Vania Gracia: Melding Irish and Indonesian cultural icons
Vania already had a deep passion for batik and was studying how to create batik motifs in a program set up by ITB aimed at supporting the batik industry in Pangandaran, when she…
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Cambodia’s Apsara Granny 2.0: Aging with honour, wrinkles with pride
Building on the success of last year’s Apsara Grannies project, creative collective “Feel The Warmth” has unveiled Apsara Granny 2.0, an initiative celebrating the…
What makes the Sta. Ursula Church in the Philippines a National Cultural Treasure
The church is approximately 225 years old and is among the seven Jubilee churches in the Diocese of Antipolo.
Once a staple of Korean diners, ‘baekbanjip’ are on the way out
Failing to keep up with changing tastes and rising costs, eateries serving home-cooked style meals are shutting down.
How enthusiasts in Singapore are leading a wet market revival
Through her research and writing, Ms Chia has developed a deep appreciation for the vibrant market culture. Today, she passionately encourages young Singaporeans to step beyond…
Full hearts, zero waste at this Malaysian Ramadan bazaar
Food operator Mohd Firdaus Idris, 32, said although he strived to prepare just the right amount of food each day, he admitted that there would still be leftovers on some days.…
A toast to the talent of Filipina artists: Art exhibits this Women’s History Month
Beyond all-women exhibits, numerous standout shows are currently running across the Philippines. At West Gallery, Patrick de Veyra presents gestural works that blend printed…
Shepherds of Nepal’s Rukum: Weaving tradition into modernity
Traditional handmade woollen goods struggle to find buyers, with modern factory-made clothes and cheaper alternatives flooding the market.
From humble leaf to global sensation: Meet Malaysia’s newest green favorite—pandan
Move over, matcha – here comes another green sensation: the screwpine leaf, better known as pandan in Malaysia.This year, the humble, ubiquitous plant grown widely in the…
Rising costs, changing tastes reshape Thailand’s restaurant scene
Thailand's restaurant industry is confronting significant challenges, influenced by economic fluctuations, rising operational costs, intense competition and rapidly evolving…