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?

0:00 What is kaya toast?
0:30 A 100 year old shop making kaya toast
01:54 History of kaya toast
02:40 A Hainanese fusion dish

*Chin Mee Chin’s address: ​​204 East Coast Rd, Singapore 428903
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Producer: Yoyo Chow
Script: Jessica Novia
Videographer: Wira Satria
Editor: Gavin Wong
Animation: Stella Yoo
Narration: Tiffany Ip
Mastering: Victor Peña

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