"Bunga Rampai" is given as souvenirs to guests at traditional Malay weddings in Singapore. To make "bunga rampai", "sireh" (betel) leaves are filled with finely shredded "pandan" (Pandanus amaryllifolius) leaves, fragrant flowers (for example, "cempaka" flowers), and sprinkled with rosewater. These souvenirs symbolise wishes of beauty and well-being to the newlyweds. (Picture taken during walking visit around the Spice Garden organised by Fort Canning Park.)
I wrote a few weeks ago about a walk around the Spice Garden at Fort Canning Park, where participants had the opportunity to find out about some of the plants, herbs and spices used in traditional Malay cuisine. I enjoyed the Spice Garden so much that I thought it deserved a more complete write-up:
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Hello Osyen,
ReplyDeleteI am Eve from Ochre Pictures. We are currently producing an documentary drama for Suria called Demi Cinta.We would like to get permission to use the photo(Bunga Rampai) from your blog. We would really appreciate if you can allow us to use your photo for our show. Thank you!
Hi Eve, Sure. You may use the picture for your show.
DeleteHi Osyen, could you send me the hi res version of this photo? my email address is evekoo@ochrepictures.com
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