Our Singapore food tour in Little India takes in an interesting street called Race course road.
Race course road is so called because there used to be a horse racing course here back in the 19th century. The race course was built in 1842. It was a popular hang out spot for wealthy Europeans as well as Malay royalty. The first ever race held here was in 1843. The Singapore cup had a prize of $150. Not bad for those days.
Many special events were staged here and it is also the site of the first plane landing in Singapore. In 1911 Frenchman Joseph Christiaens landed the first flight into Singapore.
In 1933 the Singapore Turf Club decided to move to a bigger premises on Bukit Timah road.
Where to eat in Little India?
As you can see the road today is full of great places to eat and drink.
Our Singapore food tour guides often get asked, where is the best place to eat in Little India? Race course road is always a favourite answer.
At the near end of the road is the back of the Tekka market. As you walk up the road you will find one side dedicated to Indian restaurants. Banana leaf Apollo is always popular. Also worthy of a mention is the very casual Gayatri. This is more of a buffet restaurant with very helpful staff. One other restaurant on race course road that is worth a mention is Mustard. They are Singapore’s first Punjab and Bengali restaurant. As the name suggests they use a lot of mustard in their dishes. Something a bit different that guarantees great tastes.
Our Singapore food tours are a great way to explore Singapore. Our lunch with the locals tour starts off in Little India. To find out more visit www.singabites.com
