Singapore F&B
As Singapore squeezes, Malaysia tempts F&B operators across the Causeway
Restaurant groups are looking to Malaysia for cheaper space and a longer runway, but operators say lower costs do not make it any easier to crack
A broken F&B model and Hit Refresh’s bid to reset it with freshpod kiosks
Through this initiative, the startup is rethinking how meals are prepared and served
Singapore retail sales jump 8.3% in February, boosted by Chinese New Year
Sales grow in most categories on a yearly basis
Why home-grown F&B firms like Yeo’s, Tiger leave Singapore
Larger-scale manufacturers with overseas markets are seen as more likely to move operations out
Singapore’s FoodXervices – long-time supplier to F&B sector – calls it a day after 92 years
It is unclear how this will affect previously signed MOUs, including one inked three weeks ago with SBF
Twelve Cupcakes staff to recover part of unpaid salaries from end-March: F&B union
The Food, Drinks and Allied Workers Union says it has been assisting affected members since October 2025
Base salary under food services Progressive Wage Model to rise to S$2,220 from Jul 1
This baseline monthly gross wage requirement for workers in the sector will be raised again in 2027 and 2028
Japanese food chain Itacho Sushi shuts all outlets in Singapore
Its four remaining outlets are listed on Google Maps as permanently closed
Cafe chain The Providore abruptly shuts all 6 outlets in Singapore
Staff were reportedly informed of the closure only on the same day
Budget 2026: Retail, F&B rents make up lower share of business costs in last few years
Rent increases have also trended below nominal GDP growth and inflation in recent years, says PM Wong
