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If you are a tourist, a must-visit destination in Singapore
is a hawker centre. Think about it—there is so much
local food available for you to try! For example, there
is chicken rice, hokkien mee, fishball noodles, and so
much more! Imagine yourself stepping into Chomp
Chomp Food Centre, one of the oldest hawker centres
in Singapore. So, what is so special about this famed
hawker centre? Let us dive a bit deeper.

Chomp Chomp Food Centre is located along Kensington
Park Road, near Serangoon Gardens. Established in the
1950s, it has become a gathering spot for many residents,
offering a variety of diverse and affordable street food.
It was recognised as one of the busiest hawker centres
in Singapore by 1987 and made headlines in 2018 when
a woman bid $10,000 for a drinks stall, though she later
withdrew.

Based on one of my experiences eating there, I would I believe that hawker centres are part of our Singaporean
recommend trying the grilled stingray. It is paired with culture. They are what binds us together as one. I
sambal and wrapped in banana leaves for extra flavour. hope that future generations will continue this hawker
The stingray is lightly charred on the outside, giving it a heritage and make Singapore a nation rich in food and
smoky taste, which is what makes me like it so much. culture.
Grilled chicken wings — with their fragrant aroma and
juicy meat — are also a popular favourite.
“One bite of smoky grilled stingray at Chomp
To end the meal, take a sip of sugar cane juice. It is often Chomp, and I knew — hawker centres are
served with a squeeze of lime for extra tanginess and where flavours unite us and keep our culture
lots of ice. To me, a refreshing drink is just the right way alive.”
to end a hearty meal.

To make it a more uniquely Singaporean experience, Phun Xin Ya
feel free to add a few more à la carte dishes like chicken P6.1
rice and hokkien mee. Seafood and desserts are highly North Spring Primary School
recommended, too.

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