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Garden Western Grill, a restaurant situated in Taman Universiti, Petaling Jaya, has found itself at the centre of heated controversy since May 16th. The owner, nicknamed Tom, initially caused a stir on social media when he cryptically hinted at adding a &lsquo;special ingredient&rsquo; to an influencer's meal, later admitting it was part of a strategic marketing plan aimed at expanding his business.
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The controversy erupted following a scathing review video uploaded on May 14th by a popular TikToker named <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@syafiqrx90?is_from_webapp=1&amp;sender_device=pc">Shafiq</a>, who criticized the quality of the Western cuisine offered at Garden Western Grill in PJ.
Throughout the clip, he had little words of praise for the restaurant, where he called its supposedly &lsquo;popular&rsquo; dishes &ldquo;bland&rdquo;, &ldquo;overcooked&rdquo;, and &ldquo;overpriced&rdquo;.&nbsp;
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<section><a title="@syafiqrx90" href="https://www.tiktok.com/@syafiqrx90?refer=embed" target="_blank" rel="noopener">@syafiqrx90</a> Garden Western Grill in Petaling Jaya, Selangor - A case of quantity over quality <a title="makanlokal" href="https://www.tiktok.com/tag/makanlokal?refer=embed" target="_blank" rel="noopener">#makanlokal</a> <a title="gardenwesterngrill" href="https://www.tiktok.com/tag/gardenwesterngrill?refer=embed" target="_blank" rel="noopener">#gardenwesterngrill</a> <a title="♬ Cupid &ndash; Twin Ver. (FIFTY FIFTY) &ndash; Sped Up Version - sped up 8282" href="https://www.tiktok.com/music/Cupid-&ndash;-Twin-Ver-FIFTY-FIFTY-7217542291274090498?refer=embed" target="_blank" rel="noopener">♬ Cupid &ndash; Twin Ver. (FIFTY FIFTY) &ndash; Sped Up Version - sped up 8282</a></section>
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Eager to prove his culinary prowess, the owner boldly posted a photo of another well-known influencer's TikTok account, <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@scaredtodie?is_from_webapp=1&amp;sender_device=pc">Jason</a> on Facebook, seemingly challenging the content creator to experience his remarkable food firsthand.
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When will this influencer visit (the owner) Tom&rsquo;s eatery (a restaurant serving Western cuisine)? One person has already experienced the &lsquo;special ingredient&rsquo; in the food. Only hotel staff know what Tom means by &lsquo;special ingredients&rsquo;.
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The Facebook post quickly went viral after the influencer, who previously made a negative review about Tom's restaurant, commented about his cryptic "special ingredient" message in another Tik Tok video of his.
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<section><a title="@syafiqrx90" href="https://www.tiktok.com/@syafiqrx90?refer=embed" target="_blank" rel="noopener">@syafiqrx90</a> Garden Western Grill : The Malaysian version of Kitchen Nightmares <a title="makanlokal" href="https://www.tiktok.com/tag/makanlokal?refer=embed" target="_blank" rel="noopener">#makanlokal</a> <a title="gardenwesterngrill" href="https://www.tiktok.com/tag/gardenwesterngrill?refer=embed" target="_blank" rel="noopener">#gardenwesterngrill</a> <a title="♬ Cupid &ndash; Twin Ver. (FIFTY FIFTY) &ndash; Sped Up Version - sped up 8282" href="https://www.tiktok.com/music/Cupid-&ndash;-Twin-Ver-FIFTY-FIFTY-7217542291274090498?refer=embed" target="_blank" rel="noopener">♬ Cupid &ndash; Twin Ver. (FIFTY FIFTY) &ndash; Sped Up Version - sped up 8282</a></section>
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The one-minute video gained more than 640,000 views on TikTok at the time of writing this.
"(He put) special ingredients in our meals, huh? I let the netizens interpret this. And be aware that the owner can do this to you too, if you p-ss him off," said the influencer, showing a comment of Tom saying that some customers are not spared from the "special ingredient" in their food.
The issue gained even more traction on Twitter, with the Ministry of Health (MOH) saying that it has taken notice of the issue and will act accordingly.
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KKM mengambil maklum dan akan menyusul dengan sewajarnya. <a href="https://t.co/vT9IUaEYuc">https://t.co/vT9IUaEYuc</a>
&mdash; KKMalaysia🇲🇾😷 (@KKMPutrajaya) <a href="https://twitter.com/KKMPutrajaya/status/1659082936153407490?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 18, 2023</a></blockquote>

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Right after the Ministry of Health's statement, Tom openly admitted that the entire narrative he had concocted about a "special ingredient" was nothing more than a "marketing strategy."
"The (issue that made my shop) viral was actually a marketing strategy to make Jason (the content creator) come to my shop."
He further clarified, "The so-called special ingredient is, in fact, a high-quality ingredient. However, Malaysians tend to perceive things negatively."
When pressed for specifics regarding the ingredient, Tom described it as "a carefully selected element that enhances the culinary experience and enriches the flavour of the food."
In a previous interview with a news outlet, Tom had mentioned that the "special ingredient" consisted of "premium ingredients," including butter, wagyu fat, and truffle oil. Despite the ongoing controversy, Tom acknowledged that his business did experience some setbacks. Nevertheless, he also noted an influx of new customers following the internet frenzy.
"We have more new customers although the impact is from bad marketing," he admitted, adding that he has been running the restaurant for over 10 years and has loyal regular customers.
He said MOH will come to visit his restaurant, but he is not afraid as his establishment is clean and all staff members have been vaccinated against typhoid fever.
Well, Challenge Accepted.&nbsp;
Jason, the influencer who had been called out to try the meals from this restaurant, finally succumbed to Tom's provocation and decided to give it a try. In his recent TikTok video, he expressed two primary reasons for his visit: to justify the quality of the food and to see if there is any sort of &lsquo;special ingredient&rsquo; in the meals.
To ensure his anonymity, Jason disguised himself in a low-key and subtle manner, hoping to go unnoticed by the restaurant staff, or anyone else for that matter.
In his concise four-minute TikTok video, Jason's review and comments echoed those of the previous food influencer, Shafiq. Ultimately, Jason concluded that the food was somewhat below average, especially considering its price. However, he did find the lamb tender and the portion size satisfactory, though the overall flavour fell flat. Notably, he couldn't move past the taste of the soapy and bubbly tartar sauce accompanying the prawn chips.
Jason didn't stop there. He also addressed the drama surrounding his visit, admitting that he had no issue with the parody video that had amused him. However, it was the public post referencing the "special ingredient" that had truly triggered him.
In his video, Jason said &lsquo;We both know what a special ingredient really is and then say that it's a marketing gimmick for views. Ok la, you get the views, but at the cost of people like me having this fear ordering from you.&rdquo;&nbsp;
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<section><a title="@scaredtodie" href="https://www.tiktok.com/@scaredtodie?refer=embed" target="_blank" rel="noopener">@scaredtodie</a> Replying to @sarah🌻 <a title="♬ original sound - Jason" href="https://www.tiktok.com/music/original-sound-Jason-7234921052441266946?refer=embed" target="_blank" rel="noopener">♬ original sound - Jason</a></section>
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Tom's Comment in his<a href="https://www.facebook.com/photo?fbid=619132233583174&amp;set=a.547033454126386"> FB post</a> After Jason Visited His Restaurant:&nbsp;
&ldquo;Thanks bro for coming to Tom's shop just now and don't worry food is safe to eat. What's funny is that you even asked my staff when serving your food... is there a special ingredient?&rdquo;&nbsp;
&ldquo;Actually we people do not care if you review my food, good or bad, because Tom has been in business for a long time. So it's no problem even if it's bad reviews because we already have constant sales. As for all this drama regarding special ingredients is just a marketing strategy which I know will boom&rdquo;
&ldquo;As for Shafiq, good for you your content is viral. And I hope Jason's content for my shop will also be viral. Don't worry, all our food is safe to eat, it's all just a prank.&rdquo;&nbsp;
In conclusion, it is important that restaurant owners refrain from attempting to generate viral media or engage in any similar tactics aimed at enticing people to try their food under the guise of a "marketing strategy." Let's face it, such strategies may yield short-term attention, but they are bound to backfire when other influencers inevitably call out the restaurant and critique its offerings publicly.
Instead, it is advisable for restaurant owners to focus on delivering high-quality and delicious food consistently, accompanied by genuine customer experiences. &nbsp;
What are your thoughts on this? Let us know in the comments.
*Sources: Visual and Reference Credits to Social Media &amp; various cross-references for context.
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Based on the so called 'marketing strategy', will you guys give this restaurant a try? 

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Controversial Malaysian Restaurant Claims "Special Ingredients" Were Just A Clever Marketing Strategy 

For those who love binge-watching a series, you may know that lately, Disney+ has been on a roll as they have been releasing many different Star Wars series and, in all honesty, they have been way better than the movies they produced, more specifically Episode 7 till 9 of the Skywalker Saga.
This time around, Disney+ has set a primer date for the highly anticipated series, Star Wars Ahsoka as it will be releasing this August 23.
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The upcoming series serves as a spin-off from The Mandalorian series. If you&rsquo;re new to the Star Wars franchise, the show takes place along the same timeline as The Mandalorian and as a pseudo-sequel to Star Wars: Rebels. Unlike the many characters we&rsquo;ve seen in the previous Star Wars series, Ahsoka is a character that goes way back to the prequels as she first appeared in Star Wars: Clone Wars cartoon before her story was continued in Star Wars: Rebels.
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Her character was one of the most talked about characters out there as in previous iterations of the shows, we only saw an animated version of her until she appeared in Season 2 of The Mandalorian and the first season of The Book of Boba Fett.
Who Are The New Characters?
Now, since Ahsoka isn&rsquo;t a character like Din Djarin or Boba Fett who&rsquo;s covered in armour almost the majority of the time, she&rsquo;s one of the more unique characters in the franchise. In fact, Ahsoka will feature many characters who will be appearing in the live-action for the first time.
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Ahsoka Tano will be played by Rosario Dawson who started in Marvel&rsquo;s Daredevil (2015-2017). Aside form that, the series will also be featuring stars such as Natashia Lui Bordizzo who plays Sabine Wren, Mary Elizabeth Winstead as Hera Syndulla, and Eman Esfandi as Ezra Bridger.&nbsp;
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This time around, we&rsquo;ll also be seeing the debut of the franchise&rsquo;s notorious villain Grand Admiral Thrawn who is played by Lars Mikkelsen.
Do You Need To Watch Other Series To Understand Ahsoka?
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Back during the Star Wars Celebration, executive producers Dave Filoni and Jon Favreau talked a bit about the series. Fans wondered if they needed to watch The Mandalorian Season 3 before heading into Ahsoka but Filoni revealed that fans can watch and enjoy them on their own. In fact, fans wouldn&rsquo;t even need to turn back to the old Clone Wars cartoon to understand her character.
Since the latest trailer only revealed the release date, you can check out their longer trailer which was released 2 months ago alongside more extras that we can expect this August 23.
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Is The Arrival Of The Series Bad For Other Disney+ Series?
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For those who may not know, Disney typically releases an episode every Wednesday on their platform as seen from other Star Wars series in the past. As the first episode is set to air on August 23, we will see a clash in the premier of another series.
Aksoka is set to have 8 episodes and the penultimate episode of Season 1 is set to arrive on 4 October, two days before the premiere of Loki Season 2 and the finale will be airing between the first and second episodes of Loki on October 11.
Though this does not mean much to some who just enjoy watching a good series as they unwind from their busy day, this could be an issue for some as there&rsquo;s a gap between the end of the Marvel series Secret Invasion (premiering in June) and the premier of Ahsoka.
We all know the pain of juggling different shows at once&hellip;
But despite the clash in episode releases, we are sure fans wouldn&rsquo;t mind binging extra shows in between and that Ahsoka will certainly be fun to watch. Hopefully, it can give us the experience that Andor gave us if not better. 
Read: <a href="https://myc.my/articles/2433/andor-season-2-to-show-the-intense-build-up-before-star-wars-rogue-one">Andor Season 2 To Show The Intense Build-Up Before Star Wars: Rogue One</a>
Are you looking forward to Ahsoka? Let us know in the comments!
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While fans are excited, the series may also overlap with Loki Season 2.

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Star Wars: Ahsoka Set To Premier This 23 August On Disney+!

We all know Malaysia as a land blessed with good food. No matter if you&rsquo;re up north, south, east or west in peninsular Malaysia or all the way in Sabah or Sarawak you&rsquo;re bound to find good food or even hidden gems across the country.
But there&rsquo;s been a debate on what food can be considered as our national dish since we have too many.
Debate If Bak Kuh Teh Should Be A Heritage Food
Jimmy Puah Wee Tse who is a member of parliament representing Teberau recently questioned the government&rsquo;s efforts in defending Malaysian traditional dishes such as Bak Kut Teh after a documentary on Channel News Asia claimed that the dish could have originated in Singapore.
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In case you don&rsquo;t know what is this dish, it&rsquo;s a popular pork rib soup that is cooked with herbs and spices. It&rsquo;s a very popular dish among the Hokkien community in Southeast Asia and a very popular dish for those who live in Klang, Selangor.
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2. Khairul explained that foods can only be considered a heritage dish if they can be consumed by all races in Malaysia. Earlier, Tebrau MP Jimmy Puah urged the government to recognise the dish as a national heritage food <a href="https://t.co/8mfJ8s2xJg">pic.twitter.com/8mfJ8s2xJg</a>
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Puah debated that the dish had originated from Klang, Selangor but said the documentary gave the impression that it originated from Singapore when addressing the Dewan Rakyat.
Other MPs Respond With Facts Of Top Traditional Food In Malaysia
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In response to Puah, Datuk Suhaimi Mohd Abdullah questioned the Dewan Rakyat since when was Bak Kuh Teh was considered a traditional dish.
"It is not listed as one of Malaysia's 10 most popular traditional foods, nor is it listed as one of the 30 traditional foods of various ethnicities in Malaysia," he added.
Such foods in our list of traditional dishes are like nasi lemak, kuih bahulu, gula melaka, ketupat, char kuey teow, sizzling yee mee, bubur nasi, tong yuan, kuih bulan, kuih bakul, muruku, tosai, idly, and putu mayam.
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Deputy Minister Khairul Firdaus Akbar Khan contested that Malaysia does not have the right to dispute the shared heritages that Malaysia and Singapore. However, he is not against the fact that it could be added to the list of our heritage foods.
Khairul Firdaus says that if the meat in Bak Kuh Teh can be substituted with chicken (Chi Kuh The), then there shouldn&rsquo;t be a problem as both he and Suhaimi agreed that one of the key criteria of a dish to be considered as a traditional food is so all races in the country would be able to savour it.
Netizens Share Their Thoughts On The Parliament Debate
As food is certainly something every Malaysian would swear by, they also believe that the Dewan Rakyat should have better things to discuss as there are more pressing issues going on. Some even supported and questioned if it would be wrong to add food of other Malaysian races to the ever-growing list of our country&rsquo;s heritage food.
Here&rsquo;s some of the comments:
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Heritage dish must be able to consumed by all? So, beef rendang is out, then?
&mdash; Leslie Quah (@Leslie_Quah) <a href="https://twitter.com/Leslie_Quah/status/1666392152761581568?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 7, 2023</a></blockquote>

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Diu, like that also debated in parliament&hellip; waste of taxpayers money. Build more road bridges and railways, culture will find its way out
&mdash; anothersapien (@AnotherSapien_) <a href="https://twitter.com/AnotherSapien_/status/1666341824682946561?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 7, 2023</a></blockquote>

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Other countries : &ldquo;We need to introduce economic reforms, address struggling currencies and bring about social progress&rdquo; Malaysia : &ldquo;We need to freak out over non-Malays saying all*h, rainbow watches and whether there's pork in a heritage food, very clear-cut priorities&rdquo;
&mdash; Sh@wny (宇祥) - he/him/dia/他 (@Poppy_Banty) <a href="https://twitter.com/Poppy_Banty/status/1666352935960453122?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 7, 2023</a></blockquote>

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It is a good idea to have a National Food Heritage that covers all food from all cultures be it halal or non halal. We can protect our unique food heritage from being stolen by others. Takkan no beef or pork in our food heritage. How about vegetarians? How about pescatarians?
&mdash; Bouncy_ sarahyong (@bouncy_sarahy) <a href="https://twitter.com/bouncy_sarahy/status/1666379091812163584?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 7, 2023</a></blockquote>

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such unproductive stuff being talked about in parliament.
&mdash; ForABetterMY (@ForABetterMY) <a href="https://twitter.com/ForABetterMY/status/1666347447109697536?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 7, 2023</a></blockquote>

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So Khairul, daging dishes cannot be considered heritage dish since not all races eat beef? Is that your logic?
&mdash; david soong (@asianmalaysian) <a href="https://twitter.com/asianmalaysian/status/1666349846683594754?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 7, 2023</a></blockquote>

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Following the lively debate in the Dewan Rakyat, it has become evident that there exist certain discrepancies in our nation's culinary heritage. However, we can find solace in the fact that the discussion did not escalate into a heated dispute within the chamber. 
What is your stance on the importance of safeguarding Malaysia's food heritage, and do you believe our government should undertake greater efforts in this regard?
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*Sources: Visual and Reference Credits to Social Media, Harian Metro, Dewan Rakyat &amp; various cross-references for context.
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It was argued in the Dewan Rakyat that Malaysia should do more to protect our heritage dishes. 

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Debate: Is Bak Kuh Teh A Heritage Dish In Malaysia? 

Yesterday, the internet was buzzing about Singaporean comedian Jocelyn Chia after her insensitive joke about MH370 went viral all over social media.
Read: <a href="https://myc.my/articles/2537/sporean-comedian-faces-backlash-for-insensitive-mh370-joke-and-mockery-of-malaysia">S&rsquo;porean Comedian Faces Backlash For Insensitive MH370 Joke And Mockery Of Malaysia</a>
As the clip gained millions of views across social media platforms, local comedian Harith Iskander and the Singapore High Commissioner To Malaysia both shared their views on the video.
As we all know, comedy is an art form but its something that the jokester will need to be careful of as what they say can really deem if they get cancelled by society.
Harith Iskander Shares His Perspective
At the time, Harith says he was late to the party as he&rsquo;s currently overseas and he felt compelled to share his perspective on the joke online as the MH370 tragedy is truly a traumatic experience for Malaysians and many others. Harith also highlighted that comedians need to exercise caution when touching on personal and tragic topics.
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My response to Jocelyn Chia's clip which has riled up Malaysians <a href="https://t.co/dbP1GBz1As">pic.twitter.com/dbP1GBz1As</a>
&mdash; Harith Iskander (@HarithIskander) <a href="https://twitter.com/HarithIskander/status/1666415764209913861?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 7, 2023</a></blockquote>

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&ldquo;As a comedian, I respect the freedom of expression that we comedians require to do our job. But it is equally important to exercise some level of sensitivity and empathy especially topics that is personal and tragic,&rdquo; said Harith in his video.
Aside from that, Harith also emphasizes that comedians need to be crucial in finding the balance between comedy, sensitivity and empathy. It's also the job of the comedians to make people laugh but also quote Uncle Ben&rsquo;s famous line in Spider-Man, &ldquo;With great power comes great responsibility&rdquo;.
Comedians must recognize that comedy is subjective as some jokes may be funny to some and others may not entirely like it. Even he admits that he makes fun of Singapore all the time but he only takes it as part of friendly banter that allows them to coexist &ldquo;like competitive cousins&rdquo;.
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Before ending his video, Harith had indirectly roasted Chia at the end of his video in the most harmful manner which certainly was the icing on the cake to end his perspective of the joke.
&ldquo;Malaysia, we may be a developing nation, but when it comes to KINDNESS and THOUGHTFULNESS, we are definitely first world, don&rsquo;t know about other countries though wink wink. It&rsquo;s a joke.&rdquo;
Singapore High Commissioner To Malaysia Apologises For The Incident
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Meanwhile, after the video blew up, Vanu Gopala Menon who is the Singapore High Commissioner To Malaysia issued a statement on their Facebook page about Chia&rsquo;s stand-up routine. &nbsp;
&ldquo;I am appalled by the gratuitously offensive comments made by stand-up performer Jocelyn Chia. The Singapore Government does not condone words or actions that cause harm or hurt to others and Chia, who is no longer Singaporean, does not in any way reflect our views. I sincerely apologise to all Malaysians for her hurtful remarks.
As our closest neighbour, Singapore and Malaysia enjoy a strong and multi-faceted relationship, with deep and cross-cutting ties. We also have unique historical and close people-to-people ties. Comments such as those made by Chia are unhelpful and undermine the close trust and friendship that both our countries and peoples enjoy.&rdquo;
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To add to the anger, Intan Maizura Othman whose husband Mohd Hazrin Mohamed Hasnan was onboard the tragic flight had also voiced out and criticized her for being insensitive towards victims.
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&ldquo;No matter how evil you are, you don&rsquo;t mention MH370 or make fun of it, you know? My son, Mohammad, is still crying until today over his lost papa and here you are having the audacity to make fun of MH370,&rdquo; she said.
Jocelyn Chia Goes Black On Social Media
&nbsp;Yesterday when visiting her social media pages, Chia had initially limited her page from receiving comments on her page after netizens had bombarded her with criticism. She even responded to some comments stating that Malaysians &ldquo;don&rsquo;t understand humour&rdquo;.
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Checking back today, it seems like her official Facebook, Instagram and Twitter page has gone dark with the exception of her <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@jocelynchiacomedy?lang=en">TikTok</a> page and <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@JocelynChiaComedy">YouTube</a> Channel still active. At the time of writing, Chia still had the offensive video uploaded on her TikTok but has since been taken down.
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As of now, it&rsquo;s not known if Chia herself had taken her own page down till the controversy dies down or if her page has been officially banned by the respective social media pages.
Well, it looks like the cancel culture is now stepping in and it seems that Chia can&rsquo;t handle the pressure as she&rsquo;s being the talk of the town. 
What are your thoughts on this? Let us know in the comments.
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Since the offensive joke went viral, Chia’s social media pages have now gone black.  

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Harith Iskander Responds & Singapore's High Commissioner Apologizes For Jocelyn Chia's MH370 Joke

Hey Malaysians, what are you up to after working hours or throughout the weekend?
If you&rsquo;re still there sitting at home on the sofa, perhaps it's time to grab a few buddies and head over to the third edition of Bon App&eacute;tit-lah by France&rsquo;s No.1 premium wheat beer 1664! What better way to unwind and chill with your friends than by sharing memories with good drinks right?
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Enjoy Free Beer From 2nd To 17th June!
The third edition of Bon App&eacute;tit-lah is happening at none other than Sentul Depot! 1664 has redesigned the interior of Warehouse 3 to make it into a modern bistro representing the brand's iconic blue shades.
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1664 invites consumers to experience everyday pleasures at their trendy pop-up 1664 lounge. They welcome everyone to truly savour an amazing dining affair complemented by an unparalleled drinking experience where beer lovers can immerse themselves and indulge in the event.
Get ready to have an experience of a lifetime with your friends, families and even pets during the two-and-a-half week-long event. Upon arrival at the event, you&rsquo;ll be given a complimentary drink of either 1664 Blanc or 1664 Ros&eacute;.
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Feeling a little hungry? Don&rsquo;t worry as 1664 has got your back as you can pair your beers with a delicious spread of food from NoLabel Cuisine, Waka Waka Gelato, The Bao Guys and Flaah The Bakery.
Bring Your Pets &amp; Enjoy The Creative Space
Aside from having beers and good food, you can bring out your creativity as 1664 will let you repurpose their iconic blue bottles into an art piece, making your mark on their graffiti wall and preserving the extraordinary experience by getting the perfect digital caricature of themselves at the Portrait with a Twist on selected days.
For those who are pet parents, you can bring along your furry friends to the event as 1664&rsquo;s first ever pet-friendly pawty will be happening on the weekends from 11am to 2pm!
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Don&rsquo;t leave the place empty-handed and get yourself some cool merch as you can deck yourself out in stylish streetwear brand NerdUnit, shades designer Kazoku, timepiece maker iROAS and wellness wizard Gote. There are also limited edition 1664 Stem Glasses to take home if you enjoy drinks in the comfort of your home as well as an exclusive artist edition trolley luggage for those travel lovers.
Register Yourself To Get A Spot!
As this is a one-of-a-kind 1664 Bon App&eacute;tit-lah experience, you best be quick to register yourself! Pre-registered guests or those who choose to walk in are welcome every day from 5:00pm to 10:00pm on weekdays and from 11:00am to 10:00pm on weekends.
For further details, click <a href="https://1664malaysia.com/event">here</a>.
*All activities are open to non-Muslims aged 21 and above.
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Get yourself free beers and good food from 2nd to 17th June!

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Unwind With 1664 At Sentul Depot For The Third Edition Of Bon Appétit-lah!

Having 20-20 vision is a dream many would love to have as we get to see everything crystal clear and won&rsquo;t need to spend money on contact lenses or glasses.
Unfortunately, that&rsquo;s not the case and many of us Malaysians neglect eye health and we end up having to spend hundreds or even thousands just to get perfect vision. Sometimes, even LASIK eye surgery is costly and if performed wrongly, we lose our eyesight.
Introducing The Payung Rahmah Initiative
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With the Anwar administration in full swing, the introduction of the Payung Rahmah initiative brings a sigh of relief to low-income households burdened by financial constraints. This innovative program aims to alleviate their worries by providing affordable eyewear through a brand-new glasses package, ensuring accessibility to vision care for all.
Malaysians are now presented with a golden chance to acquire eyeglasses at remarkably affordable rates, with prices starting as low as RM50. These budget-friendly options are made available at 96 Metro Optical Group (MOG) Eyewear outlets across the country, commencing from the 10th of June.
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The initiative was announced by Domestic Trade and Cost of Living Minister, Datuk Seri Salahuddin Ayub as they highlighted their collaboration with MOG Eyewear who will be helping the government to facilitate the initiative.
Affordable Glasses For Everyone!
With Payung Rahmah, Malaysians can now obtain glasses without concerns about compromising quality or breaking the bank, as the eyewear is priced between RM50 and RM100.
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&ldquo;For an additional RM100, individuals can choose to upgrade their lenses to &lsquo;blue cut lenses&rsquo; with ultraviolet protection,&rdquo; said Salahuddin Ayub.
Additionally, the minister also emphasized that there are more plans to introduce attractive offers under the Payung Rahmah initiative as they seek to cater to the needs of Malaysians.
For those wanting to get a new pair of glasses at an affordable price, the initiative will kick start from 10 June onwards at all 96 MOG Eyewear branches nationwide.
As the Payung Rahmah initiative extends its reach, Malaysians can now benefit from substantial cost savings while prioritizing their visual health. This expansion reflects the government's commitment to fostering an inclusive and cost-effective environment for everyone.
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What do you think of the latest initiative? Let us know in the comments!
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Buy Your Next Pair Of Glasses For As Low As RM50 With The New Payung Rahmah Initiative!

If you were to ask anyone in the world to give a review on food, we can all agree that Malaysians do it better and at times we seriously can&rsquo;t ask websites such as Taste Atlas to provide an accurate food rating, especially when it comes to Southeast Asian Food.
Read: <a href="https://myc.my/articles/1109/food-for-thought-malaysians-frenzied-to-find-nasi-lemak-being-rated-as-ok">Food For Thought? Malaysians Frenzied To Find Nasi Lemak Being Rated As &ldquo;Ok&rdquo;</a>
Recently, we&rsquo;ve been seeing a lot of food go viral online coming from Malaysians. From their delicious dishes and even their unique ways of advertising them.
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Previously we&rsquo;ve seen the like of Akka Nasi Lemak which gained popularity from people sharing about her stall online as well as Bangsudu Nasi Lemak who live streams on TikTok while he sells his delicious Nasi Lemak for only RM1.
But what if we told you that you can feel like a superstar when you purchase your next packet of Nasi Lemak?
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Nasi Lemak Stall Rolls Out Red Carpet For Their Customers 
Yes, you read that right, the Tamparuli Nasi Lemak stall is located behind Aeon Mall in Section 13 Shah Alam as they roll out a red carpet for their customers who come to their stall daily. Owner Mohd Ali Jainneh, 33, shared that he was inspired by the idea of rolling out a red carpet after seeing a Pahang laksa stall roll out a black carpet to help attract customers.
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Cara-cara untuk menghargai customer yang hadir. Special untuk malam jumaat, Air Balang Free😍
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&ldquo;It looks clean and eye-catching, so I used the idea for my business but added a twist to it to also convey my gratitude and respect to my customers&rdquo;.
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He started his business eight years ago in Sarawak and recently expanded to Shah Alam. The first branch opened up in Section 18 Shah Alam and the second branch in Section 13 had only been operating for a week. The idea of having a red carpet was introduced not long ago, initially spanning six meters. However, due to the increasing popularity and positive response from customers, he decided to extend it to a whopping 20 meters. Now, even more customers can enjoy the special feeling of walking on the red carpet when purchasing their nasi lemak.
A plus point is that the red carpet is that when his stall is open, it allows road users to be more aware of the customers lining up for the food as they drive by.
How Much Is The Nasi Lemak?
<img src="https://r2.myc.my/74a94a47828899b9f5eee26d6c1b04616fe4f5c547102555cf55319eb2a4e39f" /> Now doesn&rsquo;t that look delicious?!
According to their official Facebook page, their nasi lemak starts at RM3 for a normal packed nasi lemak and RM5 for a nasi lemak with a fried egg. Onwards from there, they have rushes such as Ayam Ketumbar, Rendang Daging, Sambal Sotong and many more priced at RM8.
Now that&rsquo;s pretty affordable if you think about it. 
As the queue can sometimes get pretty long, Ali shared that customers such as pregnant women, senior citizens and disabled people (OKU) can skip the long queues and send a WhatsApp for their orders earlier and pick them up immediately when they come.
More Details: Location: Seksyen 13, Shah Alam (Behind Aeon Mall) Operating Hours: Monday &ndash; Saturday 7pm -11pm, Closed on Sundays Social Media: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/NLJTShahAlam/?locale=ms_MY">Facebook</a> | <a href="https://www.instagram.com/tamparuli_nasi_lemak/">Instagram</a> Phone Number: 016-360 5390 
So, what are you waiting for? Time to get yourself some delicious nasi lemak while walking down the red carpet!
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*Sources: Visual and Reference Credits to Social Media, TikTok &amp; various cross-references for context.
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Now that’s what you call brilliant marketing.

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Nasi Lemak Stall In Shah Alam Makes Customers Feel Like A Star With Their Red Carpet! 

There&rsquo;s no doubt that as Malaysians, we&rsquo;d pretty much line up for anything good, especially when it comes to food.
One of those famous foods would be Nasi Lemak as we saw viral sensations such as Bangsudu&rsquo;s RM1 Nasi Lemak as well as Akka&rsquo;s Nasi Lemak which has been under the limelight for both her good food and the unexpected brawl that happened in front of her store recently.
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Read: <a href="https://myc.my/articles/1634/rm1-nasi-lemak-in-sungai-buloh-goes-viral-sold-out-everyday">RM1 Nasi Lemak In Sungai Buloh Goes Viral; Sold Out Everyday!</a>
Read: <a href="https://myc.my/articles/2414/brawl-at-nasi-lemak-store-due-to-misunderstanding">Brawl At Nasi Lemak Store Due To Misunderstanding</a>
But there&rsquo;s one problem with these viral foods, sometimes it gets so popular that the seller can&rsquo;t control the crowd due to popular demand.
Malaysians Line Up For 7hrs Just For Viral Desserts
Recently, TikTok entrepreneur Kieda who is renowned for her crepe desserts in Penang has created quite a fan base on the app till her audience grew beyond her local area.
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As her business grew, she took the opportunity to take her business on a &ldquo;tour&rdquo; and came down to Shah Alam to give a chance for her fans to purchase the desserts. Typically, we&rsquo;d think that when a business decides to do this, all would run smoothly and the crowd would be set in a controlled environment but oh how Kieda was very wrong about this.
Little did she know that her popular desserts had such a fanbase that her pop-up store at Stadium Shah Alam had managed to gather a crowd of approximately 5,000 people according to the stadium&rsquo;s management. Unfortunately, as the day progressed, chaos ensued as customers had grown impatient and some even got into fights after being too worn out by the long wait.
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<section><a title="@crepekiedapenang" href="https://www.tiktok.com/@crepekiedapenang?refer=embed" target="_blank" rel="noopener">@crepekiedapenang</a> Kena maki , kena tolak , ada yang tampaq tangan staff saya , ada yang maki adik saya bertubi2 berkali2 , ad yang ajak suami saya bertumbuk. Ada juga yang mengajar saya manage bisnes saya. Dan ada juga yang support saya tunggu tanpa banyak bunyi and enjoy. Terima kasih semua warga Shah Alam. Terima kasih support <a title="kiedacrepetour" href="https://www.tiktok.com/tag/kiedacrepetour?refer=embed" target="_blank" rel="noopener">#kiedacrepetour</a> . Maafkan kekurangan kami , moga asbab ni Allah bantu kami untuk jadi manusia lebih berjaya 😭 terima kasih semua😭😭 <a title="hqkiedacrepepenang" href="https://www.tiktok.com/tag/hqkiedacrepepenang?refer=embed" target="_blank" rel="noopener">#hqkiedacrepepenang</a> <a title="kiedacrepe" href="https://www.tiktok.com/tag/kiedacrepe?refer=embed" target="_blank" rel="noopener">#kiedacrepe</a> <a title="♬ original sound - KiedaCrepe" href="https://www.tiktok.com/music/original-sound-KiedaCrepe-7237777128971438850?refer=embed" target="_blank" rel="noopener">♬ original sound - KiedaCrepe</a></section>
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&ldquo;Some fought among themselves. Some lost their patience and wanted to fight with my husband when he couldn&rsquo;t satisfy their needs, and some even hit the hand of my employee because they thought he didn&rsquo;t handle the crowd well,&rdquo; said Kieda.
In addition, she expressed her surprise at the unexpectedly large crowd, acknowledging the impossibility of her team managing such a massive group of people. Despite facing significant criticism, Kieda expressed gratitude for the opportunity and shared that amidst the challenges, some visitors generously offered her valuable business advice.
Issues An Apology To Customers
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Much later, Kieda took to her Facebook to apologise to her customers who came to Shah Alam for not being able to meet her needs and thanked them for supporting her business despite needing to line up for nearly 7 hours before being able to purchase her crepes.
Despite the hardships faced by Kieda and her team, many netizens took to the comments section to show their support for her and that it&rsquo;s okay to have experienced this for her first &ldquo;tour&rdquo;. Some also joked that next time she does a tour, she should bring more than 3 lorries of her desserts so there&rsquo;s more than enough for everyone.
Here&rsquo;s some of the comments:
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Perhaps next time if we are ever in Penang, we can give her delicious crepes a try. If you would like to know more, you can head over to their Instagram <a href="https://www.instagram.com/hqkiedacrepe_penang/?hl=en">(@hqkedaicrepe_penang</a>) and click the link in their bio to enquire more details.
As we are currently experiencing a heatwave in Malaysia, do remember to always stay hydrated whether you&rsquo;re indoors or outdoors.
What are your thoughts on this? Let us know in the comments. 
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*Sources: Visual and Reference Credits to Social Media, TikTok &amp; various cross-references for context.
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We’d do anything just for some desserts.

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Viral Dessert Draws Massive Crowd In Shah Alam, Resulting In 7Hr Long Queues And Rising Tempers

For those living in Malaysia, it is widely known that our country boasts numerous holiday and tourist destinations. However, it is often observed that Malaysians tend to prefer travelling to neighbouring countries rather than exploring their own.
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Besides the usual trips to Singapore, an increasing number of Malaysians are now opting to visit Thailand for its affordable food and the rising popularity of stores selling cannabis, as Thailand has become the first country in Southeast Asia to legalize it.
An Adventure Up North With KTM!
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"But here's the thing: we usually opt for a plane ride to Thailand, with prices starting from RM331 for a round trip. While flying is one of the fastest modes of transportation, why not embark on an adventurous journey to Thailand via Keretapi Tanah Melayu (KTM)?
We often perceive KTM trains as 'run down' or too plain for long trips, but it's important not to judge a book by its cover. Over the years, their services have significantly improved, making train travel a comfortable experience.
<img src="https://r2.myc.my/ecfe27b3c244189a37653ec04c19154b6685f5bd5c713515d50d0df74ff22c17" /> The inside of a modern-day KTM coach. (Right) The normal Class 93 arrangement and (Left) the Business Class arrangement.
Now, the train offers a pleasant experience with captivating sights, but what if we told you that you could elevate your adventure and indulge in a life of luxury on board?
Introducing KTM&rsquo;s Luxury Train! The train has now received a wholly decked-out luxury coach decorated in a Victorian Theme. Officially named the Reserved Saloon Coach under the Charter Train category, it is popularly known as the Puteri Saadong Coach. KTM introduced this coach specifically to cater to group travellers, whether for business events or family trips.
Check out its space!
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Unlike the usual carriages, the Reserved Saloon Coach comes with its own private rooms which also come with an en-suite bathroom for extra privacy. If you&rsquo;re looking to freshen up during your trip, don&rsquo;t worry as the bathroom comes fully completed and is aimed to provide passengers maximum comfort during their journey.
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Typically, a flight will take us around 2hrs and 15mins, and the train ride will take around 20-24 hours and will also be depending on factors such as the route, train schedule as well as stops along the way.
KTM has ensured that passengers will feel right at home and comfortable throughout their journey as they included playrooms for children, a karaoke room for passengers to sing their hearts out as well as a restaurant which can be visited at any time of the journey while being able to enjoy the scenic views of the countryside.
Only Available For Reservations (For Now)
As of now, the coach will only be available via reservation. However, do note that it will not be running every day as there is no fixed route or schedule for the specific coach.
Passengers who are interested in getting a ride on the luxury train can call KTM via phone call at +603-22631078.
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<section><a title="@redzuanmanaf87" href="https://www.tiktok.com/@redzuanmanaf87?refer=embed" target="_blank" rel="noopener">@redzuanmanaf87</a> Dah macam bilik hotel tapi sebenarnya koc dalam keretapi. Yang mana tak cuba lagi boleh la booking dan try nanti. Confirm puas hati. Paksu gerenti. 🚆👮🏻👍❤️ <a title="fyp" href="https://www.tiktok.com/tag/fyp?refer=embed" target="_blank" rel="noopener">#fyp</a> <a title="fypシ" href="https://www.tiktok.com/tag/fyp%E3%82%B7?refer=embed" target="_blank" rel="noopener">#fypシ</a> <a title="fypage" href="https://www.tiktok.com/tag/fypage?refer=embed" target="_blank" rel="noopener">#fypage</a> <a title="fypシ゚viral" href="https://www.tiktok.com/tag/fyp%E3%82%B7%E3%82%9Aviral?refer=embed" target="_blank" rel="noopener">#fypシ゚viral</a> <a title="fypdongggggggg" href="https://www.tiktok.com/tag/fypdongggggggg?refer=embed" target="_blank" rel="noopener">#fypdongggggggg</a> <a title="foryou" href="https://www.tiktok.com/tag/foryou?refer=embed" target="_blank" rel="noopener">#foryou</a> <a title="foryoupage" href="https://www.tiktok.com/tag/foryoupage?refer=embed" target="_blank" rel="noopener">#foryoupage</a> <a title="♬ original sound - RedzuanManaf87" href="https://www.tiktok.com/music/original-sound-RedzuanManaf87-7133554634823879451?refer=embed" target="_blank" rel="noopener">♬ original sound - RedzuanManaf87</a></section>
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TikTok user @redzuanmanaf87 gave a short tour of the train and we can all certainly agree that it is very nice and comfortable. Looking in the comment section, it&rsquo;s said that the rental cost is between RM10K to RM17K for the whole coach making it perfect for an event onboard the train.
Though that&rsquo;s a pretty hefty price tag to pay, you'll need to remember that it&rsquo;s meant for events or to travel in big packs, that&rsquo;s not entirely a bad idea as it&rsquo;s also a once-in-a-lifetime experience.
What are your thoughts on this? Let us know in the comments. 
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*Sources: Visual and Reference Credits to Social Media, TikTok &amp; various cross-references for context.
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