The day before the family arrived I helped Trevor with the organising of his container arrival and during one of our chats asked him where he was getting his Singapore exploration information from. He promptly hauled out a book called Fun Singapore available from the 7-Eleven shops. I got myself a copy the same day and it is really a great guide for Singapore destinations and has been used extensively over the past two weeks. Great for Expats, Visitors and anyone looking for comprehensive information and not just the normal touristy stuff. Get one. I digress.
One of the places we did visit is the Jurong Frog Farm in the Kranji Countryside. I have always resisted the temptation to actually eat some frog legs as a result of a picture I saw many years back and just always come to mind when I have the urge.
This time was going to be different. We did the strolling around checking the American Bullfrogs in the growing cages and then headed to the Royal Frog Shop. Me and the wife decided to order a helping of crispy deep fried frog and give it a go. The guy behind the counter recognised my accent and he actually grew up in Kimberley. He personally prepared the little delicacy and served it with some encouragement in a very appropriate plate as you can see.
And now I have some very bad news for all you frogs out there. It is absolutely delicious and taste like chicken with a fish like texture. Yummie, served with a little sweet and sour dipping sauce. No longer will the picture save you little fellows tugging in on some legs. Bring it on I say.
The farm is worth a visit if just for some broadening of your horizons and have a nice little restaurant where the food is freshly prepared and served on the terrace.
The Kranji Countryside Express is a daily shuttle (including public holidays) from the Kranji MRT Station to fifteen participation farms in the area. You can visit organic vegetable, fish, frog and herb farms as part of the route.
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