Welcome to 2025’s last edition of “Food for Thought”!

Big changes are coming to the F&B industry. Coffee shops are set to increase service charges during Chinese New Year—will your customers accept it? Meanwhile, the food enzymes market is booming, but is it worth the investment? A potential sugar ban could change how eateries operate, and Malaysia’s restaurant worker crisis raises urgent hiring concerns. Plus, the sushi market is rising—what does this mean for you? Stay ahead of everyone—keep reading!

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TRENDING NEWS!

• Coffee Shops to Hike Service Charge by 15% During Chinese New Year
  Malaysian coffee shop owners will raise their service charge to 15% on Jan 29-30, up from the usual 10%, to compensate staff working during the festive period. While notices have been issued, concerns over the legality of such surcharges remain. Will diners accept the hike? Click here to read more.
  
  
• Food Enzymes Industry Set for a Major Boost. Should you invest in food enzymes?
  The global food enzymes market is projected to grow by USD 1.04 billion from 2025 to 2029, a CAGR of 6.4%. Demand is driven by the beverage industry, while innovation fuels market expansion. However, competition from substitutes presents challenges. Leading players like DuPont and Novozymes are shaping the future. Want to know more? Click here to read the full story. 
  
  
• Will eateries be banned from adding sugar?
  Ipoh, riding high on Visit Perak Year 2024’s tourism boom, could claim the title of the "World’s Healthiest City"—but there's a bitter truth lurking behind its famous dishes. With Malaysia’s alarming sugar intake fueling a diabetes crisis, a radical law could change everything. What if eateries were banned from adding sugar? Click here to uncover.
  
  
• Malaysia’s Restaurant Worker Crisis: Will Foreign Hiring Be Allowed?
  With a 25,000-worker shortage crippling the restaurant sector, industry leaders are urging the government to reconsider foreign hiring policies. Deputy PM Zahid Hamidi has promised discussions—but will change come soon enough? Key measures like worker replacement policies and age limit adjustments could be on the table. Click here to read more.
  
  
• Sushi Boom: A $3.92 Billion Market Expansion?
  The global sushi restaurant market is set to surge by USD 3.92 billion from 2025 to 2029, driven by innovative dishes and smart marketing. However, strict regulations pose a challenge. With APAC leading at 69% market share, which key players will dominate this evolving industry? Click here to uncover the full report!