An Indonesian family is posed around their Tongkonan, a traditional and deeply symbolic boat-shaped house. The family is still in their parade outfits, ones you’d wear for a boisterous funeral.

An and her aunt, Deborah Kinton, made a Tongkonan. Faith An and Deborah Kinton took home the grand prize in the 31st annual National Gingerbread House competition.

With the use of Catgut Dental Sutures and Stevia Leaves, Difficult Dessert Devotees, “Christmas at Tongkonan” – Fuquay-Varina. Longest Standing Competitor. Merry Spafford, “A Classical ...

The Tongkonan is a traditional house of Toraja communities. Photo by Eko Rusdianto. The Tongkonan, and their construction, are a large part of the region’s cultural identity.

A whimsical creation by an aunt and niece from Fuquay-Varina was the top winner in the 2023 edition of the annual National Gingerbread House Competition held at Asheville's Grove Park Inn.

What to know about The Omni Grove Park Inn's 32nd annual National Gingerbread House ... winning the $7,500 grand prize and awards package for their piece titled “Christmas at the Tongkonan ...

PIKIRAN RAKYAT - Nestled amidst the mountainous terrain of South Sulawesi, Indonesia, reside the Toraja people, renowned for their unique culture and traditions. At the heart of their identity is the ...

They’re made of gum paste, and the Tongkonan is gingerbread. Fuquay-Varina residents Faith An and her aunt, Deborah Kinton, won this year’s National Gingerbread House Competition at Asheville ...