Inside East Village Dessert Shop Lady Wong’s Vibrant World of Southeast Asian Kuih “Our recipes are never done,” says co-owner Mogan Anthony. “Every day, we adapt and change them.” ...

Angku kuih relies on old-school techniques and a special tortoise-shaped mold.

For loyal customer Syakila Isyak, 31, Kuih Bongkol is more than just a dessert - it’s a piece of home. "Every Ramadan, my family makes sure to have this kuih on the table.

IPOH: The traditional, aromatic and crispy kuih kapit (love-letter biscuits) made by five sisters here, are only available during Chinese New Year every year.

Mogan Anthony and Seleste Tan's bakery Lady Wong, which offers treats like seri muka and kuih lapis, has received the thumbs up from Forbes and The New York Times.