Cheryl J Hoffmann

is a global freelance photographer, an historical geographer and a friend of Malaysia. “Jalan-jalan cari Datuk” is her personal twist on the very Malaysian pastime of going out to eat. Her works can be seen at: www.cheryljhoffmann.com.

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Devotion to the Nine Emperors

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Every year, during the ninth lunar month of the Chinese calendar, devotees of the Nine Emperor Gods celebrate for nine days and nights, creating places of intense worship in parts of Malaysia, Thailand and Singapore.

by Cheryl J Hoffmann

Cheryl J Hoffmann

Jalan-Jalan Cari Datuk: Encounters

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A Malaysian friend tells me that, as a young boy, when he walked with his grandmother, she would say to him “Don’t pee on the tree, Datuk Kong lives...

by Cheryl J Hoffmann

Cheryl J Hoffmann

Jalan-Jalan Cari Datuk: Interpretations

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To “jalan-jalan cari Datuk” is admittedly my favourite way to explore Malaysia. Unexpected Datuk stories can be found around corners, down lanes and...

by Cheryl J Hoffmann

Cheryl J Hoffmann