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SINGAPORE DINING

Recent figures say Singapore has over 2,000 eating establishments, so you'll never be at a loss for a place to go. In this singapore & malaysia websection, I'll begin by providing an overview of the main types of traditional cuisine to help you decide, and also list those signature dishes that each style has contributed to the "local cuisine," dishes that have crossed cultures to become timehonored favorites-the Singaporean equivalent to bangers and mash or burgers and fries. These suggestions are especially helpful when navigating the endless choices at hawker centers.

The restaurants I've chosen for review in this singapore & malaysia websection offer a crosscut of cuisine and price range, and were selected for superb quality or authenticity of dishes. Some were selected for the sheer experience, whether it's a stunning view or just plain old fun. Beyond this list, you're sure to discover favorites of your own without having to look too far.

A good place to start is right in your hotel. Many of Singapore's best restaurants are in its hotels, whether they're run by the hotel itself or operated by outfits just renting the space. Hotels generally offer a wide variety of cuisine, and coffee shops almost always have Western selections. Shopping malls have everything from food courts with local fast food to midpriced and upmarket establishments. Western fast-food outlets are always easy to find-McDonald's burgers, Dunkin' Donuts, or Starbucks coffee-but if you want something a little more local, you'll find coffee shops (called kopitiam) and small home-cookin' mom-and-pop joints down every back street. Then there are hawker centers, where, under one roof, the meal choices go on and on.

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