Whether you’re doing a search for ‘good food near me’ or just need to shake things up a bit, every month we bring you the scoop on what’s buzzing across town – from food news and the latest brunch spots, to new menus at old favourites, as well as new restaurants and bars to try.
New Take On Nonya
Experience Peranakan cooking in a café-style setting at Nonyanita Café, in residence at Chef X until 17 May. Founded by Chef Jean Tan of private dining concept Nonyanita, the menu reworks traditional Peranakan dishes into grain bowls, sandwiches, soups and salads. Expect dishes like Chicken Rendang Sandwiches, Assam Fish Grain Bowls, and Papaya and Prawns Titek Soup, all grounded in time-honoured recipes.
The Art of the Warm Sandwich
PAUL Le Café at 8 Robinson Road introduces a new line-up of warm sandwiches, made to order for the CBD lunch crowd. Priced at $8.90, the range includes classics like Turkey Ham and Brie, Chicken and Cheddar, and a hearty Beef Steak with caramelised onions, alongside options such as Smoked Duck with camembert and a Mushroom Truffle for vegetarians. Each sandwich can be finished with a choice of house-made sauces, from porcini cream to honey mustard. Just add a cup of PAUL’s signature French coffee blend!
A Different Kind of Latte
If you’re after something a little different from your usual coffee run, Starbucks’ Purple Sweet Potato range is worth a look. The Purple Sweet Potato Latte blends the earthy sweetness of the root with signature espresso, while the Purple Sweet Potato Oolong Tea Latte offers a lighter, more fragrant option – both finished with chewy mochi bits.
Raising The Bar
Congratulations to Pullman Singapore Hill Street for being named Best Luxury Rooftop View Hotel in Singapore at the Luxury Lifestyle Awards 2026, shining a light on its rooftop venue, El Chido. Set high above the city, the space brings together wide skyline views, a poolside setting and a menu centred on Mexican flavours and inventive cocktails.
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Snack Smart
Nibble Network, founded in 2024 by a former lawyer and a food scientist, is behind Soy Crunches – a savoury, plant-based alternative to typical protein snacks. Each serving delivers 11 to 13g of protein, with flavours like Tom Yum and Wasabi. The brand is already stocked in office pantries at Bloomberg, Netflix and The Trade Desk, and has partnered with fitness names including F45 and Mobilus – a highprotein option for busy days or post-Hyrox refuelling.
Welcome to Mama
Mama Shelter Singapore, the iconic French lifestyle hotel brand’s first Asia outpost, has unveiled its full experience along Killiney Road, with the launch of its Mama Sky Pool rooftop and new dining concepts, Mama Loves You and Mama Feeds You. At Mama Restaurant, the Mama’s Happy Meal (from $39.90 for two) includes two mains, free-flow fries, drinks and a caviar twist. Upstairs, the new Mama Sky Pool features a mosaic-tiled pool, alfresco bar and Mediterranean bites. The energy continues into the evening at Mama Restaurant with Dine & Dance sessions and themed nights, including complimentary drinks for ladies on Wednesdays.
Back to the ’70s at Mandai
Food Republic has opened a new heritage-inspired food atrium at Mandai Wildlife Reserve, recreating the look and feel of 1970s Singapore street scenes. Located at Mandai’s Food Village and just steps from Singapore Zoo, Night Safari and River Wonders, the 600- seat space features life-sized shophouse façades, vintage signage and nostalgic photo spots, from movie posters to old-school pushcarts. More than 20 vendors serve a mix of heritage dishes and long-standing local favourites, with some recipes dating back decades.
Tutto Returns to Holland Village
Italian eatery Tutto has opened its second Singapore outlet at One Holland Village, following the brand’s debut at Jewel late last year. The opening also marks something of a homecoming, as the family behind Tutto launched their first Da Paolo in Holland Village almost 30 years ago. At the new outlet, Tutto continues its focus on accessible Italian cooking using quality ingredients and traditional techniques, with dishes priced under $30. Highlights include the Nero di Seppia (squid ink pasta) and Vongole, both made from scratch using family heirloom recipes.
Welcome CrazySundaes!
Black Tap Craft Burgers & Beer is ushering in its eighth year in Singapore with the launch of CrazySundaes, a new signature dessert to add to the brand’s well-known CrazyShake concept. Inspired by classic ice cream sundaes, the new creations feature towering scoops and colourful toppings, with three varieties on the menu: Hella Hot Fudge, Cherry Bomb and Bangkok Banana Crunch.
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Tea Time
Global tea brand Molly Tea has made its Singapore debut. Rooted in Eastern tea traditions and known for its floral tea creations, Molly Tea has built a cult following with more than 2,000 outlets worldwide across China, the US, UK, Australia and Southeast Asia. The Orchard Central flagship will be its largest in Southeast Asia, complete with a Singapore-exclusive detail – the brand’s mascot dressed in a Merlion costume. Signature drinks include the Premium Jasmine Milk Tea, made with freshly picked doublepetal jasmine flowers from Guangxi, alongside flavours such as Premium Jasmine Apple Milk Tea and Pistachio Jasmine Coconut.
Restaurant-Grade Cuts
There’s a new destination for steak lovers with the opening of Meat Co.’s flagship outlet at Paragon. Highlights include Montrak Jeju Pork from Jeju Island’s only privately operated antibiotic-free pig farm, Hanwoo Beef 1++ MB9 prized for its exceptional marbling, and Rubia Gallega, a sought-after 100 percent grass-fed breed served in 45-day dry-aged bone-in cuts. The store also introduces Meat Co.’s first integrated butcher and cooked counter, where customers can select premium cuts and enjoy them freshly prepared in-store.
New Scoops
Known for serving one of Singapore’s largest selections of samgyetang (Korean ginseng chicken soup), BOMUL Samgyetang at CHIJMES is expanding its concept with the launch of the new BOMUL Gelato Bar. The new offering introduces a line-up of six artisanal gelato flavours, including house signatures such as Ginseng and Black Sesame, alongside a new Dubai Double Black Chocolate flavour.
Aperitivo O’Clock!
Republic at The Ritz-Carlton, Millenia Singapore has introduced an Aperitivo Hour, available daily from 5.30pm to 8.30pm. Priced at $88 per person, the experience includes 120 minutes of unlimited pours, featuring house red and white wines, champagne, Tiger Beer, and classic cocktails such as Negronis, Garibaldis and Highballs. Each session is paired with a gourmet tapas plate of canapés, cheeses and charcuterie – ideal for after-work plans or a weekend catch-up.
Gelato Gold
Singapore has been named World Champion at the Gelato World Cup 2026, held at the SIGEP World exhibition in Rimini, Italy. Competing against 11 national teams across 10 technical and artistic challenges, Team Singapore impressed judges with “Circus”, a concept praised for its precision, creativity and coherence. Led by Jason Tan, the team included pastry chefs Dexter Lee and Loh Cheng Kit, alongside chef Chew Wei Lung. The win marks a milestone for Singapore’s artisan dessert scene.
CBD Alfresco
Barrel Story of Hibiki, the first Hibiki-led restaurant to open outside Japan, is expanding its offering with the launch of The Terrace. Set within the restaurant in Singapore’s CBD, the new outdoor dining space offers an open-air setting for drinks, light bites and casual gatherings. Seating around 50 guests, The Terrace is framed by greenery, with a shareable menu, daily Happy Hour from 3pm to 7pm, and a pet-friendly policy.
Meet BOP
BOP (Bartenders of Pony) is a new Korean cocktail dining-bar developed by the Jigger & Pony Group and creatively led by Uno Jang, co-owner and creative director of the group and winner of the Altos Bartenders’ Bartender Award at The World’s 50 Best Bars 2025. Located on Tras Street in Tanjong Pagar, Singapore’s long-established Korean enclave, the conserved shophouse venue is guided by Jang, with his heritage shaping its identity. The menu features 12 signature cocktails built around Korean spirits such as soju, makgeolli and cheongju, alongside flavours including rice, perilla and seaweed.
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Whisky Storage Boom
Just months after opening its doors, Whisky Mansion is already nearing full capacity, with around 90 percent of its storage space taken up by some seriously collectable bottles. Housed in a five-storey heritage building on Circular Road, the Singapore facility now safeguards more than US$12 million worth of rare whisky, from historic Springbank releases to sought-after names like Yamazaki, Macallan and Karuizawa. The rapid uptake reflects a growing appetite for whisky not just as something to drink, but as something to collect, trade and treasure.
Vineyards Worth Travelling for in 2026
Vik in Chile’s Millahue Valley has been named The World’s Best Vineyard 2025, taking the top spot at The World’s 50 Best Vineyards awards, held in Margaret River, Australia. The 2025 list spans 15 destinations across six continents, with winners selected by more than 700 wine and travel experts worldwide. The Top 10:
- Vik, Millahue – Chile
- Schloss Johannisberg, Rheingau – Germany
- Bodegas Ysios, Rioja – Spain
- Bodega Garzón, Maldonado – Uruguay
- Château Smith Haut Lafitte, Bordeaux – France
- Klein Constantia Wine Estate, Western Cape – South Africa
- Creation, Hemel-en-Aarde – South Africa
- Maison Ruinart, Champagne – France
- Château D’Yquem, Sauternes – France
- Montes, Colchagua Valley – Chile
Odette Reopens
After a decade at the National Gallery Singapore, Odette enters a new phase with refreshed menus and a reworked dining room. Modern French cuisine remains the foundation, with dishes now showing a lighter touch and clearer Asian influences shaped by chef-owner Julien Royer’s years working in the region. The new menu builds on established signatures while introducing dishes such as Hokkaido Botan Ebi with yuzu-kosho and dashi, and Crab Contrast, which pairs French technique with local references. Longstanding favourites remain, including the Kampot Pepper Crusted Pigeon and the Jeju Abalone and Foie Gras Duo. Odette has also introduced a seasonal temperance beverage programme, offering nonalcoholic pairings designed alongside the wine list.
A Taste of Rome
Singapore’s first “Osteria Romana”, Medusa, has opened at JW Marriott Singapore South Beach. The latest concept by Fortuna Group, Medusa is helmed by Roman natives Head Chef Federico Scordo and General Manager Federico Burci, with dough master Giorgio Sorce leading the kitchen’s signature breads. The menu focuses on the hearty flavours of Roman cooking, spotlighting classics such as Alfredo Fettuccine, Carbonara Spaghetti and Pinsa Romana, alongside richer dishes like Burrata Fritta, Maritozzo Salato and Truffle Tiramisu. Set within interiors inspired by Rome’s 1960s vintage glamour, diners can choose between the main dining room, bar, outdoor seating or a semi-private space.
New East-Side Menu
Greenhouse, the all-day dining restaurant at Dusit Thani Laguna Singapore, has launched a new à la carte menu that draws on flavours and dishes the culinary team has explored from around the world. Framed as a “global pantry with a local soul”, the menu brings together East-West influences through familiar classics and regional favourites reworked for Singapore. Signatures include Confit Chicken à la King and Yellow Soft Shell Crab Curry, inspired by Thai coastal flavours and Dusit Thani’s culinary heritage.
dusit.com/dusitthani-lagunasingapore/dining/greenhouse
New at Chip Bee Gardens
The team behind CUDO has launched MyX (pronounced “Mix”), a new Chip Bee Gardens restaurant centred on “soulful comfort food” inspired by the American South and Latin America. Led by group executive chef Steven Chou, the menu gives familiar dishes a punchy twist – think Salmon Tiradito with Guajillo Shoyu, Wagyu “Beef Tartare” with Plantains, Uni Cavatelli and Cheese, Seabass Veracruz and DIRRRTY Chicken Rice. MyX is also designed as a community hangout, with a Lending Library, Vinyl Listening Lounge, rotating art gallery and a calendar of workshops.
Freshly Minted
Health and wellness brand Haldy has had a busy season, with the launch of two new flavours. First up is Apple Cinnamon, a limited-edition Sugarfree Turmeric Mint – a fruity alternative to the usual mint or citrus. The brand has also unveiled its first co-branding partnership with boutique heritage hotel 21 Carpenter. The collaboration introduces a Cinnamon Sugarfree Turmeric Mint created exclusively for the hotel and inspired by Singapore’s spice-trade history; you’ll find it as part of the in-room amenities. For 21 Carpenter, known for its restored architecture and rooftop infinity pool, the partnership adds a uniquely Singaporean detail to the guest experience.
Restocking the Drinks Cabinet?
Tequila’s Next Chapter
A new tequila is making its mark on Singapore’s drinks scene, with Solisca bringing its small-batch, 100% Blue Weber Agave and additive-free style to Asia. Already spotted in cities like LA, Tokyo and Seoul, the tequila arrives with plenty of cultural buzz, thanks to appearances alongside artists such as Martin Garrix, Diplo and Blackpink’s Lisa, plus a dedicated bar at Ultra Music Festival Seoul. In Singapore, you’ll find it at spots like Manhattan Bar, Native, Papi’s Tacos, Neon Pigeon and Jungle Ballroom. It’s also now available via Wine Mouth for those keen to experiment at home.
A Fresh Gin
A new addition to Singapore’s spirits scene, Mystique Gin has officially launched with a premium London Dry crafted for drinkers who enjoy clean, nature-inspired flavours. Distilled in the UK, the gin blends classic botanicals with lemon peel, caraway, moringa, kaffir lime leaf and a touch of rosemary. Its first venue partner, The Westin Singapore, is now serving Mystique by the glass or by the bottle at its Lobby Lounge.
From Tiong Bahru to Takashimaya
After nearly 40 years at Tiong Bahru Market, Michelin Bib Gourmand favourite Tiong Bahru Hainanese Chicken Rice is launching its first casual restaurant concept at Takashimaya. The new outlet – affectionately branded TBC – expands its signature offering with two rice variants developed specially for the restaurant: fragrant basmati and premium Niigata rice, the latter starring in a Baked French Poulet with Japanese rice. Diners can also expect a wider menu of nostalgic dishes, including Hainanese Crispy Pork, Assam Batang Fish and Hainan Style Curry Squid. And yes, the classic steamed chicken rice is still here – now with the comfort of air-conditioning.
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Lunch the Greek Way
Blu Kouzina has introduced a new Blue Zone Lunch Set at its Dempsey location, inspired by the traditional Mediterranean idea of lunch as the day’s most nourishing, unhurried meal. Available on weekdays, the set highlights slow-cooked dishes, clean flavours and Greek ingredients with clear provenance – from organic dry chickpeas sourced from a family farm in northern Greece to wildcaught fish baked with Greek wine. The menu features two mezze, one main and a light dessert, all built around the Tsakiris family’s extra virgin olive oil from 600-year-old Peloponnese groves.
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An Amalfi Brunch
Fresh off its #28 spot in Asia Pacific’s Top 50 Best Pizzerias, Fortuna has expanded along Craig Road with Fortuna Terrazza, a new Amalfi-inspired all-day café and brunch terrace. Just a few doors down from the original trattoria, the space blends Southern Italian coastal vibes with Australian café culture, complete with tiled archways, lemon trees and hand-painted ceramics. The menu puts an Italian spin on brunch favourites, from Folded Eggs alla Diavola with fiery salami and chilli oil to a six-cheese toastie and Italian Fried Chicken in cornflake crumb. Weekday diners can opt for a three-course all-day brunch from $29.90 per person.
The Marmalade Pantry Returns
If you’ve been Christmas shopping at ION Orchard, you may have spotted The Marmalade Pantry’s refreshed flagship. Recently reopened after a full revamp, the space features citrus-hued glass blocks and upcycled panels made from kitchen by-products like orange peel, tea leaves and kombucha scoby waste – a first in the SG dining scene. The menu continues the brand’s focus on modern comfort foods with new highlights such as Smoked Duck and Coconut Curry Linguine, Barramundi Assam Risotto, and Orange Basque Cheesecake. Look out for beverage collaborations with Monogram by Gryphon and Châteaux Kombucha, and a retail shelf stocking housemade jams, teas and lifestyle items.
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