Demand runs hot for Michelin-starred street food

A line of 100 people snakes out from a tiny food stall in Singapore's Chinatown, customers impatiently awaiting their turn for a taste of Chan Hon Meng's prized soy sauce-braised chicken.

He has always had loyal customers, but in the days since he was awarded a Michelin star new gourmands have descended on his stall in such numbers that he is struggling to keep up with demand.

Chan is one of two hawkers - so-called because many started out as street peddlers - awarded one star by the culinary bible when it launched its inaugural Singapore guide in late July.