Chequers Restaurant in Taman Tun Dr Ismail, Kuala Lumpur is pretty well-known as a casual eatery serving American-style meals. The affordable meals work well with its clientele who troop in for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Some of their unique dishes like the Moo Moo, Double-Deck Croque Monsieur & Melting Moment are big hits in the KL waffle scene. Recently, Chequers expanded by taking up another floor upstairs to serve as a bakery cafe. Breads, pastries, cakes and donuts (both sweet … [Read more...]
JUAN VALDEZ CAFE @ The Intermark – indulge in Colombian coffee here!
Juan Valdez is actually a fictional character representing an association of coffee growers in Colombia. Only coffee beans that are grown and harvested in Colombia come under the National Federation of Coffee Growers of Colombia as depicted by Juan Valdez. The iconic Juan Valdez typically appears with his mule, Conchita carrying sacks of hand-harvested coffee beans. From this inspiration, the Juan Valdez Cafe was set up in Colombia specializing in coffee retail. From the first … [Read more...]
HILTON PHUKET ARCADIA RESORT & SPA: the Sun, Sea & Food!
The very first thing that struck me when I set foot on the Hilton Phuket Arcadia Resort & Spa was: What a big big resort this is! “Big” does not even start to describe this huge property sprawled in 75 acres of idyllic greenery facing the Andaman Sea. The gorgeous Karon Beach just across the resort The resort faces Karon Beach and a 45- minute drive from the airport. The grand main entrance of the resort The super spacious Main Lobby/Reception Surrounded by … [Read more...]
CRAB HUT @ CYBERJAYA: Getting your hands pleasurably dirty on SEAFOOD!
My family and I love crabs. Living in Malaysia, we are lucky to get fresh seafood all year round and for more exotic stuff, they are easily imported. Being fans of Crab Factory in Petaling Jaya, we did not hesitate to head to Cyberjaya when we heard that their Crab Hut has opened there. Located in Shaftsbury Square, Crab Hut has been like a godsend to all the seafood lovers in Cyberjaya ever since they opened their doors late last year. Crab Hut offers both live seafood and for the … [Read more...]
LE MERIDIEN KOTA KINABALU, SABAH
The Le Meridien in Kota Kinabalu commands a splendid spot. It’s right there on the waterfront, facing the South China Sea – what can be grander than that? This waterfront location also boasts of markets and eateries just across the road and if you are a visitor in Kota Kinabalu, there’s plenty to explore. But first, let’s check out the Le Meridien which I had the privilege of visiting recently. The hotel was just a short 15-minute drive from the airport. Driving up the sloped entrance, … [Read more...]
MEMORY MAKERS @ TRADERS HOTEL KUALA LUMPUR
“Memory Makers” have made their appearances in Traders Hotel Kuala Lumpur recently. What are they? They are a collection of new dishes specially created by the Traders Hotel’s culinary team, based on guests’ preferences and feedback over a period of time. It was truly a challenging test of skills and creativity for the culinary team. The task was pretty daunting – creating and fusing new dishes using new and nostalgic elements. Some dishes are refreshing new interpretations of old school … [Read more...]
IPOH’s “Kai Si Hor Fun” in RESTORAN GOODWILL, PUCHONG
When I was a kid, eating “kai si hor fun” was a treat. As far as I can remember, my father used to take us to the noodles stalls in Ipoh town for supper - it was either that famous stall under a tree along Cowan Street or at Lou Wong’s stall on Yau Tet Shin Street. Back then, Lou Wong was just a single stall, run by the two squabbling brothers. We hardly went to Thean Chun kopitiam in Ipoh Old Town because my father was never free to bring us there in the mornings. Anyway, fast forward many … [Read more...]
FAVOLA @ Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu, Sabah
During my recent trip to Kota Kinabalu, I had a chance to check out Favola at the Le Meridien. Freshly refurbished, the restaurant breathes warmth, modern charm and a certain rustic elegance in its ambience. It’s not a huge space, just comfortably cosy and can be as private as you want (there’s a nice private dining room in Favola too). Favola’s menu spells “modern and creative” Tuscany-style cuisine. With a wine list that boasts not less than 60 selections of Italian and … [Read more...]
Halal Seafood at KAYU MANIS, Bukit Jelutong
Tucked in the commercial centre of Bukit Jelutong, Kayu Manis Seafood Restaurant is one of the very few halal seafood restaurants in this area. Occupying a spacious corner lot, its unmistakable colourful purple-and-green interior can be glimpsed from the road in front. You can’t miss the vibrant colours of the restaurant! The bigger round tables are meant for larger dining groups while the square tables by the side cater to smaller groups. Live seafood are kept in tanks for diners to pick … [Read more...]
Fish Noodles @ WONG CHAU JUN RESTAURANT, PENANG
We needed a quick breakfast before heading back to KL and Wong Chau Jun popped into my mind. I’ve heard about their fish noodles and we were in the mood for something hot and soupy. Wong Chau Jun Restaurant, located along Rangoon Road is always busy but we were lucky that day as there were still a couple of tables available when we reached the place. It’s a typical local kopitiam with photos of their dishes all plastered on the walls. We ordered a bowl of their signature Spicy Sour … [Read more...]
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