In a world where the festive season often rushes past in a blur of online deliveries, last-minute checkouts and digital greetings, what many families truly long for isn’t another beautifully wrapped gift, but the chance to sit and enjoy an unhurried meal with the people who matter most.
The moments that linger aren’t about what was unboxed, but about the conversations that stretch lazily across the table; the glow of laughter shared in real time; and the joy of everyone finally being present together.
In Pan Pacific Orchard, that spirit of connection finds its home in Mosella
, the hotel’s modern Mediterranean restaurant that transforms into a festive urban oasis of warmth and flavour.
Here, dining becomes an opportunity to come together, allowing you to reconnect over food.
Mosella’s Festive Mediterranean Buffet Brunch Voyage (from $128 per person) offers something for everyone, from oven-fresh roasts to glistening seafood displays and seasonal salads bursting with colour.
And then there are the Christmas treats: Golden pastries, glossy yule logs and desserts so exquisite they look almost too good to eat.
The restaurant itself is a haven of calm sophistication. It’s spacious, airy and bathed in natural light, yet – despite this elegance – there’s nothing fussy about it. The service is warm, the ambience relaxed and every table feels like it’s meant for swapping stories, not just sharing plates.
Mosella’s festive buffet, which includes Turkey Roll with Mushrooms (above), Boneless Gammon Ham with Miso Manuka Glaze and Christmas log cakes, is a seasonal spread meant for sharing and savouring with loved ones.
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For those who prefer something a little more intimate, Mosella’s three-course Festive Set Lunch ($58 per person) and four-course Festive Dinner Menu ($108 per person) are perfect for family gatherings or long-overdue reunions with friends.
Each course celebrates the season, from hearty appetisers and comforting soups to flavourful mains that pair perfectly with conversation and laughter.
And when Christmas Eve and Christmas Day roll around, the celebration crescendos into a full-on festive buffet ($148 per person) featuring all the season’s must-haves: turkey roasts, honeyed hams, Christmas log cakes and an enticing array of seasonal sweets.
Come New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day, the mood shifts from nostalgic to jubilant, with a thematic brunch and dinner buffet ($138 per person) that ushers in 2026 with flair. Think seafood towers, hearty roasts, pastas made a la minute and pizzas straight from the oven.
The Nordic Snowfall Yule Log from Mosella is a tantalising festive treat made with calamansi and coconut mousse, mango lime compote and crunchy white chocolate.
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For night owls, there’s even a Mediterranean Tapas Buffet ($198 per person) from 10pm to 1am – a spread of cold and hot tapas paired with free-flow wines, prosecco and beer, accompanied by live entertainment to keep the countdown spirited and stylish.
After all that feasting, parents looking to steal a quiet moment can slip away to Pacific Breeze, the hotel’s poolside retreat floating serenely above shimmering waters. It’s the perfect spot to trade a boisterous crowd for clinking glasses and murmured laughter under the stars.
The drinks here are as festive as the mood. The Taittinger Champagne Bellini ($24) sparkles with celebration, while the Festive Mojito ($18) and Sangria ($14) bring Mediterranean sunshine to the tropics.
Take your at-home celebrations up a notch with the Salmon Wellington and seasonal sides, such as Za’atar Batata au Gratin and Sauteed Brussels Sprouts with Caramelised Onion & Bacon, for a festive spread that’s made to share.
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For those who like their comfort in a cup, the Boozy Hot Chocolate ($14) and its non-alcoholic counterpart ($10) promise warmth in every sip – ideal for a sweet wind-down after the young ones have drifted off to dreamland.
And because the best memories often continue at home, Pan Pacific Orchard makes it easy to bring the joy back to your own table. The Goodies & Gourmet Roasts collection features everything from the Festive Turkey Roll with Mushrooms ($160) to the Boneless Gammon Ham with Miso Manuka Glaze ($160) and the showstopping Salmon Wellington ($260).
Mosella’s Christmas Cookie Jar brings together classic treats like rich almond cookies and spiced gingerbread cookies with candied nuts for a sweet festive indulgence.
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Pair these with sides like Za’atar Batata au Gratin and Sauteed Brussels Sprouts with Caramelised Onion & Bacon, and dessert becomes optional – but irresistible, thanks to the Midnight Reverie Chocolate Yule Log and Nordic Snowfall Yule Log ($68 each).
Indulgent, heartwarming and made to be shared, these festive takeaways capture the same spirit as Mosella’s feasts, and are perfect for potluck parties or hosting without the stress.
Because the real gift isn’t under the tree; it’s around the table.
For families looking to turn their festive feasts into a full experience, Pan Pacific Orchard’s Gifted Stay Package offers the perfect blend of comfort, cuisine and care.
Each reservation comes with daily breakfast at Mosella, a $60 dining credit per day, a $60 wellness credit per stay, and a parting $60 hotel credit that guests can use on their next visit or simply gift forward.
It’s a staycation (or gift) that keeps on giving, and another reminder of how the most meaningful gifts aren’t the things you keep, but the moments you create together.
Start planning your festive gatherings with Pan Pacific Orchard.
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