Sneaky Snacky (Senyap-senyap Ngap!) – Amy Nazira

Amy Nazira
122 x 91.5cm
Oil on Canvas
2025
In Sneaky Snacky (Senyap-senyap Ngap!), Amy Nazira captures a quietly mischievous moment many Malaysians know well, the irresistible urge to snatch a kuih or cookie from the jar when no one is looking. The classic square biscuit jar, often seen in the corner of a kedai runcit in the kampung, becomes a portal to childhood memories. It is a familiar sight during festive seasons, when the air smells of Milo, margarine and laughter. Nearby, recipe books like Resepi Emak (Mom’s recipe notes) highlight the passing of culinary knowledge from one generation to the next, preserving family traditions and treasured food heritage.