Raising the profile of hawkers through collaborations, incubation programmes

The Sky High Hawker series by restaurant-bar Ce La Vi at Marina Bay Sands. PHOTO: CE LA VI
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SINGAPORE - Working with hawkers is no longer just a one-off event, as more businesses seek longer-term collaborations with them in celebrating heritage food.

Last year saw a boost in such partnerships, which elevated the profile of hawkers, trained the spotlight on their craft and pushed diners to spend more to support them.

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