Following in the footsteps of Quang Dai, deciphering the attraction of Kampong Gelam neighborhood (Singapore)
About 200 years ago, Kampong Gelam (or Kapong Glam) was once the prosperous capital of the Malay Royal Family. Now, when coming to this neighborhood, it is not difficult to see the unique interference of modern and traditional values, breaking the way and sanctity, thereby bringing unique and heart-wrenching experiences to people. Those who “miss” fall in love with this place.
A unique culinary experience in the delicious neighborhood of Kampong Gelam
The first point that makes the travel blogger restless is the unique culinary experience, imbued with cultural characteristics in this neighborhood. The first menu to start the day, which is also the dish that Quang Dai looks forward to the most for the whole trip, is Teh Tarik milk tea and cakes – the famous combo of Bhai Sarbat. Few people know that this famous shop serving at least 1,000 cups of tea and coffee a day started as a roadside beverage shop in the 70s of the last century. The special aromatic flavor has created an irresistible attraction for Teh Tarik, turning Bhai Sarbat into a familiar destination for milk tea devotees for decades.
Address: 21 Baghdad St, Singapore
Opening hours: Every day from 6:30 am to 1:00 am the next day
“The barista will pour the tea back and forth from a height to create a rich froth on top!” Quang Dai deciphers the attraction of milk tea after playing the bartender Teh Tarik
The next destination on the travel blogger’s culinary journey is the famous HJH Maimunah restaurant with traditional Malaysian dishes in Kampung style. Established in the 1990s, HJH Maimunah is a familiar destination for diners from all walks of life everywhere, from daily meals to important parties and events. It is known that the restaurant’s starting point is the dishes that Madam Mahiran Abdul Rahman inherited from his mother, then developed to 40 typical famous dishes. This is also one of the restaurants to achieve the Michelin Bib Gourmand certification – a certification for establishments serving quality food at affordable prices.
Address: 11 Jln Pisang, Singapore
Opening hours: From 7:30 am to 7:30 pm every day, except Sunday
“Going to HJH Maimunah, you must try Sotong and delicious grilled fish, Sundan grilled chicken, and attractive Lemak Siput” – local friend Zero revealed to Quang Dai
The next destination visited by the handsome travel blogger was Rich & Good Cake Shop – a small and beautiful bakery with a history of nearly 30 years founded with the concept of “bringing delicious cakes to everyone”. Rich & Good Cake Shop’s Kaya Swiss Roll rolls “catch the hearts” of diners thanks to the perfect balance of golden ratio between the creamy creamy coconut egg sauce and the fluffy fluffy sponge cake, combined with delicious flavors. fascinating novelty.
Address: 24 Kandahar St, Singapore
Opening hours: From 9am to 5pm every day, except Sunday
“When I eat it, the first feeling is the spread of flavor all over the mouth. Dai thinks that those who love to eat durian will not be able to ignore this cake!” Quang Dai sizzles while enjoying the famous Durian Kaya Swiss Roll
Check-in locations forget the way home with brilliant street markings
If you have ever visited Kampong Gelam, you are not too familiar with the famous graffiti street along Bali and Ophir streets. The unique feature of the Hall of Fame exudes from the impressive giant graffiti paintings on the 5m high and 230m long wall by 17 Singapore street artists. “This is also considered the “Walk of Fame” – the first official Hall of Fame for this art in Southeast Asia” – Quang Dai revealed.
Address: 8 Bali Lane, Singapore
Website: https://hof.visitkamponggelam.com.sg/
From the original purpose of being a noise barrier for construction works, this monotonous wall has become a giant canvas for graffiti artists to create unique works of art.
The next destination in Quang Dai’s journey to discover Kampong Gelam neighborhood, THE BLACKBOOK STUDIO, the first graffiti art shop in Singapore. This shop also built a 14m-long wall right outside the studio as a creative and practice space for artists.
Address: 71 Sultan Gate, Singapore
Opening hours: Every day from 2pm to 12pm
Website: https://www.instagram.com/theblackbookstudio/?hl=en
Unique fashion style and one-of-a-kind experience
Not stopping at captivating cuisine or unique scenery, the Kampong Gelam neighborhood also takes the travel blogger from surprise to surprise with The Humble Man Menswear fashion store, or the experience of walking around the city. by unique Vespa.
Visiting The Humble Man Menswear store, Quang Dai could not hide his interest in European-style summer outfits for men with a minimalist style but still very liberal and bold. Humble Man Menswear sees clothing as a means of expressing true personal style while ensuring convenience and comfort for the wearer. The core philosophy that the store pursues is freedom and freedom when men are not confined to traditional items such as jeans, t-shirts, sneakers but instead, they can be open to Choose any item according to your wishes and preferences.
Address: 69A Haji Lane, Singapore
Opening hours: From 12 noon to 8 pm, except Monday, Thursday, Friday
Website: https://thmmenswear.com/
Characteristic of The Humble Man Menswear are shirts, polo shirts that exude a dynamic summer breath while maintaining European elegance.
Ending the one-day journey to discover Kampong Gelam, Quang Dai did not forget to experience the Singapore Sidecars discovery tour on classic 3-wheeled sidecar motorcycles. This is also the first tour using the old Vespa in the world to use the profits for charity and good purposes. Famous Hollywood director Joe Russo – the man behind the success of the MARVEL empire once had many words of praise for this unique tour: “This is the most amazing and interesting tour I’ve ever been on.” .
Website: https://www.sideways.sg/
This Sidecar tour takes the handsome travel blogger around the city from Kampong Gelam to Marina Bay, continuing his journey of discovery and re-imagining the experiences of a new and exciting Singapore.
“This trip has helped Dai change his view of Singapore. It’s great that such a small country has given me so many surprises!” – guy travel blogger said. Indeed, through interesting and colorful pieces in neighborhoods like Kampong Gelam, it is certain that the journey of “reimagining the neighborhoods in Singapore” will have many surprises and interesting things waiting for Quang Dai. “This is not Dai’s first visit to Singapore, and it certainly won’t be the last!” Quang Dai confirmed.
Watch the video “Reimagining the Kampong Gelam neighborhood with locals” by Quang Dai:
And you, are you ready to explore the Kampong Gelam neighborhood and what Singapore is like again?
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