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It seems like staycation in DoubleTree by Hilton Johor Bahru has been a yearly affair for me. This is my third time staying here and this time round is rather different from the past. My first two staycation was with my parents because they have complimentary vouchers after signing up as Hilton Honors. But this time is a weekend staycation with my girlfriend just across the causeway. Read More

*Updated Sept 2022*
On Lok Yun is famous with its traditional and classic breakfast among locals and tourists. There are many reviews and photos of the place shared on social media platform. Just like any other coffeeshop across Asia countries, On Lok Yun has been around for more than 80 years. This reminds me of the Kong Thai Lai in Penang which has 100 over years of history. Read More

Putien restaurant at Kitchener road was awarded One Star for 2016 Michelin Guide Singapore. Nevertheless, the other chains are also serving quality dishes at reasonable prices. Putien specialises in Heng Hwa cuisines, a sub-category of Chinese cuisine. Its roots traced to Putian, a beautiful coastal town located in the Fujian province of China. Read More

Bangkok has quite a supply of bars with amazing views being feature across the media platform. The rooftop bars have become a tourist attraction other than a chilled out place. The Three Sixty Bar located at Millennium Hilton Bangkok is an underrated gem that many of the tourists are unaware about it. I am lucky enough to visit the rooftop bar on my recent visit to Bangkok. Read More

Cherry Garden located at Mandarin Oriental Singapore is well-known with Cantonese cuisine. There are many online reviews on their Dim Sum as well. I visited the restaurant a week before Chinese New Year for a reunion dinner with Eric. We were equally excited to check out their CNY menu but were disappointed on the day itself. We were told that the CNY menu is required to order in advance because it is not officially launched yet. We checked out other social media platforms and were not stated at all. Thus, we were quite disappointed. Read More

I am back to Thailand again after my trip to Hua Hin last year. This time round is to explore Bangkok. My hotel is just a few minutes walk away from EmQuartier Mall. This is the latest must-visit mall in Bangkok and you can find a lot of food choices here. Audrey Café & Bistro is one of the F&B listed. Read More

Whenever we are craving for Korean cuisine, the first thing is mind is to check out the restaurants located at Tanjong Pagar Road. There are so many Korean restaurants along the road and the latest addition is Hansul Korean Dining Bar. “Hansul” in Korean refers to bottoms up and this Korean restaurant and bar concept offers a wide range of alcohol and cocktails from different parts of Korea. You can find Makgeolli, Soju, Cheongju, Korean beers and other unique alcohol choices here which you do not usually find them in other Korean restaurants. And the best part is that it is open til 6am. That’s why I said another place to be in your supper list. Read More

Kuro Maguro is a concept by Misaki Megumi Suisan, a wholesaler of maguro and sashimi in Kanagawa Prefecture, Japan. Kuro Maguro is also under the same group as Eat At Seven, Suntec City. The restaurant is located just few steps away from Hattendo Japanese Bun if you are wondering where is it located. Read More

Kuro-Obi by Ippudo is officially opened on 13 January 2017 at Marina Bay Sands. I was there for their ramen tasting with fellow foodie. The kiosk is right next to Ippudo’s latest outlet in Singapore. Kuro-Obi which refers to Black Belt in Japanese was first unveiled in New York. Singapore outlet marks Kuro-Obi’s first overseas foray outside of New York. Read More

We are going to celebrate Chinese New Year in less than a week. Have you decide where to have your CNY feast this year? Melben Signature located at Tanjong Pagar could be your choice as they are not closing for this festive season. I visited Melben Signature during CNY period last year and I am glad to be back to check out their CNY menu for this year. Read More