Heads up, epicureans! Make space in your calendars (and stomachs) for these food events and festivals in Singapore.
Question: how do you trigger a Singaporean? By telling them their culinary landscape sucks. (Cue horrified gasps and dirty looks.) Everyone knows our gastronomic scene is anything but boring, with new restaurants and cafes opening every month, exciting pop-up gourmet events selling out faster than hotcakes, and a long-standing annual food festival that gets everyone excited. How does one keep track of so many food events and festivals taking place in Singapore simultaneously? We’ve got you covered. Bookmark this guide and check back regularly on the hottest lowdowns. Bon appetit!
Clear your calendars for these 2024 food events and festivals in Singapore
1. Master Jun Takahashi in Singapore
2-5 March 2024, 6pm to 8pm and 8.30pm to 10.30pm
How does omakase for dinner sound? We’ll throw something exciting into the mix, too: Master Jun Takahashi will be in town for four nights to prepare the dining experience personally. This marks the first time the celebrated chef will present his renowned skills in Singapore, so naturally, gourmands can expect nothing but the best. Two dinner sessions, limited to 10 seats per time slot, will be held each night; diners can choose between the $450++ or $520++ menu. We say this is the food event to go for in Singapore – the Ginza flagship requires almost a year’s reservation in advance!
Master Jun Takahashi in Singapore, Takahashi Singapore, 4 Mohamed Sultan Road, Singapore 238955
2. Bottega Di Carna x Bold & Braised hawker pop-up
6-7 March 2024, 11.30am to 2pm
A raise of hands if you’ve returned to the workplace post-pandemic (we see you). Naturally, the first question on everyone’s lips after entering the office is, “What’s for lunch?” Well, we know a pop-up that’ll settle two lunch sessions in the first week of March. Modern Italian restaurant Bottega Di Carna teams up with local hawker Bold & Braised to present an exclusive selection of sandwiches with beef and pork fillings. Sounds tantalising, doesn’t it? Be prepared to join the queue at Maxwell Food Centre if you’re keen to try ‘em.
Bottega Di Carna x Bold & Braised Hawker Pop-Up, #01-43, Bold & Braised, Maxwell Food Centre, 1 Kadayanallur Street, Singapore 069184
3. F*nkytown takes over The Elephant Room
6 March 2024, 8pm to 11pm
There’s no need to catch a flight to Bangkok because the Thai cocktail bar’s coming to our sunny shores. For one night only, F*nkytown’s group beverage manager Pae Ketumarn, renowned for his innovative approach to cocktails, will be showcasing his prowess at The Elephant Room. Pae will be joined by Luqman Hakim, Sarnies Group’s group head chef, who will take over the kitchen. Imbibers can look forward to signature drinks such as the Oyster, Tom Yum, and Pain Au Matcha, and pair them with dishes like the F*nky smash burgers, naem (pork sausage) stuffed chicken wings, and crispy pig’s ears.
F*nkytown takes over The Elephant Room, #01-02, The Elephant Room, 33 Tanjong Pagar Road, Singapore 088456
4. World Food Fair 2024
4-7 July 2024, 11am to 9pm
This annual foodie event, typically held at the Singapore Expo, will be back for its 19th edition this year. As with past years, the popular four-day will showcase over 200 local and international F&B vendors. Patrons can enjoy huge savings and sweet deals, participate in lucky draws and contests, and more. The best part? Admission is free!
World Food Fair 2024, Hall 4, Singapore Expo, 1 Expo Drive, Singapore 486150
5. Singapore Food Festival
July 2024
Thirty-one years strong – that’s how long Singapore’s landmark food event has been around in this part of the world. We expect the Singapore Food Festival to return this year with more exciting events, offerings, and collaborations. No word is out yet, but based on previous iterations, we’re confident the event will likely be held at the Bayfront Event Space. In the meantime, keep your eyes peeled and watch this space!
Singapore Food Festival, Bayfront Event Space, 12A Bayfront Avenue, Singapore 018970
Come hungry to these 2024 food events and festivals in Singapore!