Expat Wife, Local Life
It’s hot in Singapore, it’s always hot in Singapore. It’s also very humid in Singapore, all the time. In fact, the average annual humidity is about 83%! Believe it or not, living on a tropical island is not always paradise. I’ve had to change up my There are some unique challenges that come with all… Continue reading
When you think of Singapore, what do you think? My guess is that gleaming infrastructure, immaculate public spaces, and amazing food culture come to mind. But did you know that more than 80% of Singaporeans live in subsidized housing? Crazy to imagine, right? The US public housing system carries a stigma associated with poverty, crime,… Continue reading
Welcome to one of my favorite neighborhoods in all of Singapore, Jalan Besar. The name of the area means, “Big Road” in Malay and it is appropriate. Honestly, it’s the smaller roads and alleys that bring me the most joy. In the past, this area was swampland which gave way to farmland and slaughterhouses and… Continue reading
Living in Singapore as an expat is an adventure in itself. As someone who has been living here for over two years, I can attest that there are pros and cons to living in this sunny island city-state. From soaring, ultra-modern infrastructure, “Crazy, Rich Asians”, out-of-this-world cuisine, and very strict laws, there’s always a new… Continue reading
It’s that time of the year again where families gather, dragon dances fill the streets and everyone starts debating who has the best pineapple tarts. It’s Chinese New Year in Singapore! And if there’s one thing Singaporeans know how to do, it’s how to celebrate the new year in style. Festive Food Like most things… Continue reading