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Alcoholic drink and tobacco products are taxed heavily because they are detrimental to public health. As you might know, public health is a great concern of Malaysian government such that healthcare is heavily subsidised.
@@amiryazidali7659 That's understandable and commendable. Just have to pay the price to indulge. Less mimosas for me 😩. Thank you for offering insight 🥰.
On the subject of food you mentioned, the traditional meal setting for Malaysian is family style/communal dining where all the dishes get sent out and everyone then serves themselves to what they want at the table as a group to eat at the same time. When it comes to individual plates, the kitchen probably wants to get the plates out as soon as they're done rather than keeping the orders grouped together. Generally they will make the dishes in order in the order slip so the gap of time between the dishes depends on the type of item that need to be prepared next.
Thank you for explaining how meals are served for family style which I see all around. Yes, it seems they cook one slip at a time and whisk out when done and maybe there's limited staff, no time for stacking plates. Appreciate you watching and taking time to offer insight 🥰.
😂🤣The rain doesn't bother me unless I'm caught outside in it. I'm use to it now so I'll schedule around it. BUT in it😩especially with my shoes getting soaked, I'm pouting. Thanks for watching and sharing!
@QueenofDC Malaysians especially the motorbike riders will chg their shoes to sandals. Some ladies will use like a plastic cover over shoes. Best bet is to check the weather forecast for the day (hourly) and do homework where you are gg whether there are underpass or basement to walk through places.
Yes, alcohol is super expensive here in Malaysia because of the high tax. Besides, our country has Muslim majority. About tapping the card to pay, if the price of the item displayed lower than the price at the counter (when they already scanned the item) you shall get the lower price. We have rules and law enforcement on this matter. All payment terminals can reverse the payment, make it void. Maybe that convenience store staff that you went didn't know how to do it. Ask for the manager or supervisor to reverse the payment. About the traffic, ours is better than other Southeast asian countries. Even it is congested, the traffic is smooth, hard to hear honks. It's just the matter of being patient while on the road.
Thank you so much for the details and guidance. I figured being a Muslim majority country was part of the reason. WOW! I had no idea about the register rules because it's that way in the USA. Next time, I'll ask for a manager if required because trying to explain to cashier can be complicated and they don't have the authority to resolve. Someone else mentioned Indonesia - traffic is real bad and slow using one lane for two 😩. Bangkok I took the train everywhere which was nice. It's the driver impatience that's annoying, I understand traffic woes but cars in a rush to go to the next light 😡. I'm glad I made this video because I'm learning a lot. Appreciate you watching and your thoughtful input!
I have an American living with me here in KL. So he doesn't really eat spicy food. Don't even get me started with chicken or fish pieces with bones in it haha...So I have to tell him to be careful, eat slowly! When he tries to tell the staff (especially at mamak) to make his food a certain way, I'd just cut him and say don't bother..they don't know..Lol. He's learning to adapt slowly...
😂🤣😂See that's why I tough it out. I also don't like telling them to alter certain dishes because they may misunderstand and I end up not liking my food LOL! I've learned to ask for less spice but that's all I can do right now 😆. But I know my asking limits and don't get carried way HAHAHA! Some folks have mercy on me and make sure I know if something is too spicy. In Thailand the ladies would always warn me SPICY SPICY HOT 🥵 🤣. I'm slowly and through experience learning.
Queen of DC Thank you so much for the tip! I will be in Kuala Lunpur in December 6th 2023 so I have been watching all your videos and they're very informative. Hopefully I will see you when I get there 😅. Much love to you!!
Thank you so much for your support and it's makes me happy my videos have been helpful 🎊🥰! Yaay for your upcoming trip and hope it's amazing! How long will you be in KL? I'll be traveling then but hope there's a chance to meet 😊. Safe travels and much love 💕 I'm excited for you to experience Malaysia as well and look forward to hearing about your trip!!
@QueenofDC Good afternoon Queen. I will be there in 22 days because I'm planning to visit different area in Malaysia. Also Singapore and Thailand,God willing. Thanks for your well wishes. Hope you a beautiful journey your next Adventure.
@@HH-qw6exThank you!! That will be an amazing trip. I love Singapore and Thailand. I'm saddened I loss all my Thailand footage but it's a wonderful place. 💕. Singapore's airport is amazing!
Hehe. We usually share our food in most of the food cultures in Malaysia, so we don’t really go by individual entreés, mains and desserts at most restaurants, but there are more expensive restaurants that do that- they’re a minority though and mostly only in KL, Penang and maybe Johor. Yes our traffic is horrible 😂 some drivers don’t give a signal when they change lanes because they’re scared the car behind in the next lane will speed up to prevent them from changing lanes 😅 Road rage is a total thing here.
Initially, it was shocking 😆but now I just eat when my food arrives! I noticed they do it in Thailand as well. Yeah, traffic is bad and it's frustrating trying to cross the street because as soon as the light turns they are speeding through, it's so rude and I've seen the aftermath of accidents in the city ugh. Thanks for watching and sharing!! I appreciate insights from the locals because I'm always learning something new! 😊
This is legit, even more when I got flat coke equivalent to tap water using delivery. I can't go out drive back. Someone must make sure the quality of food delivered is right to the standard
This is so true!! Sometimes we're slighted on deliveries and since I haven't figured out how to address the issue to be compensated, I just write my review about it. I use Grab and they can be challenging to communicate with abroad.
Hi Aunt Queen, here are four things we Malaysians absolutely need: 1) Denny's 2) Six Flags 3) American-style crossroad traffic ethics 4) In ''n Out Burger! I sure miss all of those! 😁❤️
🤣😂🤣Not Denny's!! OMG!! I haven't been to six flags in ages. I grew up going but now all I can do there is eat 🤣😂. I'm not getting on the rides. Definitely the crossroads and I've never had In' Out Burger. We don't have those in DC and where I've traveled never tasted. They need a Steak n Shake 🎊😋!! Thanks for sharing and going down memory lane. 🥰
You need to go to customer service counter to void a purchase that you don't want. You can ask the cashier the place of the customer service counter if you don't know where it is.
Thank you 🥰for sharing how it's done. That's what I'll do next time instead. The employees never explained that and maybe it's a translation issue but now I know. Not trying to impose my ways and just thought that's how it is here. Appreciate the information!
You are beautiful and so accepting and open to different cultures... unlike some who thinks the western culture should be in even in other countries. Its just us.. thats the way it is... look deeper and you will find answers all entertwined within cultures, religion and old traditions. But hopefully we will change to a better caring community
Thank you so much for your beautiful words and compliment 🥰. Absolutely, I'm a guest and happy you don't cater to western culture. I'm exploring the world to learn something new and meet new people with varying backgrounds and cultures. You're right we are intertwined and just may have different ways but want the same thing in the end. I pray for this daily, let's me caring and kind. 💕. Thank you for watching and sharing. Very much appreciated!
@@QueenofDCHahaha. Welcome to Malaysia. That's just the way it is in this country. The imported and luxury items are heavily taxed in Malaysia. As for the superstitious Chinese belief, it's quite a nonsense, 4 doesn't belong to Chinese, 4 is four in English language, 4 is empat in Bahasa Melayu, it's just ridiculous to replace 4 with 3A. And as for traffic movement, it's something that the Malaysian roads authority shouldn't neglect and ignore on the attitude and the behavior of all rude and defiant motorists on the roads. I can add to your list, but for now, one at a time. 😀
@@Yasin_Affandi😂🤣Well it's not the alcohol affecting my weight 😩. That's what I heard about the 4 and it's not that way in the States. Y'all traffic doesn't match your personality, so calm and reserved LOL.
@@QueenofDC If you like alcoholic drinks in Malaysia, those drinks are cheaper on the four duty free islands in Malaysia, namely Langkawi, Pangkor, Tioman and Labuan. 😀
Hi. In Malaysia, people like to take advantage when there is opportunity. When it comes to swapping or exchanging itemss which you bought, you tasted and then return? If you are the business owner, what would you with that? Throw it away or give it to customers? Due to the weather here, ice melts fast and will make drinks feel flat in just several minutes. This is one reason why most ice drinks in eateries would be prepared extra sweet. It would be balanced out as the ice melt. As much as i agree with the etiquette at dinner table, it doesnt apply so much outside official meet or events. Perhaps weddings yes, but when you hang around with friends the question of being rude does not apply when you start eating first. Its called flexible and understanding. Entering someone's home without removing shoes would be rude here though, smoking/drinking alcohol or showing some form of affection in public areas are too. About traffic, every one has their right if way, yes? For motorists and pedestrians alike. Same goes in NewYork, Washington or London. Motorcylists are allowed to split lanes and squeeze between traffic as an appreciation for them. Imagine if 600,000 of them resort to driving cars? KL would be a terrible grid lock day and night. KL is lucky to have about 2 million people commuting with additional 4 million from neighbouring districts adding to the congestion. Cannot imagine if we have 15-20 million people as to what cities like Jakarta, Manila, Bangkok have. Been there?😅
Thanks for watching and sharing! On the soda you take it back because the machine wasn't properly carbonated we know the difference in taste. Hopefully, they will throw it away. Been in Malaysia long enough to know the difference the no ice meh soda for me is normal LOL I just drink it because I'm not in the USA where they will replace it either way. I'm not trying to get over for 20 cent soda. I get that's your upbringing or culture on etiquette and I have mine, which isn't an easy habit to break. Regardless, I like to start eating with my guests or friends so in Malaysia it's understood I have to place a time limit on that wait 😂and will always apologize. Just because we're friends doesn't always change my manners or proper habits. I've seen people in KL display public affection from various backgrounds but that description is vague. There are various types. Absolutely on taking your shoes off before entering homes. It's always been a practice in my home. Come on now with the traffic of course we all have our rights but drivers are rude and don't follow the rules period. DC has horrific traffic and terrible road rage drivers just like Malaysia. DC is land of gridlock with terrible commute. Drivers need more patience here and there bottom line. Bangkok has an excellent transit system so that's my preferred mode but I didn't find their drivers as rude 🤷🏽♀️.
You cannot exchange as the stock count will not be the same as the cashier report end of the day. So the manager needs to void the purchase items, not the cashier.
I dont know but regarding that different price tags when paying & also not being able to void the thing that is not yours, you can actually lodge a report to the consumer board. It happens, but we Malaysian also wont be silent about it. Next thing you know people will post bout it in the local facebook community group and that place is gonna be in trouble. There're things u can compromise but not this. Our consumers board take this seriously. As far as for exchanging things, I admit it might cause a heck of a process (and drama). And sometimes to just accept the situation gives you more peace than facing it. Unless it's super pricey then fight for it. Small things, we take that as fate lol.. Also here the concept of returning the purchased items is actually allowed with terms, but working in retail myself many moons ago, we'd pray it wouldnt happen. Gosh the hassle! And I mean I know some people in other countries who shop a dress, use it with the tag on, and then return it for a refund. I dont think that's a nice thing to do. So maybe that's why our retail scenes are different & maybe more strict.
Oh wow! I had no idea and thought that's the way it's done here. Me not knowing just rolled with it. Now I'm informed and can request further assistance if it happens again. If I'm making big purchases I ask the return policy because I don't want to be stuck with an expensive item if it doesn't work. Gross on the wearing clothes then returning, folks do that in the states if it's not a legitimate issue other than wear and want money back. See after the misunderstanding I'm not trying to make it even more complicated so I just took the L. I've been educated and now know there are other options for me!! Thank you for explaining and informing me of the policies and ways to handle. 😊
In. Germany sometimes in the restaurant that you don’t serve the food to people all at once, it’s whatever is finished first so the rule is starting eating before it gets cold. You don’t have to wait for everyone.
In Malaysia, you can insist on voiding the purchase(cancel) & scan the items again. I have done this in Supermarkets(like Lotus, Aeon, etc) I think the main problem you faced was language barrier. I will inform them in malay " I dont want this item, it isnt mine". IF they dont to do it, I will ask for Supervisor/Manager & the cashier wouldnt want that.
Thank you for the insightful tips! It was definitely a language barrier and now I know to ask for the manager in these cases. I didn't want to be messy but I figured this can't be the way 😆. Happy I brought it to the people to learn how it's really done here. 🥰
I think I like the fact that someone would call me, Anti etc. since it makes you feel part of the human community. I’m guessing, even though I’ve never been to Malaysia that the reason alcoholic so expensive because it’s mainly a Muslim country and they’re for not having alcohol
Greetings!! Yes, Malaysians shared that's a reason why it's expensive and lady in store said it's an import tax. Never been to Malaysia 😮!! You must add to your travel list 🥰. It's a wonderful place for me and I love it 💕. Thank you for tuning in and sharing!!
@@QueenofDC Yes!!👍 I will definitely add Malaysia to my travel list, at first, I was afraid to even think about it to travel there alone but now I’ve seen so many different videos about it that it sounds interesting. Of course, there’s always more places to see🤔
Some tourist feels that the traffic in KL is manageable, tolerance but of course they come from the country that much more worse traffic problems. As for you, it's a vice versa. Yeah, i'm Malaysian n i agree with you. There's a lot of cases on the road r because of impatient driver and less tolerate.
Yes, traffic where I'm from is a huge deterrent for newcomers seeking where to settle because people don't want to spend hours commuting etc. Like stated it's the impatience of the drivers just have some courtesy and obey the law for pedestrians but we know how that goes. Malaysians are warm until they're in traffic 😂🤣.
@@QueenofDC lol. Warm hearted on the road. Soft hearted in daily life. That is also one of our uniqueness. U feel save with the people but u won't get the same feeling on the road. It's really shows in high ranking of road accident cases compare to highly congested traffic like Vietnam, Indonesia. The rate will shoot up during the festive season when we 'balik kampung'
The name Malaysia so its understood why the alcohol is expensive here .. majority races and religion is islam..and we are not encourage people to drink that because of safety for sure..but doesn mean Malaysia didnt allow to sell alcohol but in high price..so hopefully others can pay some respects on that too
Thank you for watching and sharing 🥰. Yes, I understand and it makes sense. I've adjusted to this new way for me and on the bright side, it saves me money ☺️.
When did I say I was disappointed? I expressed surprise/shocks sharing my experience. Based on that people have informed me of how it works here. I'm in a new country learning and Malaysia hasn't disappointed me. The people have been warm and thoughtful and that's what makes a place for me. I'll adjust along the way as I learn.
@@QueenofDC whenever we r out having dinner fine dining or whatever.. first come first eater.. u cannot wait cos your food might be 10 minutes later.. that's what we r .. so while waiting u can always try others foods too hahah..
You can always ask for your food to be served at the same time. Some places ask your preference. Refunds or exchanges - you shouldn't have any problems with it. I guess they probably didn't understand you?
Thank you!! I've never been asked my preference on the food issue but also didn't know that one could request food served together. I just thought it was the way restaurants operate and dare not impose my standards on your policy. Maybe it was loss in translation because I kept repeating myself then after a point it was useless. My fault for not asking for the manager but again just thought it was the way it is here. Appreciate you sharing, I'm learning so much from the responses and how to better handle situations knowing what's acceptable.
@@QueenofDC, Sabah is a year round destination. However Aug and Sept are probably the best months to visit. Last quarter of the year is generally wetter. My uncle has a resort on one of the islands, JSK Mantanani. I haven't been but will be travelling back for a visit next year. My sister goes there like she goes shopping, literally every weekend and she says it is absolutely gorgeous!!!
Wow... comparing Malaysia to the USA is a big honor for us. You know we are a developing country right? We just got out from that 3rd world category not too long ago. Do not expect too much or you'll stress yourself out.
Malaysia has exceeded my expectations. I visit places with an open mind and being able to comfortably rest my head is my expectation. I'm a visitor here to learn and appreciate a new way of living. All I expect is mutual respect. Malaysia exceeds America in some ways and there's always an adjustment living in a new place and cultures. It's not wrong or bad, it's just different BUT now based on this post and responses I know some things aren't actually that way and I have alternatives.
Wow....we are not 3rd world country to the begin with..why you have to downgrade to that extend..does you know what thats mean??!!.... the label are only made by western people...we are rich on our way...we have our own standards of life and so on.....dont compare to US..they are declining because of morale problems...
It happens every time I've eaten with guest so it seems common. Friends have also have had this experience. I've eaten with Malaysian friends and it's happened.
Auntie, brother, sis, uncle, grandpa, grandma - we always use to respect the person. Even if we are angry. Tax for alcohol is very expensive. Restaurant for us more like the Kopitiam or Mamak type. Maybe yours sort of fine dining? We don't believe much for substitution. For me, my late mom always tell me to eat or stay hungry. Hahaha. But maybe the newer parent generation will do such substitution. Yes, you need to be careful. But you can call the manager to change. They can change I think. Nevertheless, you are kind person Ms. If you find the local waitress didn't understand you, you can always ask help from other local nearby. I am sure there is kind people around you. If I am there, I will help people. 3A - Chinese superstitious. 4 means die. Thus, they avoid that numbers. Hahaha. Our traffic is still Ok if compare with Indonesia or Philippine. But careful planning will avoid you during rush hour or you can use LRT/MRT/Commuter train.
Yes, I love the Greetings as it's how I greet others too. Restaurant dining not all fine dining, it's happened every time I'm with someone. 🤣😩🤣That was my parents too at times. Look you eat what's here, cook your own or don't eat -- brutal HAHAHA! It takes so much time to explain then wait, I just take the L. Next time I'll see if the manager can help --if I get kicked out I'm coming for you 😂🤣😂. OMG! Indonesia traffic is horrific, it took me two hours to get to the airport. You're right during rush hour Grab will cancel depending on where you're going, have you thinking they are coming then cancel. Forgot to add that. Thanks so much for watching and sharing insight and great tips!!👏🏽🥰
I watched Mr. BEAN show, he buy a shirt & wear it for week then return it to the shop get back his money. Here no, once you step out of the shop, that is yours shirt. No money back. Maybe you can change it for different color or item but no money back.
That's unfortunate because I can usually tell through scent and sight if someone has worn an item then try to return it - nope you're not getting refunded. In USA you can return unworn items with tags and some places policy will refund even if you've worn such as Nordstrom. Folks take advantage of the system but I'm not one of them.
Thanks so much for letting me know 🎊. New kid on the block didn't want to cause problems but now I know you can so I'll handle it different next time. Appreciate you sharing and watching!
You don't say!! Not sure how much clearer my English could be when asking for a Fanta Strawberry soda instead of the flat Coke Zero. It wasn't worth the hassle, keep all the soda 😂🤣😂.
I've noticed employees don't deviate from the process. They are doing their job as instructed, if you ask them to go slightly out the box, it causes confusion. Some act that way in the USA until they learn how it's really done 😂🤣but with certain small things employees use their discretion.
Unless you visit tax free islands, alcohol and cigarettes have high taxes. Tax free places are: Langkawi island Pangkor island Tioman island Labuan island And I heard forest city in Johor.
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Alcoholic drink and tobacco products are taxed heavily because they are detrimental to public health. As you might know, public health is a great concern of Malaysian government such that healthcare is heavily subsidised.
@@amiryazidali7659 That's understandable and commendable. Just have to pay the price to indulge. Less mimosas for me 😩. Thank you for offering insight 🥰.
Your weight! It’s so easy to gain weight here because the food is so good!! Im addicted to teh tarik!😊
True and it's harder given the heat because I like to run and exercise outside but I'm getting myself together 😂cause I love yo eat too 😩.
On the subject of food you mentioned, the traditional meal setting for Malaysian is family style/communal dining where all the dishes get sent out and everyone then serves themselves to what they want at the table as a group to eat at the same time. When it comes to individual plates, the kitchen probably wants to get the plates out as soon as they're done rather than keeping the orders grouped together. Generally they will make the dishes in order in the order slip so the gap of time between the dishes depends on the type of item that need to be prepared next.
Thank you for explaining how meals are served for family style which I see all around. Yes, it seems they cook one slip at a time and whisk out when done and maybe there's limited staff, no time for stacking plates. Appreciate you watching and taking time to offer insight 🥰.
Call me a party pooper but I love the rain in Malaysia.
😂🤣The rain doesn't bother me unless I'm caught outside in it. I'm use to it now so I'll schedule around it. BUT in it😩especially with my shoes getting soaked, I'm pouting. Thanks for watching and sharing!
@QueenofDC Malaysians especially the motorbike riders will chg their shoes to sandals. Some ladies will use like a plastic cover over shoes. Best bet is to check the weather forecast for the day (hourly) and do homework where you are gg whether there are underpass or basement to walk through places.
@@Millielai12I'll just get me some boots LOL!! I need supportive shoes walking those roads.
Love KL and Malaysia...❤ people are so nice.
I agree 💯!! It's been a Blessing and wonderful place of discovery.🥰. Thank you for watching and sharing!
Yes, alcohol is super expensive here in Malaysia because of the high tax. Besides, our country has Muslim majority.
About tapping the card to pay, if the price of the item displayed lower than the price at the counter (when they already scanned the item) you shall get the lower price. We have rules and law enforcement on this matter. All payment terminals can reverse the payment, make it void. Maybe that convenience store staff that you went didn't know how to do it. Ask for the manager or supervisor to reverse the payment.
About the traffic, ours is better than other Southeast asian countries. Even it is congested, the traffic is smooth, hard to hear honks. It's just the matter of being patient while on the road.
Thank you so much for the details and guidance. I figured being a Muslim majority country was part of the reason. WOW! I had no idea about the register rules because it's that way in the USA. Next time, I'll ask for a manager if required because trying to explain to cashier can be complicated and they don't have the authority to resolve. Someone else mentioned Indonesia - traffic is real bad and slow using one lane for two 😩. Bangkok I took the train everywhere which was nice. It's the driver impatience that's annoying, I understand traffic woes but cars in a rush to go to the next light 😡. I'm glad I made this video because I'm learning a lot. Appreciate you watching and your thoughtful input!
Tax for ciggaretes are high too, to discourage smoking
I'm biased 😆that's a good thing. But you know I see a lot of people vaping in KL. I was surprised to see more than I thought.
I have an American living with me here in KL. So he doesn't really eat spicy food. Don't even get me started with chicken or fish pieces with bones in it haha...So I have to tell him to be careful, eat slowly! When he tries to tell the staff (especially at mamak) to make his food a certain way, I'd just cut him and say don't bother..they don't know..Lol. He's learning to adapt slowly...
😂🤣😂See that's why I tough it out. I also don't like telling them to alter certain dishes because they may misunderstand and I end up not liking my food LOL! I've learned to ask for less spice but that's all I can do right now 😆. But I know my asking limits and don't get carried way HAHAHA! Some folks have mercy on me and make sure I know if something is too spicy. In Thailand the ladies would always warn me SPICY SPICY HOT 🥵 🤣. I'm slowly and through experience learning.
Queen of DC Thank you so much for the tip! I will be in Kuala Lunpur in December 6th 2023 so I have been watching all your videos and they're very informative. Hopefully I will see you when I get there 😅. Much love to you!!
Thank you so much for your support and it's makes me happy my videos have been helpful 🎊🥰! Yaay for your upcoming trip and hope it's amazing! How long will you be in KL? I'll be traveling then but hope there's a chance to meet 😊. Safe travels and much love 💕 I'm excited for you to experience Malaysia as well and look forward to hearing about your trip!!
@QueenofDC Good afternoon Queen. I will be there in 22 days because I'm planning to visit different area in Malaysia. Also Singapore and Thailand,God willing. Thanks for your well wishes. Hope you a beautiful journey your next Adventure.
@@HH-qw6exThank you!! That will be an amazing trip. I love Singapore and Thailand. I'm saddened I loss all my Thailand footage but it's a wonderful place. 💕. Singapore's airport is amazing!
Thank you for visiting Malaysia
Thank you for the wonderful warm welcome 🥰. Malaysia has been amazing and feels like home 🎊. I love it here 💕!
Hehe. We usually share our food in most of the food cultures in Malaysia, so we don’t really go by individual entreés, mains and desserts at most restaurants, but there are more expensive restaurants that do that- they’re a minority though and mostly only in KL, Penang and maybe Johor. Yes our traffic is horrible 😂 some drivers don’t give a signal when they change lanes because they’re scared the car behind in the next lane will speed up to prevent them from changing lanes 😅 Road rage is a total thing here.
Initially, it was shocking 😆but now I just eat when my food arrives! I noticed they do it in Thailand as well. Yeah, traffic is bad and it's frustrating trying to cross the street because as soon as the light turns they are speeding through, it's so rude and I've seen the aftermath of accidents in the city ugh. Thanks for watching and sharing!! I appreciate insights from the locals because I'm always learning something new! 😊
Beautiful Vlog greeting from Malaysia 🇲🇾
Thank you so much for your wonderful compliment and welcome 🥰! Appreciate you watching and sharing.
Your welcome
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Thailand does the same with bringing out dishes at different times in a restaurant.
Yes, I've noticed and now I just eat 😂🤣but it's still hard watching others eat while waiting on my food HAHAHA!! I'm hungry too 😩.
great video and info
Thank you for tuning in and happy you enjoyed the video 🥰!! I ❤️KL!
To void a purchase you need a manager to approve. Cashiers cannot void. It is a time wasting process.
Will ask for manager next time. Thanks! 😁
This is legit, even more when I got flat coke equivalent to tap water using delivery. I can't go out drive back. Someone must make sure the quality of food delivered is right to the standard
This is so true!! Sometimes we're slighted on deliveries and since I haven't figured out how to address the issue to be compensated, I just write my review about it. I use Grab and they can be challenging to communicate with abroad.
Hi Aunt Queen, here are four things we Malaysians absolutely need:
1) Denny's
2) Six Flags
3) American-style crossroad traffic ethics
4) In ''n Out Burger!
I sure miss all of those! 😁❤️
🤣😂🤣Not Denny's!! OMG!! I haven't been to six flags in ages. I grew up going but now all I can do there is eat 🤣😂. I'm not getting on the rides. Definitely the crossroads and I've never had In' Out Burger. We don't have those in DC and where I've traveled never tasted. They need a Steak n Shake 🎊😋!! Thanks for sharing and going down memory lane. 🥰
Oh believe me sis. There was a time when the traffic was far wose than it is today 😂. Sometimes I wonder how I can survive the traffic back then.
Worse than it is today?? That's crazy so you're probably thinking she ain't seen nothing complaining over this lil traffic 🤣😂🤣.
@@QueenofDC Ah haha u r right. Back in the 00s especially when there was no LRT, MRT & all.
You need to go to customer service counter to void a purchase that you don't want. You can ask the cashier the place of the customer service counter if you don't know where it is.
Thank you 🥰for sharing how it's done. That's what I'll do next time instead. The employees never explained that and maybe it's a translation issue but now I know. Not trying to impose my ways and just thought that's how it is here. Appreciate the information!
You are beautiful and so accepting and open to different cultures... unlike some who thinks the western culture should be in even in other countries.
Its just us.. thats the way it is... look deeper and you will find answers all entertwined within cultures, religion and old traditions. But hopefully we will change to a better caring community
Thank you so much for your beautiful words and compliment 🥰. Absolutely, I'm a guest and happy you don't cater to western culture. I'm exploring the world to learn something new and meet new people with varying backgrounds and cultures. You're right we are intertwined and just may have different ways but want the same thing in the end. I pray for this daily, let's me caring and kind. 💕. Thank you for watching and sharing. Very much appreciated!
Thank you for this video. Wonderful.
Hey My Friend 🥰! Thank you for watching and your support. I'm learning the way 😆.
@@QueenofDCHahaha. Welcome to Malaysia. That's just the way it is in this country. The imported and luxury items are heavily taxed in Malaysia. As for the superstitious Chinese belief, it's quite a nonsense, 4 doesn't belong to Chinese, 4 is four in English language, 4 is empat in Bahasa Melayu, it's just ridiculous to replace 4 with 3A. And as for traffic movement, it's something that the Malaysian roads authority shouldn't neglect and ignore on the attitude and the behavior of all rude and defiant motorists on the roads. I can add to your list, but for now, one at a time. 😀
@@Yasin_Affandi😂🤣Well it's not the alcohol affecting my weight 😩. That's what I heard about the 4 and it's not that way in the States. Y'all traffic doesn't match your personality, so calm and reserved LOL.
@@QueenofDC If you like alcoholic drinks in Malaysia, those drinks are cheaper on the four duty free islands in Malaysia, namely Langkawi, Pangkor, Tioman and Labuan. 😀
@@Yasin_AffandiI'll be visiting so we shall see 🎊👏🏽🙌🏽 🍹. Thanks!
Hi. In Malaysia, people like to take advantage when there is opportunity. When it comes to swapping or exchanging itemss which you bought, you tasted and then return? If you are the business owner, what would you with that? Throw it away or give it to customers?
Due to the weather here, ice melts fast and will make drinks feel flat in just several minutes. This is one reason why most ice drinks in eateries would be prepared extra sweet. It would be balanced out as the ice melt.
As much as i agree with the etiquette at dinner table, it doesnt apply so much outside official meet or events. Perhaps weddings yes, but when you hang around with friends the question of being rude does not apply when you start eating first. Its called flexible and understanding.
Entering someone's home without removing shoes would be rude here though, smoking/drinking alcohol or showing some form of affection in public areas are too.
About traffic, every one has their right if way, yes? For motorists and pedestrians alike. Same goes in NewYork, Washington or London.
Motorcylists are allowed to split lanes and squeeze between traffic as an appreciation for them. Imagine if 600,000 of them resort to driving cars? KL would be a terrible grid lock day and night.
KL is lucky to have about 2 million people commuting with additional 4 million from neighbouring districts adding to the congestion.
Cannot imagine if we have 15-20 million people as to what cities like Jakarta, Manila, Bangkok have. Been there?😅
Thanks for watching and sharing! On the soda you take it back because the machine wasn't properly carbonated we know the difference in taste. Hopefully, they will throw it away. Been in Malaysia long enough to know the difference the no ice meh soda for me is normal LOL I just drink it because I'm not in the USA where they will replace it either way. I'm not trying to get over for 20 cent soda.
I get that's your upbringing or culture on etiquette and I have mine, which isn't an easy habit to break. Regardless, I like to start eating with my guests or friends so in Malaysia it's understood I have to place a time limit on that wait 😂and will always apologize. Just because we're friends doesn't always change my manners or proper habits.
I've seen people in KL display public affection from various backgrounds but that description is vague. There are various types. Absolutely on taking your shoes off before entering homes. It's always been a practice in my home.
Come on now with the traffic of course we all have our rights but drivers are rude and don't follow the rules period. DC has horrific traffic and terrible road rage drivers just like Malaysia. DC is land of gridlock with terrible commute. Drivers need more patience here and there bottom line.
Bangkok has an excellent transit system so that's my preferred mode but I didn't find their drivers as rude 🤷🏽♀️.
You cannot exchange as the stock count will not be the same as the cashier report end of the day. So the manager needs to void the purchase items, not the cashier.
Thank you for sharing how it's done. I'll ask for the manager next time. Not trying to make things more complicated but some items I don't want 😂🤣.
I dont know but regarding that different price tags when paying & also not being able to void the thing that is not yours, you can actually lodge a report to the consumer board. It happens, but we Malaysian also wont be silent about it. Next thing you know people will post bout it in the local facebook community group and that place is gonna be in trouble. There're things u can compromise but not this. Our consumers board take this seriously.
As far as for exchanging things, I admit it might cause a heck of a process (and drama). And sometimes to just accept the situation gives you more peace than facing it. Unless it's super pricey then fight for it. Small things, we take that as fate lol..
Also here the concept of returning the purchased items is actually allowed with terms, but working in retail myself many moons ago, we'd pray it wouldnt happen. Gosh the hassle! And I mean I know some people in other countries who shop a dress, use it with the tag on, and then return it for a refund. I dont think that's a nice thing to do. So maybe that's why our retail scenes are different & maybe more strict.
Oh wow! I had no idea and thought that's the way it's done here. Me not knowing just rolled with it. Now I'm informed and can request further assistance if it happens again. If I'm making big purchases I ask the return policy because I don't want to be stuck with an expensive item if it doesn't work. Gross on the wearing clothes then returning, folks do that in the states if it's not a legitimate issue other than wear and want money back. See after the misunderstanding I'm not trying to make it even more complicated so I just took the L. I've been educated and now know there are other options for me!! Thank you for explaining and informing me of the policies and ways to handle. 😊
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Thank you for tuning in 🥰!
In. Germany sometimes in the restaurant that you don’t serve the food to people all at once, it’s whatever is finished first so the rule is starting eating before it gets cold. You don’t have to wait for everyone.
Well now I know because I don't want cold food! Dig in and well enjoy your food when it arrives 😆. I've learned a new way.
Sis, You are so right about Malaysia. 🤣
🤣😂🤣I'm living like a local now so can I see the manager LOL!
Yes 4 is a taboo for Chinese people here. Even house number is changed to 3A or something like that.
I've learned so now I know. Just happen to look at the numbers and relaxed waiting there are no 4s. Thanks!
In Malaysia, you can insist on voiding the purchase(cancel) & scan the items again.
I have done this in Supermarkets(like Lotus, Aeon, etc)
I think the main problem you faced was language barrier. I will inform them in malay " I dont want this item, it isnt mine". IF they dont to do it, I will ask for Supervisor/Manager & the cashier wouldnt want that.
Thank you for the insightful tips! It was definitely a language barrier and now I know to ask for the manager in these cases. I didn't want to be messy but I figured this can't be the way 😆. Happy I brought it to the people to learn how it's really done here. 🥰
I think I like the fact that someone would call me, Anti etc. since it makes you feel part of the human community.
I’m guessing, even though I’ve never been to Malaysia that the reason alcoholic so expensive because it’s mainly a Muslim country and they’re for not having alcohol
Greetings!! Yes, Malaysians shared that's a reason why it's expensive and lady in store said it's an import tax. Never been to Malaysia 😮!! You must add to your travel list 🥰. It's a wonderful place for me and I love it 💕. Thank you for tuning in and sharing!!
@@QueenofDC Yes!!👍 I will definitely add Malaysia to my travel list, at first, I was afraid to even think about it to travel there alone but now I’ve seen so many different videos about it that it sounds interesting.
Of course, there’s always more places to see🤔
I like the idea of them bringing my food hot and fresh. We came together we’ll leave together, I’ll wait on you 😅
🤣😂🤣Yummy yummy for my tummy!!
About the price, if it is not shown on the shelf. You can refused to pay for it. It is one of the law that protects the consumer.
Oh wow!! Thanks for sharing. I'm more aware now since posting the video and appreciate all helpful insight from everyone. 🥰 Next time, I'll know! 🙌🏽👏🏽
Some tourist feels that the traffic in KL is manageable, tolerance but of course they come from the country that much more worse traffic problems. As for you, it's a vice versa. Yeah, i'm Malaysian n i agree with you. There's a lot of cases on the road r because of impatient driver and less tolerate.
Yes, traffic where I'm from is a huge deterrent for newcomers seeking where to settle because people don't want to spend hours commuting etc. Like stated it's the impatience of the drivers just have some courtesy and obey the law for pedestrians but we know how that goes. Malaysians are warm until they're in traffic 😂🤣.
@@QueenofDC lol. Warm hearted on the road. Soft hearted in daily life. That is also one of our uniqueness. U feel save with the people but u won't get the same feeling on the road. It's really shows in high ranking of road accident cases compare to highly congested traffic like Vietnam, Indonesia. The rate will shoot up during the festive season when we 'balik kampung'
@@Ladyzuely They all need to chill!!
even as malaysian. traffic is terrible and so bad. i move away from KL because of the traffic. hahahhahah
Absolutely believable and many do in DC as well. Traffic congestion impacts the economy.
The name Malaysia so its understood why the alcohol is expensive here .. majority races and religion is islam..and we are not encourage people to drink that because of safety for sure..but doesn mean Malaysia didnt allow to sell alcohol but in high price..so hopefully others can pay some respects on that too
Thank you for watching and sharing 🥰. Yes, I understand and it makes sense. I've adjusted to this new way for me and on the bright side, it saves me money ☺️.
Are you still in Malaysia?
WOW!! I'm just seeing this message. Glad we spoke🥰.
Of course it is different from US, because you are in different country....you have to observe more to avoid dissappoitment...
When did I say I was disappointed? I expressed surprise/shocks sharing my experience. Based on that people have informed me of how it works here. I'm in a new country learning and Malaysia hasn't disappointed me. The people have been warm and thoughtful and that's what makes a place for me. I'll adjust along the way as I learn.
hello auntie. if u talk i will definitely have to listen. aunties always right.
😂🤣😆Love you for this 🥰! Thank you for listening because you know Auntie won't tell you nothing wrong 💕.
Malaysians.. when foods are in front of u just eat it.. no need to wait for others.. enjoy your meals hehe
At this point I have no choice given that's the Malaysian way and I don't like cold food 🤣.
@@QueenofDC whenever we r out having dinner fine dining or whatever.. first come first eater.. u cannot wait cos your food might be 10 minutes later.. that's what we r .. so while waiting u can always try others foods too hahah..
@mindset6386 😂🤣I'll be sure to add an appetizer to the order. I can't escape food here.
@@QueenofDC yeah.. appetizer shud be good move while waiting for the main course
I'm sorry sis, if it's cheap and affordable, everybody can drink,that's why alcohol is expensive.
It doesn't have to be cheap, just reduce the price by $5 usd 😂🤣.
You can always ask for your food to be served at the same time. Some places ask your preference.
Refunds or exchanges - you shouldn't have any problems with it. I guess they probably didn't understand you?
Thank you!! I've never been asked my preference on the food issue but also didn't know that one could request food served together. I just thought it was the way restaurants operate and dare not impose my standards on your policy. Maybe it was loss in translation because I kept repeating myself then after a point it was useless. My fault for not asking for the manager but again just thought it was the way it is here. Appreciate you sharing, I'm learning so much from the responses and how to better handle situations knowing what's acceptable.
@@QueenofDC yes, just ask and they are usually very accommodating. Have you been to Sabah, East Malaysia?
@positivelyserena I have not been to Sabah yet, when's a good time to visit? I'm planning to visit but any insight I'll appreciate. Thank you!
@@QueenofDC, Sabah is a year round destination. However Aug and Sept are probably the best months to visit. Last quarter of the year is generally wetter. My uncle has a resort on one of the islands, JSK Mantanani. I haven't been but will be travelling back for a visit next year. My sister goes there like she goes shopping, literally every weekend and she says it is absolutely gorgeous!!!
@@positivelyserena Thank you for sharing! I'm planning a route so will look into and see what works. Every weekend, she has two homes 😆.
Wow... comparing Malaysia to the USA is a big honor for us. You know we are a developing country right? We just got out from that 3rd world category not too long ago. Do not expect too much or you'll stress yourself out.
Malaysia has exceeded my expectations. I visit places with an open mind and being able to comfortably rest my head is my expectation. I'm a visitor here to learn and appreciate a new way of living. All I expect is mutual respect. Malaysia exceeds America in some ways and there's always an adjustment living in a new place and cultures. It's not wrong or bad, it's just different BUT now based on this post and responses I know some things aren't actually that way and I have alternatives.
Wow....we are not 3rd world country to the begin with..why you have to downgrade to that extend..does you know what thats mean??!!.... the label are only made by western people...we are rich on our way...we have our own standards of life and so on.....dont compare to US..they are declining because of morale problems...
The late food incident part is not so common actually
It happens every time I've eaten with guest so it seems common. Friends have also have had this experience. I've eaten with Malaysian friends and it's happened.
Auntie, brother, sis, uncle, grandpa, grandma - we always use to respect the person. Even if we are angry.
Tax for alcohol is very expensive.
Restaurant for us more like the Kopitiam or Mamak type. Maybe yours sort of fine dining?
We don't believe much for substitution. For me, my late mom always tell me to eat or stay hungry. Hahaha. But maybe the newer parent generation will do such substitution.
Yes, you need to be careful. But you can call the manager to change. They can change I think. Nevertheless, you are kind person Ms. If you find the local waitress didn't understand you, you can always ask help from other local nearby. I am sure there is kind people around you. If I am there, I will help people.
3A - Chinese superstitious. 4 means die. Thus, they avoid that numbers.
Hahaha. Our traffic is still Ok if compare with Indonesia or Philippine. But careful planning will avoid you during rush hour or you can use LRT/MRT/Commuter train.
Yes, I love the Greetings as it's how I greet others too. Restaurant dining not all fine dining, it's happened every time I'm with someone. 🤣😩🤣That was my parents too at times. Look you eat what's here, cook your own or don't eat -- brutal HAHAHA! It takes so much time to explain then wait, I just take the L. Next time I'll see if the manager can help --if I get kicked out I'm coming for you 😂🤣😂. OMG! Indonesia traffic is horrific, it took me two hours to get to the airport. You're right during rush hour Grab will cancel depending on where you're going, have you thinking they are coming then cancel. Forgot to add that.
Thanks so much for watching and sharing insight and great tips!!👏🏽🥰
@@QueenofDC it's always interesting to hear perception or view from tourist. It put things into more perceptive and of course be grateful.
KL needs serious traffic control to have so many people in the country.
I agree and without focus on the infrastructure it's only going to get worse. Washington, DC metro area is the same way.
I watched Mr. BEAN show, he buy a shirt & wear it for week then return it to the shop get back his money. Here no, once you step out of the shop, that is yours shirt. No money back. Maybe you can change it for different color or item but no money back.
That's unfortunate because I can usually tell through scent and sight if someone has worn an item then try to return it - nope you're not getting refunded. In USA you can return unworn items with tags and some places policy will refund even if you've worn such as Nordstrom. Folks take advantage of the system but I'm not one of them.
Maybee the communication problem. Reality, u can cancer the items u dont want & u can change the items also. No problem at all.
Thanks so much for letting me know 🎊. New kid on the block didn't want to cause problems but now I know you can so I'll handle it different next time. Appreciate you sharing and watching!
i think the McDonalds staffs didn't understand your English 😂
You don't say!! Not sure how much clearer my English could be when asking for a Fanta Strawberry soda instead of the flat Coke Zero. It wasn't worth the hassle, keep all the soda 😂🤣😂.
I've noticed employees don't deviate from the process. They are doing their job as instructed, if you ask them to go slightly out the box, it causes confusion. Some act that way in the USA until they learn how it's really done 😂🤣but with certain small things employees use their discretion.
Alcohol is expensive because it is a haram item in Malaysia...lol...
Got it!! Y'all keeping me straight and narrow 😂🤣. Thanks!
Unless you visit tax free islands, alcohol and cigarettes have high taxes. Tax free places are:
Langkawi island
Pangkor island
Tioman island
Labuan island
And I heard forest city in Johor.
Thank you for the list!! I'll be visiting at least one of these places and will toast to you!! Cheers!😁
@@QueenofDC you are welcome. Labuan is far away in borneo. But the nearest to kl is the wonderful pangkor island.
@QueenofDC in the past pangkor laut (private) and pangkor island have seen people like the late Pavarotti and actress Joan Collins.
@@keangwooichoo6138Oh so it's fancy!! I'm trying to plan my route logistically. I may hit 3 places then 3 later.
@QueenofDC no, only pangkor laut is fancy. However the twin next door is just as nice.
Ditch the American etiquette. It will not help you at all in SE Asia. 😉
Right!! Only gets me cold food 😩🤣. I've adjusted 🍽️ and cannot wait LOL.