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Nearly half in Japan support plan to cut tax on food, survey shows
A Jiji Press survey found that nearly half of respondents support the government's plan to cut the consumption tax on food items to virtually zero. The opposition Democratic Party for the People is negative about the plan, but more than half of respondents who said they s…
¥6,000 for shaved ice: Is luxury ‘kakigōri’ worth it?
In Japan, luxury shaved ice, or kakigōri, is becoming a pricey treat worth ¥6,000. This dessert, once a cheap summer treat, now features high-end fillings and toppings.
Inc42 and Rukam Capital have unveiled the cohort of 14 D2C brands selected for the first edition of the D2CX Runway accelerator programme. The seven-week accelerator brought together D2C brands across sectors including fashion, food and beverages, babycare, jewellery and …
Pantler, a popular Japanese-French dessert patisserie in River Valley, will close on Aug 30 unless a successor is found to continue the business. Co-founder Matthias Phua cited rising costs and a tough environment as reasons for closing and hopes an operator or entreprene…
Japanese businesses brace for tax cut
Japanese businesses are rushing to cope with a consumption tax cut on food from 8% to 1% that will be implemented for two years from next April. Restaurant operators are poised to expand take-home meals, such as bento boxed meals and other precooked dishes, to cope with a…
Fika Swedish Cafe And Bistro in Arab Street will close on Aug. 14. The restaurant announced its impending closure on social media on Aug. 4. It is turning 17 this week.
Takaichi's Cabinet Approves Consumption Tax Cut on Food
Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's Cabinet approved a plan to drop the food consumption tax from 8% to 1% for a two-year period. However, this move has created a rift within the Liberal Democratic Party, with several senior members openly criticizing the plan.
Fika Swedish Cafe And Bistro, a popular eatery on Arab Street, will close its doors on August 14. The cafe announced the news on its social media page, thanking customers for their support over the years.
A survey of 2,000 British parents found they are spending £50 a kid on ice-cream over the six-week summer holidays this year. The average cost of a 99 is £2.65, but some vendors are charging £7 for one scoop with a flake.
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Purple Carrot's meal kits offer a unique blend of flavors and ingredients, with a focus on plant-based and vegan options. The company's recipes are designed to be easy to follow and require minimal cooking skills, making it a great option for those looking to try new reci…
This children’s cafeteria in Shikoku serves up free meals and global perspectives
A children’s cafeteria in Matsuyama, Ehime Prefecture, serves free meals and promotes global perspectives through food. The cafeteria is run by a team of cooks who prepare meals ahead of busy dinner services.
A sushi rice pocket by any other name
A Korean dish, yubuchobap, is similar to Japan's inari-zushi, a sushi rice pocket. The Korean name combines words for fried tofu, vinegar, and rice, while the Japanese name references the god of rice and agriculture.
The prices of burgers and fast food have risen sharply, but farmers and food producers say they are not earning more. The rising cost of beef, bread buns, and bagged salad has been labelled 'burgerflation'.
Greggs, the UK's biggest fast food business, has seen a 7.2% rise in sales to £1.1bn for the first six months of the year, driven by the opening of 34 new stores and a wave of price rises on key items.
Chef Denis Lucchi is opening a new Italian restaurant, Assaggi, in Neil Road. The restaurant will offer tasting menus with a focus on seasonal ingredients and technique. Menus start at S$58 for a three-course lunch.
George Monbiot's article on industrial poultry farming harming rivers is disputed by British Poultry Council's Richard Griffiths and NFU Poultry Board's Will Raw, who argue that their farms operate responsibly and have permits issued by the Environment Agency.
The Michelin Guide Singapore has released its 2026 Bib Gourmand Selection, featuring 97 eateries across the city-state. This year's edition includes 10 new additions and 17 that have retained their Bib Gourmand distinction across all 10 editions.
What to eat at noon: In Kinshasa, malewa, these street restaurants that feed the city [2/5]
Malewa are popular, affordable street restaurants in Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of Congo, offering local dishes for lunch to hundreds of daily customers like Maman Mireille's stall.
Industrial chicken farming is accelerating the spread of the world's most common bacterial cause of diarrhoea, scientists have found. The study found a dramatic increase in the exchange of campylobacter strains between wild birds and chickens as farming has intensified.
Cracker Barrel CEO Julie Masino is stepping down after the company faced backlash over its modernized logo, which was seen as 'woke' and 'soulless' by some. The company will revert back to its old logo.
P.F. Chang’s has promoted Patrick Benson to Director of Marketing Communications, a newly established leadership role that marks the launch of the brand’s dedicated Marketing Communications function. Benson will lead the newly established Marketing Communications departme…
Eel draws long lines on Day of Ox despite scorching heat in Tokyo
Long lines formed at kabayaki grilled eel stores and restaurants across Tokyo on Sunday, this year's Day of the Ox, with the popular delicacy attracting customers despite scorching temperatures.
A symbol of summer, this Japanese dessert brings sweet relief
Originally created as a sweeter improvement on existing traditional Japanese confectioneries, 'anmitsu' has since become a symbol for the arrival of scorching summer days. Born in 1930 in the early days of the Showa Era, the dessert was created by Hanjiro Mori, second-gen…
Electrolyte powders and drinks have become a popular trend in the wellness industry, but are they necessary for everyone? The article discusses the benefits and drawbacks of electrolyte supplements and provides guidance on when they are actually worth buying.
The federal government has decided to import one million tonnes of wheat following extensive deliberations, in what marks the first official acknowledgment of a supply-demand gap in the country’s staple grain market. The decision comes against a backdrop of steadily risin…
A heatwave in June has destroyed an estimated €2bn worth of crops in Europe, sparking concerns about food prices. The continent's grain farmers have lost 9m tonnes of crops, with the UK, France, Hungary, and Spain being the hardest hit.
Hacker group RansomHouse claims responsibility for cyberattack on Nichirei
A cyberattack on Japanese frozen-food and logistics company Nichirei has caused disruptions to shipments and deliveries of frozen-food products. Hacker group RansomHouse has claimed responsibility for the attack.
As gang violence expands, Haiti's humanitarian crisis worsens
Gang violence in Haiti has led to a humanitarian crisis, with nearly 6.4 million people in need of aid and 1.5 million displaced. The violence has disrupted food supply chains, leaving 5.8 million people without enough to eat.
Nichirei to fully resume operations as early as next week
Japanese frozen food maker Nichirei has said it is preparing to fully resume operations as early as next week following a cyberattack earlier this week. The company on Friday partially restarted operations at refrigerated warehouses and food factories, by accepting limite…
The owner of Ribena is investing £200,000 in helping blackcurrant bushes withstand stress after extreme weather put a squeeze on this year's UK harvest. The harvest is expected to be about 10% below the average of 10,000 tonnes.