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Hand holding a smoked salmon vol-au-vent canapé topped with a caper
40,852 Canapés Later
More than 40,852 canapés have left our kitchen since our online store opened in 2018, making them one of ATD’s greatest hits. What started with homemade kids’ parties and a... Read more...
Hand-decorated Easter eggs in yellow and natural tones with white leaf patterns, nestled in a dish with violets
All about Easter Traditions
Easter is a time of renewal, reflection, and celebration, marked by traditions that have been cherished for centuries. Among the most beloved culinary customs of Easter are hot cross buns... Read more...
Hands lighting rows of clay diyas scattered with marigold petals, celebrating Deepavali, the festival of lights
Deepavali: Celebrating the Festival of Lights in Singapore vs India
Deepavali, also known as Diwali, is the Festival of Lights, celebrated by Hindus around the world. While the festival’s essence—marking the triumph of light over darkness and good over evil—remains... Read more...
Fireworks bursting over Marina Bay Sands and Gardens by the Bay at night, celebrating Singapore's National Day
How to throw and National Day party at the office!
Singapore's 59th birthday is just around the corner, and what better way to celebrate this momentous occasion than by throwing a National Day bash at the office? And especially if... Read more...
Family in baju kurung and songkok sharing a Hari Raya open house feast of satay, rendang and kuih
Hari Raya Hosting and Guest Etiquette: Your Essential Guide
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Muslim family in festive wear sharing an iftar meal of rice, curries and lemang around a dining table at home
Top 5 Destinations for Breaking Fast in Singapore
Photo by: Odua Images During Ramadan, Muslims observe a strict fast from dawn until sunset, refraining from eating or drinking anything, including water. Fasting is seen as a private act... Read more...
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Golden Sweet Potato Balls with Sesame (黄金番薯芝麻球)
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Yu sheng platter of shredded vegetables, mango and pomelo with salmon, crackers and sauces on a red Chinese New Year table
The Significance of Yu Sheng
Yusheng, also referred to as "Lo Hei" in Cantonese, holds deep-rooted traditions as a Chinese New Year delicacy. Read on to learn more about Yu Sheng as a popular Chinese... Read more...
Family tossing yu sheng with chopsticks over a Chinese New Year potluck spread, with red lantern graphics
5 Must-haves in Your Next CNY Potluck
Chinese New Year - a joyous celebration with our loved ones and of course the perfect opportunity to indulge in some good food. Embracing the spirit of unity and abundance,... Read more...
Glowing red Chinese lanterns with the title "Superstitions and taboos for CNY: the dos & don'ts"
Superstitions and Taboos for CNY
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Home Decoration Ideas for a Warm and Cosy Christmas Holiday
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5 Fun Christmas Activities to do with your loved ones
Christmas is all about spending quality time with your loved ones. Delve into the joyous season with a roundup of five fun Christmas activities perfect for bonding with family and... Read more...
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Popular Christmas Destinations to visit
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Drive-in cinema at dusk with rows of cars facing a big screen reading "Top 3 movies to watch this Deepavali"
Top 3 Movies to Watch this Deepavali
Top 5 must watch movies during deepavali with your family and friends Read more...
Lit clay diyas on a colourful rangoli with glowing bokeh lights and the words "Deepavali 2023"
How Deepavali is celebrated across the Northern and Southern part of India
How is Deepavali celebrated across the different regions of India Read more...
Friends with drinks around a grill of BBQ skewers, with the text Teacher's Day 2023: don't postpone that BBQ meetup
Top 6 Sizzling BBQ Foods to Celebrate Teacher's Day
Top 6 must have BBQ food at this year’s Teacher’s day’s gathering with your old classmates and teachers. Read more...
Sleepy man yawning at the table before dawn as a woman in a hijab brings food, with an alarm clock for sahur
6 Easy Sahur Meal Ideas
As we prepare to welcome the holy month of Ramadan, it also means waking up as early as 4 am to prepare Sahur meals. For anyone who is unfamiliar with... Read more...
Family in white baju melayu and songkok sharing a bowl of dates to break their Ramadan fast together
Top 5 Ways to Show Support to Your Colleagues Who are Fasting
Ramadan is the ninth month of the Islamic calendar which is widely observed by billions of Muslims worldwide. The start of Ramadan differs yearly depending on the moon cycle. This... Read more...
Top 6 popular Hari Raya foods: satay with peanut sauce, ketupat, dates, kuih and festive cookies on a teal table
Top 6 Popular Hari Raya Foods
Hari Raya Puasa, or Eid al-fitr is an important festival celebrated by Muslims globally including Singapore. Muslims in Singapore make up approximately 15% of the population. Hari Raya Puasa is... Read more...
Salmon crudo salad with mandarin segments, watercress and edible flowers, a fresh Chinese New Year starter
Chinese New Year recipe: Salmon Crudo Salad with Mandarin and Watercress
Xin Nian Kuai Le! 🧧I’m Mel, founder and Executive Chef at All Things Delicious. I hope you are having a lovely time celebrating the Year of the Rabbit with your... Read more...
Paper-cut rabbit, red lanterns and the 兔 character for the Year of the Rabbit, with the title 5 traditional CNY things
5 Traditional Things That People Do in Chinese New Year
Photo by Marcela Ruty Romero from Ruty Romero’s Images The most widely celebrated holiday for the Chinese is Chinese New year, also known as Lunar New Year. 2023 is the... Read more...
7 best Chinese New Year gifts of 2023: wrapped gold gift box, gold ingot ornament and red ribbon bows on red
7 Best Chinese New Year Gifts in 2023 for Friends, Families and Relatives
Photo byThaninee from Getty Images Chinese New Year is fast approaching. It is a great idea to send out gifts to friends, families and relatives to express your respect and... Read more...
Top 6 traditional Chinese New Year foods: spring rolls, rice cake, whole chicken, prawns, mandarins and vegetables
Top 6 Traditional Chinese New Year Food and their Meanings
Photo by HendrikSulaiman, Petervesti, lovell35, kf4851 by Getty ImagePhoto by Joshua ResnickPhoto by stafichukanatoly and Couleur from pixabay Interestingly, the Chinese Zodiac is a continuous cycle of 12 years, where... Read more...
Tropical pavlova wreath topped with mango, caramelised pineapple, dragonfruit compote and starfruit crisps for Christmas
Christmas Recipe: Tropical Pavlova Wreath
Hi everyone! I’m Mel, founder and Executive Chef at All Things Delicious and I am sharing another Christmas recipe! Christmas is right around the corner and what better way to... Read more...
Moroccan-style shepherd's pie with a golden cheesy mash crust in an enamel dish on a reindeer Christmas napkin
Christmas recipe: Moroccan Style Shepard’s Pie
Hi all, I’m Mel, founder and Executive Chef at All Things Delicious. Christmas is a month away! And with Christmas (or enter any other 🤪 stressful festive time) I always... Read more...
Wrapped Christmas presents with ribbons under a lit Christmas tree, ideas for Secret Santa gifts
Top 8 Christmas Gifts to get for Secret Santa
Struggling with some Secret Santa gift ideas? Fret not, All Things Delicious have got your back with amazing gift ideas this Christmas. Read more...
Smiling family in festive outfits and reindeer antlers waving beside a Christmas tree for a budget-friendly celebration
5 Top Ways to Celebrate a budget-friendly Christmas
With Christmas just around the corner, let’s get into the holiday spirit! Read more...
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Breast Screening in Singapore: A Step-by-Step Guide
It’s Breast Cancer Awareness month and the team at All Things Delicious is going PINK! We are proud to be standing together once more with those who are affected by... Read more...
Women of different ages in pink tops with pink ribbons joining hands to show support for breast cancer patients
4 Ways to Show Support to Breast Cancer Patients
Hearing news about someone who’s going through breast cancer can be difficult. There’s no question about it: cancer is frightening. If you know someone who has been diagnosed with breast... Read more...
Deepavali spread of halal cookies, coconut burfi, pistachio tarts and rose-glazed cake for festive snacking
8 Things to Eat During Deepavali
Photo by CJ Wadhwa Deepavali or Diwali is known as the Festival of Lights. In Hindu homes in India and across the world, candles and oil lamps are lit, bright... Read more...
Group of friends in traditional Indian dress laughing and holding sparklers at night to celebrate Deepavali
Complete Guide to Deepavali 2022
Photo by RODNAE Productions from Pexels What is Deepavali? Did you know Deepavali is India’s most important holiday. It is a celebration of good over evil with 5 days of... Read more...
Crowd of cheering spectators waving Singapore flags at a National Day celebration
6 Fun Things to Do This National Day
Photo by HomeTeam NS1 9 August. It is the day when we Singaporeans commemorate our country’s independence from Malaysia in 1965. Singapore has come a long way to become what... Read more...
Smiling young woman with a backpack on a street strung with lanterns at night, for places to visit on National Day
5 Places to Visit in Singapore on National Day 2022
Photo by SDI Productions from Getty Images Singapore 1. Kampung Gelam If you have searched up places to visit in Singapore, popular places such as Haji Lane and Arab Street... Read more...
Classroom decorated with balloons and flower baskets on the desks, for ways to celebrate Teacher’s Day
Top 4 Ways to Celebrate Teacher's Day
Photo by AlekseiAntropov from iStock Photos A teacher is a friend, philosopher, and leader who holds our hand, opens our mind, and touches our heart. The contribution of a teacher... Read more...
Smiling teacher being hugged by three young pupils in a bright classroom, for gift ideas for teachers
10 Must-Have Gifts for Teachers
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Illustration of a mosque with a crescent moon and hanging ketupat, titled guide to Hari Raya Haji in Singapore
The Guide to Hari Raya Haji in Singapore
Here’s a quick guide to help you better understand this cultural festival celebrated by the Muslims in Singapore. Read more...
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8 Top Gifts for Housewarming in Singapore
Here are our top 8 housewarming gifts for every budget and new home size. Read more...
Laughing father play-wrestling with his young son on a sofa, for ideas on Father’s Day activities with dad
Top 5 Father’s Day Activities to do with Dad
Activities to do for Father’s Day 2022 in Singapore. Read more...
Smiling woman handing a wrapped gift box with a pink bow to an older man, for Father’s Day gift ideas
Best 8 Father's Day Gift Ideas
The 8 best Father’s Day Gifts for the coolest dad around. Read more...
Hari Raya table with ketupat, green duit raya packets, satay, dates, kuih and festive cookies
6 Best Hari Raya Gift Ideas for Your Loved Ones
Looking for the perfect Hari Raya gift ideas? Look no further with our handy list! Read more...
Smiling mother and daughter in hijabs holding hands, for ideas on things to do on Mother’s Day weekend
5 Top Things To Do on Mother's Day Weekend
Mother’s day is around the corner, have you thought about what to do and where to bring mum this Mother’s Day? If you have not, do not worry! We have... Read more...
Mother and young daughter hugging and smiling at a laptop on the sofa, for an article on Mother’s Day gift ideas
Top 5 Mother's Day Gift Ideas
If you are stumped with what to get for mum this Mother’s Day, here are 5 brilliant gift ideas for her! Take note: Mother’s Day in 2022 in Singapore falls... Read more...
Golden dome of Sultan Mosque framed by a lit archway at dusk, titled 5 favourite places to visit this Ramadan
5 of Our Favourites Places to Visit this Ramadan in Singapore
Ramadan Kareem to all our Muslim friends who are observing this holy month! As we are streamlining (and easing of) COVID-19 measures, we hope this will gear you up for... Read more...
Collage of sahur dishes – egg sandwich, smoothies, overnight oats, spiced scrambled eggs and avocado toast
5 Fast and Filling Recipes for Sahur this Ramadan
Yes, it's going to be Ramadan soon! For the uninitiated, Ramadan is the holiest month in the Islamic calendar where Muslims observe daily fasting from dawn to dusk, in addition... Read more...
Three women in hijabs chatting over watermelon and drinks at a kitchen counter, titled 5 healthy tips for Ramadan fasting
5 Tips for a Healthy Ramadan
In the Islamic calendar, Ramadan is the ninth month and it is one of the most important months for Muslims. It is a time when Muslims observe a whole month... Read more...
Women of the team in face masks gathered around a birthday cake, titled 5 ways to celebrate International Women’s Day
5 Ways to Celebrate International Women’s Day
Here at All Things Delicious, we believe in the importance of inclusivity and to provide the opportunity and platform for the women in our team to progress and thrive. International... Read more...
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What International Women’s Day means to Team Delicious
International Women’s Day, annually held on the 8th March, is a global day celebrating the social, economic and cultural and political achievements of women. All Things Delicious is once again... Read more...
Six women from the team smiling outside a café, with the title celebrate International Women’s Day with 6 inspiring women
Celebrate International Women’s Day with 6 Inspiring Women
  Mentors can show up in our lives in all sorts of ways. We often establish a connection with a senior team member who's helped us in times of need... Read more...
Red and gold Chinese New Year couplets with auspicious greetings, titled 8 Most Popular Chinese New Year Greetings
8 Most Popular Chinese New Year Greetings
Chinese New Year is around the corner and if Chinese New Year festivities are not something you normally celebrate or if you have been invited to a Chinese New Year... Read more...
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6 Traditional Chinese New Year Foods That Will Bring You Good Luck
As we say goodbye to the year of the Ox and greet the upcoming Year of the Tiger, we turn to these time-honored food traditions. Chinese New Year, also known... Read more...