Eating is a national pastime in Singapore. With a variety of places to enjoy this pastime, it is no surprise at all if the phrase "eat to your heart's content" had originated from Singapore. Dining at the hawker center is an iconic representation of our way of life. This week, you will be introduced to some popular dining haunts.
Singapore has its share of white-linen restaurants, but food-mad locals salivate for hawker centers, open-air food courts where different stalls serve a variety of food. This court, which sits in a tropical park on the beach, is one of the most popular. With more than 50 stalls, the East Coast Lagoon Village offers everything from barbecued tiger prawns to Indonesian satay to drinks made from grass jelly and aloe vera.
Lau Pa Sat of today is located in the middle of the business district. A huge range of different food, reasonable prices and a vibrating atmosphere make this not only a tourist attraction but also a nice place to get a good meal. The 10 unique must try dishes are: laksa, chili/black pepper crab, ba kut teh, fried carrot cake, satay, hainanese chicken rice, char kway teow, roti prata fish-head curry and rojak.
Newton Circus is probably the second best known hawker centre in Singapore, next to Lau Pa Sat, so much that both are usually crowded with tourists rather than locals. It has been promoted by the Singapore Tourism Board as an ideal tourist attraction to sample local cuisine. It is also easy to find (as it is only a stone's throw from Orchard Road) and you find almost all the local delicacies that is popular in Singapore.
This age old food centre is one of the most famous in Singapore, and is known among locals as the Serangoon Gardens Food Centre. Chomp Chomp springs to life in the evenings, when food lovers from all over the island flock to the food centre to enjoy local signature dishes such as grilled stingray, barbecued chicken wings, carrot cake, ice kacang, popiah, Hokkien Mee and more. In addition, many stalls have actually won multiple awards. To best enjoy Singapore’s tropical balmy weather while savouring our famous local delights, snag a table on the timber deck facing the road. Remember to bring lots of tissues, as you’ll be sure to work up a sweat by the end of the evening. Don’t say we didn’t remind you about that chili..
Makansutra Gluttons Bay is a project of Makansutra, Singapore's most reputable publisher of street-food guidebooks, where the city's 12 most highly-rated hawkers have been given an exclusive space. This is one of the best places for dinner and supper in Singapore. Surrounded by retro-inspired push-carts and offering a spectacular view of the Marina Bay skyline, this open-air, moon-lit food centre is a hotspot for visitors. Take your pick from a wide range of famous local treats such as fried carrot cake, oyster omelette, chilli crab and roti jala (lacy pancakes served with delicious curry), or try the more unusual roti kaya fondue.
Marina South hawker centre is well-known for both its seafood and steamboat stalls. Steamboat is a way of cooking whereby a pot of water is placed over a small stove on the table and brought to boil. You then cook your own food, buffet style, in the boiling soup, or fry meats on a hotplate coated with butter.
The Roti Prata House has been featured quite heavily in the past in various articles, magazines and food shows in Singapore. It has gained a reputation for having a particular unique was of cooking the roti prata, which results in the prata basically being deep fried so that it is crispy. It is a popular haunt with both locals and foreigners in search of a 80 cent roti prata at 2 am in the morning. Don't forget to try the teh-tarik as well. After a late-night meal here, you are guaranteed to feel truly Singaporean.
One of the best things about being in Singapore is undoubtedly the food. It is no secret that Singaporeans eat and drink with a passion. Furthermore, the humble hawker centre is a national treasure in Singapore - offering a unique dining experience that is hard to beat.
Join us and be spoil for choice with varieties of local food in Singapore!
Eating is a national pastime in Singapore. With a variety of places to enjoy this pastime, it is no surprise at all if the phrase "eat to your heart's content" had originated from Singapore. Dining at the hawker center is an iconic representation of our way of life. This week, you will be introduced to some popular dining haunts.
Singapore has its share of white-linen restaurants, but food-mad locals salivate for hawker centers, open-air food courts where different stalls serve a variety of food. This court, which sits in a tropical park on the beach, is one of the most popular. With more than 50 stalls, the East Coast Lagoon Village offers everything from barbecued tiger prawns to Indonesian satay to drinks made from grass jelly and aloe vera.
Lau Pa Sat of today is located in the middle of the business district. A huge range of different food, reasonable prices and a vibrating atmosphere make this not only a tourist attraction but also a nice place to get a good meal. The 10 unique must try dishes are: laksa, chili/black pepper crab, ba kut teh, fried carrot cake, satay, hainanese chicken rice, char kway teow, roti prata fish-head curry and rojak.
Newton Circus is probably the second best known hawker centre in Singapore, next to Lau Pa Sat, so much that both are usually crowded with tourists rather than locals. It has been promoted by the Singapore Tourism Board as an ideal tourist attraction to sample local cuisine. It is also easy to find (as it is only a stone's throw from Orchard Road) and you find almost all the local delicacies that is popular in Singapore.
This age old food centre is one of the most famous in Singapore, and is known among locals as the Serangoon Gardens Food Centre. Chomp Chomp springs to life in the evenings, when food lovers from all over the island flock to the food centre to enjoy local signature dishes such as grilled stingray, barbecued chicken wings, carrot cake, ice kacang, popiah, Hokkien Mee and more. In addition, many stalls have actually won multiple awards. To best enjoy Singapore’s tropical balmy weather while savouring our famous local delights, snag a table on the timber deck facing the road. Remember to bring lots of tissues, as you’ll be sure to work up a sweat by the end of the evening. Don’t say we didn’t remind you about that chili..
Makansutra Gluttons Bay is a project of Makansutra, Singapore's most reputable publisher of street-food guidebooks, where the city's 12 most highly-rated hawkers have been given an exclusive space. This is one of the best places for dinner and supper in Singapore. Surrounded by retro-inspired push-carts and offering a spectacular view of the Marina Bay skyline, this open-air, moon-lit food centre is a hotspot for visitors. Take your pick from a wide range of famous local treats such as fried carrot cake, oyster omelette, chilli crab and roti jala (lacy pancakes served with delicious curry), or try the more unusual roti kaya fondue.
Marina South hawker centre is well-known for both its seafood and steamboat stalls. Steamboat is a way of cooking whereby a pot of water is placed over a small stove on the table and brought to boil. You then cook your own food, buffet style, in the boiling soup, or fry meats on a hotplate coated with butter.
The Roti Prata House has been featured quite heavily in the past in various articles, magazines and food shows in Singapore. It has gained a reputation for having a particular unique was of cooking the roti prata, which results in the prata basically being deep fried so that it is crispy. It is a popular haunt with both locals and foreigners in search of a 80 cent roti prata at 2 am in the morning. Don't forget to try the teh-tarik as well. After a late-night meal here, you are guaranteed to feel truly Singaporean.
One of the best things about being in Singapore is undoubtedly the food. It is no secret that Singaporeans eat and drink with a passion. Furthermore, the humble hawker centre is a national treasure in Singapore - offering a unique dining experience that is hard to beat.
Join us and be spoil for choice with varieties of local food in Singapore!
As businesses start to wind down for the day, Singapore’s energy continues to thrive.
Even at night, she offers an array of activities to keep people entertained; Malls are open till at least 9pm,
nightclubs and bars are swelling with customers even at unearthly hours, and the Esplanade is hosting yet another performance or concert.
The list of entertainment goes on and on. It almost seems as if Singapore never sleeps. However, this does not happen overnight.
The leisure and entertainment scene in Singapore is a result of investments in infrastructural development.
One of our latest developments is the Integrated Resorts; Marina Bay Sands and Resorts World Sentosa.
These Integrated Resorts coupled with all the other main attractions in Singapore have transformed her skyline.
In addition, infrastructural developments have equipped Singapore with an efficient transport system.
This makes it easier and convenient for people to navigate themselves around the city.
Singapore’s vibe throbs deep into the night with an array of events and activities. Many international and
regional events and festivals were held in Singapore. Some examples are the Formula One Night Race, Sun Festival
and the World Expo 2010. Festive seasons are not forgotten either. This coming December, Orchard Road will illuminate
with the annual Christmas light up which includes street performances. Fireworks will also be on display to usher in the New Year.
A true trip to Singapore will only be completed with Shopping and Dining. Home to the East and West, Singapore offers a
myriad of ethnic cuisines. To immerse in the local culture, do visit our hawker centers. If you are looking for a more elegant
dining experience, there are many competent restaurants to whet your appetite. With countless establishments and hawker centers opening
late into the night, you will never go hungry in Singapore.
New shopping malls seemingly appear every few months. From high fashion to street wear, push cart to mega malls, shoppers find themselves
presented with a variety of options. It is no wonder, Singapore has been dubbed a shoppers’ haven. A list of recommended restaurants and malls
will be posted in the coming weeks. Feel free to drop by then!
The establishment of the dining, shopping and entertainment arena has led to Singapore being a popular tourist destination. The constant stimulation
from various forms of activities keeps people in merriment. As such this vibrant and cosmopolitan city has drawn millions of tourist. Tourism has since
become a sustainable industry in Singapore. Now, how about joining in the fun?
In collaboration with Singapore Tourism board or STB, we have created a blog to provide you with useful guide and information on Singapore’s Nightlife.
This is in line with STB’s theme – Your Singapore. The theme seeks to fulfill a personalized experience according to your needs and wants. Start your adventure
in Singapore with this blog. You will be able to find information on late-night shopping haunts, restaurants, bars and clubs. Guides to places of interests and
their host of activities will also be given. Do look out for our list of upcoming events and activities too!
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