JB FOOD GUIDE #3: FIRE STATION NASI PADANG, CAFES & CURRY CHICKEN

In this new Makan Kakis series, Denise joins writer and Johor Bahru resident David Ngiau on a food trail from Larkin to Taman Melodies for authentic Minang flavours and a spot of cafe-hopping. For more beyond this podcast, watch the video and read the full story here.

JB FOOD GUIDE #2: RAILWAY-THEMED BRIYANI & STULANG LAUT EATS

In this new Makan Kakis series in Johor Bahru, Mediacorp OLI 968’s RJ Vimala shares a favourite JB spot for authentic South Indian flavours. Ever tried of tawa briyani and tookuchatti? It was a first for Denise at Railway Briyani Station - just minutes from the Causeway! And keep listening for othe…

JB FOOD GUIDE #1: HOSSAN LEONG'S FAVE SPOTS IN TAMAN PELANGI

In this new Makan Kakis series, I call on foodie friends who live in Johor Bahru to take me where they actually like to eat. First on speed dial was veteran of theatre, TV and Singapore’s entertainment scene, Hossan Leong. Together, we tried some of Taman Pelangi’s best eats – Jombali Village and R…

CHEF DAMIAN D'SILVA LOVES THIS HONG KONG STYLE STEAMED FISH!

Hey Makan Kakis! Fancy lightly seasoned steamed fish that's extremely fresh and handled with expert care? This family-run stall in Dunman is a favourite of Chef Damian D'Silva's!

WHAT TO EAT AT GEYLANG SERAI RAYA BAZAAR (PART 2)

WHAT TO EAT AT GEYLANG SERAI RAYA BAZAAR 2026

Hey Makan Kakis, the annual Geyland Serai Raya Bazaar is back with around 500 stalls, 150 of which serving up a huge variety of food - there's a good mix of trending & traditional favourites, so here are some highlights...

CATCH UP WITH MASTERCHEF SGS2 WINNER DEREK CHEONG

It's been 5 years since Derek Cheong's culinary victory on Masterchef Singapore Season 2 & he has been BUSY! Besides running his private dining business 7 days a week, he's also running two Japanese rice bowl businesses, a trading card company and now, a new hawker stall in Beauty World featuring h…

GOOD EATS AT THE CHINATOWN FESTIVE FAIR

Hey Makan Kakis, with Chinese New Year round the corner, have you visited the Chinatown’s Festive Fair? This annual street bazaar spreads across Sago Street, Trengganu Street, Smith Street, Temple Street & Pagoda Street, with lots of seasonal products to stock up on, from decorations to clothes to …

AFFORDABLE, DELICIOUS, OLD-SCHOOL WANTON MEE

Hi Makan Kakis, Chef Damian D'Silva really enjoys the perfect combination of noodles and sauce at this wanton mee stall. Found in Upper Boon Keng Market & Food Centre, it has that traditional taste and is wallet-friendly!

CHEF DAMIAN D'SILVA'S CULINARY TRIBUTE TO HIS GRANDFATHER

Hi Makan Kakis, our Foodie Friend and champion of local heritage cuisine is back! Masterchef Singapore Judge Damian D'Silva chats with Denise about the evolution of his brand with a new restaurant that pays tribute to his culinary inspiration, Granddad Gilmore D'Silva. Find out why it's such a prou…