Kaya Toast
Sweet coconut jam on perfectly-browned toast is the star of a traditional Singaporean breakfast, often accompanied by local coffee and a soft-boiled egg.
Hainanese Chicken Rice
Hainanese chicken rice is a dish of poached chicken and seasoned rice, served with chilli sauce and usually with cucumber garnishes. It was created by immigrants from Hainan in southern China and adapted from the Hainanese dishes of Wenchang chicken and Wenchang chicken rice.
Satay
Satay is a popular local street food in Singapore, consisting of seasoned, skewered, and grilled meat served with a sweet and savory peanut sauce. While its origins are in Indonesia, Singapore has its own take on the dish, featuring chicken, beef, and mutton, and sometimes including elements like pineapple in the sauce. Singaporean satay is enjoyed at hawker centers, such as Lau Pa Sat, and is often accompanied by cucumber, onion, and ketupat (rice cakes).
Laksa
Rice noodles and a spicy aromatic coconut-based curry broth are paired together in one delicious bowl, and topped with a variety of ingredients such as shrimp, fish cake, tofu puffs and cockles.
Char Kway Teow
Made from flat rice noodles and cooked in a wok for a smoky flavour, this dish is stir-fried with garlic, soy sauce, Chinese sausage, bean sprouts and cockles.
Briyani
A flavorful and aromatic South Asian rice dish made by cooking basmati rice with a mix of spices, herbs, and meat. Biryani is typically served with a side of cooling yogurt-based raita, adding balance to its richness.
Bak Kut Teh
A flavorful Chinese soup made from pork ribs simmered with garlic, herbs, and spices, typically served with rice or noodles and often accompanied by pickled vegetables and soy sauce.
Durian
Durian, often dubbed the "king of fruits," has a strong, distinctive aroma and a rich, custard-like texture. It is a true delicacy for those who can appreciate its bold taste.