11 Things In Singapore That Help Filipinos Beat Homesickness

    Chickenjoy, homemade sinigang, and San Miguel Beer!

    1. Jollibee is every OFW's home away from home.

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    There are already a couple of Jollibee branches in Singapore and OFWs flock over there regularly to feel at home.

    2. Of course, Jollibee's food also makes anyone feel at ease.

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    That sweet-style spaghetti with hotdogs and the familiar crispy chicken. MMM MMM MMM.

    3. Craving for more traditional Filipino fare? Try the lechon in Iskina Cebu.

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    This beloved restaurant in Ayer Rajah Crescent serves the authentic pork dish to OFWs and Singaporeans alike.

    4. Missing pinakbet, adobo, dinuguan and more? Munch on all of them at Kabayan Filipino Restaurant.

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    You can find this traditional turo-turo in Orchard Road Lucky Plaza.

    5. Or chew on mouthwatering grilled favorites at Gerry's Grill.

    6. San Miguel Beer is also available for Pinoys who want to celebrate (or forget about their problems).

    7. On a budget? Shop for your fave ready-to-eat Filipino food at small Filipino groceries around Singapore.

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    One of these is Panindang Pinoy Trading in Yishun Street.

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    The store is chock-full of Filipino ingredients so that you can cook your favorite Filipino dishes at your home in Singapore.

    8. Homemade Filipino dishes can make you feel in touch with your roots.

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    This sinigang is made with Sinigang sa Sampalok mix and some pork cubes, of course.

    9. Pinoy TV is also available to entertain.

    10. Filipino films also get screenings in Singapore from time to time.

    Of course, a Filipino film screening in Singapore is a huge event for every Pinoy there.

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    Filipinos flocked to the screening of Da One That Ghost Away at The Projector on May 6.

    11. Because who else can help beat homesickness but your fellow Pinoys?