Everyday Food I Love

Just a few shops away from Hong Kong Recipe, Onn Recipe is the latest restaurant opened in 1Borneo, offering Wantan Noodle, Roasted Meats and some Chinese dishes albeit pork-free.

Sweet Chat Cafe is a Halal (Halal certified by The Department of Islamic Development of Malaysia) chain of dessert, with their first Mid Valley outlet opened for business since 29 June 200. They offers over 50 types of authentic local and Hong Kong desserts, meals as well as hot and cold beverages that cater to all Malaysians from all walks of life regardless of race or religion. You'll enjoy quality food, a relax, cosy, up market and stylish ambient which is perfect for family gatherings and catching up with friends. With its free WiFi connection make it an excellent place for business meetings or discussions.

Station One Leisure Cafe is the latest Kota Kinabalu eaterie to open up within Lintas area and Suria Sabah. It has a very good ambiance with both indoors and al-fresco dining options available, the decor in each branch is also quite impressive. 

Nihon Kai Japanese Restaurant located at Old Klang Road is a hidden gem. If you are craving for Japanese food yet you are a bit tight budget, this is a place to go for an affordable and quality food. Although this shop is located in a hidden area but they still enjoy brisk business for lunch and dinner, reasons, they are generous with portion of serving and charging an economic price.

  Strategically placed at the busiest road linking Inanam and City centre is a nice and cozy restaurant that has stood the test of time and have gone through a major and modern facelift. Cherry Club which it was known before has modernised its namesake to just Cherry, is a place more famously known for its entertainment unit as well as a place where people to win a fastlane ticket to riches.

Kim Gary Restaurant is a Hong Kong style restaurant, most popular for their Cheese Baked Rice with Chicken/ Pork Chop. During the breakfast hours, Kim Gary offers a variety of Set Meal at an affordable prices.

On my trip back to KK it ws good to stop by this coffee shop located near KKIA, Kedai Kopi San Sui Baru well-known by the locals. From Tom Yam Noodle, Fish Noodle and Fried Noodle to some simple Seafood dishes, the restaurant offers not only variety but also good food. Only open for breakfast and till late lunch hours.

Subway is an American restaurant franchise that primarily sells submarine sandwiches (subs) and salads. The 'Sub Of the Day' promotion is available daily during the weekdays. You can grab a 6-inches Sandwich at only RM7.50 during the promotion.

Spinning or Power Pacing is an indoor cycling class led by trained instructors. Workouts are conducted on specially designed stationary bikes that feature a weighted flywheel, a front wheel, plus adjustable seats and handlebars. Spin-type bikes also come equipped with a gear knob, which allows you to modify the intensity of your workout. Spinning classes typically consist of 15 to 20 people and last about 60 minutes. In addition to the bikes, another key component of spinning classes is music.

Kim Lian Kee was founded in 1927 by Ong Kim Lian who migrated to Malaya from Fukien, China, for a better life. The enterprising man ventured on his own with a food stall selling fried Hokkien mee at Campbell Road (now known as Jalan Dang Wangi). As the business expanded, he then, moved his stall to a bigger premises at Petaling Street. Over the years, with its good business, Kim Lian Kee Restaurant managed to opened a few branches in KL which included the latest branch at Viva Home Mall.

Jonker Walk Kopitiam at KLIA Domestic Terminal is a good place to get a quick snack if you are on your way catching your flight. Serving most local favorite sanck food like half boiled eggs, kaya butter toast, kopi 'o' and other local delights. Jonker Walk Kopitiam is a franchise chained originally from Plaza Usahawan, Jalan Hang Tuah, Melaka and it's HALAL.

The namesake "Fruits monster" certainly doesn’t befit its nourishment offering to the public. Fruits Monster Cafe specialized in dessert and ice cream. Apart from that, they also offers some main dishes and snacks.

During the 2nd Day of Chinese New Year, Chinese will have their 'Hoi Nin' feast at home with family. It is known as the beginning of the year, hence, having a feast will bring good luck and prosperity to the members of the family.

Chinese New year is the most important of traditional Chinese holidays. In China, it is known as "Spring Festival", it mark the end of the winter season. The festival begins on the first day of the first month "Zheng Yue" in the traditional Chinese calender and ends with Lantern Festival which is on the 15th day. Because the Chinese calender is lunisolar, the Chinese New Year is often reffered to as th "Lunar New Year". On Lunar New Year, abstaining from meat consumption on the first day is believed to enhance longevity. Additionally, a vegetarian dish helps to purify and cleanse out the body as well as it honors a Buddhist tradition that nothing living should be killed on the first day of the New Year.

During the Chinese New Year's Eve, without fail, families will gather for a feast known as ''Tuan Yuan Fan'', literally  translated as Reunion Dinner. Chinese New Year’s Eve dinner is the biggest event for this festival, this meal is comparable to Christmas dinner in the West. After dinner, some families go to local temples hours before the New Year begins to pray for a prosperous new year by lighting the first incense of the year. However in modern practice, many households hold parties, even hold a countdown to the New Year and will end the night with firecrackers. Traditionally, firecrackers were once lit to scare away evil spirits with the household doors sealed. Fireworks must be lit before 24:00 on the New Year’s Eve.

A day before the Chinese New Year's reunion dinner, we had our "Lou Sang" Lunch at home with family and friends. Mum cooked a delicious feast for 8 peoples.

We venture into Wai Sek Gai (Pure Glutton Street), a hidden street in between shophouses in Pudu converted into a food street with stalls offering all sorts of varieties with tables and stools all along the street. KL local favorite street food, it used to be one of the most happening streets decades ago. Famous for its food, that's how it gained the name of “Wai Sek Kai”. The glory of the food on this street lives till this day. Most of the stalls here open from 4.30 pm till late.

Dynasty Dragon seafood Restaurant set up with “Open Kitchen Concept” and a menu with prices of dishes listed in it provide a transparent environment for diners. Menu features the best Chinese specialties and seasonal favorites, prepared with the finest and freshest seafood supplies. Each of Dynasty Dragon Seafood restaurant has their own unique cuisine and presented by their team of dedicated master chefs which possess more than 18 years of culinary experiences. All of restaurants promised the most convenience location for their patrons, convenience is the deepest concern in order to provide a comfortable and enjoyable dining experience to their patrons especially for the wedding functions.

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Qing Bou Leong Bingo House, is named after a famous traditional herb drinks, Qing Bou Leong, which is believes to be suitable for people who suffer from deficiency of spleen energy manifested by poor appetite, dry cough and lack of strength. Apart from the herb drinks, the restaurant also serves assorted desserts as well as some local ala-carte dishes.

Zhong Zai Fan is basically consist of steamed rice in a small pot. At 1Borneo food court, the Zhong Zai Fan comes with assorted  ingredients.

We were invited to attend the Official Grand Launch at Vertigo Club @ The Gardens. It was an awesome party and the ambiance was electric. Located at the rooftop of The Gardens at Mid Valley City, Vertigo is a new, trendy and hip and glamorous night club for all party goers. Its location also boasts glamour and exclusivity.

A subsidiary of Carlsberg Malaysia, Luen Heng F&B Sdn Bhd is proud to promote Budweiser. A lager often famously associated with American culture. The "Bud" is also the official beer of 2012 FA Cup - now known as The FA Cup with Budweiser .

BB Cafe is a well known backpacker and tourist hangout place. The al-fresco dining area  is decorated in an ethnic Borneo style. It is q truly relaxing and fun place to meet new friends and chill out after a long day. Wide variety of alcoholic beverages are available at a reasonable pricing.

Hua Xing Restaurant located in a complex on the first floor behind the main road, this location look a bit scary if you're going alone, it was a quite area. This restaurant that has been around for a very lont time, is still a hot favorite among old timer. At the air conditioned dining area, it is always packed with people during dinner time. We ordered most of their specialties and just waited for the food to come. Their Hokkien cuisine is really famous and has never been short of endorsements from local celebrities. Hua Xing has recently re-laminated their newspaper cuttings and wall photo-menu!

Putera Theater Grand Ballroom can be rented and can accommodate over 30 tables of guests, with disco facilities and also a large stage, which is perfect for special events such as wedding banquet or annual dinner.

Cracking your head trying to think where to have your Chinese New Year Dinner? Well stop the cranial injury and come on down to The Chinese Restaurant @ Hyatt Regency Kinabalu Hotel, and let Chef Tay wow your taste buds with his wonderful culinary creation, without worrying about doing the dishes after. 

Vietnam Kitchen now has 6 outlets, Plaza OUG in Jalan Klang Lama, One Utama, Leisure Mall, Taipan USJ, Jaya33 and Sungei Wang Plaza. Vietnam Kitchen, with the mastery of their Vietnam chefs (Executive Chef Hiep used to work for The Equatorial in Ho Chi Minh City for 15 years) in the cuisine, all dishes served are authentic and faithful to the traditions of Vietnam-Chinese fare. Must try their special combination set of Banh Hoi Thap Cam, a do it yourself spring roll: rice paper, pork, chicken and vermicelli, fried spring rolls, minced shrimp on sugarcane and pork balls.

ERDING AQUA SOUL plays host to delight you with entertaining music, exquisite beer and delectable food in keeping the crowd moving and thrilled. ERDING AQUA SOUL features a comtemporary elegant interior ambience mellowed with charming alfresco beer courtyard. Dine, Chill and Social will be the outlet theme with a unique social atmosphere of KLCC view alfresco and music charged interior. A Refreshing Choice of Evening Dining, Happy Hour Chill Out and Night Entertainment in Setapak, KL.

Tony Roma's is an American chain restaurant with outlets all over the world with more than 230 restaurants in 27 countries. This Chinese New Year, Tony Roma's Malaysia will be offering brand new Italian dishes and drinks which will be available from 9th January 2012 - 26th February 2012. Tony Roma's new "Roma Italia" offerings promise to add an extra kick to start off the New Year with these delicious additions to the menu. Tony Roma's recipe for passion is now freshly prepared from the 'cucina' of Italy. The word which means kitchen brings you dishes which are all about the ingredients of tradition and flavour in Italian cooking. It is this which inspired Tony Roma's all new Roma menu.

Walk down memory lane dining at this Restaurant Sek Yuen which has been around for over 50 years, just off the busy main road in Pudu. Now run by the 3rd generation Phang's family and still draws in a large crowds with their old Chinese style of cooking food using charcoal, just like the olden days. Even the rice here is slow-cooked over wood fire and serve with aluminium bowl. We felt like we were walking back to the 1960s once we stepped in. The do have an air-conditioned seating area over the next door shop but most people still prefer to be seated at the original old building. The nostalgic interior of old wooden chairs, faded tables and polished tiles bear witness of time. We reached around 7pm, and the place was already pack, we waited 15 minutes for a table.

While wedding traditions and customs vary greatly between cultures, ethnic groups, religions, countries, and social classes, a wedding is a ceremony in which two people are united in a marriage.

Together with a few friend, we drive over to Happy Garden searching for a restaurant for dinner. We are basically clueless, but end up having a great dinner at Restoran Fresh Fried Seafood. Good food, reasonable price, fast and friendly services. You can see many of their patrons are regulars. Must try their Chef Recommended dish: Deep Fried Pork Knuckle, Nyonya Style Steamed Tilapia Fish, Three Style Pork Ribs and etc.

Let Pastis Cafe allure your senses through their signature culinary skill, taste, texture and presentation. Pastis Cafe offers English Tea Set and a wide variety of delectable dishes of sandwiches, seafood, beef, lamb, chicken and much more, and don't forget to save some room for their fabulous desserts.

On the 11th of January 2012, Kenny Rogers Roasters was promoting the Roasters Healthy Eating Day. Prior to this, Kenny Rogers Roasters were giving out Free 1 Kenny's Quater Meal for every 1 Kenny's Quarter Meal purchased at the outlet with the condition of either one of the purchaser had to wear red colour clothing, footwear or accessories.

I like piping hot noodles with a good broth. Corrine introduced me to try out this Win Soon Fish Head Noodle Cafe. She told me, they have 2 branches, one at Kuchai Lama and another at Puchong Bandar Puteri. This place always crowded during lunch and dinner. You get a choice of fish head, fillets, fish paste or even the deluxe addition of prawns (RM15.80). Price for a basic noodles start from RM8 onward and I believe most of the customers don’t mind to pay for a bowl of lip smacking fish head noodle with this price range. Simply love their tasty rich broth filled with rice vermicelli, salted vegetables, evaporated milk, shredded ginger, sliced of tomato, crispy pork lard fritters and big chunk fried fish head meat and nice springy bite of fish paste.

So you've used up your Christmas advanced pay. Its hardly mid-month, and now you're on a shoestring budget. You're asking : where can I lunch on workdays without breaking my piggy bank? Well, thankfully, we have inflation-proof "Nasi Ayam CP RM2.80".

I've been invited for the soft launch of Din Tai Fung e@Curve, they're having a trial run for their business to make sure their services efficiency and food quality reach their guest expectation. Din Tai Fung has been voted Top 10 Restaurants in the World by The New York Times and has garnered 1 Michelin Star. This Taiwanese restaurant serves on of the best Xiao Long Bao (steamed dumplings). Open kitchen concept is their trademark and also well-appointed decor, serving comfort food like pork chop fried rice and stir-fried vegetables. Or go for a heartier meal, the braised Beef La-mian, springy noodles wallowing in rich beefy soup. I would highly recommend this be a once a week family visit restaurant with dishes like steamed chicken soup, fried rice with pork chop that is incredibly tender, noodle soups and wantons (all hand-made) that will please anyone and any age group.

Apart from Arisan Fried Chicken, Station 360 Cafe also serves fried noodles, fried rice, Nasi Lemak, bubble teas, as well as some great dessert such as durian pancake and mango pancake.

Sheraton Imperial Kuala Lumpur Hotel does not need much introduction for its prominence in the hotel industry. This Chinese New Year, it brings you a redefined imperial dining at its Chinese restaurant, Celestial Court. In line with its Chinese imperial theme and in conjunction with the Chinese New Year season, guests will be welcomed to an elevated royal dining affair with personalised au fait services, familiar Cantonese a la carte favourites and new delicious additions, represented with a modern twist.

Purple Cane Tea Restaurant created a new food concept inspired by the usage of tea, advocates a modern concept of light but flavourful dishes with less salt, oil, sugar and no artificial flavours while retaining the original aroma of tea. With over 50 appetizing selections prepared with different types of tea including tea beverages, soups, vegetables, seafood, meat (pork free), noodles and rice as well.

Kaldido Cafe is not a very extra ordinary place, but good if you want variety under one roof. The cafe offer a variety of dishes from Char Siu (BBQ Pork), Zhu Chap (Mixed Pork Innards), Roasted Chicken to fried rice, fried noodle and some Chinese's dishes.

Xiang Fu Xiang Cheng is a new Hunan restaurant located on the Level 1 of The Scott Garden. Hunan cuisine is one of the eight regional cuisines of China and is well known for its hot spicy flavor, fresh aroma and deep color. Common cooking techniques include stewing, frying, pot-roasting, braising, and smoking. Due to the high agricultural output of the region, ingredients for Hunan dishes are many and varied.

For seafood that is amazingly fresh and scrumptiously delicious, there's no better place than Chong Fatt Restaurant located in Kuchai Lama. In the morning, Chong Fatt Restaurant also offers dim sums. Chong Fatt Restaurant has an unique style of dinning in a cozy environment that serve different cuisines. The house specialty are  "Fried Crabs, Fresh Water Prawn Fried Noodle, Fish Head Noodle and etc." and customers get to choose their own seafood in the aquarium displayed. If you are planning to organize events, corporate function, business meetings, weddings, birthday parties and etc. Chong Fatt Restaurant is a right place for you.

AMFA Wrap Party: The winners and the finalist of Asia Model Festival Awards New Face Model Search (Malaysia) 2011 were presenting an exclusive fashion show featuring Keith Kee Couture 2012 Spring Collection and Aunty Connie (owner) of Overtime Rivercity Jalan Ipoh was one of the main sponsored for the event. Keith's latest prêt-à-porter collection shows off a modern vintage concept, particularly his cheongsams which have consistently been best-sellers in his boutiques. Keith believes that, "A glamourous wedding gown is one that flatters a woman's natural shape and curves. It is a dress that draws out her inner beauty, allows her to fully express her character and lets her be herself. Each bride is unique so each dress is a distinctive new creation that has to reflect her individual personality, style and dreams and not merely a mimic of the latest trends."

Sin Chua Kee Seafood Restaurant is a seafood restaurant near Old Klang Road that located at Jalan Kuchai Lama, which just after the Old Klang Road's wet market. A reminder to go early, best to be there by 6pm, if not be prepared for a long wait. I would like say no matter how busy this place is the lady who took our order was very pleasant, service with a smile, it makes everyone happy. We ordered Assam fish ( house special), salted egg crabs, la la in superior soup, prawns cooked in dark soy sauce and a stir-fried vegetable, that's for 3 person dining in.

SRS MY Cafe at 1Borneo offer valuable set meal with price starting from RM6.50. Located next to Home Cafe, the cafe possessed a very strategic location in the mall.

Have you ever compared Apple with the real fruit on which it is named? Probably the Apple products versus America’s favorite fruit, how do they stack up? At first there’s no doubt that the real Apple fruit could outnumbered the Apple devices at 71 million tons versus 138,000 tons, significant deficit right? However, it’s no surprise who brings more money. We got an infographic after the cut that will make you think that China produces 144% of the world’s Apples.

This Chinese New Year, the Dorsett Regency Kuala Lumpur is bringing to you auspicious Chinese delicacies at its Checkers Cafe. Feast on luscious dishes like Yee Sang, Braised Sea Cucumber with Mushroom and Drief Scallops, Pan-fried cod fillet with Cod Caviar, Steamed Sea Bass, Golden Roasted Chicken, Deep Fried Prawns with Oats, Stir fried dried oysters with "fatt choy" (black moss), Chinese New Year cookies and glutinous rice balls. Checkers Cafe provides a lovely ambience and environment for the traditional Chinese New Year Eve reunion dinners. It offers you a hassle free reunion dinner with great food too. Chinese New Year Eve reunion dinners are often quite a handfull of work for most people, especially the older generation. Why not do things differently this year by taking your parents and family out for the reunion dinner? It saves time and allows the older generation a good rest before the auspicious New Year ushers in. *Exclusive for Everyday Food I Love reader...

Nila Palocias Fashion Show on the 7th January, a charity event, in conjuntion with the "Colours of Life", a celebration of life, arts and culture at Equatorial Hotel Kuala Lumpur from 5th January to 6th February 2012. Nila Palacios Latin Fashion know you're beautiful, they're just helping you shine through a little more! Whether you're at the office, out with friends or at a formal function, you're a woman and you deserve to celebrate it! Nila Palacios Latin Fashion designs are inspired by Latin music ranging from Flamenco, Salsa, Merengue, Tango, Lambada, Paso Doble, Rumba and Cha-Cha. The collections appreciate the female form by being true to every shape and curve of a woman. Designing clothes for real women,  all you need is the desire to look great and they will do the rest! Nila Palacios is going through a series of modifications to the web site and  branding - to keep you updated on a daily basis, making things more relevant and exciting!