Food and Cultural Extravaganza at Kota Bharu: Kelantan Festival

Calling all festival-lovers… Malaysia really knows how to celebrate festivals and stir some magic with traditional performances. We hear of food fests, cultural festivals and creative competitions every now and then. Although it has been raining for the past few days, it hasn’t dampened the spirit of the people out here. Presenting one such beautiful festival connected deeply to the roots of the State -> … Continue reading Food and Cultural Extravaganza at Kota Bharu: Kelantan Festival

Tasty Malaysia: Breakfast to Dinner in Kota Bharu

A day-long food tour Today, Lyf&Spice brings a twist in its posting style and takes you around Kota Bharu to eat all that you can in a single day. This capital city of Kelantan, is a food haven that is completely different from the rest of Malaysia. Let’s highlight this underrated and lesser known food destination of Asia.   The Food tour: Take a flight … Continue reading Tasty Malaysia: Breakfast to Dinner in Kota Bharu

The Aromas of Bak Kut Teh (Pork Ribs)

Comfort in a bowl… From now on Lyf&Spice will document more stories from the local food scene and happenings of the warm and lovely city of Kota Bharu, Kelantan. It’s time to eat like a local. Ready for the journey? Follow us… All about Bak Kut Teh: Restaurant hopping in quest for some of the best street and local food led us from one cuisine … Continue reading The Aromas of Bak Kut Teh (Pork Ribs)

Eid Mubarak!!! Greetings from Kota Bharu

                      Ramadan and Eid food highlights in Malaysia…  The streets of Kota Bharu have been abuzz with food! Want to know how Malaysian’s celebrate Ramadan and Eid? Start scrolling… Colek : Colek is a thin, sweet sauce/dip. It could be a nearly transparent, sweet dip with chillies, served with seafood fritters, or an opaque, black sauce … Continue reading Eid Mubarak!!! Greetings from Kota Bharu

Ramadan special! Iftar dinner at Renaissance Kota Bharu Hotel, Malaysia

Of lavish dinner spreads and breaking fast….       It’s June 2016 – it’s Ramadan, the holy month of the Islamic calendar! This month sees people breaking fast in the evening, after sunset, marked by Iftar parties or dinner. Renaissance Kota Bharu Hotel has been hosting one such Iftar dinner through the month, at ‘Palm Terrace Cafe‘. With scrumptious eats and tasty spreads laid out, … Continue reading Ramadan special! Iftar dinner at Renaissance Kota Bharu Hotel, Malaysia