Stir-fried Bitter Gourd with Eggs
Bitter gourd, also known as bitter melon, is one of the healthiest vegetables known to mankind, but not many children like to eat it…
Bitter gourd, also known as bitter melon, is one of the healthiest vegetables known to mankind, but not many children like to eat it…
World Chocolate Day, or International Chocolate Day, is celebrated annually on July 7. If you ask me though, it should be celebrated every day….
Father’s Day is celebrated annually on the third Sunday of June. This year it falls on June 20, 2021. There are many different ways…
Traditional Chinese steamed milk buns or mantou (馒头) is one of the most popular steamed bun originating from China. It is a yeast-based Chinese…
Do you enjoy snacking with your family? My family does! Whenever we watch TV or just chill around, there is always something to munch…
Do you always crave for a dessert but it is always unhealthy or too sweet, and you are on a diet? That is incredibly…
A mother who has just given birth needs the best nutrition for her quick and complete recovery. One of the most common drinks recommended…
Kurma, also known as dates in English, is an amazing source of energy! A quick snack to boost your day or an appetiser before…
Butterfly pea flower or better known as bunga telang here in Malaysia is widely used as natural dye for food especially for making Nyonya…
As Hari Raya is fast approaching, I would like to share the recipe to a popular festive cookie. Checkerboard cookies, also known as Biskut…
Who does not love chocolate? Remember back in October last year when I shared my Moist Chocolate Chip Bun recipe? I also shared my…
Do you have a tough time getting up in the morning to make breakfast for your family? If you are constantly serving cereal or…
Mung beans (kacang hijau) are small, green legumes are incredibly versatile. They are packed with nutrients and is one of the best plant-based sources…
Bananas are a popular fruit that is bursting with health benefits. They boost the digestive system and promote heart health, thanks to the high…
Pandan leaves have a pleasant and sweet aroma. Here in Malaysia, we are very fortunate as it is very easily grown. I always place…
Apam Balik is a popular street snack in Malaysia. It is also well-known in neighbouring countries like Singapore and Indonesia. Apam Balik literally means…
In conjunction with this fabulous International Women’s Month, I would like to share a simple recipe that can help to boost our health inside…
I am a mother of two boys – the eldest is 14 years old and the youngest is 8 years old. They are very…
Most of our children have been back in school virtually for almost a month now this year and just recently, the Minister announced that…
Yee Sang is a mixed salad dish symbolizing prosperity, good luck, good health and all the good things in one single plate. The word…
MUST-HAVE Traditional Chinese New Year Food! There are certain food which plays a very important role in the celebration of Chinese New Year. In…
In continuation to my Chinese New Year article series, I will be writing about something different than my usual recipe sharing. I am going…
Dates for Chinese New Year (CNY) varies every year but it usually falls either in January or February. The changes in dates is due…
The secret to a mouthwatering grilled cheese sandwich is not in the ingredients but on the stove. Some people named it grilled cheese sandwich…
Baking makes me happy. Baking cute cookies or cakes makes me even happier! Today, I am going to share this irresistible oatmeal cookies recipe….
Whenever we dine out, my boys would often request to dine at one particular eatery as it serves this adorable kids bento meal that…
Reminiscing about a wonderful day in the sun? Do you have visions of the beach calling for you and you must go? Are you…
One thing that I noticed these days is my boys snack a lot. They are always looking for something to munch in between meals….
Dongzhi or Winter Solstice festival is one of the most important celebrations for Chinese people. It falls on December 21 this year. Tang yuan…
I love baking Christmas cookies and this is my absolute favourite. If you ask me to describe the taste of Christmas, I will tell…
It was just another afternoon during lunch when I was having a conversation with my youngest son. He asked me regarding the upcoming Christmas…
Hands up if you love peanut butter! My family do and we make our own peanut butter. It is easy to make and even…
I remember visiting our neighbour for Deepavali when we were children. Without fail, there was always this sweet coconut candy that I will go…
The pandemic has caught us all off-guard. We are now living in the new normal. For me, that means spending more time at home….
“I’m Popeye the Sailor Man I’m Popeye the Sailor Man I’m strong to the finish Cause I eats my spinach I’m Popeye the Sailor…
HALLOWEEN. It’s celebrated each year on October 31. We don’t get a holiday for it here but it’s still extravagant in some ways. What…
Let’s admit it, the final quarter is here and the year 2020 is definitely not going as to how most of us planned it…
Mooncakes were a kind of offering to the moon in ancient times. At present, it is the most popular food for the Mid-Autumn Festival….
Living in our beautiful country allows us to experience the many different festivals of each and every race in Malaysia. For the Chinese community…
Sweet potatoes are a rich source of fibre as well as an array of vitamins and minerals. They are a good source of vitamin…
The children are back to school but they are not dining in the canteen anymore during this pandemic. It is either we pre-order food…
NASI LEMAK – Fragrant rice cooked in coconut milk with pandan leaf, served with sambal, crispy anchovies, toasted peanuts, hard-boiled eggs and cucumber. We…
STINK BEAN, also known as petai, is widely consumed in Southeast Asia. The beans grow hanging from a tree, wrapped in a tough outer…
The aroma of freshly baked bread wafting from the kitchen is one of my all-time favourite smells. My boys will magically appear in the…
Have you ever had that moment when you feel that you are too exhausted to even think of cooking anything for the family? Well,…
If you love the fusion of spice and slightly tangy flavours, then TOMATO RICE is the perfect dish to indulge in. A healthy rice…
If you are a nursing mom, there isn’t a moment in the day that your body isn’t actively making milk for your little one….
PINEAPPLE – Native to South America, it was named for its resemblance to a pine cone. An exotic, rare, and tasty delicacy in the…
Who remembers the aromatic whiff that will lead us by the nose to freshly baked buns with crisp coffee exterior and moist buttery center?…