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MELAKA SULTANATE AROUND SINCE 1200s?

Published: Monday October 17, 2011 MYT 7:14:00 PM

Malacca Sultanate around since 1200s not 1400: Ali Rustam

MALACCA: The Malacca Sultanate began in 1262 and not 1400 as widely believed, said Mentri Besar Datuk Seri Mohd Ali Rustam.

He said a group of historians, through the Malaysian Institute for History and Patriotism Research (IKSEP), managed to prove the earlier existence of the sultanate.

“The discovery of this fact is proven through the writings of Raja Bongsu in the book, ‘Salatus Salatin’.

“It is also proven by our historians that we have a high civilisaton,” he told reporters after opening a seminar in conjunction with the 749th anniversary of the founding of Malacca here.

Profesor Emeritus Tan Sri Dr Khoo Kay Kim, who presented a paper titled “Melaka, Mother of Malaya” at the seminar, said the present generation had little knowledge on the country and its society.

“This phenomenon is worrying. History does not just focus on the olden days but also on developments until the present day,” he said.

Mohd Ali said the lack of history knowledge and appreciation have made the people lose their true identity and become materialistic.

He said the country should continue producing historians or social scientists as they were important in helping to raise self awareness and in developing a true identity among Malaysians.

“The action by certain universities to reduce the intake of students for the arts and social science stream is not appropriate,” he said.

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Mexicano Baked Fish by Kenny Rogers Roasters

October 18, 2011 at 5:30 pm

Fish has come a long way since being viewed as poor man’s protein in the middle of the 20th century. As we all know, fish has now become a premium meat due to its high protein and low amounts of fat, making it a perfect choice for those who look for lean protein for their diet. The trouble about some fish dishes are that they are either expensive, or served in ways that negate the health benefits that the meat offers.

The delicious Mexicano Baked Fish and the Fish N Mushroom Soup

So if you want to enjoy a great fish dish at a really affordable price, we recommend the Mexicano Baked Fish dish by Kenny Rogers Roasters. Available for a limited time only, this lovely succulent fish fillet is marinated with a special blend of herbs and spices, and is then baked to perfection. And for those who are accustomed to a variety of tastes will not have to fret as the fillet is served with a mildly spicy salsa, adding an exotic Mexican touch that is bound to delight everyone, even those who usually shy away from Tex-Mex flavours.

The tantalizing Mexicano Baked Fish is not only a delicious delight, but also a value for money dish.

Kenny Rogers Roasters foray into fish also includes the Fish N Mushroom Soup. This soup serves as a light but hearty starter, and is a creamy but not overwhelmingly thick soup with generous chunks of fish and mushrooms swimming in it. The Fish N Mushroom Soup is priced at RM7.00 while the Mexicano Baked Fish comes with three side dishes of your choice at RM18.50.

The light but lovely soup, with chunks of fish and mushrooms

So how does the Mexicano Baked Fish stack up? The first thing that you will definitely notice is the large size of the fillet itself, which actually occupies most of the plate. The fish is tender and really baked to perfection, with a delightful crust that leaves a subtle smoky flavour on the palette. The salsa complements the fish well, and while it does contain coriander, the distinct taste that some Asians tend to dislike about coriander is thankfully absent.

The taste of the salsa, while spicy, does not overwhelm the subtler flavour of the fish

The portioning of the dish, like all Kenny Rogers Roasters offerings, is definitely enough for most appetites, but for those who just cannot resist a good thing can opt for the White Combo Delight meal. This dish combines the Mexicano Baked Fish with a quarter chicken, three side dishes and a Kenny’s Home-made Muffin for RM29.50. Now that’s really a feast on its own!

The Mexicano Baked Fish and the Fish N Mushroom Soup are available for a limited time only at all Kenny Rogers Roasters Restaurants in Malaysia. We suggest you try them, that is if you haven’t already!

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