The Singapore Food Festival (SFF) is back, offering a vibrant culinary experience from 1 to 31 October 2024. This year’s festival, themed “A Celebration of Old and New,” seamlessly blends Singapore’s rich culinary heritage with cutting-edge innovations. With over 20 events spanning the entire month, SFF 2024 promises an unforgettable gastronomic journey that honors tradition while embracing the future.
From grand theatrical spectacles at iconic venues to intimate dining experiences at the city’s top restaurants, and lively public pop-up events, SFF 2024 has something for every food lover. Whether you’re passionate about traditional dishes, contemporary cuisine, or the latest food trends, this year’s festival offers a culinary adventure like no other.
Signature Events: The Heartbeat of SFF 2024
The festival’s Signature Events are its main attractions, bringing Singapore’s culinary scene to life. Three large-scale, immersive experiences will be held at iconic venues, offering a feast for both the eyes and the palate.
Future Food (10 October 2024)
Held at MARQUEE Singapore, this event transports guests into the world of tomorrow, where culinary innovation meets high-energy entertainment. Expect futuristic techniques and cutting-edge mixology from top chefs like Zor Tan, Hafizzul Hashim, and Emmanuel Stroobant, challenging the traditional dining experience.
The Long Table (17 and 18 October 2024)
Experience elegant long-table dining at CHIJMES Hall, a beautifully historic venue. Guests can indulge in a four-course lunch or a six-course dinner crafted by Damian D’Silva, Marvas Ng, and Cheryl Koh, all while enjoying live ballet performances amidst stunning decor.
Food is Art (19 October 2024)
At Digital Light Canvas by teamLab, Marina Bay Sands, this event merges food and art in a gallery-style exhibition. Discover installations that blur the lines between culinary and artistic expression, like Janice Wong’s intricate chocolate sculptures, and explore thought-provoking displays on the relationship between plants and music.
Unique Events: Intimate Culinary Explorations
Unique Events offer a more personal experience, hosted in some of Singapore’s most renowned restaurants and bars. Each event showcases culinary creativity paired with immersive storytelling.
- Path: A journey through the rich cultural heritage of a Chinese teahouse.
- LeVeL33: Where sustainability meets culinary artistry.
- Yantra: A special menu celebrating the cultural ties between Singapore and India.
- Harummanis: Immerse yourself in the heritage of Singaporean Malay cuisine.
- Firangi Superstar: An interactive storytelling and modern Indian cuisine experience.
- Cenzo: A celebration of Australian, Italian, and Singaporean cultures.
- Jiak Kim House: A fusion of Southeast Asian spices with Western cuisine.
- Neon Pigeon: An evening of world-class food bites, cocktails, and performances.
- The Villa: Cultural elegance within the lush Singapore Botanic Gardens.
- ATLAS: A night of spooky fun with live DJ sets, performances, and cocktails paired with bites celebrating Singaporean flavors.
Pop-Up Events: Bringing the Festival to the People
SFF 2024’s Pop-Up Events bring the excitement to various locations across Singapore, including Digital Light Canvas by teamLab, Marina Bay Sands, and select CapitaLand Malls. These family-friendly showcases offer bite-sized gourmet samples from top chefs, ensuring that everyone can partake in the festival’s fun and flavors.
Meet the Ambassadors: The Faces of SFF 2024
This year, SFF introduces a team of ambassadors who embody the festival’s core pillars: Heritage, Contemporary, and Innovation.
- Damian D’Silva (Heritage): A custodian of Singapore’s culinary traditions, Chef D’Silva honors and preserves the multi-ethnic cuisines that define Singapore.
- Akmal Anuar (Contemporary): Chef Anuar represents the marriage of cultures in contemporary Singaporean dining, with a flair for innovation and reinvention.
- Janice Wong (Innovation): A pioneer in culinary innovation, Chef Wong transforms food into art, pushing the boundaries of dessert and confectionery.
Celebrating Collaboration: Valued Partners
SFF 2024 is made possible with the support of official partners, including lifestyle rewards partner KrisFlyer, innovative kitchen partner MIELE, beer partner Asia Pacific Breweries Singapore, and produce partner Octave. Their contributions are instrumental in bringing the festival to life and ensuring its global appeal.
