A Window to the Peranakans of Penang
Baba Emeric Lau reviews Once Upon a Kamcheng, an anthology of narratives by writers from the Pearl of the Orient.
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A Night of Tok Panjang Grandeur!
Baba Emeric Lau reports on a delightful evening at TPAS’ bi-annual fundraising gala held at the Shangri-La Hotel.
The Gentleman’s Street – Part 2
Architects Lim Huck Chin and Fernando Jorge document the evolution of Heeren Street in Malacca. Condensed from their 2006 book, Malacca: Voices
The Gentleman’s Street – Part 1
Architects Lim Huck Chin and Fernando Jorge document the evolution of Heeren Street in Malacca. Condensed from their 2006 book, Malacca: Voices
Mama Mia Mother’s Day
Lena-Ann Shome of the Hati Kampong Chorus attends a special Mothers’ Day celebration at Allspice Institute on 9th May 2026. Photos by
Recognising the Baba Nyonya Identity in Malaysia
Baba Ralph Gan welcomes the decision to allow members of the Peranakan community to amend official records to reflect Baba Nyonya ancestry.
Growing From Strength to Strength: Baba Nyonya Literary Festival 2026
Baba Emeric Lau reports from the Gallery Theatre at the National Museum of Singapore after a whirlwind weekend comprising multiple panel discussions,
The Kebaya and Bird Cage in London
TPAS members Babas Raymond Wong and Nicholas Chee recall their time showcasing Singapore handicraft at London Craft Week 2026 at the invitation
Tales My Grandma Told Me
Baba Christopher Khoo recounts the amazing Peranakan tales and folklore that his maternal grandmother told him as he was growing up, as
General Committee 2026–28 Elected at AGM
TPAS’ AGM on 21 June 2026 saw the election of the new General Committee for the 2026–28 term.