juncee's peranakan crossword
Across
- 2. primarily to Straits-born Chinese—that is, to those born in the former
- 5. ____ representeaaad power in Chinese
- 6. this is planted in the field
- 7. Spicy fish cake wrapped in banana leaves and grilled or steamed. It is typically made with a mixture of fish, coconut milk, spices,and herbs.
- 9. often referred to as Nyonya or Straits Chinese cuisine, is a unique blend of Chinese, Malay, and Indonesian flavors.
- 10. A spicy noodle soup with a coconut milk base, often served with prawns, chicken, or tofu, and topped with fresh herbs.
- 13. Peranakans are descendants of Chinese immigrants who settle in ______
- 14. mainly from the southern regions of Fujian and _________-, settled in the area during the 15th and 16th centuries.
- 15. often depicted alongside other auspicious symbols such as peonies, phoenixes, and dragons.
Down
- 1. Peranakan tiles are _________
- 3. highly symbolic flowers in Peranakan culture
- 4. what currencies do the peranakan use?
- 8. The term of peranakan is "_________"or "peranakan"
- 11. often represented in various art forms, including textiles, ceramics, and embroidery.
- 12. The history of the Peranakan people is a rich tapestry woven from the intermingling of malay, _______and sometimes Indonesian cultures