{
  "id": 15323933,
  "title": "A little curiosity goes a long way at this Kampung Attap café",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/18/a-little-curiosity-goes-a-long-way-at-this-kampung-attap-cafe",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-18T01:30:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Free Malaysia Today",
    "slug": "free-malaysia-today-freemalays",
    "url": "https://www.freemalaysiatoday.com/category/leisure/2026/10/18/a-little-curiosity-goes-a-long-way-at-this-kampung-attap-cafe"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Curiosité KL, a café in Kampung Attap, Kuala Lumpur, offers a unique blend of Malaysian flavors with a global perspective. Founded by Ashraf Rahmat and Natasha Micaela Hud, the establishment draws inspiration from their international experiences while maintaining a strong cultural identity. The café's design, overseen by Natasha, emphasizes a warm and inviting atmosphere, integrating the heritage building's original features while adding modern elements like sofas and natural lighting. Rather than focusing on fusion cuisine, Curiosité KL aims to reinterpret traditional Malaysian dishes, creating innovative yet authentic flavors. Popular dishes include pan mee asam pedas and ayam berempah toasty, which bring together familiar Malaysian tastes in unexpected ways. The menu also features standout drinks like the mango espresso tonic. Curiosité KL's founders believe in creating a space that honors Malaysian heritage while inviting curiosity and creativity, making it a truly special destination in the heart of Kampung Attap.",
  "summary": "Curiosité KL brings Malaysian flavours, thoughtful design and a creative spirit together in a space that feels more like a home than a café.",
  "key_points": [
    "Curiosité KL café blends Malaysian and global flavors",
    "Founded by Ashraf Rahmat and Natasha Micaela Hud",
    "Focuses on reinterpreting traditional Malaysian dishes"
  ],
  "editors_take": "By reinterpreting traditional flavors through a global lens, the café transforms heritage architecture into a modern culinary destination that prioritizes cultural identity over simple fusion.",
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        "outlet": "Free Malaysia Today",
        "title": "A little curiosity goes a long way at this Kampung Attap café",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/18/a-little-curiosity-goes-a-long-way-at-this-kampung-attap-cafe-15324707",
        "published": "2026-10-18T01:30:00.000Z"
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}