French Fold: A Taste of The French Chandeleur in Singapore

This February, as the French tradition of La Chandeleur (Candlemas) brought crêpes to dinner tables across France, French Fold in Singapore brought the celebration to life in the heart of the city. On this lively occasion, when families traditionally gather to make and enjoy crêpes to welcome the return of light and the arrival of spring, we stepped behind the scenes into French Fold’s kitchens to capture the craft and soul of French crêpe-making in a modern Asian setting.

La Chandeleur, celebrated each year on February 2, is both a cultural and culinary highlight in France. Historically tied to Candlemas, a Christian feast marking 40 days after Christmas, the tradition has evolved into a festive day dedicated to crêpes. Their round, golden shape represents the sun and the promise of brighter days ahead, echoing ancient customs that celebrated the return of warmth after winter. Across French homes, it’s typical to flip crêpes in the pan, some even hold a coin while doing so as a symbol of prosperity for the year to come.

At French Fold, this joyous tradition is more than a date on the calendar, it’s a chance to share a very French moment of everyday indulgence with Singapore’s vibrant community… and the perfect excuse to skip dinner and go straight to dessert.

Part of the Merci Marcel Group, French Fold has become one of Singapore’s cherished destinations for authentic French crêpes and galettes. With locations across Telok Ayer, Orchard and Great World, this all-day drinks and dining space serves French crêpes from morning coffee to late-night cocktails, blending classic flavours with contemporary sensibilities.

Nestled in a cosy yet elegant setting, French Fold captures the warmth of a French café while celebrating the lively spirit of Singapore’s dining scene. Its menu reflects the richness of French crêpe culture, from house specialties such as artisanal Manuka honey, roasted buckwheat seeds and Hojicha sea-salt gelato, to the timeless grandmother-style butter and sugar crêpe, those delicate wheat crêpes and savoury buckwheat galettes are also paired with wines, ciders and expertly crafted cocktails, completing the experience.

During our visit, we followed the kitchen team as they prepared two beloved classics: a crêpe filled with homemade hazelnut spread and the timeless butter-and-sugar crêpe. Watching the batter sizzle and transform, we saw how simple ingredients can be elevated through technique, a hallmark of French culinary culture.

At French Fold, the experience goes well beyond the crêpe itself. Guests can also enjoy creative cocktails, a refreshing glass of French cider, traditionally served in Brittany alongside savoury galettes, or sit at the counter and watch the coffee art baristas turn your cappuccino into a small work of art, because at French Fold, even coffee becomes part of the experience.

This immersive moment reflects not only French culinary tradition but also the playful, generous way it is celebrated, where food, drinks and atmosphere come together to create true sense of nostalgia.

French Fold brings more than food to the table, it delivers a lifestyle experience. Here, crêpes are not just eaten, they are celebrated, enjoyed slowly and paired with good company and delightful drinks, in a space that feels both familiar and special.

Whether you’re marking tradition, tasting classic French flavours, or simply soaking in the ambience, French Fold invites you to enjoy a moment of connection, a little piece of France, right here, in Singapore.

So whether you book a table or simply stop by next time you walk past a French Fold, come and rediscover La Chandeleur the French way.

📍 French Fold – Telok Ayer
204 Telok Ayer Street, Singapore 068640

📍 French Fold – Orchard
390 Orchard Road, #01-02, Singapore 238871

📍 French Fold – Great World
1 Kim Seng Promenade, #01-153, Great World, Singapore 237994