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The new matcha? Ube takes root in Singapore

Singapore cafes and restaurants are adding ube, a purple yam native to the Philippines, to drinks and dishes. Neon Pigeon and Cafe Mary Grace are among the venues serving the ingredient, as it gains attention as a possible matcha rival.
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