A city full of spicy delicacies
To fully immerse yourself in the Malay food culture, visit Jalan Alor. The murmur of this long street can be heard from a distance: this is the most popular destination in the Golden Triangle area of Kuala Lumpur. Hungry visitors stroll by food stalls full of spicy delights – pull up a blue and red plastic chair and help yourself. The food stalls serve mostly Chinese food, but there is great deal of variety. Be sure to try the barbecued pork with a sweet-and-sour sauce, which tastes even better with a cold beer. For local delicacies continue to the Kampung Baru district. It is a lot quieter than Jalan Alor and draws mainly locals. This friendly village-like enclave in the middle of the city is home to a large community of Malay senior citizens. Experience the friendly small-town ambiance early in the morning when people flock here to eat some 'nasi lemak', one of the best in Kuala Lumpur. This rice dish with peanuts, cucumber and boiled egg is a typical breakfast dish, but also tastes great any other time of the day.
Curry laksa is the specialty dish at Madras Lane
Culinary masterpieces in Chinatown
Officially named Jalan Sultan, Madras Lane runs right through Kuala Lumpur’s bustling Chinatown. This is the neighbourhood where zealous vendors try to sell fake watches. It can be a challenge to find the best food options amidst the hustle and bustle, but if you know where to look, you can savour some fantastic culinary delights. Specialties include the Chinese soup 'yong tau foo' and 'curry laksa', a rich and spicy stew filled with delicious ingredients. Cooks prepare these dishes in large woks over a high flame in simple food stalls, some of which have been around for more than 60 years. To find the best food, pick the stalls with the longest line-ups.
