Get ready, Singapore — Festival Italia 2.0 is back and bigger than ever! Presented by ilLido Group, this one-day-only Italian food fair brings together four of its celebrated dining concepts — Amò, Baia, Sospiri, and Southbridge — for a vibrant rooftop celebration of authentic Italian flavours. A Taste of Italy, Right in Singapore Happening 31 August 2025 at Baia Rooftop Dining & Lounge, Festival Italia 2.0 promises an unforgettable culinary experience inspired by Italy’s lively food fairs. Guests can indulge in over 20 mouth-watering dishes, starting from just $5. Expect a spread of Italian delights from live stations, including: Canadian...
Royal Experience Tasting Menu at Leela Hong Kong Revives India’s Lost Imperial Recipes
Leela Hong Kong, a MICHELIN-recommended restaurant and one of Tatler Best 2025’s Top 20 Restaurants, invites diners to embark on an extraordinary gastronomic journey with the launch of its Royal Experience Tasting Menu. Curated by Chef and Founder Manav Tuli, this HK$1,188++ per person dining experience (with optional wine or Saicho sparkling tea pairing) resurrects centuries-old recipes from India’s royal courts and ancient dynasties, blending historical authenticity with contemporary presentation. Each course is a window into India’s culinary heritage, inspired by Persian manuscripts, Ayurvedic traditions, and oral histories. Highlights include: Rasam (Fish Cheek Soup) – A tangy, spiced broth once...
Dim Sum Sunday Brunch at Ming Pavilion: A Refined Hokkien Feast at Island Shangri-La Hong Kong
Ming Pavilion at Island Shangri-La Hong Kong has launched its brand-new Dim Sum Sunday Brunch, inviting diners to indulge in the soulful flavours of Hokkien cuisine every Sunday from 12pm to 3pm. Crafted by Head Chef Jack Lam, the menu features over 20 dishes blending time-honoured Fujian traditions with premium ingredients, offering guests a choice of six, eight, or ten courses priced from HK$488+10% per person. At the heart of the brunch is an exquisite selection of handcrafted dim sum. Highlights include steamed fresh prawn dumplings with a zesty pickled spicy yellow capsicum sauce, and indulgent pan-fried taro dumplings filled...
The Tea Room at The St. Regis Singapore Elevates Afternoon Tea with a Summer Garden Twist
The St. Regis Singapore has unveiled The Tea Room and The Patisserie, inviting guests to indulge in the hotel’s signature afternoon tea ritual with a fresh, modern twist. Located in the hotel lobby, the new dining destination blends timeless elegance with contemporary design, inspired by the nearby Botanic Gardens. Soft ivory, sky blue, and blush tones pair with champagne-gold accents, creating an airy, sophisticated summer garden atmosphere perfect for quiet moments or intimate gatherings. The Tea Room reimagines the afternoon tea tradition first introduced by Mrs. Caroline Astor at The St. Regis New York in the 19th century. The Summer...
Hyatt Asia Pacific’s “Be More Foodie. Be More Fulfilled.” Brings Exclusive Dining Perks to Singapore & Thailand
Hyatt Asia Pacific has launched an enticing food and beverage campaign, “Be More Foodie. Be More Fulfilled.”, inviting diners in Singapore and Thailand to indulge in memorable dining experiences while enjoying exclusive rewards. Running from 21 July to 9 November 2025 across 75 restaurants and bars in 16 Hyatt properties, the initiative offers two phases of perks plus a social media contest with luxury travel prizes. Phase One – Be More Savvy (21 July – 14 September 2025) Guests can savour up to 25% off dining at over 50 participating restaurants and bars in Thailand, and up to 20% off...
BaseHall Welcomes Sick! Burger and Snack Baby Gelato Pop-Up for a Flavour-Packed Summer
This summer, Hong Kong’s Central dining hotspot, BaseHall, is turning up the heat with two exciting additions. Over at BaseHall 01, cult-favourite gourmet burger joint Sick! Burger has officially joined the lineup, while BaseHall 02 will host a limited-time Snack Baby Gelato pop-up from 15 July to 13 September 2025. Sick! Burger – Bold Flavours at BaseHall 01 After winning hearts in Ma On Shan and Causeway Bay, Sick! Burger is now bringing its “crazy good” creations—name inspired by western slang and a Cantonese pun—to Central. Founded by Chef Chunwai Lai, a finalist in HSBC’s “Red Hot Chef” contest with...
Louise Hong Kong Welcomes New Head Pastry Chef and Unveils Seasonal French Menus at La Terrace
One MICHELIN-starred Louise, the elegant French dining destination on Aberdeen Street by Chefs Julien Royer and Loïc Portalier, has rolled out a host of exciting updates across its upstairs dining room and the casual La Terrace by Louise on the ground floor. The summer refresh includes the appointment of a new Head Pastry Chef, an array of seasonal dishes, updated tasting menus, a broadened all-day bistro menu, and a value-packed Thursday and Friday set lunch. A Sweet New Chapter with Chef Eve Minialai Louise proudly welcomes Eve Minialai as Head Pastry Chef. With training at La Violette in Paris and...
Sora at Rosewood Phnom Penh Wins Ketel One Sustainable Bar Award at Asia’s 50 Best Bars 2025
Perched on the 37th floor of Rosewood Phnom Penh, Sora has earned the prestigious Ketel One Sustainability Award at the Asia’s 50 Best Bars 2025, held in Macau on July 15. This accolade, judged by The Sustainable Restaurant Association, celebrates Sora’s commitment to ethical sourcing, zero-waste cocktails, and community engagement. It also marks another milestone for the bar, which became Cambodia’s first-ever entry on the Asia’s 50 Best Bars list, debuting at No. 65 this year. Rosewood’s Hydroponic Garden Sora’s sustainable approach is woven into every detail — from eliminating single-use plastics to sourcing over 70% of its ingredients locally,...
Best of Singapore Snacks: ETC Travel Retail Expands with Four New Outlets at Changi Airport and Jewel
Travellers passing through Singapore’s Changi Airport and Jewel can now bring home a taste of the Lion City, thanks to ETC Travel Retail’s new Best of Singapore Snacks range. Launched alongside four brand-new outlets, this curated collection highlights the country’s most beloved treats, perfect for souvenirs or a quick bite before your flight. The Best of Singapore Snacks line celebrates local favourites with a modern twist, featuring everything from buttery pandan cookies and kaya-inspired delights to spicy sambal snacks. Designed for both gifting and self-indulgence, the range is beautifully packaged, making it easy to share a little piece of Singapore...
Moo-Lah by Born & Bred Revamps Menu with Premium Hanwoo Beef in Hong Kong
Moo-Lah by Born & Bred, the Korean dining venture in Hong Kong, is entering an exciting new phase under the full management and culinary direction of Born & Bred Korea. Originally launched in October 2024, the concept has now evolved into an extension of the Born & Bred philosophy — with a completely new menu and dishes developed by the Seoul-based team and a renewed focus on premium Hanwoo beef, crafted with over four decades of expertise. Founded by Jung Sang Won, Born & Bred is one of Seoul’s most prestigious names in Hanwoo beef. With its roots in Majang-dong,...