This Oriental Steamboat Restaurant In Subang Is Also Kung Fu Panda-Themed

The Kung Fu Panda craze is still alive and well in Malaysia, what with the newest introduction of a Kung Fu Panda-themed restaurant in Subang Jaya.
Dragon Warrior Kitchen is an all-you-can-eat steamboat restaurant located in Sunway Pyramid and stepping in, you’d feel like you’ve been transported to olden day China.

Red lanterns fill up the space with Po, the main character of the Kung Fu Panda trilogy taking centre stage as the restaurant’s décor.

The Dreamworks restaurant served steamboat dishes and buffets with 100% MSG-free soup bases and pork-free ingredients. In fact, all fresh ingredients are sourced strictly from certified halal suppliers only.
Some of the items off the ala carte seafood set include the Big Scallops (RM49 for 6 pieces), the Alaskan King crab (RM369).
However, Dragon Warrior Kitchen’s main attraction is its seafood buffet sets.

Customers get to choose 2 soup bases from flavours like Black Truffle, Cheddar Cheese, Spicy Szechuan, Seafood Porridge, Herbal Blackbone Chicken or Pumpkin.
Next, opt from the meatballs, handmade paste and meat ingredients which are unlimited as part of the buffet set. Upon choosing, the ingredients will be delivered to your table and you can tuck into your steamboat meal.

The weekday buffet for adults is priced at RM95 for dinner sets and RM69 for supper sets. Meanwhile, dinner sets are priced at RM105 and supper sets are priced at RM79 on weekends and public holidays.
Children (between the height limit of 90cm-110cm) get a half price deal while those at a height of 90cm-110cm pay an RM15 nett price. Meanwhile, senior citizens (60 years and above) get a 20% discount.

Fans of the popular animation movie can opt to pay Po a visit and enjoy the tantalising halal steamboat served here. Do note that reservations has to be made in advance to ensure a seat.
Dragon Warrior Kitchen
Hours: Sunday-Thursday: 6pm-1am, Friday-Saturday: 6pm-2am
Address: LG 1, Sunway Pyramid West, Jalan PJS 11/15, Off Persiaran Lagoon, Bandar Sunway
Website: Dragon Warrior Kitchen
Tel: 03-5650 5117
All Image Credit: Dragon Warrior Kitchen


There's A Speakeasy Bar Hidden Behind A Brick Wall In Subang—And It's Actually Halal!

It felt like I had time-traveled back into the classic 1920’s era as soft jazz music played in the background in the dimly lit space. That was exactly what I felt when the Discover KL team was invited to visit Jibril, a halal speakeasy bar in SS15, Subang Jaya.

Imran Sheik, Jibril’s co-founder shared with the team how the place came to be. “I used to have very bad migraines and one suitable place or environment for me, is to go to a place that is dark, quiet and cold,” Imran expressed. With Jibril, which is named after a character in a play by Imran, their mocktails are their signature must-haves when visiting here.

The team had zero experience in F&B and they spent endless nights concocting each drink which is a result of trial and error. Some of their bestsellers include the Potter (RM7.90), Monroe (RM9.90), Lisa (RM12.90) and Bond (RM9.90). “We name our mocktails after famous people who somehow has some degree of relatability to the drink,” Imran noted.
For instance, Potter is a butter-flavoured non-alcoholic beer named after Harry Potter, and Monroe is a strawberry satsuma sangria named after Marilyn Monroe.

As for the meal selections, one which is a hands down crowd favourite is the salted egg butter chicken rice (RM14.90). In fact, co-founder Nurin shared how once there was a “mini-protest” for more rice to be dished out, which is a testament to just how tasty the dish truly is.

In terms of design, it’s interesting how this speakeasy bar is well thought out in its finer details. The door itself is made up partly of brick wall, and Imran told us that the bricks were modified in such a way that it feels heavy when you’re pushing through the wall.

Unique keepsakes adorn the walls as well, including classic gramophones and old-school telephones. Nurin shared candidly how she used to journey to Malacca with her mother and they would purchase unique antique pieces from a store there, and that is where Jibril sources some of their decor items.
The in-house playlist is even curated to match the crowd at any given time. For instance, if the place is packed during lunchtime, fast upbeat music plays in the background and during quieter weekday nights, soft jazz music accompanies its patrons as they dine and drink.
Image Credit: Jibril
All in all, Jibril is a place which provides affordable drinks and meal selections, considering how that is one of their main aims. It sees a diverse crowd, including millennial hipsters during the evening and even families with little ones during the day.
Noting how some would feel that having an alcoholic drink in hand would liven up the atmosphere, it’s nice to see how Jibril is breaking tradition with their speakeasy bar which is perfect even for those who don’t drink. Jibril is no doubt a unique place to hangout, because where else would you find yourself immediately transported back to the 1920’s and still have very modern, classy drinks in hand?
Jibril
Hours: 12pm-12am, daily.
Address: 25, SS15/4B, Subang Jaya
Website: Jibril
Tel: 010-245 8056


Breakfast And Chill: 10 Klang Valley Cafés That Open Their Doors By 8am

Are you an early bird sort of person? Well, if you’re the morning sort of person, why not head to a café for breakfast? There are in fact several spots which open their doors by 8am and they’re the perfect place for you to grab something to bite before rushing off to your office. Besides, you don’t have to be stuck in traffic jams and munch on your boring ol’ sandwich when you head on over to these eateries in Klang Valley.
1. Tomato Café @ Yayasan Seni
Image Credit: Green Tomato Cafe
You might be surprised to even stumble upon this hidden gem in Kuala Lumpur because it is simple but still offers pretty good Western-style meals. This outdoor café serves Western breakfasts as well as their own take on homemade pizza. This is definitely a must-try place especially in the early morning, as you can enjoy your meal while being outdoors as well.
Hours: 8am-5pm, daily
Address: Yayasan Seni, 333, Persiaran Ritchie, Desa Pahlawan, 55000 Kuala Lumpur
Website: Green Tomato Café

Tel: 03-4251 5154
2. PULP by Papa Palheta
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PULP is known for their Instagram-worthy café interior. Many head on over here for a leisurely weekend brunch but did you know that they also open their doors by 7.30 am from Monday-Friday with weekends being the 9am exception? People head on over for delicious brews and it’s just the right dose to keep you energised for the day ahead.
Hours: Monday-Friday: 7.30am-10pm, Saturday-Sunday: 9am-11pm
Address: 29, Jalan Riong, Bangsar, 59100 Kuala Lumpur
Website: PULP
Tel: 03-2201 3650
3. Dotty’s Pastries & Coffee
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Dotty’s Pastries & Coffee is known for their French pastries, especially freshly baked goods that is asking for you to salivate. It serves delicious coffee and great breakfast meals. One of the must-try is their range of pastries and their signature salted egg yolk cronuts in particular. It’s best to head here earlier because even at an early hour like 8-9am, the pastries might just be sold out because it is after all what they are known for!
Hours: Wednesday-Monday: 8am-8pm, daily. (Closed on Tuesdays)
Address: 20, Jalan Tun Mohd Fuad 2, Taman Tun Dr Ismail
Website: Dotty’s Pastries & Coffee
Tel: 03-7733 4233
4. Antipodean, Bangsar
Image Credit: Timeout KL
Antipodean is known for their large menu on the chalkboard and you might just take a while to decide what you really want because of the extensive amount of dishes that they offer. A word of advice though: if you enjoy having a hearty breakfast before heading off to work, then Antipodean is right up your alley. Their big breakfasts are definitely worth your morning and it would certainly last you throughout lunchtime.
Hours: Monday-Thursday & Sunday: 8am-10pm, Friday-Saturday: 8am-11pm
Address: 20, Jalan Telawi 2, Bangsar Baru, 59100 Kuala Lumpur
Website: Antipodean Café
Tel: 03-2282 0411
5. Lokl Coffee Co
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If you like the smell of deliciously brewed coffee early in the morning, then check out this local coffee shop at Jalan Tun H. S. Lee. It may be small but it is definitely a quaint little stop where you can get your morning fix of java and a big breakfast! There are also desserts that you can try because what better way to start the day than with a slice of cake and some coffee?
Hours: 8am-6pm, daily
Address: 30, Jalan Tun H S Lee, City Centre, 50100 Kuala Lumpur
Website: Lokl Coffee Co
Tel: 03-2072 1188
6. Caffeinated Cabin
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Caffeinated Cabin is considered a hidden coffee spot and finding this place might prove to be tough. However, it shouldn’t be too hard to miss as it is located beside a salon. The rustic interior is filled with lush greeneries and it is an inviting environment and a perfect place to start your day at. They serve a range of pastries and big breakfasts here as well.
Hours: Tuesday-Sunday: 8am-7pm. (Closed on Mondays)
Address: 64, Jalan Gasing, Bukit Gasing, 46000 Petaling Jaya
Website: Caffeinated Cabin
Tel: 010-222 4321
7. Feeka Coffee Roasters
Image Credit: Malaysian Flavours
The interior of this café is of derelict walls but it isn’t necessarily a bad thing. Somehow, the combo of the torn up walls and of lighbulbs hanging off the ceiling actually works. It gives a grunge, rustic vibe to the place and they are known for their good coffee. Interestingly, the term ‘feeka’ is actually derived from a Swedish term meaning “have a break with some drinks and food’ and that is exactly what you can do here as you enjoy your break from the work-life for a bit with a hearty breakfast.
Hours: 8am-11pm, daily
Address: 19, Jalan Mesui, Bukit Bintang, 50200 Kuala Lumpur
Website: Feeka Coffee Roasters
Tel: 03-2110 4599
8. Three Little Birds Coffee
Image Credit: Isabel Lee
Three Little Birds Coffee is Sentul’s take on the coffee places open by 8am, with the slight exception of Sundays whereby they are open by 9am. This quaint little place is actually located within an area of office blocks but it is most packed not during lunch. It is in fact breakfast hours which sees this eatery being packed. What’s interesting is that Three Little Birds serves up Hojo Tea, which is actually a range of premium Japanese tea.
Hours: Monday-Thursday: 8am-11pm, Friday-Sunday: 8am-12am, Sunday: 9am-10pm
Address: D7, Jalan Sentul, Sentul, 51000 Kuala Lumpur
Website: Three Little Birds Coffee
9. Frisky Goat
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Frisky Goat, located in TTDI, is known for their comfort food of delicious, decadent cakes which are also freshly baked in the morning. The café has an European vibe to it and they serve great Western breakfasts, including savoury as well as sweet waffles, and French toasts.
Hours: 8am-1o.30pm, daily
Address: 72, Jalan Burhanuddin Helmi, Taman Tun Dr Ismail, 60000 Kuala Lumpur
Website: Frisky Goat
Tel: 03-7731 2965
10. Greyhound Café
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Greyhound Café is a pretty unique eatery to head to in the morning considering how their specialty is Thai cuisine. At this café  located right next to Fahrenheit 88, you can expect meals like Sandwich in a Bowl Salad, Galanga & Coconut Soup and Crispy Sweet Corn with Crab Meat. These are definitenly not your everyday cuisines and it is worth trying at least once!
Hours: Monday-Thursday, Sunday: 8am-11pm, Friday-Saturday: 8am-12am.
Address: Lot No. 02, Ground Floor, ANSA Kuala Lumpur, 101, Jalan Bukit Bintang, 55100 Kuala Lumpur
Website: Greyhound Café
Tel: 03-2148 1188
Feature Image Credit: TimeoutKL & Havehalalwilltravel.com


【Mid Valley】Star Wars星球大战展览会！还可以驾驶酷爆的战机巨大模型！

哇佬！这也太酷了吧！星球大战 Star Wars 竟然入侵KL 的Mid Valley啦！

各位星球粉丝们一定不可错过这次的星球大战主题展览啦~ 为了宣传好莱坞经典大片《Star Wars VII :The Force Awaken》即将在12月隆重上映，Star Wars里的各个酷爆的主角们将会降临到吉隆坡的Mid Valley和大家进行互动，是不是超棒的？！

现场除了有各个经典主角如白士兵和黑武士之外，还有巨无霸的X翼战机模型等你来“驾驶”它！
看看下面这个巨大的战机模型，是不是超酷的？你还可以坐进机舱里面拍照哦~感受以下电影的感觉~同时还可以拿光剑来拍照哦！是时候来耍点帅气的pose啦~

此外，展览当天还会售卖Star Wars的周边商品，满足星球粉丝们~ 这些模型的手工都非常细致逼真呢！

赶紧带你的小孩们或朋友一起来加入 星球一队吧！

地点：Mid Valley Megamall
地址：Mid Valley City Lingkaran Syed Putra 59200 Kuala LumpurMalaysia
开放时间：10.00am – 10.00pm
活动日期：18.11.2015 至 29.11.2015


圣诞主题展销会- KL WinterFest 好玩好吃又好看！惊喜礼品等着你～

圣诞节即将来临，你准备好迎接了吗？全马第一场以圣诞节为主题的展销会- KL WinterFest 即将在Mid Valley 引爆啦！不只有得购物、有美食还有精彩的节目等着大家呢！

此外，还有 许多促销及惊喜礼品送给大家，包括：

每日限定给首1000位参观者的免费礼品袋！先到先得噢！*送完为止*
每位到柜台登记的参观者都有机会赢得一部SHARP云端保安系统！无须任何消费，登记就可以了哟~ *须符合条规*
只要把一张现场自拍照上传打卡并#iloveklwinterfest，便有机会赢取实用家居电器，如：电蒸锅，电饭煲，果汁器等等！*须符合条规*
凡消费满RM500以上，就可参加幸运旋转有奖游戏！*须符合条规*
凡消费RM3000以上，就可到兑换柜台换取精美礼品！消费越高，可兑换的礼物价值也越高！

现场还有超过350个展位，汇集了各种来自世界各地的创意美食，还有 名厨现场示范，著名家电电器品牌，时尚生活商品，以及许多超好玩的游戏等你去挑战！当天的节目包括：

1. 蓝带名厨Datuk Fazley将亲自示范一两道精湛厨艺~不偷师不就亏大了吗！
2. 台湾虹吸式咖啡大賽冠军——Ruru老师特别示范利用Syphon壶，教你如何冲泡好咖啡！
3. 美国精品咖啡协会认证的咖啡师May Hung和Lea Lin也将为大家主讲咖啡讲座噢！
4. 现场特别准备旋转式巧克力火锅！
5. 圣诞老人将到场分发免费棉花糖&爆米花给所有的小朋友哦！
6. Ellen音乐学院将为大家呈现一首首悦耳动听的圣诞歌曲~
7. Queen Sheba (艺名：Kimora Jean, 前马来西亚小姐,也是演员兼模特儿）将会在现场表演一系列的精彩魔术！
8. AmberChia模特儿学院的小小模特儿 儿童时装秀！
而且现场还设有超漂亮的圣诞老人雪橇和驯鹿供大家拍照！小孩们一定会很喜欢～

这么棒的圣诞展销会，你怎么可以错过呢！
地点：Mid Valley Exhibition Centre (MVEC)
日期：12月16日 至 26日
时间：早上10点 至 晚上10点
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This Malaysian Airplane Café Lets Us Experience Dining In A "First Class Cabin"

The holiday season is upon us and if scrolling through your Instagram feed has you contracting serious FOMO feels, a local café has the cure.
And you don’t even have to bring along your passport. 😛

The Dreamliner Airways Café is a restaurant meant to resemble an airplane, complete with waiters dressed up as cabin crew members.

Upon walking into the restaurant, you’d be greeted by a boarding area replica. If you’ve ever wanted to know the current time in London, Tokyo, the US and Dubai, the wall clocks would come in handy.

The restaurant has even seen guests from England dropping by to experience the unique ambiance of the eatery.

The interior of the café feels just like an airplane, complete with windows where you can peek out at a make believe skyline.

Cosy up on chairs that resemble airplane seats and get the crew to snap a picture of you by the window too.

The Dreamliner Airways Café currently offers a Western menu with spaghettis, steaks and fish and chip dishes, just to name a few.

It’s no surprise that the restaurant is a great place to host parties too. In fact, a guest recently hosted her 24th birthday party here. What better way to celebrate your big day than “flying” first class to your dream destination, amirite?

Before you leave, be sure to wave goodbye to the “cabin crew” on board!

Those looking to have a meal in a pretty legit looking “airplane” can opt to give The Dreamliner Airways Café a try! If anything, it’s a great spot to snap a couple of pictures for your make believe vacay.
The Dreamliner Airways Café
Hours: 11am-11pm, daily
Address: 7, Jalan Harmonium 35/1, Taman Desa Tebrau, Johor Bahru
Website: The Dreamliner Airways Café
Tel: 07-364 7359


【正宗日本居家式料理馆?】[email protected] Damansara，让你一尝日式家常菜！

没有时间到日本旅行？又想要吃到正宗的美味日式料理？锵！锵！现在你不用出国就能在雪隆区尝到正宗的日式居家料理啦！今天小编要介绍的是位于Empire Damansara的Nippori。
而Nippori则是一家以居家式料理为主题的日式料理店。一踏进Nippori，感觉就像是来到了日本朋友的家中。他们家的装潢是以木质家具为主，让人坐在这都感到了超温暖的日式风～
Image Credit: Nippori
Image Credit: Nippori
而且不说你不知，他们家的老板和Nippori隔壁的日式甜点店——Harajucube是同一人啦！来到Nippori，除了环境舒适，他们家的料理也是一级棒的哦～
Image Credit: Nippori
在Nippori，他们的料理都是套餐式的。一般他们的套餐里都有一道主食、白饭、味噌汤、和蔬果。在这里吃午餐/晚餐肯定会让你吃饱饱的啦！而且他们家的套餐种类还算蛮丰富的。除了饭食之外，他们也有提供乌冬面给顾客多一个选择。
Image Credit: Nippori
在这里享受美食和舒适的环境之余，还可以拍照上传打卡！他们的套餐料理配上超日式风格的环境，小编相信很多朋友都会问你：“你在日本啊？”。
那吃了主餐，是不是就想吃甜点呢？Nappori也有提供日式刨冰——Kakigori给顾客啦！
Image Credit: Nappori
如果不想吃甜点，静静享受浓郁芳香的茶，也是一大享受啊！
Image Credit: Nippori
看到这里，是不是很想午餐就到这里来啊？快点拉上三朋好友一起到Nippori吧！
Nippori
地址：F-02(102), Heritage Lane, Empire Damansara, Jalan pju8/8, Damansara Perdana, Petaling Jaya, Malaysia.
营业时间：12pm-2.30pm；6pm-10pm （星期二至四，星期日）12pm-2.30pm；6pm-10.30pm（星期五至六）***星期一休息
联络电话：03-7733 8592
网址：Nippori
Featured Image Credit: Nippori & @joce.lee.tan


You Can ONLY Wear White T-Shirts To This Glow In The Dark Festival In KL!

Editor’s Note: As of December 28th, 2018, there has been an update to the Glowtopia festival event. Click here to find out more about it.
Your year end party’s about to be lit, what with the Glowtopia Festival set to take place on December 29-30.
And you can only wear white t-shirts to the party!

The 2-day event is an exclusive party and there’s only a set amount of tickets available.

The party is a utopia of its own and is meant to represent the last kingdom on earth. In the everlasting magical Kingdom of Glowtopia, gates are kept strictly locked and once a year, those who are lucky enough to receive the Kingdom’s keys are able to cross over to the super dope glow in the dark Glowtopia festival.

At Glowtopia, there will be food trucks and bazaars and get this, the food glows in the dark too!

But the main attraction would no doubt be the epic “Blacklight Slide”. Imagine a super-sized water slide which is pitch black and the participant giving it a go, is the only glowing “element”.

The Blacklight slide is in fact the largest glow in the dark inflatable slide in the world and it’s a concept right from the US.
This December, the slide will be making its debut in Malaysia.
Party goers above the age of 7 are able to give the slide a go.

If you’re keen to party the night (and year) away, opt to pre-register to secure your spot on Glowtopia’s official website.

Single entry passes are priced at RM89 and is inclusive of a wrist band. Meanwhile, groups of 4 can opt for the group entry passes, which is priced at RM340 (it’s also inclusive of a wrist band).

Premium entry is priced at RM149 and it is inclusive of a wrist band, free baggage deposit, free tube rental, a UV glow bottle, a premium t-shirt and a slide express lane.
Glowtopia Festival
When: December 29: 5pm-12am, December 30: 5pm-12am
Where: Bukit Jalil National Stadium
All Image Credit: Glowtopia


This M’sian Pastry House Takes Months To Expertly Curate Their Menu of Seasonal Pastries

Tiny Temptress in Bangsar keeps things fresh and interesting by changing up their menu every once in a while, and this includes for seasons like Christmas and Chinese New Year. Recently, this dessert house released a range of new desserts and the current menu will remain until Valentine’s Day 2017.
Founder of Tiny Temptress, Wendy took an average of 2 months to curate the current menu for her eatery and the Discover KL team recently had the opportunity to sample some of the newer desserts.

The first dessert we tried was the L’Affection (RM16). It features lychee cream, joconde sponge, strawberry gelee, biscuit base, chocolate glaze, biscuit base, fresh raspberry, rose petal and 23k edible gold flakes.

The lychee taste in this dish is strong but that isn’t a bad thing at all. In fact, Wendy told us that this one has gained mixed reactions from past customers as some found the lychee taste a little too strong whilst others enjoyed its refreshing flavour. The same could be said about our collective reaction upon trying this dish. It’s a tad too sweet for some but I personally found it creamy and each bite was more inviting than the previous. Considering how this dish had so many different elements included, I also found it befitting its price tag.

Rudolph The Red-Nosed Reindeer (RM15) is Tiny Temptress’ take on a classic tiramisu with a French twist. It features Mascarpone cream, a praline feulletine base, intense coffee ganache and light sponge.
The feulletine base is thick enough that when we bit into it, we felt a nice crunch. The texture itself tastes chocolatey and it totally melts in the mouth. We enjoyed how the flavours were effortless and the Rudolph doesn’t try too hard to be anything else other than the classic tiramisu that it was created to be. Add a reindeer’s face to this and we’ve got ourselves a clear winner on which our favourite of the day was.
The Red Apple (RM16) features honey mousse, spice-poached apple, almond dacquoise, a ginger bread cookie base and tempered chocolate decoration.
This particular dessert gathered mixed feelings around the table. It tastes really Christmas-y and considering that this dish was released in line with the festivity, it was really befitting for Tiny Temptress. It tasted too fruity for some of us and the nutty and gingery aftertaste lingers. However, one thing we collectively liked about The Red Apple is how light and airy it was.

Cheesy Baby (RM13) features blueberry cheese, vanilla mousseline, fresh blueberry, fresh blackberry and a lime crunch base. This dish is certainly an acquired taste, as we didn’t really enjoy the mousse and could not really taste the blueberry which is meant to be the star of the cake. However, when we ate each layer separately we discovered that the blueberry mousse on its own is rather tasty. It is the vanilla which was a tad bit too strong in flavour for our personal liking.
Lady B (RM14) features raspberry mousseline, a raspberry reduction, basil mousse, joconde sponge, Madagascar vanilla bean, vanilla mousse, Belgium white chocolate with roasted almond nibs coating, fresh raspberry and 23k edible gold flakes.
This was another one that gained mixed reactions from around the table. Perhaps it was due to the fact that it had a strong basil aftertaste that we’re not too used to in desserts. Personally, I enjoyed the element of basil in this dessert. It goes well with the other flavours such as the rose which gives the cake a fragrant taste. In fact, it tasted a lot like a dainty rose macaron. Some of us found the taste artificial but to me it was really refreshing and unique. How often do you get to taste rose-based desserts? To top it all off, the edible gold dust made this dish a fancy one fit for royalty.

Lychee Berries Tart (RM14) features lemon cream, almond, frangipane, lychee, fresh seasonal berries, a handmade tart shell, fresh rose petal and edible gold dust.
This dessert is not one of Tiny Temptress’ latest offerings but it remains as a classic. It has a strong lychee taste that I enjoyed. The pastry did not crumble as well which was a plus point. The crust is dense and had a strong buttery taste which made it a creamy and crispy accompaniment to the smooth custard filling.

After trying all the desserts, we stole several minutes of Wendy’s time to discuss about cakes and more. In curating the menu, Wendy mentioned how the team is very detailed in their creation. In fact, they have to get even the slightest thing right such as the sizing of a slice of dessert. Even if they were to go off by a milimeter, it would make a big difference in the resulting dessert.
The menu is also seasonal in the sense that Wendy comes up with a new menu every few months. Some customers have requested for several key desserts to remain on the menu, such as the Rudolph dessert however Wendy tells us that after the Christmas season, she would perhaps improvise and give Rudolph a new look instead.

Patisseries are aplenty in Klang Valley and it might be a saturated industry but what sets Tiny Temptress apart is their seasonal menu and their dedication to provide desserts that are imaginative and elaborate. Some of the desserts that they provide include up to 10 ingredients!
At the end of the day, the clear favourite was the Rudolph The Red Nosed Reindeer dessert and it was more than just its looks. The taste was also on point and  it was more than that. It was the atmosphere, it was the experience and most of all it was Tiny Temptress’ love for pastries. This current menu will be available until Valentine’s Day so be sure to head on over to sample some of these for yourself!
Tiny Temptress Artisan Patisserie Bangsar
Hours: Tuesday-Thursday, Sunday: 1pm-11pm, Friday-Saturday: 1pm-12am. (Closed on Mondays)
Address: 6, Jalan Telawi 2, Bangsar, Kuala Lumpur
Tel: 03-2201 1537


We visited the famous pineapple farm in Kajang & had a pineapple overload. No regrets.

If you think there’s not much to do at a pineapple farm, Saudagar Nanas in Kajang would have you think again.
The road leading into the farm is unpaved dirt, and we have to admit our vehicles took a bit of a beating from the dusty rocky path on the way up (the farm is spread out across a sloping hill).
On our way up, we saw expensive vehicles making the same excruciating crawl up and down, and wondered, “Why would they do this to their cars? Is this trip really worth the potential scratches and dinks?”
Well, we’d soon find out.

Pineapples love warm, sunny weather, and the sun was absolutely blasting down our backs the day we visited.

A word of advice: even if you think you’re early (we arrived around 10.30AM), you might want to aim for earlier to beat the crowds and the heat.
Saying that this place is popular is quite the understatement.

People don’t necessarily come here to look at the rows upon rows of growing pineapples, as that sight gets old pretty quickly.

What they come here for is the good food, or so we’d heard, which boasts a mix of pineapple-based and regular local delights.

There are snacks, main meals, desserts, and drinks.
After taking pictures and videos of the pineapple plants, we lined up and placed our orders. It was quite an organised process, and they accept e-wallet payments too.
Since we came in a larger group, some of us secured seating while the rest waited to pick up our food, a strategy I’d recommend.

Desserts from the large fridges next to the counter are self-service, so you can grab them while queueing.

As we waited for our cooked food and drinks to arrive, we dug into an assortment of sweet treats, all pineapple-based, of course.

The Pineapple Cup Cake was topped with bright yellow cream and drizzled with a caramelised pineapple sauce, and underneath, the cupcake itself was moist.

The base was a pineapple jam spread which made it a little too sweet for us, but we have a feeling kids would have a blast with this one.
The Pineapple Japanese Creampuff toned down the sweetness, though it would’ve been nicer if the light and fluffy cream had a stronger pineapple flavour.

While the Pineapple Cheese Cake (Jar) served at Saudagar Nanas isn’t as rich as most cheesecakes, it’s still pretty creamy.
Instead of a genuine pineapple jam flavour though, I felt as though a pineapple extract had been used alongside sugar to sweeten the dessert.
We were down to our last sweet pastry with the Pineapple Cheese Tart (4 pieces) and these were actually my favourite dessert. Not too far off from the cheesecake, but more savoury, plus their bite-sized nature made them quite addictive.

The most attention-grabbing drink out of the bunch was the Kopi Nanas Ais, but it turned out to be quite weak and disappointing. Neither the coffee nor the pineapple was distinctive, though we’re glad we tried it for the novelty.
If you’re looking for refreshing pineapple drinks, you’re spoilt for choice here as they have the Pineapple MD2 Juice Cup, Pineapple Shake, and Pineapple Float to quench your thirst.
By this point, our taste buds were likely already pineapple-ised (I made that up) and we couldn’t taste many differences between those drinks, but they all got a thumbs up from the team.

We had originally wanted to try their Nasi Lemak Nanas Ayam Goreng Berempah (Basmathi) and Pineapple Fried Rice, but the former had already run out even before lunchtime, and the latter would only be served from 3PM onwards.
So, we proceeded with other interesting pineapple dishes which included the Set Karipap Nanas Daging/Ayam and Set Nanas Goreng.

The curry puffs were hands-down my favourite savoury dish there, with their deliciously crispy, fried-to-golden-perfection crusts.
They weren’t packed with filling either, which is actually my preference, but whatever filling was in there was fragrant and flavourful.
The meat was well-seasoned with a texture that complemented the flaky crust, and the pineapple was integrated seamlessly into the filling.
It provided an unmistakable sweetness to the curry puffs, enhancing their savouriness.
The Set Nanas Goreng were battered and fried pineapple chunks, and though you might think that pineapples have too much water content to fry well, Saudagar Nanas pulled it off.
The result was steaming hot, battered pineapple chunks that became even juicier and sweeter, their tartness cooked away.

There was a caramelised quality to each fritter too. As delicious as they were, we got a bit sick of their sweetness after a while, and struggled to finish a plate, even as a group of five.
In between the savoury bites of curry puff, we also tried the Pineapple MD2 Ice Cream Cup, which was unique.
Like some of the other desserts, this tasted like a pineapple extract and not a pineapple jam infused ice cream. Still sweet and delicious, but not very “natural” tasting.
If you want to finish off your meal with a dessert that’s authentic to Saudagar Nanas though, look nowhere further than their Pineapple MD2 Freshly Cut Fruits (Cup).

They’re as fresh as can be, cut up right behind the kitchen, and naturally sweet and juicy. It’s no surprise, since Saudagar Nanas specialises in the MD2 variety, said to be one of the world’s sweetest varieties of pineapple.

As delicious as they are, eating too much at a go will have you feeling the effects of the bromelain, so pace yourself.
Did you know: Bromelain dissolves the protective mucous coating your tongue and the roof of your mouth, allowing the pineapple’s acid to irritate them easier. You’ll feel this as a “burning” sensation, which leaves you feeling like someone sandpapered your mouth.
For souvenirs, you can take home whole MD2 pineapples harvested by the farm. They go for RM6 per kilogram.

You could also buy pineapple cuttings to try your hand at growing them, or just buy a decorative plant that’s from the same family as pineapples.

Those aside, we saw Sambal Nanas and Sos Cili Nanas being sold too.

When we were ready to leave by early afternoon, we were all feeling the pineapple overload, with some of my colleagues even swearing off pineapples for the next month or so.
My biggest takeaway is that, with the quality of pineapples Saudagar Nanas has, they should try and keep the natural pineapple sweetness in their desserts instead of adding processed sugar.
That would really give their desserts more of an edge and help them stand out, but I understand the need to cater to Malaysian sweet-toothed appetites. Plus, clearly, whatever they’re doing is already working to draw in huge crowds.

For an enjoyable trip to Saudagar Nanas, pack a hat and sunglasses, and don’t take your favourite car.
Saudagar Nanas
Address: Lot 3000 Kg Sg Merab Luar, 43000 Kajang, Selangor
Contact: 010-288 2987
Website: https://www.facebook.com/saudagar.nanas/


Kiara Cakes Review: This Mont Kiara Cafe Is Home To 50 Types Of Desserts!

Airy, spacious, trendy and vibrant are the four words that can be used to describe Kiara Cakes. Home to over 50 different types of desserts in the form of cakes, cookies, pies, loafs and pastries there is a wide selection for every palate out there!
Yeah, sure every other cafe may also greet their patrons with a feast for their eyes. But Kiara Cakes actually changes up their coffee and cakes menu on a daily basis for that added element of surprise. While there’s an average of 20-30 cakes served per day (alongside a myriad of other desserts), once a certain cake sells out, it is replaced with a new batch.
Tip: If you’ve got a specific cake in mind, you can always drop Kiara Cakes a Facebook message prior to dropping by.

“But how does a three-month-old dessert shop bake so many treats and serve single origin coffees that also changes with different batches?”
The answer, my friend, can be traced back to Trincy and Robbie’s love for desserts. The co-founders of this space were inspired by their frequent visits to various cafes in KL and they decided to leave their day jobs to pursue their passion in the F&B sector.
Trincy who was a banker for 9 years tapped into the ever-growing scene of homebakers in Kuala Lumpur. She personally approaches the masterminds behind famous desserts such as Cake Tella for a delicious supply of cakes.
Therefore, Kiara Cakes obtains only the freshest of baked goods to add into their endless cycle of baked delights. Every cake or batch obtained is QC-ed by Trincy herself too. With such dedication and love of sharing only the best cakes in the Klang Valley, you could say that Kiara Cakes is the dessert hub for homebakers, or a final “dessert-ination” for homebaked cakes. 😉
Dessert spread at Kiara Cakes
Besides that, Robbie, a graphic designer and partner to Trincy, took the reins on the cafe’s interior design, the design of the menus, furnishings and even recipes for the kitchen. The idea of installing neon lights and introducing navy blue as the accent color in this cafe was purposefully done to inject an element of fun in the minimalist-monochrome cafe design culture.
Hence, their interiors feature beautifully designed navy blue and gray tables, vintage sofas with green cushions, a navy blue accent wall and a neon light signage.
Rubber wood and white tiled coffee bar
The bar on the other hand was designed by Trincy. It features white tiles and a light gum wood counter top which adds a sophisticated and clean look to the cafe. On the top shelf behind the bar are rows of in-house brewed Kombucha teas that are a perfect cool down for our hot sunny weather.
Kombucha tea
Garnished with a lemon wheel, their Kombucha tea (RM13) is slightly fizzy with a hint of tartness balanced by mild sweetness.
Bet you didn’t know that Trincy and Robbie were also the masterminds behind Milligram Cafe! With four years of experience under their belts in running this coffee house, they have brought over a wide selection of coffee beans and drinks to be enjoyed with their desserts at Kiara Cakes!
Lychee, Strawberry, Rose Cloud Cake, Pandan Gula Melaka Cake, Burnt Cheesecake
We had the pleasure of tasting their hand brewed coffee, the Ethiopia Guji Haro Korma coffee (RM15). With its tasting notes of berries, cherry, pineapple and a wine-y hint, it paired well with their Pandan Gula Melaka Cake (RM15).
If you’re craving something that tastes pretty, and makes you feel pretty from the inside with every bite, their Lychee, Strawberry and Rose Cloud cake (RM14.5) is the one for you. This is our personal favourite because the icing crown is very flavorful and not too sweet. It’s also the perfect companion to the really soft and fluffy sponge cake base.
For a cheesy treat, their Burnt Cheesecake (RM16) is definitely worth a try. With Trincy’s added touch of whipped cream on the side, the tart, sweet and cheesy flavors of this dessert is rounded off with a smooth finish. It’s like every bite ends with a fulfilled sigh.
Salted Egg Yolk Croissant
Another sinful and delectable dessert worth noting is their Salted Egg Yolk Croissant (RM8.5). Molten salted egg yolk encased in a fluffy puff pastry and coated with salted egg yolk crumbles, this golden baked treat is like no other.
After 8 Latte, Flat White
Their After 8 Latte (RM11) is one of their signature drinks that will be a delight to mint lovers. Inspired by Trincy’s love for minty desserts and drinks, the mintiness of this drink enters your palate very gradually and disappears as quietly as it came. To create a taste comparison with a normal coffee, we ordered a good ol’ flat white that was equally as full-bodied, fragrant and smooth.
As coffee is also one of Kiara Cakes’ pride and joy, every batch of beans brought over has been carefully selected from their suppliers such as The Hub and VCR. Prepared by trained baristas, they are fighting the stigma that dessert shops serve sub-par coffees, one brew at a time.

Besides that, they also have Callebaut Chocolate (75%) beverages and T2 teas.
Sharing from her many years of experience in matching desserts with beverages, Trincy suggested that the best drink to pair with any dessert would be light tasting teas such as the Lemongrass and ginger, chamomile or sencha teas as it would not mask the delicate flavors of desserts. She further explained that sweet treats are best paired with light beverages whereas chocolate-based desserts are best paired with fruity coffee beans.
We then tested out the theory by pairing their absolutely adorable macarons (RM15.5 for 2) with the hand poured coffee and the lemon meringue with a flat white.
Assorted Macarons
The tartness of the lemon meringue (RM14.5) was nicely balanced with the milkiness of the flat white and the fragrance of the pastry became even more apparent as well. On the other hand, the sweetness of the macarons combined with the fruity notes of the Ethiopian coffee made for a delightful mouthful of flavors.
Although this cafe is called Kiara Cakes, they do also serve a variety of pies, sandwiches and hot meals such as Mac and Cheese, Pesto Penne or Pomodoro Eggplant Pasta. To go into more detail, they have mushroom, chicken and onion beef pies for RM18, avocado or smoked salmon open toasts for RM20 and even a vegan quiche for RM16.5.
Their mushroom quiche with feta cheese (RM15.5) is a memorable one with a buttery crust lining, creamy body and chunks of feta cheese sprinkled on top.
Mushroom Quiche, Lemon Meringue
Pastry Section next to the cakes (not in picture)
In addition to their top notch service and food in their cafe, they also take requests for baked goods, catering services and deliveries. Whatever you need, Kiara Cakes are more than willing to make your wildest cake dreams come true!
Plus, Garden International School staffs, students and their parents are entitled to a 10% discount off their total bill from Mondays to Fridays. Available on Grabfood and Grabpay, we can truly feel their excitement to serve the community the best cakes and coffees in town.

From the outside looking in, it may appear like another hipster cafe in some obscure neighborhood. But the moment you open the door, you’re greeted with cheerful baristas and a heavenly smell of baked goods at the counter. And don’t even get us started on their hospitality.
With Trincy’s knowledge and the eagerness of their staff members, every customer is given the best service. Being aware of their large spread of delicacies, they’re more than happy to explain what they’re all about and also the perfect drink to pair with them.
Besides that, they’ve also got hand-stamped coffee cups for you to pick up a coffee or two. We’d recommend their warm hand-poured coffee or refreshing Kombucha tea as a perfect traffic companion. Throw in a salted egg yolk croissant and you’re all set to brave the traffic!
Kiara on the road

Kiara Cakes
Hours: Mondays-Tuesdays: 8am-6pm; Thursdays-Fridays: 8am-6pm; Saturdays-Sundays: 9am-7pm (Closed on Wednesdays)
Address: 7-4, Vista Kiara Shoppe, Jalan Kiara 3, Mont Kiara, 50480, Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur
Website: Kiara Cakes
Tel: 03-6206 4335


Our Beloved Nasi Briyani Gets A Siew Yoke Upgrade At Publika’s “Meat The Porkers”

Who would’ve thought that the tasty and crunchy siew yoke would go so well with nasi briyani? Well, apparently Meat The Porkers did. This eatery in Publika serves a mix between dishes from 2 different cultures, and we definitely can’t get enough of it!
Imagine delicious buttery rice coupled with juicy meat which has been lathered with garam masala and slowcooked? That is what you get with their nasi briyani siew yoke dish.
Image Credit: Eat Drink KL
Don’t be surprised with the bar which is located in this eatery as well. Meat The Porkers also serves delicious cocktails that would definitely go well with porky dishes. When it comes to the eatery’s interior, it is simple and has a similar concept to a speakeasy bar, only more spacious and brighter.
Image Credit: Eat Drink KL
The star of the restaurant itself is made out of well-cooked Jasmine rice mixed in with Indian spices and crunchy siew yoke on top.
Image Credit: Rachelheah
Besides that, you should also try out their signature Tandoori pork ribs which comes with a few sauces to pair alongside. Interestingly enough, the meat is tender and moist eventhough tandooris tend to be pretty dry.
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For something lighter, their bacon and cheese naan pairs very well with bhindi masala, an okra dish. Not to mention, it goes well with yoghurt and even with fragrant rice.
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If you are up for more, you should get your drinking game on and try out their rum-infused mango lassi cocktails. This is one drink you probably would have never heard of and it is a unique cocktail to try.
Image Credit: Eat Drink KL
Meat The Porkers breaks tradition with their dishes, and the unique inclusion of a cocktail bar. It’s certainly one eatery you should add to your must-try list!
Meat The Porkers
Hours: Wednesday-Monday: 12pm-3pm, 6pm-10.30pm. (Closed on Tuesdays).
Address: D1-G3-5 Jalan Solaris Dutamas 1, Kuala Lumpur
Website: Meat The Porkers
Tel: 019-987 1945
Feature Image Credit: Eat Drink KL & Qgwen


Here're The Lucky Winners For The OneRepublic Singing Competition!

The much anticipated OneRepublic concert is less than 2 weeks away and to get fans pumped up for the upcoming show, WGW Entertainment organised a OneRepublic singing competition over last weekend.
The competition was supported by Malaysia Major Events (MME), a division of Malaysia Convention and Exhibition Bureau, (MyCEB), a bureau under the Ministry of Tourism and Culture.
The HUNTING FOR NEW VOICES competition saw fans of OneRepublic and aspiring singers battling it out for the prize money and exclusive concert tickets.

Essentially, it was a live music cover competition and contestants were free to compete as a solo performer or as a band. On April 7, the contestants battled it out, belting iconic OneRepublic songs like Counting Stars, Apologize and Stop And Stare.
The contestants were assessed by 4 judging criteria: Voice Power, Rhythm & Tempo, Vocal Expression and Stage Presence.
It was definitely a tough competition to judge, what with all the talent going around. Ultimately, Pitt Sarmon walked away as the grand prize winner, winning RM3000 and 2 rock zone tickets worth RM578.
The 2nd prize winner was Affan and he walked away with RM2000 and 2 rock zone tickets worth RM578, while the 3rd prize winner was Ullyseus. He walked away with RM1000 and 2 rock zone tickets worth RM578.

Tickets to OneRepublic’s concert in Malaysia are selling fast, with the CAT 4 tickets being completely sold out and the VIP zone tickets being snapped up like hot cakes. If you’ve yet to pick up a ticket, you can visit www.ticketcharge.com.my or drop their ticketing hotline a call at +603-9222 8811.
Meanwhile, stay tuned to DiscoverKL for more OneRepublic updates coming your way real soon! 😉


8 Bakers Who Are Responsible For The Cakes Behind KL's Most Popular Cafés

Have you ever wondered where your favourite cafe-bought cakes actually originate from?
While some cafes bake their cakes in-house, others have external suppliers (this is largely due to the fact that the cafes do not have their own bakery). So, the next time you’re hitting up your favourite cafe, the cakes you enjoy there might very well be from a home-based baker.
Here are the unsung “heroes” (armed with a whisk and baking ingredients) responsible for some of our favourite cakes at renowned cafes like Merchant’s Lane, The Red Beanbag and Happ Cafe.
1. Fito
Image Credit: Fito
Fito was started by a pair of siblings and is currently run by one half of the duo alongside another part timer. Formerly known as Cookies Go Round, the name of the bakery now stands for “a fun fair in the oven”.
They have been supplying cakes to Three Little Birds for the past 4 years and that cafe still receives a monthly supply of 5-7 cakes from Fito.

However, most of Fito’s orders are actually from retail consumers.
The Hojo Darjeeling Chiffon, Vanilla Berry and Valrhona Chocolate Mousse Cake are all available at Three Little Birds Coffee.
Website: Fito
Find their cakes at: Three Little Birds Coffee
2. Little Tee Cakes
Image Credit: Little Tee Cakes
Little Tee Cakes is run by a team of 6 and they’ve been supplying to the likes of Merchant’s Lane, Three Little Birds Coffee and Swee Lee right from the start.
The supplying partnership began when sisters Mei Yii and Hui Yii had a friend opening a cafe.
“Back then, we were baking for fun, to keep us occupied during our free time. We started supplying to them and the demand was good. Within the first month, we had a few more cafes to supply. Eventually it became a full time job,” they shared with DiscoverKL.
Little Tee Cakes’ bestsellers are their Vanilla or Chocolate Salted Caramel Cookie, followed by the Chocolate Nutella, Carrot Walnut and Red Velvet cakes.
Website: Little Tee Cakes
Find their cakes at: Merchant’s Lane, Three Little Birds Coffee, Swee Lee, One Half Ilaika, Awesome Canteen, Dungun, Jao Tim, Grey Sky Morning, Glaze Eatery, Seven Cups, Ante @ 1Utama, Coffee & Toast Damen, Zen & Co. Coffee Coffea SS2+ Plaza Arkadia, Embassy @ The Starling Mall, Glaze Eatery, Brew & Bread, Caffeine, Fifth Avenue, Good Food & Co.
3. Baked KL
Image Credit: Baked KL
Baked KL is run by a diverse group of individuals (a singer, graphic designer and an underwriter) with a mutual love for sweet treats.
They have been supplying their gluten-free Brown Cow and Madagascar brownies to LOKL for 5 years now and supply 20+ trays a month.
When asked how their supplying partnership began, Baked KL shared, “We were searching for a cafe that resonates with us, that genuinely cares about the people running the business and people supporting the business. LOKL was it, they are like one big supportive family and I believe that’s why our partnership has stretched this long.”
What’s sweet about Baked KL is the fact that a portion of their profits go to a different cause each year.
Website: Baked KL
Find their Brown Cow & Madagascar desserts at: LOKL Coffee
4. OneateZero
Image Credit: OneAteZero
OneateZero is the brainchild of Jason Loo and Claire Diong, and the pair manage everything for the business, from the purchasing and the R&D to even cake delivery to cafes.
OneateZero has been supplying an average of 120 cakes per month to The Red Beanbag since 2013—they are also the Yellow Brick Road’s sole supplier.
Jason shared that the partnership with The Red Beanbag began when he was a barista there.
“I started to collaborate with them to supply cakes and sell at the cafe. The response was great and friends from other cafes started recommending us,” he said.
From the delicious array of cakes by OneateZero—including a Guinness Chocolate Cake, Earl Grey Pistachio Chiffon and Rum & Raisin Mille Crepe—Jason recommends going for their Basque-style Burnt Cheesecake.
Website: OneateZero
Find their cakes at: The Red Beanbag, Yellow Brick Road, 30 Seconds, The Owls Café, The Owls Café @ One Space, New Chapter by The Owls, Foremula
5. Jo’s Bakery
Image Credit: Jo’s Bakery
Jo’s Bakery is founded by Josephine and the team comprises of herself and one staff member.
They’ve been supplying to Brew & Bread bakery for about a year but they also supply to other bakeries around KL, such as Good Blue Men, Posh and Red Cup.
Almost all of Jo’s Bakery’s cake flavours are available at these cafes but they vary depending on the cafe orders.
If you’re ever at one of the cafes, Jo’s Bakery recommends having either the Lime Avocado, Earl Grey, Pandan Coconut or the Chocolate Yuzu.
Website: Jo’s Bakery
Find their cakes at: Brew & Bread, Good Blue Men, Posh, Red Cup.
6. Petiteserie by Janice Siew
Image Credit: Petiteserie by Janice Siew
Petiteserie by Janice Siew is started by Janice Siew herself.
The baker works with a team of 5 and she has been supplying to Room 203 for 4+ months now and the relationship began way back even when the cafe was based in Publika.
Janice shared with DiscoverKL that she supplies cakes and pastries to plenty of other cafes as well but Room 203 is the most prominent one.
Janice recommends going for either one of her bestselling cakes: the Gula Melaka Banana or the Cendol Cake.
Website: Petiteserie by Janice Siew
Find their cakes at: Room 203
7. M Cake Boutique
Image Credit: M Cake Boutique
M Cake Boutique is run by a team of 5 and they have been supplying to Happ Cafe for the past 3 years now.
On average, M Cake Boutique supplies a whopping 200 cakes per month and the flavours available at the cafe are the Chamomile Honey, Sakura, Blue Fairy, Kyoto Dream, Ferrero, Crispy Chocolate, Tiramisu and Baked Cheesecake.
Their recommended cakes would be the Blue Fairy Cheesecake and the Sakura.
Website: M Cake Boutique
Find their cakes at: Happ Café, Mechanic Café, Tea+, Medal Mad
8. SugarWorks
Image Credit: SugarWorks
SugarWorks is run by Aishah Hussin and the team comprises of herself, her sister and an assistant baker.
They supply to the likes of The Augmented SS2, Plat Du Jour Cyberjaya, Essence Cafe Puchong, Kamilah Cafe Putra Heights and Kiara Cakes.
SugarWorks has been supplying to these cafes from anywhere between 1 month to close to 2 years, with the Augmented being the longest partnership of 19 months.
SugarWorks supplies 40-50 cakes/tarts to these cafes per month and their recommended cake would be the Burnt Cheese Cake at The Augmented and the Lemon Meringue Tart at Plat Du Jour.
Website: SugarWorks
Find their cakes at: The Augmented SS2, Plat Du Jour Cyberjaya, Essence Cafe Puchong, Kamilah Cafe Putra Heights and Kiara Cakes
Feature Image Credit: Baked KL, OneateZero


Nasi Lemak Fusion Trends Are Getting Out Of Control—It's Got To Stop, Period

There comes a point where you just stop trying.
When you’ve been blue ticked after 10 consecutive messages.
When you’ve jio’ed a friend out time and time again
but they don’t show.

When you jump on the hybrid food bandwagon though it’s clearly no longer relevant.
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I’m talking about none other than the nasi lemak fusion trend.
At this point in time, we’ve had our fair share of hybrid dishes featuring the well-loved dish:

Nasi lemak burgers
Nasi lemak cheesecakes
Nasi lemak pizzas
Nasi lemak gelatos
Nasi lemak sandwiches
Nasi lemak teas
Nasi lemak sushis
Nasi lemak pastas
Nasi lemak waffles

And how much are you willing to bet that there’s actually far more to this list than we’ve even bothered to list?
Image Credit: AsiaOne
Anchovies and sambal are arguably 2 of the elements with the strongest flavour profile in any nasi lemak and it’s never going to work in a gelato or a cheesecake. Or tea, for that matter.
If you’re going to craft a fusion dish, you had better know what you’re doing and you had better do it right.
Some mashups just don’t work: like Nicki Minaj and BTS for one.
And worse still: when it comes to food, nothing ruins a restaurant’s reputation quite like a badly done dish.
Yet, many eateries are still willing to take that risk.
I do see where our local eateries are coming from though.
The nasi lemak hybrid trend definitely works to spark a buzz.
Remember how the internet blew up when myBurgerLab sought to introduce the nasi lemak burger on its menu?
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Most would try such a dish out of curiosity but because the flavours would hardly ever work together like a charm, it’s hard to generate return customers.
It’s clear that not many would return for that nasi lemak sushi or nasi lemak pizza, nor would it be their all-time favourite dish.
Hence, where some might see it as a fusion dish, all I see is con-fusion.
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Don’t get me wrong though. By no means am I bashing the hybrid food trend as a whole. It works for a reason. It’s a breath of fresh air in a saturated F&B scene.
There’s the cronut frenzy back in 2013 which perhaps might have just been one of the pioneering dishes in the fusion food trend.
And then, there’s the genius ramen burger trend and the croffle—an interesting combination of croissants and waffles.
If you’re looking to stand out (frankly, which eatery doesn’t want this?), it’s natural to desire to be different: whether that might be a good kind of different or in this case, a terrible one.
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Still, there’s a very fine line between being an innovative trendsetter and someone who’s doing it just for the laughs or for 15 seconds of fame.
So where does one draw the line?
Nasi lemak milkshakes and nasi lemak kuehs?
The way I see it, when you strip the core elements of a nasi lemak and mash it together in a dish that you know won’t work together—both in theory and practice—you’re essentially serving up a dose of disrespect to the nasi lemak.
Image Credit: MyBurgerLab
So here it is. Here’s my open letter to all Malaysian eateries: stop trying to ruin a perfectly perfect dish.
No, your nasi lemak cheesecake or nasi lemak burger is not a genius idea and it’s gone past the mark of being creative. At this point, it’s clear that you’re just doing it for f*ck’s sake.
So stop ruining one of Malaysia’s most iconic dishes and just leave the nasi lemak alone.
Feature Image Credit: JoanLuvFeeling, AsiaOne


We spent money at (almost) every stall in Sunny Side Up Market, here’s our RM1,041 haul

Sunny Side Up Market, a curated community market at Slate at The Row, had their annual Merdeka edition last weekend.
There were a total of about 30 stalls in the 3,300 sq. ft space. It did feel rather packed, with aisles just big enough for two to walk through side by side.

Thankfully, quite a bit of the crowd seemed to have ebbed upon our arrival at 3.30PM, since the market runs from 11AM to only 5PM.
Left with little time on our hands and lots of stalls to go through, we (and by we, I mean mainly Sarah) began her buying spree (to support local and also for the sake of content).
Cheese, please
The duo behind the D’Artisan Cheese counter were busy educating customers and pan-grilling cheese for testers, a mini see-through fridge full of various cheeses to their right.

Parmamia and Kerabu from the hard cheeses category, Asiago aged for two years, Cam Blue and Caerphilly Blue from the blue cheese category, to even a Vegan Parmesan, among many other varieties, were on display, ready for purchase.

None of us there could really call ourselves cheese connoisseurs, but I settled for a Fleur Rose after trying a variety of mild to stronger cheeses.
Purchase: RM40

Post PurchaseSade: It’s semi-soft as advertised, and mild enough to enjoy on some bread, with a delicious floral undertone almost reminiscent of rose syrup. Overall, a great pick.
Art from the heart
The next stall, Bingka, was much more colourful, draped in tote bags, silk screen-printed scarves, placemats, and more. Each one sported familiar motifs of Malaysian heritage culture, such as Peranakan prints and patterns.

They’re ideal for someone who wants to carry a bit of home wherever they go, or for a tourist who wants something more meaningful than a magnet or mug to remember our country by.

Here, we purchased a pouch that’s shaped like a teacup with a tea bag.
Purchase: RM40
Post PurchaseSarah: The price seems a little steep for such a small pouch but I love the unique design and it really feels like a high quality product. No regrets on this buy!
Made for a child’s smile
At Oh Beatrice’s store, we spotted her signature work, Dumpling the Tiger, which tells the story of an unexpected adventure and friendship between two very different individuals.
Beyond that, she had other artworks up for sale, drawn in a pastel-forward, sketched style that’s appealing to the eye and fits right in a children’s book.

Though we’re probably only children at heart, we opted to buy a cat pin (the very last one in stock there) from her.
It’s now pinned on the teacup pouch from Bingka (in the picture above).
Purchase: RM25
Snack on
Back into the food zone we went with Moonie Bunch, which calls itself a “snacker’s paradise”.

Laid out on their station was a variety of hand-popped popcorn in flavours like chocolate and caramel, and brownies for the more sweet-toothed.

Purchase: RM12
Post PurchaseSarah: The caramel popcorn is well coated and crunchy. Some bits may be a little sweet but my sweet tooth didn’t mind at all.
Some bling and booch to go
Working together at a booth were Laithalia Jewellery and Muunchew, with fine handmade jewellery and Johor-made kombucha, respectively.

Sarah bought a delicate necklace with a unique 3D-cut style pendant of a lion from Lathalia, and, not generally a fan of kombucha herself, made me pick a flavour.

Sadly, the first few flavours I gravitated towards (The Pink Potion, with watermelon, strawberry, and mint, and The Classic Quench, with lime and mint) had already sold out.
I ended up choosing The Oriental Blossom, with pear and osmanthus, and this was refreshingly tasty, so much so that Sarah got hooked and ended up finishing it too.
Purchase: RM59 at Laithalia, and RM14 at Muunchew
Dear dairy, today we bought a brownie
Next was another stall that tingled our sweet-toothed senses, as dear dairy had fudge brownies, blondies, and chunky cookies.

Though the bases are prepped beforehand, the final touches such as toppings are done then and there. After perusing their options, we purchased a good ‘ol “Plain But Not Boring” fudge brownie (what can we say, we’re simple people).
Purchase: RM9
Post PurchaseMatt: The brownie struck the right balance when it came to moistness. It was fudgey, not cakey, and had a mild sweetness that let the chocolate shine.
Familiar Malaysian scenes imprinted on paper
Locals cracking open fresh coconuts and taking refreshing sips, a durian feast right at a stall, a Raya open house visit, and more.
Kuen Stephanie’s characters in her art have no faces, but that’s what makes them unique: you could easily be them, doing what they’re portrayed as doing in these scenes.

A self-taught artist, she’s been honing her craft for the past two decades or so, she shared when I asked. From her, we bought a baggage tag, perfect as revenge-travelling decor.
Purchase: RM25
Banoffee thera-pie
“Ready to induce your happy hormones?”, Farisya Bakes AKA The Cake Therapist’s banner asked us.

We definitely were enticed by its banoffee, which called our name louder than the choux, cookie bars, and cheesecake bars.
Purchase: RM18
Post PurchaseSade: We were recommended the coffee toffee version of the banoffee, it was like a sweet tiramisu with hints of toffee and banana, melting harmoniously in our mouths.
Crockery with personality
Sarah, lover of beautiful and unique crockery, openly admitted that her decision to visit Sunny Side Up Market had largely hinged on her desire to see Cozycave’s creations in person.

From delicate glassware to ceramic tableware sets decorated with glaze, Sarah had a hard time making a decision.

She ended up settling for two different pairs of beautiful bowls, but not before assuring everyone within hearing range that she will, one day, be back for more.
Purchase: RM120
Post PurchaseSarah: NGL, I regret not also getting their ceramic mugs, and another set of the glass bowls in a different colour.
Bars for the bathroom
Handcrafted, artisanal facial and body cleansing products are at the core of what webarebars does. They have a small but attractive menu of scented and unscented items, which would make thoughtful gifts for someone who loves self-care.

We left the stall with a small freesia-scented facial bar shaped like a flower as a gift for a fellow colleague.
Purchase: RM29
Tahini in cookies and brownies
That’s what helps The Mr. Bakes stand out in the myriad of home-baked goods in Malaysia. It all started with a friend’s mother’s recipe, as we first learnt in our 2021 feature of the business.

We won’t spoil the rest of how this business’s story came to be, but we will say that we walked away with two mini butter loaves, pineapple express, and gula apong.
Purchase: RM60
Post PurchaseSarah: The gula apong butter loaf is not too sweet, moist, and makes a perfect afternoon treat. The pineapple butter loaf has a distinct tangy taste that goes so well with tea!
Keeping it Khlean
Khlean is a Malaysian clean beauty brand with only three products for now: lip balms in Original, Rose, and Mint. According to the team, they’re cruelty-free, vegan, and plant-powered.

Sarah and my ears immediately perked up when we heard there was a mint (spearmint, to boot, not the inferior peppermint!) flavour, and she just had to get a tube to try.
Purchase: RM45
Post PurchaseSarah: The texture of the lip balm is quite thick and viscous, it can be a good night lip mask too. The mint is fragrant and just the right amount of “cool” for the lips.
Globally-loved cookies made locally

Founded in 2015, The Skinny Bakers is a familiar name often seen at bazaars and the like. They remain popular for a reason, it being that they’re good at what they do.
We were spoilt for choice with cookie variety, and they were so kind as to offer us a sample of anything that we’d like to try.

Purchase: RM37.80
Crafted concrete décor
Concrete homeware and décor have been quite the rage these past few years, and Elisavet Bloom is one of the newer makers we’ve seen thus far.

They have handcrafted plates, trays, and more, but like many other concrete-based homeware, they’re not food safe.
Though she has many mug coasters at home already, from wood to resin, Sarah decided that perhaps there was room for one more, this time a concrete cement one.
Purchase: RM30
A scent-sible purchase
Scented hand sanitisers are no new creation either, especially with the COVID-19 pandemic. But the scents at annur’s stall still delighted our olfactory senses.

We struggled to pick between our favourites, sandalwood and cherry blossom, so, naturally, we bought both.
Purchase: RM20
Hatters gonna hat
TopiTin’s story was unexpectedly cute, when we stopped by and struck up conversation with the team, a trio of siblings.
Turns out, this bucket hat business is run by a mother-daughter duo, with the daughter (one of the siblings we met that day) handling marketing and sales, while each reversible bucket hat is lovingly tailored by her mother.
If we weren’t already thinking about making a purchase here, their story would have won us over (probably).

Purchase: RM50
Too cool for us
At Pretty Cool, the words “unique” and “quirky” immediately came to mind. There were scrunchies, pet bibs, pouches, and more in colourful checkered designs.

Admittedly, they didn’t match our usual styles, so we ended up buying a simple scrunchie that we would actually add to our wardrobe.
Purchase: RM5
“Hear” for earrings
Glitterydaisyy‘s handmade clay earrings are well-made and beautiful, with lots of care put into each detail. At Sunny Side Up Market, they were proudly displayed across several vertical boards.

There were various options from chunky to more demure designs, hanging and studded ones.
Sarah chose floral inspired polymer clay earrings, and got a second pair as a gift for a colleague.

Purchase: RM37 (for two pairs)
Threading lightly with a needle & canvas
As you might guess from the name alone, Threads Lightly centres its business around sewn art pieces. There were ready made ones and sewing kits to make your very own.
Deciding that getting a vibrant piece would make for a nice pop of colour in the pictures and videos we take, but not wanting to do the work ourselves, we purchased a completed Threads Lightly canvas.

Purchase: RM45
A little light in our lives
According to science, the relation that one draws between a specific scent and a memory can be very strong due to the way our olfactory system and brain are wired.
Depending on the scents and our own memories, we can experience anything from nostalgia to happiness and maybe even heartbreak.

Some scents, though, might bring about a certain je ne sais quoi, if you will. While Je Ne Sais Quoi carries some classic scents of handcrafted soy candles, there are also some more unique ones, such as Girls’ Night and Boys’ Night.

Sticking to what our noses liked best, we purchased Mesmerise, which has notes of sea salt, plum, and dark musk. It has a guaranteed 40-hour burn time, like all of their other candles.
Purchase: RM60
Cures for your furbabies
By this point in our chaotic shopping spree, we had finally reached the pets and plants section of the market.

Curobuddy is a really new brand at just two months old, and the products it carries, such as an antibacterial spray, pet deodoriser, and regenerative care spray, are all formulated using mangosteen as a star ingredient.
Our Curo-sity (I had to) piqued, we ended up purchasing the pet deodoriser, since that’s always a handy thing to have around if you’ve got furkids.

Purchase: RM60
Post PurchaseSarah: The deodoriser smells fresh without being too overpowering. It’s a useful tool to have between showers for your dog.
Spoiling our pets is always justified
When it comes to pet toys and accessories, we’re weak in the knees (and wallet). We’re all massive pet lovers, and are extremely prone to spending rather impulsively just for our furbabies.

So, walking by Petting Everything, how could we have possibly ignored all the colourful items that could make our furbabies happy?

Sarah purchased a grooming brush that could rid itself of fur clumps and a toy ball, while I purchased a wormy cat toy that my own kitten now goes crazy over.
Purchase: RM30
Treating ourselves (again)
We’d seen quite a few familiar names by the time we came around to Spread Cheers, but when I pointed out to my colleagues that we’d featured them before, co-founder Richard suddenly reached out to a small standee that was initially displaying their menu.
He turned the standee around, and there was our sister brand, Vulcan Post’s feature on them, the entire article printed out and laminated for passersby to read, if they so wished to.

Immediately we gasped in unison, and whipped out our phones to proudly snap some pictures. Once that was done, we turned our focus back onto the alcoholic jams and bacon jams, finally able to try out a few of them for ourselves.
Tingling maybe a little from trace amounts of alcohol, but mostly from the joy of unexpectedly seeing our own work displayed so proudly, we ended up purchasing the Drunken Bacon Jam and Crushed Pineapple in Whisky infused Marmalade.
Next to Spread Cheers was another unique F&B item in the market that day, Dutch stroopwafels by Verse Stroopwafel.

Founded by Yugin, who trained making Dutch treats in the Netherlands, Verse Stroopwafel offers genuine stroopwafels in various flavours such as chocolate, mocha, and the classic caramel.
Being first-time customers of the brand, we went for the classic caramel with high expectations.

Purchase: RM38 at Spread Cheers, and RM22 at Verse Stroopwafel
Post PurchaseSade: I haven’t stopped munching on the caramel stroopwafels since I bought them. Boy, they’re good. I restrict myself to one stroopwafel a day, but yesterday I felt a little indulgent and ate one whole, plus nibbled off a bit of another.
Couldn’t leaf without checking out this stall
Many of us in the office don’t have the best rep for keeping plants alive, but we try. And we also don’t know when to give up on buying more plants.

Passing by Unique Maker, we were lost for choice on which leafy beauties to buy, so we settled for something that’s supposed to be easier to care for.

Purchase: RM48
Post PurchaseSade: Well, it’s only been a few days since we brought it back, but we’ve got high hopes for this one (no, we totally don’t say this every time we get a plant).
Buttering up our wallets
Su began making nutritional salad lunches and healthy nut butters after being diagnosed with cancer in 2019.

At Sunny Side Up Market, her stall called Healthy Su displayed an array of nut butters, from which Sarah chose the coconut cashew butter.
Purchase: RM34
Almost at the end of our shop-pin
Milk & Honey has been creating adorable pins and other trinkets since 2016. There were quite a few selections to choose from here, but as we were in a rush to finish our shopping, we didn’t have time to properly peruse.

Here, we bought a bubble tea enamel pin, also now cutely pinned onto the teacup pouch from Bingka.
Purchase: RM18
A sweet ending
Our last stop of the day was Confettini Creamery, who had actually already begun packing up, their display cleared.

We had decided to visit them last, since we didn’t want our ice creams to melt while we shopped. Fortunately, the founder assured us that she could still let us sample the flavours, if we wanted to.
Not wanting to hold her back though, we went for the Smoked Sea Salt.
Purchase: RM12
Post PurchaseSade: There was a hint of smokiness here, but the sea salt was overpowered by a flavour I assume is vanilla, added for that creaminess.
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At the end of our trip, we emerged from Slate with countless bags, no memory of the full list of things we bought, and fatigue (which the sweet treats we began to eat helped with).

When we sat down to calculate our total, total damage… Let’s just say, that RM1,041.80 spent in 1.5 hours will be a phantom pain in Sarah’s pockets for quite a while.

Unfortunately, we ran out of time for visiting a few other stores: streetwear brand Malayan Wolfpack, shoe brand helocarmelo, clothing brands LI’s and BeatriceLau Sustainable Living, coffee brand SWTCHBCKCOFFEE, and pet food brand Happy Cat Malaysia. Next bazaar, perhaps?
What we did at this Sunny Side Up Market is definitely not your average consumer behaviour, but to be fair, it’s been a while since our last proper bazaar visit so Sarah figured why not go all out.
Plus it was so fun supporting these local brands who have chosen to spend their weekend showcasing their products that have been made with such care and love.
If you’ve made it to the end of this extremely long article, do spend some time to check out the brands that we shopped at and give them some support too!
Sunny Side Up Market @ Slate at The Row
Address: 48, Jalan Doraisamy, Chow Kit, 50300 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur
Contact: 012-365 6856
Website: https://www.instagram.com/sunnysideup_market/

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This Nature-Inspired Restaurant And Bar Was Once A Brothel In Petaling Street

Oh, Petaling Street, the resident Chinatown of Malaysia. It is teeming with a huge load of complicated history and happenings that have impacted the local Chinese community one way or another.
When one walks down the streets, it is as if every corner, nook, and cranny adorning the walls and concrete carries a piece of the pre-war era glory for the Chinese community or the aftermath of the war.
Unavoidable as it is, modernisation has, over the years, managed to lay its claws upon the historical and undoubtedly decaying surroundings of Petaling Street. Be that as it may, one can easily see the essence of what makes Petaling Street such a buzz for locals.
The Discover KL team recently dropped by one of Petaling Street’s gems: Chocha Foodstore and Botak Liquor Bar.

To be frank, I was quite surprised when I went in and found that it is not as minimalistic and modern as a typical modern day restaurant would look like. Instead, the paint is peeling, the floors are yellowed, and the walls are yellowed. Still, it has its unique appeal to it.

Shin Chang is the owner of both Chocha Foodstore and Botak Liquor Bar, and he mentioned that the concept for both establishments is to focus on local ingredients, where they try as much as possible to not use anything that is imported during the cooking of their food or the brewing of their drinks. To accomplish this objective, he’s even grown a farm in his own place to provide the necessary ingredients.
Using local ingredients and self-grown herbs is not the only goal of Chocha Foodstore and Botak Liquor Bar. They are also applying their own modern twist to Asian cuisines and Malaysian adaptations to popular cocktails and alcoholic drinks from the West.

This is the Cured Mackerel Potatoes; the mackerel is cured with beetroot, and then served with roasted potatoes and more beetroot. The mackerel is cut into bite-sized pieces for easier consumption, and you can see the distinct purple shade from the curing process with the beetroot.
While beetroots tend to taste earthy, it does not when paired with the mackerel. You can smell it, you can see it, but you can’t taste it, which is a plus. The roasted potatoes also go well with the mackerel; the flavours do not conflict with each other.

Then there is the Eggplant Belado. The eggplant is charred to a juicy but still chewy level, laced with spicy sambal belado, tempeh, and coriander. While it looks nice on the surface, the eggplant is somewhat tasteless on its own, but there is flavour to it due to the spices. It is particularly distinctive for its spiciness.

The clear favourite among the team is the Duck Stew. There is the braised duck leg marinated in mixed spice which takes as long as four hours to prepare, and then there’s the mashed potato beneath the duck to intensify its flavour and provide comfort food feels.
The one special thing about this stew is that it is actually cooked in the method of how people make Bak Kut Teh, only with duck. And at first taste, you can actually taste the stew that subtly reminds you of the age-old Chinese pork herb dish, but the duck just brings you back, and reminds you that it is not Bak Kut Teh.

After having filled up our stomachs, it was time for some cocktails to wash it down and chill. We went upstairs to Botak Liquor Bar, the cocktail bar that was founded by the same people.
While downstairs is rustic and old-school, upstairs is where you actually get the whole formerly-brothel-vibe. There are hourly rates of sex hastily scribbled on the walls. The doors seem like they are about to fall off the hinges. There are childish caricatures on the wallpaper.
Nevertheless, Shin Chang, an architect himself, managed to refurbish the place into a comfortable and homey space that frankly does not really remind you of a bar at all.

The bartender, Giri, first made us the Limau Purut x Carrot, which is basically a localised version of the famous Bloody Mary. While Bloody Mary is made with vodka, tomato juice, and spices like Westershire sauce or hot sauce, this concoction that Giri came up with is made with a pineapple-infused Pisco, carrot juice, kaffir lime from their own farm, and the resident Botak hot sauce.
You would think that with a spoonful of hot sauce mixed into it, it’d be really spicy. But that’s not the case, because at first sip, you’ll taste the fruitiness first, and then the spiciness slowly creeps in, but not by much. You will definitely not be panting away at the experience. The carrot juice also sweetens it up and makes it all the more pleasant.

And then we had the Bunga Kantan x Pumpkin. Just a fun fact, bunga kantan is actually somewhat of an aphrodisiac. The base of this drink is vodka that is infused with pumpkin seed by the bartender himself. Then, it is drizzled with calamansi juice, mixed in with homemade red ginger lily soda—bunga kantan beat into syrup form.
This drink is interesting—also my favourite—in the fact that the sight, the smell, and the taste are all dissociated. How it works is that when you look at it, you’d expect it to smell sweet and floral-ly, but it actually smells sultry with a hint of ginger. This might lead you to think that it might taste spicy and pungent, and yet when you actually drink it, you still get a ginger taste, except it’s more towards the floral side rather than the pungent side. The calamansi is still there, but it’s not too strong, so you get the soda kick more instead of the ginger or the calamansi.

Now, this one is, undoubtedly, the weirdest one. It is Papaya x Cuka, which is based on light rum. The papaya and chili padi they use are all self-grown, and then there’s the grated lemon zest and vinegar. The end product looks pinkish, but also with a level of transparency, and you are meant to drink it with a metal straw.
Surprisingly, this one is spicy at the first taste. It burns at first and then lingers in the aftertaste. Papaya and vinegar is an interesting and odd mixture, and I was wary at first, but the way they went together was unnervingly pleasant. Almost made me wonder if the bartender was a magician. While this may not be my favourite, it is still a nice cocktail to have nonetheless.
It is pretty obvious that this restaurant and cocktail bar has put in a lot of effort to maintain a secret garden atmosphere while also incorporating modernised Malaysian vibes to their food and drinks.
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If you’re looking to pay the restaurant and bar a visit, check out the deets below:
Chocha Foodstore
Hours: Tuesday-Sunday: 11am-11pm.
Address: 156, Jalan Petaling, City Centre, 50000 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur
Website: Chocha Foodstore
Tel: 03-2022 1100

Botak Liquor Bar
Hours: Tuesday-Saturday: 4.30am-1am, Sunday: 3pm-11pm.
Address: 156, Jalan Petaling, City Centre, 50000 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur
Website: Botak Liquor Store
Tel: 03-2022 1100


猪肉干OUT了！前所未有的火龙果和螃蟹肉干只在Cheras的『华师傅』！

肉干是大家在农历新年必吃的小吃，也常被拿来当作贺年礼。现在肉干的口味日新月异，小编最近也找到了两种非常特别的肉干口味介绍给大家哦！
Image Credit: Gourmet Hunter KL
位于Cheras的『华师傅』是家烤鸭店，他们家的药材烤鸭最为热卖，最高纪录一天可卖到800只哦！除了有好吃的烤鸭，他们也推出了口味非常独特的肉干，而其中最特别的莫过于『龙珠肉干』了！
华师傅的『龙珠肉干』是由碎鸡肉和新鲜的火龙果制成的。水果口味的肉干小编还真是第一次听见呢！龙珠肉干比起一般的肉干更爽口不油腻，据说肉干上还可以看到火龙果的籽粒哦！
如果你喜欢吃海鲜，华师傅的螃蟹肉干也非常值得一试！螃蟹肉干是由鸡肉和蟹肉制成的。肉干里头加了少许的咖喱粉提鲜，让蟹肉和鸡肉的味道自然地融合在一起。
Image Credit: Gourmet Hunter KL
Image Credit: Gourmet Hunter KL
除了龙珠肉干和螃蟹肉干，华师傅也有其它传统口味的肉干，例如猪肉干、鸡肉干、蜜糖猪肉切片、迷你金钱肉干粒及贵妃肉干等。
华师傅一包500克的龙珠肉干要价RM50；500克的螃蟹肉干则要价RM55。想要吃这两款口味独特的肉干，你除了可以到华师傅的店铺去购买，也可以直接从网上订购！
这个新年，就买一份特别的龙珠肉干给家人一个惊喜吧！
营业时间: 9am-7pm（星期三至一）*星期二休息
地址: No. 2.13, Tunnel CP3/ Taman Cheras Perdana
网址: Chef Hwa Foods Trading
联络电话: 03-90820433
Feature Image Credit: 大吃一族 Big Eater


Tiffin Food Court Review: Beer-Infused Teas & Smoked Duck With Orange Pizzas

After a long wait, Tiffin Food Court has finally unveiled its new home this year.
The team at DiscoverKL dropped by to savour all the fun and food from over 50 vendors around the nation and here’s a sneak peek at week 1 of Tiffin Food Court.

Located behind The Gasket Alley, the event certainly brought delight to our tastebuds, especially with its modern spin on Malaysian favourites.

From tacos, pizzas to fresh oysters and many more splendid foods, Tiffin Food Court is where you want to be spotted at anytime from now till October 21!

Being a cashless event, you can skip the queues by pre-registering online to collect your wristbands immediately once you’ve arrived. All you’ll have to do is head straight to the top-up counter to top up as much or as little as you want – there’s no minimum amount.
Once you’ve topped up your wristband, you’re good to go to make payments through the wristbands. Merchants will scan your wristbands in order to finalise the purchase.
Do note that any amount left in your wristband should be finished within the weekend, prior to the next Tiffin Food Court installment (there are new installments each week till October 21). Any amount remaining will be transferred straight to your Boost app.

For the first week preview, Tiffin Food Court featured 14 vendors alongside a special debut from homegrown burger brand, myBurgerLab. Here for just the Merdeka weekend, they showcased an exclusive premier of their latest ‘baby’: Pizza Lab and Boba Lab.

It was absolutely tempting as we watched them blowtorch the cheese on the pizza, as well as making the boba drinks right in front of us. We couldn’t wait to get our hands on em’!

Pizza Lab debuted two kinds of pizzas: Huat The Duck (RM6 per slice) and Mary’s Lamb (RM6 per slice).
Huat The Duck is basically smoked duck pieces with torched mandarin oranges, sweet onion jam, rosemary, and a dash of himalayan salt. Truly a personal fave. Who would ever imagine that duck and mandarin oranges could go so well together? ????
It is like another version of the chicken and pineapple pizza. It may be an odd combo, but you have to try it before you can judge!
We went on to the next pizza which was the Mary’s Lamb. It featured tender pulled lamb, with aromatic garlic oil, gooey mozzarella, sweet onion jam, oven roasted cherry tomatoes, feta cheese, rosemary, parsley, and a lime wedge to brighten things up and add some zest. A cheesy delight with a hint of herbs and citrus.
myBurgerLab is absolutely innovative with their creations, and these pizzas are one of them, as well. Combining ingredients that has never been used before, and turning it into a pizza? If anyone can do it, it would be these guys! A pantastic experience, and we are glad we managed to snag some up before it all ran out!

Next up would be some bubble-licious treats by none other than the myBurgerLab guys, as well. Renyi, the founder of myBurgerLab was there taking up orders and entertaining everyone that came by the booth, making them feel welcome. He mentioned that both him and the team wanted an alcoholic boba that is different, hence the idea.
We tried one of each off the menu, and it was not a letdown, at all.
Again, reading the menu would make your eyes pop, as you wonder to yourself: how does cheese and tea go together? But with just one sip, the Roasted Oolong Cheese Tea (RM9) gives a good layer of creaminess from the cheese and the roasted oolong tea certainly pairs well together. Who’d thought right? ??
Moving on to their next crafty creation, we had the Burnt Tiger Jasmine (RM12). It is made by shaking tea with some burnt rosemary to infuse the smokiness and the rosemary altogether in the drink. And at the bottom, you’d find some sweet boba all topped with some beer – a great drink for a casual night out. Are you drinking beer? Are you drinking tea? We’ll never know! ?

We wanted something crunchy to munch on, and that’s where we stumbled upon Nachoslah. They had two kinds of topping that night, but in regards to their suggestions, we went with the Chicken Masak Lemak Cili Padi Nachos (RM20). Filled with plenty of crunchy nachos layered with shredded chicken masak lemak cili padi topping, melted cheese sauce, homemade fresh salsa and parsley flakes. If you wanted something spicy, then the chicken would be the best choice.
As for the other option, it was the Beef Rendang Nachos (RM20). It had a solid amount of crunchy nachos layered with shredded Australian beef tenderloin rendang topping, melted cheese sauce, homemade salsa and parsley flakes. We didn’t try it although we’re pretty sure it’d be just as good as the previous one.

We even tried Casa Latina & Cacao Lab’s Beef Taco (RM12) that was quite juicy, and delectable. The beef was absolutely tender and moist, topped with some lettuce, tomatoes and sauces. ?
However the only downfall for this dish would be the taco shell. It wasn’t as crispy as it should be, which was quite a letdown despite the punch of flavours from the filling.

Also, if you ever want to fulfill your sweet tooth cravings – you can drop by PULP By Papa Palheta and enjoy a fair share of their Carrot Cake (RM13), Raspberry Frangipane Tart (RM13), Dark Chocolate Tart (RM13) and Lemon Brulee Tart (RM13). And pair that with their famous Cold Brew ranging from the Nitro or Black (RM15) to White or Red (RM16).

What’s even better than fresh oysters? It is when you get to pair them up with 4 kinds of wine of your choice! At Boozeat, the oysters are shipped directly from the US, and you can get a choice of one (RM9) or six (RM50) oysters which we found to be quite a reasonable amount.
Altogether, we were quite satisfied with what we saw and had at Tiffin Food Court, and supposedly it was worth the long wait.
Do swing by if you are ever around the area, and take note that the overall mix of chefs and vendors will change each week. So watch out for the weekly lineups on their website and plan out your food adventures with other foodies!

Tiffin Food Court
Date: August 30-October 21
Hours: 5pm-late, Thursdays-Sundays
Address: Lot 15, Jalan 13/6, Seksyen 13, Petaling Jaya. (behind The Gasket Alley)
Website: Tiffin Food Court


Skip Traditional Birthday Cakes & Blow The Candles Off A Cheese Naan Cake Instead

When the nasi lemak cake was first introduced to Malaysians, there were 2 sides to it: there were those who were absolutely for it and others who detested it and preferred the nasi lemak in its normal form.
Now, there’s a new innovative player in town. First hint: it is made full of cheese. No, it is not a cheesecake – because that wouldn’t be very innovative. Second hint: it is a fluffy flatbread from the tandoor.
Yup, you can now celebrate your birthday with a Cheese Naan cake, or celebrate anything, really, because the fact that there is even a Cheese Naan cake in the first place, should be a celebratory cause on its own.
Image Credit: RSMY Facebook
RSMY’s naans are renowned for the oozing mozzarella cheese that can fill up one’s stomach with just a tiny portion, especially when you mix it in with their special curry dhal.
And as of January 26, they have decided to introduced their stacked pile of cheese naans, effectively multiplying the cheese factor. So, if you figured that their original cheese naan is good enough because of the generous amount of cheese, just imagine the cheesiness of this cake.
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A Cheese Naan cake from RSMY costs RM40, and it’s even complemented with a cake topper and candles. Plus, if you’re doing some last minute planning for someone’s birthday and they’re fans of cheese, then there’s no need to wait any longer.
RSMY
Hours: Monday-Friday: 3am-2pm, Saturday-Sunday: 12pm-2am.
Address: 76 Crystal Ville, 70 Jalan Danau Niaga 1, Danau Kota, Kuala Lumpur, 53300
Website: RSMY
Tel: 012-334 5548
Featured Image Credit: RSMY Facebook


5 Downright Heavenly Spas In KL Perfect For Late-Night Pampering

When you feel like you deserve a day of rest and relaxation, you’ll probably think of going to a spa, right?
The warm, comfortable ambiance, smiling attendants, heavenly treatments, and that signature ‘spa scent’ all adds up to the perfect indulgent treat sought after by many. But we usually don’t have time to visit spas, seeing as we’re working on weekdays and spending time with family and friends on the weekend.
But fret not, because there are spas in KL open till late so you can pop by for a pampering session after a long day at work with no rush. We’ve put together a list of 5 to help you on that! Read on to find out more:
1. Lavish Spa
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This budget-friendly option provides a wide array of services and facilities, including a Jacuzzi, sauna, gym, swimming pool, and even a theatre; all of which are included in their entry fees, so you don’t have to pay an extra cent. However, if you do want to opt for body massages, facials, or a mani-pedi, extra fees will be charged. Not only that, but this place is open 24 hours a day, so you could come for a quick pamper session at 3am if you so desire.
Hours: All hours daily

Address: 5th floor, Fahrenheit 88, 179, Jalan Bukit Bintang, Kuala Lumpur
Tel: +603-2148 5488
Website: https://www.facebook.com/LavishSpaKL/
2. Ossoto Recreation Hub
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This mammoth establishment claims to be the biggest spa in Malaysia, and I don’t doubt that it is. Located at Jalan Wisma Putra, this spa is set up within an office building, and takes up a few floors for its services and facilities. This one is also open for 24 hours, so you can come by at any hour that suits you. They offer a myriad of services, as one can expect, like a beauty salon, hair salon, nail bar, and a massage parlour. With just one entry fee, visitors have access to all spa facilities, and can eat as much food from the cafeteria as they possibly can. Massages, facials, manicures, and additional services are charged separately. With their extensive list of facilities and services, it’s no wonder this place is so well-known among KL-ites!
Hours: All hours daily
Address: 5th Floor, Wisma Mirama, Jalan Wisma Putra, 50460 Kuala Lumpur
Tel:+603-2145 1122
Website: http://ossoto.com
3. The AsiaSpa
Image Credit: The AsiaSpa Facebook page
With multiple awards and celebrity endorsements under their belt, this luxurious Bali-inspired spa is one you should definitely visit on those stressed-out days for a well-deserved unwinding session. The AsiaSpa has a wide range of services for its customers, including their signature bamboo detox massage, as well as packages for pre- or post-natal women, milk baths, facial lifting, and more. They’re open until midnight everyday, which gives you ample time to drop by after dinner for a quick facial or foot massage.
Hours: 10am-12am daily
Address: No 33, 1st Floor, Jalan Yap Kwan Seng, 50450 Kuala Lumpur
Tel: 1-300-88-9666
Website: http://asiaspa.com.my
4. Ancient Thai Herbal Spa & Beauty
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You don’t have to travel to Thailand for massages anymore, because this is the place to go for a Thai massage that’s as authentic as can get. Ancient Thai Spa is actually affiliated with the Royal Thai Government, which means you can rest assured that their services are how it’s really done up north in Thailand. Their massage menu will definitely have something for everyone, with treatments like the hot herbal massage, oil massage, aromatherapy massage, and the traditional Thai massage. Thai massages are known for their healing properties, because they alleviate blood flow and relieve ailments. Ancient Thai Spa has multiple outlets nationwide, so stop by the nearest one to you for authentic Thai treatments to please your body and soul.
Hours: 10am-1am daily
Address: Plaza Prisma Ville, 5, Jalan 22a/70a, Desa Sri Hartamas, 50480 Kuala Lumpur
Tel: +603 62017099
Website: http://ancientthaispa.com
5. HealthLand
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This spa also specialises in Thai-style treatments, but instead of focusing solely on Thai massages, they also do other services like ear candling, foot reflexology, cupping, scraping, and heated herbal pouch treatments, which can be customised according to your personal preferences and needs. HealthLand (which has over 10 outlets in and around the Klang Valley) not only provides spa services, but also sells specialised wellness products like various Phlai Balms used to relieve muscle aches and tension. If you ever feel like having an opulent Thai spa experience, Healthland is definitely the place to go.
Hours: 11am-11pm daily
Address: Unit G-1, M-1, 1-1 & 2-1, MH Avenue, No 2, Jalan Bunga Kantan, Off Jalan Genting Kelang, 53300 Setapak, Kuala Lumpur.
Tel: +6 011 3525 2633
Website: http://healthland.com.my
These spas sound straight-up blissful. Take a well-deserved break and drop by one of these places when you’re in the mood for some pleasurable down-time.
Have you ever been to any of these wellness centres before? What did you think? Let us know down in the comments.
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POV: Putting our 007 skills to the test at Breakout SPY Game, The Curve

A few days before Christmas, Breakout invited us to put our wits and brawn to the test at their newest escape room outlet, Spy Game.
Located at The Curve, Spy Game is quite unlike their usual escape room games. Known for their immersive storylines, Breakout has gone a step further with their latest experience by additionally incorporating spy-like elements.
Think James Bond, but without the guns. Or Assassins Creed, without the actual assassinations.
Players must complete mission objectives while dodging guards patrolling the play area by hiding, sneaking around, or using the tools provided to them to distract them.

Of course, it won’t be an escape room without solving puzzles, but there are generally fewer puzzles than their other outlets because there are also some physical challenges involved.
On top of that, this is the first time we’ve played an escape room that allows us to bring our phones and earbuds as part of the gameplay. Our phones act as a spy app to interact with our Spy Agent, Agent K who will be giving us helpful instructions throughout our escape.

One thing to note about Spy Game is that all the rooms (aka missions) involved are a part of the same storyline. Currently, there are two rooms available, and there are three more rooms to come which will all be part of the chronological order of this story.
We were told that a mission could host a maximum of up to six pax, and since there were nine of us that day, we had to split our teams into a group of four and five.
The first team, which had four members, went for the first mission (Purify). The second team was assigned mission two (Rescue).
Hint: Mission two (Rescue) has a little wall climbing involved so do dress appropriately and be physically prepared.
Mission two requires a hostage (a prisoner that is separated from the rest of the team at the start). I volunteered was nominated by my teammates so I obliged.

While the rest of my team gets a briefing from a Spy Agent, an angry guardsman dragged me away into my prison cell.
Without much instructions given, I was therefore left in the dark (metaphorically and quite literally) about what exactly I was supposed to do.
Hint: If you’re the prisoner, take the time to observe your surroundings, take note of any details because this will come in handy for your team later on.

I made a small mistake in using some brute force in my puzzle-solving skills, which later on I learnt wasn’t necessary.
Unfortunately, I wasn’t told beforehand that certain props aren’t actually involved in the escape solution, so I may or may not have pried open a power outlet wall plate with my bare fingers thinking that there was something behind it (oops).

Roughly 15 minutes in, I heard a bunch of shuffling outside my prison, followed by a loud audible beep and the door opening.
My teammates have come for me!
But our happiness was short-lived because soon after that, we accidentally tripped the laser alarm and guards were coming to our location. Agent K immediately alerted us to hide, and we scrambled to do so.
Hint: You will have some time to crawl under a table, or hide in a cupboard. But if you’re not near any hiding spots, do not panic or attempt to run. The worst case scenario is that you’d get caught and you’ll spend one minute in a temporary prison room, which really isn’t all too bad. So safety first!

Even though my team successfully saved me and I had gotten the final piece of the puzzle figured out, the eureka moment had come too late and we ran out of time (each mission/room has a 30-minute time limit).
We’re sorry, Agent K, we have failed you.
At the very least, we weren’t the only losers. Our other team who was playing mission one also did not manage to escape in time.
Needless to say, Agent K was having a pretty bad day with his very disappointing agents.
Albeit the failure, we had great fun and there was a lot to debrief each other on after leaving the play area. The interactivity really heightened our senses in the game, and also motivated us to attempt the missions again seeing as there are various potential outcomes based on where we choose to hide, or how we choose to distract the guards.
Hint: In hindsight, we should have spent more time to look for the disguise that was in the room. Being disguised means that there would be less one person to look for a hiding spot if a guard was coming.
The physical challenges may sound intimidating to some at first, but few of us even expressed an interest in trying rock climbing after this.

One of the signs of a well-designed escape room game is the percentage of returning players. We’re all in agreement that if given the opportunity, we would definitely come back to reattempt the missions.
In fact, even if we were successful today, playing the missions again with another group of friends would be a different dynamic and the outcome would be unpredictable.
Hint: If you do decide to replay, don’t forget to keep your receipt and use it during purchase to get a 50% discount.
All in all, we had an amazing time and I’m very impressed by Breakout’s commitment to elevating the escape room experience for their players.
Hopefully next time, we will make Agent K proud.
Breakout The Curve
Location: 256, Level 2, The Curve, 6, Jln PJU 7/3, Mutiara Damansara, 47810 Petaling Jaya, Selangor
Website: https://www.breakout.com.my/
Contact Number: 011-3321 3628
Operating Hours: 10AM to 9PM