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Located near a district where many Moluccan families live, it\u2019s more than just a place to eat; it\u2019s a link to history. In 1950, many Moluccans were brought to the Netherlands and later placed in separate districts known as the \u201cMolukse wijk.\u201d Despite facing significant challenges in integrating into Dutch society, the Moluccan community has continued to preserve its culture. Chef and restaurant owner Chesron Nanuru, along with filmmaker Uri\u00ebl Matahelumual, share how the second and third generations of Moluccans keep their traditions alive through food and personal connection.<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW128882887 BCX4\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"humamaudio\" style=\"position:relative;overflow:hidden;width:600px;height:40px;margin:20px 0px;\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" width=\"600\" height=\"40\" src=\"https:\/\/stream.hu.nl\/players\/lCzy9Zvd-gUDjC9bv.html\"><\/iframe><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>In Breda, you can find one of the few Moluccan-Indonesian restaurants in the Netherlands &#8211; Senang Makan. Located near a district where many Moluccan families live, it\u2019s more than just a place to eat; it\u2019s a link to history. 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