What led to your decision to be located in Arab Street? Was it about building a community?
The Kampong Glam neighbourhood is so rich culturally. From the colourful historical past to the vibrant energy it exudes today, I’m so proud to be part of this community and cultural continuum. It is a community which allows me to be rooted to my ethnic background but at the same time celebrates diversity.
What are some of your favourite places in the neighbourhood to eat/drink at?
Epok-epok from Sabar Menanti. Teh from Sarabat. Hummus, falafel and pita from Pita Bakery Belado and...rendang from Sari Ratu.
How has Mother Dough evolved in the past year since the pandemic started? What are some of the challenges you’ve faced and how have you overcome them?
The pandemic has helped accelerate the development of our online ordering and delivery service platform. We have also moved to a bigger space in February 2021. With the current economic climate and uncertainty, it sure feels like we are taking a major risk as a small set-up. And this sure adds to the anxiety on top of the periodical safety management measures changes for the different phases.