Who says you can't experience the vibrant flavors of a Malaysian pasar malam (night market) while strolling the streets of Melbourne? Thanks to pop-up food stalls and passionate vendors recreating homegrown favourites, that familiar aroma of grilled satay and freshly fried keropok lekor now wafts through Aussie air.
Food content creator @aurevoirdarling recently took us along on a full-on Malaysian street food tour in the heart of Melbourne. From skewers of smoky, succulent satay to crispy bites of lekor, the offerings were rich in nostalgia - and rich in price, too. As any overseas Malaysian knows, indulging in authentic local flavours often comes with a bit of sticker shock. Ringgit-equivalent prices that leave you sweating? Definitely part of the experience.
Still, when you're far from home, taste sometimes wins over budget. Because some cravings can't wait for the next trip back.
So, we're asking: What's one Malaysian dish you'd gladly splurge on abroad no matter the cost?