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How 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.
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· 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.
· Maarten · Food & Culture GuidesMalaysian Durian Guide: How to Eat the King of Fruits
Malaysian Durian Guide: How to Eat the King of Fruits Without Your Hotel Kicking You Out 2,103 people search for "durian" every month.
· Maarten · Food & Culture GuidesHow to Eat Malaysian Street Food Like You Grew Up Here (2026)
Not just what to eat but how. The unwritten rules of Malaysia's hawker centres, from ordering with hand signals to spotting a stall worth queuing for.