A week before my birthday, my younger brother Roy came back to Ipoh to celebrate with me. We had a really lovely dinner together at Hanz & Jane Cafe. The café has such pretty, dreamy décor — very Insta-worthy — and they were playing Norah Jones–style jazz in the background, which made the whole place…
In my 53 years on this earth, I don’t think I’ve ever had so many birthday surprises in one year. And the surprises just kept coming. On the eve of the eve of my birthday (Friday night), Alycia gave me the first big surprise. Shortly after midnight, she suddenly appeared in Ipoh! Her best friend…
One of the things I truly appreciate about living in Ipoh is how affordable everyday food still is — especially if you know where the locals go. Away from the touristy spots, prices remain refreshingly reasonable. We stay in Ipoh Garden East, and my 83-yo dad often goes to Kg Simee market and Bercham to…
I spend many hours at my PC every day, so having a comfortable footrest makes a big difference. Recently, I found this collapsible Storage Stool Sofa / Storage Box / footrest, and it’s such a practical little gem! It looks like a mini sofa, feels soft and sturdy, and the top opens up for extra…
Recently my mum was spring-cleaning the cupboard where she keeps all our old treasures — things from my pre-teen days right up to items that belonged to my three girls when they were babies. She has always been such a careful keeper of memories. Among the things she found was a stack of flash cards…
One of the simplest cleaning items I’ve used for many years at home — and honestly didn’t expect to like this much — is this disposable dry electrostatic multipurpose cloth. It looks very basic at first glance, but it’s surprisingly versatile and practical for everyday cleaning. You can use it dry to sweep the floor…
It’s been decades since I last visited the pasar malam in my childhood neighbourhood of Ipoh Garden East. Tonight, I came back with my parents — now both in their 80s. The pasar malam felt so long, with endless stalls selling all kinds of delicious food… not exactly the healthy kind 😄 but so nostalgic….
If you’re exploring Ipoh Old Town and craving something different from the usual local fare, we recently discovered a hidden gem — Aro Restaurant, located just a few minutes’ walk from the famous Concubine Lane. This cozy South Indian restaurant serves up hearty, traditional meals that truly hit the spot. We ordered their mutton nasi…
Some things in life are more than just objects. They carry stories, memories, and the quiet strength of generations before us. This humble mortar and pestle sitting in our kitchen is one of them. It has been with my family for over 70 years. I only discovered its true age last week. I was mopping…
I recently received a parcel from Lazada filled with some of the simplest yet most nourishing snacks — lightly roasted melon seeds, pumpkin seeds, and sunflower seeds. No heavy seasoning, no added sugar — just clean, wholesome crunch. As someone navigating perimenopause and trying to reduce sugar intake, finding snacks that are both satisfying and…
Today, Mum and I made a quick trip to Beacon Mart in Ipoh Garden South to stock up on a few of our usual favourites. Into our basket went marinated chicken chops, saba fish, Beacon sprouted beans & grains bread, Beacon wantons, and Beacon chicken soup. One reason we like buying chicken from Beacon is…
Artistic fashion, where traditional fashion merges with creativity reflects individuality and allows the wearer to showcase their personality through their choice of style. Artistic fashion such as artistic shirts, t-shirts, dresses and wearable fashion pieces showcases bold graphics, imaginative artwork and innovative designs. You’ll find artistic drawings with captions such as a pair of hands…
There is a new bakery in Bercham that cake lovers, especially fans of JJ Swissrolls may want to check out. JJ Extra Bakery officially opened on 19 February 2026, which was the 3rd day of Chinese New Year. This outlet is the sister branch of the well-known JJ Cakes & Swiss Rolls located in Ipoh…
Fans of everything purple, pink, colorful, girlish and mystical, you have to check out purplehecate.com, an online store that carries such fashion items and more. You’ll love the magic off the shoulder sweatshirts and t shirts in purple and pink hues. They’re also available in other colors like neutrals and other gorgeous colors with graphic…
If you are a self-professed geek or nerd in a certain interest or subject, and are proud of it, you will love the range of geek and nerd shirts from geeksoutfit.com. I once asked a friend’s son why he was always wearing computer games-themed t-shirts and he told me that it’s a way for him…
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