Guide to Raikan Cahaya Ramadan 2023: what to eat and drink

You probably saw them first on Tiktok or Instagram and these highly photogenic halal eats are not camera shy at all. Feast your eyes on Yodaebak's sushi bakes that come in a plethora of variations – think mentaiko beef sukiyaki, spicy basil chicken, spicy tuna and even unagi, though it is the spicy salmon mentaiko ($12) that will leave you wanting more. There are also fully loaded Philly cheesesteaks (from $9.90) from MeatMyMeat and Picanhas. For dainty sweet treats, Poffertjes, Dutch baby pancakes, are flying off the skillets at Alley where generous toppings of Biscoff, Nutella and kaya are showcased. Or check out Loco Loco, a fusion churros stall with quirky churro flavours such as ondeh ondeh and chilli crab.

The open-fire grills take you back to the bazaar of the 60s. Hear the hiss from burning charcoals and the sizzling of meats at the mouth of Pahang Street, and try not to salivate at the meaty aroma. Get your juicy satay and BBQ chicken wings (from $2) from Ahmad Spring or smoked beef briskets (from $10) from Big Paw Paws. At Banh Banh, it is imperative to take on the Sakaliao ($15, as pictured). Dreamt up by the amiable chef Bob, he first lathers the baguette with ghee and toasts it over the binchotan grill. Then, it is royally stuffed with tender grilled lamb slices, succulent chicken meatballs, a slab of otah, fresh herbs and a choice of either green Thai chilli or spicy chinchalok. The result? A lip-smacking big boy sandwich that hits you with sweet, spice, and everything nice.

This lot needs no introduction – each bite delivers a sense of nostalgia that keeps you going back for more. Break fast with mouthwatering rojak by the Ministry of Rojak followed by hearty platters of nasi ambeng from Padi. Meat lovers can check out the classic grilled meats from Pedot Lamb Grill and T Bob Corner for a variety of grilled lamb, meatballs, ribs, and BBQ seafood. Fried snacks like lekor, Ramly burger and goreng pisang are abundant in the lively stretch if you're still feeling peckish.