Be prepared to walk, a lot, when you visit Malacca. Of course, you can take an easier way out, either by cycling or taking a trishaw ride. I walked a lot when I was in Malacca, and it helped that one of the hotels we put up at, Quayside Hotel, is located in the most ... continue reading »

Munshi Abdullah, born Abdullah bin Abdul Kadir, is known as “The Father of Modern Malay Literature”. Born in 1797 in Kampung Pali, Malacca, he was given the title "Munshi" when he was just a teenager. It means "Teacher of Language" in Arabic. One of this more well-known Malay literature is "Hikayat Abdullah" which in Malay ... continue reading »

Melaka may be a small city but there are just so many things to see and do. During our 4D/3N tour of Melaka, which was, frankly speaking, insufficient, we managed to find time for Melaka River Cruise. The Melaka River and Coastal Development Corporation, which offers this cruise, has forty boats that ply along the Malacca ... continue reading »

This traditional Malay house, built in 1894 without a single nail, belonged to the village headman at that time, Penghulu Abdul Majid. He was a tycoon whose ancestors were from Palembang, Indonesia. Penghulu or Demang were titles bestowed upon the head of society, and was highly respected by the community. This house in Merlimau, Melaka, has ... continue reading »

Baduka is actually a multi-talented man who is a family member of the company that owns and manages the restaurant that sells Nasi Ayam Pacak. I got to chat with him during my meal at his restaurant while in Melaka. During our visit, he took the opportunity to promote his business, which is custom spray painting ... continue reading »

A dinner of a combination of steamboat and grill is getting more and more common lately. As I do not take beef, I have to be careful that I do not have beef in my hotpot. At Api-Api Steamboat & Grill, diners would first have to choose their ingredients from the various freezers, buffet style. ... continue reading »

Cycling is a favourite pastime among foreigners when they are in Melaka. My group of friends had the opportunity to cycle along a village trail, in Tiang Dua, and the sight was breathtaking. Firstly, after choosing their mountain bikes and strapping on the cycling helmet for safety purposes, participants in the cycling activity ... continue reading »