Kuih Cafe opened shortly before NYC’s restaurant shutdown, ... She also points to kuih lapis, a cute layer cake that’s made from rice flour turned shades of pink.

Kueh Lapis, $2.20 a slice; $52 for medium; $65 for large . Backstory: The ubiquitous homegrown bakery chain needs no introduction. Given that its cakes are often trotted overseas as souvenirs, it ...

Kuih Lapis is a vibrant, multi-layered cake that is a popular treat in Southeast Asia, particularly in Malaysia and Indonesia. Made with coconut milk, rice flour, and sugar, it’s known for its ...

While pineapple tarts and kueh lapis incur the highest cost, the good news is that other CNY snacks don’t cost as much, unless you go for the ones sold by the ‘branded’ bakeries.

Traditional Kueh Lapis, $3 per piece . At first glance, this cake isn’t as intricate compared to other kueh lapis purveyors like Bengawan Solo – it has fewer layers and is dotted with air pockets.

If the answer is no, don’t worry – this kuih is not easily found in the Klang Valley. Instead, it is more readily available in certain rural parts of the country.

In conjunction with Malaysia Day, Duck Scarves has released limited edition designs that celebrate the country’s diversity. Each is inspired by a different traditional kuih – Seri Muka, Kuih ...

From kuih lapis to satay and the iconic wau, local elements take centre stage in this unique mahjong set designed by two former university friends.

Others listed as heritage food are: kolok mee, burasak, nasi ambeng, dodol kukus tahi minyak, kuih genggang or kuih lapis, kuih karas, uthappam, jeruk tuhau, and air katira.

While pineapple tarts and kueh lapis incur the highest cost, the good news is that other CNY snacks don't cost as much, unless you go for the ones sold by the 'branded' bakeries.