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,...
SUMA Opens at Shangri-La Kunming: Yunnan’s First Destination Bar Blends Local Culture with World-Class Cocktail
Kunming’s newest hotspot, SUMA, has arrived at the Shangri-La Kunming, setting a new standard for Southwest China’s cocktail scene. Created in collaboration with Shingo Gokan’s award-winning SG Group, the bar officially opened on 30 April 2025, ahead of the hotel’s full unveiling later this year. The name “SUMA” — meaning azalea and woman in the Yi language — captures the bar’s dual spirit of elegance and authenticity. Its cocktail menu draws inspiration from Yunnan’s rich biodiversity, culinary heritage, and minority cultures, transforming hyperlocal ingredients into inventive drinks that tell the region’s untold stories. Led by Bar Manager Frankie Zou, SUMA’s...
Shawarma Shack Brings the Philippines’ Favourite Street Food to Singapore
If you’ve ever visited the Philippines, chances are you’ve heard of Shawarma Shack — the street food chain beloved by working professionals and late-night snackers alike. With over 850 outlets and 120,000 shawarmas sold daily across the Philippines, it’s no exaggeration to say this brand is a national obsession. Now, Singapore gets a taste of the craze. Shawarma Shack has officially opened its first international store right in the heart of Toa Payoh, and it’s already drawing crowds since its 30 July launch. Their second Singapore outlet is already on the horizon — set to open in Poiz Centre, Potong...
Oasis Hideout Celebrates SG60 with the Harmony Platter – A Feast of Unity and Flavours
As Singapore turns 60, Oasis Hideout is serving up more than just a meal – it’s delivering a plateful of national pride with its Harmony Platter. Created by chef-owner and second-generation hawker Antonio Tay, this special dish pays homage to the diverse culinary heritage that makes Singapore unique. Inspired by his upbringing in a hawker family and his belief in food as a unifying force, Antonio designed the Harmony Platter to bring people together over familiar, comforting flavours from the nation’s four main cultures. Here’s what’s on the platter: Chinese flavours: Sautéed Cabbage with a ‘wok hey’ aroma, Har Cheong...
Kinder Bueno and Sweet Cheeks Unveil Limited-Edition Gelato Collaboration in Singapore
From now until 31 October 2025, dessert lovers in Singapore can enjoy a delicious new way to savour their favourite Kinder Bueno chocolate. For the first time ever, global confectionery brand Kinder Bueno has teamed up with local gelateria Sweet Cheeks to create a limited-edition gelato flavour — Brown Butter with Milk Chocolate & Toasted Hazelnut. This indulgent creation combines Sweet Cheeks’ artisan brown butter gelato with silky milk chocolate swirls and crunchy chocolate-coated hazelnuts. Each scoop is topped with a complimentary Kinder Bueno Mini, making it the perfect blend of nostalgic chocolate bliss and handcrafted gelato artistry. “We wanted...
From Bocuse d’Or to the Skies: Chef Mathew Leong’s Exclusive Cable Car Dining Debut
Singapore’s dining scene is about to reach new heights as Mount Faber Leisure Group teams up with internationally acclaimed Chef Mathew Leong for a limited-time Cable Car Sky Dining experience, launching 16 August 2025. Priced at S$138++ per guest, the three-course menu is served aboard the iconic Singapore Cable Car, offering panoramic sunset views while soaring 100 metres above sea level. Chef Mathew, the top Asian finalist at the 2025 Bocuse d’Or — where he clinched sixth place globally — blends Nordic culinary precision with Asian flavours for this unique collaboration. Guests will begin their evening with a welcome drink...
Lilac Oak: The Quiet Café Built on Love, Legacy, and the Taste of Home
At the edge of Oxley Rise, where the roads run quiet and trees cast soft shade over the footpaths, sits a small café called Lilac Oak. It doesn’t try to draw a crowd. There are no kiosks, no QR codes, no gimmicks. Just a paper menu, clipped together and Chloe Lee, the woman behind the food, the stories, and the gentle smile that meets you at the door. Chloe grew up watching her grandmother in the kitchen, learning to cook rice the old-school way. Fingers dipped in water for measurement, steam rising from battered pots. The kitchen was where her...
KORIO Expands to Bugis with Signature New York-Style Sandwiches and Exclusive Menu
Singapore’s cult-favourite sandwich joint, KORIO, has officially launched its second outlet—this time at Guoco Midtown II in Bugis, in partnership with Zouk Group. Known for redefining the sandwich game in Singapore since 2020, KORIO’s expansion brings even more of its hearty, New York-style offerings to the table—this time with dine-in vibes and a few exclusive treats. From crispy BLTs to rich, slow-cooked Brisket Sandwiches, the new outlet’s menu blends comfort with boldness. If you’re a fan of indulgent bites, the Grilled Cheese layered with gruyère, cheddar, and mozzarella, plus a tangy tomato dip, remains a beloved mainstay. And yes, the...