Saturday, 6 December 2025

Author: Caroline Jackson

Cultural tapestry of Peranakan heritage

Melaka, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is a vibrant city where history and modern life meet. At its heart, the Baba Nyonya community celebrates a unique cultural identity, now officially recognised by the government. From traditional cuisine and attire to lively streets and heritage sites, their rich legacy continues to

When travel becomes transformation

Book title: Eat, Pray, LoveISBN: 9780143138412Author: Elizabeth GilbertPublisher: Penguin GroupPublication year: 2006 “I think about the woman I have become lately, about the life I am now living, and about how much I always wanted to be this person and live this life, liberated from the farce of pretending to

A fragrant welcome in Hue, Vietnam

Meet Vietnamese craftswoman Ha, as she warmly welcomed a group of Malaysian tourists in fluent Malay at her handicrafts shop in the Quang Phu Cau Incense Village in Hue, Vietnam, recently. Ha, 38, interacted effortlessly with the visitors, including the writer, demonstrating how to make various types of incense and