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Fried Carrot Cake
Made from an old-world recipe that’s been a local favourite for many years, carrot cake is also known as chai tow kueh and actually consists of cubes of steamed rice flour and white radish, fried in egg-like an omelette and garnished with spring onions, a recipe common to the Teochews in Singapore. It can be served “white” (plain) or “dark” (seasoned with sweet soya sauce), and is perfect for those looking for a quick yet satisfying meal. (Warning: This is a gut-busting, artery-clogging dish so go easy on it and have it in moderation.)
Rojak
One rojak variation is adapted from Malay and Chinese cuisines, which is a veritable toss of beansprouts, greens, tau pok (or deep-fried soybean cake), yu tiao (a crispy long strip of fried flour) pineapple, cucumber, and a generous sprinkle of finely chopped roasted peanuts well-tossed (which gives it ample texture and a lovely crunchy bite) with a spicy fermented prawn paste sauce.
Satay
Often served in bunches of 10 (individual sticks are also sold), it goes in accord with a dip of spicy and sweet peanut sauce, and is usually accompanied with chopped onion, cucumber and ketupat (Malay rice cakes wrapped in a weaving pattern of coconut leaves).
Hainanese Chicken Rice
Hainanese chicken rice is a gem of a recipe adapted from early Chinese immigrants originally from the Hainan province in southern China. The dish is simple : bite-sized pieces of steamed white chicken, fragrant rice (it’s pre-fried in chicken fat and cooked in chicken broth), light or dark soy sauce, and a delicious ground chilli and ginger paste.
Roti Prata
Roti prata evolved from the original pancake recipes from Pakistan and India, and is a favourite in Singapore. Roti means “bread”, and prata means “flat”, but it is actually closer to a pancake with a lightly flavoured and subtle sweet dough that makes for a gratifying meal, especially in the mornings.
Chilli Crab
Some of the best places to lap up this stunning creation include No Signboard Seafood Restaurant, Jumbo Seafood and Long Beach Seafood at the East Coast Lagoon Food Village which sits right by the beach at East Coast Park. What makes this dish so special is its sensuous, sweet yet savoury sauce, created with a base of chilli and tomato sauces which will electrify your palate and satisfy your taste buds.
The Rice Table - Stupendous Staple
Coined by the Dutch to describe Indonesian cuisine, Rijsttafel literally means “rice table”, which in early days, referred to a lavish feast spread out on a table that can take hours to consume. In a manner typical to that of royal families, a dollop of rice will first be scooped onto your plate before you are served the dishes one by one.
Princess Terrace - Royal Cuisine
The Princess Terrace Café is renowned for serving the best authentic Penang cuisine in Singapore. With a selection of over 60 items on the buffet spread, you can indulge in a colourful gastronomic experience with food made from the finest ingredients and crafted by master chefs from Penang.
Suntec City Mall - Fountains of fun
It might not be the newest, but Suntec City Mall still offers one of the most interesting shopping destinations in Singapore. Certainly one of the biggest and possibly one of the best known, it opened in 1995 and has featured in TV reality show The Amazing Race several times thanks to its distinctive fountain. Right at the centre of Suntec City Mall, this enormous Fountain of Wealth claims to be the largest fountain in the world.
VivoCity - Waterfront shopping
As Singapore’s largest retail and lifestyle destination, VivoCity is an imposing part of the country’s plethora of shopping options. Located next to the water across from Sentosa Island, the mall is beautifully set up as an easygoing and fun shopping destination.
Ngee Ann City - Something for everyone
Ngee Ann City is a staple of Orchard Road, with something to delight everyone. Another large mall on the Orchard Road shopping strip, this mall has seven levels and more than 100 specialty stores including Cartier, Zara, Calvin Klein, Hugo Boss, Dior and Armani.
Funan Digital Mall - Gadget gateway
Funan Digital Mall is one of the best places in Singapore to go to, for all things computer and tech-related. Found in the City Hall area between Victoria Street and North Bridge Road, it positions itself as Asia’s leading IT shopping mall – with people coming from afar to have a browse through all of its specialty digital shops.
Orchard Central - European shopping
As Singapore’s tallest vertical mall, Orchard Central is an exciting and inviting spot to do your shopping. Designed such that glass is a central feature throughout, the mall has a breezy and welcoming feel.
ION Orchard - A luxury feast
The imposing and majestic ION Orchard is the newest addition to the famous Orchard Road shopping strip. Amongst the largest in Singapore, this shopping mall has more than 300 food and retail outlets. Big luxury brands with new-concept shops and flagship stores here include Prada, Cartier, Louis Vuitton, Dior and Dolce & Gabbana.
Orchard Road - The famous shopping strip
Orchard Road received its name from the orchards that used to encompass the area until the early 19th century, when a mysterious disease wiped out the nutmeg plantations. Since this area was surrounded by valleys, floods were also common here.
Little India - The sounds of Little India
Little India is a cacophony of car horns, bicycle bells and the vibrant chatter of its residents. This explosion of sights, smells and sounds that you’ll find in Tekka Market is only a short walk from Little India MRT Station.
Chinatown
Chinatown is Singapore’s largest historic district, nestled close to the bustling business hub. When Raffles announced Singapore as a trading post in 1819, many Chinese flocked to Singapore, and by the end of the 1860s, the Chinese community had grown to encompass 65% of the population in Singapore.
Kampong Glam - Little Arabia
The name of this quaint historic district possibly originates from the Gelam Tree, which used to grow in plentiful abundance in the area. In 1822, the land in Kampong Glam was officially allocated to the Malays and other Muslims, while it was also home to a small but successful community of Arab traders. In 1989, the Urban Development Authority gazetted Kampong Glam as a conservation area and most of the original architecture has now been restored and refurbished.
Holland Village - Escape the hustle and bustle
Holland Village is a favourite haunt for the expatriate community in Singapore, owing to the laidback charm it exudes. It is the perfect place if you want to spend the entire day relaxing, catching up with friends or simply listening to music.
Signature Dishes - Savour the best foods in Singapore
Delight your taste buds with Singapore’s signature dishes. Be sure to try the chilli crab that is sure to spice things up a little with its piquant gravy. If you really love spicy dishes, then you must try the fish head curry too.
Cuisines of Singapore
Despite its small size, Singapore offers you an incredible variety of colourful cuisines and sumptuous dining choises.
About Singapore
Singapore is a city-state in Southeast Asia. Founded as a British trading colony in 1819, since independence it has become one of the world's most prosperous countries and sports the world's busiest port. Combining the skyscrapers and subways of a modern, affluent city with a medley of Chinese, Indian and Malay influences and a tropical climate, with tasty food, good shopping and a vibrant nightlife scene, this Garden City makes a great stopover or springboard into the region.
Key Facts
Many people marvel at the beauty of Singapore and her progressiveness. Most impressive to note is that she was formerly just a humble fishing village, inhabited by an indigenous settlement.
People, Language & Culture
One of the most remarkable aspects of Singapore is the truly cosmopolitan nature of her population, a natural result of the country’s geographical position and commercial success. Established by Thomas Stamford Raffles as a trading post on 29 January 1819, the small sea town of Singapore soon attracted migrants and merchants from China, the Indian sub-continent, Indonesia, the Malay Peninsula and the Middle East.
Getting to Singapore
Getting there by Air, Rail, Bus, Sea
A Brief History
During the 14th century, this small but strategically located island earned a new name. According to the legend, Sang Nila Utama, a Prince from Palembang (the capital of Srivijaya), was out on a hunting trip when he caught sight of an animal he had never seen before. Taking it to be a good sign, he founded a city where the animal had been spotted, naming it “The Lion City” or Singapura, from the Sanskrit words “simha” (lion) and “pura” (city).
