10 Places To Watch The ‘Live’ Badminton Match Of Dato' Lee Chong Wei Vs. Chen Long

The clock is ticking fast. In mere hours, our badminton legend will be facing off against China’s very own Chen Long, and it is a match not to be missed! Here are 10 places in Klang Valley to watch the ‘live’ finals gold medal match, which will commence at 8.20pm Malaysian time.
1. Movida Kitchen & Terrace PJ Centrestage
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Why not cheer our Dato’ on with a pint or two at Movida Kitchen & Terrace PJ Centrestage, whilst sampling some Italian, Mediterranean, Cuban or Spanish cuisine?
Address: G23A & G25, PJ Centrestage, 1, Jalan 13/1, Jalan Kemajuan, 46100 Petaling Jaya.
Tel: 03-7610 0963
Website: Movida Kitchen & Terrace PJ Centrestage

2. Supperclub KL
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Why not have your dinner tonight at a leisurely pace whilst enjoying the ‘live’ match on the large screens at Supperclub KL, an upscale gastrobar and lounge in KL?
Address: Lot E12-14, TREC , Jalan Tun Razak, 50400 Kuala Lumpur.
Tel: 03-2110 0866
Website: Supperclub KL
3. Offside – Nadayu28, Sunway
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Comfy beanbags to lounge in whilst munching on some snacks is the perfect way to watch tonight’s match between Chong Wei and Chen Long, and you can certainly have that at Offside – Nadayu28, Sunway.
Address: 9D, Nadayu28 Dagang, Jalan PJS 11/7, 47500 Subang Jaya.
Website: Offside – Nadayu28, Sunway

4. Sakura Kristal Café & Restaurant
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Sakura Kristal Café is known for its Asian cuisine and lively atmosphere, and in conjunction with the ‘live’ match happening tonight, customers can enjoy a deal whereby purchasing any large sized drink would allow one to receive a large sparkling lemon mint drink for absolutely free!
Address: No 301, Jalan Bandar 11, Taman Melawati.
Tel: 03-4108 5897

Website: Sakura Kristal Café & Restaurant
5. 42 East Restaurant & Bar
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42 East Restaurant & Bar creates the perfect atmosphere to watch the game tonight among strangers who are all rooting for a similar goal. The restaurant will be offering a deal whereby one can obtain 10 mugs of Tiger beer at only RM99!
Address: 42, Lorong Rahim Kajai 14, TTDI, 60000 Kuala Lumpur.
Tel: 03-7725 5688

Website: 42 East Restaurant & Bar
6. Delay No More Crab Restaurant

Last night saw Delay No More Crab Restaurant being packed with badminton supporters cheering our Dato’ on as he went on to win the coveted gold against Lin Dan. Tonight would be no different, as the restaurant will once again be broadcasting the match from 8.20pm onwards.
Address: P2, Plaza Grd Floor, Hartamas Shopping Centre.
Tel: 03-6211 7112

Website: Delay No More Crab Restaurant
7. Steaks & Lobsters
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The true spirit of support is seen when Steaks & Lobsters specifically sets up a projector and TV just to be able to televise the badminton match to their hungry guests. As expected, steaks and lobsters are this restaurant’s specialty, but one may also opt to sample their juicy Texas BBQ Beef Burger as well, while watching the match.
Address: 42, Jalan 24/70A, Desa Sri Hartamas, Kuala Lumpur.
Tel: 012-743 7167

Website: Steaks & Lobsters
8. Tom, Dick & Harry’s Live for Oasis Damansara
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At Tom, Dick & Harry’s Live for Oasis Damansara, expect a lively atmosphere coupled with a great selection of booze and snacks like Chicken Crackers, Fried Anchovies and Fish Fingers. Most importantly though, they are also arguably one of the best places to watch the ‘live’ match tonight, with their 7 HD TVs & 1 HD big screen.
Address: R-13A, Jalan PJU 1A/7A, Central Piazza Oasis, Ara Damansara, Jalan PJU 1A/7, Taipan 2 Damansara, 47600 Petaling Jaya.
Website: Tom, Dick & Harry’s: pub+grub
9. Live House Kuala Lumpur
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Live House KL is known to be a place where one can catch comedy acts and live bands. For tonight though, it would be the spot to catch the ‘live’ match, with their happy hour going on until 10pm.
Address: TREC KL, Jalan Tun Razak, 50400 Kuala Lumpur.
Tel: 012-372 2374

Website: Live House Kuala Lumpur
10. Sri Pentas
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Beanbags, plastic chairs, food truck grubs, and memorabilias are aplenty when one heads out to Sri Pentas tonight, to watch the exciting showdown between Dato’ Lee Chong Wei and Chen Long. Last night saw a full house at Sri Pentas, hence it’s best to head there earlier to secure a coveted spot.
Address: Sri Pentas, No. 3, Persiaran Bandar Utama, Bandar Utama, 47800 Petaling Jaya.
Tel: 03-7726 6333
Feature Image Credit: BadmintonFreak.com


Cocoraw Creates Affordable Chocolate Truffles With Flavours M'sians Know And Love

Cocoraw is a brand of handmade chocolates by Malaysian couple See Pin and Michael. Interestingly enough, they came from a background which is totally unrelated to the food business—a career in media planning and technology consulting. Now, the couple focuses solely on the chocolate brand which they have tirelessly built from ground up.
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The chocolate truffles by Cocoraw consists of unique flavours such as The Raw 70 (dark), The Milk (milk chocolate), The SGM (Salted Gula Melaka), The IWC (Ipoh White Coffee), The AA (Alcoholic Anonymous) and The Green Thing (green tea).
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Each of the standard boxed truffles is approximately 195g, with each truffle cube weighing around 11g. The chocolate prices range between RM30-RM35, which is rather affordable considering how each product is not mass produced, but rather handmade.
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The process for these signature soft, “nama”-style chocolate truffles is a six-step one consisting of:-
1. Preparation
2. Melting down the chocolate couvertures
3. Infusing the cream

4. Folding the cream
5. Moulding and setting
6. Hand-cutting and packing
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The lean team of 2 has come a long way since their early days when they managed to sell 24 boxes of chocolates in 6 hours, despite slow traffic. In fact, that was all they needed to convince them that there is demand for their chocolates.
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Michael shared with Discover KL how they try to come up with a new flavour with a local twist every 2 months. “Come January, you can expect a more regular new flavour release schedule. Maybe a Teh Tarik/Ais variant soon?” he said.
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The Cocoraw team has worked with the likes of MilkCow, Michelangelo’s & Bru Café, Kingstreet Café and PickAPekoe in the past, and for their upcoming project, Cocoraw will be partnering with Kingstreet Café once again.
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They will be taking part in the Winter Fest 2016 event at Midvalley Exhibition Centre from December 16-26. “What we have on offer are hot chocolate dippers, chocolate bars, hot chocolate mix, bottled iced chocolate, chocolate truffles and various Christmas gifts such as little hot cocoa mix in mason jars, Nutella hot cocoa baubles and mini-hampers.”
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The Cocoraw team will be setting up their station at booth 361, Hall 3 on the day of the event so if this article has got you salivating, just drop by their booth and taste their chocolate for yourself!
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【STARBUCKS】新店开张优惠：买一送一， 30%折扣，还有免费甜甜圈赠送！

太好啦，Starbucks 开新分行在Petaling Jaya咯！
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只要购买指定的Frappucino饮料，你就可以获得买一送一的优惠。指定饮料包括：Lemon Yogurt Frappucino, Green Tea Yogurt 和 Red Ribbon Yogurt Frappucino。

日期：2017年1月11日-12日 （5pm- 8pm）
地址：只限新分行 PJ8, Jalan Barat, Petaling Jaya
周边产品享有30%折扣

只要购买任何一个Grand Size饮料，你就可以享有30%折扣购买星巴克的周边产品。
日期：即日起至 2017年2月11日
地址：只限新分行 PJ8, Jalan Barat, Petaling Jaya
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地址：只限新分行 PJ8, Jalan Barat, Petaling Jaya
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This Is KL's First Satay Concept Restaurant—Enjoy Satay Porridge, Burgers & More

Remember when the craze for nasi lemak-everything hit KL? Everywhere you looked, people were recreating the classic nasi lemak dish, turning it into cheesecakes, burgers and more.
Then, there’s the craze for concept restaurants, where variations of a certain dish/ingredient are offered at an eatery. Well, that craze is back and the next Malaysian dish to hop on this trend bandwagon is the humble satay.

If you figured that satay’s great as it is when it’s coupled with nasi impit, onions, cucumbers and kuah kacang, you’ve obviously never been to the satay restaurant in Seri Kembangan.

At Satay Farm, you’ll find every possible meal served with satay. Some of the dishes offered here at Satay Farm include:

Satay with Salsa & Chips
Satay with Roast Vegetables
Satay with Mozarella Cheese
Spaghetti Satay
Satay Wrap
Satay Cheese Baked Rice
Satay Bento
Satay Porridge
Satay Salad
Satay Rice Burger
Fried Satay Sandwich

Of course, with the wide array of satay dishes offered, Satay Farm also has the Original Satay on the menu. After you’re done enjoying your satay dishes, you can quench your thirst with some lemonade made in-house.

If you’re a fan of satay or if you’d wish to get in on the hype of classic Malaysian dish recreations, why not pay this satay concept restaurant in Seri Kembangan a visit because this is one restaurant that’ll definitely “sate” your appetite. ?
Satay Farm
Hours: Tuesday-Friday: 12pm-3pm, 6pm-10pm, Saturday-Sunday: 12pm-12am. Closed on Mondays.
Address: 43G, Olive Hill Business Park, Jalan BS1/2 Seksyen 1, Seri Kembangan
Website: Satay Farm
Tel: 03-8938 9663
All Image Credit: Satay Farm


[GIVEAWAY] Zouk Genting's Epic NYE Party Is Where You'd Want To Ring In 2019

Who’s ready to party it up 6,000 feet above sea level?
Resorts World Genting is set to launch Zouk Genting on December 31st with an epic New Year’s Eve party you won’t forget.
Comprising of 2 clubs, 3 entertainment establishments and a restaurant, the brand new club can house up to 1,500 guests in total.
Equal in size to Zouk Singapore, which also has an 8,000 square feet space, the space will be a showcase for urban art too.

In fact, the space is decorated by talented artists all across the Southeast Asian region, and it will include a series of neon graffiti-inspired murals featuring Zouk’s mascots.
Where Zouk Singapore has hosted the likes of EDM powerhouses like Tiesto, Armin Van Bueren, Marshmello, Zedd and Hardwell, Zouk Genting is set to do the same, starting with Zouk Singapore’s very own DJ Che Molly.
Set to be more than just a dance floor, the Zouk Genting stage will showcase live performances and acrobatic aerialists while accompanied by the state-of-the-art The Void sound system.
Zouk Genting is open from 11pm-5am on Fridays-Saturdays with its first party ever this New Year’s Eve.
Question is, are you ready to let loose?
Image Credit: Zouk Genting
[GIVEAWAY]
DiscoverKL has partnered with Zouk Genting to give away 5 pairs of tickets to 5 lucky winners. Winners will be among the first few to party it up at Zouk Genting on New Year’s Eve 2018. All you’ll have to do is:
1. Like the DiscoverKL Facebook page.
2. Tag a friend that you’d like to bring along with you to the NYE party at Zouk Genting.
3. Share this article with the caption #DKLxZoukGenting and tell us why you should be one of the lucky winners.
* Winners will be announced on the DiscoverKL Facebook page on December 27, 2018.
* Winners will earn an entry ticket (worth RM50) and one complimentary drink.
Feature Image Credit: Zouk Genting


How Much You'll Need To "Tai Tai" It Up At KL's Top Luxury Hotel Suites

To escape the grind of the daily work, many of us fantasise of having a good getaway, where we can lounge in an expensive bed and be waited on hand and foot.
To help fuel your imagination, these sexy suites are built to exude luxury, down to the carpet you’ll be treading on. And with that comes a price tag to match.
If they do entice you though, here’s how much you’ll have to shell out and what luxury facilities and amenities you can look forward to.
1. Royal Suite @ PARKROYAL Hotel
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PARKROYAL Hotel, under the Pan Pacific Hotels Group is owned by the Singapore-listed UOL Group Limited and is one of Asia’s most celebrated hotel chains.
Staying true to their commitment of being a brand which respects the environment, PARKROYAL Hotel is adamant about not serving shark fin and shark products at their hotel and this initiative begun as of January 1, 2018. All plastic straws have also been removed from their Asian fleet of hotels, resorts and serviced suites.

If you’re planning to stay at the exclusive Royal Suite, it comes equipped with a his-and-hers vanity area, a kitchenette and dining area.
Guests at the Royal Suite will also be entitled to the Orchid Club Lounge privileges like pressing and laundry services as well as complimentary evening cocktails and canapés from 6pm-8pm, daily.
How Much: Prices start from RM2,860.
2. Impiana Suite @ Impiana KLCC
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Smack dab in the heart of KL is the Impiana Suite by Impiana KLCC. Unlike other hotels, this gives you a chance to stay in a suite facing the majestic KLCC building. The Impiana brand is present in several locations throughout Southeast Asia, namely Thailand and Indonesia.
They are also one of the few hotel brands in KL which has a floor exclusively for ladies, called the Orchid Floor. The Orchid Floor houses 10 deluxe rooms with a myriad of amenities catering to women, including a standing magnifying mirror, ladies’ emergency kit and bath salts.
The swanky Impiana Suite room, on the other hand, is able to accommodate a small family of 4, with their king-sized bed and twin beds.
We would imagine the Impiana Suite to be ideal for parents who are away on a KL business trip but are still looking for a place where the entire family can bond together without even having to leave the room. After all, that’s what their 24-hour in-room dining service is for.
How Much: Prices start from RM3,158.
3. Club Suite @ Mandarin Oriental Kuala Lumpur
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When it comes to unparalleled luxury hotel experiences, Mandarin Oriental Kuala Lumpur is definitely one of the names thrown out there and with good reason too.
Few brands do it like Mandarin Oriental does: wellness is at the top of their priority and they intend to make their guests’ stay one which is pampering and rejuvenating.
Mandarin Oriental’s spas are stocked with their signature product line which has been developed by their Aromatherapy Associates. They even have therapies developed by their Traditional Chinese Medicine specialists with specialised acupuncture treatments like Zu San Li (pressure points for the knee) and Yin Tang (pressure points for the forehead).
When you’re not busy having a massage at the spa, spend the day lounging in their Club Suite. One of the major pluses about staying at this suite is its stunning view of the Petronas Twin Towers at the dining room.
Ordering room service is a must and if you’re planning to go all out, might we suggest having The Champagne Indulgence set (priced at RM698), which is a 7-course meal finished off with a bottle of Moët & Chandon Brut Champagne.
How Much: Prices start from RM5,800.
4. Penthouse @ Hilton KL
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Hilton is an award-winning hotel brand with its most recent accolade being the 2018 Best Luxury Hotel in Malaysia & Best Lifestyle Hotel in Malaysia, as awarded by the prestigious Haute Grandeur Global Hotel Awards.
Awards aside, what makes Hilton KL memorable is its hospitality. With hotel staff speaking 10 different languages including French and Arabic, they help a wider group of guests feel right at home.
The Penthouse Suite is one of the larger ones on the list, at 250 square metres. To put this into perspective, some of the swankier condominium units in KL are smaller than that! It makes sense then that the suite has several different spaces including a kitchenette and executive lounge.
Other cool perks include an in-room jetted tub (essentially a jacuzzi) and 2 large LED TVs—ideal if your partner constantly hogs the TV remote.
How Much: Prices start from RM6,632.
5. Imperial Suite @ Grand Millennium KL
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Grand Millennium KL is located in the Golden Triangle area in KL and is a stone’s throw away from some of the city’s best shopping malls including Pavillion KL, Starhill Gallery and Fahrenheit88.
The hotel is home to 468 spacious guestrooms including 16 suites and is present in 24 countries worldwide, with Iraq being one of them.
The Imperial Suite has premium written all over it, with gold-coloured furniture and carpeting.
Guests at the Imperial Suite will also gain access to Grand Millennium KL’s exclusive Club Lounge as well as enjoy a personal butler’s undivided attention.
How Much: Prices start from RM8,883.35.
6. Presidential Suite @ InterContinental Hotel
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The InterContinental brand has been around for over 7 decades and they prides themselves for being one of the pioneers in the line of luxury hotels.
Amidst all the luxury though, this is a brand which cares about Mother Earth. They operate by the Green Engage system which enables their hotels and resorts to reduce energy consumption by up to 25%.
At InterContinental’s Presidential Suite, you’ll be able to experience 168 square metres of luxury. Stride into the marble bathroom and dip yourself into their jacuzzi.
And after you’re done pampering yourself, get dressed in their spacious walk-in wardrobe and make yourself breakfast from the kitchen.
A stay at InterContinental Hotel’s Presidential Suite is suited for those who are particular about staying in a hotel which is conscious about the environment and you can do that without skimping on the premium experience.
How Much: Prices start from RM9,800.
7. Banyan Tree Suite @ Banyan Tree Hotel KL
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From its first hotel launch in 1994, Banyan Tree Hotel KL has come a long way, having recently celebrated their 25th anniversary. The brand prides themselves on their “Best Price Guarantee” policy.
This essentially means that if you were to find a lower rate published on an external hotel booking site, Banyan Tree Hotel KL will not only match it, but guests will also enjoy additional room credits worth 10% of the lower qualifying room rate.
The Banyan Tree Suite is a split-level duplex unit featuring glass-to-ceiling windows. Guests will then have the chance to soak in bathtubs with a view looking out to the Petronas Twin Towers. And once they are done, they can head over to the private vanity counter area to get ready.
The shower area is also equipped with chromotherapy (light therapy) in which colours change whilst you’re taking a shower. Aside from it being a cool light show while you’re washing away the stresses of the day, it also aids in influencing one’s emotions and in restoring any imbalances in the body.
How Much: Prices start from RM18,980.
8. Presidential Suite @ Four Seasons KL
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Isadore Sharp, Four Seasons’ founder and chairman once shared of the brand, “There was no vision, there was no grand dream—but there has always been a consistent thread and it propels us forward today, as we continue to grow globally, and that’s service.”
And service + hospitality is what you’ll get at Four Seasons.
They are the brand behind extraordinary experiences paired with one’s stay. That includes luxury private jet experiences and farm-to-table meals at some of their resorts.
Back at the Four Seasons KL, there might be no jet in sight but you’ll be experiencing top-class service including hypoallergenic bedding, an evening turndown service and evening cocktails.
How Much: Prices start from RM18,020.
9. Presidential Suite @ Grand Hyatt KL
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With 53 hotels worldwide, Grand Hyatt might not be the hotel brand with the most global presence but they make up for it by being excellent in one area in particular: being the ideal accommodation for business travellers.
The Hyatt brand is the winner of the Best Business Hotel Brand in 2017, as awarded by Business Traveller.
Grand Hyatt’s Presidential Suite lives up to that accolade with a private study room and access to the fully-equipped meeting room for intimate business meetings and conferences.
When guests are not busy slaving off at work, they can enjoy the suite’s king-sized bed, view of the Petronas Twin Towers and 3 large LED TVs along with a personal butler service.
How Much: Prices start from RM29,373.
Feature Image Credit: Grand Hyatt KL


It's Official: Pablo Cheesetart Has Permanently Shut Down All Of Its M'sian Outlets

If you’ve been to 1Utama recently, you might’ve noticed that the famed Pablo Cheesetart outlet has shut down.
When we rang 1Utama’s front desk, their sources confirmed that Pablo Cheesetart has indeed closed down their 1 Utama outlet permanently.
As Pablo Cheesetart only has 2 outlets in Malaysia—the 2nd Putrajaya outlet has closed down as well—there are no remaining Pablo outlets in Malaysia as of now.
Many Malaysians would be familiar with Pablo Cheesetart’s melt-in-the-mouth tarts that are indulgent in every sense of the word.
The brand, which originated from Japan, entered Malaysian shores 2 years ago and though we can no longer get the ooey gooey tarts in Malaysia, at least we can say that we’ve had the chance to try ’em.
Pablo Cheesetart has also since removed its Facebook page, and calls to its hotline number goes straight to voicemail, stating that all incoming calls to the number has been banned.
Though Pablo Cheesetart’s social media channels are still present, they are no longer active and the last postings were in May.
Are you sad that Pablo Cheesetart is no longer available? Let us know in the Facebook comment section below!
Feature Image Credit: anakjajan


You Won't Find Any Cashiers At M'sia's First Self-Service Convenience Store!

2018 is a new year and a year for new things—that includes new concepts in Malaysia.
If you have visited SS15 in the recent weeks, you might have noticed a small, purple establishment taking up half the size of a normal shoplot facing what used to be Asia Café—rest in peace, Asia Café.
Inside, there are rows and rows of vending machines, stocked up with products and items that are not usually seen in typical convenience stores.
And you won’t find any cashiers here whatsoever.

That store is the Irispay E-Concept Store, the first ever self service convenience store in Malaysia.
Image Credit: Irispay Facebook
The Irispay E-Concept is cashier-less, counter-less, and payments are done online, so you don’t even need to bring cash!
While E-Concept stores have become quite common in Japan, Hong Kong, China, and Taiwan, it is still a new and never-before-seen concept locally, hence the company is treading pretty lightly to make it a success.
Irispay is following in the footsteps of Amazon and Alibaba—the two granddaddies of online commerce and transactions.
Payment at Iris E-Concept Store can be done via Irispay (you would require an app which acts as an e-wallet to enable you to make payment), Visa Card, Master Card, Union Pay, and Ali Pay.
Image Credit: Lowyat Forum
Currently, there are eight vending machines in the store, all holding highly sought after products from Japan, Korea, Taiwan, Hong Kong, China, and of course, Malaysia.
(Also, you don’t have to be concerned about feeling embarrassed when you purchase condoms because no one’s watching!)
Image Credit: Irispay
Due to the fact that they don’t have to worry about labour costs and other miscellaneous matters that come with a manned convenience store, this convenience store runs all day everyday, so you can go there any time you want.

How the Irispay app works
Featured Image Credit: Irispay


[GIVEAWAY] 6 Crazy Things M'sians Have Done To Get OneRepublic Tickets

In case you missed it, OneRepublic is slated to play an upcoming show in KL. April 25th’s the date to remember and Stadium Merdeka’s the location of choice for the band’s latest show in Malaysia.
Known for songs like Apologize, Stop And Stare, All I Need and Counting Stars, OneRepublic is including Malaysia as one of the stops in the Asian leg of their world tour.

Tickets for the show officially went on sale on February 23 and it was only a matter of days before the CAT4 category was completely sold out!
If you were one of the folks trying your best to score yourself some OneRepublic passes, you would probably be able to relate to these 6 absolutely crazy things that Malaysians would do just for a chance to watch the band perform in concert on April 25:
1. You constantly refreshed the ticketing page.

You’ve got only one tab open and you’re constantly refreshing it with hopes that there will be tickets on sale at your preferred seating zone. Problem is, just about every other OneRepublic fan in Malaysia is doing the exact same thing. It’s a classic game of Hunger Games but you won’t go down without a fight.

2. You went through your emergency cash stash to pay for tickets.

Everyone’s got an emergency cash stash, whether that may be a little coin box or a piggy bank. Still, you would gladly break into it just to pay for the concert tickets to watch OneRepublic. After all, you’ll know that it’s completely worth it when you can gaze into Ryan Tedder’s eyes and literally Stop And Stare as he sings you the iconic song.
3. You scoured the internet for people who are letting their tickets go.

Chances are, there are those who have purchased their tickets in a hurry and have only found out later on that they are unable to make it. You’ll find these people letting their tickets go on social media channels like Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. And you’d find yourself jumping into the comment section as a last resort because even if they chose to hike prices up or you would get the least favourable seating arrangement, at the very least, you’ll have the chance to watch guitarist Zach Filkins strumming away.
4. You participated in a singing competition.

WGW Entertainment recently hosted a OneRepublic singing competition called HUNTING FOR NEW VOICES. You were likely one of the contestants in the lineup because even if singing isn’t your strongest suit, you’d do just about anything to score the tickets (and the cash prize).
5. You applied for an emergency leave just to line up and buy tickets.

The much coveted-for OneRepublic tickets officially went on sale in the final week of February and needless to say, it was quickly snapped up. In fact, tickets for CAT 4 are officially sold out and VIP tickets are selling fast. After countless times of refreshing the ticketing page, you’ve officially given up and opted to purchase the tickets in person instead. There are several places that offer walk-in purchases, including selected Speedy outlets, The School by Jaya One and Quill City Mall KL. You’ve likely applied for an emergency leave (yes, this is an emergency :P) just to get in line to buy the tickets.
6. You took part in contest giveaways.

Giveaways, ahh. What’s there not to like? Even though you’ve gotta fight it out against other hardcore OneRepublic fans, just the thought of being one of the lucky contest winners is enough to motivate you to slide your entry into the comment section of the contest giveaway.
In fact, DiscoverKL recently hosted a Facebook giveaway where fans battled it out for a chance to score passes to the long-awaited for concert in KL.
And guess what? With the overwhelming response, we’ve decided to give away 5 MORE pairs of Rock Zone tickets for you to stand a chance to catch OneRepublic live in KL!
So, if you’re afraid that your contest entry will get drowned by the comments of hardcore OneRepublic fans, you can take part in this giveaway—or better still, maximise your chances of winning by posting a contest entry on both of the OneRepublic concert ticket giveaways on DiscoverKL.
Here’s how you can be one of the 5 lucky winners to score a pair of exclusive passes:
[GIVEAWAY]
1. Like the DiscoverKL Facebook page.
2. Like this post on Facebook.
3. Tag a friend and tell us why we should pick you and a friend (the more convincing your answer is, the better your chances of being picked! :P)
4. Share this post and remember to set it on public.
The 5 lucky winners will be announced on April 19, 12pm, so do keep an eye out for our official announcement on the DiscoverKL Facebook page!


Nothing Beats This Luxury Homestay With Its Own Arcade Room, Pool & Igloo Dome

An arcade room is not your run-of-the-mill facility at a homestay, much less one with a hacked arcade machine which no longer requires a steady feeding of game tokens.
As someone who has never had the privilege of spending more than a few tokens in an arcade machine at any given time, this is pure bliss.
During our recent stay at IO Home, I realised that it resembles a dream house that kids used to draw in their sketchbook with crayons.

An arcade room with dancing disco lights, check.

A reversible snooker table which reveals an air hockey table on the flip side, check.

Endless arcade games you’d gladly waste your life away on, check.
Essentially, it’s built by an adult with childhood dreams he couldn’t forgo—and thankfully so.
IO Home founder, Joewel, noted, “When I was younger, I always enjoyed playing arcade games like Metal Slug so having an arcade room is my own personal dream come true.”
The 3-storey house is located in Rawang and is only 10 minutes away from the town of Rawang.

While the neighbourhood is lined with identical houses like the unit we stayed in, what immediately sets IO Home apart from the rest is its unique glasshouse concept.
Joewel shared that the home has been refurbished to have the IG-worthy appearance it has today.

The garden igloo dome (decked with fairy lights) and the home’s glasshouse concept are the first few things you notice upon entering the home.

Sure, some might argue that the glasshouse concept would be redundant, save for aesthetics, in a warm and humid country like Malaysia.
But in a holiday home, aesthetics are a huge aspect and could even be the deciding factor.
IO Home’s aesthetics stretch beyond just the glasshouse concept.

Wicker swings, a pool decked with a life-sized unicorn float and the general lounge area scored points on the beauty scale too.

But beauty aside, the Rawang homestay is practical and made with homebodies in mind (yes, you might not even want to leave the home).

Alongside the arcade room (which is arguably the coolest aspect of the home), an XBox 360, card and board games are also available at IO Home and you can easily spend hours playing them—like we did.
There are games which cater to young’uns such as Tic Tac Toe and Pirate Barrel. And then there are games for larger groups like the UNO deck and Monopoly.

But as cool as the home is indoors, we chilled outdoors (usually by the pool) most of the time.
Regardless of whether you swim or not, a dip in the pool is a must.
With a pool overlooking the mountains, chilling poolside is a to-do when staying at IO Home. And the best time to head for a swim is during the evening or early in the morning.
Alternatively, if you’re an adrenaline junkie, these are also ideal times for a hike.

We woke up early solely for the purpose of hiking up Kanching Falls and at 7am, there was hardly a soul.
Due to it having rained the evening before, hiking past Level 4 would be far too risky and we decided it won’t be wise to hike past that point.
If you’re planning to hike up Kanching Falls, do note that the hike is made up of 7 levels—the first 4 levels comprise of stairs and will take an average hiker 20-30 minutes to ascend. The stairs end here and it will take you an additional 30 minutes to reach the peak.
Joewel also warned us of the monkeys, and boy were there plenty but for the most part, they were friendly and did not approach any of the hikers.

After our hike, we made breakfast in the kitchen which is already pretty well-equipped. We only needed to bring along our own ingredients as the house is already well-equipped with all the cooking essentials.
Joewel was beyond accommodating while we were planning for our staycation. When asked if there was a toaster in the home, he sadly shared that there wasn’t any, but quickly went out to purchase it for our use and for future IO Home guests.

On top of that, upon learning that our group consisted of 17 pax and there were only enough beds to comfortably sleep 15 people, Joewel arranged for 2 extra mattresses, along with additional blankets.
There are 4 rooms in total:

Room 1: 4 single-sized beds

Room 2: 1 queen-sized bed

Room 3: 1 queen-sized bed + 1 king-sized bed

Room 4: 2 queen-sized beds

Joewel shared that the bedding at IO Home is of a 5-star hotel quality, and this includes all the linen, bed sheets, pillows and mattresses. The rooms also come with an en suite bathroom and a rain shower. There’s also an additional bathroom in the arcade room.

While plenty of glass house homestays are often times branded as party houses, what sets IO Home apart is how family-friendly it is (without sacrificing on the fun aspect).

Catering to homebodies, the home is well-equipped with all the necessities, so much so that we didn’t even feel the need to leave the place. After all, we also brought along ingredients for cooking.

Ideal for groups of 17 pax and below, one night at this homestay is priced at RM1,600. That’s an average of under RM100 person, per night. Frankly, that’s a pretty decent price for a luxury homestay. And you can play Metal Slug all night long too if you wish. Win.

If you’re looking to book a group staycation at IO Home, click here. (But even if you’re not, click for major home envy). 😛
IO Home
Website: IO Home
Tel: 014-679 0636


Yuna Puts M'sia On The Map Again With A Huge Billboard Feature In New York Times Square

Kedah-born singer-songwriter, Yuna who collaborated with Usher in one of her songs, Crush, is Malaysia’s sweetheart. Even with her touring around America to promote her music, she manages to put our country on the map once more. This time, she is featured on a huge New York Times Square billboard.
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As of now, Yuna’s face is featured on a NASDAQ billboard, which is essentially a billboard that features new artistes every month. This month, it’s Yuna’s turn. She had excitedly tweeted out her joy when she was featured.
She shared: “Your Kedah-born girl just went up on the @NASDAQ billboard in Times Square New York today.”

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Now, everyone who passes by the Times Square in New York would see this billboard of Yuna and those who do not know her might just be curious and google up who this musician is. Certainly, Yuna has put Malaysia on the map and is continually making our country proud, regardless of where her music takes her. Without a doubt, she’s taking the world by storm, one billboard at a time.
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DaYung's Tea 大苑子入驻KL拉！台湾超夯の梦幻渐层果汁你Try了吗？

你听过大苑子吗？大苑子DaYung’s Tea 可是台湾时下最夯的渐层果汁饮料哦！在台湾更是拥有多达240间分行, 广受台湾年轻人的喜爱~
而它现在已经入驻雪隆区拉，大家有口福可以品尝到这来自台湾的新鲜健康果汁咯！三家分行分别在在Sunway Putra Mall，Paradigm Mall，和Sunway Pyramid。

DaYung’s Tea只采用最新鲜的本地水果，绝对不用浓缩果汁，让大家可以品尝到最健康最原汁原味的果饮。所有果汁都是现点现榨的，一瓶有两种水果，而且店家还规定顾客必须在两小时内饮用完毕。因为新鲜果汁含有丰富的维生素，如搁置两个小时后，营养素容易被空气氧化而降低并影响口感。
DaYung’s Tea也有各种口味供顾客选择，价钱也很合理，一瓶纯果汁才大概RM13++。其中最受欢迎的是 Ruby Crown宝石皇冠。招牌果汁Dayung’s Fresh Fruit Tea 和 必试的Mango Smoothies。

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果汁由于加入不同水果，还会产生渐层缤纷颜色的效果，看起来非常吸引人！不仅健康，喝起来也令人心情变好～❤???
Dayung’s Fresh Fruit Tea是使用红苹果，青苹果和小番等等，酸酸甜甜的，超开胃！而且还可以品尝到细腻的果肉，多喝可以帮助养颜排毒呢！???
芒果控的朋友们就一定要试试他们的Mango Smoothies拉！他们的芒果冰沙??味道很浓郁绵密，还有新鲜的芒果肉，口味香甜非常解渴。
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如果你想要分别品尝到两种口味，那就别摇晃瓶子直接饮用。如果你想喝到两种mixed口味，那就喝前摇一摇让两种果味混匀，味道也一样非常好喝喔！早上喝一瓶就会非常有饱足感了，想瘦身的朋友一定要多喝这种健康果汁，感觉整个人都健康了起来~
这么健康又好喝的果饮，你怎么可以错过呢？根本就是避暑最佳饮品耶～??
好消息！只要你在10月29日- 11月6日期间购买两瓶【宝石皇冠 Ruby Crown】就只需付RM19 ！原价是一瓶RM13~是不是超值得呢？！
Sunway Pyramid
营业时间：Mon – Sun：10am – 10pm
联络号码：03-5879 8675
地址：LG2.K.11 Dayungs Tea, Sunway Pyramid, No 3 Jalan PJS 11/15 46150 Petaling Jaya, Selangor.
Sunway Putra Mall
营业时间：Mon – Sun：10am – 10pm
联络号码：03-4050 3608
地址：Lot 4-45, Sunway Putra Mall,
Jalan Putra, 50350 Kuala Lumpur.
Paradigm Mall
营业时间：Mon – Sun：10am – 10pm
联络号码：03-7887 5259
地址：LG 16, Lower Ground Floor Paradigm Mall, No.1 Jalan SS7/26A, Kelana Jaya, 47301 Petaling Jaya.


COCA Restaurant Review: Quinoa With Scallops, Deconstructed Ox Tongue & More!

The DiscoverKL team was recently invited to witness the launch of COCA Restaurant in Bangsar, a family owned Thai-Chinese fusion concept restaurant in Bangsar Shopping Center.
The evening was hosted by the ever-modest Chef Pitaya Phanphensophon who – through his lack of professional culinary training – prefers to be known as “a damn good cook” rather than a “chef”, and he certainly lives up to his title.
A warm welcome by the staff allowed me to instantly settle in to the tastefully designed interior, with a floor to ceiling window offering you a view of the trendy Bangsar area. The venue is subtly partitioned into different dining areas, including a private booth for special occasions. Along with the luxury chairs and classy design, each table features induction cookers to accommodate the signature hotpot dishes. I was kindly offered a choice of wines, juices and tea. Naturally, I opted for a Chardonnay, which ended up being a great pairing for my first course.
After hearing the heartfelt story of their early years, new owners Jannio Shun and Elizabeth Thea Lee invited Chef (although he would insist on ‘Cook’) Pitaya to begin his demonstration.

We started with the Yum Quinoa with Prawn & Scallop (Yum Talay Quinoa), which was a perfect aperitif; zingy lime working with modestly-spiced quinoa to compliment the umami flavours from the gently cooked prawn and scallop. These soft, light flavours were a breath of fresh air after a long day in Malaysian heat.

To follow, we had the Deconstructed Ox Tongue rested on a bed of butter beans with a wanton base. The ox’s 180-day aged flavours really shone through, with the Shu Hao reduction doing all the legwork in keeping the predominantly savoury dish balanced, hinting at dark fruit notes and working with the buttery sweetness of the beans. It was at this point that I ordered a glass of Merlot, which helped couple the flavours together even more with its light finish.

Now for the intriguing Black Jasmine Rice. Chef Pitaya joyfully explained to us the health benefits of his organic ingredients, highlighting the rarity of this delicate rice and his high-school obsession with cooking the foods from his hometown; Surawong, Thailand.
As we were tucking in to the crispy skinned rice with the extremely spicy and slightly sour chilli sauce, I noticed that the chicken had a tougher texture than you would normally expect, Chef Pitaya explained that this was due to the age of the chickens, we were eating the organically farmed older chickens, the way his family has been doing for sixty-one years, instead of the mass-produced younger chicken you’d find elsewhere. Chef Pittaya rightfully summarised by challenging fast food outlets with a simple statement:
“Chicken doesn’t come in boneless, it only comes in chicken! It has to run around all day, it couldn’t do that if it didn’t have bones”.
If you haven’t already guessed, the honest and humble relationship with tradition is fundamental in the concept of COCA’s food.

Now for the highly anticipated favourite – Hotpot. We were taken aback by the care and attention in the preparation of the hot-pot dishes. The suki sauce was a flavourful accompaniment to the crab meat dumplings and fresh vegetables, this truly was a well crafted hot-pot.

Lastly, although we thought we couldn’t possibly eat more, we were served a huge Thai twist on ais kacang with marshmallows alongside cakoi with condensed milk for dipping. I felt that although these desserts are tried and tested favourites, they seemed fairly unflattering and out-of-place in this delicately contrived menu.
Nevertheless, the desserts were gone in seconds and we were offered champagne to wrap up a truly fantastic evening of good, healthy, intelligently crafted food.
COCA Restaurant
Hours: 11am-3pm, 6pm-11pm, daily
Address: TK1, Level 3, Bangsar Shopping Centre, Kuala Lumpur
Website: COCA Restaurant
Tel: 03-20113575


Get Your Hands On Some Pretty Ombré Drinks At This Cat-Themed Café In Shah Alam

Whether it’s the rainbow pastry trend or the raindrop cake hype, plenty of cafés offering unique foods have sprouted within Klang Valley in the past couple of months. One new food trend to try out is the ombre milk tea drink from NALA’s Dessert House. It is located within the Shah Alam Glenmarie area and they’re in fact a stone’s throw away from KDU University & College so KDU peeps, rejoice!

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This cat-themed café offers an ombre milk tea drink series called Dreamy and the only catch is that the drink is available for a limited time only. So how long does one have to try this drink out? Nobody knows! And that’s the mystery behind this ombre drink.
The drinks consist of flavours like Pink Ocean (Cranberry Milk), Blue Moon (Milk Green Tea with Pearls), Purple Dream (Passion Fruit Green Tea) and The Sunset (Honey Lemon).
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If ombre drinks aren’t really something up your alley, you could opt for some red bean smoothies with a scoop of green tea ice cream instead. One thing’s for sure, this eatery serves mouth-watering fusion cuisine and on top of their milk tea drinks, you can also have Ais Kacang with Soft Serve on top, and waffles made using cake batter.
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With the scorching heat in Malaysia, it’s definitely worth the trip to get your hands on these unique desserts, especially the ombre drinks.
Nala’s Dessert House
Hours: Daily, 10am-10pm
Address: Utropolis Marketplace, Seksyen U1, Jalan Kontraktor U1/14, Shah Alam
Website: Nala’s Dessert House
Feature Image Credit: Nala’s Dessert House & @adrianjohnnyt


槟城最新必去景点！65层楼高的天空步道你敢挑战吗？！

现在槟城多了一个必去景点！最近槟城新建成的大楼Komtar，除了有“天空步道”Penang Rainbow Skywalk，还有各种室内主题乐园让你玩翻天！Komtar大楼是继吉隆坡KL Tower Sky Box之后另一个看城市美景的好去处，68层楼高的高度让你可以一览无余地俯视槟城的无敌美景。
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这座槟城最高楼坐落于乔治市的中心，而第65层的Rainbow天空走道和The Observatory Deck为大楼最大的亮点！透明的天空步道，让你欣赏美景之余，还能体验仿佛在空中行走般的刺激感！

Jurassic Research Center也是非常值得一去的。在那里你可以参观栩栩如生的恐龙展，非常有趣！如果你觉得这样还不够的话，你还可以到7D Discovery Motion Theatre去观赏听觉、视觉、嗅觉、触觉效果和动感十足的电影哦！除此之外，Komtar还设有海洋世界、彩色美食街和Tech Dome 科学馆等等。
Komtar主题乐园的大人票价为RM65，儿童票价为RM48。他们也推出了要价RM168的家庭配套（两位大人、一位小孩）和RM250的团体配套（四位大人）。
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A Cirque-Du-Soleil-Style Circus Is Coming To Town—Hoops, Fire & Acrobatics Galore!

The word ‘circus’ has long been associated with creepy clowns, fun rides and animal performers. However, if you are a big advocate against animal abuse when they are used as circus performers, and prefer the likes of circus meets Cirque Du Soleil, then the Rendezvous: A Modern Circus Arts Show is made with you in mind.
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The show, which is absolutely free of charge, will be presented by Psycusix, Malaysia’s leading modern and contemporary circus performing group. The group will be performing this Saturday, November 12, at Publika.
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The show will be a chance for the audience to enjoy a circus which has no shortage on the theatrical department. Expect a fusion of dance, theatre and circus arts all rolled into one to put forth a show which tells the story of a beautiful future within a monotonous society. The show will showcase the performers featuring various acts including juggling, acrobatics, aerial arts, fire arts and dance.
The international acts that will be performing are Dai Zaobab from Japan, Marvin Ong from the US, Legato Visual Performing Arts from the Philippines and Ehrlich “Firechill” Ocampo from the Philippines.
Image Credit: Rendezvous
This event is in collaboration with Persatuan Seni Sarkas Moden, an association that aims to bring forth the circus arts movement to the local community. If you were transfixed by the performance, you’d be glad to know that there would be free workshops offered to the public the day after (November 13), from 3-7pm at the same venue. Learn some basic moves from the pros and you could even flaunt some of them at your next family dinner!
Rendezvous: A Modern Circus Arts Show
When: 8pm-10pm
Where: Black Box, Publika
Info: Psycusix
Feature Image Credit: YKTANG photography, Daniel Zetters


There’s A Dim Sum On-Demand Delivery Service In KL To Nix That Chinese Food Craving

Cravings certainly hit us at the worst of times. Imagine being stuck at work and craving for some piping hot dim sum right on your desk for lunchtime? Alternatively, some days you decide not to cook and prefer to order in instead. There are plenty of food delivery services in Malaysia but not many cater to specific Chinese hawker food. Hence if you’re craving for it, you would have to drive out to purchase it yourself. One food delivery that is able to help you out on that problem is EzyFood and their collaboration with Jen’s eatery.
Ezy Food is a food delivery provider which is able to pick up a variety of warm or even frozen dim sum and bao’s from Jen’s. That way, you can order warm dim sum’s if you’re planning to have it within the next few hours, or frozen ones if you prefer steaming it for the following day. Besides bao’s and dim sum’s, Jen’s also has drinks and even peanut butter on the menu! The service is available from 9am-8pm daily throughout Klang Valley.
The Discover KL team decided to try the service out and we were pleased to find out that the orders arrived within an hour.

The food arrived in 2 large brown bags and Jen’s also supplied us with plenty of condiments that we could add to our meals.

The siew mai was tender and it did not have much wrapping either which was great as we were eating mostly meat and not too much flour.

The loh mai kai on the other hand was slightly oily and the chicken within the glutinous rice did not have its bone removed, making it difficult to consume. However, other than that, it was filling and not too salty either.

The “dai bao” was large in size and it would definitely be enough as a standalone meal. There was too much dough for our overall liking but the filling itself made up for it, as it was soft and delicious!

Their pork and wholemeal buns are regular-sized and they’re delicious as well. It would make for a great tea-time snack and it’s also a good alternative if you’re craving for bao’s instead of dim sum.

To end our meal, we also had some refreshing drinks from Jen’s.

The flavours that we ordered were Black Soya Milk and Seacoconut Fungus Juice. These would definitely make for healthier options if you’re craving some bubble milk tea or Starbuck’s coffee.
Through Jen’s eatery’s collaboration with EzyFood, if you’re craving for some dim sum, bao or soya milk drinks, you’ll have the option of having the goods delivered to your doorstep. Currently, Jen’s is also having a promotion whereby if your order receipt exceeds RM35, the delivery charge will only be RM2. Orders above RM50 will only be RM1.
On top of that, orders above RM15 will get you ONE free drink, orders above Rm35 will get you TWO free drinks and orders above RM50 will get you THREE free drinks.
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Somersby Is Introducing New Exotic Flavours And One Of Them Is Durian?!

Update 3/4/2018: Surprise! Turns out it was all an April Fools joke but Somersby Malaysia promises that the vouchers are real. Read on to find out more.
We all know that Malaysia is a food heaven, so it’s only natural for food companies to have to work a little harder to stand out.
One result of this competition is the Nasi Lemak Lobster, which has gotten us drooling. Then there’s also the Milo Cheese Durian drink that is either a dream come true for some, or a terrible mistake for others.
Now, another brand has jumped on that train to tantalise our minds and tastebuds.

Somersby Malaysia will be introducing a range of exotic flavours soon, and looking at them, we have to say we’re intrigued.
Some of the flavours that have been hinted include the milky teh tarik, to oddballs like chilli flavour.
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Image Credit: Somersby
I guess if you’re a fan of spiciness, it could be a heaven-sent kick for you.
And of course, there is that quintessentially Malaysian flavour, durian, ready to add its distinct aroma to the crisp refreshing cider. It’s a potentially exciting hot and cold flavour.
Image Credit: Somersby
If you’re curious about trying them out for yourself, you can try your luck with Somersby Malaysia’s contest that’ll give you an early bird pass.
All you have to do is comment on their post here:
Screenshot from Somersby’s Facebook page.

Share your thoughts on the flavours, or let those suggestions for more unique flavours rain in the comments—and you might just win some vouchers. Also, who knows, you could possibly come up with the best cider combination of flavours to ever exist!
Editor’s Note: There’s been an update since we last wrote this, turns out it was an April Fool’s joke all along, haha! You can watch the reveal video here:
But if you’re a fan of the limited edition Somersby Sparkling Rosé, it’s now made available permanently!
You can find out more on Somersby Malaysia’s Facebook page here.

This article was written in collaboration with Somersby Malaysia.
Feature Image Credit: Compilation of Somersby and Francis Chung on Flickr


【本周必玩大全】27/02-05/03你不可错过的精彩活动！

本文为你精挑细选了本周9个最酷炫有趣的活动！想知道吉隆坡每周哪里有好玩的朋友，别忘了关注我们 Discover KL哦！Discover KL 每周一都会推出『本周必玩大全』，告诉你吉隆坡游山玩水的好去处！
1. K-Street Carnival
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韩流迷们，一场盛大的韩国嘉年华会K-Street Carnival即将在Mont Kiara Mall举行。这场嘉年华会将为期一个星期，你不但可以在那里找到你最喜欢的韩国小吃和零食，现场还有许多有趣的活动在等着你，例如K-Pop表演和韩国面具彩绘等等。
时间: February 28–March 5: 6pm–9pm
地点: 1 Mont Kiara Mall, 50480 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
更多详情，请浏览: K-Street Carnival

2. Tuesday Meng Thai Cycle Night Ride
Image Credit: Meng Thai Cycle Sdn Bhd
想要出门骑骑自行车，但天气过于炎热？那不如试试看『夜骑』吧！明晚就加入Meng Thai Cycle Night Ride，从Kota Kemuning骑到Bandar Botanic。夜骑不但不热，而且还可以看到和白天不一样的景色。有兴趣的朋友，这个活动是免费的，快带上你的自行车和安全帽，和志同道合的朋友一同夜骑去吧！
时间: February 28: 8:10pm – 10:30pm
地点: 11, Jalan Anggerik Vanilla P 31/P, 40460 Shah Alam, Malaysia
更多详情，请浏览: Tuesday: Meng Thai Cycle Night Ride
3. Pub Quiz Night
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The Sticky Wicket 酒吧即将在明晚举办一场机智问答比赛（trivia/quiz night）！除了赢家可以赢得一瓶酒，所有的参赛者也可以享有食物和饮料的折价优惠哦！
时间: February 28: 8:30pm – 11:00pm
地点: 34, Plaza Damansara, Jalan Medan Setia 2, Bukit Damansara, 50490 Kuala Lumpur
更多详情，请浏览: Pub Quiz Night
4. The Good Workshop Series: Secrets To A Healthy Weight
Image Credit: Petrosains – The Discovery Centre
想要健康减肥的朋友注意了！The Good Workshop将告诉你如何有效并健康地管理你的体重，为你打破一切减肥的迷思。此外，在这里你还可以学习到基本的卡路里计算方法和健康又美味的低卡路里料理哦！想要获得健美的身材，就不要错过这个工作坊啦！
时间: March 1: 6:30pm – 9pm
地点: Petronas Twin Towers, Level 4, Suria KLCC 50088 Kuala Lumpur
更多详情，请浏览: The Good Workshop Series: Secrets To A Healthy Weight
5. Activ Studio Booty Bar
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健身不但可以为你打造健康的身体和漂亮的体型，还可以让你的心灵得到放松。来自美国洛杉矶的健身教练Tracey Mallet将在这个星期四于BootyBarre为大家带来前所未有、结合了芭蕾、瑜伽和普拉提的健身课程，教你如何透过健身改善你的体态、柔软性和心血管耐力。
时间: March 2: 9:30am – 7:30pm
地点: 90A, Lorong Maarof Bangsar, Wilayah Persekutuan, 59000 Kuala Lumpur
更多详情，请浏览: Activ Studio Booty Bar
6. Candlelight Yoga To Wind Down At Gato Café
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这个礼拜三，Gato Café将举办一场瑜伽教室。放工后，不妨和朋友相约到那里做瑜伽吧！休息时间，大家还可以在咖啡厅里享用健康又美味的饮料和零食哦！
时间: March 1: 9:45pm – 10:45pm
地点: Unit 1-8, No.7, Jalan Kerinchi, Nexus, Level 1, Bangsar South, 59200 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
更多详情，请浏览: Candlelight Yoga To Wind Down At Gato Café
7. Write Club’s Meet Up
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你喜欢写作吗？如果是的话，这个星期三就到Write Club所举办的基本写作课程，与一班写作同好们分享的你作品和写作心得吧！
时间: March 1: 8pm–10pm
地点: 11, Jalan 20/13 Paramount Garden, 46300 Petaling Jaya, Malaysia
更多详情，请浏览: Write Club’s Meet-Up
8. How To Be Photogenic Workshop
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知名摄影师Mark Vong、Mega Music World和SCCA (Snips College of Creative Arts)所举办的How To Be Photogenic Workshop，将教你各种各样的创意拍摄技巧，喜欢摄影的朋友就别错过这活动啦！
时间: March 4, 8pm–9pm
地点: 187-3, 3rd Floor, Wisma TT, Jalan Lanchang, Taman Sri Bahtera, 56100 Cheras, Kuala Lumpur
更多详情，请浏览: How To Be Photogenic Workshop
9. Artist Talk: Taring Padi
Image Credit:Ilham Gallery
Taring Padi，一班在1998年，前印尼总统苏哈托下台后社会动荡期间聚集起来的地下艺术家，将于这个星期六来马与大家分享他们如何透过艺术，体现当时印尼人民所面对的社会、政治和经济问题。
时间: March 4: 3pm–5pm
地点: No. 8 Jalan Binjai, Off Persiaran KLCC, 50450 Kuala Lumpur
更多详情，请浏览: Artist Talk: Taring Padi
Feature Image Credit: The Star Online & Dance Pot


Deluxe Takeaway Bento with Nobu KL (November 2020)

This was a RM530+ meal, so you bet we hoped the food would look AND taste good, even from KL to Putrajaya where we were. These pics were taken with minimal rearranging/replating so we’d say they fared well!
Throughout CMCO, there’s a 30% discount on the total bill! If you’re within a 5km radius of Nobu Kuala Lumpur, delivery is free. To make an order, you can call 03-2164 5084 or WhatsApp 019-389 5085 from 12pm to 9pm daily.

Sushi & Sashimi Bento Set (RM95): This is all about freshness, and Nobu’s takeout version comes on top of ice packs, which kept everything nice and cool till you eat. The sashimi was pretty good, with firm flesh and non-overly fishy tastes. We most enjoyed the yellowtail! It’s a pretty palatable set, pricing is painful but then again it’s Nobu, so you know it’s gonna be premium.
Yellowtail Jalapeno (RM78): As a light fresh fish, this had a good sour tangy yuzu-soy sauce to accompany it, and a spicy jalapeno burst. Everything matches perfectly. This is one of Nobu’s signature dishes and a frequently ordered item.
The famous black cod miso on the left.
Black Cod Miso (RM170): We’re not surprised that Nobu is known globally for this, we’d order it again if we’re ever in Nobu. The sweetness of the miso complements the tender-firm flaky fish, it tasted great even when colder.
Dry Age Rib Eye (Medium Rare) (RM130): Dry-aged for 150 days, the 2 ends were a bit tough. The middle is nicer, more fat and flavour, and we also liked the complex flavours of the anticucho dipping sauce. Definitely a must to have it together.
The salmon avocado roll next to the yellowtail jalapeno.
Salmon Avocado Cut Roll (RM32): The salmon was good, but the texture was very one-note with the rice, salmon and avocado all just mushy together, leading to an uncomfortable pasty feeling in our mouth.
Nobu Cheesecake (RM45): Served with biscotti, a macaron and some fruits, this dessert will satisfy your cheesy cravings but to us, it’s not a must-try.
Chocolate Sata Andagi (RM30): These are deep fried dough balls filled with chocolate, and unfortunately, we do feel these are best eaten fresh. We were a little confused about the bed of pistachios it was sitting on, but we did enjoy snacking on them.
Nobu Kuala Lumpur
Website: https://www.noburestaurants.com/kuala-lumpur/home/
Address: Menara 3 Petronas, Persiaran KLCC, Kuala Lumpur City Centre, 50088 Kuala Lumpur


These 24 Roads In KL Are Expected To Be Closed On November 19 For Bersih 5.0

This November 19th, it marks the day of one of the biggest protest rallies in Malaysia. Bersih 5.0 is coming up and many are set to hit the streets. With this, some roads are expected to face closure. If you weren’t aware of it yet, there has been WhatsApp messages floating around the Internet on some roads which will be closed from 5am-6pm on November 19.
Image Credit: The Malay Mail Online
Despite the fact that people are unsure about the message floating around social media, IGP Tan Sri Khalid Abu Bakar mentioned that the police has yet to issue any road closure notices for the Bersih 5 rally. Still, it’s best to stay away from these roads just in case.
1. Jalan Kuching to Jalan Mahameru
2. Jalan Mahameru to Jalan Kuching
3. Jalan Tun Ismail to Jalan Kuching
4. Jalan Kuching to Jalan Sultan Ismail
5. Jalan Ipoh to Jalan Tun Razak
6. Jalan Raja Laut to Jalan Ipoh
7. Bulatan Pahang
8. Jalan Pahang to Jalan Raja Muda Abdul Aziz
9. Jalan Tun Razak to Jalan Ampang
10. Jalan Ampang to Jalan P.Ramlee
11. Jalan Tun Razak to Jalan Bukit Bintang
12. Jalan Pudu to Jalan Pasar (Bomba)
13. Jalan Dewan Bahasa to Rem PD 10
14. Jalan Loke Yew to Jalan Hang Tuah
15. Jalan Hang Tuah to Pudu Sentral
16. ‘U’ Turn PD 11 to Jalan Pudu
17. Jalan Bukit Bintang to Jalan Pudu
18. Jalan Pudu to PD 11
19. Jalan Imbi to Jalan Sultan Ismail
20. Jalan Sultan Ismail to Jalan Bukit Bintang
21. Jalan Sultan Ismail to Jalan Raja Chulan
22. Jalan Raja Chulan to Jalan Gereja
23. Jalan Sultan Ismail to Jalan P. Ramlee
24. Jalan Sultan Ismail to Jalan Ampang
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How KL Bazaars Are Secretly Giving Homegrown Brands The Boost They Need

Since July 2018, Traders Market has hosted a total of 3 community market events, all dedicated to supporting our local small-medium businesses.
Held at the Boulevard @ Publika Shopping Mall, local entrepreneurs are given the opportunity to showcase their products, both homemade and artisanal.

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During their most recent edition, there were an assortment of home-baked cakes, cookies and chips as well as premium kuih lapis and granola made from premium Australian ingredients.

Rings by Aurelia Atelier

But amidst all the yummy snacks and gorgeous knick knacks, 3 things became glaringly obvious to me.
Community bazaars like Trader’s Market are secretly helping local brands out more than you might think.
1. They help artisanal brands justify steeper price tags.

Emerald Earrings by Uniqueen

Branding is more important than one might think.
Take a packet of nasi lemak sold at your roadside stall, for example.

You’d willingly pay perhaps RM5 (or below) for it, but any more and you’ll start asking the mak cik if it contains premium ingredients such as soft shell crab or salted egg sauce.
However, when it’s sold in a restaurant or in a food court with Western food, the price gets bumped up to even RM30+. Served with perhaps some curry chicken and keropok on the side, we won’t even bat an eyelid.
It’s a matter of brand positioning, you see.
We’re willing to part with our money simply because we’re prepared to pay more for the latter.

Handmade Dreamcatcher by D’Styled Handmade

Likewise, there are local brands that do not possess such a high branding prestige.

Artwork by Kuen Stephanie

And community markets such as the Traders Market provide a platform for these budding entrepreneurs to showcase their products to potential clients and customers, in comparison to them perhaps trading from an individual push cart stall in a high end mall.
Thus, with Traders Market’s reputation in hosting reputable brands, these entrepreneurs are given a noticeable platform.
With this, they are also able to better brand themselves as artisanal, handmade and gourmet producers with a steeper price tag – but with a valid reason.
2. They become a hub for ethical and sustainable brands.

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Community markets essentially open up a new marketplace of environmentally-friendly options for consumers who would like to help Mother Earth while owning artisanal pieces within their means.
And it’s not just clothes.
It’s beauty products and snacks too.
It’s no secret that you’ll often times find such brands at local bazaars because those who frequent such events are also the ones who are hunting down unique brands that nobody else owns or uses. It’s a huge plus too if they’re environmentally-friendly or sustainable.
Bazaars like Trader’s Market become an ideal hub for these brands because you definitely won’t find a plethora of artisanal brands at your local shopping mall where arguably, more emphasis is placed on packaging and not on the product itself.
3. They introduce KL-ites to the faces behind these local brands.

Community markets like the Trader’s Market that was hosted in Publika allow you to check out and try these items for yourself before purchasing them.
After all, things like artisanal fragrances or moisturisers react differently to individual skins and senses.
But all your doubts on whether the green tea granola is really a “matcha” for you, or if the salt scrub will help your psoriasis condition will be non-existent when you get to see and try them for yourself in community events as such.
More importantly though, they help KL-ites get acquainted with the faces behind these obscure brands.
Those who are frequenting bazaars are more intentional about spending time in getting to know what goes into a certain product, and at times, even the humans behind the product too.

And that’s what artisanal brand owners can leverage on because nothing beats getting to speak to your potential client face-to-face and understand their concerns or gain their feedback.
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At the end of the day, it’s not as if bazaars are doing local brands a complimentary favour, as traders would have to pay a sum to obtain booth space.
But if you ask me, it’s definitely a good platform for local brands, especially for up and coming ones which have yet to establish themselves.


DKL Ambassador Highlights #1: High Tea, Froyo Tasting, Dessert Reviews & More!

The DiscoverKL ambassador team had a great month of July, where they attended plenty of cool events and food reviews. Here’s a recap of all the fun things they got up to the past month!
1. Boozeat Smirnoff
Boozeat is a Malaysian startup that sends the party right to your doorstep by being more than just a booze delivery service. Essentially, they deliver the fun straight to you, whether that’s in the form of liquor or its food pairings like oysters, popcorns and even macarons!
Our ambassador, Chervyn, had the chance to drop by Boozeat’s Smirnoff event where she sampled some Singleton Whisky as well as learned the process of whisky-making. Chervyn especially enjoyed how the whisky-making process was portrayed in VR-form!
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2. ScrumpTea Delicious High Tea
Pinkies out! We sent our ambassadors, Jean and Jolene, to the ScrumpTea Delicious high-tea experience that sent them on a sugar rush. It was a complete indulgence for both of them and they particular enjoyed the chocolatey treats.
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If you’re looking to try these desserts out, you’d be glad to know that Grand Millenium KL hosts high tea buffets every weekend and it’s your chance to indulge in some chocolatey desserts, which even includes a pretty rad chocolate fondue!
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3. Whip Up KL
Whip Up KL is known for their desserts and our ambassador Shermyn, who has a sweet tooth, enjoyed some of Whip Up’s bestsellers, including their plated dessert platters and sweet drink pairings.
Not only that, she also loved Whip Up’s nasi lemak and avocado toast dishes. Who would’ve thought that you’d find main meals at a place which markets itself predominantly as a dessert house?
Click here to check out Shermyn’s full review!

4. Outdark SS15
If Korean food is your fave cuisine, chances are that you’ve heard of Outdark SS15, a new Korean makan place, specialising in fried chicken and seafood broth platters.
Our ambassador, Sarah, happens to be a big foodie and she simply could not pass up a chance for some finger lickin’ good Korean food. Her favourite was the platter of fried chicken and creamy, buttery crinkle-cut fries. If you’re looking for a place that’s cosy and romantic (the lights here are dimmed on purpose!), you can check this Subang eatery out.
Click here for our full review at Outdark SS15.
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5. Dessert Bar By Stanley Choong
Dainty desserts that evoke a Parisian feel, that’s what Dessert Bar By Stanley Choong is all about. In fact, did you know that this pâtisserie is run by a chef who received training at Le Cordon Bleu?
Our ambassador, Zoey, went down to Dessert Bar By Stanley Choong, where she not only got to meet the chef himself, but also try out a whole range of petite pastries and desserts. Of course, after her meal, she could not pass up the chance to take a picture with the iconic neon bunny at the store’s entrance!
Click here to check out Zoey’s full review at Dessert Bar By Stanley Choong.

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6. 4 Fingers Launch
4 Fingers launched its latest Klang Valley outlet in Berjaya Times Square back in July, and Sarah and Sharon made the time to drop by the outlet.
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They had a finger lickin’ good time sampling the fried chicken, which is 4 Finger’s bestseller, and for the first time ever, Sarah could not finish her food because the 4 Fingers team were generous enough to offer a wide spread for our ambassadors to try.
As Sharon puts it best, “I can’t say no to fried chicken!”
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7. Häagen-Dazs Froyo Tasting
If you’re a huge fan of desserts, Häagen-Dazs is probably something you’d enjoy on the reg. But did you know that they’ve now introduced a whole range of froyos too? We sent Sarah to try the froyos out and she gives them a thumbs up. Head on over to the nearest Häagen-Dazs outlet and try them out for yourself!
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8. Artico It’s Nitro-Cool
With a unique name like Artico It’s Nitro-Cool, we were excited to find out what this ice cream parlour is all about. Zoey headed over to try Artico’s bestsellers, which includes unique floral-inspired flavours like lavender. There’s even a flavour which caters specifically for those who are lactose-intolerant: the vegan strawberry.

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9. Tony Roma’s Ribs
Ever tried a sweet Sarawak Black Sauce with some ribs before? Tony Roma’s recently celebrated their 45th anniversary and Sarah had the chance to try out their delectable Ribs platter which came with a variety of different sauce pairings, including the Sarawak Black Sauce.
Her favourite though, was the unique Pepsi BBQ flavour. That’s certainly a sauce to try the next time you head down to a Tony Roma’s outlet!
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July was a food-filled month for our DiscoverKL ambassadors, with plenty of desserts and fried chicken. We can’t wait to see what August has in store for our team.
If you’re looking to increase your brand’s awareness and introduce products or services to our fellow Malaysians, feel free to drop us an email at [email protected]. We would love to work with you!
We’re also on the lookout for more ambassadors to join our team, as they discover more fun and exciting adventures in and around KL. If you love eating, socialising, and discovering new places in and around KL, drop us an email at [email protected]!


M'sian Teen Suffers Nitrogen Burns On Palm And Throat From Dragon Breath Cookies

Dragon breath desserts are a food trend that was all the craze this year and it is an interesting dish which incorporates liquid nitrogen to give it the smoky effect.
It may come across as a seemingly harmless dish but an Alor Setar teenager recently suffered burns from this dessert.

A report in the New Straits Times said that 15-year-old Mohd Aiman Mohd Ridwan had purchased some dragon breath cookies from a night market. He placed some onto his palm only to burn his skin by accident with the liquid nitrogen.
“My family and I stopped at the stall as we were interested in the way the cookies were being prepared. It was fascinating to see the patrons exhaling smoke from their nose and mouth after eating the cookies. My parents and siblings did feel a slight pain on their tongue after eating the cookies, which I believed was caused by the nitrogen, but none of them suffered burn injuries like I did,” he told New Straits Time.
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Aiman had described the pain as boiling water on his palm. He applied some ointment on his palm but awoke the next day to blisters on his palm.
The tragic incident is a reminder to all of us to be extra careful when consuming our meals.
Feature Image Credit: Yelp & Treattrout


吃甜品也可吃出健康！【Cabana Acai Bar】的营养果泥让你越吃越瘦！

当我们说到“甜品”时，一般都会立马想到冰淇淋或蛋糕之类。不过，这些热量高得吓死人的甜品偶尔吃还可以，经常吃的话身体可是会受不了的。所以现在对于甜品，我们又多了一项选择，那就是营养丰富的 Açaí bowls啦！
Image Credit: Cabana
Image Credit: Cabana
Açaí bowls  是一款风靡许多国家的健康甜品，是以巴西莓搭配各种水果所打成的绵密水果泥，吃起来味道新鲜又美味。巴西莓是一种产于亚马逊森林的果实，含有大量的抗氧化物和丰富的氨基酸，被譽为「全球最棒的超級食物之一」。
Image Credit: Cabana
Image Credit: Cabana
巴西莓的抗氧成分可是比蓝莓高出两倍，因此它也成为了大家心目中的健康食材，从而也反映出现代人追求美丽与健康饮食的心态。
Image Credit: Cabana
Image Credit: Cabana
想要尝试这款营养丰富的甜品，你可以来到这家位于Publika的Cabana Açai Bar！他们的 Acai bowls 分成三种：小碗 (RM12.90), 中碗 (RM16.90) 和大碗 (RM22.90)。此外，你还可以自制属于自己的Acai bowl，选择自己喜爱的水果和配料哦！小编推荐大家选择芒果和火龙果口味，因为这两种水果含有丰富的纤维，非常有助于消化。
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除了 Acai Bowls， 你也可以品尝他们的水果奶昔(RM16.90) ，尤其他们的招牌 『Superfood Salad Smoothie 』 和『 Piña Colada』都超赞哦！
Image Credit: Cabana
Image Credit: Cabana
Cabana Açaí Bar 是让你维持良好及健康的生活习惯的最佳选择。它不但能够为你带来健康，看到这些色彩缤纷的甜品，心情也会跟着变得美好起来呢！
Cabana Açai Bar
营业时间: 每天10am-10pm
地址: Lot 63, Level UG, Publika Shopping Gallery, Jalan Dutamas 1, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
网站: Cabana Açai Bar
Feature Image Credit: @ryanlch & Cabana Açai Bar


There's A Steamboat In Sunway Mentari That Actually Uses Coconut Water In The Broth

Steamboats are known to use plain ol’ water in its broth but a steamboat place in Sunway Mentari is challenging ordinary steamboats with its coconut water steamboat broth.
Image Credit: Gourmet Hunter KL, Run Yuan Coconut Steamboat
Run Yuan Coconut Steamboat in Sunway Mentari specialises in serving Hainan Coconut Chicken Steamboats and each pot uses 3 coconuts with 2 green/young coconuts and 1 old coconut. The Kampung Chicken is later added in.
Image Credit: Run Yuan Coconut Steamboat
The coconut steamboat is said to taste really refreshing, as one would think considering how coconut water tastes super refreshing too.
Image Credit: Run Yuan Coconut Steamboat
The coconut steamboat recipe originated from China and it is good for women because it helps to maintain youth and beauty.
Run Yuan Coconut Steamboat
Hours: Monday-Sunday: 11.30am-12am
Address: 12A, Jalan PSJ8/10 Dataran Mentari, Petaling Jaya
Website: Run Yuan Coconut Steamboat
Tel: 011-1175 5391
Feature Image Credit: Gourmet Hunter KL, Run Yuan Coconut Steamboat


5 Cosplayers You Definitely Wanted A Selfie With At Last Weekend's #AniManGaki

AniManGaki has been around for a decade now and it is one of the biggest annual ACG (anime, comics & games) events in Malaysia.
It is organised by fans for fans and every year, you’re bound to see a couple of Cosplayers who go above and beyond to Cosplay as iconic characters which aren’t necessarily pertaining to any anime. This year was no different.
We’ve rounded up some of the noteworthy Cosplayers at the recent AniManGaki 2017, which went down last weekend.
1. Raja Bomoh

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Shiro Tan was photographed several times throughout the day as he Cosplayed as the Raja Bomoh. His Cosplay outfit was simple enough but it was the 2 large coconuts he used as props, that really stood out.
2. Datuk Vida
Image Credit: SuuChan Nyan
Complete with the elaborate makeup, signature pink headscarf and diamante tiara, this Cosplayer received a lot of attention for her Datuk Vida cosplay that was totally on point. She even had the signature pout and we wouldn’t be surprised if she broke out into the classic I Am Me song by Datuk Vida herself, during the weekend-long fiesta.
3. Fidget Spinner

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Hands down one of the most iconic moments in 2017 was the introduction of the fidget spinner. Designed for those who are constantly fidgeting with their hands (hence its name), the fidget spinner has assimilated into pop culture with netizens posting videos of themselves “choreographing” moves around the fidget spinner. And that’s why we think this Cosplayer’s depiction of the fidget spinner deserves a place on this list.
4. T-Rex
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You can’t go wrong when you’re dressed up as a T-Rex and that’s exactly what this cosplayer did. With absolutely no makeup or accessories needed (besides the costume itself), we can totally see why this Cosplayer went with this look. ?
5. Spongebob Squarepants

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Ahh, who doesn’t love a Spongebob cosplayer every now and then? This Cosplayer went all out with his Spongebob cosplay, even including the Nickelodeon character’s spatula and Gary the snail as part of his props.
So, which was your fave Cosplayer from AniManGaki 2017 and were you impressed by the lengths that these Cosplayers went to in order to stand out? Let us know in the Facebook comment section!
Feature Image Credit: @aimirppe, SuuChan Nyan


30,000 Brushes A Minute With A Sonic Toothbrush From Brudee (October 2020)

Sarah traded her toothbrush for Brudee’s sonic toothbrush for over a week, saving herself from manual labour every morning and night. Sonic toothbrushes rotate at about 30,000 brushes/min, making them more effective than regular electric toothbrushes that rotate at 2,500-7,500 strokes/min. Here’s her review.

The design is quite sleek. I love the black matte colour. Each full charge takes 2-3 hours, it’s supposed to last 30 days. I will update here if the battery life really does last that full duration. Initially it felt like the brushes were tickling my gums (hehehe!). After the first few nights I got used to it and it didn’t feel as ticklish anymore.
Another habit that needs to reset is that I don’t need to move my hands vigorously or press it hard against the teeth or gums. Instead I only have to move the brush slowly in a circular motion at the gum line and teeth. Don’t use any force because the bristles are prone to deformation—the toothbrush is meant to do the work for you, force is entirely unnecessary.

The dentist recommends brushing for 2 minutes, I don’t know about you but I don’t usually brush my teeth for 2 minutes (don’t judge me). I brush till it feels generally clean but I think it’d take me only a minute, and putting on a timer every time I brush my teeth seems ridiculous. So what I really like about Brudee is that it has a self-timer.

Every 30 secs, it has a little pause that tells me it’s time to move to the next quadrant of my mouth (the mouth is divided to 4 quadrants). After 4 quadrants are done, that means 2 minutes is complete and it will turn off automatically.
I like that there are 4 modes to choose from based on what each user’s needs are. I use the second mode (Clean). In terms of results and effectiveness, after every brush, I really do feel that my teeth is extra, extra clean. It’s not 100% the same BUT it’s almost like I just went to the dentist for scaling.
All the gaps in between the teeth and gums feels EXTRA clean. It’s a bit weird but over the next hour or so I occasionally would run my tongue over my teeth over and over to enjoy that squeaky clean feel.

Pricing depends on whether you commit to a subscription service for new brush heads delivered every 3 months.
One-time purchase: RM139 (body + brush head) + RM5 (shipping) One-off head refills: RM25 + RM5 (shipping)  Quarterly delivery: RM129 (body) + RM25/head refill + free shipping  One-year pack: RM179 (body + 4 head refills sent every 3 months + free shipping)
So if you want to make a commitment to the sonic toothbrush lifestyle, it makes the most sense to go for the 1-year pack. Personally I’m using the one-time purchase now but so far I’m already quite convinced to subscribe to the 3-month delivery plan for refills.
Brudee
Website: https://www.brudee.com/


Whether It's A Dance Party Or A B'day Bash, Here Are 11 Spaces To Host A Rad Party In KL

Party people, whaddup! If you’re planning to host a party soon, here are some spaces in the Klang Valley you can consider! Be it a cocktail party, dance party, 50th birthday party or 21st birthday party!
Ciao Ristorante
Ciao is an Italian restaurant which has an outdoor canopy area overlooking a golf course and that’s where you can host a party! It comes with a complimentary stage, perfect for doubling up as a performance area as well.

Perfect for: Cocktail party, Birthday party, Dance party
Capacity: 300 pax standing
Drum Asia Live
This is a unique venue which is meant for live music, performances and well – party!  Drum Asia has one of the most affordable rental halls in town and they provide the BEST sound equipment and a proper space. This is an ideal space for hosting open mics, acoustic gigs AND a mini-dance party.

Perfect for: Birthday party, Dance party
Capacity: 120 pax standing
Slate @ The Row
A perfect space which can be easily transformed into a party scene! Their clean slate (pun intended) is bare and accommodating a variety of theme and decor. While it is an industrial-inspired interior, dress it up with lighting and you’ve got yourself a party space!

Perfect for: Cocktail party, Dance party
Capacity: 400 pax standing
Space Seven
A three-storey corner lot which is PERFECT for parties in Setia Alam. Their ground floor is highly requested and used for birthdays amongst other types of events. If you prefer the outdoors, they have an outdoor rooftop where you can also host parties!

Perfect for: Cocktail party, Birthday party, Dance party
Capacity: 200 pax standing
Glasshouse at Seputeh
This dreamy venue is ideal for all sorts of events and parties. Dress it up according to the type of party you’re hosting and you’ll be guaranteed to have a night to remember! If you’d like to further set the atmosphere, play with the lighting to achieve your desired type of vibe!

Perfect for: Cocktail party, Birthday party, Dance party
Capacity: 600 pax standing
Cornerstone
A spacious ballroom which is able to host all sorts of parties, be it for corporates or youths. Their ballroom comes with an adjoining area which is perfect for a cocktail area, reception area or networking. The stage within the ballroom also comes in handy for performances.

Perfect for: Cocktail party, Birthday party, Dance party
Capacity: 400 pax standing
Sky Loft at Zell-V
Sky Loft is a hidden gem which not many know of but we are here to spill the beans! Their indoor glass house can accommodate up to 60 pax but their outdoor rooftop beside it fits up to 300 people! Here’s the PERFECT space to host a cocktail or birthday party as the ambiance the Sky Loft has is almost identical to what you would get in a fancy lounge.

Perfect for: Cocktail party, Birthday party
Capacity: 300 pax standing
The Merchant Live @ Armada Hotel
You wouldn’t have known that there’s a sleek, classy, private karaoke room in Armada Hotel. A newly refurbished and renovated space, here’s the BEST space to have your birthday party. Sing your lungs out and also play a few rounds of pool or darts while you’re at it!

Perfect for: Birthday parties
Capacity: 50 pax
Skyforest at Acappella Suite Hotel
Here’s a hidden gem in Shah Alam which is ideal for all sorts of parties. Skyforest in Acappella Suite Hotel has the perfect space for hosting cocktail parties, birthday parties or a dance party even! Booking the Skyforest comes with complimentary usage of their outdoor Skylawn and that is also an ideal area for parties!

Perfect for: Cocktail party, Birthday party, Dance party
Capacity: 200 pax standing
StarXpo
If you’re hosting or planning to have a HUGE party, StarXpo is PERFECT. This indoor hall has high ceilings and is the perfect space to host a large party! Previously, brands like Johnnie Walker threw a large-scale party in this space!

Perfect for: Dance party
Capacity: 8000 pax standing
Puteh at Subang
A brand NEW space which has both outdoor space and a marquee tent! Their indoor area is perfect for parties as rain or shine, the event can go on! Puteh is an ideal cocktail or dance party venue as it is located away from the hustle and bustle of the city.

Perfect for: Cocktail party, Dance party
Capacity: 3000 pax standing
Deck @ The Row
An outdoor rooftop which is 101% perfect for parties! Be it birthday parties, cocktail parties or a mini-dance party even! Deck comes with a full-size bar, perfect for parties which would be serving drinks and canapes.

Perfect for: Cocktail party, Birthday party, Dance party
Capacity: 180 pax standing
All Image Credits: Venuescape
This article was first published on Venuescape. It is republished on Discover KL with permission.


What To Do This Week: Happening Events In Klang Valley From October 10-16

KL is full of exciting activities that one should not miss out on, and it is in fact a great excuse to have a get-together with friends. Best part is, you get to enjoy the activities with one another, whether it’s a run or a party. Here are 9 events happening this week, from October 10-16, that you should consider heading out for!
1. Date With Kim Rae-won
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The male lead from the Korean television series, Doctors, is coming to town. You will find the heartthrob in the heart of KL, at the Pavilion shopping complex, where he will be meeting his Malaysian fans! Go ahead and take the opportunity to shake hands and snap pictures with the down-to-earth hunk!
When: October 10
Where: Centre Court, Pavilion KL, Kuala Lumpur
Info: One TV Asia

2. The Bald Trials Game Nights
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This would definitely a memorable night for those who  wish to do their bid towards charity, specifically within the cancer community. If you have the heart and also the guts to do so, why not go bald for a good cause? In a means to raise funds for the cancer community and the shavees will be nominated by you or your friends to earn more fund on Oct 12 and 13. The importance would be the donation towards this cause.
Participation fee is set at RM10 per person and while you’re there at the All Aboard Community Gaming Centre, you can also play all the boardgames to your heart’s content. Money raised will go to the childhood cancer research foundation known as St. Baldricks.
When: October 12-13
Where: All Aboard Community Gaming Centre, 40-2, Jalan s22/25, Damansara Jaya, 47400, Petaling Jaya.
Info: The Bald Trials Game
3. 13th Borak//Borak #19: Merdeka and Modernism
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Miss your college or university days and wish to be back in the lecture hall for even a day? In collaboration with UM M.Arch Architectural Theory and Philosophy class, Dr.Lai Chee Kien will be giving a public lecture on the topic of Merdeka and modernism. The event is about dissecting the issues regarding independence and architectural projects as a physical presentation of modernism in Malaysia. For Malaysian history enthusiasts, opt to participate in this free lecture which is open to public.
When: October 13, 8pm
Where: Auditorium, Faculty of Built Environment, University of Malaya, Kuala Lumpur.
Info: Borak // Borak #19
4. Kuala Lumpur Eco Film
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Also known as KLEFF, this film festival is Malaysia’s first and longest-running environmental festival that has reached out to approximately 80,000 locals in the last eight years. Now, they are back once again to inspire Malaysians out there on the ecological issues, ranging from indigenous people’s rights to hazards of nuclear energy.
Besides attending the film screening and workshop, there will also be creative craft sessions for children, performances for the public, exhibitions on current issues and fairground attractions.
When: October 14-16, 3pm to 11pm
Where: Publika, Jalan Dutamas 1, 50480 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Info: KLEFF
5. Mahsuri  (And Other Peculiar Tales)
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Are you a musical lover? Then, you’d be thrilled to find out that a Malaysian-made musical known as Mahsuri The Musical (And Other Peculiar Tales) is back and ready to bring you on another adventure. The musical will be performed in a café setting, and it will feature an actor who will be playing the role of a boy with autism. It is set to bring 4 local stories such as Pontianak and Bawang Merah Bawang Putih to life with an interesting but modern twist.
When: October 14, 8.30pm
Where: Talent Lounge, Menara Mustapha Kamal, Level G-01-01, Block A, PJ Trade Centre, 8 Jalan PJU 8/8A Damansara Perdana, 47820
Info: Mahsuri The Musical (And Other Peculiar Tales)
6. Motherhood.com.my Warehouses Sales
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Here’s a shoutout to all mothers, mothers-to-be and those who enjoy purchasing clothing and baby items for the toddlers in their life. There will be crazy discounts of up to 80% off on baby products, but it’s best to go earlier to avoid disappointment on  products being sold out. There will be over 30 brands and 500 products on display, and the best part is, you can also get free stuff when you reach a certain amount of purchase.
When: October 14-16, 10am-8pm
Where: Jaya One Event Hall, Petaling Jaya
Info: Motherhood
7. Old La La Vintage and Arts & Craft Market
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The Bazaar @ TREC is back and it is a marketplace haven for any vendors to display their merchandise for potential customers. It is a chance for us to look for new vintage and hipster brands to purchase from and they will be featuring a diverse collection of artisanal craft.

When: October 15-16, 5pm-12am
Where: TREC KL, 436 Jalan Tun Razak, 50400 Kuala Lumpur
Info: TREC KL
8. Miserable Man
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Miserable Man is concerning a one man band project and he really isn’t miserable at all despite his moniker. Living the hipster life on a tiny Indonesian island may sound like an ideal dream for everyone but when this Italian got back to his home country, he got fired from his full-time job, kicked out from his flat and being financially unstable, he called himself the Miserable Man. Not downhearted by it, he is now a full-time musician who just toured in India and Indonesia. Guess he really isn’t quite as miserable anymore!
When: October 15, 9.30am-1pm
Where: COMO, E-G-04 & E-1-04, Electric Boulevard, TREC, 434 Jalan Tun Razak.
Info: Miserable Man
9. Tempatan Fest
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Tempatan Fest is known for popping up around the states, even in East Malaysia, and it unites all local and standalone businesses to showcase their ultimate products to potential customers or fans. Come and support our local products and you might get something that catches your eye!
I personally went there myself to get a couple of tees and some cool merchandise as well, and I have to say that it is a cool festival not to be missed!
When: October 15-16, 11am-11pm
Where: Neon IG Mall, Campbell Complex, Kuala Lumpur
Info: Tempatan Fest
10. Decorative Sushi Making Class
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Are you a sushi fan but totally fail at making sushi? Fret not! This workshop will turn you into an awesome yet creative sushi maker. The technique to making an aesthetically-pleasing sushi will be taught during this class and you will learn the right way to make these Japanese delicacies. People of all ages are welcome to join and you can even gain some invaluable skills along the way!
When: October 16, 1pm-4pm
Where: ILOHA Culture Centre, 21-1, Jalan Telawi 2, Bangsar Baru, Bangsar, 59100 Kuala Lumpur.
Info: Decorative Sushi Making
11. Personal Safety & Self-Defence Workshop
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Malaysia is such a beautiful country but with so much crime going on, it is best to prep yourself with some self-defense skills. You will not only learn the right technique to protect yourself, for you will also be taught on strategies to deal with potential violence. Confidence and courage is the way you can protect yourself and your family from harm and with this workshop, you will certainly be empowered with the right knowledge and necessary skills.
When: October 16, 2pm-6pm
Where: FIP Studio by Fitness in Progress, F-2-1, Jalan C180/1, Dataran C180, 43200 Cheras, Selangor
Info: Self Defence Workshop

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We Work Out The Cost Of A 6-Month Membership At Some Of KL's Top Gyms

Editors Note: This list has been updated since publication with relevant information for each of the gyms listed.
Gyms, fitness centres, and health clubs are made for getting healthy and into shape. However, did you know that there are slight differences in the services provided?
A gym is typically decked with equipment like treadmills and elliptical machines. Fitness centres, on the other hand, usually occupies a larger space and has a more extensive offering with the likes of a sauna, swimming pool, a room for yoga and more.
Tip: For those looking to sign up for a fitness centre membership, do note that it takes a minimum of 3-4 months of healthy living to improve your general fitness and health. Hence, it’s advisable to sign up for at least that amount of time in order to enjoy optimal results.

If you’re itching to get fit, we reached out to 9 fitness centres to find out their 6-month membership prices, as well as the perks of each (arranged in ascending price order).
No excuses to not achieve your 2019 fitness goals now, eh? ?
1. KOA Fitness
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This one’s for us ladies! Affordably-priced, we think this would be a great place to start or get back into a fitness regime.
KOA Fitness is a women-only gym that focuses on lean muscle building, booty growing and abs and arms-sculpting exercises.
With their yoga, cardio and body weight classes, you’ll likely be sporting a bikini-ready body in no time.
P.S.: We heard their Signature cardio class, SHRED, is bound to make your fat cry buckets full of tears!
Why Sweat Here: Nothing beats working a good sweat with a like-minded sisterhood that aims to instill confidence and empower women through fitness.
Price: RM525 (6-month validity of 15 classes)
Hours: Mondays-Fridays: 7am-9pm; Saturdays-Sundays: 9am-3pm
Address: B-G-07, Gateway Corporate Suites, No.1 Jalan Desa Kiara, Mont Kiara, 50480 Kuala Lumpur.
Website: KOA Fitness
Tel: 03-6211 0677
2. Fit Buddy
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At Fit Buddy, they’ve got the latest cardio and strength training equipment as well as fun, dynamic exercise programs!
If cardio or strength training is too boring for you, opt for their yoga, aerobic or zumba classes for a good sweat.
Need more attention? Go for their 1-on-1 personal training session featuring guidance from a personal trainer, a private environment and the finest fitness equipment. This is particularly ideal for those looking to achieve a certain fitness goal or are just frankly clueless about fitness in general and require spotting from an expert.
Who knows? You might even end up gaining a fit buddy along the way?
Why Sweat Here: They’ve got a members’ only Sunday Funday deal that allows you to bring one friend or family member for a complimentary workout session!
Price: RM650 (payment to be made upfront). The fee includes an RM50 registration fee, a Fit Buddy member card, an exclusive tee and complimentary access to all classes)
Hours: Mondays-Saturdays: 7am-12am; Sundays: 8am-11pm
Address: 2, Jalan 17/155C, Bandar Bukit Jalil, 57000 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Website: Fit Buddy
Tel: 03-8999 3320
3. TopSpeed Fitness
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Located in Taipan Business Centre, TopSpeed Fitness is one of the newer kids in the fitness scene.
They’ve got a wide range of equipment and workout areas and you’ll find the likes of studios, free weights, cardio facilities and even a functional training area. Plus, they’ve got shower rooms, changing rooms, lockers, hair dryers (yes, ladies they’ve got your back) and friendly staff to aid you on your fitness journey.
You may even pop by for a three day trial and experience their classes such as LesMills™, yoga, pole dancing, qi gong, taichi, martial arts and more.
Here’s their schedule for different classes that you might want to try.
We recommend going for their Muay Thai classes taught by Coach Ray!
Why Sweat Here: Their Diamond membership allows you to participate in all classes, making it a bang for your buck.
Price: RM1,033.50 for the Diamond membership (payment to be made upfront and it is inclusive of the registration fee and SST). Alternatively, if classes ain’t your thing and you’re more for workouts using the equipment instead, opt for their Gold Membership, priced at RM906.3 (payment to be made upfront and it is inclusive of registration fee and SST).
Hours: Mondays-Fridays: 6am-12am; Saturdays-Sundays: 7am-11pm
Address: 4&5, Jalan USJ 10/1, Taipan Business Centre, 47620 Subang Jaya, Selangor
Website: TopSpeed Fitness
Tel: 03-8011 9333
4. Fuel Athletics
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Come get your sweat on with Fuel Athletics’ supportive community! Sign up for their fitness, functional training or strength classes for motivation to get yourself back in the gym!
For those looking to get into crossfit, Fuel Athletics is your ideal pick. The coaches here also make it a point to practice injury-prevention warm-ups with their clients so you’ll know that you’re in safe hands.
According to a Facebook review left by a gentleman in his 40s, he’s experienced great support from other crossfitters and befriended coaches who helped push him beyond his comfort zone.
Why Sweat Here: Classes are scalable to your personal needs
Price: RM1,320 (payment to be made upfront and this includes access to unlimited classes). Additionally, a monthly installment of RM230 is available exclusively for Maybank and Public Bank cardholders only.
Hours: Mondays-Thursdays: 6.30am-10pm; Fridays: 6.30am-9.30pm; Saturdays 8.30am-12pm, (Closed on Sundays)
Address: Bukit Damansara – 3 Pinggiran Setiabudi Pusat Komuniti, Bukit Damansara, 50490, Kuala Lumpur.
Website: Fuel Athletics
Tel: 011-1005 7351
5. Babel Fit
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Babel Fit is located on the rooftop of Menara Ken TTDI thus granting them access to breathtaking views and aesthetics like no other.
They’ve got a total of 24 classes that are run in the stimulating studios at their state-of-the-art gym.
We heard their Boga Fit class is the best of them all! It essentially involves doing yoga on water which sounds like a class that will set your core on fire! ?
Why Sweat Here: You’ll get to enjoy up to 30% off on 19 merchants such as 8oz Coffee, Paper Fish, Wild Kombucha, Kapow Balls and Panasonic Beauty.
Price: RM1,600 (Includes SST, joining fee and comes with 1 induction session and unlimited group classes)
Hours: Mondays-Fridays: 6am-11pm; Saturdays-Sundays: 7am-9pm
Address: Babel Fit Rooftop, Menara Ken TTDI, Jalan Burhanuddin Helmi, Taman Tun Dr. Ismail, Kuala Lumpur, 60000
Website: Babel Fit
Tel: 016-319 3520
6. Fort Gyms
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“Strong today, a fortress tomorrow” is Fort Gym’s motto which translates into their training regimes.
Working out at Fort means sweating to powerful soundtracks for an effective calorie burn in 45 minutes and cooling off with their full shower amenities. They also have the flexibility of shareable credits!
Besides that, Fort also offers resistance (Forge) as well as core strength and overall body stability (Forge Core) classes.
Why Sweat Here: Heart-thumping beats to bop to and they’re also available on Class Pass!
Price: RM1,680 (Includes 60 sessions with a 6-month validity period)
Hours: Mondays-Fridays: 7am-10pm; Saturdays-Sundays: 7am-4pm
Address: P-01-19 Tropicana Avenue, 12 Persiaran Tropicana, Petaling Jaya
Website: Fort Gyms
Tel: 03-7621 6728
7. Epique Fitness
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Feel on top of the world with these endorphin-releasing workouts by Epique+. With a 360° view of KL, this fitness centre features a therapeutic yoga studio (Yoga One That I Want Studio) and HIIT-based workouts.
They’re famed for their E+ Signature Yoga class, dance workouts and KL’s Original Booty Band Bootcamp.
For all you ladies who are looking to grow your booty, the Triple B workout class that uses the ‘booty’ band and incorporates fresh beats is perfect for you.
This workout was created by the same mastermind behind FIRE’s unique regimes—Creative Consultant Tracy Minnoch-Nuku.
With a booty band around your ankles and Tracy fueling you with motivation, 10 reps of jumping jacks to sick beats will have your glutes on fire in no time.
Why Sweat Here: They also have specially-designed classes to suit your health needs!
Price: RM1,620 (Includes access to the gym and selected classes)
Hours: Mondays-Fridays: 6.30am-10pm; Saturdays-Sundays: 8am-7pm
Address: Level 31, Naza Tower, Persiaran KLCC, 50088, Kuala Lumpur
Website: Epique Fitness
Tel: 03-2633 3131
8. Firestation Fit
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No, Firestation Fit is not a gym that churns out your hot fireman hunks, but it could be the place for you to get your hot bod 😉
According to their Creative Director, Tracy Minnoch, the workouts created contain a component of high intensity cardio (HIIT), designed by trained professionals.
While they do have personal training programs, they also conduct small group programs called STRIDE, STRIKE, FORCE and RIDE.
STRIDE utilises the treadmill for cardio combined with strength training whereas STRIKE is designed for a dynamic blend of boxing and martial arts.
Why Sweat Here: Their 2 gyms are equipped with in-house designed equipment such as the Fire Trainer to give you a workout sesh that will leave you feeling stretched outside of your comfort zone.
Price: RM2,170 nett (6-month validity of 50 classes, includes all types of classes)
Hours: Mondays-Thursdays: 6.30am-1pm, 6pm-9.30pm; Fridays: 6.30am-1pm, 6pm-8.30pm; Saturdays-Sundays: 8am-12.30pm
Address: Jalan Batai, Batai Plaza Bukit Damansara, Kuala Lumpur
Website: FIRE Station
Tel: 03-6206 3737
9. Playground Fit
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Aspiring to make working out fun again, the Playground Fit is a boutique fitness personal training studio with fun group classes for the ones with FOMO!
In their aesthetic-friendly space, they’ve got four types of classes that are designed in the spirit of our P.E. classes in school—only more intense.
For an action-packed good time, hit up Samantha Tan for a Bee Sting class that is a mixed martial art-based fitness class.
Why Sweat Here: Their classes are the ultimate combination of childhood-playtime-with-your-neighbours fun with the benefits of getting sculpted, toned and fit.
Price: RM2,855.64 (payment to be made upfront and is inclusive of 6% SST). Some complimentary perks you can enjoy include 2 consultation sessions, in-house workshops and priority invites to events.
Hours: Mondays-Fridays: 7am-9pm; Saturdays-Sundays: 8am-6pm
Address: Nadi Bangsar Retail Level 2, 6, Jalan Tandok, 59100 Kuala Lumpur
Website: The Playground Fit
Tel: 03-2715 9295
Feature Image Credit: Fitness Buddy and Playground Fit