Food, food, food...

One of the main highlights of our trip to Malaysia was definitely the delicious food. We had the chance to try the many different Malay cuisines, each as equally exciting to try as the other. What made our experience that much better was tasting the dishes at local family owned restaurants, which we would strongly recommend to any adventurous food lovers (probably not our parents).

Malaysian cuisine is unique in the sense that it is influenced by Southern China and Southern India. Below are some of our favourite dishes and restaurants:

Southern Indian Influence (Original Kayu):

Mango Lassy (aka Louise's obsession): The perfect drink to accompany this type of cuisine is the Mango Lassy, a delicious mango and yogurt drink, which Louise became quite fond of. 

Roti Canai and Roti Tisu: As recommended by I-Mae, roti canai and roti tisu are an absolute must-try when in Malaysia. Roti canai (on the left) is a Southern-Indian influenced flatbread, which can be dipped in a variety of curry sauces. Roti tisu as held up by I-Mae and Ilaria on the right, is simply a thinner version of roti canai that can be coated with sugar or kaya (Malaysian jam) to add a sweeter taste. Superrrrr tastyyy!   

Chinese Teochew influence (Hua Shuan):

The fried aubergine and tofu doe...

Cantonese influence (Restoran Jin xuan Hong Kong):

A traditional Cantonese brunch is getting together with the fam and eating dim sum. The meal mainly consisted of pork or fish wrapped in savoury pastry, accompanied by vegetables and a chilli and sweet bean dipping sauces. Per usual, we stuffed our faces to try the different dishes, multiple times. However, we were not brave enough to try the infamous fried chicken feet.   

Ipoh Noodles and Chicken (Restoran Soo Kee):

After feasting like bikini season isn't around the corner, a nice and light Ipoh noodle soup with chicken was a perfect way to wrap up the Malaysian leg of our trip. 


The unusual fruits in Malaysia:

Try them all!

Jackfruit (Nangka):

Dragon Fruit (Pitaya):

Rosewater Apple (Jambu):

The varieties of Mangos (Rainbow, Golden Lilly and Golden Phoenix):

Traditional Malaysian snacks:

Chua family homemade cakes:

An advantage of staying at I-Mae's house was the cakes her mom made. Our favourite was the Toblerone Cheesecake.

Day 4: Panoramic views of KL

Petronas Towers:

View from the Petronas Tower Bridge (170m):

View from the observatory deck (370m):

Lunch at 360 Atmosphere:

No angle or view of KL was missed today. We visited the Petronas towers, the tallest twin towers in the world, and were able to admire a full panoramic view of KL at 170m and 370m. It was a perfect and clear day to view the city's skyline, which was a beautiful backdrop for our many photos (mainly selfies). Keeping to the theme of the day, we were treated to lunch at 360 atmosphere, a revolving restaurant at 282m in the Menara KL building. Unsurprisingly, we feasted on the all-you-can-eat buffet. 

xx Ila & Louise

Day 3: Completed the high ropes extreme challenge...and then we feasted

Skytrex High ropes course: 

We just can't get enough of traditional Malaysian food...

In the heart of the Malaysian forest we completed the Extreme Skytrex Challenge course and felt like true warrior when we walked out. Needless to say we deserved to feast on some delicious Malaysian food for dinner. This included Chicken and Beef Satay, Coconut water and some slightly unusual traditional deserts. All in all a tiring day. 

xx Ila & Louise

Day 2: Batu Caves, Henna and other KL must-see's

Batu Caves:

Getting Traditional Henna done outside Batu Caves

Royal Selangor:

China Town:

Today we dedicated our day to visiting some of KL's must-sees. We woke up early to escape the crowds and heat and visited the beautiful Batu Caves. The caves are situated in a mountain and is was transformed into one of Malaysia's most important Hindu Shrines. We had to climb 272 steps to reach the caves and had the chance to watch a traditional Hindu ceremony take place. The site was breathtaking, no wonder it is one of Malaysia's top attractions.

The rest of the day was spent visiting the Royal Selangor Factory, which is the world's largest pewter maker, and the characteristic China Town.

xx Ila & Louise