Tuesday, December 5, 2017

A weekend getaway at Kampung Beserah



You are right. Kampung Beserah is where one of the Astro's Chinese New Year movie  五虎 was filmed.

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A1, Kampung Pantai, 26100 Kuantan
09-544 7290
https://g.co/kgs/sHWQvu
Source from Google

This is where the locals like to get their freshest dried seafood products from. This includes
-anchovies
-dried shrimps
-dried oysters
-dried scallops
-dried squid (in whole/strips)
-the famous kuantan salted fish 梅香咸鱼 (unfortunately none on display)

The classic freezer with all the goodies inside to preserve freshness.

The owner sorting out various sizes of anchovies in trays.

Assorted dried crackers for frying later.


Daddy Ryan bonding with baby Bing by the beach. We were lucky because at low tide, we could walk all the way down the gentle slope of the beach and let the waves carressed our feet.


Rows of fishing boats back bringing the best produce. There's a proper market to sell all these in the village instead of makeshift wet market in the past.
-loads of fish, squids, prawns, crabs

This is why I love kuantan. Being able to combine city living with plenty of chances to experience the nature, good food and kind people :)



Sunday, December 3, 2017

Cheap and good western food @ Uncle Don's PJ


When you see a huge crowd, you know that you have walked into the right restaurant. Uncle Don is located in the heart of the city of gourmet SS2. 

This is how homey the place looks.


Look at the menu and price list! Incredibly cheap. It's almost half of the usual price in this part of the world.

So what's the taste? I would say on par with most of its counterparts. This grilled pork chop is served with a generous portion. The outside grilled to slight charness but the inside is still juicy and just cooked.

The thin crust pizza is indeed cripsy with a generous amount of minced chicken and capsicums. Topped with wonderfully densed mozzarella, one just couldn't stop eating more.

The Buffalo wings are BBQed to perfection. Just caramelised skin but the meat is so tender and juicy. Dipped in their signature chilli sauce, it complements the chicken wings so well.

We really enjoyed the food at Uncle Don's. Also love how every guest is greeted once walked into the shop. Will definitely revisit.
Our verdict 8.5/10!


Uncle Don's
183, Jalan SS 2/24, SS 2, 47300 Petaling Jaya, Selangor
Open everyday 12PM–1AM



Friday, December 1, 2017

THE under the bridge ba kut teh @ Seng Huat Ba Kut Teh



Everyone knows about Seng Huat Ba Kut Teh (BKT). Even those who are not familiar with the name will also Google for it.

We haven't had the chance to stop by this place by quite some years actually. Since I had some errands to run in Klang, we woke up early for some real herbal pork soup goodness.

Look at the crowd and queue at 9am! No wonder there's no more BKT at lunch time.

This all where all these awesome food is being prepared. The constantly boiling soup instantly wakes up my appetite.

We were lucky to get a table almost straightaway though. Straight to business! Started with a hot pot of jasmine tea.

We had to share our table with another two lovely elderly ladies because there were just too many people waiting. After half an hour, the food finally arrived.

It's definitely up to the expectations! If you like herbal soup, this soup is definitely for you. And one can have as much as possible because it's not salty and not loaded with MSG. The pork is tender and juicy despite hours and hours of cooking. We ordered for femur and spare ribs because these are the less fatty parts.

I love how their tofu is like. Immersed in the same aromatic soup but not too overpowered by the soup. Similarly for the eggs. Vegetables just blanched to perfection.

All these only for RM48!
Therefore we rate it 9/10! Will surely visit again if we pass by klang.


Restoran Seng Huat Bak Kut Teh
No.9, Jalan Besar, 41000 KLANG
Selangor Daru Ehsan, Malaysia
Phone: 
012-309 8303 / 012-385 5154
open daily from: 7.30am - 12.30pm, 5.30pm - 8.30pm.
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Thursday, November 30, 2017

Brunch with friends @Zen&co Kepong



After a thrilling round of Virtual Reality experience, we were looking for something to fill our stomach. Zen & co looks very cosy from the outside and is great for friends to hang out.


Great cafe ambience. The place was quite packed at 12pm. We were only after something light.


There's a wide variety of Japanese and Asian food available.


It's not easy to find good matcha latte. The latte here is a great combination of milk and matcha, none too overpowering. And look at the presentation! Look so tempting.

The other interesting beverage is their iced cappuccino. A child serving of espresso is served with espresso ice cubes. Pour over chocolate syrup then cold milk. One has to enjoy the drink slowly, waiting for the ice to melt. Very strong and aromatic coffee.

Creamy salmon pasta. Fresh salmon sashimi curled into a lovely rose. The sauce is thick. The blanched Edamame beans go very well with the spaghetti.

Salmon hand roll

Assorted sushis

Price wise is average.
Our verdict 8/10!
Will definitely be back :)


Tuesday, November 28, 2017

Fun in the maze featuring Lost in Chinatown KL


You may think I'm joking when I tell you there's a maze right at Petaling Street. Afterall, it's in the midst of the hustle bustle of the metropolitan. Not only is the flea market and food famous here, now we can also enjoy a fun afternoon at Lost in Chinatown!

The must take photo corner with Bruce Lee wax figure.

This 30 minutes walk brings us through the past of Chinatown-the people and culture. Not just Petaling street, but also Chinatown in various parts of Malaysia, including the famous Jonker walk in Malacca.

The top 40 Chinatowns in the world. I have only been to 6 of them? Time to start traveling again!

The various faces of Chinatown. Canvas painting recorded these precious moments into eternity.

This wall is definitely one of my favorite part of the gallery! Because it showcases Malaysian food culture.


Take a photo with the old fashioned bicycle to become part of the history.

So, Malaysian doesn't just add lah to the end of the sentences. Pick up these lines to show that you are truly Malaysians!

One can also take up the challenge to find the designated 4 out of hundreds of celebrity poparts. I got almost cross-eyed trying to solve the mission!

A mandatory family photo with daddy pulling the trishaw.
They also exhibit various other famous Malaysian tourist attractions, as well as traditional Chinese artpiece such as paper cutting art.

At only RM15 per person, this gallery brings some family fun! Be it chasing after your young ones in the maze or spotting familiar spots of the Chinatown on the canvas. Also an escapade from the busy market on the street.

Sky is the limit featuring Between the city and stars



The largest light and LED art festival is in town! Light box Sungai Buloh will be holding this awesome event from 24 Nov 17 to 1 Jan 18. No matter you are an art lover, or just someone who loves the lit up extravaganza, Light box has something to offer- It is a family friendly event space great for exhibition and festivals.


VL, hubby, baby Bing and I had the exclusive opportunity to attend their launching event.

Never forget to snap a few insta worthy photos before the event started!

Posing with the helium balloons before baby Bing decided to run away with a few of them.

Cute inflatable polar bear :)

Melodious songbird accompanied us while waiting for the ceremony to start. 

The event was officiated by litting the symbolic LED light box.

Charismatic LED drummers kicked off the festival.

 



Before the event tour, all these yummylicious refreshment awaits! From pasta, mini lamb chop, sushi in a cup to dessert and fruits; it's more than the finger food promised.

The much awaited event tour! Even though it was raining earlier in the evening, it did not affect our experience at all.

The indoor tour

We were led to dream in Dreamscape.

Dazed by the number of smiley faces :)

Playing hide and seek in the midst of so many LED light balls.

We are happily floating in the galaxy.

There are also plenty of spaces dedicated for art piece display.
Baby Bing trying to unruffle the leaves surrounding the Light Box.

The outdoor tour is even more exciting.

City Gazing is a LED art inspired by the KL city map. Looks mesmerizing at whichever angle .

The Brick Lane is a public disco space for everyone with the hottest songs from the billboard. Get your dance moves ready!

Etch an everlasting memory with your beloved at the secret rendezvous using a love lock. You don't have to go to Venice to do it anymore! We were lucky to be the first few to do this in Malaysia!

Or simply savor the romantic evening in a giant LED swing. It's big enough to fit two person and very snuggly.

There are plenty of free parking spaces on site or if you feel like trying out the new MRT, you can alight at Sungai Buloh station and walk for about 15 minutes. 

Be it rain or shine, the Light Box has something to offer. These displays has definitely showcase creativity. Come and experience this yourself :) 

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