Oct 23, 2015
Fabulous Food in Malaysia
Sample a variety of Malaysian foods on a culinary walking tour of Kuala Lumpur! Eat lunch like a local as you explore hidden streets, alleyways and suburbs of this diverse city with a knowledgeable guide. On this epicurean adventure, you’ll discover a wide range of cultural influences on Malaysia’s dynamic cuisine – enjoy the spicy aromas of Indian dishes, the complex tastes of Chinese cooking and the zesty flavors of Malay favorites. Numbers are limited to 12 people, ensuring an intimate experience with a small group of like-minded food lovers.
Meet
your guide at the entrance to Bangsar Station, a stop along the city’s
Light Rail Transit (LRT), to begin your small-group food tour of Kuala Lumpur.
Then, follow your guide off the beaten track through hidden backstreets
and narrow alleys to sample enough local food for a delicious lunch!
Stroll
with your small group through the Indian-influenced neighborhood of
Brickfields, where you’ll find architecture and music as loud and
colorful as the food! At the hawker center, famous for its South Indian
food stalls and restaurants, sample delicious Indian dishes, each plated
on a banana leaf. Your guide will introduce you to an assortment of
Indian breads along with chicken, fish or mutton curry.
As
you walk around, your guide will order your food and help you interact
with the locals, making sure you taste the best dishes, including a
variety of delectable Indian sweets. Try sugary morsels like fresh
banana fritter, gulabjamu (a sticky, sweet treat) or cendol– a local favorite made of shaved ice, plum sugar, kidney beans and coconut milk jelly.
Next,
your guide will take your small group aboard the sky-high transit
system to Kuala Lumpur’s bustling Chinatown. Weave through this vibrant
neighborhood, known for its Chinese shops serving traditional dim sum.
Dive into a bowl of tasty stir-fried noodles and sample a glass of
refreshing limejuice while you take in the lively atmosphere around you.
Complete your culinary tour over coffee at an old-school
coffee house, where you’ll see charming photos from Kuala Lumpur’s past
on display. As you relax, your guide will further discuss Malaysian
customs and food culture, as well as offer recommendations of where to
eat for dinner.
Your tour ends in Chinatown at Petaling Street.
