Culinary Delights

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CONTENTS

Map of Malaysia 2 Tantalising 13 Flavoursome Indian Fare 19 Malaysia, A Destination for Char Kuay Teow Indian Breads Culinary Adventures 4 Mee Chicken Tandoori Hainanese Chicken Leaf Rice Mouth-watering Malay Delicacies 7 Briyani Rice , & Joo Hoo Eng Chai and Yee Sang Mamak Moon Pengat Pisang Myanmar Laos

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PERLIS South China Sea Langkawi Kangar Straits of Malacca MALAYSIA Langkawi Brunei Darussalam International Kuala Lumpur Airport Alor Setar Kota Bharu Pulau Singapore Payar Pulau Perhentian KEDAH Indonesia Tunku Abdul Rahman Park Pulau Redang Kota Kinabalu PENANG International Sandakan Kota Airport George Town Kinabalu Kinabalu Park Penang KELANTAN International PERAK Labuan Airport TERENGGANU SOUTH CHINA SABAH Lahad Datu Ipoh SEA Brunei Taman Negara Darussalam Lawas Cameron Highlands Pulau Pangkor Limbang Tawau Pulau Pangkor Laut PAHANG Miri STRAITS Pulau Mabul OF MALACCA Fraser’s Hill Kuantan Pulau Sipadan Berjaya Hills Genting Highlands SELANGOR Mulu National Park Subang Shah Alam Kuala Lumpur Putrajaya NEGERI Pulau Tioman Bintulu CELEBES SEA KLIA 2 SEMBILAN Seremban Kuala Lumpur International Pulau Airport (KLIA) Rawa MELAKA Melaka City JOHOR Pulau Sibu Sibu SARAWAK Senai International Airport Tanjung Manis Kuching Johor Bahru International LEGEND Glossary Airport Capital City International Airport Pulau - Island Singapore Federal Territory Domestic Airport Gunung - Mountain Kuching State Capital Marine Park State Border Highland Resort Indonesia International Border National Park

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Savoury Nyonya Dishes 25 Exotic Ethnic Fare 35 Useful Information 41 Curry Chicken Kapitan Mee Tuaran Eating out Ayam Pongteh Glossary Assam Curry Garoupa Cooking Classes Enche Kabin Gourmet Tour Packages Nyonya Laksa Sarawak Malaysia at a Glance Manok Pansoh Tourism Malaysia Offices Mee Kolok Enticing Portuguese Fusion 31 Devil’s Curry Itik Teem Chicken Malaysia, A Destination for Culinary Adventures

Malaysia truly is a land of plenty. The country is endowed with beautiful beaches, invigorating highlands, verdant jungles teeming with flora and fauna, vibrant cities, charming countrysides and a spectrum of colourful cultures.

Malaysia is an amalgamation of three major races, the Malay, Chinese and Indian, as well as a myriad of ethnic groups from Sabah and Sarawak. The potpourri is enriched further with the influence of the Thai, British and Portuguese cultures. This cultural diversity can be seen and experienced in many facets of Malaysian life, from its festivals and celebrations to its splendid array of mouth-watering .

One interesting way to explore Malaysia is through its food. The culinary journey will give visitors an insight into the lifestyles, cultures and traditions of the people. Eating out is certainly a gastronomic adventure, as the food here ranges from aromatic Malay dishes, delectable Chinese delicacies, to spicy Indian fare. Malaysia offers some of Asia’s finest cuisine, given the wide variety of cooking styles and cultural influences.

Food connoisseurs can rest assured that there are many exclusive restaurants that offer fine dining amidst a charming ambience. Alternatively, eat al-fresco at the open-air food courts. Urban areas abound with fast-food outlets, trendy cafés and delicatessens. In major cities with a cosmopolitan lifestyle such as Kuala Lumpur, visitors will find many restaurants serving As the staple food for many , rice comes in diverse styles and recipes. international fare.

Malaysia’s tropical climate provides the ideal setting for a 4 variety of fruits, and herbs to flourish. Join a cooking class to learn about the variety of tropical herbs that add flavour to Malaysian dishes.

Visitors to Kuala Lumpur will find a great array of restaurants, located conveniently around major tourist attractions. Situated at a height of 282 metres above ground level, The Atmosphere 360o Revolving Restaurant offers a magical experience for patrons. This revolving restaurant takes patrons atop the world-famous Petronas Twin Towers, and offers a sprawling view of the city while they dine. Saloma Theatre Restarant, situated in the vicinity of Malaysia Tourism Centre (MATIC), dishes out a delectable spread of authentic Malay fare. To sample the endless variety of street food, visitors can explore places such as Jalan Alor and Kampung Baru.

To enrich visitors’ experience, there are culinary tours and cooking workshops where visitors can learn the fine art of Malaysian cooking. Homestay programmes offer the unique opportunity to watch how Malay food and delicacies are prepared. Savour the tantalising spread with your host family.

As a Muslim country, halal food (food that is permissible for Muslims) is easily available. Most restaurants serve halal cuisine, but when in doubt, visitors are advised to ask, just to be sure. In major towns, there is also food for people with special preferences, such as vegetarians.

Malaysians enjoy eating at any time of the day – breakfast, , teatime, , supper and any time in between. The many festivals and celebrations call for a tantalising spread of food and delicacies. To sample some of the festive specialties, visitors can participate in the national-level open house celebrations held in conjunction with the festivals.

5 The passion for food has made Malaysia one of the best destinations for a culinary adventure. There are new tastes to savour, and delightful surprises to be discovered in almost every part of the country. Aside from Kuala Lumpur, visitors should not miss a trip to Penang, nicknamed ‘Malaysia’s food capital’ for its bewildering selection of food. Popular spots include Gurney Drive, New Lane and Swa Tow. The historical city of Melaka not only offers a glimpse into the country’s history, but provides visitors with a taste of the unique Peranakan and Nyonya fare.

Each state in Malaysia boasts its own specialty fare. Terengganu, situated on the peninsula’s east Impress friends and family back home with , the Malay lacy pancake. coast, is famed for its keropok or fish crackers and . The southern gateway to Malaysia, Johor, is famous for laksa Johor, nasi briyani gam and otak-otak. Kelantan, a state steeped in culture and traditions, is known for its fragrant blue-coloured rice called and its tempting assortment of such as kuih and jala mas.

Malaysia’s tropical weather has endowed it with a wide variety of exotic fruits such as , rambutan, jackfruit, star fruit, banana, pineapple, , , guava and more. These fruits are mostly served after meals in place of desserts and sometimes are cooked and added into dishes as ingredients.

The cuisine featured here is but a sample of the titillating array that awaits visitors. There is a diverse spread of lip-smacking delights available, if you are adventurous enough to explore. Here are a handful of recipes that transcend cultural borders and have made their way to the hearts (and stomachs) of all Malaysians.

Let the adventure begin.

Durian, dubbed the ‘King of Fruits’ can only be found within this region. A must-try for any visitor to Malaysia.

6 Exotic tropical fruits are available all year round. Mouth-watering Malay Delicacies

Malay cuisine is as interesting and extraordinary as its people. The culinary fare of the Malay community orginates from a diverse historical heritage. Influences from the Indonesian, Indian, Thai, Arabic and Chinese cooking styles have created a culinary legacy that is both distinct and exotic.

7 Rice, or ‘nasi’ in the national language, is the staple and are available at many diet in most Malay meals. In Malay cooking, rice supermarkets or convenience stores, but the best can be creatively presented in various methods way to get fresh produce is from local markets and recipes. Popular rice dishes are nasi lemak, and night markets known as pasar malam. Among , nasi dagang, nasi kerabu, nasi himpit the most well-known is Pasar Siti Khadijah in or ketupat, bubur nasi and many more. Given its Kelantan. This bustling bazaar is where the traders, versatility, rice can be eaten as breakfast, lunch and mostly women, sell everything from fresh local dinner. It is also the traditional favourite during greens to intricate handicrafts. festive occasions and celebrations. In Kedah, the state known as ‘The Ricebowl of Malaysia’, there Malay food can be found everywhere, from is even a Paddy Museum that is dedicated to all roadside stalls to chic restaurants. One way to aspects of rice. experience the diversity of Malay dishes, desserts and beverages is to visit a Bazaar Ramadan, an When eaten plain, rice is accompanied by a open-air market that sprouts up at nearly every selection of side dishes, which are mostly searingly corner during the Muslim fasting month. More spicy and heavily laced with aromatic flavours. In delicacies can be savoured during the festivals of traditional Malay cooking, fresh fragrant herbs and Hari Raya Aidilfitri and Hari Raya Aidiladha. roots such as lemongrass, , , Bazaar Ramadan offers a wide leaves, fresh and dried chillies, , polygonum, Popular Malay fare includes nasi lemak, satay, selection of sumptuous dishes. torch ginger, roots, and pandanus rendang and laksa. You can also expect a huge leaves are common ingredients. Other ingredients selection of sweet and savoury Malay desserts include rich , used to give a creamy such as kuih (), bubur () and ais texture, while is used for a little tang. kacang to complement your dining experience. Pork and liquor however, are strictly prohibited as are Muslims, and only consume food and Gula Melaka, or palm sugar beverages that are halal. enriches the flavour of many Malay desserts. Most Malays love pungent food. To up any Malay meal, many would opt for a dollop of , or a spicy that is similar to a . There are many types of sambal, the most famous being the ubiquitous sambal belacan. Made of dried, fermented shrimp, belacan is an integral ingredient in Malay dishes and most Malaysian dishes for the matter. When uncooked, the smell of belacan may be unappealing, but locals swear that it adds a certain depth and richness to gravies and .

Fresh local produce is available at , a raw of fresh herbs and markets such as Pasar Siti Khadijah vegetables, is usually eaten with in Kelantan. sambal belacan.

8 Malay kampung folk usually get together to grill lemang and weave Roti Jala ketupat in preparation for Hari Raya.

Rendang Ketupat, Lemang & Rendang The sight of ketupat hanging in the kitchen, the smell of lemang being grilled Ingredients : and the spicy aroma of rendang are definite features during the Muslim 1 1/4 liters Coconut milk festivals of Hari Raya Aililfitri and Aidiladha. Ketupat is rice cake, or rice 1 Turmeric leaf, torn and dumpling, cooked in a pouch made from intricately woven coconut leaves. knotted 5 Kaffir lime leaves It is usually savoured with serunding (beef or chicken floss), sauce or 1 stalk Lemongrass, pressed rendang. 1-2 pieces Asam Gelugur (tamarind) 10 Red chillies, finely sliced Rendang is a luxuriously spiced dry curry made of beef or chicken. Like most 1 kg Beef (fat and sinew Malay food, the spicier it is, the better. Rendang also goes well with other food removed) cut into 3 cm cubes including rice and . It is also eaten with lemang or glutinous rice Spices (ground) cooked with coconut milk in hallowed bamboo trunks, and barbecued over 3 tbs Chopped galangal 1/2 tbs Chopped turmeric open fire. 1/2 tbs Chopped ginger 200 g Red chillies 4 Salt to taste Roti Jala A popular teatime entrée, roti jala is one of the most unique Malay culinary Method : Simmer coconut milk with turmeric leaf, kaffir creations. This lacy pancake literally means ‘net bread’, named so for its lime leaves, lemongrass, asam gelugur, sliced web-like appearance. It is made from a creamy batter of plain flour, eggs, chillies and ground spices until the milk thickens butter and coconut milk with a dash of turmeric for colour. A special metal or and becomes oily. Reduce heat, add beef and cook until tender. Stir occasionally until the spices plastic funnel with small holes is used to achieve the lacy effect. The batter is become dry and turn brown. then cooked briefly over a greased hot griddle, and usually rolled or folded. Roti jala goes great with all types of and gravies.

Rendang makes a great accompaniment for ketupat.

9 Nasi Lemak

Ingredients : for rice Nasi Lemak 1 cup Rice Nasi lemak is the national meal of Malaysia. Well, unofficially. But considering 3 Pandanus leaves 1 Grated coconut the love Malaysians have for nasi lemak, it may as well be. If there is anything Salt to taste that is quintessentially Malaysian, nasi lemak would definitely sum it up.

Method : Nasi lemak is rice cooked in rich, creamy coconut milk and flavoured with pandanus leaf, ginger and lemongrass for fragrance and that unforgettable Clean the rice and drain. Squeeze out 2 cups of taste. thick coconut milk, add in with the rice along with pandanus leaves. Add in salt. If you desire, you can also add in some sliced shallots and ginger. Typically, nasi lemak is served with fried and , hard-boiled egg, cucumber slices and a dollop of sambal. Die-hard fans of this meal love Ingredients : for anchovies sambal (sambal ikan bilis) to have their nasi lemak with many other side dishes such as , 1 Bombay fried cow lungs in chilly or cuttlefish gravy. When is the best time to have nasi 1/2 cup Dried ikan bilis (anchovies) 1 Garlic lemak? Anytime. And it is available at just about anywhere from roadside stalls, 2 tbsp Tamarind juice food courts, restaurants to five-star hotels. 4 Shallots 8 Dried chillies Belacan paste (optional) – available at most Southeast Asian stores Salt and sugar to taste Method :

Fry the anchovies until crisp and put aside. Grind belacan paste together with shallots, garlic and deseeded dried chillies. Slice the Bombay onion into rings. Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a pan and fry the ground ingredients until fragrant. Add in the onion rings. Then, add tamarind juice, salt, sugar. Leave it to cook, stirring occasionally until the gravy thickens. Add in the anchovies and mix well. Serve with steaming hot nasi lemak, accompanied by halved Nasi lemak, Malaysia’s most popular meal, hard-boil eggs, slices of cucumber and fried peanuts. is eaten at any time of the day.

10 Each state has its own specialty laksa.

Laksa The name laksa is derived from a Sanskrit word, ‘lakhsa’, which means ‘a lot’. It refers to the many ingredients, and effort, put into making this rich, delicious dish. In general, there are two types of laksa - assam laksa, a tangy and curry laksa, its thicker, creamier counterpart. There are significant differences between the Chinese, Peranakan and Malay laksa but the base and essence are the same. Ingredients for laksa consist mainly of fish, usually mackerel or prawns, cooked with a myriad of aromatic herbs and spices. Laksa is accompanied by other condiments and garnishing such as shredded cucumber, pineapple, bean sprouts or mint leaves. Satay is barbequed and served outdoors.

Each region or state has its own signature laksa. The most famous of course is the Penang assam laksa, a sweet-sour hawker dish popular across Malaysia. The least soupy of all the variants of laksa is probably laksa Johor, which is traditionally eaten with hands. Laksam is Kelantan’s specialty, made from rice flour and eaten with a thick fish gravy cooked with coconut milk. Laksa Sarawak is slightly different as it uses belacan rather than fish and a host of other herbs and spices.

Satay Satay is probably Malaysia’s most famous contribution to the culinary world. From San Francisco to Melbourne, the appetite-stirring aroma of grilled Malaysian satay permeates. It is even one of the main menus served on Malaysia Airlines, the national carrier. Satay, also spelled ‘sate’, are small pieces of meat (either marinated chicken, beef or mutton) skewered on sticks and barbecued over a charcoal fire. It is then brushed with oil mixed with honey and other spices. Satay is served with cucumber wedges, and rice cakes called ketupat or nasi himpit. What makes satay so special though, is the spicy Satay is a popular Malay fare known peanut dip. around the world.

Satay stalls are usually open after the sun has set and they are found in most cities and towns. The most talked-about satay in Malaysia is perhaps satay . There are also other variants of satay available, like in Melaka. Satay celup refers to raw or semi-boiled seafood on skewers, akin to steamboat or locally known as lok-lok. As its name suggests, one must celup or dunk it in a boiling pot of water before eating it with a special sauce.

11 Dodol Ais Kacang

Pengat Pisang Ais Kacang Ais kacang or air batu campur (ABC) as it is sometimes called, is probably Ingredients : the most popular Malaysian . It is a concoction of sweet and colourful 500 ml Water ingredients like sweet red beans, (cincau), cream corn, ground 50 gm pearls (optional) 150 gm Palm sugar, roughly chopped peanuts (kacang), sometimes , and other ingredients. It is added to 200 gm Half-ripe , peeled and sliced a mound of , drizzled with a generous amount of syrup, palm 200 ml Thick coconut milk 1/4 tsp Salt to taste sugar and evaporated milk. In some shops, ais kacang special is topped with a scoop of of your choice. This delightful combination of colours, Method : tastes and textures is a favourite treat especially on hot days, and after a Boil the water and add the sago pearls. Boil for spicy meal. It is available at almost any restaurant. 10 minutes, stirring continuously to separate the sago and prevent it from settling at the bottom of the pot. Turn off fire and cover the pot. Set Dodol aside for 10 minutes. Drain the sago, and rinse in Every festive season has its special delicacies. The Muslim festival of Hari Raya running water. Then set it aside. Bring the palm Aidilfitri would not be complete without dodol. This sweet, gooey, gelatinous sugar and water to a boil, stirring continuously to dissolve the sugar. Add in bananas, coconut treat is made from rice flour, palm sugar and coconut milk, continuously milk and salt. Stir over a medium flame until the stirred in a large wok over fire for five to six hours. In a traditional Malay mixture comes to a boil. Add the cooked sago pearls, stir and remove from heat. Serve warm. kampung, neighbours usually come together to toil over this mix as Hari Raya approaches. This ritual helps to strengthen the spirit of goodwill, unity and harmony amongst kampung folk. These days, dodol is sold especially during the fasting month at Bazaar Ramadan. Some homestay programmes even offer tourists the chance to try their hand at the art of dodol-making.

Pengat Pisang Pengat is a local dessert that is made from tropical fruits cooked in coconut milk and palm sugar. There is a whole range of pengat available in Malaysia, such as pengat durian (a fruit with a thorny outer skin but sweet creamy flesh), pengat ubi (), pengat pisang (banana), pengat jagung (sweet corn), pengat sago and the list goes on. Pengat pisang is a pretty simple dessert to make and it tastes delicious. Not too rich, not too sweet but an excellent conclusion to a satisfying meal. Pengat Pisang

12 Tantalising Chinese Cuisine

Chinese cuisine is widely popular in Malaysia. The appeal of Chinese food is due to its fresh ingredients, variety of cooking styles and easy availability. Aside from the influence of local cooking methods, the inherited culinary traditions of the Cantonese, Szechuan, Hokkien, Hakka, Teochew and Hainanese make food one of the most tantalising and diverse.

13 Chinese fare is generally mild, stir-fried and is on the eve of the New Year, when family best savoured when it is piping hot. Lunchtime members from near and far come together for a favourites include rice, served with meat and Reunion Dinner to rekindle family ties and enjoy a side dishes. are another glorious feast. versatile and staple favourite. One can choose either fried, soup or curried noodles. The dishes that are normally prepared for the reunion dinner each present a symbolic meaning. Over time, adaptations and variations of classic Dumplings are served to imply wealth as they Chinese cuisine were made to suit Malaysians’ look like ancient gold nuggets while whole fish or discerning taste. Creative touches were given by chicken represents prosperity and completeness. adding local ingredients, which led to the birth of Noodles suggest longevity and yee sang is the delicious new recipes that are uniquely Malaysian. symbol of prosperity. Even oranges and tangerines Visitors will find a plethora of Chinese dining convey the meaning of long-lasting relationships, outlets in Malaysia, from restaurants that serve happiness and a good future. expensive delicacies such as shark’s fin or bird’s nest soup to hawker stalls that sell char kuay teow The Mid-Autumn or Moon Cake Festival is (fried flat noodles) and bah kut teh (pork bone another interesting celebration for the Chinese soup). Chinese vegetarian meals are also easily community. Celebrated on the fifteenth day of Mandarin oranges are given to friends available. the eighth Lunar month, this festival is marked by and family during Chinese New Year to lantern processions by children and adults alike. symbolise a long-lasting relationship . In most towns, visitors will find ‘kopitiams’, or During this time, Malaysian Chinese exchange traditional Chinese coffee shops that exude moon cakes with friends and family as an an old-world ambience and charm. Typically, expression of their best wishes. a kopitiam serves food and that are exclusively Malaysian Chinese. It is a place For visitors who are keen to know about the where friends meet up and exchange news culture and traditions of the Chinese, the Chinese over a plateful of boiled eggs, thick slices of History Museum in Sarawak offers a fascinating toast generously drizzled with butter and kaya insight. (), and washed down with a strong cup of authentic, locally brewed coffee. The quaint décor and homemade dishes make dining here an interesting experience. Braised Mushroom and Abalone The main festival for the Chinese community is the Lunar New Year. It is a time for lion dances, firecrackers, family gatherings and handing out of Mandarin oranges and ang pow (little red packets filled with money). The highlight of the festivities

A sumptuous feast served during the Enjoy a strong cup of authentic local Reunion Dinner. coffee at a kopitiam.

14 Hawker stalls abound, offering fast and sumptuous meals.

Char Kuay Teow

Ingredients : Char Kuay Teow A plateful of sizzling char kuay teow is easily one of the most popular items 150 gm Kuay teow (flat ) 75 gm Prawns from the Chinese kitchen. Kuay teow, or a type of flat noodle, is fried over 30 gm high heat with lip-smacking ingredients such as prawns, chicken, cockles, chives 20 gm Bean sprouts 1 Egg as well as light and dark . It is topped with a generous amount of 30 gm Cockles (shells removed) crunchy bean sprouts. Duck’s eggs are sometimes added to give it that extra flavour. As customers queue up for this scrumptious dish, the cook deftly Seasoning : stir-fries the contents in a huge iron wok. The most famous and sought-after 1/2 tbs Thick black soy sauce char kuay teow is found on the famous gourmet island of Penang. However, 1 tbs Soy sauce 1 tbs Chicken powder the dish is available everywhere from roadside stalls and pasar malam (night Chili paste markets) to food courts in shopping complexes and five-star hotels. 1/2 tbs Method :

First heat wok, and add 3 tablespoons of cooking oil. Sauté prawns till half cooked and put it aside. Heat the wok again, add in oil and stir-fry the noodles, adding in all the seasoning. Fry for about 3 minutes. Then add in chives and bean sprouts. Stir-fry again and add in cockles and eggs. Finally, add in the fried prawns. Sprinkle some fried shallots and sprigs for garnishing. Serve hot.

15 Yellow noodles, vermicelli and kuay teow are among the many types of noodles served.

Curry Mee

Ingredients A : 2 Deep-fried cake, cubed Curry mee is a dish that is uniquely Malaysian. It is mainly a bowl of either 75 gm Cooked chicken 10 gm Long beans yellow noodles or vermicelli (beehoon) served in a spicy curry made from 10 gm curry powder, coconut milk and a host of other spices and ingredients. It 5 gm Foo pei (dried bean curd skin) 150 gm Yellow noodles contains fried tofu and meat (prawns, cuttlefish or chicken, or all). Curry mee is garnished with shredded chicken meat, crunchy bean sprouts and mint Ingredients B : leaves, and perfected with a dollop of sambal. 2 Coconut milk (separated into 2 portions) 20 gm Lemongrass (chopped) 20 gm Shallots (chopped) 50 gm Curry powder 5 gm Curry leaves 10 gm Chili paste Method :

Poach all items in ingredients A separately and put them aside. Then heat wok, and add three spoons Char Kuay Teow of oil. Add all ingredients B except for the coconut milk, sauté until aroma permeates, then only add a portion of coconut milk and leave the concoction to boil. Next, add in the remaining portion of coconut milk and leave it to simmer. Add all poached items into the curry soup and serve while it’s hot.

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Hainanese Chicken Rice Hainanese chicken rice is one of the most common and economical rice meals available in Malaysia. Originating from the island of Hainan in China, the dish can now be found at virtually every food stall and eatery all over the country. It is a simple and tasty rice dish that gives both carbohydrate and protein. The succulent chicken is boiled or steamed with a rich stock of chicken bones, or barbequed. Sometimes, the chicken is first dipped in ice-cold water to produce a smooth texture. The rice is the true essence of this dish. It is cooked in chicken stock, with salt, garlic and ginger. Hainanese chicken rice is garnished with cucumber, , cilantro and accompanied by a bowl of chicken broth. A savoury sauce made of chilli, garlic, ginger and lime juice completes the meal. Yong Tau Foo

Yong Tau Foo This is a dish of Hakka origins, which has gained popularity in Malaysia. Yong tau foo literally means ‘stuffed bean curd’. Essentially, the stuffed tofu containing fishballs, crabsticks, vegetables and wantan are served in clear soup and can be eaten just as it is or with noodles or rice. It is also delectable when dipped in a specially-made chili sauce and sweet brown gravy. Aside from restaurants, yong tau foo can also be found at Malaysian night markets.

Joo Hoo Eng Chai (Cuttlefish Salad) Looking for an appetiser or just a light but delicious ? Try joo hoo eng chai, or more popularly known by its Malay name, sotong kangkong. This succulent salad is uniquely Malaysian and is not easily found anywhere else, well except maybe in the neighboring country of Singapore. A popular hawker fare, it is made of cuttlefish, water convolvulus or water spinach (kangkong) as it is sometimes called, a sweet prawn-based sauce and sprinkled with ground peanuts or toasted sesame seeds. Joo Hoo Eng Chai

Popiah A popular snack, popiah refers to deep-fried spring rolls. Wrapped in a paper- thin crêpe, popiah contains a tasty filling made of turnip (locally known as sengkuang or jicama), bean sprouts, French beans, carrots and prawns. Crisp lettuce leaves, shredded omelette and chopped peanuts are added to give it a crunchy texture and extra taste. For the health-conscious, popiah can also be served fresh without frying.

17 Yee Sang

Yee Sang Yee sang or raw fish salad is synonymous with the Chinese New Year celebration in Malaysia. Dubbed the ‘prosperity dish’, yee sang is made from a mélange of thin slices of raw fish, jellyfish, shredded vegetables, herbs, spices and oil. The best part of having yee sang is when it is tossed and mixed together by family members in a warm and joyous atmosphere, while cheering “Low Hei!” (let’s dig in!). The tossing of yee sang is believed to bring good fortune and wealth in the upcoming year. Besides strengthening bonds between family members, yee sang also symbolises happiness and longevity.

Claypot Rice Claypot Rice The claypot rice, or sa po fan in the Chinese language, is a simple meal which can be found across Asia. At its most basic, this meal is rice infused in dark soy sauce and topped with diced chicken, , mushrooms and other ingredients. It is cooked in an earthen vessel over charcoaled fire, which gives it the distinct flavour. It is said that the best part of this dish is getting to the nutty, slightly charred crust at the bottom and sides of the claypot. This popular dish can be found at the many Chinese restaurants and food courts around the country.

Moon Cake Every fifteenth day of the eight lunar month, Chinese people from all over the world celebrate the Mid-Autumn or Moon Cake Festival. Moon cakes are also called the ‘reunion cake’ as family members reunite and savour this sweet treat. Moon cake is a traditional Chinese shaped to resemble the full moon. During this time, Chinese restaurants and supermarkets are filled

Moon Cake with moon cakes containing a variety of fillings – from traditional fillings such as lotus paste and red bean to more creative and imaginative flavours such as taro, chocolate, coffee, cheese, custard, green tea, pandan and durian. There are also other savory options such as yam paste with chicken, or ham. It usually comes with salted duck’s egg yolk in the centre which represents the full moon.

18 Flavoursome Indian Fare

The Indian culture, customs and cuisine have a strong foothold in Malaysia, ingrained over centuries of trading with the Malay Archipelago. The Indians have shared their robust spices with fellow Malaysians, and therefore enriching many local cuisines.

19 Indian cuisine is generally spicy, flavourful and Although the northern state of Penang is piquant as spices are the essence of Indian fare. regarded as the stronghold of authentic Mamak The harmonious blend of , fenugreek, cuisine, these days Mamak restaurants are found , coriander seeds, cumin seeds, , throughout Malaysia and have become a firm poppy seeds, turmeric, fennel, , saffron and favourite among city folks. Open round-the-clock, chilli not only enhances the flavour of the food, Mamak restaurants provide an open-air, casual but also adds character to the dishes. dining ambience. Aside from its irresistible taste, affordability is another key factor that gives Mamak Traditional Indian food in Malaysia can be broadly food its overwhelming popularity. Mamak food is classified into two distinct types - North and halal or permissible for Muslims. South Indian. A typical South Indian meal consists of rice, curry, side dishes and yoghurt served on a One of the best ways to experience Indian culture banana leaf. North Indian favourites include briyani and sample the cuisine is by making a trip to the rice, grilled meat and bread varieties such as , Little India enclaves in Kuala Lumpur, Selangor and roti parata and chapathi served with aromatic and Penang. In Kuala Lumpur for instance, Jalan Masjid Indians adorn their homes with colourful kolam in spice-laden curries and . India and attract shoppers from all over anticipating Deepavali. for their wide range of products, including textiles, Indian breads or rice are also served on a thali, a jewellery, accessories, spices, herbs and religious circular metal tray while the curries or chutneys paraphernalia. Visitors will find a number of Indian are served in small metal bowls called katori, and Mamak restaurants, offering delicious meals or placed on top of the thali. Aside from rice, Indian such as and vadai. Munchies such breads such as thosai, and poori are easily as mixed nuts and are other favourites, found, served with delectable accompaniments commonly sold by hawkers. And to wash down, in the form of and chutney. There are also how about a refreshing bowl of cendol? a number of vegetarian restaurants in Malaysia and most Indian restaurants offer sumptuous The Little India precincts are especially packed vegetarian dishes. during festive seasons, when Malaysians come in droves to get the best deals for beautiful textiles, A unique variant of Indian cuisine in Malaysia is new garments and home decorative items. Mamak food. Mamak (originating from the word mama or ‘uncle’ in Tamil) is in essence, Indian One of the main celebrations for the Indian Muslims of Malaysian nationality. They are well- community is Deepavali, or the Festival of Lights. known for their lip-smacking food, characterised During this time, houses are cleaned, lit with by thick, spicy and gravy-laden dishes. Signature traditional lamps and decorated with the colourful Mamak dishes include nasi kandar, mee goreng kolam. After the morning prayers at the temple, mamak, mamak and . many Indians hold open houses to receive guests. The festive season is also an excellent time to savour traditional delicacies such as and sweet balls known as . Mamak offerings are fast, unique and most importantly, affordable.

Indian festive delicacies such as muruku and laddu can be savoured during Deepavali.

20 Healthy and tasty, Indian breads are easy favourites for many.

Chicken Tandoori

Indian Breads Ingredients for the marinade : Unleavened breads are the staple food for most Indians. They are healthy, 250 gm Yoghurt tasty and come in a great variety from , naan, thosai, roti to . 50 gm Ginger (paste) These breads are usually eaten with your own selection of spicy curries, rich 50 gm Garlic (paste) chutneys or exquisite sauces. Thosai and naan have become firm favourites 1 tbs Red chilli powder 1/4 cup Cooking oil among Malaysians. Thosai is a crispy crépe made from a thick batter of rice 1 tsp Salt flour and black gram dhal fermented overnight. Varieties of thosai include Cooking ingredients : masala thosai (thosai with potato filling) and egg thosai. Naan resembles bread and can be eaten plain or stuffed with delectable fillings such as 1 Medium-sized chicken (cut) vegetable masala, raisins, cheese or keema (a dry meat curry). Indian breads 2 tbs Salt 2 tbs Melted butter are sold in most Indian and Mamak restaurants across Malaysia. 1 tbs Lime juice Method : Chicken Tandoori This dish derives its name from the tandoor, a cylindrical clay oven in which it Mix well all the ingredients for marinating, then is cooked. It is believed that cooking in a tandoor oven retains the juices and coat the mix all over chicken pieces and leave it marinated for at least 6 hours. When it is ready taste of the meat or bread, making it even more succulent. To make this dish, to cook, grill the chicken for about 15 minutes chicken is marinated in yoghurt and luxuriously seasoned with garlic, ginger, until they turn golden red. Continuously turn the chicken over each side. Finally, when it is fully cumin, cayenne pepper and a host of other spices. It goes great with naan or cooked, serve in a bed of lettuce, garnish with rice or can be savoured on its own with a mint sauce. Chicken tandoori can be lemon or lime wedges and fresh coriander leaves. found in many Indian restaurants serving authentic Indian cuisine and Mamak As an alternative to the tandoor oven, you can grill using the conventional oven or barbeque. stalls around the country.

Chicken Tandoori

21 Banana Leaf Rice

Banana Leaf Rice A staple South Indian fare, the banana leaf rice features a mound of steaming plain rice with a generous amount of spicy curry and accompanied by an assortment of delicious side dishes, all served on a banana leaf. Papadum, or crispy lentil crackers, yoghurt and pickles complete the meal. Banana leaf rice is generally a vegetarian fare, but meat-based curries, deep-fried chicken and fish are readily available. It is believed that the steam from the rice releases the banana leaf’s coating, which helps to ease digestion.

Briyani Rice Briyani rice is an ambrosial Mughal dish that tastes as good as it smells. To ensure that every grain of rice is infused with spices, it is first fried with and spices such as cinnamon, ginger,

Briyani Rice saffron and garlic. Then it is cooked with meat stock and pieces of either chicken, mutton or fish, and sometimes eggs. Although it is delicious just as it is, briyani rice is served with side dishes such as curries or gravies, , pickles and papadum. This flavourful cuisine has also made its way into the Malay culture, so much so that nowadays, it is the main menu served during weddings and special occasions.

Nasi Kandar Your visit to the Mamak restaurant would not be complete without trying the nasi kandar. This signature Mamak fare originates from Penang. In the olden days, vendors used to balance or kandar steel containers on their shoulders with a wooden bar while they walked around to sell their food. Hence the name, nasi kandar.

Nasi kandar is typically plain rice served with a variety of curries and side dishes, anything you fancy. Expect a plateful of rice accompanied by your choice of flavoursome deep-fried chicken, cubed spleen, beef, squid, prawns or fish roe and a mixture of curries and other sauces. Vegetable side dishes such as brinjal, ladies’ fingers, bitter gourd or cabbage salad are also available. The dish is made complete with pickles and papadum.

Nasi Kandar

Tossing Roti Canai

22 Murtabak

Mee Goreng Mamak Roti Canai and Murtabak Ingredients : Roti canai is a favourite Malaysian breakfast item. This flatbread is composed of fluffy dough made of flour, water, egg and ghee. The art of making roti canai 1 Large handful of yellow noodles lies in the repeated kneading, folding, oiling, flattening and tossing of the dough 1/2 cup Oil 4 cloves Garlic, finely chopped before cooking it on an oil-drenched flat skillet. Ideally, the pastry should be 1 Onion, chopped crispy on the outside and soft inside. 1 Egg 1 tbs Red chilli paste 2 cup Potato, diced and boiled Murtabak is a sample of true Mamak ingenuity. It is basically roti canai, layered 500 gm Firmly fried tofu cubes and folded with luxuriously spiced minced meat and eggs. Visitors can also 1 cup Bean sprouts 3 tbs try the sardine murtabak. This delicious meal is served with curry as well as 2 tbs Soy sauce pickled onions or cucumber. Nowadays, murtabak and roti canai can be found Method : anywhere from Mamak restaurants to Malay stalls, night markets and even in the frozen food section in supermarkets. Boil noodles in hot water for 5 minutes until they start to slightly soften. Drain and set aside. Place 1 tablespoon of oil in hot wok first, then pour in remaining oil. Add in garlic, onions, chilli paste, Mee Goreng Mamak potatoes, egg, tofu and fry. Add noodles and stir, then add bean sprouts and stir again. Season with Mee goreng mamak is a sweet, spicy and savory dish of yellow noodles stir-fried ketchup and soy sauce to taste. Garnish with slices in a thick mix of black soy sauce with eggs, tomatoes, chilli, potatoes, bean curd, of chilli, fried shallots or coriander sprigs. Serve and vegetable fritters. Available at all Mamak outlets, it is great at any time of hot. the day, and even if you are still up at three in the morning and feeling a little peckish.

Mee Goreng Mamak

23 Cendol

Cendol This sweet treat is excellent on hot days. In a bowl of cendol, visitors willl find green strands made from flour and pandan-flavoured water, along with red kidney beans, glutinous rice or cream corn, and a mound of shaved ice drenched in a generous amount of coconut milk. Drizzled with palm sugar syrup, cendol is a simply delicious dessert!

Teh Tarik Dubbed the national , teh tarik, which literally means ‘stretched tea’, is a favourite local pick-me-up. To many Malaysians, nothing beats hanging out with friends at the Mamak’s and talking over a glass of hot, frothy teh tarik. Preparing this special tea is both art and science.

Making teh tarik is both art and science. There is a certain skill required to stretch the tea back and forth using two containers without spilling a single drop. It is such an impressive art that annually, teh tarik brewers come together to put their skills to test in various competitions. The stretching of the tea actually helps to mix the ingredients better, thus enhancing its exquisite taste. The method also helps to cool the tea down.

Teh Tarik

24 Savoury Nyonya Dishes The fusion of cultures in Malaysia has led to the birth of a unique race. The Baba and Nyonya community, generally known as Peranakan or Straits Chinese, assimilate the Malay way of life especially in terms of speech, dressing and cooking, while preserving the ancestral Chinese traditions. The colourful culture and customs of the Baba and Nyonya also has traces of Dutch, Portuguese, British, Indian and Indonesian influences.

25 Over 600 years ago, Parameswara, the founder of ingredients and condiments. The cooking method Melaka, developed a close alliance with the Chinese utilises a variety of spices, coconut milk, tamarind Admiral Cheng Ho. When the Admiral visited and belacan. Melaka, he encouraged his people to stay and marry the locals, resulting in the first generation The Nyonya ladies are fiercely proud of of Peranakan people. The assimilation of cultures their culinary heritage. Therefore, each dish is continued when the Chinese Princess, Hang Li painstakingly prepared to perfection. There are Po was betrothed to Mansur Shah (the distinct differences between the Penang and Fourth Sultan of Melaka) in 1459 AD as a tribute Melaka Nyonya cuisines. The former is influenced to the good diplomatic relations between Melaka by Thai cooking, which results in tangy and more and China. She brought with her an entourage piquant dishes, while the latter is largely inspired who later settled in Bukit China (now the largest by Malay and Indonesian styles of cooking. This traditional Chinese cemetery outside of China). makes the food taste sweeter, richer and spicier. Over time, they mingled with and married the Nyonya kuih or cakes, the best and most colourful locals. among the kuih varieties, are also popular The Baba & Nyonya Heritage Museum Malaysian desserts. offers visitors a glimpse of the unique Peranakan history and culture. The Peranakan men are called Baba, while the ladies are known as Nyonya. Although the Peranakan Peranakan crockery is as unique as the culture. people have adopted many Malay customs, their Authentic ceramic bowls, Chine blue porcelains, Chinese names, traditions and religious beliefs are ivory chopsticks and the multi-tiered Tiffin carriers preserved. Celebrations include Lunar New Year, (known as ‘mangkuk tengkat’) are highly-priced Moon Cake Festival and ancestry worship, although antiques and are usually kept within the family as some customs are more prevalent among the older valuable heirlooms. generation. They also have developed their own unique dialect called Baba Malay, which is similar to For a better understanding of the people and Malay but has a nuance of Hokkien. culture, do visit the Baba & Nyonya Heritage Museum in Melaka where visitors can see The attire of Nyonya ladies is known as – plenty of historical and cultural items such as an elegant, figure-hugging blouse matched with the unique Baba and Nyonya furniture, ceramic a . Although kebaya is traditionally worn ware, clothes, jewellery and utensils. To sample by Malay ladies, the Nyonya version has distinct some authentic Nyonya cuisine, visit the various characteristics. They feature intricate embroidery specialty restaurants that line up the Peranakan which displays floral or mythical animal designs such neighborhoods such as Gurney Drive in Penang as phoenix and dragons. These beautiful hand-made and Jonker Street in Melaka. Nyonya cuisine is also blouses are regarded as art pieces and are coveted available in Kuala Lumpur. for their elegance and feminine allure.

Nyonya cuisine, also called Lauk Embok Embok is one of a kind. This luxuriously flavoured fare is The intricate Nyonya kebaya is now a marriage of Chinese cooking style with Malay regarded as living art.

Ceramics and porcelain- ware are highly Fish Head Curry valuable antiques for the Peranakan community.

26 Curry Chicken Kapitan Ingredients :

Curry Chicken Kapitan 1.5 kg Chicken, cut into chunks A distinct Nyonya fare, this spicy curry makes a great accompaniment to 750 ml Coconut milk 125 ml Tamarind juice rice, roti jala (Malay lacy pancake) or pulut kunyit (glutinous rice cooked with 1/2 Fresh coconut, grated turmeric). Just as any Nyonya main dish, curry kapitan is cooked with copious 1 - 2.5cm Cinnamon stick amounts of ingredients and spices, particularly tamarind. As the story goes, 5 tbsp Vegetable oil Salt to taste this dish got its name when a Dutch sea captain asked one of his Indonesian crew what is for dinner and the answer was ‘Curry, Kapitan’. Dry spices :

2 tbsp Coriander seeds 1 tsp Nutmeg 2 tsp Cumin seeds 1/4 tsp Fenugreek seeds 1 Star , whole 2 Cardamom pods Wet spices :

10 Dried chilies, seeded and soaked in warm water 4 cloves Garlic, sliced 10 stalks Shallots, sliced 1 Fresh turmeric, chopped 1 Fresh ginger, chopped 1 Belacan Fried onion flakes Fresh chilies, cut thinly

Method :

First, prepare the spice paste by grinding all the dry spices into powdered form, then mash the wet spices into a paste, adding the ground dry spices last. Heat wok and pan fry the grated coconut until it is lightly brown, then pound it in a mortar until it reaches the colour and consistency of brown sugar. This is called . Next, heat oil in a wok and sauté the spice paste until fragrant. Add in the chicken chunks and stir for about two minutes until the spices coat the chicken chunks. Pour in the coconut milk and tamarind water. Then add in the cinnamon stick and allow to simmer uncovered until the chicken is tender. Add in the kerisik and salt to taste and continue to cook until the gravy is thick. Serve in a large bowl, and garnish with fried onion flakes and chilli slices.

27 Ayam Pongteh

Ayam Pongteh Ayam pongteh refers to chicken cooked with preserved soy bean paste, dark soy sauce, palm sugar and potatoes. The blend of ingredients gives it a combination of sweet and savoury taste. It is said that ayam pongteh tastes even better after being kept in the fridge for a day or two, as the chicken chunks become infused with the flavours of the gravy.

Assam Curry Garoupa This is a dish that epitomises a typical Nyonya fare. From tangy to spicy, sweet to sour, this dish delights the taste buds with bursts of different flavours. A variety of ingredients are used to make the assam curry gravy. Among them are tangy tamarind juice, which enhances the taste of the fish. Other ingredients include shallots, garlic, galangal, candlenut, lemongrass, Assam Curry Garoupa torch ginger, polygonum (laksa leaf), chilli, turmeric powder, belacan powder, chicken stock and sugar. Assam curry garoupa is best savoured with a steaming plate of rice.

28 Enche Kabin Ingredients :

1 kg Chicken wing (drummettes) Enche Kabin Sometimes also spelled as inche kabin, this is a popular Penang Nyonya fare Spice paste as marinade : of Hainanese influence. It is deep-fried chicken marinated in spices and 5 Shallots, pounded coconut milk. Back in the British colonial days, this fluffy, flavourful deep-fried 2 tsp Chilli powder chicken was served as a popular cocktail snack at parties and get-togethers. 1 tbsp Coriander powder 1 tsp Cumin powder Today, the tender and juicy fried chicken is a favourite among all, especially 1 tsp Fennel powder children. It is excellent as a for rice. 1/2 tbs Cinnamon powder 1/4 tbs Clove powder 1 tsp Turmeric powder 1 tsp Ground 1 1/2 tsp Salt 1 1/2 tsp Sugar 50 ml Thick coconut milk Method :

Combine all the above, coat chicken well with the mix and set aside for at least half a day or preferably overnight in the fridge. When it is ready, deep fry in hot oil. Serve with your favourite sauce or dip.

29 A variety of Nyonya kuih

Bubur Cha Cha Nyonya Kuih The word kuih refers to an assortment of cakes, snacks or dumplings. Mention Ingredients : kuih and chances are that Nyonya kuih would come to mind. Eaten as a 4 Small pieces of sweet potato, peeled dessert or snack, Nyonya kuih is especially popular for its variety of colours, and cut into cubes shapes and delicious taste. It is usually very sweet and starchy and made from 1 Medium-sized yam, peeled and cut into cubes ingredients such as glutinous rice flour, tapioca, yam, sweet potato, green 2 cups Sugar pea flour, coconut, palm sugar and pandanus leaves. There is a wide array to 2 litres Water 3 Pandanus leaves (tear and tie into choose from, but the favourites include kuih angkoo (an orange-coloured knots) dumpling containing sweet nut paste), kuih keria (sweet 500 ml Thick coconut milk glazed with sugar), onde-onde (little pandanus-flavoured balls containing Pinch of salt Sago pearls (optional) melted palm sugar) and kuih lapis (layered steamed cake). Nyonya kuih is easily available at eateries and even from peddlers. Method :

Pour water into a pot and bring to boil. Add in the pandanus leaves and boil for another five Bubur Cha Cha minutes. Then add in the sweet potato and yam cubes. Add sugar and stir until it dissolves. Pour in A delicious and colourful dessert, this sweet porridge is made of sweet the thick coconut milk and salt. Once it is boiling, potato and yam cubes, cooked with thick coconut milk, sugar, pandanus leaves turn off the fire and leave it to cool. and sago pearls. It is one of Malaysia’s most popular desserts. It can be eaten warm or cold, depending on personal preference.

Bubur Cha Cha

30 Enticing Portuguese Fusion

Centuries of European colonial conquests and intermarriages with the locals have given birth to a new community known as Malaysian Portuguese. The enticing fusion of the East and West is evident in many areas, such as customs, traditions, architecture, languages, arts and of course, cuisine.

31 Ikan (pickled salted fish) Enclaves of the Malaysian Portuguese community Just like their language, Malaysian Portuguese food can be found in the state of Melaka, particularly is a mix between traditional Portuguese recipes, in the areas of Ujung Pasir and Tengkera. Although with traces of Dutch, British, and local ingredients. modern and progressive, the Malaysian Portuguese Influences of Malay, Chinese, Indian and Nyonya are proud custodians of their customs and styles of cooking can also be seen. traditions. Malaysian Portuguese have a liking for spicy The Portuguese settlement in Ujong Pasir is food, particularly chilli. Their love for fiery food is also the site of the famous Portuguese Square, evident in their most popular dish, the curry debal dubbed ‘Mini Lisbon’. It is where the Malaysian which is characterised to be searingly spicy due to Portuguese community come together for fun the generous use of dried chillies. and fiesta during festivals such as Festa San Pedro and Festa San Juang. Regular cultural shows are Being largely a seafaring community, a culture also held, displaying an array of colours and that traces back to their Portuguese ancestry, traditional costumes. One of the most interesting the cuisine and condiments of the Malaysian performances is the Branyo, a lively Portuguese Portuguese are mainly seafood-based. Among dance. the popular dishes are acar ikan (pickled salt fish), tuna mornay (a baked tuna and cheese casserole), Porta de Santiago, or A’ Famosa fort Wherever you turn in Melaka, you will find prawn bastador, and their signature cincaluk remnants of the colonial era. Among the most (fermented shrimp sauce). famous is the A’ Famosa fort, also known as Porta de Santiago. It is one of the only surviving Just like the Nyonya ladies, the Malaysian Portuguese fortresses in . Further Portuguese women are tremendously proud of away is the Dutch Square, a popular tourist spot their culinary heritage and they tend to guard their with prominent landmarks such as the red- recipes, which are regarded as family heirloom, coloured and . zealously. So, if you ever come across a Portuguese restaurant or luckier still, are invited for dinner by Gain an insight into Melaka’s amazing past at the a Malaysian Portuguese family, brace yourself for a Light & Sound Show in Dataran Pahlawan. It is an fiery gastronomic adventure! entertaining show that reenacts the history with lights and sound effects, as well as narrations.

Malaysian Portuguese speak a language known as Creole Portuguese. It is a mix of Portuguese, accented with Malay, Indian, Chinese, English and even Arabic words. Some Malaysian Portuguese fare have Malay names such as laksa, satay goreng (fried satay), acar (pickle), assam, kobis gulung (rolled cabbage) and sambal.

Branyo, the traditional Portuguese dance Cincaluk, a fermented shrimp sauce. It has a distinct smell, but is tasty nonetheless!

32 Devil’s Curry Ingredients :

1.5 kg Chicken, cut into pieces Devil’s Curry 10 Fresh red chillies, cored, seeded and chopped Devil’s curry, also called curry debal, is as hot and fiery as its name suggests. 5 cm Fresh ginger, chopped Cooked in a rich blend of spices with a liberal amount of chillies, this dish 6 Shallots, chopped 3 cloves Garlic, chopped will spark up one’s appetite and leave the taste buds tingling. In the Malaysian 1 tbs Ground coriander Portuguese community, this dish is usually served during Christmas feasts and 1/2 tsp Ground turmeric on special occasions. And, they believe that it is not devil’s curry until the one 8 Candlenuts or cashew nuts 6 tbs Vegetable oil eating it breaks out in sweat. Now, that’s one hell of a curry! 1 tsp Black mustard seeds, lightly crushed 300 gm Small potatoes, halved 2 tsp Mustard powder 2 tbs Rice 1 tbs Dark soy sauce Method :

Place chillies, ginger, chopped shallots and garlic, coriander, turmeric and nuts in a blender and mix into a paste. In a large wok or sauté pan, heat oil over medium high heat. Add sliced shallots and garlic and fry until lightly brown. Stir in spice paste and cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add mustard seeds, stir once or twice then add chicken. After the chicken is cooked, add potatoes and 550 ml of water. Bring to a boil, cover, and then leave it to simmer for 15 minutes. Stir together mustard, vinegar and soy sauce. Stir into pan, cover and cook for another 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until chicken is tender.

33 Itik Teem

Itik Teem Itik teem is basically a salted vegetable and duck . Duck meat is cooked with pickled cabbage, sour plum, tamarind and tangerine peel. In the original non-halal recipe, this dish is made of pork legs or spare ribs and cooked with spices such as black pepper and star anise. Sherry or Snow Pear Wine is added to give it an extra zing.

Itik teem is sometimes regarded as Nyonya fare but when it comes to Melaka’s cuisines, no one can really tell for sure as some dishes transcend cultural borders. Possessing a milder taste, itik teem is definitely a refreshing break from the regular hot and fiery Malaysian Portuguese fare. It is a special dish for both cultures, normally served during Chinese New Year reunion in the Peranakan household, and Christmas in the Malaysian Portuguese home.

Chicken Vindaloo

Chicken Vindaloo In the authentic Portuguese recipe, the main ingredient is pork, cooked with red wine and garlic. Over time, the recipe has been modified to suit local taste by substituting the pork with chicken, lamb or mutton. More ingredients and spices such as ginger, coriander, paprika and cumin are added, along with a potent amount of chillies. Vindaloo is very popular among Malaysians.

They are also in fact, a staple feature in Indian restaurants all over the world. This dish is strongly associated with Indian cuisine, particularly Goan, as Goa was a Portuguese colony.

34 Exotic Ethnic Fare

Sabah and Sarawak are splendid destinations to enjoy majestic natural attractions, unique cultures as well as rare flora and fauna. With a population that is diverse and colourful, the various ethnic communities of Sabah and Sarawak bring to the table an endless buffet of exotic culinary delights.

35 Located on the northeastern tip of , Sabah tree is spared, even the fat, wriggly, protein-rich is home to more than 30 ethnic communities grubs living in them. The sago grubs are called speaking 80 different dialects. Its landscape of vast butod or siat, and are considered a highly-prized virgin rainforests and rugged terrain is crowned by delicacy amongst the natives. Sabah holds many treasures above Mount Kinabalu, Malaysia’s first UNESCO World and underwater. Heritage Site. It stands majestically at 4, 095.2 The Monosopiad Cultural Village, located just metres. The highlands around Mount Kinabalu 13km from Kota Kinabalu provides visitors with a produce the famous Sabah Tea. glimpse of the history, traditions and culture of the Kadazandusun people. Cooking demonstrations The forests and national parks within Sabah are are also held here, giving visitors an opportunity to excellent mountain hiking and jungle trekking savour exotic dishes and learn about indigenous destinations and they are also well-known for their specialties. Places such as the Heritage Village and incredible biodiversity. These verdant rainforests Sabah State Museum exhibit replicas of traditional boast a number of rare animals and botanical houses found throughout Sabah, complete with species including wild orchids, ferns, pitcher plants their kitchenware and herb gardens. Don’t miss and Rafflesia, the world’s largest flower. Nestled a trip to the Rungus where visitors within the lush jungles is the famous Sepilok will be introduced to the lifestyle and interesting Orang Utan Rehabilitation Centre that provides cuisine of the Rungus people. an opportunity for visitors to see and learn about the great apes. Wild fruits and ferns from the jungle play an important role in the local fare. The wild mango Scattered beyond the coasts of Sabah are found abundant in Sabah is called bambangan and Sago grubs are considered a breathtaking marine parks, boasting some of the it is the essential souring ingredient in hinava, a delicacy in Sabah and Sarawak. best dive sites in the world. Its beautiful islands local raw fish salad. Other must-try items include such as Sipadan, Mabul, Layang Layang, Lankayan the unique red-fleshed durian, which is said to be and Kapalai, just to name a few, beckon tourists found only in Sabah, as well as Sabah Veggie. Most with clear, warm waters teeming with coral reefs, of these fresh produce can be found in a tamu or turtles and colourful fishes. open-air market.

Visitors to Sabah can also enjoy an intriguing Other local favourites include or fish spectrum of culture, customs and cuisine. The crackers, kuih , a local ring-like biscuit with largest ethnic group here is Kadazandusun. Every palm sugar filling, as well as the aromatic local year, Tadau Kaamatan or the harvest festival is coffee, Coffee. celebrated throughout Sabah on a grand scale. It is a delightful showcase of local music, food, costumes and cultures.

Sabah offers a variety of culinary delights that will tempt the taste buds of adventurous visitors. Delicacies include a sticky sago paste called nantung or ambuyat and kelupis made of glutinous rice. Besides rice, sago is also a staple food for the Kadazandusun people and no part of the sago

Mount Kinabalu, one of the highest Tamu offers fresh jungle produce. peaks in Southeast Asia.

36 Hinava

Mee Tuaran Mee Tuaran is a popular hawker dish in Sabah. What’s special about this dish is that its noodles are made from egg yolk and flour which, when fried, produces a certain aroma and texture. This simple noodle meal is usually topped with a hearty garnishing of roasted pork or chicken and local greens such as sawi (mustard green).

Hinava Similar to the Chinese yee sang, hinava is a specialty of the Kadazandusun community in Sabah. It is made of slivers of mackerel (tenggiri), chillies, shredded ginger and slices of shallots, sprinkled with lime juice and a special ingredient - grated seeds of wild mango that is indigenous to Sabah - called bambangan. It is the citric acid from the lime that actually helps to ‘cook’ the fish.

Mee Tuaran Ambuyat Ambuyat, sometimes also called nantung, is a thick gluey porridge made of sago, tapioca or rice. The sticky mass is rolled or twirled around a chopstick, and dipped in a tasty sauce. It is a favourite among the Kadazan and Murut people of Sabah and the of Sarawak.

Kelupis Kelupis is a delicious traditional dish of the community in Sabah. It is made of glutinous rice, wrapped in fragrant leaves called daun nyirik and cooked in coconut milk. Said to taste like lemang, kelupis goes well with rendang and curry.

Ambuyat

37 The largest state in Malaysia, Sarawak is an tastes. Tuck into a steaming bowl of noodle dishes excellent destination to enjoy nature, adventure such as laksa Sarawak, mee sua and mee kolok at and culture. Sarawak is endowed with a vast the city restaurants. Beyond the bustling cities, expanse of tropical rainforest within which abides a range of exotic dishes that are not commonly The colourful Kek Lapis is a work of art. an abundant and unique ecosystem. It is a land found in restaurants whet the appetite. Take your filled with meandering rivers, cascading waterfalls pick from bamboo clams called ambal, manok and mystical caves. Sarawak is also home to more pansoh (chicken cooked in bamboo) or umai (a than 40 ethnic communities, each with their own raw fish salad). For a taste of special homemade language, lifestyle, food and traditions. entrées, a homestay programme is strongly recommended. Visitors to Sarawak can enjoy a variety of unforgettable adventures. One can choose to go A specialty in Sarawak is the fragrant highland rice caving, jungle trekking or mountain biking. A visit called beras Bario. It has long been regarded as one to the many national parks offer the opportunity of the finest in the world. The rice is so special and to witness rare and unique attractions. The expensive that it is only eaten by the long house magnificent Gunung Mulu National Park, a chief during special occasions. Another specialty is UNESCO World Heritage Site, houses several tuak, a rice wine that is popular during the Gawai extensive limestone caves. The most impressive is Dayak Harvest Festival. the Sarawak Chamber, the biggest cavern in the world, which can accommodate several Boeing Sarawak is famous for tabaloi, a sweet biscuit made aircrafts! Other interesting activities include of desiccated coconut, sago and sugar. It can be observing orang utans at the Semenggoh Orang found at almost any shop or bazaar. Utan Rehabilitation Centre, bird-watching at Bako National Park or exploring Niah Caves, Visitors should not miss an opportunity to try the archaeological site of 40,000 year-old human the famous Sarawak layer cake or kek lapis. It is remains. regarded as edible works of art for its colourful, intricate pattern and the patience required to If a leisure holiday is what visitors choose, Kuching make it. Although expensive, (a cake can easily city offers a number of interesting sights. The fetch up to RM150.00 depending on the layers Kuching Waterfront, Sarawak Museum and the and design) they are a common feature in a Malay Main Bazaar shopping area are among the household during Hari Raya Aidilfitri. must-visit spots. The award-winning Sarawak Cultural Village, situated at the foothills of the Bubur , a spicy porridge and Midin, a local legendary Mount Santubong, is a one-stop fern, are among other local favourites. destination to explore the state’s rich cultural diversity. Traditional dwellings, costumes, Pua Kumbu (a textile made by the Iban community), woodcarvings and traditional cakes are among the attractions here.

Visitors who are keen to explore the culinary delights will find an assortment of irresistible dishes, offering delightful surprises and unique

The amazing razor-sharp pinnacles at Gunung Mulu National Park.

At the Sarawak Cultural Village, visitors can witness the making of 38 intricate textiles such as Pua Kumbu. Laksa Sarawak Laksa Sarawak Ingredients : Sarawak’s signature dish, laksa Sarawak, is a very popular fare and is easily available in most eateries. It is unlike any laksa or noodle dish found anywhere 350 gm Sarawak laksa paste 2 ltrs Chicken stock else in Malaysia. Its thick gravy is not made of fish or prawns, but offers an 250-300 ml Thick coconut milk interesting combination of chicken stock, coconut milk, candlenut, chilli, garlic, 400 gm Vermicelli tamarind, belacan () and ground coriander. The tasty gravy is Toppings : generously poured over a bowl of beehoon () and topped with prawns, shredded chicken, sliced omelette, bean sprouts, and chopped 50 gm Bean sprouts, blanched 100 gm Chicken breast fillet, cooked and Chinese . It is usually served with roasted chilli sambal. This dish is shredded affordably priced, but definitely rich in flavour. 5 Large prawns, cooked and shelled Garnishing :

2 eggs, made into an omelette and shredded 2 stalks of coriander leaves, chopped 3 calamansi (limau kasturi) limes, halved Method :

For the gravy, boil the laksa paste in chicken stock for 15 minutes. Strain into a pot. Add the coconut milk and stir until it is well mixed. Season with salt and sugar to taste. Then, soak the vermicelli in hot water until soft. Place noodles in a bowl and add the toppings in the order listed. Pour the hot laksa gravy over. Garnish with the shredded omelette, coriander and lime halves. Serve hot with chilli sambal.

39 Manok Pansoh

Manok Pansoh The Dayak’s manok pansoh or bamboo chicken is a dish made from pieces of chicken stuffed into a young hallowed bamboo together with other ingredients such as ginger, garlic, black pepper, lemongrass and young tapioca leaves. It is cooked with rice wine (optional) over an open fire. This healthy and natural way of cooking helps to retain all the flavours and natural goodness of the meat, while infusing the gravy with the delicate aroma of lemongrass and bamboo.

Mee Kolok Most of the noodle dishes in Sarawak such as laksa and mee kolok were first introduced by the Chinese. Resembling the popular dry wantan noodle, mee kolok features blanched dry egg noodles which look like ramen. It is tossed in lard and light soy sauce and topped with shredded meat, particularly pork, or chicken for a halal fare. It can be savoured at any time of the day.

Mee Kolok Umai Umai is a traditional Melanau dish. This tangy, savoury salad consists of raw fish, finely sliced onions and chilli, sprinkled with black pepper, salt and lime or tamarind juice. It is usually eaten with sago pearls or toasted sago. Traditionally, the Melanau fishermen of Sarawak take umai out to sea as their lunch. But nowadays, one can easily find this dish in local restaurants or hotels in Sarawak.

Umai

40 Useful Information

This section provides comprehensive information on the popular places to dine, the various types of cooking classes available in the country as well as other necessary details to make a visit to Malaysia smooth and enjoyable.

41 Eating Out

There is a wide range of dining options in Malaysia. From exclusive restaurants to casual open-air eateries, visitors will find an endless array of places that will titillate their taste buds.

KUALA LUMPUR Riverside Café Chinatown Pavilion Nyonya Level 2, Menara Dato’ Onn 25 & 27, Jalan Hang Lekir Malay Putra World Trade Centre 50000 Kuala Lumpur Nyonya Colours 45, Jalan Tun Ismail Tel: 03-2070 9284 Lower Ground Floor Aseana Café Bar 50746 Kuala Lumpur The Gardens, G 15, Ground Floor, Suria KLCC Tel: 03-2614 6261 / 6262 Chuai Heng Restaurant Kuala Lumpur Kuala Lumpur City Centre 231, Jalan Bukit Bintang Tel: 03-2287 0087 50888 Kuala Lumpur Saloma Theatre Restaurant 55100 Kuala Lumpur Tel: 03-2382 0395 Malaysia Tourism Centre (MaTiC) Tel: 03-2141 5666 Precious Old China 139, Jalan Ampang Restaurant and Bar Atmosphere 360o Revolving 50450 Kuala Lumpur Chynna Lot M2, Central Market Restaurant @ KL Tower Tel: 03-2161 0122 Hilton Kuala Lumpur Jalan Hang Kasturi TH02, Kuala Lumpur Tower 3, Jalan Stesen Sentral 50050 Kuala Lumpur Jalan Puncak, off Jalan P. Ramlee Verandah Restaurant 50470 Kuala Lumpur Tel: 03-2273 7372 50250 Kuala Lumpur Carcosa Seri Negara Tel: 03-2264 2264 / 2515 Tel: 03-2020 2121 KL Lake Gardens Indian Persiaran Mahameru Lai Po Heen Bijan Bar & Restaurant 50480 Kuala Lumpur Mandarin Oriental Bombay Palace No. 3 Jalan Ceylon Tel: 03-2282 1888 Kuala Lumpur City Centre (KLCC) 215, Jalan Tun Razak 50200 Kuala Lumpur 50088 Kuala Lumpur 50450 Kuala Lumpur Tel: 03-2031 3575 Restoran Warisan Tel: 03-2179 8885 Tel: 03-2145 4241 No. 29 Jalan Raja Enak Kuala Lumpur Dataran Merdeka Shang Palace Chutney Mary Restaurant and LG2, Lower Floor, Starhill Gallery 50050 Kuala Lumpur Shangri-La Hotel Kuala Lumpur Bar 181 Jalan Bukit Bintang 11, Jalan Sultan Ismail, Kuala Lumpur 21-G, Jalan Telawi 2 55100 Kuala Lumpur The Canteen by Chef Adu Tel: 03-2074 3904 , Kuala Lumpur Tel: 03-2141 8973 Tel: 03-2282 9923 26, Jalan Sultan Hishamuddin Si Chuan Dou Hua Ibunda Fine Dining 50050 Kuala Lumpur Lower Lobby, Parkroyal Kuala Lumpur Malabar Palace 251, Jalan Bukit Bintang Tel: 03-2694 3457 ext 121 / Tel: 03-2782 8303 Hartamas Shopping Centre 55100 Kuala Lumpur 018 221 4024 60, Jalan Sri Hartamas Tel: 03-2142 4115 Website: www.chefaduamran.com Tai Thong Grand Restaurant 50480 Kuala Lumpur Lot 26, 10074-10076A Tel: 03-6201 0792 Kelantan Delights Chinese Section 46, Jalan Ampang Level 1, Sooka Sentral 50450 Kuala Lumpur Passage Thru’ India Jalan Stesen Sentral 5 Ah Yat Abalone Forum Tel: 03-2161 9188 235, Jalan Tun Razak 50470 KL Sentral, Kuala Lumpur Life Centre 55100 Kuala Lumpur Tel: 03-2785 1945 20, Jalan Sultan Ismail Tai Thong Grand Restaurant Tel: 03-2145 0366 50250 Kuala Lumpur Ground Floor, Odeon Club Songket Restaurant Tel: 03-2166 3131 Jalan Ambong Kanan 1 Spice Garden Imperial No. 29, Jalan Yap Kwan Seng Baru, 52100 Kuala Lumpur 205, Jalan Bukit Bintang 50450 Kuala Lumpur Celestial Court Tel: 03-6257 7918 55100 Kuala Lumpur Tel: 03-2161 3331 Sheraton Imperial, Level 3 Tel: 03-2142 2220 Jalan Sultan Ismail Toh Lee Restaurant Restoran Rebung Dato’ Chef 50250 Kuala Lumpur 1st Floor, Hotel Nikko Kuala Lumpur Sri Ananda Bahwan Restaurant Ismail Tel: 03-2717 9988 165, Jalan Ampang No. 26, Jalan Bangsar Utama 1 5-2, Aras 5 50450 Kuala Lumpur Bangsar Utama Parkir Bertingkat Bukit Aman Chef Choi Tel: 03-2161 1111 / 2782 6128 59100 Kuala Lumpur No. 1, Jalan Tanglin 159, Jalan Ampang Tel: 03-2284 4170 Perdana Botanical Gardens 50450 Kuala Lumpur Zenith (Halal Chinese) 50480 Kuala Lumpur Tel: 03-2163 5866 Block B, 3-LG-1, Megan Salak Park Sri Nirwana Maju Restaurant Tel: 03-2276 3535 Website: www.chefchoi.com.my Jalan 1/125E, Taman Desa Petaling No. 43, Jalan Telawi 3, Bangsar Baru Website: www. Kuala Lumpur 59100 Kuala Lumpur restoranrebungdatochefismail.com Chef Rasa Sayang Tel: 03-9056 3668 Tel: 03-2287 8445 104-106, Jalan Imbi 55100 Kuala Lumpur Tel: 03-2144 1193 42 Mamak Saravana Bhavan Melaka Street Restaurant Organic Vegetarian Fresh Mart No. 196, 34, Jalan SS 2/66 & Restaurant Kg. Pandan Restaurant 50470 Brickfields, Kuala Lumpur 47300, 17 & 19, Jalan SS 18/1B No. 42B, Jalan Thever Tel: 03-2260 3755 Selangor 47500 Kampung Pandan Tel: 03-7873 6232 Selangor 55100 Kuala Lumpur Radhey’s Pure Vegetarian Website: www.melakastreet.com Tel: 03-5636 2468 Tel: 03-9284 5837 No. 7, Lorong Padang Belia 50470 Brickfields, Kuala Lumpur Nyonya Colours PUTRAJAYA Maju Curry House Tel: 03-2272 5227 F65, 1st Floor Jalan Mega Mendung Lebuh Putrajaya Seafood off Jalan Lama, Kuala Lumpur SELANGOR 1 Utama Shopping Centre (Old Wing) Taman Botani Putrajaya 47800 Bandar Utama Precinct 1, 62000 Putrajaya Nasi Kandar Pelita Restaurant Malay Selangor Tel: 03-8889 1188 No. 149, Jalan Ampang Tel: 03-7728 2288 50450 Kuala Lumpur Bayu Timor Restaurant Samudera 13, Jalan SS24/8 Oversea Restaurant No 2, Jalan P8, Putrajaya Lake Club Pulau Pinang Kayu Nasi Kandar Taman Megah Plaza Armada Precinct 8, 62250 Putrajaya Restaurant 47301 , Selangor Lot 28, Ground Floor Tel: 03-8889 5008 No. 86-1, Jalan Burhanudin Helmi Tel: 03-7804 2960 Lorong Utara C Taman Tun Dr. Ismail Petaling Jaya, Selangor Medan Seri 60000 Kuala Lumpur Chili Padi Restaurant Tel: 03-7956 1029 Empangan Tel: 03-7725 4767 / 3767 No. 47, Ground Floor Taman Seri Empangan Jalan 1, Street 116D Oversea Restaurant Precinct 5, 62250 Putrajaya Restoran Insaf Jalan Kuchai Lama G1-4, Ground Floor 116, Jalan Tuanku Abdul Rahman 58200 Kuchai Lama, Selangor Subang Parade PERAK 50100 Kuala Lumpur Tel: 03- 7987 6223 No. 5, Jalan SS16/1 Tel: 03-2693 9737 Subang Jaya, Selangor Malay Kafe Bawang Merah Tel: 03-5632 6676 Syed Restaurant 12A, Jalan SS12/1A Doli Kuey Teow Goreng No. 44, Persiaran Ara Kiri 47500 Subang Jaya, Selangor Teluk Gong Seafood Restaurant No. 5 Regat Tupai Bangsar, 59100 Kuala Lumpur Tel: 03-5621 6100 No. 705, Jalan Udang Galah 34000 Taiping, Perak Tel: 03-2093 3786 42000 Klang Tel: 05-841 0525 / 016-553 8024 Restaurant Tasik Indah Selangor Vegetarian Jalan Indah Tel: 03-3134 1918 Ramli Taman Tasik Tengah No. 767, Jalan Kuala Kangsar Annalakshmi Section 14 West Lake Garden 31400 Ipoh, Perak The Temple of Fine Arts 40100 Shah Alam, Selangor (non-halal) Tel: 05-547 2026 114-116, Jalan Berhala, Brickfields Tel: 03-5519 8388 / 5519 9388 Lobby Level, Persiaran Lagoon 50470 Kuala Lumpur Sunway Resort Hotel & Spa Mee Banjir Udang Mak Teh Tel: 03-2272 3799 Restoran Serai Batu 9 ¼ Kampung Tebok G18, Jaya Shopping Centre, Selangor Jalan Matang Cameleon Beancurd Jalan Semangat, Seksyen 14 Tel: 03-7492 8000 34750 Matang, Taiping, Perak No. 1, Jalan Thamboosamy 46100 Petaling Jaya, Selangor Tel: 05-858 1253 / 017-514 8839 Off Jalan Putra Tel: 03-79323070 Indian Kuala Lumpur Operation Hour: 10 am to 10 pm Nasi Ayam Fauziah Restaurant Archana Curry House No. 78, Jalan Mustapha Al-Bakri Gandhi’s Vegetarian Restaurant Restaurant Mum’s Place No. 62, Jalan Tengku Kelana 30300 Ipoh, Perak 28, Jalan Scott No. 31-1, 33-1 & 37-1 41000 Klang Tel: 012-533 4445 50470 Brickfields Jalan PJU 8/5A Selangor Kuala Lumpur Tel: 03-3373 1867 Nasi Lemak Ayam Kampung 47820 Petaling Jaya, Selangor Restaurant Kechara Oasis Tel: 03-77278443 / 8449 Gem Restaurant No. 43, 45 Jalan Ali Pitchay 85, Jalan Loke Yew Opening Hours: 11am - 3pm, No.3, Jalan Gasing 30030 Ipoh, Perak Kuala Lumpur 6pm - 10.30pm 46000 Petaling Jaya Tel: 05-254 4318 / 016-545 9000 Selangor Mama Sayang Vegetarian Pegaga Restaurant Tel: 03-7783 4345 Tasek Raban Restaurant Nyonya Restaurant No. 12-G &13-G, Ground Floor PT58964, Jalan Kompleks Sukan No. 21, Jalan Desa Ukay Boulevard Kanna Curry House 31400 Ipoh, Perak Off Old Klang Road Jalan Lingkaran Tengah Dua (MRR2) No. 29, Jalan 17/45 Tel: 017- 417 7223 / 017-534 4971 58000 Kuala Lumpur Hulu Kelang 46400, Petaling Jaya Tel: 03-7784 6651 68000 Ampang, Selangor Selangor Simpang Tiga Restaurant Tel: 03-4166569 Tel: 03-7958 4814 DG, Greentown Square Sangeetha Vegetarian Jalan Dato’ Seri Ahmad Said Restaurant Chinese Maharaj 30450 Ipoh, Perak Palace Hotel Level P1 (Penthouse) Tel: 05- 255 1220 40-46, Jalan Masjid India Canton-I Restaurant 1B, Jalan Yong Shook Lin Kuala Lumpur (non-halal) Menara Choy Fook On 7986 Laksa Pak Ngah Tel: 03-2694 4233 G208, 1Utama Shopping Centre 46050 Petaling Jaya Belakang SMK Tsung Wah Bandar Utama, Selangor Selangor Jalan Dato’ Sagor Sangeetha Vegetarian Tel: 03-7729 7888 Tel: 03-7968 5515 33000 Kuala Kangsar, Perak Restaurant Tel: 012- 684 7986 No. 65, Lebuh Ampang Cheng Ho Court Vegetarian 50100 Kuala Lumpur Mines Wellness Hotel Teratak Warisan Kampung Tel: 03-2032 3333 Jalan Dulang Chef Low Organic Kitchen Kuala Kangsar 43300 , Selangor C-G-43, Block Camilia No. 43, Bandar Baru Saravana Bhavan Tel: 03-8943 6688 ext 1311 10 Boulevard 33000 Kuala Kangsar 52, , Bangsar Sprint Highway, PJU 6A Tel: 016-558 4955 59100 Kuala Lumpur 47400 Petaling Jaya Tel: 03-2287 1228 / 1229 Selangor Tel: 03-7725 7154 43 Nelayan Restaurant JS Palace Restaurant PENANG Passions of Kerala Jalan Kuala Gula No. 87, Jalan Pengkalan Utama 1 102, Lot C3, New World Park 34350 Kuala Kurau, Perak Taman Pengkalan Utama Malay Jalan Burmah, 10050 Penang Tel: 05-890 1866 31650 Ipoh, Perak Tel: 04-227 2550 Tel: 05-322 2001 CRC Restaurant Hj. Sharin Low Grand No.22, Jalan Pangkor Sri Ananda Bahvan Restaurant Restaurant Samy Restaurant 10500 Georgetown Multi Cuisine Garden Restaurant No. 14& 14A, Persiaran Greenhill No. 70, Main Road Penang No. 14, Jalan 30450 Ipoh, Perak 32100 Chemor, Perak Tel: 04-229 9757 11200 Penang Tel: 05-241 2472 / 017- 618 7158 Tel: 05-201 4066 Tel: 04-890 9771 Puncak Mutiara Café Asam House Restaurant M Gulam Rasul Restaurant Lot 179, MK 3 Mamak 2, Medan Gopeng 2 Lot 7717, Jalan Changkat Jong Kampung Pelet Jalan Gopeng 36000 , Perak 14400 , Penang Hameediyah Tandoori House 31350 Ipoh, Perak Tel: 05-621 1621 / 019-522 8103 Tel: 1-700-81-9595 (Hotline) 164, Campbell Street Tel: 05-313 2223 10200 George Town, Penang Mastan Ghani Restaurant Restoran Nasi Sila Lahar Kepar Tel: 04-261 1095 Teratak Warisan Kampung Kuala No. 27, Taman Intan Nova Kampung Lahar Kepar Kangsar Jalan Kampung Bahagia 13200 Kepala Batas, Penang Kashmir Restaurant No 43, Bandar Baru, Persiaran 36000 Teluk Intan, Perak Oriental Hotel Basement Bendahara 2, 33000 Kuala Kangsar Tel: 012-588 2608 / 012-549 2264 Restoran Pen Mutiara 105, Penang Road Tel: 016-558 4955 Wisma Nelayan 10000 Penang Premas Curry House Restaurant Pelabuhan LKIM Tel: 04-263 7411 / 250 0103 Chinese No. 2241, Jalan Batu Sinar 11960 , Penang Taman Bandar Baru Tel: 04-626 4615 Restoran Kapitan Foh San Restaurant 31900 Kampar, Perak No. 49, Chulia Street No. 51, Jalan Leong Sin Nam Tel: 05-465 1738 / 012-519 3873 Restoran Pen Mutiara 10200 Penang 30300 Ipoh, Perak 17 & 19, Jalan Selat Tel: 04-264 1191 Tel: 05-254 0308 Seafood 12000 Taman Selat Butterworth, Penang Restoran Kassim Mustafa (M) Greentown Dim Sum Greentown Seafood Restaurant Tel: 04-310 1759 Sdn Bhd No. 10, Persiaran Greentown 4 No. 137, Jalan Sultan Abdul Jalil 12, Chulia Street Greentown Avenue Greentown Chinese 10200 George Town, Penang 30450 Ipoh, Perak 30450 Ipoh, Perak Tel: 04-263 4592 Tel: 05-255 2010 / 012-569 8876 Tel: 05-242 1300 Ang Hoay Lor Jalan Brick Kiln, Penang Restoran Tajuddin Hussein Onn Kee Restaurant Pusing Public Restaurant Tel: 04-262 4841 45-63, Queen Street No. 48, Jalan Yau Tet Shin G 57-65, Jalan Verasamy 10200 George Town, Penang 30000 Ipoh, Perak 30300 Ipoh, Perak China Muslim Restaurant (CMR) Tel: 016-422 8126 Tel: 05-241 9348 Quartermile Lot Seafood Solok Mayang Pasir Tuck Kee Restaurant Ipoh East Ocean Seafood Bandar Ocean Green Restaurant & 1&3 Jalan King, Off Jalan Pasir Pinji Restaurant 11950 Penang Seafood 31650 Ipoh, Perak 41A, 41-1 & 41-2 Tel: 04-644 3718 48F, Jalan Ahmad Shah Tel: 05-255 3870 Jalan Sultan Azlan Shah Utara 10050 George Town, Penang Taman Ipoh Selatan Evergarden Tel: 04-226 2681 / 227 4530 SLHF (San Lei Hau Fook) 31450 Ipoh, Perak Evergreen Laurel Hotel Restaurant Tel: 05-545 3768 53, Persiaran Gurney Oriental Seafood Gurney No. 96 Jalan Raja Permaisuri Bainun 10250 Penang Restaurant 30250 Ipoh, Perak Ipoh Unique Seafood Restaurant Tel: 04-226 9988 42, Gurney Drive Tel: 05-241 1468 Tingkat Bawah 10250 George Town, Penang Menara MH Medan Ipoh Feringhi Garden Restaurant Tel: 04-890 4500 Indian/Indian Muslim 1G, Medan Ipoh Bestari 34-C, , George Town 31400 Ipoh, Perak 11100 Penang Restoran Seri Idaman Ipoh Padang Curry House Tel: 05-548 6010 Tel: 04-881 1193 Jalan Teluk No. 91-93 Jalan Ekram Batu Maung 30450 Ipoh, Perak Garden Seafood Restaurant Golden Pheonix 11960 Bayan Lepas, Penang Tel: 019-571 7707 No. 7-8, Jalan Wangsa Utama Hotel Equatorial Penang Tel: 04-626 6985 Taman Wangsa 1, Jalan M. Salim Restaurant 36000 Tanjong Malim, Perak Bayan Lepas, 11900 Penang Hawker Food (Variety) No. 75, Jalan Baharu Tel: 05-458 3398 Tel: 04-632 7000 / 7900 / 644 8111 Off Jalan Tokong Gurney Drive 31650 Ipoh, Perak Poh Long Banquet Hall May Garden Palace Restaurant (Persiaran Gurney) Tel: 05-255 5786 Restaurant 70, Penang Road Penang No. 938, Jalan Maharajalela 10000 George Town, Penang Nasi Kandar Vanggey (Kedai 36000 Teluk Intan, Perak Tel: 04-261 6435 Padang Brown Food Court Yong Suan) Tel: 05-622 8252 / 012-539 6405 Jalan Anson No. 2, Jalan Yang Kalsom Indian 10400 Penang 30250 Ipoh, Perak Medan Ikan Bakar Teluk Muroh Tel: 05-254 4314 / 016-517 0892 Jalan Teluk Batik Gem Restaurant Vegetarian 30000 Lumut, Perak 66, Bishop Street Pakeeza Restaurant Tel: 05-683 7587 / 013-528 7649 10200 George Town, Penang Lily’s Vegetarian Kitchen No. 15-17, Jalan Dato Seri Ahmad Said Tel: 04-262 4070 170-06-01,Gurney Plaza 30450 Ipoh, Perak Soon Lee Seafood Restaurant Gurney Drive 10250, Penang Tel: 05-241 4243 No. 11,13, 15 Jalan Swee Aun Palace D’ India Tel: 04-222 8222 34000 Taiping, Perak 5 M/L, Jalan Tel: 05-807 6624 / 6625 10470 Penang Tel: 1-800-88-9787

44 Lily’s Vegetarian Kitchen Restoran Pak Hj Ya Nasi Ayam Hotel Malaysia Restaurant Sugar Langkawi Bar 98, Noble House Lot 85-86 (Indian Vegetarian Cuisine) (4.00 pm to midnight) Madras Lane 86 Jalan Persiaran Mutiara 2 No. 66, Jalan Pokok Asam ( and Casual 10400 George Town, Penang Pusat Dagangan Kelana Mas 07000 Kuah, langkawi Australian) Tel: 04-226 3810 07000 Kuah Langkawi Kedah Darul Aman Lot 2461, Jalan Tengah Kedah Darul Aman Tel: 019-426 3263 Mukim Kedawang Restoran Daun Pisang Sri Tel: 019-563 8320 07000 Langkawi Ananda Bahwan Restoran Mak Ngah Panas Kedah Darul Aman No.14, Jalan Tanjung Bungah Restoran EE Burger Trimula Jalan Ayer Hangat, Tel: 012-942 3213 10200 Penang Cafe (Western Food) 07000 Kisap, Langkawi Tel: 04-890 9771 Lot 168, 169, 170 Kedah Darul Aman Nasi Dagang Pak Malau Persiaran Kelana Mas Tel: 017-5815821 / 019-500 7070 Jalan Makam Mahsuri, Kampung Mawar KEDAH Jalan Persiaran Mutiara 2 07000 Langkawi 07000 Kuah, Langkawi Restoran Singgah Rasa Dzainas Kedah Darul Aman Big Mouth Republic Kedah Darul Aman No. 27, Jalan Penarak Tel: 012-271 1977 C123, Tingkat Bawah Tel: 012-476 6614 07000 Kuah, Langkawi Lorong 10, Taman Sejati Indah Tel: 012-477 2070 Santai Cafe 08000 Sungai Petani, Kedah Charlie’s Place (Western Food) 209 Jalan Pantai Kok Tel: 012-437 9003 Royal Yacth Club Restoran Siti Fatimah (Kerabu Kampung Batu Ara Jalan Dato’ Syed Omar Beronok) Kuala , 07000 Langkawi Din Laksa Teluk Kecai 07000 Kuah Langkawi Batu 5, Kg Mata Air Kedah Darul Aman 246, Batu 4, Jalan Kuala Kedah Kedah Darul Aman Mukim Ulu Melaka Tel: 04-955 2702 06600 Kuala Kedah Tel: 04-966 4078 07000 Langkawi Alor Setar, Kedah Kedah Darul Aman PERLIS Tel: 04-762 7032 Nam Restaurant Tel: 04-955 2754 / 012-473 7430 (Western Food) Local & Thai Food Manbai Ikan Bakar Bon Ton Restaurant & Resort Cendol Pulut Kak Bedah Taman Gemilang 2 Jalan Pantai Cenang Kg Mata Ayer, Jalan Padang Matsirat Restoran D’ Cempaka Utara 06700 Kampung Pendang 07000 Langkawi 07000 Langkawi No.8, Lorong Empat Kedah Kedah Darul Aman Kedah Darul Aman Gapura Square Tel: 019-465 2424 Tel: 04-955 6787 Tel: 017-556 2801 21000 Padang Besar, Perlis Tel: 04-949 3494 / 010-324 3999 Oasis Village Seafood Fish Farm Restaurant Restoran Qistina 2 Tepi Laut Kuala Kedah (Seafood) GM 727, Lot 302, Kg Bayas Teratai Putih Restaurant 06600 Kuala Kedah Lot 1986, Jalan Pantai Penarak, Mukim Ulu Melaka No. 2, Lorong Teratai Alor Setar, Kedah Mukim Kuah 07000 Langkawi Kg. Kolam Tel: 012-554 4921 07000 Langkawi Kedah Darul Aman 02100 Padang Besar (U) Kedah Darul Aman Tel: 019-456 0302 Perlis Restoran Sri Pumpong Tel: 04-966 7988 Tel: 04-949 3549 / 017-590 0914 No.2498-A, Pekan Pumpong Jom Ikan Bakar 05250 Alor Setar, Kedah Rootian Restaurant No. 12A, Tok Mek Restaurant Tel: 012-552 9995 (Chinese Seafood) Mukim Padang Matsirat Batu 9, Jalan Kaki Bukit No. 91, Jalan Pandak Mayah 5 07100 Langkawi 01000 Kangar, Perlis Rock Gardens Cafe Pusat Bandar Kuah Kedah Darul Aman Tel: 019-477 5999 / 019-540 3993 Jalan Alor Mengkudu 07000 Langkawi Tel: 012- 511 9931 / 013-512 9931 05400 Alor Setar Kedah Darul Aman Mee Rebus Restaurant Kedah Tel: 012-474 8838 / 012-433 3338 Melor Cafe (Nasi Goreng No. 1, Taman Desa Nyu, Batu 1 Tel: 04-733 8234 / 012-386 8234 Sambal Telur) Jalan Padang Nyu Orkid Ria Seafood Restaurant Kg Belak, Mukim Kedawang 02600 Arau, Perlis Sala Classic Restaurant (Chinese Seafood) 07000 Langkawi Tel: 012-514 5788 Lot 5468, Plot 5-6 Lot 1225, Pantai Cenang Kedah Darul Aman Jalan Alor Mengkudu Mukim Kedawang Tel: 012-408 4290 /04-955 4491 Seafood 05400 Alor Setar, Kedah 07000 Langkawi Tel: 04-735 5273 Kedah Darul Aman Bihun Sup Ulu Melaka Hai Thien Seafood Restaurant Tel: 04-955 4128 Depan Masjid Lama, Jalan Ulu Melaka Jalan Jeti Baru Sri Ananda Bahwan Restaurant 07000 Langkawi 02000 Kuala Perlis No. 206-A, Jalan Market Wan Thai Restaurant Kedah Darul Aman Perlis 08000 Sungai Petani (Thai Seafood) Tel: 013-517 3106 Tel: 019-555 5149 / 985 5149 Kedah No. 80-82, Langkawi Mall Tel: 04-425 3654 Persiaran Bunga Raya Art Cafe Langkawi Restaurant Lynda Ikan Bakar 07000 Kuah Langkawi 54, Jalan Pandak Mayah 5 No.71, Jalan Siakap Langkawi Kedah Darul Aman Taman Bendang Baru Off Tel : 04-966 1214 07000 Langkawi 02000 Kuala Perlis, Perlis Gerai Kak Tun () Kedah Darul Aman Tel: 012-427 9066 / 019-437 3883 No. 4, Medan Selera Kompleks HIG Restoran Nasi Atan (Nasi Tel: 019-450 3413 Jalan Penarak Lemak) Sri Padani Seafood Restaurant 07000 Kuah Langkawi Lot 122,123 Fatcutid Restaurant No.17, 19, 23, 25, Lorong Satu Kedah Darul Aman Pusat Dagangan Kelana Mas (Malaysian Cuisine and Casual Taman Perlis Tel : 017-4391306 Jalan Persiaran Putra Australian) 01000 Kangar, Perlis 07000 Kuah Langkawi Lot 2461, Jalan Pantai Tengah Tel: 04-977 4296 Gerai Kak Yah (Char Koew Kedah Darul Aman Mukim Kedawang Teow) Tel: 017-489 7033 07000 Langkawi Wanis Makanan Laut No. 25 Persiaran Kelana Mas(Trimula) Kedah Darul Aman d/a Kemboja Enterprise 07000 Kuah Langkawi Irfan Curry House (Indian Tel: 012-942 3213 02000 Kuala Perlis Kedah Darul Aman Cuisine) Perlis Tel : 019-442 3763 Persiaran Bunga Raya, Langkawi Mall Tel: 019-424 5860 07000 Kuah Langkawi Kedah Darul Aman Tel: 012-551 8841 45 Kompleks Makanan Laut Restoran Ikan Bakar Malim Restoran Bibik Neo Selvam Restaurant (KOMALAUT) No. 2 & 4, Jalan TU 40 No. 6, Ground Floor, Jalan Merdeka 3, Jalan Temenggong Jalan Kuala Perlis Taman Tasek Utama Taman Melaka Raya, 75000 Melaka Melaka Tengah, 75000 Melaka 02000 Kuala Perlis, Perlis. 75450 Ayer Keroh, Melaka Tel: 06-281 7054 Tel: 06-281 9223 Tel: 04-976 1088 Tel: 06-232 4234 / 017-296 4283 Restoran Ole Sayang Sri Lakshmi Villas Restaurant Local Food Restoran Lot 85 198 & 199, Jalan Merdeka 2, Jalan Bendahara Lot 85, Jalan Hang Li Po Taman Melaka Raya 75100 Melaka Anjung Keli Durian Daun 75100 Melaka Tel: 06-282 4926 Medan Seri Pulai 75400 Melaka Tel: 06-283 1966 Jalan Behor Pulai Tel: 06-292 2045 / 284 8685 Seafood 01000 Kangar Restoran Peranakan Perlis Restoran Melayu Melaka 107, Jalan Tun Tan Cheng Lock Medan Ikan Bakar Muara Sungai Tel: 04-976 5368 / 019-443 3384 / Lot 332, Kampung Morten KB VII 75200 Melaka Melaka 017-474 8834 75350 Melaka Tel: 06-284 5001 KM 4-5, Jalan Padang Temu Tel: 017-633 0977 / 012-930 8802 / Permatang Pasir D’adna Laksa House 017 394 4564 Restoran Seroni 75460 Melaka No. 41, Jalan Sarawak 60-62, Taman Melaka Raya 1 Tel: 012-636 2339 Jalan Bukit Kubu Jaya 3 Tomyam Klasik Garden Jalan Melaka Raya 25 02000 Kuala Perlis, Perlis Restaurant Melaka 75000 Melaka Perkampungan Ikan Bakar Tel: 017-480 5871 Lot 48, Jalan Sungai Putat Tel: 06-281 4848 Terapung (PIBT) 75450 Melaka Perkampungan Ikan Bakar Terapung Fatinnaz Corner Tel: 06-234 6746 / 06-232 6745 / Restoran The Seafarer Umbai Baru Lot 106, Tanah Imigresen 06-233 3193 1516, Batang Tiga 77300 Melaka Tanjung Kling, 76400 Melaka Tel: 06-232 1211/ 019-665 1211 01000 Kangar, Perlis Chinese Tel: 06-315 2693 Tel: 017-499 2532 / 017-499 2058 / Website: www.seafarer.com.my 017-499 2957 Ban Lee Siang 45E, Jalan Ong Kim Wee Seri Nyonya Restaurant Malay Kak Su Laksa Melaka Equatorial Hotel Opposite Kuala Perlis Post Office Tel: 06-284 1935 Bandar Hilir, Melaka Restoran Leha World 02000 Kuala Perlis Tel: 06-282 8333 No.402, Persiaran Rajawali, Perlis Bei Zhan Restaurant Taman Jaya, Seremban Tel: 012-556 8302 43, Jalan Kota Laksamana 2/17 Malaysian Portuguese Negeri Sembilan Taman Kota Laksamana Seksyen 2 Tel: 012-340 1170 / 019-676 3471 Mai Café Herbal Western 75200 Melaka De Lisbon Kopitiam Tel: 06-281 2684 No. 18, Medan Portugis Restoran Wadi Ar-Raudhah No. 10, Persiaran Tuanku Syed Putra Portuguese Settlement No. 1, Jln Seri 1 Jalan Kaki Bukit Capitol Satay Ujong Pasir, 75050 Melaka Tmn Seri Rahang, Seremban 01000 Kangar 41, Lorong Tel: 012-661 3188 / 06 284 8067 Negeri Sembilan Perlis 75100 Melaka Tel: 019-350 8426 Tel: 012-419 9772 Tel: 06-283 5508 Eleven Bistro & Restaurant 11, Jalan Hang Lekir Restoran Nelayan Seafood dan Pokok Sawa Restaurant Deocean Restaurant 75200 Melaka Catering Kampung Kerisik, Mata Ayer 174, Jalan Laksamana Cheng Ho Tel: 06-282 0011 No. 970, Jalan Za’ba 02500 Mata Ayer 75000 Melaka 70100 Seremban Perlis Tel: 06-284 3333 / 282 6988 Papa Joe Restaurant Negeri Sembilan Tel: 04-938 1778 No 18B, Lot 2 Tel: 06-761 1190 Famosa Chicken Rice Ball Medan Portugis Restoran Sarang Burung No. 28 - 30, Jalan Hang Kasturi Perkampungan Portugis Harwood Café Km5, Jalan Kaki Bukit Off Jonker Street, 75200 Melaka 75050 Melaka No. 60 (Lot 48) Persiaran S2B2 01000 Kangar, Perlis Tel: 06-286 0121 Tel: 019-628 4758 / 06 284 3276 70300 Tel: 019-622 4990 / 019-477 0864 Negeri Sembilan Hoe Kee Chicken Rice Shop Restoran Portugis Tel: 06-601 1624 / 013-350 8867 Restaurant Suri Corner No. 468, Jalan Hang Jebat 12, 14, 16 & 20 No.943, Jalan Stadium Utama 75200 Melaka Jalan Melaka Raya 20 Haji Shariff Cendol Kampung Pondok, Mukim Kechor Tel: 06-283 4751 Taman Melaka Raya, 75000 Melaka (Rojak Mee & Cendol) 01000 Kangar, Perlis Tel: 06-282 4100 No. 44, Jalan Yam Tuan Tel: 017-577 9232 / 012-477 9232 / Nyonya 70000 Seremban 012-556 1246 Restoran De Costa’s Negeri Sembilan Amy Heritage Nyonya Cuisine No.8, Medan Selera Tel: 016-612 8505 MELAKA 75, Jalan Melaka Raya 24 Portugis Settlement Taman Melaka Raya, 75000 Melaka 75050 Melaka Restoran Kemangi Malay Tel: 06-286 8819 Tel: 017-329 8313 / 06 632 2783 67, Jalan Golf 1, Golf Height 70400 Seremban Selera Kampung Big Nyonya Restaurant Indian Negeri Sembilan G2, Jalan PM3 33, Jalan Merdeka Tel: 013-33301248 Mahkota Square Taman Melaka Raya Restoran D’Tandoori House 75000 Melaka 75000 Melaka 273, Jalan Melaka Raya 3 Haniff Kitchen Tel: 06-288 1799 Tel: 012-612 8978 Taman Melaka Raya Batu 2 1/2 Jalan Seremban-Jelebu 75000 Melaka Café Botanikal Nancy’s Kitchen Tel: 06-282 9262 70400 Seremban Taman Botanikal Melaka No 7, Jalan Hang Lekir Website: www.dtandorrihouse.com Negeri Sembilan , Hang Tuah Jaya 75200 Melaka Tel: 014-996 1361 75450 Ayer Keroh, Melaka Tel: 06-283 6099 Restoran Saravanna Tel: 06-232 3118 18, Jalan Bendahara Nyonya Makko Restaurants 75100 Melaka 123, Jalan Merdeka Tel: 06-283 0295 Taman Melaka Raya 75000 Melaka 46 Tel: 06-284 0737

Nasi Lemak Cendol Madu Restoran Seri Mesra Ikan Bakar Lucky King Bun (Seremban) D’cattleya, G-9 Persada Cattleya 2 No. 1, Gerai Kerajaan Tepi Sungai & Seafood (Non-Halal) 70450 Seremban , Negeri Sembilan No.3 & 4, Batu 7, Jalan Pantai Lot 28&29, Jalan MPK6 Negeri Sembilan Tel: 016-622 8031 , 71050 Medan Perdagangan Kepayang Tel: 017-236 5605 Negeri Sembilan Lebuhraya Seremban-Bukit Nanas Popiah Kuala Kangsar Tel: 06-662 5503 70200 Seremban, Negeri Sembilan Restoran Serai No.11, Gerai Stadium Tuanku Abdul Tel: 011-3129 9393 No. 10, Village@Enstek Rahman Paroi, 70400 Seremban Starfresh Agro Park Off Persiaran Milenia Negeri Sembilan Lot 2599 Seremban Seafood Village (Crab , Tel : 012-677 5930 / 012-936 0694 12KM Jalan Seremban- Specialty) – Non Halal Negeri Sembilan. 70400 Seremban, Negeri Sembilan No.3720-3724, Jalan Tuanku Munawir Tel: 012-387 1447 ABC Tanjong Tel: 06-679 4288 70000 Seremban No.80, Jalan Besar, Tanjong Ipoh Negeri Sembilan Restoran Aunty Aini’s 72000 Kuala Pilah, Negeri Sembilan Restoran Warisan Tel: 06-764 1260 / 012-628 7661 Batu 16, Jalan Kg. Chelet Tel : 019-642 7769 Perkampungan Terachi, Tanjung Ipoh Nilai, Negeri Sembilan 72000 Kuala Pilah, Negeri Sembilan City Park Oriental Seremban Tel: 012-307 5834 / 06-799 1276 Man Tom Yam Tel: 019-6901666 (Non-Halal) Lot PT 563-565 No.101, Jalan S2 D32, City Centre Café Starhut Batu 2 ½, Jalan Jelebu Ampangan Nasi Ayam Mustafah Seremban 2, 70300 Seremban PT 7328, Jalan BBN 1/2E 70400 Seremban No E2, Perhentian Bas Gemas Negeri Sembilan Pusat Bandar Putra Point Negeri Sembilan Gemas, Negeri Sembilan Tel: 06-601 1987 Nilai, Negeri Sembilan Tel : 06-764 0866 Tel: 012-712 3667 Tel: 06-799 2398 / 012-353 914 Green Dragon Palace Warisan Corner Asam Pedas Restoran Sri Manis Restaurant Kak Lang D’Rimba Batu 8, Jalan Simpang Pantai No.2263, Pusat Perdagangan Gemas (Non-Halal) Depan Pejabat Risda Teluk Kemang, 71050 Port Dickson Gemas, Negeri Sembilan PT21383, Persiaran S2-D5 Lebar Negeri Sembilan Tel: 019-753 7781 City Centre Seremban 2 Kuala Pilah 70300 Seremban, Negeri Sembilan Negeri Sembilan Rojak Brahim Indian Tel: 06-601 1328 Tel: 013-379 807 No.29 & 30, Gerai Majlis Daerah Kuala Pilah Restoran Big Green Leaf Chardin Seaview Restaurant Zaini’s Salai House Market Area, Jalan Bazaar (Non-Halal) (Non-Halal) No. 33A, Kampung Ulu Bendul 72000 Kuala Pilah PT 2166-2167 Km 6 Lot 2631, Jalan Seremban Seremban Negeri Sembilan Jalan , Seremban Taman Seaview Jalan Kuala Pilah, Tanjong Ipoh Tel : 017-689 9908 / 019-367 0039 Negeri Sembilan 71000 Port Dickson Negeri Sembilan Tel: 06-678 9060 / 012-652 3981 Negeri Sembilan Tel: 013-488 6491 PD Coconut Shake Tel: 06-647 4569 Batu 2, Jalan Seremban Curry Leaf Restaurant Embok Village Steamboat and 71050 Port Dickson (Non-Halal) KIM Seafood Restaurant Seafood Restaurant Negeri Sembilan No 1274, Jalan (Non-Halal) Batu 2 ½, Pantai Bagan Pinang Tel: 017-886 9269 70300 Seremban, Negeri Sembilan No. 26, Persiaran Waterfront 5, Taman Port Dickson Utama Tel: 06-662 8758 71000 Port Dickson, Negeri Sembilan 71900 Port Dickson Mee Jawa Mak Siti Tel: 06-646 2828 Negeri Sembilan Gerai 11 Vasantha Bhavan Tel: 019-212 7919 Medan Selera Penghulu Cantik (Non-Halal) JOHOR 70400 Seremban No.80, Jalan Dato’ Bandar Tunggal Medan Ikan Bakar Port Dickson Negeri Sembilan 70000 Seremban, Negeri Sembilan Malay Batu 1 ¼ Tel: 013-251 3353 / 013-580 8014 Tel: 06-737 7886 Jalan Seremban-Port Dickson Banafee Village Port Dickson Sate Kajang Hj Samuri Mamak Lot 9022, Jalan Dato’ Abdullah Tahir Negeri Sembilan G112, Senawang Commercial Park 80300 Johor Bahru, Johor Tel: 017-747 5010 70450 Senawang, Negeri Sembilan Restoran Deen Berjaya Kari Tel: 07-333 3377 Tel : 06-677 4144 Kepala Ikan Restoran Kulit Kayu Manis Lot 1208, Jalan Lama Damai Seafood Village No. 1, Tingkat Bawah Medan Selera Ampangan 71000 Port Dickson No. 50, Jalan Kassim Noor Taman PD Jasmin (Varieties of street food) Negeri Sembilan Kg. Danga, Persisiran Perling 2 Km 3, Jalan Seremban Medan Selera Ampangan Tel: 019-662 6225 81200 Johor Bahru, Johor 71050 Port Dickson 70400 Seremban, Negeri Sembilan Tel: 012-727 1678 Negeri Sembilan Tel: 06-766 7500 Nasi Kandar PELITA Seremban Tel: 017-604 2213 / 012-604 2581 No.1 G, Seremban Gateway J.B. Catering & Food Supplies Sate Tulang Jelebu Off A (Kafeteria), Stadium Tan Sri Restoran Sukand’s Food Jalan Commersial 5, Dataran 70200 Seremban, Negeri Sembilan Dato’ Hj. Hassan Yunos Pt62, Jalan Pantai Port Dickson Senawang, 70450 Seremban Tel: 06-760 6786 Jalan Dato’ Jaafar 71000 Port Dickson Negeri Sembilan 80350 Johor Bahru, Johor Negeri Sembilan Tel: 010-272 2700 NS Nasi Kandar Tel: 07-221 4775 Tel: 019-332 6089 No.180g, Jalan Dato’ Bandar Tunggal D’Pantai Restaurant 70000 Seremban Kacang Pool Haji Kedai Kopi Paklang Batu 6, Jalan Pantai Negeri Sembilan No. 3, Medan Selera Jalan Raja Aman Shah, 71770 Seremban, Negeri Sembilan Tel: 06-761 2080 Larkin Bomba Jalan Tun Razak Kampung Bahasa Kapor Tel: 06-763 2737 / 012-629 7103 80000 Johor Bahru, Johor 71000 Port Dickson Chinese Tel: 013-737 7997 Negeri Sembilan Restoran Warisan Seriemas Tel: 017-234 9718 Kota Seriemas Lifestyle Centre Lucky King Bun (Non-Halal) Nilai, Negeri Sembilan (Restoran Lucky PD Seafood) King’s Charkuey Teow Tel: 012-394 0370 4366, Taman Aman, Jalan Besar Lot 402, Jalan Pantai , 71010 Lukut, Port Dickson Batu 4, 71050 Port Dickson Negeri Sembilan Negeri Sembilan Tel: 011-3129 9393 Tel: 017-633 3644 / 017-354 4277 47 Kafe Enam Puluhan Roslin Beriani House Grand Bayview Seafood Gerai Makan Pak Usop No. 69, Jalan Ibrahim Sultan No. 14, Jalan Rebana Restaurant B 12, Lurah Semantan (Off Stulang Laut) Kebun Teh No.3, Jalan Persiaran Danga , Pahang 80300 Johor Bahru, Johor 80250 Johor Bahru, Johor Kawasan Danga Bay Tel: 019-949 1248 Tel: 019-783 7836 Tel: 07-331 3310 81200 Johor Bahru, Johor Tel: 07-226 1688 Wan Satay House Kedai Makan Rahmat Sayam Bunga Emas Restaurant No.A31 Ground Floor No. 3, Jalan Pantai K-1106, Jalan Stulang Laut New Restaurant Jalan Sri Kuantan 2 Kg. Pasir Putih 80300 Johor Bahru, Johor 69A, Jalan Ibrahim Sultan Seri Kuantan Square 81700 Pasir Gudang, Johor Tel: 019-749 9373 80300 Johor Bahru 25050 Kuantan, Pahang Tel: 07-271 1770 Johor Tel: 09-517 1990 Restoran Warisan Asam Pedas Tel: 07-222 2608 LC Catering & Seafood Joe Mee Calong No. 340, Jalan Balau 1 Koperasi Warisan Kg. Senibong JB Ming Court Chinese Restaurant No. 2/1138, Kg. Alur Tuan Haji (Jalan Tebrau) Taman Melodies Berhad M-Suites Hotel 26100 Beserah, Kuantan 80250 Johor Bahru, Johor Kg. Senibong, Permas Jaya 16, Jalan Skudai, Straits View Tel: 013-903 0910 Tel: 07-335 7355 Johor Bahru 80200 Johor Bahru, Johor Tel: 019-771 3060 / 019-750 3277 / Tel: 07-221 1000 Sri Affa Steamboat & Chicken Malay Village Restaurant 013-722 0181 Rice No. 9a, Air Indian B8030, Jalan Telok Sisek 80100 Johor Bahru, Johor Six Corner Seafood Restoran 25050 Kuantan, Pahang Tel: 07-221 1221 Gerai No. 6, Kg. Senibong Annalakshmi Restaurant Tel: 09-516 4282 Permas Jaya 39, Jalan Ibrahim Nasuha Herbal Restaurant & 81750 Johor Bahru, Johor 80000 Johor Bahru, Johor Akob Patin House 3 Spa Tel: 07-352 8991 / 016-741 9991 Tel: 07-222 7400 24, Lot End Lot, Contraction Town Km 19, Jalan Muar - Pagoh Jalan Putra Square 6 84500 Muar, Johor Tera Thai Dine Restaurant Amma Restaurant 25200 Kuantan, Pahang Tel: 06-973 7231 / 973 7035 No.31, Jalan Abdul Samad 164A & B, Jalan Ngee Heng Tel: 012-951 4212 / 0112-5611 1316 80100 Johor Bahru, Johor 80000 Johor Bahru, Johor Restoran Al-Barakath Tel: 07-222 6300 Tel: 07-221 1909 Azmi Steam Tempoyak Mee Rebus Hj. Wahid Lot 42757, Kampung Peramu No. 89, Jalan Keris Tip Top Ikan Bakar 7 Spices Indian Cuisine 26060 Kuantan, Pahang Taman Seri Tebrau Jalan Sg. Chat G-01, Block 5 Tel: 011-3136 6645 / 019-991 1292 Johor Off Jalan Mohd Amin Danga Bay, Jalan Skudai Tel: 07-334 1325 / 012-743 3104 80000 Johor Bahru 80200 Johor Bahru, Johor Azmi Steam Fish Johor Tel: 07-235 6969 Lot 101 A, Kedai 2 Tingkat Restoran Anjung Warisan Bandar Baru Seberang Jelai Taman Seni Budaya Negeri Johor Warong Saga Chakra Restaurant 27200 , Pahang 296-A, Jalan Petri No. 5, Jalan Mahmoodiah No. 1, Jalan Yusof Taha Tel: 09-312 6588 / 013-911 5500 80100 Johor Bahru, Johor 80100 Johor Bahru, Johor 80100 Johor Bahru, Johor Tel: 019-750 0784 Tel: 017-733 3940 Tel: 07-223 9991 Jaman Tory Resepi A-15, 2/3 Indera Mahkota 2 Restoran D Bulooh Chinese PAHANG 25200 Kuantan, Pahang Lot 3, Aras Bawah Tel: 09-573 2010 / 019-998 8212 Bangunan Laman Malaysia Hua Mui Restaurant (Halal) Malay Taman Merdeka, Jalan Kolam Air No. 131, Jalan Trus Restoran Seri Hijrah 80000 Johor Bahru, Johor 80000 Johor Bahru, Johor Restoran R & R No. 384, Jalan Penjara Tel: 019-322 9691 Tel: 07- 224 7364 / 019-778 4795 (Rahman & Rabina) 25000 Kuantan, Pahang No.54, Jalan Besar Tel: 013-927 2573/013-927 3112 Restoran Nasi Beriani Gam Kai Xuan Chinese Restaurant 25000 Kuantan, Pahang Hj. Saadon Puteri Pacific Johor Bahru Tel: 019-989 1384 / 1642 Go’Bang Maju Temerloh No. 38, Jalan Dahlia 20 Jalan Abdullah Ibrahim Bersebelahan PETRON Taman Dahlia 80730 Johor Bahru, Johor New Horizon Garden 28000 Temerloh, Pahang 82150 Johor Bahru, Johor Tel: 07-219 9999 A21-23, Lorong Tun Ismail 12 Tel: 019-956 9696 Tel: 07-237 4255 25000 Kuantan, Pahang Kluang Rail Coffee Tel: 09-516 3555 Go’Bang Maju Kuantan Restoran Nasi Lemak Senibong Stesen Keretapi No. 6 & 8, Jalan Beserah Permas Jaya 86000 Kluang, Johor Ana Ikan Bakar Petai 25000 Kuantan, Pahang 81750 Johor Bahru, Johor Tel: 012-728 8802 Kg. Tanjung Lumpur Tel: 014-844 7337 Kuantan, Pahang Restoran Sri Bayu Perdana Kluang Rail Coffee Tel: 019-987 8155 Restoran D’Pondok No. 15 & 17 Jalan Susur Dewata 1 20 & 21, Jalan Tasik 1 B-34, Tingkat Bawah Larkin Perdana, Larkin Pusat Kemajuan Tasik Kluang Restoran Seri Suria Lorong Tun Ismail 6, Sri Dagangan 80350 Johor Bahru, Johor Kluang, Johor MS Garden Hotel Kuantan 25000 Kuantan, Pahang Tel: 07-238 3800 Tel: 07-773 8391 Lot 5&10, Lorong Gambut Tel: 013-955 2122 Off Jalan Beserah Restoran Warisan Wak Radol Kluang Rail Coffee 25300 Kuantan, Pahang Restoran Nasi Kerabu Kemira No. 32, 34 Jalan Siantan 1 (In Front of Kluang Parade) Tel: 09-517 7899 Lot 425, Teluk Baru Taman Kemas No. 33, Jalan Manggis Tanjung Lumpur 81200 Johor Bahru, Johor Kluang, Johor Restoran Zaman 26060 Kuantan, Pahang Tel: 019-760 4664 Tel: 07-771 0853 Lot 1-3811, KM14 Tel: 013-602 5112 Jalan Gambang Restoran Sup Tulang ZZ Restoran Grand Straits Garden Kuantan, Pahang Restoran Ras Aman JKR Daerah, Jalan Petri No. 3, Jalan Persiaran Danga Tel: 09-538 1253 B6-B8, Pangsapuri Aman 80000 Johor Bahru, Johor Kawasan Danga Bay Bukit Sekilau Tel: 019-771 6650 81200 Johor Bahru, Johor Terminal Satay Zul 25000 Kuantan, Pahang Tel: 07-234 9799 / 238 8118 A2600, Jalan Alor Akar Tel: 012-984 4600 25250, Kuantan, Pahang Tel: 09-568 7859 48 Restoran De Rhu Oriental Soo Ser Yen Restaurant Super Kitchen Kuih Corner (Gong Kapas) A11 & A13, Jalan Bukit Sekilau B 94-98, Ground Floor B88, lorong IM 8/33 Jln Panji Alam 25000 Kuantan, Pahang Jalan Dato Lim Hoe Lek 21100 Kuala Terengganu Tel: 09016-925 7559 25200 Kuantan, Pahang 25200 Kuantan Terengganu Tel: 09-514 4872 Tel: 09-573 0862 / 017-296 7129 Nasi Dagang Ubai Restoran Mat Binjai No. 1, Simpang Ubai Big Tea Pot Super Top Ikan Bakar 1081-Q, Jalan Sultan Sulaiman 26610 Pekan, Pahang No. B6, Ground Floor Lot 402, Kg. Teluk Baru 20000 Kuala Terengganu Tel: 014-837 4375 Lorong Seri Kuantan 80 Peramu Terengganu Jalan Beserah 26060 Kuantan Tel: 09-6242639 Restoran Mabiq 25300 Kuantan, Pahang Tel: 019-962 3169 Lot 29738 Kampung Peramu Tel: 09-566 0679 Singgang 26060 Kuantan, Pahang Royal Pudding Jalan Haji Abdul Rahman Limbon Tel: 016-953 5699 Indian Bangunan Hotel Embbassy Kampung Banggol, Kuala Ibai Jalan Hj. Abd Aziz 20400 Kuala Terengganu Galeri Asam Pedas Khalsa Chapati House 25000 Kuantan Tel: 012-966 8584 No 43A, Tingkat Bawah (Malay Town) Jalan Besar, Kuantan Tel: 019-950 5050 / 019-986 5010 Jalan Putra Square 25000, Kuantan, Pahang Warung Aziz Satar 25200 Kuantan, Pahang Tel: 09-515 9068 Kula Cakes Kampung Geliga Cik Akob Tel: 012-956 0285 A96, Jalan Besar , Terengganu Aliff Curry House 25000 Kuantan Tel : 0139150897 Restoran Ikhwan Timur A17 & 19, Lrg Tun Ismail 6 Tel: 017-971 1396 No 47, Jalan Putra Square 3 25000 Kuantan, Pahang ICT Haji Pok Long Seafood 25200 Kuantan, Pahang Tel: 09-513 8435 Lila Wadi Restaurant Pantai Teluk Ketapang Tel: 011-3722 9515 A637 Lorong Selamat 1 Kuala Terengganu, Terengganu Restoran Taj Group Jalan Teluk Sisek Chinese B2, Lorong Tun Ismail 4 25000 Kuantan Warung Yasmin Nasi Kukus 25000 Kuantan, Pahang Tel: 012-664 4054 Jalan Kampung Dalam Alor Akar Seafood Restaurant Tel: 09-512 1078 20100 Kuala Terengganu, Terengganu Lot 7695 - 7696 Pak Lah Rojak Ayam & Nasi Jalan Kubang Buaya off Jalan Beserah Zam Zam Restaurant Ayam Keropok Lekor Bukit Tok Beng 25300, Kuantan, Pahang B1568, Ground Floor No. 4, Gerai Taman Gelora BTB Tel: 09-568 0720 Jalan Beserah Jalan Dato’ Abdullah Kampung Bukit Tok Beng 25300 Kuantan, Pahang 25000 Kuantan Paksu Seafood Restaurant Tel: 09-566 4510 Tel: 017-986 9471 21300 Kuala Terengganu No.4/1417, Batu 6 Tel : 012-562 0748 Lot 922, Kg Bahagia Beserah Kuantan Curry House Western 26100 Kuantan, Pahang A-19 Lorong Sekilau 22 Restoran Selera Kampung 25200 Kuantan Azam Roasters Kampung Telaga, Restoran Hoi Yin Tel: 013-933 2414 B-4, Pusat Perkhidmatan Balok 21700 , Terengganu No.31, Jalan Teluk Chempedak 26100 Kuantan Tel: 019-921 6156 25050 Kuantan, Pahang Restoran Seraj Tel: 012-982 7530 Tel: 09-5673871 B28, Jalan Gambang Warung Taman Fanadia Perkampungan Kurnia Jaya 1 Burgerak 1140A, Kampung Bukit Mexica Garden Seafood 25150 Kuantan, Pahang B 1927, Ground Floor 21080 Cendering, Terengganu Restaurant Tel: 09-536 6786 Taman Mariana Tel: 017-944 1344 No.A1, Lorong Tun Ismail 11 Jalan Beserah 25000 Kuantan, Pahang GC Curry House 25300 Kuantan Aroma Kampung Tel: 09-515 9248 B-132, Taman Gembira Tel: 016-219 2442 Tepi Sungai Kuala Berang Jalan Air Putih, 25300 Lot 5411-1A Kampung Gaung Restoran Kamunlau Kuantan, Pahang TERENGGANU 21700, Kuala Berang, Terengganu Lot 415, Kg Tanjung Lumpur Tel: 09-568 4454 Tel: 019-9907115 / 019-3786538 26060 Kuantan, Pahang Local Food Tel: 09-513 9916 Ram Singh Chanan Singh Malay / Seafood 65, Ground Floor, Jalan Bukit Ubi Restoran Lempeng The Jade Terrace Restaurant 25200, Kuantan, Pahang Lot 414, Kampung Rusila Deluxe Paradise Restaurant MS Garden Hotel Kuantan Tel: 09-513 2402 21080 Marang, Terengganu 543, Bukit Besar Lot 5&10, Lorong Gambut Tel: 013-9283414 Jalan Pasir Panjang Off Jalan Beserah Restoran Bombay Hamid Bros 21080 Kuala Terengganu 25300 Kuantan, Pahang No 63 & 65 Warung Pok Nong (Ikan Celup Tel: 09-6311118 Tel: 09-517 7899 Jalan Besar Tepung) 25000 Kuantan, Pahang Jalan Pantai A1693 CVU IPATA Steamboat Kuala Seri Mahkota Seafood Tel: 09-514 4081 Kampung Kolam Mengabang Telipot Ganung 167, Jalan Hj Abdul Aziz Kuala Nerus Lot 31187 , GM 18768 Kg Tok Jembal 25000 Kuantan, Pahang Aliff Curry House Tel: 09-6127655 / 0133517262 21300 Kuala Nerus, Terengganu Tel: 09-513 4318 No. 90, Jalan Mahkota Tel: 017-7585064 25000 Kuantan, Pahang AZ Selera Timur Kim Loong Tel: 09-544 4229 Jalan Hiliran Masjid DPerahu Seafood No. Gerai 18, Medan Selera 21200 Kuala Terengganu Taman Dataran Shahbandar Jalan Teluk Sisek Variety Tel: 09-623 1902 / 09-623 4052 21100 Kuala Terengganu 25300 Kuantan, Pahang Tel: 013-432 9434 Tel: 016-952 0873 Aniq Steamboat Kedai Nasi Dagang Kak Pah Tapak Gerai Makan, Medan Warisan Gerai No. 30, Pantai Batu Buruk Estadio Coffee & Bistro Restoran Sri Pantai Jaya Jalan Seri Teruntum 1 Kuala Terengganu Belakang Stadium Sultan Ismail B776, Jln Air Putih 25150 Kuantan, Pahang Nasiruddin Shah, Jalan Sultan Ismail 25300 Kuantan, Pahang Tel: 019-920 3300 Kak Yah’s Keropok Stall 20300 Kuala Terengganu Tel: 09-567 0257 140, Kampung Losong Haji Su Tel: 013-405 3200 21000 Kuala Terengganu Terengganu Tel: 09-6225020 49 Ummie Rest Selasih Seafood Variety Hamid Omar Restaurant Kampung Pela, Jalan Besar Kuala Berang No. 10, Jalan Wakaf Bharu Tel: 09-687 1101 21700 Kuala Berang Hazlan Bistro Simpang 3 Terengganu 4097 16250 Kota Bharu, Kelantan Restoran Terapung Bakau Tinggi Jalan Haji Abdul Rahman Limbong Tel: 09-719 6312 Lorong Bakau Tinggi Laila Restoran Kampung Banggol, Kuala Ibai Taman Rekreasi Bakau Tinggi Jalan Ajil- Kuala Berang 20400 Kuala Terengganu Hover Restaurant 24000 Chukai, Kemaman 21700 Kuala Berang Tel: 09-6319333 / 09-6633333 1963A Jalan Dato’ Pati Tel: 012-9644335 Terengganu 15000 Kota Bharu Restoran Al- Edrus Kelantan Restoran Laguna Ikan Bakar Family Steamboat No. PT 30426, Taman Hidayah Tel: 09-748 1439 No 38, Lorong Lewata 6 Lot 2038, Wisma Armon Gong Badak Taman Muhibbah Jejawi Jalan Kamaruddin 21300 Kuala Terengganu Kedai Kopi White House Kemaman, Terengganu 20400 Kuala Terengganu, Terengganu Tel: 09-6661412 / 019-5062686 Jalan Sultanah Zainab Tel: 012 856 1214 / 019 935 5865 Tel: 013-9051295 15000 Kota Bharu The Syrup VS Soda Kelantan B’benteng Riverside D’Ganu Seafood Cafe Jalan Batas Baru Tel: 09-748 4119 Losong Panglima Perang GM1 & GM2 20030 Kuala Terengganu 21000 Kuala Terengganu Food Court Pulau Duyung Tel: 09-622 7669 Restoran Nasi Ulam Tel: 09-627 8888 21300 Kuala Terengganu, Terengganu Kg. Kraftangan Tel: 012-9887349 Kitchen Rahsia Kg. Kraftangan Bb Seafood Garden 1436, Jalan Budiman Jalan Hilir Kota 16477 Chinese 20400 Kuala Terengganu, Terengganu 15300 Kota Bharu Hadapan Rumah Murah Gong Badak Tel: 011-1188 0801 Kelantan Kuala Terengganu Golden Dragon Restaurant Tel: 018-904 2345 / 019-961 6665 Tel: 09-6660379 198, Jalan Bandar Zie’s Corner 20100 Kuala Terengganu Waterfront, Pulau Kambing New Horizon Garden Adeq Sue Ikan Bakar Tel: 09-622 3034 Kuala Terengganu Restaurant Lot 2296 Off Jalan Kamarudin Tel: 014-5146000 Jalan Kuala Krai Kg Banggol, Batu Burok T. Homemade Café 15150 Kota Bharu Kuala Terengganu 214, Jalan Kampung Cina KELANTAN Kelantan Tel: 013-947 4446 20100 Kuala Terengganu Tel: 09-744 7177 Tel: 019-984 9977 / 014-211 2266 Captain T Seafood Restaurant Shelly Seafood PT 247, Seksyen 17 Syam Restaurant Bawah Jambatan Kuala Ibai Batu 5 The Cellar Restaurant Jalan Jambatan Sultan Yahya 594, Jalan Hospital 20400 Kuala Terengganu Lot 182, Jalan Bandar Petra Berek 12 Tel: 019-941 2256 / 014-801 7535 / 20100 Kuala Terengganu 5050 Kota Bharu 15000 Kota Bharu 019-928 1898 Tel: 016-648 8263 Kelantan Kelantan Tel: 016-772 5763 Tel / Fax: 09-748 4713 Warong Pak Maidin Madam Bee’s Kitchen Jalan Pantai Batu Buruk No.177, Jalan Kampung Cina Seri Mas D’Royal Murtabak Yati Ayam Percik 20400 Kuala Terengganu 20100 Kuala Terengganu Sec 4, No. 9 Jalan Merbau Jalan Long Yunus Terengganu Tel: 012-938 4933 15300 Kota Bharu Jalan Maju Tel: 09-6221410 Kelantan 15200 Kota Bharu Star Anise Tel: 09-748 3898 Kelantan Restoran Meka 82 Jalan Kampung Cina, Tel: 09-747 9867 Ground Floor, 66/16 20100 Kuala Terengganu Sun Two Restaurant Jalan Sultan Omar Tel: 017-664 2368 782-A, Jalan Temenggong Food Village Restaurant Taman Seri Intan 15000 Kota Bharu Lot 1184, Kg. Baung 20000 Kuala Terengganu Restaurant Ct Kelantan Jalan Pengkalan Chepa Terengganu No. 200-202, Jalan Bandar Tel: 09-746 2225 / 2974 16100 Kota Bharu Tel: 09-6231831 20100 Kuala Terengganu Kelantan Tel: 09-622 1459 Murtabak Raja Zairah H/P: 09-798 8811 / 017- 923 9448 Sri Wangsa Restaurant Lot PT 2445, Jalan 4/7 Lot 695, Simpang Sungai Rengas Sukiyang Coffee by Hai Peng Kawasan Perindustrian Wau Restaurant Jalan Kuala Berang PT 11283, Tingkat Bawah Pengkalan Chepa Jalan Tengku Semarak 20050 Kuala Terengganu Jln Kubang Kurus Kota Bharu, Kelantan 15000 Kota Bharu Tel: 09-6240160 Taman Chukai Utama, Fasa 3 Tel: 013-974 9383 Kelantan Kemaman, Terengganu Tel: 09-748 9333 Restoran Taita Tel: 019-9150923 Restoran Hayaki Taman Rekreasi Batu Buruk Jalan Sri Cemerlang Mohammad Lee Hainam Jalan Sultan Mahmud Ng Say Hock Restaurant 15000 Kota Bharu Chicken Rice 20400 Kuala Terengganu 11V, Jalan Kota Lama Kelantan 3952 A, Jalan Padang Garong Tel: 014-846 9393 20300 Kuala Terengganu Tel: 09-747 9997 15000 Kota Bharu Terengganu Kelantan Tenang Seafood Tel: 09-6233757 Restoran Sri Chengmai Tel: 09-746 1923 Lot 1546, Mukim Batu Buruk Lot 327 & 328, Seksyen 27 Kuala Terengganu Restoran Tong Juan Jalan Sri Cemerlang Restoran Selera Tepi Sungai K-117, Jalan Sulaimani 15000 Kota Bharu 667, Jalan Machang Air Buah Gelas Besar 24000 Chukai, Terengganu Kelantan Kg. Tepi Sungai Terengganu Tel: 09-8591346/ 019-9538018 Tel: 09-741 8328 17500 Tanah Merah 7692 B, Kampung Bukit Tok Beng Kelantan Jalan Seberang Takir, Kuala Terengganu Indian Four Seasons Restaurant Tel: 09-955 2240 Terengganu 5670 B 12 & B 13 Naj D’ Leaf Restaurant Jalan Sri Cemerlang Lazzezz Restaurant Hotel Restoran Mama Chop Papa Grill No. 59-B, Jalan Tok Lama 15300 Kota Bharu Raudah No 757, Jalan Sultan Mahmud 20100 Kuala Terengganu Kelantan Jalan Maju Kuala Terengganu, Terengganu Terengganu Tel: 09-743 6666 / 7399 15000 Kota Bharu Tel: 09-6234511 Kelantan 50 Tel: 09-742 2055 Restoran By-T Laksam Heng Seng Restaurant Chinese Kampung Nelayan Seafood Lot 1335 162H, Jalan Besar Restaurant Jalan Raja Perempuan Zainab 10250 Panjang The Chinese Restaurant Taman Tun Fuad, Bukit Padang Luyang 16100 Kota Bharu, Kelantan Kelantan Hyatt Regency Kinabalu 88000 Kota Kinabalu, Sabah Tel: 09-744 8870 / 012-960 5973 Tel: 09-795 0753 Jalan Datuk Salleh Sulong Tel: 088-231 003 / 231 005 88991 Kota Kinabalu, Sabah Restoran Payang Serai Hiang Kang Restaurant Tel: 088-221 234 Welcome Seafood Restaurant Lot PT 351-352 4213D, Jln Kebun Sultan Lot G 18, Ground Floor Jalan Dusun Raja 15050 Kota Bharu Restaurant Wan Wan Kompleks Asia City, Phase 2A 15300 Kota Bharu Kelantan Lot 24, HSK Industrial Jalan Asia City Kelantan Tel: 09-744 9603 Phase 1, Jalan Bundusan 88300 Kota Kinabalu, Sabah Tel: 09-748 9890 88300 Tel: 088-447 866 Foh Cheong Ekonomi Kota Kinabalu Zaeman Nasi Kukus Restaurant (non-Halal) Sabah Sri Tanjung Seafood Restaurant Medan Selera Buluh Kubu 681-A, Jln Che Su Tel: 088-716 698 No. 16 & 17 15300 Kota Bharu 15000 Kota Bharu Jalan Haji Saman Kelantan Kelantan Yu Kee 88000 Kota Kinabalu, Sabah Tel: 019-907 5076 / 017-916 2722 Tel: 09 - 744 7502 74, Gaya Street Tel: 088-538178 88000 Kota Kinabalu Selera Cik Siti Restaurant Ajihs Nasi Lemak 80sen Sabah SARAWAK Jalan Mahmood Jalan Guchil Bayam Tel: 088-221 192 Seksyen 12 15050 Kota Bharu Malay / Malaysian 15200 Kota Bharu, Kelantan Kelantan Kedai Kopi Melanian 3 Tel: 09-747 4734 Tel: 016-980 4212 / 014-211 8080 No.34, Ground Floor Dayang Food Corner Jalan Pantai Jalan Satok, Kuching Kopitiam Kita Warung Pak Mat Pulau Pisang 88000 Kota Kinabalu Sarawak 4357-A, Taman Desa Jaya Lot 667, Kg Pulau Pisang Tel: 012-838 2888 Tel: 016-808 7846 Jalan Pengkalan Chepa Jalan Kuala Besar 15400 Kota Bharu 15350 Kota Bharu Kedai Kopi Melanian Kopi ‘O’ Corner Kelantan Kelantan Lot 7-0, Ground Floor Jalan Satok, Kuching Tel: 019-981 0888 Tel: 013-919 8131 Lorong Lintas Plaza I Sarawak Jalan Lintas Tel: 082-244 432 Food Village Riverview Medan Restoran Pak Man Mee Udang 88300 Penampang Selera Ikan Bakar Jalan Lemal Kota Kinabalu Kubah Ria Medan Selera Ikan Bakar 17000 Pasir Mas Sabah (Food Court) Kg. Kedai Buluh Kelantan Tel: 016-802 5828 Jalan Matang Jalan Kuala Besar, PCB Tel: 019-942 876 Kuching, Sarawak (Tepi Sungai Kelantan) Nyonya Tel: 082-416 777 Tel: 017-923 9448 / 013-655 1555 Kopitiam Kita 4357-A, Taman Desa Jaya Rasa Nyonya Restaurant Kuching Station Relax Café Maggi Ketam Jalan Pengkalan Chepa 50, Gaya Street Jalan Mathias Lot 1704, Kg. Kutan Tengah 15400 Kota Bharu 88000 Kota Kinabalu, Sabah Kuching, Sarawak 16250 Wakaf Bharu Kelantan Tel: 088-218 092 Tel: 082-234 385 Kelantan Tel: 019-981 0888 Tel: 013-905 7253 / 016-930 2727 Indian Planet Sambal SABAH Jalan Padungan Nasi Kerabu Golok Johty’s Curry Banana Leaf Kuching, Sarawak Lot 341, Kampung Huda Malay Restaurant Tel: 082-248 797 Jalan Sultan Yahya Putra Lot 1, G9, Lorong Api-Api 1 15150 Kota Bharu Sri Melaka Restaurant Api-Api Centre Raja Kelantan 9, Jalan Laiman Diki, Kampung Air 88000 Kota Kinabalu Jalan Satok Tel: 013-944 4676 88000 Kota Kinabalu, Sabah Sabah Kuching, Sarawak Tel: 088-213 028 Tel / Fax: 088-261 595 Tel: 082-422 797 Ozarah Cafe Lot 714, Tingkat Bawah Kak Nong Restaurant Kohinoor North Indian Rojak Kuchei Seksyen 9, Jalan Tok Hakim B-I-26, 1st Floor Restaurant No. 1 Jalan Batu Lintang 15000 Kota Bharu Jalan Coastal Highway Lot No.4, Anjung Samudera, 93200 Kuching, Sarawak Kelantan Harbour City Waterfront Tel: 019-816 0238 Tel: 09-743 2243 / 012-938 7927 88450 Kota Kinabalu 88000 Kota Kinabalu Sabah Sabah Rojak Muhammad Kuchei Restoran Rangnok Tel: 088-487 411 Tel: 088-235 160 Tay Chin Kin Cemmercial Lot 4107 Jalan Pasir Mas Centre, Jalan Pending Salor, 15100 Kota Bharu Sri Malindo Café Krishna’s Fish Head Restaurant 93450 Kuching, Sarawak Kelantan 2nd Floor, B205 Phase II Lot 33, Gran Millenium Plaza Tel: 019-854 1047 Tel: 011-2923 3265 Wisma Merdeka Jalan Pintas Kota Kinabalu, Sabah 88000 Kota Kinabalu, Sabah Sia Siney Restoran Satay Malaysia Tel: 088-316 624 Tel: 088-731 111 Jalan Ban Hock PT 1645, Batu 3 & Kuching, Sarawak Jalan Pengkalan Chepa Stall No. ms2 & ms3, mwi Seafood 16100 Kota Bharu Merdeka Food Courts Restaurant Muara Lalapan Kelantan 2nd Floor, Wisma Merdeka Gayang Seafood Restaurant 21, Jalan Pending Tel: 09-773 9785 Kota Kinabalu Kampung Baharu Poh Hua Park Sabah Jalan Sulaman, Tuaran 93450 Kuching, Sarawak Greenland Restaurant 88400 Kota Kinabalu, Sabah 3180E, Jalan Sultanah Ibrahim Sri Malindo Restaurant Tel: 016-810 9185 Patz Dayak Home Cook 15050 Kota Bharu (Api-Api Centre) (non-Halal) Kelantan Block 2, Ground Floor New Full 3 Foodcourt Tel: 09-748 4425 Lot G5, No.5, Api-Api Centre Stutong, 93350 Kuching 88000 Kota Kinabalu, Sabah Sarawak Tel: 088-318 624 Tel: 016-864 4763 51 Awah Cafe’ @ DBNA My Village Barok (Bistro) Kar Fu Restaurant Nagalang Seafood Restaurant (non - Halal) No. 7, Kampung Boyan U0377, Tingkat Bawah Jalan Kerupang 1, Kg Nagalang Lot 964, Block 10, Jalan Kumpang 93050 Petra Jaya Jalan Anggerik Labuan Taman Ridgeway Kuching, Sarawak Labuan Tel: 012-834 1997 / 017-898 3837 93200 Kuching, Sarawak Tel: 082-448 970 / 016-858 5470 Tel: 012-803 8891 Tel: 013-565 0091 Aroijang Thai Café (Thai Food) Mango Tree Restoran Nam Thong Lot 3-U0234c, Jalan Kemajuan Absolute Tribal Restaurant Jalan Crookshank U0122, Jln Bunga Kenanga Labuan 78, Jalan Tabuan 93000 Kuching, Sarawak Labuan Tel: 012-863 2146 / 016-846 6416 Kuching, Sarawak Tel: 082-235 353 Tel: 087-413 857 Tel: 019-816 5368 Fax: 082-242 290 Anjung Ketam E-mail: [email protected] Restoran Long Fish Head Soup (4 Stalls) Chinese / Nyonya Labuan Square, Jalan Merdeka, Wp Jalan Simpang Anjung Ketam LABUAN Labuan Kg. Tanjung Aru, Labuan Swee Kang Tel: 016-811 1661 Stall No. 1 Jalan Haji Taha Malay Tel: 087-424 366 Kuching, Sarawak Cary’s Kamayan Restaurant Stall No. 2 Tel: 013-826 6335 Seri Malindo Restaurant (Non-Halal) Tel: 016-838 2421 U0358, Jalan Dewan Su40t/Sl05-Sl06, 1St Floor Stall No. 3 Mamak / India Labuan Taman Fulliwa Shoplot Tel: 016-818 2134 Tel: 087-416 676 / 418 800 Jalan Rancha-Rancha, Labuan Stall No. 4 Ammah Curry House Tel: 087-424 836 Tel: 019-807 0690 Jalan Ban Hock Warisan Kari Kepala Ikan Kuching, Sarawak Tingkat Bawah Indian Anjung Ikan Bakar Bangunan Labuan Walk Labuan Jalan Lubuk Temiang Bukhari Café Tel: 019-400 4604 Deen’s Restaurant Kg. Lubuk Temiang, Labuan Jalan Satok, Kuching B021 & B022, Ground Floor (4 Stalls) Sarawak Island Tomyam (Malay & Financial Park, Labuan Stall No. 1 Tel: 082-256 796 Seafood) Tel: 087-453 122 Tel: 019-5851 799 Su3162, Jalan Kolam Stall No. 2 Seafood Labuan Jj Nazar Restaurant Tel: 013-555 8236 Tel: 019-870 2360 Lot 30, Tingkat Bawah & Tingkat 1 Stall No. 3 Top Spot Lazenda Centre, Jln Okk Abdullah Tel: 012-834 0176 (Food Court) Restoran Ganu Perantau Jaya Labuan Stall No. 4 Permata Carpark Ta0332b, Kg. Tg Aru Tel: 087-440 786 / 016-804 0786 Tel: 019-585 3810 Jalan Padungan, Kuching Jalan Tanjung Aru Sarawak Labuan Restoran Choice Mawilla Yatch Club Restaurant Tel: 082-238 730 Tel: 019-692 0393 U0169, Jln Okk Awang Besar Md 581, Jalan Tanjung Batu Labuan Labuan Fusion Raff Restaurant Tel: 087-418 086 Tel: 087-423 888 U0240c, Tingkat Bawah, Rumah Hijau Jalan Kemajuan, Labuan Restoran L.a Banana Leaf Others Jalan Rubber, Kuching Tel: 087-421 902 Lot 11, Wong Wo Lo Building, Sarawak Pekan Jati, Labuan The Chill Out Café Tel: 016-589 1947 Restoran Sri Lada Chop House Tel: 016-843 0428 / 087-415 496 Unit 2-6, Level 2, Labuan Times Square Jln Sg. Lada, Labuan Labuan Sepinang Sari Tel: 019-832 2921 Mehfil Restaurant Tel: 019-831 5275 Jalan Satok, Kuching (Authentic Northern Indian Sarawak Chinese Restaurant) Hup Juan Coffee Shop Tel: 082-422 206 Pulau Labuan 2 Restaurant U0259, Ground Floor U0472k, Lazenda Commercial Centre (Non-Halal) Jati Commercial Centre, Labuan Aroma Café Ground Floor, Lot 9-12, Jalan Kemajuan, Labuan Tel: 087-413 080 Ground Floor, Sublot 126 Jalan Kemajuan, Labuan Tel: 012-822 8889/087-431 889 Section 33, KTLD Jalan Tabuan Tel: 087-416 699 Manja Rasa Floating Restaurant 93100 Kuching, Sarawak Seafood Labuan International Seasport Complex Tel: 082-417 163 Yuen Wei Bah Kut Teh Labuan Fax: 082-246881 (Non-Halal) Fisherman’s Wharf Restaurant Tel: 087-424 935 Lot 14, Ground Floor, Lau Kiew Ngian (Seafood) Jambu Restaurant Light Industrial Park, Jln Patau-Patau, U0229a,B &U0230a Old Town White Coffee 22 Crookshank Road Wp. Labuan Wisma Kisha Singh Lot No Tili Mtb2, Arrival Level 93100 Kuching, Sarawak Tel: 017-819 8163 Jalan Kemajuan, Labuan Labuan Airport, Labuan Tel/Fax: 082-235 292 Tel: 087-408 266 / 408 255 Tel: 087-581 297 Emel: [email protected] Jia Yan Coffee Shop Ir2/53, Lot 5, Saguking Warehouse Jalan Patau-Patau Labuan Tel: 016-827 8580

52 Glossary

Candlenut (buah keras) Pandan leaf / Screwpine leaf (daun pandan) Native to Malaysia and the South Pacific, candlenut is not eaten raw but usually pounded Pandan leaves are a natural flavouring used to add fragrance and colour to traditional with other spices into a paste. It is used to thicken and flavour dishes. Candlenut is an cakes and puddings, and even savoury dishes. Pandan leaf can be crushed or bruised, and indispensable ingredient in many Malay and Nyonya dishes such as curry laksa. is usually added towards the last stages of cooking. Fresh pandan leaves are available at markets and in the cold storage departments of supermarkets. Cinnamon (kayu manis) Cinnamon is a widely used spice in many sweet and savoury Malaysian dishes. Possessing Petai a pleasant flavour and aroma, cinnamon stick or powder is used for , rendang, layer Known for its pungent aroma, petai is also an acquired taste. The flat beans are usually cake and more. eaten raw, dipped with sambal belacan along with rice and other side dishes. When used as an ingredient, petai gives that extra zing to sambal. Clove (bunga cengkih) Clove is an aromatic spice that is used in many types of dishes, particularly in Indian and Polygonum / Laksa leaf (daun kesum) Malay cooking. Due to its intense flavour, it is used sparingly. A member of the mint family, daun kesum is an indispensable ingredient in Malaysian laksa, hence the name laksa leaf. Besides laksa, fresh polygonum can also be eaten raw with other Coriander (ketumbar) herbs and vegetables, or added into nasi ulam or nasi kerabu. It has a minty taste and aroma. Coriander seeds give a warm, piquant and spicy tinge to food. Available in powdered form or in whole, coriander is used in rendang, serunding (meat floss), curries, chutneys, Spring onion (daun bawang) briyani rice and as seasoning in many other dishes. The aromatic coriander leaves are Also known as or green onion, diced spring onion is often used as garnishing or usually used as garnishing in soups or laksa. ingredient in stir-fried dishes, noodles, soups, seafood or sauces. It gives a mild flavour and taste. Curry leaf (daun kari) Curry leaves are an important ingredient in many Malaysian dishes, particularly curries Star anise (bunga lawang) and sauces. Curry leaves are also used to add flavour to deep-fried food. It is usually Star anise is one of the most widely used spices in Chinese, Indian, Malay and Nyonya added at the last stages of cooking to add fragrance and flavour to food. cuisines. Available in whole or ground form, this sweet-smelling spice is almost always added in meat or chicken dishes. paste (belacan) Belacan is one of the most indispensable items in typical . This flavourful Tamarind (asam jawa) seasoning is made from fermented baby shrimps called geragau. It is mixed with salt, Originating from India, tamarind fruit is used throughout Southeast Asia as a souring agent. sun-dried and moulded into a disc or blocks. Not meant to be taken raw, the belacan In Malaysia, it is often used to make sour dishes such as asam pedas, fish curry, asam laksa paste is mixed with other ingredients as seasoning or pounded with chilli, shallots, lime and seafood dishes. Tamarind fruit has many other uses – it can be made into a refreshing juice and sugar to make sambal belacan. Belacan is an acquired taste. sweet-sour drink. In the east coast states, tamarind pulp is coated with sugar to make candy. Sometimes, tamarind is also used to shine brassware. Galangal (lengkuas) Similar in apperance to ginger root, galangal is popularly used in Malay and Nyonya Torch ginger / Ginger flower (bunga kantan) cuisine. It has a distinct earthy, spicy flavour and aroma. Galangal is commonly seen in The fragrant torch ginger bud is an indispensable ingredient in making Nyonya-style dishes seafood recipes and is often combined with garlic, chilli, lime or tamarind. such as asam laksa, asam pedas and other spicy and sour gravy. It also complements seafood dishes and can be used to garnish steamed fish. It is best used fresh. Kaffir lime (limau purut) Also known as makrut lime, kaffir lime and its leaves provide a strong and unique flavour. Turmeric (kunyit) The lime is usually used in seafood recipes. Its hourglass-shaped leaves are commonly Available as fresh root or in powdered form, turmeric is extensively used as a flavouring used in Malay dishes such as rendang and serunding, as well as Nyonya fare such as curry as well as colouring agent. It is also used as seasoning or as marinade for deep-fried dishes. kapitan and otak-otak. Turmeric is widely used in curries, particularly fish curry as it successfully masks the fishy odour. Lemongrass (serai) One of the essentials in Malay cooking is lemongrass. It provides a light lemony taste with a slight tinge of ginger. The lower portion of the stalk is either sliced or bruised to release the fragrant oil. It is also used in tea or other beverages.

Mint leaf (daun pudina) In Malaysian cuisine, mint leaves are either used as an ingredient or to garnish soups or laksa. It is also used to make the Indian mint chutney or dip.

Mustard seeds (biji sawi) Mustard seeds are either used in whole or ground and added to curries. It is also used in vegetable pickle or acar. Commonly used in Indian cuisine, mustard seeds combined with cumin seeds provide a pungent, nutty flavour to cooking.

Palm sugar (gula melaka) Palm sugar is obtained from the sap of coconut palm and is normally sold in tubes that are wrapped with banana leaf. In Malaysian cuisine, the rich caramel-brown palm sugar is used as a sweetener to enhance the taste of desserts and porridge. It is normally combined with pandan leaves.

53 Cooking Classes

Gain an insight into Malaysian food, its spices, herbs and condiments by joining a cooking class. Acquire new skills and surprise friends and family with delicious new recipes!

Bayan Indah Culinary Retreat Grace Home Cakes 3343 Kg. Palimbayan Indah School of Baking and Decorating Sg. Penchala, 60000 Kuala Lumpur 16-1 Jalan 4/62D, Medan Putra 4 Tel : 03-7729 0122 Bandar Menjalara, Kuala Lumpur E-mail : [email protected] Tel : 03-6277 1977 Website : www.bayanindah.com / www.rohanijelani.com Fax : 03-6277 0977 Learn to perfect your culinary skills with a hands-on cooking class with E-mail : [email protected] Rohani in her spacious purpose-built kitchen, overlooking an herb patch and Website : www.gracehomecakes.net a fish pond. Classes are small, informal, fun and insightful, and she uses fresh Learn the art of making beautiful wedding cakes, delicious and ingredients straight from her backyard. Classes end with a sit-down meal to breads. This culinary school teaches beginners and advanced levels and savour your own cooking. specialises in cake-decorating classes. Other cuisines are available too.

Akademi Memasak Chef Liza Zainol Pia’s The Padi Cooking Lesson by Jimmy (Formerly known as Azza Culinary Academy) Tel : 012-493 3713 No. 1, Jalan 2/45A E-mail : [email protected] Lot 32602B, Taman Kok Lian Enjoy Malay, Indian and other delightful dishes and learn how to make the Batu 5, Jalan Ipoh most important ingredient in any dish – the paste. Savour rendang, butter 51200 Kuala Lumpur masala and many other tasty dishes while you listen to the stories of the Tel / Fax : 03-6258 7102 / 019-691 0401 friendly, talented and experienced Chef Jimmy. Conducted from 2.00pm to E-mail : [email protected] 5.00pm and followed by lunch. Minimum of two pax, right up to 50 pax. Website : www.sweetazza.com.my Appointments must be made 24 hours in advance. Hands-on baking and cooking classes with cake baking specialist, Chef Liza Zainol. La Zat Malaysian Home Cooking Class Malay House at Penchala Hills Azrah’s Home of Culinary Arts Lot 3196, Jalan Seri Penchala 341, Lorong Maarof Kampong Sg. Penchala Bukit Bandaraya, Bangsar 60000 Kuala Lumpur 59000 Kuala Lumpur Tel : 019-238 1198 Tel : 03-2095 7385 / 012-644 0420 E-mail : [email protected] E-mail : [email protected] Website : www.malaysia-klcookingclass.com Website : http://azrahkamalaasri.com LaZat’s goal is to bring Malaysian cooking to the world by sharing family Weekly workshops on Indian, Malay, Chinese and vegetarian cooking taught by recipes which have been savoured and perfected over generations. cookbook author with 20 years experience, Azrah Kamala. The hands-on classes are held Monday to Saturday and conducted in English. Participants prepare a three course lunch, usually consisting of an appetizer, Chef Abdul Razak main course, side dish and dessert amidst a rustic village setting. Bahagian Pembangunan Latihan & Khidmat Rundingan Kumpulan Pendidikan YPJ Level 2, Wisma YPJ Holdings Note: No.5, Jalan Seri Perdana 1/3 Visitors who are interested to participate in the cooking classes are advised Taman Tampoi Utama to make prior arrangements with the respective cooking academies. 81200 Johor Bahru, Johor Tel : 07-241 6161 E-mail : [email protected] Blog : http://chefrz.blogspot.com Chef Abdul Razak offers interesting cooking classes for traditional and international cuisines, as well as baking and ice-sculpting.

Foodies ‘N Friends Tel : 03-2093 2728 Website : www.foodiesnfriends.com.my E-mail : [email protected] Founded by renowned food writer Hannah Abisheganaden, Foodies ‘N Friends aspires to promote the joy of cooking by organising scheduled cooking workshops and gourmet tours.

Culinary Capers Tel : 03-2092 5985 / 2093 5789 Fax : 03-2093 5260 E-mail : [email protected] / [email protected] Website : www.culinarycapers.com.my 54 Geetha Jayabalan specialises in northern Indian cuisine and also teaches vegetarian, international and fusion cooking throughout the year in her beautiful home. Fun cooking classes for children aged 6-13 are available during school holidays. 54 GOURMET TOUR PACKAGES (Sample Itinerary)

In Malaysia, there are many places of interest that are associated with food and culture. Visit a bustling wet market, savour authentic Malaysian food at an exclusive restaurant or be adventurous and try your hand at making some of the local delicacies! Below is a sample of what visitors can enjoy when they join a gourmet tour.

MALAYSIA GOURMET TOUR Departure Daily Dinner at Coliseum Café, a restaurant renowned for its Western food and Minimum 2 pax old-world charm. Overnight. [B/D]

Malaysia is renowned for its diverse cuisines, as a result of its ethnically DAY 03 – KUL/KLIA mixed population of Malay, Chinese, Indian and other races. There is good quality food to suit all budgets and tastes, ranging from the popular street Breakfast at the hotel. Departure transfer to KLIA for your onward flight stalls and coffee shops to fine dining restaurants. This tour will help you or continue your gourmet adventure to Penang. [B] to understand and explore the array of culinary options in three major destinations in Malaysia, namely Kuala Lumpur, Penang and Langkawi. PENANG

DAY 01 – PEN - COOKING LESSONS – INDIAN KUALA LUMPUR CUISINE Transfer from Penang Airport to the resort. DAY 01 – KUL- CHINATOWN Penang is known as a food paradise. It abounds with fresh seafood and Meet at the airport, transfer for a 1-hour journey from Kuala Lumpur fruits. Despite its Chinese character, Penang also has a strong Indian International Airport (KLIA) to the Hotel. Free at leisure. presence and there are some popular specialties to savour. 1845 hrs, transfer to Jaipur Court and learn how to cook Indian food in At 1700 hrs, proceed to Chinatown. Chinatown bustles with everything the heart of Georgetown’s heritage zone. Jaipur Court is renowned for from food stalls to shops that sell clothes, shoes, watches, etc. Stroll along its excellent Northern Indian cuisine and was the recipient of Malaysian the stalls and restaurants and take in the sights and smells of the various Tatler’s ‘Best Restaurant Award for 2001’. The ambience and setting of the delicacies. restaurant is cosy and reminiscent of old Indian homes.

Dinner at Old China Café, a quaint restaurant offering Chinese / Malay After dinner, enjoy a trishaw ride through the streets of Georgetown. Visit cuisine, with an ambience of the early 1900s. the Hawker Food Centre, a popular spot for some gastronomic adventure. Savour the vast variety of Penang’s mouth watering delights before we Overnight. [D] drop you off at the nightspots and pubs. Of interest are Irish Pub at Farquhar Street, Soho’s Pub at Penang Road and First Avenue at Cititel, DAY 02 – KUL- COOKING LESSONS – CHINESE Penang Road. Return to hotel on your own. CUISINE Overnight. [D] After breakfast, proceed with Chinese cooking lessons conducted by a renowned Chef, where you will see how “Dim Sum” and noodles are made. “Dim Sum” – freely translated, means “A Little Bit of Heart”. They are small pieces made of meat and vegetables placed in a bamboo basket, served either steamed or fried.

Try your hand at making this delicacy and then taste your own “creation”. Non-alcoholic welcome drinks and souvenir certificate will be given at the end of the class.

Afternoon, pick-up from the hotel and transfer to Central Market - a centre for handicraft, antiques and art. Continue journey to Little India, a place well-known for Indian food. Acquaint yourself with the potpourri of spices used for cooking at the spice shops.

55 DAY 02 – PEN - WET MARKET/GEORGETOWN TOUR/ TROPICAL FRUIT FARM TOUR Breakfast at the hotel.

0830 hrs, visit the Chowrasta Market. Take in the sights of different fish, vegetables, spices, etc. displayed for sale. Walk about tour of Inner City of Georgetown – Campbell Street, Kapitan , Sri Maha Mariamman Hindu Temple, Kuan Yin Chinese Temple and Little India. Drive to and visit the largest Reclining Buddha and a Burmese Temple.

1230 hrs, proceed to the Tropical Fruit Farm, a lush 25-acre orchard with over 140 species of tropical and sub-tropical fruit trees. There will be a tour around the farm, fruit tasting and one fruit juice for you to enjoy.

One should not leave Penang without tasting its good seafood – therefore we take you for dinner at Eden Seafood Restaurant.

Overnight. [B/D]

DAY 03 – PEN - AIRPORT Breakfast at the hotel. Departure transfer to KLIA for your onward flight or continue your gourmet adventure to Langkawi. [B]

LANGKAWI DAY 01 – LANGKAWI Transfer from Langkawi Airport to the hotel. Rest and relax at the poolside.

Dinner at Bon Ton Restaurant, specialising in fusion food. The restaurant is located near the sea and has a wonderful ambience of antique traditional Malay houses and coconut trees.

Overnight. [D]

DAY 02 – LGK -ISLAND TOUR/ COOKING LESSONS – MALAY CUISINE Breakfast at the hotel.

0900 hrs, pick up at the hotel. Proceed to learn how to cook Malay food in the environment and ambience of a traditional Malay house. The chef will guide you to select the herbs grown in the courtyard of a lavishly crafted Malay wooden house which resembles the palace of a Malay Sultan in the bygone era. Taste the food that you have cooked. Return to hotel at 3.00pm.

Evening, dinner at Barn Thai Restaurant, built entirely of tropical hard timber and set amidst lush mangrove surroundings. Walk along the wooden walkaway for the next 450 meters to get to the restaurant. The wooden gazebos constructed along the walkway provide a suitable resting place for those who need a short break during the journey. Taste a mixture of different Asian cooking.

Overight. [B/L/D]

DAY 03 - LGK/ AIRPORT Breakfast at the hotel. Free at leisure. Departure transfer to Langkawi Airport. [B]

Please take note that the places of interest, menu and duration stated here are only examples and estimates. Visitors can contact their respective tour operators or enquire with the nearest Tourism Malaysia office for more information on gourmet tours.

Sample itinerary provided by Asian Overland Services Sdn. Bhd. www.asianoverland.com.my

56 5757 MALAYSIA AT A GLANCE

COUNTRY WORKING DAYS The federation of Malaysia comprises , which is made up Most states observe Monday to Friday as working days while Saturday and of 11 states, three Federal Territories as well as the states of Sabah and Sunday are rest days. In the states of Johor, Kedah, Kelantan and Sarawak situated in Borneo. Terengganu, working days are from Sunday to Thursday. Friday and Saturday are observed as rest days. This applies to government o ces and many CAPITAL CITY private establishments. Kuala Lumpur BANKING HOURS GEOGRAPHICAL LOCATION In most states, banks are open from Monday to Friday from 9.15 am to 4.30 Lying 2º to 7º north of the Equator, Peninsular Malaysia is separated from pm. In Kelantan and Terengganu, banks are closed on Friday and Saturday. Sabah and Sarawak by the South China Sea. The Peninsular shares a Check the websites of the relevant banks for details on operating hours and common border with Thailand in the north, while its southern neighbour is rest days. Online banking services are available. Singapore. Sabah and Sarawak share a common border with Indonesia while Sarawak also shares a border with Brunei Darussalam. POST OFFICES Post o ces are open from 8.30 am to 5.00 pm daily except on Sunday and AREA public holidays. They are open for half–a-day on Saturday (until 1.00 pm). 329,758 sq km Post o ces that are located in shopping malls have extended operating hours. In the states of Johor, Kedah, Kelantan and Terengganu, post o ces POPULATION are closed on Friday and Saturday. 28 million TIME PEOPLE The standard Malaysian time is eight hours ahead of GMT and 16 hours Malays make up about 57% of the population, with Chinese, Indians and ahead of the U.S. Pacic Standard Time. other ethnic groups making up the rest. ELECTRICITY LANGUAGE The voltage used throughout Malaysia is 220 - 240 volts AC, at 50 cycles per Bahasa Malaysia (Malay) is the national language but English is widely second. Standard 3-pin square plugs and sockets are used. spoken. Malaysians also speak various languages and dialects. MEASUREMENT SYSTEM RELIGION Malaysia uses the metric system. is the o cial religion but all other religions are practised freely. TELECOMMUNICATIONS GOVERNMENT Malaysia is linked nationally and internationally by telephone, facsimile and Malaysia practices parliamentary democracy and constitutional monarchy. via the Internet. Most hotels provide International Direct Dial (IDD) The Head of State is the Yang di-Pertuan Agong and the Head of telephone services and Wi- Internet connection. Government is the Prime Minister. The country has a bicameral legislative system. GETTING TO MALAYSIA The main gateway to Malaysia is through the Kuala Lumpur International CLIMATE Airport (KLIA) in Sepang. It is located about 50 km south of Kuala Lumpur. Malaysia has a tropical climate and the weather is warm all year round. Over 40 international airlines y into the country while the national carrier, Temperatures range from 21ºC to 32ºC and the annual rainfall varies from Malaysia Airlines, has a global network that spans six continents. The airline 2,000 mm to 2,500 mm. is a full-edged member of oneworld, one of the world’s top three airline alliances. The national carrier is complemented by Firey, AirAsia and ECONOMIC PROFILE Malindo Air. The new KLIA 2, situated about 1.5 km away from the main Manufacturing constitutes the largest component of Malaysia’s economy terminal of KLIA, is the world’s largest purpose-built terminal dedicated to while tourism and primary commodities such as petroleum, palm oil, natural low-cost carriers. Airlines that operate from KLIA2 include AirAsia and AirAsia rubber and timber are major contributors to its economy. X. Other major international airports that serve as entry points are situated in Penang, Johor Bahru, Kuching, Kota Kinabalu and the island of Langkawi. ENTRY REQUIREMENTS The main entry point to Malaysia by sea is , about 50 km away Visitors must be in possession of a valid passport or travel document with a from Kuala Lumpur. Malaysia is also accessible by rail and road from minimum validity of six months beyond the intended visiting period. Singapore and Thailand. Citizens of most countries do not require visas for social or business visits. For further information, please visit or call the nearest Malaysian diplomatic GETTING AROUND mission or Tourism Malaysia o ce. Malaysia has excellent domestic air links serviced by Malaysia Airlines as well as carriers such as AirAsia and Firey. The country has a well-developed and CURRENCY e cient public transportation system served by buses, taxis as well as trains. The unit of currency is the Malaysian Ringgit, which is denoted as RM. GrabCar and Uber services are available in Malaysia. Foreign currencies can be converted at banks and money changers. ACCOMMODATION Malaysia has a wide range of accommodation with competitive rates. International star-rated hotels, boutique hotels, beach resorts, chalets, youth hostels and timeshare apartments are among the types of accommodation available.

58 TOURISM MALAYSIA OFFICES HEAD OFFICE Malaysia Tourism Promotion Board (Ministry of Tourism and Culture, Malaysia) 9th Floor, No. 2, Tower 1, Jalan P5/6, Precinct 5, 62200 Putrajaya, Malaysia • Tel: 603 8891 8000 • Tourism Infoline: 1 300 88 5050 (within Malaysia only) • Fax: 603 8891 8999 MALAYSIA AT A GLANCE E-mail: [email protected] • Website: www.malaysia.travel

STATE OFFICES CHINA Tokyo TURKEY JOHOR Beijing 5F Chiyoda Building, 1-6-4 Yurakucho Istanbul COUNTRY WORKING DAYS No 50C, 1st & 2nd Floor, Bangunan KPMNJ Tourism Section, Embassy of Malaysia Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo 100-0006, Harman Sokak, Hamanci Giz Plaza, No.5, Floor:20 The federation of Malaysia comprises Peninsular Malaysia, which is made up Most states observe Monday to Friday as working days while Saturday and Jalan Segget, 80000 Johor Bahru, Johor Room 506 - 507, Air China Plaza Tel: 00 81 33 501 8691 / 8694 • Fax: 00 81 33 501 8692 34394 Esentepe, Sisli, Istanbul, Turkey Tel: 607 222 3590 / 3591• Fax: 607 223 5502 No. 36, Xiaoyun Road, Chaoyang District E-mail: [email protected] Tel: 00 902 12 284 4436 • Fax: 00 902 12 284 4437 of 11 states, three Federal Territories as well as the states of Sabah and Sunday are rest days. In the states of Johor, Kedah, Kelantan and E-mail: [email protected] Beijing 100027, People’s Republic of China Website: www.tourismmalaysia.or.jp Tel: 00 86 10 8447 5056 • Fax: 00 86 10 8447 5798 UNITED ARAB EMIRATES Sarawak situated in Borneo. Terengganu, working days are from Sunday to Thursday. Friday and Saturday KEDAH E-mail: [email protected] KAZAKHSTAN Dubai Kompleks Pelancongan Negeri Kedah Website: www.tourismmalaysia.cn Almaty Lot 3, Ground Floor (facing Zabeel Road) are observed as rest days. This applies to government o ces and many Seksyen 20, Jalan Raja, 05000 Alor Setar, Kedah Embassy of Malaysia, Tourism Section Al Safeena Building, Oud Mehta, Near Lamcy Plaza CAPITAL CITY private establishments. Tel: 604 731 2322 / 730 1322 • Fax: 604 734 0322 Guangzhou 1st. Floor, Prime Business Park P.O Box 124096, Dubai, United Arab Emirates E-mail: [email protected] Consulate General of Malaysia (Tourism Section) 100/2 Furmanov Street, Medeuskiy District Tel: 00 971 4337 7578 / 7579 Kuala Lumpur Unit 3216, 32nd Floor, CITIC Plaza Office Tower 050000 Almaty, Kazakhstan Fax: 00 971 4335 3318 KELANTAN No. 233, Tianhe Bei Road, Guangzhou 510610 Tel: 00 7 727 2321 430 / 431 / 439 E-mail: [email protected] BANKING HOURS Ground Floor, Kampung Kraftangan, Jalan Hilir Balai People’s Republic of China KOREA GEOGRAPHICAL LOCATION In most states, banks are open from Monday to Friday from 9.15 am to 4.30 15300 Kota Bharu, Kelantan Tel: 00 86 20 3877 3691 • Fax: 00 86 20 3877 3692 UNITED KINGDOM Tel: 609 747 7554 • Fax: 609 747 8010 E-mail: [email protected] Seoul London Lying 2º to 7º north of the Equator, Peninsular Malaysia is separated from pm. In Kelantan and Terengganu, banks are closed on Friday and Saturday. E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.tourismmalaysia.cn (2nd Hansan Bldg., Seosomun-dong) 57 Trafalgar Square, London WC2N 5DU 115, Seosomun-Ro, Chung-Gu United Kingdom Sabah and Sarawak by the South China Sea. The Peninsular shares a Check the websites of the relevant banks for details on operating hours and KUALA LUMPUR Shanghai Seoul 100-813, Republic of Korea Tel: 00 44 2 079 307 932 • Fax: 00 44 2 079 309 015 Level 2, MATIC New Building Consulate General of Malaysia (Tourism Section) Tel: 00 82 2779 4422 / 4251 • Fax: 00 82 2779 4254 E-mail: [email protected] common border with Thailand in the north, while its southern neighbour is rest days. Online banking services are available. 109, Jalan Ampang Unit 1109, Level 11, CITIC Square E-mail: [email protected] Singapore. Sabah and Sarawak share a common border with Indonesia 50450 Kuala Lumpur 1168 Nanjing Road West, Jing An District Website: www.mtpb.co.kr UNITED STATES OF AMERICA Tel: 603 2161 0166 / 0312 / 0328 / 0348 Shanghai 200041, People’s Republic of China Los Angeles while Sarawak also shares a border with Brunei Darussalam. POST OFFICES Fax: 603 2161 0049 Tel: 00 86 21 5292 5252 • Fax: 00 86 21 5292 5948 NETHERLANDS 818 West 7th Street, Suite 970, Los Angeles, CA 90017 E-mail: [email protected] E-mail: [email protected] The Hague United States of America Post o ces are open from 8.30 am to 5.00 pm daily except on Sunday and Website: www.tourismmalaysia.cn c/o Embassy of Malaysia Tel: 00 1 213 689 9702 • Fax: 00 1 213 689 1530 MELAKA Rustenburgweg 2, 2517 KE The Hague, Netherlands E-mail: [email protected] AREA public holidays. They are open for half–a-day on Saturday (until 1.00 pm). No. 6, Jalan Plaza Merdeka FRANCE Tel: 00 31 70 350 6506 • Fax: 00 31 70 350 6536 Website: www.tourismmalaysiausa.com Jalan Merdeka , 75000 Melaka Paris Visiting Office: 329,758 sq km Post o ces that are located in shopping malls have extended operating Tel: 06-288 3304 / 06-288 3785 / 06-288 1549 New York 29 rue des Pyramides, 75001 Paris, France Zeestraat 52, 2518 AB The Hague, Netherlands Fax: 06-286 9804 120 East 56th Street, 15th Floor hours. In the states of Johor, Kedah, Kelantan and Terengganu, post o ces Tel: 00 33 1 429 741 71 • Fax: 00 33 1 429 741 69 Tel: 00 31 70 762 2200 E-mail: [email protected] E-mail: [email protected] New York, NY 10022, United States of America POPULATION are closed on Friday and Saturday. E-mail: [email protected] Tel: 00 1 212 754 1113 • Fax: 00 1 212 754 1116 NEGERI SEMBILAN GERMANY NEW ZEALAND E-mail:[email protected] 28 million 1st Floor, Seremban Plaza, Jalan Dato’ Muda Frankfurt Auckland Website: www.tourismmalaysiany.com 70100 Seremban, Negeri Sembilan Weissfrauenstrasse 12 - 16 Level 10, DLA Piper Tower TIME Tel: 606-762 4488/763 5388 • Fax: 606 763 8428 VIETNAM D-60311, Frankfurt am Main, Germany 205-209, Queen Street E-mail: [email protected] Hanoi PEOPLE The standard Malaysian time is eight hours ahead of GMT and 16 hours Tel: 00 49 69 460 923 420 • Fax: 00 49 69 460 923 499 Auckland 1010, New Zealand E-mail: [email protected] Embassy of Malaysia (Tourism Malaysia Office) Malays make up about 57% of the population, with Chinese, Indians and ahead of the U.S. Pacic Standard Time. PAHANG Tel: 00 64 9 309 6290 • Fax: 00 64 9 309 6292 Unit 401, 4th Floor, HCO Building Lot 7 & 9, Tingkat Bawah, ICT Hub, Putra Square Website: www.tourismmalaysia.de PHILIPPINES Melia Centre, 44B Ly Thuong Kiet Street other ethnic groups making up the rest. Jalan Putra Square 4, 25200 Kuantan, Pahang HONG KONG Manila Hoan Kiem District, Hanoi, Vietnam Tel: 609 567 7112 / 567 7115 / 567 7116 ELECTRICITY Ground Floor, Malaysia Building Embassy of Malaysia Tel: 00 844 3734 3837 / 3938 8464 Fax: 609 566 7114 47-50 Gloucester Road, Hong Kong Tourism Office (Tourism Malaysia) Fax: 00 844 3734 4679 LANGUAGE The voltage used throughout Malaysia is 220 - 240 volts AC, at 50 cycles per E-mail: [email protected] Tel: 00 85 2 2528 5810 / 5811 16th Floor, Picadilly Star Building E-mail: [email protected] Fax: 00 85 2 2865 4610 Bahasa Malaysia (Malay) is the national language but English is widely second. Standard 3-pin square plugs and sockets are used. PENANG 4th Avenue, Corner 27th Street MARKETING REPRESENTATIVES No. 11, Lebuh Pantai, 10300 George Town, Penang E-mail: [email protected] Bonifacio Global City (BGC) BANGLADESH spoken. Malaysians also speak various languages and dialects. Tel: 604 261 0058 / 263 4941 • Fax: 604 262 3688 Website: www.tourismmalaysia.com.hk 1634 Taguig City, Philippines Dhaka E-mail: [email protected] Tel: 00 63 2 846 2697 • Fax: 00 63 2 846 1213 MEASUREMENT SYSTEM INDIA d/a Malaysian High Commission E-mail: [email protected] RELIGION Malaysia uses the metric system. PERAK in Bangladesh No. 12, Medan Istana 2 4th Floor, Vijaya Towers RUSSIA House No. 19, Road No. 6 Islam is the o cial religion but all other religions are practised freely. Bandar Ipoh Raya, 30000 Ipoh, Perak No. 4, Kodambakkam High Road Moscow Baridhara, Dhaka 1212, Bangladesh Tel: 605-255 9962/ 2772 • Fax: 605 253 2194 Chennai 600034, Republic of India c/o Embassy of Malaysia Tel: 00 880 2882 7759 / 7760 / 2885 8394 TELECOMMUNICATIONS E-mail: [email protected] Tel: 00 91 44 4506 8080 / 8181 / 8282 Mosfilmovskaya Ulitsa 50 Fax: 00 880 2882 7761 / 3115 Fax: 00 91 44 4506 8383 Moscow 117192, Russian Federation GOVERNMENT Malaysia is linked nationally and internationally by telephone, facsimile and CAMBODIA PERLIS E-mail: [email protected] Tel: 00 7 495 933 5748 / 5747 Phnom Penh Malaysia practices parliamentary democracy and constitutional monarchy. via the Internet. Most hotels provide International Direct Dial (IDD) No. 21, Jalan Satu, Taman Pertiwi Indah Website: www.malaysiajao.com Fax: 00 7 495 933 5749 c/o Embassy of Malaysia Jalan Kangar-Alor Setar, 01000 Kangar, Perlis E-mail: [email protected] Mumbai 220-222, Preah Norodom Boulevard The Head of State is the Yang di-Pertuan Agong and the Head of telephone services and Wi- Internet connection. Tel: 604 978 1213 / 1235 • Fax: 604 978 1143 Website: www.tourismmalaysia.ru E-mail: [email protected] 123, Jolly Maker Chamber II Sangkat Tonle Bassac, Khan Chamkarmorn Government is the Prime Minister. The country has a bicameral legislative 12th Floor, Nariman Point SAUDI ARABIA Phnom Penh, Cambodia system. GETTING TO MALAYSIA SABAH Mumbai 400021, Republic of India Jeddah Tel: 00 855 2322 1593 • Fax: 00 855 2322 1594 Lot 1-0-7, Ground Floor, Block 1 Tel: 00 91 22 6635 2085 • Fax: 00 91 22 6639 0702 2nd Floor (Upper Parking), Mega Business Centre E-mail: [email protected] The main gateway to Malaysia is through the Kuala Lumpur International Lorong Api-Api 1, Api-Api Center E-mail: [email protected] Serafi Mega Mall, Tahlia Street CANADA 88000 Kota Kinabalu, Sabah Website: www.malaysiajao.com c/o Consulate General of Malaysia (Tourism Section), Airport (KLIA) in Sepang. It is located about 50 km south of Kuala Lumpur. 1806 – 1111 West Georgia St. CLIMATE Tel: 6088 211 732 / 248 698 • Fax: 6088 241 764 P. O. Box 593, 21421 Jeddah New Delhi Vancouver, B.C., Canada V6E 4M3 E-mail: [email protected] Kingdom of Saudi Arabia Malaysia has a tropical climate and the weather is warm all year round. Over 40 international airlines y into the country while the national carrier, C 3/13, Vasant Vihar Tel: 00 1 604 689 8899 • Fax: 00 1 604 689 8804 Tel: 00 966 12 286 7333 • Fax: 00 966 12 286 7444 SARAWAK New Delhi 110057, Republic of India E-mail: [email protected] / Temperatures range from 21ºC to 32ºC and the annual rainfall varies from Malaysia Airlines, has a global network that spans six continents. The airline E-mail: [email protected] Parcel 297-2-1, Level 2, Riverbank Suites Tel: 00 91 11 4601 1677 (DL) / 1674 (GL) [email protected] 2,000 mm to 2,500 mm. is a full-edged member of oneworld, one of the world’s top three airline Jalan Tunku Abdul Rahman, 93100 Kuching, Sarawak Fax: 00 91 11 4601 1676 SINGAPORE Website: www.tourismmalaysia.ca Tel: 6082 246 575 / 775 • Fax: 6082 246 442 E-mail: [email protected] #01-01B/C/D, No. 80, Robinson Road alliances. The national carrier is complemented by Firey, AirAsia and CHINA E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.malaysiajao.com Singapore 068898 Chengdu Tel: 00 69 6532 6321 / 6351 • Fax: 00 69 6535 6650 ECONOMIC PROFILE Malindo Air. The new KLIA 2, situated about 1.5 km away from the main SELANGOR INDONESIA Level 18, The Office Tower Shangri-La Centre E-mail: [email protected] Manufacturing constitutes the largest component of Malaysia’s economy terminal of KLIA, is the world’s largest purpose-built terminal dedicated to 6th Floor, Wisma PKPS, Jakarta 9 Bingjiang Road (East), Chengdu 610021 Persiaran Perbandaran Seksyen 14, c/o Consulate General of Malaysia SOUTH AFRICA People’s Republic of China while tourism and primary commodities such as petroleum, palm oil, natural low-cost carriers. Airlines that operate from KLIA2 include AirAsia and AirAsia 40675 Shah Alam, Selangor Jalan H.R Rasuna Said, Kav.x/6 Johannesburg Tel: 00 8628 6606 5230 • Fax: 00 8628 6606 5231 Tel: 603 5510 9100 • Fax: 603 5510 9101 No. 1-3, Kuningan, Jakarta Selatan 12950 Ground Floor, Building 5, Commerce Square rubber and timber are major contributors to its economy. X. Other major international airports that serve as entry points are situated IRAN E-mail: [email protected] Republic of Indonesia No. 39, Rivonia Road, Sandhurst Tehran in Penang, Johor Bahru, Kuching, Kota Kinabalu and the island of Langkawi. Tel: 00 62 21 522 0765 / 4947 Johannesburg, South Africa TERENGGANU Malaysia Embassy in Tehran Fax: 00 62 21 522 0766 P.O. Box 1125, Saxonwold 2132 No. 11, Ground Floor, 1st Floor & 2nd Floor No. 25, The 2nd St., Northern Zarafshan St ENTRY REQUIREMENTS The main entry point to Malaysia by sea is Port Klang, about 50 km away E-mail: [email protected] Tel: 00 27 11 268 0292 / 0295 Pusat Niaga Paya Keladi, Jalan Kampung Daik Eyvanak Blvd, Phase No. 04 Fax: 00 27 11 268 0296 Visitors must be in possession of a valid passport or travel document with a from Kuala Lumpur. Malaysia is also accessible by rail and road from 20000 Kuala Terengganu, Terengganu Medan Shahrak Gharb,Tehran E-mail: [email protected] minimum validity of six months beyond the intended visiting period. Singapore and Thailand. Tel: 609 630 9433 / 9093 • Fax: 609 630 9091 c/o Consulate General of Malaysia Tel: 00 98 21 8808 4361 / 00 98 21 8807 2444 E-mail: [email protected] 43, Jalan Diponegoro, 20152 Medan SWEDEN Fax: 00 98 21 8808 4361 Citizens of most countries do not require visas for social or business visits. Sumatera Utara, Republic of Indonesia Stockholm OVERSEAS OFFICES IRELAND Tel: 00 62 61 452 3192 Stureplan 2, 4tr, 11435 Stockholm, Sweden AUSTRALIA Dublin For further information, please visit or call the nearest Malaysian diplomatic GETTING AROUND Fax: 00 62 61 452 3179 Mailing address: Perth Level 3A Shelbourne House, Shelbourne Road E-mail: [email protected] Box 3602, 10359 Stockholm, Sweden mission or Tourism Malaysia o ce. Malaysia has excellent domestic air links serviced by Malaysia Airlines as well Level 5, 150 St Georges Terrace Ballsbridge, Dublin 4, Republic of Ireland Tel: 00 46 8 249 900 • Fax: 00 46 8 242 324 Perth WA 6000, Australia ITALY Tel: 00 353 1 237 6242 / 6243 as carriers such as AirAsia and Firey. The country has a well-developed and E-mail: [email protected] Tel: 00 61 8 9481 0400 • Fax: 00 61 8 9321 1421 Milan E-mail: [email protected] CURRENCY e cient public transportation system served by buses, taxis as well as trains. E-mail: [email protected] / Via Privata della Passarella 4, 20122 Milan, Italy Website: www.malaysia.se LAOS [email protected] Tel: 0039 02 76011788 • Fax: 0039 02 76027652 TAIWAN The unit of currency is the Malaysian Ringgit, which is denoted as RM. GrabCar and Uber services are available in Malaysia. Vientiane Website: www.tourismmalaysia.com.au E-mail: [email protected] Taipei (c/o Embassy of Malaysia) Website: www.tourism.gov.my/it Suite C, 8th Floor, Hung Tai Centre Foreign currencies can be converted at banks and money changers. Sydney Nongbone Rd, Phonxai Village Fb: www.facebook.com/turismomalesia 170 Tun Hwa North Road, Taipei, Taiwan Suite 6.01, Level 6, 151 Castlereagh Street Saisettha Dist, Vientiane, Laos ACCOMMODATION Tel: 00 88 62 2514 9704 / 9734 Sydney, NSW 2000, Australia JAPAN Tel: 00 856 21 414205-6 Fax: 00 88 62 2514 9973 Malaysia has a wide range of accommodation with competitive rates. Tel: 00 61 2 9286 3055 • Fax: 00 61 2 9283 8311 Osaka 00 856 21 262373 (DL) E-mail: [email protected] E-mail: [email protected] 10th Floor, Cotton Nissay Building Fax: 00 856 21 414201 / 262339 International star-rated hotels, boutique hotels, beach resorts, chalets, youth Website: www.promotemalaysia.com.tw Website: www.tourismmalaysia.com.au 1-8-2 Otsubo-Honmachi, Nishi-ku E-mail: [email protected] / Osaka 550-0004, Japan [email protected] hostels and timeshare apartments are among the types of accommodation BRUNEI THAILAND Tel: 00 81 66 444 1220 • Fax: 00 81 66 444 1380 Bangkok Unit No 1.14 - 1.15, First Floor VIETNAM available. E-mail: [email protected] Unit 1, 3rd Floor, Zuellig House The Rizqun International Hotel, Gadong BE3519 Ho Chi Minh City Website: www.tourismmalaysia.or.jp 1-7, Silom Road, Bangrak Negara Brunei Darussalam Unit 1208, 12th Floor, Me Linh Point Tower Bangkok 10500, Thailand Tel: 00 673 238 1575 / 1576 • Fax: 00 673 238 1584 No. 2 Ngo Duc Ke Street Tel: 00 662 636 3380 - 3 • Fax: 00 662 636 3384 E-mail: [email protected] District 1, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam E-mail: [email protected] Tel: 00 84 8 3825 8036 / 3825 8011 Website: www.sawasdeemalaysia.com Fax: 00 84 8 3825 8037 E-mail: [email protected] Culinary Delights

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