Where to get the best rice dumplings (bak chang) in Singapore for the Dragon Boat Festival
Get yummy rice dumplings delivered to your door with some pre-planning.
In Singapore, we may not celebrate Dragon Boat Festival as fervently as before, but it's still a time when people get excited about the steaming hot and delicious little bundle of rice dumplings. Dragon Boat Festival is on 22 June this year, and already, you can access a wide range of rice dumplings in the market.
If you want to get your bak chang delivered, whether as a gift or to eat yourself, here are some yummy options to consider, from sweet fillings to extravagant ones with abalone!
Din Tai Fung
Available only for takeaway at all Din Tai Fung restaurants from now till 25 June 2023, these red bean dumplings comes frozen so you can indulge long after the festival is over. Buy any six dumplings to get a complimentary insulated bag.
Holiday Inn Xin Cuisine
A luxurious choice perfect for gifting or self-indulgence, Xin Cuisine Chinese Restaurant is offering three flavours this Dragon Boat Festival. Those who like a bit of luxury can go for Abalone and Cumin Pork Rice Dumpling (S$29.80); traditionalists can go for the Traditional Rice Dumpling (S$17.80) and those with a sweet tooth can go for the Red Lotus Seed Paste and Chestnut Dumpling with Osmanthus Sauce (S$13.80). Each piece weighs 380g, larger than an average-sized bak zhang.
Hock Wong
These homemade dumplings are made from 100% fresh ingredients and do not contain MSG, preservatives, and artificial colours. It's also vacuum-packed and ready to eat, though you should freeze those you cannot finish for up to a month.
Joo Chiat Kim Choo Nonya Rice Dumpling
S$24.30 for 3 on NTUC Fairprice
Joo Chiat is known for its food, and some of the best brands seem to originate from or reside in the area. Kim Choo was founded in 1940s, and provides their dumpling via NTUC Fairprice!
InterContinental Singapore
From now till 22 Jun 2023, Man Fu Yuan at InterContinental Singapore presents seven artisanal rice dumplings inclusive of four new flavours, along with two gift bundle sets to commemorate the festivities. The four new flavours are:
Limited-edition Man Fu Yuan Classic Cantonese XL Rice Dumpling with Red Quinoa (88 only)
Cured Kurobuta Pork with Spicy Dried Shrimp Rice Dumpling
Japanese Sweet Potato with Sesame Rice Dumpling
Australian Pumpkin with Quinoa
Every order of five dumplings will be delivered with an elegantly-designed pyramid box.
NCO Club Madam Fan
Go all out and treat yourself with rice dumplings from Madame Fan in three decadent flavours: Chaoshan Sweet & Savory Rice Dumpling (S$48) is luxuriously packed with Kurobuta pork belly, Parma ham, salted egg yolk, dried shrimp, Chinese mushroom, Chinese sausage, chestnut; XO Abalone & Hokkaido Dried Scallop Rice Dumpling (S$48) overloads on seafood with six-head South Africa abalone, mini abalone, Hokkaido dried scallop delectably flavoured with Madame Fan’s homemade XO sauce and Candied Jujube & Red Bean Vegetarian Rice Dumpling (S$28), a dessert alternative made with well-loved Chinese ingredients. Get the whole set with a homemade XO sauce at S$118 per set.
Marriott Tang Plaza Hotel
Award-winning Wan Hao Chinese Restaurant presents five gourmet handcrafted dumplings: 5-Head Abalone with Karasumi & Iberico Pork (S$30), Oolong Tea Smoked Roasted Irish Duck(S$20), White Pepper Crab (S$22), Signature Pork & Salted Egg (S$18), Cordyceps Flower & Purple Glutinous Rice (S$18). Available for takeaway and dine-in from now to 22 June 2023.
PARKROYAL on Kitchener Rd
A classic for everyone, the Traditional Cantonese Rice Dumpling with Abalone, Conpoy and Black Mushroom (S$30.80) is a signature that is not to be missed. Meat-lovers can savour the deluxe Traditional Cantonese Brown Rice Dumpling with Wagyu Beef (S$20.80), while vegetarians can go for the meat-free Vegetarian Brown Rice Dumpling with Truffle (S$13.80). Last but not least, the Chilled Sago Dumpling with Purple Potato, Red Bean and Lychee (S$12.80 for 3 pieces) is a delectable sweet treat that is ideal as an after-meal dessert for all to enjoy.
Purchase the Limited Edition Dumpling Bundles Deals (from $53.80) which is better value for money, and receive a complimentary thermal carrier! Both collection and dine-in options are available from now to 22 June 2023.
The St. Regis Singapore Yan Ting
Cantonese fine-dining restaurant Yan Ting presents luxurious St. Regis glutinous rice dumplings:
Abalone and Golden Dried Scallop Dumplings (S$41) is bundled with roast duck, pork belly, chestnut, salted egg yolk and shiitake mushrooms. Truffle Mushroom Rice Dumplings with Multigrain (S$20) is a healthy alternative offering a blend of shiitake mushrooms and chestnuts encased within fragrant bamboo leaves. Pork Belly and Salted Egg Yolk Dumplings (S$24) is a timeless classic with a luscious salted egg yolk, tender pork belly braised in spices, chestnut, dried scallops, shiitake mushrooms, and beans. Get all for S$86, presented in a luxurious red box containing all three flavours.
Available for dine-in, while delivery and takeaway orders can be placed online.
The Ritz-Carlton Summer Pavillion
S$35 per piece
Commemorate the annual Dragon Boat Festival with one Michelin star Summer Pavilion’s traditional Hong Kong-style rice dumplings, made with roast duck, roast pork, dried scallops, dried shrimp, salted egg yolk, mushrooms, lotus seeds, chestnuts, green beans and glutinous rice. Available for dine-in or takeaway at SGD 35 per dumpling (600 grams).
For takeaway, please note that the dumplings should be consumed within two days, and must be steamed for a minimum of 30 minutes before consumption.
An advanced order of two days is required. Collection is available at Summer Pavilion between 12 pm to 2.30pm and 6.30pm to 9pm from now to 22 June 2023. Orders can be made via email at rc.sinrz.summerpavilion@ritzcarlton.com or call +65 6434 5286.
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