Growingupwithjer

Hi everyone, it has been awhile! What happened to the food blog? Welllll... I'm not gonna lie but I was pretty fired up about it at the start. Taking photos of food and restaurants, scheduling time to make each weekly post, receiving "traction" on my blog and getting to interact (Virtually) with my fellow blogging …

Food recommendations: Pak Putra, Melaka

Class time! In general, South Indian food is more rice based- In a Malaysian context, that would mean banana leaf rice. Looking at North Indian food, it's more wheat based- consumed in the form of naan, rotis and chapatis. And if you're planning a trip to Melaka, I bet that you've heard of recommendations telling …

Klebang Original Coconut Shake @ Klebang Besar, Melaka

"Where to go to when you visit Melaka?" My friends always ask. And the first thing that pops to my mind (And probably theirs too): Klebang Coconut Shake. That's right. With such a reputation, everyone from all around Malaysia has probably heard of this place before, right? Grand entrance Before, Klebang Coconut Shake used to …

Food recommendations: The biggest economic rice shop in Melaka?!

Economic rice has always been a favorite among Malaysians- Cheap, convenient, delicious and a wide variety of dishes to choose from, what's not to like about it? And this following shop may just have the widest ranging dishes you can choose from. Located in Melaka Raya (A bustling working area), Sek Yow Fook is an …

Food review: The Daily Fix Cafe @ Jonker Street, Melaka

The cafe scene is booming in Malaysia: Every time a new cafe pops up, chances are you'll find the place packed with customers. What draws customers to a cafe, besides good food, is how Insta-worthy the place and food is! The Daily Fix Cafe is considered one of the top cafes in Melaka, and for …

Food recommendations: Tanjung Mee Goreng, Soon Hin @ Melaka Raya

QUICK UPDATE Being a kid from Melaka, I'd like to think that I know my way around quite well- From places to visit to the best food around, I'm your man. So this is a new series I’m working on called “food recommendations” where I introduce the best Melakan food around from a locals perspective: …

Having Indomie on your birthday?

When news of an Indomie themed cafe opening here in Malaysia first spread, let me tell you the hype surrounding it was off the roof: People were talking about it all over. Sure we can make our own Indomie at home, but do you spare the effort to pair it up with chicken, steak or …

Walking the streets of Chinatown @ Petaling Street, Kuala Lumpur

Never was that interested in exploring the "infamous" Chinatown in Malaysia but as fate would have it, I stumbled upon it one day after my short internship nearby. Oh, why is it infamous you ask? Follow me, and ye shall see. Petaling Street, Kuala Lumpur Walking past the great gateway, you are instantly greeted with …

Eating at HD Bistro @ Sunway Geo Avenue

I will forever be grateful that food courts are an integral part of Malaysian culture. Everyone knows that living in somewhere like Kuala Lumpur can be pricey. With food courts, you get a wide variety of food to choose from while paying a (relatively) cheap price. So today, I'd like to introduce you to this …

Food review: The Brew House @ Sunway Pyramid

As its name suggests, The Brew House is a pub-ish eatery: Whether you're here for a meal or a quick pint, The Brew House has it all! Never being a fan of alcohol, I opted instead to try their food recently. The Brew House @ Sunway Pyramid Booming business AMBIENCE This place was jam packed! …