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Singapore’s largest annual gastronomic event, the Singapore Food Festival (SFF), returns for its 31st edition this year, from October 1 to 31. Themed ‘A Celebration of Old and New’, this year’s festival spotlights age-old culinary traditions as well as contemporary innovations in our vibrant food scene. Whether you’re a self-professed epicurean or just a casual foodie, you’re in for a treat, with over 20 events in the month-long line-up to pick and choose from. These vary from unique dining experiences hosted at top restaurants, to public pop-up events across the island.  Here’s what to look forward to at this year’s Singapore Food Festival. Signature Events Three large-scale experiences form the core of this year’s SFF offerings. These will be held in iconic locations across Singapore and offer a spectacle both for the eyes and the palate.  On October 10, Marquee Singapore will be hosting Future Food – a high-energy event blending electrifying entertainment with futuristic culinary techniques. Headlining the event is Chef Zor Tan of Restaurant Born as well as several other surprise chefs. Next up, guests will have the chance to dine in the beautiful Chijmes hall as part of The Long Table dining experience on October 17 and 18. The four-course lunch and six-course dinner menus are crafted by prominent personalities like MasterChef Singapore judge and owner of Rempapa Damian D’Silva, Chef Marvas Ng of Path, and award-winning pastry chef Cheryl Koh.  And on October

Your walk through the serene Spottiswoode Park is about to get even more inspiring. Here, the Singapore Art Museum (SAM) unveils Rattan Eco Sprawl: Manifesting the Forest, a stunning new installation by local artist Zen Teh. This piece is part of Port/raits of Tanjong Pagar, a vibrant art trail from The Everyday Museum that brings artistic perspectives into everyday spaces in the neighborhood. Marvel at the intricate rattan designs inspired by nature, from majestic mountains to the sacred forms of Angkor Wat. Don’t miss the launch on October 6, where Zen shares her journey and process in a special talk, plus a film screening. Here's also your chance to learn weaving techniques from rattan artisans.

Dust off those costumes for a trick-or-treat adventure around Opera Estate. That's right – the walk features pit stops at participating houses dishing out sweet treats – or maybe even a scary surprise or two. Though there's no promise you'll escape a jump scare, you're definitely in for a wickedly fun time. The adventure kicks off at 5.30pm from Opera Estate Football Field. It’s free for all, but don’t forget to register to assist with planning for the spooky stops. Keep an eye out for premium tickets, which come with goodie bags, snacks, and access to exclusive games at the starting point.

Dust off those costumes for a trick-or-treat adventure around Opera Estate. That's right – the walk features pit stops at participating houses dishing out sweet treats – or maybe even a scary surprise or two. Though there's no promise you'll escape a jump scare, you're definitely in for a wickedly fun time. The adventure kicks off at 5.30pm from Opera Estate Football Field. It’s free for all, but don’t forget to register to assist with planning for the spooky stops. Keep an eye out for premium tickets, which come with goodie bags, snacks, and access to exclusive games at the starting point.

Stretch those limbs for a Monster Mash at Watten Estate. This free zombie-themed trick-or-treat session promises to be a Thriller of an event. Look out for over-the-top house decorations – think skeletons and cobwebs dangling off gates and ledges – and generous homeowners handing out candy to fill those pumpkins. From 4pm, it's all about the little ghouls, keeping things PG for some family-friendly fun. But beware – when the sun sets, fright night officially begins, and things get a lot creepier. You’ve been warned.