A smear of velvety coconut jam, and generous slab of cold butter between two slices of crispy, toasted bread — that’s how many Singaporeans and Malaysians love to start their day or take a tea break. How did kaya toast, with its European roots, become a beloved mainstay in Southeast Asia? br br 0:00 What is kaya toast? br 0:30 A 100 year old shop making kaya toast br 01:54 History of kaya toast br 02:40 A Hainanese fusion dish br br *Chin Mee Chin’s address: ​​204 East Coast Rd, Singapore 428903 br Don’t miss our stories, what’s buzzing around the web, and bonus material. Sign up for the GT NEWSLETTER: br If you liked this video, we have more stories about food from the Chinese diaspora: br br Hainan Chicken Rice Isn’t From Hainan br br br “Put My Own Passion Inside”: Why This Couple in Singapore Love Cooking Laksa Noodles br br br Follow us on Instagram for behind-the-scenes moments: br Stay updated on Twitter: br Join the conversation on Facebook: br Have story ideas? Send them to us at hello@goldthread2.