Preedee TeoSingapore is known to be a melting pot of different cuisines which celebrates the country’s unique blend of nationalities. If you are craving dishes that feature an exotic fusion of ingredients to excite your taste buds, then look no further; celebrate Singapore’s 59th National Day with a unique culinary twist on local favourites!
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Indulge in the new Chik Kut Teh burger and Pandan Kaya Ball
Image credit: MOSBurger | Official Website
MOS Burger is bringing back a beloved dish with a hearty makeover: the Chik Kut Teh Burger. This delightful creation features a peppery sauce enriched with mushrooms and lady’s finger. To complete your flavourful experience, each burger comes with a sachet of dark soy sauce to complement the red chilli.
And for dessert, indulge in the nation’s favorite sweet treat — the Pandan Kaya Ball. Both items are available at a special discounted price during this festive season.
When is it available: 24 Jul to 20 Aug 2024.
Feast on the cockles tonkotsu ramen and pickled cockles milk tea
Image credit: Takagi Ramen | Official Website
In celebration of Singapore’s culinary heritage and in conjunction with National Day, Takagi Ramen is launching a new limited-time menu item: the Sengkang Cockles Ramen and Salted Cheese Milk Tea with Pickled Cockles. This unique combination will also debut to mark the opening of their 13th outlet in Anchorvale.
Takagi Ramen will debut the Sengkang Cockles Ramen, a limited-time dish that promises an unforgettable taste experience. The ramen features a rich Tonkotsu soup, boiled for 12 hours using premium pork bones from Australia, perfectly paired with chewy Hakata ramen noodles. The star of the dish, succulent cockles, is freshly shucked and can be enjoyed either raw or cooked, depending on your preference. This innovative ramen brings a burst of seafood flavour that pays homage to Singaporeans’ love for cockles, commonly found in local dishes such as Laksa and Char Kway Teow.
For an adventurous twist, pair your ramen with Takagi Ramen’s Salted Cheese Milk Tea with Pickled Cockles. This unconventional beverage swaps out the traditional tapioca pearls for shoyu-marinated pickled cockles, topped with a creamy, savoury salted milk foam. The result is a unique sweet and savoury flavour profile that offers a truly one-of-a-kind dining experience for the bold foodie.
When is it available: 20 Jul 2024 to TBC. Grab a bowl while it lasts!
Spoil your taste buds with a bowl of Wagyu Bak Kut Teh
Image credit: The Gyu Bar | Official Website
The Gyu Bar is introducing their Wagyu Bak Kut Teh which is a limited-time dish that incorporates flavors beloved by Singaporeans. The Wagyu Bak Kut Teh reimagines the iconic pork rib soup with succulent Kagoshima Wagyu rib fingers. Slow-cooked for up to four hours in a fragrant broth infused with spices such as garlic, cloves, cinnamon, and star anise, this hearty dish delivers a rich, comforting flavour. Traditional accompaniments like taupok (bean curd puffs) and bean curd skin add to the authenticity of the soup.
When is it available: 1–11 Aug 2024
Make your festive season even sweeter
Image credit: Mister Donut x Ya Kun Kaya Toast | Official Website
Mister Donut and Ya Kun Kaya Toast are collaborating to create new exclusive Singaporean flavours with their Ya Kun Pon De Ring and Ya Kun Kaya Cream donuts that will be available in outlets islandwide.
With National Day approaching on 9 Aug 2024, the two iconic brands have teamed up to bring you breakfast-inspired treats. Ya Kun’s beloved kopi (coffee) and kaya toast flavours blend to create new layers of flavours that speak to the hearts of Singaporeans.
The Ya Kun Pon De Ring features Mister Donut’s signature chewy mochi dough infused with Ya Kun’s sock-brewed coffee, finished with a coffee-flavoured chocolate coating for a touch of sweetness.
The Ya Kun Kaya Cream Donut is a must-try. Each soft, pillowy bun is infused with airy whipped cream and enriched with Ya Kun’s signature kaya, providing a decadent twist on the traditional kaya toast.
When is it available: 1–31 Aug 2024.
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This National Day season, embrace the spirit of Singapore with these innovative fast food and drink offerings. Whether you’re indulging in the hearty Chik Kut Teh Burger and Pandan Kaya Ball from MOS Burger or daring to try the unique Cockles Tonkotsu Ramen and Pickled Cockles Milk Tea from Takagi Ramen, these special items are sure to make your celebration memorable!
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