Slice of Singapore!
Singapore— world famous for its eclectic society and food scene. With several cultures represented, anyone with an appreciation for a hearty meal or a delectable snack will be spoiled for choice. With so many options before you, here is our list of the absolute must-tries!
Chomp Chomp Food Centre
Location: 20 Kensington Park Road, 557269
A brisk 15-minute walk away from the conference grounds is Chomp Chomp Food Centre, a hawker centre offering most of the local treats, like carrot cake, satay, hokkien mee, and sugarcane juice.
The venue is open from 16.00 onwards and offers primarily outdoor seating. With an authentic Hawker Centre experience offering all the quintessential Singaporean dishes, there truly is nothing quite like it.
Lau Pa Sat
Location: 18 Raffles Quay, 048582
A short four minutes from Downtown MRT station is Lau Pa Sat, now world famous thanks to its appearance in the film Crazy Rich Asians. This Hawker Centre lives up to the hype, and there are several stalls to choose from, some of which are featured in the Michelin Guide.
Located in the heart of the Central Business District (CBD), the food hub often draws large crowds of tourists and locals alike. And rightfully so! The food speaks for itself, with the succulent chicken satay being a crowd favourite. All in all, Lau Pa Sat is most definitely worth a visit at some point on your gastronomic journey in Singapore.
The Original Katong Laksa
Location: 331 Upper Paya Lebar Road, 534949
The original Katong Laksa is a stall serving classic Singaporean Laksa. Its walls are adorned with stories of its decorated past and filled with the aroma of coconut milk and spices. The Laksa is delicious, and with the fragrant coconut hitting you as soon as you enter, what’s not to love? No visit to Singapore would be complete without Laksa, so why not swing by and give it a try?
The stall serves Laksa, but in a more classical way, dating back to its street Hawker roots. The noodles are cut into bite-sized pieces, making for a more unique and authentic eating experience. With Laksa having a reputation as one of Singapore’s crown jewel dishes, surely there’d be little reason to skip out on such a classic?
Note: There’s a second stall in Chinatown, so go ahead and try whichever is more convenient for you!
Sing Swee Kee
Location: 35 Seah Street, 188391
Located near the National Library and Bras Basah and just five minutes away from Esplanade MRT station, Sing Swee Kee is sure to delight the taste buds with its succulent chicken and fragrant rice that are unparalleled throughout Singapore.
Chicken Rice is listed among Singapore’s most well-known dishes; its reputation reaches all corners of the globe. Whether one prefers roasted or steamed, Sing Swee Kee has it all. Offering rice in the authentic spherical form, a rarity nowadays, Sing Swee Kee is most definitely worth a visit.
Ya Kun Kaya Toast
Location: All Over
Kaya is a Pandan spread with a creamy smooth texture that can be found in most local Kopitiams (Coffee shops) and is a local favourite for quick breakfasts, often paired with “kopi” (Coffee) or “teh” (Tea). Ya Kun Kaya Toast is a chain that can be found throughout Singapore, having perhaps the most delectable Kaya Toast amongst the chains in the little red dot.
Furthermore, they are easily found all over the city, and one always seems to pop up at the perfect time. It is also worth noting that all Singaporean Kopitiams have adopted a unique coffee ordering system, stay tuned for an article explaining just how that works!
Rochor Original Beancurd
Location: 2 Short Street Singapore, 188211
Beancurd or 豆花, is a Chinese dessert that is highly popular in Singapore, serving as a sweet snack for many. Here, the beancurd is wonderfully smooth, and perfectly satisfying, hitting a perfect middle ground. Inside the shop, the interior can be quite grotty, and seating is limited, but considering most of the food can be eaten on the go, that shouldn’t be a huge concern. The store also sells classic local snacks like Youtiao (fried dough Sticks), Butterfly (fried dough fritters), Sesame Peanut balls, and Soy Milk. I recommend going at night for the best atmosphere, as that’s when some silky soy milk and Beancurd hit the hardest.
Food brings people together, and in Singapore, this phrase is especially applicable. Hopefully, these local spots will cook up some unforgettable memories of your time in Singapore, and give your tastebuds a unique experience from our melting pot of food!
