"The recipe has remained the same for the past 20 years. Only the most luxurious ingredients are used. The butter, for instance, is imported from Holland. The whole wheat flour comes from the UK, and the milk, New Zealand. The mixed spices are sourced from Indonesia."
on Kue lapis
"There’s kueh lapis, and there’s the intensely rich 18-layer Royal Istana Grand Lapis, made by the family of confectioners that has served treats to five generations of Indonesian presidents."
on Kue lapis
"Royal Istana's Grand Lapis is made with pure butter only, is fragrant, moist, and has a denser texture than other versions we've tried before. Pair with vintage port to balance out the richness of the lapis."
on Kue lapis