Within the narrow confines of a public eatery, there lies a narrow passage that has been transformed into a kitchen. Despite its shabby trappings and trimmings, the pots, pans, wok and stove have produced many a delectable meal.

Just ask all its repeat customers, of which I am one of them. When hunger pangs call, there is nothing that tastes bad, especially when it is fresh from the hot wok.

When you are young, everything is seen from your perspective. Take this child, for example. He has cleverly put himself in a vantage point to catch a better view of his surroundings.

So there lies the wisdom, see the world through child’s eyes. There’s much to be gained.

Sometimes there are places that are hidden from public view. This place seems to be one of them. It is the site of the Botanical Garden in Frim, Kepong.

Visitors are few and far between but for those who are lucky enough to catch a glimpse of its lovely beauty, it serves as a reminder that when humans work in concert with nature, miracles do happen!

Tattoos are beginning to regain its popularity after being dormant for decades.

A number of men are beginning to sport tattoos on their backs, shoulders, chest, and arms. Then there are the women who prefer little tattoos, perhaps of butterflies, flowers and little angels on their ankles, back or on their hips.

But whatever an individual’s preference, tattoo has enjoyed a revival of sorts in recent years. In Asia, the phenomenon is picking up speed. It is evident in the number of tattoo parlours that are sprouting up in shopping complexes.

Some of the most beautiful women are in Asia. Of course, there are beautiful women all over the world but truth be told, the best reside in some of the most unheralded nations in the Asian region.

Feast your eyes on these three beauties. They are but just a mere sample of what has been bragged about by foreigners for ages untold.

Masjid Jamek is located in the confluence of two rivers in the capital of Malaysia, Kuala Lumpur.

On its muddy banks began the commercial centre of what KL is today. It holds many stories within its grounds.

The British and the Moghul influences are inherent in its design and layout. That’s what made this house of worship so special and the heritage of Malaysia so rich.

Deep in the heartland of the native bladesmiths lies masterpieces by makers unknown.

There are a select few bladesmiths who have honed their skills over the decades. Only the discerning and collectors know of their existence.
In Malaysia, their craft lives and thrives with the enthusiasm of knife collectors and those who use them for utilitarian purposes.

There are some big aquariums around the world. Melbourne has one, so has Kuala Lumpur. The one you are looking at is on Sentosa island, Singapore.

It’s a great place to bring the family. Nothing like sharks swimming overhead and giving you the jitters when you stare at their big jaws.

It is also an educational and informational experience too. Okay, let’s go swimming.

Malaysia's national park or Taman Negara

In the foreground is Mutiara Taman Negara. It is a 5-star holiday resort that is located at the periphery of the rainforest.

The river is wide and long. Opposite is Kampung Gunung Tahan. It is literally the last glimpse of civilisation that you will see before you cross the river and move over to the wild side.

Taman Negara must be experienced because in many ways it defies description. If you ever want to experience the tropical jungle, this is it. Try it and really live.

By now, most of us should have gotten used to seeing spectacular events at major shopping centres in Klang Valley. However, earlier this year, even yours truly was taken aback by what was claimed to be the tallest sandwich in the world.

If you have not seen thousands of sandwiches stacked horizontally one on top of another and it stretched about 50 feet into the air, you really don’t know what you are seeing.

What crossed my mind at that time was what were they going to do with all those sandwiches after the events? I got hungry even thinking about the possibilities.