It's a Wrap! Old-School Sustainability & Traditional Tastes
Synopsis:
Come with us on this Food Tour to explore the heritage area around Tiong Bahru Market, see the fantastic mural and architecture, listen to stories and taste the history and culture of wrapped food. Why did they use certain leaves or specific plants? What's the story behind it? Is it for taste? Preservation? Try lotus leaf rice, dumplings, Nonya kuehs and many more, and understand the why and how behind the different wraps and celebrate this sustainable food wrapping culture from yesteryear.
Details:
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Explore the different types of leaves and plants used for wraps, and understand their history and origins.
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See various wraps, and understand the influence of the fragrances and flavours they give.
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Meet original hawkers and stall owners, who have carried on the traditions since. yesteryear!
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Understand how to use these sustainable wraps in a modern context.
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Taste your way through all these wonderful packages - and it's a wrap!
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Includes Lunch through many Food tastings.
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Beverages during the tour are not included, please bring your own water bottle.
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Meeting Point: Pasar & Fortune Teller Murals, Beside Tiong Bahru Community Center, 67A EuChin Street, Singapore 169715
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Ending Point: Tiong Bahru Market.