FollowIt’s been a rather eventful and exhausting few weeks for us. The pesky Influenza bug seems to be making its rounds in our household. My husband caught it first a few weeks ago, then it was my turn, and now poor Sherilyn has been down with what I suspect is a mild bout of Influenza…
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A Sunday of Sourdough, Chap Fan, and Family Favourites
Today’s Sunday brunch was once again just hubby and me. With my mother-in-law feeling under the weather and staying home, Alycia busy at her course mate’s house working on an assignment, Sherilyn at her grand aunt’s unit working on her architecture project, and Cass, as usual, training at the skating rink, it was another rare…
Alycia the Globetrotter – Working Hard, Living Fully Before Graduation
Our girl Alycia has truly embraced a whirlwind season of adventure, learning, and growth. Just last week, she returned from Penang, and two days ago she flew off to Sarawak. Even now, as I’m writing this, she’s mid-flight to Kota Kinabalu, Sabah. What a life! This isn’t just leisurely travel — she’s been diligently working…
Girl & Mommy Famous Curry Mee @ Jalan Chan Sow Lin
Last Wednesday, hubby was suddenly craving curry noodles and suggested we head over to the famous Girl & Mommy Famous Curry Mee at Jalan Chan Sow Lin. He’s been wanting to try it again for a while now, and the stars finally aligned for our little food adventure. Now, this isn’t your average bowl of…
Brunch With My Parents @ Bangsar Shopping Centre
Sunday, 11 August 2024 Before my parents returned to Ipoh after a 4-day celebration of papa’s 81st birthday, we had dim sum brunch at Ming Room at BSC and then proceeded to Momaku x BaristArt Coffee Malaysia for coffee and desserts. My parents couldn’t stay longer in KL as they had an upcoming trip to…
Reflecting on 2023: Gratitude, Hope, and Wishes for the New Year
As the final moments of 2023 fade into the past, it’s time to reflect on the year that was—a year marked by swift transitions, unexpected turns, health scares, and a myriad of experiences. The passing of 2023 seemed almost like a blink of my eye. In the ebb and flow of life, our family encountered…
Sunday Lunches
Ah Ma Jia Café: A Taste of Grandma’s Cooking
Our usual Sunday routine involves Cass going to Pavillion Bukit Jalil early in the morning for figure skating practice. Her classes are on Friday but she goes to the skating rink on Sunday to practise. We then fetch her back at noon. Next, hubs will go on a food hunt to explore new cafes and…
SunSan Bake at Shanghai Garden, Old Klang Road
My husband is a gourmand in every sense of the word. He’s the kind of person who doesn’t just eat to live; he lives to eat. While some people splurge on clothes, cars or dream of globetrotting adventures, my husband’s heart and wallet are devoted to one thing – food. He’s incredibly generous when it…
30 July 2023 ~ Sunday Lunch at Kayra, Bangsar Village
On a serene and gloomy Sunday afternoon, my family and I had a delightful lunch at Kayra Restaurant, Bangsar Village. With its promise of authentic Kerala cuisine, we were eager to indulge in the rich flavors and aromatic spices of India. As we entered the restaurant, we were immediately captivated by the leafy terrace adorned…
Dinner at Makoto Unagi Restaurant, Desa Sri Hartamas
Two Sundays ago, we had the pleasure of indulging in a remarkable dinner at Makoto Unagi Restaurant in Desa Sri Hartamas. The occasion was made even more special as my eldest sister-in-law from England was visiting us and treated our family to a sumptuous meal at Makoto. Makoto, renowned for its expertise in charcoal-grilled eel,…
Sunday Brunch at Baristart Coffee @ Bangsar Shopping Centre
Recently, the hubs had a pleasant dining experience at Baristart Coffee and wanted to share the culinary delight with us. Eager to explore the menu, we ventured to the café to sample their famous food offerings. Baristart Coffee, a renowned Hokkaido-born establishment, has found its way to Malaysian shores with its first outpost in Bangsar…
Sunday, 30 April 2023 ~ Lunch at Strangers at 47, PJ
If you’re looking for a place to enjoy a scrumptious weekend brunch, Strangers at 47 Café @ Section 17 PJ is definitely worth checking out. Located in PJ, this cozy cafe occupying three shop lots is one cafe that won’t be a stranger to success with its striking selection of fanciful & flamboyant crepes, some…
Bröom Artisan Bakery & Kitchen, Taman Paramount PJ
Throwback food snaps – 2 April 2023 This is our typical Sunday now, after hubs sends Cass to the skating rink for figure skating practice on Sunday morning – we have brunch together. Sometimes Alycia and Sherilyn join us, sometimes only the mil joins us, sometimes it’s the five of us, sometimes it’s only the…
Michelin-Approved Seafood Noodles Restaurant – Hai Kah Lang
Yesterday was the 5th day of Chinese New Year and since hubs had some time in the morning, he drove us to Yulek, Cheras to sample the freshest seafood noodles at Hai Kah Lang, a Michelin-approved seafood noodles restaurant. Hai Kah Lang was awarded the Michelin Bib Gourmand 2022 recently. The judge commented, “Rest assured,…
Yi Sheng Huat Seafood Restaurant, Pudu, KL
This is a throwback post. Sunday, 5 June 2022 ~ Hubs brought us to try a ‘new’ Chinese ‘tai chow’ restaurant – it’s a first try for us but not for him. As catering functions have picked up ever since Malaysia reopened its borders and economic sectors, hubby’s catering business has been making a rebound.…