My Queenstown 我爱女皇镇

The popular Channel 8 drama, Holland V, broadcast in 2002, has elevated the stature of Holland Village into "immortality." It is known to Singaporeans as a place for fun, food and drinks! The iconic windmill is known to virtually every single person in Singapore and it is a popular hangout for Queenstown residents for a slice of fun. The only drawback to Holland Village was the perpetual disclaimer from its residents that they see themselves as a separate district from Queenstown because of the differing culture and practices. Well, they only have to look into URA's Master Plan 2008 to be convinced. But then again, is it qualified to serve as Queenstown's symbol?

   

Opened on Christmas Day 1964, Masjid Jamek Queenstown is one of the most striking structure located at the easternmost entrance to Queenstown estate (junction of Margaret Drive and Tanglin Road). Visitors and anyone who are entering Orchard Road through Tanglin Road will pass through this blue coloured mosque. This masjid was one of the few places which was flooded repeatedly in the past before the construction of Alexandra Canal Linear Park. 

Some braised duck tastes awkward because the hawker has overcooked the duck meat. Some braised duck is virtually tasteless because the hawker has scrimp and compromise on the quality of marinating sauce. Commonwealth Avenue Cooked Food Centre's Jin Dou Braised Duck serves one of Singapore's most marvellous dish. 

You'll see queues snaking at this stall. Frequently, customers will buy chicken wings in dozens. That's right! Eng Kee's chicken wings is fantastically marinated and it tastes heavenly when you grab one. "Some say it's better than IKEA's chicken wings. Some say it's Singapore's best chicken wings!"

The bite-sized wantan is pure genius. One small bite and the fragrant soup bursts onto your taste buds. The noodle is springy and the roasted meat tickles your senses to the maximum. Do I have to queue for this wantan noodles at Commonwealth Crescent? Duh!

You need to wait for good food! After trying these oily and unhealthy fried food, a bowl of porridge is the best! Commonwealth Crescent's century egg porridge has been a favourite among residents for the past 30 years. Have you tried it?