Made in Malaysia is the show that’s all about the people and things that make Malaysia, Malaysia. And in our first month of shows, we’re diving headfirst into the one thing that most Malaysians can agree on: food! In this episode, we explore the evolution of Malaysian fine dining and how chefs like Darren Teoh from Dewakan are leveraging the unique flavours and ingredients across the country to create distinct culinary experiences.

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Made in Malaysia is the show that’s all about the people and things that make Malaysia, Malaysia. And in our first month of shows, we’re diving headfirst into the one thing that most Malaysians can agree on: food! In this episode, we explore the evolution of Malaysian fine dining and how chefs like Darren Teoh from Dewakan are leveraging the unique flavours and ingredients across the country to create distinct culinary experiences. Image Credit: Rachel Claire, Pexels

Made in Malaysia is the show that’s all about the people and things that make Malaysia, Malaysia.

Made In Malaysia

The Malaysian Fine Dining Scene

From the karst hills of Perlis to the depths of Sarawak, Malaysia’s caves hold stories millions of years in the making. We speak to Zarris Kem — cave explorer, environmentalist, and mapper — about the wonders beneath our feet, and what they reveal about nature, culture, and the urgent need for conservation.



Image Credit: Bartek Biela

From the karst hills of Perlis to the depths of Sarawak, Malaysia’s caves hold stories millions of years in the making. We speak to Zarris Kem — cave explorer, environmentalist, and mapper — about the wonders beneath our feet, and what they reveal about nature, culture, and the urgent need for conservation.Image Credit: Bartek Biela

Beneath the Surface: Exploring Malaysia’s Caves

Orchids may not be our national flower, but with over 3,000 species found across Malaysia - and some only found here - one wonders if there should be more attention and appreciation for these flowers. On this episode of Made in Malaysia, we speak to orchidologist Prof Dr Rusea Go from Universiti Putra Malaysia, to learn more about the uniqueness of our wild orchids, the threats they face from poachers, and how we can better conserve this aspect of our biodiversity.


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Orchids may not be our national flower, but with over 3,000 species found across Malaysia - and some only found here - one wonders if there should be more attention and appreciation for these flowers. On this episode of Made in Malaysia, we speak to orchidologist Prof Dr Rusea Go from Universiti Putra Malaysia, to learn more about the uniqueness of our wild orchids, the threats they face from poachers, and how we can better conserve this aspect of our biodiversity. Image Credit: Shutterstock

Wild, Wild Orchids of Malaysia

Played through a single nostril and carved from bamboo, the pensol carries sound, memory, and ceremony in the lives of the Semai and Orang Asli communities. So we dive into the pensol’s origins, the rituals it’s tied to, and how it continues to breathe life, into cultural preservation and expression.

Played through a single nostril and carved from bamboo, the pensol carries sound, memory, and ceremony in the lives of the Semai and Orang Asli communities. So we dive into the pensol’s origins, the rituals it’s tied to, and how it continues to breathe life, into cultural preservation and expression.

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