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Business Times
23 minutes ago
- Entertainment
- Business Times
Ten restaurants drop out of Michelin guide; sign of times for troubled F&B industry
THE wave of fine-dining closures in Singapore had a profound impact at this year's Michelin awards ceremony, as 10 one-starred restaurants dropped out of the list – the highest attrition rate since the prestigious guide made its debut in the city-state in 2015. There are now just 32 restaurants in Singapore with one star, among which Omakase@Stevens was the sole new entry for 2025. The Japanese restaurant, which opened in 2020, also received the Young Chef Award for its 31-year-old head chef Kazuki Arimoto. He joined the restaurant as a sous chef in 2022, and was promoted in 2024. In the only other new entry for the night, Sushi Sakuta, helmed by Yoshio Sakuta, was elevated from one to two stars. While Arimoto acknowledged that he was both 'happy and surprised' at the double win for his restaurant, veteran sushi chef Sakuta said he couldn't believe that his eponymous restaurant had moved up to the next level. He joins fellow two-star restaurants Meta, Thevar, Jaan by Kirk Westaway, Shoukouwa (where he was head chef before stepping out on his own), Saint Pierre and Cloudstreet. Retaining their three stars were Les Amis, Odette and Zen. Of the 10 restaurants which dropped out of the one-star list, only two are still in operation – Rhubarb and Terra Tokyo Italian. Rhubarb recently rebranded itself as the more casual Encore by Rhubarb, while Terra was moved out to the Michelin Select List, which comprises promising restaurants that are below both Michelin one star and Bib Gourmand. A NEWSLETTER FOR YOU Friday, 2 pm Lifestyle Our picks of the latest dining, travel and leisure options to treat yourself. Sign Up Sign Up The other eight restaurants that closed down were Art di Daniele Sperindio (which will reopen later this year), Matera, Sushi Oshino, Shinji, Sommer, Poise, Sushi Kimura and Chef Kang's Cantonese. At the event held at Marina Bay Sands, several special awards given out. The service award was given to Ines Carriere Bega of Odette, while Bella Jankaew from Jaan by Kirk Westaway received the sommelier award. Paul Longworth, chef-owner of Rhubarb, which has been a fixture in the Michelin Guide from the very start, had 'fully expected to be removed from this year's edition', he said. He had already informed Michelin about his plans to make the restaurant 'more relaxed and affordable', as he has found that 'diners want something less formal and more personal'. It is unclear whether the revamp was also a factor in Rhubarb losing its star, but he added: 'If we still want that accolade, we will have to earn it on merit again.' Underneath the glamour and cocktails at the post-awards party, chefs and others in the industry were sanguine about the challenges they faced. The drop in the number of one-star restaurants is a reflection of the times, said Odette's Julien Royer. 'Over the past 12 months or so, the economic situation has been very difficult. But I really feel and hope that the worst is over, and Singapore will shine again.' Sebastien Lepinoy of Les Amis said: 'It's not a situation that is exclusive to Singapore. The same thing is happening all over the world, even in London and New York. It's bad everywhere. We just have to adapt our business and come back fighting.' He's cautiously confident that things will get better soon. 'People are saving money and not spending on luxury, but at the end of the year, they will come back, especially with Formula 1 and other festivities coming up.'
AsiaOne
2 hours ago
- Entertainment
- AsiaOne
Michelin Guide Singapore 2025: Sushi Sakuta promoted to 2 stars, 1 restaurant earns its first star, Lifestyle News
After the announcement of the Michelin Bib Gourmand results on July 17, it's now time for the full selection of the Michelin Guide Singapore 2025, now in its ninth edition. The results were announced at the Michelin Guide ceremony held at Marina Bay Sands on Thursday (July 24). In total, 288 locations are recognised in this year's Michelin Guide, comprising 42 Michelin-starred restaurants (three of which earned three Michelin stars, and seven two Michelin stars), 89 Michelin Bib Gourmand eateries and 157 Michelin Selected establishments. This year, no other restaurant joined Odette, Les Amis and Zen in the three-Michelin-star category. Cloudstreet, Jaan by Kirkwestaway, Meta, Shoukouwa, Saint Pierre and Thevar retained their two Michelin stars. Joining them is Sushi Sakuta, a Japanese omakase specialist that has been promoted from one Michelin star. The establishment was first awarded a one star in 2023. This year, only one establishment earned its first one Michelin star — Omakase @ Stevens. The chef-owner of Omakase @ Stevens, Kazuki Arimoto, is an Osaka native who honed his skills in Tokyo. He also is the recipient of the Young Chef Award, which was presented by BlancPain during the Michelin Guide ceremony. The one-Michelin-star list boasts 32 eateries, including the only hawker stall, Hill Street Tai Hwa Pork Noodle, which has retained its star since 2016, as well as Burnt Ends, Esora, Iggy's, Labyrinth and Waku Ghin. Apart from chef Kazuki from Omakase @ Stevens, Ines Carriere Bega from Odette won the Michelin Guide Service Award and Bella Jankaew from Jaan by Kirk Westaway won the Michelin Guide Sommelier Award. Twenty-six new establishments have made it to the Michelin Selected list for the first time. It is awarded to eateries that have met the criteria set by Michelin inspectors but that don't qualify for a Michelin Bib Gourmand or Michelin Star yet. This includes vegetarian omakase restaurant Ki Su, Taiwanese contemporary restaurant Iru Den, Spanish contemporary restaurant Nomada and Middle Eastern restaurant The Prince. For the Michelin Green Star, which highlights establishments at the forefront of the industry for their sustainable practices and dining experiences, two restaurants have maintained their status — one-Michelin-starred Seroja and Michelin Selected Fiz. A manual count by AsiaOne showed that 10 establishments that were on the 2024 list were not on the 2025 list; these are Art Di Daniele Sperindio, Chef Kang's, Matera, Oshino, Poise, Rhubarb, Shinji, Sommer, Sushi Kimura and Terra. However, there is as yet no official confirmation from Michelin Guide Singapore on this. In 2024, there were 283 Michelin Guide-recommended locations — 51 starred restaurants, 81 Bib Gourmand eateries and 151 Michelin Selected venues. New Michelin Bib Gourmand entrants Last week, Michelin Guide Singapore announced that 89 eateries here were awarded the Michelin Bib Gourmand title. The Bib Gourmand is a rating or recognition given to restaurants and street food stalls that serve value-for-money gourmet experiences in Singapore that cost no more than $45. There were a total of nine new entrants plus two eateries that moved up from the Michelin Selected category. The two entrants that moved up from the Selected category are Boon Tong Kee (Balestier) and Ji Ji Noodle House. As for the nine new additions, there is Kotuwa, Jungle, Lao Fu Zi Fried Kway Teow, Nam Sing Hokkien Fried Mee, To-Ricos Kway chap, Wok Hei Hor Fun, Song Kee Teochew Fish Porridge, Sin Heng Claypot Bak Koot Teh and Kitchenmen Nasi Lemak. [[nid:719302]] melissateo@
What's On
2 days ago
- Business
- What's On
Tezukuri: A new temaki bar by Chef Neha Mishra of Kinoya is coming soon
It's always good news when two powerhouses in the food and beverage industry team up for some food-related quests, and this new pairing featuring some top-tier names comes with the promise of an unmissable dining concept – a temaki bar by Chef Neha Mishra. Neha Mishra, chef, restauranteur, Kinoya, and Panchali Mahendra, CEO of Atelier House Hospitality, bringing to you concepts like 11Woodfire, Gerbou, Mohalla and more, are bringing a brand new concept to the city. Like many great ideas, this one was born on a whim, at Mishra's birthday last year, where a spread of DIY temaki rolls sparked inspiration between the pair. Now, they're turning that spark into a full-fledged concept dedicated to all things temaki. Say hello to Tezukuri – temaki bar and kissa speakeasy, coming soon in Q3, 2025. How it came to be We all know and love Kinoya, having started as a supper club and now making waves not only in Dubai, but also in London, for some of the best, heart-warming, soul-repairing Japanese ramen around town, casually scoring a Bib Gourmand on the Michelin Guide and the third spot on MENA's 5o Best. This will be a name completely independent of that identity, a new brand sharing no resemblance to any of Kinoya's offerings. Set to be all about temaki, the venture will be a new Japanese dining concept, emphasizing temaki and a unique speakeasy bar with a specialised cocktail offering. The menu will feature a diverse selection of temaki, freshly prepared to preserve flavour and texture. The set-up of the venue and the concept will be such that diners will be able interact with chefs during meal preparation, making for a refined, interactive dining experience. When to expect the opening? While we wait eagerly for the exact opening date to be announced, we can pacify ourselves with this information – it's being expected that the opening will be between August and September, explained Mishra in an Instagram post announcing the upcoming collaboration. 'We are excited to introduce this interactive dining concept, which combines culinary artistry with engaging experiences. Tailored to resonate with the city's appetite for innovative Japanese cuisine, doing this with one of the most talented chefs in the city, and my friend, is going to be a fun ride,' said Panchali Mahendra, in an official press statement. 'As a gaijin who has dedicated their life's work to the pursuit of understanding and creating (my own adaptation of) Japanese cuisine, this feels like a natural progression. Other than being a chef, creating concepts and being an operator appeals to me equally — this time from a unique perspective of being a conductor of the orchestra and allowing the craftsmanship to come from the masters. The partnership, experience, and infrastructure that AHH brings give strength and support to our collective vision,' added Neha Mishra about the temaki bar. Stay tuned for all the exciting developments – we know we'll be… @tezukuridubai @astoryoffood, @atelierhousehospitality, @panchalimahendra Images: @neovikram > Sign up for FREE to get exclusive updates that you are interested in
Straits Times
3 days ago
- Business
- Straits Times
Forum: Don't let eateries misuse the Michelin name to promote themselves
The recent release of the Michelin Bib Gourmand selection prompted me to reflect on how some food and beverage operators use the Michelin name in their marketing and publicity ( 11 new entries on Singapore's Bib Gourmand list, including three re-entries at Old Airport Road , July 17). Is there a governing body that regulates the use of the Michelin Guide label in commercial promotion? I have observed that certain establishments continue to promote themselves as Michelin-recognised years after being listed, often without specifying the year. This creates the impression that they are current awardees, which may no longer be the case. What I find more concerning is that some operators claim titles such as 'Singapore's No. 1 Michelin-Rated Best Selling (Dish)' despite having no record of being listed by the Michelin Guide at all. This not only misleads consumers, but also undermines the integrity and prestige of being recognised by the Michelin Guide. Given the weight the Michelin Guide carries among both residents and tourists, I believe there should be greater accountability and clarity in how its name is used. Shouldn't past awardees be required to state the year of the award in their promotional materials? And should there be penalties for those who make false claims? Just as companies cannot misuse official certifications or trademarks (such as halal or ISO marks), businesses should not be allowed to exploit the Michelin brand for marketing gain without proper basis. If left unchecked, such practices dilute the value of genuine accolades and mislead the public who rely on these endorsements when making dining decisions. Top stories Swipe. Select. Stay informed. Singapore Subsidies and grants for some 20,000 people miscalculated due to processing issue: MOH Asia At least 19 killed as Bangladesh air force plane crashes at college campus Singapore ST Explains: What does it mean for etomidate to be listed under the Misuse of Drugs Act? Business Why Singapore and its businesses stand to lose with US tariffs on the region Singapore NTU to have compulsory cadaver dissection classes for medical students from 2026 World US authorities probing passenger jet's close call with B-52 bomber over North Dakota Singapore Jail for man who conspired with another to bribe MOH agency employee with $18k Paris trip Singapore New research institute will grow S'pore's talent in nuclear energy, safety I hope the relevant authorities, in collaboration with the Michelin Guide, will consider introducing clear guidelines or enforcement mechanisms to protect consumers and uphold the credibility of the Michelin distinction. Ray Lim
CNA
6 days ago
- Business
- CNA
CNA938 Rewind - An alternative to the Bib Gourmand list with K.F. Seetoh
Close to 90 Singapore eateries now have Michelin Bib Gourmand distinctions, with over 70 per cent of them made up of hawker and casual eateries. Lance Alexander speaks with heritage street food advocate, commentator and critic K.F. Seetoh, founder of Makansutra.
