One of the things that I really enjoy ever since I started cycling is the freedom it gives me to explore different parts of the city. There are so many places in Singapore that I probably wouldn’t normally visit if I had to depend entirely on walking or public transport.
With a bicycle, everything feels much easier. I can navigate through smaller roads and alleys, travel short distances without waiting for a bus, and simply stop whenever something interesting catches my attention. And whenever I hear about a bazaar happening somewhere in the city, I can just grab my bicycle—or rent one—and make my way there!
Last Saturday, I decided to visit the bazaar located beside Aljunied MRT station.
I have always enjoyed visiting bazaars because they have a completely different atmosphere compared to shopping malls. Shopping malls are convenient, of course, but sometimes the food choices can feel a little repetitive. At bazaars, however, you never really know what you are going to find.
Many of the stalls seem to follow the latest food trends, so there are always interesting snacks, drinks, and creative dishes to discover. I also like the idea of supporting small business owners. Buying something from these stalls makes the experience feel a little more meaningful because I know I am also supporting people who are working hard to grow their businesses.
As soon as I arrived, I could already feel the festive vibe of the place.
The warm string lights hanging above the stalls made the whole bazaar feel lively and welcoming. There were people walking around, vendors preparing food, colorful signboards everywhere, and of course, the wonderful smell of grilled and fried food filling the air.
One of the first things that caught my attention was the fruit stall. The vendor was calling out to customers and selling huge slices of watermelon for only SGD 1 each!
OMG, they looked so fresh and juicy!
There were both red and yellow watermelons displayed on the table, and for that price, I could understand why people were stopping to take a look.
Although the bazaar itself is quite small, there was still a nice variety of food and drinks. I spotted Thai tea in different flavors, fresh fruit juices, snacks, kebabs, and plenty of fried finger food. The servings also looked generous, which made the prices feel quite reasonable.
The kebab stall was another one that caught my attention. Seeing the meat slowly roasting while walking around definitely made me hungry LOL. I also enjoyed checking out the colorful drink stalls, especially the Thai tea and fresh coconut, watermelon, and sugarcane drinks.
There was also one Asian-fusion or Japanese-style food stall that I really wanted to try. Unfortunately, by the time I reached it, I was already full!
So I guess that gives me a good reason to come back.
Sometimes, the best city adventures don’t have to involve famous tourist attractions or long journeys. A simple bicycle ride to a neighborhood bazaar can already turn into an enjoyable evening filled with food, lights, people, and little discoveries.
I’ll definitely revisit this bazaar and finally try that stall I missed.
Bon appétit, and see you in my next bazaar adventure!
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