Colors of Kuih (Kuih Muih Series) – Ho Mei Kei

Ho Mei Kei
80 x 60cm
Acrylic on Canvas
2025

Through her Kuih Muih Series, particularly Colors of Kuih, Ho Mei Kei captures this transformation, using the vibrant hues of traditional kuih muih to symbolize the multicultural harmony of Kuala Lumpur. These colorful delicacies, each distinct in form and flavor, reflect Malaysia’s diverse communities coming together through shared traditions. Representing resilience, adaptation, and unity, the kuih celebrate the ever-evolving yet deeply rooted spirit of the city—much like Yap Ah Shak Street itself, where kopitiams, cafés, and international cuisines now coexist in a seamless blend of heritage and modernity.