Get a taste of different cultures through exciting feasts at these events.
Asia is known for offering a vast variety of flavors, with each country taking pride in their own unique food dishes.
Make the most out of your next trip with good food and drinks at these exciting festivals across the continent.
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Hong Kong Wine & Dine Festival
The annual Hong Kong Wine & Dine Festival is happening from October 23 to 27. The five-day event will take place at the Central Harbourfront Event Space along the scenic Victoria Harbour.
The festival promises a gastronomic experience, featuring quality drinks and delectable food with over 300 booths.
Wine lovers can take their pick in a selection from over 30 countries and regions. There will also be new gins and whisky zones, Cantonese-inspired cocktails from Kinsman, and tea-infused creations from Tell Camellia.
The food booths include Michelin-starred dishes found in zones like “Culinary Stars” and “Hotel Delicious.” Award-winning restaurants such as Hong Kong Cuisine 1983, Ăn Chơi, and Fisholic will also be showcasing their specialties.
Over at the Tasting Theatre, star chefs and sommeliers will be leading culinary and wine workshops. Then head over to Harbour Lounge to sip on cocktails crafted by top international mixologists.
On October 26 and 27, the festival will celebrate the Halloween weekend, inviting guests to come over in their best costumes to earn tokens. There will also be Halloween-themed roving performances and live music to celebrate the spooky holiday.
Singapore Food Festival
This year’s Singapore Food Festival is taking place during the whole month of October. Festival-goers can experience a range of culinary events, from the large-scale to the boutique, that are uniquely Singaporean.
On October 12, Neon Pigeon is hosting “Singapore After Dark,” featuring world-class food bites by Head Chef Sean Mell and cocktails by Mario la Pietra. Taking place on the same day, Jiak Kim House’s Chef Seow Tzi Qin will demonstrate the balance of traditional Chinese flavors and modern culinary techniques.
Chef Ryan Nile Choo’s intriguing and indulgent four-course menu is the highlight of the “Cabaret Soirée” at Marcy’s on October 15. The event will also feature live performances described as a modern nod to the city’s cabaret past.
Then on October 25, step into the lush Singapore Botanic Gardens for The Halia’s “A Botanical Symphony.” The event celebrates the significance of the gardens as a UNESCO World Heritage Site through a menu that reflects Singapore’s culinary traditions and the vibrant flora of the gardens.
Celebrate Halloween on October 26 at SFF x ATLAS Chronicles. The spooktacular night will feature a live DJ, performances, and a range of delicious food bites. ATLAS’ own Yana Keller will be crafting her award-winning cocktails along with new special creations.
The Singapore Food Festival has many more events prepared throughout the month, so see which ones will tickle your taste buds.
Malaysia’s KITA Food Festival
Last September, the KITA Food Festival made a comeback in Kuala Lumpur, gathering the biggest names in the culinary scene from across the region.
Over the week, some of the finest chefs participated in kitchen takeovers and four-hand dinners. They also collaborated with local restaurants like Yellow Fin Horse, Raw, Fifty Tales, Akar Dining, Potager, Entier, and HIDE.
The food festival will return for a weekend, on November 8-10, this time in Kota Kinabalu, Sabah. On the 8th, the best bartenders in the city will come together for “Sunset Sips: A Cocktail Soirée,” creating drinks infused with exotic herbs and endemic fruits from Sabah.
The next day, the restaurant series will begin with a brunch cooked by chefs Ray Adriansyah and Linn Yong. The event will take place at Yong’s Limau & Linen and will feature the very best from Sabah’s farmers, fishermen, and agricultural artisans.
Later in the day, chefs Aidan Low and Raphael Peter Lee will be teaming up for a four-hands dinner at Oitom. Both chefs specialize in “New Asian” cuisine, turning the native flora and fauna of these lands into a unique culinary culture.
The last day will see a series of keynote speeches, fireside chats, and panel discussions called Kita Conversations. Experts in the field will be focusing on trends, obstacles, and opportunities in the F&B industry.
Lastly, the festival will wrap up with a Big Sunday Barbecue at Shangri-La Tanjung Aru’s picturesque beachfront. Three teams of two chefs will be working on innovative barbecue dishes as guests enjoy the casual atmosphere.
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