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With Singapore’s food scene moving at breakneck speed, it’s almost impossible to keep up. But don’t worry, we’ve got the hot drop on everything worth biting into. 

We’ve got the inside scoop on all the latest and greatest openings, collabs, events, products and more so you can spend less time researching and more time munching (because priorities, people).

Fico Is Launching A New Collaboration Series That Starts With A Renowned Roman Restaurant

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Fico is bringing an even more authentic taste of Italy to Singapore with the launch of Fico & Friends, a new collaboration series inspired by Chef-Partner Mirko Febbrile’s friendships and the restaurants that have shaped his cooking. In this collab, chefs and culinary personalities will be invited from across Italy to cook alongside the Fico team as they explore the different regional traditions, while also keeping the convivial spirit of the nation’s cuisine at its heart. 

Kicking things off is Rome institution Roscioli, with Gabriele Guira and Maddalena Aluigi joining Chef Mirko for two nights on 14 and 15 October 2026. This collaboration will take the form of a six-course tasting menu priced at $198++ per person. Expect cooking rooted in carefully sourced ingredients and classic Roman traditions. Think carbonara and amatriciana to seasonal creations shaped by what’s available at the counter. This is the philosophy that fits naturally with Fico’s own approach to the cucina povera tradition, giving the two teams plenty of common ground as they bring Rome and Puglia together at the same table.

The Coconut Club Is Turning 10 This October

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The Coconut Club is marking its 10-year milestone with a year-long celebration of Singaporean food and the people that keep evolving it. The festivities kick off with Yes, Chef!, a rotating hawker residency launching on 24 October 2026. This will bring guest chefs together with The Coconut Club’s Chef Marcus Leow to create a limited-edition dish served at the Beach Road restaurant for two months. New Station Rice Bar will get the ball rolling, with future collaborations lined up with local favourites including Keng Eng Kee Seafood, No. 25 Minced Meat Noodle, and home-based kitchen Cuba. 

There’s also a birthday bash in the works as 25 October will see The Coconut Club New Bahru hosting a one-day-only Berempah party from 2pm to 5pm, with every item on the special menu priced at $10 nett in honour of the restaurant’s 10th anniversary. Expect Ayam Goreng Berempah, Beef Cheek Gulai Loaded Fries, and Smoked Kaya Donuts, alongside Brewlander half pints, coconut shakes, and calamansi slushies. Guest DJ KFC will also be on the decks to really keep this party pumping. 

Better still, the celebrations extended beyond the plate, with The Coconut Club teaming up with homegrown apparel label Wacky Wears on a limited-edition capsule of t-shirts, totes, and stickers. Plus, to close out the year, the restaurant is even reuniting with pastry chef Maira Yeo for a festival collection of Southeast Asian-inspired treats. The Makan This and Makan That boxes each come with six sweet and savoury creations, with the Makan All box combining both collections. Think of this as the ultimate celebration of this nation’s iconic local cuisine.

Campari Group Is Bringing More Italian Spritzes To Singapore

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Campari Group is expanding its Italian aperitivo portfolio across Southeast Asia, bringing four new names to join Aperol and Campari. The six-strong line-up spans everything from bright and fruity to bold and bitter, as well as alcohol-free options, giving Singapore drinkers more ways to embrace the Italian tradition of an aperitivo: that golden hour before dinner spent catching up with friends over a light drink and something to eat. At the centre of it all is the spritz, traditionally made with an aperitif, prosecco and a splash of soda.

Joining Aperol and Campari are Sarti, a vibrant pink aperitif with notes of blood orange, mango and passion fruit; Cynar, an artichoke-based aperitif with a more herbal, bittersweet profile; Mondoro, a premium sparkling option; and Crodino, the alcohol-free Italian aperitivo that has been around since 1965. Leading the regional expansion is Sarti Rosa, which has been gaining attention in Europe and the US for its fruity, approachable character and striking rosé-pink colour. With Singapore's year-round warm weather, busy bar scene and appetite for lighter, social drinking occasions, Campari Group sees the city as the starting point for bringing its take on aperitivo culture to the region.

In Singapore, the group will also host a series of masterclasses led by brand ambassador Bystrik Uko, where guests can learn how to build the perfect spritz, including Sarti, and recreate the aperitivo hour at home. The sessions will explore the different serves across the portfolio, alongside the food and hosting rituals that make aperitivo more than just a pre-dinner drink.

Writers Bar Has Launched Their New (And Permanent) Aperitivo Hour

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Writers Bar is giving cocktail hour an Italian twist with the launch of Aperitivo Hour, a permanent new addition starting from 9 September 2026. Available every Tuesday to Thursday from 7pm to 9pm, the literary-inspired bar will serve six cocktails designed around the gentle bitterness and herbal notes that define the classic aperitivo. Expect live music, a lively atmosphere, and plenty of excuses to settle in for a drink or two before the rest of the evening begins. 

The menu puts approachable spins on Italian classics, including The Easy Choice, a sparkling combination of Aperol, dry vermouth, watermelon, and Champagne, as well as Garibaldino, which adds mezcal to Campari, orange, and mandarin for a smoky taste. Summer in Milan takes the Negroni in a tropical direction with coconut and mango foam, while the Little Dirty Bamboo combines sherry, vermouth Bénédictine, and olive brine. Better still, Writers Bar has also refreshed its food pairings with new additions to their bites menu including Beef Tartare Costini, Lobster Roll, and Frozen Tomato Bruschetta. Think of this as the best way to ease into the Raffles Hotel charm. 

PAUL Singapore Launches Children’s Day Gift Set With Local Author Suma Selvan

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PAUL Singapore is teaming up with first-time local author Suma Selvan for a Children’s Day collaboration that pairs her debut book, When I Grow with Love and Kindness, with a box of PAUL’s signature mini macarons. Designed around the simple idea that small acts of kindness can go a long way, the book encourages young readers to embrace caring, courage, gratitude and compassion. The special Children’s Day Gift Set is priced at $35.90 and will be available at all PAUL outlets islandwide from 23 September to 11 October 2026.

Inside, you’ll find Selvan’s beautifully illustrated book alongside mini macarons in flavours including pistachio, lime, raspberry and chocolate, with each macaron box also coming with a personalised sleeve. Whether you’re shopping for a little one, niece, nephew, godchild or student, it’s an easy way to make Children’s Day feel a little more thoughtful.

Louis Vuitton’s New Chocolate Trunks Are A Singapore Exclusive

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Singapore is getting a sweet new Louis Vuitton exclusive, with two chocolate creations by Maxime Frédéric, the House’s pastry chef and World’s Best Pastry Chef 2025, launching at Le Chocolat Maxime Frédéric at Marina Bay Sands from September 16, 2026. First up is the Exclusive Filled Trunk Singapore Tablet ($98), a chocolate take on the iconic Louis Vuitton trunk filled with chocolate praline and matcha green tea shortbread. Flip it over and you’ll find an illustration of the Marina Bay Sands store, Singapore’s Supertrees and the House’s playful mascot, Vivienne.

Also joining the Singapore-only lineup is the Mini Trunks Assortment ($88), featuring 16 miniature chocolate trunks inspired by Louis Vuitton’s historic luggage designs. The collection spans four flavours: milk chocolate with hazelnut nougatine, white chocolate with matcha green tea and caramelised coconut, milk chocolate with hazelnut spread, and dark chocolate from São Tomé with at least 75% cacao.

Fico Finds A Second Home At Tanjong Beach Club

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Fico is heading to the beach once more, with the beloved Italian seaside destination set to open its second home at Tanjong Beach Club on 28 September 2026. Founded by Chef-Partner Mirko Febbrile and The Lo & Behold Group, the East Coast Park favourite has been bringing the spirit of Puglia to Singapore since 2023, earning a Michelin Bib Gourmand within its first year and retaining the accolade ever since. At its heart is cucina povera, where humble ingredients are transformed into honest, generous cooking made for sharing. Now, that same convivial philosophy is heading to Sentosa, with a lighter, beach-led menu that takes a broader Italian coastal lens.

Expect a mix of familiar Fico favourites and new signatures created specifically for Tanjong Beach Club, with the coastal grill taking centre stage. Fresh seafood and other ingredients will be cooked over fire, bringing char, smoke and simplicity to the menu, while fresh catch, bright coastal flavours and aperitivo round out the offering. Designed for lingering, the new Fico will set the scene for leisurely afternoons by the pool, long lunches, sunset drinks and evenings by the sea.

Cointreau Spicy Brings The Heat To Singapore

Cointreau is turning up the heat with the Singapore launch of Cointreau Spicy, a new chilli-infused expression of its iconic orange liqueur. Crafted with Bird’s Eye chilli, natural chilli and jalapeño flavourings, and a touch of cucumber, the 30% ABV release delivers a warming kick while keeping Cointreau’s signature orange character front and centre. Designed for Spicy Margaritas, flavour-forward highballs and twists on classic cocktails, it arrives as spicy serves continue to gain momentum.

To mark the launch, Yardbird Southern Table & Bar will host an evening of live DJ entertainment, $10 spicy cocktails and $8 Pork Belly or Spicy Shrimp tacos on Friday, 18 September, from 5pm to 10pm. Guests can also put their spice tolerance to the test in a hot wings competition. From September to October, Cointreau Spicy cocktails will be available across 15 outlets islandwide, including Mars Bar, The Bar at 15 Stamford, Mnemonic Brew & Craft and Flying Squirrel. Other launch highlights include a Cointreau guest shift at Canning Bar & Lounge on 17 September, limited-edition merchandise at Papi’s Tacos, and a complimentary Spicy Margarita at EL CHIDO for travellers who purchase a bottle at the airport. Cointreau Spicy is also available in-store and online at Cold Storage and Cellarbration, with a complimentary Margarita glass included in Cellarbration’s twin bundle deal.

Charles Leclerc’s Chivas Regal 16 Lands In Singapore

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Charles Leclerc is putting his signature number on whisky. The Formula 1 star has teamed up with Chivas Regal to create Chivas Regal 16, the brand’s first-ever 16-year-old expression and Leclerc’s debut signature blend. Made in collaboration with Master Blender Emeritus Sandy Hyslop, the limited-edition Scotch brings together 16 whiskies, each aged for at least 16 years, inspired by the number that has followed Leclerc throughout his career. For Singapore F1 fans, there’s good reason to take note: Chivas Regal 16 arrives locally on 1 September, just in time to add a little racing pedigree to your whisky shelf ahead of the Singapore Grand Prix.

The flavour profile leans rich, sweet and warming, with sherry-cask matured Longmorn single malt playing a key role in the blend. Expect sweet mandarin, raisins and Manuka honey on the nose, followed by orange marmalade and apple cake on the palate, with toasted oak and ginger spice adding depth before a long, velvety finish. Chivas Regal 16 will be available in Singapore for S$130 from 1 September 2026, exclusively at select FairPrice Finest stores and online via Shopee—making it a timely pick for F1 fans looking to raise a glass to Leclerc's latest pursuit of better.

Ember Is Bringing Asian-Flavoured Smoked Meats To Your Door

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The team behind Grain has launched Ember, a new modern smokehouse putting an Asian spin on the classic BBQ spread. Designed as a build-your-own wrap party delivered straight to your door, the halal-certified concept pairs premium smoked meats with fresh lettuce and perilla leaves, kimchi, pickles and punchy sauces. The menu’s hero cuts include Sanchoku Wagyu Brisket, USDA Prime Dino Rib and Wagyu Short Rib, all slow-smoked over oak, apple and hickory wood, alongside Smoked Masala Chicken, Smoked Provençal Half Chicken and house-made sausages.

The Asian influence comes through in the sauces and sides, from sweet-sour Nam Jim Jaew and spicy coriander-and-mint Asian Chimichurri to Lime Ketchup scented with kaffir lime leaf and torch ginger. Sides include Mentaiko Mac, Roasted Napa Cabbage and Nori Smashed Potatoes, while three sharing platters—Feed The Bear, Best Of Both and All Birds—are designed to feed four to five people. Created by Grain co-founder and chef Isaac Tan and R&D chef Gabriel Kwang, Ember is available for delivery Monday to Saturday, with three days’ notice required. Come September, the brand will also pop up at surprise locations around Singapore.

Stags Head Steakhouse Brings British Sunday Roasts To Marina Bay

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Sundays at Stags Head Steakhouse are getting a proper British upgrade, with the Marina Bay restaurant introducing a new Sunday Roast menu served every Sunday for lunch and dinner. Expect generous sharing cuts alongside beef-fat roasted potatoes, Yorkshire pudding, rich jus gravy and two chef-selected seasonal sides. The menu includes a 400g Chateaubriand, 45-day dry-aged bone-in sirloin, Dingley Dell pork chop and Barnsley lamb chop, with prices starting from $98.

The steakhouse takes its beef seriously, dry-ageing cuts in-house for a minimum of 45 days to concentrate flavour and tenderise the meat before cooking it over a wood-fired grill for an added layer of char and smokiness. Sides rotate seasonally, with current options including cauliflower cheese, baby carrots, Brussels sprouts and mash, while future additions will include green peas, Cameron Highlands broccolini and hispi cabbage. Set within Stags Head's dark, intimate steakhouse, the Sunday roast is designed to be a relaxed weekly ritual with plenty to share.

Decker Barbecue Opens Flagship Smokehouse At Old Bukit Timah Fire Station

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Decker Barbecue has unveiled its second outlet and new flagship restaurant at the former Old Bukit Timah Fire Station, marking a major expansion beyond its original Robertson Quay home. Set within the historic fire station, the new space has been transformed into a dedicated “House of Low and Slow”, centred around a 14-foot smoker imported from Texas and a menu built on traditional low-and-slow barbecue techniques, while incorporating local flavours and Asian influences.

The new flagship introduces dedicated lunch, brunch and dinner menus, ranging from brisket sandwiches and rendang rice bowls to Southern-inspired brunch dishes and generous build-your-own smoked meat platters. Vegetarian and seafood options have also been given greater emphasis, alongside a DIY sauce bar featuring more than 10 condiments for customising meals. Designed as a casual gathering spot surrounded by greenery, Decker aims to become a community hub for post-run breakfasts, family brunches, evening meals and weekend catch-ups, while continuing to draw barbecue lovers from across Singapore.

MO BAR Has Launched It's Own Signature House Gin

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Calling all spirit lovers—MO BAR has bottled its own signature gin, and you can try it in an exclusive cocktail flight. Created in collaboration with local craft distillery Distillius, MO BAR Edition No.1 Gin is the bar’s first-ever house spirit, developed over the course of a year as part of its ongoing exploration of Singapore through cocktails. Inspired by the historic Old Tom gin style, the bespoke spirit is infused with botanicals including dried mango, mandarin, osmanthus and coriander seed, with a touch of Sauvignon Blanc that lends a floral complexity to its rounding finish. Housed in a striking ceramic bottle inspired by traditional Chinese plum vases, it’s decorated with illustrations of Singapore’s national flower, making it just as display-worthy as it is drinkable. 

Plus, to celebrate the launch, MO BAR is rolling out The First Edition Experience throughout the month of August, a three-serve tasting flight showcasing the gin in different ways. Start with a neat pour before moving on to a refreshing signature Gin & Tonic, then finish with your choice of either the tropical M.O. Mango Gimlet or the savoury M.O. MAMI Martini. And don’t worry. If you fall in love with the spirit, the limited-edition bottle is available to purchase exclusively at Mandarin Oriental Singapore, whether you’d like it as a thoughtful gift or a stylish addition to your own home bar.

Cygnet At QT Singapore Welcomes Acclaimed Chef Fabrice Mergalet As Executive Chef

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QT Singapore has appointed French chef Fabrice Mergalet as Executive Chef, ushering in a new chapter for its signature restaurant, Cygnet. Bringing almost 30 years of experience across Europe and Asia, Mergalet is best known for his expertise in premium beef, wood-fire cooking and produce-driven menus. At Cygnet, he'll build on the restaurant's modern steakhouse concept with bold, fire-led dishes, globally inspired flavours and seasonal ingredients, all while adding the playful edge QT is known for.

Originally from Alsace, Mergalet has held senior roles at renowned hotels including Hilton Park Lane, Andaz London and The Zetter Hotel & Townhouse, before spending more than a decade leading the kitchen at Bochinche, where he helped cement its reputation as one of Singapore's go-to destinations for Argentinian-inspired steak. Drawing on his travels through Argentina and South America, he'll introduce a refreshed menu and new dining experiences centred around premium meats and wood-fire cooking, with more details set to be revealed soon.

Wine Culture Celebrates 25 Years With Rare Wine Drops And A Revamped Tasting Space

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Celebrating its 25th anniversary, Wine Culture has unveiled a newly renovated flagship showroom alongside one of its biggest portfolio expansions yet, bringing more than 10 new winery partnerships into the fold over the past year. Long known for securing sought-after allocations from some of the world's most coveted producers, the merchant is also broadening its offering with a mix of legendary labels and emerging winemakers from France, Australia, New Zealand and beyond.

The refreshed two-storey space is designed as more than just a wine shop, with a dedicated tasting room and walk-in cellar hosting curated monthly experiences that give collectors and curious newcomers the chance to sample bottles that are rarely available by the glass. Expect everything from allocation-only Burgundy and Bordeaux to exciting new producers like Famille Isabel Ferrando and Champagne Lancelot-Pienne, making it one of Singapore's most compelling destinations for anyone looking to deepen their appreciation of fine wine.

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