Open My Factory: DoDo Seafood Treats

Description

What you’ll do

Delight your senses and embark on an amazing culinary adventure at DoDo Seafood Treats. This iconic family run business has been a part of Singapore’s food culture for over 45 years and is renowned for its fishballs made with secret recipes passed down through generations.

Take a tour and get up close to watch their state-of-the-art fishball-making process in action. Don’t just enjoy their delicacies from afar, meet the team behind them and converse with them! Come experience the pride of Singapore’s fishball heritage at its factory at Senoko.

Upcoming Event/s:

Open My Factory: DoDo Seafood Treats

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Date
2nd Friday of the month
Time
10am to 12pm
language
English
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Venue
Participants will meet at the security post of DoDo Seafood Treats (22 Senoko Way Singapore 758044)

BOOKING LINK: https://openmydodo.eventbrite.sg

TICKET PRICE (excluding Eventbrite service fee): $20


 

Meet your host!

Hi everyone! My name is Neow Bee Kuan and I’m a proud 25-year veteran of the crabstick production industry. Working at my factory, it’s been my job to know a bit of everything – from weighing, packing, storing and exporting – plus handle a range of products from siewmai (a type of dumpling) to youtiao (dough fritters). We work as a team, because no single individual can stay on top of all the customer orders that come in.

How long have you been with the company?

I started my journey at DoDo’s former factory down the road – and thanks to modern processes and machines, it’s made our lives so much easier. Before this, I was actually involved in the electronics industry, but a few of my friends recommended me here and it eventually became a good fit.

What is a typical day like here?

A typical day at work starts with everyone clocking in at 8am – but during busy times, we’d often stay until late night to complete our tasks together. Even though it can be tiring, it’s become part of the daily routine. That’s why I find that life should be taken day by day, taking it one step at a time.


 

Meet your host!

Chong Ah Moi

Hello, we are Chong Ya Mei and Cheong Li Jun – two Malaysians from Penang and Ipoh. We both arrived in Singapore in 2003 and 1988 respectively, and have been working together for close to 20 years now.

What is a typical work day like here?

We usually start our day with packing, sorting and exporting our products to stores. We then move on to the more hands-on aspects, such as spreading fish paste onto beancurd skins, or stuffing meat into tofu.

What do you enjoy most about your job?

Cheong Lai Kuan

A good day for us is a day without any hiccups, where everything goes according to plan. We also enjoy the occasional company celebrations – from retreats to buffet lunches during special occasions like Chinese New Year, Mid-Autumn Festival, and Christmas. During our birthday months, we also receive little cakes and simple gifts.


 

More details

Who should come?

  • Everyone is welcome to participate in this exciting tour!

Attire:

  • Participants are encouraged to dress comfortably and wear covered shoes.
  • Please refrain from wearing jewellery, watches, and loose accessories to the tour.
  • Participants are expected to don on hairnets, gowns, and boots during the tour.
  • Participants are expected to wear masks in the production line.

What to bring:

  • Participants should bring along a mask, an umbrella, hand sanitiser, insect repellent, and a bottle of water.
  • Participants are encouraged to bring their own earphones (with a standard 3.5mm audio jack) as radio guides will be used for the tour.
  • Asthmatic individuals are encouraged to bring their inhaler.

Please note that:

  • All participants must be fully vaccinated.
  • Participants are expected to complete a health declaration form upon reaching the factory.
  • Photography is not allowed in the factory.
  • Parking is not available at the factory. Kindly park your car near Sembawang MRT.
  • The tour will proceed rain or shine.
  • The event is not wheel-chair friendly.

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