Exploring Ipoh’s 90-Year Old Beggar Chicken Tradition
MOMC Chef Johari Edrus visits Granny Beggar Chicken in Ipoh and helps demonstrate how it’s made
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More Than White Coffee – 7 Reasons Why You Need (At Least) 3 Nights in Ipoh
Do you remember the theme song to the sitcom, Cheers? It starts like this – Making your way in the world today Takes everything you’ve got Taking a break from all your worries Sure would help a lot Wouldn’t you like to get away? As someone whose idea of a relaxing holiday does not include…
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Finding Hong Kong in Ipoh – The Story of Wong Fei Hung and Kong Fu Kopitiam
Discerning Hong Kongers sometimes see Malaysia through the lens of nostalgia – parts of it – especially Ipoh and Penang – remind them of the Hong Kong of a bygone era. I’ve heard stories of Chow Yun Fat visiting KL regularly back in the 80s (or was it the 70s?), while these days, you might…
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Malaysian-Inspired Burgers on a Budget w/Paul Gray (Budget Eats Series)
Homemade budget beef burgers with a Malaysian touch, from Paul Gray’s South Africa Meets Malaysia series.
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Pikedel Grago – Portuguese-Eurasian Krill Fritters from Melaka
One of the highlights of our Masters of Malaysian Cuisine (MOMC) Merdeka Day broadcast was the Pikedel Grago – Portuguese-Eurasian krill fritters – prepared by retired Melaka fisherman Martin Theseira. Martin grew up in Melaka’s Portuguese Settlement, where grago (local krill) once appeared in abundance during the season from June to December. Every household would…
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Martin Yan – A Chef’s Journey in Sydney
A recap of Martin Yan’s six-day tour of Sydney where our team was tasked with creating an extensive itinerary consisting of food tours, ticketed dinners, and media interviews to make Martin’s trip one for the history books
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Jackie M Leads Exclusive Durian and Culinary Tour in Malaysia (MEDIA RELEASE)
Participants will savour Malaysia’s abundant durian harvest while exploring renowned eateries in Kuala Lumpur, Ipoh, and Penang, along with engaging in rich cultural experiences.
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Durian Cookbook Launch: From Local Delicacy to Global Culinary Limelight
In a bold move set to redefine Malaysia’s culinary landscape, the Masters of Malaysian Cuisine (MOMC) are launching “The Durian Cookbook” – a groundbreaking publication that’s already turning heads in the international gastronomy scene. Award-Winning Innovation Puts Malaysian Durian on the World Map Before even hitting the shelves, “The Durian Cookbook” has claimed the First…
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Ipoh White Coffee – Famous Malaysian Cuisine
One of Malaysia’s favourite drinks is Ipoh White Coffee. Just your regular coffee, right? Don’t be fooled: this style of coffee is a truly Malaysian affair. With its roots in the 19th century tin mines of Perak, Ipoh white coffee sprung from the taste of Chinese tin miner, who found the acidic coffee preferred by…
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Asam Pedas – Famous Malaysian Cuisine
Have you ever heard of asam pedas? Meaning “sour-spicy,” it’s a fish soup originating in the Malay area of Sumatra and found all over Malaysia, especially in areas with a high concentration of Malay and Minangkabau populations. Asam pedas is seasoned with chilli, tamarind paste and other spices to create a distinctive sour and spicy…
