Kaya Toast, Coffee, Soft Boiled Egg

Blending the Malay and Chinese culture, Singapore has a strong traditional social coffee shop culture. Traditionally known as kopitiams, open air coffee shops are a place to have a cup of coffee or tea, a few snacks, and just sit and chat or spend time with friends.

Kaya, which is a spreadable sweet jam made from coconut cream, sugar, and often flavored with pandan leaves, is popularly served on toast to accompany a cup of coffee for a snack or breakfast. Additionally, and my personal favorite thing to eat for breakfast at Singapore kopitiams are soft boiled eggs, that are smooth, creamy, and rich, and go so well together with a sprinkle of soy sauce and white pepper.

Apart from the regular Chinese and Indian standard dishes, if there’s one combination of things to consume for breakfast in Singapore, this would be it.