This is way way outdated post… I am embarrassed to mention the least. We were on our way to meet up with another friend of us when the sky turned gray and we were early to our ‘date’ therefore, my partner in crime suggested to make a short stop at Shaw Parade for a coffee session.

To me, the best place to be at when it is pouring is definitely in the cozy of a café. The smell of brewing coffee beans, titter tatter of the rain against the window, the slashing sound of the water from the vehicle and of course, the transformation of the grey clouds (without the thunder and lightning).

The little café is almost no place available we waited for a while for a couple to leave to have their table. While we were looking through the menu, the waitress so patiently explain to us and gave us suggestions based on our preference.

We were at Typica café when it is raining. Small and cozy with lots of window, we were greeted by their cheery staff and they are very patient in explaining to us the type of coffee and their recommendation according to our taste and needs.

Located inside of Carrefour Wangsa Maju is Jombali, a halal family restaurant which serves Malaysian food. They serve a wide variety of food besides Malaysian food of Malay, Chinese and Indians; there is also the Western and Nyonya cuisine. Cozy with its warm lighting and wood furnishing just like how Balinese would do. There are even cushions on the benches to make you more comfy.

We started off by ordering dishes from their new menu.

Onde Onde . . . it is a rather strange name for a restaurant. It reminds me of the soft chewy kuih filled with sweet gula Melaka when it was bitten into it – sort of like the Malay siao long bao. Packing up and leaving the office as punctual as we are hoping that we could to get to Desa ParkCity on time. Braving the traffic congestion from work, we were late for our appointment of which we took 40 minutes.

Before we enter the restaurant of for our dinner, we took a quick snap of the signage at the entrance.


The interior of the restaurant brought back the nostalgic feel of the Nyonya Restaurant. With its antique china on the wall, the stone table and the colourful decorated stool it does brought the feeling of being transported back to the past where you can enjoy a good nice cup of coffee with some friends while chatting after a good long day at work.

It will be a good way to catch up with your friends over the weekend to have a good time during the broad day light other than having a good cuppa at a nice place. According to a magazine, "Cafe Barbera started off as purveyor of gourmet Italian coffee and now have their own chain of cafes to prepare authentic Italian coffee."

Cafe Barbera was converted from one of the bungalow along Lorong Maarof. It has that warm and cozy feeling with the smell of roasted coffee bean when you enter the cafe. Just love the smell of coffee bean. They have a wide selection of Italian coffee to choose from. Other than expecting nice food, we the photo bugs of the small potato group are looking for nice presentation as well. =) We were so happy to see that the coffee does have coffee art . . . almost all . . .

Was browsing through some magazines when I came accross Levain Boulangerie & Patisserie, KL in the Jusco Pearl Magazine, Issue 62. Then a few of us from the 'Small Potatoes' decided to go for a session since so many people was talking about it.

Firstly, apology as I had not jotted down the names and price of the food we had eaten. Hence, will describe it as accurately as possible to the food we had ordered.

Wendy and Foozie had ordered their mushroom soup. They had mentioned that it is a must to have that in Levain. Cream of Mushroom, creamy and with chunks of mushroom and dash of spice too.

Authentic Sichuan Cantonese flavours at Si Chuan Dou Hua Restaurant

Led by two experience Chefs – Wong Yunghai from Sichuan and Chinese Chef Chew Chee Kuong; the restaurant boasts an extensive a a-la carte menu featuring Sichuan specialities while complemented by a selection of Cantonese favourites. The restaurant had won many awards which they are being awarded as one of Malaysia’s Best Restaurant as well as Award of Excellence for Best Value Meal at the Malaysia International Gourmet Festival 2008 (MIGF).


Si Chuan Dou Hua Restaurant is a renowned authentic Sichuan serving both traditional Sichuan and Cantonese cuisine (pork-free). Malaysia’s first Si Chuan Dou Hua Restaurant is the third branch of the Si Chuan Dou Hua chain of restaurant at PARKROYAL Kuala Lumpur since July 2003. Located at the Lower Lobby of the hotel, Si Chuan Dou Hua Restaurant features a dramatic entrance flanked by discreetly illuminated glass etchings and zen-like surrounding with chinese instrumental music in the background. The restaurant is capable of taking 145 diners at any one time in its comfortable contemporary and elegant settings.

Had been craving for cakes lately... was shopping with my buddies and came across San Terri Cottage at The Gardens. I remember YH did mentioned that she had bought this Black Magic awhile ago while we were doing a food review at Impromptu, Menara Hap Seng that it is good. Therefore... capitulate to my cravings.

Frozen yogurt are around sprouting in and around the Klang valley. Here, Crumbs came all the way from Hong Kong to Malaysia. Their first outlet in Pavilion, Kuala Lumpur was opened not too long ago.

There wasn't much difference to the fact that you can dress up your frozen yogurt to your liking with their variety of 24 exclusive topping made with premium ingredients which are mostly prepared daily. Ranging from fresh fruits like blueberry, strawberry, mango, raspberry, lychee, nata de coco, peach, caramelized banana to other sweet toppings such as dark chocolate chip, condensed milk, chocolate chip, mini marshmallow, granola, cornflakes, oreo, digestive biscuit, maltesers, rainbow sprinkle, M&Ms and gummy bears. And of course, not forgetting their homemade toppings of mini meringue, mochi, green tea mochi, roasted peanut mix and the house crumbs.


Here at Crumbs, the frozen yogurt are silky soft and smooth to the taste buds with only one original flavour. Their yogurt are are made with no added water and no added ice to create the smooth texture of the yogurt. To topped it of with their signature topping - the crumbs; are delicious and I totally agree it is an original.

Wellness Recipe with their concept of 'Back To Nature' started with organic goods before venturing into food and beverage. Their restaurant is located in the new building, Boulevard facing the Sprint Highway. Just before the petrol station on the way to the Tropicana.

In a modern green and white interior setting it creates a clean and cozy environment. After we were briefed of the company we were served with their healthy meal.

A friend should be one in whose understanding and virtue we can equally confide, and whose opinion we can value at once for its justness and its sincerity.
- Robert Hall -

Friend in need is a friend indeed. Working day in day out had made each and everyone of us exhausted in some way or another. Sometimes issues made us even temperamental especially when you least expected it. I had my share too . . . That is when friends come to mind as the savior.

I know I needed to someone to listen to my rambling and comfort food when everything I do and see gets to my nerves. Finally had the chance to get together with my "Mama-friend". We exchange experience and stories of all sorts. I went over to Klang with my other buddy for the tete-a-tete session.

Kalamazoo Café, located at Aman Suria. Just a few blocks away from my office, and with the deal of hahah came just right when we are looking for somewhere for food. My lovely colleague treated me and my partner-in-crime for dinner from the hahah deal which he bought - At a 51% discount, the dinner which cost RM52.80 are RM25.90

After a hard week, we needed something to crave on our sweet tooth. Pamela and hubby, YH and another good friend of ours MY, we are decided to go to Häagen-Dazs to try their on promotion and recomended smoothies from their smoothie creations section - Endless Summer

A little store in purple and the whiff of durians when you walk past. You wouldn't miss the dessert counter at the mall. Founded by Ch'ng Lee Lee, whom was a air-stewardess before venturing into the business. She used to prepare for her friends and family before starting it off as a business.


We started off our line of desserts with their best sellers, the durian pancake.

Redefining Chic Eating with Contemporary Fine Dining and Fresh Nuevo Cuisine

The Upper Deck, Tanzini is at the upper floor of the 28th floor restaurant at GTower. Nestled along the busy road of Jalan Tun Razak one could get a clear view of the Kuala Lumpur skyline especially the Twin Tower.

Celebrate Mid-Autumn Festival with Unique Starbucks Experience - The Art of Giving

Mid-Autumn Festival or better known as the Mooncake Festival is a yearly tradition celebration for the Chinese community around the world. This year Starbucks provides you with a unique experience of four delightful trats that will enhance and tantalize your tastebuds to a brand new level of excitement

It will be available on the shelf from 2nd August 2011 till 12th September 2011.

New bakery was in town. My sister told me about it not too long ago while they were still under construction. She told me it was the same contractor whom work for the Levain's. Now that it is opened, I can see the similarity.

I was home early from work and parents were still in the kitchen preparing dinner. Both me and my sister was looking for something for dessert when she reminded me of this bakery. We bought Custard donut, Caramel Brioche and some macaroons.

I was after our early dinner that we wanted to have some dessert to wash down the yummy dinner. We set out to Kuchai Lama for some dessert at Sweet Hut. There are quite alot of options there but there is no Tau Hu Hua. Pudding mainly. Pudding of different variety from Hong Kong chef.

The interior of the shop is decorated in white and red, located at the main shop facing the main road. After being seated, we made our order - 


Fresh fruits and mango pudding with cookies ice-cream - RM9.80 from the Fresh fruits series.

Caren had invited us to her home over the weekend to finish the ice-cream we bought to her place the last time. And she is doing something new at her place (Steam-care from Wusien Consume-Merchant (M) Sdn Bhd, steaming for health purposes) other than doing Gourmet Cottage which is open to public dining during the weekend.

I had craved for banana split and pasta for a few days now. The time is just right when Caren's invitation came. With such good cook and the craving for some desserts, we then decided to make the event of desserts. Had gone through various food blogs on ideas to make. Then she decided that we have strawberry mousse, chocolate banana ice-cream and filo of something.

And the menu is finalize on the day itself. We have spaghetti balognese for lunch and our main event of desserts - choco banana filo with ice cream and strawberry mousse.

Food prepared with passion and flair

Warm greetings from the waitress and waiter as we enter the classy and contemporary environment of the restaurant. We were promptly shown to our table.

A little late for this post but how could I miss this event out organize by my dear friend. It was during the Chinese New Year visitation cum gathering at my dear friend's house. She is a good cook and loves to feed us with lots of food.

How could CNY without a Yee Sang? Our abalone yee sang compliments from Xin Yun.
And the table is full with food, more than enough to feed all of us!