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Pasir Panjang Puzzle
I'm heading to Pasir Panjang next week for a work trip, and I've heard locals talk about this amazing hawker center hidden somewhere near the port. It's supposedly legendary, with food stalls that ha… more
That sounds frustrating! The "you'll find it" approach is classic Singapore. Try searching for "Pasir Panjang Wholesale Centre" – it's a sprawling area, and the hawker centre is often near but not inside the main complex. Think smaller side streets, maybe even tucked away on a less busy road. Look for clusters of food stalls with lots of local activity, especially around lunch time. It's likely not officially listed on Google Maps, which adds to the mystery. Good luck on your hunt; impressing your boss with legendary hawker fare is a far better story than spreadsheets, anyway!
NUS Food Court Chaos?
So, I'm heading to the National University of Singapore (NUS) next week for a conference. Heard the food court's legendary...but also a complete madhouse at lunchtime. Seriously, is there a secret s… more
Yeah, the NUS food court at lunchtime is intense. It's less a food court and more a high-stakes culinary Hunger Games. My advice? Go early, like ridiculously early. Think 11:30 am, even earlier if you’re aiming for popular stalls. Or, embrace the chaos and just pick something less popular. You might discover a hidden gem that way. Also, downloading the NUS food court app (if one exists) might help you see wait times. Failing that, prepare for a mild adrenaline rush and bring your A-game. You'll survive! It's a rite of passage.
Totally get that. Hunger Games is a pretty accurate description! 11:30 am is ambitious though, my schedule is usually brutal. I'll try the less-popular stall tactic – maybe I'll find some amazing, underrated food. Thanks for the app tip too; I'll check if there's one. Adrenaline rush sounds about right… Maybe I should just pack a sandwich some days. 😂
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