Tuesday, October 07 - 2008

Singapore Food Festival kicks off

Middle East food enthusiasts are heading to the Singapore Food Festival, a month-long gastronomic extravaganza which kicks off tomorrow in the island-nation with a series of exciting events.



Chinatown food street.
Chinatown food street.

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Taking place July 4-27, the Singapore Food Festival has become one of the most highly anticipated events festivals during the peak summer travel season aimed at attracting Middle East visitors.

'The Singapore Food Festival is an ideal time for tourists from the region to come share in our nationwide passion for food and experience the tantalizing cuisine that Singapore is renowned for,' said Jason Ong, Area Director, Middle East and Africa, Singapore Tourism Board.

A unique programme of activities and events are lined up for the summer extravaganza, which will take visitors on a culinary journey of the city-state's rich blend of Malay, Indian and Chinese-influenced cuisine.

Culinary workshops and cooking classes will also be available at various venues across Singapore during the festival, giving aspiring chefs a chance to create some of their favorite Singaporean dishes.

Commonly referred to as the 'Food Capital of Asia', Singapore has become one of the world's leading gastronomic destinations due to the wide availability of fresh foods and an eclectic mix of spices and ingredients from around the globe.




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For more information on the Food Festival, please visit www.singaporefoodfestival.com

About Singapore Tourism Board

The Singapore Tourism Board (STB) is an economic development agency for one of Singapore's key service sectors - tourism. The mission of the Board is to develop and champion tourism, so as to build the sector into a key driver of economic growth for Singapore. The STB also differentiates and markets Singapore as a must-visit destination, offering enriching experiences through the 'Uniquely Singapore' branding.
Anne-Birte Stensgaard Posted by Anne-Birte Stensgaard, Senior News Editor
Thursday, July 03 - 2008 at 11:33 UAE local time (GMT+4)

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