This post is part of our coverage for Social Media Week 2012 in Singapore. Click Event Coverage: Social Media Week for full coverage.
3.04pm: “Ultimately it’s what I feel, whether it’s good or bad, I have to back it up.”(Hsueh Yun, Straits Times)
3.06pm: “Why should bloggers be any less legitimate than food journalists?” (Leslie Tay, @ieatishootipost)
3.22pm: “There is no such thing as a grace period for food bloggers. This is the internet age. If you’re not ready, don’t open.” (LT)
3.23pm: “Singaporeans are suckers for two things: Really good deals and new things.” – Wong Hoong An, @HungryGoWhere
3.24pm: “The reality is that the more popular bloggers are the ones that get it out first.” (WHA)
3.26pm: “If you don’t want to waste money and calories, research helps. But it’s still up to consumers to make the decision.” (LT)
3.34pm: “I never read other people’s reviews.” (HY)
3.39pm: “I don’t expect bloggers or journalists to write about a place when I invite them for a tasting.” (Geraldine Kan, Linea Communication)
3.40pm: “Whether or not I write about something is at my own discretion.” (WHA)
3.56pm: “You should write simply, not simplistically.” (HY)
3.57pm: “Most people are not looking for an essay. They just want to know which dishes to try.” (WHA)
4.02pm: “We need to tell people what it’s really like.” (HY on negative reviews)
4.03pm: “It’s very risky to write a negative review in our environment, people will sue you. I personally don’t usually write negative reviews unless I have something positive to say.” (LT)
4.10pm: “Some people think there should be a code of ethics that bloggers should adhere to, but it’s the wild wild west.” (LT)
4.12pm: “I might become broke but at least I can say whatever I want.” (HY)
