F&B

Pastry stalwart Pantler to close after 12 years

2026-08-06T06:00:43.000Z
The transaction is expected to close in the fourth quarter of 2026.

Bain Capital to buy bubble tea chain Gong Cha amid F&B investment push

2026-08-06T02:52:16.000Z
McDonald’s has stepped up efforts to spotlight cheaper meals while capitalising on novelty and pop-culture moments to attract diners. 

McDonald’s growth slows, in a sign that America’s diners are retrenching

2026-08-04T11:59:25.000Z
Annie Low runs Shuu Patisserie, a European cottage-inspired bakery located in Taman Abad in Johor Bahru.

From old bungalows to chic cafes: How the RTS is reshaping JB neighbourhoods

2026-08-03T00:15:38.000Z
The coffee chain is also cutting costs by streamlining its corporate structure, closing underperforming locations and selling a stake in its China business.

Starbucks results show its turnaround bid is gaining momentum

2026-07-30T21:48:35.000Z
The plan has drawn pushback from ruling and opposition lawmakers on concern over the impact on Japan’s worsening finances.

Japan’s Takaichi to proceed with food sales tax cut to 1%, Yomiuri reports

2026-07-29T00:32:06.000Z
Singapore remains Crystal Jade’s home market and the restaurant chain is committed to maintaining a sustainable long-term presence here, said a company spokesman.

Crystal Jade to close Suntec City outlet from Jul 16 after shutting Hillion Mall outlet earlier in 2026

2026-07-15T04:20:01.000Z
Co-founders Eric Chan (left) and Benjamin Lee made a decision to focus on Sarnies' expansion into Thailand, which now accounts for 80% of the group's revenue.

From a cafe in Telok Ayer to 12 F&B outlets in Bangkok, Sarnies banks on Thailand for growth

2026-07-15T03:00:00.000Z
Buoyed by the international halo of “Singapore quality”, established local F&B brands brought Nanyang flavours to the Chinese market in the early 2000s.

How China outgrew Singapore’s F&B brands

2026-07-10T04:13:16.000Z
The Japanese brewer aims to leverage Carlsberg’s strong regional market presence to boost sales of Sapporo Premium Beer in its target markets.

Japanese brewer Sapporo Breweries, Carlsberg to invest in US$643 million Singapore-based JV

2026-07-06T09:00:11.000Z