We’ve previously shared about the people, culture, language, tradition, and even the origin story of the Peranakan people. We also know that food is the epicentre of all cultures, what more an exotic culture like the Peranakan. We’ve even shared Continue reading Debbie Teoh’s Nyonya Universal Paste
We’ve recently featured a rather uniquely Malaysian dish, the bak kut teh. But mention beef noodle, and nobody will relate it to Malaysia. Most people will probably associate it with China, Hong Kong, even Vietnam, for their unique interpretation of Continue reading Beef Noodle: A Possible Uniquely Malaysian Dish?
Bak kut teh (usually abbreviated to BKT), the traditional Chinese stewed pork dish. I use the term “traditional” loosely here, and I’ll get into the reason why shortly. But for now, suffice to say that it’s a dish popular with Continue reading Traditional Bak Kut Teh With A Contemporary Twist
Malaysian artist Rebecca Duckett has been the focal point at Espoletta over the past months, and with good reason too! We introduced her hallmark artistic stylised depictions of nature in the first episode. Then we shared an insightful weekend art Continue reading ‘100 Patterns In 100 Days’: Rebecca’s Artistic Journey In Isolation
Have you wondered what kind of setting will be suitable for a Malaysia version of Count Dracula novel? What could be more perfect than a mountainous area surrounded by forest and a place known for its infamous past?… Baling town Continue reading Baling, A Mystical Town (Part 1 Of 3)
Previously, we stopped at the red telephone booth whilst strolling Taiping town, remember? Now, buckle up, let me tell you how it looked like and what we did next… Few minutes before discovering it, we were admiring the buildings around Continue reading Heritage Trail Walk In Taiping (Part 2 Of 2)
What could be a perfect travel destination for a weekend? I wondered. My close friend and I have been extremely busy with our work after the pandemic and were looking for a getaway to somewhere within Malaysia. With that on Continue reading Taiping, A Getaway To The Land Of Rain (Part 1 Of 2)
In the previous episode, we discussed the different types of batik designs. These various designs come from different parts of Southeast Asia. And some have very distinct features that are very fun to learn about. Many of the places that Continue reading Batik In Asia (Part 2 Of 3)
Sarah Anbu is a typical 26-year-old primary school teacher at Pine Hills International School teaching Malay language and humanities. Her passion is working with kids and helping them grow up in a safe environment at school. She believes that every Continue reading Sarah Anbu: Every Child Deserves A Loving Upbringing
The moment I turned fifteen, people began to ask me, “Where are you going for secondary school?” I didn’t want to answer it because the thing was, I didn’t know where I wanted to go. Should I go to a Continue reading Boarding School: Should I Go? (Part 1 Of 2)
