Solo dining is gaining traction in Malaysia

Most solo diners enjoying eating meals by themselves because it gives them quality me-time. — YAP CHEE HONG/The Star

When I was in high school, a group of us would cluster around a table in the school canteen, stuffing our faces.

Conversation was rapid-fire and often accompanied by the soundtrack of slurping and chewing – as befitting the 20-minute break we had for recess.