How to Cook a Prickly Pear isn’t just a zine—it’s a package from writer to reader, unfolding through five beautifully crafted chapters and more snippets. Capturing Mun Yi's immigrant story through the flavors of Singapore and LA (with make-it-your-own recipes!), she spent months experimenting with ingredients from her local markets while reminiscing about dishes from home.
Think kueh tutu meets tamales, sambal fused with chiles secos—a spicy, spiky love letter to adaptation and finding home.
Each chapter is hand-illustrated by Esther Lim, with all 84 pages printed in vibrant risograph. Their team carefully hand-wrapped each zine—a little care package from my LA to you. Plus, they've created limited-edition bookmarks for your favorite recipes!
Published with the Slow Press in Singapore
