KUALA LUMPUR (Oct 4): Ahmad Zakii Anwar’s Sementara brings together 75 paintings and drawings spanning decades of the painter’s career, from his celebrated Smokers and Sofa series to pieces exploring the human form, ritual, portraiture and animals. Drawn from the Steve Wong Art Collection, the retrospective highlights Zakii’s distinctive mastery of shadow, light, charcoal and chiaroscuro, alongside his fascination with the body and its spiritual dimensions. 

The showcase traces the rich creative evolution of an artist whose work balances sensuality, humour and introspection, while reflecting his broad interests in culture, movement and the natural world. Visitors can view this collection at GDP Campus Bukit Damansara from Oct 11 to Jan 10, 2027. 

Meanwhile, founder Norhelinda “Mekda” Daud brings the flavours of Malaysia’s East Coast to Rumoh Mekda, a contemporary restaurant in Bangsar Village 1. Inspired by family recipes from Kelantan, Terengganu and Pahang, the menu features dishes such as nasi kerabu, ikan patin goreng sambal tempoyak and daging tumbok. For Mekda, preserving these culinary secrets safeguards family history while making traditional cuisine accessible to a new generation. She hopes the eatery can showcase Malaysian heritage in a sophisticated setting without losing its warmth and authenticity. 

With Formula One returning to Sepang as a substitute venue for the Bahrain Grand Prix, Southeast Asia is set for a high-octane October. The unexpected comeback has renewed interest in Malaysia’s motorsport scene, while the back-to-back stops in Sepang and Singapore could boost regional tourism. The feature examines Sepang’s F1 history, its contrasts with the Marina Bay street circuit and whether the return could pave the way for future races.

Read more in the Oct 5 issue of Options in The Edge Malaysia weekly.

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