Zai Shun Curry Fish Head

Damian D’Silva, chef-partner, Rempapa

This zi char place in the west is where you can get various cooked-to-order food, Teochew porridge as well as a selection of fresh fish. The owner brings in a range of farmed and wild-caught fish such as garoupa, barramundi and pomfret. You can take your pick and have the fish steamed in a variety of styles, including Cantonese or Teochew.
 
“One of the main draws is the freedom to look into the styrofoam boxes to pick out the fish, which are always so fresh,” says D’Silva, adding that he would usually get his fish steamed. “What I enjoy is the ‘surprise’ fish that is sometimes available to those in the know. But the boss might ignore your request if you are not familiar with the stall,” he advises.