Malay Style Prawn Noodles/Mee Udang

There is the Chinese-style prawn mee and the Malay-style prawn mee, known as Mee Udang. Both dishes use prawns and prawn broth, though the Chinese version, sometimes called Hae Mee, may also include chicken or pork bones.

Mee Udang is a traditional Malay dish. It is popular in Malacca, Klang, and coastal towns in Penang. The dish is part of Indian-Muslim (Mamak) cuisine and well-known in Malaysian street food and Malay eateries (FRIED KEMBUNG WITH ASAM SAUCE).

Moist Banana Chocolate Cake Recipe

Moist, tender, and melting in the mouth, this Banana Chocolate Cake recipe combines two classic favorites in one delightful loaf cake. Baked as a simple chocolate banana loaf cake, the best part is that there’s no creaming or beating of eggs with a mixer.

Ideal for those who prefer straightforward baking without the need for special utensils. Everything is handmade. Just mixing and combining before it goes into the oven.

Portuguese Vegetable Pickle/Achar

Although time-consuming and best made in bulk, making this Portuguese Vegetable Pickle, also known as Achar, is well worth the effort. Crunchy green chilies, shallots, and garlic soak in an aromatic, zesty, and slightly tangy vinaigrette, creating an appetizing homemade spicy vinegar pickle.

This version features only chilies, shallots, and garlic, though you can add vegetables such as long beans, French beans, carrots, white radish, or cabbage, or any other firm vegetables that pickle well (NO-COOK CUCUMBER SALAD).

Things to Do in Verona, Italy

Verona in summer has cool breezes and gentle streets, in a city of romance and love in Italy. The simple vibes add to the sense of love in the air. Rustic stone landmarks in Verona add more feeling to the city. Verona is in northern Italy, in the Veneto region between Milan and Venice.

 

Driving to Verona from Venice (TOP SITES IN VENICE) takes about two hours, and an overnight stay makes the experience more meaningful. Listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Verona has existed for over 2,000 years. Its heritage sites make the city one of the top attractions in Verona. Walking through the city unhurriedly while stopping at sightseeing spots, with breaks for lunch or coffee, fits the pace of Verona.

Bread Pudding Recipe

Five-ingredient bread pudding, a beloved dessert. An absolutely beautiful, visually appealing result. Soft, warm, and creamy, it has a custard-like texture that melts in your mouth. This is not an ordinary recipe. It has a twist that’s probably unlike the others.

 

What makes it special? It’s made with almost expiring bread slices. A vegetarian dessert that won’t let down non-vegetarians either. Naturally sweetened with dark raisins, it’s an ultimate easy vegetarian bread pudding.

Venice, Italy - Top Attractions

Venice is a city of boats, gondolas, and vaporettos moving through narrow canals. It is built on 118 small islands connected by over 400 bridges in the Venetian Lagoon along the Adriatic Sea. The Grand Canal is the main thoroughfare, and a gondola ride is one of the key activities in Venetian waters.

Besides the gondola ride, there are other things to do in Venice. The journey usually begins with a boat ride from the main arrival point, passing famous landmarks along the way. Summer is the peak season, but Venice in Italy (PISA ITALY TOP ATTRACTIONS) attracts crowds throughout the year. During busy times, lines form to disembark, and once on land, the walk into Venice begins. Gradually, the crowd spreads out, leaving enough space to move around for the activities in Venice.

Pisa, Italy - Top Attractions

There can’t be a trip to Italy without including Pisa. For first-time tourists, Pisa is a must. After a day in Florence (TOP ATTRACTIONS IN FLORENCE), the city is just a 1-1.5-hour drive away. The main attraction is the world-famous Leaning Tower of Pisa, one of the top Pisa attractions. 

To make the trip even more worthwhile, consider staying overnight. Options range from small, cozy boutique hotels near the tower to stylish hotels in Piazza dei Miracoli or a guesthouse along the Arno River.

How to Travel to Piazza dei Miracoli, Pisa, Italy
In Pisa, travelling to the Piazza dei Miracoli, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, brings people to view the Leaning Tower, the cathedral, the baptistery, and the monumental cemetery. This cluster of landmarks, often called the “Square of Miracles,” is the main attraction in Pisa, admired for its remarkable ancient historic medieval architecture.