Location: Tayim Restaurant, 14 Nurses Walk, The Rocks NSW 2000
Date: 2 June, 2025
Cost: From $90 – Buy Tickets
Experience the bold, aromatic flavours of Malaysian-Tamil cuisine, brought to life by Malar Sathasivam and her family. Known to friends and family as “Sangee”, Malar grew up in Malaysia, where her love for food was sparked by her late father, a passionate cook and curry master.
Now in Sydney, she carries on his legacy, perfecting traditional Tamil recipes while adding her own creative twists.
From hand-ground spice blends to slow-cooked curries, every dish on this seven-course menu reflects Sangee’s deep connection to her heritage. Her food is an expression of resilience, family and the simple joy of a shared meal.
Gather for a feast that celebrates tradition, community and the stories carried through generations.
About FoodLab Sydney Series
FoodLab Sydney is a series of three unique dining events that spotlight the flavours, stories and dreams of emerging chefs from migrant and refugee backgrounds.
With curation and mentorship from industry leaders like Kylie Kwong, Junda Khoo, Christopher The and Tama Carey, each night presents a seven-course menu crafted by these emerging chefs.
Each dish served across the series reveals deeply personal narratives—from childhood food memories and cultural heritage to their aspirations for the future.
Every ticket sold supports FoodLab Sydney’s mission to help migrants, refugees and disadvantaged hospitality entrepreneurs realise their culinary dreams.
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