Comic Fiesta or CF for short, is Malaysia’s longest comicfiesta.org-running convention that focuses on animation, comics and games (ACG). Their focus is to celebrate all aspects of art and creativity (and the ever popular ACG culture). Comic Fiesta is usually held in December at various locations, with the previous event held at Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre. Comic Fiesta 2013, which was held on 21–22 December 2013 at Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre was expected to attract approximately 35,000 visitors.
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Comic Fiesta (CF)'s is an event held with the motto of "event by fans for fans", and is also currently the first and the biggest non-profit ACG convention in Malaysia, organized by a group of volunteers to bring the comic convention experience to the Malaysian audience.
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Founder: -
Since: 2002
​Organized by: SAYS Youth Society
Website >> ​http://comicfiesta.org

AniManGaki, one of the largest convention of its kind in Malaysia, is the brainchild of Sunway University Anime Club (SUAC)’s founder, Yvonne Sing Yee Wen. The annual convention made its debut in 2009, formed by fans, for fans; with the sole purpose of bringing together animation, comics, and gaming enthusiasts of all ages. Branded as “The Trendsetter”, AniManGaki continues to surprise visitors by bringing new contents to the event each year.
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Founder: Yvonne Sing Yee Wen
Since: 2009
Organized by: Rakugaki Events PLT​
Website >>  https://www.animangaki.com/​

Founder: TBA
Since: 2022
Organized by: MIMBA
Website >> https://www.facebook.com/nijigenexpo/
Website >> https://www.instagram.com/nijigenexpo

HobbyCon combines the best of pop culture from East and West, uniting the world of comics, anime, Japanese comic, toys and figurines as well as collectibles and games. The objective of this event is to gather hobbyists from around the region and act as a platform for young people to showcase their talent, passion and most importantly to share and spread their hobbies.
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Founder: -
Since: 2007
Organized by: TBA
Website >> ​https://www.hobbycon.my/

Penang Anime Matsuri, an indoor and outdoor anime event in the sunny island of Penang, Malaysia!​
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Founder: -
Since: 2015
Organized By: SOZO PTE LTD​
​​Website > ​http://pamsummer.asia/

Founder: -
Since: 2022
Organized By: TBA
​​Website >> https://www.facebook.com/cosmicasia

Founder: Ikmal Hazlan
Since: 2023
Organized By: Hajoon Capital Sdn Bhd
​​Website >> https://tcgkl.my/about-us/

Visual Arts Expo (VAX) - showcasing to the public the best and the cutting-edge in visual arts, which encompasses animation, comics, film, music and video games. On top of the expo, there will be a closed-door business-matching session, where exhibitors, vendors, and sponsors may interact with each other.
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Founder: -
Since: 2015 - 2018
Organized By: Valkyrie Creative Solutions Sdn. Bhd.​
​​Website >>

​​Otakyun! is an annual ACG (Anime, Comics & Games) convention, evolved from our past event, Anime Gathering (AG), organized by fans for fans. And thus, we are the AG Team, the organizing committee for Otakyun! convention. Our purpose is to bring together both Anime and non-Anime fans from all over Kuching, even the whole of Malaysia, to socialize and to share our passion and interests, namely, Anime (animation), Manga (comics), Cosplay (costume play) and its related sub-cultures.
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Founder: -
Since: 2007
Organized By: Swinburne Anime & Manga Society (SAMS)
​​Website >>

​Anime Saiko” the theme of this event is “Anime Festival”. Featuring Anime concert/gathering with a primary focus on anime, manga and Japanese culture

Founder: -
Since: 2016
Organized By:
Website > ​https://www.facebook.com/animesaiko2018/

​Brought to you by EMiNA, Japanese Animation Club of Multimedia University Malacca Campus.

​Founder:
Since: 2014
Organized By: EMiNA

Debuting in 2012, COLLECTORS TOY FAIR Kuala Lumpur (CTFKL) came about because we simply felt there was a need for a dedicated "Collectors Toy Fair" for all the serious Collectors in Malaysia. This is a non profit, charity event. All entrance fees from the event will be donated to charity​.
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Founder: Wan Kedah
Since: 2012
Organized By:
​​Website >>

​Season4Otaku is an event that aim to spread the culture of ACG (Anime, Comics and Games) toward the community. By bringing all the creative artists together and organize unique activities, we hope to provide the best ACG experience to all our beloved community!

​Founder: Shuyen
Since: 2015
Organized By:
​​Website >> ​https://www.facebook.com/Season4Otaku/

Anime Cosplay Events (ACE) is a two-day event that revolves on animation, cosplay, photography, video games, music and performing. Founded by the Anime & Cosplay Club of HELP College of Arts and Technology.​

Founder: -
Since: 2016
Organized By: 
​​Website > ​https://www.facebook.com/pg/AnimeCosplayEvent/

Manga Games Anime Cosplay Expo (MGACE) is a two days event that focuses on the ACG culture. This event will involve art booth for local creative artists, cosplay competition and variety of performances.
Founder: -
Since: 2014
Organized By:
​​Website > https://www.facebook.com/MGACE.MY/

Founder: -
Since: 2013
Organized By: Managed by Anime Support Kuantan (A.S.K)​
​​Website >> ​https://www.facebook.com/KuantanCoswalk/

The Malaysia Hobby Expo is Malaysia’s well known hobby expo ever held in Malaysia. Taking inspiration from internationally lead exhibitions, the event endeavoured to secure the best possible and most suitable venue here in the Malaysia to host our own much needed trade and public hobby exhibition.
Founder: - 
Since: 2016
Organized By: GF CUBE GLOBAL SDN. BHD.​
​​Website > https://www.facebook.com/myhobbyexpo/​

​Cosplay, Comics, Anime and Games Exhibition or short C2AGE, is an initiative by HELP University to introduce the youth community to the amazing and enticing world of Japanese animation, American comics and those with a passion for gaming. HELP University is striving to promote the historically unique Japanese culture amongst our youth and is the first private institution of higher learning to initiate an ACG event of such proportion. HELP University's aim is to host one of the biggest anime conventions in the Asia Pacific Region and HELP University would like to contribute to this increasing popularity. Besides promoting Japanese comics we are also striving to promote American comics by DC Comics and Marvel Comics.
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Founder: -
Since: 2009
Organized By:
​​Website > http://c2age.com/

Frame Art / Digital Make Up by @Kyzson

Author: Kyzson

Author: Kyzson

Types of Business Networking Organizations

Referral Networking Groups

• Focus on lead exchange and referrals
• Example: BNI (Business Network International, I was there for almost 5 years)

Business Chambers & Trade Associations

• Represent industries or business communities
• Example: Chinese Chamber, SME Association

Executive & CEO Peer Groups

• Closed-door networking for business owners and C-level leaders
• Example: Vistage

Young Entrepreneur & Leadership Clubs

• Leadership development and entrepreneurship
• Example: JCI

Social Service & Prestige Clubs

• Relationship building through community service
• Example: Rotary, Lions Club

Startup & Innovation Communities

• Focus on startups, tech founders, venture ecosystems
• Example: WORQ Community, MaGIC ecosystem groups 

History & Profile:
BNI (Business Network International) is the one of the World’s Largest referral networking organization with active chapters across Malaysia including Kuala Lumpur, Petaling Jaya, Penang, Johor, and Sabah. Members meet weekly early morning 6am... YES 6AM to exchange business referrals.
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Founder: Dr. Ivan Misner
Year of Debut: 1985 globally - Malaysia expansion in early 1990s
Membership Fees ETA:

• RM2,000 – RM5,000 annually
• Additional chapter fees may apply

Official Website: BNI Malaysia
Criteria to Join

• Business owner or decision maker
• One member per business category/profession in each chapter
• Attendance commitment required

Who Should Join

• SMEs
• Agencies
• Consultants
• Insurance agents
• Event companies
• Digital marketers
• Service providers

Who Should Not Join

• People uncomfortable with weekly meetings
• Businesses unable to provide referrals
• Passive networkers

Overview
Excellent for consistent lead generation and long-term referral pipelines. Very suitable for service-based businesses and agencies. High commitment but high ROI if actively engaged.

History & Profile: 

• A Businessman brought together several Milwaukee-area executives in 1957 to help each other solve their businesses challenges. He made sure they were from non-competing industries and kept conversations confidential. He also brought in business experts to share their insights. The past 69 years have seen Vistage grow and evolve to serve our increasingly diverse and sophisticated member businesses. 
• In 1994 in Kuala Lumpur, Vistage Malaysia has grown into a leading executive coaching organization for small and midsize businesses. It provides peer advisory groups and one-to-one coaching to over 1,400 members and was acquired by Vistage Worldwide, Inc. in June 2023

Founder: Bob Nourse
Malaysia founded by: Richard CM Wong
Year of Debut:1957 globally / 1994 in Malaysia
Membership Fees ETA:

• RM10,000 – RM30,000+ annually

Official Website: Vistage Malaysia
Criteria to Join

• CEO
• Managing Director
• Founder
• Business owner
• Senior executives

Who Should Join

• Established SMEs
• CEOs scaling businesses
• Leaders managing large teams

Who Should Not Join

• Early freelancers
• Small side-hustle operators
• Beginners without business structure

Tier Level of Networking Worth: Executive / High-Level Strategic Network

Overview
One of the highest-value executive networks in Malaysia. Best for business leaders seeking strategic growth, mentorship, and peer accountability.

History & Profile
Founded in 1915 by Henry Giessenbier Jr. in St. Louis, USA, as the Young Men's Progressive Civic Association (YMPCA), JCI (Junior Chamber International) began as a local group for young leaders. It grew into a national organization, then officially became international (JCI) on December 11, 1944, in Mexico City to foster global cooperation and peace. JCI focuses on leadership development, entrepreneurship, public speaking, and youth empowerment. Strong networking among ambitious young professionals.

Founder: Henry Giessenbier Jr.
Year of Debut: 1915 globally Malaysia chapter established decades ago
Membership Fees ETA

• RM300 – RM1,500 annually depending on chapter

Official Website: JCI Malaysia
Criteria to Join

• Usually age 18–40
• Entrepreneurial or leadership interest

Who Should Join

• Young founders
• Startup entrepreneurs
• University graduates
• Future business leaders

Who Should Not Join

• People seeking immediate sales ROI only
• Non-active participants

Tier Level of Networking Worth: Leadership & Entrepreneurial Growth

Overview
Excellent stepping stone network for young entrepreneurs and future corporate leaders.

History & Profile
Rotary blends philanthropy, leadership, and professional networking. Strong connections with senior business leaders, professionals, and community figures.

Founder: Paul Harris
Year of Debut: 1905 globally
Membership Fees ETA

• RM1,000 – RM5,000 annually

Official Website: Rotary International
Criteria to Join

• Invitation/sponsorship often preferred
• Professional or business credibility

Who Should Join

• Established professionals
• Community-focused entrepreneurs
• Senior executives

Who Should Not Join

• People seeking quick sales leads only

Tier Level of Networking Worth: Prestige & Relationship Networking

Overview
Strong for prestige networking, government-linked relationships, and social credibility.

History & Profile
Lions Club combines social service with professional networking opportunities. Popular among SME owners and community leaders. Founded in 1917 by Chicago businessman Melvin Jones, Lions Clubs International is the world's largest service club organization, created to address community needs beyond business. It went international in 1920, became famous for supporting the blind in 1925, and now counts over 1.4 million members in over 200

Founder: Melvin Jones
Year of Debut: 1917 globally
Membership Fees ETA

• RM500 – RM2,000 annually

Official Website: Lions Clubs International
Criteria to Join

• Referral or invitation preferred
• Community participation encouraged

Who Should Join

• SMEs
• Professionals
• Community-driven entrepreneurs

Who Should Not Join

• Highly transactional business seekers

Tier Level of Networking Worth: Community & Relationship Building

Overview
Best for long-term relationship building and local influence.

History & Profile
Represents SMEs across Malaysia and regularly organizes networking events, trade missions, seminars, and government engagement programs. As the SMI Association of Malaysia, the SME Association of Malaysia serves as a premier non-profit organization promoting, supporting, and elevating small and medium enterprises (SMEs). It acts as a bridge between the government and businesses to foster growth for the sector, which constitutes over 99% of Malaysian economic establishments.
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Founder: Industry-led association body
Year of Debut: 1995
Membership Fees ETA

• RM500 – RM3,000 annually

Official Website: SME Association Malaysia
Criteria to Join

• Registered business entity

Who Should Join

• SMEs
• Manufacturers
• Service companies
• Export businesses

Who Should Not Join

• Hobby businesses without scalability

Tier Level of Networking Worth: SME Business Ecosystem Network

Overview
Excellent for SME grants, government access, and business ecosystem exposure.

History & Profile
EO is an invitation/application-based global organization for successful entrepreneurs with minimum revenue thresholds.
Established over two decades ago, EO Malaysia is a distinguished, invitation-only chapter of the global Entrepreneurs’ Organization (EO), which was founded in 1987. As one of Malaysia’s premier peer-to-peer business networks, EO Malaysia is dedicated to empowering entrepreneurs through personal and professional development, offering exclusive access to curated learning programes, leadership forums, mentorship opportunities, and strategic networking among business leaders.

Founder: Entrepreneurs' Organization
Year of Debut: 1987 globally
Membership Fees ETA

• RM8,000 – RM20,000 annually

Official Website: EO Malaysia
Criteria to Join

• Usually RM4 million+ annual revenue equivalent globally
• Business founder/major shareholder

Who Should Join

• Scaling founders
• High-growth entrepreneurs

Who Should Not Join

• Startups at idea stage
• Freelancers

Tier Level of Networking Worth: Elite Founder Network

Overview
One of the strongest peer-to-peer founder networks globally.

Author: Kyzson

Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation (MDEC)

• Malaysia Digital Grant (MDG / MADANI) – up to RM5,000 (50% matching)
• Digital Content Grant (DCG) – up to RM500,000
• Malaysia Digital X-Port Grant (MDXG) – export expansion (up to RM1M)
• Malaysia Digital Catalyst Grant (MDCG) – scaling tech companies

Best for:

• Digital marketing
• Website / eCommerce
• AI / automation
• Creative content (games, animation) 

SME Corporation Malaysia

• Business Accelerator Program (BAP 2.0) – 50% matching grant
• BEEP (Bumiputera Enterprise Enhancement Program) – up to RM500k
• Inclusive SME / Micro Grants (BizMe, TUBE)

Best for:

• SME upgrading
• Expansion
• Productivity improvement 

Malaysian Technology Development Corporation

• Technology Acquisition Fund (TAF) – up to RM4M
• Halal Technology Development Fund (HTDF) – up to RM4M

Cradle Fund

• CIP SPARK – up to RM150k (idea stage)
• CIP SPRINT – up to RM600k (commercialisation)

Best for:

• Startups
• Product development
• Deep tech / R&D

Unit Peneraju Agenda Bumiputera

• Facilitation Fund – RM500k to RM30M

Perbadanan Nasional Berhad

• Franchise development grants (DBPF, PPFT)

Best for:

• Large-scale projects
• Franchise businesses
• Bumiputera SMEs 

SME grants in Malaysia are not just about funding—they are about transformation, Improving and acceleration.
The businesses that succeed are the ones that:

• Position themselves strategically
• Start small and scale progressively
• Align with national priorities like digitalization and export growth

If done correctly, you can unlock not just RM5,000—but potentially RM500,000 or more in funding.

So take your time digest, research before proceeding

Author: Kyzson

What It Does?
A gobo projector can display:

• Company logos
• Wedding names or monograms
• Directional signs
• Event branding
• Decorative patterns
• Safety markings
• Store promotions

Common Uses
​Office, signage, Restaurant Promo and Direction, Factory Alert and Warning Sign, Events & Weddings

A gobo projector usually contains:

1. Light source - LED with Lumens brightness or high-power lamp
2. Lens - Special Glass Print on
3. GOBO Plate - metal or glass template with the design cut/printed on it
4. Focus system - Adjustable Distance and Focus

The light shines through the gobo plate and projects the design.

Author: Kyzson

Today, tension fabric systems are widely used in trade shows, retail displays, events, and even permanent interior branding projects.

The material also refer as 100% polyester fabric or a polyester blend has become one of the most popular choices for modular display systems, display furniture such as counter table, rack, tower and backdrop applications in exhibitions, trade shows, retail spaces, corporate events, conferences, roadshows, and interior branding. It offers a clean, modern appearance with smooth graphics, lightweight construction, and easy installation and dismantle.

Unlike traditional rigid panels or heavy printed PVC sheet or foamboards, tension fabric graphics are stretched over lightweight aluminum tube frames to create a seamless and professional-looking visual. This system is commonly used for exhibition booth walls, event backdrops, portable display stands, roadshows, media walls, product launch stages, and promotional areas.

​Tension fabric materials come in different thickness levels depending on the application and display requirements.
Common Thickness Range

• 180gsm to 220gsm: Lightweight stretch fabric for simple backdrop walls and portable displays
• 230gsm to 260gsm: Medium-thickness fabric for exhibition booths, media walls, and retail graphics
• 260gsm to 300gsm: Heavier fabric for premium backdrops, double-sided graphics, and better opacity
• Blackout fabric: Often includes an additional inner layer to prevent light transmission and shadow visibility

Lighter fabrics are easier to fold and transport, while thicker materials offer better opacity, improved durability, and a more premium appearance.

Tension fabric graphics are commonly printed using dye-sublimation printing. This printing method is widely preferred because it produces vibrant colours, sharp details, and long-lasting graphics. The printing works by transferring ink into the fabric fibers using heat and pressure. Instead of the ink sitting on the surface, it penetrates into the material itself.
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Benefits of dye-sublimation printing include:

• High-resolution image quality
• Vibrant and rich colours
• Smooth finish without cracking or peeling
• Better durability compared to surface printing
• Suitable for double-sided printing
• Wash-resistant and fade-resistant

Some manufacturers may also use UV printing or latex printing for selected fabric types, but dye-sublimation remains the industry standard for modular backdrop systems.

Pros

• Lightweight and easy to transport
• Fast installation and dismantling
• Professional and seamless appearance
• High-quality print results
• Reusable and washable
• Wrinkle-resistant when tensioned properly
• Lower storage and shipping cost
• Eco-friendlier compared to disposable rigid boards
• Can be used for both small and large-scale displays

Cons

• Fabric can be damaged by sharp objects
• Colour may fade over time if often exposed to direct sunlight
• Requires proper tension setup skill for the best appearance (typical minor adjustment will do)
• Thinner fabrics may show minor shadows or frame lines (Normally cause by outdoor sunlight)
• Some premium fabric systems may have higher initial cost
• Not as rigid as hard panel display materials

Proper care and maintenance are important to ensure the fabric remains clean, wrinkle-free, and visually appealing.
Cleaning and Washing Tips

• Hand wash or machine wash using cold water
• Use mild detergent only
• Use Iron Steamer to straighten the crease
• Avoid bleach and harsh chemicals
• Wash on gentle cycle if using a washing machine
• Air dry naturally, Avoid high heat drying
• Do not iron directly at high temperature
• Use low heat steaming if wrinkles appear

Storage Tips

• Fold carefully to avoid sharp creases
• Store in a dry and cool place
• Keep away from direct sunlight when not in use
• Place in a protective bag or storage case
• Avoid placing heavy objects on top of the fabric

Frame Maintenance

• Wipe aluminum frames with a soft cloth
• Check frame connectors regularly
• Ensure the fabric zipper and stitching remain intact
• Avoid over-stretching the fabric during installation

With proper care, both the fabric graphic and frame can be reused multiple times over several years.

​Although tension fabric is commonly associated with modular display systems and exhibition backdrops, it is also widely used in many other industries.
Common applications include:

• Trade show booth walls
• Retail display backdrops
• Corporate event stages
• Press conference media walls
• Shopping mall promotions
• Photo booth backdrops
• Interior decoration panels
• Hanging banners and ceiling signs
• SEG lightbox displays
• Airport advertising displays
• Roadshow Sales Booth
• Museum graphics
• Portable pop-up displays
• Conference branding walls
• Product launch events
• Wedding and event decoration backdrops

* The flexibility of tension fabric systems allows businesses to update graphics easily without replacing the entire display structure.

Author: Kyzson

A tall glass with a thick layer of white froth on top of a warm, orange-brown tea.

• Brief History: Created by Indian-Muslim immigrants who set up drink stalls after World War II.
• How it Made: Strong black tea and condensed milk are "pulled" (poured back and forth from height) to create a smooth, frothy texture.
• Where they at mostly: Nationwide at Kopitiams and Mamak stalls.
• Average Price: RM 2.50 – RM 3.50.

Why you must try it?
​It is more than a drink; the "pulling" is an art. a performance, and the resulting tea is exceptionally creamy and bubblish!

A towering mountain of finely shaved ice drenched in multicolored syrups (red rose and brown palm sugar), topped with sweet corn, roasted peanuts, and a scoop of ice cream.

• Brief History: Ais Batu Campur (ABC) or Ais Kacang is an iconic Malaysian dessert that started as a simple shaved ice with red beans, which evolved from the influence of Japanese desserts.
• How it Cooked: Ice is finely shaved using a machine and layered with ingredients like grass jelly, red beans, attap chee (palm fruit), and cendol, then drizzled with evaporated milk and syrups.
• Where they at mostly: Nationwide; found at hawker centers, roadside stalls, and specialized dessert shops.
• Average Price: RM 3.50 – RM 9.00 (depending on toppings like durian or ice cream).

Why you must try it?
It is the ultimate "All-in-One" Malaysian dessert with a chilly, colorful explosion of textures that provides instant relief from the tropical heat. Originally made using a manual shaved ice machine, it is now a mixture of various ingredients such as corn, grasshoppers, and syrup, very popular for cooling down.

A small vintage ceramic cup filled with a rich, frothy, pale-tan coffee. It's not actually white. Contrary to its name, Ipoh white coffee leans beige.

• Brief History: Developed in the tin-mining town of Ipoh by Chinese migrants who preferred a smoother, less bitter roast.

• How it Made: Coffee beans are roasted with margarine (no sugar), then brewed and served with condensed milk.
• Where they at mostly: Ipoh, Perak.
• Average Price: RM 3.00 – RM 5.00.

Why you must try it?

• It has a unique, velvety "margarine-roasted" aroma that you won't find in standard lattes. Different coffee beans, a mix of Arabica, Robusta and Liberica, are slow-roasted in margarine before being ground, brewed and sweetened with condensed milk rather than sugar.

Syrup Bandung is a popular Malaysian drink made from rose syrup and condensed milk, resulting in a sweet, creamy, and fragrant beverage. It's often served chilled and is a favorite during hot days or festive occasions like Hari Raya.

• Brief History: A classic refreshment served at Malay weddings and during the fasting month of Ramadan.
• How it Made: Rose syrup is mixed with condensed or evaporated milk and plenty of ice.
• Where they at mostly: Nationwide at Malay food stalls.
• Average Price: RM 3.00 – RM 4.50. ​

Why you must try it?
​It’s floral, creamy, and the ultimate way to cool down on a humid day. A vibrant, opaque pink iced drink in a tall glass, often garnished with basil seeds or grass jelly. The taste of nature and refreshment...

Popular Malaysian iced chocolate-malt beverage made by mixing Milo powder with sweetened condensed milk, sugar, and water, served over ice. It is a staple, creamy, and sweet drink found in local restaurants, mamak stalls, and cafes across Malaysia and Singapore.

• Brief History: Milo is so popular in Malaysia that the country is the world’s largest consumer of the malt powder.
• How it Made: Chocolate malt powder mixed with hot water and condensed milk, poured over a mountain of ice.
• Where they at mostly: Nationwide.
• Average Price: RM 3.50 – RM 5.00. (if got topping)

Why you must try it?
It tastes significantly better and richer in a Malaysian coffee shop than it does from a supermarket tin! A dark brown, icy chocolate drink, sometimes with a thick layer of un-dissolved chocolate powder on top (MILO DINOSAUR)!.

A dark, translucent iced drink with shriveled dried longans and chunks of winter melon at the bottom.

• Brief History: Longan drink, originating in China and Southeast Asia over 2,000 years ago, is a traditional beverage made from fresh or dried Dimocarpus longan fruit. Historically linked to Chinese herbal medicine for "cooling" properties and energy boosting, the drink is popular in Southeast Asia, notably as Malaysian Air Mata Kucing.
• How it Made: A decoction of monk fruit (luo han guo), dried longan, and winter melon, served chilled.
• Where they at mostly: One most iconic seller is in Petaling Street (KL Chinatown).
• Average Price: RM 3.00 – RM 4.00.

​Why you must try it?
It is naturally sweet and believed to have "cooling" properties for the body. In Malaysia there A heritage street drink, famously sold at a legendary stall in KL's Chinatown for decades.

A glass showing three distinct horizontal layers: dark brown at the bottom, white in the middle, and light brown on top.

• Drink Name: Three-Layer Tea.
• Brief History: Originated in Sarawak, this drink has become a visual sensation across the mainland.
• How it Made: Layers of Gula Melaka (palm sugar) syrup, evaporated milk, and strong black tea.
• Where they at mostly: Sarawak and major cities nationwide.
• Average Price: RM 4.50 – RM 6.50.

Why you must try it?
​The deep, smoky sweetness of the palm sugar creates a caramel-like experience. ​It was created by elevating traditional milk tea with gula apong (palm sugar) and evaporated milk, creating three distinct layers. It gained nationwide popularity and spread to Peninsular Malaysia.

Shaved ice in a bowl or cup, drenched in green jelly "worms," red beans, and dark brown syrup. 

• Brief History: A traditional dessert-drink shared across Southeast Asia, with Malaysia perfecting the use of Gula Melaka. Cendol is a traditional Southeast Asian dessert, likely originating from Java, Indonesia, as early as the 12th century.
  ​How it Made: Shaved ice topped with coconut milk, green rice-flour jelly, and thick palm sugar syrup.
• Where they at mostly: Melaka and Penang.
• Average Price: RM 4.00 – RM 8.00.

Why you must try it?
​It is a "drinkable dessert" that perfectly captures the tropical flavors of coconut and palm sugar. Originally known as dawet, it evolved into a popular iced treat using pandan-flavored rice flour jelly, palm sugar, and coconut milk, often incorporating shaved ice introduced during the colonial era.

A pale green lime juice with a dark, wrinkled salted plum floating among ice cubes.

• Brief History: Originating from Chinese traditions, the dried plums (also known as suan mei or li hing mui) are preserved with salt, sugar, and licorice, and have been used in Asian beverages for centuries. A local invention to combine the refreshing zing of citrus with the savory kick of preserved fruit.
• How it Made: Fresh lime juice mixed with water, sugar, and a dried salted plum (asam boi).
• Where they at mostly: Nationwide.
• Average Price: RM 3.50 – RM 5.00.

Why you must try it?
​The combination of sour, sweet, and salty is incredibly thirst-quenching. It will make you eyes wide open!

A whole green coconut with the top chopped off, a straw sticking out, and a spoon for the flesh.

• Brief History: The quintessential tropical drink enjoyed by locals for centuries... you feel hot, you drink, Easy
  
• How it Made: Freshly cracked open from young green coconuts; served as-is or with ice.
  
• Where they at mostly: Coastal areas and night markets nationwide.
  
• Average Price: RM 5.00 – RM 7.00.
  

Why you must try it?
Not really a must... just the vibe feels right, I mean It is the ultimate natural electrolyte booster for the Malaysian heat.