Three Chum Cakes

Kanom Sam Kloe is one of the many sweets served at marriage ceremonies in Thailand. The sweet, fritter-like balls are made in groups of three. The tradition goes that their continued attachment during cooking is used to predict the future of the newlywed couple. If the balls stick together well when fried, it augurs a happy and successful marriage. If one ball breaks away, the marriage will be childless. If all three balls separate, the marriage will be unsuccessful; presumably witho