In Malaysia’s hustle and bustle, finding moments of joy can be challenging, especially in activities like cooking which can often feel like a chore. However, with the right mindset and a little bit of inspiration, cooking can become a source of daily victories and happiness. Proving this point, here are the reasons why these Malaysians found joy in cooking instead of ordering or dining out!
1. “Cooking gives me a respite from the pressures of being a working mom”
“As a working mom, juggling my professional and home life can be challenging. Nonetheless, I make it a point to cook filling meals for my family to bring to work or school. The assurance that they can enjoy a home-cooked meal wherever they are provides me relief during my busy schedule.”
“The best part is I don’t even need to cook too elaborately; with just a few helpful ingredients, I can come up with a simple yet filling recipe that helps me cut down some time off my daily cooking routine.” — Sheila, 36
2. “Cooking became an all-new outlet for my creative expression”
“For most of my life, I’ve always been an exclusively visual artist until I delved into culinary arts. I started viewing every dish I cooked as a canvas and often experimented with flavours and textures like I would with a painting. My latest favourite artsy recipe is the Gourmet Grilled Cheese, which is just one out of my many jabs at visually appealing and delicious meals.” — Pakya, 25
3. “My cooking classes became an outlet to forge familial bonds”
“My grandkids became interested in cooking from watching cooking videos online. So, whenever they come over, I take the opportunity to teach them how to cook. From washing vegetables to stirring pots, I got them involved wherever possible to make the activity more joyful for everyone.”
“As a reward for my little kitchen helpers, I would make them Spinach Berry Smoothies – a healthy dessert drink that gives them their much-needed fix of fruits and veggies.” — Zabidah, 65
4. “I turned my cooking into a pillar for self-care”
“Pre-packed meals can be so pricey and stale. So I started learning how to cook and I soon realised that making my own meals allowed me to eat better AND tastier food! It’s also quite easy to prep ahead, make, and bring to the office. Nowadays, I can’t go without making my weekly serving of a Purple Sweet Potato, Egg, and Cheese Sandwich, which is as tasty as it is fun to make.” — Arvin, 25
5. “Cooking more often provided me with a place of comfort”
“During a period in my life when I was undergoing emotional difficulty, someone suggested that I take up cooking for its therapeutic benefits. From there, I decided to recreate dishes that my mom used to cook for me.”
“Recreating the same taste of her dishes helped to give me some newfound comfort, as it provided me a sense of achievement through my cooking. Through the journey, I learned to cook a whole menagerie of comfort foods including desserts such as the Burnt Basque Cheesecake.” — Theresa, 30
Wanna find the joy in cooking at home the same way these Malaysians did? The best way to do that is to figure out the recipes and ingredients that make it easier to cook some of your favourite dishes.
Luckily, from the smallest happy pills to the biggest joys found in the kitchen, Emborg knows how to provide those by making cooking fun, easy and worthwhile for you!
From 1 Sep-31 Oct, Malaysians can join the #EmborgJoyInCooking campaign!
To encourage Malaysian home cooks and foodies to find joy in cooking, Emborg is hosting exciting contests with amazing prizes up for grabs! Here’s what you can expect:
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Share a photo or video of you discovering the joys of cooking on your social platforms with the hashtag #EmborgJoyInCooking for a chance to win:
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Purchase a minimum of RM30 worth of Emborg products to:
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*First-come, first-served basis, limited to the first 4,000 redemptions.
But why should you choose Emborg?
Through their selection of high-quality ingredients and products, Emborg wants to change the perception of cooking as being tiresome and time-consuming by invoking a sense of joy in cooking among even the busiest Malaysians.
- Fun: Emborg’s wide range of products offers Malaysian home cooks the opportunity to explore endless possibilities and experiment with new recipes.
- Easy: Emborg’s offerings are easy to use and extensive, making your cooking infinitely faster and hassle-free.
- Worthwhile: Providing extremely good value for money, Emborg ensures that every ringgit spent guarantees restaurant-level quality within reasonable prices.
Make home cooking a joyful affair again with Emborg’s amazing contests and offerings! For more info on all things related to Emborg, visit their website and follow them on social media:
