To carve a jack-o'-lantern this Halloween, you'll need a good pumpkin (of course). Here's where to pick one out in Singapore
Pumpkins are to Halloween what oranges are to Chinese New Year. An Irish tradition that was intended to ward off evil spirits, the carved pumpkin is now a staple Halloween decoration all across the globe. Head to these grocery stores and artisanal markets to get your hands on a good one!
Cold Storage
Every Halloween, Cold Storage – the second-largest supermarket chain in Singapore – gets decked out spooky-cute decorations and offers rows after rows of chocolates and candies. But the main attraction is, of course, their selection of massive pumpkins. Unfortunately, not all Cold Storage outlets will have them; try branches located at Parkway Parade, Takashimaya, and Cluny Court.
Cold Storage, islandwide.
FairPrice
Just like Cold Storage, FairPrice stocks the Halloween fruit, amongst other ghoulish accessories and sweet treats in September/October. Note that not all FairPrice supermarkets – especially those nestled in the heartlands – will offer pumpkins; head to Fair Price Xtra and Fair Price Finest so you won’t make a wasted trip.
FairPrice, islandwide.
PasarBella’s Tangy Tangerines
PasarBella – Singapore’s largest community of traders and merchants – is another of our go-to spot for pumpkins. Swing over to Tang Tangerines where they offer a great selection of freshly grown, certified organic fruit and vegetables. Be sure to call at least a day in advance to order.
Tangy Tangerines, 200 Turf Club Road, Singapore 287994, p. 6219 7917.
Zenxin Agri
Most of Zenxin Agri fresh produce come from Malaysia 3 farms with NASA certification. You can visit them in person to stock up on what looks good that day too – they supply a lot of other stores in Singapore so you might make some savings by going straight to the source.
Zenxin Agri Organic Food, #01-25 Blk 14 Wholesale Centre, Singapore 110014, p. 6779 7839
Market Place by Jasons
Market Place by Jasons is another great grocery store on our list that’s brimming with creepy decorations, costumes, and pumpkins in the month leading up to Halloween. Conveniently located in Orchard Road as well as City Hall, Market Place by Jasons is a great pick for last minute shoppers.
Market Place by Jasons, #B1-01 Raffles City Shopping Centre, 252 North Bridge Road, Singapore 179103 and 290 Orchard Road, Paragon Shopping Centre, Singapore 238859.
Giant
The Wal-Mart of Singapore, this hypermarket has just about everything from fresh produce to canned food, clothes, and even electronics. Pop by any one of their Giant Hyper and stock up on everything from pumpkins to vampire fangs and wigs. The stores are huge so expect to stay awhile if you tend to be easily distracted.
Giant, islandwide.