Heritage Journey with Gin Thye Cake Maker

Step into the world of Teochew heritage through an immersive afternoon of food, traditions, family stories and hands-on experiences at Gin Thye Cake Maker, a traditional Teochew confectionery. Go beyond simply tasting heritage food — make it, hear the stories behind it, and discover how these traditions continue to live on today.

Enjoy:

Teochew pastries & tea — Begin your journey with traditional flavours. Hands-on pastry making — Learn to make traditional Teochew pastries such as ang ku kueh. Teochew wedding traditions — Discover customs, rituals and symbolism. A family heritage story — Hear from the 2nd-generation owner of Gin Thye Cake Maker. Mindful photography — Learn to slow down, observe and capture heritage through photography. Behind-the-scenes tour — Explore the pastry-making facilities and see the craft in action. Mindfulness through the five senses — Experience heritage with greater awareness and presence. Why Join?

Heritage is not only found in museums or old photographs. It lives in food, family businesses, traditions, skills and the people who continue to practise them.

This experience invites you to discover Teochew heritage by tasting, making, listening, observing and connecting. Leave with a new appreciation of Singapore's living heritage, and perhaps a few traditional pastry-making skills to take home with you.