The Full List Of Michelin Guide Singapore 2016 – How Many Have You Tried?
The wait is finally over! We now have our very own Michelin Guide Singapore! And the best part of all, we’re the first Southeast Asian country, and only the fourth Asian nation after Japan, Hong Kong and Macau, to be rated by the Michelin Guide.
Michelin Star classification
The Guide conveys its review through brief summaries and with every prestigious ‘star’. Restaurants may receive zero to 3 stars for the quality of their food. The Star classification:
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Without further ado, here are the starred dining establishments that made it to the 2016 Guide!
1 Starred Dining Establishment
1. Amla by Juan Amador – Goodwood Park Hotel
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2. Bacchanalia – HongKong Street
3. Beni – Mandarin Gallery
4. Candlenut -New Bridge Road
5. Corner House – Botanic Gardens
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10. Hong Kong Soya Sauce Chicken Rice & Noodle – Chinatown Food Complex
11. Jaan, Swissotel – The Stamford
12. Lei Garden – Chijmes
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5. Shisen Hanten by Chen Kentaro – Mandarin Orchard Singapore
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Joël Robuchon Restaurant – Resort World Sentosa
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Rope Yoga & Kitesurfing? 6 Thrilling Sports For Adrenaline Junkies
If you’re an adrenaline junkie, chances are you’ve already tried some of the more uh, thrilling sports such as rock climbing and walking across elevated wobbly logs at the Forest Adventure. Compared to the usual void deck soccer and multipurpose hall badminton, rock climbing does sound pretty rad.
However, as true thrill seekers, completing the Forest Adventure alone just doesn’t cut it. What you need are some heart-pounding and soul-stopping activates that will get your adrenaline going. From cable skiing to car racing, we give you six thrilling sports that will do more than satisfy the adrenaline junkie in you.
1. Urban Skiing
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With 2. Cable Skiing
[caption id="attachment_11352" align="alignnone" width="897"] Sure, we may not have the luxury of large open waters but that does not stop water sports enthusiasts from trying their hands at cable skiing. Instead of a boat, you’ll be pulled by a machine at speeds from twenty to fifty-eight kilometres per hour. Not exactly a pro? Fret not as the instructors will have you covered. So if you’re looking for a cooling yet thrilling activity, check out 3. Kitesurfing
[caption id="attachment_11354" align="alignnone" width="1021"] Though a familiar activity to many water sports enthusiasts, some may be surprised to find this sport in Singapore. Conducted at either East Coast Park or Pasir Ris, spend your day navigating a power kite whilst skimming across blue sparkly waters. For the beginners, do expect to take a couple of hours/days before you’re able to fly. Do check out 4. Land Paddling
[caption id="attachment_11355" align="alignnone" width="960"] Not that big a fan of water sports? Land paddling should do the trick. If you’re familiar with Stand Up Paddling (SUP), land paddling is simply the uh, land version. If not, simply imagine yourself riding a skateboard but instead of kicking your legs, you use a long stick to push yourself forward. It may sound simple, but trust us when we say this sport is a great way of getting those chiselled six pecs. If you’re looking for a place to start, 5. Go-Karting
[caption id="attachment_11357" align="alignnone" width="1536"] Always wanted a taste of the Fast & Furious team but lack the driving license to do so? Not only does Go-Karting excuse your lack of driving skills, it offers you the speed and adrenaline you need. With the longest track in Singapore, 6. Rope Yoga
[caption id="attachment_11358" align="alignnone" width="1024"] Yeap, it’s exactly what it sounds like. It’s rope plus yoga. Unlike the traditional yoga, rope yoga uses sturdy ropes that provide support to aid your stretchability and yoga poses. Worry not if you’re new to rope yoga or even yoga. The ropes are there to help ease the tightness of your body. So ladies, if you’re looking for something new, feel free to give rope yoga a try at $39 for a session at So the next time, before you lament about how “Singapore got nothing to do leh”, do give one or several of these six heart-pumping sports a go. We do admit that these thrilling sports are relatively costly when compared to the rental of a badminton court but hey, experience is priceless, right? Also, read Not Ulu Anymore! Here’s A Peek At Decathlon’s City Square Mall Store
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Laksa Cocktail? 8 Whacky Singaporean Cocktails You Need To Try!
Let’s be honest, for people who aren’t exactly the fiercest of patriots, we are surprisingly crazy for any food/beverage that has local twists to them. With Salted Egg Yolk hogging the spotlight for the past couple of weeks, we’d like to take the chance to introduce the cocktail equivalent of the McDonald’s Salted Egg Yolk Chicken Burger.
Kidding. Had you for a second there, didn’t we?
Seriously, though, you never know if a Salted Egg Yolk cocktail is coming our way. In the meantime, we did some prowling in our bar scene. Guess what? We came across several locally inspired drinks, Singaporean cocktails specifically, whose weirdness rivals that of the imaginary Salted Egg Yolk’s.
Unusual yet delicious, we present you seven whacky and uniquely Singaporean cocktails you need to try.
1. Stylo Milo
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Straight from the Kopitiam is Stylo Milo, Ding Dong’s playful take on our favourite childhood drink. More than just freshly brewed Milo and condensed milk, Stylo Milo also features a dash of Hakushu Distillers Reserve’s whisky and green chartreuse. This guys, is how you drink Milo peng in style.
Ding Dong
Address: 115 Amoy Street #01-02, S069935
Contact: 6557 0189
Opening hours: Mon to Fri, 12pm – 3pm, 6pm – 12am; Sat, 6pm – 12am
2. Kaya Toast Cocktail
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Need some toast to go with your Milo? Fret not, 3. Mr. Bean
[caption id="attachment_11171" align="alignnone" width="1000"] A modern take on tao huey, this beancurd cocktail is a signature drink from Jekyll & Hyde that consists of butterscotch liqeuer, kaya, frangelico, vodka and of course, beancurd. Yes, there is actual tao huey in it. Not just some chapalang beancurd, but the renowned Lao Ban beancurd is what is used for this concoction. This is a creamy, sweet and hazelnutty drink that we think is great on its own. Jekyll & Hyde It’s not enough that Kuvo serves its own rendition of the traditional Prawn Noodle Soup. It serves also the Prawn Noodle Cocktail! Comprising of the ingredients you’ll find in your everyday Prawn Noodle Soup, be warned that this unorthodox concoction may be a little too exotic for some. Kuvo A frothy beverage made of laksa leaves, coriander, ginger, chilli, lime juice, egg white and rum, the Laksa Cocktail by Ah Sam Cold Drink Stall is a cocktail with a kick. Slightly creamy, this distinctly aromatic blend is a pretty good Singaporean cocktail rendition of the traditional laksa. On a side note, how old school is the name Ah Sam Cold Drink Stall? Ah Sam Cold Drink Stall Served in a traditional teacup of sorts, the Chicken Rice Cocktail from 7. Nonya Crack
[caption id="attachment_11175" align="alignnone" width="700"] A concoction similar to Baileys, Singaporean cocktail of batida de coco, pandan, milk, pink salt and rum. This is another Singaporean cocktail we’d recommend as a dessert cocktail. 6327 4820 Feeling a little heaty from the laksa and chicken rice? Maison Ikkoku presents to you the Liang Teh. A mixture of chrysanthemum, luo han guo, xia gu chao, red dates, ginseng and white spirits, traditional herbal tea has just gotten better. If only our ah ma had thought of this. Maison Ikkoku With these eight cocktails, there really is no better time to let your Singaporean-ness shine. So unleash your inner alcoholic patriot and get started on these whacky Singaporean cocktails! (Header image by Weekender, words by editor) Also, read Verdict Is Out! Michelin Bib Gourmand Singapore For Best Food Under $45
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Address: 49 Tras Street S078988
Contact: 6222 33494. Prawn Noodle Cocktail
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Address: 321 Orchard Road, #02-01 S238866
Contact: 6733 8272
Opening hours: Mon to Thu, 12pm – 1am; Fri & Sat, 12pm – 2am; Sun 12pm – 1am5. Laksa Cocktail
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Address: 60A Boat Quay, S049848
Contact: 6535 0838
Opening hours: Mon to Thu, 6pm – 12am; Fri & Sat, 6pm – 3am6. Chicken Rice Cocktail
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Opening hours: Daily, 4pm – 1am8. Liang Teh
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Address: 20 Kandahar Street, S198885
Contact: 6294 0078
Opening hours: Sun to Thu, 6pm – 1am; Fri & Sat, 6pm – 2am
The Best Food Around SMU – Cos Muggers Need Good Food Even More!
One of the best things about Singapore Management University (SMU) is its extremely central location. It’s just a stone’s throw away from over five malls and four movie theatres.
As compared to the relatively elusive NUS, SIM and Pulau NTU, SMU’s location is gold. With an enviable variety of dining options perfect for brunch get-togethers, indulgent lunch plans, and romantic dinners, decision-making can get pretty tough whenever lunch/dinner rolls around.
To help you guys out, listed below are our top 5 picks for the best food around SMU.
1. Timbre @ The Substation
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2. Kith Cafe
[caption id="attachment_10587" align="alignnone" width="4746"] If you’re looking for a quick fix to spice up your Instagram, Breakfast options like Kith’s Big Breakfast (Eggs, toast, bacon, smoked bratwurst, sautéed mushrooms, grilled tomatoes) are served till 3pm. Mains such as the Sirloin Steak Sandwich are served after 11am. Oh, and don’t forget to order coffee, the latte art really completes the food flat lay! 3. The Daily Scoop
Pretty much unrivalled when it comes to waffles and ice-cream, Take it from someone who knows waffles, this is the perfect balance between a crispy and fragrant crust with a soft and light interior. The Daily Scoop offers a large collection of tastebud-friendly ice creams and often introduces refreshing new flavours to keep things new. After the first ice cream waffle, you’ll be coming back again and again for your dessert fix. 4. I’mKim Korean BBQ
[caption id="attachment_10583" align="alignnone" width="620"] We have two words for this eatery: Affordable and Awesome. I’m Kim Korean Barbecue is the place for meat lovers, with tender pork, beef, and chicken marinated in lip-smacking spicy, sweet, and salty sauces at your disposal. With its salad, soup, cooked food (their chicken wings are the best!) and drinks counter, you can’t go wrong with the student-friendly weekday lunch price ($12.90++). I’m Kim Korean Barbecue With its $4.80 pasta and iced lemon tea lunch set, and located within the campus itself, we’re pretty sure Tea Party Express is a familiar name to the majority of SMU students. Pasta choices include the Carbonara, Aglio Olio, Bolognese, and if you’re feeling adventurous and extra-hungry, order their famous Scones with Cream Cheese sauce to go! Tea Party Express has very recently expanded and is now serving new menu items such as Truffle Fries, Mac & Cheese, Chicken and Fish and Chips. With so many student favourites, you can’t possibly go wrong with this pocket-friendly dining option. Tea Party Express Whether it’s your first or hundredth visit, these best food around SMU will still guarantee great dining experiences.
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Address: 1 Zubir Said Drive, #01-04/05/06/07 S227968
Located opposite SMU’s School of Economics, at SOTA.
Contact: 6238 7218
Opening Hours: Mon to Thu 11.30am-2.30pm, 5pm-10.30pm; Fri to Sun 11.30-3.30pm; 5pm-10.30pm5. Teaparty Express
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Address: 90 Stamford Rd #01-75, S178901
Located at SMU’s School of Economics, Level 1.
Verdict Is Out! Michelin Bib Gourmand Singapore For Best Food Under $45
Where to get the best Curry Laksa? Which hawker stall has the best Hainanese Chicken Rice? Don’t know where to bring your tourist friends for the best Chai Tow Kway?
Worry no more because some of Singapore’s best eateries have been awarded a”Bib Gourmand” (high-quality menu at reasonable prices) by the very first edition of the Singapore Michelin Guide! So who made the cut? Here are the 34 hawker stalls, restaurants and food establishment that made the list.
What is Bib Gourmand?
“Not quite a star, but most definitely not a consolation prize, the Bib Gourmand…is a just-as-esteemed rating that recognises friendly establishments that serve good food at moderate prices. ” In Singapore – the meal must be under SGD$45 to qualify.
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Michelin Bib Gourmand Singapore – Hawker Stalls
Without further ado, here’s the full list!
1. Claypot Laksa – Alexandra Village Food Centre
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23. New Ubin Seafood – Sin Ming Road
24. Peony Jade at Keppel Club (Cantonese) – Bukit Chermin Rd
25. Shish Mahal (Indian) – Albert Street
26. Song Fa Bak Kut Teh – New Bridge Rd
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27. 328 Katong Laksa – East Coast Road
28. True Blue Cuisine (Peranakan) – Armenien Street
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33. JB Ah Meng Kitchen (Cantonese) – Geylang Road
34. Sin Huat Eating House (crab rice noodle) – Geylang Road
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With so many yummy approved food to choose from, we reckon you bookmark this page (and share with your friends) for future reference. You’ll always know “what to eat” and “where to eat” from now. No more arguments about who has to decide meal plans!
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7 Local Desserts So Good, They’ll Remind You Of Your Childhood Sweetheart
Topped with tropical fruits and a side of condensed milk for a Snapchat worthy sweet treat, Bingsus are the go-to dessert on a hot summer’s day. Not forgetting a warm and freshly baked Belgian waffle, topped with a scoop of creamy gelato and almond sprinkles. Mmm.
Local Dessert – Comfort Food That Never Disappoints
But when it comes to hitting that sweet spot for dessert, nothing does it better than local dessert. Affordable, nostalgic and ultimately delicious, local dessert is not only part and parcel of our culture, but also a quick and delicious way to seek respite from the blistering heat. Be it a cooling snack, a mid-day treat or a post-meal dessert, here’s a list of where you can go to get your local dessert fix!
1. Mei Hong Yuen Dessert
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A name familiar to most, this local dessert chain serves traditional hot and cold dessert. It is one of the “Singapore Chinatown Heritage Brands”. These brands are the ones that have been operating in Chinatown for at least 30 years. Through the years, Having eaten at this dessert stall for years, we heavily recommend the Almond with Egg White, Red Bean Lotus, and Chee Cheong Fun. They have also recently opened more stalls, so you don’t have to travel to Chinatown just to savour one of the best local dessert stalls.
From its smooth and comforting bowl of peanut paste to the classic and juicy bowl of mango with pomelo and sago, you’ll never be disappointed.
Outlets: Image credit: With a wordy menu filled with a huge variety of local dessert options, being spoilt for choice is an understatement. Ah Chew Desserts often sees large crowds of both locals and foreigners alike. It has even received media spotlight from NHK Broadcasting Corporation. Other must-try dishes include Hawaiian Papaya boiled with Fresh Milk, Black Glutinous Rice with Vanilla Ice-cream, Mango Sago & Pomelo, Watermelon Honeydew with Sago, and Durian Hong Kong Red Bean Ice. Ah Chew Desserts Image credit: www.burpple.com/@Kirschwarm
Chinatown: No. 63 – 67 Temple Street, #B2-32 Chinatown Point
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Click 2. Ah Chew Desserts
Address: 1 Liang Seah Street, #01-10/11; 181 Thomson Road, Goldhill Shopping Centre
Opening Hours: Mon – Thu: 12:30pm – 11.30pm; Fri: 12.30pm – 12.30am; Sat: 1.30pm – 12.30am; Sun: 1.30pm – 11.30pm3. Ji De Chi
Traditional flavours still have a place in today’s age. Ji De Chi’s dish of sweet mangoes and black glutinous rice wrapped in green tea mochi is the perfect example. This eatery serves up a good selection of traditional and modern desserts.
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Their rendition of the Taiwanese shaved ice dessert is a cheaper alternative to the pricier bingsu, but it definitely does not lack in terms of sweetness and flavour.
Ji De Chi
Address: 8 Liang Seah Street, #01-03
Opening Hours: Mon – Sun: 11am – 11pm
4. Annie’s Peanut Ice Kachang
With numerous modern spins on the old ice kachang dish, perhaps the best combination is still some roasted peanut and red bean, doused with a colourful blend of syrup.
Annie’s Peanut Ice Kachang
Address: 3 Yung Sheng Road, #01-01
5. Ye Lai Xiang Cheng Tng
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Their bowl of cheng tng comes loaded with 10 different ingredients, a class above the rest (the usual cheng tng contains only a handful of ingredients). The painstaking preparation process of double boiling the sago and sunning the dried longans is evident in the end result – a clear sweet broth that’s almost addictive.
Address: Bedok Food Centre, 1 Bedok Road, Stall 31
6. Jin Jin Hot/ Cold Dessert
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The owners weren’t kidding when they named their dish ‘Power Cendol’. Using premium gula-melaka to give it that distinctive palm sugar richness, this is one decadent dessert. It packs all the punches at only a fraction of the price. Coupled with sweet coconut milk and red beans, you’ll find yourself polishing the bowl in jiffy.
Image credit: If you love Mango and Durian, this one’s for you! Tangy Mango cubes are topped with condensed milk and a scoop of Durian puree! There’s also a version without the durian topping. From our visits to Jin Jin Dessert, we also learn that the mango cubes are soaked in a secret sauce for that tangy and refreshing bite. Their hard work pays off, as there’s nothing like this bowl of mango goodness elsewhere!
Jin Jin Hot/ Cold Dessert
Address: ABC Brickworks Market & Food Centre, 6 Jalan Bukit Merah, #01-20
Opening Hours: Mon, Tues, Thurs, Sun: 12:30PM – 10PM; Fri, Sat: 12:30PM – 10:30PM
Closed every Wednesday
7. 75 Ah Balling Peanut Soup
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We are all accustomed to the usual glutinous rice balls with peanut and black sesame filling. But at 75 Ah Balling Peanut Soup, they even have red bean, yam, and green tea fillings to up their ball antics. Best of all, those special flavours are hand-made!
As their name suggests, they are famous for their peanut soup. The soup is simmered for hours for soft and tender peanuts. They also offer options like almond milk and ginger soup. No matter what you choose, you can be sure you’re digging into a bowl of comforting goodness.
75 Ah Balling Peanut Soup
Address: #01-75, Golden Mile Food Centre, 505 Beach Road; #01-25 Blk 85 Bedok North Street 4
Certainly, there are numerous other dessert stalls out there that serve up that familiar bowl of traditional dessert. When the queues of artisanal desserts grow too long, know that you can always fall back on stalls like these to satisfy your sweet tooth.
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Also, read Wisma Atria Brings Japan To S’pore – Tsukiji Sushi To Wagyu Beef!
Can You Believe It? This Dinner In Singapore Costs SGD $2.7M!
Money can’t buy you everything, but lots (and lots) of it – SGD $2.7M to be exact – can now buy you the world’s most expensive dining experience in Singapore.
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Most Expensive Dining Experience – Getting There
This eight-hour expensive dining experience with your partner kicks off with a 45-minute helicopter ride. The ride will give you an unobstructed view of the city skyline against the backdrop of a setting sun. A Rolls-Royce pulls over upon landing, and you proceed to get chauffeured in style to catch a luxury private cruise along the Singapore River. This opulent river adventure ultimately takes you to your end destination – Marina Bay Sands.
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2.08-carat Jane Seymour Vivid Blue Diamond Ring
Fireworks promptly go off in the night sky as your approach the end of your meal. The starry highlight of the evening – a 2.08-carat Jane Seymour Vivid Blue diamond ring – is presented alongside Louis XII de Rémy Martin cognac to cap off the expensive dining experience. This masterpiece of a jewellery is in a class of its own. Blue diamonds of this size and saturation are known to be among the rarest and most sought after gems in the world. An overnight stay at this 5-star hotel is complimentary, if desired. You will wake up the following morning wanting to relive the moment over and over again.
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Be it a wedding proposal, an anniversary or a celebration of a good, good life, this elaborate execution by WOD and CÉ LA VI is one of epic proportions. There is a catch, though – this diamond-studded package will only be sold to qualified individuals. You will need both the riches and the fame to be worthy of this beyond royalty experience. The rest of us? We can just dream.
(Header image source: by Rezwana Manjur, words by editor)
Also, read Wisma Atria Brings Japan To S’pore – Tsukiji Sushi To Wagyu Beef!
We Never Bluff – Local Food Going For Only 50¢ At Chinatown!
Ever wished you could stuff yourself silly with local delights without breaking the bank? At this year’s 50 Cents Festival, you can! For as little as – you guessed it!- 50 cents, enjoy a great variety of authentic local favourite dishes that will propel you right back to the good old 1950s.
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50 Cents Festival at Chinatown
The entire food street at Chinatown will be transformed into a “pasar”, or street hawker food scene. It’s specially designed to transport visitors to an authentic recreation of the 1950s and 60s! Treat yourself to delectable local delights – 35 iconic traditional dishes cooked by 20 stores!
Do also watch out for the mobile hawkers who roam the streets selling old-time favourites.
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50 Cents is Bigger Than a Bull Cart Wheel
An old Hokkien saying (translated) goes: “50 Cents is Bigger Than a Bull Cart Wheel!” What does this mean? In the 1950s, SGD 50 cents was enough to buy so much food that most would consider it a ridiculous amount to spend on a meal! Singaporeans and tourists alike will be pleased to note this will be a reality at the 50 cents festival!
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35 Iconic Local Delights at as Little as 50 Cents Only
That’s right budget hunters, 50 cents for your favourite Char Kway Teow, UFO (Fried Oyster Cake), Rickshaw Noodle, Ice Balls and Fried Carrot Cake. Other 50 cent dishes include BBQ Chicken Wings, Nasi Lemak wrapped in banana leaf, Satay and Roti Prata. For an additional 50 cents or one dollar, customers can even enjoy specialities such as Hainanese Chicken Rice Balls, Bak Kut Teh and Singapore’s signature Chilli Crab!
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Fringe activities
To truly make the experience an unforgettable one, there will be a myriad of Fringe Activities lined up for all ages. Families can indulge in outdoor movie screenings, marvel at performances by martial arts professionals and opera singers. These activities will mimic “kampong-style” communal activities. Get your Chinese name artfully written by calligraphers, or you could also pay a visit to letter writers and fortune-tellers. All these while munching on your food spoils of the day!
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50 Cents Festival Details
With so much happening along this street bazaar, we say this is a must-visit for everyone! So, what are you waiting for? Mark your calendars and get ready to have a feast!
50 Cents Festival
Address: Chinatown Food Street, Smith Street
Date: 30 July, Sat, 3PM – 11PM; 31 July, Sun, 11AM-11PM
Menu: click here.
Also read, A Timbre+ Event: Expect Only The Best Food & Music @ Open Stoves!
Majestic Peking Duck: The New 5-Star Hawker Dish?
You heard us right – the Peking duck has made its way into our local hawker scene! Helmed by award-winning chefs Yong Bing Ngen and Yang Lai Fatt from the is dishing out restaurant quality fare at economical hawker prices. Gone are the days when you require special occasions to indulge in this plate of 5-star goodness.
They’ve got five different versions of a duck dish, but the stall’s highlight is definitely the Duck Platter. For just $24, you get the exact same thing you would expect from reputable Chinese restaurants at just half the price. We reckon it’s the best GSS (Great Singapore Sale) deal for our food-loving nation. The duck is roasted in a classic Apollo oven to achieve its crispy, charred skin and succulent interior.
We know that BBQ chicken wings are an all-time favourite street food, basically a must-have at every hawker centre. However, if you’re here at Makansutra, skip the usual chicken wings and try something new. The Honey Glazed Roasted Duck Wings, for instance, is a sweet alternative.
This Duck Salad makes the perfect snack or a side dish to share. Here we’ve got a hearty mix of greens tossed in umami laden sauce and truffle oil, topped with a generous serving of sliced duck meat.
The Salted Duck Vegetable Soup is a traditional favourite. The peppery broth is boiled with preserved veggies for a flavoursome, homely taste that is served with a whole duck wing.
Fans of fried rice, the Duck Fried Rice with Crispy Cereal is calling out for you.
This is a bonus treat at Majestic Peking Duck. We know it’s not a duck dish, but the Crispy Soft Shell Crab with Thai Mango Salad is so divine that the chefs had to include this in their menu as well.
Major props to the Majestic group for bringing this delectable Chinese delicacy into our hawker scene without compromising an ounce of quality. Now we can get the best of both worlds – our humble hawker fare alongside restaurant-standard Peking duck, all without breaking the bank.
Majestic Peking Duck
Makansutra Gluttons Bay
8 Raffles Ave, The Esplanade
Mon-Thu: 5pm to 2am, Fri-Sat: 5pm-3am, Sun: 4pm-1am
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Also read: Knickers+Bockers – Create Your Very Own Pizzas And Eat Them Too!
Lobster Chicken Rice? Gastronomic Event STREAT 2016 Is Here!
Whether it’s a bak chor mee stall, the latest food trend or a new fine-dining restaurant, the people of this tiny island is pretty much passionate about food. After all, eating (besides queueing) is sort of like the national hobby. As part of the Singapore Food Festival this year, 
This year’s theme “Savour The Past, Taste The Future” presents mouth-watering locally-inspired dishes and top-notch local favourites at affordable prices. Times may change, but Singaporeans will always be up for a good ol’ bowl of Bak Kut Teh or a plate of Char Kway Teow. So gear up and get ready to indulge in traditional and modern flavours at STREAT!
Pop-up restaurant with renowned chefs
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Featuring Chef Ken Ling, Chef Han Liguang and Chef Susur. Image credit: yoursingapore[/caption]
STREAT 2016’s pop-up restaurant will feature three renowned chefs. They’ll create new expressions of Singapore’s iconic street food, presented in an exclusive six-hands dinner menu. One of the most sought-after chefs in the world, Canadian chef Susur Lee, is the consultant chef to the TungLok Group. He is also one of the pioneers of fusion food scene in Singapore and was recently a judge on MasterChef Asia.
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Lobster Chicken Rice[/caption]
Chef Lee will be collaborating with Tunglok Heen senior executive chef Ken Ling, and Restaurant Labyrinth’s chef-owner Han Liguang. Chef Lee, Han, and Ken Ling will be delivering an exclusive five-course dinner menu ($40 a person) that promises to re-interpret and elevate Singapore’s iconic street food.
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Laksa Chee Cheong Fun[/caption]
Local favourites re-imagined
Savour dishes such as a “cup” made of Fried Oyster Omelette placed on top of a collaborative dish of grilled chicken satay, housed in an egg shell, and topped with peanut sauce foam. If you’re craving for something more local, give the Laksa Chee Cheong Fun a try! At STREAT, you’ll get to try unique local favourites re-imagined, while preserving the familiar flavours of the dishes.
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Chef Ken Ling and Susur Lee preparing a dish of laksa chee cheong fun. Image credit: The Straits Times[/caption]
More pop-up restaurants
In addition, hawkers and chefs from Casuarina Curry restaurant, The Disgruntled Chef, Candlenut, and Char will also helm stalls alongside the pop-up. This pop-restaurants are only available from 15 to 16 July, so be sure to save the dates!
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Besides the pop-up restaurant, diners get to choose from a curated selection of more than 10 popular hawkers and celebrated chefs. A variety of classic and modern interpretations of local food will be served.
Singapore’s culinary scene has certainly come a long way. With a dazzling range of delights at STREAT to choose from, you’ll sure be spoilt for choice.
So what are you waiting for? Mark down your calendars, call your makan kakis and get your tummies ready for some good food!
When: 15 – 16 July 2016, 5pm – 10:30pm
Admission: Free entry, variable pricing for food items
(All images are in courtesy of Singapore Food Festival unless otherwise stated. Header image by STREAT Facebook Page, words by author)
Also, read Kopitiam Talk – The Art Behind Your Everyday Kopi O Siew Tai
For more information about Singapore’s Food Festival, click here.
