By Rogayah: Gai Ali Nasi Kandar Catering, Subang

“So was the nasi kandar power??”
“Like Penang one ah”? “Or better?” 
“Good? Worth driving all the way to USJ? Wake up at 6am wor.. U must tell me if good enough…”

To many, waking up at 6 am to drive to USJ is a big deal.

Admittedly, I’m one of those who would have similar reservations. Now that some of my friends knew I visited Gai Ali, they are seeking assurance if it is worth waking up for, worth the drive, worth the time?

Well, to be honest – I won’t describe the nasi kandar as “power“.

This is NOT your typical commercial nasi kandar outlet with super rich (read: greasy), thick curries. If you wish to visit Rogayah, set your mind to expect comforting, tasty home cooked dishes. Come for the experience of being welcomed into someone’s home, where food is assuringly cooked from pastes made from scratch and single-handedly prepared by a gutsy, kind Muslim Penangite lady who had learnt the ropes from her beloved mother, of which she spoke of fondly.


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Phu Quoc Beer Festival 2017!

Phu Quoc island was on the tourist radar for the past four years but rapid development was only in place for the past two.
With support (and budget) from the government to transform this idyllic archipelago into a quality eco-tourism destination, Phu Quoc has morphed from a sleepy island to a must-visit beach escape for locals (yes, there were plenty of visiting Vietnamese from HCMC/Hanoi), expats and beachlover -tourists alike.

With the rumoured direct Air Asia KL – Phu Quoc flight in 2018, expect hordes of Malaysians to be part of the tourist statistics soon!

My first sight of Phu Quoc was thanks to the inaugural Phu Quoc Beer Festival.
With the winner of my giveaway Aaron Quay and his friend Dale, we descended onto Phu Quoc with anticipation of beers, sun, sea and a weekend of idyllic fun!


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In Style Hong Kong Expo 2017 – Mandarin Oriental KL

During the In Style Hong Kong event at Pavilion last week, I was exposed to some Hong Kong brands and products.
Besides some rather quirky and interesting items, I also learnt that there is a series of events are still on-going in an effort to promote Hong Kong’s creations from October to end November 2017.


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Nasi Lemak Warong Sinarnor @Chan Sow Lin: spicy sambal, nasi kukus

In 2009 (story –> HERE) my nasi lemak with 2 eggs plus the standard condiments was RM2.50.
My partner’s order was RM3.70 with sotong.

Today (2017), a serving of sotong alone is RM3.00. And a basic set as below is RM1.70.

What is happening to our economy? Our RM?

BELOW: This for RM1.70. 


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In Style • Hong Kong: experience Hong Kong in Malaysia!

From winning a “amazing race style” competition (by Accor & Cathay Pacific in 2013) to “living” in Hong Kong for two weeks last December (hosted by Eton Properties – Mini Central/Stanley, Apple Dorms, Dragon Centre), I find Hong Kong an incredible contrast of experiences that adds exhilaration to all my previous trips – the people, the fashion, the street food, the economy, the Michelin star restaurants, the taxis, the buildings and markets – there is so much to take in!

BELOW: My triumph at Hong Kong es-capers! Link to blogpost HERE.

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While I can tell you all about shopping, hiking (HK has marvellous, SAFE hiking trails!) and of course, food (my expertise), I just recently got to know more about HK products during the In Style • Hong Kong event organised by Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC).

In 2 hours, I drank tea from tea capsules brewed in a tea machine, assembled a cute hippo from wooden cut-outs, got my very first selfie stick and realized there is such a thing as a ‘Non-Spill-Suction Mug‘ which I found super useful for my partner who likes her drinks close by while working on her laptop.

BELOW: Non-Spill SuctionMug.

BELOW: I like all things fat and short. Except myself. I prefer myself to be tall and thin. 😀

BELOW: Perfect seeping time every time if you use this tea machine that uses tea capsules.

Now if you are a fan of all things Hong Kong or if you wish to get yourself acquainted with the Hong Kong lifestyle, get a taste of it right here in KL via the current In Style • Hong Kong event!


What exactly is “In Style • Hong Kong“?


In Style • Hong Kong refers to an on-going series of events that are focused on highlighting Hong Kong’s lifestyle and creativity. This campaign will run from now until the end of November.

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