Malaysian Culture & People – language, cuisine, history, and more
Malaysia’s history as a regional melting pot comes to life in its culture. Here are links and articles chronicling Indonesia’s arts, cuisine, languages, religion, history, and more to enrich your Indonesian journey.
Ramadan Foods in Malaysia and Singapore
During Ramadan, millions of Malay Muslims spend the daylight hours avoiding food - it stands to reason that the food awaiting them at iftar (the end-of-day breaking of the fast) ought to be good, hearty, traditional Malay food that warms the soul and rewards the assiduous Muslim for his day of sacrifice.
Ramadan bazaars are full of such Malay dishes - curries, rendang, po…
Ramadan and Aidilfitri in Southeast Asia
Muslim observation of Ramadan in Singapore and Malaysia, and accompanying Ramadan bazaars.
Muslim observation of Ramadan in Singapore and Malaysia, and accompanying Ramadan bazaars.
A Short History of Melaka
A short history of Malaysia's most historic city. Melaka was founded by a rumored descendant of Alexander the Great, was a vassal to the Chinese, then was fought over by the Europeans before joining the independent country Malaysia in the 20th century.
A short history of Malaysia's most historic city. Melaka was founded by a rumored descendant of Alexander the Great, was a vassal to the Chinese, then was fought over by the Europeans before joining the independent country Malaysia in the 20th century.
A Gallery of Peranakan Chinese New Year Food
What's the best part of being in Penang for Chinese New Year? It's the food: a rich spread of traditional "Peranakan" (Straits Chinese) cuisine. Penang-based food blogger Lingzie sampled numerous New Year foods, and she graciously gave us a guided tour of the food on the table.
What's the best part of being in Penang for Chinese New Year? It's the food: a rich spread of traditional "Peranakan" (Straits Chinese) cuisine. Penang-based food blogger Lingzie sampled numerous New Year foods, and she graciously gave us a guided tour of the food on the table.
An Introduction to Malay Cooking and Culture
About.com Guide Dennis Sim on Malay Cooking and its cultural history in Southeast Asia.
About.com Guide Dennis Sim on Malay Cooking and its cultural history in Southeast Asia.
Ethnicities of Malaysia
A comprehensive guide to the ethnicities making up the Malaysian melting pot. From AllMalaysia.info.
A comprehensive guide to the ethnicities making up the Malaysian melting pot. From AllMalaysia.info.
Penang Heritage Trust
Official site of organization devoted to Penang conservation and cultural education. Includes trail maps throughout Penang’s more scenic areas.
Official site of organization devoted to Penang conservation and cultural education. Includes trail maps throughout Penang’s more scenic areas.