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On the main concourse, fans could have their names written in custom Chinese calligraphy and enjoy nian gao desserts, also known as Chinese New Year rice cake.

NIAN gao, known as kuih bakul in Malaysia, is a sweet glutinous rice cake traditionally wrapped in banana leaf to resemble a basket and is renowned for its stickiness.

Nian gao, or kuih bakul, is a sweet delicacy traditionally enjoyed during Chinese New Year. Though often linked to the Chinese community, Balamurali Bathumalay embraced the craft without hesitation, ...

SINGAPORE – Rounds of nian gao are everywhere in the lead-up to Chinese New Year. For some, it is a festive must-have, the way mandarin oranges are, because of its auspicious meaning. The ...

In Chinese, “nian gao” translates to “higher year”, and it is believed eating it will elevate one’s status and bring prosperity in the year ahead.

Malaysia is leveraging the diverse festive celebrations of its multiracial communities to promote cultural tourism this Chinese New Year.

The history of nian gao according to Chinese legend, and how the rice cakes are eaten to mark new year in Hong Kong, mainland China, Korea and Japan.

Nur Farrah Diba Azhar, 35, makes a living selling the traditional Chinese delicacy all year round.

Their sweet rice cakes, or nian gao, symbolize growth and progress and come beautifully packaged — ideal for gifting or enjoying at home with family.

Nian gao is a traditional steamed sticky rice cake used to celebrate Lunar New Year, symbolizing growth and advancement.