Jinjja Chicken Revealed as Singaporean Brand, Not Korean, Founder Admits
In a surprising revelation, Bernard Tay, the 45-year-old owner of Jinjja Chicken, disclosed in an interview with The Straits Times that the popular Korean fried chicken chain is, in fact, a proudly Singaporean brand. Tay’s candour about the brand’s origins sheds light on a long-standing misconception among its patrons and the public. “It is time […]
NEA Clarifies ‘Choping’ Seats Won’t Lead to Fines at Hawker Centre
The National Environment Agency (NEA) recently addressed false claims circulating online regarding fines for “choping” seats at hawker centres in Singapore. The agency clarified in a Facebook post that the common practice of reserving seats with items like tissues or umbrellas will not result in fines, debunking the misinformation that had been spreading. According to […]
Tim Ho Wan Marks 12th Anniversary by Giving Away Free Baked BBQ Pork Buns at All Outlets Today!
Tim Ho Wan is making a mark on its 12th anniversary in Singapore by offering a delightful treat to its customers. On April 10th, dine-in patrons at all of its nine outlets will receive a complimentary serving of their famed Baked BBQ Pork Buns. In addition to the free pork buns, customers will also be […]
89-Year-Old Hawker Forced to Shut Down Noodle Stall at Old Airport Road Food Centre Due to Poor Business
After more than 70 years in the food industry, 89-year-old hawker Uncle Li (李松坤) has been running his noodle stall all by himself and cooking every dish with his own hands. Sadly, due to dwindling business, he has decided to shut down his stall by this weekend, reported Zaobao. A recent Facebook post by a netizen […]
FairPrice Launches $1M Fresh Protein Initiative to Support Vulnerable Communities
FairPrice Group has recently initiated a groundbreaking $1 million fresh protein initiative, with a primary focus on providing regular egg deliveries to around 46,000 beneficiaries by 2030. This endeavour is part of their ongoing commitment to ensuring that essential food items remain accessible to vulnerable groups in Singapore. Alongside their charity division, FairPrice Foundation, the […]
Koufu Implements Price Label System for Economy Rice Dishes
In a bid to enhance price transparency and provide consumers with greater certainty when selecting their meals, Koufu food courts and coffee shops will be implementing a new initiative involving colour-coded price labels for all economy rice dishes. The move, which aims to address the issue of inconsistent pricing and empower consumers to make informed […]
Jin Ji Teochew Braised Duck & Kway Chap to Reopen on Oct 19
A lot of anticipation is building as the popular hawker stall ‘Jin Ji Teochew Braised Duck & Kway Chap’ is getting ready to open once again on October 19, delighting dedicated customers looking forward to enjoying their beloved dishes once more. Melvin Chew, a second-generation hawker, just announced this news on Wednesday, October 16, in […]
Hawkers Welcome Easing of Hiring Restrictions
Hawkers in Singapore welcomed the recent announcement to ease hiring restrictions on long-term visit pass (LTVP) holders, but many remain skeptical about the move significantly alleviating the persistent manpower crunch within the industry. The National Environment Agency (NEA) disclosed on Monday its decision to allow hawkers to hire LTVP holders approved to work in Singapore […]
Pretzel-Kissing Woman Seek Job at Cold Stone Creamary
Alice Chang, the woman who made headlines for kissing pretzel dough at an Auntie Anne’s outlet in Mid Valley, Kuala Lumpur, has sparked conversations once again. Following this viral incident, she claimed on October 12 from her personal Instagram account that she had secured a position at Cold Stone Creamery’s Pavilion Mall outlet and shared […]
A day in the life of a chiobu FoodPanda delivery rider
Have you ever wondered what a typical day is like for a delivery rider? Nicole, a year 2 chiobu NTU comms student, decided to answer this question by following her mum to work for a day. “My mum used to be an airport duty manager. She oversaw operations at the various terminals and handled customer […]