Our Heritage
1956 - Humble Beginnings
Old Chang Kee has its humble beginnings in 1956 in a small stall in a coffee shop near the then Rex Cinema along Mackenzie Road. People from every corner of Singapore would travel to this stall to savor the perfect curry puff,
then known affectionately as the "Rex Curry Puff".
Singaporeans have fond memories of the pleasure of every bite of the puff. They loved the delicious puff, painstakingly made and stuffed with a slice of egg, curry potato
and chicken, all fried with specially selected spices and herbs. The unmistaken aroma of Old Chang Kee curry puff has since won the hearts of many Singaporeans, both young and old.
1986 - The "New" Beginning
In 1986, Mr. Han Keen Juan made a pivotal decision that was to change his life as well as the food scene in Singapore. He traded a comfortable job with an established MNC for the hot and greasy kitchen of Old Chang Kee. With whatever
savings he had, he bought over the control of the Old Chang Kee business. And he had only one goal in mind - to transform Old Chang Kee into a successful business.
Rapid Growth
With a clear vision, Mr. Han quickly set about modernizing and re-engineering the business. He moved the production of the curry puffs from a small corner in a coffee shop to a slightly larger premise in Ubi. New systems were implemented
and critical steps were taken to ensure consistency in the quality of the products. He knew that to bring the business into the big league, he needed to continuously upgrade the production facility. In his true entrepreneur spirit,
he later took another major decision. He invested in a 20,000 sq. feet modern production facility in Woodlands.
Aggressive programmes were launched to grow Old Chang Kee into a leading brand of curry puffs and hot savouries.
Mr. Han's efforts did not go unnoticed. He was awarded the Entrepreneur of the Year award in 1992 and Newsweek and the now defunct Asia Magazine named him as a man to watch.
Evolving with Consumer Trends
Having brought Old Chang Kee to where it was, Mr. Han realized then that he needed someone to help him to bring the business to another level. Mr. William Lim, a graduate of an Australian university, was brought into the company. Fresh
ideas and innovative marketing strategies, in sync with changing consumer trends, were implemented.
Old Chang Kee has since evolved. It now specializes in the manufacture and sales of a wide range of very affordable high
quality food products including the signature curry puff. Production is carried out in a modern factory and high-end technology and stringent quality control measures ensure that the exacting standard, that is synonymous with the
Old Chang Kee brand, is consistently achieved. All production processes and facilities are certified to have met HACCP and Halal standards.
Old Chang Kee now markets its range of snack products, including its signature curry
puffs, through kiosks along the road and retail outlets at petrol kiosks and shopping malls.
Old Chang Kee was admitted to the Official List of the Catalist in 2008. The U.S based Travel & Leisure Magazine announced
in May 2012 that Old Chang Kee was selected as one of the world's 20 best fast food chains. We were the only brand from Singapore to have the honour of being included in the list.
Our Awards & Certifications
Influential Brand Awards
Influential Brands is a consumer insight driven awards programme which provides a platform for brands to celebrate their achievement; for consumers, businesses and stakeholders to recognise the brands’ efforts in arriving where they
are today. Old Chang Kee has been awarded the Influential Brands Awards as the TOP BRAND under the F&B Kiosk category for 2013-2017.
Influential Brands Award 2013
Influential Brands Award 2014
Influential Brands Award 2015
Influential Brands Award 2016
Influential Brands HALL OF FAME 2017
Singapore Prestige Brand Award
Inaugurated in 2002, this award is jointly organised by the Association of Small and Medium Enterprises and Lianhe Zaobao. SPBA continues to recognise and honour Singapore brands that are developed and managed effectively through various
branding initiatives.
SPBA - Singapore Promising Brand Award 2004
SPBA - Heritage Brand Award 2005
SPBA - Distinctive Brand Award 2005
Lifelong Learner Award, Corporate Category, 2007
The Lifelong Learner Awards is an annual search for lifelong learners extends to companies as well as individuals who have contributed to raising service quality. The award is issued by MediaCorp Radio Singapore, Workforce Development
Agency (WDA), National Trade Union Congress (NTUC) and Spring Singapore.
Halal Certification by MUIS
As of 7 January 2005, all Old Chang Kee products, outlets and central kitchens were officially certified 'Halal' by Majlis Ugama Islam Singapore (MUIS).
We engaged a consultant to assist in our Halal accreditation process which
involves disposing off all halal non-compliance items from our premises, carrying out 'sertu' or ritual cleansing of the production line, central kitchens and outlet, as well as undergoing halal training courses. All of the above
points illustrated Old Chang Kee's commitment towards the Halal process.
The Better Puff
Our Curry Puffs
Every Old Chang Kee curry puff is painstakingly prepared - zesty curried potatoes, succulent bite-sized chicken chunks and slices of boiled egg mixes with a perfect combination of herbs and spices to create the flawless flavour and
texture that Singaporeans have loved over the last 60 years.
Today, with modernised standards and processes and recipes improved over the years by vigorous studies of curry and spices, the Curry'O continues to propel Old
Chang Kee to unprecedented heights.
Our Spices
At the heart of every delicacy lies a combination of spices and carefully selected ingredients. Whether it is to achieve impeccable taste, fragrance or an exotic appearance, at Old Chang Kee, we infuse the best of Asian tastes with
local traditions to bring you gastronomic experiences unlike any other.
Onions
A mainstay for almost every cuisine in the world, onions come in numerous shapes, colours and flavours. It matches well with
most meats, vegetables or complements many other kinds of spices. In addition to its unique taste, onions provide a variety of health benefits as well.
Health Benefits: Detoxifying, anti-bacterial, anti-inflamatory, anti-cholestrol, anti-oxidant and anti-cancer components.
Garlic
Garlic
is a main ingredient in many local dishes, especially in Chinese cuisine. The edible bulb is made up of sections called cloves which give the distinct taste that complements most seafood, red meat, mushrooms and beans.
Health Benefits: Antibacterial; lowers cholesterol and blood pressure; reduces water retention
Chilli
Chillies
come in various shapes, sizes and provides different levels of spiciness. Chilli is an indispensable ingredient, used in almost every item in our menu - in its fresh, dried, powdered or paste forms. Its unmistakeable taste gives
an extra fiery kick to our recipes, especially in our curries.
Health Benefit: Pain relief, heart health, boosts immunity and helps burn fat.
Turmeric
This bright golden coloured
spice comes from the same family of spices as ginger. It is lightly aromatic and smells peppery with a hint of orange and ginger. Turmeric has a musty and bitter taste and is responsible for the yellow-orange colour in curries.
Health Benefits: Acts as an anti-oxidant, able to reduce cholesterol, inflammation and indigestion.