For some families, Deepavali means a trip to Buntong for kacang putih
From murukku to tapioca chips, the Ipoh neighbourhood’s cherished snacks have become a festive tradition worth travelling for.
As Deepavali approaches, the popularity of kacang putih, a traditional Malay snack, rises at DNS Kacang Putih, a snack shop located in Buntong, Ipoh. P Ravi, a 56-year-old resident of Kuala Lumpur, leaves his city around 7:30 am every year to stock up on festive favourites such as murukku and tapioca chips at the shop, located about 200km from his home.
He usually arrives at the shop one week before the festival and spends between RM500 and RM1,000 on snacks for his family, friends, and colleagues. Ravi's family considers the trip and purchase of snacks as a way to strengthen ties with neighbours and colleagues. K Gaayathri, a 30-year-old resident of Kuala Lumpur, also makes a point of buying her festive snacks in Buntong because of the variety available.
Deepavali is not complete for her without serving kacang putih to guests. The popularity of the snack shop increases as Deepavali gets closer with demand rising by around 60% compared to ordinary periods. Many of the businesses in the area have been passed down through generations, and kacang putih has become a familiar treat during festive seasons. For P Ravi, the trip to Buntong has become a yearly Deepavali ritual.
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