Bak Kut Teh exceeded every expectation

I went in with low expectations — I'd had mediocre versions before. What I found was Bak Kut Teh made with real commitment to prawn paste hae ko and technique. The fragrant and layered result was more complex and satisfying than anything I'd had before.

Singapore's hawker culture was inscribed as UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage in 2020. The a Michelin-starred hawker stall was exactly right for this kind of eating. Tiger beer was offered as the natural choice and it elevated everything. When a dish you thought you knew surprises you completely, that's worth celebrating. Five stars without hesitation.