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Festive cheer for Singapore’s F&B scene as reservations roll in earlier than last year

Spending may also be higher this year as revenge travel cools

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Elysia Tan

Elysia Tan

Published Sat, Dec 21, 2024 · 05:00 AM
    • Singaporeans and tourists are making restaurant reservations as early as November for their celebrations. As at mid-December, many F&B outlets are at or approaching full capacity for the festive period.
    • Singaporeans and tourists are making restaurant reservations as early as November for their celebrations. As at mid-December, many F&B outlets are at or approaching full capacity for the festive period. PHOTO: REUTERS

    DESPITE year-end outbound travel, December remains the season to be jolly for Singapore’s food and beverage (F&B) scene, with hotels and restaurants seeing earlier bookings than last year.

    Seats for the Christmas and New Year season are being filled sooner. As at mid-December, many players are at or approaching full capacity for the festive period.

    Demand for Hilton Singapore Orchard’s buffet restaurant Estate has improved year on year (yoy), said hotel manager Linda Reddy, who attributed this to fewer locals prioritising revenge travel.

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