Goa By Hubba Review: Fine Dining Experience With Chinese-Indian Fusion Dishes

Indian food done right is arguably one of the best kinds of food to enjoy.
Hearty and packed with fragrant spices, it’s an experience in itself, that’s for sure.
That was the exact experience we had hoped for during last week’s food tasting session at Goa By Hubba with celebrity chef Sapna Anand.
Chef Sapna was born and raised in Goa and she recently spent some time in Kerala too. All of her experience abroad has led to her crafting the dishes she had prepared for us that evening.

We had the Papadam with Moong Dhal Salsa to start us off. Spice is the running thread at Goa By Hubba, we soon learned. This papadam might seem like your typical Indian snack but it’s spicy and sent us gulping down our Pandara Martinis. Spice aside, it’s packed with an herby taste and is light and crispy. Chef Sapna noted that the papadams are made from lentils and were fire-roasted, not deep fried.

The Vegetarian Mantao is a Chinese steamed bun stuffed with spiced cauliflowers, peppers, caramelised onion and coriander. Chef Sapna shared that this dish has an Indian-Chinese influence with the Indian influence coming from Calcutta and the obvious Chinese influence being the mantao itself. It tastes just like a Chinese sweet and sour pork dish, minus the pork of course! The sweet sauce is on point while the mantao is soft and not too floury. Not too bad, but not the most memorable dish that evening either.

The Butter Chicken with Cranberry Rice consisted of grilled chicken thigh in a mild curry sauce. We honestly didn’t expect much from the rice but our eyes lit up as soon as we tried it. Unlike regular rice, this is so fluffy and light and it’s not too filling either, giving us more room to taste the dishes to come. However, the main star did not shine quite as bright. The chewy butter chicken was quite a bit of an effort and frankly not worth it. Chewy texture aside, it missed the mark of an authentic Indian butter chicken with its robust flavours.

We had high hopes for the Garlic Butter Prawn with Fried Mantao and this, fortunately, did not disappoint. It came with fresh water prawns cooked in a creamy garlic butter sauce. Though the prawn is fresh, there is fairly little meat to it and we heard this same remark echoed around the table. Still, it was satisfying while it lasted. The butter sauce is light and garlicky. The fried mantao was not as crunchy as we had hoped it to be but then again, we were glad that the mantao wasn’t deep fried as it might have been a little too much, when paired with the rich dishes we had that evening.

The Pepper Beef Fry was next. It is bite-sized chunks of beef laden with spices and freshly ground pepper. Chef Sapna noted that the recipe for this dish originates from Kerala. The beef is cooked in coconut oil and is not fried, but stewed instead. Commonly enjoyed with roti canai, we had it with appam. The dish tasted like a tender rendang with a pepper-filled aftertaste.

The Vegetable Ishtew consisted of a vegetable stew cooked in coconut milk. Unfortunately, the sauce was watered down and lacks the rich coconut flavour that it is meant to have. The appam it is paired with stands out more in fact. This one reminds us of a weak masak lemak. Had it been cooked in a richer coconut milk, we would have imagined this dish being one of the stars of the evening.

The Kashmiri Lamb Chop is a fresh cut lamb rack grilled with a blend of homemade spices, served with mint chutney. It is a perfect medium rare slice of lamb. It’s juicy and has that desirable melt-in-the-mouth texture—easily one of the better lambs we’ve ever had. It wasn’t too dry nor fatty and we’d imagine it being great with some fragrant briyani.

We had the Fish Mango Curry next. It was a red snapper cooked with young mango in mild curry. One of the less spicy dishes we had, thankfully. The creamy curry goes well with the fish and we enjoyed how it was boneless too as it makes for easy consumption. While the meat was soft and tender, it didn’t stand out quite as much when compared to the other dishes that Chef Sapna had prepared.

We ended our meal with the Malabar Bone Marrow Mutton Curry and it’s clear that the team had saved the best for last. It is a mutton curry which has been slow cooked till the meat has become soft and tender. We loved how juicy the mutton was. In fact, it’s good even without any accompanying sauce. However, it was slightly cold upon arrival. Had it been served warm, it would have easily been our favourite for the evening.
Most of the dishes were unfortunately a miss for us—perhaps as we had higher hopes for Goa Hubba, a restaurant which falls under the same brand as well-loved makan places like Souled Out, Tujo and Hubba. What we did enjoy though was the Malabar Bone Marrow Mutton Curry and Kashmiri Lamb Chop—dishes that we would definitely return for.

Goa By Hubba
Hours: 12pm-1am, daily
Address: 9, Jalan Pinang, Kuala Lumpur
Website: Goa By Hubba
Tel: 012-210 3055


This KL Bakery Was Featured On 9GAG For Their Gross Yet Oddly Satisfying Zit Cake

The Cakescape recently achieved worldwide recognition and instant virality when their uber gross (yet oddly satisfying) cake was featured on 9GAG.
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If you’ve spent hours watching zit popping videos on YouTube, this cake is hands down the perfect one for you. The cake created by The Cakescape features a girl with short dark hair, and 9 large ‘zits’ positioned all over her ‘skin’. If you’ve always wanted to pop a huge zit, you can do so with 2 of the large ‘acne’ on the cake which are filled with ‘pus’.

It looks super realistic too! Now, it’s got us wondering, who’s Evelyn and what sparked the interest to create such a cake? We’re not the only ones curious either. Comments started flooding in after the cakery was featured on 9GAG, with some even asking if The Cakescape delivers this unique, one-of-a-kind cake, and its price.
Now, question is, would YOU order this cake? 😛
The Cakescape
Website: The Cakescape
Tel: 017-645 6759
All Image Credit: The Cakescape


My Pizza Lab Review: We Tried ALL The Pizzas At My Pizza Lab—This Was The Clear Winner

No crusts left behind is My Pizza Lab’s personal motto. True enough, no pizza crusts (or pizzas, for that matter) were left behind at the restaurant during our recent visit.
Where crusts are abandoned more often than not, what My Pizza Lab does differently is invent a crust that’s just as flavourful as the pizza itself. The texture is reminiscent of bread—focaccia to be specific. A slight crisp on the outside with that addictive soft white bread texture on the inside.
My Pizza Lab, which is the brainchild of some notable names within the F&B industry, recently opened up shop right beside the Seapark outlet of the successful burger joint.
Alongside eyebrow-raising creations like boba pearls on a cheese pizza (condensed milk is thrown into the mix too, because why not?), My Pizza Lab has also crafted boozy bobas to go with their grubs.

The Refreshingly Bubbly series starts off with a to-die-for Jasmine Tiger Beer Boba (RM14). The drink is made from Jasmine green tea, burnt rosemary and Tiger beer. Jasmine green tea and beer are like night and day but it takes a true genius to pair these 2 beverages together. Both have a smokey, slightly sweet flavour and it’s a refreshing thirst quencher.
For something milder, opt for the Pu-Er Tiger Beer Boba (RM15). The drink is made from aged Pu-Er tea, burnt rosemary and Tiger beer. The pearls are sponge-like in the sense that they absorb the flavour of liquids well. Whilst chewing into the soft pearls, you’ll savour a hint of Tiger beer and smokey Pu-Er.
The Fruity & Chewy series consists of a Guava Tea Boba Fresca (RM9) and a Strawberry Tea Boba Fresca (RM9). These drinks drew different responses from our team. Ven Xhin and Iylia enjoyed the fragrant strawberry but I personally found it slightly artificial-tasting. The guava, on the other hand, wasn’t as well-received by our team but I found it to be ultra- refreshing.

Pizzas were next—we had the opportunity to try all 8 pizzas that are currently available on the My Pizza Lab menu!

Popeye The Sailorman (RM30) came with creamed spinach, blue cheese, pepper mayo, roasted garlic paste and lemon juice. You’ll get a hint of tanginess from the wedge of lime it is served with. Squeeze sparingly if you’re not a huge fan of citrus flavours in your meal. The spinach is soft in texture due to the method of cooking. Do note that there’s a bit of heat in the last few bites, but it’s nothing crazy. This one’s perfect if you’re looking to get an extra dose of greens in but you don’t want to experience FOMO when your friends head out to grab some pizzas.

The Butcher’s Wife (RM35) is a beef sausage pizza with streaky beef, capers, tomato puree, arugula, olive oil and blueberry vinaigrette. The favours balance together really nicely and you’ll even get a hint of sweetness from the tomato puree that cuts through the richness of the beef. The puree itself tastes almost like chutney.

Huat The Duck (RM35) comes with garlic oil, smoked duck slices, torched Mandarin oranges and onion jam. Don’t consider this a knock-off of the classic Hawaiian. That’s because Huat The Duck carries itself well without having to piggy back on the idea that Malaysians generally favour Hawaiian pizzas. If you’re okay with pineapple on pizza, you should enjoy this. But that being said, it’s slightly sweeter than a traditional Hawaiian.

Seoul Good (RM35) comes with charred bulgogi, beef, mild kimchi, seaweed mayo and sweet pickles. This pizza leans towards the sweeter end of the pizza spectrum but also manages to be meaty at the same time. It has major Oriental vibes and thin slices of refreshing cucumbers are used to give it an element of crunch. It’s the spiciest one we’ve had so far at My Pizza Lab.

Tokyo Bird (RM35) is a charred teriyaki chicken pizza with Asian mushrooms, mild wasabi mayo and bonito flakes. There’s fairly little wasabi in the pizza and don’t worry is you can’t take spicy meals. You should be fine. But have a beer boba at hand if your spice tolerance is very low. The mushrooms used in this pizza are shiitakes and some might not like it for its chewy texture. We did, and the texture did not bother us in the slightest.

The Cheese & Tomato (RM25) comes with Parmesan, cheddar, mozarella, blue cheese, cheese mayo and thinly sliced fresh tomatoes. As a huge fan of cheese, this could not sound any more divine. The cheese flavours are really intense and you’ll get slightly sour flavours from the blue cheese. Sour is good in this case, as just like a citrus element would cut through the richness of the other cheeses, that’s the exact role that the blue cheese played in this one.

Mary’s Lamb (RM35) is a braised lamb pizza with oven roasted cherry tomatoes, mozzarella, feta cheese, roasted garlic and onion jam. The lamb is surprisingly soft and due to the fact that it had been shredded, some of us even mistook it for tuna! The flavours are bold and because of that, Mary’s Lamb was the slowest moving pizza at our table. Definitely takes a true fan of braised lamb to enjoy this one thoroughly.

We ended our night with the epic Boba Milk Pizza (RM15). It is a boba pizza with condensed milk, mozzarella, cream cheese, cheddar and garlic oil. I had high hopes for the polarising pizza from the start and was suitably pleased to report that my high hopes were not dashed. It’s also pretty decently priced for its size.
The combination of sweet and savoury worked well in this case and the boba pearls are not immensely chewy. It has just the right amount of savouriness that it doesn’t overpower the sweet pizza and neither is it overly cheesy. Overall, the clear winners of the evening are the Boba Milk Pizza, Huat The Duck and Jasmine Tiger Beer Boba.

My Pizza Lab
Address: Located right beside My Burger Lab @ Sea Park
Website: My Pizza Lab


Warning: You Might Fall Into A Cheese-Induced Coma At This Cheesy Fried Chicken Eatery

Fried chicken is a classic favourite and it’s hard to go wrong with a plate of nicely fried crispy chicken and ones that cut open to tender goodness. One eatery in Mont Kiara has upped the entire fried chicken game by serving it with a signature twist. It comes with cheese. A whole of it.
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Among some of their popular offerings include soy chicken, snow cheese chicken and carbonara chicken.
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The cheesey fried chicken and corn dish is served on a baking sheet. After the hot pan has been heated, the cheese will slowly melt into a glorious stream of creamy goodness and you can have it piping hot. The purpose of the sheet is also to avoid the cheese being burnt and staining the iron pan.
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When the golden goodness has melted, you can then coat the fried chicken with cheese. Best part is you wouldn’t even taste the corn and yet it adds a distinct crunch to the dish. The platter is also best shared among a few people as it is a pretty generous amount to have on your own.
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If you’re not much of a cheese fan and you’re there just to sample a small portion of it, you can order a separate dish of original chickens or spicy chicken. Nanda Chicken serves them in the eatery as well as pack them for takeaway, though it’s best to have it in the restaurant while it is still nice and hot.
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As it is a Korean eatery, you would certainly find that the menu is not completely Western-inspired and there’s topokki, a classic Korean soft rice cake, thrown into the mix too.
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Nanda’s version of the topokki is cheesy goodness with a hint of spiciness.
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After you’re done with your gastronomic adventure, you can opt for some drinks served in light bulbs and placed atop fancy floats. Now that’s one way to end your meal!
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Nanda Chicken
Hours: Monday-Saturday, 3.30pm-2am, Sunday, 3.30pm-12am
Address: 11, Jalan Solaris 2, Solaris Mont Kiara, 50480 Kuala Lumpur
Website: Nanda Chicken
Tel: 03-6211 3517
Feature Image Credit: Jing931012 & Nomorebojiomy


14 Hotels & Hostels Under RM100/Night That Are Perfect For Solo Travelers In KL

Vacations are all about celebrating our hard times sloughing away as worker ants, dutifully doing our 9-5 jobs to pay for commitments.
However, sometimes travelling requires lots of planning and a lot more spending. This leaves you high but dry and frustrated. Plus there’s the millennial conundrum of “need zen but will die without internet”.
So here’s a list of 14 ideal places to stay in and chill hard without worrying about food, WiFi and laundry.
The hostels listed here are smack right in the middle of the city and are ideal for ambiverts who just need to be around people or extroverts who want to party from sun up to sun down.

It’s also got all the basic amenities that are perfect for those who are looking to travel solo.
Capsule Hotels
For the wandering ambivert with the need for privacy but will also wilt and die without human interaction.
1. The Bed KLCC
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If perusing the aisles of IKEA without buying anything is your guilty pleasure, The Bed is the perfect staycation place for you!
Located right in the middle of KL City, this place is ideal for ambiverts who would love to hang out with random strangers but have the perfect sanctuary to retreat to at the end of the night.
You’ll even get your own hangers and a clothes rack so your clothes or (god-forbid) undies don’t go missing or get tangled up with other strangers’ ones.
Perhaps if you’re feeling their serious Scandinavian vibes, read more about the place here.
Price: From RM55
Amenities: WiFi, personal reading light, table for laptop or writing postcards, hangers and a clothes rack, personal power socket and a towel.
Address: 12, Jalan Sultan Ismail, 50250 Kuala Lumpur
Website: The Bed KLCC
Bonus Points: Easy access to major malls and tourist attractions or a hotspot for Tinder matches if that’s your thing. 😉
2. Space Hotel @ Chinatown
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For the futuristic-loving geeks who just need to chill, Space Hotel at Chinatown is a great place to run away and hang out with like-minded travelers.
With individual pods that come equipped with a large mirror, lights, and buttons to beep and bop, you’re guaranteed your privacy once the doors of the pod shuts.
Comfortable duvets, futuristic designs, this place is not only Instagrammable but clean and comfortable enough to transport you to dreamland (pun intended).
Price: From RM45
Amenities: WiFi, locker room, luggage storage, 24 hour reception, leisure/TV room, laundry, housekeeping, terrace, free toiletries
Address: No 5-2 and 5-3, Jalan Petaling, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Website: Space Hotel
Bonus Points: Able to up your Instagram game and has amazing beef noodles nearby.
3. Riccarton Capsule Hotel
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Riccarton Capsule Hotel is not another hotel that’s smack right in the middle of the city. Located at the fringe of KL City at Titiwangsa, it is the perfect kind of futuristic capsule hotel minus the buzz and bustle of the crazy downtown.
Surrounded by an abundance of local eateries, you’ll be immersed in the local culture minus the tourist traps.
We were absolutely baited by their tranquil roof garden with an alfresco environment, but if that’s not enough for you, Titiwangsa Lake Park is simply a short Grab ride away.
Complete privacy and comfort and great accessibility at a great price? Uh yes please!
Price: From RM38
Amenities: WiFi, disable-friendly, luggage lockers, rooftop garden, shower rooms, toiletries
Address: No. G-1, Wisma Q Titiwangsa, Persiaran Titiwangsa 1, Jalan Pahang, Kuala Lumpur
Website: Riccarton Capsule Hotel
Bonus points: Titiwangsa Lake Park nearby, more tranquil than being in the middle of the city.
Hostels
For the community-loving individual to zen out with like-minded globe trotters.
4. Back Home
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As the name suggests, Back Home guarantees a comfort level of being at home all in the heart of the historical part of KL.
 Plus, if you’re living on your own in KL and miss your fambam, you can also purchase locally designed postcards and stamps to send some love home.
They’d also make quite a neat collectible! They were given really great reviews about their clean and peaceful environment, accessibility and that their coffee shop (LOKL) makes really great coffee!
Price: From RM55
Amenities: Toiletries, neighbouring cafe, courtyard, complimentary breakfast, coffee and tea, laundry, snacks and drinks, luggage lockers
Address: 30, Jalan Tun H.S. Lee, 50000 Kuala Lumpur.
Website: Back Home
Bonus points: LOKL Coffee Co. serves amazing coffee/brunch and they have locally designed postcards and stamps for sale.
5. Paper Plane Hostel
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Paper Plane is a refurbished and rebuilt 100-year-old colonial house with clean industrial designs.
Decorated with wall paintings by artists, every corner has a story to tell. Their glasshouse lobby and rooftop garden are some of the favorites of their guests and we can totally see why!
The few times I’ve passed by here, there would usually be a small international group of friends chilling with beers and some ciggs in their front patio.
And despite having limited street parking, this hostel is really near to Hang Tuah Monorail station which makes it super convenient for you to travel around KL fuss-free!
Amenities: Toiletries, pillows, bedding, bathroom, WiFi, washing machine (extra charge)
Price: From RM70
Address: No.15 Jalan Sin Chew Kee 50150, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Website: Paper Plane Hostel
Bonus points: Near to VCR (serves arguably the best lattes and brunches) and Pahit (an amazing speakeasy specialising in Gin cocktails).
6. Grid 9 Hotel
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Listen up party animals because the party is just about to get LIT! Aside from their bean bag filled lounge, special privileges at ZOUK are granted to guests at Grid 9 Hotel.
Situated next to Jalan Maharajalela monorail station and a 10-minute walk from Chinatown, it has never been made easier to party from sun down to sun up.
Feel free to wake up way past noon and walk around town looking for the best local brunch coffee shops or kopitiams nearby.
Chill, drink, mingle, and connect with local or globetrotters alike, Grid 9 has created this space in like of a grid to foster connectivity between their guests.
Amenities: WiFi, city maps, towels, common room, 24-hour reception, laundry, luggage storage, housekeeping, bar, cafe, restaurant, games room (pool table)
Price: From RM35
Address: No.9, Jalan Maharajalela, Kuala Lumpur, 50150, Malaysia
Website: Grid 9 Hotel
Bonus points: Disable-friendly bathroom at reception floor and their beanbag lounge.
7. The Reeds Boutique Hotel
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Historic culture meets chic modernistic interiors, The Reeds Boutique Hotel will showcase Malaysia from a fresh perspective.
Being a favourite of locals and travelers alike, they have received great reviews about their rooms, service and location.
Probably because they are located a 3 minute-walk from Medan Tuanku monorail station, 5 minutes from the city center and a few doors down from amazing Baba Nyonya food at Limapulo: Baba Can Cook,
In conclusion, The Reeds Boutique Hotel is in the heart of the city with a safe distance from loud bars and pubs for a peace of mind.
Amenities: WiFi, outdoor terrace, parking, luggage storage, cafe, restaurant, towels
Price: From RM27
Address: No.9, Jalan Yap Ah Shak, Chow Kit, 50300 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur.
Website: The Reeds Boutique Hotel
Bonus points: Kickass Baba Nyonya food owned by the ever-so-friendly Uncle John.
8. Revopackers
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Located near the party district of KL, this neat, clean and stylish hostel is also one for the party animals.
Stay up all night partying and take a leisurely stroll down to ICC Pudu Market for one of the best local food courts for breakfast.
They’re known for our local toast and eggs, egg tarts, Chee Cheong Fun, and pork noodles. Alternatively, sleep in with their fluffy pillows and comfortable beds until your scheduled wake up call gently wakes you up from your deep slumber.
You’ll never miss your flight with their shuttle bus and airport transfer services!
Amenities: Breakfast, WiFi, parking, lockers, common room, wake up calls, shuttle buses, airport transfers, mini supermarket, cafe
Price: From RM34.65
Address: 258, Level 2, Jalan Changkat Thambi Dollah, Pudu
Website: Revopackers
Bonus points: Wake up calls, airport transfers and an abundance of local eateries.
9. Travelogue Guesthouse
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Personally, this is one of my faves from this list. Located in the golden triangle, it’s extremely affordable, comfortable and emits Korean Drama vibes.
Soft neutral colours, comfy sheets, abundance of natural lighting and a roof top garden to chill at, Travelogue KL is a home-stay guest house with a friendly environment.
Although no breakfast is provided, they do have a small kitchen for guests to use and prepare a simple breakfast to go with their free coffee.
Amenities: Airport transfer, WiFi, luggage storage, cafe, games room with Wii, kitchen.
Price: From RM33
Address: 118B, Jalan Bukit Bintang, Kuala Lumpur, 55100, Malaysia.
Website: Travelogue KL
Bonus points: Located close to malls, night-life and Jalan Alor (another haven for delicious local food).
10. TWENTY5 by Ohana
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“Ohana means family”, as said by Stitch from Lilo and Stitch and this is what they hope to make every guest/traveler feel – the sense of home.
Situated in the middle of the city, guests would not have to worry about too much environmental noise as this accommodation is located on the 26th level of a duplex penthouse.
Guests can choose from twin rooms to larger dorms of up to 10 beds in this hostel. Should you require more privacy, they have a pod hotel called Ohana.
Amenities: Breakfast, Wifi, swimming pool, laundry, kitchen, luggage storage, 24-hour reception, board games, playstation.
Price: From RM35
Address: 26th Floor, Unit 2, Taragon Puteri Bintang, Jalan Changkat Thambi Dollah
Website: Twenty5 by Ohana
Bonus points: The hostel with the best skyline.
Airbnb
Private note-worthy accommodation in someone else’s decorated home for the extra peace of mind. Simply because you don’t want to spend your mornings greeting strangers out of politeness.
11. MUJI Studio
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Very much like our first listing in this article, the IKEA dream home in a pod hotel, this apartment is the perfect getaway for you MUJI fans.
Aptly named the MUJI Studio, its home owners have personally designed the interiors of this studio apartment to create a clean, slick, modern and contemporary design.
Emphasising on those characteristics are the white-coloured details as seen in their bedding, towels, metal hanging rack, table combined with untreated, fair timber items.
Their thoughtfulness is amplified through the strategically placed queen sized bed laid in a diagonal orientation – to prevent path obstruction while providing visual privacy from the main door.
Amenities: Self check-in, WiFi, small kitchenette, toilet, towels, toiletries, free parking
Price: From RM88
Address: Petaling Jaya
Website: Airbnb
Bonus points: Near to Heritage Lane, easy access for food, bars and basic groceries.
12. Premium Cozy Deluxe Room
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Another one that’s perfect for one who needs the peace in stillness and quietness is this listing on Airbnb by Toshi.
Marked as a “Rare Find”, it is usually booked and has received countless stellar reviews.
But it really is not surprising as it has facilities for Yoga, a gym, a Forest Lounge and a Sky Garden for the ultimate zen out experience.
Amenities: WiFi, sky garden, laundry, mini market, gym/yoga, badminton, forest lounge, free parking, cable TV, kitchen, heating, washer, pool, lockbox, BBQ grill
Price: From RM46
Address: Kuala Lumpur
Website: Airbnb
Bonus points: View of KLCC with an easy access to the city.
13. The Nooq Cozy Studio
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For the introverted book worms, The Nooq Cozy Studio by Noah on Airbnb is the perfect hideout for you.
Located in one of the administrative suburbs of Selangor, this comfortable staycation is located near the largest bookstore in KL a.k.a. BookXcess.
Guests can check in and then head to Tamarind Square for a hearty lunch at Tiger Lily Thai Restaurant before perusing the endless aisles of discounted books at BookXcess.
Book in one hand, beverage in another and you’re all set to chill by the pool or on the couch at home.
Amenities: WiFi, parking, kitchen, elevator, iron, gym, pool
Price: From RM86
Address: Cyberjaya
Website: Airbnb
Bonus points: Near to the largest BookXcess store at Tamarind Square.
14. Studio Apartment Room KL
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Like all things in life – balance is key. Jacey’s place is a 15 minutes drive away from the city center (Pavilion KL and KLCC) which is also accessible via public transport stations 5 minutes away.
Numerous positive reviews were left on the cleanliness of the space and the great views from the rooftop and the floor-to-ceiling windows.
Thus this is certainly the perfect place to chill out after a whole day of exploring the city under the sunny albeit warm Malaysian sun.
Amenities: Self check-in, WiFi, kitchen, elevator, free parking, essentials, gym, pool,
Price: From RM77
Address: Sentrio Pandan, Jalan 3/76c, Desa Pandan, 55100 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur
Website: Airbnb
Bonus points: Not too near but not too far from the city which provides a peaceful environment for a relaxing staycation.
Feature Image Credit: Paperplane Hostel and Airbnb user @Venice


9 Putrajaya Cafés And The Signature Dishes To Order When You're Here

When one thinks of Putrajaya, one would carry with them the idea that Putrajaya is a place of governmental activities, decorated with administrative buildings, public parks, and lavish residential areas. Apart from that, the one common notion about Putrajaya is that it is outrageously far away, and many would avoid having to go over as much as possible – not to be blamed, given the utter atrocity of KL and Selangor traffic.
While it may be true that Putrajaya is a very government-oriented location, there are still places for entertainment and food. If you ever find yourself in Putrajaya and you are looking for places where you can chill and have good food, here is a list of 9 Putrajaya cafés that you can go to and try out their signature dishes.
1. Namoo Grey
A Korean-oriented café, Namoo Grey’s main menu consists of numerous authentic Korean dishes and treats, while also allowing their patrons to relax and sit back with the modern interior design. They fully believe in the ideal that good food ought to be natural, fresh, and timeless. While their menu selection is vast, Namoo Grey’s signature dishes are the crusty bibi burger, seafood pancake, and ppang – all are attractions to the diehard K-Pop fans.
The crusty bibi burger is basically brown rice pressed with chicken fillet, cheese, fried egg, and Korean red pepper sauce. If you are a seafood lover, the seafood pancake would be an ideal choice; chopped prawn, squid, crab stick, spring onion, and fried rice wrapped in omelette, and complemented with fried chicken fillet. If you are looking for something lighter and sweeter, you can opt for their ppang, which is a waffle-type dessert shaped in fish form and filled with sweet red bean mash.
Signature dishes: Crusty bibi burger, seafood pancake, ppang

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Namoo Grey Korean Cafe
Hours: Monday – Sunday, 10a.m. – 10p.m.
Address: L1-72 first floor, city mall Lebuh IRC IOI City, 43000, IOI Resort, Putrajaya
Tel: 03 8959 1269
2. Umai Café
Umai Café is the representative of the Malaysian local culture while also adopting a rather modern outlook with regards to the design and environment.  Placed at the edge of the serene Putrajaya lake, this café is perfect for those who are seeking a relaxing and natural environment. Imagine having a nasi lemak and a glass of bandung sitting outside by the lake – it can’t get more serene than that.
One of their signature dishes happens to be the nasi lemak ayam berempah, which is nasi lemak with fried spiced chicken, anchovies dipped in sambal, and the usual condiments found in a nasi lemak set. Their bandung is also quite renowned among the usual crowd of patrons, pink and thick and definitely satisfactory for your sweet tooth.
Signature dishes: Nasi lemak ayam berempah, bandung
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Umai Café
Hours: Monday – Sunday, 9a.m. – 11p.m.
Address: Jalan P8e2/10, Presint 2, 62100 Putrajaya, Wilayah Persekutuan Putrajaya
Website: Umai Café
Tel: 012 239 6118
3. Monte Bianco
Once upon a time, before Monte Bianco, there was Perfume Dance. When Putrajaya IOI Mall City Mall emerged, Perfume Dance was then rebranded into what is now Monte Bianco, and it is not lacking the uniqueness it carried during its Perfume Dance days. Once you have stepped foot in this café, you will find yourself transported into a classic European restaurant, what with their set up, decoration, furniture, and music.
At Monte Bianco, the one thing you absolutely need to try out is the Dancing Diva toast, made of honey fondue layered with an ice cream scoop and a tiny red heeled shoe. Apart from the toast, if you are a soup lover, do not forget to try out the wild mushroom soup.
Signature dishes: Dancing Diva toast, wild mushroom soup
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Monte Bianco
Hours: Monday – Sunday, 10a.m. – 10p.m.
Address: L1 35&36 IOI City Mall, Putrajaya
Website: Monte Bianco
Tel: 03 8213 0753
4. Franco
Franco is a café that adapts to the casual fine dining experience for their customers. Looking for a place to chill out with your friends? Going out to bond with your parents? Well, Franco is right there waiting for you to visit, ready too serve you with affordable and tasty meals from their menu that consists of a vast number of options.
This café is rather famous for their souffle selection, especially their matcha and vanilla souffle. You can be assured that when you feed yourself a tiny spoonful of that souffle, you will find yourself in sugar heaven, be it mixed with matcha or vanilla. If you are looking for a more substantial and filling – but not entirely heavy – option, opt for the Franco french toast, which is served with a thick and brown toast topped with a scoop of vanilla ice cream and drizzled with honey. Their squid ink pasta is worth a try as well – the pasta noodles blackened with squid ink, and served with a few squid pieces, along with small tomatoes.
Signature Dishes: Souffle, french toast, squid ink pasta
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Franco
Hours: Monday – Sunday, 10a.m. – 10p.m.
Address: LG-80C & 80D, Lower Ground Floor, IOI City Mall, Lebuh IRC, IOI Resort City, Putrajaya, 62502
Tel: 03 8959 3928
5. Serabei Café
This café took advantage of the fact that Ayer @ 8 was a refreshing commercial area back in 2014, and it did not go to waste. Serabei Café has a distinct advantage in which it is located by the waterfront, availing the customers to have a nice view as they enjoy their meal and each other’s company. Plus, their service is top notch as patrons do not have to wait long for the food to come.
When someone walks into Serabei Café, the one meal they almost always order is the infamous nasi kerabu. Those unclear about what it is, nasi kerabu is a rice mixed with raw herbs, vegetables, and kerisik, drizzled with fermented fish sauce and sambal. The rice either comes in blue or yellow, one from food colouring and the other from turmeric. Serabei Café serves it blue, and complement it with fried chicken, salted egg, and keropok.
Signature dish: nasi kerabu
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Serabei Café
Hours: Monday – Sunday, 10a.m. – 9p.m.
Address: A2-3-GA, [email protected], Jalan P8 G/13, Presint 8, Putrajaya, 62000
Tel: 012 958 1056
6. Wondermilk
Wondermilk started out as a small homemade cupcake café, and then they started expanding, turning into them into one of Malaysia’s most prominent Bumiputera brand in the business of dessert production. One of their branches made its way to Putrajaya, and it is time for you to go and try out all their cupcakes and cakes and cookies and square bits. The bloated stomach will be worth it.
This café is well known for their desserts, yes, but especially their chocolate desserts. There’s just something about the way they whipped the chocolate into shape and create all these desserts for us to enjoy. It can’t be found anywhere else.
Signature dishes: Chocolate desserts
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Image Credit: Wondermilk
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Wondermilk
Hours: Monday – Sunday, 10a.m. – 10p.m.
Address: G-77 Ground Floor, IOI City Mall Putrajaya, 62502 Sepang, Selangor
Website: Wondermilk
Tel: 03 8957 7645
7. Padi House
Padi House does not only reside in Putrajaya, but all things considered, it is still a rather low key café as compared to others. While the name itself may suggest a rather Malaysian menu, it is actually a good fusion of Asian and Western foods.
In their menu, there is a rather general list of food stuffs that can usually be found in menus in other cafés and restaurants. However, the one thing that stands out among all items on their menu is the Pavlova. It has gotten rave reviews, and may be the main reason of why their customers keep coming back.
Signature dish: Pavlova
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Padi House
Hours: Monday – Sunday, 11a.m. – 10p.m.
Address: Padi House, Presint 4, 62000 Putrajaya
Tel: 012 696 5421
8. Tokio Café
Since their opening, this café has yet to fail in attracting hungry customers to their domain and then have them return again and again. The environment is meant to be relaxing, so it is open air with fans to provide coolness for the customers. Still, for a place with a name like Tokio Café, one would think that the prices will be through the roof. Well, you are in for a treat, because their menu is affordable and always delivers value. Apart from that, instead of fusing Asian and Western, this café offers Japanese and Asian meals for their customers.
Among the list of items that are listed on the menu, two things stand out. Firstly, their cheese-baked rice is to die for, and the reviews it has garnered have certainly proven its worth. The cheese is up to standard, and it’s not too heavy or too light for cheese lovers out there. If you looking for something light, they have Japanese club sandwich on the menu, which is a standout as well. It served with ham, cabbage, and mayonnaise, along with some chips to go with it.
Signature dishes: Cheese-baked rice, Japanese club sandwich
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Tokio Café
Hours: Monday – Sunday, 11a.m. – 10p.m.
Address: Block 3503 Prima Avenue , Jalan Teknokrat 5 , 63000 Cyberjaya
Tel: 03 8319 1313
9. Monjo Coffee
Other cafés offer a variety of food and then a general selection of caffeinated drinks to call themselves cafés. However, this one stays true to its identity and serves genuinely tasteful caffeinated drinks, while also keeping up with the quality of the food they serve. Not only so, they are always in the think thank, attempting to come up with more options to complement each patron’s tastes and preferences. Hence, with each time you are there, you may find yet another option on the menu that you can try out.
Monjo Coffee’s drinks are not to be trifled with, but if you are truly looking for something that worth your taste buds burning, their hazelnut caffe latte is the one to go with! It is made with pure Arabica bean extractions, providing an exotic taste and aroma to the drink and further enhancing your latte experience that you will definitely want to see it ‘latte’! Or you can try out the Vietnamese hot chocolate, yet another signature drink of theirs!
Signature drinks: Hazelnut caffe latte, Vietnamese hot chocolate
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This Açai Bar In Publika Has Healthy Dessert Bowls & It's The Perfect Excuse To Eat Clean

When one mentions ‘desserts’ in Malaysia, they would often times think of the usual ice cream parlors and waffle cafés that are aplenty in Klang Valley. Desserts are often associated with an indulgent experience but it need not be so all of the time. We can have our (healthy) dessert and eat it too.
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Image Credit: Cabana
Açaí bowls are one such dessert and they’re made from the açaí berries that are commonly found in the Amazon rainforests. This berry is a superfood that can only last less than 48 hours without refrigeration. In order to turn them into the dessert bowls that one usually sees on Instagram, it needs to be pulped and frozen within the first 48 hours of harvesting in order to preserve the nutritional value found in the skin of the fruit.
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Image Credit: Cabana
What makes this fruit so special is the fact that açai berries have twice the antioxidant level of blueberries, and 10 times that of grapes, hence rightfully earning them the label of a superfood. It is also high in antioxidants and healthy fats to supplement your fit lifestyle.
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Image Credit: Cabana
To try this healthy dessert made with authentic açaí pulp, you can swing by Cabana Açai Bar at Publika. The bowls come in 3 different sizes of Small (RM12.90), Medium (RM16.90) and Large (RM22.90). Customise your own bowl with different fruits and other superfood toppings like chia seeds and goji berries. Some of the flavour combinations you can opt for are the mangoes and dragonfruit bowls which are high in fiber and keeps you full while also aiding digestion.
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Besides the açai bowls, you can try the smoothies (RM16.90) as well. 2 of the flavours you can go for are the Superfood Salad Smoothie and Piña Colada.
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Image Credit: Cabana
Cabana Açaí Bar is a good way to maintain a fit and healthy lifestyle without sacrificing on flavour. Not only are they good for you, they can also find a spot on your Instagram feed due to how bright and colourful they are.
Cabana Açai Bar
Hours: 10am-10pm, daily.
Address: Lot 63, Level UG, Publika Shopping Gallery, Jalan Dutamas 1, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Website: Cabana Açai Bar
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Here Are The 4 Remaining Chatime Outlets In Malaysia, If You're No Tealive Fan

If you’ve been a huge fan of the Chatime drinks, you would have been absolutely gutted by the news of the closing of the outlets in Malaysia. Since its recent rebranding to Tealive, Malaysians have been able to taste the new blend of drinks by Loob Holdings. However, if you figured that nothing would match up to the original Chatime taste, you can actually still buy it in Malaysia.
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There are 4 remaining Chatime outlets in Malaysia which has opted to remain with the Taiwanese franchise owner. These Chatime outlets are located at:

Chatime KL Sentral
Chatime Kota Damansara
Chatime Bentong
Chatime Genting Highlands

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15 Fitness Classes To Join In KL When You Hate The Gym But Would Kill For A 6-Pack

Heading to the gym and spending a hour on the elliptical machine or treadmill might sound like complete torture for some, especially for those who are just starting out on their fitness journey.
However, with the recent offering of various other sports or fitness classes, you don’t even need to step inside a gym to get that 6-pack you’ve been dying for.
From flyoga to inline skating and mermaiding to POUNDing, here are 15 alternative fitness classes and sports to join in KL. Bonus: they’re a whole lot more fun too!
1. Adult Gymnastics
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Gymnastics is often seen as a sport which requires one to start young because we are typically more flexible and pick up faster when we’re younger. Adults would tend to shy away from sports such as gymnastics for this reason, but your gymnast dreams don’t have to die just because you’re an adult. There’s a gym in PJ called Total Gym Club which offers, on top of various other courses, adult gymnastic classes, and the class is open to those aged 18 and above.
Total Gym Club

Address: A-G-05,Block A, Menara Prima, Jalan PJU 1/39, Dataran Prima, 47301 Petaling Jaya

Website: Total Gym Club
Tel: 012- 2890105
2. Quidditch
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Potterheads would be familiar with the quidditch sport where players fly around on broomsticks. Clearly, humans can’t fly and that’s the major difference between the Harry Potter version and the sport played by Malaysians. However, that’s not the only difference as the quidditch sport played in real life is actually a contact sport which is a mix between rugby, dodgeball and tag. The Damansara Dementors is a quidditch group which holds weekly trainings on Sunday evenings and are constantly on the lookout for new members.
Quidditch Malaysia
Website: Quidditch Malaysia
3. Raksfit
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Shimmy your way to a fitter you with a raksfit class which basically consists of a zumba style of belly dance, coupled with a hip scarve. The Middle East Dance Studio offers hour-long raksfit classes for those who are looking to learn the art of belly dancing whilst at the same time want a cardio-based workout. Raksfit is afterall an uptempo version of the original belly dance.
The Middle East Dance Academy
Address: A-3A-05, Neo Damansara, No.1 Jalan PJU 8/1, Bandar Damansara Perdana
Website: The Middle East Dance Academy
Tel: 03-7497 6244
4. Spin Class
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A spinning bike might look harmless enough but spend a 45-minute session with FlyCycle, and you’d be drenched in enough sweat to realise that it’s actually a killer workout which targets more than just your legs, which is the common assumption. FlyCycle’s classes are upbeat and it might just be mistaken for a party, what with the neon lighting and the latest music blaring through the speakers.

FlyCycle
Address: VERVE® Shops, 6th floor, Jalan Kiara 5, Mont Kiara
Website: FlyCycle
Tel: 03-6206 2082
5. Parkour
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Parkour is a form of art which showcases an individual moving freely over and through any terrain by running, jumping, tumbling and climbing. It’s a sport which tests the mind as well because half the challenge is to have the courage to jump and run from point A to point B and sometimes, this includes jumping from one wall to another with huge gaps in between. Those who practice parkour gain benefits such as confidence and self-reliance on top of building their stamina and getting fit at the same time. Parkour Malaysia has classes for those who wish to learn this sport and even for those who wish to be certified as a parkour trainer.
Parkour Malaysia
Website: Parkour Malaysia
6. Barre Class
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Barre classes at Urban Spring is a mixture of dance, ballet and pilates and it is intended to strengthen, lengthen and chisel the body. Though it is not a high intensity cardio workout, you would still wind up sweating buckets and end up with aching muscles, but in a good way. Urban Spring has 2 types of classes called the XTend Barre Fundamentals and the XTend Barre Stick, both of which are 55 minutes long.
Urban Spring
Address: 57-1 Jalan Bangkung, Bukit Bandaraya, Bangsar
Website: Urban Spring
Tel: 03-2095 3998
7. POUND
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Ever watched a drummer jamming away to an upbeat tune before and figured if that was a legit arm workout right there? Well, POUND takes that very principle and turns it into a full-on cardio jam session where you are essentially going through the movements of playing the drum. It’s a creative workout which feels almost like a dance choreography with the inclusion of drum sticks and Sole to Soul Dance Studio is the first in Malaysia to offer POUND classes.
Sole to Soul Dance Studio
Address: 19 Jalan SS 23/11, SS 23, Taman Sea Petaling Jaya
Website: Sole to Soul Dance Studio
Tel: 03-7806 5852
8. Mermaid Classes
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If you’ve ever aspired to be a mermaid, DolphinLee Aquatic offers mermaiding classes which is the practice of wearing a costume mermaid tail and swimming in it. At DolphinLee Aquatic, the mermaiding class offered is a version of an aquarobics session where an aerobics workout is performed underwater. On top of mermaiding, DophinLee Aquatic also offers other lesson such as scuba diving, swimming and freediving courses.
DolphinLee Aquatic
Address: Klang Executive Club, Persiaran Bukit Raja 2, Bandar Baru Klang
Website: DolphinLee Aquatic
Tel: 019-603 3522
9. Pole Dancing
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Pole dancing is a workout which combines both dance and acrobatics. While one does not necessarily have to be naturally flexible to attempt pole dancing, it definitely helps to have background in dance, gymnastics or acrobatics. At Viva Vertical, pole dancing classes are offered, on top of acrobatics, aerial arts, flyoga and jazz and hip hop dance classes.
Viva Vertical
Address: Ground Floor, Heritage House, 33 Jalan Yap Ah Shak, Asian Heritage Row
Website: Viva Vertical
Tel: 016-209 6997
10. Inline Skating
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Inline skating is a rollerblading sport often enjoyed outdoors. At Skateline, classes are offered to students aged from 4 till 60. The Learn-to-Skate programme at Skateline teaches one all the necessary skills in inline skating such as falling down and getting up as well as skating from point A to point B. It’s a six-level programme which is taught by Inline Certification Programme-certified instructors.
Skateline
Address: 621, Jalan 17/8, Petaling Jaya
Website: Skateline
Tel: 03-7932 5758
11. Hula Hooping
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Hula hooping might not seem like a sport which torches calories, but it incorporates spinning a hula hoop around the waist, arms, legs and neck and you’ll constantly be moving so as to keep the hoop spinning. The Hula Hoop Institute offers retreats, events as well as Skype lessons for those who wish to learn to hula hoop. Classes are taught by renowned hula hooping instructor, Mishie Hoops.
The Hula Hoop Institute
Website: The Hula Hoop Institute
12. Flyoga
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Flyoga is a form of yoga performed in the air and it incorporates an aerial hammock as well. Flyoga students will learn how to focus on their core strength, flexibility and breathing as they perform moves in the hammock. The benefits of flyoga is improved muscle tone and core strength. Dreams Dance Studio in Subang Jaya offers flyoga classes, on top of various other lessons such as pole fitness and aerial hooping.
Dreams Dance Studio
Address: 37C Jalan SS15/4, Subang Jaya, 47500 Subang Jaya
Website: Dreams Dance Studio
Tel: 017 3311688
13. Fencing
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Fencing is a sport which requires one to think quick and constantly think of what the opponent’s next move might be. Bekking Fencing Academy in Wangsa Maju offers classes for beginners all the way up to those in their advanced levels. It is one of the few fencing academies in Malaysia and students of this academy have trained in competitions and even earned themselves gold and silver medals respectively.
Bekking Fencing Academy
Address: Section 5 Wangsa Maju, Kuala Lumpur
Website: Bekking Fencing Academy
Tel: 012-823 3900
14. Trampolining
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Jumping Fitness is a fat-burning, sweat-inducing workout where students will jump on some specially-designed Jumping® PROFI trampolines to some upbeat tunes. Classes are held at the Jumping Fitness studio in Bukit Jalil and this intense workout can torch up to 1,000 calories in a single class.
Jumping Fitness
Address: Jumping Fitness Malaysia, The Earth Bukit Jalil, Kuala Lumpur
Website: Jumping Fitness
Tel: 012-699 1512
15. Rock Climbing
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Camp5 is one of the well-known places in KL where rock climbing enthusiasts can enjoy climbing up an artificial rock wall. It is a total body workout where participants will try their best to climb all the way to the top whilst strategically placing their hands and feet on the wall holds.
Camp5
Address: 1, Lebuh Bandar Utama, Petaling Jaya
Website: Camp5
Tel: 03-7726 0420
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Bridal House Meets Fairytale At This Dreamy Merry-Go-Round Concept Café In Ipoh

Bridal houses tend to be magical on its own, what with it being filled with hundreds of intricate gowns and one that any bride-to-be could potentially don on the happiest day of her life. With that being said, there really isn’t any studio quite like V Bridal House though.
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This Ipoh bridal house has been around for the past couple of years and it had always been known as a 2-storey unit featuring a café on the ground floor and a bridal studio on the first.
The Valentino Bridal studio offers anything from Valentino signature gowns to pre-wedding shoots. It makes complete sense then to match the concept with a café because when one has been modeling a stunning dress for a duration of time, they would certainly be hit by hunger pangs too!
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Image Credit: V Bridal Cafe
The ground floor café of V Bridal used to be a Tiffany Blue dream complete with mint blue meals but they have recently upgraded to become a sweet pink merry-go-round concept café. This concept will be unveiled to guests on January 30.
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Image Credit: V Bridal Cafe
Some of the meals that one can look forward to are the Unicorn Milk, Walnut Chocolate dish and Saranghae Waffles with Ice Cream.
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Image Credit: V Bridal Cafe
Image Credit: V Bridal Cafe
Image Credit: V Bridal Cafe
The romantic feel that this Korean concept café portrays has also made it a place where wedding proposals have gone down. Besides that, it is also an ideal spot for birthday parties and bridal showers.
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It certainly feels like one has walked right into a fairytale story what with the inclusion of the dreamy merry-go-round and other items such as a life-sized bear. You don’t have to be engaged either to enjoy this café because it would be a good spot to snap a couple of awesome Instagram shots nonetheless.
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Image Credit: V Bridal Cafe
If you’re hoping to pay this café and bridal house a visit, you can call to reserve a spot and visit them from the third day of Lunar New Year, when they will officially unveil this new concept.
V Bridal Café – Korean Café
Hours: Bridal House 10am-8pm, Café 12pm-1opm
Address: 54, Jalan Raja Musa Aziz, 30300 Ipoh, Perak
Website: V Bridal Café – Korean Café
Tel: 05-2413239


The Next Time You're At A Pasar Malam, Look Out For These Foot-Long Skinny Fries

French fries is a staple fast food snack among Malaysians and some would even consider it as comfort food. It’s clear that we love our potatoes regardless of what form they’re in, so how about having some foot-long skinny fries then? Lord Of The Fries is a much-loved brand originating from Taiwan and it has finally arrived in Malaysia!
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These super crispy fries are sold in various pasar malams across Malaysia. Each set comes with 10-15 sticks of foot-long fries. The fries are then doused with a sauce of your choice and you can opt to top it with Cheese, Japanese Seaweed, Thousand Island, Spicy Salty, Red Tomato Sauce, Thai Sweet and Sour, Honey Mustard or Mustard Salad.
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While it is sold in 9 other pasar malams within Klang Valley, the Taman Connaught Pasar Malam is without a doubt the most popular stall. Since its recent launch, it has seen long queues each Wednesday night when it opens. If the long queue is any indication of how good it is, then you’d better head on over to get yourself some of these sinful goodness too!
Lord Of The Fries
Where: Various night markets around Klang Valley

Monday: PJ SS2 & Serdang
Tuesday: Sg Long & Sri Petaling
Wednesday: Taman Connaught Pasar Malam
Thursday: Taman OUG & Taman Ehsan
Friday: Leisure Mall Night Market
Saturday: Setia Alam Night Market
Sunday: Kepong Baru

Website: Lord Of The Fries
Tel: 012-822 0530
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Kick Skydiving Off Your Bucket List At KL's First Indoor Skydiving Wind Tunnel!

Suit up ’cause KL is about to get its first indoor skydiving wind tunnel!
Skydiving is one of the activities that many have dreamt up for their ultimate bucket list but if the thought of jumping off a plane gets you queasy, why not take baby steps and try it out with AirRider instead?
Have a lil’ fun and snap an epic pic for Instagram!
AirRider is an indoor skydiving centre which simulates the freefalling aspect of skydiving but without having to parachute off a plane. It’s a wind assisted activity housed within a 360 degree glass flight chamber in 1 Utama.

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The way AirRider works is by incorporating vertical wind tunnels which are also the very same ones used by the military and professional skydivers during training.
What the wind creates is a space where people can float and ultimately “fly”. The wall-to-wall airflow concept that AirRider uses makes it impossible to fall off the column of air, hence simulating the experience of indoor skydiving.

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Each flyer is also evaluated based on their weight and skill level and this will help the tunnel operator to control the windspeed which is suited for them.
AirRider is a part of 1Utama’s new extension called 1UtamaE which is an international extreme sports and entertainment centre in the mall.

Suitable for those aged 3 years and above, the activity will be assisted by trained instructors who are all qualified through the International Bodyflight Association (IBA).

It’s managed by the Australian company, Indoor Skydive Australia Group, which also runs facilities in Australia and around the region.
AirRider will mark its official opening sometime around the end of January and flights are priced between RM89-RM399, depending on which package you opt for.
We can’t wait for KL’s first indoor skydiving centre to officially open its doors to the public!
AirRider
Address: 1 Dataran Bandar Utama, Kuala Lumpur Petaling Jaya
Website: AirRider
Tel: 03-7728 5588
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[New Eats] This Bangsar Café's Menu Includes Meals That Are Nut-Free & Diabetic-Friendly

When someone thinks of healthy food, they might automatically figure that it’s bland or boring. After all, with the plethora of sinful, decadent meals out there, why would one settle for some spiraled zucchini noodles and beetroot salad? Unless of course, the meals are delicious and healthy at the same time. One place that serves good-for-you meals which are also flavourful is Fittie Sense, a new café in Bangsar.
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Upon entering, you would find yourself in a predominantly white space filled with serenity and tranquility. Clean eating in a clean, uncluttered white space. That sounds about right. One thing’s for sure, you’d be able to eat your meals peacefully here. Fittie Sense has even thrown in some potted plants at the corner of the eatery for good measure.
When it comes to food, Fittie Sense calls them Fit Food and they range between gluten-free, dairy-free, nut-free, paleo-friendly, keto-friendly (high-fat, moderate protein, low-carb diet) or diabetic-friendly meals.
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True to their vision, Fittie Sense offers a healthier take on spaghetti. Instead of spaghetti, they use zucchini instead. The Yellow-Spiraled Zucchini with Mushrooms and Tomato Cooked In Aglio Olio Style (RM17) might not be predominantly carbs, but it still tastes amazing. The sauce itself is made out of chilli, garlic, lemon, parsley and capers and with each bite, you will get a burst of spicy and zesty flavours in your mouth.
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Of course, wholesome meals doesn’t mean that it has to be vegan or vegetarian. After all, balance is key right? The Harissa Chicken Kebabs with Lebanese Slaw and Sumac Salsa (RM24) is definitely a good appetiser to start off with. The secret to this dish is the Lebanese slaw and sumac salsa.
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The next dish might make you raise your eyebrows but hear us out. If you enjoy kebab, you should give the Beef Kofte with Baba Ganoush, Marinated Beetroot & Cauliflower Tabbouleh (RM32) a go. If anyone could make beetroot taste good, it’ll probably be Fittie Sense. The trick is in marinating the beetroot, giving it a savoury kick to add on to the beetroot’s natural flavours.
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Their Grass-Fed Beef Sirloin, Fittie Kimchi & 10-Grain Rice with Watercress Radish Salad is roasted to pink perfection. The dish comes with multi-whole grains, rice, watercress and radish salad. They also serve an in-house fermented kimchi in this dish. Kimchi is not something you’d regularly find in dishes, especially non-Korean fare, but it’s actually good for your gut and has a spicy, tangy kick to it too.
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The Poached Chicken Breast with Asparagus and Bok Choy in Buckwheat Congee (RM34) might look simple but the flavours are not. Congee and greens get an upgrade in flavour with the garlic-ginger dressing it comes with. It’s good that the vegetables are the crunchy kind too as it adds a bit more texture to the dish.
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The Red Laksa (RM18) is made out of konjac noodles topped off with soft-boiled eggs. Even though it’s a dry version of the traditional laksa, it is still very much one. In fact, just think of it as a plate of deconstructed laksa.
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For desserts, the Gram Dal Lentil Pancakes (RM24) is good for 2. The ingredients used in this dish are lentil powder, kefir curd and house-made strawberry jam.
Certainly, leading a healthy lifestyle in Malaysia is pretty tough. There are so many tempting options out there. Hence it’s great that Fittie Sense offers healthy fare that is also yummy. It’s a good way to introduce nutritious meals to those who don’t normally have them too.
Fittie Sense

Hours: Monday-Friday: 11am-10pm, (Closed on Tuesdays), Saturday-Sunday: 8.30am-10pm
Address: 23A, Jalan Telawi 3, Bangsar Baru, Kuala Lumpur
Website: Fittie Sense
Tel:  03-2858 4023
Feature Image Credit: Fittie Sense & Eat Drink KL


泰国知名爆浆曲奇饼Creamery Boutique Ice Creams袭马！这叫人怎么减肥啊？

马来西亚人真的很喜欢吃甜点，甜点店开了一家又一家，可我们还是觉得不够！日前位于Damansara Jaya又开了一家来自泰国的甜点咖啡厅——Creamery Boutique Ice Creams。这家咖啡厅主要售卖爆浆曲奇饼和冰淇淋，目前在泰国拥有3家分店，而在马来西亚则有两家，由Ian Lee和Jerry Chompunush Jomsangawong创立。

Image Credit: Creamery Boutique Ice Creams
由于他们为了确保甜点的品质，每天所制作的曲奇饼和冰淇淋的分量都不多，所以Creamery Boutique Ice Creams的店面并不大，就如它的名字一样，是家小小的甜点精品店。
Image Credit: Creamery Boutique Ice Creams
他们的曲奇饼共有4种口味：红丝绒、怪物抹茶、巧克力和布朗尼。而他们的冰淇淋则有10种口味，包括香蕉太妃糖、piko piko（提拉米苏）和莓果起司蛋糕等等。
Image Credit: @CreameryBkk & @Janell_lim
Creamery Boutique Ice Creams的爆浆曲奇饼都比一般曲奇饼大，大约有一个巴掌大小。他们的饼口感偏软，带有些许嚼劲，轻轻地用小匙一挖，饼干里的酱就会“爆”出来，加上一球冰冰凉凉的冰淇淋，真是太好吃啦！此外，这里的甜点都盛在平底锅里，非常特别。

Image Credit: @Lennychoo & @Vikeytan
Image Credit: @Syia.s & @Panda_0410
这里一份曲奇饼 + 一球冰淇淋只要价RM8.90，加两球冰淇淋则要RM16.90。
Image Credit: Creamery Boutique Ice Creams
Creamery Boutique Ice Creams
营业时间: 10am-10pm, daily
地址: T30, Third Floor, Atria Shopping Gallery, Jalan SS22/23 Damansara Jaya, Petaling Jaya
网址: Creamery Boutique Ice Creams
电话: 03-7731 6222
Feature Image Credit: Creamery Boutique Ice Creams


It Takes Ages To Cook A Curry So We Bet Mom Would Appreciate This Ready-Made Sauce

A good flavourful pot of curry is arguably one of those things that requires a level of skill, practice and patience to make.
Sure, a beginner cook might encounter a stroke of luck and wind up with a spectacular curry paste the first time around but more often than not, it requires an understanding of ingredients and flavours to whip up a mean curry.
Skills aside, it’s usually also a lengthy process to create curry and you’ll have to be patient when making one from scratch. I would know, having watched my mom create curries at home and smelling the aroma wafting through the air but knowing that I’ll only be able to enjoy it at least an hour later.
While ready-made curry pastes are readily available at supermarkets and at times, even pasars, the main concern would be the additives included which allow it to “tahan longer” and “taste better”.

In fact, a quick online search on some curry paste brands available at local grocery stores and I found that most contained additives I’m not familiar with and would probably even pronounce wrongly.
What makes local curry paste brand, AYA REAL FOOD, unique is the lack of additives in theirs.
“Crafted from time-honoured recipes that use all-natural ingredients, our products contain no MSG, no preservatives and no artificial colours,” the team shared.

The founder of AYA REAL FOOD shared on their website, “Like any other parent, I want only the best for my daughter and it begins from ensuring she gets the right and adequate nutrition. Healthy eating feeds healthy bodies which, in turn, develop healthy minds.”
In the same vein, AYA REAL FOOD’s products are incredibly useful, especially for working parents who would probably not have the luxury of time to whip up curries from scratch. And even if stay-at-home parents are able to free up time to cook up a curry, it’s nice to have less time-consuming options to choose from too.
“Packed full of authentic flavours, they are made to be easy to use–because I know time is a luxury for parents–so that you can prepare delicious, nutritious meals for your whole family in a matter of minutes. AYA is homecooking made easy,” the team shared.
Besides curry, AYA REAL FOOD also sells ready-made cooking pastes and ready-to-eat snacks.
Currently, there are 3 flavours available under the brand and it takes only 20 minutes of cooking for the flavours to mingle with your protein or carb of choice.

Kalio: It’s a spicy curry sauce which is suitable for rendang-style dishes and the flavours are reminiscent of Padang cuisine. This sauce can be prepared with meat, seafood or vegetables. Ingredients include oil, onion, garlic, ginger, turmeric, chili, lemongrass, lime leaves, pepper, coconut milk, candlenuts, salt and sugar.
Karashi Bilis: If you enjoy a bit of crunch, you’ll like this ready-to-eat snack made from all-natural ingredients and seasonings (no cooking is required). It can be used as a salad, canape or pasta topping or even served over hot steamed rice. Ingredients include anchovies, oil, chili, fried shallots, anchovy powder and sugar.
Seafood Cook Out: This sauce is suitable as a topping for cooked seafood, as a dip or marinade or even to be added to your stir-fry cookings. It is said to be savoury, zesty and comes with a hint of spice. Ingredients include garlic, onion, butter, lime powder, chili flakes, English herbs, salt and pepper.
These sauces and pastes are priced at RM38.80-RM39.80 each (excluding delivery fees if purchased online).
AYA REAL FOOD’s products can also be found occasionally at local bazaars and they are stocked exclusively at Atlas Grocer and Jaya Grocer (Starling, Intermark, The Gardens).
AYA REAL FOOD
Instagram: AYA REAL FOOD
All Image Credit: AYA REAL FOOD


There's A New Indulgent Japanese Pastry In Town—It Has A Custard Filling

Syukurimu is a cream puff pastry which is shaped like a stick and is covered with almonds for added crunch. Break it in half and watch the satisfying cold custard cream ooze out gradually.
The crunchy pastry complements the cold cream well and it’s satisfaction with every bite.

Each of these pastries are piped with fresh custard upon order and you can watch the staff baking and piping the heavenly desserts as you wait in line.
Tokyo Secret is known for their Hanjyuku cheese tarts which currently comes in flavours like Matcha, Coffee, Strawberry, Taro and Hazelnut.
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With the introduction of the Syukurimu dessert, you’ll have a chance to taste another Japanese dessert that’s equally as creamy and mouthwatering.

Pair it with Tokyo Secret’s coffee blends such as the Primo Quattro coffee which has an aromatic nutty and spicy flavour with hints of dark cocoa, liquorice, citrus and salted caramel.
Tokyo Secret has 5 outlets nationwide and you can check them out at Mid Valley, 1 Utama, Sunway Pyramid, Bukit Bintang and Sky Avenue.


This Fast Food Restaurant In Empire Damansara Serves Japanese Sushi Doughnuts & Pizzas

Plenty of new food concepts were developed in the Malaysian market as of late and they include food hybrids like cronuts (croissants + doughnuts), croffles (croissants + waffles) and now, there’s even a sushi doughnut!
Image Credit: Aussie Roll
Image Credit: Aussie Roll
The sushi doughnuts are available at Aussie Roll in Empire Damansara, which has branches in Australia and Singapore. Now while the sushi doughnut is not sweet by any means, it certainly looks like a doughnut.
Image Credit: Aussie Roll
Some of the flavours to try are avocado slices and golden sparkling roe. There are other premium options such as salmon and unagi too. Each of these “doughnuts” cost anywhere between RM8-RM10.
At Aussie Roll, you can opt to “pick, pay and pack” whereby you pick your ingredients of choice, pay at the counter, and have it packed away. If you’re up for it, you could also have the meals at the outlet itself.
Image Credit: Aussie Roll
Besides that, Aussie Roll serves sushi pizzas whereby the sushi condiments are placed on top of a crispy flatbread to mimic a real pizza.
Image Credit: Aussie Roll
Image Credit: Aussie Roll
Other than sushi doughnuts and sushi pizzas, Aussie Roll serves curry chicken rice and ramen too. These set meals are priced between RM12-RM13.
Image Credit: Aussie Roll
Image Credit: Aussie Roll
Aussie Roll is a pork-free and non-alcoholic restaurant, hence making it a good choice for all Malaysians. If you are looking for something a little different to try in the Damansara area, you could consider this place.
Aussie Roll
Hours: 10am-10pm, daily
Address: G07, Empire Dmansara, Damansara Perdana
Website: Aussie Roll
Tel: 013-433 3011
Feature Image Credit: Aussie Roll


[GIVEAWAY] Here's How You Can Score Passes To Catch OneRepublic In Concert!

I’m holdin’ on a rope
Got me ten feet off the ground
I’m hearing what you say
But I just can’t make a sound
Chances are you just sang the iconic OneRepublic song, Apologize, in your head because even if you’re not a huge fan of the band, that song would likely be one that you’re familiar with.
Still, if you’re reading this right now, chances are that you are a big fan of OneRepublic. 😛

The band first broke into the music scene in 2002 and they’ve since produced a slew of hit songs like Stop And Stare, Counting Stars, If I Lose Myself and All The Right Moves.
When news broke that OneRepublic will be coming down to KL to play a show, fans hurriedly snapped up tickets and as of now, the VIP tickets are going fast while CAT 4 tickets are completely sold out!
If you’ve yet to purchase your tickets for the show, you can visit www.ticketcharge.com.my or drop their ticketing hotline a call at +603-9222 8811.

But, if you’re itching to get your hands on some exclusive OneRepublic tickets right now, you’re in luck.
[GIVEAWAY]
DiscoverKL is giving away 5 pairs of Rock Zone tickets worth RM578 for the upcoming OneRepublic concert on April 25. Here’s how you can be one of the 5 lucky winners to score a pair of exclusive passes:
1. Like the DiscoverKL Facebook page.
2. Like this post on Facebook.
3. Tag a friend and tell us what’s your favourite OneRepublic song and why (the more convincing your answer is, the better your chances of being picked! :P)
4. Share this post and remember to set it on public.
The 5 lucky winners will be announced on April 17, 12pm, so do keep an eye out for our official announcement on the DiscoverKL Facebook page!


Just Off Petaling Street, This Contemporary Kopitiam Serves Local Favourites With A Twist

Nestled in a coffee shop haven near Petaling Street, Luckin Kopi has a charming old-school interior. The exposed brick walls make a great backdrop for photos too!
?FAVOURITE | Funky Nasi Lemak (RM18.90): Cooked over a small stove, the sambal was spicy and both types of chicken (fried and curry) were tasty and delicious. It’s also good value for money because for this serving amount, we could see 2 small eaters sharing this with a side dish. The stove there added to the nasi lemak experience and also kept our food warm during the meal.

Salted Egg Chicken Rice (RM12.90): This was sweeter rather than spicy, which made our chilli lovers sad. Sarah on the other hand ate the most of this, and said that it’s more enjoyable since nothing is burning her tongue. The salted egg taste had a nice balance, not too jelak-inducing. Based on the portion and the price, we’d say that this dish is also really worth it and makes a good lunch dish.

Rojak (RM8.90): This is one of the side dishes that we’d order again! Spicy, fresh fruits and veggies, topped with delicious crispy bits. Venxhin didn’t just finish 70% of this because it was right in front of her, she really did enjoy every bit of it!

5 States Coffee Cold Brew (RM19.90): This was pretty fun, the 5 cups of coffee are inspired by different states in Malaysia, namely Kuala Lumpur, Ipoh, Penang, Melaka, and Johor. We had a blind taste test to see how well we could tell the coffee tastes apart, only 1 of us got more than 50% right haha! To be clear, they DO taste different, but maybe we have bad short-term memory.

Basically, Luckin Kopi adds a little something extra to each cup to make them taste different to reflect each state. Melaka was a firm favourite thanks to the fragrant gula melaka in it, other than that, we all had our own preferences between the rest so there is actually a distinct difference. You can also order these in little takeaway packs to bring home to drink.

Apam Balik Bun (RM5): It really tastes like what you’d expect BUT we’d prefer the traditional apam balik. The bun, though nice and soft with a bit of an outer crisp from being toasted, just didn’t feel the same as the usual crunchy apam balik shell.
Hainanese Chicken Chop (RM16.90): Another huge serving, we were happily snacking on the wedges. The sauce was very sweet, could have done maybe with more tomato tanginess, and overall the chicken was bland if compared to the other chicken dishes we had here.
Heng Chow Chicken Bun (RM12.90): This is apparently one of their popular orders. The bun was soft and fluffy and the base flavours of the filling were good. BUT there was just so much mayo drenching the chicken, it was overpowering and not very pleasant on the palate.

Luckin Pisang (RM22.90): This is a new addition to their menu, and the pisang goreng comes with 3 dips: kaya, Nutella, and salted egg. Pisang goreng with kaya is a caramely combo that they plan to serve with salted egg ice cream too.

All in all, we were pleasantly surprised at the affordable prices here at Luckin Kopi. During the lunch hour, they are still attracting a good crowd of customers, which is a testament to the quality and quantity of their food!

We also got some Woo Dang prawn crackers to bring home to eat with the Luckin Kopi salted egg sauce, along with their Rojak sauce and Sambal. The Mala is not very spicy but has a burn. The seaweed has that umami kick we love, it was the clear favourite. The salted egg was actually not as strong as we would like it, but having the sauce as a dip helps 😀
Luckin Kopi
Address: 14, Jalan Panggong, City Centre, 50000 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan
Website: https://order.luckinkopi.com/en_MY/
Beepit: https://luckinkopi.beepit.com/ordering/?type=delivery
GrabFood: https://food.grab.com/my/en/restaurant/luckin-kopi-jalan-panggong-delivery/1-CY2UGABWV7E3SA


This Co-Working Space Is The First In The World To Accept Workout As Payment

Imagine breaking into sweat as a form of payment.
Imagine no more.
Nomad Malaysia, a new co-working space in Subang is the first space of its sort to accept exercise in place of money.

Through their Get Fit With Nomad initiative, you can opt to get RM5 off their all-day pass (priced at RM20) by choosing to perform TWO workouts. Options include:

20 push ups
20 sit ups
20 squats
1 minute plank

Alternatively, to get a better deal, you could get RM10 off Nomad Malaysia’s all-day pass by selecting ONE workout, with options including:

100 push ups
100 sit ups
3 minute plank
3 minute squat hold

Nomad Malaysia’s goal is to make folks look forward to going into work and whilst KL-ites tend to have the work hard mentality, their hope is to get Malaysians to work out instead and reap the rewards at the same time.

Sung Lin of Nomad Malaysia shared with DiscoverKL, “Being a gym goer myself and a new business owner, I’ve thought about how to push the boundaries of a business and empower communities and so the thought of helping tenants workout and be healthy came to mind since most of the workers today are stuck to their chairs for long hours and hardly move.”

Nomad Malaysia boasts a space which is minimalistic and zen whilst drawing from Scandinavian and Japanese influence.
Guests can enjoy free hand-grinded filter coffee here too. Currently, the space offer beans from Market Lane, Melbourne and it’s only available by request. “We wanted to make the basics very good and so we offer premium black coffee (beans from Artisan Roast), tea from Marks & Spencer/Twinnings, and assorted snacks as well,” Sung Lin said.

The co-working space, which is located right across from the SS15 LRT station offers a 100mbps speed for Internet and budding entrepreneurs can also make an appointment to receive free counselling and consultation from their in-house field experts in business.

“Our vision is to bridge the gap between companies and youths, empower young people by working with different organisations, and ultimately see a workforce that looks forward for work,” Sung Lin concluded.

Get your workout in and check Nomad Malaysia out here:
Nomad Malaysia
Hours: Mondays-Fridays: 10am-10pm, Saturdays: 12pm-10pm, Closed on Sundays and public holidays.
Address: No. 7, 1st Floor, SS 18/1B Subang Jaya
Website: Nomad Malaysia
Tel: 03-5611 4332
All Image Credit: Nomad Malaysia


【BONFIRE】让你享受高级的美式新派料理餐馆 来杯鸡尾酒齐聚餐吧！

BONFIRE 是一家专门提供美式新派料理的餐馆，更特别的是，他们的食物都是使用木材和黑炭炉来烤制的。

整家店的环境宽敞舒适，装潢是走优雅派，充满一直简单又不失个性化的格调。 店内的设计又给人产生一种复古感，以黑色，木色和白色来打造，墙上还有一副巨大的艺术彩绘，甚是吸引人眼球。

由于所有菜肴都是以特别材质的木柴和黑炭所烤制，所以吃起来有种特别的味道。
如果你喜欢肉食，那一定要尝试他们的童子鸡 （RM42)，是以Cajun 和当地香料所烤制而成，绝对会满足你的食欲。

还有他们的红鲷鱼，是慢慢在木柴上烤至微焦，然后搭配甜罗勒和椰子酱黄油，鱼肉吃起来特别香软，充满浓郁的鲜甜味。一大只的鱼才只需RM58而已！

除了这些，当然Bonfire的上等和牛肉，羊肉，以及一些海鲜，如软壳蟹和鱼都是超级推荐的。

至于饮料呢，也非常的富有特色。这款 Demi Cinta Laksa 是把本地槟城的叻沙变成一道奇妙的鸡尾酒。想知道
味道如何？那就要来BONFIRE亲自试看就知道咯。

虽然是欧式料理餐厅，但也同时融合了许多大马本地的美食风味。如果你想尝试爽口的鸡尾酒，
那就选择"Seri Muka kuih"，是以班兰，椰奶，蓝豌豆花水，菠萝和朗姆酒所配制而成。

所以，如果你想体验不一样的碳烤美食，不如来BONFIRE吧！保证让你享有难忘的一餐。

Bonfire Restaurant & Bar
地址：G-032, Ground Floor, The Starling Mall, Jalan SS21/37, Damansara Utama, Petaling Jaya, Selangor.
电话: 018-919-8226
营业时间：10：30am-12am


Oh My Cheeses, This M’sian Has Made 61 Different Types Of Cheese And A Monthly Cheese Box

We’re not very adventurous with cheese, so when we got a box from D’Artisan Handmade Cheese, we had to ask the founder Dexter for his recommendations on what to pair each type of cheese with.
The monthly cheese box from D’Artisan Handmade Cheese
We just took the easy way out, getting crackers and jam (or nomming straight on the string cheese like a snack), but Dexter tells us his customers often use the cheese for cooking and baking.
Dexter himself adores cheese, and his personal favourite is blue cheese. “The more stronger the flavour, the better it is! Just love it,” he said. Even if you’re not a fan, he’s found that his Gorzila (Gorgonzola, Italian Blue cheese) has managed to change a few hearts and minds.

Petai fans, listen up: Dexter’s even managed to create a Jering infused cheese too, which he calls “Harta”. Jering is actually a more pungent relative of petai, so let Dexter know if you’d like to try it out.
Dexter’s been making his own cheese from scratch at home (he told us he’s already produced 61 varieties!) and the MCO was the push that got this business started.
If you’d like to support this local cheesemaker, you can order individual cheese from his website (there’s a large selection there!). Or go on an adventure with the Cheese-of-the-Month club, which comes with a specially curated selection of 5-6 cheeses, starting from RM200/box.
D’Artisan Handmade Cheese
Website: https://www.dartisancheese.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/artisancheesewithdex
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DArtisanHandmadeCheese/


Basic Chocolates Are Dead, It's All About Gold Dust And Froot Loops Now

Chocolate is a dessert that’s delicious, romantic, and helps satisfy our sinful cravings.
The array of chocolate options we have in Malaysia are never ending. And chocolates make for a relatively easy gift that’s perfect to show your affection towards your loved ones.
You can experience a whole new chocolate journey with Vyora Chocolates. With a unique presentation inside out, they hope to make their chocolates gift-worthy.
Founders, Nana and Kay have created a chocolate series that matches typical personality types.

The perfect gift you could give someone who loves to travel would be the debut chocolate of theirs, The Globetrotter (RM29). It is a gorgeous and delectable white chocolate bar topped off with a mix of crunchy froot loops and chewy marshmallows.

If you are someone who fancies dried fruits in your chocolate, The Food Hunter (RM29) would be the perfect choice. This milk chocolate bar is a mixture of colourful dried fruits like kiwi and apricot.

Since chocolate is known to be a romantic dessert, The Lover (RM29) is the perfect one to have if you would like to  surprise your other half. This graffiti dark chocolate bar is hand painted with edible gold dust, making it a one of a kind creation.
The inspiration of Vyora Chocolates came about through Nana as she’s a sweet tooth herself and a full-time baker as well.
The baker also happens to be fond of beautiful and creative things. When she came across the various kinds of chocolates sold overseas, she was intrigued and took it as an opportunity to bring the idea back to Malaysia.
To make it all the more unique, both Nana and Kay decided to inject their very own twist by featuring characters and personalities into the chocolate instead of categorising it by mere flavours alone. The last touch to Vyora Chocolates is the fashion illustration figures which are featured on the packaging.
Vyora Chocolates had been experimenting and perfecting the flavours for about a year before they were formally established in January 2018.
The team is currently in the midst of perfecting more new flavours, so be sure to stay up to date through their site.
All Image Credit: Vyora Chocolate


This Car Will Be A Better Wingman Than Your Bro Could Ever Be

I’m pretty sure most of us has been into situations where you need your bro (or sis) to help you get the crush that you’ve been eyeing. We often call these helpers wingman (or wingwomen).
Some people are born to be wingmen, and… some others are not.
If you’ve experienced horrible wingman moments, you’d probably wonder, “Is it even worth having a wingman in the first place?”
But, there’s someone else stepping up where humans have failed.. Meet the new Mercedes A-Class, the only wingman you will ever need. Here’s why it will be a better wingman than any of your friends or bros will be (along with some #wingmanfail moments).

1. It Can Help To Reply To Messages While You’re Driving
That took a lot of apologies to fix.
With the Mercedes Benz A-Class you wouldn’t need to worry about your bro becoming too creative with text messages, as there’s Linguatronic/voice controls onboard that will assist you. It will read out the message and even let you dictate your reply.
2. It Can Adjust The Temperature For You
When the aircon isn’t good enough.
In case she really does feel like the temperature is too warm (or cold) in the car, earn brownie points by saying a few magic words: “Hey Mercedes, can you make it colder?”, and the car can do exactly that.
3. Let It Help You Decide Where To Dine
Even ordering a Happy Meal didn’t help.
The A-Class would have done a better job—you can actually ask it for suggestions, from activities to food and it’ll pull out results near your current location. I’m 99% sure that a request for “good western food” won’t give an answer like the one above!
4. It Can Play Music On Command
10/10 for his musical ability.
Not everyone appreciates a live musician in their back seat, and you won’t need a personal performer in the backseat as the A-Class can play your songs or playlists on demand. Just remember to say, “Hey Mercedes”.
5. It Can Also Make Calls For You
0/10 for his name recognition.
I’ll go with the A-Class from now on, as it will understand what I say and will call whatever name I ask for from my address book (rather than my ex). We’ve reached a time when I trust a car more than my own wingman.
6. It can adjust its lighting to match your mood—just give it a heads up.
Don’t do this at home, kids.
The A-Class can achieve the same effect (without the danger) as it takes just my voice to change the ambient lighting in the car to set the mood for a romantic drive.
7. It can pull up the weather forecast for you.
No such thing as being over-prepared right?
I think one or two umbrellas would have been enough, and I wouldn’t need to keep worrying about the weather as the A-Class can update me occasionally about it, if needed.
8. The seats can automatically adjust themselves!
She’s not short, she’s fun-sized.
With the A-Class you don’t even have to lift a finger to adjust seats—all you need to do is tell the car to load up pre-saved profiles, and it will automatically adjust them!
Looking at how much better the A-Class is compared to my wingman-bro, I’m sorry to say that I won’t need my bro to be to help my love life anymore; the best wingman is definitely a car.
Sorry bro, you just got replaced.
Written in collaboration with Mercedes-Benz. You can find out more about the new A-Class here.


Your Personal Guide To 15 Hotspots In KL For A Mouthwatering Selection Of Churros

Churros originated from Spain, and considering how Malaysians enjoy snacking, we have begun introducing this dish in our local eateries too. Churros can be paired with any sauce, be it sweet or savoury. Have it with some delicious creamy sauces like chocolate and caramel, or localised flavours like kaya and gula melaka. Here are 15 eateries in KL that serve deliciously crispy churros!
1) Ben’s Bake Shop
Image Credit: www.katelifefood.blogspot.com
This bright yellow eatery serves a dose of sunshine with their fried churros that are bound to tantalise your tastebuds from the very first bite! The sugar-coated snacks are perfect to carry around as a snack to munch on while you walk around the Publika mall.
Hours: 9am-10pm, daily
Address: Level UG1, Publika, Jalan Dutamas 1, Kuala Lumpur. (Located in Ben’s Independent Grocer)
Website: Ben’s Bake Shop

2. Botanica + Co
Image Credit: www.myfunfooddiary.com
These aren’t your ordinary churros. Whilst churros tend to be long and skinny in size, these resemble donuts and are topped with toasted whipped cream and a drizzle of creamy chocolate sauce.
Hours: Monday-Friday: 11.30am-10pm, Saturday-Sunday: 9.30am-10pm.
Address: G5 Podium, The Vertical, Bangsar South City, No.8 Jalan Kerinchi, Kuala Lumpur.
Website: Botanica+Co
Tel: 016-965 6422
3) Churros N Co.
Image Credit: www.wofollow.com
One thing that Churros N. Co. has that is significantly different from the rest, is their range of sauces. They don’t just offer any ol’ chocolate or caramel sauce. They even serve savoury churros with sauces like curry leaf butter sauce and bolognese sauce. If you prefer sweet churros, why not try their roasted marshmallow with whipped cream on top?
Hours: Monday – Friday: 8am-7pm, Saturday: 8.30am-6pm, Sunday: 10am-6pm
Address: Ground Floor, VSQ PJCC, Jalan Utara, 46200, Petaling Jaya, Selangor.
Website: Churros N Co.
Tel: 012-639 9324
4) Copper
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This place not only serves churros with some decadent Valhoran chocolate sauce, but they also serve it with some vanilla cream. Biting into the bittersweet chocolate sauce, you are then treated with the heavenly vanilla cream that would certainly make you feel like you’re on a churro cloud nine.
Hours: Monday: 8am-5pm,  Tuesday-Friday: 8am-10pm, Saturday: 6.30-10pm. (Closed on Sundays)
Address: Level 5, Menara Shell, Jalan Tun Sambanthan, Kuala Lumpur
Website: Copper by FAV
Tel: 03-2856 9522
5) Kulcats Barrio
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Kulcats Barrio. Even the name of this eatery is cool, but what’s even cooler is the fact that they certainly give you more bang for your buck. Their churros are longer than ordinary ones and that’ll give you some extra churro to dip in with their creamy chocolate sauce that’ll leave you wanting for more.
Hours: Monday: 12 pm-11pm, Wednesdays-Sundays: 4 pm-12am. (Closed on Tuesdays and Fridays.)
Address: 35, Lorong Rahim Kajai 13, Taman Tun Dr Ismail, 60000 Kuala Lumpur.
Website: Kulcats Barrio
Tel: 03-7733 3420
6) La Boca Latino Bar
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La Boca literally translates to “the mouth” in Spanish and this eatery has fried churros served with some Belgian chocolate dipping sauce. Interestingly enough, this eatery has service staff which are lead by Latin Americans. It would certainly give off the vibe that you’re dining in another country!
Hours: Monday-Friday: 9am-1am, Saturday-Sunday: 9am-2am
Address: Lot C3. 10. 03, Level 3, Pavilion KL, 168, Jalan Bukit Bintang, 55100 Kuala Lumpur
Website: La Boca
Tel: 03-2148 9977
7) Mad About Coco

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Mad About Coco is known for their chocolate, be it in sweet or savoury drinks and food. The churros here are covered in sugar and it pairs well with the delicious hot chocolate dipping sauce which it is served with.
Hours: 10am-10pm, daily
Address: Lot 01-03 (01)& (02), Fahrenheit 88, 179 Jalan Bukit Bintang, Kuala Lumpur
Website: Mad About Coco
Tel: 03-2110 5565
8) Marta’s Kitchen Paella Tapas
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Marta’s Kitchen is known for their Spanish fine dining cuisine and the meals are cooked up by a Spanish chef herself. One of their must-tries are their homemade churros served with two different dipping sauces: caramelised apples and caramel dip. It doesn’t get any sweeter than this!
Hours: 11.30am-11.30pm, daily
Address: The Signature, 3, Jalan Sri Hartamas 22, Desa Sri Hartamas, Kuala Lumpur.
Website: Marta’s Kitchen
Tel: 03-6411 0832
9) Meteora Café
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This eatery located in Subang Jaya does not just have an Instagram-worthy grafitti wall located right outside its premise—it also has churros! The churros served at Meteora are coated with cinnamon and sugar and is served with some tasty chocolate and caramel dipping sauce. Opt between long regular churros or tiny bite-sized versions.
Hours: 11am-11pm, daily
Address: 54-1, Jalan USJ 9/5P, Subang Jaya.
Website: Meteora Café
Tel: 012-940 2001
10) Neighbourhood Coffee
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Churros are traditionally eaten in long strips but Neighbourhood Coffee goes one step ahead by creating curve-shaped churros which can be decorated in any way, including in that of a shape of a flower. They also serve their churros with a generous scoop of vanilla ice cream and chocolate dipping sauce.
Hours: 11am-7pm, daily
Address: No. 12-1 Jalan Radin Bagus 8, Bandar Baru Sri Petaling, Kuala Lumpur.
Website: Neighbourhood Coffee
11) PCLO Café
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PCLO is known for their pastries especially when it comes to their churros. The churros are served alongside some warm and decadent dark chocolate sauce and the bestsellers include Churros Classic and Churros Gembira.
Hours: 11am-10pm, daily
Address: The Curve, Petaling Jaya
Website: PCLO Café
Tel: 03-7733 5588
12) PoP’s Eatery
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It’s amazing to see how the team at PoP’s Eatery aren’t classically-trained chefs and they are in fact self-taught kitchen extraordinaires. One of their masterful creations is the churros, which is served with a drizzle of chocolate.
Hours: 11am-10.30pm, daily
Address: Lot 28055, Jalan Wangsa Delima, Wangsa Maju, Kuala Lumpur.
Website: PoP’s Eatery
Tel: 03-4144 3162
13) Softsrve
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Mixing cold soft serve ice cream with some delicious hot churros is one of the best ideas that someone could have come up with! The ones who thought of this genius idea are none other than Softsrve and it is no wonder that this sweet treat is such a big hit in their store.
Hours: 12pm-11pm, daily
Address: 31, Jalan SS 21/1a, Damansara Utama, 47400 Petaling Jaya.
Website: Softsrve
Tel: 03-7733 9515
14) The Bee
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Caramel dipping sauce or Hershey chocolate sauce? Why not have both at the same time when you dine in at The Bee? Their churros come in a large batch and that alone is reason enough to come here with a bunch of friends and have them all to your heart’s delight.
Hours: Monday-Thursday: 11 am-12am, Friday: 11 am-1.30am, Saturday: 9 am-1.30am, Sunday: 9 am-12 am
Address: 36 B, Block C, Level G2, Publika, Solaris Dutamas, Jalan Dutamas 1, 50480, Kuala Lumpur.
Website: The Bee
Tel: 03-6201 8577
15) Whimsical-Gelateria & Caffe
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Whimsical Caffe’s offering of churros is the most ‘atas‘ and sophisticated of them all and it truly makes the snack appear like a dish in itself. This café offers churros which are served with a unique gula melaka dipping sauce.
Hours: 11am-11pm, daily
Address: D2-G3-05, Solaris Dutamas, 1 Jalan Dutamas 1, 50480 Kuala Lumpur
Website: Whimsical-Gelateria & Caffe
Tel: 03-6419 0966
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【超澎湃】霸气的海鲜东炎煲就在Pim's Thai Food等着你！

最近，有想要吃泰式料理的冲动吗？小编最近好想来碗又热又浓郁的东炎汤！东炎汤那酸酸辣辣的滋味真的会让人迷恋上。
今天，小编要来为你介绍超丰盛又料超满的海鲜东炎煲—Pim’s，喜欢吃海鲜的你就对会一试就爱上！
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这一整锅的好料是不是让你看了心痒痒了呢？一锅3-5人享用的Pim’s Super Seafood Tom Yum Pot里就包括了小龙虾、老虎虾、明虾、鱿鱼、扇贝、鸭蛋、鱼丸、泰国速食面和鸡蛋！RM158就可以吃到满满的好料，非常值得！
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据说他们家的东炎汤会好喝得让你一口接一口地停不下来。最重要的是，喝完了还可以refill哦～
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除了海鲜东炎煲，Pim’s还有其它非常正宗道地的泰式料理，例如Pad Thai、泰式辣炒猪肉和泰式烧肉等等。
肚子饿了吧？赶快打电话约朋友家人到Pim’s Thai Food一解口腹之欲吧！
Pim’s Thai Food
地址：23 Lorong Batu Nilam 21B, Bukit Tinggi 2, Klang
营业时间：午餐时间—11.45am-4.45pm （星期一至日和公共假期）
晚餐时间—5pm-10pm （星期一至四和星期日）5pm-11pm（星期五，六和公共假期前夕）
联络电话：03-3318 0608
网址：Pim’sThaiFood
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Yuna & Joji Aside, Here're 9 (Stranger) Things We'll Remember From Good Vibes Festival

Every year, party-goers and Instagram scrollers alike look forward to this annual festival to light up their stories and spice up their ‘grams.
This year, Netflix’s much-loved universe, Stranger Things, took over the Instagram game with an installation featuring all three seasons of the show. They had three feature walls with bicycles, the KL city skyline and Stranger Things fan art, a row of old school arcade machines, a Hawkins van and an infinity room emulating the Byers living room.
Here are 9 moments, things and installations that got every Stranger Things fan giddy with excitement!
1. The Byers’ Living Room with Infinity Lights aesthetic
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This room was created from a scene in season one when Joyce bought all the Christmas lights from the departmental store to prove that Will was communicating with her through them.
To create the infinity effect, the room was lined from floor to ceiling with mirrors. A scraggly writing of the words “Stranger Vibes” and a brown sofa added to the indie obscure feels.

2. Channeling your inner kiasu Max Mayfield at the arcade

Introduced in season 2, this red-haired character is the ultimate cool chick that you wouldn’t want to mess with. Making her entrance into the series as the girl who beat Dustin’s high score on Dig Dug in the Palace Arcade, party-goers were given the chance to do that too!
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While you may not be accepted into The Party, being able to label yourself as MADMAX and bring home some cool swag like enamel pins and a tote bag is enough to make some of us give the game a try.
3. Stranger Things apparels
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Now everyone can channel their Stranger Vibes IRL! Paying tribute to the ’80s summer fashion are their collab pieces with fashion conglomerates like Levi’s and Nike. Some featured pieces include sweet kicks and denim jackets.
There’s even Billy Byers’ swim guard outfit that’s got every mom and lady in Hawkins swooning to his charm.
4. This impressive Hawkins and Upside Down Lego creation

If you’re all about the brick, this Lego recreation of Hawkins and the Upside Down world with characters like Chief Hopper, Joyce Byers, Eleven, Mike, Lucas, Dustin and Will should be on your wishlist.
The beauty lies in the details like Mike’s flashlight and walkie-talkie, Hopper’s coffee mug, Joyce’s flashlight and the drawing of ‘Will the Wise’, and even Eleven’s waffle.
Read all about it here.
5. The Mind Flayer perched on the roof of Starcourt Mall

Combined with the fog, some added smoke and bright red neon lights, this made for an aesthetic ‘gram shot, from day till night.
6. Taking over the characters as you flee from the Mind Flayer

Nothing screams squad goals more than cycling away from an evil monster in panic! Regardless of whether you’re a part of The Party, this setup lets you pretend you’re part of the movie action.
7. Collecting Stranger Things tattoos and stickers
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Because parties end, but you can have Stranger Vibes for a few more days with you.
Channeling #StrangerVibes in the office today
Custom made with GumToo, these tattoos are surprisingly long lasting despite being brushed, rubbed and “soaped on” after two days!
8. This friendly and adorable-sized Demogorgon
Saakira Izumi graced the festival with the presence of a super sweet Demogorgon for unique photo ops.

Because it’s not a Stranger Things set without a slimy-skinned creature with telepathic powers, super strength and inter-dimensional travelling abilities. 😛
9. This fan art wall from artists all over the world

Featuring our local homegirl Ong Lyn Hui‘s creation, this wall created a picturesque pop art wall for Instagram. Plus, it was a really nice corner to escape from the crowd for a breather whilst admiring the artworks.