Aaron Ong

Golden Hour Food Photography: Mastering Natural Light with Laksa

By Aaron Ong - September 26, 2025

Picture a bowl of fiery laksa, its surface shimmering with a glossy glow as aromatic steam curls into the air. For food photographers, that sense of warmth and shine is a magical moment to capture-a…

The Slow Seduction: Hainanese Chicken Rice

By Aaron Ong - September 22, 2025

Before you even take a bite, a plate of Hainanese chicken rice beckons with its glossy, tender chopped chicken cut, silky chicken skin, and a mound of glistening, chicken fat-infused rice. The delicate fragrance of…

Flame & Smoke: The Essence of The Best Satay in Singapore

By Aaron Ong - September 20, 2025

Satay in Singapore comes mainly in two styles: Malay-style satay and Hainanese-style satay. Malay-style satay features a fragrant marinade with spices like turmeric, coriander, cumin, and lemongrass, delivering rich flavour and savoury depth to the…