Is comfort food the same as favourite food? / Nazima Versay Kudus

During the COVID-19 restrictions, many people have gone the extra mile to enjoy their favorite comfort foods. With a lot of free time on their hands, they have been experimenting with cooking and sharing their culinary adventures online. For many who are unable to travel back home or "balik kampung" to enjoy their mothers' home-cooked meals, these online food creators have become a comforting alternative. Entrepreneurial ventures like the Nasi Kandaq Transporter experienced a surge in popularity during the lockdown. Nasi Kandar, a beloved Penang dish, is not easy to prepare due to its complex nature, consisting of a rice base topped with a variety of curries. These curries are challenging to make as they are a blend of different flavors, including fish, chicken, beef, prawns, squid, and other curry dishes. During that period, Nasi Kandaq Transporter offered delivery services on specific days of the week from Penang to the Klang Valley area. Consumers were able to relish the nostalgic taste of this Penang specialty, and the convenience of having the food delivered is especially appreciated during times when travel for food is not feasible. Indeed, if one cannot travel for food, the food can travel to you.