Seafood

A close-up, focused shot of a pair of weathered hands meticulously crimping the edges of a curry puff on a stainless steel prep table. A bowl of potato filling and a stack of raw dough circles sit nearby. The shallow depth of field emphasizes the tactile, handmade process of crafting traditional Singaporean pastries.

From Empire to Plate: Process-Focused Colonial Photography SG Series

By Aaron Ong - March 13, 2026

The story of Singapore cuisine is impossible to tell without acknowledging its colonial past. As a strategic port for the British Empire, Singapore became a magnet for a diverse range of people and products. From…

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A bustling narrow street in Kampong Glam, Singapore, featuring historic shophouses, red lanterns, and a street food vendor cooking Char Kway Teow.

Maximizing Colonial Heritage: Efficient SG Photography Routes

By Aaron Ong - March 9, 2026

The morning light hits the peeling plaster of a shophouse five-foot way differently than it hits a glass skyscraper. It is softer, more textured, and it seems to carry the weight of history. For a…

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A high-angle shot of a large red chili crab in a white bowl, coated in a thick, eggy tomato gravy. The bright orange-red shell contrasts with the yellow sauce and fresh green herbs, demonstrating high-key lighting that emphasizes the dish's volume.

Chili Crab Confidential: Producing Perfect Pics of Food

By Aaron Ong - January 19, 2026

It arrives like royalty, carried to the table with a sense of occasion. A colossal crab, bathed in a thick, shimmering sauce the color of a fiery sunset. The air around it is fragrant with…

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A whole crab with a brilliant red shell resting on a bed of thick, dark chili sauce, accented by whole red chilies and a fresh green basil garnish on a white plate.

Chili Crab: Singapore’s Sultry Affair Captured in Food Photography

By Aaron Ong - December 26, 2025

It arrives at the table not as a dish, but as an event. A magnificent Sri Lankan mud crab, resplendent in a sea of vibrant, glossy sauce the color of a tropical sunset. Steam rises…

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