HarrisY1 Posted February 9, 2023 Share Posted February 9, 2023 2 minutes ago, Huat Zai said: Kacang Puteh Stall Outside Peace Centre Closes Permanently Due To Poor Business Touted as the last of its kind in Singapore, the old-school kacang puteh stall outside Peace Centre has received its fair share of news coverage. Source: Andromeda Godit on Facebook But that apparently hasn’t been enough to keep the business afloat. Owner Mr Amirthaalangaram Moorthy has recently closed the stall for good, bringing over 50 years of history to an end. Peace Centre kacang puteh seller struggling to keep business going News of the stall’s closure first surfaced on the Singapore Atrium Sale Facebook page sometime after 12pm on Tuesday (7 Feb). A check on Google shows that the famous Kacang Puteh Seller in Selegie is “permanently closed”. Source: Google Hoping to confirm the information, MS News reached out to Mr Moorthy for further details. He told us that apart from being unable to afford the rent, consistently poor sales played a part in his decision. Daily earnings fell by up to 25% Speaking to MS News, Mr Moorthy shared that before the Covid-19 pandemic, he was able to make between S$300 and S$400 in a day. Then the pandemic restrictions kicked in and he had to close his stall for two months in 2020. Even when the measures eased, Mr Moorthy saw a significant drop in footfall as most workers in the area worked from home, reported 8days.sg. Source: Alan KY on Facebook For the next two years, his business suffered. He noted a substantial drop in earnings, as he would take in only S$100 in a day. With rental prices still at S$600, Mr Moorthy struggled to make ends meet. At one point, he claimed that he still had to pay rent even when he spent three months in India to visit a hospital there. It’s unclear what the purpose for his visit was, but Mr Moorthy told MS News that he’s okay now. He apparently isn’t the only one closing shop at Peace Centre, as the kacang puteh seller revealed that many other renters are moving out too. While he didn’t disclose the reason for their departure, one can only assume it comes after the sale of Peace Centre in 2021 for S$650 million. Reports stated that there are plans to turn the site into a mixed-use development. The end of a stall with a rich history According to Yahoo News Singapore, Mr Moorthy’s grandfather first set up the kacang puteh business in a kampung in Hougang sometime in the 1960s. He then passed the business down to his son, who subsequently passed it down to Mr Moorthy, who took the reigns in 2014. With over 50 years of history, one can only imagine the heartbreak the owner must feel to have to bring things to a close. To this, Mr Moorthy could only utter, No choice, better to work other jobs. Accepts fate but hopes for support for remaining business Although customers will no longer be able to find Mr Moorthy and his stall at their usual spot anymore, his famous kacang puteh and other products aren’t gone forever. Mr Moorthy is still peddling his wares at events and functions, so anyone who’d like to engage his services can simply call him at 9740 6070. Hopefully, he’ll continue to receive support from those who enjoy the snacks he serves. Who knows, the stall could make a comeback one day, even if it’s at a different location. https://mustsharenews.com/kacang-puteh-peace-centre/ Jin emose... ani kgk noe y? 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HarrisY1 Posted February 9, 2023 Share Posted February 9, 2023 2 minutes ago, ManOfTheHour said: Mutton. Chicken sold out before 11am lol $8. Thanks What you having? Golen Mao hocker which stall Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
noobmaster Posted February 9, 2023 Share Posted February 9, 2023 2 minutes ago, HarrisY1 said: Why not say Punggol hocker instead? jkg max sia Ddr slum lover wahaha 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The_King Posted February 9, 2023 Share Posted February 9, 2023 12 minutes ago, ManOfTheHour said: Lunch kym? @noobmaster @classyNfabulous @The_King @HarrisY1 gps kym? BKY. only 1 meat 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The_King Posted February 9, 2023 Share Posted February 9, 2023 9 minutes ago, HarrisY1 said: Jiak zhop n beo nice aunty pg js whhh hahaaha i saw it again Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ManOfTheHour Posted February 9, 2023 Share Posted February 9, 2023 1 minute ago, The_King said: Koothurar Nasi Briyani 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ManOfTheHour Posted February 9, 2023 Share Posted February 9, 2023 1 minute ago, The_King said: hahaaha i saw it again Peanuts aka small brown poop? 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ManOfTheHour Posted February 9, 2023 Share Posted February 9, 2023 2 minutes ago, HarrisY1 said: Golen Mao hocker which stall Not at the food centre at the nearest block 17 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HarrisY1 Posted February 9, 2023 Share Posted February 9, 2023 3 minutes ago, noobmaster said: Ddr slum lover wahaha It's actually Canberra hocker whhh https://www.straitstimes.com/singapore/community/800-seat-hawker-centre-indoor-sports-hall-to-open-at-bukit-canberra-from-third-quarter-2022 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ManOfTheHour Posted February 9, 2023 Share Posted February 9, 2023 3 minutes ago, The_King said: BKY. only 1 meat All the rest sold out 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HarrisY1 Posted February 9, 2023 Share Posted February 9, 2023 3 minutes ago, The_King said: hahaaha i saw it again Dis hocker de toilet quite clean No unflushed sai for chiu to pick up to jiak whhh 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Huat Zai Posted February 9, 2023 Share Posted February 9, 2023 3 minutes ago, HarrisY1 said: Jin emose... ani kgk noe y? Quote While he didn’t disclose the reason for their departure, one can only assume it comes after the sale of Peace Centre in 2021 for S$650 million. Reports stated that there are plans to turn the site into a mixed-use development. My guess will be that they refuse to rent an open space at the side of the walkway for him. Small business like that won't be able to afford a proper storefront. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The_King Posted February 9, 2023 Share Posted February 9, 2023 3 minutes ago, ManOfTheHour said: Peanuts aka small brown poop? ya. he love peanut a lot Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HarrisY1 Posted February 9, 2023 Share Posted February 9, 2023 1 minute ago, Huat Zai said: My guess will be that they refuse to rent an open space at the side of the walkway for him. Small business like that won't be able to afford a proper storefront. 6 minutes ago, HarrisY1 said: Jin emose... ani kgk noe y? whhh jkg Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The_King Posted February 9, 2023 Share Posted February 9, 2023 2 minutes ago, ManOfTheHour said: All the rest sold out sad, eat until jin cham Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ManOfTheHour Posted February 9, 2023 Share Posted February 9, 2023 Just now, The_King said: sad, eat until jin cham 1 or 2 ppl sian they Q then no more chicken lol. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HarrisY1 Posted February 9, 2023 Share Posted February 9, 2023 2 hours ago, noobmaster said: I think I need to change my pants soon 2 hours ago, ManOfTheHour said: @HarrisY1 @noobmaster kym? @noobmaster wanna take over presidency of Moonie Fan Crub from @Homelander? 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chestnut Posted February 9, 2023 Share Posted February 9, 2023 25 minutes ago, ManOfTheHour said: Why no see doctor I rest abit more and then see how 1 Shalala lala la la ~ 🌠 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
noobmaster Posted February 9, 2023 Share Posted February 9, 2023 4 minutes ago, HarrisY1 said: @noobmaster wanna take over presidency of Moonie Fan Crub from @Homelander? Hahaha ddr chinny lover 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ManOfTheHour Posted February 9, 2023 Share Posted February 9, 2023 1 minute ago, Chestnut said: I rest abit more and then see how You been having headache for days now. I think you need more than rest Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HarrisY1 Posted February 9, 2023 Share Posted February 9, 2023 1 minute ago, noobmaster said: Hahaha ddr chinny lover whhh chiu wanna fight election wif @Homelander for the presidency boh? 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
classyNfabulous Posted February 9, 2023 Share Posted February 9, 2023 16 minutes ago, ManOfTheHour said: Mutton. Chicken sold out before 11am lol $8. Thanks What you having? $8 quite ok for big piece of mutton. fwaaa chix sold out b4 11am, must be jhj waitg for my food to be served. post later 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ManOfTheHour Posted February 9, 2023 Share Posted February 9, 2023 1 minute ago, classyNfabulous said: $8 quite ok for big piece of mutton. fwaaa chix sold out b4 11am, must be jhj waitg for my food to be served. post later Have bone in the middle. But yah compared to most shops, price is ok this shop very famous. I only went cos short Q so i took the rare opportunity 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
noobmaster Posted February 9, 2023 Share Posted February 9, 2023 3 minutes ago, classyNfabulous said: $8 quite ok for big piece of mutton. fwaaa chix sold out b4 11am, must be jhj waitg for my food to be served. post later Wru? Maybe I passed by you also 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
classyNfabulous Posted February 9, 2023 Share Posted February 9, 2023 famished 1 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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