Speaking to 8days, a spokesman for Fei Siong Group said they closed Taiwan Night Markets due to “the escalation in cost of operations, especially in trying to rigorously adhere to our basic principle of ( selling ) everything authentically Taiwanese, a decline in [consumer ] spending, as well ( as the availability of ) a myriad of (other ) food choices available”. In this way, they decided that the project was no more financially viable and practical.
Tigerlily Patisserie, who was well-loved, went through the same circumstances.
WHAT’S NEXT?
Although Fei Siong Group acknowledged that this is a “permanent closing at Cineleisure,” it appears that there is still a glimmer of hope for enthusiasts of the idea.
The Taiwan Night Markets ‘ representative said,” Everything is still open for discussion,” adding that” we will not rule out the possibility of bringing them back.”
The Fei Siong Group declined to comment on whether they would like to introduce a new Fei Siong idea. Malaysia Boleh! in the industry ’ former place. When 8days called Cineleisure’s front desk for details on who is taking over the space, we were told “there’s no tenant now”, and that they “do n’t know who will be taking over ( the unit )”.
This tale was originally published in 8days.