Explore Sengkang Wet Market and Kopitiam Square 🌅
Join me on an early morning tour of the Sengkang Wet Market and Kopitiam Square, where you can find the freshest produce and traditional market vibes that are hard to come by in nearby areas like Punggol. Starting at 8 am, we'll explore a variety of stalls offering fresh vegetables, fish, seafood, pork, and even crabs!
The term "wet markets" originates from the wet conditions of these markets, which result from melting ice used to keep seafood fresh and from stallholders regularly washing their stalls with water. Typically, wet markets are organized into a "wet" section, where fresh produce, meat, fish, and live animals are sold, and a "dry" section, which features stalls offering items like spices, rice, dried noodles, dried seafood, and beans.
The term gained prominence in the early 1970s when the Singapore government began using it to distinguish these traditional markets from air-conditioned "supermarkets," which started gaining popularity after the opening of Fitzpatrick's supermarket on Orchard Road in 1958. In the early 1990s, the live slaughter of poultry at wet markets was phased out, with operations moved to centralized abattoirs. The introduction of the Cold Chain System in 1999 further modernized these markets by requiring meat to be kept chilled throughout the entire preparation process.
Wet markets continue to meet the essential needs of Singaporeans and serve as a livelihood for many stallholders. Beyond their economic role, they also act as a communal space where Singapore's diverse population interacts and bonds, contributing significantly to the country's social fabric.
Discover the unique charm of this traditional market, where one vegetable stall is famous for its staff’s ability to mentally calculate your total without the use of a calculator. From chicken stalls offering different varieties like kampong, spring, and black chicken, to stalls selling fresh fish, Tong Tau Foo, and fruit-Sengkang Wet Market has it all.
Competition from Supermarkets and Hypermarkets
The emergence of supermarkets in the 1980s and hypermarkets in the 1990s through the 2000s introduced significant competition to wet markets. These modern retail outlets offer a cleaner, air-conditioned shopping environment and a wider variety of products, often at more competitive prices. Additionally, their extended operating hours make them more convenient for working professionals who prefer to do their shopping in the evenings. As a result, many wet market stallholders, especially those located near these supermarkets and hypermarkets, have experienced a decline in daily earnings.
Challenges with Succession and Staffing
Most wet market stalls are family-run businesses, and many elderly stallholders face the possibility of shutting down their operations as their children, who are often better educated, are reluctant to take over. Furthermore, stallholders struggle to hire reliable staff willing to endure the physical demands and irregular hours of the job. Consequently, when stallholders find themselves unable to manage the daily workload, many opt to sell or close down their stalls.
Located at 10 Sengkang Square, Kopitiam Square operates 24 hours a day, making it a convenient spot for your grocery needs any time of the day. Don’t miss out on the traditional market experience!
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