Mini NTUC In New Zealand | Where to find SG and MY groceries in NZ | EPACS | and new job!

[@Richard1855]

Hi Steve, I had time to think about what you actually recorded/filmed and I know it was about the foods that you missed from Singapore. You were also very honest about how your life is like now, the fact that you showed us the job(you needn't have to, but did) you had to take on, to make ends meet says heaps. Above all, you presented it with humility and pride. I have found a new level of respect and admiration of you. You did what the late Price Philip always say: "just get on with it". In the long game, I know you will succeed, fly to Singapore to indulge the foods; sitting at the pointy end of the aircraft. Take care.

[@swimmingpoolz]

Love this comment, and fully agree. Nice to see such genuine interaction on youtube!

[@ReddotDiaries]

Hey Richard! Oh my god thank you so so much for your kind comment!! I'm actually on my break at work now 😂 and it's literally uplifting to hear such compliment. Life is all like that la.. I'm just living an ordinary life like everyone else and happen to video it.. and we all go through ups and downs. Haha sitting in the pointy cockpit going to Singapore would be my dream come true..! Hope you have a good weekend and take care!!

[@Richard1855]

@@ReddotDiaries in keeping to your dream coming true, imagine yourself in your airline uniform landing your aircraft in Singapore. You secure your aircraft, clear customs & immigration and jump into a NTUC taxi to get to your airline's hotel. You get there, check-in and go to your room. You very quickly open your suitcase, pull out your t shirt and shorts and change out of your uniform. You go down to the lobby and jump into another NTUC taxi and head straight to your favourite hawker centre, and wahla! you are in food heaven! Keep this thought in your mind, Steve.

[@kinooink]

Can tell Uncle Peter is a Singaporean instantly when he starts to talk… will feel more homesick at his supermarket

[@ReddotDiaries]

Yeah and I really love the corner coffee shop he has. I went there again today but the cafe is still closed until nz lockdown level changes. Feels like home over there..

[@crosbyong]

It’s so nice that your attachments to things/food of Singapore 🇸🇬 💕 are so positive. Saw in the store some popular Korean instant noodles brand that are popular here in Singapore.

[@ReddotDiaries]

Hey Crosby! Yeah it's hard not to be attached to Singapore..and the people there. Miss SG very much but I'm slowly kinda getting used to life here. Can't wait for borders to open up again.. in the meantime take care and stay safe!!

[@crosbyong]

@@ReddotDiaries btw, didn’t realise that your dad passed away till I saw a CNA programme featuring you flying back. My deepest condolence to you & family.

[@nomiriko]

Respect this uncle..singlish never dies🤭🤭 I'm Singaporean currently study in Germany, my singlish blooming in germany too..lah, leh aiyoh, shiok, makan etc..🤭😂😂

[@user-hz6yg6mf3o]

So proud of u...steady lah !

[@nomiriko]

@@user-hz6yg6mf3o huat ah..singapore lai liao😊🇸🇬

[@user-hz6yg6mf3o]

@@nomiriko read ur text with a smile. U sure huat one ! Btw , well wishes to u in Germany. I love German Christmas stollen...shiok!

[@catechin29]

Making Singapore Great in Germany! :)

[@user-hz6yg6mf3o]

Hey! Steve , a comment that said...... Making Singapore Great in Germany. As for u... Making SINGAPORE great in NZ.

[@Dan-nb7zq]

Hi brother Steve, today I went to eat Satay Bee Hoon at Redhill Food Centre I reached there at 1.50 pm. I was lucky the stall still opened. The Satay Bee Hoon is indeed nice and yummy 😋. Many thanks for your recommendation. Stay safe and keep healthy!

[@ReddotDiaries]

Hey Dan! Omg I miss satay beehoon so much.. love the taste of warm satay sauce with squid and bits or pork 🤤 please enjoy some more for me bro!!

[@lliamjurdom9505]

This channel is so cool …. This guy keeps going to places Ive never been to … and I live here !!!! I subscribed

[@DamselflySnaps]

Oh wow! I can feel your joy! It’s a gem you found!

[@ReddotDiaries]

Haha yeah I actually went back today to top up a bit more 😅😂

[@DamselflySnaps]

Haha. I would do the same! Hope to see more videos from you. Love your content and the genuine and sincere way it is presented. Please do more videos!

[@alkabnd]

FULL RESPECT. There is no job that is beneath us as long as it makes a decent living and is not illegal. Making the best of the situation and do not give up! Such positive mindset is infectious and inspiring!

[@ReddotDiaries]

Thanks Aaron! It really is a pretty decent job tho. I quite enjoy doing it (I'm actually on my break at work now 😂)

[@CyberMew]

I loled when you spilled the noodles.. oh man wasted.. I am glad there is a asian supermarket that you found, looks great actually to satisfy those cravings... being overseas before i can also feel the homesick and the feeling of finding something familiar.. thanks for videoing this! hope you can go back to your original job soon too

[@ReddotDiaries]

Haha yeah I was so hungry that day.. all the little things taken for granted means so much when you leave sg.. thanks and take care!!

[@HoratioFong]

Look out for Prima Taste Laksa! They're the authentic "instant" noodle laksas. "Instant" because it will take about 7 minutes to cook.

[@lackadaisicalllama]

Yep, best laksa for when you’re overseas and miss laksa

[@kheeseah3255]

@@lackadaisicalllama Yes the curry as well.

[@ReddotDiaries]

Wah so many people recommended prima brand. Is it that good?

[@kheeseah3255]

@@ReddotDiaries It tastes the closest to the local flavour! :)

[@iamingrid6469]

Huh you nvr heard of Prima Deli Laksa meh Oso their Curry Chicken Paste Ex but Deli🤤

[@franzthegardener6978]

Steve, I am so happy for you. I know you will be shopping at EPACS quite often now.

[@ReddotDiaries]

Thank you! I actually went back today also 😆

[@franzthegardener6978]

@@ReddotDiaries LOL... I knew it.

[@blossomdays2191]

FINALLY! Think this supermarket can help you to settle your cravings abit. Feels like home after hearing uncle speaking singlish to you. The trolleys seemed heavy! Strong ah Steve! 💪🏻

[@ReddotDiaries]

I know!! I was so happy to find it. I went again to top up some kopi and noodles today. Was hoping the coffee shop would be open but they will remain closed until the next level of lockdown. Hope you're doing well and take care!!

[@blossomdays2191]

@@ReddotDiaries you too stay safe in NZ! The cases just keep rising in 🇸🇬 and compulsory ART test for work every week...its getting scary here...

[@bellefoo]

Hey Steve, u appeared on Ep 2 of CNA, Pandemic Borders......it will broadcast this weekend, I think. Cheers, take care!

[@ReddotDiaries]

Hey thank you! I watched it the other day live! Haha amazing how much work goes into making these documentaries.. kudos to the cna team.. and they were so friendly and nice too

[@justothesky]

Hello Steve, glad u found the asian mart! Hope to see more about your flight training!

[@ReddotDiaries]

Hey Justin! Thank you! Man.. the training has been pretty intense and tough lately bro. Lots of things to memorise and move at quite fast pace. Really hoping it'll be more fun once we start flying

[@justothesky]

@@ReddotDiaries Oh yeah, it definitely will be fun once u start flying. Prepare to bring a sick bag for ur first few flights! XD

[@elainelam3949]

I love this place. It really has all the things from home. 🥰 (Steve, check whether they have Prima Taste cooking paste from Singapore. These pre-packed paste are the best!)

[@joanfan6937]

Thanks for showing us E-PACS..a must place go list when I go Auckland one fine day. $20.00 per hour is good free lance work.. Aeronautical study is priority...stay healthy n safe to all at home.

[@ReddotDiaries]

Hey Joan! You're right..! After last weekend I barely had time to study on Sunday and was stressed all week 😭 trying to find a balance this weekend. Hope you had a nice weekend Joan!

[@extemme1978]

Hey Steve, chanced upon your KZbin. I really like your vibes and video! BTW I am from Singapore. Continue to live your life to the fullest!

[@ReddotDiaries]

Hey buddy! Thank you! Haha I try but I'm definitely not a living life to the fullest person la..😅 Still waste lots of time and do dumb stuff and be lazy. Have a good weekend!

[@extemme1978]

Living life to the fullest does not mean you have to be always doing something. 🤣 your video is very genuine. Perhaps if I go to NZ one day,might pay you a visit for some nice "local" food with Chilli.😀

[@里奥-e3o]

It’s huge! They have a lot of stuffs from both Singapore/Malaysia. Good find! No need to miss Singapore food liao. LoL.

[@ReddotDiaries]

Hahaha not the same la 😅

[@phng8316]

Love your vlog..keep it up and stay safe!!😊😍

[@pth8888]

Glad that u found this place to satisfy your craving for Singapore & Malaysia foods. Price is higher but what to do right? Just buy and eat lah 😋

[@ReddotDiaries]

Haha yeah exactly. I went back today to get some more kopi and noodles. The price ex compared to sg of course but by nz standard very reasonable!

[@nurtje16]

Gosh I missed that place . When in Auckland we went there every weekend lol

[@aronkhong6524]

For Singapore Katong style laksa, the closest you can get in NZ is Koka Laksa instant noodles. Available in Lim Chhour Chinatown off Ti Rakau.

[@karentham3683]

Thanks for bringing us on your adventures, it’s really entertaining and informative especially on what food we can find in Auckland. Good job on your videos and showing us the ropes on moving trolleys ;)

[@ReddotDiaries]

Hey Karen thank you for the kind compliments! 😊

[@viok2932]

Is quite a well stocked supermarket… at least will help to lessen your craving for Singapore food!

[@ReddotDiaries]

Yeah they only have vegetarian stuff but more than good enough for me!

[@ReddotDiaries]

Yeah I'll be going back this weekend to stock up again hehe

[@nilsmada]

Hooray!!! Good on you. Now you can solve your craving whenever it hits you. I think your Laksa definitely need more water. Anyway, though looks OK but I think the coconut milk taste is definitely missing some what. Right? I saw the Chwee Kueh, I wonder how it taste? Especially you need to have good preserved turnips. Looking forward to see more of your adventure in this new found paradise. Hehehe. Have a good weekend. Stay safe and healthy.

[@ReddotDiaries]

Hey thank you!!! I actually ended up tapaoing laksa from a msian restaurant today. It was alright but missing the very thick kind you get in katong.. and otah.. and sugar cane juice.. and siew mai😫😫😫😂

[@andreasy]

Uncle seems very excited introducing all Singaporean stuffs!!

[@ReddotDiaries]

Hey Andrea! Haha yes he was! I felt like I was in Singapore for a while i was there. Can't wait to eat at his coffee shop once lockdown is over here.. 😊

[@andreasy]

@@ReddotDiaries ooooh! Pls do a review, and oh! How about a virtual travel around Auckland? We are still pretty much stuck here in Singapore. Hahaha

[@ronnie5288]

Wow.. this supermarket is impressive, it seems like a warehouse.

[@ReddotDiaries]

Yeah next to it he also has a big warehouse full of stuff and frozen durians!!

[@rogerong9113]

Nv live there before but travelled to NZ a few times in the past. My favourite is Pak N Save with the stickman. Prices there are the most competitive

[@ReddotDiaries]

Hey! Haha im actually at pak n save right now. I don't think they use the stickman anymore but I remember their ads😂 you just reminded me haha

[@hsulingtock7033]

Happy for you that there is a mini-mart that sells Singaporean's stuffs. Enjoy your grocery shopping!!! Do experiment with all the food stuff there. Keep well and stay safe!!! 😀

[@phng8316]

Shhhhh...not so loud..Later Sheng Shiong may buy them over..😁😅

[@MizReeney]

Pretty well stocked. Is it far from where you live?

[@JK-oy5vi]

haha good to see your video again.. yes will enjoy singapore food here on your behalf. :)

[@ReddotDiaries]

Thank you! Try some satay beehoon tmr! 😆

[@blurbam]

This is so Nostalgic!!! :) My favorite place to stock up on SG food when i was working in Auckland

[@ReddotDiaries]

Oh you lived here? I think lots of sporeans go here to shop and chit chat with uncle too

[@blurbam]

@@ReddotDiaries i left NZ 5 years ago, i miss NZ 😣 your videos brings back lots of memories. Thank you! 😁

[@heavydiscotrip4846]

Good hustle. 20$ an hour pushing carts not bad at all.

[@ReddotDiaries]

Yeah not bad right. Nz living cost is ex but min wage also not bad

[@xiaobaby16]

Hi Steve, wow u found another supermart with lots of sg products. At least can satisfy some of your craving, especially if can see chilli, can buy whole bottle and last quite long. Always see u eat satay, u really like satay ah. Lucky the one u bought taste great. Haha. Look forward to your new vlog. Take care and stay safe.

[@ReddotDiaries]

Hey! How are you? Haha yeah I love satay. Been craving it for the longest time since I moved here. Had the chilli with my korean meal too since I bought it 😂😂

[@marie-janelim857]

Wah Steve! Glad to know that you have found some Sg food to satisfy your cravings. Wonder how you can manage your pilot lessons with part time job and creating videos! Hope you can find happiness in your everyday life! Stay safe!

[@ReddotDiaries]

Hi Marie! Yes I was so happy to find this place and actually went back today! Haha well.. the truth is I don't think I can manage l three 😂 last weekend I spent half of it on the video and working and found myself falling behind. Still trying to find a balance! Hope you're well!

[@marie-janelim857]

@@ReddotDiaries Steady lah Steve! Don't worry! Be happy! Jiayu and your dreams will come true. Stay healthy. Stay safe!

[@jeanettelim1688]

Glad you found a place where you can get so many made in SG food. In Bne it’s very difficult to find them.

[@peilingliang8981]

The uncle is so cute and such a good sport! 😊

[@ReddotDiaries]

Yeah definitely right. I ran into him again today at his supermarket. He is so energetic!

[@haopengyou]

Been looking for SG/MY supermarkets in NZ forever. You are my saviour. Hope Auckland lockdown ends soon so I can go get all the SG food to satisfy my SG palate.

[@ReddotDiaries]

Haha someone in SG actually told me about this place. Do you stay outside of Auckland?

[@marieg2g]

wow, when u can find Singapore stuff, u like strike lottery. haha..Uncle's shop has so many varieties. Hope the kopi corner will open and u can have some local Asian food. Looks like u need lots of strength to push the trolley so I wonder how our uncles did it at our local supermarket. Continue to have fun back home. Take care.

[@kwen1010]

Mak Nyonya is always my go-to brand for cooking paste. Their chicken curry and fish curry paste are really good. They also have curry laksa paste. You just need to buy the noodle, coconut milk and other ingredients to go with it.

[@ReddotDiaries]

Hey thank you for the recipe but I know I'm too lazy to make it...😅 going to copy and paste it to my mum tomorrow haha thank you!

[@thomasgoh3029]

Steve .. do a review on wang korean super market norh shore .. Noodles.. kimchi etc best brand to buy

[@ReddotDiaries]

Ohhh yes there are a few on the shore. Never been to Wang though. Only Kim's club near wairau 😅

[@Richard1855]

Hi Steve, I did catch on about the rojak sauce in a jar. Well, the most difficult part of the rojak dish is taken care off. You just need get the raw ingredients and its all done.......yum!

[@ReddotDiaries]

Heya yes they did sell the rojak sauce! What about the bowl to crush peanuts and stuff 😅

[@Richard1855]

@@ReddotDiaries an Asian mortar and pestle would have been how the rojak seller in Singapore crushed his peanuts, doing it the traditional way; although I suspect an electric blender/food processer was used for commercial quantity requirements. This mortar and pestle is a must in any Asian kitchen(home or commercial) and should readily available in the EPACS supermarket that you went to. This would be a good investment for the long term(I inherited my mum's) as it has multiple uses - crushing peanuts, chilli, herbs and spices etc etc. Do consider getting one :-)

[@taycs5733]

Glad you can find an authentic Singapore supermarket.

[@ReddotDiaries]

I know right! I was sooo happy. And the mini coffee shop! 😍

[@luxury-Diver]

Looks like you do really miss Singapore. I love nz though esp Pak and Save! I have visited NZ abt 5 times and it is never enough

[@ReddotDiaries]

Haha I'm working at pak n save! They have a lot of stuff there. Well NZ is open next April! So you can come here for the 6th trip!

[@luxury-Diver]

@@ReddotDiaries absolutely!!! Gonna spend more time in the North

[@leewn2319]

Hi Steve, u may wanna check if ECAPS got Prima brand of ready made paste for cooking laksa, Bakut Teh, Chicken rice etc. Prima’s brand taste best for me.

[@ReddotDiaries]

Hey! Yeah so many people recommend them and realised epacs don't sell them.. but I did find a normal supermarket that sells them. Will try once I finish with noodles I bought at epacs😊

[@volcomstonin]

Hey steve! really miss your vids and hope you're doing well away from the camera:) wishing you and your family great health and happiness where ever you are, would love to know you're doing alright or not mate! much love from singapore

[@anna_wong]

Thanks for.... literally showing us the ropes to your new job. Hope everything has been well for you. Stay safe!

[@ReddotDiaries]

HAHAHA YOU AH 😂😂😂😂 I'm doing alright! Just been super busy with school this week 😵 hope you're doing well in Singapore too! Take care 😊

[@anna_wong]

@@ReddotDiaries Hey Steve! Saw you in CNA! kzbin.info/www/bejne/h3rQp6CEYrB_ndk

[@florencetan5686]

Hi Steve! So happy for you that you have found a great place for marketing👍🏻How much is the San Shu Gong's kopi-o u bought(I love their white coffee😄)? Singapore NTUC is selling at $6.95 and the Yan Yan Japanese biscuit sticks at $1.05. I guess most items there are at double on the pricing huh🤔

[@ReddotDiaries]

Hey Florence! I think the coffee was about $12 if I'm not mistaken. Some things are almost the same price but some are a bit more ex here 😅 I think yan yan was almost the same price!

[@adlenaoh-wong3919]

Hi Steve! Fellow Singaporean in Auckland who shops with Uncle Peter a lot and who also make and sell the mee pok you miss. ☺️

[@ReddotDiaries]

Hey Adlena! 🤗 wait where do you sell this mee pok!!!?? Please tell me 😂😂🙏

[@mandy_145]

Steve, glad U found Singapore food in Auckland. A wide range too. Thing is U gotta cook it yourself . Imagine.. durian is also sold there ( except that it’s frozen/ prepacked). Aren’t U staying with your mom ? Good to know that U are well👍

[@ReddotDiaries]

Hey Mandy, yes my plan is to get my mum interested in these foods and have her cook for me 😂😂😂 I'm such a bad son haha but I honestly am very bad at cooking. Hope you've been well too Mandy!

[@thomasgoh3029]

Wah this amazing Steve.. Never thought it exit in nz .. What an amazing life journey Steve..

[@ReddotDiaries]

Thanks Thomas! This place is not bad considering how far it is from sg right

[@vkohl3065]

Pushing trolleys is hard work ! I agree Prima brand Laksa If you can find it, that is the one to get . We have it in Australia and that is my go too it is soo good 👍 All the best Steve

[@ReddotDiaries]

Hey trolley job has actually been quite alright 😊 a lot of people have recommended prima but I can't seem to able to find them in NZ :(

[@vkohl3065]

@@ReddotDiaries I think we will have to post it over to you 😊

[@n0killer86]

Try the Singlong Hainanese Chicken Rice Mix. Its really good for that price compared to Prima taste. Pair it with the Roast Chicken from Countdown or Pak N Save.

[@ReddotDiaries]

Actually...this is a brilliant idea!!@ never thought of it but I think it'll be perfect!

[@chancbl]

Stay safe 🙏 remember to go to Otahuhu missing my Tongan Polynesian God son (it's the mothers side lol) hope to journey to Aotearoa but getting MIQ spots tough so Kia kaha..

[@ReddotDiaries]

Hey! Sorry I remember your comment but must have missed your reply. I definitely want to go and try..! Never had Tongan food before..

[@jsolfin185]

The smaller trollies are the worst ones to push. they break apart and it's hard to steer them. The Singaporean Supermarket looks great.

[@ReddotDiaries]

Hey I can tell you must have done this job too! They're meant for inside the shops but everyone brings them out 😂

[@ztslplayztslplay3542]

Glad that you can find an singapore supermarket to cure your home sick😄take care Steve!!👌

[@ReddotDiaries]

Me too! Going back this weekend to top up some stuff! Hehe

[@clementihammock7572]

I still remembered once My Canuck friend told me, just backpack all Prima and Bengawan Solo food stuffs, and forget all winter clothing. hahaha.... almost a month I were wearing his son cloth.

[@ReddotDiaries]

Haha you meant in NZ? Yeah it can be quite cold here even in winter time!

[@clementihammock7572]

@@ReddotDiaries Canada, BC Port Coquitlam

[@princessteddy7079]

Uncle very cute & funny! 🤣 This is a video I can hear "from Singapore" 🇸🇬 repeated until I lost count~ 😹🤣👍💪👏❤❤❤

[@ReddotDiaries]

Haha I've not been able to go back there for a while now.. its a bit too far from my house. Looking forward to trying smth at his coffee shop!

[@princessteddy7079]

@@ReddotDiaries 👍😊

[@shan2lu]

Try adding some bean sprout, prawns & tau pok (fried beancurd) to the laksa to make it taste better. DIY chicken rice chilli: blend 4-5 red chilli + 3-4 cloves garlic; add pinch of sugar & salt; add 1-2 green lime . 😁

[@ReddotDiaries]

Hey Youme! Thank you for sharing the receipe! I can definitely try adding the tau pok but will just buy the chilli from this shop 😂😂😂 it tastes more authentic than me making it I'm sure 🤭

[@ennasor]

Saw your interview on CNA! :)

[@ReddotDiaries]

Hey thank you for looking me up and leaving a comment! 😊

[@sambaker3233]

Would you consider moving out of Auckland to find a chiropractor job? Wellington? Christchurch? A small town?

[@ReddotDiaries]

Hey Sam, I'm studying atm so probably won't. But if it wasn't for that I would definitely want to live somewhere else.. Auckland is too crowded aye

[@KCHSG]

This E-PACS is rather large in size if they are catering only to Singaporean/Malaysian food. Are there really that many Singaporeans / Malaysians in Auckland?? Wow. Amazing.

[@ReddotDiaries]

I think a lot of angmos shop there too. It's like THE specialty store for sg and my stuff in Auckland

[@Matchalover07]

The supermarket literally has everything!😆 the laksa you needa put in a bit more water. Seems abit too little.

[@ReddotDiaries]

Yah it was too salty but next time I made it it was much better 😆

[@caijunlong1006]

I can't believe you only bought so little. Bet you'll be visiting more often 😁

[@JennieNg84]

Happy for you that you found Singaporean food and satisfy your craving. But the part time pay in NZ is way higher than a part time job in Singapore…

[@ReddotDiaries]

Hey Jennie! Yah it's like that in NZ. Pay high, tax high, living cost high so in the end probably left with less 😅

[@nyonyabee8621]

Tks alot, bro! That makes life "easier" :D I am actually looking for Belacan in NZ before my arrival, hahaha

[@ReddotDiaries]

Haha yes this is the place to go in NZ! You're coming here also is it?

[@nyonyabee8621]

@@ReddotDiaries There is a thought of it. I taught cooking classes. So belacan is important. :D

[@andyng1672]

Hi Steve, always looking forward for your new video! Like it! 👍 Will be great in future if you be back for Katong Laksa!

[@ReddotDiaries]

Hey Andy! Thank you! I will definitely go back one they decide to open the border in NZ! Miss katong laksa bro. I'll eat so much when I go there 😂

[@jarbitrario]

looks like you bought the Asam Laksa. haha. so happy for you!

[@ReddotDiaries]

Ahhhh so it was Asamn laksa I was wondering about that myself

[@charleetoh]

You make me lol at your regretting expression over the vegetarian satay😂😂 😂 😂 😂 😂

[@ReddotDiaries]

Heyyy charleee 😂😂😂 actually it tasted OK in the end la. I went to epacs again today and almost bought it again 😅 in the end came home and tapao laksa from msian restaurant hehe have a good weekend!!

[@charleetoh]

@@ReddotDiaries you're so cute😊

[@jvlixn]

wow, that's a huge store! are there a lot of SG/MY people in NZ?

[@ReddotDiaries]

There were some people there but in NZ I can't tell which Asians are from where 😅😅😅 uncle did say lot of msians and sporeans go there tho

[@albertkoey]

How do you find time to study for your pilot license, youtube editing and part-time job?

[@ReddotDiaries]

Hey Albert, that's why it took me one week to reply bro 😂😂😂 wah last week I freak out cuz no time to study haha

[@albertkoey]

@@ReddotDiaries Looks like you are very very busy with studies. :) Take care and complete your studies on first attempt. KZbin can wait....

[@LinaLina-lb3zb]

Must be a relief for you to be able to find such grocery store that carry sg products. At least when u miss a taste of singapore, you still have place to go esp during covid when travel is still restrictive :) and that sg accent with the lah is still pretty much on u..haha

[@ReddotDiaries]

Yah la 😅😅 I actually went back today! It's not too close from where I stay (distance is like jurong to tampines) but like going there 😊

[@Bernardjytan]

Bring a mass tin with you around and you can cook your mee pok dried version anywhere. Trust me is nice because we do that while in NS.

[@ReddotDiaries]

You mean with the instant noodle is it?

[@domng4934]

Epac is a vegetarian Asian mart, if they open a small section that sell frozen meat products from Malaysia Singapore would be nice

[@ReddotDiaries]

Hey Dom yeah it would have been perfect if they had some met products too but so far it's good enough for me 😂

[@travolasg321]

Anyone knows what's the criteria to migrate to New Zealand as a Singaporean? Asking for myself .. this video makes me want to work there when I'm semi retired.

[@PosPsycho88]

Sooo happppy you finally found your comfort fooooodd 👏👏👏😚

[@ReddotDiaries]

Hahah thank you so much!! I'm going there again this weekend to top up hehehe

[@PosPsycho88]

@@ReddotDiaries the supplies are legit and authentic man...for me if I reside there, will be anchoring myself there easily 2 to 3 times weekly

[@Paul-gj9sm]

oh no.....they have everything in NZ....like that how....are you still coming back or not :D :D

[@ReddotDiaries]

Hahahahaha here don't have chili crab and satay beehoon 😆

[@sylh8173]

Good job on getting that instant MeePok! It’s pretty close to the real deal. If I’m not wrong it’s the only brand of instant MeePok in SG. But why didn’t you get the other Chili? The Top Gourmet brand that Peter recommended. I discovered it last year & it’s gooooood. I buy the Sambal Belacan variant & it really packs a punch! I’m planning to try the Garlic & Lime (Chicken Rice style) variant next. Many will recommend the Prima brand instant Laksa but I won’t. It’s supposed to have won a number of international awards but I don’t like the texture of the noodles (quite bad tbh) & the flavour is good but overrated. And it’s definitely overpriced, even in SG. That said, it’s probably one of the better instant Laksas that you can get. My preference is the Nissin cup noodles Laksa. The noodles used are not the thick white Beehoon but the flavour is pretty legit for something in a styrofoam cup off the shelf. Another instant noodle you can try is the Bak Kut Teh instant noodles by the brand A1. When you crave the black herbal type of Bak Kut Teh, it really hits the spot! When I cook it it smells like I’m actually cooking the actual dish & not some instant noodles, that’s how impressive it’s haha. A1 also does an abalone instant noodles that comes with 2 actual mini abalones. The flavour is herbal-y, like Korean Jingseng Chicken but obviously different. This one is more premium than the Bak Kut Teh instant noodles though. The Bak Kut Teh one comes in a pack of 4 (or 5?). The abalone one is sold as a single pack & costs SGD5, I think. For beverage, if you do drink Teh Tarikk & like yours super sweet, try Max Tea. It works just like your instant Kopi O sachets. Maybe the next time you visit this supermarket again you can try out some of these items :D

[@sylh8173]

Left out one more instant noodles! Red Chef! It’s a Malaysian brand though but I’m sure you’ll be able to find it at this supermarket. Try the Prawn Noodles. Extremely close to the actual thing! I watch you point out Prawn Noodles from the menu at the “cafe” so I thought I’d recommend this too!

[@ReddotDiaries]

Hey Sylvia thank you for going out of your way to give me a detailed info like that! I actually went back today to get some more noodles and kopi 😂 I'm sure I'll be visiting here quite often from now on so will have a chance to try different chilli and noodles you recommended!

[@jonet001]

How's your flying class going?

[@ReddotDiaries]

Hey Jo, I'm still doing ground school! It's been stretched out a bit because of the lockdown here. Feel bad for students who were waiting for their flight test..😓

[@kirklee8898]

Haiyaaaaaaaaaaa Level 4 cannot travel from Northcote to East Tamaki waalau ehh. Can get fined ya know ah, then whipped SG style ayo!

[@ReddotDiaries]

Hey Kirk! Really meh? I thought can go within Auckland as long as I'm going to get things that are not available in my area...😅😅😅🤭🤫🙏

[@kirklee8898]

"....travel is restricted and only allowed for permitted movement in your local area....." Lucky you are in NZ, otherwise public caning liao

[@kirklee8898]

Auntie Cindy, I found your super spreader!

[@kujuakusg]

They have many foods from spore and Malaysia but the price seem slightly higher than our local 😂

[@ReddotDiaries]

Yah it's all exported all the way to nz so has to be more ex 😅

[@lottelapine]

"Singaporean Can Always Pay Extra." Hahahaha! Uncle is so funny! XD

[@ReddotDiaries]

Hahahaha I know right. Can't wait for the coffeehouse to open so I can go there and chit chat

[@lottelapine]

@@ReddotDiaries ya, eat more Singaporean food. Let us know how it tastes.

[@BlurDucky]

why the uncle give you lime chilli when you ask for chicken rice garlic chilli? You are really deep-down localised Singaporean already...u miss our food just being away for short while.....am sure you can code switch well... all the best, Cheers

[@clementcheng6580]

Good for you, Steve. To 'cure' ur home sick!

[@ReddotDiaries]

Haha thanks Clement!

[@mingzy]

Why the food prices so expensive?? Aiyoh.

[@ReddotDiaries]

Nz is just like that.. high living cost but considering how far these things came from spore and msia the price wasn't that bad I think 😊

[@lucaskoh5212]

Is it easy for a foreigner studying there to get a part time job there?

[@ReddotDiaries]

Hey I think once you manage to come in, it should be quite OK!!

[@lucaskoh5212]

Great to hear that. Thanks Steve

[@Ethanolic]

Hahaha wow not bad got Singapore feels!!

[@ReddotDiaries]

Yah it really did especially with the boss and the corner coffee shop!

[@cannon0414]

You should have worn your yishun cap to get a discount!

[@ReddotDiaries]

Hahaha I wanted to but its becoming a bit small for my head with hair growing 😂😂

[@ohepay7343]

When I was there the last time, I bought their vegetarian belacan. Spicy and good.

[@ReddotDiaries]

Yeah and they go well with any asian food too! Yumz

[@lieyuni]

Just seen you in Channel News Asia. 😁

[@ReddotDiaries]

Hey thank you for looking me up haha I just watched it the other day too 😅 very interesting documentary

[@mjkim7076]

안녕? 스티브 우린 모두 널 추억하고 그리워하고 있어 너도 싱가폴이 그립지? 너의 봅헤어스타일 너무 잘어울리고 예뻐 역시 스티브는 멋있어! 항상 건강하고 재미나게 잘 지내길 바래 ! 치타가

[@ReddotDiaries]

치타누나! ㅋㅋㅋ 16시간 전이면 술드시고 댓글남기신거죠! ㅋㅋ 머리는 락다운 끝나면 자르기로 결정했어요. 싱가폴 너무 그리워요..! 누나도 행복하시고 건강하세요! 사장님께 뉴질랜드는 역시 하나도 안변했다고 전해주세요.. ㅋㅋ

[@cloudgazer750]

Woah ... This place is impressive!

[@ReddotDiaries]

Not bad right 😅

[@Richard1855]

Oops one typo error Prince Philip..... bloody spell check!

[@uDunCheebye]

"(S)ingaporean (C)an (A)lways (P)ay - (E)xtra" - this unker got me right there. 🤣

[@ReddotDiaries]

He explained more but I had to edit it out because his mask kept coming off 😅

[@kahkengllneo12]

Bro!! Your prayers are answered!! 😂😂😂

[@ReddotDiaries]

Hahaha yah I can't believe there's a place like this here 😂

[@Mar-ec7et]

Nice....!!! Come back 😁😁😁

[@skaka8800]

Greetings from 🇸🇬 steve... Saw you on channel news asia pandemic borders program... *Waves *take care~

[@ReddotDiaries]

Ahoy there! Haha thank you so much for looking me up 😅 very interesting documentary right

[@skaka8800]

@@ReddotDiaries nah... Your vids about sg are more interesting then cna.. come back soon la.. kakaka.. stay safe~ cheers~ 🍻🤪

[@KCHSG]

Hi Steve, I am just curious (Feel free not to reply if it's too personal) - Although you have been in SG for 12 years... I am sure a big bulk of your life is spent eating Korean and other New Zealand foods.... So my question is... Why do you miss SG/MY foods so much?? Hahha. Don't you have cravings for Korean food? Also... I thought you're staying with your mum?? Doesn't she cook for you?

[@Sminsky]

You already answered your question. 🤣

[@KCHSG]

Oh?? Have I?? I didn't realise that 😂

[@ReddotDiaries]

Hey! How are you buddy! Em that's a good question. I think its partly because I really do like the style of cooking and they suit my taste buds very well and partly because of the memory and feelings that I associate with every dish. I went through lots of ups and downs in Singapore and everytime I eat a local dish it reminds me of the first time I had them.. I guess I'm just a very sentimental person la 😂😂

[@Shannon9918]

seriously WAH they rlly hv everything...

[@ReddotDiaries]

Yeah only thing is that it's a vegetarian place and I'm a huge meat lover..😅