Traditional Coffee Roaster in Penang
Malaysian coffee has a strong, slightly bitter but highly aromatic flavour, which comes from liberica and robusta beans varieties and the way the...
The last Songkok maker in Penang
Oval caps worn by Muslim men are common sight in Malaysia. But today, traditional songkok makers are unable to withhold competition from machine-made...
Traditional Signboard Engraver in Penang
Beautiful hand-carved signboards used to be ubiquitous among Chinese communities in Malaysia. Made of special wood resisting the tropical weather, they last for over...
Hand-Made Nyonya Beaded Shoemaker in Penang
Intricate and ornate Nyonya beaded shoes are integral part of Nyonya culture. Popular in the past, today their glory has paled. But some...
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,...
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...
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...
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...
Tofu making in Vietnam
Processing soybeans into tofu is a bright invention, which has been performed by centuries. Making something so versatile, such as tofu, from hard...
