Homestyle Peranakan Food In A Hawker Centre? Why I Learned To Cook | On The Red Dot - I Am A Hawker

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Published 2024-06-12
28-year-old Sarah Sng disliked cooking but was always interested in starting her own business. She got a taste of what it’s like running an F&B outlet when her parents opened a small Peranakan eatery, giving her an opportunity to learn the ropes. Inspired to make Peranakan cuisine more accessible and affordable, Sarah left her corporate job to dive into the hawker scene.

When she first opened the stall, Sarah’s dad was the main chef and Sarah prepped only the side dishes. Determined to run the stall independently, she started learning to cook from her father. It wasn’t easy and came with its share of challenges. It took Sarah over a year to master the culinary craft and nuances of Nyonya food. Now, she has customers commenting that her food reminds them of their grandmothers’ cooking.

00:00 Introduction
00:55 Peranakan food in a hawker centre?
05:01 Sarah's journey to becoming a hawker
09:34 Learning to cook from her dad
13:10 Working hard to gain confidence
18:08 Serving bulk orders of hawker Peranakan food

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All Comments (21)
  • @sarahhhsng
    Hi all! Sarah here ☺️ Thank you to everyone and especially CNA for this feature ❤️ I truly appreciate all the kind words, support and encouragement! I am happy to continue to do what I do and looking forward to see ya’ll when you drop by! 😄
  • @ragsoh
    This Nonya stall is my family's favourite. We would like buy takeways like 3-4 times a week. The owners are very nice people - especially the father Leon (Sarah is very polite too). They are very honest people doing an honest job. Their food is delicious and really down to earth.
  • @kennySg101
    Bring nonya food to hawker centre is a good idea. For most people, it is a bit expensive as a hawker food. But, comparing to restaurant, it is reasonable. I wish her success in her business
  • @reenaerh
    The food here is amazing, Sarah is such a sweet lady.
  • @peterpan9785
    We should only call them "Hawkers" after 2 years of operations in a hawker centre.. So Sarah deserved the title of a "Hawker" since she survive for almost 3 years now. Good Job!
  • @chengjm7696
    Sarah has such positive vibes and with such supportive parents and sister, she will succeed! May I know the opening hours of the stall and which day are you off? Look forward to trying it! Thanks
  • @jayechen5520
    I stay tampines and occasionally will walk over to pasir ris hawker to eat. This stall, wild olives (western) and prawnaholic (prawn mee) are the best options there. Used to have the reimundo congee also v good but closed down so sad. Anyway, it's rare to find peranakan food!!! So very happy to have this store here 🤓
  • @Wanyann
    Well done, Sarah, no success without sweat, blood, and tears. You had finally made it to the route of success. Congratulations to you may your business prosper to great heights.
  • @sunchildtine
    👍thumbs up, Sarah. many young hawkers just want to do trendy food. we need to keep heritage food alive. a popular Teochew Satay Beehon stall in Redhill is also being looked after by the owner's son. it's nice to see young hawkers wanting to continue their family legacy & do it with passion.
  • @MaxGarmin
    Have tried and really liked it…highly recommended if you are around Pasir Ris! Keep up the good work Sara!
  • @user-be5mk5em4e
    I love Peranakan food. All praise for her to work so hard for the stall and continue to persevere. Terima kasich.
  • @miklee4834
    People do not see all the hard work and long hours running a hawker food stall. People also do not see the high rental and ingredients costs and how difficult it is to make a profit.
  • @manofthehour_
    Very fair prices for Peranakan food. We need to get over the idea that eating at a hawker centre should cost +/-$5 and under.
  • @thefamouscookiedough
    What an inspiring young lady! I will be sure to check out the store when I am in Pasir Ris!!
  • @eddiensw
    Wonderful young lady..being a hawker is really not easy. but if that is your passion..ganbatte.
  • @oldcuteboy
    Thanks for sharing and teaching, Awesome food my friend!