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What can you buy from Tampines?
Tampines hawker food
- Sticks ‘N’ Bowls.
- Old World Bakuteh.
- Ho Yun Tim Sum.
- Kuai San Dian Xin.
- Nasi Lemak Specialist.
- Fu Yuan Teochew Bak Chor Mee.
- Yummy Sarawak Kolo Mee.
- Song Han Carrot Cake.
What do you eat for lunch at Tampines?

The 10 Best Eats Around Tampines You Should Try Out
- Fu Yuan Teochew Bak Chor Mee. Photo: @talewend (Instagram)
- Soi 81 Mookata. Photo: @singapore.foodie.
- Ri Ri Sheng Mala Pot. Photo: @happyfatmama.
- 802 Carrot Cake. Photo: @jazz_in_april (Instagram)
- Teo Kee Mushroom Minced Pork Noodle.
- Soi Thai Kitchen.
- Amelia’s.
- Sweet Monster.
What is zi char in English?
A Hokkien (Southern Chinese dialect) expression that directly translates to “cook and fry”, zi char is a term used to describe dishes influenced by home-cooked Chinese food, meant for sharing.
What is Tampines famous for?
Tampines Is Abundant In Nature And Greenery First, is Tampines Eco Green. This 36 hectare park is a sanctuary for flora and fauna and a place for nature recreation. It is the only park in Singapore with multiple different habitats including open grasslands, marshes, freshwater ponds and even a secondary rainforest.
What can we do at Tampines Hub?

10 Family-Friendly Things to Do at Our Tampines Hub
- Clip ‘n Climb. Clip ‘n Climb at HomeTeamNS Our Tampines Hub is a fun addition to the climbing scene in Singapore!
- Laser Tag.
- Timezone.
- Teo Heng KTV Studio.
- Swimming Pool.
- Rooftop Running Track.
- Play Area.
- Play Nation.
What can I Dabao in the East?
10 Delicious Singapore Hawker Food That May Taste Better DABAO (Takeaway) #savefnbsg
- Dry Hokkien Mee.
- Hainan Fried Hokkien Prawn Mee.
- Chwee Kueh.
- Bedok Chwee Kueh 勿洛水粿
- Braised Duck Rice.
- Chuan Kee Boneless Braised Duck.
- Nasi Padang.
- Hjh Maimunah Restaurant @ Jalan Pisang.
Why is it called economy Rice?
An economy rice meal is usually one of the cheapest options available for a meal at a hawker centre (hence its name), especially if one is judicious in choosing the less expensive dishes (generally vegetables and tofu).
What is zi char Singapore?
Zi char in Singapore Zi char, Hokkien for 煮炒 (zhǔ chǎo), quite simply means ‘cook and fry’, when translated literally. It’s homely comfort food for many of us, ranking right up there with most Singaporeans’ favourite things to eat, alongside good ol’ hawker fare.
Why is Tampines called Tampines?
The name Tampines came from the Malay word for a ironwood tree found abundantly in the town, ‘Tempinis’. Tampines Town was the first to be developed on a precinct concept in 1979 (having neighbourhoods and precincts) for the promotion of neighbourliness. It also won a UN World Habitat Award for its town design in 1992.
Was Tampines really called Tampines?
So, how did they settle on “Tampines?” Given all these different names, the Singapore Rural Board standardised the spelling of the place to become “Tampines” after consulting with the Malay Union. From 1939 onwards, all new street signs in Singapore bore the name “Tampines.”
What is so special about our Tampines Hub?
Our Tampines Hub (OTH) is Singapore’s largest integrated community and lifestyle hub, bringing together multiple agencies and offering a comprehensive range of services and facilities.
What is Dabao in English?
“Dabao”, also spelt “tabao”, means “to take away (food)”.
Where is Dabao Singapore?
259 Tanjong Katong Road, Singapore 437047
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What is Cai PNG Singapore?
In Singapore, it is commonly known as cai png, from the Hokkien 菜饭; cài fàn; chhài-pn̄g. Economy rice. Three plates of mixed rice in Malaysia. Alternative names. Mixed rice, jaahp faahn, tsa̍p-tshài-pn̄g, keng-tsè-puīnn, pick-pick rice, zhap fan.
How many calories are in a plate of Economy Rice?
Calorie count: 400 Calories are calculated based on a typical portion of a 23 cm plate or 16.5 cm bowl.
What is so special about Tampines?
Which brings us to another unique feature of Tampines. Our Tampines Hub is Singapore’s first and only integrated lifestyle and community centre, bringing together a diverse and comprehensive range of facilities and services that can be enjoyed by the whole community.
What language is Tampines?
The name Tampines goes back to the Franklin and Jackson map of 1828. It is named after Sungei Tampines, which in turn got its name from the tempinis trees (Malay for Streblus elongatus) which were said to be growing by it.
Where to order zi char in Singapore?
Pre-order online: order.kek.com.sg; or 3. Order at outlet (Takeaway or limited dine-in options – when allowed again) New Ubin Seafood is considered as one of Singapore’s favourite zi char restaurant, and has also been listed in the Michelin Bib Gourmand for 2 consecutive years.
What is the best Stingray to buy at Zi Char?
The BBQ Stingray (S$10 for small, S$12 for medium, S$15 for large) is a must-order at zi char outings and this one was pretty awesome. Slightly different from the usual stingray, the seasoning was stronger on acidity and may not appeal to everyone.
Which zi char restaurant has the best fengshui?
This zi char restaurant is called B.K Fortune with a “r” for better fengshui and luck. Families love this place for its Assam Fish Head, fresh and chunky fish drenched in spicy and sour assam gravy to whet the appetite.
Where to eat zi char in Thomson?
Ban Leong Wah Hoe has been around for a long time and established itself as a trusted zi char spot for those who live along Thomson and Yio Chu Kang. I live in the area, so I always head to Ban Leong Wah Hoe when I’m craving some good old Chinese dishes.
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