My Chinatown Complex Tour with Zi Char Hawker Ngo Meng Nguen featuring Gods and Deities of Chinatown Complex
Who are the Gods and Deities of Chinatown Complex? Follow zi char hawker Ngo Meng Nguen as he unveils the captivating origins of the Tu Di Gong and Tua Pek Gong at the complex and his quest to keep this landmark “shrine-ing” bright.
About the Programme
- What You'll Do
- Meet Your Host
- More Details
What You'll Do
Discover the captivating story behind the popular Tu Di Gong Shrine! Join Uncle Ngo, the visionary behind its creation, as he reveals the shrine’s origins and his efforts in sustaining this cherished community landmark. Uncover the essence of this beloved shrine and its significance during the My Chinatown Festival!
Meet Your Host
Ngo Meng Nguen, a 65-year-old chef, leads a successful Zi Char stall with the support of his two sons, while his wife, Amy Su, oversees the storefront. Drawing from his valuable experience at his mother’s coffee shop in the 1970s, Meng Nguen had the aspiration to establish his own eatery.
In 1983, he utilised his mother’s startup capital to set up Xing Long Food Stall in the newly-built Chinatown Complex. Today, Xing Long continues to thrive under Meng Nguen’s dedication, ensuring the delivery of high-quality Zi Char dishes to its patrons.
More Details
Attire
- Participants are encouraged to dress comfortably and wear covered shoes.
What to bring?
- 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 tour for registration. To be fair to all participants, we will not wait for latecomers.
- 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 during the event.
Terms and Conditions
- All ticket sales are final. There will be no refund if you wish to cancel your tickets.
- Each ticket admits only one participant.
- By agreeing to participate in the tour, 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.
- 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, 2 November 2024
Sunday, 3 November 2024
Saturday, 9 November 2024
Sunday, 10 November 2024
Ticket Price
(excluding Eventbrite service fee)
Meeting Point
Ending Point
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