Dumplings abound during the Dragon Boat Festival. It is a traditional Chinese celebration that occurs on the fifth day of the fifth month of the Chinese calendar, which corresponds to late May or early June. The holiday commemorates Qu Yuan who was the beloved prime minister of the southern Chinese state of Chu during the Warring States period, about 600 BC to 200 BC.
Chilli Crab A popular seafood dish in Singapore, chilli crab has sweet, tangy notes together with a spicy kick. It is one of the great food icons of the country. The Sri Lankan mud crabs are prepared live so freshness is an essential part of the texture and sweetness of the meat. Beaten egg is
Roti John This split French loaf fried with spicy eggy omelette is found at Malay stalls at the hawker centre. Its name translates to “John’s Bread” and may have its beginnings with the Malay and Indian locals in Malaysia and Singapore adapting this western fare to suit their own palates. Serves 2 1 French loaf,
