Halloween is a well-known celebration overseas. However, many Malaysians have adopted this spooky festival every October 31st in their calendar.
Many Halloween treats overseas can’t be found in Malaysia. Therefore, how do we make this celebration more ‘Malaysian’? Aside from traditional dishes like nasi lemak, roti canai and teh tarik, Malaysia has some of the best snacks too!
Some Gen Z and Gen Alpha might not know of their existence, so this is the right time to introduce these nostalgic candies to them!
Biskut Gula Warna-warni (Naval Biscuits with Colourful Icing)
This is one of the most nostalgic snacks growing up in Malaysia. The biscuits are bite-sized and easy to eat. The icing is colourful, sweet and pretty, suitable with the saying; we eat with our eyes first. Wrap a handful of this biscuit in plastic and tie it with a ribbon. Voila! Kids that come to your house this Halloween will surely like them!
Haw Flakes
These candies are sour and sweet discs of deliciousness! Many Malaysians grew up eating this as they liked the sweet and sour combo. Plus point, it is very addictive! The candy is small, so it’s easy to give it as a Halloween treat!
Apollo
Apollo is a well-known Malaysian brand and is based in our country. There are many options: from their delicious layered cake to crispy and sweet wafers. Not only will children be excited to have this, but adults will also like them!
HACKS
Do you know? HACKS is actually a Malaysian candy that originated in Penang.
Initially, this candy was medicated cough sweets. But as time passes, many Malaysians consume this candy daily. Because of the candy’s sweet, sour and minty qualities, it’s a great option to be your Halloween treat!
And don’t you think this candy looks like that one ghost we have in Malaysia? (Hint: It looks exactly like this candy.)
Marukawa Bubble Gum
Even though this is not a Malaysian product, it is not foreign to us. Rather, it is one of the most memorable bubblegum brands growing up!
What’s more exciting about this gum is it comes with flavour and a free tattoo! Well, stickers, that is. That’s double the fun!
Children who get this gum will surely enjoy the best of both worlds!
So, what’s your choice for this Halloween?