Changi Beach sunrise paired with Changi Village breakfast makes for the perfect morning out in Singapore. Ever since Mum was diagnosed with breast cancer, she’s been creating a bucket list of experiences she wants to tick off – and watching the sunrise by the sea was one of them. So on a quiet morning, long […]

Ninso Malaysia has become my go-to destination for affordable shopping in Johor Bahru, especially when I need quirky gifts and fun finds that won’t break the bank. Located right across from Eco-Shop in Plentong, this value store proves that budget shopping doesn’t have to be boring. Why Ninso is Worth a Visit Think of Ninso […]

Eco-Shop Malaysia has become my yearly pilgrimage destination in Johor Bahru, and honestly, it’s one of those places that keeps pulling me back with its ridiculously good value. Picture this: you’re wandering through wide aisles where almost everything costs just RM2.60, and you’re filling your basket with stuff you actually need instead of overpriced nonsense. […]

Dona Bakehouse has been sitting right next to the famous Hiap Joo Bakery, and honestly, we’ve walked past it countless times without giving it a second thought. This time was different though. Finding Dona Bakehouse: Location and First Impressions After our brunch at Chai Ji Fish Soup and cake shopping at Hiap Joo, we found ourselves […]

On our last day before heading back to Singapore, we popped by JB’s Old Town to grab cakes from Hiap Joo and squeeze in one final brunch. Previously, when we visited Chai Ji Fish Soup’s neighbour Tian Xin Lou for dim sum brunch, I’d spotted this place next door and made a mental note to return. After days of […]

Tian Tian Dao 天天到湖南小碗菜 became our next target after our amazing experience at Pin Wan Wan‘s small bowl concept. We were so impressed by that format that hunting down another similar spot became our mission. What made this place stand out? Their speciality in Hunan cuisine – something hubby and I barely knew anything about. Located […]

Siblings Gelato became a highlight of our rainy afternoon in Johor Bahru. What began as a quick stop to escape the downpour turned into one of the most memorable gelato experiences I’ve had this year. The Unexpected Discovery After polishing off our dim sum brunch at Tian Xin Lou, we planned to stroll back to our […]

Chicken biscuits (Ji Zai Bing 鸡仔饼) have been my childhood snack obsession, and I’ve recently discovered there’s more to these treats than meets the eye. Growing up, Mum was absolutely mad about the thin crispy version. Every Malaysia trip meant bringing back packets of these golden delights for the family. The Thick vs Thin Chicken […]