Dim Sum and Durian

The durian ( /ˈdjʊriən/)^[2] is the fruit of several tree species belonging to the genus Durio and the Malvaceae family^[1][3] (although some taxonomists place Durio in a distinct family, Durionaceae^[1]). Widely known and revered in southeast Asia as the "king of fruits", the durian is distinctive for its large size, unique odour, and formidable thorn-covered husk. The fruit can grow as large as 30 centimetres (12 in) long and 15 centimetres (6 in) in diameter, and it typically weighs one to three kilograms (2 to 7 lb). Its shape ranges from oblong to round, the colour of its husk green to brown, and its flesh pale yellow to red, depending on the species.

The edible flesh emits a distinctive odour, strong and penetrating even when the husk is intact. Some people regard the durian as fragrant; others find the aroma overpowering and offensive. The smell evokes reactions from deep appreciation to intense disgust, and has been described variously as almonds, rotten onions, turpentine and gym socks. The odour has led to the fruit's banishment from certain hotels and public transportation in southeast Asia

Dominion students experiencing the culture of Singapore

Yama Ghani bravely addressed over 3,000 students at Hwa Chong Institute early Tuesday morning.  Yama communicated that he is very happy to be in Singapore and has been enjoying the culture, most notably, “the food.”  Yama and Ciara Thomas, Jennifer Morris, Nick Sysak, and Thaddeus Thomas have spent time hanging out with their Singaporean counterparts on the beautiful campus of Hwa Chong in order  to catch a glimpse of the Singaporean educational system. They have also visited Chinatown, where Chinese immigrants experienced harsh living conditions while building the infrastructure of the country . Soon after, students took a trip to a Hindu temple in Little India and learned the story of the Indian god, Ganesh.   Right outside of the temple, they ate at one of the famous hawker stations that Anthony Bourdain had visited during his last trip to this Asian food paradise.  The students wrapped up the tour visiting a famous Singaporean mosque and sipping delicious “pulled tea” at a cafe on Arab street.