This time around, I decided to make char kway teow, or fried flat noodles, a dish that’s popular in Malaysia and Singapore. Although it originated as a cheap meal for labourers, it has become very popular with just about anyone these days. The recipe I used is as follows: For 3 to 4 servings Ingredients…
The Kopi K(c)onundrum
Coffee. It is loved by so many. People all around the world enjoy this tasty warm beverage to start their day right. While many of you may be familiar with the varieties of Starbucks and its Cappuccinos or Americanos, coffee is a significantly different question in Singapore. Welcome to Kopi. What is Kopi exactly? Kopi is…
Fried Rice (Nasi goreng) and Pickled vegetables (Atjar Tjampoer)
This was my first real exposure to both eating and cooking Singaporean food. I (Matt) decided to cook two dishes, both of them vegetarian because my housemate I was cooking with does not eat meat. I found the recipes online, but I think they were google translated directly from Malay to English, which resulted in…
Making Fish Curry
This week, I (Laura!) decided to make my first Singaporean dish, using the recipe that we posted for fish curry! As a car-less student in Kingston, the first challenge of making any dish, and in particular Asian dishes, is finding all the necessary ingredients. To help you out if you’re having any trouble with this,…
Hawker Centres? A foreign concept?
Many people ask us…Where do you actually find Singaporean food in Singapore? The answer? Hawker centres! The concept of a hawker centre is largely similar to that of a food court. They are usually non air conditioned and serve a variety of cuisine from a variety of different ethnicity. Local delicacies like chicken rice, bak…
The SAF Combat Ration
In this post, we will be sharing a different aspect of Singaporean cuisine and culture! The Singapore Armed Forces (SAF) is an integral part of Singapore. It is a rite of passage for all males above the age of 18, who get to serve in the military for approximately 2 years. One of the most…
Roti Prata (ரொட்டி ப்ரதா) and Fish Curry
Roti Prata is a national delicacy in Singapore. It is a dish of Indian origin adapted to a Singaporean context. “Roti” means bread while “Prata” means flat. Essentially, Roti Prata is a form of flatbread usually served with curry. Our search for Roti Prata in Kingston has been an abysmal one, but fear not! With…
Salted Egg Yolk Chicken (咸蛋奶油鸡)
The use of salted egg yolks is a staple in Singapore. Some of the best tasting dishes involve salted egg yolks! Today we will be teaching you how to make one of our favourite dishes: salted egg yolk chicken! Serves 2-3 Ingredients Chicken 600g boneless chicken leg meat, cut into bite-sized pieces 1 egg, beaten…
Welcome!!
Welcome to Too Shiok for Kingston! Finding Singaporean food can be tough, and cooking it can be even tougher. We’re here to help you discover new foods and create amazing dishes. We’re a trio of Queen’s students (Clive, Laura, and Matt) who were brought together by our love of food. The diverse flavours, colours, and…
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