epicure

epicure is a gourmet lifestyle magazine designed for bon vivants who share the belief that food is the ultimate universal language. We are on an enthusiastic quest to seek out the latest dining trends, sniff out remarkable wine vintages, and uncover the dynamics and intricacies of the local and international culinary scene.

epicure • AUGUST 2026

The Neighbourhood Table

Local Provenance Meets a Global Outlook • From progressive Indonesian cuisine high above Jimbaran Bay to Peruvian flavours by the water’s edge, Raffles Bali looks close to home and across the Pacific for its distinctive culinary identity.

Guardians of Tradition • From a kampung kitchen in Negeri Sembilan to a home kitchen in Kuala Lumpur, two Malaysian women chefs are making sure their heritage cuisine doesn’t disappear.

The Healing Bowl • From herbal broths steeped in hanbang tradition to versions enriched with black garlic, collagen and truffle, samgyetang is being recast for a new generation of Singapore diners.

The Grass is Greener • A New Zealand farmer walks us through what it’s really like to raise cattle responsibly, from paddock to plate.

Where the Sea Meets the Vine • From oyster beds shaped by Atlantic tides to vineyards perfected over generations, discover how two of Europe’s most celebrated delicacies embody sustainable luxury — and experience them first-hand at Seafood Expo Asia 2026.

Carving Out Consistency • For Executive Chef Andy Chen of Lawry’s The Prime Rib Singapore, consistency is key when it comes to delivering an experience that keeps diners returning

A Taste of Spain—in Vietnam • A good kitchen doesn’t need a shared language, as shown at the inaugural Spanish Pantry Festival at Regent Phu Quoc.

England’s Fizzy Little Secret • English sparkling wine exists, and Champagne is paying close attention. A Master of Wine, and three of Singapore’s more discerning sommeliers think it is high time more wine lovers knew about it.

The New Night Shift • Singapore’s newest bars are giving drinkers plenty of reasons to stay out late, from heritage-inspired cocktails and martinis by the dozen to rooftop pours, and speakeasy-style drinking dens.

A Taste of the Hutong • Mandarin Oriental Qianmen, Beijing presents a layered taste of Chinese tradition through refined Cantonese and Chaozhou cuisine at Yan Garden to modern mixology at TIAO and immersive tea experiences.

High Life, City Pulse • One is a serene retreat in the upper reaches of Merdeka 118; the other a lively newcomer in the TRX district. Together, they show how the city’s luxury hotel scene is evolving.

One Street Wonder • A lesser-known street in Bangsar, Kuala Lumpur has established itself as an insider foodie destination. Welcome to Jalan Kemuja.

Roots and Reinvention • Centuries of migration have shaped the streets and kitchens of Kuala Lumpur’s Chinatown and Manila’s Binondo. Today, old recipes and family businesses endure alongside a new wave of cafés, restaurants and bars breathing fresh life into these historic neighbourhoods.

Bangkok on the Menu • There are plenty of reasons to linger at The Ritz-Carlton, Bangkok — from Duet’s seasonal French cuisine to imaginative cocktails at Caleō.

A Well-Kep Secret • Once a premier beach destination for wealthy French and Cambodian elites, the coastal town of Kep is seeing a slow but sure revival, centred on culture and a burgeoning culinary scene.

A Taste of a Thousand Terrains • Even if you’re already fluent in ceviche and Pisco sours, Peru still holds plenty of surprises up its colourful sleeve.

Where the Day Lingers • Between Lourmarin’s village markets, Avignon’s medieval grandeur, and Nice’s Riviera ease, southern France invites travellers to trade itinerary-chasing for the art of...