Dean & Deluca will be opening its first store in Singapore within the first half of 2012.

In a partnership with the fast food and restaurant arm of Far East Organization KitchenLanguage, the gourmet grocer will start off in a 12,000 sq. meter outlet in Orchard Central.

Renowned for its deluxe food since 1977, Dean & Deluca expects to deliver an introduction of SoHo chic to the Singaporean lifestyle. Gourmet foods such as fine cheeses and high quality olive oils will be available and staff will be specially trained to aid customers in the exploration of their vast selections. The store also aims to create a relaxing and unique New York café atmosphere for customers.