The food here is incredible. Of course, that film gave the impression that it's a largely Chinese population but the wonderful thing about Singapore - something which Crazy Rich Asians conveniently overlooked - is that it has three major races - Malay, Chinese and Indian - and their respective cuisines are all here in abundance. There are also various other types of food - Peranakan, Eurasian etc - widely available too. The hawker centres here, with dozens of differing food stalls, are something to see.
If you ever have the chance to visit Singapore, or even just check out a Singaporean restaurant, I would particularly urge you to try:
nasi lemak
roti prata
mee soto
chilli crab
laksa
...and chicken rice, probably the most famous Singaporean dish.
But, really, there is so much to try here - I cannot recommend it highly enough.
The food here is incredible. Of course, that film gave the impression that it's a largely Chinese population but the wonderful thing about Singapore - something which Crazy Rich Asians conveniently overlooked - is that it has three major races - Malay, Chinese and Indian - and their respective cuisines are all here in abundance. There are also various other types of food - Peranakan, Eurasian etc - widely available too. The hawker centres here, with dozens of differing food stalls, are something to see.
If you ever have the chance to visit Singapore, or even just check out a Singaporean restaurant, I would particularly urge you to try:
nasi lemak
roti prata
mee soto
chilli crab
laksa
...and chicken rice, probably the most famous Singaporean dish.
But, really, there is so much to try here - I cannot recommend it highly enough.
WOW you are so lucky to live there and thanks for breaking down this for us. I liked the movie, but the one thing that stayed in my mind was the food lol. When they were chowing down in the cart vendors grub I was like WHOA I need to try this! How are the prices to USD is it expensive there? I have this assumption that everything is expensive over there.
I heard the chili crab is really good as well. Im not sure about the other 4 things you suggested, perhaps I'll Google those.
I personally never thought of Singapore as mostly Chinese, I actually viewed it as mostly Malaysian. I think the movie had Indian bodyguards guarding the grandmas house for the party right?
I might try to go to Singapore next year actually can I message you for some tips and questions?
I personally never thought of Singapore as mostly Chinese, I actually viewed it as mostly Malaysian. I think the movie had Indian bodyguards guarding the grandmas house for the party right?
I might try to go to Singapore next year actually can I message you for some tips and questions?
Yes, feel free to message me with any questions! I am British but have been living in Singapore for the past seven years. It's a fantastic place to visit, although I would advise anyone who travels far to come here to combine with a visit to somewhere else in the region - Indonesia, Thailand, Malaysia etc.
I think the population is about 70 per cent Chinese although the Malays were the 'original' inhabitants. Yes, the Indian guards were the only non-Chinese people I spotted in the film. I think the book is a little more diverse but the film has come under a lot of criticism here for the lack of diversity.
I haven't eaten there, but I'd sure like to visit! I'm glad they took the time to have a scene on the top of the Marina Bay Sands Tower.
Pretty cool! And not bad for a chick flick.
Yes that hotel is like the nicest looking hotel in the world! I keep seeing IG models posing on top of it LOL
LOL It is impressive at first but the more you look at Marina Bay Sands the less you tend to like it. I think it looks like an ironing board.
Would you recommend staying there or at the Conrad? I was thinking to stay there just for the pool and to take pictures. But I heard the Conrad is much nicer and less touristy? Maybe I can do 1 night at MBST and 2 nights at Conrad? Are they close by walking distance?
Would you recommend staying there or at the Conrad? I was thinking to stay there just for the pool and to take pictures. But I heard the Conrad is much nicer and less touristy? Maybe I can do 1 night at MBST and 2 nights at Conrad? Are they close by walking distance?
I don't know, to be honest... both of those hotels are a long way out of my price range! I have paid the $20 to ride the lift to the top of MBS a couple of times, which gives a great view of the island, but you can only use or even approach the infinity pool if you are a hotel resident. I have heard of people who will get together in a group, collectively book a room in MBS for one night just so they can use the pool.
If you are definitely looking at high-end, The Fullerton is another well-known hotel. Yes, all are quite close together in the bay area. There's also the Raffles, of course, which is the most expensive and iconic of all. Definitely a must visit if only to walk around and enjoy a Singapore Sling!
Also live in SG, hawkers are cheap (around $2-$5 meals) but don't go to Newton (featured in movie) since it's more touristy and pricey. Actually in the book they went to Lau Pa Sat - they were debating if it's the best satay, also touristy. Id Should checkout Old Airport Road, Bukit Timah centre or Chinatown hawkers for your fix of laksa, curry chicken noodles, char kway teow, minced pork noodle, hokkien mee, lor mee, hong kong or haninanese chicken rice etc. Also a lot of Indian food everywhere like just down the street best Biryani perfect with mango lassi drink. If you really want cheaper food that's similar to Peranakan or more Malay - go to Melaka for nasi lemak, beef rendang, mee goreng etc. nice place for food tripping I think like 4 hours away by car from SG.
Read the book - it even has more food! I'm hungry now!
Also live in SG, hawkers are cheap (around $2-$5 meals) but don't go to Newton (featured in movie) since it's more touristy and pricey. Actually in the book they went to Lau Pa Sat - they were debating if it's the best satay, also touristy. Id Should checkout Old Airport Road, Bukit Timah centre or Chinatown hawkers for your fix of laksa, curry chicken noodles, char kway teow, minced pork noodle, hokkien mee, lor mee, hong kong or haninanese chicken rice etc. Also a lot of Indian food everywhere like just down the street best Biryani perfect with mango lassi drink. If you really want cheaper food that's similar to Peranakan or more Malay - go to Melaka for nasi lemak, beef rendang, mee goreng etc. nice place for food tripping I think like 4 hours away by car from SG.
Read the book - it even has more food! I'm hungry now!
A very enthusiastic second of Old Airport Road food centre - love that place. I have a soft spot for Golden Mile, too. I have to admit, I tend to bring visitors to Lau Pa Sat on their first evening in Singapore... it's certainly very touristy, but the setting is impressive and it's a nice 'easing in' to Singapore food.
Number one dish, anywhere - the mee soto from the Inspirasi stall at Bedok. Just thinking about it...
I personally never thought of Singapore as mostly Chinese, I actually viewed it as mostly Malaysian. I think the movie had Indian bodyguards guarding the grandmas house for the party right?
I might try to go to Singapore next year actually can I message you for some tips and questions?
Yes, feel free to message me with any questions! I am British but have been living in Singapore for the past seven years. It's a fantastic place to visit, although I would advise anyone who travels far to come here to combine with a visit to somewhere else in the region - Indonesia, Thailand, Malaysia etc.
I think the population is about 70 per cent Chinese although the Malays were the 'original' inhabitants. Yes, the Indian guards were the only non-Chinese people I spotted in the film. I think the book is a little more diverse but the film has come under a lot of criticism here for the lack of diversity.
I just watched the movie this afternoon, wasn't really impressed (too predictable). I have a question for you, does everybody in Singapore have a 'British' accent?
Would you recommend staying there or at the Conrad? I was thinking to stay there just for the pool and to take pictures. But I heard the Conrad is much nicer and less touristy? Maybe I can do 1 night at MBST and 2 nights at Conrad? Are they close by walking distance?
I don't know, to be honest... both of those hotels are a long way out of my price range! I have paid the $20 to ride the lift to the top of MBS a couple of times, which gives a great view of the island, but you can only use or even approach the infinity pool if you are a hotel resident. I have heard of people who will get together in a group, collectively book a room in MBS for one night just so they can use the pool.
If you are definitely looking at high-end, The Fullerton is another well-known hotel. Yes, all are quite close together in the bay area. There's also the Raffles, of course, which is the most expensive and iconic of all. Definitely a must visit if only to walk around and enjoy a Singapore Sling!
@rudely_murray wow can't believe almost like a year has past since we first posted in this thread. So the big news is it looks like we are coming to Singapore this summer! We are actually on a cruise that stops in Singapore on a Thursday at 7AM and stays until 6PM. So thats about realistically 8 hours or so, since we'll probably be eating breakfast on the ship to save money. But our goal is to eat chili crab and try some of the best food stalls at Hawker centers and get some good photos maybe across from MBS and the Botanical Gardens?
What would be the easiest/cheapest way to get around to do all of this? Would taxi be best? How much do those run? They speak English over there right? We were even thinking to ride a few rides at Universal too if its close by but that would be the least of our goals. Do you happen to know how far all of this would be from the cruise port?
Thanks!
PS: Someone else told us that chili crab costs about $90 USD is it really that expensive? Damn it better be good if it really cost that much lol.
I just watched the movie this afternoon, wasn't really impressed (too predictable). I have a question for you, does everybody in Singapore have a 'British' accent?
Nope! Maybe some who studied in UK or go to International schools. Though the english here has British influence and not American (like words, spelling, dates etc.)
@rudely_murray wow can't believe almost like a year has past since we first posted in this thread. So the big news is it looks like we are coming to Singapore this summer! We are actually on a cruise that stops in Singapore on a Thursday at 7AM and stays until 6PM. So thats about realistically 8 hours or so, since we'll probably be eating breakfast on the ship to save money. But our goal is to eat chili crab and try some of the best food stalls at Hawker centers and get some good photos maybe across from MBS and the Botanical Gardens?
Go to Gardens by the Bay instead, it's just beside MBS. They have the waterfall that's very similar to the new one at Jewel Changi. Botanical Gardens is in a different area and since you only have 8 hours...I normally would recommend Botanical if staying in SG for 3 days or more.
What would be the easiest/cheapest way to get around to do all of this? Would taxi be best? How much do those run? They speak English over there right? We were even thinking to ride a few rides at Universal too if its close by but that would be the least of our goals. Do you happen to know how far all of this would be from the cruise port?
Your cruise will be at Harbourfront? Sentosa is easily accessible from there just take the monorail. If you have been to Universal Studios in US, skip this one lol it's smaller. Sentosa is very touristy, besides Universal there's casinos, (fake) beach, wax museum etc. You can check out Luge ride at Sentosa, quite fun though short. Really depends what you like to do, if you want more culture or local neighbourhood - skip Sentosa hehe. Go to Chinatown (food trip!) or Haji Lane, Little India.
Cheapest would be to take mrt(train), assuming you'll go around central area, very convenient. There's bus/mrt pass that's unlimited for 1 day for tourists. I know Changi airport sells them, check online if your cruise port have those. You can also download GRAB and just book grabcar when tired from walking - easiest way if you feel lazy.
Thanks!
PS: Someone else told us that chili crab costs about $90 USD is it really that expensive? Damn it better be good if it really cost that much lol.
Yes & no. Depends where you go. Iirc at Lau Pa Sat it was around S$80, good for 3-4 pax. It was only 2 crabs but man the sauce was so good! Use the mantou (mini fried bread buns) and scoop the sauce - very satisfying!
Enjoy your trip! Not sure where you're from but be prepared for the heat or maybe rain. And bring tissue!
Reply by thebarnman
on October 13, 2018 at 4:49 AM
I haven't eaten there, but I'd sure like to visit! I'm glad they took the time to have a scene on the top of the Marina Bay Sands Tower.
Pretty cool! And not bad for a chick flick.
Reply by rudely_murray
on October 13, 2018 at 8:25 AM
The food here is incredible. Of course, that film gave the impression that it's a largely Chinese population but the wonderful thing about Singapore - something which Crazy Rich Asians conveniently overlooked - is that it has three major races - Malay, Chinese and Indian - and their respective cuisines are all here in abundance. There are also various other types of food - Peranakan, Eurasian etc - widely available too. The hawker centres here, with dozens of differing food stalls, are something to see.
If you ever have the chance to visit Singapore, or even just check out a Singaporean restaurant, I would particularly urge you to try:
But, really, there is so much to try here - I cannot recommend it highly enough.
Reply by MrCharmingMan
on October 13, 2018 at 1:58 PM
WOW you are so lucky to live there and thanks for breaking down this for us. I liked the movie, but the one thing that stayed in my mind was the food lol. When they were chowing down in the cart vendors grub I was like WHOA I need to try this! How are the prices to USD is it expensive there? I have this assumption that everything is expensive over there.
I heard the chili crab is really good as well. Im not sure about the other 4 things you suggested, perhaps I'll Google those.
I personally never thought of Singapore as mostly Chinese, I actually viewed it as mostly Malaysian. I think the movie had Indian bodyguards guarding the grandmas house for the party right?
I might try to go to Singapore next year actually can I message you for some tips and questions?
Reply by MrCharmingMan
on October 13, 2018 at 1:59 PM
Yes that hotel is like the nicest looking hotel in the world! I keep seeing IG models posing on top of it LOL
Reply by rudely_murray
on October 13, 2018 at 7:07 PM
Yes, feel free to message me with any questions! I am British but have been living in Singapore for the past seven years. It's a fantastic place to visit, although I would advise anyone who travels far to come here to combine with a visit to somewhere else in the region - Indonesia, Thailand, Malaysia etc.
I think the population is about 70 per cent Chinese although the Malays were the 'original' inhabitants. Yes, the Indian guards were the only non-Chinese people I spotted in the film. I think the book is a little more diverse but the film has come under a lot of criticism here for the lack of diversity.
Reply by rudely_murray
on October 13, 2018 at 7:08 PM
LOL It is impressive at first but the more you look at Marina Bay Sands the less you tend to like it. I think it looks like an ironing board.
Reply by MrCharmingMan
on October 15, 2018 at 2:18 PM
what does this mean? you had food poisoning there or something?
Reply by MrCharmingMan
on October 15, 2018 at 2:19 PM
Would you recommend staying there or at the Conrad? I was thinking to stay there just for the pool and to take pictures. But I heard the Conrad is much nicer and less touristy? Maybe I can do 1 night at MBST and 2 nights at Conrad? Are they close by walking distance?
Reply by rudely_murray
on October 16, 2018 at 1:12 AM
I don't know, to be honest... both of those hotels are a long way out of my price range! I have paid the $20 to ride the lift to the top of MBS a couple of times, which gives a great view of the island, but you can only use or even approach the infinity pool if you are a hotel resident. I have heard of people who will get together in a group, collectively book a room in MBS for one night just so they can use the pool.
If you are definitely looking at high-end, The Fullerton is another well-known hotel. Yes, all are quite close together in the bay area. There's also the Raffles, of course, which is the most expensive and iconic of all. Definitely a must visit if only to walk around and enjoy a Singapore Sling!
Reply by lmao7
on October 16, 2018 at 5:16 AM
Also live in SG, hawkers are cheap (around $2-$5 meals) but don't go to Newton (featured in movie) since it's more touristy and pricey. Actually in the book they went to Lau Pa Sat - they were debating if it's the best satay, also touristy. Id Should checkout Old Airport Road, Bukit Timah centre or Chinatown hawkers for your fix of laksa, curry chicken noodles, char kway teow, minced pork noodle, hokkien mee, lor mee, hong kong or haninanese chicken rice etc. Also a lot of Indian food everywhere like just down the street best Biryani perfect with mango lassi drink. If you really want cheaper food that's similar to Peranakan or more Malay - go to Melaka for nasi lemak, beef rendang, mee goreng etc. nice place for food tripping I think like 4 hours away by car from SG.
Read the book - it even has more food! I'm hungry now!
Reply by rudely_murray
on October 16, 2018 at 6:37 AM
A very enthusiastic second of Old Airport Road food centre - love that place. I have a soft spot for Golden Mile, too. I have to admit, I tend to bring visitors to Lau Pa Sat on their first evening in Singapore... it's certainly very touristy, but the setting is impressive and it's a nice 'easing in' to Singapore food.
Number one dish, anywhere - the mee soto from the Inspirasi stall at Bedok. Just thinking about it...
Reply by bratface
on May 28, 2019 at 9:56 PM
I just watched the movie this afternoon, wasn't really impressed (too predictable). I have a question for you, does everybody in Singapore have a 'British' accent?
Reply by MrCharmingMan
on May 29, 2019 at 3:06 AM
@rudely_murray wow can't believe almost like a year has past since we first posted in this thread. So the big news is it looks like we are coming to Singapore this summer! We are actually on a cruise that stops in Singapore on a Thursday at 7AM and stays until 6PM. So thats about realistically 8 hours or so, since we'll probably be eating breakfast on the ship to save money. But our goal is to eat chili crab and try some of the best food stalls at Hawker centers and get some good photos maybe across from MBS and the Botanical Gardens?
What would be the easiest/cheapest way to get around to do all of this? Would taxi be best? How much do those run? They speak English over there right? We were even thinking to ride a few rides at Universal too if its close by but that would be the least of our goals. Do you happen to know how far all of this would be from the cruise port?
Thanks! PS: Someone else told us that chili crab costs about $90 USD is it really that expensive? Damn it better be good if it really cost that much lol.
Reply by lmao7
on May 29, 2019 at 5:38 AM
Nope! Maybe some who studied in UK or go to International schools. Though the english here has British influence and not American (like words, spelling, dates etc.)
Reply by lmao7
on May 29, 2019 at 5:41 AM
Go to Gardens by the Bay instead, it's just beside MBS. They have the waterfall that's very similar to the new one at Jewel Changi. Botanical Gardens is in a different area and since you only have 8 hours...I normally would recommend Botanical if staying in SG for 3 days or more.
Your cruise will be at Harbourfront? Sentosa is easily accessible from there just take the monorail. If you have been to Universal Studios in US, skip this one lol it's smaller. Sentosa is very touristy, besides Universal there's casinos, (fake) beach, wax museum etc. You can check out Luge ride at Sentosa, quite fun though short. Really depends what you like to do, if you want more culture or local neighbourhood - skip Sentosa hehe. Go to Chinatown (food trip!) or Haji Lane, Little India.
Cheapest would be to take mrt(train), assuming you'll go around central area, very convenient. There's bus/mrt pass that's unlimited for 1 day for tourists. I know Changi airport sells them, check online if your cruise port have those. You can also download GRAB and just book grabcar when tired from walking - easiest way if you feel lazy.
Yes & no. Depends where you go. Iirc at Lau Pa Sat it was around S$80, good for 3-4 pax. It was only 2 crabs but man the sauce was so good! Use the mantou (mini fried bread buns) and scoop the sauce - very satisfying!
Enjoy your trip! Not sure where you're from but be prepared for the heat or maybe rain. And bring tissue!