This year, eat your way through South-East Asia


Thailand has a vibrant food scene that ranges from humble street fare to fine dining. — NORBERT BRAUN/Unsplash

South-East Asian countries have always had vibrant gastronomic scenes. This is evident in the never-ending stream of tourists who visit South-East Asian countries particularly for the food.

In 2023, gastronomy tourism is said to be one of the big trends in travel. Let’s check out what’s in store for tourists who come to Malaysia, as well as some of our neighbouring countries, to feast on our delicious fare.

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