Pink Chilli in a Bowl – People, Places, Food

About the Programme

Pink Chilli in a Bowl – People, Places, Food

Pink Chilli in a Bowl is an invitation to the curious explorer to venture beyond the surface of Singapore's urban landscape through 28 constellations. Each constellation–composed of a network of local establishments, architectural landmarks and places of worship—can be described as a sensual voyage, enriched by the art of everyday eateries and a multifaceted street culture. Unveil hidden links between seemingly disparate and diverse spaces that showcase a lesser-known humanistic side of an automated nation.

Discover intriguing hidden gems with speakers Isabelle Der Hagopian and Manuel Der Hagopian as they reveal untold stories behind some of Singapore's individuals, locales and culinary delights.

The programme will be conducted at Programme Room 2, Basement 1 (inside Central Public Library), National Library Building.

About the Speakers

Isabelle Der Hagopian is a Swiss doctor practicing for 25 years between Switzerland and Southeast Asia. Fascinated by Asian street food and culture of cities. she co-authored the famed “Nancy Chandler's Map of Hanoi” in 2010 and is the author of Pink Chilli in a Bowl, a subjective survey on eateries in Singapore. She is currently working on a study on market typologies in Saigon, Vietnam.

Manuel Der Hagopian is a Co-founder and Partner at G8A Architects. He is in charge of operations at the Singapore and Ho Chi Minh offices, and also co-manages the offices in Geneva and Hanoi. In collaboration with international and local institutions, Manuel is contributing to research and education by architectural studios and juries for a diversity of international architectural schools and cultural institutions.

Located at B1 of the National Library Building, the Central Public Library is home to the Children’s Biodiversity Library by S.E.A. Aquarium. The library also offers content on Singapore culture, literature and sustainability.

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