Singapore’s dining scene is in the middle of a quiet but significant shift. Conversations about what’s actually in the cooking oil — not just which cuisines are trending — are moving from niche nutrition forums into mainstream dining decisions. At 8 Korean BBQ, Singapore’s only Korean BBQ restaurant that is 100% seed oil-free, this conversation … Read more
The Rise of Seed Oil Free Cooking in Singapore’s Food Scene If you’ve been paying attention to health and wellness trends, you’ve probably heard the debate about seed oils. What was once considered a dietary staple has become increasingly controversial among health-conscious consumers. In Singapore, a growing number of diners are actively seeking out restaurants … Read more
Korean BBQ Birthday Singapore: The Ultimate Group Dining Experience Planning a birthday celebration in Singapore? If you’re looking for a dining experience that’s interactive, memorable, and perfect for groups, Korean BBQ is your answer. There’s something uniquely special about gathering around a bubbling grill with friends and family, cooking your own meat to perfection while … Read more
K-pop fever is sweeping Singapore in 2026. 8 Korean BBQ at Clarke Quay serves authentic, seed-oil-free Korean BBQ that matches the cultural moment.
Jet fuel prices are surging. Airlines are cutting forecasts, raising fares, and quietly adjusting their outlooks downward. If you’ve tried to book a flight recently, you’ve felt it. The reason is crude oil — and the cost of energy has been rippling through every industry, including food. But there’s a part of the oil story … Read more
Indonesia is considering banning social media for anyone under 16. Australia already moved in that direction last year. Singapore has been watching, debating, and — if the number of think-pieces is any indication — quietly anxious about the same question: what are screens doing to us, and what do we lose when every moment has … Read more
When we first opened 8 Korean BBQ at The Central in Clarke Quay, we had a simple mission: bring authentic Korean BBQ to Singapore without compromising on health or quality. That was our flagship, our home base, and honestly, our testing ground for everything we believed in. That mission hasn’t wavered — and it’s only … Read more
The seed oil conversation has moved well beyond wellness podcasts and Reddit rabbit holes. It is now showing up in Singapore’s restaurant scene, on menus, and increasingly in the questions diners ask before they sit down. At 8 Korean BBQ — with restaurants at Clarke Quay and The Central, strategically positioned near Bugis MRT — … Read more
Anyone who has attempted Korean BBQ from scratch at home knows the reality: it’s a labour of love. Sourcing quality cuts, preparing marinades the night before, slicing vegetables for banchan, cooking rice — by the time the grill is hot, you’ve already spent two hours in the kitchen. There’s a better way. 8 Korean BBQ’s … Read more
Korean cuisine is far richer and more varied than BBQ alone. While marinated galbi and sizzling pork belly rightly get the spotlight, Korean comfort food — the stews, noodles, rice cakes and steamed dishes that fill Korean home kitchens — is increasingly beloved by Singapore food lovers. And now, more of it is available for … Read more
