tag:peatix.com,2011:1 2023-10-30T05:21:55+08:00 Peatix The Black Sampan tag:peatix.com,2023:event-3734307 2023-10-28T18:30:00SGT 2023-10-28T18:30:00SGT

In a world where vegetables are often confined to coleslaw, side salads, and Western recipes, we're left to wonder how these vibrant ingredients have been sidelined in the Singaporean diet. Today, we gather to unravel this culinary riddle and shed light on the essential role of vegetable-based cuisine in the rich tapestry of Asian cooking. We seek inspiration from Asia's culinary treasures as we embark on this journey to embrace these nutritional powerhouses.Our adventure leads us to the enchanting realm of Nusantara cuisines, where gastronomic history intertwines with culture and the environment. We're thrilled to introduce Pamelia Chia, the celebrated author of “Wet Market to Table” and "Plantasia: A Vegetarian Cookbook Through Asia," who will share her odyssey in creating her latest book and her vision for a transformative shift in our food culture, one that truly values the abundance of a plant-based diet. Joining this Atap Assembly is also Azfar Maswan, chef and culinary creator who will guide us through the fascinating world of Nusantara cuisine, highlighting the historical significance of vegetables in this vibrant culinary tradition.Join us as we embark on a flavourful exploration that promises to reshape our perception and appreciation of a plant-based diet, celebrating their rich history and cultural significance.As a delightful bonus, Azfar will be treating us to a live demonstration of a much-beloved Nusantara dish, "Nasi Pecel", a dish of Javanese origins packed with flavours for us to savour and learn to make in the comfort of our home.About the speakers: Pamelia Chia is the author of the bestselling cookbook Wet Market to Table and Plantasia: A Vegetarian Cookbook Through Asia, and the founder of Singapore Noodles, a newsletter with the mission of keeping Singapore’s food heritage alive.Azfar Maswan is a chef & culinary content creator at nOm. He is also an avid traveler and is an avid advocate of promoting the rich gastronomy of the Nusantara region through stories, historical anecdotes and cooking traditional dishes.Food and drinks will be provided at the event! If you would like to reserve Pamelia Chia's latest book "Plantasia" ($49.90) and/or a special designed tote bag ($19.90), do indicate your interest in the ticketing page!