103611 The Indian rojak can be personalised to one’s specific tastebuds as most stall vendors allow their patrons to choose the ingredients that they want – which includes baked potatoes, steamed fishcakes, prawn fritters, octopus, a mix of fried greens and many more.
103612 Yet again, this is a popular dish in Singapore, so finding a rojak stall near you won’t be too much of a hassle.
103613 While the best rojak stalls are found outside the city (like in neighbourhoods like Bukit Merah and Katong) there are still reasonably good places within the CBD or in the Orchard Road area where you can find them.
103614 The Food Republic food courts in Wisma Atria and 313@Somerset are easy enough to find; but also do check out Straits Kitchen at the Hyatt Regency hotel along Scotts Road for a sampling of this true-blue Singapore dish in a stylish, sleek setting.
103615 In conjunction with Singapore Food Festival 2010, play the Food In Translation game and find out more about Singapore’s Signature Dishes.
103618 The traditions of Peranakan culture are kept alive at Rumah Bebe, one of the last bastions of their important heritage.
103619 Established back in 1928, Rumah Bebe is a Peranakan shophouse that focuses on preserving the ethnic group’s traditional art forms such as jewellery, beadwork, porcelain, embroidery and batik-textiles.
103620 The shop features the work of artist Bebe Seet, who creates beautiful Peranakan artworks that often utilise flower, bird and butterfly motifs.
103621 One particular highlight is the bespoke female shoes she makes using glass beads.
103622 Rumah Bebe is a quaint venue that strives for authenticity – from the Peranakan potpourri to the music, colourful designs, ornate doors and architecture of the house.
103623 To experience a rare culture that’s slowly being forgotten and discarded, a visit to Rumah Bebe is a must.