There’s a lot to admire about Singapore: clean streets, dense gardens, public transport running like clockwork, uncompromised safety…the list goes on. But do you know what distinguishes Singapore from world-class cities like New York and London? It’s rich, diverse and ever-evolving street food culture. Come join a private food tour of Singapore by Culture Curious if you are looking for an experience that combines food and cultural insights through the vibrant neighbourhoods of Chinatown and Little India, and get the best of both worlds!
From wok-fried dishes to coconut-based curries; noodles in different types of broths to charred grilled meats, Singapore’s cuisines represents the nation’s multicultural identity, acting as a gateway to Singapore’s past, present and future. Singapore’s kopitiams, also known as Hawker Centers aren’t just food courts serving dishes, they are the lifelines physically and emotionally nourishing its residents with affordable food and feelings of belonginess.
While hawkers centres are a foodie’s wonderland, the hawker culture in Singapore can feel overwhelming for tourists and first-timers. With endless meal options, local traditions and long queues, tourists feel like they are navigating a delicious maze that’s hard to crack. At Culture Curious, the private street food tour of Chinatown and Little India helps tourists and new residents to experience the local food culture in Singapore without the stress or confusion. So let’s jump straight into the what a Street Food Tour entails, how long does it run and what makes the Private Street Food Tour organised by Culture Curious worth trying.
What is a Private Street Food Tour?
A private street food tour is a specially curated walking food adventure led by a dedicated guide, tailored to your preferences, pace, and interests. It’s where you savour authentic local flavours, discover hidden gems and most importantly dine amongst locals. Instead of joining a large group, you (and your friends) get your own local guide—making the experience more intimate, flexible, and enjoyable. Street Food Tours in Singapore are typically 3-hours long, with a variety of local food tastings.
What to expect on the Private Street Food Tour offered by Culture Curious?
The Private Steet Food Tour offered by Culture Curious enables you to explore the vibrant neighbourhoods of Chinatown and Little India, along with nine food tastings.
Here’s what to expect out of a Chinatown & Little India Private Street Food Tour offered by Culture Curious:
- Street sights and a visit to a famous temple in Chinatown
- Tastings at iconic hawker stalls that locals swear by
- The story behind the dish, its ingredients and the communities who make it
- Close-to-the-ground insights into how Singaporeans eat, gather, and live.
- Street art and places of culture in Little India
- 9 food tastings in total, including select tastings at Michelin-starred hawkers
- Compelling narratives about how locals eat, their preferences, and insights into Singapore’s multi-ethnic food stalls
- A hassle-free food ordering experience, where your guide will arrange for food based on your allergies and preferences.
- A bespoke adventure, curated with you in mind.
What is the duration of the Private Street Food Tour organised by Culture Curious?
The Chinatown and Little India Private Street Food Tour offered by a licensed English-speaking tour guide at Culture Curious runs for about 3-hours if no pick-up is required and 3.5 hours with pick-up for an additional small fee. For larger private groups, we recommend about 8 to 10 persons. In our experience, smaller group tours are more intimate, memorable and enjoyable.
Why book a Private Street Food Tour with Culture Curious?
All private tours, including the Chinatown and Little India Private Street Food Tour, at Culture Curious is planned with a lot of thought, passion and heart. Our Singapore tour guides are not locals but also foodies at heart, who know their dishes and will make you feel confident in ordering local food on your own the next time.
Four reasons why you have to try the Private Street Food Tour by Culture Curious
- Best value for money matched by quality service: Our private street food tour of Chinatown and Little India delivers on service and variety of food tastings, ensuring travelers leave with a unique, memorable experience without comprising on quality or hygiene. Hotel pick up is also available (with an additional fee) for a seamless experience from start to end.
- A wide assortment of local cuisines: The 9 tastings lets you deep dive into local flavours. You’d learn about Singapore’s national dishes and traditional snacks influenced by our immigrant culture , in addition to how the city’s rich multicultural influences shaped Singapore’s street food heritage.
- A holistic cultural experience: Even though the Little India and Chinatown Private Street Food Tour is designed around food, the walking tour takes travelers through iconic landmarks and places of cultural interest to get the best views of the two neighbourhoods. You’ll learn about the origins of our multi-ethnic foods influenced by our immigrant heritage.
- Well reviewed by global audience: Culture Curious has received over 200 rave reviews by travelers on TripAdvisor, Viator and Google Reviews. It is known for delivering quality experiences with the travelers’ interests and preferences in mind.
Book a Private Street Food Tour with Culture Curious
If you’ve always been intrigued by the popular hawker culture of Singapore, this is your sign to book a Private Street Food Tour with Culture Curious. It’s where you’ll consume more than just Singapore’s top hawker dishes and national “must-haves” like chicken rice and popiah but also uncover the history of the dishes and the people behind it. You’ll enjoy street eats with confidence, under the guidance of an expert, while getting an insider’s point of view on local hawker customs and traditions, so you can come back and feast like a local.
Craving some new local flavours? Book here and directly to enjoy best rates and get ready to dig in!