In this episode of Made in Malaysia, we unpack the yee sang, the vibrant dish that takes centre stage during Chinese New Year. Join us as we delve into the cultural roots and significance of this beloved dish with food writer Nicholas Ng.

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In this episode of Made in Malaysia, we unpack the yee sang, the vibrant dish that takes centre stage during Chinese New Year. Join us as we delve into the cultural roots and significance of this beloved dish with food writer Nicholas Ng. Image credit: Shutterstock

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A Deep Dive into Yee Sang

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There’s something magical about stepping into a rainforest—the towering canopy, the cool earth beneath your feet, the chorus of unseen creatures. Our forests hold secrets millions of years old, and they are the lifeblood of our land. But do we truly appreciate them? It was International Day of Forests last Friday, and today we want to celebrate Malaysia's ancient wonders with biodiversity conservationist Surin Suksuwan, who is also the Co-Founder of Nature Bookshop&nbsp;Sunda&nbsp;Shelves. Image Credit: Shutterstock

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We’re quickly approaching that time of year again when the festive cheerful music of Hari Raya echoes throughout households. So today, we’re sitting down with Almanina Alwani Badaruddin, lecturer of Music Composition at UiTM to speak about some of the classic Raya tunes that we know and love. We also discuss her work as a composer and songwriter under the stage name Alwagera and talk about her contributions to the rich catalogue of Malaysian Raya songs. 

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We’re quickly approaching that time of year again when the festive cheerful music of Hari Raya echoes throughout households. So today, we’re sitting down with Almanina Alwani Badaruddin, lecturer of Music Composition at UiTM to speak about some of the classic Raya tunes that we know and love. We also discuss her work as a composer and songwriter under the stage name Alwagera and talk about her contributions to the rich catalogue of Malaysian Raya songs. Image Credit: Shutterstock

Raya Music the Modern Way

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Ramadhan isn’t just about fasting—it’s also a time when food takes center stage. From the sizzling stalls of bazaars to the comforting warmth of bubur lambuk, certain dishes become especially sought after during this month. But what makes a food “iconic” for Ramadhan? Is it nostalgia, availability, or something more? In this episode, we explore the enduring appeal of Malaysia’s favourite Ramadhan eats. Image Credit: Shutterstock

A Deep Dive into Yee Sang

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