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MUSASHI JAPAN opens first overseas store in Paris
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TAIMATSU Inc. opened MUSASHI JAPAN’s first overseas retail store in Paris on March 20, 2026, marking the Japanese kitchen knife brand’s expansion beyond Japan.
Sake Meguri 2026 returns to Singapore with 200-plus sake labels
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Sake.sg is bringing Sake Meguri 2026 back to Singapore on July 24-25 with more than 200 premium sake labels, 20-plus master brewers and three tasting sessions at Sands Expo & Convention Centre.
Top 5 Candy Packaging Machine Manufacturers in China
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Chinese suppliers are drawing global buyers with lower equipment costs, customization, and export support as demand rises for automated candy packaging.
Dr Benjamin Yip leads stomach cancer awareness session for Dow Chemical Pacific employees
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Dr Benjamin Yip spoke at a Singapore Cancer Society workplace health session for Dow Chemical Pacific, reaching nearly 110 employees with guidance on stomach cancer warning signs, risk factors and prevention.
Piperine-enhanced beverage market seen reaching $1.99 billion by 2030
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The global market for piperine-enhanced beverages is forecast to grow from $1.19 billion in 2025 to $1.99 billion by 2030, driven by demand for functional drinks, natural ingredients and nutrient absorption benefits.
Five Chinese decorative lighting makers to watch in 2026
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China remains a major source of decorative lighting for hotels and commercial projects in 2026, with buyers weighing engineering support, customization and compliance alongside price.
SIGEP Asia and Restaurant Asia open in Singapore with AI push and global competitions
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SIGEP Asia 2026 and Restaurant Asia 2026 opened July 17 at Sands Expo & Convention Centre in Singapore, uniting the region’s foodservice, hospitality and HoReCa sectors for three days of competitions, technology showcases and business networking….
Creative Eateries spans 13 brands across Singapore after 30 years
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Creative Eateries is marking more than three decades in Singapore with 13 restaurant brands and two catering arms under actor Andie Chen and his brothers.
Top 5 Coffee Packaging Machine Makers in China
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Coffee brands and contract packers are increasingly sourcing packaging automation from China as demand grows for flexible, accurate and scalable coffee lines.
Marin Sake Imports to distribute JuJu Labs wines and sakes in the US and Japan
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Marin Sake Imports and JuJu Labs have formed a strategic partnership that makes Marin Sake the exclusive master distributor for Next World Wines and Next World Sakes in U.S. retail, with market development in Japan.
Limited-service restaurant market seen hitting $1.52 trillion by 2035
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The global limited-service restaurant market is projected to grow from $823.96 billion in 2024 to $1,518.01 billion by 2035, driven by convenience, digital ordering and changing consumer habits.
Robert Lawrence Vancouver spotlights ARC Restaurant at Fairmont Waterfront
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Food writer Robert Lawrence Vancouver published a new review of ARC Restaurant in Vancouver’s Fairmont Waterfront, praising its Canadian cuisine, hospitality and waterfront setting.
Recruiting for Good launches Brentwood Social Club LA with luxury referral perks
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Recruiting for Good, a Santa Monica staffing agency, is using its referral program to fund mentorship work for girls in Los Angeles while offering professionals three-year luxury perks and club access.
Design West Hollywood returns Sept. 29 with a focus on creative innovation
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Visit West Hollywood is bringing back Design West Hollywood from Sept. 29-Oct. 1, 2026, in the West Hollywood Design District, using the three-day event to spotlight the city’s architecture, interiors and creative culture.
Demeterherb showcases natural food colors at Vitafoods Asia
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Xi’an Demeter Biotech Co., Ltd., known as Demeterherb, highlighted its natural food color and botanical extract portfolio at Vitafoods Asia as brands shift away from synthetic dyes.
Thailand tourism feels pressure from global uncertainty
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Tourism operators in Thailand, especially in Chiang Mai, are seeing shorter booking windows and softer demand as geopolitical tensions, economic worries and rising travel costs shape visitor behavior in 2026. The shift is raising pressure on…
Vietnam luxury cruise brands break into Asia’s top 6
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Heritage Cruises Vietnam and Emperor Cruises Ha Long ranked among the Top 6 best river cruises in Travel + Leisure Luxury Awards Asia Pacific 2026, marking a jump from 2025 and signaling Vietnam’s rise in luxury cruise tourism.
Five bakery oven makers in China to watch in 2026
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Demand for commercial bakery ovens is rising as bakeries and foodservice operators look for more efficient, automated and higher-capacity equipment.
China’s Top 5 Packaging Machine Manufacturers for Global Buyers
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China’s packaging machinery makers are competing for global orders with flexible OEM builds, faster delivery and export-ready support.
Veterinary gastrointestinal diets market seen hitting $2.49 billion by 2030
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The veterinary gastrointestinal diets market reached $1.73 billion in 2025 and is projected to rise to $2.49 billion by 2030, driven by pet adoption, premium nutrition demand and growing focus on digestive health.
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