kenti, kenti, sabrozu! (hot hot, delicious!), 2025
Artwork Description
The traditional gragoh cutlet is not just a recipe; it represents a way of life, a communal experience, and a reminder of the artist’s Eurasian heritage. The phrase kenti, kenti, sabrozu! - a playful exclamation that translates to “hot, hot, delicious!” in Kristang, is a celebration of a deep-rooted tradition, a simple yet profound invitation to savour not just the dish, but the moments and the memories it evokes. It invites viewers to reflect on their own familial connections, histories, and oral stories passed down through generations.
About the artist
Andrea Danker (b. 1996) is a Malaysia-born, Singapore-based visual artist whose work explores the subtle shifts of lived experiences and constructs of inhabitation in time and space. Working across painting, drawing, and installation, she uses storytelling to present new perspectives on everyday events informed by personal narratives and social contexts.
A first-class BA(Hons) Fine Arts graduate from LASALLE College of the Arts, Andrea has exhibited in Undescribed #8 (2023) at DECK Singapore and Across Narrow Waters (2022) at The Substation. She was nominated for the Takifuji Art Award (2021) and won the Winston Oh Travelogue Award (2022).
Andrea has extensive experience as an art educator, workshop facilitator, and private instructor, specializing in guiding students and adults in various mediums, including painting, drawing, and sculpture.