Have you ever started salivating while watching Masterchef and wondered what certain dishes taste like but had to settle for your eyes doing the feasting? Well if you are a gourmand or a culinary traveler then you’ll be happy to know that Malaysia’s very own food icon has partnered with Traveloka and is exclusively serving us the chance to taste award-winning culinary delights right in our own backyard.

Pamper your taste buds and treat yourself to a truly Malaysian feast that's been specially curated by none other than Malaysia’s very first celebrity chef. Datuk Redzuawan Ismail, fondly known as Chef Wan, is an award-winning chef and culinary extraordinaire who is well known for putting his own twist on authentic Malaysian fare. Chef Wan made his way into Malaysian hearts and homes with his passion for food and his colourful personality.

Over the last 20 years, he has published dozens of cookbooks, hosted cooking shows in Malaysia and over the world, in addition to having appeared in noteworthy foodie programmes like Anthony Bourdain’s No Reservations and Rick Stein’s Far Eastern Odyssey. During the span of Chef Wan’s illustrious career, he has cooked for many famous personalities; the most noteworthy of the long list being the Sultan of Brunei and the former U.S. President, Bill Clinton.

The celebrated chef spends a substantial amount of time traveling to different parts of the world and on his travels, he has sampled Asian cuisine from secluded nooks and crannies to the busiest city restaurants over the years. The culmination of these experiences is what inspires Chef Wan to introduce unique twists to each and every meal he concocts. He is famed for creating mouth-watering Malaysian and other signature Southeast Asian delights using ingredients that are found locally which give these otherwise traditional dishes a signature flavour, breathing new life into a dish as it were.

So calling all the foodies out there who love food as much as the renowned chef! You can now gobble gobble and savour local delights and international dishes inspired by Chef Wan’s globetrotting at his restaurants and cafes with exclusive discounts up to 15 percent off their total bill, available on Traveloka Xperience.

Location: The LINC KL Lot 2 – 2, Level 2 No.360, Jalan Tun Razak 50400, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

De.Wan 1958 by Chef Wan restaurants offer a wide range of Malaysian heritage dishes, including ikan masak lemak cili padi kampung, grilled ayam dara and kambing kuzi.

De.Wan 1958 is Chef Wan’s flagship restaurant situated at the heart of Kuala Lumpur City Center that sprawls over 13,000 square feet. You will not only be treated to mouth-watering premium Malay cuisine here but visually, a state-of-the-art venue designed to provide guests a genuine immersive dining experience.

The attention to detail and the amount of thought that went into designing this venue is

immediately apparent from the moment you step through the doors. The plant theme motifs that are harmoniously paired with vibrant colours unexpectedly work together with the gilded-age feel of the furnishings resulting in an unforgettable dining experience. If you are looking to make core memories while sharing the joy that Malaysian food brings, then this is the place for you.

Location: Bangi Resort Hotel Off Persiaran Bandar, Bangi Golf Club, 43650 Bandar Baru Bangi Selangor, Malaysia

If you’ve been fortunate enough to have tried seafood paella on your travels to Spain, this dish will definitely whisk you down memory lane even before you take your first bite. The mouth-watering aroma is only secondary to the stunning presentation of the dish that promises to tantalize all your senses aside from taste. This fragrant paella cooked with seafood stock, piled high with succulent flower crab, fresh squid rings, baby blue mussels, white clams and fresh, juicy prawns.

*Enjoy an exclusive discount of 15 percent on Traveloka Xperience at all restaurant outlets.

Location: GF-19. The Shore Shopping Gallery, 193, Pinggiran @ Sungai Melaka, Jalan Persisiran Bunga Raya,Kampung Bunga Paya Pantai, 75100 Melaka, Malaysia

The first thing you see when you walk into the cafe is the grinning face of Chef Wan, warmly beckoning you to join him on a hearty, soulful journey that represents his life and travels. This sentiment is beautifully encapsulated at his outlet in The Shore Shopping Gallery, with the interior of the cafe filled with personal and thoughtful artistic touches like a painting of Chef Wan's beloved mother.

If we had to describe the overall ambience of this cafe, words like eccentric and unique come to mind, which is apt seeing how the interior design is largely influenced by Chef Wan’s personal experiences and his gastronomic journey while globetrotting where he made a point to learn about various cultures and their distinctive flavour profiles.Some of the must-try culinary delights include Greek shrimp roll, Jamaican fish and chips, lamb Kuzi pie as well as nasi kerabu.

Location: GF-19. The Shore Shopping Gallery, 193, Pinggiran @ Sungai Melaka, Jalan Persisiran Bunga Raya,Kampung Bunga Paya Pantai, 75100 Melaka, Malaysia

Location: G2-26 & 27, KL East Mall, Off Middle Ring Road 2, KL East, 53000 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

An authentic local delight said to have originated from the state of Kelantan in the 15th century, the blue hue of the rice comes from using Butterfly Pea flower; otherwise known as ‘Bunga Telang’. The other ingredients that make up this dish include coconut serunding which is lightly browned coconut shavings, a selection of vegetables that are eaten raw, a slightly spicy sambal and budu. Dried salted fish, salted egg and the local staple - crunchy, fish crackers are served on the side, completing this signature dish that is not to be missed. Discerning foodies can opt to choose either the Ayam Percik or go with the Beef Rendang option depending on your cravings.

*Enjoy an exclusive discount of 10 percent on Traveloka Xperience at all restaurant outlets.

Succulent charcoal grilled chicken and/or beef skewers served with Chef Wan’s special peanut sauce

A classic recipe, sauteed shrimps with garlic and fresh herbs, feta cheese crumble,

served with our house made toasted buttery charcoal soft loaf, mini salad bouquet and crispy potato chips

A must try - nominated ‘Best Lamb Pie’. Moist and rich with flavours, boneless lamb Kuzi with diced vegetables and mounted in a pie

The collaboration between Traveloka and Chef Wan, offers customers not only added convenience and genuine local delights, but enhances Traveloka’s list of experiences, to allow individuals to fulfill their lifestyle aspirations.

Foodies who crave a unique palate tingling culinary experience will be able to eat to their heart's content at Chef Wan’s flagship De.Wan 1958 by Chef Wan restaurants and Café Chef Wan outlets with exclusive discounts up to 15 percent off their total bill, available on Traveloka Xperience.