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Malaysian Street Food Checklist: What to Eat in KL and Penang
The plates you cannot skip on a food trip to Malaysia, from nasi lemak to char kuey teow, explained by local guides who eat them every day.
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· Maarten · Food & Culture GuidesWhat Most People Get Wrong About Malaysian Spices
The herbs and spices that define Malaysian cooking: what they are, what they taste like, and where they come from in the market.
· Maarten · Food & Culture GuidesMalaysian Festivities: Planning Your Trip Around Celebrations
Updated June 2026: Festival dates shift each year with the lunar and Islamic calendars. Here are the confirmed dates for the coming year.
· Maarten · Food & Culture GuidesHow to Find Vegetarian Restaurants in KL, Penang and Ipoh
Updated June 2026: Malaysia's vegetarian scene keeps growing. Our guides have updated this with the latest spots.
· Maarten · Food & Culture GuidesThe Hidden Meat Problem: Why Vegetarians Need to Be Careful in KL
Updated June 2026: Our guides still hear this question every week. Here is the latest advice for vegetarian visitors.
· Maarten · Food & Culture Guides9 Distinctive Spots to Visit in Kuala Lumpur
Updated May 2026: KL's food and culture scene keeps evolving.
· Maarten · Food & Culture GuidesIs It Safe to Eat Street Food in Malaysia?
A practical, honest guide to street food safety in Malaysia. What to look for, what to skip, and how to eat with confidence at hawker stalls.
· Maarten · Food & Culture GuidesDurian in Malaysia: Types, Season and Where to Eat
Musang King, D24, kampung durian: how to pick, when to eat, and where to try Malaysia's king of fruits in KL and Penang.
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Do Malaysians Eat Dog Meat? And Other Questions About Malaysian Food
A common visitor question answered honestly, plus a look at some of the more unusual plates you might encounter on a food tour through Malaysia.
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Do Malaysians Speak English? A Visitor Guide
Yes, and better than most visitors expect. Malaysian English is easy to follow; here's how it works and the phrases you'll hear on the street.
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Bak Chang: The Chinese Dumpling Festival in Malaysia
Updated May 2026: Dumpling Festival season is here again, and Malaysian families are busy wrapping their annual batch of bak chang.
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What Happens at a Hari Raya Table (That Will Surprise You)
Updated June 2026: Hari Raya celebrations are back in full swing across Malaysia.