Traditional F&B businesses, disruptive startups get together

Singapore

IMPECCABLE robot-cooked omelettes, exotic vending-machine cuisines and freshly-roasted specialty coffee beans ordered online were on the menu at the second edition of DBS's flagship event "Disrupt @ the Bay" on Friday.

First launched in 2015, this year's "F&B Disrupt @ the Bay" brought together traditional business owners and disruptive startups, encouraging the cross-adoption of innovation in business models, processes and operations. Over 200 food and beverage (F&B) operators and startups participated in the event, which included two panel discussions and live demonstrations of F&B technologies.