How to make nian gao that's chewy but doesn't stick to your teeth? Or yi bua - a traditional Hainanese coconut kueh that's hard to come by in Singapore? This Chinese New Year, home cooks Gladys Foo and her mother share their family recipes. | CNA Insider

Sweet, sticky, and full of meaning—nian gao is so much more than just a dessert. In Chinese culture, it symbolises growth and aiming higher in the year ahead? For me, it’s a reminder of how food connects us—whether it’s sharing traditions with family, teaching my niece about dumplings, or just taking a moment to reflect on the year ahead. #NianGao #LunarNewYear #SweetTraditions #Tasty | Tasty

Sweet, sticky, and full of meaning—nian gao is so much more than just a dessert. In Chinese culture, it symbolises growth and aiming higher in the year ahead? For me, it’s a reminder of how food connects us—whether it’s sharing traditions with family, teaching my niece about dumplings, or just taking a moment to reflect on the year ahead. #NianGao #LunarNewYear #SweetTraditions #Tasty | Tasty UK