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This Month in Desi Kuala Lumpur: August 2026

As Onam approaches on August 26, Kuala Lumpur's Desi community finds warmth in Malabar Palace's new flavors and the vibrant spirit of Little Pakistan.

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News
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Events
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New spots
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Reads
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Top stories
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Don't miss this month
Aug 02
Sankashti Chaturthi
Aug 09
Ekadashi
Aug 11
Pradosh Vrat
Aug 12
Amavasya
Aug 17
Nag Panchami 2026
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New in town
🆕 Now open
Meat the Porkers
A Malaysian chef has opened an Indian restaurant in Bukit Damansara, operating as Meat the Porkers.
📋 Newly listed
Madras Briyani Kitchen
New restaurant now on Desi.Net
📋 Newly listed
Malabar Palace
New restaurant now on Desi.Net
📋 Newly listed
Coast by Kayra
New restaurant now on Desi.Net
📋 Newly listed
Modern Store - Best Indian Grocery in Kuala Lumpur
New grocery now on Desi.Net
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Restaurant spotlight
Coast by Kayra
Kerala, South Indian
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On screen
King
hi · coming soon
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Good reads
What's Happening in Kuala Lumpur's Desi CommunityWhat's New in Kuala Lumpur's Desi Food SceneDesi Culture & Faith Highlights in Kuala Lumpur
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Coming up
Onam · August 26
Find where to celebrate Onam near Kuala Lumpur on Desi.Net.
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This Month in Desi Kuala Lumpur: August 2026