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Obanhmi, Damansara Uptown
My first Banh Mi experience was in 2012 when I was at a popular Vietnamese shop in ION Orchard, Singapore. Everyone was raving about it but I vaguely remembered the bread to be chewy and stuffed with...
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Anis Puteri Corner, Pantai Dalam
I’m a big fan of Malay nasi campur especially the ones from the east coast, namely Kelantan. The dishes are heavily influenced by Thai cuisine, with emphasis on sugar and coconut milk – expect the...
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Fashion Updates: Peep Boutique #4
In life, we have all met some people who turned out to be a complete waste of time and effort. I’ve had my fair share of these people – from friends who simply refuse to get their act together and make...
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Tiffin Tea Set at Casa Del Rio, Melaka
While many establishments serve afternoon tea on a three-tier plate stand, I like how Casa del Rio serves theirs – in a tiffin carrier, often used in a Peranakan household. This was a nice change from...
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Kam Heong Coffeeshop, PJ State
My father in-law comes from Melaka and one of the few things he love that I cannot stomach is wantan mee, red-tinged from the use of chilli sauce. That’s how they eat it in Melaka and I was shocked...
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Chu Yoke Weng, Penang
My first encounter of pipa duck was in a small town called Lunas and I’ve since become a fan of this dish that is both crispy and meaty. Then I discovered the duck from Chu Yoke Weng, sold in a...
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7 Years of Blogging
As the blog turns 7 this year, I ponder and reflect on the journey of Bangsarbabe.com, the hardships and tribulations faced, and the good fortunes and opportunities that arose from it. It isn’t just a...
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Happy Birthday Rif!
For the past 3 years, rif has been getting me themed birthday cakes on my special day. I’ve had a tiara cake, a handbag cake and this year, a Tiffany cake. All were lovely and so well thought of by...
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Shucked, The Gardens Mid Valley
My first encounter with fresh oysters wasn’t particularly a memorable one. It was close to a decade ago at a popular hotel buffet of that time. Rows of supposedly fresh oysters, displayed on a bed of...
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New Chef, New Menu at Mandarin Grill
Fine dining was never a forte of mine and it still isn’t – I’m constantly learning from new dining experiences and chefs I meet, both locally and abroad. I learnt a great deal about the fine dining...
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Chuup, Damansara Jaya
I’ve heard a lot of good things about the pork chop at Chuup, a cosy restaurant in Damansara Jaya. rif was determined to give this place a try even after three failed attempts on our end, but we...
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Fuego at Troika Sky Dining
Dining with a view has always been one that tops my list of places to visit and the latest addition to Troika Sky Dining – Fuego – makes one of those places. This casual restaurant and bar overlooks...
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Chicken House, Solaris Mont Kiara
In Malaysia, KFC stands for more than just Kentucky Fried Chicken. To me, it could also mean “Klang Fried Chicken” or my comfort food – Korean Fried Chicken. There’s a lot more appeal to twice fried...
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Toby & Mori
Two months ago, rif and I adopted Toby, a malnourished kitten Hanim found outside her apartment. He was only 4 months old then and it took him a few weeks to get used to a house environment – he is now...
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Si Chuan Dou Hua at Parkroyal Kuala Lumpur
Sichuan cuisine is often full of surprises — there is always an element of heat and it comes at you in many ways. Sometimes, it hits you hard at first bite and sometimes, it starts mild and builds up...
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Wedding anniversary getaway
rif and I celebrated our wedding anniversary this month – our 3rd. And while we’re still considered recently married, it doesn’t stop me from finding out that “happily ever after” is not a given. It...
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Prime, Le Meridien Kuala Lumpur
There’s a lot to love about Prime steakhouse – its masculine décor, large arm chairs and open kitchen with a view of the chefs at work. I think the restaurant has aged well, creating a name of its own...
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Naughty Babe Dirty Duck, Desa Sri Hartamas
The name Naughty Babe Dirty Duck (NBDD) more or less sums up what the restaurant specialises in – pork and duck. Located in Desa Sri Hartamas, the restaurant interior gives out a ranch-style vibe....
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Piggy Tail, Bangsar
When Piggy Tail replaced Foodtique in Bangsar Baru, I already knew what to expect from the menu – especially with such a porcine sounding name. I was a little sad to see one of our regular dining...
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Zui Le Xuan Dim Sum, Ipoh
In our most recent visit to Ipoh, rif and I tried a dim sum place that was recommended by his colleague called Zui Le Xuan. Finding the place was tricky as he couldn’t remember the name of the shop....
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