While most visitors to Malaysia fall in love with its rich heritage and natural wonders, I find myself falling for something a little different — their breakfast.

From wild Pacific salmon to South Indian dosas, Vancouver’s varied flavours take you on a culinary journey that celebrates its multiculturalism.

Beyond the comforting blend of masala, kulhad chai encapsulates the essence of tradition, regional nuances, and the collective memories that define India as a nation.

I thought I knew tempura. But it was only after savouring the tempura by Tetsuya Saotome — revered as the “God of Tempura” — that I came to the understand the essence of this Japanese dish.