TL;DR: Shiok Kitchen Catering holds official caterer status at Gardens by the Bay, one of Singapore's most-visited attractions with over 10 million visitors a year. From wedding receptions in Flower Field Hall to corporate events at the Supertree Observatory, Shiok Kitchen Catering delivers MUIS halal-certified buffet catering across the venue's most iconic spaces.
Few venues in Singapore carry the kind of instant recognition that Gardens by the Bay does. Between the Supertrees, the Flower Dome, and the waterfront views of Marina Bay, it's a backdrop most people recognise on sight, whether they've visited or not. Being named an official caterer at a venue like this isn't a small credential, and it says something about the level of consistency, halal certification, and large-scale execution a caterer needs to operate there reliably.
Why Gardens by the Bay Is Such a Significant Venue
Opened in 2012, Gardens by the Bay spans 101 hectares across three distinct spaces – Bay South Garden, Bay East Garden, and Bay Central Garden – and has drawn well over 10 million visitors annually in recent years, making it one of Singapore's most-visited attractions. It's picked up a string of accolades along the way, including the Landscape Award from World Architecture News in 2013, Best Attraction in Asia Pacific from Travel Weekly in 2015, and Best Attraction Experience at the 2019 Singapore Tourism Awards.
That scale and profile means events held here – weddings, corporate functions, exhibitions – tend to come with higher expectations and larger guest counts than a typical off-site venue. Catering at Gardens by the Bay isn't just about producing good food, it's about doing so reliably across a venue that hosts a huge volume of events year-round, each with its own layout, capacity, and logistical requirements.
Where Shiok Kitchen Catering Operates Within the Gardens
Gardens by the Bay partners with a select group of caterers across its event venues, and Shiok Kitchen Catering is one of them. The Gardens offers a genuinely varied set of spaces for events, each with its own character and capacity:
- Flower Field Hall – set within the Flower Dome with views over the Flower Field and Marina Bay skyline, holding up to 700 pax for a sit-down dinner
- Supertree Observatory – an open-air rooftop deck atop the tallest Supertree, ideal for intimate events of up to 30 guests
- Floral Fantasy – located at Bayfront Plaza with a standing capacity of 500 pax
- Silver Leaf – overlooking Dragonfly Lake under the canopy of the silver-hued Supertrees, holding up to 300 pax
- Waterview Room – scenic views over the Marina Bay waterfront and Bay East Garden, holding up to 300 pax
- Moongate Lawn – an open-air lawn along the waterfront promenade at Active Garden, holding up to 400 pax
Because these venues range from a 30-pax rooftop deck to a 700-pax hall, catering here calls for real flexibility – the same level of execution and food quality has to hold up whether Shiok Kitchen Catering is serving an intimate proposal at the Supertree Observatory or a large sit-down dinner in Flower Field Hall.
Why Halal Certification Matters at This Venue
Gardens by the Bay draws an exceptionally broad mix of visitors, both local and international, and the events held there – weddings especially – often need to accommodate a genuinely diverse guest list. Shiok Kitchen Catering's MUIS halal certification means couples and event organisers don't need to run a separate catering search for halal requirements or manage two different vendors to cover a mixed guest list. It's one less thing to coordinate at a venue where there's already plenty to plan around.
What This Means for Weddings and Corporate Events
For couples planning a wedding at Gardens by the Bay, working with an official caterer means the venue's specific requirements around loading, service timing, and setup are already familiar territory, rather than something being figured out for the first time on the day. The same applies to corporate events and MICE functions hosted at the Gardens, where catering needs to align with a formal event schedule and, often, a much larger and more varied guest base than a standard office booking.
It also means access to formats suited to the venue's scale, from live stations that keep queues moving at a busy Floral Fantasy reception, through to a full sit-down service in Flower Field Hall for several hundred guests.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to use Shiok Kitchen Catering if I book a venue at Gardens by the Bay, or can I choose a different caterer?
Gardens by the Bay works with a select group of official caterers for its event venues, of which Shiok Kitchen Catering is one. Couples and event organisers can enquire directly about vendor arrangements when booking a specific venue within the Gardens.
Can Shiok Kitchen Catering handle a wedding of any size at Gardens by the Bay, from an intimate ceremony to a large reception?
Yes. The Gardens' venues range from intimate spaces like the Supertree Observatory, which holds around 30 guests, up to Flower Field Hall, which can seat up to 700 pax for a sit-down dinner, and Shiok Kitchen Catering's buffet and sit-down formats scale across that full range.
Is all the food served at Gardens by the Bay events halal-certified?
Shiok Kitchen Catering is a MUIS halal-certified caterer, so all catering supplied for events at Gardens by the Bay through Shiok Kitchen Catering meets halal requirements, which is particularly useful for the diverse guest lists common at this venue.
How far in advance should I book Shiok Kitchen Catering for an event at Gardens by the Bay?
Given the venue's popularity and the scale many events reach, especially weddings and large corporate functions, booking well ahead of Shiok Kitchen Catering's standard lead time is recommended. Our team can advise on specific timelines when you reach out about your event date.
Does the catering setup differ much between venues like Silver Leaf and Flower Field Hall?
Yes, each venue at Gardens by the Bay has its own layout, capacity, and outdoor or indoor considerations, so the catering setup is tailored accordingly, whether it's an outdoor buffet line at Silver Leaf overlooking Dragonfly Lake or a full sit-down service inside Flower Field Hall.
About Shiok Kitchen Catering
Shiok Kitchen Catering has been part of Singapore's catering scene since 2004, growing from its roots serving Thai food into a caterer offering everything from local favourites to Chinese cuisine and Western gourmet dishes. Backed by a well-trained catering team and a culinary direction led by Culinary Director Chef Immanuel Tee and Executive Chef Kenny, the company is MUIS halal-certified and ISO accredited, with a client list that includes DBS, OCBC, JP Morgan, Credit Suisse, Morgan Stanley, KPMG, PwC, EY, NUS, NTU, SMU, Changi Airport Group, and the Esplanade.
Shiok Kitchen Catering is the official caterer at 11 major Singapore venues, including Singapore EXPO, Gardens by the Bay, and Jewel Changi Airport, and has been named Supplier of the Year by the Singapore Association of Convention & Exhibition Organisers & Suppliers (SACEOS).
To enquire about catering for your event at Gardens by the Bay, contact the team at sales@skcatering.com, call 6411 4994, or reach out through the contact page.
