Chapter 1
From swamp to global metropolis
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Chapter 2
The green blueprint of a garden city
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Chapter 3
The delicious melting pot of cultures
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Chapter 4
Quirky laws and high-tech living
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YOUR GOAL
Master of Discovering Singapore
Ch 3 · The delicious melting pot of cultures
marcus Singapore's Hawker Culture
Wok-hei on the fire, laksa in the bowl, UNESCO's got our soul!
Fun Fact
Michelin star hawker: In 2016, a Singapore hawker stall selling soya sauce chicken became the world's first to win a Michelin star.
Glossary
hawker centre (noun)
An open-air food complex containing multiple stalls that sell a variety of inexpensive dishes. In December 2020, UNESCO added Singapore's communal dining hubs to its Intangible Cultural Heritage list.
An open-air food complex containing multiple stalls that sell a variety of inexpensive dishes. In December 2020, UNESCO added Singapore's communal dining hubs to its Intangible Cultural Heritage list.
Quiz
What is the unique colloquial English-based creole spoken informally by Singaporeans?
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Which traditional Singaporean breakfast consists of toasted bread with coconut jam, soft-boiled eggs, and coffee?
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In which year was Singapore's hawker culture officially added to the UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage list?
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Which neighborhood in Singapore is famous for its colorful shophouses, temples, and Indian restaurants?
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What is the name of Singapore's policy introduced in 1989 to prevent ethnic enclaves in public housing?