An introduction to ulam and comparison matrix compared to imported vegetables

May 2, 2026 CTA 0 Comments 0 tags

While imported greens fill shelves in grocery stores, they are often thought to outperform the humble ulam in nutrition, freshness, and affordability for generations. But, what if that’s not necessarily

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The once-elusive “National Treasure”: Reassessing tiger milk mushroom

February 5, 2026 CTA 0 Comments 0 tags

Deep within the humid rainforests of Southeast Asia grows a fungus long regarded as both rare and remarkable. Lignosus rhinocerus, commonly known as Tiger Milk Mushroom, has travelled an unusual

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Malaysian rice variants: From plain to fragrance, white to purple

January 29, 2026 CTA 0 Comments 0 tags

Malaysian rice: From the granaries of Kedah to the Highlands of Borneo In Malaysia, “Have you eaten?” is not merely a question but a social overture. Embedded within it is

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A beginner’s guide to Malay’s apothecary

January 2, 2026 CTA 0 Comments 0 tags

The synergy between the Malay kitchen and the apothecary’s dispensary is so seamless that, historically, the line between food and medicine was almost non-existent. In Malay culture, the kitchen is

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