“One disadvantage of being part of a running group is that it ’s community-led. There are no taxes; we’re all participants. At the resting place, we’ll share food and other supplies. We help each other and share our experiences, ” he said.
“We promote tips on preventing injury. We suggest nice boots and where to find them for less money. We train for tribes up. We encourage carpooling if there’s place in someone’s vehicles. … It’s truly entertaining. ”
As for Ang, the UAE’s metropolitan hub of activity has allowed him to show his Peranakan personality, which furthermore serves as a marketing tool.
In 2021, he and his family established Rumah Peranakan, a private dinner knowledge. The couple may connect with fellow residents by opening up their kitchen area to visitors from all walks of life and across countries.
“Being Singaporean, particularly Peranakan, we’re quite into meals. … You tell the stories about Peranakans through food, ” he said. “ I get to meet new people, learn new nations from them.
“Importantly, I make new friends. And some of my new acquaintances turn into company. ”