Back in ancient Greece, the Greeks had something called an agora, an informal open space where people came together to socialise and engage in discussions. Nowadays, us Singaporeans have our Community Centres and Kopitiams as communal spaces to meet and interact. The Internet has also provided platforms ranging from virtual chat rooms to large-scale professional conferences for a global audience to exchange ideas and build rapport.

What about rural areas? While rural communities do have marketplaces and communal spots for socialising, more formal settings are usually absent. r+ seeks to fill the gap. With our r+ cafe | grains, we provide a cosy space for local business communities and non-profit organisations in Kampot to meet, network and socialise over a cup of kopi-o or espresso.

We often don't take notice of the roads we travel on, taking them for granted. The roads in Kampot have a rustic charm to them, blending in with the natural environment and complementing it.

At r+, we endeavour to work with the environment and local communities' best attributes, complementing and value-adding each other to create sustainable growth.

Along the highway in Kampot, you can often see Fruit sellers displaying their wares along the road, such as jackfruit and pineapple. Typically, two pineapples cost just US$1.50.

r+ and our partners appreciate these indicators of simpler living, and take pride in making responsible choices for the environment and the communities that depend on it for their livelihoods.

Would you have expected avocados from Kampot? Kampot Avocados are similar to their South American cousin, with an oval shape, while also having their beloved taste.

r+ uncovers the hidden gems of nature and shares them with you!

What are trails? How do trails begin and what do they become?

Where we are at in Kampot is near a limestone cave that is hidden behind plantations. Along these plantations is a trail that locals and even some foreigners use when they cycle to work everyday. The trail is not very well planned, a product of prolonged human traffic carving a path through the wilderness. Due to this, the path is dangerous by modern standards, with no warning signs or signages bringing attention to local landmarks. However, the trail connects to some scenic locations, like the previously mentioned limestone cave, as well as salt-drying plains and Kampot's railway; beautiful sights that are off the beaten path.

r+ is a real estate company, seeing real estate from a different perspective. We understand the difference between Real Estate and Real Living, and we are a company that appreciates Real Living. This is the r+ difference.

Scallion pancakes (cong you bing) are a staple of Taiwanese breakfasts. There are several styles for preparing it, such as twirling, scrolling, and flattening.

The r+ team first served up scallion pancakes - in a fluffy "prata" style - back in 2019. Their interesting texture made them a hit, and we were sold out in less than three months!

Across our journeys, we share the best of wherever we go with you. We enhance local ingredients and offer authentic tastes for your enjoyment.

Due to rising temperatures from climate change, Sanxing scallion farmers are suffering losses from failed or reduced scallion crops.

r+ endeavours to make responsible and sustainable choices, reducing our impact on the environment as much as possible, while providing world-class service to our guests.

Sanxing Township in Yilan County, Taiwan, is renowned for its scallions. Called Sanxing Scallions, or Four Seasons Scallions, they grow up to 1 metre in height!

Their ideal growing conditions comprise heavy rainfall and a large variation in daily temperatures. The scallions are known for their juiciness, sharp peppery taste, and high nutrition level.

At r+, we revel in spotlighting local ingredients. Come taste the goodness of Sanxing Scallions!

Taipingshan is full of lush greenery and vegetation, like Taiwan cypress, Taiwan hemlock, and Japanese cypress. It is the perfect place to escape the hustle and bustle of a modern city.

r+ prides itself in providing precious experiences while also being respectful to the local environment and atmosphere. Our r+ resorts sit lightly on the land, averting the impact of conventional builds and permanent infrastructure.

As we wind down for the week, we'd like to take a moment to highlight the watermelon farm near Lumo'an, Yilan. The farm produces a variety of fresh produce, inspiring us to create wholesome dishes using the fruits of the farmers' labour.

At r+ resorts and dining concepts, we make use of fresh, locally-sourced ingredients from our partners to create delicious and sustainable foods that are wholesome for both the body and the environment.