Of all the classic Peranakan dishes, Ayam Buah Keluak is arguably the most iconic. The black and bitter insides of the seed impart a deep and earthy flavour that’s truly unique and delicious.
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Our memorable meals in 2023
They covered a wide spectrum of cuisines and price points. Ranging from a high-end buffet in a five star hotel, to an everyday dish at a hawker centre, and even a meal at 10,000 metres above sea level.
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Cherki is not afraid to experiment with bold Peranakan flavours
We eagerly scanned through all 38 items on the menu. They all sounded really enticing, and the thought of ordering everything briefly crossed our minds.
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The babat satay at Yunos N Family is sangat sedap
It’s surprisingly clean tasting and soft to the bite, with a texture similar to squid that’s cooked just right. There’s a bit of gaminess, which is unavoidable since it’s offal after all, but it’s a gaminess with a good character.
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Satisfying our Thai food cravings at Khao Hom by Rung Mama
It’s been a while since we’ve flown to Bangkok, but being grounded hasn’t stopped us from getting our regular fix in Singapore.
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Elotes, Sisig and other Mexican x Filipino dishes at Alegria
Uniquely Mexican items were featured prominently in the interior décor, including colourful sombreros and vivid Día de los Muertos masks.
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Hearty and robust Peranakan flavours at Straits Chinese Signatures
Of all the dishes we had, across two separate visits, the Udang Asam Goreng was easily our favourite. Followed by the Bakwan Kepiting, Ayam Buah Keluak and Babi Pongteh.
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Fusion food is hard to pull off, but 15 Stamford does it masterfully
It’s easy to descend into fusion/confusion when mixing ingredients, cooking methods, seasonings and presentations across so many different cuisines, but 15 Stamford navigated it wonderfully.
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Enjoying a lazy afternoon in Singapore as local tourists
Theoretically, it’s now possible to fly again. But with all the uncertainties and inconsistencies in travel policies, we’ve decided to remain grounded for at least another year. While we wait for skies to clear, we wanted to enjoy the experience of being local tourists and spent a lazy, boozy weekend afternoon with old friends.
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Gentle introduction to Peranakan cuisine at Godmama
If you’ve never had Peranakan food before, Godmama offers a gentle introduction to a whole new world of flavours that might just get you addicted.
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