SINGAPORE – Rounds of nian gao are everywhere in the lead-up to Chinese New Year. For some, it is a festive must-have, the way mandarin oranges are, because of its auspicious meaning.

During the Lunar New Year, “nian gao”, also known as kuih bakul, is an essential treat. In Chinese, “nian gao” translates to “higher year”, and it is believed eating it will elevate ...

From food and festivities to clothing, cultural exchange knows no bounds. A perfect example? This Indian family-run nian gao business in JB, thriving for 26 years. Nian gao, or kuih bakul, is a sweet ...

Stir-fried nian gao is a noodle dish rooted in Shanghainese cuisine. It is made of glutinous rice flour compressed into a long stick, then sliced and dried. This dish is also known in Malaysia as ...

“Nian gao”, or kuih bakul, is traditionally enjoyed during Chinese New Year. One Malay housewife in Taman Indera here has long been known for making this sticky treat, with her products ...

But did you know that the week prior to it is known as xiao nian, or “little new year”, during which traditional tasks to prepare for the new year are performed? Since celebrating the new ...

Celebrate Lunar New Year with Danielle Chang's baked nian gao The Lunar New Year officially begins Wednesday, but that doesn't mean you can't start celebrating a little early, especially in a ...

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