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Cake are considered the main symbol of
joyous celebrations in cultures throughout the world. Celebrating an
auspicious occasion without cakes is unthinkable. The culture of
presenting cakes as a gift is deeply rooted not only in the West but
also in the East. Therefore knowledge of making and baking various
kinds of cakes is a desirable asset to both the novice and the
professional chef.
Just as hotdogs and burgers are widely
available in Western countries, cakes are ubiquitous in Asia, and can
be bought at roadside stalls at a cheap price. Locals fondly call
their cakes 'kuih', and their cakes are usually in small pieces or
slices. Coconut milk is a very common ingredient in most Asian made
cakes. Asian cakes are comparatively easy to bake than Western cakes,
and cake-making talent is usually passed down through the generations. |