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A feast of 'roti canai' at Ah Koon Kopitiam in Melaka Raya, from indulgent 'roti bom' to a majestic 'roti sarang burung'

MELAKA, Oct. 28 -- This is a true roti canai feast: roti layered with sugar and margarine, roti with barely set eggs in its centre, roti hiding slices of ripe bananas. A saucer of dhal here, a spoonfu... Read More


Get a taste of Italy at home with this classic Neapolitan style pizza, ready for the toppings of your dreams

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct. 25 -- There are some days when the scent of flour and yeast feels more comforting than the aroma of coffee. One thinks of Naples - or rather, of the idea of Naples - where pizza is ... Read More


When the world finally tasted Malaysian Liberica: The rise of the 'third coffee'

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct. 24 -- Sometimes, a cup of coffee tastes like home. Not because it is perfect, but because it is familiar - earthy, floral, a little wild. For Malaysians, that coffee has a name: Lib... Read More


The moment Malaysian coffee found its voice: How Jason Loo stirred our nation's dreams on the world stage

MILAN, Oct. 23 -- When Jason Loo stepped up to the gleaming stage at the World Barista Championship 2025 in Milan, he carried more than beans and espresso machines-he carried Malaysia's hopes. Having... Read More


Brewing balance: Three Malaysian makers on the rise of functional drinks like kombucha and prebiotic sodas

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct. 21 -- There was a time when "drinks" meant little more than teh tarik, a bottle of something fizzy from the vending machine or just plain old H2O. Yet in recent years, Malaysia's b... Read More


Swapping tech for terroir, this Sabahan created Bar Abong, Kota Kinabalu's hidden haven for natural wines and bistro dining

KOTA KINABALU, Oct. 18 -- In the bustling centre of Kota Kinabalu, there's a door you could easily miss. Its modest sign doesn't call attention to itself, but step inside and the hum of conversation ... Read More


'Butterflies' for breakfast? Track down the Yao Zha Go truck for the freshest 'yau char kwai' and 'ma geok' in Taman Desa

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct. 9 -- What does the perfect bite of yau char kwai taste like? For me, it is the gentle crisp that shatters almost immediately, giving way to airy emptiness inside. The cruller shoul... Read More


Turn up the heat with Silli Chilli's family-made ghost pepper chilli sauces

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct. 4 -- A tentative dab on the tongue first, then a second more generous spoonful. The heat builds, creeping up the palate, not so much a slap as a slow, deliberate embrace. Silli Chi... Read More


Firewood expands to KLCC: Michelin-Selected Penang steakhouse coming soon to the capital

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct. 3 -- Firewood, the Penang-based steakhouse distinguished by a Michelin Selection and listed in the World's 101 Best Steak Restaurants, is preparing to make its debut in Kuala Lumpur... Read More


This home turned 'kopitiam' in Sungai Chua, Kajang serves comfort on every plate, from braised chicken to 'nasi lemak ayam rendang'

KAJANG, Sept. 30 -- Chicken, tofu, eggs. At first glance, a humble enough trio, but here they arrive transformed, darkened by soy sauce and spices. The skin of the chicken drumstick has taken on a da... Read More