Gourmet products local specialties and wines Malacca (Melaka)

Bird nests are an essential ingredient in traditional Chinese medicine. They're supposed to strengthen vital functions, cure influenza, asthma, and illuminate the complexion… nothing alone! In short, a real miracle potion! Once cleaned, you boil the nests in the water, and you drink the soup. Don't be surprised by prices: the 37,50 g box costs 388 RM, the soup of bird nests 28 RM; and it's one of Malaysia's cheapest shops. This treat is very much appreciated by the Chinese who spend fortunes to get these little treasures… Notice to amateurs!

Many shops and a store, the Parkson Grand: it is a chain of stores in most of the major Malay cities.