It's that time of the year again – the durian season. In recent years, we've seen new durian varieties entering the market, with each durian varieties offering unique flavours and textures. From lesser-known types like Tupai King to the increasingly popular Black Thorn and Black Gold – what are these new varieties, and what exactly are you paying for? Host Diana Ser heads to a durian plantation in Penang, where some of these newer varieties are cultivated, in search of answers.
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0:00 More durian labels in Singapore
3:27 What are the new durian varieties?
5:05 Rare and elusive Tupai King durian
7:38 We try real Tupai King in Penang
13:22 Are Tupai King in Singapore authentic?
15:32 Taste test: Is this real Tupai King?
17:06 Taste test: Are these really premium varieties?
19:31 Why the different labels on Mao Shan Wang?
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