Joanna James
One of the most lovable aspects of Singapore is its abundance of both fine dining and hawker-style dishes that delight to no end. There is something for everyone, and if you are on a strict budget during your visits, the hawker stalls have got you covered!
The word 'laksa' instantly conjures up sensations of warmth, a variety of textures and flavours to delight your palate. There is something particularly alluring about the laksa being dished out by the Depot Road Zhen Shan Mei Clay pot Laksa.
This dish is so spectacular that it is listed on the Michelin Bib Gourmand as something that should not be missed if you are in the vicinity of the Alexandra Village. Be sure to arrive early to skip the queues and do not be afraid to order extra as the portions may not be sufficient if you are feeling ravenous.
If you are looking for a hearty yet refreshing dish after wandering around the city, this may be just what you need. With a rich broth poured atop several portions of pork ribs this is just what you need to sate your hunger. If you feel like you might need a little bit more weight to the meal, feel free to request their mee sua dish that is sure to hit the spot.
The soft pillowy dough filled with a variety of meats makes for the perfect treat. There is no surprise that these bao's are crowd favourite. With their bite-sized composition, there is nothing better than going through 10 pieces at a stretch and revelling in the delightful fusion of flavour and texture!
Be sure to stop by the Shang Hai La Mian Xiao Long Bao to ensure that you get your hands on the best baos on the market. If you are staying at a hotel near Harbourfront Singapore such as the Park Hotel Alexandra, be sure to make a plan in your room of how you want to insert each shop into your rooms to cover the most ground!
The making of a hearty lunch generally consists of a good-sized portion of chicken, rice, vegetables and a handful of well-balanced spices. Bringing a kick with spices and plenty of texture from the vegetables, the clay pot chicken rice is hard to put down.
An extremely popular dish amongst the locals, this dish should be tried by all visitors to Singapore to appreciate the integration of regional flavours and techniques that goes into making this dish. Given its popularity and the time taken to prepare the dish, it is always better to call ahead to pick up your order.
Many of you may already be aware of the Michelin starred hawker stall in Singapore that is popular for its soya sauce chicken. Unfortunately, due to its popularity, it is quite hectic to wait in the long queues to get a taste of this dish. If you do not mind a slight variation, be sure to try out the Xiang Jiang Soya Sauce Chicken that has a similar menu and provides you options of rice or noodles to help soak up the sauces of the chicken.
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