I have a friend. His name is Ryonn Leong. But before you write this off as a childish essay, let me clarify that childhood dreams — and not childishness — is what this article is about. You see, Ryonn who hails from Kelantan has been playing masak-masak since he was a kid. And I don’t…
Tag Archive: Homecooked
A Simple Plan: My First Food Article for The Malaysian Insider
I used to joke that designers think words are just patterns… until I “met” Jon’s blog. And was totally blown away not just by the clever and beautiful comics treatment but the words. Ahhh, the words. Jon writes visually and from the heart. What more can one ask for really? A reader’s dream. – Joan…
Jimmy Kimmel’s YouTube Challenge: I Told My Kids I Ate All Their Halloween Candy
The weekend is finally here. I thought it’ll never come. Since the close of work day yesterday I’ve been hiding in the kitchen – yes, I’ve said and it and I’ll say it again that cooking is my way to de-stress. If you see me chopping things up quietly in the kitchen, stay away. Let…
Recipe: Michael Elfwing’s Chicken Liver Pâté and Red Onion Jam
My kitchen is my sanctuary, or so I’ve written about it before. It’s a warm and comforting cave where I can slowly spend hours cooking my fears and insecurities away. Ultimately, this ritual also comforts my aching stomach and does wonders for my broken heart. The smile on the faces of my family and friends…
Wonton Soup: A Recipe to Cure Homesickness on Chinese New Year
Chinese New Year is just around the corner and this is traditionally a time to spend with our nearest and dearest. While there are many of us who look forward to the holidays, I also know of just as many who dread spending time with their kins. I am sometimes guilty of this too. We…
Home + Food: Now, This Is Love
I’ve been told that there is no real recipe for making love (pun not intended). Apparently, it usually just happens (again, not intended). But whoever said that is a fool. Love can be made (seriously, get your head out of the gutter). I knew that even from a young age. And it usually starts from…
Homecooked Spaghetti & Meatballs: A Comforting Recipe
I must apologise for the lack of comics recently. More so, guilt is slowly eating me from within thinking of the sweet PR ladies and gracious restaurant owners who are waiting patiently (not to mentioned silently cursing me) for their reviews and post event coverage to be published. I’m sincerely sorry for the long wait….
