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“I thought it was going to be easy”: This psych major pivoted to sell Mexican fusion in KL
“I was always a bit worried if I were to get interviewed about my past because I don't have that typical chef childhood where they had their grandparents/parents inspire and teach them about food.” But what Calle Taco founder Ryan Chung lacks in inspiring childhood stories, he makes up for in his lived experiences and challenges, which he candidly shared with Vulcan Post. Like many of us, he didn’t know what he wanted to do after SPM, and so took the “generic” route of choosing between studying Psychology or Business. Ironically, though he chose Psychology, the entrepreneurial bug bit him...
Published: June 13, 2025 - 6:59 amTwo more Holland Village food icons to close in 2025 as area loses popularity among S’poreans
Crystal Jade La Mian Xiao Long Bao Holland Village, and Wala Wala Cafe Bar—longtime tenants at Holland Village, have announced plans to close this year, after operating for two decades and over 30 years respectively. Crystal Jade, the parent company of Crystal Jade La Mian Xiao Long Bao Holland Village, hinted at the closure in a promotion page, advertising a "Farewell Feast" at the outlet offering discounts of up to 30%. A Crystal Jade spokesperson told CNA Lifestyle on Friday (June 13) that Crystal Jade La Mian Xiao Long Bao Holland Village will cease operations on June 30 after its...Published: June 13, 2025 - 5:21 amPushing boundaries: This S’porean cafe serves up drinks that look like science experiments
As one of the people behind Common Man Coffee Roasters with 18 years of experience in F&B under her belt, one might think that Daphne Phee would be sick of coffee. Turns out she can't get enough, and believes that there's space for a "fourth wave" coffee culture—one that combines "speciality coffee craftsmanship with culinary innovation, new techniques and multi-sensory experiences." A lot of big words there, but what does it mean? Daphne's answer lies in Big Short Coffee. Seven coffees that change with the seasons Big Short Coffee isn't just your average café serving classic espressos and lattes; it...
Published: June 13, 2025 - 1:40 amToo many M’sian picklers are bottlenecked in tournaments, this upcoming hub aims to fix that
[Written in partnership with Picklefox, but the editorial team had full control over the content.] There’s no doubt that pickleball has taken Malaysia by storm. We see courts popping up at every corner. Enthusiasts are complaining about certain courts being booked up days, if not weeks, in advance. Big corporations are trying to cash in on the hype. One business that has been contributing and catering to this demand is Picklefox, a one-stop shop for all things pickleball. Aligning with their vision to be the go-to name for pickleball enthusiasts, they’ve announced the launch of their dedicated pro facility, Mothership,...
Published: June 12, 2025 - 8:48 amJapanese ramen chain Kanada-Ya bids sayonara to Singapore as it closes all three outlets
Japanese ramen chain Kanada-Ya has closed all three outlets in Singapore, following continued financial losses, The Straits Times reported today (June 12). The announcement follows its parent company, Aspen Group, revealing plans to wind up the business in a bourse filing to the Singapore Exchange on June 11. The document stated that the company will place Kamada-Ya SG and its wholly owned subsidiary Kanada-Ya Restaurants under creditors’ voluntary liquidation, as both entities are no longer able to meet their financial obligations. “The challenging conditions of Singapore’s food and beverage sector, including elevated operating costs and soft consumer spending patterns, have negatively...
Published: June 12, 2025 - 7:46 amFrom RGB to candy: Razer’s next power-up is edible sweets made for gamers
Gaming giant Razer has announced an official collaboration with food company Mars, which will elevate their partnership line, Respawn, to new heights with an assortment of new products in the future on June 9, 2025. Co-founded by Singaporean entrepreneur Min-Liang Tan, Razer initially created the Respawn snack line as an April Fool's prank before officially launching it as a range of flavoured drinks. Subsequently, Razer collaborated with American firm Mars, launching gum and mints under the Respawn name. The current products are available in a variety of "bold flavours" such as Blackberry Vanilla and Mango Habanero mints, as well as...Published: June 12, 2025 - 6:31 amPopular S’porean bakery chain PrimaDeli gets bought over by Neo Group for undisclosed sum
Singaporean catering company Neo Group has brought over the operations of local bakery chain PrimaDeli for an undisclosed sum, The Business Times reported on June 10, 2025. PrimaDeli will be fully managed by Neo Group Bakery, a new entity within Neo Group formed to handle the group’s bakery-related businesses. PrimaDeli will maintain its current branding across its outlets, while Neo Group Bakery will retain all existing employees. Neo Group Bakery announced that it will seek more strategic partners and franchisees to expand the PrimaDeli brand, while continuing to support its existing franchisee partnerships. "A new era of growth and innovation"...
Published: June 12, 2025 - 4:09 amS$170,000 is the average annual pay of a software engineer in Singapore. Which roles pay best?
Disclaimer: Any opinions expressed below belong solely to the author. Data comes from Ministry of Manpower as well as surveys conducted by CBRE and Michael Page. Despite the fears of continuing layoffs in the tech sector and the warnings about the potential impact of AI on computer science graduates, the situation for tech talent in Singapore remains very good. Perhaps due to its small size and key role as a major business hub in Asia, the local market is still reporting shortages of qualified tech workers. According to the latest job vacancy report by the Ministry of Manpower, IT sector...
Published: June 12, 2025 - 2:13 amThis M’sian data scientist is putting his own spin on craft colas with his soda business
Growing up in a Japanese-Malaysian family, Kenji always experienced quite an interesting mash-up of cultures as a child. “Breakfast could be natto and rice, dinner might be steamed egg with soy sauce chicken, and supper—obviously—nasi kandar,” he shared. “That mix definitely shaped how I see the world.” Little did he know then that this blend of cultures would foreshadow his future endeavours. Kenji went on to study mechanical engineering in California, and now works as a data scientist. You might be wondering—what does this have to do with blending cultures? Well, when Kenji isn’t busy with being a data scientist,...
Published: June 11, 2025 - 3:04 amHooked by blind boxes: Why Singaporeans can’t get enough of Pop Mart
When I went to McDonald's as a child, the Happy Meal was a highlight, not just for the nuggets, but for the surprise toy inside. The thrill of not knowing what I’d get—and the hope of scoring the one I really wanted—felt like winning the lottery. Two decades on, that same "lucky draw" excitement has been reinvented for adults through Pop Mart blind boxes, which are now selling like hotcakes around the world. From a struggling business to a global toy giant For those unfamiliar, Pop Mart is a Chinese company that began in 2010 as a variety store selling...
Published: June 11, 2025 - 2:06 am
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