{"id":14806,"date":"2024-11-09T08:00:42","date_gmt":"2024-11-09T00:00:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/glutenfreepleasure.com\/__proxy_domain\/aa-highway.com.sg\/?p=14806"},"modified":"2024-11-08T19:08:32","modified_gmt":"2024-11-08T11:08:32","slug":"halal-foods-with-an-international-influence","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/glutenfreepleasure.com\/__proxy_domain\/aa-highway.com.sg\/halal-foods-with-an-international-influence\/","title":{"rendered":"Halal Foods With An International Influence"},"content":{"rendered":"
In Singapore, the halal food scene has evolved far beyond traditional fare, offering Muslim diners a taste of international and creative dishes!\"\"<\/strong><\/h5>\n

Beyond much-loved traditional dishes like nasi lemak, halal food in Singapore today spans an exciting range, from atas (Malay for high-class) European cuisine to buzzy bakeries! With a market that was valued at US$1 billion in 2019 in Singapore, here are some must-visit spots to whet your appetite.<\/p>\n

European Flair<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Espoir<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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Image Credit:<\/strong> restaurant-espoir.sg<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Located in the historic Anglo-Chinese School in Tanjong Pagar, Espoir serves what it describes as \u201cRefined Modern European Cuisine, taking inspiration from French, Spanish, Italian, and British cooking, laced with a Malayan influence, such as the Sea Urchin Tagliatelle, and Slow-Cooked Breast of Lamb.\u201d<\/p>\n

There\u2019s also an impressive mocktail menu, so you can sip on thoughtfully curated drinks sans the alcohol! The culinary team comprises talented chefs from Michelin-starred restaurants to hotels and eateries, infusing creativity and precision into every plate.<\/p>\n

Website: restaurant-espoir.sg<\/a><\/span><\/strong>
\nAddress:<\/strong>70 Amoy Street, Singapore 069889<\/p>\n

Kucina<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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Image Credit: kucinaitalian.com<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

As Singapore\u2019s first halal Italian restaurant, Kucina is helmed by Chef Gero, an Italian-Muslim. From the open kitchen, classic items like pizza and pasta are to be expected, and the menu also features unique offerings like beef carpaccio \u2013 thinly sliced tenderloin served with an anchovy-based dressing.<\/p>\n

Craving for some authentic Italian Aglio Olio Pasta or mouth-watering Panna Cotta in the comfort of your own home? On Kucina\u2019s TikTok account<\/a><\/span><\/strong>, Chef Gero regularly posts his cooking tutorials with plenty more behind-the-scenes!<\/p>\n

Website:<\/strong> kucinaitalian.com<\/a><\/span><\/strong>
\nAddress:<\/strong> 11 Tanjong Katong Road #B1-09\/10 Kinex, Singapore 437157<\/em><\/p>\n

Taste of Taiwan<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Wong Fu Fu<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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Image Credit: Wong Fu Fu<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Touted as Singapore\u2019s first halal Taiwanese-inspired restaurant, Wong Fu Fu boasts an extensive menu featuring everyone\u2019s favourite, Taiwanese classics like beef noodles and hotplate dishes. Every main dish order includes free-flow cold side dishes and even a DIY bubble tea corner!<\/p>\n

From 15 October 2024 and for a limited time, the Miffy Mini Hotpot is available with six soup bases \u2013 Tom Yum, Prawn, Mala, Herbal, Kimchi, and Dashi to whet your appetites.<\/p>\n

Website:<\/em><\/strong> www.facebook.com\/wongfufusg<\/a><\/strong><\/span>
\nAddress:<\/strong> 776 North Bridge Road, Singapore 198744<\/p>\n

Alley Wei<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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Image Credit: Alley Wei<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Located in the retail labyrinth that is Northpoint City in Yishun (with another outlet in Tampines Mall), Alley Wei serves affordable Taiwanese street food like scallion pancakes and juicy dumplings, paired with homemade soya bean drinks, and its signature beef noodles.<\/p>\n

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Website: www.facebook.com\/alleyweisg<\/a><\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

Addresses:<\/strong><\/p>\n

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\u00a0– 930 Yishun Avenue 2 #B1-151 The Makan Town, Northpoint City, Singapore 769098<\/em><\/p>\n

\u00a0– 4 Tampines Central 5 #B1-K21 Tampines Mall, Singapore 529510<\/em><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n

K-Food<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Sangwoo Street<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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Image Credit: Sangwoo Street<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Owned by a Korean-Muslim, Sangwoo Street offers affordable, authentic dishes like bibimbap<\/em>, ssambap,<\/em>soondubujjigae, <\/em>and japchae<\/em>. All four come in three versions each, with varieties such as Fried Chicken Bibimbap, Bulgogi Kimbap with marinated beef, and Chadol Japchae.<\/p>\n

As a stall in a coffee shop, the menu is limited but has been highly praised by patrons.<\/p>\n

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Website: www.instagram.com\/sangwoostreetsg<\/a><\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

Address:<\/strong> 925 Yishun Central 1 #01-211 Kedai Kopi, Singapore 760925<\/em><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n

Seoul Garden<\/strong><\/h3>\n

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One cannot discuss halal Korean food in Singapore without mentioning the OG favourite since 1983, Seoul Garden! This restaurant chain has been serving up buffet-style Korean BBQ to hungry Singaporeans long before K-pop gained popularity.<\/p>\n

With six outlets islandwide, including Marina Square and Clementi Mall, Seoul Garden is a reliable go-to for a smokin\u2019 good time. If you are a Korean foodie and see yourself patronising them, sign up as a member to get vouchers and earn points for every $1 spent.<\/p>\n

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Website:<\/em> seoulgarden.com.sg<\/p>\n

Addresses: 200 Victoria Street #02-52 Bugis Junction, Singapore 188021<\/em><\/p>\n

\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a06 Raffles Boulevard #03-210 Marina Square, Singapore 039594<\/em><\/p>\n

\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a04 Tampines Central 5 #04-01 Tampines Mall, Singapore 529510<\/em><\/p>\n

\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 930 Yishun Avenue 2 #03-05 Northpoint City, Singapore 769098<\/em><\/p>\n

\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 1 Maritime Square #01-65\/66 Harbourfront Centre, Singapore 099253<\/em><\/p>\n

\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a03155 Commonwealth Avenue West #05-18 Clementi Mall, Singapore 129588<\/em><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n

Baked with Love<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Konditori\"\"<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Run by the folks behind the popular Fika, Konditori is a halal bakery offering freshly baked goods like their signature cinnamon roll, a decadent bun topped with pearl sugar. Monthly specials include chocolate madeleines and truffle mushroom croissants, so keep an eye out for these carb-y delights! For orders to gift, they sell assorted nicely designed greeting cards for your to write notes to accompany your gifts.<\/p>\n

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Website: konditori.sg<\/a><\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

Address:<\/strong> 33 Bussorah Street, Singapore 199451
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\u00a0<\/strong>Fluff Bakery\"\"<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Fluff Bakery has been around since 2012 with the iconic origination of cupcake with a core infused with Nutella \u2013 a testament to its popularity in the fickle F&B scene! Founder Syaira is a self-taught baker who used to bake and gift to her family and friends before starting Fluff Bakery.<\/p>\n

Known for their creative cupcake flavours like \u2018Ondeh-Ondeh\u2019 and \u2018Bandung\u2019, Fluff Bakery also offer an array of sweet delights, including loaf cakes, cookies, and now, house-made gelato for dessert lovers.<\/p>\n

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Website: fluffbakery.sg<\/u><\/a><\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

Address:<\/strong> 795 North Bridge Road, Singapore 198763<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n

Good Noods<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Woke Ramen\"\"<\/strong><\/h3>\n

A cross-over between Chinese and Japanese cuisine, Woke Ramen isn\u2019t your traditional ramen; it\u2019s a hybrid of Chinese lamian noodles with a ramen broth kissed by wok hei. If you\u2019re craving variety, the menu also features prawn noodles, charred udon, and snacks like five-spice bean curd and cucumber with black fungus salad.<\/p>\n

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Website:<\/strong> wokeramen.com.sg<\/a><\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

Addresses:\u00a0<\/strong>80 Changi Boulevard #03-19B Viewing Mall Central, Terminal 1, Singapore 819642<\/em><\/p>\n

\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a01 Sengkang Square Unit #03-13, Singapore 545078<\/em><\/em><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n

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The Ramen Stall<\/strong><\/h3>\n

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With a name like The Ramen Stall, high expectations are set! The broth is a labour of love, boiled for over 30 hours to produce a rich, flavourful, collagen-filled concoction. If noodles aren\u2019t your preference, the menu also offers sushi<\/em> with the classic California maki and unique Chicken Floss Cutlet maki, sashimi<\/em> and kushiyaki <\/em>(skewers).<\/p>\n

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Website:<\/strong> www.theramenstall.sg<\/a><\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

Address:<\/strong> 787 North Bridge Road, Singapore 198755<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n

Inclusivity<\/strong><\/h3>\n

As more Halal-certified eateries join the fray, there are more choices for our Muslim friends to taste foods from different cultures which were previously not Halal. Even traditional favourites like Hainanese chicken rice has more eateries getting Halal certified, making Singapore\u2019s food scene more inclusive for Muslims.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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