September 8, 2018 3:00 pm
Published by Sherlyn Teo
When Hougang is mentioned, many would begin to imagine an extremely old neighbourhood with nothing much to offer in terms of food–especially not with food haven neighbours Kovan and Serangoon. It truly is a shame because little do people know that Hougang is home to many delicious food gems, including cheap hawker eats and the ever-so-popular Arnold’s Fried Chicken. If...
September 7, 2018 12:00 pm
Published by Sherlyn Teo
Fried oyster omelette, or better known as ‘orh luak’ amongst Singaporeans, is a savoury dish that you can easily find in hawker centres all over Singapore. Crisp on the outside and slightly sticky and starchy inside, who would have thought that this version that most of us have had for years isn’t actually the traditional version that was served back in...
September 5, 2018 1:00 pm
Published by Sherlyn Teo
It goes without saying that Johor Bahru is home to plenty of hip cafés and eateries that offer a multitude of cuisines. And there’s no arguing that fact, given the number of times we make a trip across the border a year. GO Noodle House is one of the most well-known restaurants in JB and it is definitely a crowd-favourite when...
September 4, 2018 3:00 pm
Published by Sherlyn Teo
Very rarely do we find ourselves able to indulge in a full-on feast here in Singapore without a hefty price tag to come with it. Yet, unknown to many, there actually is quite a number of relatively cheaper options for one to eat to their heart’s content under a budget. Sure, they may not be lavish, let alone the sort...
August 25, 2018 12:00 pm
Published by Sherlyn Teo
Here in Singapore, we are not strangers to several new and innovative food fads. Many have come, but not many ever stay trendy for long. Yet, bubble tea is perhaps one of the few trends that have successfully endured the test of time (and the fickleness of Singaporeans) the longest–and the craze doesn’t seem to be slowing down anytime soon. A...
August 16, 2018 12:40 pm
Published by Sherlyn Teo
Do a Google search on where you can get the best Lor Mee in Singapore, and there will be no doubt that Xin Mei Xiang Zheng Zong Lor Mee will take the cake. Although there is definitely no lack of good lor mee all over Singapore, Xin Mei Xiang Zheng Zong Lor Mee is undisputedly one of the most popular...
August 14, 2018 12:45 pm
Published by Sherlyn Teo
‘When in doubt, just follow the queues’—this will lead you to Nam Sing Hokkien Fried Mee when you are at Old Airport Road Food Centre, indubitably one of the heritage gems in Singapore home to loads of tasty hawker fare. Many would say that if you should consider yourself lucky if you manage to get your hands on a plate...
August 2, 2018 3:32 pm
Published by Sherlyn Teo
Char Kway Teow is a local favourite—essentially rice noodles tossed with fishcakes, Chinese sausages, prawns, cockles, eggs and vegetables in a sweet and savoury sauce, it is no wonder why this dish is one of Singaporeans’ favourites. As such, there is no lack of Char Kway Teow stalls in Singapore—look around and it would be easy to spot a stall...
July 29, 2018 3:45 pm
Published by Sherlyn Teo
Starting out as just a humble stall in the 1950s, this Bak Kut Teh chain has since expanded to having 4 outlets in Singapore and even 1 in Taipei. What Ng Ah Sio BKT offers is essentially Teochew-style Bak Kut Teh—one that doesn’t skimp on incorporating the taste of garlic and pepper in its broth. Ng Ah Sio Bak Kut...
July 25, 2018 1:22 pm
Published by Sherlyn Teo
The Singapore Night Festival is back for its 11th edition in 2018, and this is where you can expect a line-up of riveting performances and provocative installations that will surely blow you away. Having reached out to cross-disciplinary influences and practitioners such as artists, designers, engineers and architects, you can look forward to a Singapore Night Festival that is bolder, renewed and...
