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- TWG. If anyone says, “Have some of this tea, it’s the best,” they’re lying unless it’s from TWG. As a staunch tea enthusiast, TWG has always been one of my go-to tea salons for some quality tea.
- Raoul. You’d instantly recognise a Singaporean brand if it was named “Tan Ah Kow”, but surprise! So is the very atas-sounding Raoul. We bet you didn’t know that the upmarket fashion brand started with only menswear!
- DBS. DBS/POSB is the largest bank in the Lion City, and one of the largest in Asia. Apart from its 280 branches, its banking services are readily available in almost every other pocket too – through mBanking on smartphones.
- Charles and Keith. Most people already know the brand, but few know the story behind it. Siblings Charles and Keith Wong were just teenagers when they began helping out at their parents’ shoe shop in Ang Mo Kio.
- Old Seng Choong. Old Seng Choong was founded by local pastry chef Daniel Tay, who named the business after Seng Choong Confectionery, the bakery run by his parents from 1965 to 1996.
- Fossa Chocolate. Why settle for typical chocolate bars when you can wow your tastebuds with the most creative chocolate flavours in the country? Fossa Chocolate specialises in making artisan chocolates, with unique new flavours launching every 1 to 2 months.
- The Kettle Gourmet. I have been a huge fan of The Kettle Gourmet‘s products for years, mainly because of my obsession with popcorn. This Singaporean brand was founded in 2017, and specialises in gourmet popcorn made with corn sourced directly from corn fields in South Africa.
- The Golden Duck. Before salted egg potato chips overtook almost every supermarket snack aisle in Singapore, there was The Golden Duck. This homegrown snack brand was the very first introduction I ever had to salted egg flavoured snacks way back in 2015, with its salted egg potato chips and fish skin.
Aug 6, 2022 · Whether it’s establishing themselves on home ground or flying the Singapore flag high on an international scale, here are eight homegrown brands that are making their mark. Read their stories...
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- 1. grown or produced in one's own garden or country: "a basket of homegrown fruit"
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- Fossa Chocolate
- Mofo Chili
- Poppy & Co.
- Kittea
- Anthony The Spice Maker
- Hook Coffee
- The Indiana Supply Co.
- F.East
- The Hunters’ Kitchenette
- Boxgreen
Image credit: @fossachocolate Singapore seldom comes into mind when I think of good chocolate. But all that has changed, thanks toFossa Chocolate. This bean-to-bar chocolate purveyor pushes out a wide range of creamy, toothsome chocolate bars, from your usual dark and milk chocolate to unique ones such as Salted Egg Cereal Blond Chocolate ($10) and...
Image credit: @mofochili Of course, nothing beats my grandpa’s hand-pounded sambal belachan. But he only makes his fiery chilli on special occasions. As such, my alternative is stocking up on jars of MOFO CHILI. Founded by sisters Monica and Foi, their chillies are halal and vegetarian-friendly. Ease your way in and order theirDodge The Bullet ($10...
Image credit: Poppy & Co’s Facebook page When I first saw Poppy & Co gracing the shelves of Cold Storage, I didn’t expect it to be a local brand. Founded by ex-SIA air stewardess Jacqueline Koay, Poppy & Co is known for their array of açaí berry products, which include raw and pasteurised açaí pulp, açaí sorbet, and açaí powder. I like how they onl...
Image credit: @mykittea There are tons of tea purveyors in Singapore, and one of the newest kids on the block is Kittea. Started in 2016, this homegrown brand comes up with gourmet tea blends inspired by cat breeds’ personalities and heritage. One of their best-sellers is The British Shorthair ($8), which is a delicate black tea base with a robust ...
Image credit: @anthonythespicemaker Okay, Anthony The Spice Makerisn’t really started by a millennial, but it is definitely the third-generation owner, Jack, who made this spice specialist known to netizens. After repackaging the products into paper bags, the spice brand’s clientele is no longer limited to aunties, but expats and young adults too. ...
Image credit: @hook_coffee From Nylon Coffee Roasters to Liberty Coffee, there are many players in Singapore’s coffee scene. But Hook Coffeestands out as they offer both coffee pods, powder and beans. Plus, I’m a sucker for eye-catching packaging, and their product design is on point. Suitable for Nespresso machines, their coffee pods feature adora...
Image credit: @theindianasupplyco My #kitchengoals would involve having my pantry stocked with The Indiana Supply Co’s range of salt. Aside from their regular all-purpose salts that include Himalayan Pink Salt ($4.20) and Fleur De Sel De Guerande ($5.50), they also dole out unique flavoured salts includingBali Aga Smoked Salt ($7)and Bali Aga Lime ...
If you’re bored of the usual chip flavours like salt and vinegar or BBQ, then snack on Hainanese chicken rice- and laksa- flavoured potato chips from F.EAST. Priced at $3a packet, these crinkle-cut potato chips taste exactly like the real deal and are totes addictive. This month, F.EAST will also be rolling out a new flavour: Egg Prata with Fish Cu...
Image credit: @percolatecoffee You could say that The Hunters’ Kitchenette was born out of love. Created by Herbert Salim for his wife Natalia and his two small children, these nut butters steer away from sugar, vegetable oils and other nasty additives, as the family believes in clean eating. Choose from a range of nut butters includingAlmond ($14)...
Image credit: @boxgreenco Snacking can be good for you, so long as you choose the right snacks to munch on. Give your chips a miss and opt for treats from Boxgreen. From granola squares to quinoa cookie, trail mix and more, most of their yummy snacks are under 120 calories and make for a healthy midday bite. Rally your colleagues and fill up your b...
Feb 21, 2019 · Here are 13 Homegrown Brands That Will Make All Singaporeans Proud of Our Little Red Dot—we bet you didn’t know that half of these are homegrown brands! #majulahsingapura AWFULLY CHOCOLATE What started as a statement to tackle dessert vendors everywhere, home-grown Awfully Chocolate has successfully established itself as one of the best and ...
If you're a fan of supporting local businesses and want to add some unique pieces to your wardrobe or home, shopping for Singapore homegrown labels is a great way to do so. From fashion and beauty to food and lifestyle products, there are many Singaporean brands that offer quality and distinctive items.
