Review Author: Regina

Review Date: 17 Aug 2023

Review Body: Our first time experiencing this lunch private dining as part of our department team bonding and a truly memorable event. I have to say, no words could describe how much we enjoyed our great hosts Li-Ann, Song and Esmonde hospitality, and their personal tour on edible greens around their neighbourhood, it was such an eye opener experience. Next was their cozy warm welcoming home, felt so relaxed once you entered. We had 2 tables due to our group size of 15 pax. Our food journey started off with self-wrapping Thai appetizer Miang Kham, it was unique dish especially the sauce, topping it up was their refreshing lemongrass drink. Together with their assortment of wild and fresh vegetables that lay around on banana leaf (which serves as tablecloth) you could taste its freshness. The main dishes arrive ... the fresh seafood was amazing and sinfully delicious, perfectly cooked, baked, and prepared - the giant Mud Crab, Tiger Prawns, Squids and Emperor Red Snapper served with delicious dipping sauces. No one on the table was watching their waistline, we finished almost everything that was served. After our sumptuous lunch meal, our host shared with us their travel stories and played their documentary videos. Talented Chef Song surprise us when he started to play on his piano together with Chef Esmonde who sang, he certainly has a very good powerful voice. Thanks so much Li-Ann, Song and Esmonde, will definitely be back to try your other authentic menu. Keep up the good work.

Review rating: 5

Review Author: Rob

Review Date: 08 Aug 2022

Review Body: This was our third time dining at Primateve and it was amazing! First the food - it was one of the freshest and most interesting seafood meals we've had in Singapore. The flame-charred emperor snapper was so succulent and sweet. We added on the crabs and it was so worth it - they were huge and juicy! The vegetables and herbs were also incredibly fresh, and we especially loved the gorgeously sweet and juicy corn. All the produce was top notch and prepared with a lot of care and skill! We also loved the foraging walk which was very unique. Made us see Singapore in a completely new light, and really a must-do for any foodie who is interested in where their produce comes from! Best of all, our hosts were incredibly warm, and remembered all the tiny details from the first time we dined with them. For e.g. my mum loved the starter the first time and mopped it all up. This time round, they prepared extra starters so that my mum could eat her fill, plus loads more for takeaway afterward! They really go out of their way to make it a special experience, and it's really the perfect way to celebrate a birthday. Thank you for the amazing time and we can't wait to come back for the Indonesian feast next!!

Review rating: 5

Review Author: Jacinta

Review Date: 23 May 2022

Review Body: Amazing fun! This was my second time at Primateve (went for the Spanish meal the first time, and Thai seafood grazing experience this time), and it was exceptional. This time we were celebrating my brother’s 40th birthday, and it was unforgettable. We loved the edible plant foraging walk before the meal as it gave so much context to what we were eating, and it also makes us see the common plants around us with new eyes. Our hosts were so kind and really went out of the way to make us comfortable. They even raised the dining table so my parents wouldn’t be uncomfortable sitting on the floor during the grazing experience. And they were super attentive and lovely during the meal - even more so than at a fine dining restaurant! And the food was a FEAST. Hands down some of the best seafood we had in Singapore. We added the mud crabs and were so glad we did - they were incredibly succulent, sweet and huge! And the salt baked fish was out of this world good, especially paired with the homemade sauce. Everything was just so fresh and gorgeous tasting. And the sauces were so yummy we packed some to take home 🥰 Definitely coming back!!

Review rating: 5

Review Author: SQ

Review Date: 31 Aug 2023

Review Body: It was more than just a private dining experience. The service was superb from the start. It was a team dinner that I helped to arrange. Li Ann (host) was very accommodating, helpful, professional and responsive. She did her best to answer all my queries, accommodate to all my requests and she coordinated everything so well on the actual day. My boss and colleagues couldn't stop praising the food they had, it was fresh and delicious. Not forgetting the talented host who played the piano for all to have a mini karaoke session. Everyone thoroughly enjoyed the food and experience. Thank you so much! I highly recommend everyone who wants a unique dining experience to book a slot with Primateve.

Review rating: 5

Review Author: Nellie Nah

Review Date: 23 Sep 2020

Review Body: This is my third Primateve meal cos I've absolutely loved my first 2 dinners - super delicious. This time, I tried their Asian seafood platter, and the entire experience was unlike anything I've had before. We had an incredibly tender salt-baked fish, a giant crab and lots of really exotic and wild vegetables. The environment is also a plus - the house is beautifully designed and decorated with eclectic collectibles from the hosts’ travels. For an authentic experience, we sat on the floor, ate with our hands, listened to how the food was made and what inspired the recipes. I’ve enjoyed myself and will highly recommend this to anyone looking for a unique dining experience!

Review rating: 5

Review Author: Gail Ng

Review Date: 07 Aug 2022

Review Body: We had such a wonderful memorable seafood feast at Primateve! The setting was cosy and tropical, and we loved the wide array of fresh produce put together. The herbs/veg tasted, brighter (or sweeter) more aromatic - paired beautifully with their array of sauces. The seafood was so fresh, plump and abundant. Every component was well thought through, paired together beautifully, and our foreign guests had loads of fun soaking up a communal nature-esque S.E.A experience. Our 2 hosts were so warm and generous in sharing their knowledge on cooking/travel. Can’t wait to return to try more of their cuisine! Thanks for a lovely time!

Review rating: 5

Review Author: Mabel P

Review Date: 27 Aug 2020

Review Body: I have to say, I enjoyed every single bit of the meal here at Primateve! From cosy home deco environment to friendly relaxing company~ The menu is perfect, from roast beef and Cajun seafood boil to cioppino and homemade bread, there's something for everyone~ Oh most fun experience - I've learnt how to identify and pick a couple of piper leaves, or chaplu leaves (thai name). It's the leaf that's used to wrap Thai mieng khem and is grown literally everywhere in Singapore! Never did i know piper leaves are edible and delicious! All in all, one of the best dinners/company i've enjoyed~

Review rating: 5

Review Author: Raina L

Review Date: 01 Aug 2026

Review Body: An exquisite home dining experience that surpassed all expectations. The culinary highlights were defined by exceptionally fresh seafood, vegetables and a variety of sauce that celebrated rich, clean flavours. The communal style of dining was a heartwarming and nostalgic approach to food sharing. Just as remarkable as the meal was the hospitality—Song and Li-Ann are captivating hosts whose warmth and passion shine through every detail. The evening flew by filled with eye-opening conversations. A deeply inspiring host team and an extraordinary meal.

Review rating: 5

Review Author: Julian Teo

Review Date: 17 Mar 2022

Review Body: First time ever experience on private dining! We were so impressed by the host service (Ian and Li-Ann - hope I spell her name right). As my friends and I work in the hospitality industry, we naturally have higher expectations in terms of service and we are so glad to have chosen Primateve over anywhere else to celebrate one of our friend’s birthday! The food was simply delicious and ingredients were fresh. Thanks to the host that the birthday girl had an enjoyable night. Keep up the service guys! We’ll definitely be back.

Review rating: 5

Review Author: Esmonde Pang

Review Date: 26 Aug 2020

Review Body: First home dining experience and I am loving it already. The Thai Mieng Khem was the most unique dish, never knew a small dish can produce such intense burst of flavors. 😋 Surf and turf was awesome too, mouth-watering steak and fresh king crab legs 🤤 Food aside, love the interior design of the house, industrial concept yet warm and cozy. Owner was super friendly and entertaining. He can even play a song for you while you have your dinner 😉

Review rating: 5

Review Author: May Kwah

Review Date: 21 Dec 2022

Review Body: It was to celebrate my son's birthday and I wanted a dining experience that he never had before. The whole family thoroughly enjoyed Song educating us on the edible plants in the neighbourhood, Li-Ann's warm hospitality, the sumptuous platter of seafood and the conversations throughout lunch. We felt like special guests in a lovely home. My son said it was such an extraordinary birthday lunch for him. Thanks so much to Li-Ann and Song.

Review rating: 5

Review Author: Eric Tan

Review Date: 29 May 2024

Review Body: It is indeed an awesome experience and the seafood is very fresh and the sauces (are created by the chef) which is a perfect match with the seafood and the rest of the food. It is our group’s first private dinning experience and it has certainly set a very high bar for future private dinning. All of us unanimously and strongly recommend you to visit at least once. Thank you so much once again for the hospitality and generosity

Review rating: 5

Review Author: Sung Lee

Review Date: 20 Feb 2022

Review Body: Pamela and Ken were great hosts with great vibes and a ton of travel stories to tell through their impeccably designed home! Thoroughly enjoyed the company, and their skilled Northern Thailand cooking style brought us back to basics of primitive food appreciation - foraging through the neighbourhood plants and eating food as its source with our bare hands. Highly recommended!

Review rating: 5

Review Author: YC

Review Date: 04 Mar 2023

Review Body: We love this so much it’s our third time here! We took a friend for his birthday this time and he absolutely loved it. He and his wife are really big eaters and we had too much food even. We added the mud crabs and they were delicious. Wonderful experience, amazing food and hosts were incredible. 10/10 would recommend to anyone celebrating a special occasion.

Review rating: 5

Review Author: Melissa Shen

Review Date: 21 Sep 2026

Review Body: The most wonderful experience I have had in a while. Hosts were super warm and accommodating and food was absolutely delicious and a feast for our eyes too. Thank you so much for making the evening so memorable. My daughter also enjoyed the walking tour where she was introduced to edible plants and she told me she wants to go back again.

Review rating: 5

Review Author: Anonymous

Review Date: 26 Nov 2022

Review Body: The hosts were warm and welcoming but the highlight is definitely the food. We had the Northern Thai seafood and everything was delicious. The crowd favourite is the prawns and the fish. Even for someone who are super sensitive to fishy fish, this fish is simply divine. Highy recommended

Review rating: 5

Review Author: Yvonne Heng

Review Date: 23 Dec 2022

Review Body: The whole experience was exceptional! The food, the ambience, the people, the service and the company definitely elevated the whole private dining scene. They have just raised the bar and it would be difficult the beat.

Review rating: 5

Review Author: Jennifer

Review Date: 16 Apr 2022

Review Body: We had fun learning about edible plants that can be seen in the neighbourhood and had a very fresh and yummilicious seafood lunch in a comfortable setting! Big thanks to Li-Ann & Song for their hospitality! :)

Review rating: 5

Review Author: Candice A

Review Date: 07 Sep 2025

Review Body: Amazing experience and meal! There were 15 of us and everyone couldn’t stop raving about our evening. Li-Ann is so warm and accommodating which just made everything perfect. Highly, highly recommend!

Review rating: 5

Review Author: Susie Zhang

Review Date: 06 Aug 2022

Review Body: Thank you Li-Ann and Song for a wonderful evening! Loved the foraging walk around neighbourhood before dinner. The food was fresh, healthy and delicious :)

Review rating: 5

Itinerary Day 1

Itinerary Summary: Asian communal platter & foraging experience

Itinerary Description: Enjoy a beautiful Asian communal grazing platter that comes with fresh seafood, meats and wild vegetables. You will also have a chance to forage and assemble the final seafood platter and learn about the stories behind the food Primateve creates.