Singapore

Sweets in the city-state of Singapore reflect its mixed Chinese, South Asian, and Malay heritage, with a huge dose of cosmopolitan modernity thrown in. Hawker stalls sell the Malay classics, along with sweetened roti topped with sweetened condensed milk, Chinese-style sweetened bean dishes, silken tofu in sweet ginger syrup, and shaved ice combos. Western-style cakes and pastries, available at all hours, include custard tarts, coconut tarts, and tapioca puddings.