Vlog: My trip to Nagoya

October 14, 2014, 11:04 pm

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Hey guys!! If you are following me on Instagram or Twitter,  you would have surely known that I just got back from a short trip to Nagoya, Japan! Throughout the trip, I took tons of photos and I can't wait to share them with all of you. They will be published very soon in my upcoming blogpost BUT in the meantime, feel free to check out my short vlog in my YouTube channel!!

Oh, before you start watching, please allow me to apologise for the quality of the video (my hands were shaky and the frames were shifting a bit too quickly...) but I have an explanation for it!

I was snapping in and out of discomfort almost everyday there and my body condition tossed me out of the mood to really take in every beautiful moment in Japan. With the remaining bit of patience I have left I tried to still take a vlog anyway, and I really hope you will enjoy it haha!!

Here you go:

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3-day robbery in JAPAN

October 17, 2014, 1:45 am

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Well, by the title, of course I didn't literally rob Japan. But I just felt that I took home too many good stuffs and it can almost be aptly considered a robbery HAHAHAH.

Alright, disclaimers first. Yeap, as you may already know, I made a short video on a haul back in Japan - but WAIT. Before watching the video, here are something you need to first understand:

1.

The intention of the video is not to brag or anything of such sort.

It was purely to share my joy of shopping and anyway, the things I bought aren't really brag-worthy lol.

2.

I was not sponsored of an amount to do the shopping (and this video). It was all out of my own pocket, and my passion in sharing. 

Okay you may proceed to watching the video now hehe :D 

There is a culture in Japan so special that I must share with all of you.

 In any store, you can be sure that you will be treated like kings and queens - the sales assistants are so enthusiastic and polite! You will feel no such thing as "pressure" standing before the entrance of the outlet of any brand - be it big brands or indie - you are always welcomed in with the warmest greetings.

Even if you buy NOTHING in the end, you will still be whole-heartedly thanked and bode farewell to! The assistance provided is impeccable and their energy never seems to take a dip: there is simply NOTHING you can complain about their service!

Well oh well. Japan is definitely by far one of my favourite places in the world.

So here are some of the things that I got from Nagoya:

NARS 

LADUREE COSMETICS 

 

PAUL & JOE 

YSL 

YSL & ETTU SAIS 

SOUVENIRS 


Oh wait, you're actually still reading?? Watch my video now la hahahah!!

Jam & Kaya Cafe, PJ Palms Sports Center

October 19, 2014, 7:44 am

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Hey all!! How's everyone doing today?

This morning, mummy and I had a lovely brunch in Jam & Kaya Cafe, which is located in PJ Palms Sports Center. To be honest, I wouldn't have noticed / known about this cafe without Instagram! I've seen so many people uploading pictures of their food on Instagram and it makes me wonder what's so special about this cafe. Hence, I decided to make a trip down to this cafe with mummy!

Um, it's not easy to locate this cafe. It's in the sports centre, right beside the swimming pool for kids!

I was pleasantly surprised by the selections of the food they serve! I wanted to order the Australian Big Breakfast, but as I flipped on the menu, I see PANCAKES!! Already, I found myself flickering in the ecstasy of munching down a plateful of fluffy, warm pancakes...ALL BY MYSELF.

Spaghetti Carbonara 
I always appreciate a plate of Carbonara that is not too creamy and this is the one!

Jam & Kaya Pancakes 
It looks good...and it tastes awesome! Never thought that jam and kaya can taste so well with fluffy pancakes and fruits!!! Thumbs up for this!

My face after having the pancakes hahahhahahaa! 

Trying to be artistic lol.

 

Outfit details:

Dress from Mgplabel 

Shoes from happy2ucc 

Bag from happy2ucc 

Watch from Daniel Wellington 

Leave me a comment and tell me WHICH CAFE you would recommend me to visit!! :P 

10 things you should do when you wake up

August 2, 2014, 3:07 am

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Have you ever tried waking up feeling so annoyed, as if anything and anyone around you can just piss you off for no legitimate reason? 

And it just feels like everything you do on that particular day is not going to work. You just wanna shut yourself in your room and avoid any interaction with the world outside. You just can't deny the existence of an urge to release your stress and to vent your anger. You just can't help but feel so helpless and you keep finding fault with others or yourself. 

That feeling - sucks. 

I believe that everyone has been through this emotional stage before, including myself. It's fine, you know. It's completely normal to feel like that once in a while because we all are so cooped up with our daily stress that sometimes, we just can't properly deal with it. 

However, we should never allow such negative feelings linger within us for the rest of our life (not even for the rest of the day) because if we do, in an instant our lives would become times harder than before.

Stay away from negativity - it is your toxic friend.  

To be able to inhale the "air of positivity" every day, here are some things that you should remind yourself to do when you wake up: 

1) Have breakfast

Picture credits to BluePurpleTattoo 

One should NEVER skip breakfast, because it's the most important meal which kicks start your day. Besides helping you to not starve and live the day like a walking dead, a good breakfast pumps you with enough energy and strength to have you ready for all kinds of tasks. Make yourself a healthy and wholesome dish at home, or simply visit your favourite cafe for a hearty breakfast you deserve. 

As for me, I love indulging in the sheer pleasure of making my own breakfast! I would usually make some toasts with half-boiled eggs, or maybe a fruit yoghurt with milk (recipe HERE!) Cereals with milk, and oatmeal with mueslis and fruits are also some of the great options too! :)

2) Organise your room 

 

Photo credits to Tumblr. 

I don't know about you, but I absolutely detest messy rooms! It ruins my mood when I see stationeries scattered all over my table and unfolded clothes laying everywhere in my room. 

Clean and organised rooms always make me happy! So I make it a point to always make my bed and clean my room right after brushing my teeth.

3) Remind yourself that things will get better today 

To stay away from negativity, you must, of course, fill yourself with positivity! One of the ways to find inner-peace is by reminding yourself that in time, things are going to get a lot better. All you have to do is to keep your head up and believe in it, sometimes it can be just that simple. Yeah, it usually takes some time for wounds to heal and for feelings to regulate; but trust me, it won't rain forever. You know the storm that you have been through will grant you a beautiful bow of rainbow. Just remember: never give up hope. 

4) Listen to your favourite song 

 

Picture credits to Michelle

Listening to your favourite songs will easily make your day. Won't you feel naturally happy when the radio happens to play one of your all-time favourite songs? Music is actually one of the best tools to help us to release stress, relieve depression, reduce anxiety and elevate our mood! 

5) Stay focused 

Many people find it hard to stay focused, and they blame it on the myriad of distractions in life. They always believe that there is a lot of time before the due dates, and thus they procrastinate. It's very important to avoid that, and it is just as important to have it done in the morning. Set a goal for yourself before you even leave the bed. Make a to-do list and jot down the things that you must complete today. Besides, never give yourself excuses to carry forward today's tasks to the following day - because if you do, you'll never be able to complete anything. Don't rush, take things one at a time, step by step. 

6) Learn from your mistakes 

Picture credits to Zineinfo 

Nobody can ever live their life without making ANY mistakes. The worst mistake people can make is to never admit making mistakes. Yes, the past is already the past, but you should always learn from your past. Never be afraid to own up for a mistake, and make sure you always learn from it. When you make mistakes, don't get busy denying them and push the blame to others. Instead, recall and reflect. In fact, the moment you take the responsibility upon yourself, it actually is the moment you start learning something new in your life. Growth and self-development all begin when you start to recognise your own mistakes. And always remind yourself that the only person you should be better than is the person you were yesterday. 

7) Offer a solution, stop complaining 

 

It's very, very important to keep a positive mood every morning. Not only will negative emotions affect yourself, it will also affect the people around you as well. Avoid throwing a tantrum to anyone in the morning because it just might have the "victim's" mood and emotion ruined for the rest of the day! Always remind yourself to SMILE and greet everyone when you wake up because nobody fancies seeing a bitter face in the early morning! When something is not going your way, think and try to find a way around it, instead of sighing and complaining. Complaining about things never made any situation better, we all know that very well.

8) Communicate 

A lot of us tend to have our eyes glued to our smartphones when we are having breakfast with our family in the morning. Nope, the modern technology nowadays is not to be blamed, because technology itself never once taught us to remain engrossed with our devices when it is mealtime. Put your phone away from the dining table. Spend some quality time with your family and start conversations with them! Communication helps to strengthen the family bond, intensify the love between each other and instill positive vibes in you. 

9) Remind yourself to appreciate 

 

The moment you stop complaining and start appreciating is actually the moment when happiness comes to you. Appreciate whatever life has given to you. Never take things for granted. Tell your greedy heart to be grateful for everything in life. A lot of people tend to forget to appreciate the little things in life and they keep wanting for more to satiate their endless crave. Look at those kids living in the third-world countries, thriving on inadequate food and water supply, lacking in education, welfare not taken care of. Do they have the Internet to keep them entertained like we do? NO. Do they have a choice of the kind of meal they prefer? NO. Do they have the chance to go to school and get educated like us? NO. 

If you are to say that your life sucks only because you can't get the things you want, think again. 

10) Learn to forgive

 

Start your every day with a forgiving heart. Learn how to forgive others, and also yourself. Holding grudges makes us unhappy and vengeful. It makes us feel like we are encaged in a prison of anger and hurt, and the beauty of life just seems to be locked away in another dimension, far from where our hearts can see. Forgiving those who have hurt you doesn't necessarily mean that you are admitting that it's okay for people to hurt you. Forgiveness is all about letting go of your grudges and pain, and allowing yourself to move on to a better and happier place, where you can ultimately find peace. 

A lovely morning doesn't just fall into your lap naturally - it is created consciously BY YOURSELF. You have the choice to paint your mornings a bright, cheery yellowor a dull, gloomy grey. You don't have to practice all the things at once, but you can start implementing them in your life one by one. 

Good luck and enjoy your day! ♥

Experimenting with CANMAKE Juicy Pure Eyes

October 22, 2014, 7:19 am

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Whenever it comes to makeup, I tend to always stay within the walls of a fortress which I name "My Own Comfort Zone". I mean, I always try to keep my makeup minimal: maybe a thin layer of makeup base, some concealer to hide my dark circles away, a tinge of pink blusher and lipstick, and I'm good to go.

Very often, I prefer to leave my eyes "untouched"... I always skip doing makeup for my eyes, simply because I have monolids. Girls who have monolids, like me, will definitely understand the predicaments when it comes to applying eyeshadows. Well, unless you have the techniques of a pro.

Sometimes when I watch makeup tutorials, I always fawn over eyes with enigmatically attractive double eye-lids, and prominent creases. Whenever they say "Apply this colour to your crease to intensify the look...", I could only sigh in frustration - I can't seem to find noticeable creases around my eyes. I can still remember my first attempt of applying eyeshadows after feeling inspired by a makeup tutorial on Youtube. Needless to say, everything failed miserably and I ended up looking like a person who gets hit on my eyes lolol. How embarrassed.

So that explains why you always see me in minimal makeup.
I just didn't want to look like an utter mess!

However, as I started to watch more and more makeup tutorials, I have come to realise that the whole point of watching makeup tutorials isn't about learning to make myself look like someone I'm not. It's all about getting inspired and applying the right techniques which suit our distinctive facial features. Everyone has different features, everyone knows that; but the priority isn't about knowing "how to put on make up".

Instead, it is much more important to know what's the best for ourselves.

Applying makeup isn't only about following the hard rules - it's all about being confident and feeling comfortable with how you are "dressing up your face". If the outcome of applying certain makeup techniques doesn't make you feel good, never be afraid of wiping it all off and trying another approach!

Recently, I've been experimenting with the eyeshadow palettes from CANMAKE! (hahaha I know I'm somewhat late to the makeup game...but hey, it's better late than never, right?) I'm not a professional, but as usual, I just feel like sharing my experience with you all! :)

If you don't already know, CANMAKE has recently launched a new collection of makeup, and within the range I have the most love for The Juicy Pure Eyes (eyeshadows) collection, which comes in 4 different palettes. Each palette carries 3 different tones too! Awesome :p

 Here, I'm using the 04 Sweet Beige palette. 

First, sweep A over your upper eye area, all the way to your brow bone. Then, gently pat B from the midpoint to the inner corner of your eyes (lower). Finally, using a crease brush, apply C on the outer corners of your eyes (upper) and blend inwards. Of course, don't forget to line your eyes with a gel liner and apply mascara!!

SELFIE TIME!!

Ok la, I know, the eyeliner is a little too harsh here hahahah.

hehehehe makeup all done by myself! I know it certainly isn't perfect, but I'll keep practicing! ;)

Makeup products used: 
CANMAKE Perfect Serum BB Cream
CANMAKE Juicy Pure Eyes 04 Sweet Beige
CANMAKE Perfect Black Eyeliner
CANMAKE Gokunobi Mascara
CANMAKE Cream Cheek
CANMAKE Stay On Balm Rouge

 

♥ 

Sunsilk Perfect Straight Media Launch

October 22, 2014, 9:00 pm

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What: Sunsilk Perfect Straight Media Launch

When: 23.09.2014

Where: Aloft K.L 

Hey all!! You would have probably known that I was in the Sunsilk Perfect Straight media launch this afternoon if you've been following me on Instagram!

(Follow me now if you haven't already hehehehe :P)

So I was invited by Nuffnang and Sunsilk to attend their new product launch which was held in Aloft KL. The event was a blast and that's why I'm here to tell you how much fun I had during the event! :D

This is definitely the "tourist destination" where everybody stopped by to take a picture hahah!

We were all supposed to dress in purple because the dress code said so. It suddenly just dawns on me that the amount of garments I had in purple is just.....miserable. While rummaging through my wardrobe, I found this little daisy dress in lilac and I thought it would be a perfect dress for the event. So I put it on and paired it with a pair of boots, also not forgetting my statement necklace from Katiez Accessories which spiced up the entire outfit! ;)

With Emma ♥
We've followed each other on Instagram for quite a long time but this is the first time we finally met each other in person. She's drop dead gorgeous!


I really love the setting of the event! Everything was in purple and it renders a very classy feeling haha! 

Co-created with acclaimed straight-hair expert Yuko Yamashita, Sunsilk Perfect Straight has Straight Lock Technology^TM which keeps hair beautifully straight and aligned as it dries! A product you really should consider of bringing home.

For most girls, there is always that ‘magic moment’ between wet and dry hair when it looks perfectly straight. However, as the hair starts to dry, it often becomes frizzy and out of shape. Sunsilk Perfect Straight can easily save your day!! Surely and promisingly, it locks in the straightness in each strand of your hair, allowing them to stay straight as it dries! 

From the left: Sazzy Falak, Ashlee Ng (Personal Care Director of Unilever (Malaysia) Holdings Sdn. Bhd.),  Phoenix Ho, Brand Manager of Sunsilk, John Goh, Research and Development Deploy Manager,  Xandria Ooi (producer and TV host), Hannah Tan (Model and emcee) and Deborah Henry share the excitement as Sunsilk proudly unveiled the new Sunsilk Perfect Straight for beautifully straight and aligned hair in just one wash.

Sunsilk introduced Perfect Straight with a mini-play to bring to life the proposition of achieving straight hair with just one wash!

The play was really entertaining and the dance performance was great too!

John Goh,Research & Development Deploy Manager accompanied by a hairstylist, showing the difference that Sunsilk Perfect Straight makes during a live demonstration at the launch. 

Hahahah if hair shampoo and conditioner come in life-sized bottles, I guess I will never have to buy them anymore in my entire life lolol.

Group picture! ♥

From the left: Juwei, Nana, Daphne, Cherrie, Jane, me and Tziaaa!

With my hottie manager, Mel and Tziaaa! 

With the gorgeous Juwei!

Some delicious refreshments served after the show! 

Playing around with the Sunsilk kiosk! 

 

Big thanks to Sunsilk for the amazing gift!

Embrace your beautifully straight hair, only with Sunsilk Perfect Straight. ♥

From 17 September 2014 to 28 October 2014, Sunsilk is calling out all the girls to take up the ‘Sunsilk Beautifully Straight Challenge’ for a chance to win prizes worth up to RM10,000!! 

To participate, follow these steps: 

1. Visit Sunsilk Malaysia’s Facebook page (www.facebook.com/SunsilkMalaysia) and click on the Sunsilk Perfect Straight app. 

2. Draw as many straight lines as you can within 30 seconds. 

3. Write the most creative slogan about Sunsilk Perfect Straight. 

 Every week, 10 lucky winners with the top scores and most creative slogans will each receive RM100 cash vouchers and Sunsilk products. The grand prize winner will enjoy a one night’s stay for two at the Grand Hyatt Kuala Lumpur, RM300 shopping vouchers and also Sunsilk products! 

For more information and updates on Sunsilk, stay tuned to www.facebook.com/SunsilkMalaysia.

Fashion tips for the petite!

October 24, 2014, 7:33 am

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hey all! Here are some pictures from my recent video shoot. Just in case you didn't already know, there's a new video on my Youtube channel! This time around, I'm sharing some styling tips with all the petite ones out there who want to look taller and leaner! Six outfits have been featured in my video and I really hope you guys can get some inspirations from the outfits! 

What kinds of garments would I recommend for a petite figure?

1) Everything high-waisted!!

High-waisted shorts, high-waisted jeans, high-waisted skirts. They should be on a higher waistline than our natural waistline. It's all about creating an illusion of having longer legs! 

2) Wear creepers / platforms / boots if you are not a fan of high heels

Chunky boots are definitely my favourite! 

3) Cropped tops / cropped sweaters...especially with high-waisted jeans and boots. Oh god, sounds delicious! :P 

4) Midi skirts

Surprise? Surprise! A-line midi skirts can be super flattering on petite girls because they elongate your frame and make you look leaner. 

5) Wear pants / skirts with vertical lines
Vertical lines are known to have a slimming effect to us, so wearing pants or skirts with vertical lines will definitely make us look taller!

6) Watch my video to know more! :P 

Don't forget to subscribe to my channel if you wanna watch more videos from me!
(I guess I will be quite active in making videos so....you know what to do hehehe)

For those who have already subscribed, thank you so much, you have no idea how much it means to me!

For those who haven't already subscribed...
Subscribe now? lolol

Hop Hop Cafe, SS18

October 26, 2014, 7:18 am

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Hey bunnies!! Guess what? I visited the REAL bunnies with Stella and Jieyi today! As you can see from the title of this post, I'm going to blog about Hop Hop Cafe, which is a heaven for pet lovers, especially those who have an obsession with rabbits!! 

I got to know this cafe from reading blog reviews (I love reading food reviews a lot, so if you own a foodie blog, feel free to leave me your blog link in the comment box and I'll definitely check it out!). I was so excited to know that besides serving food and beverages at reasonable prices, Hop Hop Cafe also allows pet lovers (especially those who love rabbits) to mingle around with the rabbits in the cafe. 

Ok, the idea of eating and playing with furry rabbits MIGHT sound a bit unhygienic, I know. However, you shouldn't be worrying about this problem at all because the playground for you to play with the rabbits is separated from the dining place. 

Also, the people there are pretty strict that they insist the visitors to clean their hands with the hand sanitiser first before they can enter the rabbits' playground and play with the rabbits. Besides, they also teach us how to hold the rabbits in a proper way so that we don't hurt the little adorable creatures. 

Jieyi's Cheese Baked Risotto. When the dish came, I took a small bite. It was flavourful and the risotto was so soft and creamy!

Spaghetti Aglio Olio with seafood. It was delicious and the portion was quite big actually! I think the amount of seafood they put in was a bit disappointing though.

Stella's Spaghetti con Funghi. It tasted kinda like Spaghetti Carbonara but it wasn't as creamy as the carbonara. Again, they serve quite a generous portion and Stella couldn't finish it hahahah. (Maybe she isn't a glutton like me lolol)

OH HI LITTLE CUTE FLUFFY BUNNY!!!! 

We had quite a fun time playing around and taking pictures with the bunnies. However, we got pretty antsy afterwards as the bunnies keep hiding away from us lolol. Well, you just gotta have some patience because sometimes the bunnies can get quite moody and sleepy lolol. 

Group pic with the girls! 

Stella ♥ 

Jieyi ♥

Hop Hop Cafe 

7, Jalan SS18/6, Subang Jaya, Selangor. 

Besides, Hop Hop Cafe is a pet-friendly restaurant so feel free to bring your pets here!! ♥ 

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Bling Your Brows with Benefit Cosmetics!

October 31, 2014, 9:14 am

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I couldn't believe it's already the end of October now! It seems like it was only yesterday that I stepped into college, and now here I am, pursuing my degree for the first year in Taylor's. I just couldn't believe that 2014 is slowly coming to an end, giving its way to a brand new year...

But well, let's not sound too depressed here! I believe most of you have been anticipating the arrival of November or December because it's the perfect time for you to glam up and celebrate Halloween, receive presents for Christmas, go for crazy countdown-parties, etc! Speaking of holidays, I really can't wait for the upcoming holidays already. I have been longing for the good ol' fun in experimenting with new makeup techniques for different occasions! 

Anyway, I was invited by Benefit Cosmetics to attend a product launch just a few days ago. And guess what? They have released the perfect weapon to get you glammed up for this upcoming holiday season!!

That being said, what else should you do other than "READING ON"?!! *lololol* 

The decorations (of whatever that has to do with Benefit Cosmetics) never fail to make me go "aww"! 

Now you get a hint on what the new product is going to be about. ;) 

A round applause for these new-born babies: The Bling Brow Kit! (Available in 2 combinations: rose gold and crystal, rose gold and greige.) Wanna carry beauty with you? This limited edition Bling Brow Kit comes with everything you need to become the queen of any scene! 

Containing 52 self-adhesive Swarovski crystals, mini-tweezer and a manual, this Bling Brow kit is definitely going to give your brows the royal treatment you have never experienced before! 

Hehehe wearing a tiara makes me feel like a princess!


Tagged Stella along with me to the event! :P 

 Did you notice something sparkling on her brows?! Yup, those are the Swarovski crystals from the Bling Brow Kit!! 

A live demonstration on how to "bling" your brows - all at an instant! 

This is called the Over-the-top Bling, which I really adore!!! 

Alright, so it's time for us to glam up ourselves!! BLING IT ON! *get it? get it?*

A tips-and-tricks guideline on how to bejewel your brows! Basically, there are three recommended ways but of course, you can let your imagination run free and create something different and completely your own!! 

I love how adhesive the Swarovski crystals are, and it's amazing how easy it is to stick them on!!! And the best thing is, THEY ARE REUSABLE!

With the princesses, Paige and Stella!

We're absolutely in love with our bling-ed brows and I really think it's super eye-catching and adorable!

The limited edition Bling Brow Kit will be available in all Benefit Boutiques from November 1st, at the price of rm105/kit! Besides, Benefit Brow Bars and Boutiques around the world are also offering the Bling Brow service - no fuss in adding an irresistible spark to your brows on your own! Just head over to the nearest Benefit Boutique and get your brows bling-ed this holiday season!

Don't forget to follow Benefit Cosmetics Malaysia's official Instagram for the latest updates! ♥ 

Mr. & Ms. Cafe, Oasis Ara Damansara

November 5, 2014, 1:02 am

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One splendid afternoon during a 4-hour class break, my babes suggested that we should try something new for lunch. And hence, ...

Here we are, Mr. & Ms. !!

Setting foot into the restaurant, we were greeted by the very polite staffs and although I can't say that it "feels very much like home", I feel very welcomed and warm...

And ready to NOM!

PROPS. Oh yes, props! On every table, various cute-looking props lie around, waiting for you to take countless of selfies with them before the food gets served! Such a thoughtful preparation to keep the customers occupied, ichiban! 

Unleashing the girly girls in us, we took so many shots that I had totally lost my count wtf.

Look at my fat dough face lolol 

"One Pan Fix"

Button mushroom, baby tomatoes, roasted potatoes, poached eggs, vegetables.

Truly living up to its name, there is everything you wish for in an wholesome brunch - all fixed in a pan. I personally feel that it can use a bit more saltiness, but otherwise it's all good! Worth a try if you have no idea what to order on your first visit :D

Taking a photo of my friend taking a photo of a cup of coffee.

Cappuccino.

Earl Grey Tea. Guess who ordered it? LOL

(duhhhhhhhhhh..!)

Okay the props aren't "lying" on the table. They were standing. My bad.

Well, the numbers are of standard cafe pricing.

 The price is actually worth it!

Considering...

the comfortable environment: squeaky clean, not even half a fly spotted, comfortably air-conditioned

the service: polite staff, responsive waiters

and the food: pretty delicious and satisfying, adequate portion, filling, bottomless tea (refillable!)

MR. AND MS. 
B-G-3A, BLOCK B,
OASIS SQUARE,
JALAN PJU 1A/7 ARA DAMANSARA 47301 Petaling,
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.

Business hours:
Tue - Fri: 10:00 - 18:00
Sat - Sun: 09:00 - 17:00

Not the most affordable of cafes, but definitely one of the "should-visits" if you enjoy trying something new! I am going to pay them a second visit to try their desserts out, so stay tuned for the upcoming review! :p

Jessica Goes to Nagoya, JAPAN!

November 5, 2014, 8:00 pm

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Good day folks! I'm finally updating my blog about my TRIP TO JAPAN!! I know you guys have been expecting this post since forever; sorry for the long wait! I'm gonna keep it simple and sweet, just so you may refer to this post for a preset itinerary: so feel free to come back here anytime you're planning to visit Nagoya, Japan!! :D 

 I've always wanted to visit Japan and never would I thought that my dream would be coming true right this year!! A million thanks to Nuffnang and the Japan Tourism Organisation for unraveling the paths to one of my biggest dreams!!! You have no idea how freaking stoked I was the moment I received the invitation. C'mon, it's JAPAN, my dream country!!

Ok, excuse me while I calm myself down, BRB. 

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Ok, back. 

So this was my first time visiting Japan and my mum tagged along! It was a 4D3N trip and I was actually planning to extend my trip... but reality hit me hard in my face (oh so harsh~) and I got to give in to the fact that I shouldn't skip too many classes and leave my work undone! T___T Although my getaway to Japan this time was rather short, I enjoyed every single bit of it and nothing like regret was left behind!! 

10.10.2014 

We travelled to Nagoya by Airasia. The price for the return economy flight tickets is around RM766, which I think is relatively pretty afforda!!


After 7 hours of flight, we finally reached our destination!!!


First impression when I landed in Nagoya:
It's super CLEAN EVERYWHERE, especially the TOILET.
No foul odour. No puddles. No discomfort to any of the 5 senses.
I wonder when can Malaysians start maintaining cleanliness like the Japanese? :/

 

There is this information counter in Chubu Airport so if you need any brochures or assistance, feel free to come over to this place!! 

 

Baggage delivery service is provided (limited area only but still cool), whereby you can leave your baggage with them and they will send them to your hotel - while you can already hop right into your adventure in exploring Japan!!

If that isn't hospitality, I really don't know what is.

Then we met up with the fellow bloggers from Taiwan, Hong Kong and also the friendly hosts from the Japan Tourism Organisation. I felt super lucky to be there, and I think it is such a great honour to be invited as one of the blogger representatives from Malaysia!!


After a short briefing, we bought the Meitetsu train ticket which sends us directly to Nagoya from the airport within 20 minutes! (Either call Japan super small, or super efficient. I'd say the latter.) This ticket can be bought in the subway station (attached to the airport) and it costs about RM27.


The transportation in Japan is really convenient. You can practically travel to anywhere you want in Nagoya with the subway - no other form of transportation needed!


Right after we reached Nagoya station, we took the cab to our temporary home -
 RICHMOND HOTEL!


Our room is relatively small but don't worry, it's super clean and well-furnished! The rate for a three-night-stay is about 18,000 yen (about RM558).
*Was it just me, or do you wanna hop onto the bed at first sight too?*


After settling everything in the hotel, we were all invited to have a dinner together in a restaurant within a stone's throw.
*Happily trotting across the Japanese streets~*
*Insert 'horse galloping' sound effect*

We got to try so many different kinds of famous dishes in Nagoya, i.e. The Cochin chicken wings, the Hitsumabushi (Eel rice) and a plethora of other palatable Japanese food such as Sashimi, Wagyu beef, scallops, sushi, etc!!

Everything couldn't have tasted any better. Shall I be dining alone with mummy, I would have licked all ten of my fingers.

Halfway back to our hotel after dinner, we stumbled upon this super huge drugstore nearby our hotel. You can find almost EVERYTHING you can imagine here as they boast a wide range of cosmetics, food, beverages, personal items and, since it's a drugstore, medicine!

I forgot to bring my makeup remover but fret not, I was saved by a few packers of BIFESTA MAKEUP WIPES bought from this drugstore!! 

I was totally spoilt for choice by the products stacking high everywhere around me! I think I can already shop for a good few hours in the drugstore hahaha!

11.10.2014 
Osukannon, JR Takashimaya and Midland Square 

Nagoya is a such a beautiful city. Not only that the people are friendly, even the weather is perfect. Everything just feels so great. To be honest, waking up every day to calm blue skies with a warm sunshine is better than any medicine.

Come on, can anyone reject waking up in an atmosphere so soothing that it wakes your happy mood with you?

Contrary to the quick pace in K.L, Nagoya takes a downshift of gears to a slow and steady cruise in a breezy park. I was totally d.i.g.g.i.n.g it. 

 
Mum and I decided to visit Osukannon today!We bought a pair of ONE-DAY passes (600yen for one) in the subway station, which grant us unlimited rides for that particular day.

In case you're interested to learn more about the tickets, you may visit THIS website!!


Getting around in Nagoya couldn't be any easier with the convenience of their subway! Spend a few minutes to understand the map of the subway routes, aaaand you are good to go!

Here's a clearer version of the subway line map for your reference: MAP


Osukannon station is just one stop away from the Fushimi station (where our hotel is located!)

Alighting then coming back to the surface, we couldn't find the Osukannon temple at first. Then, we bumped into an elderly Japanese man who could speak a bit of English, and he was kind enough to bring us to the temple and even volunteered to take pictures for my mum and I.
A few simple gestures can go a long way, and I felt so, so thankful for his kindness.

Little did he realise, the man is one walking example of, once again, one of the many reasons why I love Japan so much. :')  

Gosh, this place really smells like Japan!!! 

Behind us was the famous and majestic Osukannon Buddhist temple! Admission is FREE and what's even better, they are open 24/7!

 

Food stalls serving authentic Japanese food and snacks along the street! 

 

The Osu shopping district is a must-go, and I only need to present you one reason for saying that:

THERE ARE MORE THAN 1,200 SHOPS AND RESTAURANTS IN THERE!!!

I WANT!! 

We walked into a random restaurant in the Osu Shopping District for breakfast. 

We couldn't read the Japanese menu but luckily, there was a Caucasian dude beside us who could speak Japanese. He translated the menu and also helped us place our order as well!!
SO MANY KIND PEOPLE IN JAPAN *touched* T_T

So what we ordered was the "all-you-can-eat" set, which allows you to take as much pastries as you want, and it costs only 490yen!!!


After breakfast, we shopped in the Osu Shopping District!! I mean, of course!!

Gorgeous creepers everywhere!!! 

  

I wanna grab all of them home omg! 

There was a festive roadshow going on, so we also got to witness some forms of the Japanese culture, right at its origin! This is why I love Osukannon!!

If you want to experience the Japanese culture, I would strongly recommend you to visit Osukannon - because you just might not find any other place which gives you the "Oh, this is Japan!" kind of feeling as much as Osukannon does! 

Leaving Osukannon, we took the subway to Nagoya station, which is one of the largest railway stations in Nagoya. It also houses the twelve-floor shopping mall, JR Takashimaya!!

 

We spent a few good hours shopping in the cosmetics department alone!! I couldn't seem to decide which brand I should go for because there are too many of them already! Anyway, good news for tourists: you can shop for duty-free items in JR Takashimaya. You just have to show them your passport!! :) 

Another reason I love shopping in Japan is due to the top-notch customer service. The assistants always have a smile on their face and are always ready to serve you! Their presence already made me feel so welcomed and warm! 

 

Quick lunch - tempura!!! Super delicious and crispy! 

Whenever it comes to fashion, it's impossible for us not to acknowledge the fact that Japanese do have an incredible sense of style!


After some shopping, we walked to Midland Square, which was just a 5-minute walk from JR Takashimaya. FYI, Midland Square is the tallest building in Nagoya, boasting an intimidating height of 47 floors! From the 1st to the 4th floor, you will be able to find renowned international luxury brands as well as urbane shops and restaurants. On the highest floor sits the SKY PROMENADE, which offers visitors a breathtaking panorama view of the beautiful city. 

Admission fees will be charged if you wish to visit the Sky Promenade, but trust me - it's worth every single cent (or Yen LOL)!!


The view was magnificent. I felt as if I could just stand there and feast on the scenery for hours.

Before leaving, we stepped into the Moncher Cafe for some desserts!! 

They are super well-known for their cakes, so it's a must-try!! 

12.10.2014
Sakae: Matsuzakaya, PARCO, Mitsukoshi, Nagoya TV Tower, Oasis 21 

Heading to Sakae from Fushimi~! This time around, we didn't purchase the one-day pass because we planned to linger within Sakae for the entire day. So instead, we bought a one-way pass to Sakae, which costs only 200yen. 

The shopping malls were not opened yet by the time we reached (they open at 10am), so we decided to have a light breakfast before removing the shopping-shackles off our hands!

Their toasts were awesome! 

While walking to the PARCO mall, we saw people forming a beeline in front of fashion stores, and Forever 21 was one of them! I had no clue what was going on, but I'm guessing there was a super-sale or grand opening or something of that sort.

I swear, Forever 21 in Japan is 10x better than Malaysia's lol. The garments are up to today's fashion trends and what's even better: the PRICE IS CHEAPER!!! My mum and I spent a good few hours shopping for our lives here LOL!

Lunch at Cat's Garden, located in PARCO shopping mall!

We ordered Set B, which consisted of a main course, soup, a bowl of salad and dessert!! 

 

I didn't want something too creamy or savoury, so this plate of pasta was just on point!!! 

 

This ice-cream is just one of its kind... it has a unique taste that I've never laid my tongue on before.

The cream is velvety smooth and it in overall, it was freaking awesome!! 

If you're planning to visit Japan, never ever forget to try their ice-cream, because you can be sure that you will be amazed! 

If you love Japanese fashion, PARCO is definitely the ideal place for you. Taking every step in here, you will be slowly drown in waves of internationally-renowned Japanese fashion brands, such as Majestic Legon, Jouetie, SLY, etc!

Moving on to Matsuzakaya, which is situated nearby PARCO!

Visiting the cosmetics department again because a girl can never have enough cosmetics! *screams*
Again, I couldn't help but be impressed by how affable and helpful the beauty assistants are to every visitor, but not only to tourists.

Night view of a beautiful city! :') 

After strolling around in all the shopping malls, we headed to Nagoya TV tower and Oasis 21! Both of the buildings are significant landmarks in Nagoya - you must never miss them out!

You can actually purchase tickets to get on the observation deck at the highest floor of Nagoya TV Tower, but we decided to save up the money for better stuffs, since we have already experienced enjoying the city-overview scenery at Midland Square! 

 

Sakae's new landmark - the futuristic-looking Oasis 21! The roof alone already had me awestruck! 

Besides sightseeing, you may also dine or *once again*go shopping in the ground floor of Oasis 21!

Omg, found this fashion boutique in Oasis 21 and I feel like taking home everything I saw!

13.10.2014 (Last day) 

Komeda Coffee, Chubu International Airport

 I was so reluctant to go home! 

It started drizzling in the early morning and our initial plan of heading to Atsusa Shrine park got cancelled. Since we couldn't extend anywhere far, we decided to walk to Komeda's Coffee, which is located in a few streets away from our hotel, for some good ol' breakfast!

We had no idea where the cafe was, but luckily for us...

we happened to have met a local passerby, who volunteered to bring us there!

*gosh, just how nice can the Japanese be?*

 

Breakfast at one of the famous coffee shops in Nagoya, Komeda's Coffee!! 

 

The illustrations are super appealing and tempting omg!

Can I have everything in the menu? *glittering-eyes*

Buttery thick-toast and eggs. The toast tasted awesome!

A cup of hot tea with milk kept us really warm and comfortable on the rainy morning. 

Oh my god, this one is beyond the descriptive powers of words...
IT WAS A GIFT FROM THE HIGH HEAVENS!
*bunnies please, try this out if you're gonna visit Japan!*

At 11am, we headed back to the hotel, picked up our luggage and left to the airport!

There are all sorts of restaurants in Chubu International Airport, ranging from western cuisine to Japanese cuisine! *all the way from the east to the west yo LOL!*

Craving for a last taste of Tempura, Ramen, Chicken Teriyaki, Cochin Chicken and all kinds of sushi?
Don't worry, they are all available in Chubu International Airport!! 

Had a small bowl of Ramen to fill the tummy up, and it was really delicious and satisfying!

How could we leave Japan without having sushi, right?! 

The Unagi was super long haahahah 

Shopped in the Hello Kitty Souvenir Shop and everything was just too cute to resist!!!

That day, our flight was cancelled due to the typhoon.

However, it wasn't a bad thing for us at all! If it wasn't for the typhoon, we wouldn't be able to catch a glimpse of this beautiful sunrise in Nagoya before heading home. 

I've learned a lot about the Japanese culture, albeit the short time spent in Japan. I promised myself that I'll visit Nagoya again very soon, because a part of me was left there, ready for my wanderlust soul to pick it up again anytime.

Thank you for the good times, lovely Japan ♥ 

Why? I Don't Know...It's A Pie Thing ;)

November 9, 2014, 11:35 pm

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You have no idea how much I love eating PIES. Every time I visit Dome's, I order nothing else but the Chicken and Mushroom Pie. Whenever my mum makes apple crumble pies, I can have them for all three meals a day. This is how much I love pies hehehehe.  

I believe most of you have heard of A PIE THING, a restaurant which has just opened earlier this year. However, their humble-looking pies quickly rose through the ranks of the local specialty restaurants, and is now one of my favourite go-to's whenever I crave for a late-afternoon snack, or tummy-warming supper!

I have always wanted to be there to try out the much hyped-about Pie, but since they only operate from 4pm-11pm, it's hard to convince anyone in the family to take me there T_T
But there was Teddy! He asked me if we should to make a visit to the restaurant together, and off we went! :p

Lemme take a selfie. 

To go with the best of pies, they also serve various kinds of drinks such as coffee, tea, soda, etc!

This is a self-service restaurant: so order, pay, get your receipt, and pick up your food! There are a few combination of toppings that you can choose for your pies!

I would suggest you to go for THE MASCHARE if you want something heavier and more savoury. 

They have a wide selection of pies, ranging from to "main course" pies to dessert pies!  

 I wasn't so attracted by the dessert pies, but HECK, I had a hard time choosing what I want to eat from the myriad of main pies!!! There are Chicken and Mushroom, Cheesy Chicken, Chunky Steak and even Pulled Lamb... *can I have all of them, please?*

Teddy ordered the Cheesy Chicken, with mash and gravy.
According to him, the pie was the gate to Paradise.

Piercing through the crust with a fork, get your tastebuds ready for the embrace of a burst of fragrance you have never experienced. The cheese melted perfectly with the chicken and no pie on Earth could have tasted any better...
And before I could note down all of his flurry of compliments, he was already delightfully munching on his pie LOL

I ordered the Pulled Lamb with Maschacre because I was curious how the fusion of tastes would turn out. At the first glance, I was thinking "Heh, this little thing surely can't fill me up."

When the pie was served,
the gravy was steaming, the mash was warm, the pea was appealing, and the pie is ready to explode.

The idea of having everything - pea, mash, gravy and pie - may be intimidating, but hey, who doesn't want the most epic of experiences on the first visit? Everything went like lock-and-key - the tastes just fit into each other perfectly well. The toppings then the pie, or everything-at-once it's all up to you.

The gravy was not too salty, just right; the mash tasted of awesome potatoes; the pea was fresh, and last but not least, the lamb killed it. The "lamb's odour" wasn't strong, and I guess even the ones who used to despise how mutton smell can actually enjoy this pie.

It was only scoop after scoop that I realised - oh boy, just how wrong I was! Although the pie looked like a "no-biggie" at first, it actually was pretty-damn filling.

We'll definitely come back again for the dessert pies!
(didn't have any space left in the tummy to carry more :p)

A Pie Thing 

128 G, Jalan SS 21/35, 

Damansara Utama,

 47400 Petaling Jaya,

Selangor.

Business hours: 4pm-11pm 

JESSICA X JUENNA

November 13, 2014, 5:11 am

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Semester one of my degree is going to end very soon, and final exam is just around the corner. Not forgetting to mention, it's the "assignment" season. There are three assignments to be done, two of them are case studies (oh, boring!) with the same deadline. (I really hate it when the deadlines are the same because it's just so tiring) I feel a stab of guilt for blogging right now when I'm supposed to complete my assignments...but I just couldn't bear to abandon my blog. So here's a quick update about some outfits that I've put on last week! 

Outfit #1 
Cardigan from H&M
Top from Juenna
Shorts from a local online shop
Shoes from Aldo
Bag from Happy2u.cc

Outfit #2 
Unicorn tank top from Juenna
Jogger pants from Monki 

Outfit #3 
Jacket from Anticlockwise
Top from Juenna
Skirt from Lovebonito 
Shoes from China 

About JUENNA: 

It's a local online shop which sells a myriad of fashionable clothing catered to the youngsters! If you are a fan of tank tops, open-back designed dresses and tops, etc, you should definitely check them out! :) 

Besides, they are also having a selfie contest now and you can stand a chance to win JUENNA shopping vouchers and also exclusive discounts on hair service provided by Hairesources! To add on the awesomeness, three winners will get the chance to be the face of JUENNA and get featured on their website! Join now before it's too late!! 

Jay Chou Opus World Tour 2 - Live in Malaysia

November 16, 2014, 5:51 am

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If you guys didn't already know, I'm a huge fan of Jay Chou. 

I've been listening to his songs since I was in primary school and till now, nobody can replace him. Of course, I do admire some other artists as well, but I can just never love them the way I love Jay Chou. His songs never failed to sail me through the toughest of times...and I just can't describe how much I love listening to his songs. Okay, I know I sound like a total fangirl right now but I am a fangirl for Jay Chou only so please bear with me hahahaha! 

Anyway, he came to Malaysia for his world tour last Friday and Saturday. Of course, I would never let go of the opportunity to catch him performing live! I only went for the first day of his concert and I regretted for not buying tickets for his second day of performance. One day is simply doesn't feel enough...in fact, I think I'll never get bored of him, just like how I'll never get bored of listening to his songs! :') 

This time around, he performed quite a lot of the older songs, which stirred up a lot of mixed feelings in me.
I really can't transcribe the feelings in me into words when I see him performing live.

I feel stoked. I feel happy.

Yet, at the same time, I feel like bursting into tears as I kept feeling overwhelmed by swells of nostalgia. (Fangirl-ing again, brb)

When the concert has officially begun, everyone went completely berserk as a deafening blast of cheering and clamping exploded. I don't know how to properly put this, but the feeling of watching your idol perform right before your eyes is probably one of the best feelings you'll ever have. Watching his show makes me feel alive. It was as if a switch has been flicked inside me, and every part of my physical self came springing to more life than my sense has ever felt.

For those who have missed his concert, fret not! I think I've recorded almost every song he performed that night. The reason why I recorded them is because I wanted to re-watch his performance over and over again, even after it ended...


Here you are!

I didn't realise how long the duration of the all the videos will add up to, until I compiled all of them into a single video. To my surprise, the video exceeded an hour!!! It took me quite some time to make this video, from editing to uploading it on Youtube BUT I'm not complaining!!! In fact, I enjoyed editing this video as I sang along with him, as if I'm having a mini concert with him at home.

It's been a pleasurable night and thank you Jay Chou for the wonderful performance!! You're truly inspiring and amazing!!! ♥

Epicuro, Damansara Uptown

November 18, 2014, 5:24 am

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Damansara Uptown - I'm sure a lot of you have heard of this place lately! New restaurants and cafes are blooming around this area, thus making it a hit and popular spot for daily brunch or a simple gathering. 

My friend recommended me to try out Epicuro because they serve really tasty pork chops. (I hereby apologise to all Muslims friends out there!) Besides pork chops, they also serve a variety of western-styled cuisine, such as pastas, salads, desserts, coffee, etc at very decent prices. 

What's interesting is that this restaurant is co-owned by an ex-engineer who turned out to be a chef due to his innate passion for gastronomy. 

Brunch, anyone? :D

Big Breakfast - just a typical Big Breakfast with wholemeal toast, bacon strips, scrambled eggs, hashbrown, sausages and sauteed mushrooms! I personally think that the portion is just nice for a brunch. :D

The highly-recommended pork chop with mushroom sauce, mashed potatoes and potato-bacon salad. The creamy sauce went really well with the pork chop, and the juicy and succulent chops were grilled and brined to its perfection! Thumbs up for it! 

Trust me, you won't be disappointed by the food they serve! I'll definitely be back to try out something different from the menu next time! See you there, perhaps? hehehe 

Epicuro 
20, Jalan SS21/35,
Damansara Uptown 47400 Petaling Jaya.
Tel: 03-7733-3110
Opens:
Tue – Fri, 11am – 11pm
Sat – Sun, 10am – 11pm 

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Good Golly Miss Molly and The Owls Cafe

November 23, 2014, 12:48 am

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Hey guys! I'm here to blog about two cafés that I've been to recently - Good Golly Miss Molly and The Owls Cafe.

Over the recent years, Malaysians slowly adopt the culture of spending our leisure time sipping on coffee, tasting delicate cakes in a cafe, especially on weekends! I wasn't the last to hop onto the bandwagon (since when? Uhh... someday in the past?) and I'm slowly falling in love with this culture. To me, everyone is encouraged to spend a few afternoons with coffee weekly (or at least experience once!) because it kinda provides an opportunity for us to interact more with the people we care about.

And by interaction I do mean interaction beyond mobile phones.

Since Malaysians love cafés, countless of up-and-rising cafés started blooming. If cafés are flowers, Spring is everywhere in this beautiful country we all love (despite of a lot of things).

So last Friday, my friend and I dropped by Good Golly Miss Molly café which is located in an old building named the Millenium Square. If it wasn't for my friend, I would have never known about the existence of this café!

A pleasant aroma of coffee marched right into our olfactory senses as we stepped into the café! It was a parade of different flavours, and the mixture of fragrance enlivened me.

While coffee is their specialty, they also serve tea and a basic selection of desserts.

  

Raspberry Cheesecake. 

Red Velvet Cake. I was head over heels for the well-composed texture, and the sweetness of the cake is just right! This surely goes down into my "recommendation list".

Coffee Good Golly Miss Molly 

G-005 Ground Floor, Millennium Square, Jalan 14/1, Petaling Jaya

The Owls Cafe 
My friend and I dropped by this café to kill some time prior to Jay Chou's concert last Friday.
This cafe has a very warm and relaxing ambiance that cuddles you in the warm embrace of "home".
Goodness!

In Owls Café , set your eyes ready for owl-themed decorations!!! I-don't-say!!! LOL!

The King's. This cake is superb!!! It magically becomes more and more addictive with every bite I took. YUMS!
*Disclaimer: No drugs are involved in the production of this cake*

I didn't get to try the waffles because they don't serve waffle after 5pm...so people, please take note if some good-ol'-waffles are what you're aiming for!

The Owl's Cafe
Jalan Jalil Jaya 6, Bukit Jalil, 57000 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur

Podgy & The Banker

November 26, 2014, 6:45 am

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Hey guys! Guess what? This is yet another foodie post and I realise that I really have nothing interesting to share lately besides the cafes and restaurants I have been to. (Hope you guys are not bored with my foodie posts!) Rushing to meet assignment deadlines, preparing for finals, completing my work - these are basically what I am up recently. On a side note, I really miss making videos, I have a roll of ideas lining up in my list but I just had no time to work on them right now. More blog posts and more videos will be coming up on your way right after my final exam, so be patient, bunnies! 

Anyway, I finally met up with Baoer and Joanne a week ago for brunch after sooooo long (probably more than 5 months!!) Joanne had a short break from her studies in Singapore, then she made her trip up to KL to meet us and attend her high-school's prom while Baoer purposely came to KL from Ipoh for Jay Chou's concert hehe. 

As usual, I love spending time with them because we can simply share our endless stories for a few good hours without feeling bored! Podgy and The Banker is definitely a cozy place for people like us who wanna chit-chat while having a hearty meal.

P.S. Do you know "Podgy" actually means chubby? :P 

Located in Sri Hartamas, this restaurant can be located easily due to its strategic location.

Like most of the cafes, you need to make your order at the cashier first, and the menu is written on a typical chalkboard. 

It was a Saturday morning so the cafe is kinda packed and we had to wait for 10 minutes or so for a table. 

 

Chicken Mushroom Pie. No bad comments for this! :D

Hot Chocolate. (Thank you for the complimentary one, Mr.Barista hahaha!) 

Chicken Avocado. Chicken breast with avocado, I guess nothing can be any healthier than this! 

 Bruschetta with Chicken Ham and Eggs.
I have a confession to make: I actually didn't know how to pronounce "bruschetta" until I googled it hahahaha!! A rather simple and standard dish, just that the bread is too hard for us to chew. :/ 

 

Ending this post with our selfies hehehehe!!

Hope to meet them again soon! ♥ 

Podgy & the Banker

2, Jalan Sri Hartamas 8, 

Taman Sri Hartamas, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. 

Operating Hours: (Mon) 09.00am-12.00am (Wed-Sun) 09.00am-12.00am 

off every Tuesdays

Wichday!

November 30, 2014, 4:40 am

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Hey bunnies!! Have you guys heard of Wichday? 

Wichday started to gain recognition since their opening in May earlier this year. Thanks to their specialty dessert the Pandora Box, groups and groups of youngsters would come knocking at their door every day, eager to witness the renowned Pandora Box they probably won't get to see anywhere else in KL.

And today, I am inviting you to join me on the discovery of the Pandora Box itself.

The seats are pretty limited, nonetheless, this cafe is quite comfortable and relaxing! :) 

The interior is themed with "the wooden horse", and you will find relevant wall-arts of a carousel, wooden horses, more wooden horses......and a standing wooden horse itself (not sure if you can ride on it though).

Tadaa! Not gonna lie, but this thing is big enough for any adult to ride on haha!

Yeah, definitely not the kind of "little menu" you would expect at any other cafe's in town. Just look at all the choices you can make! You just have to pay a few visits before you can really give this place your personal rating.


I ordered their set lunch which consists of a main course, a drink and also a dessert!

Ham and Egg Sandwich
Cheese, chicken ham, scrambled eggs, tomato slices - all between two fluffy triangles of white bread. Served alongside salad dressed with kewpie sauce and Chachos chips.
Verdict: The chips are a surprise factor. Really, where do you find Chachos as sides these days? The salad was fine, but I don't really find the kewpie sauce attractive. They probably could have picked a better brand, or used another sauce :/ However, the simple-looking sandwich met my expectations.

The classic Spaghetti Carbonara 
Have you ever tried Spaghetti Carbonara with Mentaiko?! Definitely a wonderful infusion of Western and Japanese cuisine. And it's really filling!

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The signature: Pandora Box (Please allow 20-30 minutes for preparation) 
Cubes of hard-toasted bread surrounded by a wall of crispy crust (of bread, again), supporting a generous amount of ice-cream of assorted flavours. Topped with a two-lorry-load of whipped cream, banana slices, strawberry, mini-marshmallows, chocolate biscuit sticks and a little jar of honey to make everything all the more sinful.

Verdict: A prominent drawback about this big boy is, obviously, its portion. While it is supposed to be a dessert, it would be amazing if they can shrink its size to maybe 1/4 of the ones they currently make. I really can't picture myself ordering one of these giants if I am to be spending some time alone in this cafe.

Verdict: Important note: NEVER order this when you are on your own. It was much larger than I expected, and even the four of us (Teddy, my two cousins and me) couldn't finish the entire serving of "dessert". However, I do find the hard-toasted bread cubes interesting, it just might be a new direction of the 'creative' style of desserts. There were A LOT of whipped cream, and it was a little too much for me; bananas and strawberries don't really belong to this entire dish, marshmallows are okay, and honey was almost unnecessary thanks to the satisfying amount of ice cream hidden within this golden fort. 

Dessert - Mini Happy Earth Day.  
Vanilla ice-cream surrounded by homemade popcorns and Oreo cookie crumbles!

Wichday
195, Jalan Sarjana,
Taman Connaught,
56000, Cheras,
Kuala Lumpur.

Website: https://www.facebook.com/WichDay/

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December 2, 2014, 8:30 pm

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Assignments and final exams are driving me crazy that I barely have the leisure time to breathe.

I've been quite busy with my work lately, and to make things more challenging I had to juggle between my studies, my blog and also a part-time job. Yes, just in case you are wondering, besides being a part-time blogger, I'm also undertaking a part-time job to earn some extra pocket money. 

Since I have always had a busy schedule, I try to eat at home as much as possible so that I do not need to spend time driving myself out and look for a place to dine in.

Wait. Time isn't just wasted on driving alone.

Eating out = Wearing makeup, styling my hair, changing into presentable clothes, driving to the restaurant (what's worse is when the restaurant is packed with people..), waiting for food to be served, drive all the way back, change back into comfortable wear, remove makeup...

...and only then, get back to my work.

So one busy night, I was doing my assignments and complaining to Teddy over the phone that I was hungry but I just had no time to eat. It wasn't the first time, and he was equally frustrated as I was.

The deadline was one day after and I still had a ton to cover, and yay, who would have thought there wasn't any food in the house? What a beautiful coincidence!

But luckily, it wasn't the end of the day!
Out of nowhere, Teddy discovered a panda, but NO we aren't going to have grilled panda for dinner.

Even better, this panda we found is able to bring food to my house on demand!!

Yes, I'm talking about foodpanda!! :D

So I came across foodpanda from Facebook, and they're having a campaign named #Save1Hour!

The #Save1Hour campaign advocates saving one hour of our busy lives by doing the things we want or have to while leaving the meal preparation and delivery of food to the experts.

Without second thoughts, I headed over to their website to see what kind of food they offer. Do note that the list of restaurants varies with your residential area! 

 

Once I made my order with just a few simple clicks, all I had to do was wait for the food to arrive at my doorstep - and I could get back to work! Oh, do you know that you can also make your order through your smartphones as well? With the foodpanda app, it can't be any easier to order your food! :)


Taadaa!! Half an hour later, my food is here - sushi from Sakae Sushi!!! *slurps*

It's awesome that I didn't have to waste time cooking in the kitchen or heading out to even the nearest restaurant. All these hassles are not a trouble with foodpanda delivery! What's better than staying home with your comfy clothes, doing your work, and having your food delivered right to your doorstep?
Plus, there are actually more than 500 restaurants to choose from in foodpanda (again, it depends on where you live) and I'm sure you will find at least one restaurant that fancies you, or you fancy! :P

 

Besides, don't forget to join the #Save1hour contest by posting your suggestion on their Facebook contest page about what you would do if you could save 1 hour with foodpanda delivery service! Attractive weekly prizes like Xbox One, iPhone 6 and foodpanda vouchers worth RM100 will be given away!!!

The #Save1Hour Facebook Contest will be running from 10^th November 2014 to 8^th December 2014. Feel free to submit your entries to Foodpanda's Facebook page from Thursday to Sunday each week. Winners of the contest will be announced on the following Monday. 

For more information, visit www.facebook.com/foodpandamalaysia 

For those who are going to order your food from foodpanda right now, here's a redemption code for you to get RM10 off the total bill!!! Just key in, "JessicaPanda10" and it will do! Happy munching peeps! ♥ 

Tim Ho Wan 添好运 @ Mid Valley

December 4, 2014, 6:30 pm

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I had been having too much of Western-styled breakfasts for the past few weeks, and my grandma always assumed that I personally prefer Western cuisine over the others. In fact, I enjoy having Chinese-styled breakfast too, and one of my favourites is none other than DIMSUM!

And guess what? Tim Ho Wan, Hong Kong's very own One Starred Michelin restaurant has opened its first outlet ever in Malaysia, right at Mid Valley, K.L!!! Now that we no longer have to purchase flight tickets in order to enjoy HK Dimsum (really, what a luxury would that be), the name Tim Ho Wan is sure to resonate with very much hype in KL, if not in the entire Malaysia.

P.S Tim Ho Wan is the closest portrayal of the Cantonese pronunciation of the Chinese characters "添好运", which literally means "granting good luck"

My friends and I decided to visit Tim Ho Wan on Monday, because we thought that the queue would be shorter, since it's a Monday. We thought.

I reached Mid Valley at 10.30am and I couldn't believe what met my eyes (which at that point, was already drowning with tears of despair) - An unexpectedly long queue in front of the restaurant.

Despite the seemingly endless beeline (I'm obviously exaggerating, but endless was what came to my mind when I first saw the line), I decided to queue up anyway because I was really desperate to try their Dimsum. This is the reason we came all the way for. It's dine or die.

They open at only 11am daily, but I personally prefer having dimsum earlier, probably around 8-9am? 11am sounds like brunch to me already. 

The waitress distributed the order chit while we were still behind the long queue, so that we can first make up our mind on what to order prior to entrance. 

The variety is not as extensive as I expected for a restaurant of its class, but they are currently serving 31 kinds of the Dimsum "essentials".

At precisely 11am, the waitresses started ushering groups and groups of people to their tables. We were swept with a sense of relief as soon as we were seated, because it feels so good to be able to sit down after queuing for a long time hahaha!

While waiting for our food to be served, Coey said: "I will be so pissed off if the food isn't good, they better not waste my time and energy."

Upon hearing that, I was quite anxious because after all, I was the one who suggested to give Tim Ho Wan a try.

Then a monologue started helplessly in my mind: Hmm...apparently this is a Michelin star restaurant... so I suppose the food can't be very bad? I mean, it should at least have the Michelin's standard, right? Oh my god, what if the food tastes bad..., I must die die say it's nice la even though it tastes bad...

So the food was served...
 

Pan Fried Carrot Cake (rm9.80) 
Coey took the first bite, and delightfully exclaimed: "Mmm, this one is good!!"

It was only then all the weight of the anxiousness and worries immediately came off my shoulders! I personally think the carrot cake tasted good too!!

Wasabi Salad Prawn Dumpling (rm10.80) 
Stretching far beyond the measure of my expectation, the crunchy fried dumplings taste surprisingly good in synergy with wasabi!


Baked Bun with BBQ Pork (Char Siu) (rm10.80) 
With a balanced fusion of sweetness and saltiness, this dish is sure to go down into my recommended list! Crispy and sweet, the bun tastes exactly like Polo Bun (菠萝包) and the BBQ pork goes perfectly well with the bun.

Beancurd Skin Roll with Shrimp (rm10.80) 
The beancurd skin is really crispy, but a little too oily. The portion was also unexpectedly small for its price.

Spring Roll with Egg White (rm7.80) 
One of my favourites!!

Vermicelli Roll with Pig's Liver (rm10.80) 
Didn't try this because pig's liver has never really been my thing, oops. 

Vermicelli Roll with Shrimp (rm12.80) 
Finally something that is not fried, but the taste didn't really meet my expectation. It's just mediocre and for its quality, you can practically find something similar, if not better, at a much lower price in other Dimsum restaurants. 

Pork Dumpling with Shrimp (rm10.80) 
My favourite Xiu Mai!!! The pork was fresh, the "badly refrigerated pork" odour is totally not a worry.


Here's me with a table of mouthwatering dimsum!!!
(See the long queue outside?)

Overall, I think it's worth trying because...
1) The quality of food met my expectation.
2) The restaurant is pretty spacious and air-conditioned so you can have your meal comfortably.

However, if I must give a negative comment, it would be the price. The food were relatively over-priced with the small portion they serve. But after all, these are all just my personal opinions. I would suggest you to try it out and determine its worthiness yourself! :)