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Sambal, Spices & Survival: Essential Ingredients Every SG Expat Should Stock
Image courtesy of detik.com Moving to Singapore can feel like stepping into a kitchen you have never cooked in before. Shelves look familiar yet different. Brands do not match what you are used to. The sauces seem endless, the spice blends have names that may not ring a bell, and the heat level sometimes makes your eyes water before you even start cooking. If you are an expat, a tourist staying for an extended period, or someone completely new to Singapore, this guide is for

Singapore Expats Association
Dec 23, 20255 min read


Expat Kitchen Hacks: Recreating Hawker Classics Anywhere
Courtesy of Freshfarms.com If you have ever found yourself overseas staring at a bowl of noodles that looks nothing like the comforting chaos of your favourite hawker dish, you are not alone. Many Singaporeans and expats who lived here eventually go through that same moment, a kind of culinary nostalgia that hits without warning. You might be in a supermarket aisle somewhere in Sydney or Munich or Toronto, holding a bottle of soy sauce that tastes suspiciously flat, wondering

Singapore Expats Association
Dec 2, 20256 min read


A True Italian Escape in the Heart of Keong Saik: Acqua e Farina
Where Authentic Italian Dining Meets Singapore’s City Life If you are looking for a family-friendly Italian restaurant in Singapore or a cozy place for weekday office lunches, Acqua e Farina at Keong Saik is a perfect choice. Run by Chef Antonio Manetto from Naples and Chef Roberto Galbiati from Milan, this restaurant brings together the best of Northern Italian cuisine and Southern Italian flavours. After winning over diners at The Rail Mall, Acqua e Farina now welcomes gues

Singapore Expats Association
Nov 11, 20253 min read


10 Unique & Kid-Friendly Restaurants in Singapore: Where Dining is an Adventure
Dining out with kids in Singapore doesn’t have to mean the same old high chair and plain kids’ menu. The Lion City is bursting with...

Singapore Expats Association
Sep 2, 20254 min read


Top 20 Must-Try Local Dishes in Singapore
If Singapore is renowned for one thing, it's undoubtedly the food. While it might not top global lists for shopping or sightseeing, this...

Singapore Expats Association
Aug 12, 20254 min read


5 Must-Try Cafes in Singapore for Every Coffee Lover
Image courtesy of Middleclass.sg Singapore may be small in size but its cafe scene is bursting with creativity, flavour, and charm. From...

Singapore Expats Association
Jul 11, 20254 min read
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