Hello! My Cuttlefish and Ear Biscuits Hawker Tan Ming Han at Chai Wee Cuttlefish
Prepare your taste buds for an “ear-istible” treat as we unravel the fascinating tale of a second-generation owner crafting the crispiest cuttlefish and tastiest ear biscuits in town. It’s a feast for your taste buds and a delight for your senses!
About the Programme
- What You'll Do
- Meet Your Host
- Important Details
What You'll Do
During the program, participants will get a chance to delve into the intriguing history of Tan Nor Chai’s family business. They will explore how the business started in the 1970s and how it has grown into two branches over the years. The second-generation owner, Ming Han, will be on hand to give an exciting demonstration on how to make the crispiest cuttlefish and tastiest ear biscuits in town. It’s an educational and entertaining experience that will leave your senses thrilled!
Meet Your Host
Tan Ming Han, the son of Tan Nor Chai, continues the family’s second-generation business specialising in ear biscuits and crispy cuttlefish. Tan Nor Chai learned the trade from his father during the 1970s in Lorong Tai Seng. After managing separate branches for ear biscuits and crispy cuttlefish production, they established a hawker stall in Chinatown Complex in 2012 to consolidate their operations. Tan Ming Han actively supports his parents in the business and is dedicated to modernising it by using social media and implementing an online ordering system.
Important Details
What to bring?
- Participants are encouraged to dress comfortably!
- Participants should bring along an umbrella and a bottle of water.
- Please ensure that you bring along any personal medication. Asthmatic individuals are reminded to bring their inhaler.
Other important information
- Please arrive 15 minutes before the event for registration.
- The event will proceed rain or shine.
- Parking is available at Chinatown Complex. Alternative parking is available at Chinatown Point and Maxwell Food Centre.
- The venue is wheelchair accessible.
- Photography is allowed at event premises.
Disclaimer
- Each ticket admits only one participant.
- By agreeing to participate in the event, every participant will be responsible for any injury, loss of damage due to careIessness of other actions on his/her part or that of children under his/her charge.
- It is compulsory for a parent/guardian to accompany any child of or under the age of 12.
- Videos and photographs may also be taken during the event. By registering for this event, you give My Community full rights to use the photos for marketing and publicity.
Time and Duration
Days & Dates
Saturday, 5 August 2023
Saturday, 12 August 2023
Saturday, 19 August 2023
Ticket Price
(excluding Eventbrite service fee)
Meeting Point
Ending Point
Language(s) / Age Limit(s)
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