13 Pet-Friendly Cafes, Bars & Restaurants That You Can Head To With Your Furbabies

Editor’s Note: This article has been updated as of February 22, 10.50am.
Domestic animals have evolved over the years to look cuter and be our best friends rather than to hunt and kill everything in sight. With their fluffy paws and boopable snoots, they are now forging bonds between humans faster than ever.
However, there are the unfortunate few who would sneeze their heads off when surrounded by too many of these adorable fur babies. For those who aren’t (thankfully), here’s the ultimate list of pet-friendly cafes, restaurants and bars where you won’t find any “haiwan dilarang” sign in sight.
1. Fēst x Grain.
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Rise and shine with your first coffee and enjoy your breakfast at Fēst! Located in Damansara Perdana, their newly-renovated space features long tables for large groups, round table for smaller groups and bar seating for individuals or pairs. Being a pet-friendly cafe, Fēst allows patrons to pop by after a morning stroll with their dogs for a coffee or breakfast at the outdoor seating. Alternatively, you could pick up a dirty chai latte to sip on while walking your furry best friend!
Hours: Mondays-Thursdays, 8am-6pm; Fridays-Saturdays, 8am-10pm (Closed on Sundays)

Address: 17-1, Jalan PJU 8/5D, Damansara Perdana, Petaling Jaya, Malaysia
Website: Fēst
Tel: 03-7932 1523
Pup Points: Outdoor pet-friendly seating
2. Yellow Brick Road
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Take a stroll down the yellow brick road and good things you will find. From their extensive brunch, desserts and drinks menu, Yellow Brick Road will surely have something for everyone. Although they may get a bit busy during peak hours, we heard there is a gem of a waitstaff named Eousef who will be there to greet and serve you will all smiles and happiness. Now now, we know we promised that this is a place for your fur friends too and they are indeed pet-friendly. With a beautiful outdoor alfresco area, you can now hang with your best friends and fur friends while sipping on a refreshing glass of Cold Brew Coffee GnT.
Hours: Fridays-Wednesdays: 9am-10pm, (Closed on Thursdays).
Address: 8-7, Jalan Batai, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Website: Yellow Brick Road
Tel: 03-2856 0903
Pup Points: Outdoor pet-friendly seating
3. The Red Bean Bag
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Need somewhere more quiet and chill? Then head to The Red Bean Bag instead. It is Yellow Brick Road’s more sombre older sister (but that need not be a negative thing). Expect an extremely cosy interior with dark furnishings, a total contrast from The Yellow Brick Road. Being an Australian-inspired cafe, their brunch menus are to die for, especially their eggs benedict dishes. Family members of different ages and kinds, yes, kinds aka your fur friends are very much welcome! We think you’ll totally dig this place because the indoor seating features a lush greenery view. Meanwhile, the pet-friendly alfresco area is shaded and breezy. Food, coffee, good vibes and pets? What more could we ask for?
Hours: Mondays-Thursdays, 10am-6pm; Fridays, 10am-10pm; Saturdays, 9.30am-10pm; Sundays, 9am-10pm
Address: Lot A4-1-8, Solaris Dutamas, Jalan Dutamas 1, Kuala Lumpur
Website: The Red Bean Bag
Tel: 03-6207 9732
Pup Points: Outdoor pet-friendly seating
4. The Hound Cafe
Image Credit: The Hound Cafe & Instagram user @elise2706
No, a Game of Thrones character did not open up a quirky cafe above a Chinese traditional medicine shop that allows adorable mutts to dine with their starving humans. But The Hound Cafe does have an in-house Beagle named Cookie who will greet patrons with its infectious enthusiasm. This could be a nice place to chill with your pet on a lazy, rainy afternoon with their cozy vibes and in-house lotus root soup to make you feel at home. Alternatively, have a sinful buttermilk chicken pasta if you’re feeling naughty.
Hours: Tuesdays-Wednesdays, 12pm-10pm; Fridays-Sundays, 11am-11pm, (Closed on Mondays and Thursdays)
Address: 44A, Jalan Hujan Emas 4,, Taman OUG, 58200 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur
Website: The Hound Cafe
Tel: 03-28583644
Pup Points: Indoor pet-friendly seating, water and pet potties provided upon request
5. Bow Wow Cafe
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Fur baby mommies and daddies rejoice for Bow Wow Cafe is probably going to be your favorite cafe now! Not only do they have play areas set up for dogs, products in adorable dog designs, a food menu for dogs and also water bowls, they serve kick-ass ILLY Coffee, pastries and 3D Cakes too. You can even enjoy a full meal here with their Western Fusion menu while your little ones run around on their own. To keep all furry and non-furry patrons happy, Bow Wow Cafe has house rules such as requiring female dogs going through their time of the month to wear a pet pampers.
Hours: Tuesdays-Fridays, 12pm-10pm; Saturdays-Sundays, 11am-12am (Closed on Mondays)
Address: 1F-06, Kompleks Kenari, Jalan Kenari 19, Bandar Puchong Jaya, Puchong, Selangor
Website: Bow Wow Cafe
Tel: 03-8074 8162
Pup Points: Indoor pet-friendly seating, doggy products, snacks, water bowls, play pen area
6. Blue Cow Cafe
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Moooving on, we have Blue Cow Cafe located at Hartamas Shopping Centre as a perfect shopping break. Specialising in Western dining, we heard that their Guinness Ribs and Bacon Cheese Toasties are a real hit here. But the real catch here is that they have a special menu for your fur kids too. Small animals are allowed on the balcony and even at your table during off-peak hours. With a full-fledged deli in the premise and special treats (including peanut butter ones) for your pup, Blue Cow Cafe will unwittingly win your heart.
Hours: Thursdays-Tuesdays: 8am-10pm. (Closed on Wednesdays)
Address: N-1-4, Hartamas Shopping Centre @ Plaza Damas, 60, Jalan Sri Hartamas 1, Taman Sri Hartamas, 50480 Kuala Lumpur.
Website: Blue Cow Cafe
Tel: 03-6201 3206
Pup Points: Outdoor/indoor pet-friendly seating, a whole “Woof Woof” Menu for them doggos fur’real!
7. Kalamazoo Restaurant and Cafe
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If you’re looking to fulfill your barbecued ribs or juicy pork chop fix, you must give Kalamazoo a try, together with your pet. While you work away at the juicy pork shoulder chops with sweet pineapple chutney, grilled sweet peppers and classic coleslaw or the curry-crusted roasted chicken breast, your fur child might whine and beg for a bite. Fret not, simply ask the staff for dog-friendly chicken breasts and hard-boiled eggs as a healthy treat for them too! But of course, do check with the staff on the availability of these dog-friendly treats beforehand.
Hours: Wednesdays-Mondays: 11am-9.30pm, (Closed on Tuesdays)
Address: A-G-36, Jalan PJU 1/43, Aman Suria Damansara, Petaling Jaya, Malaysia
Website: Kalamazoo Restaurant and Cafe
Tel: 03-7805 1436
Pup Points: Indoor pet-friendly seating, chicken breasts and hard boiled egg treats (subject to availability)
8. Meatology Restaurant And Bar
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The story of how Meatology came to become pet-friendly is one worth sharing. Once, a customer walked in with 2 adorable Schnauzers and asked Chef Yenni Law’s permission to dine with her furkids. Chef Yenni Law, (who is a Gourmand Award Winner) immediately said yes and from then on, Meatology has always been pet-friendly. Trust us, this will be a place you would love to wine and dine in as they are also connected to the bar upstairs. Myth will provide you with delicious cocktails to go with your roast rack of lamb, spicy pork ribs or duck breast confit and foie gras. Doggie meals are also available upon request!
Hours: Mondays-Thursdays: 3pm–1am, Fridays & Saturdays: 3pm–2 am, Sundays: 3pm–1 am; (Closed on Tuesdays).
Address: 16 Lorong Rahim Kijai 14, Taman Tun Dr. Ismail, 60000 Kuala Lumpur.
Website: Meatology KL
Tel: 03-7727 4426
Pup Points: Indoor pet-friendly seating area, and FREE dog treats upon request
9. MEI by Fat Spoon
Image Credits: Instagram user @hipsjer and MEI by Fat Spoon
Where are all my soul sistas at? Let’s head to MEI by Fat Spoon for some Japanese inspired comfort food! The name MEI means beautiful in Mandarin and is a reflection of the space they created – a clean white canvas to allow their food to speak volumes for itself, while bringing comfort with every mouthful. It also represents the beautiful and blossoming relationships they hope to foster among their customers, partners and ever-growing team. Their food plating and interiors are seriously Instagrammable and you can check them out here! PS: We heard their sharing plate of Salmon Sashimi & Apple Salad is deliciously refreshing and unique. If you’re looking for something filling for yourself, they have a really diverse menu of hot or cold Japanese rice bowls (can be upgraded to Quinoa) with a delicious mix of raw fishes and vegetables or braised meats. Their branch at The Hub SS2 allows fur babies to chill outside so if you’re worried about grabbing an outdoor seating, you might want to place a reservation.
Hours: Tuesdays-Sundays, 11am-10pm (last orders at 10pm) (Closed on Mondays)
Address: B-G-05 The Hub, 19 Sentral, Jalan Harapan Section 19, 46400 Petaling Jaya
Website: MEI by Fat Spoon
Tel: 0374985174
Pup Points: Outdoor pet-friendly seating
10. Alison Soup House
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Clean aesthetics, minimalist chic vibes, Alison Soup House has won our hearts. I mean, LOOK AT THOSE WHITE TILES! As happy as they make you feel with their aesthetics, they also serve belly and heartwarming homemade soups such as honey dates ABC (pork, vegetables, tofu, egg, tomato), shiitake mushroom chicken and spicy drunken pork. While the taste of the soup and love put into it is enough to melt even the coldest person, having your furry baby snuggling up to you is sure to create the best experience ever! Serving lunch and dinner, you must try this place for their recipes are passed down over generations.
Hours: Mondays-Saturdays, 11am-3pm; 6-10pm; Sundays, 11am-3.30pm; 6-10pm
Address: 6A Jalan Tun Mohd Fuad 2, Kuala Lumpur, 60000
Website: Alison Soup House
Tel: 03-2385 0060
Pup Points: Outdoor pet-friendly seating
11. Jarrod & Rawlins Damansara
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Looking for a post-dinner drink or some authentic English food? Jarrod & Rawlins Damansara has you sorted. With their Western spread of pork platters, wild boar curry and grilled meats, roast (beef, chicken, lamb or pork), pork knuckles, steaks, salads and pasta dishes, there will be something for everyone. Their Sunday Roast Buffet is apparently the best in town too! Dress your best and grab your pet for a classy wine and dine! Pet-friendly seating is located outdoors.
Hours: Mondays-Fridays, 3pm-1am; Saturdays-Sundays, 9am-1am
Address: 32M, Plaza Damansara, Jalan Medan Setia 2, Kuala Lumpur, 50490
Website: Jarrod & Rawlins
Tel: 03-20935830
Pup Points: Outdoor pet-friendly seating
12. Sid’s Pub Bukit Tunku
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Started by Geoff Siddle, a straight-up, no-nonsense English man, Sid’s Pub has been around since 2007 and has branched out to various locations such as Taman Tun Dr Ismail, Bangsar South, Bukit Tunku, and Damansara Heights. It was recommended that the best place to bring your pets is the one in Kenny Hills as it’s calmer and has less foot traffic to distract or god forbid trample on your pets. Deliberately created as a small and intimate pub, this neighbourhood British pub serves up hearty British pub grubs perfect for the whole family including the furry ones. Holding on to the spirit of a strong community, Sid’s is sure to make anyone feel welcomed. P.S.: They make a mean pork burger with bacon and cheese topping that comes with a side of their signature thick cut golden fries.
Hours: 11am-1am, daily
Address: H2 Taman Tunku, Off Langkat Tunku, Kuala Lumpur
Website: Sid’s Pubs
Tel: 03-62052588
Pup Points: Outdoor pet-friendly seating, perfect pub grubs
13. The Bee
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And finally, we have the friendly neighbourhood food and drink hangout spot that occasionally runs pet adoption drives. Spacious, brightly lit, affordable food, it is the purrfect place to chill and hangout with your friends while your fur child is showered with love and attention from them. However, the pet-friendly area is limited to outdoor seating to preserve the comfort of other patrons. P.S.: They are also the home of the RM10/glass-of-Tiger-beer promo. Cheap beer, affordable food, pet-friendly, this is truly the place to bee!
Hours: Tuesdays-Sundays, 3pm-1am (Closed on Mondays)
Address: 36B, Block C, Level G2, Publika, Solaris Dutamas, Jalan Dutamas 1, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Website: TheBeeMY
Tel: 03-6201 8577
Pup Points: Outdoor pet-friendly seating
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We Challenged Agrain To Create 6 Healthy Meals For People Who Are Like "Kale No"

Healthy food is often perceived as tasteless, plain, boring and much too overpriced for the most part. At least, that’s what I think.
Having this in mind, Hale, a local healthy restaurant, was launched. Their mission? To rewire mindsets like mine.
Their founder shared that they want to promote the belief that eating well is simple and it can be in the form of interesting and delicious food.
Under Hale, you’ll get dishes such as BBQ Chicken Brown Rice, Chicken Pesto Pasta, Salmon Quinoa Bowl and more. Best part of all, you can get all these delivered to you for free with no minimum order.

Check out their full menu here.
However, they’ve also got a physical restaurant called Agrain by Hale which serves grain bowls and Western-inspired recipes with an Asian twist. These are also available to be delivered to you via FoodPanda.
Being foodies and non-health food junkies, we decided to give Agrain’s bowls a go to see if it would change our mindset about healthy food delivery services.
Agrain allows customers to pick from an assortment of ingredients to build the grain bowl of their choice. Alternatively, there are also preset bowls for those who can’t be bothered to make their own. We decided to go with both.
Build Your Own Grain Bowl
For their grain bowl, you’ll get to select three different bowl sizes, namely Petit (RM13.90), Regular (RM16.90) and Large (RM20.90). In every meal order, you’ll get to select a base, protein, supplements, toppings and dressings.
The difference in pricing is reflected in the amount of protein (1/2 portion for Petit, 1 portion for Normal and 2 types for Large), number of supplements (2 for Petit, 3 for Regular and Large) as well as the toppings portion (1 topping for Petit and Regular, 2 for Large).
1. The Basic Beige Bowl (RM16.90)
We created the Basic Beige Bowl to answer the question of whether a bland-looking bowl would taste equally as bland.
Naturally, we went with the blandest colour of them all: beige.
Regular size, miso-infused quinoa, signature chicken breast, scrambled egg whites, shimeji mushrooms, turmeric cauliflower, crispy garlic, lime squeeze dressing
Everything in the box is white or brown in colour, with the brightest colour being the yellow from the turmeric cauliflower and green from the limes.
To my surprise, this was a rather nice tasting bowl. The miso-infused quinoa gave a savoury taste that was complemented by the herbs from the turmeric cauliflower and the citrus-y lime.
The chicken breast was alright, not dry nor stringy. The egg whites, scrambled with what appears to be dried herbs, was not particularly flavourful but it was definitely an interesting way to cook an extra side of protein.
Only complaints from my colleagues for this bowl was that the quinoa was a little under cooked, hence it having a tougher texture.
2. The Vegetarian Bowl (RM16.90)
For this bowl, we decided to try some of Agrain’s vegetarian options because the general assumption, especially for someone who enjoys her meat, would be that veggies = plain tasting.
Regular size, mixed lettuce, teriyaki tempeh, marinated cherry tomatoes, thyme eggplant, cumin pumpkin, sunflower seeds, tomato sambal sauce
To my surprise, this was honestly one of the best plant-based meals I’ve had in a long time. The teriyaki tempeh was nicely marinated and flavourful, definitely something to order again.
While we do get stir fried pumpkin and eggplants everywhere, the addition of spices such as cumin and thyme was an appreciated change from the norm.
Eaten with a side of tomato sambal, it gave a layer of sweet and savoury spice, making this a flavourful dish.
However, the marinated cherry tomatoes were too salty. While some would appreciate the taste, personally I did not enjoy it.
3. The Rabbit Food Hater Bowl (RM19.90)
If there’s anyone in the office with a penchant for meats, it’s my boss. She’s usually seen roasting chicken, making meat stews and cooking up some delicious meat-based dish in the office.
She’s also a very picky eater and admitted that she disliked 90% of the items on the Agrain menu. Hence, we just had to get her to customise a grain bowl for herself.
Regular size, baby spinach, lemongrass chicken thigh, thyme eggplant, herb roasted potato, onsen egg, crispy garlic, basil pesto sauce
The lemongrass chicken thigh was nicely marinated and went well with the herb roasted potatoes. However, the spinach tasted “too raw” for her liking and it had a slightly bitter aftertaste. As for the basil pesto sauce, it had a hint of star anise which felt a little out of place.
Perhaps if the ingredients were served nice and hot, like it would be at a restaurant, it would have tasted nicer and less like a bowl of leftovers served on a bed of baby spinach.
4. The ‘Safe’ Bowl (RM13.90)
We created a “safe” bowl which is intended for first timers who are curious on what healthy food could taste like.
We selected the most foolproof ingredients like brown rice and chicken and also decided to go with the smallest portion size because naturally, if you’re trying something new for the first time, you wouldn’t want to go all out on the largest bowl, only to wind up with food wastage if you happened to dislike it.
 Petit, ecoBrown’s rice, honey soy chicken thigh, herb roasted potatoes, grilled cucumber, spring onions, soy-lime-cilantro dressing
Should you not be a fan of breast meat and lemongrass, the honey soy chicken thigh is definitely worth the try. Juicy, sweet and savoury, it was quite a delight on its own.
Even though I decided to flirt with the devil and order a soy-lime-cilantro dressing, it tasted like sushi soy sauce which was surprisingly alright. However, I’d strongly recommend being careful with the amount of sauce you add to your grain bowl if you’re not a fan of your food swimming around in gravy.
5. The Tam Chiak Bowl (RM33.90)
Depending on how you look at it, this order would be for two small eaters or one really hungry person.
 Large, ecoBrown’s rice (plus additional serving), baked salmon, herb-crusted white fish, onsen egg, chickpea salad, herb roasted potatoes, spring onions, green curry
This box was definitely a heavy one.
We customised our large bowl to include two proteins: a herb crusted white fish and baked salmon, a serving of onsen egg, chickpea salad and herb roasted potatoes.
My two colleagues who shared this box noted that Agrain was pretty generous with the portion of brown rice in this order.
Combined with the sizeable protein portions, it was a filling meal. While they enjoyed the proteins in particular, one of them found that the ingredients chosen for this bowl was just a little too plain. Price-wise though, it’s definitely worth it if you’re looking to share with another person.
6. The Surprise Bowl (RM16.90)
For our final order, we got Agrain to surprise us with a grain bowl combination that they think we might enjoy.
Regular size, aglio-olio whole wheat pasta, honey soy chicken thigh, onsen egg, thyme eggplant, shimeji mushrooms, nori flakes and salted egg yolk dressing
And like how we got our food, they delivered. The salted egg yolk dressing was legitimately creamy and fragrant; not some poor excuse of artificial flavourings whipped into a creamy consistency.
The combination of the pasta with the onsen egg, nori and dressing created a flavourful symphony. Eaten with some honey soy chicken thigh, you can say that this will be one order we’d return for.
From the Agrain Summer Menu
Should customising a grain bowl from scratch be a little too tedious for you, they’ve also got preset bowls whipped up with healthier and nutritional ingredients.
We had Agrain’s Buddha Bowl, Signature Nasi Lemak, Pesto Pasta Chicken, Thai Viet Noodles, Green Curry Chicken and Country Side Salad.
Here are the ones we’d come back for:
1. Signature Nasi Lemak (RM15.90)
Brown Rice, 1/2 lemon grass chicken, grilled cucumber, onsen egg, crushed peanuts, tomato sambal
It’s definitely not your gerai tepi jalan kind of nasi lemak, but it’s a healthier alternative. The brown rice is fragrant and cooked with coconut and the lemongrass chicken is akin to the taste of satay ayam meets rendang chicken. If anything, it tastes familiar.
Personally, the onsen egg and grilled cucumber elevated this humble Malaysian delicacy.
2. Thai Viet Noodles (RM15.90)
Brown rice vermicelli, 1/2 lemongrass chicken thigh, grilled cucumber, garlic baby kailan, spring onions, crushed peanuts, thai dipping sauce and lime squeeze dressing
This was a refreshing meal with the sauce adding a nice kick of citrus to the otherwise plain vegetable condiments. For its price, I’d say it’s fair and on par with what you’d typically pay in Vietnamese/Thai restaurants.
3. Green Curry Chicken (RM13.90)
ecoBrown’s rice, 1/2 signature chicken breast, thyme eggplant, herb-roasted potatoes, spring onions, green curry dressing
What really made this dish stand out was the Green Curry dressing. Creamy but not too heavy, it added an aromatic flavour without it being too rich to finish.
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At the end of the meal, we were quite full but at the same time, we had a craving for something sinful.
It’s probably because we’re accustomed to eating food with a higher grease and salt content, thus making our healthy lunch taste rather bland in comparison.
That being said, we did have some winners, especially with the Vegetarian Bowl, Tam Chiak Bowl, The Surprise Bowl and the Signature Nasi Lemak.
For the most part, we felt that Agrain delivered with their meals. It also allowed us to be more aware of what we’re putting into our bodies and make better changes to our diet.
What we do hope for in the near future is to have more protein-filled options to choose from.
Agrain by Hale
Hours: Mondays-Fridays: 11.00am-3.30pm, 5.30pm-8.30pm; Saturdays-Sundays & Public Holidays: 11am-3pm
Address: Suite G01, Ground Floor, The Gardens North Tower, Lingkaran Syed Putra, Mid Valley City, 59200 Kuala Lumpur
More hours and locations here.
Website: Facebook | Instagram
Tel: 03-22020595


You Don't Have To Travel To America To Makan At This New York-Famous Pizzeria

The wood fire oven at the far end of the pizzeria stood out for obvious reasons.
We watched how pizzas disappeared into the oven with its blazing heat and reappeared mere minutes later looking mighty fine.
And the smell wafting through the air was absolutely divine.

Motorino Pizzeria in Genting Highlands first rose in fame when featured by the likes of television personality Rachael Ray and later, New York Times.
Their humble roots can be traced back to New York where there are currently 3 outlets in the East Village, Williamsburg and Upper West Side. Motorino then chose to spread their wings to Asian grounds, namely in Hong Kong, Singapore, Manila and now, Malaysia.
It’s clear what appeal Motorino brings to the table: they serve classic New York-style pizzas and bold Italian flavours, apparent in dishes like their meatballs and calzones—and they do it well.

Motorino’s Meatballs (RM25) were served piping hot and they sat on a red river of flavourful Marinara sauce which had a generous sprinkle of Pecorino Cheese and Parsley. The meatballs were soft and tender and one would probably be enough when paired with a couple slices of pizza. The tanginess from the marinara cut through the richness of the meatball nicely.

After our antipasti, we had the Egg Bacon Chilli Pizza (RM52).
We learnt that there was a specific way to hold each slice and it’s called the Fold Hold. It’s basically how New Yorkers hold their slice of pizza.
You’d use your thumb, forefinger and middle finger to gently grab the two corners of a pizza crust and then bring the 2 corners together to create a V-shaped crust and a flat tip which is parallel to your plate. All that’s left to do then is dig in.
Appearance-wise, the Egg Bacon Chilli Pizza looks pretty Malaysian, what with the sambal and the fried egg. But don’t let its looks fool you, this is very much an Italian dish that’s accented by local flavours. With that being said, the sambal did add an interesting smokey flavour to the pizza, without being too spicy.
The hint of fresh basil on each slice of pizza, though small, packed a punch and added a fresh, minty flavour to the dough-heavy pizza. As for the eggs, they were only slightly runny so you won’t have to worry about having a mess of yolk on your platter.

I’d figure that the Lamb Sausage Calzone (RM58) would be carb-heavy but slicing into the piping hot dish and watching the steam of smoke slowly drift out of it, we were pleasantly surprised.

It was jam packed with ingredients and the crust had a nice crunch to it. In fact, if Gordon Ramsay were to scrape the exterior with a fork, he’d get that satisfying sound of crunch that he always seems to be particular about.
The eggplant added a bitter-savoury taste which is unique to pizzas, while the marinara sauce, like its meatball predecessor, was tangy and you can definitely taste the rich tomato flavours in this one.

As a whole, Motorino serves up pretty fair American cuisine with heavy Italian influences but what’s cool is their inclusion of local flavours, case in point the sambal dip.
If you’re planning on a makan session at Motorino, one dish worth sampling is the Egg Bacon Chilli Pizza, and if there’s room for more, definitely the Motorino Meatballs.
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Motorino Pizzeria
Hours: Sunday-Thursday: 11am-10pm, Friday-Saturday: 11am-12am
Address: SkyAvenue, Resorts World Genting, Pahang
Website: Motorino Pizzeria
Tel: 03-6105 9182


[UPDATED] 20 Cool Food Trucks That You Really Need To Hunt Down Right Now

There’s just something about food trucks that reels people in. Maybe it’s the affordable prices, the convenience, the varieties available to choose from, the yumminess, speed, freshness, or maybe it’s all of them combined. Whatever it is, the food truck business that boomed a couple years ago is definitely here to stay, what with the frequent food truck festivals occurring in the city and even the bi-monthly KL Food Truck Feast at Dataran Merdeka. Their increasing popularity attracts hordes of hungry peeps wanting a nice, hot meal in their hands, but we’re not complaining. Here is a list of awesome food trucks in KL that you should hunt down and try out if you haven’t already:
1. Thyme Out
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If you’re a fan of classic Tex-Mex like burritos, tacos, quesadillas, and churros, you should totally check out Thyme Out. This food truck (which has now opened two brick-and-mortar restaurants in SS15 and Bandar Sunway) serves up quality Mexican dishes, and their glowing reviews can’t be lying, right? People rave about their tacos (with your choice of beef, chicken, or lamb filling) with it’s perfectly warm tortilla wrap, juicy, tender meats within, drenched in homemade tomato sauce, greens, salsa, cheese, and plenty of delicious flavor to tide over that rumbling stomach. Don’t forget their crunchy nachos as a starter and their hot churros for dessert!
Halal
Facebook: Thyme Out KL
Instagram: Thyme Out KL

Website: Thyme Out KL
Tel: 012 9037477
2. Oishii Onigiri
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If Japanese cuisine is more up your alley, Oishii Onigiri’s selections of authentic onigiri, bento, takoyaki, and don is definitely for you. Besides their roving food truck business, they are also available to cater for your parties or deliver to your home if you’re craving your Japanese food fix. Their onigiri selection consists of spicy BBQ salmon, katsu chicken, or furikake (bonito flakes) among others, all of which are fan-favourites. Their bento sets are perfect for a filling lunch at the office, with Japanese rice, your choice of katsu chicken, salmon, or ebi tempura, edamame beans, and watermelon cubes to finish. All-in-all, if you ever see this food truck around, give their dishes a try! Itadakimasu!
Pork-free
Facebook: Oishii Onigiri
Instagram: Oishii Onigiri
Website: Oishii Onigiri
Tel: 012-618 3300
3. Balls of Fire
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Balls of Fire specializes in, you guessed it, meatballs. They have 4 different kinds of meatballs (including a healthier vegetarian option), with your choice of one of their 5 sauces made from scratch. They make their meatballs and fries themselves as well, using top quality, fresh ingredients. The Tzatziki sauce of spicy lime yogurt and mint paired with their falafel balls sounds like a match a made in heaven. Their lamb meatballs also go perfectly together with their spicy curry sauce, and their meaty creations will for sure give IKEA a run for their money. Make sure to follow them on their social media to keep up with where they are if you’re feeling like some meatballs today!
Pork-free
Facebook: Balls Of Fire
Instagram: Balls Of Fire
Website: Balls Of Fire
Tel: 012-311 6956
4. Mad Miles

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Ever wanted to dine in a retro American diner? Well now you (sort of) can with Mad Miles! Their bright blue vehicle is unmissable, and this ‘diner on wheels’ serves up all-American dishes like a classic cheeseburger drenched in their secret sauce, pulled lamb with garlic mashed potatoes, and a crispy shrimp po’boy, a delectable traditional New Orleans submarine sandwich. They also just recently introduced crunchy Belgian waffles to their menu, so you’re all set for dessert too. Complete with that timeless diner aesthetic, you’ll be having a meal to remember!
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Facebook: Mad Miles Diner
Instagram: Mad Miles Diner
Tel: 019-316 1300
5. 2 Go Coffee
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When you need your coffee pick-me-up, now you know where to go. 2 Go Coffee serves up a repertoire of beverages, most of which are coffee-based while some aren’t. Their bestselling hazelnut latte is popular for a reason, for the milky concoction is perfectly balanced with sweet hazelnut flavor, resulting in the perfect drink to chillax with.  Not only do they do hot coffee, but they also make a mean cold-brew (poured into cool glass flasks to boot) that packs a punch. This is the place to relax with friends after a long day with some cool, delicious drinks.
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G Tower, Jln Tun Razak, 7.30am-3pm
TTDI opposite Shell station, 7.30pm-12am
Facebook: 2 Go Coffee KL
Instagram: 2 Go Coffee KL
6. Wheeloaf

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Who would’ve thought that there would be a bakery-food truck in KL? Wheeloaf has been championing the food truck game since 2014, with their café-like ambience and freshly baked offerings drawing in a steady stream of people. Besides selling the usual breads, pastries, and sandwiches, they’re also offering hot food like grilled cheese, steaming wraps, and oozy paninis if you’re feeling extra hungry. Don’t sleep on them though, they’ve already developed a hungering fanbase and after trying out their food, it’s definitely no surprise why!
Pork-free
Facebook: Wheeloaf
Instagram: Wheeloaf
Tel: 019-226 5457
7. Guilty Pleasures

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If something sweet is what you’re after, Guilty Pleasures will provide you with, well, your guilty pleasures. Specializing in pretty, freshly-baked desserts, this food truck sells towering cakes, dainty cupcakes, rich brownies, warm pies, and everything else your sweet tooth desires. Unique offerings include their praline cream-filled Paris Brest pastry, heavenly butterscotch pecan cake, and sinful Devil’s Food cake. They have regular spots at USJ 4 and TTDI so it won’t be hard to track them down usually. Now you can get that much-needed sugar rush on those lazy days!
Pork-free
8pm-12am on weekdays at TTDI
8pm-12am on weekends at USJ 4
Facebook: Guilty Pleasure
Instagram: Guilty Pleasure
Tel: 0178816734, 0122156734
8. La Famiglia
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Pasta galore! This Italian Mafia-themed food truck serves a multitude of pasta dishes to suit every stomach, like their signature The Boss pasta, a combination of both bolognese and carbonara sauce that sounds absolutely mouthwatering. They also have pizza fries, which is a bed of crispy golden fries topped with a layer of Bolognese sauce, cheese, and sliced sausages, which is equally delectable. They always show up around the city (just like the Mafia) so keep a look out on their social media pages to be updated on their current location!
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Facebook: La Famiglia
Instagram: La Famiglia
Website: La Famiglia
Tel: 011-1281 1725
9. Nober’s Hot Wings
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Chicken wings have become an American favourite, and it’s slowly starting to make its way into our shores. Nober’s Hot Wings is a welcome example, and their tasty wings are the perfect snack to have when watching TV or hanging out with friends. Their wings are fried to perfection, their skins crisp and golden brown, and are soaked in one of their homemade sauces, your choice between sweet and sour, hot sauce, or the best of both worlds with a mix of the two. They don’t only serve wings, and they also have an ooey gooey cheese steak sandwich, classic chili hot dog, and chili cheese nachos. Hunt them down if you’re in the mood for hearty dishes that will give you some burn on your tongue!
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Facebook: Nobers Hot Wings
Website: Nobers Hot Wings
Tel: 013-353 3828
10. The Bubble Tea Shop
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The Bubble Tea Shop makes bubble tea (obviously), but other than that they also serve fusion iced teas, loose leaf cold tea blends, and a variety of cold desserts. Also known under the name Otea, their beverages are perfect for cooling down on our typical sunny afternoons. Don’t just go for the usual pearl milk tea, try out their other blends like their chocolate drink with pudding or their various fruit teas!
Website: Bubble Tea Malaysia
Tel: 019-280 7525
11. Burger Giler Power
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Just like the name suggests, the burgers served here are pretty freaking awesome. Their juicy burgers (the patties are made from scratch, no less) are dripping with their signature garlic aioli sauce, and sandwiched between their signature dark charcoal buns. They have all kinds of burgers to choose from too, from their Cajun chicken burger to chili cheeseburger to even a nasi lemak burger! Burger Giler Power has developed quite a following over the 3 years they’ve been around, and based on their food selection, it’s no wonder why. This is one of those food trucks that you just have to hunt down and try!
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12. Mak Chick Yunai
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The chicken food truck first moved from Damansara Uptown to TTDI due to local authority. And yet, despite the move, fans are still loyal and crowd up to the truck for some juicy and colourful fried chicken. All of Mak Chick Yunai’s dishes have fried chicken one way or another – burger, nasi lemak, fried chicken chop. Though if you do find yourself there, the one thing you really need to try is their sloppy double-stacked fried chicken burger.
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Facebook: Mak Chick Yunai
Instagram: Mak Chick Yunai
Tel: 017-606 5797
13. Munchiez KL
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Their concept is a quick grab-and-go of simple food that is also filling. This food truck provides seats for those who wish to sit back and enjoy their greasy hot dogs. And don’t just think that because they’re a food truck, it probably tastes mediocre at best, because they put in a lot of effort on their food. For example, the beef brisket has to be braised for six hours and then only seared!
Pork Free
Facebook: Munchiez KL
Instagram: Munchiez KL
14. Honcho! Pizza Parlour
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Who could have imagined that pizzas can be sold at a food truck as well? But Honcho! is doing exactly that. Not only so, they are the first food truck in the whole country to use traditional wood fires instead of ovens to do the cooking. Their pizzas are thin on the dough, but thick on the toppings, so it’s good. If you’re feeling something lighter, they also sell pasta!
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Instagram: Honcho Pizza Parlour
15. Hungry Thug
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Hungry tak? Hungry. Yeah, that’s kind of how the name came about. Hungry Thug’s menu features Tex Mex food with Malaysian twists, such as beef taco with mayonnaise and chili sauce and spicy chicken wings with cili padi. But if you are seeking for Western food, they have those as well.
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Facebook: Hungry Thug
Instagram: Hungry Thug
16. Crystal’s Blue Nasi Lemak
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Crystal’s Blue Nasi Lemak offers a special nasi lemak whereby they use blue rice (tinted with colouring) instead of the usual fragrant white rice. They also offer free delivery service in selected areas.
Pork free
Facebook: Crystal’s Blue Nasi Lemak
Tel: 013-669 6869
17. GottaC Music & Ice Bingsu
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Dessert food trucks usually sell ice creams, juices, cupcakes, and the sorts. But this one provides bingsu, a popular Korean ice shaving dessert that is usually only seen in specialty shop lots rather than food trucks. In this food truck, there is a piano that automatically plays by itself – kind of bizarre, but if they can sell ice shavings in that truck, you sure can eat ice shavings out of the truck, self-playing piano or not.
Pork free
Facebook: Gotta C Music
Instagram: Gotta C Music
Tel: 016-769 9042
18. Wichlist
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Wichlist specializes in sandwiches, their most popular one being their spicy chicken wrap. Sandwiches are bound to do well, because typically, nobody dislikes sandwiches. However, Wichlist is pulling quite a spectacular job with the private catering, deliveries, and scheduled appearances around Klang Valley.
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Facebook: Wichlist
Instagram: Wichlist
Tel: 019-385 9897
19. Cowboys Food Truck
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Yee-haw! The Western period reminds us of a lot of things – Stetson hats, long ropes, neighing horses, eccentric boots – but it also reminds us of something else, great American food. Cowboys Food Truck is built to serve entirely halal American-styled food right here in Malaysia, such as beef briskets, wings, and BBQ sauce.
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Website: Cowboys Food Truck
Tel: 019-251 8072
20. Mustafa Jones Food Truck

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Burgers have become the buzzword in Malaysia – Ramly burger trucks, MyBurgerLab, Burgertory and more, these are the usual suspects. But have you ever eaten American-made burgers? Like…made by an actual American. Mustafa Jones makes authentic Southern grilled burgers with charcoal: sizzling, smoking and utterly juicy. He takes much care in his patties, seasoning them himself and grilling them for 20 minutes to ensure that they are juicy and finger lickin’ good.
Facebook: Mustafa Jones Burger
Instagram: Mustafa Jones Burger
Twitter: Mustafa Jones Burger
Tel: 017-252 6610


午餐有着落啦！【BarBQ Plaza 】新开张 Set Lunch只需【RM8】！

又来啦！这个星期到下星期，一起约你的朋友来吃烤肉吧！
为了庆祝Sunway Velocity 新分行开张，BarBQ Plaza推出了疯狂优惠！！Set Lunch 只需【RM8】！

而且这次的优惠是从周六&周日开始，连公共假期都可以享用此优惠哦！这项优惠只限12月8日开张日至12月15日，时间是早上10点30分至5点， 先导先得哦。大家千万别错过啦。
两星期的午餐都有着落了，而且才RM8这么便宜～快约你的同事朋友一起来午餐吧！
*须符合条规 （优惠只限Sunway Velocity 分行）
日期：2016年12月8日- 12月15日
时间：10am- 5pm
地点：Sunway Velocity Mall， Lot3 -19


What To Do This Week: Happening Events In Klang Valley From October 17-23

KL is full of exciting activities that one should not miss out on, and it is in fact a great excuse to have a get-together with friends. Best part is, you get to enjoy the activities with one another, whether it’s a run or a party. Here are 8 events happening this week, from October 17-23, that you should consider heading out for!
1. Oct 18: Armour@ The Park, KLCC
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Are you a sport enthusiast? Then it’s time for you to get fit with their first ever free Under Armour Malaysia Community workout session. This time, they will be focusing on yoga and learning how to synchronise your breathing at the same time.
When: October 18, 6pm-8pm
Where: KLCC Park
Info: Armour @ The Park

2. Oct 19: Daniela Andrade Live in Malaysia
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This songstress from Canada is known for her awesome acoustic covers and originals on YouTube. She will be gracing our shores for the very first time and you might just find yourself featured in her music video project, “Shore” which documents snippets of all her upcoming travels and performances.
When: October 19, 8pm
Where: Bentley Music Auditorium, Damansara
Info: Daniela Andrade Live In Malaysia
3. Oct 19-20: Hallyu 2016 Korean Movie Festival
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To all Korean drama enthusiasts, here’s where you can watch all the latest Korean movies like The Last Princess, The Technicians and The Pirates. Not only that, there will be fun-filled activities like dance competitions, cooking demonstrations and so much more.
When: October 19-20, 10am – 5pm
Where: TARC University, Setapak
Info: Hallyu 2016
4. Oct 20-23: 16-Bit Coriolanus
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This theater play is about how the Roman General Caius Marcius earned the title of “Coriolanus” for saving his city from an invasion. 16-Bit Coriolanus will be presented through the nostalgic lens of 90s video games that the generation Y used to play. Expect a fun and interesting concept on a history play that definitely won’t bore you out!
When: October 20-23 @ 8.30pm, October 22 – 23 @ 3pm
Where: Kuala Lumpur Performing Art Centre
Info: 16-Bit Coriolanus
5. Oct 21-23: Bloom
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Bloom features a dance duet by dancers January Low-Siva and Rathimalar Govindarajoo. Interestingly, this performance will also mark a personal milestone for January who happens to be 7 months pregnant, and it would be a dance to embrace the values of feminity, positivity and blessings.
When: October 21-23, 9pm
Where: Bobo KL
Info: Bloom
6. Oct 22: Sedsuna Album Launch
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Sedsuna is a band of 5 Malaysians producing the tunes of the progressive instrumental rock genre. The event will witness the band’s album launch and it will be their chance to showcase their music to Malaysians. Fellow local musicians, VEGA, will be joining Sedsuna on the stage as well.
When: October 22, 8pm
Where: ATAS by BIJAN FX, F-5-1, Level 5, Parklane Commercial Hub, Jalan SS7/26, Kelana Jaya Petaling Jaya
Info: Sedsuna
7. Oct 22: Malaysia Independent Live Fusion Festival (MILFF) 2016
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For the first time ever, the top 50 musicians and vocalists from South India will be performing in KL. There will be 5 fusion bands performing at the indoor StarXpo Centre, Kuala Lumpur and it would be a chance for you to enjoy the musicians’ talents as they perform their very best to their KL audience.
When: October 22, 6pm – 11pm
Where: StarXPO Centre, KWC Fashion Mall, Kuala Lumpur
Info: Malaysia Independent Live Fusion Festival (MILFF) 2016
8. A Shucking Good Time by Boozeat
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Oysters and wine are the perfect combination married under all fine dining dreams. At the A Shucking Good Timeevent, expect the freshest air-flown 4-6″ Live United States oysters for your enjoyment. All this is paired with the best wine for a fancy night of new culinary experiences. Opt between 3 packages which serves up wine only, wine and oysters, or oysters only. Best part is regardless of which package you choose, it would be free flow consumption for the night.
When: October 22, 8pm-11pm
Where: HIDE, The Roof
Info: A Shucking Good Time by Boozeat
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10 Restaurants With Exclusive Christmas Menus That Are Only Available This Month

Christmas, ’tis the season for cheers and joy and gifts. It is also the season for delicious food and temporary amnesia about the diet we’ve been on for the past couple of months.
While there is no snow in Malaysia—and Santa is probably too lazy to look for chimneys here—we definitely have the food covered. Restaurants and diners all over the city have all come up with their own Christmas menus, and you should really try them out, if only because it’s limited to this time of the year.
1. Melting Pot Café
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The Melting Pot Café at Concorde Hotel has been blessing us with good food and a comfortable environment since its inception. And this year for Christmas, they’re giving us more with their Christmas buffet menus, adorned with seasonal delights like roast turkey, New Zealand sea perch, and grilled beef with poached pear. You can enjoy an exquisite cuisine meant for the most gastronomical Christmas food journey through a high tea, dinner and supper!
Melting Pot Café
Hours: Sunday-Thursday: 6am-10pm, Friday-Saturday: 6am-2am.

Address: 2, Jalan Sultan Ismail, Kuala Lumpur, 50250 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur
Website: Melting Pot Café
Tel: 03-2144 2200
2. Cinnamon Coffee House
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Even without the galore of Christmas, Cinnamon Coffee House has been winning awards with their cuisine delights that come from all over the world. They also have a live kitchen concept, where you can look into their kitchen and watch the crew cooking up your meal. This Christmas, Cinnamon Coffee House is organising a luxurious Christmas buffet dinner for their guests at One World Hotel, cooking up succulent turkey, prawn grit on frittatas, beef brisket cream soup, and a whole lot more! You are, of course, expected to make a reservation, to save yourself a spot.
Cinnamon Coffee House
Hours: Monday-Sunday: 6am-1am.
Address: One World Hotel, First Avenue, 47801, Petaling Jaya
Tel: 03-7681 1157
3. Zender’s Restaurant & Bar
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Publika serves as an activities hub in KL, lined with stores upon stores that are open till late at night to accommodate the night owls. Zender’s Restaurant & Bar happens to be one of the more popular ones in Publika, serving exquisite European dishes in an ambient environment for its patrons. Thus, of course they would join in on the fun for the whole Christmas menu frenzy. Featured on their menu this year is pumpkin soup, salad, brownies, pannacota, grilled chicken, sirloined steak, and more! To avoid not getting a table when you’re there, you can always call or visit their website to make a reservation first!
Zender’s Restaurant & Bar
Hours: Monday-Thursday: 11am-12am, Friday-Sunday: 12pm-1am.
Address: D5-G4-06, Solaris Dutamas (Publika), Jalan Dutamas 1, Mont Kiara, 50480 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Website: Zender’s Restaurant & Bar
Tel: 03-6206 3124
4. Tray Café
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Tray Café’s main attraction is that they are a communal-style eatery, fully believing that strangers can totally become friends over food. This is all the more true during the Christmas season. After all, what better way to bond than to share your love for a well-roasted turkey? Tray’s Café’s Christmas menu consists of dishes like roast beef with Port sauce, quiches, wine lamb and prune stew, and rosemary roast potatoes.
Tray Café
Hours: Wednesday-Monday: 8.30am-5pm.
Address: H-0-2 Block H, Plaza Damas, 60 Jalan Sri Hartamas 1, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia 50480
Website: Tray Café
Tel: 03-2303 1742
5. Yoogane Malaysia
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What? Koreans celebrate Christmas too! And who knows? Maybe your Christmas will be all the more special with Korean dishes, instead of the generic western grill-and-fry. This festive season, you’ll be able to enjoy their Christmas menu that consists of chicken pan, crab, tteok-galbi, prawn, and salad. They also offer festive drinks and desserts to accompany the hearty dishes.
Yoogane Malaysia
Hours: Monday-Sunday: 11.30am-10pm.
Address: 1, Lebuh Bandar Utama, Bandar Utama City Centre, Bandar Utama, Petaling Jaya, Malaysia
Website: Yoogane Malaysia
Tel: 03-7733 5796
6. Nook @ Aloft
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Nook at Aloft Kuala Lumpur Sentral is rocking this festive season with a range of offerings that will downright get you to fall in love with the holiday. For the entire month of December, they will be holding buffet dinners featuring their Christmas menu every single night. Local and Western cuisine combined, you’ll get to enjoy food items like lamb leg, beef stroganoff, roasted whole chicken, mashed potatoes, beef goulash, and more! Of course, when it’s Christmas, there will always be turkey. If you are interested, just head on over to their website and place a reservation for yourself and your family!
Nook @ Aloft
Hours: Monday-Sunday: 6.30am-12am.
Address: Brickfields Aloft KL Sentral, No. 5, Jalan Stesen Sentral, Kuala Lumpur, 50470
Website: Nook @ Aloft
Tel: 03-2723 1188
7. Huck’s Café
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Huck’s Café is an exceptionally special café, and at first glance, you would think they are kind of elitist. They do not take walk-ins, only reservations, and they do not have a set menu. This is because the owner is always travelling and he will acquire inspiration to create new menus every time he is overseas. This year, he has just travelled to the Bavarian Alps and created a Christmas menu entirely based on the things he’s seen and tasted there. An entirely Bavarian-esque Christmas meal, where else in Malaysia can you find something like that?
Huck’s Café
Hours: Monday: 3pm-6pm, Tuesday-Sunday: 3pm-11.30pm.
Address: 22, Jalan Abdullah, Off Jalan Bangsar, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Website: Huck’s Café
Tel: 03-2282 2126
8. The Living Room
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The Living Room has decorated the entirety of their interior into a fairytale land with pixie dust and sparkles. Allow you and your family to indulge in a Christmas fairytale atmosphere at The Living Room. Don’t forget to enjoy the sweet treats from the chocolate fountain too!
The Living Room
Hours: Monday-Sunday: 6am-12am.
Address: Level G, The Westin Kuala Lumpur, 199, Jalan Bukit Bintang, Bukit Bintang, 55100 Kuala Lumpur
Website: The Living Room
Tel: 03-2773 8338
9. Garage 51
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Every Sunway student knows what Garage 51 is. And now, they are adding on to everyone’s love for Garage 51 with their holiday specials menu, specifically made for the Christmas celebration. And no worries, their famous Messed Up Family series is still on the menu, so you can still get your sugary pumps. Adding on to the series are the chili scrambled on toast, cinnamon french toast, and pulled hoisin smoked duck tartin.
Garage 51
Hours: Monday-Sunday: 11am-11p.m.
Address: 51, Jalan PJS 11/9, Bandar Sunway 46150 Selangor
Website: Garage 51
Tel: 03-5612 5618
10. Brotz N.19
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Now, out of all the cafés in Sunway, this is my absolute favourite. The music, the environment, the customer service, the food, they are all just top notch. For Christmas, it’s not so much of a fresh festive menu but they will be having exclusive Christmas deals. You can enjoy up to 25% off all their main courses for this month in celebration for Christmas! I guess I’ll be bingeing Brotz N.19 for this whole month.
Brotz N.19
Hours: Monday-Sunday: 11am-11pm.
Address: 19, Jalan PJS 11/9, Bandar Sunway, Petaling Jaya, Malaysia
Website: Brotz N.19
Tel: 03-5612 3238
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[UPDATED] Pablo's Gone, But Here're 7 Other Places For Damn Good Cheese Tarts

Baked molten cheese tart is a food craze that will never go out of style. So, it’s only natural that those parcels of cheesy goodness have been cropping up in tons of bakeries around KL. Some bakeries are even specialising in cheese tarts alone! If you want to try some cheese tarts out for yourself, the following bakeries and cafés have got you covered:
1. Hokkaido Baked Cheese Tart
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Hokkaido Baked Cheese Tart has people flocking to their doors since their opening and for good reason too. Their signature melty cheese tarts have been said to have a very creamy, soft, and smooth filling, with that unmistakable tang of cream cheese that makes it oh-so-good.
Hours: 10am-10pm daily
Address: LK-01C, Lower Ground, Empire Shopping Gallery, Jalan SS 16/1, Subang Jaya, 47500 Selangor
Website: https://www.facebook.com/hokkaidobakedcheesetart

Tel: +603-5481 5048
2. John King
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Even though John King is well-known for their egg tarts, they have dipped their toe into the waters of the cheese tart trend, and have introduced baked Hanjuku cheese tarts to their menu. Their tarts are baked fresh three times a day (at 12pm, 3pm, and 7pm), so make sure to buy them when they’re still warm from the oven to get the full molten effect from the cheese!
Available at 4 outlets nationwide.
Website: https://www.facebook.com/johnkingmalaysia/
Tel: +603-2141 9088, +603-8958 0079, +603-2602 3997
3. Happy Happy Bread Bakery
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Happy Happy Bread Bakery’s half-baked cheese tarts are a big hit with their customers. Their thick, crumbly crust holds the molten cheese filling excellently, and the light cheese flavour might be more preferable to those of you who don’t want a filling that’s too rich and cheesy. Reminiscent of their signature Portuguese egg tarts, give this a try if you’re in the area.
Address: 285 Jalan Berjaya 10, Taman Berjaya, 43000 Kajang, Selangor
Website: https://www.facebook.com/HappyHappyBreadBakery/
Tel: +603-8733 3236
4. Lavender
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This Malaysian franchise famous for their assorted breads, cakes, and pastries have finally dabbled into making cheese tarts, and their results do not disappoint. Their tarts are slightly flatter than usual, but the velvety filling provides just the right amount of cheesiness without being too overwhelming. The crust, too, is quite thick in comparison to other cheese tarts, but it works in this case.
Avaiable in 14 outlets nationwide.
Website: http://www.lavender.com.my/
5. Tokyo Secret
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Another contender for one of the best half-baked cheese tarts in KL, Tokyo Secret’s beautifully gooey tarts are definitely no secret. Their almost perpetual queues are there for good reason: people just can’t seem to get enough of their molten Hanjyuku cheese tarts! The light, buttery crusts perfectly complements the ice cream-like, strong cheese filling within, to give you that mouth-watering melting effect you see on Instagram all the time.
Hours: 10am-10pm daily
Address: G23, IPC Shopping Centre, 2 Jalan PJU 7/2, Petaling Jaya 47800
Website: http://www.tokyosecret.com
Tel: +603-7733 0231
6. Uncle Tetsu Cheesecake
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This esteemed Japanese cheesecake franchise has also branched out into cheese tart territory, and their tarts look simply scrumptious. Uncle Tetsu’s Kurimi Cheese Tarts are lovely desserts that look deliciously oozy, but are only made in a limited number every day in all their outlets, so make sure to snap them up quickly before they sell out!
Available in 9 outlets nationwide.
Website: http://www.uncletetsu.com.my/
7. Tedboy Bakery
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Tedboy Bakery has a myriad of different pastries that you might be spoilt for choice but definitely give their molten lava cheese tarts a go for a taste of baked cheese tarts that are meant to be enjoyed warm. Melt-in-the-mouth moments are a guarantee! Tedboy Bakery’s molten lava cheese tarts are prepared fresh daily at 12pm and 3pm so these are the perfect golden hours to stop by for some freshly baked treats, straight from the oven!
Hours: 7.30am-10pm (Bangsar), 9am-10pm (Jaya One)
Address: No. 10 Jalan Telawi 4, Bangsar Baru, 59100 Kuala Lumpur
100-G.037, Level G, The School, Jaya One, No. 72A, Jalan Universiti, Seksyen 13, Petaling Jaya
Website: Tedboy Bakery
Tel: 03 2202 1312 (Bangsar), 03 7931 7388 (Jaya One)


M'sians Are Actually Hosting Gatherings To Scream Like Goku & Punch The Air Like Saitama

A new “trend” has come our way and like its viral Whip Nae Nae and Black Beatles predecessors, we cannot, for the life of us, fathom the reason why it’s an actual thing.
It first gained popularity when a video of a group of Washington folks screaming like Goku went viral.

Before you knew it, people are RSVP-ing for Scream Like Goku events. There’s even an event for Punching The Air Like Saitama and while some might find these peeps completely out of their mind, it’s actually a legit thing to look forward to for some die-hard anime fans.
The next events are scheduled at Bukit Kiara and Desa Park City within the next 2 weeks. So whether you’re in it to scream and punch the air like your favourite characters, or you’re looking to be a part of yet another viral trend, you can put on a white cape and join in.
Bonus if you’re bald like Saitama. Yup, we’re not even kidding.


You'd "Toto-lly" Fall Head Over Heels In Love With This Totoro-Themed Café In KL

Mention Totoro and the adorable grey anime character would come to mind.

Known for its role in the My Neighbour Totoro film, Totoro, which is pretty much a hybrid creature of a raccoon, cat and owl is well-loved and a popular option for plush toys, phone cases and more.

For those who are “toto-lly” in love with the Totoro character, there’s a Totoro-themed café in KL.

Though it has been around since late 2015, Peekaboo Café recently underwent a renovation and now they’re back with more Totoro-themed décor and foods.

At Peekaboo Café, you’d feel at home with their warm, homely environment where Totoro is the resident ambassador and guests are lovingly nicknamed as “Peekabians”.

Meals-wise, enjoy the likes of Fried Chicken Waffle Sandwiches, Eggs Benedict, Teriyaki Chicken Pastas, Pork Bacon Carbonaras and more.

But most of all, Peekaboo Café prides itself on its coffee. There’s the aromatic rose coffee and the single origin ice drop coffee which is an Ethiopian Harra type of coffee.

If coffee isn’t really your cup of tea, opt for some hot chocolate and ask for a Totoro character to be stenciled on the top too!

Relive your childhood memories and snap a couple of photos with the array of Totoro plush toys and figurines available. Alternatively, for those who are hardcore fans of the Totoro character, they could even opt to host a party here.

Peekaboo Café
Hours: Mondays-Thursdays: 11am-10pm, Fridays-Saturdays: 11am-11pm, Sundays: 11am-9pm
Address: 1-3-M (upstairs), Jalan Jalil Perkasa 13, Kuala Lumpur
Website: Peekaboo Café
Tel: 012-218 7587
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泰国正宗【炒冰淇淋】首家分店就在吉隆坡Nu Sentral Mall

大马天气酷热，冰凉的炒冰淇淋真的是最佳的解暑甜品。如果你想品尝正宗的泰国炒冰淇淋，不如来试试这家 【Freshy Freeze Malaysia】吧！
这在前不久于泰国爆红的炒冰淇淋，对于各路吃货小伙伴来说绝对不陌生。每个旅客到访泰国时，都会把其纳入必吃的list中，有趣的冰淇淋制作方式也是吸引顾客的最佳卖点之一。Freshy Freeze 在泰国可是拥有高人气的甜品店，而它在大马的唯一一家分店就在Nu Sentral Mall哦！
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他们的冰淇淋都是由泰国生产的，没有添加任何防腐剂或色素，让顾客吃得安心又美味。
如果你是草莓控，那就要试试这款草莓芝士甜品啦！绵密的冰淇淋搭配新鲜草莓酱和芝士块，吃起来甜而不腻。
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来到Freshy Freeze，你绝对要尝尝他们的Mango Sticky Rice甜点。不过这款甜点要有新鲜的芒果才能制作，吃不吃得到，就看你的运气咯！
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或是这款很特别的Banana Flambe，结合冰冷的雪糕和温热的香蕉和可丽饼，一冷一热的交替口感，非常好吃！
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冰淇淋搭配其他配料一起炒之后，吃起来口感非常丰富。冰淇淋的口味选择也非常多，甚至还有浓郁的绿茶口味哦！现在不用飞去泰国也可以吃到正宗的泰国炒冰淇淋啦！
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【Freshy Freeze Malaysia】
营业时间：周一 至 周日 11am- 10pm
地址：Nu Sentral Mall 5th Floor
面子书：Freshy Freeze Malaysia
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These Babies Are Having A Spa Day And It's Making Our Ovaries Burst

Chances are that you’ve stumbled upon videos of babies floating around in a pool of water without so much as a care for the world.
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With just a float around their body, these babies can be seen floating around (some are even fast asleep) and frankly, looking very comfortable indeed.
It’s in fact a popular activity for babies and now, Malaysia offers the service too!
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Hippopo Baby Spa & Wellness is the first and largest baby spa chain in Malaysia and they have 12 outlets nationwide. You can find them at:

Centrepoint, Bandar Utama
Great Eastern Mall, KL
Setia Walk Mall, Puchong
Empire Shopping Gallery, Subang
Queensbay Mall, Penang
Tesco Desa Tebrau, Johor
The Shore, Malacca
Setia City Mall, Shah Alam
Vivacity Megamall, Kuching
Aeon Klebang, Ipoh
IOI City Mall, Putrajaya
Sunway Velocity Mall, Cheras

It’s basically a pamper session for babies! :O
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In-house physiotherapists are trained to handle each infant with care, whether that may be through a massage session or a baby swim sesh.
Full baby spa sessions are priced at RM88 and it includes a baby swim and massage session.
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“We are using the hydrotherapy method in our Baby Swim. Hydrotherapy is a form of physiotherapy that uses warm water to assist body movements, strengthen muscles, relax, and help to reduce pain,” Hippopo Baby Spa & Wellness mentioned on its Facebook page.
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The entire session takes approximately 50 minutes and the team will provide a float, a swim diaper, and a towel. No swimming suit is required for your little one!
Baby Swim helps a baby gain physical independence and self-awareness and they can learn balance and coordination by being aware of the water’s motion and sensation.

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Baby Massage, on the other hand, can be one way to soothe a child as it uses gentle and rhythmic stroking. As part of the massage routine, the baby’s ankles, wrists and fingers will be gently massaged with organic grapeseed oil and the physiotherapist can also speak softly, hum or sing to the child to reassure him or her.
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According to Hippopo Baby Spa & Wellness, one study even found that massage in the early days could help newborns to recover from jaundice more quickly.
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Other benefits include helping the baby to:

develop mentally, socially and physically
stay relaxed and not get upset
cry and fuss less
sleep better

Sessions at the spa centre can also help to increase the quality of your baby’s sleep, reduce fussiness and discomfort from colic, wind and constipation whilst easing the pain of teething and tense muscles as the baby develops.
Parents can opt for single sessions of Baby Swim (RM50/25-minute session) and Baby Massage (RM38/20-minute session) as well.
Hippopo Baby Spa & Wellness
Hours: 10am-8pm, daily
Website: Hippopo Baby Spa & Wellness


10 Restaurants In Ampang And The Signature Dishes You Should Order When You Dine Here

Ampang is known to be a food haven and eateries are aplenty here. Along with the host of restaurants and cafés, there are also a multitude of dishes to choose from. Sometimes, skimming through their menu alone would be enough to give one a headache because we would most certainly be spoilt for choice.ca
Trying out their signature dishes would then be a safe bet. Here are 10 eateries in Ampang and their signature dishes as per what’s recommended by past guests.
1. 28 Fireplace
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Along a strip of shop houses in Jalan Ampang lies a cosy Melbourne inspired café that offers a variety of coffee, all-day breakfast and more! The café has a homely ambiance to it, making it a pleasant place to hang out.
28 Fireplace is home to a variety of good eats. Among all the mouthwatering food and drinks on the menu, we would recommend you to try the Firebomb, an unorthodox coffee paired with cream soda. Not to mention, the Merguez & Mushroom Carbonara and French Toast. It’s also highly raved about by longtime customers.
Signature Dishes: Firebomb, Merguez, Mushroom Carbonara, French Toast.
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Hours: 9am-10pm, daily
Address:  28 Persiaran Ampang Desa Pahlawan 55000 Kuala Lumpur Malaysia

Website: 28 Fireplace
Tel: 03-4265 5077
2. Greenhouse by Muir
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‘Greenhouse by Muir’ turns ideas into reality, delivering the idea of Environmental Philosophy & Environmental Ethics through the love for food. Come for the amazing ambiance and good food with your loved ones. This three-tiered building is home to multiple concepts such as Kuroshio Market (a Japanese food hall), Evendough Bakery Café, Minu (a contemporary Japanese restaurant) & Brycg (a New Orleans-inspired eatery).
For foodies, this is how food heaven truly looks like. With such a wide range of food to choose from, we know how it must hard to decide what to eat. To start off, we’d recommend the fresh seafood in the Kuroshio Market and Unagi Fettucini in Minu.
Signature Dishes: Fresh Seafood, Unagi Fettucini
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Hours: Monday-Friday: 10am-10pm, Saturday-Sunday: 10am-11.30pm
Address: 1, Off Jalan Ampang, Jalan Nipah, Kampung Berembang, 55000 Kampung Berembang
Website: Greenhouse by Muir
Tel: 03-2630 6728
3. Velocity
Velocity is one of the very few cafés in town that has a niche concept. Much like The Grumpy Cyclist in TTDI, Velocity is a simple café run by cyclists for cyclists! Their café also doubles as a bicycle shop decorated with industrial décor and loud graffiti.
For tea lovers, here’s where you can get a unique fix. A mix of fragrant flowers and fruits that calms the mind and soul. For those with a bigger appetite, do give the American-styled big breakfast, Velocity’s Tour de Brunch, a go and their cheesy Mexican Nachos too.
Signature Dishes: Velocity’s Tour de Brunch, Mexican Nachos
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Hours: Monday-Friday: 11:30am-10:30pm, Saturday-Sunday: 10:30am-9:30pm
Address: 1E The Challenger Sports Centre, Jalan Taman Putra, Kampung Lembah Jaya Selatan
Website: Velocity
Tel: 012 9759474
4. B Station
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B-Station is a homely café in Ampang that serves Halal Korean Food. An abundance of faux plants decorate the café alongside white and brown hues of furniture. At any given time of the day, you will find students, working adults, cute oppas and even some sweet ahjummas spending their time there.
For those who have been looking for a Halal certified restaurant to dine in, here’s the place to be. B-Station is known for their homemade hotdogs. With a variety of flavours to choose from, we recommend the Teriyaki Chicken Hotdog. For those who have a sweet tooth, definitely try the Red Bean Bingsu out.
Signature Dishes: Teriyaki Chicken Hotdog, Red Bean Bingsu
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Hours: 12pm-10pm, daily
Address: C14-1 Jalan Ampang Utama Ampang, Kuala Lumpur
Website:  B-Station
Tel:  03-2282 0118
5. Juan Valdez Café
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Juan Valdez is an international chain café that opened its first store in Malaysia. It’s also the first in Southeast Asia. The ambiance is very spacious and comfortable, a little like Starbucks in our opinion. The Juan Valdez chain was created by Colombia’s National Federation of Coffee Growers to promote their country’s coffee beans through fair-trade policies.
For those who like European and South-American touch to their food, Juan Valdez definitely has what you’re looking for. For those who like a flavourful yet healthy salad, we’d recommend the Norwegian Salad. Aside from that, do try the Pancakes with dulce de leche, maple syrup and whipped cream as well.
Signature Dishes: Pancakes, Norwegian Salad
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Hours: 10am-10pm, daily
Address: Ground Floor, The Intermark, Jalan Tun Razak, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Website: Juan Valdez Café
Tel: 03-2181 2113
6. That Latte Place
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That Latte Place is an al-fresco café that serves homemade coffee and food. It’s family-friendly thanks to the park surrounding the café. Kids are usually running and playing around the café and laughter usually fills the air while you’re enjoying a cuppa.
If you’re into homemade comfort food and a backyard-feel ambiance, this is the best place for tea times on the weekends. For those who are wondering what’s good to eat there, try the Fajita “TLP” Style. It’s a chicken in Mexican herb sauce, classic pesto, capsicum and lettuce wrapped in pita bread. Next, try the Lemon Cheesecake as well if you’re a fan of all cheesecakes.
Signature Dishes: Fajita “TLP” Style, Lemon Cheesecake
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Hours: Tuesday–Sunday: 9am–5pm
 **Food served till 4pm**
Address: Yayasan Seni Berdaftar, 333, Persiaran Ritchie, Off Jalan Ampang Hilir, Kuala Lumpur.
Website: That Latte Place
Tel: 016 850 3546
7. Sweetree
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Sweetree is one of the Halal Korean restaurants in town that serves up delicious Korean food. If you’ve always wanted to eat authentic Korean food but have always worried about it being non-halal, then here’s the place to be.
Their signature Korean dishes include Bibimpab and Spicy Korean Rice Cake. It’s highly recommended by frequent customers as well. During the Ramadhan season, this Halal Korean Restaurant also serves a fusion Malay-Korean styled buffet for their customers who would like to break fast there.
Signature Dishes: Bibimbap, Spicy Korean Rice Cake
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Hours: Monday-Thursday & Sunday: 10.30am-11pm, Friday-Saturday: 10.30am-12am
Address: No. 13 L-1 & 2, Jln. Ampang Putra, Tmn. Putra Sulaiman, Ampang
Website: Sweetree
Tel:  03-4287 4685
8. Chalet Suisse Restaurant
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If you’ve ever wanted to try authentic Swiss food, here’s the place to be. In the heart of Ampang lies a restaurant by the name of Chalet Suisse. It’s been around since 1996, serving up the most hearty and authentic food from Switzerland. Today Chalet Suisse is maintained as a tribute to the legendary Heinz Bauert, who passed away on March 8, 2015. In the meantime the restaurant has been taken over by a group of Swiss expats.
There are a variety of unique dishes on the menu but the chef’s specialties are still the ones you ought to try. The Swiss Cheese Raclette is a must-try. It comes with two skewers of seasoned cherry tomatoes, pickled gherkin, pearl onions, garlic, boiled potatoes and lots of cheese! Next up, the Rindsgulasch Mit Spaetzli, a universal European dish. It looks similar to Malaysia’s very own Rendang but aside from that, the taste of it is definitely nothing familiar in a good way.
Signature Dishes: Swiss Cheese Raclette, Rindsgulasch Mit Spaetzli
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Hours: 5.30pm-11pm, daily. Closed on Mondays.
Address: No. C11-1, Jalan 1 & Jalan Ampang Utama 1/1, One Ampang Avenue, 68000 Ampang, Selangor, Malaysia
Website: Chalet Suisse
Tel: 03-4252 4589
9. FLINT
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Flint is a restaurant and winery by the Vintry family of restaurants. This rustic and welcoming restaurant is the new retreat for good food and wine. Flint is great for the romantic couple and a family reunion, the two-storey restaurant has enough space to accommodate everyone it welcomes.
The food here is truly unforgettable, we recommend the Spiced Free Range Chicken Stew With Olives. Flint sources their free-range chickens from Perak’s Tanjung Rambutan town and is seasoned with four different peppers across the globe. From Wild Voatsiperifery, Nepali Timur, Cambodian Red Kampot to Cameroon Penja Valley Black, you ought to experience the different flavour profiles that it gives. Aside from that, Flint has amazing beef dishes as well. Without a question, order the Oven-smoked Roasted Wagyu Beef Brisket.
Signature Dishes: Spiced Free Range Chicken Stew With Olives, Oven-Smoked Roasted Wagyu Beef Brisket
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Hours: Tuesday-Friday: 12-3pm, 7-11pm, Saturday-Sunday: 7pm-11pm. Closed on Mondays.
Address: 15, Lorong Kurau, Taman Weng Lock, 59100 Bangsar, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur
Website: FLINT
10. The Terrace At Tamarind Springs
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Tamarind Springs is known to be a romantic getaway in the heart of nature. It also has a few chain of restaurants catered to the romantic, in their hotel. One of the restaurants under Tamarind Springs is The Terrace which serves fusion Thai food in a dim and al-fresco setting.
Those looking for a romantic place to dine with good food to pair, here are some of our suggestions on what to eat here. For starters, go for the Thai Seafood Salad. It’s refreshing and paired with fresh seafood. Aside from that, for your main you ought to go for the Sunset Steamboat. They have four different broths to choose from and the steamboat is cooked by charcoal too.
Signature Dishes: Sunset Steamboat, Thai Seafood Salad
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Hours: 2pm–3pm, 6pm–10.30pm, daily. (The Terrace operates for dinner only)
Address: Jalan 1, Taman Tun Abdul Razak 68000 Ampang, Selangor
Contact: 03-4256 9300
Website: The Terrace


These Sorbets Are NSFW—They Pack A Boozy Punch Of Up To 10% Alcohol

For DD, it’s never too early (or late) for alcohol, and I can’t help but concur.
DD is one of the founders for the aptly-named alcoholic sorbet brand, Twenty One Above.
Labelled as a “cocktail-on-the-go”, Twenty One Above specialises in sorbets with a kick but don’t underestimate the colourful popsicles, or as DD puts it, “adult push pops”.
They pack a boozy punch with an alcoholic content of up to 10%. To put this into perspective, that’s more than a can of beer.

As someone who’s only recently begun enjoying her share of alcohol, I can definitely see the appeal of Twenty One Above’s alcoholic sorbets.
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They’re a fun, sweeter alternative and for beginners, it’s a good introductory treat. But with all alcohols and alcoholic treats, they’re of course, to be enjoyed responsibly.
In fact, according to DD, you will get tipsy after having a couple. The Pina Colada flavour is even said to be stronger than a shot.
“There’s a reason we’re called 21 Above,” DD noted.
Priced at RM11.50 each, flavours include Strawberry Enigma (premium vodka), Mango Boba (premium tequila) and Pina Colada (premium rum).
DD noted that the alcoholic sorbets taste fresh, vibrant and delicious. They are made up of fruits whipped into a sorbet and premium liquors are added into the mix.
The ratio of alcohol to sorbet is 3:1 and they contain no artificial flavouring or colouring, are dairy-free and contain considerably lower calories too when compared to regular ice creams.
To ensure that each alcoholic sorbet has a boozy kick, DD said that quality control is key.
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“We make sure that each and every popsicle has the adequate amount of booze in it as they are all handmade with love and lots of premium liquor,” DD added.
DD was candid about the R&D process for these seemingly easy-to-make alcoholic sorbets. The team shared that it was loads of trial and error episodes with the ice cream maker.
“It was slightly tricky as alcohols’ freezing temperature is lower so we had to figure out the secret blend of ingredients to stabilise it in order to freeze (a process which is currently being patented as we speak),” DD shared.
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The founder divulged that new flavours are currently being developed due to overwhelming response and hinted that there will be alcoholic treats for wine and beer lovers soon.
Twenty One Above will be debuting their sorbet popsicles in a few bars and restaurants in KL beginning this month but they are currently available for delivery in and around the Klang Valley area.
Alcoholic ice creams and sorbets aren’t a new thing in KL with an abundance or ice cream parlours serving them nowadays. Still, rarely do they pack quite a boozy punch, but rather, act as flavour accents: think raisins and rum which is considerably mild.
With Twenty One Above, they will likely gain a more adult following from those who prefer on-the-go boozy treats that have more of a kick to them.
Twenty One Above
Website: Twenty One Above
Tel (WhatsApp line): 016 6464775
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If You're Craving "Fudging" Sinful Chocolate Brownies, Here're 11 Places To Find Them

Editors Note: Updates have been made as of 1pm, August 1st 2019.
A brownie is a dessert that consists of melted chocolate, cocoa powder, sugar, eggs, salt, and butter or margarine.
It was created out of a creative inkling by Fannie Merritt Farmer when she drastically reduced the flour in one of her chocolate cookie recipes.
In most places, they either sell cake-like or fudge-like brownies and the outcome depends on the ratio of fat and chocolate to flour. The higher content of fat from oil and moisture of molasses in brown sugar and the shorter the baking time, the fudgier a brownie should be.

Personally I love the fudgy ones. They would have a chewy or cookie-like consistency that’s baked flat with a crackled top.
Hence, here are 11 places to get your fix for some fudgy brownies in KL.
1. Good Ground Bakery
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At Good Ground Bakery, they’ve got their brownie recipe sorted.
Crackly on top, fudgy, chocolatey, sweet and with a touch of sea salt in the middle, the cookie base adds a nice crunchy texture to this gooey square of joy.
Not cakey but decadently moist, we’d see this going perfectly well with a glass of red wine.
Price: RM10
Hours: Tuesdays-Saturdays: 10.30am-7pm (Closed on Sundays and Mondays)
Address: 143, Jalan SS 17/1a, Ss 17, 47500 Subang Jaya, Selangor
Website: Good Ground Bakery
Tel: 03-5879 7904
2. Jaslyn Cakes
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If you’re a fan of chocolate with a touch of salt, this is another option for you. Jaslyn Cakes is now available in both Bangsar and Mont Kiara with their baked goods made fresh daily.
They’ve got brownies made with Valrhona Guanaja chocolate chunks and sprinkled with sea salt flakes and Blondies. For their Blondies recipe, they have replaced the chocolate with brown sugar and vanilla.
To get your hands on a tray (16 slices) of brownies, do note that you are required to pre-order them a week in advance.
Price: 1 slice (RM12), 16 slices Blondies (RM150), 16 slices Brownies (RM165)
Hours: Tuesdays-Fridays: 11am-7pm; Saturdays-Sundays: 11am-8pm (Closed on Mondays)
Address: 7A, Jalan Telawi 2, Bangsar Baru, Kuala Lumpur
Website: Jaslyn Cakes
Tel: 03-2202 2868
3. VCR
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I have been the longest fan of their coffee since my first sip in 2012 and nothing makes the love grow stronger than a decadent bar of brownies to go with it.
In the menu, the brownie is described as, “Rich and moist chocolate brownie with toffee and chopped walnuts, topped with cocoa powder dusting.” I don’t know about you but I’m sure as heck excited to return and give these bars a try.
Hours: 8.30am-11pm, Daily
Address: 2, Jalan Galloway, Kuala Lumpur
Website: VCR
Tel: 03-2110 2330
4. Brownies Bar
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Founded by The Accidental Bakers who are known for their beautiful cakes, they’re sharing the love for brownies with patrons in Pavilion Elite and The Gardens Mall.
They’ve got 9 types of brownies, including dark chocolate brownies, sea salt almond brownies, Nutella brownies, Oreo brownies, durian brownies and cempedak blondies.
Price: Between RM5-RM6
Hours: 10am-10pm, Daily
Address: Pavilion Elite and The Gardens Mall
Website: Brownies Bar
To have them sent to you
Because sometimes we just want to Netflix and chill with a whole box of brownies to ourselves.
5. SugaRie KL
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Torched marshmallows on chocolate brownies and Nutella-filled cookies? Uhm, yes please!
Founded by 21-year-old Risha and her partner, they specialise in stuffed cookies and s’mores brownies. Based in Subang Jaya, their Instagram feed has got us drooling all over our phones. We’d warn against watching videos on the page when you’re hungry.
Delivery fees start from RM8 but you can opt to pick it up on your own as well.
P.S.: They also deliver Nasi Lemak for your fried chicken, egg and sambal cravings.
Location: Subang Jaya
Price: 2 slices (RM15), 1 box (RM60), 2 boxes (RM110), 3 boxes (RM159)
Website: SugaRie
6. Luv Vanilla
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If you’ve got a craving for home-baked goods, Luv Vanilla’s your gal. Pineapple tarts with cheese crumbs, Brownie Bottom Cheesecake, and Mini Chocolate Pear Cakes are just the tip of the iceberg for them.
And of course, their Ooey Gooey Brownies that’re talimakan-approved. 😉
Location: Kuala Lumpur
Price: 6×6 inch (RM20), 7×7 inch (RM30), 8×8 inch (RM40)
Website: Luvvanilla_
7. Lovebiteskl
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If brownies had a sexy nickname, this would be it. Lovebiteskl bakes all sorts of desserts, from chocolate ganaches, Pandan Gula Melaka Squares and even Trownies, that’re apparently a combination of brownies and tarts.
They’ve got the basic Chocolate Fudge Brownie and also its cousins, with the addition of walnuts and hazelnuts too!
Location: Puchong
Price: 8×8 inch (from RM60), 10×10 inch (RM90)
Website: Lovebiteskl
8. Chewy Bakes
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Sometimes when we binge-watch baking videos online, we’d just get a sinful craving for a dense chocolate-y slice of brownie topped with caramel, sweets and more candy. And not just one square, but a whole cake to make you tingle with excitement.
We’re loving how sinfully delightful the cakes at Chewy Bakes look. Based in Subang Jaya, all their brownies come with chocolate chips on the inside and chocolate drizzles on the outside.
P.S.: Watch the founders’ customer reviews (on Instastories) for a dose of entertainment. Their conversations are endearingly hilarious.
Location: Subang
Price: 9 pieces Classic Brownies (RM32), Mixed Brownie (RM36), toppings start from RM3
Website: Chewy Bakes
9. Baked KL
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Gluten-free and vegan, their cakes are equally as delicious as your regular brownies. They’ve got 6 different types of brownies and blondies with different consistencies to choose from. I’ve had their Brown Cow Brownie and it was delightfully chewy out of the fridge.
Their Choc Stellar brownie is a chunky gooey fudgey gluten and nut-free brownie which sounds great too. If you’re mad about matcha, their Matcha heaven blondies could satisfy your matcha and brownie cravings all at once. 😉
P.S.: 10% of their total sales are donated to a cause each year. How’s that for feel-good brownies?
Location: Ampang
Price: 12 pieces Madagascar Brownie (RM59), 12 pieces Choc Stellar Brownie (RM75), 12 pieces Matcha heaven blondies (RM65)
Website: Baked KL
P.S.: Here’s where to look for a large assortment of cakes to be delivered to you. 😉
For a guilt-free treat
If you’ve recently felt really guilty on the amount of sugary drinks and treats you’ve consumed, here are healthier alternatives. Because brownies are forever. ❤
10. The Honest Treat
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Wrapped to-go, these decadent gluten-free and vegan squares are available at all La Juiceria Superfoods outlets. Made with buckwheat flour, these are healthier treats to have and the team usually includes one large whole dark chocolate chip that’s melt-in-the-mouth soft. Their naturally-coloured fruit-based raw cakes are also a great dessert alternative.
Price: RM4.90
Location: La Juiceria
Website: The Honest Treat
Tel: 018-368 1288
11. Kind Kones
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Not only do they serve up some creamy all-natural vegan ice cream, their sweet potato brownies are potentially one of the fudgiest you’ll ever have.
The naturally starchy consistency of sweet potatoes maintain the brownies’ moisture, making it soft and fudgey. It’s the perfect star in their Brownie Sundae (RM25.90).
Price: RM15.90 (brownie alone)
Hours: 10am-11pm, Daily
Address: Bangsar Village, 1 Mont Kiara, Empire Subang, MidValley, Plaza Damansara
Website: Kind Kones
Tel: 03-2011 5313
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Aussie FreakShake Brand, Pâtissez Opens Their 3rd M'sian Outlet In One Utama

Did you know that Pâtissez is actually a franchise hailing all the way from the land of the koalas? Yup, this FreakShake brand is originally from Australia and they are essentially a huge milkshake topped off with every type of topping imaginable. Whether you like it with Oreo, pretzels, whipped cream or even cake, you can order some of these flavours at Pâtissez.
There are currently 2 Malaysian outlets in Bangsar and Damansara Uptown. Their 3rd local branch was officially opened in January and it is located in One Utama.
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Among the flavours available include the Mint Condition and it is a chocolate mint shake topped off with mint chocolate semifreddo as well as a chocolate mint flavoured cookie.
There is also the Banofreak which is a smooth banoffee shake made with slow cooked toffee and oven roasted bananas. It is topped off with smotherings of banoffee and a crunchy collar of banana chips. Wash down the entire drink with some Butterscotch cream and toasted house made marshmallows.
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If you’re a chocolate freak, you would enjoy the Pretzella. It is a Nutella shake coated with Nutella around the rim of the cup and salty pretzels to balance out the sweetness. Without a doubt, Pretzella is truly a sinful drink but do you know what is even more sinful? The Muddy Pat 2.0. It is a warm fudgey chocolate shake with a chewy fudge brownie, whipped cream and marshmallows.
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Not all of Pâtissez’s dishes come in ginormous proportions though. If you have a (slightly) smaller appetite, you can opt for the Neatfreaks milkshake, which comes without the glorious toppings.
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Health freaks on the other hand can go for Pâtissez’s colourful freshly squeezed juice in flavours like orange, guava and dragonfruit. It gives a refreshing alternative to the sinful Freakshakes too.
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For some light snacks you can sample another one of Pâtissez’s must-tries: their artisan doughnuts. It comes in a variety of flavours and these scrumptious bites is good with a cup of coffee.
Pâtissez was created for giant appetites and sharing alike. Whether you’re a small eater and can only manage 1/4 of a freakshake or if you can stomach freakshakes and doughnuts in one sitting, there’s something to try here for everyone. Malaysians are known for their big appetite and their love for sweet meals, hence making this the perfect option to try out. Just make sure to go in with an empty stomach so you’ll have space to down an entire freakshake!
Pâtissez
Hours: 10am-10pm
Address: One Utama (Other outlets at Bangsar and Damansara Uptown)
Website: Pâtissez Malaysia
Feature Image Credit: Pâtissez Malaysia


What To Do This Week: Happening Events In Klang Valley From August 21-27

There are a ton of interesting events happening in KL everyday. Check these events out this coming week!
1. Leon Sapphire
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LEON SAPPHIRE is a bassist and singer-songwriter. He has performed alongside Akhyla’s Fong Shelhiel and has opened for Canadian producer Tennyson and will open for FKJ on the 17th of September. He will be performing at Gaslight this coming Wednesday and admissions cost RM20. This is inclusive of one free drink.
When: August 23, 9pm-11pm
Where: The Gaslight
Info: Leon Sapphire

2. Convo Fiesta TARUC 2017
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ARUC Food Science Society, in collaboration with the Student Representative Council (SRC) will be hosting a food carnival in occasion with the school’s Convocation. A wide variety of food, performances and exciting games and challenges will be waiting for you on those 3 days!
When: August 24-27, 8am-4pm
Where: TAR College
Info: Convo Fiesta TARUC 2017
3. Publika Jazz 2017
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Publika Jazz is acknowledged as the “largest FREE indoor and outdoor jazz festival in Malaysia” with over 100 musicians and has a strong reputation for showcasing many different genres of jazz from all eras performed by established artists as well as upcoming musicians. This year’s highlights include NewSound, Nazrin’s Trio, Travis Tan Experiment, Diandra Arjunaidi and Phunkmob.

When: August 25, 7pm-12am
Where: Publika Shopping Gallery
Info: Publika Jazz 2017
4. Honda Global Amity: Merdeka Food Fest
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Join the Honda Global Amity Merdeka Food Fest to celebrate Malaysia’s Independence Day this year! Besides test driving Honda cars, you’ll also be able to enjoy live band performances and participate in a best dressed competition. Best part of all? There’d be free food for everyone!
When: August 25, 6pm-10pm
Where: Honda Global Amity Malaysia
Info: Honda Global Amity: Merdeka Food Fest
5. Music at Ilham: Space Gambus Experiment
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Come catch the special performance by Space Gambus Experiment at ILHAM. Space Gambus Experiment is an open source musical project and performing group whose experimental sound-making centres around the gambus with its unique sound frequency and its strong cultural significance.
When: August 26, 3pm-6pm
Where: Ilham Gallery
Info: Music at Ilham: Space Gambus Experiment
6. That Guy That Did That Thing That Time (Photography Exhibition)
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Entering its fourth year, the Comic Art Festival Kuala Lumpur is a creator-focused event where independent and professional artists from various circles share and learn from each other. Thousands of artists, fans and comic enthusiasts gather to experience the various comic cultures of Malaysia with artist booths, art demonstrations by guest artists and forums by members of the industry.
When: August 26, 6pm-12am
Where: W_are_house
Info: That Guy That Did That Thing That Time (Photography Exhibition)


A charming set meal in a contemporary Japanese dining room in TTDI

By now, we’re pretty used to having little added touches with our food as they’re served—add on some misty effects with dry ice? Sure. Have pretty little decorations on the plate that will be drowned by an artistic pouring of sauce? Been there, done that.
Gesuto’s dinner menu comes with all these little flairs. Do they add much to the flavour of the food? Not really. But they do contribute to a feast for the eyes and look great on camera. It’s nice to have a little more effort to elevate the experience, and we do appreciate it.
With a Chef’s Selection set menu that rotates monthly, we tried the November edition when we were there. Here’s a breakdown of the courses and what we enjoyed.
ICHI
L-R: Chutoro sashimi no caviar, with aforementioned misty dry ice effect ; Gunkan no bafun uni
We’re both uni (sea urchin) fans, and the uni itself was creamy, super umami, and had a delightful seafood-y flood of flavour upon eating. It was an instant hit, so although the chutoro (medium fatty tuna) sashimi was tasty, soft and easy-to-eat, its flavours paled in comparison.
Also, if your chopstick skills aren’t great, we’d recommend for you to go the traditional route and just pick it up to eat with your hands, or suffer near-disasters of having them plunge onto the table (speaking from real-life experience).

NI
L-R: Seared angus filet ; Salmon trout roulade
Out of this pair, we had a firm favourite with the roulade, which had a citrusy zing and satisfying amounts of fish with the light kuri (squash) sauce flavouring it. The seared angus filet was tender, but lacked the refreshing lightness that the salmon had.
SAN
Pan-seared foie de canard
Although we were given 2 choices for the third course, both of us already knew we would regret it if we didn’t get the foie gras, and it was the right decision. Easily the best dish of the night from our extremely biased perspectives, the foie gras was perfectly cooked, absolutely melt-in-our mouths, and we would have happily foregone everything else for another few more servings of this alone.
In our delighted devouring, we did find the time to wonder about the foam, with a flavour we could not place—turns out it was beetroot.
GO (not a mistake, they did skip “SHI”/four)
L-R: Braised grass-fed beef cheek ; Robata grilled yellowtail amberjack
Robata (charcoal grilling) is actually one of Gesuto’s specialties, but sadly, the grilled yellowtail was very underwhelming for us. We felt that the meat was dry, underseasoned, and overcooked. It was quite disappointing, considering that the first 3 courses had all been hits, rather than misses.
The fried mushroom and roasted pumpkin sides did taste great, but as a main dish, we barely ate a few bites.
Side note: Gesuto’s staff were very helpful, and actually offered several times to replace the dish when we gave them the feedback. But at that point, we were almost full and decided that any new dishes would likely be wasted, so we declined.
The braised beef cheek though a different story, falling apart in its tenderness; no sharp knives were needed to dig in. The accompanying mash was also tasty, rich in flavour and spiced well.
After the main course, we approached our desserts with caution, but luckily, both were very worthy of being our final bites for the night.
ROKU
Orange madeleines
Matcha cheesecake
If you’re an extreme matcha fan, the cheesecake might not be kao or rich enough for you. In all other aspects, it was a well-done dish, but not a standout. The raspberry ganache on the side was very helpful as a tart accompaniment.
We did enjoy the orange madeleines with yuzu creme a lot more, it had all the elements to wrap up a heavy meal, with fresh fruits and a hazelnut crumble adding a fun textural element that all blended harmoniously on the plate and in our mouths. If we were choosing again, we’d likely just have gotten 2 servings of these instead.
It was RM228+ per pax for 5 courses in this set, but since their sets regularly change, it’s best to check their website for the most updated menu and pricing.
It was a dinner that we did enjoy on the whole, this was Sarah’s second visit here so that says a lot too. If you’re hankering for contemporary Japanese style cuisine, you can find them below:
Gesuto KL
Address: 24, Lorong Datuk Sulaiman 1, Taman Tun Dr Ismail, 60000 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur
Contact: +603-7732 8808  |  +60 12 773 2070
Website: https://www.gesutokl.com/


沙拉越美里不能错过的蓝眼泪奇观！浪漫唯美，惹人沉醉！

有听说过台湾马祖的蓝眼泪海滩吗？其实马来西亚也有超级无敌梦幻的蓝眼泪海滩哦！蓝眼泪是一种具有发光性质的海底微生物，它如沙子一般细小，所以英文也被称为blue sand。现在可以看到蓝眼泪的地方并不多，但是非常幸运的是，我们在马来西亚砂拉越美里的Tusan 海滩或霹雳外海的九屿岛就可以看到超级漂亮的蓝眼泪海滩喽！
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蓝眼泪是一种靠海水能量生存的生物，它们被海浪冲上岸后只能存活不超过100秒，随着生命的消逝，它们的光芒也逐渐失去。蓝眼泪很浪漫却也很短暂，这也让蓝眼泪海滩的唯美景色显得格外的珍贵。由于美里的Tusan海滩比砂拉越别的海滩更难达到，所以并没有很多人知道这个美里的小秘密。

从以上Tusan海滩的影片中，你可以看到海水在夜晚里闪闪发亮，仿佛成千上万的蓝色星星掉入了海里。随着海浪冲上海岸，一片沙滩顿时染上了一层梦幻的蓝光。

这个年终假期不妨和你心爱的人到美里去观赏唯美浪漫的蓝眼泪吧！
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