Singapore is a melting pot of cultures as our forefathers journeyed here to make a living. They brought with them their local cuisines and over time, this little island became quite famous for its very wide and tasty selection of Indian, Malay, Western & Chinese food.
A sampling of some local delights …
Laksa
Porridge
Roast Meats
Kopi
Desserts
We are indeed spoilt with great food choices in Singapore and depending on our preference & budget, we can dine at the Hawker Centers, Air-Con Food Courts, Restaurants or Private Home Dining.
Hawker Centers
Most Singaporeans will have at least a meal in a hawker center daily. These food centers are easily accessible, offer a wide variety, reasonably priced and really shiok!
Air-Con Food Courts
Mainly located within malls, these food courts are priced slightly higher than the hawker centers with equally wide variety, great quality but in a much cooler environment.
Restaurants
The restaurants cater to a very diverse clientele and can be found in the neighborhood, malls, office buildings, hotels and entertainment areas. The variety is dazzling and the price range from budget to the most posh.
Private Home Dining
Cooked in the home of the chef, Private Home Dining has been a hit with those willing to pay a bit more to try something different and away from other diners.
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Image Credit: National Archives of Singapore
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