It’s no surprise that all coffee lovers in Malaysia have tried Nescafé at least once. If you grew up in the 90s (or even 70s or 80s) chances are you’ve seen/heard/smelled/tasted at least one drop of Nescafé. Hence we don’t have to elaborate how nostalgic is this drink…..

BUT we just got the news that this nostalgic coffee brand is rebranding to a new “kopitiam series” while launching two new flavours.

The new coffee can drinks are inspired by the interior of a typical Malaysian kopitiam. Think classic kopitiam marble tables, wooden chairs and mosaic-tiled floors.

So if you’re a coffee lover, who happens to have a nice Instagram feed (and over 100 followers[at least]) you might want to grab any of these drinks below as it’s super Instagram-worthy. Just look at how aesthetic looking these can drinks are.

5 New Nescafé flavours :

1. Tarik Kaw
2. Tarik
3. Kopi-O
4. Kopi-C [New]
5. Kopi Cham (Coffee Milk Tea) [New]

Appearance aside, their new Kopi-C is legitimately pretty good.

Personally, after tasting all 5 can in one day (and not being able to sleep for 3 days now), we felt Kopi-C is the tastiest among all. It has a smooth blend of coffee milk, and super rich and robust.

So kudos to Nescafé for paying tribute to our Malaysian local coffee scene the right way.

Find Out Where You Can Get Your Hands On These New Nescafe Kopitiam Series

Even when modern coffees are available, we just can’t get away with our local coffee – Nescafé.

Wondering where to get your hands on this kopi? Just head to your nearest major supermarkets, convenience stores, and even online shopping platforms.

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Feature Image Credit: Home Baker at Clover

Nothing picks up the mood more than a wholesome pastry. With countless bakeries scattered throughout the city, it can be tough to stand out.

Enter Home Baker At Clover, a hidden gem that bakes the perfect looking cinnamon rolls. They serve up an extensive menu of cinnamon rolls, with over 20 different sweet and savoury toppings.

Highly Raved Cinnamon Rolls At Home Baker At Clover

Image Credit: Home Baker at Clover

Image Credit: Home Baker at Clover

Image Credit: Home Baker at Clover

Check out some of the “standard toppings” including choc chip, strawberry, oreo crumbs, and almond cinnamon rolls. Ultimately, for those who appreciate the OG, a must-try would their original cinnamon roll.

The Original. Image Credit: Home Baker at Clover

Scrolling through out their Instagram, there’s nothing but compliments over these beautiful cinnamon rolls. You will be thrilled to know that there are many sweet based flavours that all sweet-tooth might not be able to resist, such as Kit Kat, M&M, Chocolate Explosion, Pandan Gula Melaka and Choc Hershey’s.

Image Credit: Home Baker at Clover

Image Credit: Home Baker at Clover

However if you’re not big on sweets, do check out their Salami Beef Pizza and Spinach Onion. Coffee and tea are also served here if you would like to sit down and catch up with your friends over pastry and drinks.

Image Credit: Home Baker at Clover

Image Credit: Home Baker at Clover

If you’re craving for some baked goods, be sure to head down to Home Baker At Clover to get your cravings fixed. Price starts from RM5 onwards. Tag your friends in the comments section to try this together!

Home Baker At Clover

Address: G-28, Radia Commercial Complex, Bukit Jelutong, Shah Alam, Selangor
Opening Hours: Thu-Tue; 9AM-6PM (Closed on Wed)

Facebook: facebook.com/homebakeratclover
Instagram: instagram.com/homebakeratclover/
Official Site: homebakeratclover.com

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Understanding the love for matcha and everything green tea, Dal.komm COFFEE’s “Love You So Matcha” campaign is offering two premium Matcha Frappes for all Green Tea lovers.

Matcha Frapes:

Mandarin Matcha Frappe @ 17.90

Yuzu Matcha Frappe @ 17.90

Both frappes are green tea-based blended with citrusy fruit flavours. Both matcha drinks were extraordinarily refreshing and interesting because of the citrusy flavours. The citrusy flavour gives a breath of fresh air to the ordinary green tea flavour.

The two drinks also contain no caffeine and it’s excellent if you’re looking for a nutrient-bursting thirst quencher.

Mandarin Matcha Frappe

Made with juices from mandarin orange and matcha, it was a revitalizing sorbet combo. The mandarin orange gave it a nice citrus kick and was energizing without being overly sweet.

Yuzu Matcha Frappe

If you prefer something more overpowering, Yuzu Matcha Frappe is probably for you. The drink was fresh and tangy, and had a strong citron flavour and fragrant. We could taste the yuzu bits as we sip which is packed with vitamin C nutrient.

It’s worth mentioning that the matcha powder used in both beverages is imported from Japan and is also used in other matcha beverage at Dal.komm COFFEE outlets.

The Yuzu Matcha Frappe and Mandarin Matcha Frappe retail at RM17.90 and are available in Dal.komm COFFEE stores starting today until further notice.

If the Frappes alone can’t satisfy your matcha cravings you can pair the beverages with Dal.komm COFFEE’s desserts.

Caramel Honey Shibuya Toast @ RM16.60

The Caramel Honey Shibuya Toast is topped with whipped cream and drizzle with honey. The toast’s exterior was crispy while its interior was super soft with good natural sweet flavours. Best of all, it was packed with a powerful punch of honey aroma.

Matcha Lava Cruffin @ RM18.80

The “croissant-muffin” Matcha Lava Cruffin was quite big and could easily feed up to three ladies. Though the matcha lava wasn’t flavourful enough, the cruffin texture was crispy and paired well with soft cream on top.

This article is written in collaboration with Dal.komm COFFEE. 

More Info

Click Here for all Dal.komm COFFEE’s outlets.

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There are many interesting events happening in the month of July, from pop culture related, to fitness event, as well as interesting classes like Instagram photography workshop and bento making class.

With that said, here are 10 Events That Are Taking Place In Klang Valley This July 2018.

1. Asia Comic Con Malaysia 2018

Asia Comic Con is bringing all comic fans a pop culture experience of a lifetime this July 13 til 15. This 3-day fun filled event consists of a vast selection of exhibits, collectibles, cosplaying and many other interactive activities. On top of that, comic fans who attend the event can expect plenty of indie games and streams of exclusive game titles for the PC and console category that will be showcase exclusively by IGN.

When: July 13 – 15, 2018, 10.00AM – 7.00PM
Venue: Sunway Pyramid Convention Centre Malaysia

For more info, visit the event page.

2. Bon Odori 2018

The annual Bon Odori Festival will be taking place at National Sports Complex in Shah Alam. This Japanese-Malaysian Cultural Exchange event will feature lively dances, drum performances, and stalls selling different local and Japanese snacks. Not only that, it is also a great opportunity to get exposed to Japanese culture.

When: July 21, 2018, 7.00PM – 9.30PM
Venue: National Sports Complex @ Shah Alam

For more info, visit the event page. 

3. Malaysia Coffee Fest 2018

Malaysia Coffee Fest is an event that celebrates Malaysia’s vibrant coffee scene. If you’re a coffee lover, do come to this event. You can get the chance to try out various coffee beans from top class baristas to talented local artisan roasters, as well as independent coffee houses and local bakeries who will serve decadent pastries to pair with the coffees.

When: July 12 – 15, 2018, 10.00AM – 10.00PM
Venue: 1Utama Shopping Centre

For more info, visit the event page.

4. Parkour Class 

This is a free trial class perfect for those who have heard of this challenging workout but never experienced parkour training. In case you don’t know, parkour is an intensive workout, where it require participant to run from point A to point B through the urban environment in the most efficient way. Participants will get the opportunity to learn the basics of Parkour Conditioning and Parkour Techniques during this free trial class.

When: July 7, 2018, 3.00PM – 5.30PM
Venue: Taman Paramount Park @ Petaling Jaya

For more info, visit the event page.

5. Photography + Editing Workshop by SmashPop

Have you signed up for #SMASHPOPWORKSHOP yet?Free breakfast for Session A, free lunch for Session B. Also, a Nokia 7 Plus to be given out! Http://smashpopworkshop2.peatix.com

Posted by smashpOp on Tuesday, July 3, 2018

Photography workshop is everywhere, but mobile photography workshop is one of a kind. If you’re a fan of taking photo with your smartphone, then you are going to enjoy this workshop. Perfect for those who like to shoot portraits and OOTD photos, Jason of @Smashpop who boasts more than 40K of followers Instagram is bound to deliver all the knowledge of Instagram photography.

When: July 21, 2018, 9.00AM – 5.00PM
Venue: Ardence Labs @ Eco Ardence Shah Alam

For more info, visit the event page.

6. Heroes Homecoming Fan Gathering by TGV Home Of The Heroes

As a special treat for Marvel fans, TGV Cinemas is conducting their Heroes Homecoming Fan Party on July 7 and 8 at TGV Sunway Putra Mall. Remember to come with your best superhero outfit and take photo at the photo booth. Also, trivia sessions will be held to test your superhero knowledge and you can win great prizes such as movie passes and prizes up to RM5,000!

When: July 7 –  8, 2018, 10.00AM – 10.00PM
Venue: TGV Cinema @ Sunway Putra Mall

For more info, visit the event page. 

7. Bento Making Class for Kids

Keen on learning how to use lovely ingredients to make a cute Japanese-style bento? Bring your kids to Bento Making Class organised by art studio Bengkel Kami, where your kids will get to play with food while creating a healthy meal. Children will be able to learn how to make onigiri (Rice Ball) with special design and decorate the bento box with carrot, broccoli, cherry tomatoes, seaweed, cheese and turkey slices.

When: July 7, 2018, 10.00AM – 12.30PM
Venue: Bengkel Kami @ Kota Damansara, Petaling Jaya

For more info, visit the event page.

8. Shape Fitness Festival 2018

Fitness magazine Shape Malaysia is having their Fitness Festival 2018 at Strand Mall. A variety of workout activities will be held, such as Zumba, BODYCOMBAT, High Intensity Interval Training and more. There will also be game sessions in between the workout sessions where participants can stand a chance to win attractive goodie bags from their sponsors.

When: July 14, 2018, 7.00AM – 1.00PM
Venue: Strand Mall @ Kota Damansara

For more info, visit the event page. 

9. PJ Half Marathon (PJHM) 2018 

This year marks the 30th edition of PJ Half Marathon, to celebrate this mildstone, PJHM has introduce a new category of 30km distance, which means the medal will be exclusive. To encourage health and fitness among the Petaling Jaya community, the marathon also has a 5km fun run open to children as young as five as well as wheelchair-bound participants.

When: July 15, 2018
Venue: Dataran Petaling Jaya

For more info, visit the event page. 

10. Ram Jam Festival 2018

Vintage carnival Ram Jam Festival is introducing a one-of-a-kind event that will serve as a platform uniting local talents in music, fashion, art, photography, and the automotive scene. Activities include art exhibitions, skate jam sessions, and live music performances. The action-packed day will conclude in a live screening of the final FIFA World Cup 2018.

When: July 15, 2018, 2.30PM – till late
Venue: The Gasket Alley @ Section 13, Petaling Jaya

For more info, visit the event page.

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A • Toast Breakfast & Juice Bar is perhaps one of the most unique breakfast spot we have dined at recently. Located at an unassuming location under a pedestrian bridge in Pudu, this small quirky breakfast spot has gathered a good stream of customers for their delicious sandwiches and photogenic setting.

A • Toast Breakfast & Juice Bar serves a wide variety of mouthwatering breakfast food, ranging from sandwiches, tortilla, fruit juices, coffee and more, with sandwiches and fruit juices being the attractions. We visited A • Toast on a Friday morning and here’s our review on the food we have tasted.

Our most favourite dish here in A • Toast is their Milky White Toast (RM8.90). Not only the dish was visually appealing, we loved the combination of fluffy white bread and grilled chicken. There was a good zestfulness and kick from the chicken. Overall, the entire dish was very flavourful and delicious.

Another crowd favourite in A • Toast, the Bamboo Charcoal Toast (RM9.30) was delicious as well. It is hard to go wrong with sandwich and egg. Besides, the brightly orange-coloured chicken floss stood out against the bamboo bread, and thus making this entire dish very appealing and photo-worthy. But a colleague of ours prefer milky white toast as he described the bamboo “had a weird taste in his mouth”.

Next up, if you prefer something less messy, their Chicken Tortilla (RM8.90) would be best suit you. Served with tender grilled chicken, lettuce, tomato slices, cucumber slices and cheese sauce, the filling was rich while the tortilla was nicely toasted so the sides were crisp.

The Big Breakfast (RM16.90) was very hearty but rather basic. Standard but nicely presented, the dish came with scrambled egg, charcoal toast, ham, hashbrowns, sausage, and vegetables. It tasted as expected as expected for a breakfast, nothing extraordinary or bad. We would suggest just stick to their sandwiches.

A • Toast drinks menu are kept simple, ranging from healthy juices, coffee, tea and chocolate drinks. We tried the Dragonfruit + Grape + Apple (RM8.90), which highly came suggested by the friendly staff. Very refreshing and healthy.

Verdict

The naming of A • Toast means A class and high quality toast, which underpins the menu of their restaurant. Their sandwiches were yummy and flavoursome, and that’s what we would recommend first-timer to try as well.

Overall, dining at A • Toast was surely an enjoyable experience. We also loved that waiters in this restaurant are all locals. Due to limited seating, it is advisable to visit them early as possible as the restaurant opens at 6am. Or else you can just opt to grab a wholesome breakfast to go.

More Info

A • Toast – Breakfast & Juice Bar
291, Jalan Pudu, Pudu,
55200 Kuala Lumpur
(Same row with Sek Yun, under the linking bridge to D’Majestic KL)

Operating Hours:
6.00AM-3.00PM, Mon-Tue, Thurs-Fri
6.00AM-12.00PM, Wed
9.00AM-3.00PM, Sat-Sun

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Mancave Cafe & Collectibles is a dream come true for every superhero fans. Despite its somewhat secluded location in Puchong, the newly opened cafe has attracted a good amount of diners since its opening in earlier January, and we can clearly see why.

Upon entering into the cafe, the first thing that you will notice is the superhero and villains figurines such as Batman, Ironman, Captain America, Joker, Harley Quinn and more, neatly organised at every corner of this cozy and spacious cafe. It’s like a mini museum for figurines and if you are a superhero fan, you are going to have a fun time taking photos of them.

Founded by 3 superhero fans, the co-founders have been collecting figurines for more than 15 years. This explains why you could see many different superheroes from different generation. One of the co-founder Mr Lee said, the thought of only them admiring the figurines is too selfish. So they decided to open a cafe and displaying their collections, at the same time making Mancave as a cozy cafe for people to dine in and relax.

Besides coffee and tea, the juices served here is inspired by your favourite superheroes like Ironman, Deadpool, Hulk, Rogue, just to mention a few.

With Avengers and Deadpool being shown on the cinema this year, we went with Ironman (RM10.90), Deadpool (RM10.90), and Rogue (RM10.90) which recommended by the staff.

Deadpool is the sweeter option between the two drinks, with ice blended blackcurrent and strawberry syrup, while Ironman was sour-sweet and more citrusy. Rogue was sweet and minty, best to beat the heat.

Mancave serves a decent range of main courses for you to pick from. From pasta, to sandwich, and pizza.

If you are looking for a more hearty portion, the Creamy Tom Yam Prawn Pasta (RM14.90) is the one for you. The spaghetti is cooked in a homemade Tom Yum sauce along with pieces of cooked prawns, mushrooms, and cherry tomatoes. Delicious but remains light and refreshing.

If you are coming as a pair, Hawaiian Pizza (RM13.90) is good for sharing. Topped with pineapple chunks, chicken, mozarella and cheddar cheese, the dish was great when consumed hot, and the thin crust gives that perfect crunch.

One of the highlights of Mancave Cafe is their mochi waffle. At first glance it may look just like a regular waffle, but one bite is enough to tell the difference.

They have the original waffle Square Q (RM4.90) and Square Q Mark 1 (RM5.90) with several flavours to rotate such as Chocolate, Coffee, Banana and more.

As shown above, you can also opt to consume your mochi waffle with gelato. Named Square Q Mark 2 (RM11.90) in the menu, the waffle was crispy on the outside, yet chewy on the inside. The gelato ice cream at the side was mellow, wonderfully paired with the soft waffle. The portion is suitable for one pax.

Teaming up with a Polish baker, they have crafted a cake menu, from unique flavours like spinach semolina cakes, carrot cakes, depending on the availability of ingredients.

Verdict

Without a doubt, the star attraction of Mancave Cafe is the figurines.They are not for sold, but if you are highly interested to purchase them, you can talk to the staff over the counter or contact one of the co-founder.

Overall it was quite an interesting dining experience in Mancave Cafe. If you are into superhero figurines, you should come to Mancave Cafe at least once. It is a good place to chill with friends and family, have a light snack and drinks.

More Info

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Nooks by Baker Dave is one of our favourite cafes to visit in the Klang Valley. This is mainly because dining here always gives out warm and relaxing vibes. More importantly, you will be served by locals or by the owner, Mr David himself. A revisit to Nooks by Baker Dave last weekend was a pleasant one as food and service quality was still up to par.

One of our favourite dishes here is Spicy Carbonara (RM21) and it tasted just as delicious as it was a year ago. While the pasta sauce by itself was already creamy, the creative addition of raw egg yolk gave out an even more rich and thick flavours.

We were incredibly surprise on how generous the café was with the toppings. There were loads of ham, shitake mushroom and cheese all mixed in their spicy creamy sauce. For someone who doesn’t fancy pasta dishes, we have to concede that this is seriously delicious.

For something fun, try the Jenga French Toast (RM21.90) which is basically homemade toast with some seasonal fruits, drizzled in maple syrup. While this dish takes French Toast to a whole new level and provides some interesting Instagram pictures, it was pretty basic. That’s not to say it was bad, it’s just a pretty normal dish. But if you fancy simple-tasting food, then you might like this.

Another dish that we truly enjoyed was the Affogato Waffle (RM16.90). The texture of the waffle is soft and chewy and it went well with the thick espresso flavours mixed in vanilla ice cream.  The portion is suitable for 1 pax.

The stunning Passion Fruit Yogurt (RM15.90) incorporates the unique combination flavours of yogurt, granola, honey and passion fruit (imported by the owner’s farm). This dessert is all about the textures and strong yogurt flavours in every bite. It might not be suitable for those who prefer smooth dessert textures, but we found the dish to be pretty good.

Verdict

Needless to say it was a pleasant revisit experience. It warms our hearts to see that Nooks by Baker Dave continues to strive in business while having very little online media coverage. Yes, as of writing this review, you will never find crappy Chinese FB page promoting this awesome café. This proves that good food sells and it attracts all sorts of diners, from Malays, to Chinese and even expats.

While prices are on the higher side as most cafes are, Nooks by Baker Dave backs it up with their quality, no MSG, and top notch service.

More Info

Nooks by Baker Dave
Plaza Damas 3,
C-0-6, Jalan Sri Hartamas 1,
Taman Sri Hartamas,
50480 Kuala Lumpur

Cuisine: Western/Fusion
Operating Hours: 8.00AM – 7.00PM, closed Sundays

Read also: This Café In Damansara Makes The Craziest Waffle Burgers Ever

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Here are 5 Of The Best Cafés For A Cup Of Coffee In Bangsar.

1. Thirdwave Café @ Bangsar South

Coffee lovers will feel totally pleased at Thirdwave by their bold and fragrant tasting coffee. After all, they were the 1st runner up at the 2015 Malaysia Brewers Cup. This gem gets more and more interesting every year, choosing will be tough because of the amounts of coffee varieties, you’d spoilt with choices.

2. DR.Inc @ Kemuja 

Pronounced as “drink”, Dr.Inc is quite a undercover café but filled with artsy wall paints and vintage tiles. Unlike the regular latte or cappuccino, DR.Inc also serves captivating coffee that will intrigue your curiosity to visit the café, such as Presso Bomb where you just drop a shot of espresso in a glass of soda and Fat Americano, a shot of espresso combined with a tall glass of Coke.

3. Bean Reserve @ Lengkok Abdullah Bangsar

If you’re a fan of nitro coffee, you’d be happy to be at Bean Reserve. The café is attached to a co-working space, so you could sometimes see people working here grabbing some coffee out here. We were told that their nitro beer is big hit. For those who enjoy eating sweet stuff, their affogato (the espresso serve with soft caramel ice-cream) is delicious as well. 

4. Botanica + Co @ Bangsar South City

This is for the ones who drink coffee with eyes. The ambience at Botanica + Co is nothing short of 5 stars. The café has a stunning garden-themed aesthetics, which makes it a comfortable and pleasing place to hang out. The hot coffee prices range from RM10 to RM15, consisting piccolo latte, cappuccino, and more.

5. OJO Coffee @ Jalan Telawi 

Located at the busy street of Jalan Telawi near Bangsar Village, the white and beaming interior of OJO Coffee is an ideal place to have a productive discussion with your friends and client. Not only is the brightness from the natural lights maintains your buzz, but their top notch coffee also boosts your brain power.

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