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KELANTAN'S TRADITIONAL FOOD

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NASI BERLAUK

FLOWER CAKE CAPE (KUIH BUNGA TANJUNG)

Flowers cake cape or “ kuih bunga tanjung” is a traditional Malay cakes. This cake popular in Kelantan and a special meal at there. It is a kind of cake made ​​with eggs and flour mixed in water and sugar. Flower cake shaped cape and yellow colored droplets. It is formed using molds and molded according to the taste of sugar in the water maker. Fruit cake cape made ​​quite picky, so usually it does not make and is sold widely as other pastries. It's more of a special cake for a special occasion like a wedding to celebrate.

JALA MAS

 Jala mas cake is a traditional Malay cakes sweet fat produced using egg yolk cooked in sugar water, just like cake, but has a way of preparation and a different look. Jala mas cake prepared with egg yolk broken down into the boiling sugar water. After some time, when cooked, the batter is lifted and then put on small parts or can also be placed so only in the former. Jala mas has a form that dangle like fine noodles. It is usually only available for special celebrations such as a proposal, marriage etc.

JUMP CAKE (LOMPAT TIKAM)

Jump cake is a traditional cake stab popular in Malaysia, especially in the east coast of Kelantan and Terengganu. Jump cake stabbing has two layers, the layers are usually colored green powder on the bottom and a layer of white colored coconut on top. Part is made of fresh water because it is eaten with palm sugar headstone.

  

NEKBAT CAKE

Nekbat cake is a traditional cake dessert made ​​from rice flour and egg, which is popular in Malaysia, especially in the East Coast of the Kelantan  and Terengganu. Nekbat cake is usually prepared in two phases. In the first phase, baked dough and baked until fluffy like bahulu but tasteless and harder. When it turns golden brown fluffy and ready for use. Cooked Nekbat be kept dry or sold to customers who will provide it before serving. This dry Nekbat last longer and can be stored in the refrigerator.

NEGERI SEMBILAN ~ HISTORY & CULTURE

HISTORY

The Minangkabau People of Sumatra came to settle in Negeri Sembilan in the 15th century. In its early history, Negeri Sembilan as a unified State did not exist. It was rather a loose confederation of nine fiefdoms which developed in the secluded valley of the region. They were under the protection of the Melaka Sultanate until its collapse in 1511 when the Portuguese arrived. 

Thereafter they became the vassal of the Johor Sultanate until the 18th century when it had become weak. Attacks by the Bugis forced the Minangkabaus to seek protection from a prince from their homeland. Raja Melewar of Pagar Ruyong. This resulted in the proclamation of Raja Melewar as the first Yam Tuan or the 'Yang Dipertuan Besar' (meaning 'He who is Greatest') of Negeri Sembilan in 1773. The fiefdoms of Sungai Ujong, Rembau, Johol, Jelebu, Naning, Segamat, Ulu Pahang, Jelai and Kelang were brought together under his rule. Subsequent civil wars among the nine Malay chieftains resulted in the intervention of the British and in appointing a British Resident in 1895. Today Negeri Sembilan is still not ruled by a sultan but by the Yang Di pertuan Besar.

CULTURE

The Minangkabau brought along with them a rich cultural heritage which is still preserved and practised today as the fascinating ‘Adat Pepatih’, a matrilineal system of inheritance and administration that is unique to the State. A maritrilineal system is one where the wife is the head of the household and inheritance passes from the mother to the daughter. The Minangkabaus are divided into twelve suku or clans, and marriage between between members of the same clan is forbidden. The Minangkabau influence in the state can be found in dances and food as well.

CUISINE

Traditional Negeri Sembilan food is hot and spicy, as one of the ingredients used is the chili padi, the hottest of chillies. Popular dishes include rendang, (pieces of beef cooked in coconut milk and chillies). One should experience the unique Minangkabau style of cooking, which sees generous portions of 'chili padi' (small & extremely hot chilies) being used. Try the "Masak Lemak Chili Padi - fish, meat, or vegetables cooked in coconut milk blended with turmeric and ground chili padi. 

Another NS specialty is "Lemang", glutinous rice cooked in coconut milk in a bamboo stem over an open fire. This is normally served with Rendang, a deliciously thick, dry meat curry.

TARIAN LILIN

Negeri Sembilan also boasts traditional music like the Caklempong, Dikir Rebana, Tumbuk Kalang, and Bongai. 

Even the musical instruments used bear some semblance to Sumatra, the ancestral home of the Minangkabau people. Dances like the tarian lilin (candle dance) and rentak kuda (beat of the horse) are popular. Not to mention the beautifully coordinated graceful movements of the dancers in their colorful costumes in the captivating Tarian Piring and the upbeat tempo of Tarian Randai. Unlike modern dance, each beat, rhythm and movement in these dances combine to form a story, maybe of a bygone myth or simply a reflection of the lifestyles of another era. 

They are usually performed at traditional festivities, cultural events and dinner-cum-cultural shows. The movements of the dance with the music pulsating, create a joyous air of fiesta and revelry among the celebrants and are often rhythmically alluring.

NEGERI SEMBILAN MUSEUM & CRAFTS AND CULTURE COMPLEX (TAMAN SENI BUDAYA)

The complex consists of several buildings like the State Museum, Teratak Perpatih, Rumah Negeri Sembilan (Negeri Sembilan House), Top-Spinning Court as well as replicas of the Megaliths found in Pengkalan Kempas.

STATE MUSEUM (FORMERLY AMPANG TINGGI PALACE)

The State Museum building is a historical artefact in itself. The building was originally the Ampang Tinggi Palace, built in the year 1861 by Yam Tuan Imam Sri Menanti at Ampang Tinggi, Kuala Pilah. Later in 1980, this beautiful building was moved to its present location at the Arts and Culture Complex. 

This palace was originally built as a gift to Tunku Chindai, the daughter of the 5th Yang Di-Pertuan Besar of Negri Sembilan, when she married Tunku Muda Chik, the son of the 4th Yam Tuan, Yam Tuan Radin. Built without the use of any nails, this timber palace contains an unusual number of finely carved panels and a pair of heavy sliding doors. 

Among others, this museum houses collections of artifacts from the Royal family such as artillery, copper and silver ware. The building overlooks a beautiful rectangular green lawn awhere you will find British and Malay-made canons referred to as the 'ekor lotong' and 'lela'. 

PORT DICKSON

P.D OSTRICH SHOWFARM

The beautiful West Coast resort town of Port Dickson, Negeri Sembilan has now been further graced by a unique and magnificent attraction on Ostrich Show Farm. Located only 1.5 hours drive from Kuala Lumpur, our Show Farm is located on the 9th mile of the Port Dickson coastal road. 

Take a relaxing and informative time-out from the hustle and bustle of city life. Come see, smell, touch, and learn all about these amazing creatures. Try seeding these 8 foot tall birds with your bare hands or, if you're brave enough, feel the exicement of ruling on their backs. Embark on this facinating adventure and be thrilled by more than ostrich of all ages at our show farm. Shopping for unusual items? You've found the right place. Our souvenier shop carries a range of rare and exotic products like Ostrich Leather wallets and handbags. Ostrich feather dusters, painted Ostrich, egg, shells and the highly sought after cosmetic products made from refined Ostrich oil. For the gourmets, an on-site cafe serves a variety of healthy and delicious food items made from Ostrich meat like burgers, rotay and sweet dried meat. 

Finally to help you cool off all the excitement choose from a variety of refeshing soft drinks, ice-cream and other cold desserts. Come and visit us and immerse yourself in fun and awe. Spent quality time with friends & family, or just by yourself in a truly great and natural setting fit for children and adults alike.

TELUK KEMANG BEACH

Teluk Kemang beach is the most popular beach for weekend visitors to Port Dickson among the other beaches along the 18km strech of Port Dickson's coastline. It is not suprising then as Teluk Kemang is quite touristy and has better facilities as compared to the other beaches. Apart from the usual eateries and changing / shower roam commonly found in most beaches, Port Dickson's town square with a Tourist Information Centre and open air stage are also located here. 

For accomodations, there are plenty of hotels and chalets in Teluk Kemang vicinity - some of them are just walking distance to the beach. Here water sports and beach activities are abound here. You can enjoy beach volleyball, canoeing, speed boat rides, banana funboat rides & beach buggy ride. The beach is not that clean and rather crowded with families picknicking and school-children playing water and sand.

MY BEAUTIFUL MOM

MY MOTHER

The many ways you show you care,

Always make me feel I belong.You're

patient when I'm foolish,

  

You give guidance when I ask,

It seems you can do most anything,

You're the master of every task. 

You're a dependable source of comfort,

You're my cushion when I fall, 

You help in times of trouble; 

You support me whenever I call. 

I love you more than you know, 

You have my total respect. 

If I had my choice of mothers, 

You'd be the one I'd select!

MY FATHER, MY GUIDING LIGHT

MY FATHER

Dad, you’re like the sun to me, a sure thing, always there,beaming light and warmth on my life. Whatever is good in me today, I owe to your wisdom, your patience, your strength, your love. You taught me by example, as a role model, how to be my own person, how to believe in myself, instructing me without controlling me. Even when we disagreed, you held us together, so our bond was never broken. I understand what you did for me, and I am so grateful that I have you as my solid foundation, my rock. I respect you, I admire you, I love you, my guiding light, my father. 

MY FAVOURITE KOREAN DRAMA

Title: 상속자들 / The Heirs

Chinese Title: 欲戴王冠，必承其重－繼承者們

Also Known as: The Inheritors

Genre: Romance, Comedy, School

This drama follows a group of privileged, elite high school students as they are groomed to take over their families’ business empires. These wealthy students seem to have everything under control–except their love lives. Kim Tan (Lee Min Ho) is heir to the Empire Group sent to study abroad in the U.S. In reality it’s a form of exile, as his elder half-brother back home, Kim Won (Choi Jin Hyuk) schemes to takes over the family business. While in the States, Kim Tan bumps into Cha Eun Sang (Park Shin Hye), who’s arrived from Korea in search of her older sister. He feels himself falling for her, never realizing that she’s the daughter of his family’s housekeeper. When his fiancée Rachel Yoo (Kim Ji Won) arrives to bring him back to Korea, his heart is torn between love and duty. Meanwhile, Rachel’s half-brother Choi Young Do (Kim Woo Bin) develops his own crush on Eun Sung.