Kedah native continues family legacy of making this traditional delicacy

Hafizah (right, with her mother) fell in love with making traditional food at a young age. — HAFIZAH OMAR

The vibrant history of Malaysia often includes its diverse food offerings. But while some traditional dishes and snacks have stood the test of time and are still popular today, a few are actually at risk of being forgotten.

In Kedah, some locals are trying to revive the popularity of a sweet treat known as “gedung chak”. Hafizah Omar, 44, has been making gedung chak for decades, something she learned to do from her mother and grandmother.