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NGOs step up to combat Ramadan food waste

Food 2024

During Ramadan, Muslims across the country enjoy their favorite foods, whether in bustling markets or fancy restaurants. However, it is not surprising that food waste is often the product. According to the Solid Waste Management and Public Cleaning Corporation, more than 22,732.61 tons of food waste was thrown away in …

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Looking for a pick-me-up? Jamu is just what you need

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It is an Indonesian panacea that wakes up every morning. Bright, warm and uplifting, it’s everything you need to keep your routine going and healthy. The preparation of jam varies depending on where you are in Indonesia. For example, in Bali, an element of lemongrass is added. Overall, the two …

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Kechara continues its Ramadan initiative with hotels

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It’s around 11:30pm on a Saturday and the city’s offices are finally winding down. As businesses close for the night and people return home, Justin Cheah’s work is just beginning. In 10 minutes, he visited three of the capital’s top restaurants, as well as many more on his bucket list. …

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Tangkak Beef Noodles beloved family recipe goes halal

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For most people, the name Tangkak means nothing to you. But for fans of local food, this small town has one important advantage: it is the birthplace of Tangkak beef. This delicious noodle dish, available in both dry and soup forms, has delighted diners over the years. But now, Klang …

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Crookie the French pastry craze taking over TikTok

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Over the past year, young people with smartphones have surrounded the owner of a Paris bakery, eager to take pictures of themselves with the latest type of pastry: the criminals. A croissant filled with cookie dough may look like a heart attack, but everyone knows it will be delicious, even …

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For this family rendang is more than a Raya tradition

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There are many dishes that define Hari Raya: lemang, ketupat and, of course, rendang. But for Nora’shah Ibrahim and her family in Kuala Kangsar, rendang is not just a Raya tradition: it is also how she carries on her late mother’s legacy. The family-run business, Rendang Tok Yoep, uses recipes …

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How music affects one’s enjoyment of alcohol

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When it comes to alcohol, it’s a question of taste: some have a preference for sweet notes; others prefer a more bitter drink. Although the perception and taste varies from person to person, it seems that music can also affect our perception of the taste of alcohol. At least this …

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Good food affordable prices at Minf Houze vegan café

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It’s not every day you find a cheap coffee shop in the bustling city center. If you’re looking for vegetarian or vegan options, the chances of finding such a place are slim. That is, until vegan cafe Minf Houze opened in 2019 at Cosway Guesthouse. “Being a vegetarian myself, I …

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