While Indian cuisine often relies on turmeric powder, Malay dishes make use of fresh turmeric. Fresh turmeric is the raw form of the spice, ...

From Kullu Manali ( KULLU MANALI MAJESTY ) to Chandigarh. India's first planned city, Chandigarh stands as a testament to modern urban d...

Next on our itinerary was Kullu Manali ( SHIMLA ESSENCE OF HIMALAYSAN GEM ). After a comfort break and lunch, we arrived at the Westin Hotel...

Once I dismounted from the horse ( SHIMLA -  CAPTURING NATURE'S LOVE ), the guide shared his number for arranging the ride back down the...

Waking up ( UTTAR PRADESH ), oh-my! I realize that I am in Shimla. Shimla is like a love name for me, just like how I felt when I was in Jai...

Back to India, this time to explore Shimla and Chandigarh. On another solo trip, I joined a tour group with a mix of familiar faces, and new...

Devils are in play and in power when it comes to Portuguese Devil or Debil Curry ( EURASIAN PINEAPPLE SALTED FISH CURRY ). Why the name? Wel...

This super easy and healthy drumstick and egg curry showcases pantry-friendly ingredients that make cooking a breeze. Packed with nutrition ...

It's been ages since I used sun-dried mangoes in my cooking. Growing up, my mum often used these tangy delights in various dishes. Somet...

I have a whole list of things to share with all of you about lemongrass, or as we call it in our local language, serai. The most important t...

Back in 2009, I had the pleasure of spending six unforgettable days in Bali. This island, with its rich culture and history, left me spellbo...

How about we make Turkish Carrot Yogurt Salad? Sounds fabulous, right? Aha, yes! I love all things yogurt. It’s a delight for me. In fact, I...

The next morning ( LANGKAWI SKY HIGH ) was dedicated to shopping at the duty-free shops . One of those things I am not fond of? Shopping. ...

Embarking on a road trip to Langkawi with a large group required two coaches. This was my second visit, the first being 25 years ago, leav...

The day to return home arrived, but with plenty of time still on our hands, the adventure continued. We began by joining the line outside Re...

The first half of my day was pretty hectic but incredibly fulfilling ( IPOH TEMPLE TREASURES ). Despite being roasted under Malaysia's...