Linopot, the Traditional Leaf-wrapped Rice of Sabah
by Rice is the staple food of Malaysians, who may see rice as something ordinary. However, rice holds a special place in Borneo. Kadazandusun people, the …
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Kolo Mee Noodle of Sabah
Kolo Mee (or Kon Lau Mee) is officially recognised as a national heritage dish by Malaysia’s National Heritage Department. The name “Kolo Mee” means “dry-tossed …
Hinava: Heritage Salad of Sabah
Hinava is a tangy and refreshing dish often served as a salad or appetiser. A beloved traditional delicacy from Sabah, Malaysia, it is popularised by …
Beluno, the Stinkiest Mango?
If you want to lose a friend, just leave a bag of Beluno in their car, it’s a guaranteed fallout! Beluno (or Baluno), also known …
Pecal: A Taste of Tradition in Tamparuli Town
What’s the famous food of Tamparuli town? To foreigners, it’s Tamparuli Fried Noodle (Malay: Mee Goreng Tamparuli). But if you’re craving some old-school flavours that …
Seafood Noodles of Sabah
First time to Sabah and don’t know what to eat? Most travel guides would recommend famous Sabah cuisines such as Tuaran fried noodle, Ngiu Chap …
Nonsom / Bosou, the Traditional Fermented Food of Sabah
Nonsom, also known as Bosou, is a popular traditional preserved dish of the Kadazandusun people, the largest indigenous group of Sabah. This unique delicacy is …
Sipitang Satay, the Best Satay of Sabah?
The scent of a particular perfume could remind you of someone you love, while the aroma of sizzling satay smoke transports me back to the …