Singapore will once again steep itself in the rich traditions of Japanese tea culture as the Japan Tea Festival returns on 10 October 2025 at the Jubilee Ballroom, Four Points Hotel. Organised by the Japan Tea Industry Association with the support of JETRO and JFOODO, this one-day festival will bring together over 15 tea-producing regions of Japan, offering a rare chance for tea lovers and curious foodies to explore the country’s tea heritage in one place . A Celebration of Diversity in Japanese Tea Japan’s geography and climates produce an extraordinary variety of teas. This year’s festival will showcase everything...
Yong Fu Hong Kong Unveils Autumn Menus by Chef Liu Zhen
Yong Fu Hong Kong, the city’s acclaimed MICHELIN-starred Ningbo fine-dining restaurant, is welcoming the new season with two exceptional autumn menus: a 10-course Autumn Set Lunch Menu (HK$498 + 10% per guest) available from 15 September, and an all-new Autumn Set Dinner Menu (HK$1,398 + 10% per guest) launching in October . Both menus are crafted by Executive Chef Liu Zhen, who blends his deep roots in Ningbo cuisine with refined techniques that honour tradition while embracing seasonal ingredients. Homemade Fish Cake with Spicy Oil Autumn Set Lunch Highlights The lunch experience begins with appetisers like Handmade Sausage with Preserved...
Po Singapore Unveils a New Chapter, Honouring Nanyang Heritage Through Elevated Dining
Po Singapore at The Warehouse Hotel is entering a new chapter, deepening its ties to Singapore’s Nanyang heritage while continuing to evolve as a destination for modern dining. With a refreshed concept, interiors, and menus, the restaurant embraces the flavours, culture, and history that define the region’s culinary identity. Executive Chef Desmond Yong leads the charge with a menu inspired by the layered stories of Singapore’s migrant communities. His cooking draws from the flavours of the past but reinterprets them with contemporary flair, weaving together influences from Peranakan, Hokkien, Cantonese, and Malay kitchens. Highlights include dishes that showcase the spirit of...
10|SCOTTS at Grand Hyatt Singapore Relaunches Afternoon Tea & Evening Indulgence
Following the grand completion of Grand Hyatt Singapore’s multi-year redevelopment, 10|SCOTTS has reopened with two refreshed dining experiences – the Grand Afternoon Tea and Grand Evening Indulgence. A beloved spot for waterfall views and Orchard Road’s tea rituals, 10|SCOTTS now offers a curated semi-buffet format that blends provenance, sustainability, and indulgence. The Grand Afternoon Tea begins with a glass of Saicho Jasmine sparkling tea before guests enjoy ASC-certified smoked salmon with horseradish cream, charcuterie and cheeses from the famed Les Frères Marchand, and warm scones with kaya, clotted cream, and jam. Tableside desserts include red wine–poached pear mille-feuille, citrus pavlova,...
ATLAS Introduces Midnight Champagne: A Ritual at Twilight
ATLAS, Singapore’s iconic Art Deco bar at Parkview Square, has launched Midnight Champagne, an elegant late-night ritual that celebrates bubbles, glamour, and the allure of twilight. Every Friday and Saturday at the stroke of midnight, guests are invited to toast the evening with a featured Champagne by the glass at $25++ (U.P. $32++). The ritual kicks off with Maxime Blin Carte Blanche Brut NV — a lively cuvée selected for its refined character and celebratory spirit . Far more than just a nightcap, Midnight Champagne embodies ATLAS’ philosophy of making exceptional drinking experiences accessible, whether you’re closing the evening in...
Ho Lee Fook Teams Up with Hope & Sesame and Wing Lei Bar for One-Night-Only Cocktail & Cantonese Feast
Ho Lee Fook is set to host a one-night-only dining event on 6 October 2025, bringing together some of the region’s most exciting culinary and cocktail talents. As part of the 50 Best Signature Sessions by The World’s 50 Best Bars, the night will see Executive Chef ArChan Chan join forces with Andrew Ho of Hope & Sesame (ranked No.7 in Asia’s 50 Best Bars 2025) and Mark Lloyd, Head Mixologist at Wing Lei Bar. Cantonese Flavours Meet Cocktail Innovation The evening promises a six-course Cantonese-inspired menu, each dish paired with an exclusive cocktail crafted for the occasion. Highlights include:...
Sofitel Singapore City Centre Presents its Year-End Edition of the Ultimate Racines Buffet Brunch
Racines is ending the year with a buffet feast to remember. Following two successful menu refreshes earlier this year, the iconic Ultimate Racines Buffet Brunch returns for a special year-end edition, featuring an even more bountiful spread that is perfect for family gatherings, reunions and celebrations of every kind! From seafood-on-ice brimming with Boston lobsters, slipper lobsters, and fresh oysters, to a Japanese showcase of premium sashimi and sushi, the buffet offers something to delight every palate. Younger diners will enjoy familiar favourites like wok-fried noodles, crispy seafood ngoh hiang, and Western comfort dishes, while food lovers of all ages...
Rachelle The Rabbit Distillery Opens Singapore’s Largest Distillery with a Bold Rebrand
Rachelle The Rabbit Distillery, formerly known as Compendium Spirits, is celebrating its 10th anniversary in style. The homegrown pioneer in artisanal spirits has unveiled a complete rebrand, launched its new 23,000-square-foot state-of-the-art facility — now Singapore’s largest distillery — and introduced exciting product innovations to mark this milestone. A New Identity, Same Passion Named after founder Simon Zhao’s daughter, Rachelle The Rabbit embodies the distillery’s playful, adventurous spirit. This rebrand represents more than just a fresh visual identity — it’s a bold declaration of its continued commitment to Southeast Asian flavours, craftsmanship, and creativity. “Our new home is a space...
IM JAI by Pun Im Brings Inventive Thai Flavours to Tanjong Pagar
Located at Icon Village, IM JAI by Pun Im isn’t just another Thai restaurant — it’s a celebration of culture, creativity, and community. Founded by Chef Vincent Pang, a former hedge fund manager turned Le Cordon Bleu-trained chef, IM JAI represents a personal journey from finance to the heart of Bangkok kitchens. The restaurant’s name, IM JAI, translates to “a full heart” in Thai — a fitting reflection of the care behind every dish and detail. Co-managed with Vincent’s mother, the restaurant blends familial warmth with modern culinary artistry. The décor features hand-painted Benjarong-inspired tableware and floral motifs of Thailand’s...
Duddell’s Hong Kong Reimagined: A New Era of Elevated Cantonese Dining
Duddell’s Hong Kong, the Michelin-starred Cantonese destination by JIA Group, has entered an exciting new chapter following an extensive transformation. Officially reopened on 9 August 2025, the restaurant now features a stunningly redesigned interior, elevated culinary offerings, and a vibrant new cocktail program — while staying true to its mission of celebrating heritage and innovation. The Upper Room at Duddell’s A Dual-Level Culinary Experience The refreshed space presents a two-floor concept designed to cater to diverse dining moods: 3/F Main Dining Room — Offers refined Cantonese tasting menus, artisanal à la carte dishes, and heritage specialties, crafted by Master Chef...