Keeper of the art of Rattan Weaving in Penang
With the modern trend towards plastic and faux-wood furniture, rattan weaving is gradually falling into oblivion. Although the rattan heritage trade is struggling to survive, a...
The last hand-made Joss Stick Maker in Penang
At the time, when local craftsmanship around the world is slowly disappearing under the pressure of cheap mass production technology, a few artists still...
Popiah skin maker at Chowrasta market in Penang
Popiah, the traditional food loved by all Malaysians, is becoming difficult to find. But some artisans still continue making popiah skin the way it...
Behind the satin curtains of a Chinese opera
Chinese Opera, combining literature, drama and musical performance, is one of the ancient art forms in the world, which has been entertaining the Chinese...
Papua New Guinea Sepik River Crocodile Festival
Colourful Sepik Crocodile Festival is a spectacular annual celebration in the heart of one of the most remote and isolated regions of Papua New...
Papua New Guinea Festivals: Enga Show
Unique and still intact culture, extravaganza of colours, body and face paint, impressive headdresses, traditional songs and frenzied dances make Enga Cultural Show a...
Dumpling syndrome, or Baba Nyonya food culture
Vivid blue or brown, pyramid-shaped and wrapped in bamboo leaves, these traditional dumplings, Nyonya Chang and Bak Chang, are the cornerstone of Baba Nyonya food...
Hiking in Switzerland to the Orny Hut in Wallis
Hiking to the Orny Hut guarantees a sense of wonder and is a good introduction to the Alps. Situated opposite the Orny Glacier and...
Chingay ritual, a special ending of the Chinese New Year
Chingay ritual, spanning across five days, is one of the oldest celebrations in Malaysia running for over a century. This annual tradition of Johor...
