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Culture December 9, 2019

Miss Malaysia Universe goes Peranakan with her National Costume – we love it!

Miss Malaysia Universe Shweta Sekhon donned a truly Malaysian pageant dress that pays tribute to…

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Culture December 3, 2019

8 Ways to Discover Malaysia’s Peranakan Culture with Locals

These Peranakan locals in Malaysia are opening their doors to guests so anyone can experience their closely-guarded family traditions and culture.

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Here’s Where You Can Learn to Draw and Paint Batik in Kuala Lumpur - www.lokalocal.com
Culture November 21, 2019

Here’s Where You Can Learn to Draw and Paint Batik in Kuala Lumpur

There’s something magical about Malaysian Batik you can’t experience by buying batik products off the shelf. So here’s a workshop you can join in KL!

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This Jungle School in Gombak is the Next Hidden Gem on your Travel List - www.lokalocal.com
Culture November 20, 2019

This Jungle School in Gombak is the Next Hidden Gem on your Travel List

It’s off the beaten track. And it’s close to Kuala Lumpur.

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These 3 Workshops let you Experience the Beauty of Batik Art
Culture November 18, 2019

Love Malaysia’s Award-Winning Batik Girl? These 3 Workshops let you Experience the Beauty of Batik Art

After watching this award-winning film, you’ll want to find these batik workshops in Malaysia!

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Long Semadoh Harvest Experience
Local Story November 15, 2019

Harvesting an eye-opening experience at Long Semadoh Valley

Long Semadoh is more than just a valley in the highland. It is where a team of locals is providing opportunities for local farmers.

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Traditional Artisans Penang
Culture October 14, 2019

Living Heritage: 10 Traditional Artisans in Penang

These artisans are keeping the rich culture and heritage of Penang alive.

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Culture September 26, 2019

Of Grace and Poise: 9 Traditional Dances in Malaysia

Dancing is an ubiquitous presence in every culture. From the stomping of ancient aboriginals to the modern-day city swing, dance is an entire culture epitomised through rhythmic movement of the body.

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Culture August 28, 2019

9 Malaysian artists painting the scene on modern art

In the run-up to Merdeka, we’re shedding more light on the often shadowed artistic nature of Malaysia.

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  • There are secret scenic spots in Penang. The kind you can only find when you hike with a local. Meet Dominic, our local expert who runs the Adventure Hike to the Hills of Penang.
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  • Calligraphy can make the simplest words and sentences into pure works of art. Learn the basics of modern calligraphy from using a dip pen, fundamental strokes and lastly creating your own personal style of writing. You can even have fun with various inks in creating different effects!

Book a calligraphy class in Penang with Yimin on LokaLocal: https://loka.fun/modern-calligraphy-with-yimin
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  • Here's your guide to all Malaysia's long weekends in 2020. Time to make your holiday plans! See the full guide on our blog!
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  • Meet Salmiah. She's always cooking at home, and loves to share her skills! Her dishes are influenced by Thai, Malay, and a little bit of Chinese⁠
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She hosts guests in a 2 hour hands-on cooking class where you will prepare dishes like Nasi Lemak (Milky Coconut Rice), Nasi Goreng Kampung (Malay Village Fried Rice), Daging Goreng Kicap (Fried Soy Bean Meat with Vege), Meat/Chicken Curry, and Fried Vegetables.⁠
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See how happy her guests are! Discover and book this experience on @LokaLocal : https://loka.fun/malay-cooking-by-salmiah⁠
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  • Meet Siow Fei, a tea tasting expert. She guides guests through the art of tea brewing so they can feel its meditative benefits.⁠
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Want to learn to appreciate the different qualities of tea? Find this experience in Petaling Jaya, Selangor: https://loka.fun/tea-tasting-with-siow-fei⁠
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  • This old-school bakery is the highlight on our 'Strolling Down  Johor Bahru Old Street" tour. ⁠
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Find this experience in Johor here: https://loka.fun/johor-bharu-old-street⁠
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  • Meet Chef Samuel. He's a professional chef with 10 years of experience in Penang. He brings you to the morning market to buy ingredients, then shows you how to cook up a storm! .
Every day he has a different menu, from Nyonya to Chinese, Indian, Malay, Mamak and more - but all 100% authentic Malaysian food!
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Here's the Naan and Curry class. Find out how you can join his class on LokaLocal!
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