Malaysia

Possessing a certain joie de vivre and irresistible charm in their approach to life, the Peranakans are among Penang's first settlers; and today, vestiges of their grandeur from a bygone era can be seen everywhere in George Town. Here's where to go in Penang for a quick weekend immersion in Peranakan culture!

Kim Hock Su of MICHELIN-Starred Au Jardin curates the perfect Penang itinerary for those curious to visit the charming and historic city.

Does Malaysian Buah Kulim, or Jungle Garlic, hold the potential to replace the elusive truffle? Chefs Darren Teoh of two-MICHELIN-Starred Dewakan in Kuala Lumpur and Johnson Wong, recipient of the Malaysian MICHELIN Guide Young Chef Award 2024, tell us their thoughts on the locally sourced gem.

Curated dinner events and affordable tasting menus by MICHELIN restaurant chefs in Kuala Lumpur & Penang await.

Solo travellers with an appetite for adventure can’t miss Malaysia’s capital city of Kuala Lumpur — a bustling metropolis that’s part cultural hotspot, part foodie haven, just as long as you know where to look.

Multi-varietal, overflowing with richness and sweetness, and always vibrantly coloured, Kuehs mirror the joie de vivre of both countries' local culinary culture. Here are some of the popular kueh that can be found in Malaysia and Singapore.

Malaysia is renowned for its rich biodiversity, yet many indigenous ingredients remain obscure outside of its community. Co-founders of MICHELIN Selected Eat and Cook, Lee Zhe Xi and Soh Yong Zhi, belong to a growing number of next-generation Malaysian chefs who draw inspiration from the country's rich terroir.

Learn why these restaurants in Kuala Lumpur are heralding Malaysia's rise as a global culinary destination.

The ubiquitous Teochew flat rice noodles are showcased in various cooking styles across Southeast Asia — especially in Malaysia and Singapore. Learn about their different styles, their origins, and where to find them in the two neighbouring countries.

Running her MICHELIN-Starred "Old School Eatery" with an iron fist in a velvet glove, 70-year-old Gaik Lean Beh shares with us the recipe for her sought-after nasi ulam.

We sit down with Penang Road Famous Jin Kor Char Kuey Teow's owner, 67-year-old Lim Chong Jin (also known as Jin Kor), about the story of how his newly recognised Bib Gourmand char kuey teow stall came to be.

With dishes donning edgy names such as "3 Girls with a Dirty Guy", Jenelle Tan, owner of newly MICHELIN Selected restaurant Sambal in Penang, shares how she rose above the naysayers and the countless challenges faced by introducing a unique and modern concept in Penang.

The holiest event in the Muslim calendar, Muslims the world over would practise abstinence from any food or drink from dawn till dusk. The breaking of the fast at the end of each day is a time for family and friends to gather and break their fast together. Here are some dishes that they celebrate with, and where to find them in Malaysia.

Carrying the torch into its 33rd year, this family-owned business is a testament to the resilience of tradition balanced with innovation.

George Town may be the go-to place in Penang, but have you visited Butterworth? Just a mere 20 minutes’ drive across the Penang Bridge, eight delectable MICHELIN-listed eateries are located here, just waiting to be explored.

From being a hotel steward to winning the MICHELIN Guide Service Award, Wan Zulkifeli has come a long way. He opens about how his experiences have shaped his approach to service and his sentiments about winning such a recognition.

Love is in the air this Valentine’s Day, and what better way to a loved one’s heart than to offer and share sweet treats.

Newly recognised with a Bib Gourmand, Roti by d’Tandoor serves contemporary Northern Indian cuisine while staying true to tradition.