This comes as ingredients to make the barbecued pork snack get more expensive.
Stores selling barbecued pork slices have started adjusting their prices ahead of Chinese New Year celebrations later this month, as ingredients get more expensive.SINGAPORE: Stores selling barbecued pork slices have started adjusting their prices ahead of Chinese New Year celebrations later this month,With prices usually on the rise in the lead-up to Chinese New Year , some sellers told CNA they are exploring ways to cut production costs and keep prices stable.
“Also, we normally pre-order our meat, so we try to get the best price for our pork to keep the price reasonable for our consumers.” While the store has no plans to raise prices, it hopes its new products will help draw in more customers. Its owner Simbian Chua said sales are projected to be about 25 per cent higher than the same period last year.The store offers a sugar-free bak kwa option that is suitable for people with diabetes or those looking for a healthier alternative, said Ms Chua.
Bee Cheng Hiang said it is seeing more customers turning to e-commerce. To cut down on delivery costs, it has added a new self-pickup feature on its mobile app.
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