Havelock Palace apologises after cooking foraged seafood from Changi Beach
The restaurant recently received online flak for cooking seafood that was foraged in mass quantities.
Havelock Palace has issued an apology for serving seafood that was foraged in large quantities at Changi Beach. The incident sparked online backlash and negative Google reviews after a video surfaced showing individuals collecting marine life, such as crabs and clams, in bulk before delivering it to the restaurant for cooking. The foragers, who have since disbanded, faced criticism for what was perceived as a disregard for both legal regulations and the environmental impact.
Valerie Lee, the Member of Parliament for Changi division in Pasir Ris–Changi GRC, described the video as "deplorable," emphasizing the lack of respect shown for marine life, ecosystems, and traditional foraging practices that involved taking only what was necessary. In response, Havelock Palace acknowledged its mistake and pledged to enhance its procedures.
This includes tightening food source protocols, improving supplier documentation, banning unapproved food sources, and providing staff refresher training on food safety and handling. The restaurant expressed regret for the inconvenience caused by these measures and encouraged customers to upgrade to supported browsers or download the mobile app for an optimal experience.
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