Welcome to the latest edition of “Food for Thought”!

Hey there, restaurant owners! This week’s newsletter is packed with stories that’ll make you nod, gasp, and maybe even rethink your strategy.

Firstly, we will talk about what eight Padawan coffee shops know that you don’t. Their cleanliness secrets just earned them top honors. Next, a cooking oil crackdown reveals that some vendors are playing dirty (costing everyone). Then, a midnight raid exposed foreign workers hiding in plain sight—how’d they get caught? And finally, corporate dining is booming despite the economy. Want a slice of that $245 billion pie?

The full stories are juicier than you think.

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• 8 Coffee Shops Honored for Cleanliness!
  Eight standout coffee shops in Padawan received special recognition for excellence in cleanliness and hygiene, beating out nearly 200 others. But what’s their secret? The winners, including some local favorites, met strict criteria, but there’s more to the story. Could this inspire a new wave of top-tier eateries? Click here to uncover the full story!
  
  
• Food Vendors' Oil Misuse Sparks Shortage—Crackdown Begins!
  Kelantan food operators are hoarding subsidized household cooking oil, worsening market shortages. Authorities warn of strict action, with undercover ops launching soon. But how deep does the issue go? Click here to uncover the full story!

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• Midnight Raid Busts Foreign Workers Hiding as Customers
  A late-night immigration crackdown in Bukit Bintang uncovered 46 foreign workers violating visa laws at Arab eateries. Disguised as diners, they hailed from 9 countries—but authorities saw through the ruse. What sparked the raid, and what happened next? Click here to read the full story. 
  
  
• Business Dining Defies Economic Jitters in 2025
  While restaurants face headwinds, corporate meals prove recession-resistant, growing 3.6% despite market caution. A new report reveals hidden opportunities in expense account dining, from catering booms to seasonal spikes. What’s the secret sauce for tapping this $245 billion market? Click here for the full recipe to recession-proof revenue!