[Review] Philips 3100 series Automatic Espresso Machine

Owning an actual coffee machine has been a lifelong dream of mine. I even googled up barista courses to justify owning one at home but when I found out much a machine cost, it was back to cafe hopping. Then the Philips 3100 series Automatic Espresso Machine entered my life and it was life-changing.

Okay, I know this is starting to sound like a love letter but you have to understand that I am absolutely love coffee. I like walking into cafes where the first thing I smell is their coffee beans. I like smelling coffee beans samples and believe it or not, I can have coffee at night and still be able to sleep. Sometimes my dependence on coffee for me operate as a functioning human being went as much as three cups daily. I am trying to cut down now by pacing my drink throughout the day.

6 Travel OOTDs under RM100 from Jalan Jalan Japan

I am a huge advocate of preloved/bundle shopping. There is always something so thrilling about finding something of value for a steal. I first learnt of the concept during my magazine days nine odd years ago from our beauty writer but never imagined I would be so into it like I am now.

Brew Cafe-Style Coffee at Home With Philips

If you have been reading my blog for a while and following my IG, then you would know that I live and breathe coffee. I drink so much coffee that my blood might be coffee. It has long been a dream of mine to own a coffee machine but never got around to doing so because I was broke af intimidated by all the fancy terms of how to brew the perfect cup of coffee.

#GrabPay Cashless Challenge: I went Cashless for a Week

As the title indicated, I went cashless for one week as part of a challenge issued to me by the peeps at GrabPay. And let's just say...it wasn't as bad or as easy as it seemed. Perplexed? Yeah, that was me during that whole one week.

2020's Top Biodynamic Wineries in New South Wales

Planning your next travel plan around food has always been the norm with Malaysian travellers, where the taste of a place helps shape the entire experience of a destination. With an increasing emphasis placed on sustainable food and conscious consumption, we wanted to highlight a few biodynamic wineries in New South Wales that would be perfect places to visit next year!

The Body Shop Christmas Collection 2019

It's that time of the year and the atmosphere at Fahrenheit 88 shopping malls is looking a lot like Christmas. This year The Body Shop is proud to collaborate with Fahrenheit 88 to take the grand entrance with the theme #DreamBig #F88DazzlingChristmas. This means that the Body Shop has brought in a myriad of its Christmas packages, gifts and three seasonal ranges to suit the occasion. Also as part of their empowerment movement, The Body Shop is helping girls around the world to dream big rather than being what they were told they should be. 

Realme X2 Pro (RM2,399) Now in Malaysia

Officially recognised as the World's Fastest-Growing Smartphone Brand in 2019 by Counterpoint, realme has launched its latest and most highly anticipated smartphone into the Malaysian market - the realme X2 Pro. Equipped with the Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 Plus processor, it features a 7nm process and Adreno 640 GPU allowing the processor work 15% faster graphics rendering than the Snapdragon 855. It guarantees real visual sense and advanced 3D image rendering for a better gaming experience. 

The Grand Opening Of XiaoLongKan’s Flagship Store, Bukit Bintang

Hidden yet not quite in the heart of the city, the flagship restaurant of XiaoLongKan is located just off the main road of Bukit Bintang, near the crossroads of Pavilion, Starhill Gallery and Fahrenheit 88. Hiding it can be a challenge but that's just half the fun of this hotpot place that just held its grand opening last month.

A&W is Back with More AWesomeness!

A&W has always had a strong affinity among Malaysians who grew up in the 70’s and 80’s. Many of us have grown up with birthday parties at their outlets with Rooty® The Great Root Bear and have spent a lot of time at A&W after school and in the evenings for the yummilicious RB Float. 

More than a year since A&W Malaysia Sdn. Bhd. was acquired by Inter Mark Resources Sdn. Bhd. (IMRSB), the 56-year-old Quick Service Restaurant (QSR) chain brand is well on track to bring awesome-ness back to its outlets. George Ang, Chief Executive Officer of both A&W Malaysia Sdn. Bhd. and IMRSB said this at the kick-off of A&Wesome Festival, which took place at A&W’s first drive-in outlet in Petaling Jaya to thank loyal fans for their continuous support over the years.

[Food Review] Christmas Buffet Spread at Four Seasons KL

Christmas is just around the corner and I bet you must be wondering what special Christmas offerings are out there for that special occasion. Enter the Four Seasons Kuala Lumpur. Right in the heart of the city itself and neighbour to Petronas Twin Towers, Four Seasons is set to offer an extravagant buffet of sorts to grace Christmas.

If you have the perception that buffet meals tend to be lackluster in choice or quality, then rest assured that you will find none of that sorts at the Four Seasons' Curate restaurant. Because ensuring that its spread is simply top notch is the primary concern of their chefs. And I am not saying that because I got to join the Four Seasons team for a sneak preview of their Christmas spread. I am saying it as a genuine lover of buffets and Christmas.

ISETAN The Japan Store KL - Refreshed and Updated

Refreshed, revived and rejuvenated were exactly ISETAN The Japan Store at Lot 10 in the heart of Kuala Lumpur was at its reopening on 28 November 2019. By continuing to combine Japan's best in fashion, accessories and food with a kaleidoscope of categories, the store aims to bring more comprehensive offerings to shoppers, locals and tourist alike. And just in time for Christmas too!