Egypt Food Exports Boom: Egypt’s food industry hit a record $3.77B in exports in H1 2026, up from $3.41B a year earlier, led by citrus, potatoes, strawberries, olives and pasta, with Arab markets still the biggest destination ($1.737B) and EU shipments rising 15%. Türkiye Tourism on the Menu: Foreign visitors in Türkiye spent nearly $6B on food and beverages in the first half of 2026 (up ~9%), underscoring how döner, pide and lahmacun are pulling tourism spend. Türkiye Inflation Watch: Consumer inflation eased to 31.75% in July (from 32.11%), with food and non-alcoholic beverages up 37.53%—a key signal for grocery and restaurant cost pressure. New Dining in Singapore Botanic Gardens: Little Farms opened The Bloomhouse (all-day dining) at the Singapore Botanic Gardens, plus a grab-and-go picnic kiosk, leaning into fresh, produce-forward dishes. Hospitality Expansion: Lotteria opened its second Singapore outlet at Jurong Point on Aug 5 with a refreshed menu and a Singapore-exclusive breakfast lineup. Food Safety/Operations: Restaurant inspection reports flagged temperature control and hand-contact issues in the US, a reminder that compliance remains a constant operational priority.