Beauty World Food Centre guide

Whenever I step onto Level 4 of Beauty World Centre, the first thing that hits me is the smoky aroma drifting through the air, mingling with the unmistakable bustle of Beauty World Food Centre. Serving generations of diners since 1984, it remains one of Singapore’s most underrated hawker centres in my eyes, home to a diverse mix of cuisines, ranging from old-school stalwarts to newer names bringing fresh picks to the table. Here are the best Beauty World Food Centre stalls for those who can’t decide what to eat there. 

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1. Berempah Bros 

One of the newer stalls making waves at the food centre is Berempah Bros, helmed by MasterChef Singapore Season 2 finalist Derek Cheong. Best known for its creative take on ayam goreng berempah AKA spiced fried chicken with rice, the stall gives the familiar favourite a contemporary refresh while retaining its bold flavours. 

You have to try their signature Ayam Berempah ($7.50), which features a piece of deep-fried chicken with a crisp exterior that gives way to juicy, tender meat marinated in a fragrant blend of spices, with distinct notes of cumin and garlic. The chicken is topped with their signature “typhoon shelter crumbs”—a savoury mix of fried garlic, breadcrumbs, and a touch of chilli. Accompanying it is a serving of fragrant coconut rice infused with coconut milk and chicken stock, while a side of tangy achar an...