Urban Jungle Folks

Urban Jungle Folks UJF advocates a healthy and sustainable lifestyle, and are dedicated to creating social change

Volunteer Appreciation Day ❤️So grateful for this kampung — showing up, giving back, growing together 🥳Always better Tog...
01/02/2026

Volunteer Appreciation Day ❤️
So grateful for this kampung — showing up, giving back, growing together 🥳
Always better Together 😎

This is one of those venues where you trust your fork completely.You taste first, ask questions later—because everything...
28/01/2026

This is one of those venues where you trust your fork completely.
You taste first, ask questions later—because everything that lands on a spoon, plate, or bowl somehow has to be delicious… and likely something you won’t find anywhere else.

Highlights that stopped us in our tracks:
• Elephant apple transformed into a bold sambal
• Rukam masam cooked down into a jam, then baked into a tart
• Belimbing turned into a punchy achar
• Torch ginger pesto—spooned over white luffa and a house-made torch ginger focaccia

Each bite feels deeply rooted, thoughtful, and quietly wild.

At Singapore’s botanicals are celebrated with intention—through artisanal teas, sauces, and plates that taste unmistakably of place.
Flavours grown from nature, not trends. 🌿





Just as we were talking about the importance of soil, another one bites the dust.A living Foodacape —years of carefully ...
27/01/2026

Just as we were talking about the importance of soil, another one bites the dust.
A living Foodacape —years of carefully cultivated soil—now bulldozed flat and buried under red earth. Simply heartbreaking.

Open Farm Community was more than a restaurant. It was home to one of Singapore’s early permaculture gardens, a true farm-to-table pioneer that grew its own produce and quietly shaped how many of us understood food, soil, and place.

I’ve led countless urban foraging walks here—tasting, nibbling, learning from the land. This space was a treasure trove of local edibles, stories, and shared memories. To lose it is to lose far more than a farm.

Another reminder that soil is not just dirt.
It is memory. It is life. And once lost, it takes generations to rebuild.





Same seeds. Same start date. Same conditions.Completely different outcome.Time and time again, we advocate for the impor...
27/01/2026

Same seeds. Same start date. Same conditions.
Completely different outcome.

Time and time again, we advocate for the importance of soil—yet some still believe it makes no real difference. Well, the proof is right here.

These were grown using the exact same seeds, started on the same day, under the same environment. The only difference?
Healthy soil vs water-based growing.

The soil-grown plants are visibly stronger, fuller, and more vibrant. They taste better—and very likely carry greater nutrient density with every bite.

Yes, hydroponic systems can “enhance” water with nutrient solutions. But at what cost?
Electric grow lights.
Synthetic nutrient mixes (chemical A & B).
Highly controlled, artificial inputs.

So why not choose what plants have thrived on for millions of years?

Sunlight.
Living soil.
A thriving underground ecosystem that feeds the plant—and ultimately, feeds us.

Soil-grown vegetables aren’t just nostalgic or old-school.
They’re how plants are meant to grow.
And how food is meant to nourish.





It’s always a heartbreaking moment when we lose another urban farm 😢Rain or shine, gardeners gathered to bid farewell to...
26/12/2025

It’s always a heartbreaking moment when we lose another urban farm 😢
Rain or shine, gardeners gathered to bid farewell to a space that holds so many formative memories for many of us.

Before the land—lovingly cultivated over years—is reinstated and eventually bulldozed, we did what we could: carefully preserving parts of its incredible plant collections, carrying them forward into our own gardens so their legacy continues to grow.

A private dining experience we waited two years for — and every moment was worth it.Deep appreciation to the chef for th...
21/12/2025

A private dining experience we waited two years for — and every moment was worth it.

Deep appreciation to the chef for the patience, dedication, and quiet artistry honed over years of practice. From the history behind each pasta to the meticulous process of shaping it by hand, every story shared added another layer of meaning to the meal.

Each dish was not just eaten, but understood — and therefore deeply appreciated.

And to top it all off, one of the loveliest Mediterranean gardens I’ve seen in Singapore — a space that nourishes both plate and soul.

Grateful, inspired, and already dreaming of the next visit.
Here’s hoping we get to dine here much more often… and definitely not after another two-year wait 🤞🏻

When said he’d found a market with unusual herbs and vegetables, I said, “Let’s go!”Next thing I know, I’m squealing ov...
07/12/2025

When said he’d found a market with unusual herbs and vegetables, I said, “Let’s go!”

Next thing I know, I’m squealing over paku fern, wild torch ginger, and mani cai like they’re limited-edition collectibles.

But the real plot twist?
Our “quick market run” became a full-blown Hakka foodie trail featuring:
1. Hakka cai ban — like a cousin of soon kueh but with a satisfyingly chewy skin
2. My all-time love Lei Cha (擂茶)
the Chinese version of nasi ulam, fight me on this 😂
3. Hakka yong tau foo
4. Abacus seeds

And honestly, the only thing better than the food was the company — exploring all this with fellow food nerds who are just as obsessed as I am. Such a pleasure finally meeting .r (still manifesting that thosai workshop!) and the legendary . ❤️

On most days I’m the one making people try random things we walk past… but today turned the tables 😱She handed me this ...
12/11/2025

On most days I’m the one making people try random things we walk past… but today turned the tables 😱

She handed me this mystery pod and said, “Try it!” I had no idea what it was until she said — rain tree! 🌳 One of the most common roadside trees in Singapore!

I peeled back the brown shell and bit into the sticky pulp — sweet and sticky — apparently a childhood treat for some. Who knew our everyday shade tree hides such a tasty little secret? 🌿💚

What makes Orchard meaningful to you—and what could it become?This afternoon, 5 designers of New Orchard share the inspi...
13/09/2025

What makes Orchard meaningful to you—and what could it become?

This afternoon, 5 designers of New Orchard share the inspirations behind their works, reflecting on Orchard’s past and future. Together, they reimagine the city centre as a soulful place for culture and community.

Hear from .sg as they explore how Orchard could evolve into a more ecological landscape. With a deep commitment to regenerative practices, they dream of transforming Orchard into thriving ecosystems — urban spaces that would nourish us while restoring the health of our planet.

They even brought their chickens into town 🐓—a playful but powerful reminder that animals can be part of the solution, showing us how nature and city life can co-exist in harmony. 🌱🌏

This week we had the privilege of being nourished by chefs close to our hearts. 💛 Last night’s much-anticipated dinner a...
07/09/2025

This week we had the privilege of being nourished by chefs close to our hearts. 💛 Last night’s much-anticipated dinner at MJ’s was nothing short of stellar—every dish a thoughtful blend of heritage and modern finesse.

Chef MJ Teoh, formerly at the helm of Native, has always championed Southeast Asian roots, regional flavors, and sustainability. Her cooking embodies nose-to-tail creativity, minimizing waste while maximizing depth and soul.

What makes MJ’s food unforgettable isn’t just the refined techniques—it’s the comfort, nostalgia, and stories woven into every bite. From her mother’s cherished recipes to her own playful reinterpretations, she creates meals that feel like home while inspiring connection at the table.

Who needs steak when vegetables are done this well? The moment we stepped into the restaurant, we were wrapped in a haze...
07/09/2025

Who needs steak when vegetables are done this well?

The moment we stepped into the restaurant, we were wrapped in a haze of smokiness and earthiness — a clever touch from the chef, who uses our humble curry leaves to infuse dishes with an irresistible aroma.

The meats are what one can expect from a steakhouse. But what keeps me coming back is the plant-forward menu, inspired by Chef Jordan Keao’s Hawaiian roots. Every plate was vibrant, soulful, and a true feast for the eyes. 🌺🔥

Butcher’s Block is all about avant-garde wood-fire dining. Helmed by Chef de Cuisine Jordan Keao — who grew up in Hawaii where cooking, fishing, hunting, and farming were everyday life — the restaurant showcases the best produce, seafood, and meats from around the world, elevated by the magic of fire.

When one of our own steps into the kitchen, we show up with full hearts (and hungry stomachs)! Nothing beats gathering a...
30/08/2025

When one of our own steps into the kitchen, we show up with full hearts (and hungry stomachs)! Nothing beats gathering around a table with kindred spirits who share the same love for food and community.

Tonight, we celebrate our fellow gardener — and everyone’s favorite Thai mango sticky rice “peddler” — as he hosts his very first private dining session. 🍚🥭 A beautiful evening of friendship, flavors, and the kind of support that makes this community feel like family.

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