SINGAPORE FOOD FESTIVAL BEGINS WITH TASTY STARTER

ASIA – The 20th Singapore Food Festival (SFF) has kicked off today [28 June] to start a month-long celebration of gourmet food activities.
 
The festival is themed ‘A Celebration of Food’ showcasing the past, present and future of the region’s culinary scene, featuring specially-crafted menus, creative cooking classes and food-themed arts and entertainment offerings.
 
“When the Singapore Food Festival first started in 1994, its main objective was to show the world that Singapore is a multi-ethnic food paradise,” said Chew Tiong Heng, executive director at the Singapore Tourist Board (STB). “Today, Singapore has become one of the hottest dining spots in the world, drawing locals and visitors alike with gourmet events and unique dining concepts.”
 
STB has worked with more than 20 dining, attractions and precinct partners creating events, menus and workshops for the event. The festival will feature a series of food-themed films alongside The Art House’s ongoing ‘Food-O-Philia’ series and the Singapore Heritage Fest from 19 to 28 July.
 
The Mount Faber Leisure Group (MFLG) has started the festival celebrations with a 10-day event at MFLG’s dining arm The Jewel Box at Mount Faber. Visitors can combine fine dining with leisure as they choose from culinary creations onboard a cable car.
 
“Our chefs are passionate about featuring Singapore dishes and infusing local flavours into our food,” said MFLG general manager, Suzanne Ho. “With food and leisure being an addictive combination, we constantly challenge ourselves to create unique experiences. We are delighted to kickstart the Singapore Food Festival this year and mark 20 delicious years.”
 
The festival runs from 28 June to 28 July.
 
In other regional news, Suntec Singapore Convention and Exhibition Centre has reopened for business, following a major renovation and upgrade programme.
 
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SINGAPORE FOOD FESTIVAL BEGINS WITH TASTY STARTER