5 Must Buy Keepsakes That Scream Singapore!

Keepsakes or souvenirs are a must buy when you are out in a foreign land. When we talk about unique gifts Singapore souvenirs speak authenticity out loud, and you would be surprised with what all you can take back home happily for your dear ones.

Here is an interesting mix of keepsakes from the chic and fun loving city, a little bit of everything for your family and friends at work. Enjoy!

‘Fine City’ Tshirts

While you are here, you must have known they call Singapore the Fine City, not in the coolest sense, but in the most literal sense! The city authorities do not hesitate before charging you  a $1000 for the tiniest offence that you may commit, intentionally or not.

You need an example, how about chewing gum, flying a kite or just singing out loud in public? Weird, right? Well, the list is long. So, get ‘fine city’ t shirts that flaunts the list  and tourists find them really amusing!  These are awesome keepsakes that reminds you of Singapore’s unique culture and  a blunt mockery of their uptight laws.

Orchid Jewelry

Did you know Singapore’s national flower is a hybrid? Orchid, essentially the one called Vanda Miss Joaquim also known as Singapore orchid was chosen to be Singapore’s national flower due to its  year round blooming quality to represent the country’s unique hybrid culture. 

 Such is its popularity and charm that its petals are dried, coated with resin to bond with them with jewelry parts like earrings, pendants or just loops to make fine interesting jewelry. So, get hold of a couple of these or even more for the young ladies back home. Such unique stunning jewelry would touch the strings of their heart! Look up online at La Belle store to choose from a wide range of such stunning pendants, earrings and other accessories.

Pandan Chiffon Cakes

Gifts are incomplete without something savoury to look forward to. So, here’s something for foodies. Pandon chiffon cakes! They are a hot favorite among SIngaporeans and tourists alike. Also known as green cakes, they are soft, moist, light and so fluffy that tourists simply love to take them home in huge numbers.

Pandon chiffon cakes are easily available in all bakeries in Singapore, so make some good space to stuff it all in, as we assure you they would be inside everyone’s tummy before you know it!

Cutlery Set

Chinese cutlery are famous all over the world. So, to add to the list of unique Singapore gifts, the city has a diverse collection of cutlery and you can find them in any cutlery shop. Pick a set or two to make a lasting impression to the ones who mean a lot to you. You can gift yourself  a set of these as they would make a fine collection in your kitchen cabinet. Surprise people when you host the next tea party.time times

Bakkwa (Barbecued Meat)

This is a mouthwatering edible gift for meat lovers. Bakkwa is either made from pork or beef which are profusely marinated with soy sauces, spices and sugar grilled over charcoal. A darling snack among locals, this sliced meat dish would soon become a favorite among your friends and family. So, if you haven’t thought of planning a barbeque yet, hosting one Singapore style would be a great idea to celebrate your homecoming with your folks back home.