From the King of fruits to the crown jewel of Malaysia’s culinary scene, the country’s delicacies have been enjoyed for generations. But the traditional trades behind these familiar tastes are constantly under threat by the forces of modernity, development and time itself.
How are the veterans of Malaysia food scene spicing up their menu and venue to keep these familiar tastes alive? This documentary offers a behind-the-scenes peek at how the country’s farmers and hawkers are reinventing themselves to cater to younger palates.
00:00 Introduction
02:11 Famous Musang King durians of Bentong
06:34 4th-generation owner selling traditional Nasi Lemak in Kuala Lumpur
08:44 Dark soy sauce Hokkien Mee along Petaling Street
14:30 Innovating on Hokkien Mee to appeal to the youth
17:50 Importance of durian education
21:15 Madam Kwan's, a decades-old Nasi Lemak restaurant
23:39 Farming the "King of Ginger" in Bukit Tinggi
29:13 Modern threats to Bentong ginger
32:15 KL Nasi Lemak using a special rice combination
37:17 Second generation owner takes over Madam Kwan's
40:45 Restaurant sells Bentong ginger tea
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