Blue Bottle Coffee Debuts in Southeast Asia: First Café Opening on 3 April 2025

Malaysian coffee lovers, get ready! Blue Bottle Coffee, the globally renowned specialty coffee brand, is making its much-anticipated debut in Southeast Asia. The brand’s first café in the region will officially open its doors on Thursday, 3 April 2025, at LUMINE SINGAPORE in Raffles City.

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Uncover 5 of Sydney and New South Wales' Hidden Cafes and Restaurants [Tried and Tested]

Sydney and New South Wales, Australia, is a haven for food lovers, with its diverse culinary landscape offering a multitude of delightful experiences. From quaint mountain towns to bustling city streets, this Australian state has something to satiate every palate. In my past few trips to Sydney and New South Wales, I have had the chance to visit several of the state's hidden gems of cafes and restaurants that aren't The Grounds of Alexandria or Speedos at Bondi Beach. 

Starbucks Roastery Reserve, Tokyo - a Guide to Making the Most of Your Coffee Experience

If you're a coffee lover in Tokyo, you won't want to miss the Starbucks Roastery Reserve Tokyo, the 'it' specialty coffee shop that offers an unforgettable coffee experience, regardless if you're a Starbucks fan or not. Located in the vibrant Nakameguro neighborhood, this coffee roastery is the perfect place to savor the rich, flavorful Reserve coffees that Starbucks is known for. 

There are only six Starbucks Roastery outlets in the world and Starbucks Roastery Reserve is the second largest and undoubtedly the prettiest. 

Nakwon Station Cafe, Ikseon-dong, Seoul

Personally, I thought Ikseon-dong was a much nicer neighbourhood to stay in than Myeongdong. Here, you get the best of two worlds - blending traditional culture with modern cafe. Ikseon-dong is a hanok village build in 1920. Although it is not as big as Bukchon Hanok Village, it is still a must-visit area in Seoul for cafe-hopping as there are so many different thematic cafes, hanok cafes and restaurants.  

Starbucks Seoul Wave Art Center on the Han River, Seoul

The Han River in Seoul is home to one of the more unique Starbucks in South Korea. Taking up 2 storey within the floating Seoul Wave Art Center at Hangang Park, the Starbucks here offers stunning views of the river and surrounding areas with the city skyline in the distance. 

[Cafe Review ] Poppy Kat cafe, Cheras

Cats, coffee and croffle - the three major Cs of Poppy Kat cafe in Cheras. After seeing postings of its orange interior and cats circulating on social media, I just had to check it out. The opportunity came one gloomy morning after a hike to a certain lake that shall not be mentioned (since it's a private property). 

8 Quirky and Out-of-this-World Cafes in South Korea to Visit after this Pandemic

If there’s one thing South Korea has in abundance, it’s cafes. Instagrammable cafes, cafes with stunning views, with unique themes and spectacular coffee and desserts, cat cafes - you name it, Korea probably has it.

From hidden entrances in Mapo-gu to sitting around in a wedding dress over dessert in Jeju Island, here are 8 quirky and out-of-this-World cafes in South Korea to include in your itinerary.

Nescafe New Look, Two New Flavours

If you're looking out for your favourite Nescafe canned drinks in stores, you will be in for a surprise with the new look of the Kopitiam Series. On top of that, there are two new variants added to the collection, the Nescafe Kopi-C and Nescafe Kopi Cham - popular drinks that all Malaysians known and love from their beloved kopitiams.

[Cafe Review] 270 SQFT, Seapark PJ

Hidden in Seapark, Petaling Jaya is a cafe that is literally only 270 square feet in size and hence its astute name, 270 SQFT. Helmed by Vivien, 270 SQFT opened in the middle of Dec 2020 right smack in the center between two traditional coffeeshops, a duck rice restaurant and a car workshop in one of the oldest part of Petaling Jaya. 

[Cafe Review] Half and Hafu, the Hub SS2

 I first spotted this cafe on Instagram in October and since it was relatively near me, I made a mental note to check it out. Then it started appearing on a lot of cafe listicles and I decided wokay, time to pay a visit before it becomes too popular.

And that was how I found myself at Half and Hafu in the  Hub SS2. Its design reminded me of some of the bespoke cafes I peeped into when in Japan but never dared venture into and its name - Hafu meant half in Japanese. True to its name, half of the first floor lot was a hair salon and the other half was an aesthetically pleasing orange and brown cafe or rather coffee bar. Located away from the busy row of cafes and eateries that are often crowded with people, Half and Hafu was an oasis of peace and quiet. 

New Nescafe Caramel Macchiato and Smooth Cappuccino in environmentally-friendly sippy lid cups

Want to enjoy your favourite coffee drink in a cup without the guilty conscience of damaging the environment? To ease your worries, Malaysia's favourite coffee Nescafe has unveiled its latest ready-to-drink variants in 250ml cup formats, Caramel Macchiato and Smooth Cappuccino. These new Nescafe Cups come in specially-designed, environmentally-friendly cups with sippy lids, a first for the segment in the market. 

Starbucks New Mermaid Frappucino is Making Waves around Malaysia

Get your phones ready because Starbucks Malaysia is bringing its most Instagramble drink to its stores! Inspired by its own logo, the siren, Starbucks is introducing the mesmerizing Starbucks® Fantasy Tail Frappuccino® that will be sure to fill-up the ‘explore’ page on your Instagram feed from 29 May 2020 onward, while stocks last.  

[Food Review] Union Artisan Coffee Beans, Cold Brew & Burnt Cheesecake at Home

It will be a while before we can go back to cafe hopping, hunting for cakes and enjoying a cup of freshly brewed coffee in cosy cafe. Oh, how I've missed those days but unfortunately things are what they are. But fret not if you are missing your burnt cheesecakes and cafe because Union Artisan Coffee can have them delivered right to your doorstep. 

Starbucks Malaysia launches Re-imagined Raya Drinks and Merchandises

With the latest COVID-19 pandemic sparking a national Movement Control Order (MCO) just a few weeks shy of the Holy Month of Ramadan, it has compelled many to rethink how they will be celebrating Raya this year. As things start to look a little different, Starbucks has reimagined Aidilfitri that will allow those apart from their families and friends to stay connected through some Raya favorites, and also gifting opportunities ranging from our beverages to merchandise.

Starbucks Lemon Meringue-Inspired Latte finally in Malaysia

I have always been biased towards Starbucks Japan but I do so love their innovative drinks that changes with the seasons. Everytime I got back to Japan, a visit to Starbucks is must for me. And one of the memorable drinks I had last year was its lemon latte. So yummy and refreshing!

Good news to all who is curious to try a version of this drink because Starbucks Malaysia has just announced its spring drinks which features the Starbucks® Lemon Meringue Latte and Starbucks® Hazelnut Cold Foam Iced Espresso with Coffee Jelly. This year, Starbucks is welcoming the Spring season with bold flavors and a renewed focus on cold craft and trendy jelly. Combining dual unique personalities to create mesmerizing tastes, spring in Starbucks will definitely satisfy your coffee cravings.

[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.

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.

Starbucks Malaysia Celebrates 300th Store Opening At Bukit Bintang Junction

At what point is having too many outlets in the same vicinity too much? Apparently in Starbucks' case, there is no such things as they have just recently opened its 300th store in Malaysia. 

Located in the epicenter of fashion and culture, Starbucks Reserve Bukit Bintang Junction is poised to connect Malaysians with quality coffee through a unique human experience. This literally means there are three Starbucks in the radius of Bukit Bintang and not counting the one at Pavillion and Berjaya Times Square. 

Starbucks Christmas 2019 come early on 5 Nov

Keep merry and drink coffee because the seasonal Starbucks Christmas 2019 range has landed in Malaysia! Mark the date for 5 Nov to drop by Starbucks outlets nationwide to check out a wide range of merchandises, food and of course, the Christmassy drinks.

Starbucks Pumpkin Spice Latte finally in Malaysia

Everytime October comes around, there will be the same hue and cry from Starbucks fans in Malaysia. The same demand for the famous Pumpkin Spice Latte often made available annually in Australia. After so long, Starbucks is officially bringing its much-anticipated Pumpkin Spice Latte o Malaysia , finally fulfilling decades of Malaysians’ call for the most essential coffee beverage of the season

Aka now everyone can be a basic bitch.