摘要：AbstractMalay modern society especially the young generation has gradually ignored the practice of Malay traditional food. Social transition and unlimited information technology are believes to influence the changes of food intake and practices. This study empirically investigates the transmission modes of Malay traditional food knowledge within generation. Using Klang Valley as a contextual setting, 5 sets of respondents consist of mother and daughter was interviewed. Qualitative approached are employed by using thematic analysis to understand the phenomena. Observation, be a helper, received instruction and task from the mothers are the modes of transmission in Malay families which influenced their practices.
