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Discovering Ramadan Market Food in Langkawi, Malaysia

June 18, 2019 by Vanessa Workman 4 Comments

Without going into the details of Malaysia’s Ramadan fasting month and what it means for Muslims, I will say there is a lot of food involved (between fasting). For non-Muslims, if you aren’t fortunate enough to be officially invited to a traditional ‘break fast’ (buka puasa), you can still experience some of the cultural aspects […]

Langkawi Wet Markets For First Timers

January 15, 2018 by Vanessa Workman 12 Comments

Have you heard about Langkawi wet markets? Unless you’re a cruising sailor and well versed in Southeast Asian produce or have some previous island life experience; shopping for food on some islands can often be challenging. Learning about local produce and their uses is a cultural experience you simply don’t get from a book, so […]

Cook with Shuk: Langkawi’s Culinary Icon

July 8, 2016 by Vanessa Workman 10 Comments

As I slowly discover the cultural side of Malaysian foods, the idea of taking a Malaysian cooking class has come to mind several times. But good things can eventually come to those who procrastinate, and my timing was perfect to snag a last minute spot in an exclusive Cook with Shuk cooking class in Langkawi, […]

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