A household name in Singapore with its 90+ year-old history
Once upon a time
There was in the heart of Singapore's High Street, a little shop called Polar Café. The Company founded by Chan Hinky in 1926 has weathered the ravages of World War II, turbulent political and economic upheaval. Today, more than 30 outlets with over 80 expanding distribution points dot the island of Singapore.
One of the daughters of Polar Café's founder Chan Hinky tells her own Sweet Memories, Sweet Success story
A story cradled in the Polar Café story
Born the eleventh of 13 children, a girl in an era and culture where sons were more favoured than daughters... Journey with Kate Cheah as she witnessed the Japanese Occupation and racial riots in Singapore. Step into her shoes as she ventures out of safety to teach among refugees in the notorious Old Walled City of Kowloon...
A daughter, teacher, unlikely entrepreneur...

A Modern Day Business Parable
Awarded 'Best Book' in the General Category by ASEAN Book Publishers Association





Sweet Success
An Ordinary Life Turned Extraordinary