The Almost Non-Existent Singapore Noodles In Singapore

Singapore Noodles

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It all started when we were both staying in the UK back in 2010. Packets of what were termed as ‘Singapore Noodles‘ were commonly seen on the shelves of many supermarkets – Marks & Spencer, Sainsbury, Waitrose, Tesco. We were at first curious about how they tasted, since we’ve never heard of such a dish in our life before, even though we are both true blue Singaporeans. After a while, the curiosity gradually washed off us and we decided the amount of cash required to buy a vacuum-packed box of rice vermicelli was just too extravagant, given our cash-strapped lifestyle. (Ya right…)

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Yummyliciously Hot Sriracha Honey Chicken Thighs

Sriracha Honey Chicken Thigh

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It’s time to get your fingers licking good!

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Blend It With Chicken Liver Paté

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I simply love paté. I love it so much I could eat just paté alone for a meal.

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Authentic Pad Thai With Sriracha Sauce

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Pad Thai is one of Thailand’s most famous national dishes and widely popular with both the Thais and foreigners alike. What then makes for an authentic plate of Thai style stir-fried rice noodles?

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Shanghai Style Braised Pork Belly

Shanghai Braised Pork Belly

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Teochews love their meat and eggs braised to a dark brown colour. The taste of braised meat is usually savoury, with a tinge of sesame and ginger fragrance. On the other hand, the Shanghainese style of braised meat – sour, sweet and savoury all at once – isn’t at all familiar to my Teochew roots, but sounds easy enough to try out at home. It’s always good to have something different to tempt the tastebuds once in a while!

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