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Elevating Traditions

The origins of kueh are difficult to trace. Their name means “cake” in Hokkien, yet they have been made by the Malays, Chinese, Peranakans and Eurasians for generations. Figuring out which kueh came first and from which culture it is from is akin to delving into that age-old question involving the chicken and the egg. Best to leave the speculation behind and enjoy these delicious and distinctly Southeast Asian delicacies instead.

Most kueh feature Malay, Chinese and Portuguese influences that speak of

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