Malaysia

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.

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.

127 restaurants compose the MICHELIN Guide Kuala Lumpur & Penang 2024 selection with over 30 different cuisine types. For the first time, the MICHELIN Guide Kuala Lumpur & Penang recognises an “Opening of the Year” award. A restaurant is also promoted to One MICHELIN Star, and Malaysia sees its first two-MICHELIN-Starred restaurant this year.