Bella Jamal is a renowned Malaysian blogger focused mainly on
culinary and contemporary lifestyles. She is a holder of a Bachelor's Degree
in Chemistry from the National University of Malaysia. Having had a
professional corporate career in the social media department of the number 1
telco in the country, Bella Jamal has written many articles about her
passion for culinary and contemporary lifestyle as a part-time blogger and
influencer. Moreover, she is also a cat whisperer and loves to write about these
furry angels.
She started to love writing blogs in 2016. In her school days, she
participated in essay and writing competitions and this drove her passion to
write and share it on her blog which she named ‘Ini Adalah Bellarina
Natasya’. Once her teacher mentioned that she will find success in
journalism or writings in general. However, she ignored it and pursued her
dreams in science.
After 5 years in the industry, she realized that writing is her true
passion, especially as she managed to get good feedback on the culinary and
pet articles; which at the moment reached 8 million viewers. You may catch a
glimpse of the said articles here at
www.bellajamal.com.
Writing is a work that requires a lot of concentration and effort, but
becoming known as a writer is even harder for Bella. She had to toggle her
time around her career and her passion for writing almost every time. Time
and time again she proves to herself that she can handle the pressure. The
first time she got involved in blogging, it was a little disheartening for
her to have people around whom discourage rather than supportive, however,
patience is the main key to success. Nowadays being surrounded by people
that encourage her to always move forward, helps a lot in her work.
Besides writing and cooking, Bella also dabbles in music. She listened to a
variety of music and adore Taylor Swift, one of her favorite performers. She
could play almost each of her songs in her head as she could relate to each
one of them. Each song carries some kind of meaning to her. Taylor's song
inspired her to never lose herself whenever she is in trouble.
For Bella, one of the most inspirational quotes from Miss Swift is “you have to work for everything you get and you have to appreciate every bit of success the world gives you”.
From a humble beginning in culinary, the journey has brought her almost to
the top. Bella Jamal is now followed by many, looking for inspiration. It
has always brought the best in each of her followers. Last year, she began a
small step further by introducing her first cooking book titled
"20 Malaysian Home Cooking Recipes". The book is a conversion from
her blog-based content.
What motivates her passion more is the hope she has to inspire others using
her creativity in culinary. A skill that she has which she shares with her
followers. Most of the recipes shared only use the simplest method and
ingredients, natives to Malaysian cooking style. The dishes however vary in
taste and presentation although the preparation is rather simple, fast, and
yet a delicious meal. This caught the attention of many busy housewives and
working groups as it takes less time to prepare. Her recipes are constantly
being shared on Facebook and other social media platforms.
The topmost viewed articles on her page namely
Resepi Ayam Masak Sambal Hijau which stressed on spiciness on
Malaysian cooking, Cara Memasak Maggi Kari Sedap being the typical 5
minutes instant noodles with a twist of home cooking, and
Resepi Masak Lodeh as one of the main dishes during festivals are now
attracting more followers to her site. Do check out the recipes in her
premier book titled "20 Malaysian Home Cooking Recipes". In addition to
that, for cat owners, the Tip Cara Bagi Kucing Makan Ubat articles
talk about the easiest way to trick your cats into eating their
medicine.
At the same time, Bella didn't miss out on the current trend of fast-paced
world events as well. She attended most of the events via an invitation that
comes repeatedly like waves. She was often invited to give a food review for
newly opened restaurants around Klang Valley. She has attended beauty and
lifestyle events by some major brands in the country. Not to mention, as a
blogger and
influencer
she was also invited to glamorous entertainment events aired on National TV
where she had the chance to meet some of the known artists in her country.
This brings joy to her as Bella is a huge fan of the Malaysian entertainment
scene, it's a dream come true.
Upon the publication of her first book, the "20 Malaysian Home Cooking
Recipes", it quickly got recognition in the
Gourmand World Cookbook Awards. Besides, it is also listed in the
Autumn Harvest Food Culture 2020 & Winter Harvest Food Culture 2020
nominees for the next Gourmand World Cookbook Awards (2021). Although the
book is not selected for Best in The World Shortlist FOOD CULTURE 2021,
Gourmand Awards 2021, Bella is delighted with the achievement of being
listed for the renowned Gourmand World Cookbook Awards nominees and
representing Malaysia. It is more than what she had hoped for when she began
her journey. She already has many plans on how to venture further into the
industry.
"I encourage anyone, a young writer who feels at all compelled to write to do so. Your intuition knows what to write"
It has always been Bella Jamal's goal all along to touch others with her
ideas in culinary and bring the best out of people. She is looking forward
to sharing new ideas that will allow her to potentially flourish in the
culinary world. For Bella, life is incomplete without the colors of
food.