Most of the peranakan people stays in Katong and due to their better understanding of English in the 50, they were employed to work for the British. Most houses here still have the characteristics of British colony houses. Currently, what make this part of Singapore most unique lies in its food. The fusion of Chinese food cook in the Malay... More

Boon Tong Kee Chicken Rice, Mei Yuen Roast Duck, Carlton Chicken Rice

Katong, located in eastern Singapore, is famous as an enclave for the Straits Chinese (Peranakan) and Eurasian communities. For over 100 years, these two communities have lived, ate and shopped here. Although this district is today, somewhat diluted as the Straits Chinese and Eurasian communities by the influx of other groups of people, it retains much of the original atmosphere.... More

Good place to look for old-town shops, which sells Peranakan pastries (as well as resturants).

Along side the conservation houses, you will find lots of places to eat. Katong has a wide array of international and local cuisines.

Katong district is a hidden gem in Singapore in terms of not many foreign visitors find their way out there, so the historic part of Singapore comes across in an authentic, charming and unspoiled manner. The area is full of exciting history, fine architecture, good food including the famous Katong Laksa, many temples of all sorts of worshipping and best... More

If you only 2 hours to spend in Singapore, walk around Katong/Joo Chiat for a flavour of Singapore.

Katong is one of my favorite neighborhoods in Singapore. It retains an 'old Singapore' feel with beautifully-maintained shophouses and colonial era homes and a wide array of interesting restaurants on Joo Chiat Road. It's a great place to stroll and explore on a Sunday afternoon.

A great place for food if you know your way around. Sleepy, relaxed air about the place.