Destination Flavour Singapore

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October 2019
Adam Liaw travels to the island of Singapore, and whilst he's there to experience Singapore's culture through food, this time he's also set a challenge for himself. In just 6 weeks, he's going to put on a Salute to Singapore Banquet Dinner for some of the country's top food identities, a 5-course reflection of the tastes, ...
Adam's salute to Singapore Banquet Dinner quest continues as he goes in search of inspiration for a meat dish. Adam happens to be in town at the end of Ramadan, so he meets up with a local Muslim family, who not only show him how to cook an authentic Beef Rendang, but they also include him in their day long Hari Raya celeb...
Adam starts at the National Gallery of Singapore, where he visits Peranakan food legend Violet Oon's acclaimed restaurant, National Kitchen, which tells the story of Singapore through its distinctive menu. Next Adam heads to the Chinatown area, to catch up with an Aussie named Dave Pynt whose restaurant Burnt Ends is ranke...
Adam goes in search of the best seafood that Singapore has to offer. His journey begins in the $8 billion-dollar Marina Bay Sands integrated resort complex, where some of the world's most celebrated celebrity chefs have opened eateries, including Australia's own Chef Tetsuya, who in 2010 opened Waku Ghin here. Then Adam jo...
Adam continues his search for seafood inspiration by heading to the famous Newton Food Centre, where he gives a Hawker Stall 101, and demonstrates how to line up a seafood feast like no other for under $100.
Adam's in search of Singapore's best vegetable dishes. His journey kicks off with a very Singaporean breakfast at the Singapore Zoo. Here he first meets and greets the resident Orang-utan population, as they share breakfast with a crowd of visiting tourists. He demonstrates how to prepare a Hainanese breakfast favourite - ...
Adam's journey begins 70 floors above Singapore on the outskirts of the CBD, at the top of the Swissotel Stamford building, where he finds a modern French restaurant called Jaan. Chef de Cuisine, Kirk Westaway, has been in charge of Jaan for just over two years and recently received his first Michelin Star. His signature d...
Adam Liaw discovers the sweeter side to Singapore's culinary scene, sampling everything from local hawker creations and homemade Peranakan kuehs, to exquisitely created restaurant dishes that are almost too beautiful to eat. Adam also makes time for a pit stop at Raffles Hotel where he enjoys the iconic Singapore Sling, co...
In the final episode, Adam gathers what he’s learned over the past few weeks to serve up an impressive five course banquet dinner to some distinguished guests, one of whom is his mother.
March 2017
"Inspiration for this dish came from a number of sources: the traditional tiffin carriers come from Peranakan culture; the caramel mousse is an ode to my favourite sweet treat in Singapore – kaya toast." Adam Liaw, Destination Flavour Singapore
February 2017
"Kaya is a very sweet coconut jam, considered a staple throughout Singapore and parts of Malaysia. It is best served on unseeded whole meal toast with a soft boiled egg, and washed down with strong black coffee. This recipe makes about 1 litre of kaya which will keep refrigerated in sterilized jars for 1-2 weeks. " Adam Li...
“The king of all crab dishes, this popular dish is served with the shell on, and is typically eaten with one’s hands. Make sure you have plenty of napkins handy – it’s messy work!″ Adam Liaw, Destination Flavour Singapore
January 2017
“Peperonata goes well with any barbecued or roasted meat, poultry or fish. Give more flavour to the meat by adding a sprig of dried rosemary to the chargrill just before the skewers are finished cooking.″ Destination Flavour Singapore
“Drawing on the intense flavours of Singapore’s cuisine, Adam’s braised oxtails with shredded papaya is a luxurious dish and incredibly rich in flavour. The star here is the XO sauce, Adam’s take on the classic Chinese version.″ Adam Liaw, Destination Flavour Singapore
“Satay are found all over South-East Asia. In Singapore, these little flame-seared morsels are a popular and affordable street snack enjoyed at all hours of the day and night. You could substitute chicken, lamb or goat for the beef if you prefer.″ Adam Liaw, Destination Flavour Singapore
“This Cantonese dish is traditionally served the day before Chinese New Year. Yip Choi Khall’s has been cooking and perfecting her version of the dish for over 50 years now. Her choice of treasures for the stuffing beautifully compliment the succulent duck and addition of fat choi. Browning the duck before steaming seals t...
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