Murni Discovery at Bukit Jalil

From the word of mouth, I discovered that there is a Murni at Bukit Jalil. It is called the Murni Discovery and I am uncertain whether it is a branch out of the SS2 Murni or a brand name of its own. However, the menu looks similar and it is packed like the SS2 Murni.

The Murni Discovery at Bukit Jalil is located near the AFC (Asian Football Confederation) office. It is just a few turns from the AFC building. The map is at below.

I ordered the Sizzling Chicken Chop for RM 12. This is a double grilled chicken with cheese and black pepper and compliments with fries and coleslaw. The taste is okay, nothing over the moon. However, for that price you are getting double grilled chicken chop and it is good enough for sharing.

Rachel ordered Mee Goreng Napolean for RM 15. It is mee goreng with Napolean chicken. The Napolean chicken is decent and the portion is good for two.

For drinks, we shared the Bollywood Fantasy, a fruit punch made from mango and jintan putih.

Overall, it is the same as the SS2 Murni. The good is a combination of fusion and creativity. It is just that you can easily get places to dine at Murni Discovery at Bukit Jalil. Will go there again indefinitely for other food.

Opening Hours:

8.00 AM – 2.00 AM (Closed Mondays)

Murni at Bukit Jalil  Address and Map:

No 41, Jalan 16/155C, Bandar Bukit Jalil, 57000 K.L

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Durian Puff at 1A Crispy Puffs Soekarno-Hatta International Airport Jakarta

In one of the most unexpected places, I finally tasted the infamous durian puff of 1A Crispy Puffs at Soekarno-Hatta International Airport Jakarta. Originated from Singapore, you can find 1A Crispy Puffs in a few areas in Kuala Lumpur.

Soekarno-Hatta International Airport Jakarta is packed as usual. I remembered arriving to the airport waiting for my luggage was as if I was in a huge market. Even before I stepped out of the airport, I can feel the presence of the “wrath of Jakarta”.

Back to the puffs, so on my way flying back to Kuala Lumpur, I stumbled upon the 1A Crispy Puffs. Being myself, I ordered the infamous durian puff. On top of the durian puffs, they sell black pepper, yam, sweet corn, sardine and curry and egg puffs. I still prefer the durian.

Crispy on the outside and creamy durian fillings, it seems hard to complain. Priced at 9500 RP, it didn’t smell as much as I thought, you can easily smuggle out the durian puffs.

1A Crispy Puffs Soekarno-Hatta International Airport Jakarta Address:

Terminal 1A, Jl. Bandara Soekarno Hatta, Jakarta

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Kansai International Airport, Osaka, Japan -World’s Most Beautiful Airport

I still remember watching History Channel’s Mega Structures and amazed by Kansai International Airport, the world’s largest airport on a man-made island two miles off the coast of Osaka.

It is built 1994 and designed by architect Renzo Piano and it is a single, sunlight filled tube with a supersize airplane fuselage that stretches more than a mile. Creating the man-made airport is not an easy task and it takes more than a genius mind to maintain the airport.

(Nikko Kansai Hotel)
The airport often referred as a city.

The size of the airport is similar to the size of the country Monaco. Imagine that size and that capacity. It was my dream to visit the airport and I fulfilled my dream last year.

To recognize its beauty, It is voted as the World’s Most Beautiful Airport by TravelandLeisure website and how could you argue that?

(One of the exhibits in the airport)
Read also: Ushuaia – Malvinas Argentinas International Airport – World’s Most Beautiful Airport

(Tourism Malaysia advertisement in the airport)

(Spotted my friend Tiffany here in Kansai Airport)

(Sorry for the grainy picture, it was very hazy. This is the aerial shot of Kansai International Airport)
There are many things to do in Kansai International Airport but sadly we didn’t manage time for that. Hence, we were too taken away by the cities of Kansai, Osaka, Nara and Kyoto. We will hope to venture it one day.

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AFC Premieres A One-Hour Special Original Production Featuring Japanese Celebrity Chef of AFC Fame, Sho Naganuma in June 2013!

On Monday, 17 June at 10.00pm, The Asian Food Channel (AFC) will premiere its newest addition to the One Night Series to its 130 million viewers in twelve countries. Foodies in Malaysia can catch Japanese chef, Sho Naganuma as he takes on the herculean challenge of cooking seven (7) prestigious dinners over the course of seven (7) days in this exciting AFC Original Production. The programme, ‘One Night in Langkawi – Sho Naganuma’, will air nationwide in Malaysia on Astro, Channel 703.

The one-hour episode (1x60mins), which was filmed in collaboration with BMW Malaysia, is set against the backdrop of the beautiful Four Seasons Resort Langkawi. In such a luxurious setting, Chef Sho Naganuma, is tasked to cook seven grand beachfront dinners over seven days for the launch of BMW’s latest 7 series car. After years of working in world-class kitchens, and holding the role of Executive Chef at Hide Yamamato restaurant, an exclusive multi-concept restaurant situated at the luxurious Marina Bay Sands, Singapore, Chef Sho is used to working under pressure. However, with VIP and honourable guests flying to Langkawi to taste his signature creations, he knows that there is no room for error. Before embarking on the journey,he even takes a trip back home to Japan to seek advice and inspiration from his mentor and world-renowned chef, Hide Yamamoto.

Maria Brown, Chief Executive Officer and Co-Founder of the Asian Food Channel said, “Chef Sho is a wonderful chef and we are very happy that he was able to participate in the filming of this original production. The feat of cooking seven gourmet dinners over seven days for a guest list of discerning palates is highly challenging and you can be sure that the pressure from the kitchen will be captured for everyone to see. We are excited to be able to share the beautiful landscape that Malaysian islands such as Langkawi can offer, and viewers can definitely look forward to enjoying yet another quality production from AFC’s extensive original portfolio.”
Dr. Gerhard Pils, President and CEO, BMW Group Malaysia added, “We wanted the introduction of the new BMW 7 series to be more than just an ordinary event. The BMW 7 Series is the most luxurious car BMW has to offer and when presented with such an exquisite piece of workmanship, the car deserves to be celebrated as such. World-class cuisines and luxury experiences are truly the perfect partnership and it is all too special that we at BMW Group Malaysia indulge our loyal customers with such an experience that would touch and complement their five senses. All of our esteemed guests thoroughly enjoyed the dinners and I can’t wait to share the experience with all of the AFC viewers.”

Chef Sho Naganuma’s love for food blossomed at a young age. He took his first step into the kitchen with his father at the tender age of six, who taught him how to prepare traditional Japanese dishes. It was this experience that made a lasting impression on him and helped to spark an interest, which eventually became a life-long passion.
‘One Night in Langkawi – Sho Naganuma’ is the second AFC Original Production to star this talented chef. Chef Sho first saw his television career come to life when he starred in Great Dinners of the World, which featured him and three other highly talented Asian chefs from Malaysia on their travels in France and Scotland where they cooked for influential guests and even the royalty.
The One Night Series, filmed by AFC, documents celebrity chef’s who are at the top of their game, challenging themselves to cook world-class dinners for Asia’s elite. Don’t forget to catch the premiere of ‘One Night in Langkawi – Sho Naganuma’, exclusively on the Asian Food Channel, Monday, 17 June at 10.00pm on Astro, Channel 703.
For more information about the Asian Food Channel and its programmes, please visit www.asianfoodchannel.com.

About Asian Food Channel
The Asian Food Channel (AFC) is the region’s first 24-hour food channel dedicated to airing the
best food and lifestyle programming from around the region and the world.
Based in Singapore, AFC’s wide Asian distribution footprint covers twelve territories and 130
million viewers, on basic tiers of all the major pay TV platforms across Asia.
The channel leads the ratings in its territories, regularly achieving the #1 lifestyle channel in
terms of popularity and loyalty. It has achieved a broad following from young teenage food
lovers and empty nesters to trendy urban females and aspiring male chefs.
AFC’s online presence supports the channel with programme information, recipes, original
content and an e-commerce store. As such AFC regularly executes 360 degree advertising and
marketing campaigns and solutions for leading FMCG, Financial and Travel brands.
AFC broadcasts on:
- Astro Channel 703 (Malaysia and Brunei)
- StarHub Channel 435 (Singapore)
- First Media Digital 1 Channel 76 (Jakarta, Indonesia)
- TelkomVision Channel 116 or Channel 401 (Groovia TV) (Jakarta, Indonesia)
- Indovision Channel 240 (Jakarta, Indonesia)
- Aora TV Channel 318 (Jakarta, Indonesia)
- Nexmedia 210 (Jakarta, Indonesia)
- Topas TV Channel 302 (Jakarta, Indonesia)
- now TV Channel 527 (Hong Kong)
- Skycable Channel 22 (Philippines)
- Dream Satellite Channel 27 (Philippines)
- Cignal Channel 26 (Philippines)
- Univision Channel 84 (Mongolia)
- PPCTV Channel 22 (Wireless) or Channel 7 (Digital) (Cambodia)
- C-Skynet Channel 59 (China)
- CTH (Thailand)
- TV-ing (Korea)
Please visit www.asianfoodchannel.com for more information.
AFC is a subsidiary of Scripps Networks Interactive.

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Detian Waterfall Daxin China

Some say it is one of the most beautiful waterfalls in the China while some goes to the extent to the world. I have not been such an adventurous traveller but I travelled to Nanning to visit this waterfall.

While Air Asia opened a new flying route to Nanning capital of Guangxi late last year, I took the opportunity to visit this part of China given the early bird air ticket promotions.

There is nothing much to do in Nanning but you can have the option to travel out of Nanning to places like Daxin and Bama. Detian waterfalls lies at the border of China and Vietnam and traveling from Nanning will take around four hours of driving.

During the journey, you will be mesmerised by the scenic beauty of Guangxi portraying a similar landscape of scenic Guilin. There are also a few attractions available near Detian, I will write about it later or update this post in near future.

As Detian waterfall becomes a popular attraction in recent years, the place has turned to a park. There is an entrance fee (like many other attractions in China) and optional add on things like bamboo raft ride.

The view of the Detian waterfall is breathtaking and the river acts the border of Vietnam and China. Vietnam is just across the river and there is also a waterfall by the name of Ban Gioc.

Traveling to this part of the world during winter is cold. You get a 10 – 15 degree Celsius kind of weather so getting a thick jacket will be a wise choice.

(The waterfalls in Vietnam across the river)

While we hopped on the bamboo raft, come the cigarette sellers in small bamboo rafts from Vietnam side. As I was traveling with the locals, many of them impressed with low prices of Vietnamese cigarettes.

You will get the hang of it as they kept pestering you even though I told them that I don’t smoke. Even though they kept trying but they didn’t steal my attention from the beautiful waterfall.

The view of the waterfall is speechless. While many waterfalls are popular with its height and width, Detian is otherwise. Detian is a multi-tier waterfall and it gets prettier during summer with more water flow as I was told.

You will try to take the picture of the waterfall in as many angles as possible.

I took it from the bamboo raft.

And I also took it from river side near the waterfall.

Not forgetting I took it from the top of the waterfall.

And last but not least I took it from far at pathway near the exit of the park.

The things you can do at Detian Waterfall are to find all the border stones and the border market near the top of the waterfall.

Even though the visit took an hour or two, I didn’t regret visiting the waterfall. Most of the tours to Detian is a 2 days 1 night trip and you will be staying at the border town of Shoulong. Lastly, if you are planning to visit Nanning, you can join the local tour to visit Detian Waterfall. If you plan to book it from Malaysia, please email me at placesandfoods@gmail for tour packages available. Thank you.

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Hot Star Large Fried Chicken is in Malaysia!

A few years ago, I bumped to Hot Star Large Fried Chicken in Hong Kong and there were a massive queue. When you see a queue like that, you know it must be good.

Read: Taiwanese Famous Hot Star Fried Chicken (豪大大雞排) is now available in Mong Kok, Hong Kong

This popular fried chicken is origin from the famous Shilin Night Market from Taipei, Taiwan. Established in 1992, Hot Star Fried Chicken popularity has expanded to Hong Kong and now it is in Malaysia. So far I know they opened 3 outlets, one in Subang SS15, one in Pavilion and one in Queensbay Mall Penang.

I went to the Subang outlet. My mission was simple, to try their original large fried chicken. Even though I went to Taipei in 1998 but I didn’t manage to try this so I drove to Subang just to try this.

The original large fried chicken is priced at RM 8. Judging from the size of it, it is the biggest large or XXL fried chicken in Malaysia.

The taste? Well, this is the best of the best. The meat is tender and the taste did not over run by the skin. Many of its competitor has thick crispy starchy skin but this is Hot Star’s version is thin crispy and not starchy. For that, the large fried chicken is softer and juicier.

I am glad Hot Star Large Fried Chicken finally opened in Malaysia. I will definitely go again for its other flavours and products.

Hot Star Large Fried Chicken Subang Address and Contact:

57, Jalan SS15/8A, opposite Asia Cafe Subang

Tel: 03 80810148

https://www.facebook.com/hotstarmalaysia

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Capitol Satay Celup Bukit Cina Melaka

Most of you all know that there are two famous satay celup restaurants in Melaka. One is Ban Lee Siang and another one is Capitol. However, there is another 3^rd one, the Cathay Satay Celup but that was long gone many years ago. Recently, I heard they relocate to a new place and it’s called Kingtu Restaurant (it’s original name). Before I go and hunt down Kingtu Restaurant, let’s focus on Capitol Satay Celup.

At Lorong Bukit Cina, you often spot a long queue outside a restaurant and that is Capitol. They open from 6pm daily except Tuesday and they have only one outlet, no branches and no franchise businesses.

There are always this talk on which is the better satay celup restaurant? Capitol or Ban Lee Siang. While the locals and my father prefer Ban Lee Siang, I prefer Capitol.

Unlike BLS, Capitol does not recycle their spicy peanut gravy. That is one of the key points I prefer Capitol and their gravy is thicker too.

They have heaps of variety of ingredients and most of them looked fresh. No matter what you pick, you pay the same price. It is now RM 0.90 per stick. Gone are the days of RM 0.60 per stick.

There is something many people didn’t notice. When your table is full of used satay sticks, the owner will come and offer premium food at the same price. The premium food includes large size prawns, baby abalones and sliced abalones. He will put a few on your table and it’s up to you whether you want it or not.

The only thing I hate about Capitol is the long queue. Some might find it senseless to queue for satay celup but nowadays, everywhere else in Melaka is either packed or you have to bear with long queues too. The choice is always on your hand and if I want to dine at Capitol, I will make sure that I will be there early.

Capitol Satay Celup Restaurant Address, Contact and GPS:

41, Lorong Bukit Cina, 75100 Melaka

Opening Hours: Daily 6.00pm onwards, Mon closed

GPS Coordinates: 2.1953, 102.2523

Tel: 06-2835508

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Oysterbeds Restaurant Coffin Bay South Australia

If you love fresh oysters, you will be in love with Port Lincoln. In Coffin Bay, it is the home to one of the biggest oyster farms in Australia.

Like the mussels, each and single oyster is inspected for its quality and size. The mussels are farm at quiet waters of Coffin Bay.

You can find oysters in every restaurant and market in Port Lincoln. One of the highly recommended restaurants for fresh oysters is the Oysterbeds Restaurant in Coffin Bay itself.

They just get the best oysters fresh from the oyster farm. They are just a stone throw away from the Coffin Bay jetty how convenience. Oysterbeds restaurant is a simple place. It has indoor and outdoor seating and I prefer sitting outdoor getting the chilly winds from the Coffin Bay.

The lunch started with the platter of Angasi oysters, the native Coffin Bay oysters. It is a mixture of natural oysters with Kampuchean and Mignonette oysters. I prefer the natural with a few drops of fresh lemon.

Of course you can beat the fresh oysters I had at the oyster farm of the sea but this is the best you can get out of the farm. It is juicy and you can have as many as you want to get the “iron” rush.

Other than oysters, Port Lincoln is also popular with the Southern Bluefin Tuna. It is one of the best Bluefin tuna in the world and it is conserved and protected through quota fishing in South Australia unlike some other places in the world. To enjoy the quality Bluefin tuna, you have to eat it the Japanese way, sashimi or raw. Just dip it onto the soy sauce with bits of wasabi roots and enjoy the freshness and the texture of it.

Deep fried salt and pepper prawns and Ocean Jacket was next. Ocean Jacket is related to leather jacket and it also nicknamed as Chinaman leatherjacket. I am not sure how that name comes by but ocean jacket is pricier than leatherjacket. Ocean jacket can be found only in Australia. Try it if this hits your curious bud.

Lastly, I had a Sicilian dish, the Tuna Stemperanata. Stemperata is a type of sauce made with capers, onion, tomatoes, garlic, sultanas and olives and originated from Italy. This is my first time having these and I must say, interesting flavours. Of course, the taste didn’t really overwhelm the goodness of the tuna.

The Oysterbeds in Coffin Bay combines relaxed coastal dining with an ever-changing menu and fabulous South Australian wines. With glass-fronted windows, enjoy the splendid panorama of Coffin Bay. If you are in Coffin Bay why not check out the Oysterbeds Restaurant?

Oysterbeds Restaurant Address and Contact:

61 Esplanade

Coffin Bay SA 5607

Tel: + 61 8 8685 4000

www.oysterbeds.com.au

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Special come 4 pay 2 Sunday Lunch Buffet at Westin Grande Sukhumvit, Bangkok

There is something happening in Bangkok again! If you are in Bangkok, you should read this.

This Sunday treat your family to a gourmet feast at our Sunday Lunch Buffet and enjoy a special “Come 4 Pay 2” offer.

Throughout June, July and August at The Westin Grande Sukhumvit, Bangkok the whole family can choose from an array of delectable  international cuisine includes ‘a la minute’ cuisine prepared at live cooking stations, and an extensive selection of Mediterranean cuisine such as fresh pasta dishes, wood-fired pizza, and crisp salads, and tasty dishes the youngsters will love.

New and delicious highlights will include:

•       Alaskan King crab legs

•       Foie gras served at your table

•       Grill station with fresh snow fish, rock lobster, succulent Australian    beef and lamb

•       Live station with freshly sushi and sashimi

I tried the Alaskan King crab legs and there were dozens of it there but Foie gras served at your table will be the highlight.

There’s also tempting desserts to give the children a treat on Sunday including heavenly Mövenpick ice cream, luscious crème brûlée, and much more. The youngsters can have fun at the Westin Kids Club^® with magician show, painting and a clown while adults enjoy music from a live band.

Special Come 4 Pay 2 Sunday Lunch Buffet is just Baht 2,190 net per adult!

Kids dine free! For every adult dining, two children up to the age of 10 can dine free.

Bring your friends or even your family there. There are so many activities for the kids, they will love it and don’t forget kids dine free! I don’t see any reasons you should not celebrate this special deals. Remember to ask for your additional privileges if you are a StarWood card holder.

Live music for Sunday lunch at Taste. Can we ask for more?

Terms & Conditions

• Offer applies to adults only
• Offer cannot be used in conjunction with other promotional discounts or voucher
• Advance reservation is required

Call now to make a reservation 02 207 8000 or email fb.bangkok@westin.com
Visit us on www.westingrandesukhumvit.com and find us on www.facebook.com/westinbangkok.

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Tai Hing HK Roast Changi Terminal 2

In the hunt for good airport food in Changi Airport Terminal 2, I found Tai Hing Hong Kong Roast. Well, of course there are heaps of restaurants in Terminal 2 Changi Airport but I chose Tai Hing Hong Kong Roast out of my love on Hong Kong food.

Like other airports in the world, the prices of food in Changi Airport slightly higher than what you can get in the city. This is due to the high rental and high operating costs of running a restaurant in the airport. I totally understand it.

If you dine in a Hong Kong based restaurant, you will always order their milk tea. Their cold version comes with a chilled milk tea. This is better as the ice won’t dilute the taste of the milk tea.

While the cold milk tea brought joy the rest were simply nothing amazing to talk about. Macaroni soup with ham and egg was nothing special and disappointing.

Like the macaroni, the wantan noodles was also another let down. Noodle was not cooked properly and the piece of char siew (BBQ pork) was so dry and tough. I don’t usually complain but the standard of food like these is giving them a bad name. Food starts from SG$ 10 per dish.

Tai Hing HK Roast Changi Terminal 2 Address and Contact:

60 Airport Boulevard

Changi Airport Terminal 2

Tel: 62143606

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