{"id":30467,"date":"2021-08-17T16:58:53","date_gmt":"2021-08-17T08:58:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.you.co\/sg\/?p=30467"},"modified":"2021-08-17T17:00:02","modified_gmt":"2021-08-17T09:00:02","slug":"taobao-supermarket-singapore-kunhai-store","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.you.co\/sg\/blog\/taobao-supermarket-singapore-kunhai-store\/","title":{"rendered":"Taobao Supermarket In Singapore: 11 Must-Try Snacks & Drinks From Kunhai Flagship Store @ Taobao"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Tired of the same old junk you\u2019ve been feeding your belly? It\u2019s time to take your tastebuds on a trip! Pop by Chinatown for some perusing at Kunhai\u2019s newest grocery import \u2014 there\u2019s Salted Egg Instant Noodles, Roasted Fish Flavoured Chips, Cha Pai Peach Oolong Tea, Wang Lao Ji Beer and more!<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Home to some of the earth\u2019s most breathtaking landscapes like Yunnan\u2019s Tiger Leaping Gorge and the Four Sisters Mountain, China also happens to be the birthplace of giant pandas and, of course, one of its greatest exports \u2014 Taobao. It\u2019s no secret that you can get anything and everything you need and more at this mega e-commerce platform (if you need a full rundown, here\u2019s our ultimate guide<\/a>), but did you know that Taobao has finally transcended the web? Yes, you read that right!<\/em> Taking up a brick-and-mortar form in the heart of Chinatown, the Taobao supermarket is now open for business at People\u2019s Park Complex. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

You can expect all of your favourite Chinese snacks<\/a> (hotpot soup bases included) and drinks stocked on the aisles here, with new additions being shelved weekly. So, whether you\u2019re homesick for Chinese delicacies <\/a>or just aching for an oriental adventure, you\u2019re in for a treat! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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11 Must-tries From Taobao Supermarket:<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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1. Genki Forest White Peach Sparkling Water<\/a>
2. Cha Pai Peach Oolong Tea<\/a>
3. Xiang Piao Piao Black Tea Milk Tea<\/a>
4. Wang Lao Ji Beer <\/a>
5. HONlife Chia Seed Cereal Strawberry and Cranberry Fruit Granola <\/a>
6. Spicy Fish Balls <\/a>
7. Jin Zai Dried Ikan Bilis<\/a>
8. Devil Chips<\/a>
9. Lay\u2019s: Roasted Fish & Garlic Oyster Flavours<\/a>
10. Salted Egg Instant Noodles<\/a>
11. Braised Pork Ribs Instant Noodles <\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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1. Genki Forest White Peach Sparkling Water<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Zero fat, zero sugar and<\/em> zero calories? Yes, please! This bubbly beverage is a godsend, especially in this humid always-summer Singaporean heat. In case peach isn\u2019t your thing, there\u2019s also a citrusy calamondin flavour that we loved, a yoghurt one, a refreshing cucumber option, as well as plum juice. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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They come in a bottle too. Best served cold! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Price: <\/strong>S$1.50<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Find it on Taobao <\/em>here<\/em><\/a> for 12 bottles for \u00a572 (~S$15.10).<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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2. Cha Pai Peach Oolong Tea<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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You might recognise this bottled drink from bulk listings on Carousell and Shopee. Promptly rising to fame after an endorsement by BIGBANG and even G-Dragon, this Chinese tea concoction by Nongfu Spring has achieved celebrity status thereafter. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Think light and fruity yet somehow creamy, Cha Pai\u2019s tea comes in a myriad of other flavours as well such as Grapefruit Jasmine and Lemon Tea. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Price: <\/strong>S$1.15<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Find it on Taobao <\/em>here<\/em><\/a> for 15 bottles for \u00a564.9 (~S$13.60).<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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3. Xiang Piao Piao Black Tea Milk Tea<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Simply peel off that foil and pretend you\u2019re huddled under one of those drink stands in the dead of winter on a street in Shanghai. If you\u2019re wondering about its flavour profile: it\u2019s sweet and roasty, pretty reminiscent of a Nescafe coffee beverage. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Price: <\/strong>S$2.50<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Find it on Taobao <\/em>here<\/em><\/a> for 8 cups for \u00a555 (~S$11.50).<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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4. Wang Lao Ji Beer<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Known for their herbal teas, Wang Lao Ji has now expanded their range into the beer arena. This one\u2019s a lager with an impressive list of notes \u2014 there was orange peel on the nose, with a hint of honeysuckle and liquorice. We didn\u2019t quite get the coriander but weren’t at all surprised at the presence of chrysanthemum. With an ABV of just 3.2, we say it\u2019s a refreshing drink perfect for a hot day!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Price: <\/strong>From S$2.80<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Find it on Taobao <\/em>here<\/em><\/a> for 12 cans for \u00a5144 (~S$30.20).<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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5. HONlife Chia Seed Cereal Strawberry and Cranberry Fruit Granola<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Colourful, yummy and nutritious \u2014 this cereal pack from the supermarket was definitely a surprise favourite for the team. We loved the not-too-sweet chia cereal granola combi that contained oatmeal, japonica rice, coconut flakes, almond chips, pumpkin seeds, raisins, and cranberries. Not to mention, the generous portion of freeze-dried ingredients added in there: strawberry slices, purple potato, banana and apple! Just pour in some milk of your choice and dig in. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Price: <\/strong>S$7.20<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Find it on Taobao <\/em>here<\/em><\/a> for \u00a549.90 (~S$10.50).<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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6. Spicy Fish Balls<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Remember those curry fish balls from the night market that you\u2019ll find skewered up and over a coal grill? Now you can get them, individually packed and ready for consumption! Sealed up in all that glorious juice, it actually tasted better than we anticipated. I would, however, suggest heating them up in the microwave for a better gastronomical experience!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Price: <\/strong>S$2.50<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Find it on Taobao <\/em>here<\/em><\/a> for \u00a515.80 (~S$3.30).<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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7. Jin Zai Dried Ikan Bilis<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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You know the side of anchovies that you get at Korean restaurants? Yep, this was exactly like that! Perfect for moments when you\u2019re feeling a little peckish and craving something fishy \u2014 no need to go through the trouble of digging out your can opener. This one\u2019s an ease to open and eat in all its processed glory. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Price: <\/strong>S$1.30<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Find it on Taobao <\/em>here<\/em><\/a> for \u00a59.60 (~S$2).<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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8. Devil Chips<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Actually excellent when paired with the above packeted ikan bilis, these Devil chips provide a numbing sensation that balances out the saltiness from the fish thanks to its generous use of peppercorn. Unlike what you\u2019d expect, these chips aren\u2019t at all spicy. Rather, it was crunchy and a little sweet, with a lick of tang at the end. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Price: <\/strong>S$2.20<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Find it on Taobao <\/em>here<\/em><\/a> for \u00a58.80 (~S$1.90).<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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9. Lay\u2019s: Roasted Fish & Garlic Oyster Flavours<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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If you could effectively snack your way around the world, Lay\u2019s would probably be your best bet. As part of its summer collection, Lay\u2019s China has pushed out a bunch of unique flavours for the market to try. While there were a bunch of intriguing flavours, like beer, cucumber and mutton skewers, we opted for the weirdest ones: Roasted Fish and Garlic Oyster.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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And hey! They weren\u2019t bad at all. Fans of garlic would adore the latter, whilst those feeling apprehensive about any strong fish smells can go ahead and try the former. Strong flavours from the Roasted Fish-flavoured chips seem to be reminiscent of mala hotpot. Whew.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Price: <\/strong>From S$1.65<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Find it on Taobao <\/em>here<\/em><\/a> for 16 packs for \u00a549.90 (~S$10.50).<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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10. Salted Egg Instant Noodles<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Designed to be eaten dry, these noodles come packed neatly in a separate bag for ease of setting it aside whilst you get all the other ingredients mixed and ready. Once you’ve cooked the noodles in boiling water, strain it dry before dumping it back in with the sauces for a filling and tasty hot meal on-the-go.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Price: <\/strong>S$1.50<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Find it on Taobao <\/em>here<\/em><\/a> for a pack of 10 for \u00a552.90 (~S$11.10).<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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11. Braised Pork Ribs Instant Noodles<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Of the two instant noodles, this one was my personal favourite. Not only did it have actual bits of braised pork in there, but the soup was also surprisingly full-bodied and flavourful. We recommend this for cold days in the office when you\u2019re craving something comforting and umami-licious. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Price: <\/strong>S$1.40<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Find it on Taobao <\/em>here<\/em><\/a> for a pack of 12 for \u00a541.90 (~S$8.80).<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Taobao To Singapore, Please<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Kunhai Flagship Store @ Taobao<\/strong>
Address:<\/strong> People\u2019s Park Complex, 1 Park Road #01-83, Singapore 059108
Opening Hours:<\/strong> 9:30AM – 10:30PM daily<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Grab a basket and fill it up with more fantastic Chinese snacks and beverages to share with your loved ones at home or at work, the next time you\u2019re in the neighbourhood.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

When you shop at the Taobao Supermarket or on Taobao, don\u2019t forget to check out with your YouTrip Card<\/strong><\/a>. If you still haven\u2019t gotten your free YouTrip card, use our special promo code <TAOBAO5<\/strong><\/a>> to sign up and receive a free S$5 in your account! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For more great Taobao guides like this, subscribe to our free monthly newsletter \u2018The Taobao Insider\u2019<\/a>, for the latest Taobao news, guides, and shopping inspirations delivered right to your inbox! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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