Food Talks & Workshops

From Port to Pie

by Dona Manis Cake Shop

9 May • 11:00am
9, 16 May • 02:00pm

“From Port to Pie” links Singapore’s maritime heritage with the global banana varieties that shaped local cuisine. Participants explore trade routes, learn about bananas like Pisang Raja and Ambon, and craft their own banana mini pies as a handson cultural and culinary experience.

Register here:
Saturday (9 May), 11am - 1pm: https://www.eventbrite.sg/e/1987876680664
Saturday (9 May), 2pm - 4pm: https://www.eventbrite.sg/e/1988062223628
Saturday (16 May), 11am - 1pm: https://www.eventbrite.sg/e/1988065927707
Saturday (16 May), 2pm - 4pm: https://www.eventbrite.sg/e/1988066144355

*Programme tickets will go live on 22nd April 2026 12pm

As part of Singapore HeritageFest 2026, Dona Manis is proud to present the ‘From Port to Pie’ programme, held at the Heritage Loft at the Dona Manis Heritage Bakehouse. The “From Port to Pie” workshop explores the rich cultural and historical connection between Singapore’s maritime heritage and the diverse varieties of bananas that have arrived through global shipping routes. Participants will discover the fascinating journey of different banana types that were once transported across oceans in shipping containers, linking trade and the exchange of agricultural goods. This hands-on
workshop not only celebrates the role of bananas in Singapore’s culinary history, but also highlights the maritime routes that have shaped the local food scene. A key highlight of the session is the mini Singapore banana pie making segment, where participants will learn to craft this beloved local treat, which they can enjoy fresh at the workshop, or take home as a delicious souvenir of the day’s exploration into both food and history.

Dona Manis Cake Shop

Dona Manis Cake Shop is a beloved Singapore heritage bakery where craftsmanship, warmth, and memory meet. Best known for its iconic Singapore banana pie, Dona Manis honours tradition through pastries made with care, consistency, and heart. From Katong to generations of visitors, Dona Manis preserves the spirit of homegrown confectionery while bringing heritage pastries forward with grace, offering not only desserts, but a taste of place, culture, and shared belonging.

Website: www.donamanis.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/dona.manis.cake.shop
Instagram: www.instagram.com/donamaniscakeshop

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