If you’re searching for bubble tea in Singapore that’s made without pork or lard, you’re asking a very specific — and completely valid — question. I Love Taimei is NOT halal-certified, but every single drink and dish is prepared with NO PORK and NO LARD. That’s the brand’s core commitment since day one. For many people, that distinction matters. This article unpacks exactly what it means.
What does “no pork, no lard” mean for bubble tea?
Most bubble tea is made from tea, milk (or a non-dairy creamer), flavoured syrups, and toppings like tapioca pearls or grass jelly. The actual pork and lard risk in bubble tea is low compared to food dishes — but the kitchen environment matters too.
When a brand operates a NO PORK, NO LARD kitchen policy, it means:
- No pork products are used in any recipe on the menu
- No lard (rendered pig fat) is used for cooking or flavouring
- The kitchen does not handle pork in any form
This is different from a halal-certified kitchen, which involves a formal certification process by a recognised body such as MUIS (Majlis Ugama Islam Singapura). Halal certification covers additional requirements including supplier auditing, ingredient sourcing, and staff practices.
I Love Taimei operates a NO PORK, NO LARD kitchen but does not hold halal certification. If halal certification is a requirement for you, please check with MUIS or the outlet directly.
For those who simply want to avoid pork and lard — whether for dietary, religious, or personal reasons — I Love Taimei’s commitment is clear and long-standing. The brand has operated this way since it opened its first outlet in Singapore in 2009.
I Love Taimei’s bubble tea menu
The bubble tea lineup at I Love Taimei leans into classic Taiwanese milk tea with a few signatures worth knowing.
Brown Sugar Bubble Tea is the most recognisable order. Chewy tapioca pearls coated in brown sugar syrup, paired with milk tea — it’s the drink that shows up on most people’s trays. Brown sugar bubble tea has become something of a Taiwan street food icon, and I Love Taimei’s version reflects that night-market authenticity.
If you want something a little richer, the Brown Sugar Fresh Milk swaps the tea base for fresh milk. Less tea-forward, more dessert-like. Good for those who find regular milk tea too strong.
Beyond brown sugar, the menu runs through Taiwanese tea classics — Jasmine Milk Tea, Oolong Milk Tea, the house blends 1988 Milk Tea and Moon River, plus tea-only options like Dong Ding Oolong and Lychee Four Season Tea. The drink menu pairs naturally with the food side: Taiwan fried chicken, Taiwan Tempura, and braised chicken rice, all prepared in the same NO PORK, NO LARD kitchen.
If you want to browse the full drink and food menu before you visit, check it at ilovetaimei.com/menu. Or order online for delivery or takeaway at go.momos.com/ilovetaimei.
Where to find I Love Taimei near you
I Love Taimei has 14 outlets across Singapore, spread across the north, east, west, and central regions. If you’re in Punggol, the Waterway Point outlet is a convenient stop:
I Love Taimei — Waterway Point 83 Punggol Central, #B1-K5, Singapore 828761 Open daily, 11:00 – 22:00
Other locations include Sengkang Grand Mall, Tampines 1, Bugis Junction, Nex (Serangoon), Northpoint City (Yishun), Junction 8 (Bishan), and more. See the full list of all 14 outlets to find the one closest to you.
Frequently asked questions
Is I Love Taimei halal? No. I Love Taimei is NOT halal-certified. The brand does not hold a halal certification from MUIS or any other body. However, all food and drinks are prepared with NO PORK and NO LARD. If halal certification is required for your dietary practice, you should verify independently before ordering.
What makes I Love Taimei suitable for people avoiding pork? Every item on the I Love Taimei menu — drinks, fried chicken, bentos, tempura, desserts — is prepared in a kitchen that uses no pork and no lard. This has been the brand’s operating standard since 2009.
What bubble tea drinks can I order at I Love Taimei? The signature is Brown Sugar Milk Tea. You can also order Jasmine Milk Tea, Oolong Milk Tea, the house blends 1988 Milk Tea and Moon River, Lychee Four Season Tea, and Dong Ding Oolong Tea. Full menu: ilovetaimei.com/menu.
Is the food Taiwan-authentic? I Love Taimei has been serving Taiwan night market-inspired food since 2009 — women-owned, Taiwanese roots, one of Singapore’s longest-running Taiwanese street food brands. More context: what is brown sugar bubble tea and Taiwan night market food in Singapore.
Can I order delivery? Yes — order via go.momos.com/ilovetaimei or on Foodpanda.
Find your nearest outlet
I Love Taimei is at 14 locations island-wide. Whether you’re in Punggol, Tampines, Bishan, or Bugis, there’s likely an outlet close to you. Find your nearest I Love Taimei at ilovetaimei.com/places.
Taste it for yourself — 14 outlets island-wide. No pork, no lard.
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