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BJP slams Bengal government over Muslim shops making Jagannath temple prasad
West Bengal's Digha Jagannath Dham finds itself in controversy after the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) raised objections to the preparation and distribution of the prasad by Muslim-owned IT Cell head Amit Malviya on Tuesday took to social media, criticising the Trinamool Congress-led government. Malviya posted a document online listing several names he identified as Muslim sweet shop shops, he alleged, have been involved in preparing Gaja and Pera, sweets that are being distributed as prasad associated with Lord Jagannath. Sheet shared by BJP IT Cell head Amit Malviya highlighted the list of shop owners. advertisement 'Mamata Banerjee is trampling on Hindu sentiments with impunity in West Bengal! In the Suti 1 Block of Murshidabad district, sweet shops and ration dealers - majority of them Muslim - have reportedly been entrusted with the preparation and distribution of Gaja and Pera, which are being labelled as Prabhu Jagannath Dev's sacred prasad,' he wrote on added, 'This is not just administrative carelessness. This is a deliberate provocation. In Puri, even today, non-Hindus are not allowed to enter the Jagannath Temple - such is the sanctity attached to the Lord and His traditions. And yet, in Mamata Banerjee's Bengal, prasad meant for devotees of Lord Jagannath is being sourced from shops run by those who do not even follow the faith!'Calling the incident 'targeted sacrilege,' the BJP leader claimed that Hindus and Jagannath devotees are 'deeply hurt,' terming it a violation of tradition and religious similar concerns, Suvendu Adhikari, Leader of the Opposition in the West Bengal Assembly, criticised the distribution of Digha Jagannath Dham prasad through Muslim-run establishments. 'It is hurting our sentiments,' he response, senior Trinamool leader Firhad Hakim rejected the allegations, calling them 'mean thinking".Defending the state government's position, Hakim said, 'Bhagawan is for everyone and his prasad is also for everyone. This whole world is created by God and if a prasad is for him, then it is for everyone. One who is willing will accept it, and one like Suvendu Adhikari, who is an atheist, will not accept it.'West Bengal's Jagannath Temple in Digha was inaugurated by Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on April 30 this year. The temple is a replica of the main Jagannath Temple in Puri, new temple has since led to several political controversies between BJP and Trinamool.
Yahoo
11-06-2025
- Yahoo
11 best stalls in Whampoa Makan Place that pack a tasty wham
Whether you call it Whampoa Makan Place, Whampoa Market or just 'that food centre in Whampoa,' one thing's for sure: it's a treasure trove of great eats. Interestingly, this food centre is split into 2 blocks: 90 and 91 — the latter catering to early risers with its breakfast picks, while the former houses stalls for the lunch-and-dinner crowd. Either way, you're bound to find something you fancy no matter what time you swing by. Here are 11 best stalls in Whampoa Makan Place that pack a tasty wham. Feeling peckish? A plate of nasi ayam from Mat Noh & Rose Authentic Ginger Fried Chicken Rice will do just the trick. This Muslim-owned stall may be tucked away in a far corner of the food centre, but that certainly hasn't stopped it from achieving main character status for its stellar ginger fried chicken rice. The Standard Chicken Rice (S$4.50) features a mound of fragrant basmati rice accompanied by a hunk of fragrant Malay-style fried chicken, crowned with a distinctive sliver of vibrant orange skin and a smattering of fried batter bits that lend the tender, ginger-perfumed chicken a satisfying crunchy contrast. Equally delicious are the chilli and soy sauce, both of which elevate everything on your plate. Drop by early if you're eyeing their Begedil (S$1), or, jazz up your meal with add-ons like Tofu/Tempeh (S$0.50), Stir-fried Vegetables (S$1) or Chicken Skin (S$1) anytime. +65 8400 2206 Tue to Sat: 9am – 3pm Closed on Sun & Mon Facebook | Instagram It's not every day that a fish soup stall earns a Michelin Bib in Singapore, but Beach Road Fish Head Bee Hoon is 1 of just 4 stalls to do so. Better yet, it's clinched the coveted award twice in a row, in 2023 and 2024. A third on the horizon, perhaps? But yes, be prepared to queue during peak hours. It's pretty much a rite of passage. They've got your usual fish soup offerings, including Sliced/Fried Fish Soup/Rice, Sliced/Fried Fish Bee Hoon, Fish Porridge and even Special Tom Yum Soup, all priced at an affordable S$5.50 each. The Fried Fish Soup is your answer to any rainy day. It boils down to its addictive, umami-rich broth, naturally sweet from hours of simmering fish bones. Add in the lightly battered fried fish slices — crisp on the outside, meaty and fresh within — and you've got comfort in a bowl. Tue, Thu, Sat & Sun: 9am – 2pm Closed on Mon, Wed & Fri Not to be confused with the famed Taiwanese Eat 3 Bowls, Three Bowls 来三碗 doles out bowls of Sarawak kolo mee. And though it opened just last December, this new kid on the block has already been drawing a steady stream of patrons — and for good reason. One bite of the Pork Chop Kolo Mee (S$6.50) was all it took to earn a spot among my favourites. The noodles stood out from other renditions I've tried — think mee kia-style springiness with a firm, chewy bite and none of that off-putting alkalinity. Tossed in ample lard oil and chilli powder, they were slurp-worthy and moreish till the very end. The savoury minced pork and crispy Din Tai Fung-style pork chop made for excellent complements, too. If you're more of a traditionalist, the Home Taste Kolo Mee (S$4.50/S$5.50) is a great shout. Otherwise, the Chicken Chop Kolo Mee (S$6.50), Fish Roll Fish Ball Kolo Mee (S$4) and Wanton Kolo Mee (S$4) are solid picks if you're craving other protein options. Wed to Mon: 12pm – 9pm Closed on Tue Amoy Street Lor Mee… at Whampoa Makan Place? Sounds geographically confusing, I suppose. But make no mistake, this stall is touted as the 'best lu mian in town'. And well, there's only one way to find out: give it a go. Good news for the indecisive — the stall offers just 2 menu items: the signature Lor Mee (S$4) and the amped-up Jumbo Meal (S$5). The standard bowl features the usual suspects: pork belly, ngoh hiang, fried dory fish nuggets and batang fish, all generously portioned to go with every slurp of thick, aromatic gravy. Be sure to hit it with vinegar, garlic and pepper too. As for the Jumbo Meal, expect upsized portions of all 4 ingredients and an onsen egg — a surefire choice for the seriously hungry. Trust us, this one's not for those with small appetites. Daily: 6.30am – 3pm Facebook Widely regarded as one of the best rojak stalls in Singapore, Balestier Road Hoover Rojak is a must-eat for fans of the beloved (and admittedly acquired-taste) dish. This acclaimed stall traces its roots back to the 1960s, when it began as a humble Toa Payoh pushcart run by its late founder. Today, his son carries on the legacy — continuing to please crowds with their rojak year after year. As straightforward as it gets, the menu features just their signature Rojak in S$4 and S$5 portions. Each plate is a wonderfully messy medley of ingredients like fresh cucumber, turnip, tau pok and youtiao, as well as rarities like green mango and chewy jellyfish slivers. Everything's thoroughly tossed in a sweet, tangy Penang-style sauce made with fermented prawn paste, sugar and ginger flower, then finished with a plentiful shower of crunchy peanut shavings. showered with crunchy peanut shavings. Wed to Sun: 9.30am – 2.30pm Closed on Mon & Tue Yes, you read that signboard right. You can still get a plate of char kway teow for just S$3 in this economy at Chuan Kee Fried Kway Teow. Naturally, the regular snaking queues are a package deal with this stall. Rumour also has it that it sells out before its official 3pm closing time on some days. Each plate is fried to order by a solo elderly uncle said to wield decades of experience under his belt. Don't let the price tag fool you either; you'll be dealt with a sizable mix of yellow noodles and kway teow, fried with egg, fish cakes, cockles, taugeh and lup cheong. The noodles lean on the drier, savoury side, with a well-balanced profile that's neither too sweet nor salty — perfect for those with lighter palates. And yes, there's wok hei to go around. Wed, Thu & Sat to Mon: 11am – 3pm Closed on Tue to Fri 12 best char kway teow stalls in Singapore that will hit the sweet spot Even if you're not the biggest fan of wanton mee, Golden Roast Char Siew's rendition is bound to knock your socks off. This 34-year-old stall is run by an elderly couple and has called Whampoa Makan Place home since 2020, after years of shifting around various coffeeshops across Singapore. Now, just take a look at that mountainous display of glistening roast meat and golden-brown ngoh hiang rolls, and tell me you're not already salivating. The Wanton Mee is priced at S$4.50 (Small) and S$5.50 (Large), with each plate featuring a bed of chewy noodles tossed in a savoury soy-based sauce and surprisingly potent chilli, topped with vegetables and char siew that's roasted in-house on the daily. A bowl of warm, peppery soup is served on the side, with silky wantons that I enjoyed for their toothsome meat filling. I was also impressed by the char siew which, despite its run-of-the-mill appearance, had a meaty bite and tender mouthfeel. Truly a cut above the rest. I also couldn't resist ordering a piece of Ngoh Hiang (S$1.50). The bolstery beancurd roll was chock-full of five-spiced pork and was deep-fried to a perfect amalgamation of crunchy and soft. Sat to Thu: 8am – 7pm Closed on Sun If you're down for a bowl of hearty beef noodles, make a beeline for the father-son-run Kim Huat Teochew Beef Noodles. Although, if you can't spot the name, just keep an eye out for the striking red signboard with its name in stylised Chinese calligraphy. This stall comes with quite the backstory. It started out in the 1960s as a pig organ soup pushcart, only pivoting to beef kway teow in the early 2000s after weathering a series of setbacks. Call it a comeback, and a delicious one at that! The stall's offerings include 3 varieties of beef noodles: Sliced Beef Noodles (S$6/S$8), Mixed Meat (S$6/S$8) — which adds tripe, brisket and tendon to the tender beef slices — and a Mixed Soup & Noodles Set (S$7/S$8) for the best of all worlds. You can opt for either soup or dry versions, but we'd argue that the X-factor lies in the broth. Made with a secret recipe, the soup is rich, savoury and absolutely slurp-worthy — one that you'll savour down to the very last drop. Tue to Sun: 9.30am – 5pm Closed on Mon Facebook | Instagram Early birds, this one's definitely for you. Tanglin Halt A1 Carrot Cake fires up the wok at 5am and wraps up by lunchtime, dishing out chye tow kway and Teochew kueh to start your day on the right note. Choose from Black or White Carrot Cake (S$3/S$4/S$5), both featuring soft radish cake cubes stir-fried with eggs and loads of umami-rich chye poh — the former slicked with sweet dark sauce while the latter sports a crispy crust of even more eggs. It's no surprise that each has its own share of devotees. Our advice? Just get them both. If you're looking to zhng up your plate or simply aren't in the mood for chye tow kway, you can go for their pan-fried Teochew kueh in the likes of Soon Kueh (S$1.40), Png Kueh (S$1.30) and Ku Chye Kueh (S$1.40). Tue to Sun: 5am – 12pm Closed on Mon Team Cookie or Team Flaky egg tarts? If you're in the latter camp like I am, Qinde Egg Tart will be right up your alley. Nestled in the centre lane of Whampoa Makan Place, this gem of a bakery specialises in Portuguese egg tarts (or pasteis de nata) — great as a snack or post-meal treat. Priced at just S$1.80 a pop, the tarts come in 3 flavours: Original, Pandan and Chocolate. I snagged the Original and Pandan tarts while they were still warm and toasty, and I was far from disappointed. The custard fillings were velvety, pleasantly gelatinous and brimming of milky richness, with a fragrant kiss of pandan in the latter. They weren't too sweet either, and beautifully contrasted with the flaky, not-too-greasy golden pastry. The owner's really friendly, too, so there's no doubt I'll be back for more of these creamy, bite-sized morsels. Mon to Thu: 9.30am – 6.30pm Fri to Sun: 9.30am – 7pm Facebook And that's not all for the sweet tooths! Rounding off this list is Nyonya Chendol, which impressively stands as the only chendol stall in Singapore with a spot on the Michelin guide. Here, the acclaimed dessert comes in 4 variations: Original (S$2), Red Bean (S$2.50), Sweet Corn (S$2.50) and D24 Durian (S$3.50). Picture this: a mountain of shaved ice doused in sweet, smoky gula melaka syrup and creamy coconut milk, topped with earthy azuki beans and chewy pandan jelly noodles. Pretty much teh ultimate antidote to Singapore's sweltering heat, if we do say so ourselves. Feeling extra? Go for the D24 Durian Chendol, which crowns your bowl with a scoop of pungent-in-the-best-way D24 durian purée, adding an indulgent, creamy twist to this already iconic dessert. Mon to Fri: 11am – 8.30pm Sat & Sun: 11am – 9pm Facebook 11 best hawker stalls at Chong Pang Market & Food Centre to fuel you up The post 11 best stalls in Whampoa Makan Place that pack a tasty wham appeared first on
Yahoo
10-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Beef fries specialist, frités goes out of business
Frités, the beloved fries joint famous for their loaded beef fries, announced the closing of their 114 Arab Street outlet on 22 Jun through an Instagram post a few days back. Since bursting into the F&B scene in 2023 with their viral-loaded fries — think truffle‑infused beef, spicy garlic aioli, and indulgent cheesy drizzles — frités quickly became a local favourite. This Muslim-owned establishment captured the attention of foodies across Singapore, earning high praise on the internet. They went on to open their first and only standalone outlet at Arab Street in Sep 2023, selling their signature crispy golden fries loaded with sauces from an eye-catching yellow kiosk. Frités' best-selling combos include the Cheesy Loaded Beef (S$11) and Truffle Loaded Beef (S$11). More recently, they've come out with a trendy series of Loaded Chachos in a Bag (S$11), which are essentially nachos topped with your choice of protein and sauces, all snuggled into a chip packet. Over their 2 years of business, frités has been a vendor at countless events and pop-ups, including Celebfest, TWILIGHT: Flea & Feast, and even this year's installation of the largest Ramadan Geylang Serai Bazaar. In response to frités' closure announcement, many netizens expressed disappointment over the news, while also voicing their curiosity about the reason behind the shutdown. For fans eager to indulge one last time, frités invites you to swing by Arab Street before they close for good. Their past pop‑ups suggest they may still offer event or mall pop-ups in the future, though nothing's been confirmed yet. So, don't miss your chance to savour frités' loaded beef fries from now till 22 Jun, and as per their Instagram caption, 'Let's go out with a loaded bang!' Hotdogs, nachos & iced latte from HDB window by 49-year-old ex-events director The post Beef fries specialist, frités goes out of business appeared first on
The Wire
31-05-2025
- Politics
- The Wire
Their Shrines Demolished, Muslims in Gujarat's Gir Somnath Have Nowhere to Look for Hope
Menu हिंदी తెలుగు اردو Home Politics Economy World Security Law Science Society Culture Editor's Pick Opinion Support independent journalism. Donate Now Top Stories Their Shrines Demolished, Muslims in Gujarat's Gir Somnath Have Nowhere to Look for Hope Tarushi Aswani 35 minutes ago Eight months after large-scale demolitions in the area, local Muslims said their existence has been entirely destabilised and their lives reduced to both literal and metaphorical rubble. The site of the demolished shrines in Veraval. Photo: Tarushi Aswani Real journalism holds power accountable Since 2015, The Wire has done just that. But we can continue only with your support. Contribute now Gir Somnath (Gujarat): Javed Hussain Banva, a 12th-generation caretaker at Gir Somnath's Pir Silar Shah Dargah, recently lost his eyesight. Banva has lost partial vision without any genetic or medical predispositions that could have led to the condition. 'After I witnessed the bulldozing of the shrine of our saint, our Sufi, nothing made sense to me. The doctors told me I lost my vision because of my anxiety and stress,' said Banva, recalling the bulldozing of the Pir Silar Shah Dargah and eight other structures of Islamic significance in September 2024. Banva's home, life and memories of childhood lie under the rubble that neighbours the rubble of the Pir Silar Shah Dargah. Seven months ago, at four in the morning, when Muslims begin waking up for dawn prayers, Muslims in Gir Somnath district were jolted out of their sleep by hundreds of policemen who made way for bulldozers. The day when the police orchestrated the demolition is deeply etched in the minds of Gir Somnath's Muslims. That day, over 200 Muslims saw the state crush their lives and livelihoods using hydraulic cranes, at least 60 excavators, 50 tractor trailers, five dumpers and about 1,400 policemen. On September 28, 2024, the Dargah, along with eight other religious structures associated with Muslims and 47 mostly Muslim-owned houses in the Veraval area of Gir Somnath district in Gujarat, were demolished by authorities in a six-hour drive. As many as 200 locals were affected, said Banva. While the demolitions took place, police detained around 150 locals, it is alleged. Legal battle for faith For the last eight months, Ismailbhai Chhel, a resident of Veraval, has been waging a war against what he calls the arbitrary razing of Muslims' sentiments – the demolition of the nine shrines. In Prabhas Patan, after several historic shrines such as the Haji Mangrol Dargah, Shah Silar Dargah, Garib Shah Dargah, Mayapuri Dargah and Jafar Muzaffar Dargah were bulldozed, Chhel, as the president of the Auliya-E-Deen Committee – a committee founded for the shrines' maintenance in Gir Somnath – vowed to avenge the desecration of the shrines legally. The matter was heard at the Supreme Court as a special leave petition (SLP) filed by the Auliya-E-Deen Committee against a Gujarat high court order of October 3, 2024, that refused to order status quo on the demolition. Pir Shah Silar Dargah before demolition. Photo: Special arrangement Appearing for the Committee, senior advocate Kapil Sibal had questioned the demolition, arguing that the shrine being labelled 'illegal' dated back to 1903 and was previously registered in the Committee's name. Sibal also argued that the demolitions were carried out without respect for the legal, religious and historical status of the land. He said that the land was registered under the Waqf Act and questioned how the government could proceed with demolition without resolving ownership. The case was last heard on January 17, 2025 and was adjourned for the respondents to file their documents. The respondents are the State of Gujarat, the District Collector (Gir Somnath), the Deputy Collector (Gir Somnath), City Survey Superintendent, Prabhas Patan, Mamlatdar (Veraval City), Gujarat State Waqf Board and the Somnath Trust. The case will be next heard on July 15. 'Better to be under the rubble' Khatuna Abdul Qadir always knew she had a special spiritual connection with the Pir Haji Mangroli Shah Dargah. After she lost her husband a decade ago, Khatuna, 60, frequented the shrine in search of peace and patience. This year, when she could not attend the Urs at the shrine, her whole life flashed in front of her eyes – especially September 28, 2024 when the shrine was desecrated by State authorities. Followers of the shrine had even appealed to the Supreme Court seeking permission to conduct the Urs at the Pir Haji Mangroli Shah Dargah, among the alleged encroachments removed from government land in Gujarat's Gir Somnath district. But on January 31, the court turned down the plea, disappointing Gir Somnath's Muslims who have been fighting for their faith. Khatuna could not see the Urs take place, for the first time in her life. 'They attacked our shrines, mosques and homes. I ask them, why didn't they crush us too? It would be better to have been under the rubble of our homes and shrines,' she lamented. Several Muslim families ousted from the shrines which were demolished now live in makeshift tents. Photo: Tarushi Aswani Khatuna is not alone in her anger with the life she lives. Her former neighbour, Safina Bano, is with her – as are 200 other locals who say their lives have lost meaning. Bano remembers her world falling apart when she was made to evacuate her house, clutching her then three-month-old daughter to her chest. 'They told us to move out or get crushed under the bulldozer. They didn't even give us time to take food items for my child. It was raining and my child was shivering in my arms when I tried to keep her covered with my own soaking wet headscarf,' Bano told The Wire. Affected locals say they were left out of their rubbished homes with all their belongings, even food trapped under the rubble. Many of them had to borrow money from their relatives to feed their family. Bano and mother's like her did not have answers when their kids questioned them about their lost homes and why their stomachs would constantly growl under tenements. Even after eight long months of homelessness and hunger, several victims of demolition that The Wire met with claimed that while the authorities have maintained in court that they had informed all residents in the area about the demolition, there was no such notice issued. Muslim-free Gir Somnath? During its visit to the district, The Wire noticed that all the nine demolished structures now constitute of mountains of rubble guarded by Gujarat Police. Every mountain of rubble has a police tenement in front of it, with at least one police personnel guarding it. Demolitions are becoming a regular occurrence in the Gir Somnath district. Despite the Supreme Court's September 17 interim order which stayed demolitions across the country without its permission till October 1, Gujarat authorities demolished not one but nine Islamic structures. Issa Patel, a local, believes that this is a calculated move across the country to reduce Muslims to homeless beggars. 'They don't want Muslims in this holy district. From our position of helplessness, we can see how the law is different for Muslims and different for Hindus,' he said. In March 2025 as well, Gujarat government authorities demolished another Islamic shrine in Junagadh amid an operation that was carried out late in the night amid heavy police deployment. Amid this repetitive and rigorous pattern geared towards toppling the sites of worship belonging to one particular religion, an RTI filed by the editor of a Gujarat newspaper has exposed the biases that manifest in the form of demolitions orchestrated at the behest of the BJP government. View of the Somnath Temple from the site of the razed shrines. Photo: Tarushi Aswani After the demolitions that disturbed the Muslims of Gir Somnath district, Mir Khan Makrani, the founding editor of Lekhmala News, filed a RTI (Right to Information) application questioning the Gujarat Directorate of Archaeology on its standpoint regarding the demolitions. In its RTI reply, the Directorate responses made it sound plainly 'Hindu', Makrani said. The Wire accessed the RTI responses filed by the Directorate to Makrani's application – but the responses give rise to even more questions. Upon Makrani seeking a response as to why the Haji Mangrol Dargah was demolished, the Directorate claimed that the said Dargah was in a residential area and had recently been renovated, with tiling work and cement flooring. Despite the Dargah being registered under the Waqf Act in 1964, the Directorate called it a new construction, suitable for being demolished. In the same manner, when asked about the demolition of Mayapuri Dargah and Pir Silar Shah Dargah, registered under the Waqf Act in 1965, the Directorate stated that both of them appeared to be newly constructed buildings and lacked any marker of historicity. While all three shrines had been registered with Gujarat Waqf Board at least four decades ago, the Directorate used their renovation to declare them unfit as sites of historical and religious significance. Meanwhile, the Directorate itself has called for the renovation of Rudreshwar Mahadev Mandir, Prachin Jain Mandir, Veneshwar Mahadev Mandir and Veraval Darwaza in Gir Somnath district. The office has also shown concern for their historicity and decaying structure, calling for renovation and preservation of damaged portions as it feels their historicity is visible despite certain portions being newly cemented and renovated. 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Yahoo
20-05-2025
- Business
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Renowned 1960s nasi padang spot at Kampong Glam opens new food court stall in the West
Sabar Menanti along North Bridge Road near Kampong Glam is a renowned nasi padang spot that first operated as an unknown street stall in the 1920s. It later transitioned into a dine-in eatery in the 1960s. Current owner, Iszahar, a 3rd-Gen who took over his mother's business in late 2022 has just opened a new food court stall over at Apex @ Henderson called Surya. Iszahar, an ex-shipping broker with 15 years in the industry, traded his sharp business suits and cologne for casual wear and the aroma of rendang after hours spent in the kitchen. 'Setting up Surya, which I named after my late sister, has always been on my mind,' he shared. He added, 'She meant a lot in our family and her legacy and spirit will continue to live on through Surya.' Iszahar wanted to ensure that Sabar Menanti was stable and running properly before proceeding to make Surya a dream come true. 'Coincidentally, my late sister was staying at Henderson and teaching at a school nearby. When there was an opportunity to open at Apex @ Henderson, I grabbed it!' He exclaimed. Another reason he opened Surya was to keep up with the times and veer away from old, traditional cooking methods his mother still practices to this day at Sabar Menanti. Iszahar partners with Rudy who also owns ASAP & Co, an award-winning Halal steakhouse at Far East Square. Muslim-owned Surya features the same signature dishes from Sabar Menanti, but at lower prices. Feast on their signatures like the Beef (S$5), (S$5), and (S$5). To promote healthier eating, Iszahar has future plans to offer more greens on the menu which will be rolled out in the upcoming months. You can also choose an array of chillies to add some heat to your plates of nasi padang like sambal balado and belacan. For the first plate, I chose Beef (S$5), Stingray (S$5), (S$1.70), and (S$1.70). The stingray was exceptionally tender and the tangy, spicy notes of the sauce was well balanced. It was my first time trying stingray prepared this way, and I highly recommend it! Though the beef rendang was rich in flavour and the spices were well-balanced, I found myself wishing the meat had been a touch more tender. We also tried their (S$5), (S$6), (S$1.70) and (S$1.70). If you're like me and have no idea what Ayam Kolio is, it turns out to be a dish similar to Thai red curry, infused with the warm, earthy notes of turmeric. It was creamy and reminded me of a more robust version of ayam kurma — 2 thumbs up! Seafood fans will love the tasty Sotong Sambal and I loved how textural the pucuk ubi (cassava leaves) was. Bukit Merah residents who find North Bridge Road a bit too out of the way can now enjoy Surya at the more convenient Chill Bar food court, located at Apex @ Henderson. Do note that Surya only opens from Mondays to Fridays (8am to 4pm). You're advised to drop by early to avoid disappointment. Happy feasting! We tried Singapore's best-rated nasi padang The post Renowned 1960s nasi padang spot at Kampong Glam opens new food court stall in the West appeared first on
