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“After nets as tall as humans are laid on the seabed with sinkers, the currents bring various
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“Flower crabs used to be worth only RM3 per 600g when I started but due to more people
appreciating their scarcity, the crabs now cost RM50 per kg,” said Neoh, whose two sons
have now taken over the family business.

Among newest acolytes learning this old way of catching live flower crabs is 40-year-old
Phang Peow Meng, who joined a few years ago.

“It’s hard to survive in this small community, but it’s rare and an honour to be accepted and
to learn.

“One needs to not only be skilful but also bear the tedious task of cleaning upon returning to
shore.

“We spend about two hours setting and retrieving the nets at sea and a further three to four
hours more on the beach untangling the catches from the nets,” said Phang.

He added that although flower crabs were the target, other shellfish such as horn clams,
oysters, horseshoe crabs and many species of mussels would end up getting caught.

Their catches never reach the local markets as happy buyers are always waiting by the beach
to snap everything up.

“Since the end of 2020, the amount of flower crabs caught has dropped from about 10kg per
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Phang showing the horn clam (left) and flower crab (right) caught in the net by fishermen off
Jalan Sultan Ahmad Shah. — Photos: KT GOH/The Star

EVERY few days when the tide charts bid good omen, a small group of artisanal fishermen
in the city limits go out to sea on small skiffs in search of a relatively rare delicacy — live
flower crabs.

Flower crabs are often seen in most markets, but live ones are relatively rare. Unlike mud
crabs, flower crabs do not survive long out of the water.

More surprisingly, these fishermen bring back a startling variety of exotic shellfish, some
probably never before seen in the usual markets or restaurants.

These fishermen are almost an unknown “living heritage” of the city.For almost 50 years,
little has changed in their classic and proven practices at the beach less than 2km north of
George Town’s heritage enclave in Jalan Sultan Ahmad Shah.Only a lucky few who know
how to contact them will get a pail or two of these rarely seen shellfish to enjoy.Among the
fishermen is 78-year-old veteran Neoh Oh Yeoh, who honed his skills for over 40 years.
Now, he stays at shore and helps mend nets and handle the catches other fishermen bring
back.

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“After nets as tall as humans are laid on the seabed with sinkers, the currents bring various
creatures to get entangled in them.

“We need to study the tide, flow of current and seasons, when the animals are active or
available. We don’t have technology. Only experience guides us.

“Flower crabs used to be worth only RM3 per 600g when I started but due to more people
appreciating their scarcity, the crabs now cost RM50 per kg,” said Neoh, whose two sons
have now taken over the family business.

Among newest acolytes learning this old way of catching live flower crabs is 40-year-old
Phang Peow Meng, who joined a few years ago.

“It’s hard to survive in this small community, but it’s rare and an honour to be accepted and
to learn.

“One needs to not only be skilful but also bear the tedious task of cleaning upon returning to
shore.

“We spend about two hours setting and retrieving the nets at sea and a further three to four
hours more on the beach untangling the catches from the nets,” said Phang.

He added that although flower crabs were the target, other shellfish such as horn clams,
oysters, horseshoe crabs and many species of mussels would end up getting caught.
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to snap everything up.

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trip to just about 3kg now.

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delicacy not for the faint-of-heart,” concluded Phang.

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EVERY few days when the tide charts bid good omen, a small group of artisanal fishermen
in the city limits go out to sea on small skiffs in search of a relatively rare delicacy — live
flower crabs.

Flower crabs are often seen in most markets, but live ones are relatively rare. Unlike mud
crabs, flower crabs do not survive long out of the water.

More surprisingly, these fishermen bring back a startling variety of exotic shellfish, some
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These fishermen are almost an unknown “living heritage” of the city.For almost 50 years,
little has changed in their classic and proven practices at the beach less than 2km north of
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how to contact them will get a pail or two of these rarely seen shellfish to enjoy.Among the
fishermen is 78-year-old veteran Neoh Oh Yeoh, who honed his skills for over 40 years.
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back.

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“After nets as tall as humans are laid on the seabed with sinkers, the currents bring various
creatures to get entangled in them.

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available. We don’t have technology. Only experience guides us.

“Flower crabs used to be worth only RM3 per 600g when I started but due to more people
appreciating their scarcity, the crabs now cost RM50 per kg,” said Neoh, whose two sons
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Among newest acolytes learning this old way of catching live flower crabs is 40-year-old
Phang Peow Meng, who joined a few years ago.
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to learn.

“One needs to not only be skilful but also bear the tedious task of cleaning upon returning to
shore.

“We spend about two hours setting and retrieving the nets at sea and a further three to four
hours more on the beach untangling the catches from the nets,” said Phang.

He added that although flower crabs were the target, other shellfish such as horn clams,
oysters, horseshoe crabs and many species of mussels would end up getting caught.

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to snap everything up.

“Since the end of 2020, the amount of flower crabs caught has dropped from about 10kg per
trip to just about 3kg now.

“Occasionally, we get exotic crabs or shellfish such as melo melo, a large sea snail. This is a
delicacy not for the faint-of-heart,” concluded Phang.

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EVERY few days when the tide charts bid good omen, a small group of artisanal fishermen
in the city limits go out to sea on small skiffs in search of a relatively rare delicacy — live
flower crabs.

Flower crabs are often seen in most markets, but live ones are relatively rare. Unlike mud
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More surprisingly, these fishermen bring back a startling variety of exotic shellfish, some
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These fishermen are almost an unknown “living heritage” of the city.For almost 50 years,
little has changed in their classic and proven practices at the beach less than 2km north of
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back.

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“After nets as tall as humans are laid on the seabed with sinkers, the currents bring various
creatures to get entangled in them.

“We need to study the tide, flow of current and seasons, when the animals are active or
available. We don’t have technology. Only experience guides us.

“Flower crabs used to be worth only RM3 per 600g when I started but due to more people
appreciating their scarcity, the crabs now cost RM50 per kg,” said Neoh, whose two sons
have now taken over the family business.

Among newest acolytes learning this old way of catching live flower crabs is 40-year-old
Phang Peow Meng, who joined a few years ago.

“It’s hard to survive in this small community, but it’s rare and an honour to be accepted and
to learn.

“One needs to not only be skilful but also bear the tedious task of cleaning upon returning to
shore.

“We spend about two hours setting and retrieving the nets at sea and a further three to four
hours more on the beach untangling the catches from the nets,” said Phang.

He added that although flower crabs were the target, other shellfish such as horn clams,
oysters, horseshoe crabs and many species of mussels would end up getting caught.

Their catches never reach the local markets as happy buyers are always waiting by the beach
to snap everything up.

“Since the end of 2020, the amount of flower crabs caught has dropped from about 10kg per
trip to just about 3kg now.
“Occasionally, we get exotic crabs or shellfish such as melo melo, a large sea snail. This is a
delicacy not for the faint-of-heart,” concluded Phang.

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EVERY few days when the tide charts bid good omen, a small group of artisanal fishermen
in the city limits go out to sea on small skiffs in search of a relatively rare delicacy — live
flower crabs.
Flower crabs are often seen in most markets, but live ones are relatively rare. Unlike mud
crabs, flower crabs do not survive long out of the water.

More surprisingly, these fishermen bring back a startling variety of exotic shellfish, some
probably never before seen in the usual markets or restaurants.

These fishermen are almost an unknown “living heritage” of the city.For almost 50 years,
little has changed in their classic and proven practices at the beach less than 2km north of
George Town’s heritage enclave in Jalan Sultan Ahmad Shah.Only a lucky few who know
how to contact them will get a pail or two of these rarely seen shellfish to enjoy.Among the
fishermen is 78-year-old veteran Neoh Oh Yeoh, who honed his skills for over 40 years.
Now, he stays at shore and helps mend nets and handle the catches other fishermen bring
back.

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“After nets as tall as humans are laid on the seabed with sinkers, the currents bring various
creatures to get entangled in them.

“We need to study the tide, flow of current and seasons, when the animals are active or
available. We don’t have technology. Only experience guides us.

“Flower crabs used to be worth only RM3 per 600g when I started but due to more people
appreciating their scarcity, the crabs now cost RM50 per kg,” said Neoh, whose two sons
have now taken over the family business.

Among newest acolytes learning this old way of catching live flower crabs is 40-year-old
Phang Peow Meng, who joined a few years ago.

“It’s hard to survive in this small community, but it’s rare and an honour to be accepted and
to learn.
“One needs to not only be skilful but also bear the tedious task of cleaning upon returning to
shore.

“We spend about two hours setting and retrieving the nets at sea and a further three to four
hours more on the beach untangling the catches from the nets,” said Phang.

He added that although flower crabs were the target, other shellfish such as horn clams,
oysters, horseshoe crabs and many species of mussels would end up getting caught.

Their catches never reach the local markets as happy buyers are always waiting by the beach
to snap everything up.

“Since the end of 2020, the amount of flower crabs caught has dropped from about 10kg per
trip to just about 3kg now.

“Occasionally, we get exotic crabs or shellfish such as melo melo, a large sea snail. This is a
delicacy not for the faint-of-heart,” concluded Phang.

More photos

Neoh mending some nets to be used for the next catch.

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ingredients instead of multiple layers of creams, serums and other products, where it's
sometimes difficult to decipher every ingredient. As such, it's not surprising to see that, with
a few exceptions, it's grandma's age-old remedies that have been all the rage on TikTok --
Gen Z's preferred social network -- throughout 2021, with a craze for ingredients with
multiple virtues that we owe to Mother Nature.

While all talk is of retinol at the beginning of this new year -- considered one of the most
effective anti-aging active ingredients -- there are many plant-based ingredients that are
holding their own alongside this active form of vitamin A. Today, more and more cosmetic
brands are turning to natural active ingredients with many and varied powers. Here are three
such ingredients that are likely to make it big in skincare this year.

Prickly pear and its anti-aging properties

If retinol is now considered a miracle ingredient in fighting the signs of aging -- featuring
among the three most popular active ingredients in the world according to recent research
from Skincare Hero -- an active ingredient known to all could soon steal the show, or almost.
A more natural alternative, the prickly pear is also an anti-aging ally of choice. Found in
Mexico and the Maghreb, prickly pear seed oil is now renowned throughout the world for its
anti-aging properties, now giving rise to numerous cosmetics formulated with this natural
ingredient.

Rich in vitamin E, polyunsaturated fatty acids and sterols, prickly pear seed oil not only
reduces the appearance of wrinkles and fine lines, but also improves skin tone and fights
premature aging. And to top it all off, it is believed to have healing properties. While it is
found in the form of a plant-based oil, there is a growing number of cosmetics based on
prickly pear, including creams and masks for the skin and hair.

The many benefits of rice

Star of social media in 2021, rice is now an exceptional ingredient in cosmetics, enhancing
dull skin, combination to oily skin, as well as mature skin. In fact, TikTokers came up with
hacks and challenges throughout 2021 to highlight the many virtues of rice, using hashtags
like #ricewaterhairchallenge (75 million views) and #ricewaterforskin (3.6 million views).
While there were already rice-based cosmetics, it hasn't taken long to see the emergence of
many more, from rice powder masks to rice bran plant oils, exfoliants, mattifying powders
and the likes. Indeed, the virtues of this kitchen staple are many and varied.

Used for centuries in Asia to enhance women's skin and hair, rice powder is known for its
strong absorbing and mattifying power, whereas rice water, rich in antioxidants, fights the
signs of aging while improving skin firmness and deep moisturizing. And as if that wasn't
enough, rice is also a great ally for hair, making it stronger and shinier. Properties that are
now highlighted in a host of beauty brands' products in the cosmetics aisle.

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If the environmental qualities of flax have allowed it to make a comeback in the fashion
world in 2021, its benefits for the skin are perhaps less well known. And yet, the powers of
its flowers and seeds make it an essential ally for sensitive, dry and mature skin. And it's clear
that cosmetic brands have caught on too, bringing out a vast choice of creams, serums and
oils based on this ingredient that's soon to be a must-have.

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EVERY few days when the tide charts bid good omen, a small group of artisanal fishermen
in the city limits go out to sea on small skiffs in search of a relatively rare delicacy — live
flower crabs.

Flower crabs are often seen in most markets, but live ones are relatively rare. Unlike mud
crabs, flower crabs do not survive long out of the water.

More surprisingly, these fishermen bring back a startling variety of exotic shellfish, some
probably never before seen in the usual markets or restaurants.

These fishermen are almost an unknown “living heritage” of the city.For almost 50 years,
little has changed in their classic and proven practices at the beach less than 2km north of
George Town’s heritage enclave in Jalan Sultan Ahmad Shah.Only a lucky few who know
how to contact them will get a pail or two of these rarely seen shellfish to enjoy.Among the
fishermen is 78-year-old veteran Neoh Oh Yeoh, who honed his skills for over 40 years.
Now, he stays at shore and helps mend nets and handle the catches other fishermen bring
back.

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“After nets as tall as humans are laid on the seabed with sinkers, the currents bring various
creatures to get entangled in them.

“We need to study the tide, flow of current and seasons, when the animals are active or
available. We don’t have technology. Only experience guides us.

“Flower crabs used to be worth only RM3 per 600g when I started but due to more people
appreciating their scarcity, the crabs now cost RM50 per kg,” said Neoh, whose two sons
have now taken over the family business.

Among newest acolytes learning this old way of catching live flower crabs is 40-year-old
Phang Peow Meng, who joined a few years ago.

“It’s hard to survive in this small community, but it’s rare and an honour to be accepted and
to learn.

“One needs to not only be skilful but also bear the tedious task of cleaning upon returning to
shore.

“We spend about two hours setting and retrieving the nets at sea and a further three to four
hours more on the beach untangling the catches from the nets,” said Phang.

He added that although flower crabs were the target, other shellfish such as horn clams,
oysters, horseshoe crabs and many species of mussels would end up getting caught.

Their catches never reach the local markets as happy buyers are always waiting by the beach
to snap everything up.

“Since the end of 2020, the amount of flower crabs caught has dropped from about 10kg per
trip to just about 3kg now.
“Occasionally, we get exotic crabs or shellfish such as melo melo, a large sea snail. This is a
delicacy not for the faint-of-heart,” concluded Phang.

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the soothing, anti-inflammatory and emollient powers of flax, which, as a bonus, has
regenerating and repairing properties. But flax is also everywhere in the moisturizing section
since it has nourishing virtues, while improving the elasticity and tonicity of the skin. Like
prickly pear and rice, flax is also a top choice for mature skin because it helps delay skin
relaxation and sagging. And, like its counterparts, it is

st of beauty brands' products in the cosmetics aisle.

Flax to soothe and nourish

If the environmental qualities of flax have allowed it to make a comeback in the fashion
world in 2021, its benefits for the skin are perhaps less well known. And yet, the powers of
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oils based on this ingredient that's soon to be a must-have.

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powers of flax, which, as a bonus, has regenerating and repairing properties. But flax is also
everywhere in the moisturizing section since it has nourishing virtues, while improving the
elasticity and tonicity of the skin. Like prickly pear and rice, flax is also a top choice for
mature skin because it helps delay skin relaxation and sagging. And, like its counterparts, it is