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The outer casings of Ka Tum cakes are intricately woven from young palmyra palm leaves, creating a distinctive highlight of this traditional delicacy of the Khmer ethnic community in the Bay Nui region of An Giang. (Photo: VNA)
The outer casings of Ka Tum cakes are intricately woven from young palmyra palm leaves, creating a distinctive highlight of this traditional delicacy of the Khmer ethnic community in the Bay Nui region of An Giang. (Photo: VNA)
Khmer women in O Lam commune learn how to weave Ka Tum cake casings at the home of artisan Neang Phuong. (Photo: VNA)
Khmer women in O Lam commune learn how to weave Ka Tum cake casings at the home of artisan Neang Phuong. (Photo: VNA)
In the past, Ka Tum cakes were made only for major Khmer festivals such as Chol Chnam Thmay and Sene Dolta. Today, the cakes have become a popular local speciality gift at an affordable price of 6,000 VND (0,2 USD) each. (Photo: VNA)
In the past, Ka Tum cakes were made only for major Khmer festivals such as Chol Chnam Thmay and Sene Dolta. Today, the cakes have become a popular local speciality gift at an affordable price of 6,000 VND (0,2 USD) each. (Photo: VNA)
The uniqueness of Ka Tum cakes lies in the harmonious blend of local ingredients, including carefully soaked glutinous rice, white beans, boiled peanuts, freshly grated coconut, along with a touch of sugar and salt to balance the flavours. (Photo: VNA)
The uniqueness of Ka Tum cakes lies in the harmonious blend of local ingredients, including carefully soaked glutinous rice, white beans, boiled peanuts, freshly grated coconut, along with a touch of sugar and salt to balance the flavours. (Photo: VNA)
The use of young palmyra palm leaves for the casing not only gives a distinctive aroma when boiled but also helps maintain the cake’s soft and chewy texture. (Photo: VNA)
The use of young palmyra palm leaves for the casing not only gives a distinctive aroma when boiled but also helps maintain the cake’s soft and chewy texture. (Photo: VNA)
These small, square-shaped Ka Tum cakes resemble ripe pomegranates, symbolising hopes for prosperity and happiness. (Photo: VNA)
These small, square-shaped Ka Tum cakes resemble ripe pomegranates, symbolising hopes for prosperity and happiness. (Photo: VNA)
Ka tum cakes are exquisite works of craftsmanship, created by the skilful hands of Khmer women in An Giang province. (Photo: VNA)
Ka tum cakes are exquisite works of craftsmanship, created by the skilful hands of Khmer women in An Giang province. (Photo: VNA)
Artisan Neang Phuong meticulously weaves each Ka Tum cake casing, showcasing the dexterity and artistry of Khmer women. (Photo: VNA)
Artisan Neang Phuong meticulously weaves each Ka Tum cake casing, showcasing the dexterity and artistry of Khmer women. (Photo: VNA)
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Ka Tum cakes offer distinctive flavour in An Giang

In the Bay Nui (Seven Mountains) region of the Mekong Delta province of An Giang, visitors are captivated not only by its majestic natural landscapes but also by its unique culinary heritage, notably Ka Tum cakes.

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