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Phuket has always been on our list of places to visit and rif had already planned and booked our year-end vacation to the island when we received an invite from Accor Asia Pacific last month, to experience Accor Thai and all it has to offer. We visited three of Accor’s resorts in Phuket, Khao Lak...
Ishin Japanese Dining along Old Klang Road has been around for more than 5 years if I remembered correctly – a popular spot for Japanese expats to kick back over sake and beer, coupled with good Japanese food. Until today, Ishin still boasts a steady stream of regulars even on a Sunday, where the place...
As many of you probably noticed on Facebook and Instagram, Bangsarbabe.com celebrated 8 years of blogging and social media success on 5th November 2015, and Haig Club supported the event as our main sponsor. rif and I have been planning this since March and we’re so glad to have Haig Club on board with us...
Cant believe its been 8 years since rif and I started Bangsarbabe.com! Today, Bangsar Babe is no longer just a blog but a trademarked brand that is recognized both locally and internationally. To my dear readers, Thank you for supporting my blogging journey thus far. Its been an...
If I could only pick one thing to eat in Bukit Mertajam, it would definitely be the duck egg char kuay teow. There’s just something about the char kuay teow that I find incredibly addictive – a delicious mess that comes laden with wok-hei and flavoured with soy sauce and pork lard. There are two...
By Fashion Writer: Wei Ni Lee As a teenager, I’ve always had a clear vision in my head as to how my wedding gown would look like should I ever decide to take the plunge and let someone put a ring on me. But that doesn’t mean that I do not appreciate checking out stunning [] The post Nuevo Estilo...
In my uni days, I often had steamboat dinners in my apartment, regardless of the number of people eating with me. I would even eat steamboat alone, as there’s something soothing about tucking into a potful of soup and condiments. I guess it reminded me of home a little bit as steamboat meals are a...
La Mar by Gaston Acurio is one of the finest restaurants in Miami and I was fortunate enough to find time to dine there when I was in the city last month. The restaurant is located in Mandarin Oriental Miami a stunning space that focuses a lot of the freshest local seafood and ingredients []...
Writer: Kent Chua 1) I proposed to my girlfriend of 10 years on a helicopter and she said yes! 2) I danced like nobody was watching in front of Duomo in Milan 3) I explored the wild safari of Africa on 4WD 4) I skydived from 14000 ft in Gold Coast 5) I [] The post 30...
In this day and age, we’ve gotten so accustomed to shopping online – from clothes and make-up, right down to groceries. I’ve been pretty hooked on online shopping, especially for home décor and kitchen appliances. It’s like a stress relief, browsing through sites looking for the best deals. One of...
Bowery Petit is a gourmet and retail concept that is inspired by New York City’s heritage, located in the suburbs of TTDI. The café exudes a Manhattan-esque look and feel, and the team aims to bring together hearty favourites that includes 22-inch pizzas, sweet and savoury treats and other baked goods.
By Fashion Writer: Wei Ni Lee Timberland will always hold a special place in my heart. It is the one of the few brands that my dad loves and believes in! He has always loved the quality comfort of a pair of Timberland boots. I for one have never really seen the fuss in a [] The post Timberland...
As most of you read on FB and Instagram, Toby left us last Saturday (24th October 2015) at 9.10pm. It devastated both rif and I, as we loved him very very much and did all we could to save him. I was not only filled with grief and devastation, but with anger and fury at [] The post Goodbye Toby...
Thai food happens to be one of my favourites; there’s plenty to like about the assortment of flavours, colours and fiery notes in this cuisine. Tiffin’s in Mid Valley is one of the newest Thai restaurants to open in Klang Valley and given its background (the outlet is managed by the same owners as...
Phuket – an island that’s tear drop shaped is known for its beautiful beaches and naughty nightlife is foreign to me. I’ve never been until last week, when I accepted an invitation by Accor Asia Pacific to check out their resorts in Phuket, Khao Lak and Krabi. It was a media trip and one of []...
Kali Little Restaurant is a smorgasbord for seafood lovers – a humble restaurant with zinc roof and tattered tablecloths. But what matters at Kali Little Restaurant isnt its facade; it is the food or importantly, the large crabs. They come in various styles – sweet sour, salted fish, kam...
I have a confession – I’m a fried chicken addict. There’s just something about the crispy skin and flesh that glistens in its own juice and oil that makes me drool in excitement. While Lim Fried Chicken makes the cut for one of the tastiest fried chickens in town, there’s another stall that serves...
Im quite the creature of habit a trait I got from my parents, who tend to dine at the same restaurant each week/month. Chakri Palace in KLCC was one of them; a favourite of my father who orders the same dishes every time were there. The menu has since evolved and now comprises modern...
Rough feet makes one of my pet peeves when it comes to body care – we tend to neglect our feet as we think no one is going to see them. But I like the sole of my feet soft and smooth, which is difficult as I often walk and stand in heels. I was [] The post Scholl Velvet Smooth Express Pedi appeared...
Rail Canteen in Kota Damansara has plenty of potential – run by the family members of the original Kluang Railway Coffee in Johor. The décor at the Kota Damansara outlet is modern yet unpretentious, with plenty of natural light through the large window panels. The place gets pretty packed come lunchtime;...