The Wet Market

Raye and her friend Teresa from Des Moines decided to do some classic Singapore shopping together. No, this was not a trip to the many department stores and boutiques of Orchard Road. It was an adventure into Little India to do some food shopping in one of the wet markets.
A wet market is where you'll find the freshest fish, seafood, meats, and produce. And yes, the floor is wet. And slippery. Just like some of the things you can buy there.
Raye was shopping for some fresh fish to use in a new recipe that Teresa gave her (along with some personal instruction and assistance). Raye especially appreciated Teresa's help as this was the first time she'd ever attempted making Ikan Percik (Grilled Fish in Spicy Coconut Marinade). In addition to the red snapper, she also bought things like lemongrass, galangal (a kind of ginger), tamarind juice, and gula melaka (palm sugar).
In case you're wondering -- Teresa learned the recipe at one of the many cooking classes in regional recipes that are offered around the city. She, her husband Tim, and their 3 teen-age+ children have been here while Tim was on a 3-month assignment.
The Ikan Percik turned out wonderfully for our 4 dinner guests Friday evening.