We've had numerous Diner en Blancs since 50 years ago
The famous Diner en Blanc is finally coming to Singapore this Thursday but the organizers have stirred up controversy a few days ago when they uninvited a local food blogger who suggested bringing food like tau huay and chicken rice to the pop-up picnic.
Diner en Blanc, originated from France more than 20 years ago, has been held in various countries around the world and Singapore happens to be the first in Asia. Guests have to be dressed in white, bring their own tables, food and drinks - "high-class" beverages like wine in particular - to the venue which will only be disclosed on the day itself.
The blogger who was barred from participating claimed that the organizers requested guests to bring quality food. It is indeed disturbing to know that delicacies like tau huay look unglam in the eyes of those ang mohs.
It was reported that other bloggers who were initially invited to the picnic were also uninvited. One of the organizers, Clemen Chiang explained that there was some confusion for the objective is to have guests prepare their own food instead of da-baoing them.
"The diners have to ask themselves if they are comfortable eating you tiao and drinking champagne. If you feel comfortable putting you tiao on your table, carry on."
Oh please, who eats you char kway with champagne? It is supposed to be paired with soya bean milk which, in my opinion, is whiter than champagne. This Clemen Chiang is obviously the confused one trying to mix things up.
Anyway, if you are a guest, imagine yourself bringing your own table, bottle of wine and "good food" to the venue while sweating in that white shirt of yours. I think we are better off participating in some PAP grassroots event where we can get to see many people wearing white and enjoy free food.
The colour white seems to be rather dictatorial in Singapore.
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