The popular Malaysian Ais Kacang which is also well-known as ABC (Air Batu Campur) can be found at almost every eatery throughout the country.  However, there are certain places that serve excellent versions of the thirst-quenching concoction that is usually made of shaved ice, red beans, sweet corn, jelly, peanuts, evaporated milk and sweet syrup. Here are our top four recommendations:   Aunty Peggy’s Classic Aunty Peggy has her own version of the famed ABC, which has been attracting people to her stall in Petaling Jaya for many years. The mixture of ingredients she uses helps her stand out from other ABC vendors in her neighborhood. She is happy to…

As more Malaysians turn toward plant-based eating by incorporating meat-free dishes into their weekly menu plan, more plant-based restaurants and cafes are opening up throughout the country. Every place has its own list of healthy meals. It’s up to you to decide where you want to eat. Perhaps you’d like to satisfy your hunger pangs and leave your taste buds craving for more by trying vegetarian meals at these three eateries?   The Ganga Café Many vegetarians frequent their branches in Bangsar and Mont Kiara for lunch and dinner. After you try out their healthy and mouth-watering Indian-Gujarati meals, you’ll give them two thumbs up and recommend them to your…

Brickfields, which is also known as Kuala Lumpur’s Little India is a classic tourist hotspot. Anyone looking to enjoy authentic Indian food will find endless choices there. Here are our top three choices of the best eating outlets in Brickfields for this month:   Lawanya Food Corner Situated near the Sree Veera Hanuman Temple, Lawanya Food Corner is a fantastic choice for those who appreciate a scrumptious home-cooked meal that is served in a claypot. Due to its popularity, the place is almost always full.  You can even choose from three types of rice which include white, brown and briyani. Check out their spread of vegetable and vegetarian dishes and…

Indulge in the delightful tastes and textures of authentic Thai Cuisine nestled in an elegant Thai-style teak house amongst a tropical garden and overlooking a lagoon at Dusit Thani Laguna Phuket. Dusit Thani Laguna Phuket, a luxurious beach resort on Phuket’s northwest coast, has announced the soft opening of Benjarong, the Signature Thai restaurant of all Dusit Thani hotels under Dusit International’s umbrella. Benjarong serves authentic Thai Cuisine crafted from unique recipes passed from generation to generation. Formerly known as Ruen Thai, Benjarong is an ode to Thailand’s culinary heritage and blends the delicacy of flavours with visual appearance in the form of sophisticated ingredients and artistic presentation. The restaurant’s…

Ubud, Bali in Indonesia is known for its friendly people, laid-back environment and tasty food. Here are top three popular dishes for you to try when you’re on the island:   Sate Lilit There is nothing like biting into a tasty Sate Lilit on a hot Balinese day. Sate lilit has a spicy, savoury and sweet taste that most visitors and locals enjoy. It is different than the common satay that most people in Indonesia are used to. Instead of using bamboo skewers, lemongrass stalks are being used to produce a more fragrant aroma. The meat used to make Sate Lilit may vary. Some people prefer chicken, beef, fish meat…