A melting pot for cultures and cuisines
Singapore is renowned for its incredible variety of cuisines, from local favorites to international dishes, making it a great food destination for both the adventurous foodie and the more traditional diner. Singapore’s multicultural population has created an amazing food scene, and it is home to both some of the world's top restaurants and thousands of simple street-side hawker stalls.
What to eat in Singapore
When visiting Singapore, visitors should try some of the local favorites, such as Hainanese chicken rice, poached chicken served with fragrant rice cooked in chicken stock, chili crab, mud crabs cooked in a spicy tomato-based sauce with chili and garlic, laksa, a spicy noodle soup made with coconut-based curry gravy, satay, grilled skewers of marinated meat served with a spicy peanut sauce, and the national dish nasi lemak, fragrant coconut rice served with a variety of accompaniments such as hard-boiled eggs and fried anchovies. These dishes feature a unique blend of spices, flavors, and ingredients, and are sure to satisfy even the most discerning palate.