Pig’s organ soup originated from Teochew, China but is now a common dish here in Singapore. We visited Cheng Mun Chee Kee, one of the longest-running and most popular pig organ soup stalls located at Foch Road, for some soul comforting food. What makes a good bowl of pig organ soup is no doubt one with well-cleaned ingredients, robust pork...
The East is undoubtedly one of the best places in Singapore for foodies to check out, whether it is for a quick meet up with friends for lunch or for some late-night supper. One noteworthy name in the area is Jalan Tua Kong Mee Pok, which is famous for their irresistible bowls of mee pok. However, a number of similar...
When we think of halal food, it is unlikely for la mian (pulled noodles) to appear on our list. Typically found in Chinese cuisine, there is, however, an iteration of these noodles, Lanzhou noodles (or Lanzhou la mian), that is made for and by the Muslim population. Lanzhou here refers to a city in China’s Gansu province, which has a...
Everyone loves a good success story. Rags to riches narratives featuring humble beginnings with a side helping of struggles and growth are akin to Friday night soaps, except they give us hope that perhaps one day, we too can be the protagonists of a tale others would tell. Muslim Delights is one such story. Before the brand’s success as a...
Familiar to many of the residents near Jalan Tua Kong are the several bak chor mee stalls staking their claim on the title for best mee pok in Jalan Tua Kong. One of which is Ah Lim Bak Chor Mee, situated in the exact coffeeshop that the supposed original Jalan Tua Kong Mee Pok had started.
Since moving from their former home at Kovan, the popular Punggol Noodles now resides on the second floor of the Hougang Hainanese Village Food Centre. Despite their change in location, the stall still utilizes its old name to ensure that they remain easily found by their loyal patrons. Although having been around for a while, the couple still runs the...
“Superfood” is a buzzword that has been recurring among the increasingly health-conscious local population these days, and is a label that seems almost casually thrown onto everything from berries to broccoli. While there is no one true superfood, we should still incorporate some of these candidates into our diet. This includes the humble, but still very much super, spinach. More...
Roti prata is undoubtedly one of Singapore’s favourite local foods and this Indian flatbread is a popular breakfast and supper item. Roti Prata is typically paired with curry or sugar but over the years, the humble flatbread has since evolved to feature all sorts of toppings and ingredient pairings. Now, you can find unusual yet interesting creations such as chocolate prata,...
When it comes to traditional Teochew kuehs, we are instantly reminded of classic local treats such as the beloved Ang Ku Kueh and Png Kueh. Full of heritage, culture and savoury goodness, these snacks are reminiscent of our grandparents’ past. However, when it comes to finding the best stall in Singapore with one of the best Teochew kuehs, Tiong Bahru...
Newly opened at the revamped Republic Plaza basement is Kueh & Mee. This humble stall’s food will transport you to a paradise that feels like just like home. They specialize in homely, nostalgic dishes and traditional hand-crafted Nonya kuehs that are the perfect meal if you need a mid-week pick me up or a simple, comforting meal.