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From cinnamon-scented 'speculoos' to traditional 'biskut suji', don't miss out on these festive Raya cookies

SHAH ALAM, March 12 -- As the holy month of Ramadan begins, many families who are too busy to bake their own Raya cookies have already started sourcing at both established and new bakeries. They will... Read More


Where to find the best 'kao kha moo' or Thai stewed pork leg rice in KL

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb. 29 -- Kao kha moo or stewed pork leg rice is a popular Thai street food. In Bangkok, nearly every soi (street) will have a stall or motorcycle vendor offering this salty-sweet and c... Read More


Enjoy this deliciously cool bowl of 'Dragon De Coco' to round up the Year of the Dragon!

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb. 24 -- It's practically an annual tradition, even though no one speaks about it. After the last ang pow has been handed out and everyone has had a piece of sweet and greasy bakkwa (o... Read More


From flat whites to falafel gyros, learn how two former baristas are introducing Greek fusion fare to Malaysians

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb. 20 -- Chunks of juicy roasted chicken. Crunchy balls of just-fried falafel. Fresh rings of raw onion, cold slices of tomato. A chilled, creamy yoghurt sauce laced with cucumber and ... Read More


Chockful of hearty ingredients, this 'curry of abundance' promises greater prosperity this CNY

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb. 17 -- A week into the Year of the Wood Dragon and many of us might be getting tired of all that sumptuous feasting and never-ending lou sang sessions. (Shocking, but true!) Now tha... Read More


Instead of hot wings, try these auspicious 'huat' wings for CNY this year

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb. 10 -- More and more of us are eating out during the first couple days of Chinese New Year. Restaurants, in response, have opted to remain open to welcome eager customers. Certainly ... Read More


This Chinese New Year, consider snacking on some 'keto bakkwa' and zero sugar pork crackling

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb. 1 -- If you walk into a Thai boat noodle shop in Bangkok, chances are you'd spot small packets of crunchy fried pork skin on every table. An easy snack or appetiser before the mains... Read More