Jay Chou Makes a Surprise Stop at a Local Bah Kut Teh Café
On Saturday, August 25, the legendary Mandopop star Jay Chou slipped into a little‑known breakfast spot in Balestier, Singapore. The 39‑year‑old idol is said to be a fan‑favorite of Founder Bah Kut Teh Cafeteria, where he often drops by when he’s in town.
The Unexpected Birthday Bash
- Founder Mr. Chua Chwee Huatt posted a photo that day of him alongside Chou, both grinning in a restaurant setting.
- The caption, in Chinese, praised the café for hosting the pop‑icon on the occasion of Mr. Chua’s 73rd birthday.
- Mr. Chua’s son, Nigel Chua (44), runs the café with his dad. He remembered that Chou arrived after 2 pm, accompanied by two friends and a bodyguard, and stayed for roughly 35 minutes.
- The A‑list’s wife, Hannah Quinlivan, wasn’t part of the lunchtime lot.
“My father treated them to lunch for this milestone,” Nigel told reporters. He added that Chou is a frequent patron—once, famously, buying bah kut teh five times in three days when the singer was on tour.
From a Big Tour to a Quick Stop
Just a day before, Chou was in Qingdao, China, wrapping up a set for the The Invincible world tour. He’d packed his bags and hopped onto a private plane—obviously, Singapore was next on the itinerary.
And why Singapore? The pop‑star’s own street‑wear line, Phantaci, opened a store in Kuala Lumpur that same weekend. Chou hinted on Instagram (no links provided) that he’d swing by there after the launch. While the reason behind the Singapore detour remains a mystery, fans are going to say it’s a mix of culinary cravings and love for a good old fashioned bah kut teh.
What’s Next for Jay?
After a sold‑out concert at Singapore’s National Stadium earlier this year, Chou’s next big gig is slated for the Formula 1 2018 Singapore Grand Prix. He’s one of the headline acts for that high‑octane event.
So next time you head to Balestier, keep an eye on the café—maybe even bring a cup of bah kut teh in the hopes of spotting the Mandopop king again.
