Birds of Paradise, Singapore’s Michelin‑featured gelato boutique known for botanical flavours, aims to spotlight South‑East Asian tastes beyond the region while expanding its catering offerings.

Birds of Paradise proudly receives its second Champion of Good award, reflecting our commitment to doing good for the community every day.

The founder of Singapore’s Michelin‑featured botanical gelato brand Birds of Paradise shares how he turned a passion for natural flavours into a purpose‑driven business with global ambitions.

In Good Company spotlights Birds of Paradise as a homegrown gelato maker whose inventive botanical flavours, rooted in Southeast Asian ingredients and creative process, have turned its boutique into a beloved sweet destination.

Edwin Lim left a stable civil engineering career to spend years training and preparing before opening his own botanical-inspired gelato boutique, fulfilling a long-held passion for making ice cream.

After seven years of waiting, Edwin finally fulfilled their gelato dream. 

Birds of Paradise — a Singapore artisanal gelato boutique known for creative botanical-inspired flavours — has earned a spot in the Michelin Guide for multiple years, highlighting its unique gelato made from real plant-based ingredients

Started in Katong, Birds of Paradise has now expanded to seven stores, driven by inventive flavours and sustainable values.

The third Birds of Paradise boutique lands in Tanjong Pagar, offering inventive gelato in a stylish setting.

Birds of Paradise opens its newest boutique at VivoCity, bringing Singapore’s only Michelin Guide Selection signature botanical gelato closer to the Southside of Singapore. Inspired by the sea, our VivoCity boutique features flowing, minimalist forms, creating a serene, nature-inspired escape from the city buzz.