チャイナタウンでのシンガポール料理ツアーの味

Really enjoyed this Chinatown food tour! It felt very local and authentic - a nice mix of food, culture, history and little stories that you probably wouldn’t discover just walking around on your own. We got to visit some of the older heritage spots, learn more about the history of the area and understand some of the traditions and cultural beliefs that are still part of everyday life today. Of course, there was lots of food along the way too! From really good roast meats to laksa, curry puff and traditional coffee and toast - everything was well curated and gave us a nice taste of different local flavours. I also liked that our guide shared stories behind some of the food places and even some little “secret ingredients”, which made the experience a lot more interesting than simply eating from stop to stop. We ended the tour at a very nostalgic old-school coffee place, which was such a nice way to wind down after all the walking and eating. ☕️ Even though Singapore weather can be really hot… the whole tour was paced comfortably with enough stops and breaks along the way, so it felt very easy and enjoyable overall. Our guide Serene was warm, knowledgeable and shared so many interesting stories throughout the tour. Would definitely recommend this for anyone who wants to experience Chinatown beyond the usual tourist sights.. a really nice way to discover Singapore through its food, heritage and local stories. 🇸🇬❤️

It’s a great experience, getting to learn about local food traditions and taste them. A short walk along the business district and visited some temples. The guide is great. Enjoyable trip

Easy paced and well curated food introduction! Enjoyed the tour 👍

As a local, I rarely do tours in Singapore, but this food trail was a wonderful experience that really deepened my understanding of Chinatown and our country’s past. It proved to me that exploring your own home country can be incredibly fun, interesting, and eye-opening! The route took us through historic and cultural landmarks, including an interesting first-time visit near a local Chinese temple. Our guide, Serene, was very engaging, shared great stories, and kept the pace relaxed and fun. Ron was also excellent in ensuring everything ran smoothly throughout the day. The food selections along the trail offered a genuine taste of local flavors and traditions. I highly recommend this to both tourists and locals who want to rediscover Chinatown's vibrant food scene!

It was one of the better value food tours. Beyond the carefully curated menu, we visited interesting places within Chinatown and enjoyed the friendliness of the people we met. The pacing was comfortable and most parts of the route were in sheltered or air-con places that we truly appreciate, given Singapore’s humidity and the time of the year. We tried classics like Hainanese kaya toast and it was the best we had. The bread was thick and toasty whilst the gate kept Char Sieu and Roast Pork was heavenly! Thick juicy chunks of sliced char sieu and crispy roasted pork! It was also important that food was the central theme that linked culture, religion and history. By the end, I felt like I understood Chinatown not just as a place, but as a community and that is so evident in the interaction between Istoria and many of the stallholders and regulars who were just hanging out. I definitely recommend it. Try it and experience it for yourself.

This was a lovely curated experience, and such a interesting way to discover a slice of Singapore's history. It was a perfect way to spend an afternoon - trying the various foods that Singapore's early migrants brought with them which has become part of the local culture. The establishments - whether food or a historical stop - that we visited had that undeniably Singapore feel to it. Serene was most informative, and also took care of our group's needs. She made sure that we had time to rest in between stops.

I had the best time with two of my friends on the Chinatown food tour organised by Istoria Collective with Serene and Ronald. Initially, I was wondering if it was going to be too hot since we met at 3 p.m., but the way they curated the tour made it feel really comfortable. There was a little bit of walking, but it was nicely paced, and we passed through indoor spaces with shelter along the way, which made a huge difference. I loved that we got to learn a little bit about the different spots we visited, including the temples, while enjoying really good food throughout the tour. We even ended with coffee and Kaya toast, which was such a nice way to wrap everything up. One of my friends who joined us was 15 weeks pregnant, and I really appreciated how thoughtfully the tour was paced. She was comfortable throughout, and both Ronald and Serene were very attentive to everyone’s needs. Overall, it was such a fun, enjoyable, and well-curated experience. I’d definitely recommend it if you’re looking for a relaxed yet fun way to explore Chinatown, learn a bit of its history, and enjoy some really great food along the way.

Serene was a friendly and enthusiastic guide to Singapore food culture. She shared many stories about Singapore’s history and how it shaped local versions of dishes from China, India, Malaysia and elsewhere. I learned how to order coffee or tea like a local, how to navigate Hawker centres, and how to avoid the busiest times. I’m looking forward to explore more on my own. We also visited some less well-known spots, temples, and mini-museums that I never would have found on my own. Serene was able to adapt parts of the tour based on what we talked about and what I liked, including some of the best won tons I have ever had (Ji Ji noodle house in Hong Lim Food Centre). She also took some paths indoors to stay out of the rain or heat. I left full of food and full of places to come back to later in my trip, and a deeper understanding of Singapore. This tour was excellent value and a great introduction to Singapore’s Chinatown.

What an excellent tour this was! Ronald told me so much about Asian culture and history tgrough this carefully curated tour, that was also tailored to my interests. Not only did I get to try meat dishes, but also soupand seafood as well as drinks like sugar cane juice. I also got to go into different types of sites in Chinatown from hawker centers and wet/dry markets to malls and temples. I highly recommended this food tour. It was fun as well as tasty. Thanks again, Ronald, for a wonderful experience!

Attended the food tour with my friends, led by Ronald. Super friendly and engaging tour guide that gave us insights on Chinatown in a way that I have never seen before, in both modern and traditional ways. The 3.5hrs food tour was just right for us, with a good balance of delicious food items, ranging from roasted meats, laksa, curry puff, toast & coffee, chicken noodles etc. In between each stop, there were also some visits to traditional spots and temples around. Also because Singapore is really hot, their tour route was considerate to plan it such that we are walking through air conditioned places most of the times and carefully curated rest spots. Gotta say that we were also really lucky with the weather that it almost rained but didn’t in the end. Apart from that, what differentiates him from other tour guides is his relations with the hawkers and shop owners. The friendliness and enthusiasm made us feel like home away from home. Highly recommended food tour to consider!