Yishun has developed a reputation for bad and somewhat weird news as of late, but does it really deserve the reputation? With so much controversy surrounding Yishun, it is understandable as to why people would feel apprehensive about the place. However, for fearless foodies like us, we believe that nothing can stop us from visiting a place, especially not if...
Perhaps it’s one of Singaporeans’ biggest pity that durians aren’t in season all year round. Sure enough, there might be durian cafes to help tide us through, but more often than not the prices are far from wallet-friendly. 99 Old Trees, known for their farm-to-table durians and durian delivery service, have now crafted the most decadent Durian Mousse to give...
We Singaporeans pride ourselves on having a plethora of different Asian delights to chose from due to our multiracial, multicultural country. With so many different races in Singapore, our food options are incredibly diverse, and sometimes we tend to forget about the less popular local dishes. One underrated dish in Singapore would have to be the classic Malay noodle dish,...
Perhaps one of the best things to have complementing your meal at a hawker centre is a plate of freshly barbecued chicken wings and satay. Barbecued to golden perfection with crispy burnt bits that never fail to make us grin even though we know it’s bad for us. We aren’t the type to shun away from greasy food and whenever...
Mac and cheese is a classic comfort food that many of us love. However, it’s usually sold at restaurants at exorbitant prices, making it a pretty pricey dish to indulge in. Which is ironic given that the ingredients that make up the dish are pretty cheap. In Singapore, it can be a tad challenging to find places that sell affordable...
For many Singaporeans, when it comes to thinking of a potential destination for a shopping spree and a trip full of indulging in good food, Thailand is the ultimate go-to. Whether it is spicy tom yum soups that will leave you sweating buckets or dozens of Thai boat noodles, there is just something about Thai cuisine that makes it oh-so-addictive....
Nasi Lemak is a perennial favourite among both Singaporeans and Malaysians and is one that can be enjoyed any time of the day. Traditionally, Nasi Lemak is served with a fried chicken wing atop coconut milk-infused rice, before finally being topped with a dash of sambal chilli, ikan bilis and peanuts. Of course, there are several versions of this dish but...
There’s no hiding the fact that food is the lifeblood of Singapore. It’s what keeps her people going, and it’s what brings them together. While some might say Singapore doesn’t have much culture, to begin with, to us, food is our culture. Of which, the embodiment is readily found in the form of a hawker centre. It represents a collection...
Nasi Beringin is a classic, long-lost Malay dish that is somewhat a hybrid of nasi lemak and biryani, nasi beringin is believed to be served to the royalties in Johor back in the olden days. A popular dish in Singapore back in the 1950s, nasi beringin gradually phased out and today, this dish is rarely served—until now. Fifty50 Empire over at Yishun...
One thing that many of us Singaporeans love to indulge in is some good-old kway chap. This sinful yet satisfying dish is a popular favourite that is sold at multiple hawker centres all over Singapore. Despite looking so simple, a dish like kway chap is not easy to prepare. It requires a lot of tedious preparation such as proper cleaning of...