Malaysia is a multicultural country and offers infinite varieties of different cuisines. It’s a gastronomic adventure for foodies and tourists alike from Indian curries to Malay desserts, savoury and spicy Peranakan and Eurasian food to the eclectic repertoire of Chinese dishes from the many provinces of China. The gastronomic adventure begins with the tantalizing of[…]

Looking for a flavourful dish that you can make in just 30 minutes? Then you’ve come to the right page. We’ve got a ridiculously easy, “lick the spoon” clean pasta dish. How good is it? Well, if you’re a fan of butter, then you’ll just fall in love with it. Butter adds richness and creamy[…]

Do you have a fussy little eater in the house? Or are your kids bored from lack of activity during these trying times? How about letting them “play” with food? Teaching your kids how to cook is one of the best gifts you can give them. Getting them involved in prepping and cooking their meals[…]

Everyone had those moments where you smell something and it instantly transports you back to your childhood. It could be the time when your grandma was wearing her oven mitts and pulling out a freshly baked chicken pie from the oven, or your mom cooking your favourite curry dish. Have you eaten or smelled something[…]

When it comes to putting a healthy meal together every single day, it can get a little boring when you’re faced with the same meat and veggie dishes. Just because you are trying to eat healthy, doesn’t mean you must skimp on flavour and stick to plain white meat. Spice up your meal with something[…]

From saltwater and freshwater fish to deep water shellfish, seafood is a beloved delicacy. However, many shy away from seafood with the perception that they are unhealthy. But do you know that seafood is good for people of all ages? There are so many great benefits from eating seafood. It is an excellent source of[…]

Scallops are a type of shellfish that has a rich flavour, a springy texture and tastes absolutely awesome. They are tender and delicate with a mild sweetness to it. It may seem like a delicate seafood to prepare, but no worries, scallops are actually very easy to cook. Scallops can be cooked in many ways.[…]

Rich and creamy with a hint of spices, lontong consists of compressed steamed rice cakes soaked in a coconut milk vegetable curry stew. A dish commonly found in cafes, hawker centers and restaurants in Indonesia, Malaysia and Singapore. Cooked with a medley of vegetables, tempe, tofu, spices and coconut milk, it is a staple breakfast[…]

The balik kampung experience is synonymous with the festive holiday season in Malaysia. With Hari Raya just around the corner, the thought of the festivities and tucking in on delectable cuisines certainly warms the heart. This Hari Raya, let’s take a gastronomical adventure to feast on some of the delicacies found during the celebrations. Lemang[…]

Festivals like Hari Raya are synonymous with sumptuous spreads and feasting. Hard as it is to resist traditional Malay fare like lemang, rendang, ketupat and lontong, it is best not to overindulge after a month-long of fasting. That is because during the fasting month, your body, particularly your digestive system, makes quite a transition during[…]