, sharing fascinating stories about the dishes, Mediterranean culture, and his culinary journey, which made the experience even more memorable. The food was outstanding from start to finish, with the tagine being a definite highlight; rich, flavourful, and beautifully prepared. As a special birthday surprise, Chef Al baked a Tarta de Santiago for me, and it was really flavourful. It was such a thoughtful gesture and the perfect ending to an amazing meal. Thank you to Chef Al and Natalie for the wonderful hospitality and unforgettable experience. I would highly recommend Dining@59JCT for anyone looking for a unique and intimate Mediterranean dining experience in Singapore.

Review rating: 5

Review Author: Darren and Xiaowei

Review Date: 24 Feb 2026

Review Body: This isn’t our first private dining experience, but it is certainly the most personal one we had. Al made us feel at home in his beautiful abode. It was more than just a dining experience, more like making a friend who is top at making Mediterranean dishes, and sharing the dishes he grew up with, as well as his life stories. The food portions are generous, and he offered to keep the leftovers for us in his fridge while we headed out after lunch. He also did a homemade cake for my girlfriend’s birthday. Having had one too many cakes for her birthday, the one Al made was simple, homely, yet different from all that we had. For this price, I highly recommend you opting for this over any Mediterranean restaurants out there. The superhost status is completely warranted for.

Review rating: 5

Review Author: Jessica Tham

Review Date: 02 Dec 2025

Review Body: Ahhh, so freaking good! My tastebuds lean towards Southeast Asian so usually not craaazy about Western cuisines but this was SO good! The salsa had great kick - loved the spices... One the freshest prawns I've ever eaten, the heads were just bursting w juices. The chicken was slide of the bones tender that came in really wholesome stew. Al is such a delightttful host, warm, informative, and funny as well! The ambience was greatttt, so cool to do the house tour and see all Al and Natalie's travel collections from all around the world - they rly have the coolest souvenirs! They also have a cat and a dog who he let us meet (Mightve been the highlight of highlight for me, hehehe) Thanks Al for the amazing lunchhh!

Review rating: 5

Review Author: Ryan Tham

Review Date: 04 Dec 2025

Review Body: I went for a company team lunch and overall, enjoyed my afternoon at Med@59JCT last week! The spread of food was really good, not to mention the portions were really generous - especially the prawns! I honestly thought that was the end of the meal but turns out there was still a main and a dessert as well! Another notable mention is the cocktail on the menu -Sangria which accompanied the rest of the food well. Aside from food, the host himself, AI had lots of stories to share, both about the food as well as travel stories from his past experience! We were also learnt that he owned both a dog and a cat which he was kind enough to let us meet them too! Overall a really good experience (:

Review rating: 5

Review Author: JL

Review Date: 04 Dec 2025

Review Body: Had a team building experience lunch here (11 of us) and it was so much fun! The space was gorgeous and Al was a fantastic host. The food was also super yummy. I'm vegetarian (the rest of the team are not) and the veggie spread was really good. I especially loved the cheese parcels! We were soooo full after and had to take away! We also really loved being able to tour the space with Al afterwards - he told us stories of all the artifacts around the house. It made it extra special that everything from the food to the artifacts were all very intentional and thought through. Highly recommend to teams or anyone who wants to celebrate a special occasion!

Review rating: 5

Review Author: Ben & Asa

Review Date: 18 Jul 2026

Review Body: Our very first private dining experience, and we were pleasantly surprised by how much we enjoyed it. Good food made from high quality ingredients. We loved the trio of dips, croquettes, pichade, Venetian-style prawns, and the chicken tagine. The Saint James cake served with vanilla ice cream was the perfect ending to an already fantastic meal. What made the experience even more memorable was Chef Al’s sincere and genuine hospitality. Come with an empty stomach, and leave with a satisfied belly, a full heart and a soul warmed by great food, engaging conversation and wonderful hospitality. We are already planning our next visit with family and friends!

Review rating: 5

Review Author: Kai

Review Date: 02 Dec 2025

Review Body: We had our team lunch at Chef Al’s gorgeous home, and it was such a fantastic experience! From the moment we walked in, you could feel all the love and attention Chef Al has put into his place—it’s absolutely beautiful. The food was amazing—really tasty, generous portions, and you could tell everything was made with care. Chef Al is also such a warm and welcoming host, which made the whole meal even more enjoyable. All in all, a lovely afternoon with great food, great company, and an even greater host. Highly recommend it! 😊

Review rating: 5

Review Author: Shiqi

Review Date: 03 Aug 2024

Review Body: We really loved the food! Chef Al's and Natalie's hospitality was so genuine and heartfelt. We loved learning more about the history of the dishes from their family and chatting about the whole experience from their point of view as well! Food was obviously extremely delicious with generous portions. The star of the meal for us was the baked red snapper!! We were stuffed to the brim and wished we had bigger stomachs to experience this amazing dinner longer. Looking forward to more creations and future events by Med@59JCT!

Review rating: 5

Review Author: Lina

Review Date: 01 Dec 2025

Review Body: We booked this experience for our end of year team lunch and it was a wonderful experience! Al's place is so beautiful and thoughtfully decorated that it adds a really nice touch to any celebration. We enjoyed the food, there was something for everyone on our foodie oriented team. Al is also a wonderful host who shared many stories about the recipes, pretty crockery and all the super interesting collection of unique items from around the region. Highly recommend for anyone considering hosting a team or friend gathering.

Review rating: 5

Review Author: Sijin

Review Date: 11 Sep 2024

Review Body: Omg the food was so yummy! My friends were gushing about how fresh and flavorful the food prepared by Al and served by Natalie. Their shop house was gorgeous and very awe inspiring. Do please choose the house tour, roof top option because it makes it more special! One thing to note, because we were savoring the food and chatting so happily, we lost track of time so remember that the meal lasts about 2 hours and perhaps slightly more so we can’t stay too long. Will definitely visit again! Still thinking about the food!

Review rating: 5

Review Author: Kay

Review Date: 24 Sep 2026

Review Body: The moment I stepped into the private ki kitcgen, I experienced a sense of total relief, catches my attention was not the table setting or fragrances of the food , is the depth beyond the glass. I found the entire whole dinner session was so fantastic and you will not find anywhere like AI’s, it makes up with delicious food, story and feelings, try it then you will know how, why and what I am trying to express.

Review rating: 5

Review Author: Daniel C

Review Date: 14 Feb 2026

Review Body: My wife and I were brought on a gastronomical journey around the Mediterranean for a Valentine’s Day lunch in Al’s gorgeous home. All five courses and the pairing wine was scrumptious, exquisite, and warmly intimate - the serving of each dish was accompanied by a personal anecdote regarding the dish. If you are in need of a unique, intimate, and satiating dining experience, I would highly recommend this.

Review rating: 5

Review Author: Azran Osman-Rani

Review Date: 14 Jun 2025

Review Body: Our party of four had an amazing lunch prepared by Chef Al and Natalie. It was a culinary adventure across the Mediterranean, from Morocco, Spain, France, and Turkey. His beautiful home is a carefully restored Peranakan heritage house. It’s the personal stories of his family’s legacy and finding shared experiences across travel around Southeast Asia - that makes this the highlight of our Singapore trip.

Review rating: 5

Review Author: Irma

Review Date: 07 Aug 2024

Review Body: Our dining experience at was truly exceptional. The high quality of the food was evident in every bite. Each dish felt like a work of art, carefully selected and prepared by the host with great skill and attention to detail. The hospitality shown by the hosts made us feel truly welcome and added warmth to the entire experience. We can't wait to visit again and indulge in more of their delicious creations.

Review rating: 5

Review Author: Jovin

Review Date: 09 Oct 2024

Review Body: Beautiful place, wonderful chef, yummy food..! The house itself is so pretty. We chatted with Chef Alban who shared with us passionately about his heritage, his love for food. My husband and I we both enjoyed our experience very much. Highly recommended for anyone who would love a unique cosy private dining experience! Samosa with ricotta cheese fillings and the prawns are my favorites.

Review rating: 5

Review Author: Elgin

Review Date: 02 Jan 2026

Review Body: We had a wonderful dining experience at Al's lovely home. The food was great with bold yet well-balanced flavors and very generous portions. Al was friendly and attentive, taking the time to explain each dish without being intrusive. We also had a lovely chat after. Overall, it was a relaxed and memorable experience. Highly recommended for a cosy gathering or a special occasion!

Review rating: 5

Review Author: Lindy

Review Date: 06 Jun 2026

Review Body: Sensational. All of it. A group of four whose trip to Singapore was made all the more special by sharing a wonderful 5-course Mediterranean feast, privately prepared and cooked by chef Al as we sat around his dining table in his open plan kitchen. Thank you Natalie and Al for welcoming us into your beautiful traditional shop house home. Ditch the Michelin and do this instead.

Review rating: 5

Review Author: Damien & Teresa

Review Date: 20 Oct 2024

Review Body: Had a really enjoyable time with Al! Very authentic and unique fun menu. Each dip and dish was as scrumptious as they were filling. Enjoyed the conversations and all of Al's stories and food recommendations. Also, an unforgettable tour of the unique shophouse and brilliant interior design. Highly recommend to anyone looking for a private dining experience 👍

Review rating: 5

Review Author: Julia

Review Date: 16 Apr 2025

Review Body: More than a private dining experience - an unforgettable evening in one of the most beautiful shophouses you will find in Singapore! Al and Natalie are attentive, warm hosts that entertain you with witty stories and details about the fresh, wholesome and delightful food but also give you enough privacy to enjoy the dynamic of your group.

Review rating: 5

Itinerary Day 1

Itinerary Summary: Mediterranean feast

Itinerary Description: This 5-course menu takes guests around the Med and is a real travel experience through food, from Morocco to Turkey, Spain to Lebanon and everywhere in between!