Experience the melting pot that is Singapore by taking a walk through history to a time when the Peranakan Babas (men) and Nonyas (women) held sway in the Katong and Joo Chiat districts. These descendants of early Chinese and Malay settlers combined with a dash of Indian, Indonesian, Portuguese, Dutch and British influences evolved over time to a community that observed Chinese traditions and festivals but showed strong Malay influences in their dress, food and language.
Get to know the food and condiments that are particular to the Perankans, visit a spice garden and observe firsthand the making of the various spices or join a cooking class to learn the secrets of making fish head Assam curry, nasi goreng buah keluak and other Peranakan dishes. See the beautiful embroidered and beaded costumes of the Peranakan women and get a glimpse into their lifestyles by viewing their furniture, jewellery, porcelain and crafts by visiting the Asian Civilizations Museum on Armenian street. Shop for Peranakan inspired items at Rumah Bebe which showcases embroidered ladies fashions, decorative items, wood carvings and furnishing.
Visit Katong and Joo Chiat districts well known for rich and intricate Peranakan architecture to see rows of gaily painted beautifully restored shop houses (urban terraced buildings) dating back to the 1920s and 30s, with intricate woodwork where the influences of Chinese, Malay and European traditions can be detected. The elaborate wood work is said to come from the Malay tradition while the mythological motifs are Chinese influences. The European influences are visible in the neo classical details.
Learn about the food and culture of the Peranakan people, and experience their way of life. Make your stay in Singapore a memorable and worthwhile experience.
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