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Immerse in the rich cultural tapestry of Singapore, crafting a vivid culinary landscape that entices travelers irresistibly. Join us as we discover unique and delightful dishes to try on a day in Singapore!
Recommended Delicacies to Try in Singapore
Breakfast
Kaya Toast with Soft-Boiled Eggs
Considered a local morning tradition, this is a renowned dish worldwide. Singaporeans begin their day with slices of bread generously layered with kaya, a rich coconut and egg jam. What makes it special is dipping the toast into soft-boiled eggs, creating a creamy and flavorful delight.
Destination suggestion:
Killiney Kopitiam: 67 Killiney Road, Singapore 239525
Chin Mee Chin Confectionery: 204 East Coast Road, Singapore 428903 (closed on Mondays)
Ya Kun Kaya Toast: 18 China Street #01-01, Far East Square, Singapore 049560 (with over 30 Ya Kun outlets across Singapore)
Chwee Kway
Ranked as the second most popular breakfast dish in the Lion City, Chwee Kway dominates most food streets and Johor Island. This dish is crafted from steamed mature rice flour, appearing soft and smooth, topped with sautéed radish, chili, and a blend of accompanying spices. While some youngsters may shy away from starchy delicacies like this, it would be a regrettable miss if you pass up the chance to savor this when touring Singapore.
Recommended Destination:
Jian Bo Shui Kueh: 30 Seng Poh Road #02-05, Tiong Bahru Market and Food Street (168898)
Lunch
Bak kut teh (Pork Rib Tea Soup)
There are numerous stories explaining the origin of this dish. One touching tale goes like this: In the past, a beggar on the verge of starvation knocked on the door of a noodle seller, asking for something to fill his stomach. Though the seller was also quite poor, moved by the beggar's plight, he took the leftover pork bones, seasoned them with fragrant spices, and brewed a rich, brown broth. Perhaps it was the genuine compassion that turned the broth into a savory elixir for the soul.
Recommended Destination:
Song Fa Bak Kut Teh: 11 New Bridge Road #01-01, Singapore 059383
Ng Ah Sio Bak Kut Teh: 208 Rangoon Road, Hong Building Singapore 218453 (closed on Mondays)
Ya Hua Bak Kut Teh: 7 Keppel Road, #01-05/07, PSA Tanjong Pagar Complex, Singapore 089053 (closed on Mondays)
Pomelo Salad
This dish harmoniously blends traditional Asian salad style with a common Singaporean ingredient – Pomelo, a fruit resembling grapefruit but with a sweet taste instead of sour. This unique twist makes Pomelo Salad more distinctive than ever.
Dim Sum Noodles
Dim Sum Noodles, a signature dish from Guangdong, features hand-pulled dry noodles dipped in a broth cooked using a traditional recipe. Atop the bowl of noodles are savory slices of thinly cut pork and beautifully crafted dumplings filled with either meat or shrimp.
Recommended Destination:
Fei Fei Dim Sum Noodles: 62 Joo Chiat Place, Singapore 427785
Parklane Zha Yun Tun Mee House: 91 Bencoolen Street, #01-53, Sunshine Plaza, Singapore 189652
Curry Laksa
Spicy and rich, Curry Laksa is a traditional dish in Peranakan culture, uniquely combining elements from Chinese, Malay, and Singaporean culinary styles. As a result, Laksa comes in many different variations, but you should definitely try this dish at least once to experience its diverse flavors.
Recommended Destination:
328 Katong Laksa: 51/53 East Coast Road, Singapore 428770
Sungei Road Laksa: Blk 27 Jalan Berseh, #01-100 Singapore 200027
Janggut Laksa: 1 Queensway, Queensway Shopping Centre #01-59, Singapore 149053
Popiah
Popiah is a rolled dish containing shrimp, eggs, carrots, sausage, fresh vegetables, and bean sprouts wrapped in a thin pastry, served with a special dipping sauce.
Recommended Destination:
Glory Catering: 139 East Coast Road, Singapore 428829 (closed on Sundays)
Fried Carrot Cake
Almost everyone in Singapore and Malaysia loves this dish. It consists of steamed rice flour and white radish cake, pan-fried and served with eggs and various spices.
Recommended Destination:
Carrot Cake: 20 Kensington Park Road, Chomp Chomp Food Centre, Singapore 557269 (closed on alternate Tuesdays)
Fu Ming Carrot Cake: Blk 85 Redhill Lane, Redhill Food Centre, Singapore 150085
He Zhong Fried Carrot Cake: 51 Upper Bukit Timah Road, Bukit Timah Market and Food Centre, Singapore 588172
Dinner
Dim Sum
Perhaps few words are needed as everyone knows Dim Sum is an essential part of Chinese culinary culture. The most renowned place for Dim Sum is Tim Ho Wan, 450 Toa Payoh Lorong 6, #02-02, ERA Centre, Singapore 319394.
Chilli Crab
Chilli Crab is a dish easily enjoyed everywhere on this island, and almost every visitor to Singapore shouldn't miss it.
Recommended Destination:
Red House Seafood Restaurant, 68 Prinsep Street, Singapore 188661
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Reference: Mytour Travel Guide
MytourNovember 17, 2015
