Mao Shan Wang, D24 or Red Prawn – Which is your favourite type of durian? Buckle up and hop on a ride with farmers Boon Yee, Boon Ching and Jun Yu to their sprawling Bukit Gambir plantation and witness first-hand how the King of Fruits is cultivated, harvested and delivered to our neighbourhood fruit stalls!
Embark on a tantalising adventure across the border as we journey to the durian paradise of Bukit Gambir with durian farmers Tan Boon Yee, Tan Boon Ching, and Tan Jun Yu. Prepare for a delectable experience as you indulge in the King of Fruits straight from the source. Afterwards, we will head to where the region’s durians are sorted and packed for delivery. End off the trip with a visit to one of Singapore’s well-known durian stores, where we will speak with the storeowners and hear about their stories and friendships with the Malaysian farmers! Don’t miss this opportunity to go “durian crazy” and experience the true essence of durian heaven!
Tan Boon Yee, at the age of 39, is the proud owner of a vast durian plantation located in Bukit Gambir. Inherited from his father, the plantation is now managed by his son, who oversees both the farm operations and the sorting centre and warehouse. While residing in Muar, Tan Boon Yee frequently travels back and forth to Bukit Gambir, devoting his time and attention to his wholesale store, Heng Long Fruits Trading.
What Tan Boon Yee enjoys most about his job is the opportunity to sit on his farm and witness the durians gracefully falling from the trees. This simple pleasure brings him immense satisfaction. However, he also faces various challenges in his line of work, with the most tiresome being the continuous telephone communications and occasional encounters with irate customers. Tan Boon Yee’s dedication and passion for durian farming make him a prominent figure in the industry, with his commitment evident in both his plantation and his wholesale store.
Saturday, 12 August 2023
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Hook, line and sink your teeth into the freshest catch of the day. With the panoramic Malacca Straits as background, expect a feast for the eyes and the spirit as we see Kukup farmers Yeong Fang and Kamaludin haul in the Republic’s supply of fresh fish for the day ahead.
Every shop and hawker stall has a unique story to tell. Embark on the six self-guided trails at the Sundry and Hawker levels and uncover tales of resilience, passion and community spirit – the struggle of setting up shop; challenges that had to be overcome along the way; or customers who have grown to become friends over the years. Scan the QR code on the right and rediscover Chinatown Complex in a different light now!
What’s cooking in Balestier at night? Join us on a supper feast around Balestier and hear the stories of the many stall owners operating deep into the night!