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Introduction Welcome to Malaysia, a country of fascinating people, colourful cultures and enchanting natural attractions. This land is home to the Malays, Chinese and Indians, and various other ethnic groups such as the Ibans and the Kadazandusuns. Here, people of all races live in harmony, delighting in each other’s festivals and celebrations. This multicultural potpourri has created one of Malaysia’s most unique attractions, its endless gastronomic pleasures. A variety of cuisines await the intrepid traveller – from the irresistibly aromatic to the succulently sumptuous. The passion for food, and the easy-going, relaxed nature of Malaysians make dining here a memorable experience.
A Vegetarians’ Paradise
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alaysia is blessed with diverse cultures and a fertile land. Coupled with a tropical weather, this
wonderful land of plenty produces a variety of exotic fruits and vegetables all year round. Thus the love for food is only natural and the results are reflected in a wide array of tempting meals, including a fine spread of vegetarian cuisine.
There
are
various
types
of
vegetarian diets and preferences. Whichever vegetarian diet you may observe, you can be assured that the Malaysian vegetarian cuisine caters to all needs.
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For those who are not too particular, a wide range of vegetarian meals can easily be ordered in non-vegetarian restaurants. From small restaurants to gourmet offerings, Malaysian vegetarian food will carry you into new realms of epicurean delight. Savour nourishing, delicious meals of Indian, Chinese, Nyonya and Western origins throughout the country. The Malaysian encounter will undoubtedly capture the imagination and entice all vegetarians by fulfilling individual needs, and the country will remain long in your memory as the vegetarian food paradise.
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Flavours of Malaysian Vegetarian Cuisine
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alaysia is truly a beautiful and wonderful country. While enjoying the colourful sights and exotic
cultures, the types of cuisine offered will leave a visitor spoilt for choice. This includes vegetarian cuisine with its fine culinary tradition.
Chinese The customs, traditions and celebrations brought by the early Chinese immigrants to Malaysia have been perpetuated over the years. Today, festivals such as Chinese New Year, Moon Cake Festival, Chap Goh Meh and Hungry Ghost Festival add colour to the Malaysian cultural scene. Each festival offers its exclusive dishes with its own folklore. Enjoying a wide popularity, the exquisite Chinese cuisine focuses on
colour,
aroma,
taste
and
presentation. Mock meats, made to resemble a variety of meat and seafood,
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Indian The Indians came in as traders in the 15th century and brought with them their rich culture as well as exquisite spices. The Indians celebrate Deepavali, Thaipusam, Ponggal and numerous other festivals with devotion and enthusiasm. Indian food is enjoyed by all races in the country.
are predominantly used in the Chinese vegetarian fare. They
For its mouth-watering aroma and heady taste, this cuisine
are made of soy, gluten (a mixture of protein found in cereal
uses a unique blend of fine spices and diverse styles of cooking.
grains), mushroom and seaweed. The delicate use of various
Indian food is generally rich and satisfying. Much attention
spices and seasonings such as fresh ginger, garlic, chilli pepper,
is also given to its savoury and sweet snacks. Spices such as
rice wine, sesame oil and soy sauce among others enhance the
cinnamon, star anise, cumin and fenugreek are used to enhance
flavour of the dish without overpowering the senses.
the taste of food as well as for its holistic properties.
Light soups, dim sums, a variety of noodle dishes and even
Rice dishes such as briyani, anytime light meals consisting of
steamboat make the Chinese cuisine a fare to look forward to
poori, naan and dhosas as well as finger-licking curries will
with much relish.
leave the palate craving for more.
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Thai Due to the proximity of Thailand to Malaysia, Thai food has made an impact on the Malaysian taste buds. The style of cooking in the northern Malaysian states of Perlis, Penang and Kedah is a testimony to the Thai influence. A typical Thai meal combines a number of tastes that are hot, spicy, sweet and sour. Thai food is usually stir-fried or steamed, though many cooking variations have been introduced to suit modern needs. Flavours from the Thai kitchen are enhanced with lime, lemongrass, tamarind, kaffir lime leaves, coconut milk, cilantro and green onions.
Nyonya The Straits Chinese or Peranakan is a fusion culture that resulted from the intermarriage between the Malays and the early Chinese traders during the Malacca Sultanate. Apart from their speech and dressing, the Peranakan people are
Tom Yam Koong, fresh savoury salads such as mango and papaya, and green curry are taste explosions that titillate the senses of many.
inherently Chinese, celebrating the same festivals as their Chinese cousins. The Sino-Malay amalgamation has produced its own exotic cuisine called ‘Nyonya’ food, which is relished by many. A mark of Nyonya culinary fare is the hours of care and preparation that go into making a delicious meal. The Nyonya cuisine uses a lot of pungent roots like galangal, turmeric and ginger, aromatic leaves like pandan and kaffir lime, along with candlenuts, shallots and lemongrass. The
hallmark
of
delicious
Nyonya food are its Assam
Pedas, the Nyonya kuihs and a variety of acar or pickles.
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Destinations
Kuala Lumpur A bustling metropolis, Kuala Lumpur is the federal capital of Malaysia. It is a world-class city and a hub for social, cultural, economic, commercial and international activities.
n Kuala Lumpur
Annalakshmi G (E) - 017 Ground Floor Mid Valley Megamall Lingkaran Syed Putra 59200 Kuala Lumpur Tel: 03-2284 3799/2284 0799/03-2282 3799 Fax: 03-2284 4799 E-mail: dakshinamoorthy@yahoo.com (Indian) Ahimsa Vegetarian Restaurant Lot-1.068, 1st Floor, Endah Parade 1, Jalan 1/149E, Bandar Baru Sri Petaling 57000 Kuala Lumpur Tel: 03-9543 1378 (Steamboat) Amata Vegetarian Restaurant No. 2, Jalan Panggung 50000 Kuala Lumpur Tel: 03-2026 9077 Fax: 03-2026 9076 (Chinese) Bean Curd Restaurant 1, Jalan Thamboosamy, Off Jalan Putra 50350 Kuala Lumpur Tel: 03-4042 3526 (Chinese) Fatt Yan Vegetarian Restaurant 57, 59 Jalan Tun H.S. Lee 50000 Kuala Lumpur Tel: 03-2070 6561 Fax: 03-2070 6563 (Chinese) Giant Bowl Vegetarian Restaurant 10, Jalan Klang Lama, Batu 4 1/2 58000 Kuala Lumpur Tel: 03-7982 3869 (Chinese) Gopala Vegetarian Restaurant 59 Jalan Thambipillai, Brickfields 50470 Kuala Lumpur. Tel: 012-351 3713 /016-276 5874 (Indian)
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Karuna’s Vegetarian Restaurant No. 235, Jalan Tun Sambanthan, Brickfields 50470 Kuala Lumpur Tel: 03-2273 0100 Fax: 03-2273 1569 E-mail: karunas@paradisegroup.com.my (Indian)
Saravana Bhavan Selangor Mansion Jalan Masjid India 50100 Kuala Lumpur Tel: 03-2698 3293 (Indian)
Green Grass Organic Vege Shop 3-18 A1, Jalan Desa 2/2 52100 Kuala Lumpur Tel / Fax : 03-6276 3014 (Organic/Chinese)
Saravana Bhavan 52, Jalan Maarof, Bangsar 59100 Kuala Lumpur Tel: 03-2287 1228 Fax: 03-2287 1229 (Indian)
Mahligai Vegetarian Restaurant Lot 1.063, 1st Floor, Endah Parade 1, Jalan 1/149E, Bandar Baru Sri Petaling 57000 Kuala Lumpur Tel: 03-7984 6651 (Chinese)
Seven Sea Vegetarian Restaurant 14-16, Jalan Perdana 5, Taman Indah Perdana, Kepong 52100 Kuala Lumpur Tel: 03-6274 9120 (Chinese)
Make A Wish Vegetarian House Lot 11, 1st Floor, Citrus Park, Plaza OUG Off Old Klang Road 58200 Kuala Lumpur Tel: 03-7984 2875 (Chinese)
Sun Rise Vegetarian Restaurant 6G, Block A, Jalan 2/114 Kuchai Business Centre Off Jalan Kuchai Lama 58200 Kuala Lumpur Tel: 03-7984 3940 (Malaysian)
Mama Sayang Vegetarian Nyonya 21, Jalan Desa, Off Jalan Klang Lama 58100 Kuala Lumpur Tel: 7984 6651 (Nyonya) VG Cafe & Fast Food 298, Jalan Raja Laut 50350 Kuala Lumpur Tel: 03-2694 5939 (Chinese) MVege - House of Vegetarian Cuisine No. 6, 1st Floor, Lorong Ara Kiri 3 Lucky Garden Bangsar 59100 Kuala Lumpur Tel: 03-2093 9152 (Malaysian) Nature’s Vegetarian Restaurant 6, Jalan 31/70A Desa Sri Hartamas 50480 Kuala Lumpur Tel: 03-2300 1631 (Chinese)
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Tian Xiang Yuan Vegetarian Restaurant 65, Jalan Hujan, Taman Overseas Union 58200 Kuala Lumpur Tel: 03-7784 2348 (Chinese) Tian Yuan Café & Restaurant 5, 7 & 9, Jalan 3/93, Taman Miharja Jalan Cheras 55200 Kuala Lumpur Tel: 03-9281 8837 Fax: 03-9283 9263 (Chinese-Western) Yue Yee Chai Vegetarian Restaurant 89, Jalan Changkat Dollah Off Jalan Pudu 55100 Kuala Lumpur Tel: 03-2148 4681 (Chinese)
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Penang Penang, popularly known as the ‘Pearl of the Orient’ is a unique blend of the East and the West. A journey into Georgetown, its capital, will take you through a rich tapestry of heritage buildings, lifestyles and customs of the local people. Annalakshmi 1 Babington Avenue, Off Barrack Road Georgetown 10450 Penang Tel: 04-228 8575 (Indian) Penang
Ee Hoe Chai Vegetarian Restaurant 446, Jalan Dato Kramat 10450 Penang Tel: 04-228 1767 (Chinese)
Madras New Woodlands No 60, Penang Street 10200 Penang Tel: 04-263 9764 Fax: 04-261 1868 (Indian) Vegehut 33-02-76, Prangin Mall Jalan Dr Lim Chwee Leong Penang Tel: 04-2621 281 (Chinese)
Selangor The state’s appeal lies in its wide range of attractions; from natural and man-made to historical and cultural spots, all of which are within close proximity to the city of Kuala Lumpur. Ai Lai Vegetarian Restaurant 178, Jalan Batu Unjur, Bayu Perdana 41200 Klang, Selangor Tel: 03-3323 5943 (Chinese)
Golden Hill Vegetarian Restaurant G72, Megamall Penang, Jalan Baru Bandar Perai Jaya, 13600 Perai Penang Tel: 04-390 8367 (Chinese) Happy Realm Vegetarian Food Centre 223B, Jalan Burma 10050 Penang Tel: 04-226 1918 (Malaysian) Kek Lok Si Vegetarian Restaurant Kek Lok Si Temple, Air Itam Penang Tel: 04-828 8142 (Chinese) Liu He Yuen 77 Rangoon Road (off Macalister Road) Penang Tel: 04- 226 2916 (Chinese-Nyonya) Litevon Vegetarian Centre 82 Lorong Hutton Penang Tel: 04-228 9601 (Chinese) Luk Yea Yan Vegetarian Restaurant 148, Jalan Macalister 10400 Penang Tel: 04-228 1148 Fax: 04-229 4766 (Chinese-Western)
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Selangor
Amata Vegetarian Restaurant Lot F64, 1st Floor Bukit Raja Shopping Centre Persiaran Bukit Raja 2, Bandar Baru Klang 41150 Klang, Selangor Tel: 03-3342 1519 Fax: 03-3342 1701 (Chinese) Amata Vegetarian Restaurant No. 6, Jalan Goh Hock Huat 41400 Klang, Selangor Tel: 03-3342 2013 Fax: 03-3341 0623 (Chinese) Amata Vegetarian Restaurant Lot G1.42, Sunway Pyramid No. 3, Jalan PJS 11/15 , Bandar Sunway 46150 Petaling Jaya, Selangor Tel: 03-7492 3358 Fax: 03-7492 3359 (Chinese) Garden Vegetarian Restaurant No. 10, Jalan SS21/39 Damansara Utama , 47400 Petaling Jaya Selangor Tel: 03-7726 8868 E-mail: gardenvege@myjaring.net (Chinese)
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Ka Vegetarian Restaurant 87-89, Leboh Turi, Taman Chi Liung 41200 Klang, Selangor Tel: 03-3372 9998 Fax: 03-3372 8611 (Malaysian) Ka Vegetarian Restaurant 18, Lorong Tiala 1B, Bandar Baru Klang 41150 Klang, Selangor Tel: 03-3341 9846 (Malaysian) Kuan Yin 1084 Jalan 17/29, Petaling Jaya Selangor Tel: 03-7957 4528 (Chinese) Kui Lin Vegetarian Restaurant No. 35, Jalan USJ Taipan 10/1E 47620 UEP Subang Jaya Selangor Tel: 03-5632 1353 (Chinese) Mahligai Vegetarian Restaurant 45, 46, 47, Jalan SS21/60 Damansara Utama 47400 Petaling Jaya Selangor Tel: 03-7727 6191 / 7726 0584 (Chinese) MI THO Vegetarian Restaurant 12G, Jalan Wawasan Ampang 2/4 Bandar Baru Ampang 68000 Ampang, Selangor Tel: 03-4296 2164 (Chinese) Nanking Court Vegetarian Restaurant 28-29, Jalan 19/3 46300 Petaling Jaya, Selangor Tel: 03-7955 9863 Fax: 03-7955 0413 (Chinese) Nature’s Vegetarian Restaurant No. 9 , Jalan 8/1E 46050 Petaling Jaya Selangor Tel: 03-7956 2275 (Chinese)
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Natural Healthy Food Vegetarian Restaurant 82, Jalan SS21/39 Damansara Utama 47400 Petaling Jaya Selangor Tel/Fax: 03-7724 2658 (Chinese) Neu Vegetarian Restaurant No 41, Jalan 52/18 46200 Petaling Jaya Selangor Tel: 03-7957 3789 (Chinese) Restoran CafĂŠ de Sky Garden No. 10, Jalan Petaling Utama 10 Petaling Utama 46000 Petaling Jaya, Selangor Tel: 03-7781 0876 Fax: 03-7781 0879 (Chinese-Western) Restoran Niche Vege Kitchen 19, Jalan 14/22, Section 14 46100 Petaling Jaya Selangor Tel: 016-202 8787 / 012-273 5615 (Chinese-Western) San Yuaan Vegetarian Restaurant 26-1, Jalan PJS 8/2 Mentari Business Park, Bandar Sunway 46150 Petaling Jaya, Selangor Tel: 03-5636 6026 (Chinese) Saravana Bhavan 752/2 Jalan Sultan 46200 Petaling Jaya Selangor Tel: 03-7954 2755 (Indian) Shiang Hai Vegetarian 32A, Ground Floor Jalan PJS 8/2, Mentari Plaza Bandar Sunway 46150 Petaling Jaya, Selangor Tel: 03-5621 1016/7 Fax: 03-5621 1016 (Chinese)
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Soong Foong Inn Vegetarian Restaurant No, 22, SS23/11, Taman SEA 47400 Petaling Jaya Selangor Tel: 03-7806 2235 Fax: 03-7806 4791 (Chinese)
(Chinese-Organic) Yummy Bean-The Concept Vegetarian Food Chain LG. No. 6, Summit Square Persiaran Kewajipan, USJ 1 47600 Subang Jaya Selangor Tel: 03-8024 2877 E-mail: yummybean_my@yahoo.com (Malaysian)
Sweet Garden Restaurant Uncle Lah Food Court SS 6/2, Kelana Jaya 47301 Petaling Jaya Selangor Tel: 012-614 8628 (Chinese)
Zhai Min 35, Jalan USJ10/1F Subang Jaya, Selangor Tel: 03-5638 4302 (Chinese)
Vegegreen Restaurant Lot 131, First Floor The Curve Mutiara Damansara Petaling Jaya Tel: 03-7729 5502 (Chinese) Woods Eco Cuisine 77, Jalan SS21/37 Damansara Uptown 47400 Petaling Jaya Selangor Tel: 03-7726 3582 Fax: 03-7726 4715
Johor The southern gateway into Peninsular Malaysia, Johor is endowed with an abundance of natural attractions and exciting local cultures.
Greenhouse of Natural Food 39, Jalan Ros Merah 2/11 Taman Johor Jaya 81100 Johor Bahru Johor Tel: 07-351 9929 Fax: 07-351 9939 (Chinese-Organic/Natural)
Johor
Merryland Vegetarian Restaurant 1237, Jalan Senai Utama 2 Taman Senai Utama 81400 Senai, Johor Tel: 07-598 5805 (Malaysian) Merryland Vegetarian Restaurant 16, Jalan Pingai, Taman Pelangi 80400 Johor Bahru Johor Tel: 07-331 9697 (Chinese) Midori House of Health Products No 6, Jalan Indah 1 Taman Bukit Indah 81200 Johor Bahru Johor Tel: 07-216 2322 (Chinese-Organic/Natural) Nature’s Corner 47, Jalan Molek 3/10 Taman Molek 81100 Johor Bahru Johor Tel: 07-357 0182 Fax: 07-351 6386 (Chinese-Organic/Natural) Orange Organic Shop 18K, GF, Jalan Abdul Samad 80100 Johor Bahru Johor Tel/Fax: 07-226 6818 (Chinese-Organic/Natural)
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Malacca Hailed as the ‘Historical City of Malaysia’, Malacca boasts a rich past. Of interest here are the colourful cultures of the Portuguese and Peranakan communities. Ceres Cookery 256-257, Jalan Melaka Raya 3 Malacca Tel: 06-282 1918 (Chinese)
Restoran Tian Teck 8, Jalan Sulaiman, Batu Pahat Johor Tel: 07-433 0991 (Chinese) Sentosa Vegetarian 28 & 30, Jalan Ros Merah 4/12 Taman Johor Jaya 81000 Johor Bahru Johor Tel: 07-223 2363 Fax: 07-351 2363 (Chinese) Sui Yen Ji Vegetarian Restaurant 51 & 52A Jalan Bentara 20 Taman Ungku Aminah 81300 Skudai Johor Tel: 07-557 1602 (Chinese)
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Mei Lin Vegetarian Restaurant Jalan Melaka Raya 25 Taman Melaka Raya 1 75000 Malacca Tel: 06-282 7423 Fax: 06-286 2179 (Chinese) Old Farmosa Vegetarian Restaurant No. 311, Jalan Gajah Berang Gajah Berang 75200 Malacca Tel: 06-283 1576 (Chinese) Yang Sheng Vegetarian Restaurant 313, Jalan Gajah Berang Gajah Berang 75200 Malacca Tel: 06-284 4400 (Chinese)
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Sabah
Sarawak
Sabah is an enchanting mosaic of cultural diversity and indigenous traditions. Its host of outdoor attractions offer endless adventures to nature-lovers.
A land of vast primeval rainforests, majestic mountains, caves, unique flora and fauna and diverse ethnic communities, Sarawak is Malaysia’s largest state located on the southwestern part of Borneo.
Green Garden Vegetarian Restaurant Lot 8-9, Ground Floor, Block 15 Bandar Baru Penampang Batu 5, Jalan Penampang 5 Kota Kinabalu, Sabah Tel: 088-728 009 (Chinese) Restoran Sayur-Sayuran Ground Floor, No. 24-26, Block J Lintas Square, Jalan Lintas 88300 Kota Kinabalu, Sabah Tel: 088-247 363 (Malaysian) Supreme Garden Vegetarian Restaurant 2-3-G, Block 30, Jalan Leila Bandar Ramai-Ramai 90000 Sandakan Sabah Tel: 089-213 292 Fax: 089-222 993 (Chinese)
The Servant Vegetarian Lot 105, Jalan Abell 93100 Kuching, Sarawak Tel: 082-236 404 (Chinese)
Sabah
Sarawak
Wong Fu Yen Vegetarian Restaurant 261, Jalan Datuk Wee Kheng Chiang 93100 Kuching, Sarawak Tel: 082-427 052 Fax: 082-413 579 (Chinese) Zhun San Yen Vegetarian Restaurant Lot 165, Jalan Chan Chin Ann 93100 Kuching Sarawak Tel: 082-230 068 (Chinese)
Tyng Yong Vegetarian Restaurant 3, Mosque Valley, Jalan Masjid Lama 88000 Kota Kinabalu Sabah Tel: 088-233 789 (Chinese)
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Fact File
Religion Islam is the official religion but all other religions are practised freely.
Climate Tropical climate with warm weather all year round. Temperatures range from 21째C to 32째C. Annual rainfall varies from 2,000mm to 2,500mm.
Country The Federation of Malaysia comprises Peninsular Malaysia and the states of Sabah and Sarawak in Borneo.
Geographical Location Located between 2째 and 7째 north of the Equator. Peninsular Malaysia is separated from the states of Sabah and Sarawak by the South China Sea. To the north of Peninsular Malaysia is Thailand while its southern neighbour is Singapore. Sabah and Sarawak are bordered by Indonesia while Sarawak also shares a border with Brunei Darussalam.
Area 329,758 sq km
Population 25 million
Capital Kuala Lumpur
People Malays who comprise 57% of the population are the predominant group with Chinese, Indians and other ethnic groups making up the rest.
Government Parliamentary democracy with a bicameral legislative system. The Head of State is the Yang di-Pertuan Agong and the Head of Government is the Prime Minister.
Entry Requirements Visitors to Malaysia must be in possession of a valid passport or travel document with a minimum validity of six months beyond the intended visiting period. Most nationalities do not require visas for social or business visits. For further information, please check with the nearest Malaysian diplomatic mission or Tourism Malaysia office or browse www.tourismmalaysia.gov.my
Currency The unit of currency is the Malaysian Ringgit indicated as RM. Foreign currency can be converted at banks and money changers.
Time Eight hours ahead of GMT and 16 hours ahead of US Pacific Standard Time.
Voltage Voltage is 220 - 240 volts A/C at 50 cycles per second. Standard 3-pin square plugs and sockets.
Language Bahasa Melayu (Malay) is the national language but English is widely spoken. The ethnic groups also speak various languages and dialects.
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