Trying local food & exploring Tiong Bahru (Singapore's hidden gem!)

This awesome Singapore neighbourhood serves up great food, culture and history! I spent a day exploring historic Tiong Bahru, trying great local food and visiting cool spots. Here's how it went...
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[@vickiwilde4697]

Thank you for showing that Singapore is more than MBS and the Merlion! Every travel vlogger is visiting SG this year and they all do the same 5 things. Please continue to show the more unique sides of this country!

[@travelforphoebe]

Oh wow - THANK YOU, can't tell you how much that means to me :)

[@The_Brandoff]

Agreed! I've seen a lot of lazy vlogging in Singapore this year. Everyone does the same thing. Everyone says "I know nothing about Singapore, let's see what it has in store for us." So that's either the laziest vlogging, or laziest way to represent content as opposed to doing your research and showing that to the viewers.

[@tokelosh]

Your solo vlogs are actually more personal and intimate. I love them!

[@travelforphoebe]

I think so too!! I feel like I get to talk to people more 😊

[@lijmes]

Love your vlogs and I actually do see you carving out a niche for yourself amongst foreign Singapore content vloggers (ie Ghib or Georgia Chaney). The slower more relaxed pace of your videos, coupled with the fresh face flushed with enthusiasm and reliving your history living here really sets a beautiful backdrop for your content. 100k in no time I'm certain!

[@travelforphoebe]

That is soooo sweet of you! Thank you so much ♥️😊🙏🏼

[@rastas000]

Your development as a vlogger is on a normal trajectory. Your views of SG are delightful. I spend four years as a child in SG and have the most delightful memories. I returned in 2019 to show my wife and share my memories and delights. I see the joy in your face when you share your SG.. Keep on doing what you are doing. It is developing, it’s working for me.

[@travelforphoebe]

Thank you so much 😊🙏🏼

[@costasworldofmusicmemories5792]

Harriet and i spent time in Tiong Bahru. You are so right about the neighborhood. It's cool. The markets are great. The sandwich with the egg on the side was our go to breakfast. Great Video. Phoebe. You are on the right track. Pace yourself, take those deep breathes and don't be so hard on yourself. As indicative of the comments below. We approve❤ Have fun with it as you do more and more videos. We love you, dear friend. ❤❤❤ Harriet, Jim and Yuki. Richmond, Va.

[@travelforphoebe]

Thank you so much :) So glad you got to enjoy so much of Singapore, it's such a special place!!!

[@amalayogashala_emmawaters]

I love your videos Phoebe - we just connect so much with how you travel and do it in a similar way so we love watching your trips and all the inside info but also love YOU! Keep going and thank you for your openness about the anxiety around new things / filming yourself - you’re not alone in that ❤

[@travelforphoebe]

Oh my gosh 🥹🥹🥹 thank you soooo much! I can’t tell you how much that means to me ♥️♥️♥️♥️

[@ingridnh1]

Really enjoyed this video. Thanks for taking us around this lovely neighborhood! All the food from the hawker center looked amazing. Yes, continue to create vlogs that are uniquely YOU!! ❤

[@travelforphoebe]

Thank you so much lovely, always love reading your comments x

[@geniegal78]

This video is really a good one! You definitely gave some good tips & advice for people who have never been to SG or only been to the tourist spots of SG. Tiong Bahru food market is one of the popular ones among locals & it is nice of you to show what are the iconic places in Tiong Bahru as well. Actually if the tourists visiting SG are able to make it a point to visit places that locals go, I am sure it will bring down their trip budget & have as much fun as you. 😉😊

[@exs1803]

Girl you look gorgeous, seems like your complexion is so smooth and glowing. Must be due to the fresh air, sunshine, travel and food experiences you are enjoying. Yes you are getting better more comfortable and relaxed travelling by yourself. Enjoying your new travel series.....

[@travelforphoebe]

Thank you!

[@cclenergy3033]

We are going to Singapore in April. I'm watching your video to refresh my memory as I have lived in Singapore for 3 years in the 1990's but so much has changed. I am trying to pick up piece by piece. Thanks for your work.

[@yinjiaseah7975]

Another great video...Kudos to Phoebe.

[@travelforphoebe]

Thank you so much 😻

[@lovetheeveryday]

Loving your solo vlogs! You're doing an amazing job. We had our first (and only) overseas trip to Singapore and loved it! We would go back in a heartbeat to explore more!!

[@travelforphoebe]

Thanks so much! 😊 I hope you get to visit again and explore more soon!

[@justjan1]

I've just binged watched all your videos since you went solo. I love your style, I feel the adventure and exploration and with each video you're getting better and better. Anxiety can be a beast but remember.. it's always been you in front of the camera, whether alone or with Matt, (and we've always enjoyed watching you), it's just now you can fully direct and showcase you which over time will free you and you'll only grow in confidence. I can't wait to see what you'll be doing in a few months time.. but keep at it. You're a natural and have always been.

[@travelforphoebe]

Oh my gosh 🥹♥️ your comment means so much to me! Thank you 🙏🏼 I’ve been filming in Indonesia and Thailand the last couple of weeks and you’re right… I’ve just grown so much. Indonesia was hard (as you’ll see in the videos) but I’ve pushed through the awkwardness and doubt and…. I feel amazing! I’m finding my flow and it feels soooo good 😍😍😍

[@mylahbarreto5265]

Awww, you’re doing great, Phoebe!

[@travelforphoebe]

Thank you! 😍😍😍

[@youngcrippen]

Nice one again! We really look forward to Sunday mornings to watch your videos over breakfast.

[@travelforphoebe]

I love hearing that - thank you x

[@tHuynhhh9]

Thank you for sharing all the awesome tips and places to visit! I'm excited to check out Tiong Bahru in March!

[@travelforphoebe]

😍♥️ you’re gonna love it! Have the best time 😊

[@ragsoh]

Thanks for another great video. I have never heard of Plain Vanilla until now. Their cupcakes look amazing and the avocado toast - wow! Looking forward to seeing more of your authentic videos.

[@travelforphoebe]

Oh gosh yes!! Hope you get to visit for a cupcake soon :) they're soooo good!

[@ashmarsim]

You're doing a fantastic job, keep it up and enjoy yourself. I'm also glad you enjoy Singapore so much. Keep it up!

[@travelforphoebe]

Thank you so so much :)

[@Nabisoul28]

Do you know to be able to reach out and say I’m just gonna enjoy the process and not worry about what people are thinking about you all my gosh it’s priceless. I am moving to Chiang Mai this year for the first time in Thailand and I’m retiring and I am looking forward to doing exactly what you’re doing. Just going to all the countries in Asian seeing everything. Thank you for your style and thank you for your time.

[@travelforphoebe]

Oh 🥹♥️ bless you! Thank you so much for the lovely comment. Congratulations on your move to Chiang Mai, you’re going to have the best time. I found myself wishing I could live there on my recent trip. What a place ✨🌿 you’re going to be so happy!

[@stevehaqa]

Love the culture food and Singapore. You handling the camera and vlogging is natural. Keep doing it and it will be at ease.

[@travelforphoebe]

Thank you so much 😁

[@uberboiz]

Thanks for the video, this really brings back memory. :) I lived in Tiong Bahru when I was based in Singapore about 10 years ago. Hoping to visit again soonish.

[@travelforphoebe]

Oh wow, what a great spot to have lived :) I just adore this area!!

[@susancoffee6152]

Great Job!!! This video is a lot relaxing to watch compare to when you first arrived at Singapore. Keep up the good work👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@travelforphoebe]

I agree :) Thank you so much xx

[@kyleighpollock651]

This was great! Thank you for sharing. I so want to visit here when next in Singapore.

[@travelforphoebe]

Thank you so much :) I think you'd LOVE it!

[@kyb3959]

Hello. Thank you for this nice video showing this nice and cool place. There are so many things to try 😀

[@travelforphoebe]

So glad you enjoyed the video :) Hope you have a great week. Phoebe x

[@anthonylim1782]

Another great video !!! im a Tiong Bahru / Redhill boy. No longer lives there but still goes back often for the awesome food and just walkabout. Telling my daughter the stories of me growing up... these 2 areas are very close to my heart.. something about Tiong Bahru and hardly anyone knows.. its the Tiong Bahru Air Raid bomb shelter.. When the Japanese invaded SG and conducted air raids.. my grandma along with other Tiong Bahru Residents took shelter inside...

[@travelforphoebe]

Oh wow… what a story! I’ve never heard that before. Thank you so much for sharing 🙏🏼

[@anthonylim1782]

@@travelforphoebe actually you walked past it.. hehe

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Nice video❤❤greetings from The Lion City❤❤

[@JoeHienSia]

Just soak it in.. u are doing great!

[@miafia7371]

You are doing great! Love the way you vlog! Just keep being you! 🧡🙂

[@travelforphoebe]

Thank you so much :)

[@lalkularathna127]

Very interesting . Thanks

[@travelforphoebe]

Thanks!

[@johnchristie7514]

Thanks for another great video. Thiong Bharu is now on my list for my next visit to Singapore and gonna look out for the longest queues at the Hawker stalls!

[@travelforphoebe]

Yessss! That's how to do it like a pro ;)

[@krystlebeveridge6695]

You do a fantastic job vlogging and you are so brave for doing what you do! One of my favourite herbs is Ashwagandha which helps with anxiety. I use it every day and highly recommend it for some inner peace ❤

[@wiebl5266]

My home town. Thanks for doing this, and its great to get your perspective on this!! Oh man Poh Piah.... ancient favourites... you can eat it morning, noon, night even midnight!!! It's so good (when you get very good hawker to make it).

[@travelforphoebe]

Thank you so much 😊🙏🏼

[@sujjyn]

🎉🎉 Loving the videos, and loving how far you’ve come

[@travelforphoebe]

Thanks so much 😊

[@mickyryan3874]

Oh wow, I really need to visit again 😃 Thank you for the tips

[@travelforphoebe]

Yes, you do! :D

[@natashalaugier2136]

Wasn't expecting to see kouign-amann in Singapore! It comes from a specific region of France and literally means butter cake in Breton language. So yes... buttery. Enjoy Singapour and thanks for sharing your experience with us :)

[@travelforphoebe]

😊🙏🏼 thank you for watching

[@cosmicadventurer1999]

Enjoyed this video. Thank you.

[@travelforphoebe]

Glad you enjoyed it! Have a great week ahead - Phoebe x

[@sachin12572]

Good presentation ❤

[@travelforphoebe]

Thank you 🙏🏼

[@walkietalkietraveller2932]

nice. thanks for the video. i've been to Singapore twice before, but not visited that area... now i know i must go back for a 3rd time !! hahaha

[@travelforphoebe]

hahaha yes you must!

[@malakasbros]

hello Phoebe.... You make me Amaze , Thank you for sharing this video.. Yeah!! 👍 ❤️

[@travelforphoebe]

Thank you sooooo much!! 😍

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[@660_H_G]

I wanna travel when I watch your video every time and I'm practicing listening to English on your youtube.😊

[@travelforphoebe]

Thanks for watching 😊🙏🏼

[@numinex1971]

Its a very tiring day for me today but when i see your eyes all my tiredness are gone all of a sudden.. you're so beautiful ❤️❤️❤️

[@travelforphoebe]

Oh thank you so much, that's so lovely. I'm so glad the videos could lift your spirits :)

[@thailiziqi]

It's my favorite city too Phoebe lovely video 🙏

[@travelforphoebe]

it's sooo beautiful!

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Can't wait seeing your smile!😍🥰

[@travelforphoebe]

Thanks for watching!! :)

[@thiffs2011]

@@travelforphoebe You have that delicious bites on foods!!!🤣😂🤣😍

[@aubreyadams7884]

Thanks for reminding us about Singapore, Phoebe. Flights from South Singapore (aka Perth) have really ramped up again so gotta pay it another visit soon.

[@travelforphoebe]

That sounds like a great plan :)

[@adrantl3315]

You are doing a great job 👍🏻 Thanks for promoting my hometown too 😊 I never have the courage to vlog and always conscious of how others will judge or comment 😅 But I’ll try next time 💪🏼

[@travelforphoebe]

Thank you so much for watching! You just gotta start :) It gets easier with time!

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[@travelforphoebe]

Thanks so much for watching!

[@maxizmerlee964]

Nice blog about Tiong Bahru but you have missed one of the hidden gems in Tiong Bahru - super mini & cute cafe at Blk 60 Seng Poh Lane (Tiong Bahru) selling great coffee and gelato (Glass roasters)

[@Imo157]

Really enjoyed 😊

[@travelforphoebe]

Thank you so much x

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[@travelforphoebe]

Thanks for watching 😊🙏🏼

[@hipposamadesu]

The wet market has many rare vegetables not found in supermarket. And it's at least 50% cheaper than supermarket, for example I bought carrots and ginger there for only $1.50 . However you have to visit the wet market before 11am.

[@travelforphoebe]

amazing tips! Thanks for watching and sharing :)

[@FelixCattenstart]

Hiya! I hope you're fully recovered by now after seeing your Instagram story. I love coconut milk, I have been drinking that so much in Mexico, fresh from a real coconut 🥥. We are too enjoying videos becoming your style, Phoebe! That Popiah place looks like home-made live-cooking stations, and I love those. Spicy in Asia is something to use careful. I once said "Spicy is fine" when the waiter asked "do you want regular or spicy chicken?", well that phrase is still following me every time I'm ordering spicy food, as my friend will never forget how red my face was. But hey, the food was delicious 🤷‍♂. Koning Amann looks like a cinnamon role but without the cinnamon 😅. Thanks for sharing and have an amazing week ahead 🤙

[@travelforphoebe]

Feeling MUCH better now, Felix! Thank goodness :) Just took a week or so of rest and recovery.

[@FelixCattenstart]

@@travelforphoebe I'm happy to hear you've been feeling a lot better now. Take it easy, or as the Mexicans would say: Tranquillo.

[@amriksingh1731]

👌👌 nice vlog

[@travelforphoebe]

Thank you x

[@new2melbtango]

Thanks for sharing! I've gone past the area each time when in SG but never stopped. Must try it next time. Ah kaya toast. When I need a fix, I buy it from asian supermarket in a jar!! LOL. Plus soft-boiled eggs with soy sauce!! Breakfast of champions!! LOL. Hope you get to check out Kampong Glam.

[@travelforphoebe]

Hahaha I tried buying Kaya jam and making it at home in Australia but it’s just not quite the same 😩 I need the authentic one 😂

[@new2melbtango]

@@travelforphoebe Yep. Plus having it in a hawker center makes it all the more delicious :)

[@travelforphoebe]

With the coffee too 🤤👌🏻

[@new2melbtango]

@@travelforphoebe Yes. Kopi with the sweet condense cream milk is a rush!! LOL. I was born in Singapore at Kandang Kerbau (KK) hospital and had family who lived in Geylang Bahru and Toa Payoh. But family then moved to Christmas Island where my parents worked until 1977, when we moved to Australia. Keep your videos coming as for me, SG is one of my favourite places to visit. My wife and I are hoping one day to stay at Fullerton Hotel - we love old-style hotels. 😄😎

[@cwt6929]

The current Tiong Bahru hawker centre has none of the old vibes that existed more than 20 years ago when it was an open air venue, with trees planted randomly amongst the tables. You would see crowds of people tucking into supper late into the night. Nowadays the hawker centre is dead after 7pm.

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[@travelforphoebe]

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[@travelforphoebe]

Thank you!

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[@travelforphoebe]

Thank you so much 🙂

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[@travelforphoebe]

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[@660_H_G]

I wanna watch the video of your interview with local people.

[@travelforphoebe]

🙏🏼😊

[@heartbeatbillionaire]

quick question: how do you pay for your travels? Do you and Matt have jobs where you work remote or is income sourced entirely through vlogging?

[@travelforphoebe]

Oof that needs a more detailed answer to share all of it haha I’ll keep it brief! No, this is it full time but it’s more than just KZbin ad revenue. We have multiple income streams spread across what people see publicly and behind the scenes too (tourism boards etc buy content from us and commission us to create for them). Also we don’t pay for everything we do. Sometimes the whole trip is paid for by a brand/tourism board, other times it’s just a hotel stay, flights, activity. Sometimes we pay for it all ourselves. It just depends 😊

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[@travelforphoebe]

Thanks for watching!

[@simroysten7963]

To your viewers, please come and visit cos the rest of East Asia are in Singapore. Well, the HKers are hopping mad cos the westerners' casino and clubhouse in HK are closed and the owners hightailed it out ,of town and to add insult to injury, they took all their money including their pet dog.

[@travelforphoebe]

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[@travelforphoebe]

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[@travelforphoebe]

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Hi Phoebe Alonzo , here l like your video trip to Singapore, you are very pretty and I make KZbin video too.

[@travelforphoebe]

Cool! Thanks for watching

[@GGrev]

I long for it, because closest thing to my childhood in Hong Kong.

[@travelforphoebe]

ohhh yes, that makes a lotta sense!! :)

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[@travelforphoebe]

Hello!