Nasi: When Rice Grains Cry, A Pictorial Guide To Malay Rice Dishes

Nasi: When Rice Grains Cry, A Pictorial Guide to Malay Rice Dishes explores the cultural, historical, and emotional narratives behind 12 quintessentially Malay rice dishes enjoyed in Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, and Brunei. Designed to foster appreciation for rice as Asia’s staple food, the book appeals to students, researchers, and food enthusiasts alike. It not only highlights local rice culture but also weaves in literary elements and proverbs. With approximately 50 illustrations and a unique exposed-thread spine symbolising dehusked rice grains, the book uncovers the forgotten stories and origins behind each dish, celebrating rice as both sustenance and storyteller.