Heng Gi Goose & Duck Rice

The famous Tekka Market stalwart has been serving up stellar plates of Teochew-style braised duck (from $4) for well over 60 years. Now, at the second outlet, the standard remains fairly consistent. Expect lean yet succulent braised duck that is first cooked in hot water before the braising process to ensure its tenderness. Then there's the inimitable braised sauce – light in consistency and yet robust with infused flavours of garlic, ginger and over 10 other herbs. Drizzled over fluffy rice, this is one dish worth queuing for. "The stall opens at 8am daily but we're here since 4am doing the prep, making sure we don't skimp on ingredients to maintain the original flavour of Heng Gi," shares owner Mr Alvin Gwey Soon Lim.