Talks & Workshops

AT SG | Re:Make Seal Carving with a Creative Spin – Live Demonstration with Baisimu

31 May • 02:00pm

Join self-taught artist Jean as she shares her journey in stone seal carving, blending traditional techniques with modern inspirations. Discover the history of Chinese seals, watch a live carving demo, and create your own stamped bookmark in this interactive experience.

AT SG | Re:Make Peranakan Heritage in the Modern World – Beadwork Workshop with ManekNya

31 May • 11:00am

Discover Peranakan culture and ManekNya’s modern beading approach. Create your own beaded artwork inspired by iconic Singapore symbols like the orchid and Singapore Flyer, blending tradition with creativity in this hands-on workshop.

新加坡太极拳的历史文化与发展 The History and Development of Tai Chi in Singapore

31 May • 11:00am

讲座分享太极拳在新加坡的历史，变化，发展和近况，挑战和机遇。

The talk will explore the development of Taiji in Singapore, from its historical roots and evolution to its present-day practice, while exploring the challenges and opportunities that shape its future.

Treasures of Indian Cuisine

4, 10 - 11, 17 - 18, 24 - 25 May • 06:00pm

Learn about Indian gastronomical heritage alongside a 5 course tasting menu, taking the diner through a vivid journey of the true treasures of Indian cuisine by using age old cooking techniques and ingredients.

The Nanyang Chronicles: A Journey Through Time

1 - 25 May • 09:00am

1 - 25 May • 01:00pm

1 - 25 May • 05:00pm

Discover the timeless flavours that have defined our cultural identity as we bring together food and heritage. Learn the traditional methods behind Kopi and Teh Tarik; make Kaya and Pandan Chiffon Cake from scratch; and prepare a traditionally Singaporean breakfast.

Personalise Your Own Egg Tart Workshop

18, 25 May • 04:00pm

Craft your unique egg tart with Tong Heng, blending 80 years of traditional pastry-making with innovative personal touches.

ArClab: Shanghai Plaster Workshop

17 - 18, 24 - 25 May • 10:30am

17 - 18, 24 - 25 May • 03:30pm

Try your hand at Shanghai Plastering—a distinctive, marble-like finish once popular in Singapore homes and buildings.

Pulau Brani: A Maritime Legacy Through Taste (Culinary Workshop)

25 May • 10:00am

25 May • 03:00pm

Embark on a culinary voyage through Pulau Brani's rich maritime heritage. Experience cherished island recipes as former residents share their seafaring stories, guiding you in crafting authentic dishes that echo generations of tradition.

Sweet Hainanese Endings with Yong, The Urbanist Singapore

25 May • 03:00pm

Savour the evolving flavours of Hainanese culinary heritage through iconic desserts and personal stories at Margaret Drive Marketplace.

Sweet Memories (our grandfather stories of gula melaka)

24 - 25 May • 12:00pm

24 - 25 May • 03:00pm

This project employs gula melaka as a guide in telling compelling stories about diversity, origins, food cultures and shared fates of Southeast Asia and its people.