Peranakan Heritage

(Tour operates with a minimum of 4 people)

Peranakan is a Malay term which means 'locally born'. Peranakans are the descendants of the early Chinese community who settled in the Malay Archipelago from the 17th century and inter-married with the locals in the area.
The Peranakan culture is a rich blend of the Chinese and Malay cultures with some influence from the Portuguese, Dutch, British, Thai and Indonesia cultures as well. What has evolved over time, is a community of people who observe Chinese festivals and traditional but show s strong Malay influence in their food, language and dressing.

Our tour begins with a visit to the Asian Civilization Museum at Armenian Street where it houses one of the finest collections of Peranakan exhibits in South East Asia. Next, we proceed to Katong to view the architecture and style of a typical Peranakan house. We then stop at Kim Choo Kueh Chang to see nonya chang (rice dumplings) demonstration where you can have a go at trying to pack and tie a chang! This stop is famous for its homemade "ba-chang" and other local snacks. Situated just next door, we stop at a Rumah BeBe. Combining arts and crafts, fashion and cuisine, Rumah BeBe is a showcase of many aspects of living Peranakan culture and heritage. This stop also offers visitors beading demonstrations. Next, we proceed to Katong Antique House, our final stop. It is filled with every type of traditional Peranakan costume s, crockery and furniture. Meet Mr. Peter Wee, a fourth generation Baba Peranakan who will regale you stories of his heritage over a cup of coffee and some local baba snacks.

An opportunity to join the locals in a cooking demonstration class is subject to space availability. (Not compulsory)

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