Author Archives: Remember Singapore

4D, Mahjong and Chap Ji Kee.. History of Gambling in Singapore

Posted on November 30, 2011 by Remember Singapore

With the completion of the Integrated Resorts (IRs) and its casinos in 2010, some said that Singapore had truly become a sin city. While they might be right, the fact is gambling has never been a stranger on this island. … Continue reading →

Posted in Cultural, Historic | Tagged 4D, Beh Bio, Chap Ji Kee, China Street, Cho Dai-D, Dale Carnegie Club, Farrer Park, Formula One, Genting Highlands, Giao Keng Kau, Integrated Resorts, Konan Saiken, Leisure World, National Trades Union Congress, Papadopov Nikolai, S-League, Si Sek Pai, Singapore Mahjong, Singapore Pools, Singapore Turf Club, The Singapore Sweep, Toto | 16 Comments

A Forgotten Past – The Days When Singapore Mafia Ruled Europe

Posted on November 24, 2011 by Remember Singapore

Mention underworld triads and Japan’s Yakuza or Italian Mafia comes to mind. But there was an era when the Singapore gangsters ruled Europe with a vast drug empire that struck fear into the hearts of their enemies. Kampung Kid turned … Continue reading →

Posted in Historic | Tagged Ah Kong, Dragon Head, Mr Big, Pek Kim Leng, Roland Tan Tong Meng, Singapore 1970s | 28 Comments

A Walk Through The Old Neighbourhood – Tiong Bahru

Posted on November 17, 2011 by Remember Singapore

Tiong Bahru is the first public housing estate to be built in Singapore (Queenstown is the first satellite new town). It was a project undertaken by Singapore Improvement Trust (SIT) in the thirties, where SIT was a government body set … Continue reading →

Posted in Nostalgic | Tagged Bird Corner, Chinese Pioneers, Guan Chuan Street, Singapore Improvement Trust, Tiong Bahru, Yong Siak Court | 18 Comments

A Walk Through The Old Neighbourhood – Jalan Kayu

Posted on November 17, 2011 by Remember Singapore

Mention Jalan Kayu, and most Singaporeans will think of the delicious crispy roti prata. Indeed, the two large roti prata shops at Jalan Kayu, perhaps more popular and famous than the ones at Upper Thomson Road and Clementi Road, have … Continue reading →

Posted in Nostalgic | Tagged Abundant Grace Presbyterian Church, Ang Oon Hue, C.E. Wood, Fernvale, Jalan Kayu, Jalan Tari Dulang, Jalan Tari Lilin, Jalan Tari Payong, Jalan Tari Piring, Jalan Tari Serimpi, Jalan Tari Zapin, Lorong Samak, Lorong Tanggam, Roti Prata, Royal Air Force, Seletar Air Base, Sengkang, Singapore Rural Board, Tong Lee Road | 109 Comments

100 Things We Love About The 80s (Part 2)

Posted on November 6, 2011 by Remember Singapore

Due to overwhelming responses, I have compiled another 100 stuff (thanks to the generous feedback and contributions from nostalgia-lovers in Part 1) that remind us of the good ‘old days in Singapore during the eighties. Apologies for other things that … Continue reading →

Posted in Cultural, Nostalgic | Tagged Ah Meng, Ang Mo Kio, Arcade Games, Area Licensing Scheme, Asterix, Autograph Book, Bamboo Stool, Big Splash, Button Moon, Centrepoint Kids, Choon Seng Seafood, Choose Your Own Adventure, City Shuttle Bus, Dai Gor Dai, Darkie Toothpaste, Dick Dastardly and Muttley, Double Decker Bus, Dragon Ball, Fido Dido, Flying Across The Galaxy, Godzilla, Hantam Bola, Harmonica, Hungry Hungry Hippos, Icee, Identity Card, Junie Sng Poh Leng, Kacang Puteh, Kalkitos, Know Your School, Konami's Contra, Ladybird Storybooks, Library Pass, Ma Biu Po, Macross, Magnolia, Mastermind, McDonald’s Singapore, Mini Tennis, Mr Kiasu, Mr Potato Head, National Library, National Theatre, Nintento Game Boy, Oil Of Ulan, Oldenlandia Water, Overseas Union Bank, Pac-Man, People's Action Party, PEP Basic Reader, Pick-Up Sticks, Plasticine, Post Office Savings Bank, Public Utilities Board, Ramp Powered Launch, Road Safety Park, RTV, Science Club, Sharity The Elephant, Sing Singapore, Singa The Lion, Singapore Broadcasting Corporation, Singapore Mass Rapid Transit, Singapore Scientist, Slam Dunk, SOGO, Strawberry Shortcake, Student Concession Card, Student Times, Teamy The Bee, Teenage Textbook, Teenage Workbook, Tetra Pak, The Bookworm Club, The Flintstones, Tikam Tikam, Toa Payoh, TransitLink, Ultraman, Van Kleef Aquarium, Wang Sha, West Malaysia, Where's Wally, World Trade Centre, Ye Feng, Yoyo, Zero-Point, Zoo-Ed | 192 Comments

100 Things We Love About The 80s

Posted on November 3, 2011 by Remember Singapore

The era of the eighties is a favourite for many, including me. Life seemed to be a little slower, a little less stressful and perhaps also a little boring since there were no internet, iPhone, Facebook and cable TV. Catching … Continue reading →

Posted in Cultural, Nostalgic | 379 Comments

Burgers, French Fries and Diet Coke

Posted on October 21, 2011 by Remember Singapore

They are widely criticised as unhealthy junk food, but many of us cannot live without them. Love ’em or hate ’em, you cannot deny fast food culture is firmly a part of our life now. Here is a brief history … Continue reading →

Posted in General | Tagged A&W Restaurant, Big Rooster, Burger King, Chuck E Cheese, Fast Food, Kentucky Fried Chicken, Komala’s Restaurant, Long John Silver's, McDonald’s Singapore, Pizza Hut, Root Beer Float, Taco Bell | 66 Comments

Our Xinyao, Our Songs

Posted on October 13, 2011 by Remember Singapore

Xinyao 新谣 stands for 新加坡歌谣, which literally means Singapore Chinese Folk Songs. Started in early eighties, it was, in a certain way, influenced by the Taiwanese folk songs 台湾歌谣 and songs created by their college students 校园民歌, which had its … Continue reading →

Posted in Cultural | Tagged Hong Shaoxuan, Jiang Hu, Liang Wern Fook, Pan Ying, Singapore 1980s, Xinyao, Yan Liming | 28 Comments

Money Never Sleeps – A Brief History of Banking in Singapore

Posted on October 7, 2011 by Remember Singapore

As a well-known international financial hub, there are over 100 banks in Singapore, including six local banks, 24 foreign banks, 40 wholesale banks and 42 offshore banks. Since the liberalisation of the banking sector by the Singapore government in 2001, … Continue reading →

Posted in Historic | Tagged Bank of Singapore, Chung Khiaw Bank, Development Bank of Singapore, Industrial & Commercial Bank, Keppel Bank, Kwong Yik Bank, Lee Wah Bank, Oversea-Chinese Bank Corporation, Overseas Union Bank, Post Office Savings Bank, Sze Hai Tong Bank, Tat Lee Bank, United Overseas Bank | 10 Comments

Singapore’s Favourite Mascots.. How Many Do You Remember?

Posted on September 20, 2011 by Remember Singapore

For many years, mascots are being designed as representative spokesperson for products, campaigns or competitions. Most mascots are fun-looking, even cute to some extent, and aim to broadcast their messages to the intended audience. There were many mascots created by … Continue reading →

Posted in Cultural | Tagged Bobo the Water Saving Elephant, Captain Green, Oscar The Asian Otter, S-League, Sharity Elephant, Singa, Singapore Mascots, Smilely Squirrel, Teamy, The Bookworm Club, Water Wally | 19 Comments

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4D, Mahjong and Chap Ji Kee.. History of Gambling in Singapore

A Forgotten Past – The Days When Singapore Mafia Ruled Europe

A Walk Through The Old Neighbourhood – Tiong Bahru

A Walk Through The Old Neighbourhood – Jalan Kayu

100 Things We Love About The 80s (Part 2)

100 Things We Love About The 80s

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Money Never Sleeps – A Brief History of Banking in Singapore

Singapore’s Favourite Mascots.. How Many Do You Remember?

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