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When there’s a will there’s a way.
And certainly, for Singaporeans, nothing gets in the way of our love of food, even if it’s food from the other side of the Causeway.
Brenda Tan, 42, is proof of that. Thanks to Covid-19 and the Singapore-Malaysia borders closed for leisure travel for the rest of the year, Tan looked for other means to obtain the banana cake from Hiap Joo of Johor Bahru that is much loved in her family.
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Speaking to 8 Days, he shared that he found a food importer who ties in with Hiap Joo and was able to bring the cakes.
He then decided to open orders to other Singaporeans on Instagram (@pioneergroupbuy).
A box of ten slices costs $ 10 each. Buy two or more and it comes down to $ 8 per box. Of course, this is more expensive than what the bakery sells it for: RM9.60 (S $ 3.16), but it is a small price to pay for something you have been longing for, Right?
Another problem is that you will have to pick it up at Tan’s house at Pioneer (hence the name of his Instagram account) or at the Pioneer MRT station. Otherwise, delivery costs more than $ 8 per location.
And Tan didn’t just stop at Hiap Joo’s banana cake. On your Instagram account, you will find other Malaysian delicacies from pre-order.
However, if you’re willing to jump on it for your banana pie filling and other Malaysian delicacies, you’ll have to wait a bit longer.
As more Singaporeans have learned of their group’s purchases, as of noon today (September 3), all of their order slots have been filled.
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Citing “overwhelming interest,” Tan wrote that there will be future group purchase dates and articles to share on Instagram in the future.
For now, these are some of the other Malaysian foods Tan has shared that you can order through Pioneer Group Buy.
Kam Long Ah Zai Frozen Fish Head Curry
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The popular restaurant near the Johor Bahru checkpoint always has a line for their fish head curry. While having it freshly made and served in front of you is no longer an option now, you can get your own fresh fish head and replicate it at home. Each 1.5 kg package costs $ 16.
Tau sar piah by Tong Huat
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A gift many consider a must-buy when in Kluang, Johor. Each stuffed mung bean dough is made by hand, and the bakery often sees long lines.
If you’re on the lookout for any of these goodies from across the Calzada, Tan’s Pioneer Group Buy might be your best bet for now, that’s when you open orders again.
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