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Tuesday, December 27, 2016

The Hare @ Mount Austin

Hey readers, sorry for the MIA, been busy despite exams are over. And before I knew it, Christmas is already over. Anyway, feels good to be back to blogging, and I have so much to share!!! But as usual....gotta update my JB Cafes list and this time, a visit to bunnyland...


The Hare by Sugar On Top @ Mount Austin





Classic Churros -- RM12.90 
Personally, I prefer this over their much raved signature waffles. It's crunchy, yet fluffy on the inside, with a burst of the sweet vanilla taste. Very addictive flavor to me. 

SOT Signature Charcoal Waffles -- RM17.90 
If you're looking for something healthy and instagrammable, this has to be it. The waffles were nicely cooked, but I'm not sure how the charcoal makes it more special than normal waffles, healthier maybe? The fruits does make me feel less guilty about eating this dessert haha. Blueberry ice cream was delicious!

Iced Americano -- RM7.90
I became a fan of Americano these days, thanks to 2 days 1 night haha. 

Green Tea Milk -- RM9.90


with the sis

Life is good when you have two ladies delighting in sinful desserts haha

Personally think The Hare is a great place for an afternoon dessert, love its bright and homey interior, white walls, with plenty of sunlight in. The outdoor area has a garden concept which compliments its name "The Hare". 

Oh Don't Forget to take a photo with The HARE! 

The Hare
#01-01, Blok A, Menara Hartamas, 
Jalan Austin Heights 8/2
Johor Bahru, Malaysia


With an opposite vibe against the Hare, is The Workshop Cafe and Bar by Gran Fiesta in Mount Austin as well. The dimly lit interior with metal chairs, kinda like some secret society meeting ground haha. Forgive me, I forgot the name of what I ordered. But I would love to recommend this place if you love burgers and always find other shops offering too small of a portion. 


I forgot the exact name but this is a Grilled Chicken Burger. and this is no ordinary chicken burger, more like Chicken Chop with Buns and Wedges. They pretty much put a chicken chop in a burger! Result: Super Full Belly

My cousin's burger with nacho cheese. 

Americano again hehe, though I was abit shocked by the presentation, but I guess it serves the "workshop" theme.

Will visit again, especially when I have a very empty stomach haha.

The Workshop Cafe and Bar by Gran Fiesta
31, Jalan Mutiara Emas 8,
Taman Mount Austin,
81100 Johor Bahru, Johor, Malaysia
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/The-Workshop-Cafe-Bar-By-Gran-Fiesta-1259440697416560/


Another semester gone and it's my final winter break :( Back at home sweet home now and it kills me to think that I wouldn't be able to come back as frequent as I wish. #hardtruthsofworkinginaforeignsoil To you people who are staying with your parents, be grateful and treasure your precious moments together.

On Christmas Day, I went to visit my granma who suffered a stroke recently. Saw her small figure, lying on the white bed, with tubes attached to her nostrils. She can be heard but none of us can understand her. But she still smiled when I look into her eyes. And at that moment, there was an instant surge of sorrow mixed with joy that made me almost teared up. Part of me feels sad for her condition, lying on a bed facing four walls and no one to talk to most of the time. Especially for a woman who has been so vocal all her life. There was nothing I can do for her. But at the same time I just feel grateful that she's still alive and smiling at me, she's been so brave and strong, and she's been making good progress in recovery. Just hope she will be able to recover asap and return home for CNY. We may not have one of those super-close granma-granchildren relationship, but she's still my dad's mother, without her, there's no me, can't wait to hear her calling my name again. But at the end of the day, all I could think of is to Thank God for His blessings, how He's been looking after my family despite me being away from them. Thank you and Thank you. :)

Christmas is the season to feel awesome about buying stuffs with cute packaging hahahahah
eyhhh in my defense, they are not for me k, most of them are gifts :D 

Sunday, September 25, 2016

Homies by JWC @Taman Molek

Weeeeeeee, long time no write. 
Just gonna quickly rave about this pretty cafe in JB (one more to add into the JB Cafe Hop List)
Bet you've heard of the JWC Group who are behind many pretty concept cafes in JB. I thought nothing could get better than The Factory 30 with its hipster, industrial style cafe concept. But I've found my new favorite. The cozy, homey yet stylish Homies by JWC at Taman Molek. Hipster cafes with dim lights and dark walls are are like everywhere. If you wanna take a break from those, this bright and warm cafe, with blue and white furniture is just so welcoming and comfy to hang out. Every corner is pretty much instagrammable. 

the signature JWC sign

Menu that reminds me of IKEA

Rose Latte - RM11.50
goshhhh even this powder blue cup looks dreamy

Signature Hot Chocolate - RM12.00

Hot Mocha - RM11.80

Fruit Tea 

Smoked Salmon Bagel - RM29.90
To be honest, was kinda startled by the price. But I was really craving for bagels ever since I got back from Taiwan. This was a good substitute with delicious smoked salmon to add on. Crunchy bagels with the salty smokey tender salmon slices and runny poach eggs. Awesome texture and it's delicious!

Japanese Curry Rice -- RM15.90
This was a simple yet satisfying meal. Crunchy chicken chops and the slightly spicy and sweet curry sauce. Rice disappeared in minutes. 


To those who love taking photos, you don't have to try hard for that Insta-worthy shot. 
best model, looking all natural reading his book haha

checking out guys people outside the floor length windows haha


Awesome natural lighting for pretty selfies

and of course, can't leave without a 做作照

Homies by JWC 
Jalan Molek 1/27
Taman Molek
81100 Johor Bahru

Operating Hours: 12:00PM – 12:00AM
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jwchomies/
*Prices subject to service 10% charge and GST



Anyways it was a great but short getaway at Granma's house. Found this cute creature at the living room and I can't keep my hands off its big head. 

Thanks to cousins for the awesome company and thanks to uncle and aunty for treating me with yummy food. 

Saturday, September 24, 2016

The Coastal Settlement & Chock Full of Beans

I think I've only traveled to the east for like a few times despite being my fourth year here. Hopefully that gives you an idea of how Pulau NTU gets its name haha. But I was doing my internship during the break and I bought the unlimited train pass. Traveling from one end of the green line till the other seems to be the best way to fully utilize it hehe. 

It was a day well spent with the friends back from home, checking out the eastern coasts. But please don't expect like white beaches and blue waters haha. Btw all photos belongs to Vienna and Dan who were our photographers of the day. 

The Coastal Settlement
Started our day with a lunch at The Coastal Settlement, a unique dining place located amidst the quiet neighborhood along Netheravon Road. The restaurant has old school interiors, with loads of furniture and objects from the old times. Give you the down-the-memory-lane sensation when I first stepped in but as you look closer, it has a very homey feeling. Love the vibe and I couldn't just leave without taking some photos haha. But the food was pricey given its taste, so I guess the bulk of the price goes to enjoying the nostalgic ambience. 

Address: 200 Netheravon Rd, Singapore 508529

My favorite photo of the day. Treasure hunting with the girls. 

Rosti with Sausage - S$23 and Hazelnut Latte - S$7

Pulled Pork Sandwich - S$23 and Mocha - S$6
Tender pulled pork strips with a savory sauce, together with soft and runny poached eggs. Quite good but....the price tag... 

Continue Dora the Explorer game.

Found this pretty dressing table with the golden clock and candelabra, immediately thought of Beauty and the Beast!



Changi Boardwalk and Changi Beach 
From TCS, we walked along Netheravon Road and continued into the Changi Boardwalk for a stroll along the coasts. The so call Changi Beach isn't really a beach after all, just a small stretch. We continued to walk, the wind was pretty strong and we could smell of fishy ocean in the air haha. Ignore that, the view was still enjoyable, with planes flying here and there. Turns out Changi Village is much nearer than i expected, in no time I saw the familiar ferry jetty where I took a ride to Pulau Ubin. The waters are much clearer and blue at the Changi Beach Park. 

Changi Boardwalk near Changi Village





Mandatory OOTD shot

Changi Village: Chock Full of Beans Cafe
Upon our discovery of Changi Village, Sheauwen immediately suggested to go CFOB for coffee break and there's a particular reason why -- The cute 3D Latte Art. Anyways Changi Village has loads of eateries and hipster cafes around the area. I suppose it's a great place to hang out during the weekends, a getaway from the busy city, enjoying an afternoon while peeking to the sea. You can even go Ubin i believe. 

Address: 4 Changi Village Road #01-2090, 500004



Portobello Benedict -- S$13
A vegetarian alternative of Eggs Benedict :) Nothing can go wrong with Portobello Mushroom seriously, love the juicy and chewy taste. 

Wasn't expecting much from 3D Latte, but this Baymax made my day. So cutee...

Seriously...how can coffee be so adorable? 
From Olaf (clockwise): Maple Latte - S$5.00, Ice Mocha - S$6.50, Rose Latte - S$5.90, Vanilla Latte - S$6.50

In a nutshell, it was a wallet burning day, but discoveries were great haha. Awesome day to relieve all the stress from a working week. And special thanks to the buddies who are willing to travel with me :D

Sunday, August 21, 2016

Atlas Coffee Embassy and Dream Cafe @ Mount Austin

Two more Cafes in JB which I have visited recently, just gonna do a short review since I don't have lots of photos. Each have a rather distinctive style from other existing hipster cafes in JB. One serves hearty breakfast, the other serves gourmet-style western main courses. Both places serve specialty coffee as well so it's also a great place for coffee lovers to get a hearty meal and caffeine fix.  

Atlas Coffee Embassy
Love this homey cafe with a very bright and warm ambience. The cafe has white walls and light colored wooden furniture. Initially I was pretty shocked at the price of the food, just eggs, bacon and mushroom, how on earth could it cost this much? But damnnn it does taste good, very well seasoned and delicious.  

Atlas Specialty Breakfast with 5 items - RM18.90

Blueberry Waffles - RM22.90 

Mocha -- RM13.90

Photo source: Atlas Coffee Embassy FB page


Atlas Coffee Embassy
32, Jalan Mount Austin 8/7, 
Taman Mount Austin, 
81100 Johor Bahru




Dream Cafe
It's both a cafe and bar that serves a wide range of western main course. The Cafe has a rather artsy ambience, but kinda dark and gloomy. Anyways the food was okay. The Herb Butter Fish with Raisin Rice was good! If you are looking for a place for lunch or dinner with a rather special western menu unlike your usual carbonara and chicken chop, this is the place to go. 


Bake Herb Butter Dory with Raisin Rice -- RM15.90

Dory Fish and Chips -- RM18.90



Photo source: Dream Cafe FB page


Dream Cafe 
27, Jalan Austin Heights 8/4, 
Taman Mount Austin 
81100 Johor Bahru Johor 
Tel: +607-364 1052
Check out their facebook page for more details. 


EXTRA: 三楼米粉 San Low Bihun at Mingji Restaurant 铭记家乡小炒
Just a rave haha, I have heard of this famous restaurant in JB and finally had the chance to try their popular fried bihun (vermicelli). Really wasn't expecting much, but again, I was impressed by how delicious a Fried Bihun can be! Super fragrant, with soft but not soggy strands of bihun, a burst of flavors from garlic, egg and the slightly chao-tar bihun. Niceeee!!

Location: 24, Jln Rosmerah 2/12, Taman Johor Jaya, Johor Bahru.




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