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Penang Heritage

TASTE OF MALAYSIA WITH MARTIN YAN is a journey of cultural discovery through this stunning gem in Southeast Asia. The 13-part series presents a wide variety of dishes from this tri-cultural landscape, as well as highlights diverse cultural and historical elements.

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Penang Heritage

Season 1 Episode 106 | 26m 46s | CC

Martin explores culinary treasures of Penang, a World Heritage City and a cultural and historical gem. At Georgetown he drops by Ghee Hiang, the iconic pastry maker. At a traditional Nyonya rice cake factory Martin witnesses a most unusual way to squeeze out the air from the cake dough. At the classic 1881 Hotel Martin learns a special wok-seared rib recipe from the local chef.

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