TOM (Taste of Malaysia) 2025 is more than just a food event—it's a celebration of unity, culture, and the rich flavors of Malaysia. Held in conjunction with Malaysia's Independence Day, "Merdeka Day" on August 31, this gathering brings together communities from all walks of life to honor our nation's independence through the universal joy of food.

In a country as richly diverse as Malaysia, our cuisine tells the story of who we are—layered, colorful, and beautifully blended. From the fiery depth of sambal to the comforting aroma of coconut rice, every dish holds a memory, a tradition, and a reason to gather.

The Malaysian Club of Chicago (MCC) invites you to explore this delicious heritage in the most authentic way possible: by sharing a meal. Whether you grew up with the sizzling sound of satay grilling or are discovering these flavors for the first time, you’ll find something to savor and celebrate.

We’re proud to showcase a dynamic mix of local vendors and passionate home chefs, each offering dishes that represent Malaysia’s multicultural (Malay, Chinese, Indian, Nyonya) soul.

Join us as we honor Malaysia’s independence by coming together in celebration—through food, fellowship, and the flavors that unite us all.

Taste of Malaysia—where every bite tells a story.

🔥 Live Cooking & Vendor Highlights

Watch and savor dishes prepared fresh on-site, including:

Chicken & Lamb Satay grilled over open flames
Smoky Char Kuey Teow, stir-fried in sizzling woks
Golden Lemongrass Fried Chicken Wings
Apam Balik, crispy peanut-filled pancakes made on brass griddles—just like the night markets in Malaysia!

🍽️ Food Highlights (Sample Menu & Ticket Guide)

All food is served on a first-come, first-served basis.
Each food or drink item can be redeemed using pre-purchased food tickets. Here’s a preview of what to expect and how many tickets each item may require:

Appetizers

Chicken Satay (2 tickets)
Lamb Satay (3 tickets)
Roti Canai w/ Curry Chicken (2 tickets)
Fried Lemongrass Chicken Wings (2 tickets)
Fried Tofu Sumbat (3 tickets)

Mains

Mee Goreng (V) (3 tickets)
Mee Siam (3 tickets)
Nasi Lemak Bungkus (3 tickets)
Char Kuey Teow (5 tickets)
Nasi Campur (7 tickets)
Nasi Kandar w/ Spicy Fried Chicken or Fish (7 tickets)

Desserts

Curry Puff (2 tickets)
Kuih Pack – Kuih Bakar Pandan, Labu, Apam Nasi (5 tickets)
Pineapple Tarts (3 tickets)
Pulut Hitam (1 ticket)
Pulut Panggang (2 tickets)
Variety of Nyonya Kuih (2–3 tickets)
Chiffon Cake (1 ticket)
Apam Balik aka Banchang Kuih (2 tickets)
Musang King Durian (15 tickets) 👀

Drinks

Teh Tarik (2 tickets)
Milo Can (2 tickets)
100 Plus (2 tickets)
Yeo's Chrysanthemum Tea (1 ticket)
Yeo’s Soy Milk (1 ticket)

⚠️ Menu items and ticket redemption rates are subject to change based on availability.

To enjoy the delicious variety at TOM 2025, attendees must purchase food tickets in advance:

💰 Ticket Pricing

Early Bird (until July 31, 2025):
$20 for 1 set of 10 tickets
Regular (August 1 till August 24, 2025):
$25 for 1 set of 10 tickets

📝 There is no limit to how many sets you can purchase!
📋 Attendees must provide names and number of guests for headcount and waiver purposes.

🚫 Important Notes

No cash accepted (per park regulations)
No walk-ins allowed
All payments must be made via the Humanitix platform

🧺 What to Bring

Feel free to bring your lawn chairs, picnic mats, hats, sunscreen, and anything else to make your day comfortable and enjoyable!

*All sales are final. Tickets are not refundable but transferable.

⏰ Attendee registration opens at 12:00 PM
🎟️ All guests must check in at the registration desk to collect their food tickets.

👥 MCC Committee Announcement (2025–2027 Term)

We’re excited to share the proposed leadership slate for the next MCC term:

President: Alex Sik
Vice President: Swee Cheng (continuing)
Secretary: Shirley Ham
Treasurer: Cliff Chew (continuing)
Vice Treasurer: Corine Goh (continuing)

We thank them for their commitment and look forward to their leadership!

🛡️ Health & Safety

If you're feeling unwell, we kindly ask that you stay home to help keep everyone safe and healthy.