• A Very Asian Guide to Malaysian and Singaporean Food book cover featuring illustrated dishes from Malaysia and Singapore like laksa, satay, and durian
  • Inside pages of the book A Very Asian Guide to Malaysian and Singaporean Food showing a map and educational content about regional cuisine
  • Illustrated book pages showing traditional dishes and a family enjoying a meal together
  • Illustrated dishes including nasi lemak and traditional ingredients from the cuisine
  • Open book pages from A Very Asian Guide to Malaysian and Singaporean Food showing an illustrated street food and hawker scene
  • Illustrated map of Malaysia & singapore highlighting regional dishes and local food specialties
  • Illustrated book pages showing flaky pastries and a karipap street food scene from Malaysian cuisine
  • Recipe page showing kaya toast and soft-boiled eggs, a Singaporean breakfast
  • Illustrated book pages showing durian fruit, a tree, and a local stall scene highlighting its role in Malaysian culture
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Gloo Books: A Very Asian Guide to Malaysian and Singaporean Food

Gloo Books: A Very Asian Guide to Malaysian and Singaporean Food

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Explore the vibrant and flavorful world of Malaysian and Singaporean food! A Very Asian Guide to Malaysian and Singaporean Food takes young readers on a mouthwatering journey through these two countries’ beloved dishes, sharing fun facts about food traditions and culture. Learn about the history of laksa, the origins of satay, and why food plays such an important role in these diverse communities!

Author Shuli de la Fuente-Lau (she/her) is a mama, educator, and passionate lover of noodles and spice. Born in Malaysia and raised in California, she’s the author of How We Eat and Becoming Siblings. Shuli is dedicated to exploring identity through picture books and having important conversations with young readers. She currently resides in Singapore with her partner, two daughters, and three cats.

Illustrator Ann Jaafar, known as the paperbag girl on social media, is a digital designer and artist who celebrates her anonymity to focus on her art. With a background in actuarial science, Ann’s doodles reflect her thoughts, feelings, and inspiration from everyday life—especially the food that brings people together. This collaboration brings both countries’ culinary traditions to life with engaging visuals and delightful storytelling, sparking curiosity and excitement about food and culture.

Made in: China

SKU: BK-GB-MS-HC

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