WHERE TO EAT The best Nasi lemak in the world (according to food experts)

"While the side accompaniments are not the usual ingredients I am used to (such as deep fried chicken and fried egg) its balanced combination is a result that is not too heavy and a joy to finish. I always feel kind of bloated after having nasi lemak, but Madam Kwan’s version is rather delightful."

"Featured rice so expertly prepared that each coconut-y grain stood perfectly distinct from the other, in a snow-white mound that gave way with the barest nudge of a spoon."

"Not too spicy fried chicken is crispy outside and moist inside, and the sambal chili is nicely balanced, sweet, savoury, spicy, with lots of onions and anchovies."

"The curry was flavorful, the rice fragrant, and pork skin did not disappoint at all with its perfect texture. I cleared the plate pretty fast."

"Probably one of the finest restaurant in Muntri Street, Mews Cafe serves primarily Malay food prepared with fresh local ingredients, emphasizing on homemade sauces and spices. Mews Cafe's menu features an extensive local delights such as Nasi Lemak."

"Skip the long dinner waits and go to Fat Rice for lunch, when you can sit right away and get down to business with nasi lemak, a Malaysian dish with coconut rice surrounded by peanuts, fried anchovies and pickled cabbage."

"Local fares are one of the main highlights – Nasi Lemak."

"Thankfully, the nasi lemak here is scrumptious; the rice is served warm and moist, with hearty helpings of fresh, flavourful accompaniments."

"When I crave Nasi Lemak, a hawker in Jalan Sentul, who has been operating there for three decades comes to mind. The sambal is a little spicy so it is advisable to go easy on this."

"Seriously! It is so darn goodddd!"