00:00For today's episode, let's dive into the origin of Thailand's golden desserts Tong Yip and Tong Yot.
00:06These sweets were inspired by Portuguese desserts and date back to the Ahtaya period.
00:11They were created by Maria Gaioma de Pina, also known as Khao Tong Yip Ma,
00:17a Siamese woman of mixed Japanese, Portuguese, and Bengali Indian ancestry.
00:22Using egg yolks and sugar, she crafted this golden treat symbolizing both prosperity and good fortune.
00:29Tong Yip shaped like a flower represents giving and receiving blessings,
00:34while Tong Yot shaped like little drops is a symbol of wealth raining down.
00:38Traditionally served at the royal ceremonies, celebrations, these desserts spread luck and happiness.
00:45And even today, they will remain as a beloved symbol of the Thai culture.
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