Biography
Shariza Kamil
Born in 1974, Shariza Kamil has always believed life is like a film — and a little like cooking. You start with raw ingredients, add a dash of courage, a sprinkle of love, and somehow, magic happens. From pretending to be a radio DJ as a child to running her own production house, she’s been telling stories in many forms — on screen and at the dining table. Her family’s recipes and her Minangkabau roots has taught her that heritage is best preserved through the senses: taste, sound, and memory. Whether filming or cooking, one must love what you create — taste it, refine it, and only serve it when it truly warms the heart.This book is her way of keeping those memories alive — a celebration of love, legacy, and the stories she continues to serve.
Books by Shariza Kamil
From the kampung kitchens of Selangor to Singapore’s film studios, Shariza traces three generations of love, strength, and creativity. Through stories of her grandmother’s lemang, her mother’s resilience, and her own path behind the camera, she reveals how food, memory, and heritage intertwine. This is a celebration of family and flavour — a heartfelt tribute to the women who shaped her and the recipes that continue tokeep their stories alive.
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