Casual Dining

Cozy outdoor dining area at Niningashi Japanese Izakaya restaurant on East Coast, featuring patrons enjoying dinner under glowing red and white paper lanterns.

Restaurant Discoveries

At Niningashi, East Coast Japanese Restaurant: An Izakaya That Feels Like a Second Wind

Gabriella Lin May 29, 2026

A top-down view of fresh Vietnamese spring rolls (Gỏi Cuốn) arranged on a white plate with lemon wedges and fresh herbs, illuminated by soft sunlight.

Asian Street Food

Gỏi Cuốn (Vietnamese Spring Rolls): What is this Vietnam’s Fresh Street Snack?

Leslie Seah May 1, 2026

A hawker chef in a white uniform prepares plates of food inside a compact, bustling Singaporean chicken stall. Rows of glistening, roasted whole chickens hang from metal racks above the counter as the centerpiece of the shop.

Restaurant Discoveries

Why the Search for the Best Dine in Singapore Ends in Hawker Chan

Leslie Seah February 13, 2026

A man in a white t-shirt stands at a brightly lit Yong Tau Foo hawker stall, browsing an array of fresh ingredients and noodle options. Above the counter, colorful menu boards display various soup bases and steamed buns available for order.

Restaurant Discoveries

The Michelin Star Guide in Asia: What Makes a Hawker Stall Worthy of a Star

Gabriella Lin February 13, 2026