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Editor's Note: Some data below may or may not be accurate due to the ongoing pandemic. Before you travel, it is best to check Singapore’s guidelines to get the most updated information.
Hawker centers are an integral part of Singapore’s food culture as they reflect the city-island's creative taste. People from all walks of life contributed to the country’s food heritage where culinary skills, knowledge, and values have been passed on to the next generations.
Today, hawker centers in Singapore are dubbed as the “community dining rooms” where locals and tourists gather and enjoy the multicultural dishes that Singapore has to offer.
Hawker centers have affordable and delicious foods that will surely delight your cravings. For people who love to travel and eat, there are plenty of Singaporean foods that you shouldn’t miss. So, here are the best hawker centers in Singapore you might want to check out.
Chinatown Complex Food Center
This is considered the largest hawker center in Singapore with more than 260 food stalls placed right in the heart of Chinatown. It offers the cheapest local dishes ranging from S$2.50 to S$3.00. Diners can choose from local recipes of seafood, pork dishes, chicken rice, and cold desserts.
The best-selling dishes in Chinatown Complex are fish cake, pork porridge, steamed fish head, and xiao long bao.
Compared to other hawker centers, Hong Lim Market and Food Centre is less popular. Nevertheless, the two-storey food court is the home of the best street foods in Singapore. Whether you’re planning to have a quick lunch or dinner date, it is recommended to try the food stalls in Hong Lim.
Some of its best-selling Singaporean dishes are curry chicken cutlet, sweet potato Ondeh Ondeh, chicken wing nasi lemak, and char kway teow.
Address: 531A Upper Cross St, Singapore
Old Airport Road Food Center
You can find the most popular food stall in Old Airport Road Food Center. It remains a crowd favorite because of its authentic and budget-friendly local dishes such as Hokkien mee, soya beancurd, prawn noodles, and a lot more. You’ve also likely heard about its best-selling favorites including soya beancurd, Hokkien mee, rojak, and chee cheong fun.
Old Airport Road Food Center is also one of the oldest and largest food courts in the city with more than 150 stalls to choose from. If you’re planning to visit, it is advisable to research the opening time of your chosen food stall because each of them has different business hours.
Address: Block 51 Old Airport Road, Singapore
Tiong Bahru Market and Hawker Center
Serving traditional foods since 1970, Tiong Bahru Market and Hawker Center specializes in Chinese breakfast foods and other local delicacies such as Cantonese chee cheong fun and wu thow kou.
The food center is a two-storey building that has 255 wet market stalls on the first level and 85 food kiosks on the upper floor. The seating capacity can give access up to 1,050 diners considering that the hawker center is open late for nightlife hubs.
There is also accessible parking for everyone, as well as facilities for the disabled.
For tourists staying near Balestier, it is highly recommended to swing by Whampao Hawker Center, which is also known as Whampoa Makan Place.
The food court is dubbed as the “Morning Market” and usually serves breakfast and lunch meals. It is divided into two sides: Block 91 welcomes the morning crowd and Block 90 that caters to late-night diners.
Some of its sought-after dishes are prawn noodles, fish soup, carrot cake, and Chee Kueh (steamed rice cake served with salted radish).
Address: 91 Whampoa Dr, Singapore
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Are you into decorating or collecting ephemera from countries you’ve been to? Look no further, because WHSmith
is holding a free stamp rally at their branches at Changi Airport Terminals 3 and 4.
A stamp rally is an event that’s dedicated to collecting stamps that follow a theme at different sites. These can be found in train stations, rest areas, tourist attractions, museums, shopping malls, and other places.
Stamp rallies first started in Japan, where these courses are organized by chain stores, railroad companies, travel agencies, or even local tourist associations. Stamp rallies are commonly found around train stations, and anyone can join in!
Stamp rallies are all the rage for journaling enthusiasts and hobbyists everywhere. Some would even make it a point to bring an empty notebook whenever they go to Japan and allot some part of their day to finding stamps.
It’s also a way to get to know another culture!
Free Stamp Rally at WHSmith at Changi Airport
月蓂 (left) and 写手帐的卡尼 (right) via RED
WHSmith is a retailer specializing in stationery, books, gifts, and digital gadgets. Their stores are usually found at railway stations, airports, hospitals, and service station shops. WHSmith is found at every Changi Airport Terminal, but the stamp rally will only be available at their Terminal 3 and Terminal 4 outlets.
The stamp design at WHSmith Terminal 3 features a Chili Crab and honors the sweet and spicy Singaporean fave. The stamp at WHSmith Terminal 4 features the iconic Changi Airport Control Tower, complete with the Jewel and a little plane departing.
Make the most out of your layovers at Changi Airport with the free stamp rally! Don’t forget to bring your notebooks, postcards, or even your old boarding passes for a unique souvenir.
Opening Hours: 6 AM to 1 AM (Daily) (T3 Transit), 6 AM to 12 MN (Daily) (T4 Transit)
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Heads up, travelers! A new flight route to Singapore
has just been announced, connecting it directly to Mangalore, India!
The city-state is set to become the first Southeast Asian destination linked directly to Mangaluru International Airport (MIA) via Air India Express (AIE). This new expansion marks a significant milestone for MIA, which has catered to flights to destinations in Saudi Arabia and the Middle East. The new route underscores India’s Act East policy, which aims to strengthen ties with ASEAN nations.
Member of Parliament Captain Brijesh Chowtaannounced on X (Formerly Twitter) the exciting new route, alongside two other domestic flights connecting MIA to Pune and Delhi. AIE will be serving MIA to Singapore’s Changi Airport flights twice weekly from Jan. 21, 2025.
Photo from X (formerly Twitter)/@CaptBrijesh
“There have been multiple requests for better direct air connectivity between Mlore & Changi - highlighting which, I had also written to the Hon’ble Minister of Civil Aviation, Ram Mohan Naidu Kinjarapu, to enable the same,” wrote Captain Brijesh. “In this direction, the new flights between Mlore & Changi, bring good news & should encourage more providers to offer the same.”
The Member of Parliament also encouraged Mangaloreans based in Singapore to think of coming #BackToOoru — an initiative that urges Mangaloreans to return home and invest in their district.
Located between the Arabian Sea and the Western Ghats, the port city of Mangalore, or Mangaluru, is known for its coconut palms, beautiful beaches, and stunning temple architecture. Meanwhile, Singapore is a cultural melting pot known as Southeast Asia’s capital filled with world-class facilities, unique attractions, and delicious cuisine. Discover and explore these fantastic destinations by booking a flight here.
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Universal Studios Singapore will soon have a space solely for the beloved Minions from the “Despicable Me” franchise next year.
Resorts World Sentosa (RSW) announced that the theme park will open the Illumination’s Minion Land— a three-part adventure immersing fans and theme park-goers into the world of "Despicable Me” and “Minions” — on Feb. 14, 2025. These experiences include a themed dining spot, a minion marketplace, previously announced rides, exclusive merchandise, and more.
The highly anticipated themed space is a partnership between Universal Creative, Illumination, and Resorts World Sentosa.
Excited to know what’s in store for you and your fellow Minion lovers? Here’s what to expect:
Minion Marketplace
Website/Resorts World Sentosa
So, what’s a visit to a theme park without getting the merch you want? Minion Land will be offering two limited edition Universal Studios Singapore-exclusive Super Silly Space Killer figurines available at the Minion Marketplace.
These figurines will be launched in a premium vinyl collectible in iridescent finish (limited to 100 pieces), and a full-colored vinyl figure (limited to 1,000 pieces).
Apart from the figurines, the Super Silly Fun Land Collection will have 15 items, from themed T-shirts, homewares and souvenirs. Some designs include elements from the theme park itself.
Super Hungry Food Stand
Website/Resorts World Sentosa
Inspired by the waterfront snack stand in the film, this boardwalk eatery will charm every fan and theme park goer dining in it. The restaurant will feature culinary creations like a Japanese Curry Chicken Karaage Rice with crispy chicken karaage and poached vegetables,and a Vegan Burger featuring a crunchy mushroom patty with guacamole.
Minion-Shaped Mantou served with Singapore chili crab sauce are also available for those that want to try something more local, and chicken fingers with sweet potato balls are available for the kids.
Of course, what’s a “Despicable Me”-themed park without sweet treats inspired by Agnes’ FluffyUnicorn plushie or a Tim Bear Mousse Cake, right?
Website/Resorts World Sentosa
Minute of Minion Mayhem Show
The minions and Gru’s three daughters — Margo, Edith, and Agnes — will take over the streets in an all-new show, the “Minute of Minion Mayhem”!
You’ll get to see these beloved characters bust a dance move and play around with fart guns throughout the show, and you’d also get a chance to have a meet and greet sesh with them at the end.
Who knows, maybe you’d even see them, and Gru and Lucy, around Minion Land?
“Despicable Me”-themed rides!
First up, is Gru’s Neighborhood. Welcome to Gru, Lucy, and the girls’ home! Here, you’ll get to experience the Minion Mayhem, an unpredictable ride through Gru’s supervillain laboratory, and maybe even become one of the Minions!
Second, the Buggie Boogie, the first-ever Minion dance party-themed carousel only at Universal Studios Singapore. Guests can come on board their choice of any silly creature and boogie to some popular songs remixed by DJ Carl.
Third, the Silly Swirly. You can come and ride on any one of the uniquely styled vehicles and spin and soar around the sky while seeing the views of the Super Silly Fun Land and the lagoon.
The Minion Land first started construction during the second quarter of 2022, taking the place of the Madagascar zone.
Bello! Grab your bananas, fellow minions! See you at Minion Land next year?
For more information and all the latest park updates, follow Universal Studios Singapore on Instagram. You can also follow Resorts World Sentosa on their Facebook and Instagram pages for more fun experiences.
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As the song goes, “under one sun, the land and the sea,” the Disney Adventure is a place where magic sets sail and the wonders of the Disney universe come alive!
Are you ready to embark on a new adventure? We’re here to tell you everything we know so far about this exciting new voyage sailing from Singapore
next year!
Sail Dates & Bookings
The Disney Adventure will set sail from its port on Dec.15, 2025. The cruise will be sailing three to five-night voyages designed with only days at sea, immersing guests in experiences that bring to life the fantastical worlds and iconic characters at the heart of Disney, Pixar, and Marvel.
Bookings are now open for sail dates through March 2026. You can do so directly from the Disney Cruise Line website, Disney Cruise Line contact center, or through their preferred travel agents.
The 3-night inaugural voyage cruise starts atSG$2,099 for two guests in the Inside Stateroom category. 4-night voyages start from SG$1,766, while 5-night voyages start from SG$3,609. Itineraries from January 2026 sail dates can already be viewed here.
Accommodations
Deluxe Oceanview Stateroom with Verandah | Photo from Website/disneycruise.disney.go.com
The Disney Adventure is setting the bar high for cruises with its staterooms that highlight a blend of family-friendly convenience and special Disney touches. Much like staying at a Disneyland Hotel, each stateroom is equipped with thoughtful amenities that provide each guest with a comfortable retreat after their exciting days at sea. At this magnificent ship, guests can enjoy rooms designed with artworks inspired by stories in the Disney, Pixar, and Marvel universes!
Whether you’re looking for a simple stay with your loved one or to go all out with luxury and personalized services, here are the accommodation options on the Disney Adventure:
InsideStateroom – Ideal for families or adventurous friends traveling together, this room type can sleep up to four guests. There are also deluxe options that include views of the enchanting Disney Discover Reef area.
Oceanview - Enjoy passing ocean vistas in this stateroom that sleeps up to four guests and offers Deluxe options with comfier quarters and more square footage than a regular stateroom.
Verandah – Boasting views of the ocean, the Disney Discover Reef, and Imagination Garden from your own private balcony, this stateroom offers four single beds or a more spacious room with a queen bed and a sofa bed. Most of the verandah staterooms also have the signature “split bathroom” and amenities.
Concierge Suites – For those looking for luxurious accommodations, this type offers a selection of staterooms with views of Wayfinder Bay, an extra bedroom, and a private balcony. Guests staying in Concierge suites also get access to personalized services, benefits, and exclusive spaces including private retreats, luxury shopping, and first-class spa and fitness facilities.
Try Everything: Attractions and Recreations
On the Disney Adventure, magic comes alive through seven uniquely themed areas, each offering a wide range of attractions and experiences. It also boasts many “firsts” for the fleet including the first-ever roller coaster aboard a Disney Cruise Line ship!
Let’s explore the zones, shall we?
Town Square
Step into a celebration of Disney Royals with beloved Princess classics such as “Tangled,” “Cinderella,” and “Frozen” in this fantastical area offering lavishly themed dining, quaint cafés and lounges, imaginative salons, and marvelous shops.
This area serves as the main entertainment hub of the fleet and is where you’ll find the iconic Walt Disney Theatre—the venue for their Broadway-style shows. It’s also home to the Spellbound lounge, which is inspired by the Evil Queen from Disney Animation’s first-ever feature film, “Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs.”
Disney Imagination Garden
Located at the heart of the ship lies this wonderland brimming with the magic of Disney storytelling. As all stories begin with a spark of imagination, guests start their journey here with a festive Let’s Set Sail dance party.
This is also the place to catch some of your favorite Disney characters, enjoy amazing stage performances like “Avengers Assemble!” and feast on delightful Indian and Pacific cuisines at Gramma Tala’s Kitchen and Mowgli’s Eatery.
Disney Imagination Garden | Photo from Disney Cruise Line SGToy Story Place | Photo from Disney Cruise Line SG
Toy Story Place
Dive into an aquatic playground of fun with Woody, Buzz, and all your toy pals. This lively area spans the center of the upper decks and features the splashing good fun Sunnyside Family Pool, Woody and Jessie’s Wild Slides, the Flying Saucer Splash Zone, the Toy Story Splash Pad, and whirlpool spas.
What’s more, you can watch Disney films on two gigantic screens on deck while lounging by the pool. If you’re looking for some munchies to keep your energy up, the Pizza Planet serves up some pretty fantastic bites, and Wheezy’s Freezies has soft-serve ice cream to cool you down.
San Fransokyo Street
This lively zone blends the vibrant energy of Tokyo and laid-back charm of San Francisco. Inspired by “Big Hero 6,” this street is the home of urban-themed youth clubs, Edge and Vibe, as well as a trolley shop, shopping area, cable car lounge, and Baymax Cinemas where you can catch classic and newly released Disney movies.
This area also highlights Big Hero Arcade, a unique gaming lounge with video games and immersive, high-tech experiences.
Marvel Landing
Avengers, assemble! This adventure zone on the high seas is found on the ship’s upper deck and is the destination for superheroes to test their courage on three new attractions: Groot Galaxy Spin, Pym Quantum Racers, and Ironcycle Test Run—the first roller coaster on the Disney Cruise Line. Not only that, it’s also the longest at sea—spanning over 820 feet. That’s an adventure you won’t want to miss!
Marvel Landing | Photo from Disney Cruise Line SG
Wayfinder Bay
Inspired by “Moana,” this lounge deck is the perfect relaxing retreat featuring a pool area with a massive screen that doubles as a stage for interactive events and live shows such as “Moana: Call of the Sea.” You can also enjoy a refreshing beverage at the Wayfinder Bar and unwind in the sparkling wading pool.
Disney Discovery Reef
Get lost somewhere beyond the sea in this enchanting open area inspired by Disney’s underwater tales such as “The Little Mermaid,” “Finding Nemo,” and “Lilo and Stitch.” This zone is a coastal paradise filled with bars and upscale dining that will satisfy your cravings.
Savor tasty offerings at Cosmic Kebabs, sip on delicious bubble tea at Bewitching Boba and Brews or relax with a cup of coffee at Palo Café.
There’s also a breezy sports bar called Taverna Portorosso, which is inspired by the Italian village featured in Pixar’s “Luca.” For dining options, treat yourself at Palo Trattoria and Mike and Sulley’s Flavors of Asia. All of this is set amid dazzling coral reefs and glass canopies which turn into a bioluminescent paradise by night.
Be Our Guest: Dining Experiences
Disney Adventure invites everyone to be their guest and through a unique dining experience that will give you some of the most wonderful memories. We’ve breezed through some of the restaurants and bars you can find within the themed areas, but here are the highlighted dining spots aboard the fleet.
Hollywood Spotlight Club
A Disney cruise experience wouldn’t be complete without Character Meet & Greets and what better setting than to do it over a fantastic feast?
Immerse yourself in the glitz and glam of Hollywood’s Golden Age at this star-studded dinner club where you’ll be dazzled by live appearances of Mickey Mouse and the rest of the Disney VIPs dressed to the nines!
Navigator’s Club
This club continues the prestigious maritime tradition of dining at the “Captain’s Table.” Located near Town Square, this enchanting restaurant is festooned with vintage maps, charts, and artworks amid an art deco design. This club also offers Character Meet & Greets and musical performances.
Navigator’s Club | Photo from Website/disneycruise.disney.go.com
Animator’s Palate
This restaurant features an innovative dinner show where you’ll witness your drawings magically come to life! Here you’ll dine against a backdrop of film strips, clapboards, and director’s chairs, as well as display cases showcasing animation boards and props from popular Disney movies.
Animator’s Table
Be captivated by a world of color and song in this gallery-inspired restaurant. Like the Animator’s Palate, this dining hotspot also features stories from some of our beloved Disney films but focuses more on the artistry as it’s inspired by the classic ink and paint studios of Disney animators. Guests can dine amid paint brushes and authentic artworks from some of the company’s iconic movies.
Enchanted Summer Restaurant
This enchanting eatery features two dining rooms inspired by “Frozen” and “Tangled.” In the Maximus Room, guests can dine under lanterns and sit amid equestrian-inspired décor—a nod to the beloved horse from the film.
Meanwhile, the Olaf Room puts you at the heart of the summer solstice in Arendelle with ice and snow décor. Both rooms offer regional and international dinner menus, as well as breakfast and lunch buffets during the day.
Enchanted Summer Restaurant | Photo from Website/disneycruise.disney.go.com
Pixar Market Restaurant
This vibrant and bustling market offers a casual dining experience for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, and features an array of regional and international cuisine. Guests can enjoy classic favorites as well as plant-based offerings amid a setting inspired by Pixar films like “Inside Out” and “Cars.”
What’s Included in Your Stay?
We’ve shown you all the reasons why you should book your adventure on the newest Disney Cruise ship, but you might be wondering what exactly is included in your booking.
There’s so much to see and do at the Disney Adventure, and you can do them all as entertainment and activity offerings are included from Broadway-quality shows and fireworks spectaculars down to the character experiences, movie screenings, and pool access. Other special activities such as magical makeovers and royal tea parties with the characters are available for an add-on price.
Guests can also expect 24-hour room service and table service dining for breakfast, lunch, and dinner to be included in their booking price, as well as quick service snacks
and unlimited beverages on deck and at the restaurants. Adult-exclusive dining experiences, however, are not included. For more details, click here.
Follow Disney Cruise Line SG on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok to discover more Disney magic and experiences on the high seas.
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In search of an exciting holiday getaway with the whole family? Great news, because you can now get to catch Pikachu and the squad at Resorts World Sentosa (RWS)’s “Pokémon Aqua Adventure” — for a limited time only!
From today until Jan. 1, 2025, Pokémon fans and water park lovers alike will be delighted with the attraction’s Pokémon-themed activities at RWS’ Adventure Cove Waterpark.
At “Pokémon Aqua Adventure,” guests can look forward to thrilling rides and water activities, where they can get to explore the wonders of marine life.
Kids and kids-at-heart will also get to meet beloved characters from the animated series, including Pikachu, Squirtle, Bulbasaur, and Charmander, through a Pokémon Parade, which will be held every Saturday and Sunday from Dec. 1 to 19 and daily from Dec. 20 to 29 and Jan. 1.
There’s also a meet-and-greet session with the characters every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday from Dec. 1 to 19 and daily from Dec. 20 to 29 and Jan. 1, at 11 AM and 4 PM.
For tourists, a one-day ticket for the attraction is priced at S$40 (adults) and S$32 (children from four to 12 years old). Meanwhile, Singapore residents can purchase their tickets for only S$35 (adults) and S$28 (children).
A Family Fun Combo package is also available at S$80, which comes with two one-day passes for adults and one for kids, along with two food and beverage vouchers and one retail voucher worth S$5 each.
To view more details about the “Pokémon Aqua Adventure” or to buy tickets, head over to RWS’ website. Book your tickets and catch Pikachu and the gang while they're here!
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For decades, the magical world of Harry Potter has cast a spell over fans of all ages. Whether you’re a Gryffindor loyalist, a Hufflepuff at heart, or just someone who never got over waiting for your Hogwarts letter, the allure of the wizarding world is undeniable.
Luckily, in Asia, you don’t need a portkey or Floo powder to experience the magic firsthand. From breathtaking replicas of the iconic locations to immersive experiences that let you step into Harry’s world, these attractions are a haven for every Potterhead.
Ready to relive the magic? Let’s explore where the world of wands, potions, and Quidditch comes alive in Asia.
Step into the spellbinding world of Harry Potter: Visions of Magic, now open at Resorts World Sentosa in Singapore! Making its Asia premiere on Nov. 22, 2024, this immersive exhibition invites fans to explore ten captivating zones filled with multimedia installations, interactive art, and spellbinding experiences. Highlights include stepping aboard the Knight Bus, uncovering secrets at Grimmauld Place, and using interactive wands to reveal your fate in the Hall of Prophecy.
Exclusive to Singapore, visitors can delve into The Chamber of Secrets and The Trap Door, offering never-before-seen content. Enhance your journey with bespoke wands that unlock hidden elements, and round off the experience with a satisfying mug of Butterbeer and exclusive merchandise at the retail shop and café.
In addition to Visions of Magic, Singapore also hosted Harry Potter: A Forbidden Forest Experience at Siloso Point, Sentosa earlier this year. The immersive, illuminated forest trail thrilled visitors, allowing them to encounter magical creatures from the Wizarding World, such as hippogriffs and unicorns.
Buy tickets to visit Visions of Magic here. For more information, check out their website and Instagram.
Step into the magical world of Warner Bros. Studio Tour Tokyo – The Making of Harry Potter, the largest indoor Harry Potter attraction in the world and Asia’s first Warner Bros. Studio Tour. Opened in 2023, this extraordinary experience unveils the artistry behind the Harry Potter films, giving visitors a peek into the world of film production.
Explore iconic sets like Diagon Alley, The Great Hall, and the Forbidden Forest, along with the Tokyo-exclusive Ministry of Magic set featuring interactive magical elements. Visitors can step into the Ministry of Magic’s fireplaces and pose for photos as effects mimicking the effect of Floo powder add a touch of magic.
This winter, the tour will host Japan’s first-ever Hogwarts in the Snow, a seasonal event that brings Harry Potter’s Christmas magic to life. Running until Jan. 5, 2025, the tour will undergo a festive transformation inspired by scenes from Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone. Visitors can marvel at snow-dusted sets, twinkling lights, and enchanting decorations.
Buy tickets to The Making of Harry Potter here. For more information, check out their website and Instagram.
At The Wizarding World of Harry Potter at Universal Studios Japan, the magic of J.K. Rowling's beloved series comes alive! Opened in 2014, in Osaka, this immersive themed area transports fans to the heart of Hogsmeade Village, complete with snow-covered rooftops and iconic landmarks. Experience the thrill of Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey, an innovative ride that takes you on an unforgettable adventure through Hogwarts, or enjoy the family-friendly Flight of the Hippogriff roller coaster.
Beyond the rides, you can also immerse yourself in interactive attractions like Ollivanders Wand Shop, where the wand chooses the wizard, or catch live shows such as the Frog Choir and the Triwizard Spirit Rally. Indulge in traditional wizarding fare at The Three Broomsticks, sip on Butterbeer at Hog’s Head Inn, and shop for magical treats at Honeydukes or collectibles at Filch’s Emporium of Confiscated Goods.
Buy tickets to Wizarding World here. For more information, check out Universal Studios Japan's website and Instagram.
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Prepare to feast your eyes (and stomachs) to the flavors of Lion City, as the Singapore Tourism Board (STB) has announced a collaboration with viral social media chef and cookbook author Frankie Gaw for its new campaign, “Savoring Singapore!”
The collaboration campaign will showcase the city’s diverse flavors and its talented chefs through a content series with Gaw and a giveaway for global foodies who would love to explore Singapore.
Savoring Singapore: Exploring Lion City’s Culinary Scene
Under the campaign, the STB and Gaw will release a special content series on the latter’s travels to Singapore, where he immerses himself in the flavors and culture of the city. A special episode of his viral series “Turning American Classics Asian,” will also be dedicated for the campaign.
The content will likewise feature some of Singapore’s beloved hawker stalls, as well as itstop-rated restaurants, bars, and local culinary talents such as Chef Malcolm Lee of Pangium, Chef Paul Liew of Keng Eng Kee, Chef-Artist Janice Wong, and Yi Jun Juan of No Sleep Club.
The first part of the content has already been unveiled on Gaw’s social media pages. A second part will be released on Dec. 2.
In collaboration with travel booking platform Klook, the STB is also sponsoring a vacation giveaway for one lucky traveler and one guest, inclusive of flight tickets and special activities at the foodie paradise.
To join the giveaway, head over to Gaw’s social media channels and comment all the things you’d love to explore in Singapore on the promotional content post. Make sure your profile is set to public for a chance to get picked!
Entries will only be accepted until Dec. 20, so make sure to write down your comments on or before the said date. For more details about the giveaway, click here.
To stay updated on “Savoring Singapore,” follow Frankie Gaw on TikTok and Instagram or search the hashtags #MadeinSingapore and #VisitSingapore.
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