The creative Thalan, his hands kept busy with his pen and paintbrush throughout the many years—from Lakehouse to retirement It is clear that he was a different man, one that stood apart from most.

Clean the jackfruit, slice and boil it until it turns soft. Let it cool and then pound it with a mortar and pestle. In a heated pan, add oil and mustard. Once the mustard splutters, add small onion, ...