[Pork-free] There is a new vinyl cafe in KL. Volume KL is located inside Arch Galeries, an upcoming commercial hub for F&B and entertainment. Currently in its soft launch mode, Volume KL serves coffee, pastries and juices with a 400-vinyl wall as a massive backdrop. Volume KL will soon operate a full kitchen from The Listening Room in…
[Pork-free, lard-free, alcohol-free] Fusion Butter Cake House is one of our favourite things to tapau whenever we’re in Penang. The brand ventured into the Klang Valley two years ago when it opened a branch in PJ Old Town. Penang’s Famous Fusion Butter Cake in PJ We enjoy Fusion’s butter cake for its fluffy yet moist…
Matcha & Espresso Miyano-Yu is charming cafe located near Nezu shrine in Tokyo. This cafe was converted from an old bathhouse, and still retained a lot of the original interior such as tiles, water taps and stools. The cafe offers both matcha and coffee. It’s located close to Nezu station, and is only a 5-minute…
Kiara Cakes, Subang [Pork-free] Previously operating in Mont Kiara, Kiara Cakes has moved to its new location in SS19, Subang Jaya. Known for its customisable whole cakes, Kiara Cakes also offer hot dishes from the kitchen and coffee beans from Elo Coffee Roasters. The Butter Tteok (RM8 per pair) here is well-made – retaining its crispy exterior…
Bangsar Venicia – a hidden spot for homely Chinese food [Pork-free] Bangsar Venicia is truly a hidden restaurant, tucked inside the Bangsar Puteri Condominium compound. There’s no visible signage, and you’ll need to register at the guardhouse before being allowed into the restaurant. Despite its low-profile location, Bangsar Venicia has built up a loyal following…
Ebimaru Ramen: A French Twist on Tokyo’s Best Comfort Food [Non-halal] We had the absolute best ramen of our recent trip to Tokyo at Ebimaru Ramen. Located in the charming Jimbōchō district, this spot specialises in ramen served in an incredibly rich lobster bisque broth. It was recommended to us by a local friend, and it exceeded…