When is the next dosage of our Malaysian flogger (food blogger), you might ask. Oh, it seems that it is here again. Who is it this time, behind the curtains of long time food blogging in Malaysia scene? It is non other than Audrey from her own blog space call, what else, Audrey Cooks.
When I first stumble upon her site, I was hooked immediately by all her authentic home cooked food that I have been yearning to learn and churn out in my own kitchen. Many of them are unpretentious and cooked by her with love for her family. Just like how I hope I would be in future when I cook for my entire family. I surf into her net to look around once more for this article, and who would know I got hooked rereading all her recipes and postponed this very article. Oh well, there cannot be too much of good things, or rather good reads. So not to make this later than it already is, here I present you Audrey who cooks from somewhere in her kitchen in Malaysia:
When I first stumble upon her site, I was hooked immediately by all her authentic home cooked food that I have been yearning to learn and churn out in my own kitchen. Many of them are unpretentious and cooked by her with love for her family. Just like how I hope I would be in future when I cook for my entire family. I surf into her net to look around once more for this article, and who would know I got hooked rereading all her recipes and postponed this very article. Oh well, there cannot be too much of good things, or rather good reads. So not to make this later than it already is, here I present you Audrey who cooks from somewhere in her kitchen in Malaysia:
1. Tell us a bit bout yourself - name, background, born and bred, work/study, dreams or plans
My name is Audrey. I am born and bred in Penang, Malaysia. Graduated from a hotel school, worked in the industry for a few years and ended up working as a secretary in an architectural consultancy firm for 8 wonderful years.
My dreams are usually very much achievable and I don’t believe in taking on something beyond my capabilities. I dream of being able to encourage as many people as I can, to want to cook for themselves as well as for others. Being able to bless someone with this gift can bring tremendous satisfaction. As for plans, I’ll take a day as it goes. First, is to deliver my baby safely to this world and then I shall leave the rest to God. I am sure He never fails to amaze me with the things He has in stored for me. Praise God!
2. Age old question, what got you into blogging, besides the love of food of course
Actually my brother-in-law Jeffrey is the creator of my blog. After 2 whole years of centering my life around my daughter and her needs, I needed something for myself, something I love to do – Cook! I find pure unadulterated satisfaction when I am alone cooking in my kitchen. Something people call “escapism” - only me and my food.
3. How long have you been food blogging?
Coming to 2 years in March 2008.
4. What has food blogging bring/done to you?
I made new friends, people who enjoy food, some like to cook and some like to eat. Blogging has definitely opened up my horizon towards food and its culture.
5. Who/what got you obsess with food/cooking?
The ‘need’ to eat the food I was exposed to when I was growing up. Most of the time, we cannot get authentic tastes anymore unless we cook it ourselves.
6. What is one food you always wanted to try/cook/bake but have yet to do so and why
‘Kan Sui Choong’ or ‘Kee Chang’. Everytime I want to try it out I get distracted with something else.
7. List some food blogs that inspires you or got you hooked
Catherine of eatzybitzy.blogspot.com with her flare for writing and captivating photography, Kuidaore of brandoesq.blogspot.com with her creativity and beautiful crafted sweets, totally inspiring. Something I can only feasts with my eyes!
8. What would be your one comfort food that will sure brighten the day?
Cannot pinpoint because it depends greatly on my craving of the day.
9. Name one food addiction and tell us how you go about it (avoiding/indulging/making/sharing).
Curry. Must have curry at least 3 times a week eg chicken curry, beef rendang, mutton curry, pineapple curry etc. I indulge in curry usually together with my sister, my family and mom. I usually make it myself and if I happen to over-cook, my neighbours will have curry too. That happens quite often.
10. One Malaysian dish you can't do without and why
Actually my answer here is not a dish but a cup of wonderfully brewed coffee.
11. Name one cuisine you love and would need a fix for now and then
Whole steamed free-range chicken with ginger, chili and soy sauce dipping.
12. Tell us your favourite post of all time - favourite recipe/food review
Braised sea cucumber with oysters, abalone and scallops
13. Some advices for the budding or new food bloggers in Malaysian scene
Always be yourself, be genuine and original. Don’t post to please others but post for enjoyment.
14. Drop a message for your readers and the food fans out there
Keep checking up my website and do excuse me if I disappear from the blogosphere unannounced. Probably need to give birth.
15. Share with us a must make recipe/a must eat place (send along a picture if available)
Try all; everyone has their own likes and dislikes.
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