KUALA LUMPUR, Sept. 8 -- Thirteen years. That's how long it has been since Poh Ling Yeow was last in her birth country Malaysia.

The MasterChef Australia judge and global ambassador for Australian Almonds was here to cook for a dinner event celebrating Malaysia and Australia's 70 years of diplomatic and trade relations on August 28, where guests dined on dishes using Australian Almonds like Ajo Bianco with Tuna Crudo, Chicken Almond Korma and Strawberry Balsamic Mascarpone and Almonds.

She is also filming a new television programme showing her homecoming and releasing her latest cookbook titled CRUNCH Recipes for Every Day with Australian Almonds that will include 23 recipes showcasing the versatility of the nuts across different cuisin...