Tag Archives: Geylang

Hankering for hawker food

Posted on July 29, 2013 by bookjunkie

I thought I would be one of those Asians who could go to a non Asian country on holiday and not hanker for Asian food after a week, but it turns out that that’s not the case. Guess this is … Continue reading →

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Back for the famous charcoal fired Geylang Hokkien Mee

Posted on May 2, 2013 by bookjunkie

Very messy but somehow the most messily plated meals are the yummiest in Singapore. Had satay too this time, but ordered way too much. And yes, it’s quite impossible to get a parking lot here at Lorong 29. But once … Continue reading →

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Still the Best Assam Laksa in Singapore

Posted on April 22, 2013 by bookjunkie

The parking situation is horrendous with everyone watching out for traffic cops, but the assam laksa in Geylang is really the best in Singapore. Have made repeated visits but this was our first lunch time visit. I wasn’t even hungry … Continue reading →

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Geylang Revisited: Retro Shops, & Almond Cream for Dessert

Posted on January 26, 2013 by bookjunkie

Saw this interesting old shop selling nothing but green weighing scales that you can spot at most market stalls.

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Best Penang Assam Laksa in Singapore: Another Visit

Posted on November 9, 2012 by bookjunkie

Somehow my post about Penang Assam Laksa garnered a lot of hits. It’s strange sometimes which posts turn out to be popular. Usually the least expected ones. Makes me happy though. Went back for another visit because when I mentioned … Continue reading →

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Made Another Visit to Geylang for Hokkien Mee

Posted on May 2, 2012 by bookjunkie

You can read about it here. Saw this beautiful mosque against the sunset as we neared the coffee shop.

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Geylang Lor 29 Hokkien Mee by Another Brother in the East

Posted on April 18, 2012 by bookjunkie

We decided to try this hokkien mee at 396 East Coast Road to see how it compares to the one in Geylang with the same name. The one I raved about recently. B tells me that it’s actually run by … Continue reading →

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Geylang Lorong 29: Charcoal Fried Hokkien Mee

Posted on April 7, 2012 by bookjunkie

I just had to post this as my cousin has never tried this particular and most famous Hokkien Mee before and I’m sure she will love it. I’m just being cruel and tempting her because she’s not in Singapore right … Continue reading →

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Singapore’s Best Penang Style Assam Laksa can be Found at Geylang

Posted on September 30, 2011 by bookjunkie

Singapore’s best and most affordable laksa can be found at a Coffee Shop called Penang Seafood Restaurant at 76 Geylang, at Lorong 25A. It’s just across the road from the Aljunied MRT station. You can get a small bowl for … Continue reading →

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Tourist in my Own Country: Walking the Streets of Geylang

Posted on August 5, 2011 by bookjunkie

This red light district in Singapore is transforming. It seems like there are many authentic restaurants with cuisine from China now and the staff are also from China. Loads of people jaywalking and bicycles dangerously crossing over from one lane … Continue reading →

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Geylang: Beancurd

Posted on May 23, 2011 by bookjunkie

The soya beancurd was yummy, but I had a rude shock when I bit into the yu tiao (crullers which are deep fried dough) and oil squirted into my mouth. Uggh. It was probably made in the morning and left … Continue reading →

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Lorong 29 Geylang: Hokkien Mee

Posted on May 21, 2011 by bookjunkie

May not look very appetising, but it is. It’s straight out of the wok. Flavourful, but definitely artery clogging. I always try not to eat the pieces of lard, but some of my friends love them. The smallest portion is … Continue reading →

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Greenbegger Supermarket

Posted on May 21, 2011 by bookjunkie

What an unusual name for this supermarket which is right smack in the middle of Geylang. Specifically 527 Geylang Road. I do like green bean soup.  It’s a kind of pea actually. This is what they use to make it. … Continue reading →

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Pink and Blue: Meng Yew Hotel in Geylang

Posted on May 20, 2011 by bookjunkie
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Pink Sunset at Geylang

Posted on May 20, 2011 by bookjunkie
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Old Singapore at City Plaza

Posted on May 12, 2011 by bookjunkie

City Plaza is a really old shopping centre at 810 Geylang Road. The nearest MRT is Paya Lebar. It’s like time stood still here, as it remains very much in the 70’s. Most people come here for the Arnold’s which … Continue reading →

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Geylang: Singapore’s Red Light District Is More Famous For It’s Food

Posted on August 27, 2010 by bookjunkie

Our red light district just doesn’t seem like one. It is just slightly sleazy, surprisingly not too grimy, and seems quite safe, even at night. This place is dotted with well known coffeeshops and durian stalls. There are coffee shops … Continue reading →

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