Nasi lemak is a Malay dish that has long been a perennial favourite among Singaporeans regardless of race. It is a dish that features an eclectic mix of flavours from sweet, savoury to spicy—all in a single mouthful. The fragrant one-plate-wonder typically comprises aromatic rice infused with coconut milk and pandan leaves, either a deep-fried fish or chicken wing, otah...
Restoran Kin Wah is a popular breakfast haunt that both locals and tourists flock to. Nestled along the foodie haven of Jalan Trus, this unassuming coffee shop serves up excellent nasi padang as well as kaya toast and soft boiled eggs that are pretty decent too. For the uninitiated, nasi padang is a dish that comprises steamed rice served with...
A bowl of fishball noodles works wonders when you are craving for something light and comforting. Despite its simple appearance, this is a very popular local dish in Southeast Asia as seen from the countless fish ball noodle stalls all over the region. Fans of fishball noodles in Singapore would have paid a visit to big names such as Song...
Traditional bakeries are hardly seen in cosmopolitan cities nowadays and we find that such a pity. There is something special about stepping into an old-school bakery, taking in the fragrance of freshly baked bread and being surrounded by pastries that you grew up indulging in. One that is still very popular among its loyal customers is Hiap Joo Bakery &...
The season of joy and giving is soon upon us. That’s right, it’s Christmas! Who doesn’t love the season of giving and sharing? At its heart, Christmas is still a special day for many Christians here in Singapore. It’s a religious celebration like any other, except over here, everyone gets to take part in the frenzy and the fun that...
On the ground level of 321 Clementi, you simply cannot miss the captivating neon-red “Prata Alley” signboard of this air-conditioned eatery. Housing long dining tables in the middle as well as cosy corner seats, Prata Alley serves as an apt gathering spot for a casual catch-up with all your pals. The interior of the place is decked in a minimalistic fashion, with...
Nasi Padang has always been a classic dish with roots all the way from Padang city in West Sulawesi, Indonesia. Johor Bahru is no stranger to housing some of the best (and highly affordable!) Nasi Padang joints that feature a vibrant spread of many mouth-watering dishes. During a recent day trip across the Causeway, we stumbled upon Qin Garden Kopitiam...
Considering the intense competition that this stall has with its next-door neighbour, you would have to give the folks from No. 1 Adam Road Nasi Lemak credit for being around all this time. This unassuming stall may be the less showy of the two famous nasi lemak stalls at Adam Road Food Centre, but their long-standing stall serves as an indication...
Hardly any other dish can mimic the complexity of biryani, from the exotic spices used, the texture of the rice and the superb marination of the meat. This brilliant melting pot of flavours truly epitomises the zenith of Indian cuisine. As preferences do vary, it is rather difficult to define the exact recipe behind a top-notch plate of biryani. However,...
Western-style Rice Bowls and traditional coffeeshops do not usually go hand-in-hand. However, Angmo Food situated in BADALING Coffeeshop at Ang Mo Kio proves that they are the perfect match! “Angmo” is a Hokkien slang used in Singapore to describe a Caucasian, hence the name. Angmo Food hopes to fuse Western and Local flavours into their food with their affordable fusion food. Angmo Food...