Celebrity chef Daniel Boulud is set to open his eponymous db Bistro Moderne next week at The Shoppes at Marina Bay Sands in Singapore.

Originated from New York, db Bistro Moderne offers an exciting mix of traditional French bistro cooking and contemporary American flavors.

"It's wonderful to be part of such an impressive line-up of restaurants in what I feel is Southeast Asia's most exciting destination," said Boulud, speaking of the six celebrity chef restaurants to open at the resort.

"I've always believed strongly in the community of chefs, and now Marina Bay Sands has made that community global," he added.

The original db bistro conceived in New York City celebrates its 10th anniversary this year. The award winning restaurant is most famous for the "db Burger", a mouth watering masterpiece of freshly ground beef surrounding a center of red wine braised short ribs, foie gras and black truffle all perched upon a house baked parmesan bun.

Manning the stove every night is Stephane Istel, who trained at db Bistro in New York before moving to Vancouver as the executive chef of db Bistro's Canadian outpost in late 2008. The Alsatian born chef has worked with Daniel since 2005, rising to the top by virtue of his talent, energy and dedication that Boulud recognized in the young Frenchman early on. Stephane has embraced Singapore since he arrived earlier this year to begin sourcing ingredients and training his team.

"The quality of life along with the culinary culture in Singapore and the trust Daniel has put in me as a chef are a dream come true," said Istel.

The decor is contemporary and stylish but particularly inviting given the handful of details evoking traditional bistro style: hanging globe lights, red leather banquettes and a colorful tiled floor in the relaxed front dining area. The restaurant was designed by Jeffrey Beers who has a long history with Daniel, dating back to the original db in New York.

The restaurant is separated into three distinct yet harmonious areas: The dining room, the horseshoe shaped bar and the cafe. There is also a private room accommodating up to 20 guests with a view into the wine cellar.

Located in The Shoppes at Marina Bay Sands, 2 Bayfront Avenue, across from the Sands Theatre, db Bistro Moderne is open seven nights a week for dinner from 5:30pm until 10:30pm, with the bar open until midnight. Brunch is served Saturday and Sunday from 11am to 3pm, with lunch slated to start after the new year.

For more information about the restaurant, visit db Bistro Moderne’s website.