Nonya Kaya

Yesterday, on our way to ICA (Institute of Contemporary Arts) to see a Singaporean movie, Sandcastle by director Boo Junfeng, we passed by China Town, where I couldn’t resist going in one of the Chinese supermarkets. In there I found Nonya Kaya, made in Singapore. I love kaya. Most people think it is too sweet, but I just love it. It is a coconut and egg jam, with a hint of pandan, that Singaporeans eat on toast with a thick layer of butter. Even though I know my tummy will not be able to take it for now, I bought two jars.

The film, that was part of the London Film Festival, was different than I expected. I thought it would be a critique to the current political situation in Singapore but, although it touched some sensitive social and historical aspects, it was more focused on family values. I enjoyed it but it will probably not win any prizes.