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June 23, 2016

Warna Warni Aidilfitri 2016 at Kompleks Kraft Kuala Lumpur

Ramadan is fast coming to an end and if you have yet to do your shopping to prepare for the upcoming Aidilfitri celebration, here’s one place I would suggest; The Kompleks Kraft Kuala Lumpur.


Kraftangan Malaysia, an agency under Ministry of Tourism and Culture (MOTAC) has just launched the annual Warna Warni Aidilfitri 2016, a bazaar that features creatives handmade crafts and  produce such as clothings, accessories, and agro produce at a very competitive price, and it would be a perfect place to hunt not only for great bargain, but for exclusive goods as well.

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Minister of Tourism and Culture, Dato Seri Mohamed Nazri addressing the media and public during the launching of Warna Warni Aidilfitri.


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Booths selling crafty goods for Aidilfitri


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Visitor shopping for clothes


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Batik clothings


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Contemporary clothes for women


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Batik clothings for both men and women


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Agro produce being sold


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There’s also cooking demo on schedule so you might want to keep an eye on it too.


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Exotic dish spotted; Pulut Periuk Kera (Glutinous rice cooked in pitcher plant)


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A closer look at the pitcher plant glutinuos rice.


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Warna Warni Aidilfitri 2016 will be ongoing from 22 June to 3 July 2016 from 10 am to 8 am (Mon-Thurs) and 10am to 10 pm (Fri-Sun).


The goods sold here at the Warna Warni Aidilfitri are exclusive and not sold anywhere else and was not mass produced, so if you are the kind who goes for classy and exclusive items, this is definitely the place to go.


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Published on June 23, 2016 12:53

Discover Selangor: 5 Most Iconic Mosques in Selangor

What better time to appreciate the beauty of these Islamic architectures than the holy month of Ramadan? Here are the top 5 most iconic mosques in Selangor that you can visit and if you are a Muslim, join in a prayer congregation.


Be prepared to immerse yourselves in awe-inspiring Islamic architecture of beautiful domes, majestic mosque structures and learn more about Islam in Malaysia’s most developed state, Selangor.


1) SULTAN SALAHUDDIN ABDUL AZIZ SHAH MOSQUE


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Also known as the ‘Blue Mosque’, it is the largest in Malaysia and also in Southeast Asia. It is situated beside the Raja Lumu Lake in Shah Alam.

For details: T +603 5519 9988 / 7966 7977 / www.mssaas.gov.my / GPS 3.078940,

101.519824


2) SULTAN SULEIMAN ROYAL MOSQUE


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The mosque’s architecture is of Western Art Deco and Neoclassical styles. Attractions are the Tangga Diraja (royal stairs) from Istana Alam Shah and a royal mausoleum, mesmerizing stood in Klang.

For details: T +603 3371 6044 / www.mpklang.gov.my / GPS 3.03477, 101.45052


3) ALAEDDIN MOSQUE (CITY MOSQUE)


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Built in Kampung Bandar, Kuala Langat in 1924 by Almarhum Sultan Suleiman Shah, this mosque was inspired and inaugurated by HRH in 1926. Once the Selangor State Mosque, HRH often read the Friday sermon here.

For details: T +603 5519 0050 / www.padat.gov.my / GPS 2.85791, 101.44299


4) KLIA MOSQUE


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The Sultan Abdul Samad Mosque or better known as KLIA Mosque is situated close to the Kuala Lumpur International Airport.

For details: T +603 8319 0200 / 603 8319 0300 / www.mpsepang.gov.my / GPS 2.78782, 101.67645


5) SULTAN IBRAHIM MOSQUE


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It is the district mosque of Kuala Selangor. Located at the city centre, the mosque was completed in 1985 and opened by the late Sultan Salahuddin Abdul Aziz Shah. It was named after the 18th century ruler of Selangor, Sultan Ibrahim Shah, who reigned from 1778 to 1826.


For details: T +603 3289 1439 / 6331 / www.mdks.gov.my / GPS 3.32833,101.25798


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Published on June 23, 2016 09:39

June 22, 2016

From Malaysia to Around The World: The Affordable Way

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Going on holiday is something everyone would enjoy, either you are traveling solo or with friends and family, one or two holidays a year is needed to help you escape from the tiring and probably boring daily routines.


There are a lot to plan before you go on a holiday, one of the important matter before you plan any further is how are you getting there. For the domestic getaway there will be a lot of options to choose maybe by using buses or jumping on a train or even flying with airplanes. However, if you are planning to go to an international destination, using an airplane is one thing you have to do unless there is other option like going on a cruise.


In Malaysia though, the Kuala Lumpur international airports is now flying everywhere in the world and there are many Southeast Asian travellers (from Indonesia or Thailand) go to Kuala Lumpur to get them to international destination like India, Europe or United States with a more affordable price. Even the national airlines Malaysian Airlines is offering daily deals for international destinations like Australia, India, Europe and United Kingdom. Malaysia Airlines also flies to every city in Malaysia from Alor to Langkawi to Ipoh.


Now, purchasing the flight tickets is quite tricky since we all want to get cheap flights to save our holiday money, but how to get cheap flights? Here are some tips you can try at home before booking your holiday:


1. Try to fly early morning or at night time


Not many people like the early morning or midnight flights, therefore airplanes will normally give you cheaper price to fly at this hour.


2. Book your tickets two weeks before


Some air carriers would start their flight promotion two weeks before the departure date, however if you’re planning to go on holiday in the peak season like summer holiday try to book them much earlier like three or four months before to save yourself from the last minute seats.


3. Book your flight at midnight


Air carriers won’t issue your ticket unless you pay for it. When someone doesn’t pay, air carrier will have to cancel their tickets and you can get these cancelled tickets in a low price when you book them at midnight. Try to use direct online booking from the carrier so you won’t have to rely on travel agents.


4. Fly on Wednesday


There are not many people who would like to leave on a mid-week, this results in many empty seats on Wednesday and therefore, it will be easier for you to get the promotional/ discount airfares.


5. Befriend with A Travel Agent officer


This might sound silly but if you have a friend at the travel agent, it will be much easier for you to ask them to get you promotional fares when you need them. For example, if you know you will be traveling to Penang in December, you can always as your “travel-agent friend” to book you a ticket early when there is a promotion. You can also check online travel agent sites, like Traveloka, to get a lot of cheap flights option.


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Published on June 22, 2016 10:23

June 20, 2016

Ramadan Buffet 2016: Berbuka Puasa At Rajawali, Awana Hotel, Resorts World Genting

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Fancy the scents and sights of a Ramadan food bazaar without the heat and the crowds? If that strikes a chord, consider an iftar meal in the clouds, at the spacious, traditional Rajawali restaurant located at Awana Hotel, Resorts World Genting. The spacious restaurant overlooks the green links of the Awana golf course, and offers beautiful views of the setting sun, making it a destination out of the ordinary for a memorable Ramadan buffet.  The exceptional location demands an impressive menu. The chefs at Rajawali have outdone themselves by designing three menus which will be served on rotation during the buffet period. Drawing from memories of idyll kampung childhoods, to the complex flavours of dishes from the Middle East, the Ramadan promotion at Rajawali is designed to bring diners on a tantalising food tour, where textures, flavours and spices abound.  All menus will offer a smorgasbord of items, with a mix of Malaysian, Western, Indian and Middle Eastern. Menu one features penne bolognaise, rendang paru, fish head curry, steamed fish, spiced fried chicken, chickpea marsala, mixed vegetables and a signature kangkong belacan. The second menu offers lasagna, opor daging, jhinga marsala, spiced fried quail, sweet and sour fish, vegetable pakora, kailan with salted fish and mixed vegetables; while menu number three comprises of fussili marinara, lamb vindaloo, fish head in assam pedas, assam fish, aloo gobi, pajeri terung and mixed vegetables. Commencing 6 June to 5 July 2016, the Ramadan spread will be ready for guests from 6pm, and will run until 9.30pm daily. The gastronomic offering is priced at RM100 nett for adults, RM50 nett for children, and RM80 nett for senior citizens.


Rehydrate with a range of traditional breaking-of-fast beverages like air sirap bandung (rose syrup in milk), sirap selasih (basil seeds in rose syrup), a variety of cordials, iced lemon tea, hot teh tarik and tongkat Ali-infused coffee.  There are five to seven varieties of local and imported dates to select from for the breaking of fast, along with the traditional porridge, bubur lambuk which is a nourishing, savoury congee of prawn, chicken, minced beef, anchovies, slowly simmered with spring onions, fried shallots, ginger, garlic oil, chilli flakes and other aromatics. Those wanting to start slow can ease into their

feast with fresh bread rolls and a choice of mushroom, tomato or potato soup, moving on to a crispy array of fritters ranging from banana, sweet potato, yam, breadfruit and cempedak. There will also be the Chinese eu tiow or oil fritter, now known as ‘cakoi’ along Malay food circles.  Among the other items to be savoured are roast lamb with homemade black pepper and mint sauce, creamy ayam percik, a variety of satay including tripe and liver satay, grilled otak otak, and a variety of grilled fish and seafood, along with their quintessential sauce accompaniments which include chili sambal, sambal belacan, budu, cincaluk sambal, sambal tempoyak and tamarind water. These will pair wonderfully with the spread of edible raw greens (ulam), and local salads (kerabu). A special corner will be dedicated to Kelantanese delicacies such as gear box soup (a peppery beef bone marrow broth) served with fresh crusty bread, and signature rice dishes from the state, including nasi dagang, nasi kerabu and nasi tumpang. Fans of middle eastern cuisine will also appreciate the Arabic briyani rice and the chicken and lamb mandy served with yoghurt and tomato chilli chutney. Also on offer are chicken, lamb and beef kebabs made with tortillas or pita bread, served with vegetable raita. Bread fans will also be able to savour beef, sardine and chicken roti John. In true street food style, expect the kind of fare prevalent in food markets across Malaysia: loklok (steamboat with food prepared on skewers), murtabak, roti canai, poori, chappati, dhosai, idli, as well as fruit rojak, stuffed grilled beancurd pockets and pasembor rojak. Additionally, tuck into local delicacies like Ipoh curry mee, fried kuey teow, chicken and duck rice, a mind-boggling variety of laksa (Buyong, Sarawak, laksam, Johor), as well as perennial favourites like vermicelli in soup, mee jawa, mee bandung, mee rebus and mee kari.  For the more Western in palate, there will be cold seafood platters which include oysters, mussels, scallops and crabs served with Thai sauce, Tabasco and lemon wedges, as well as assorted pickles. Desserts range from the simple to the lavish, with a selection of fresh cut fruits and Malaysian favourites like soursop, longan, pulasan, pomelo and hogplum, and assorted kuih (lapis, rainbow lapis, lompang, talam, talam Nyonya, onde-onde, seri muka, putri mandi and many other favourites). For that distinct street food feel, there is also a variety of sweet porridges such as green bean with kampung durian, Nyonya bubur cha cha, pengat pisang Raja, cendol, shaved ice and an ice cream counter. There is the added convenience of surau facilities on level seven of the hotel where both male and female guests can perform their Maghrib prayers prior to the breaking of fast. 


Adding to that, Awana Hotel guests may also inform the service personnel at Rajawali during the break fast service if they are going to be partaking of the Ramadan buffet and wish to be taken to the Awana mosque for Tarawih. The hotel will try its utmost to arrange van service to the mosque, although it is deemed an ad-hoc service.


Observances over, it is time to tuck in.  For more details, please call 03 – 2718 1118 or log on to www.rwgenting.com.


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Published on June 20, 2016 22:15

Editor’s Pick: Top 10 Ramadan Buffet 2016 in Klang Valley

Deciding which hotel to break fast with your family and colleague during Ramadan can be quite a hassle. There’s so many hotels around offering all sort of things and their prices differs too. So here’s my Top 10 pick on where to break fast this Ramadan 2016 to help you decide:


1. Utara Coffee House, Armada Hotel


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Must try: The noodle station. They have superb Laksa Utara and Laksa Thai.


Buffet’s pricing and details: http://cleffairy.com/ramadan-buffet-2016-sinar-ramadan-utara-coffee-house-armada-pj


2. Saffron Brasserie AnCasa Hotel & Spa KL


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Must Try: Nasi Kerabu. Original and authentic.


Buffet pricing and details: http://cleffairy.com/ramadan-buffet-2016-selera-desa-nostalgia-60an-saffron-brasserie-of-ancasa-hotel-spa-kuala-lumpur


3. Hotel Royal KL


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Must Try: Sup Gearbox


Buffet pricing and details: http://cleffairy.com/ramadan-buffet-2016-lambaian-selera-utara-hotel-royal-kuala-lumpur


4. Verandah, Cyberview Resort& Spa


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Must Try: Freshly cooked prawns


Buffet pricing and details: http://cleffairy.com/ramadan-buffet-2016-verandah-cyberview-resortspa


5. Pearl International Hotel


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Must try: Nasi Kandar with rotational side dishes.


Buffet pricing and details: http://cleffairy.com/ramadan-buffet-2016-sentuhan-ramadan-berbuka-puasa-at-cafe-5-pearl-international-hotel


6. PARKROYAL KL


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Must try: The varieties of their rendangs originating from different states in Malaysia.


Buffet pricing and details: http://cleffairy.com/ramadan-buffet-2016-ramadan-selera-kampung-chatz-brasserie-parkroyal-kuala-lumpur


7. Renaissance KL


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Must try: Durian


Buffet pricing and details: http://cleffairy.com/ramadan-buffet-2016-traditional-malaysian-flavours-and-all-you-can-eat-durian-at-temptations-renaissance-kuala-lumpur


8. Cempaka Apartment Hotel


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Must try: Kari Kepala Ikan


Buffet pricing and details: http://cleffairy.com/ramadan-buffet-2016-junction-bistro-selera-makan-malam-buffet-cempaka-apartment-hotel


9. Dorsett KL


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Must try: Chef’s special salmon fish


Buffet pricing and details: http://cleffairy.com/ramadan-buffet-2016-selera-kampung-dorsett-kl


10. Ramada Plaza


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Must try: Mee Kari


Buffet pricing and details: http://cleffairy.com/ramadan-buffet-2016-santapan-warisan-melayu-la-brasserie-ramada-plaza


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Published on June 20, 2016 10:30

June 19, 2016

School Holiday Fun: Spacetastic Adventure with Ice Age In Resorts World Genting

Ice Age Collision Course in Resorts World Genting


As you probably might know right now, Ice Age Will be releasing it’s latest movie installment and Resorts World Genting is celebrating the upcoming release of Spacetastic Adventure with Ice Age: Collision Course and it will be ongoing from 4 June to 24 July 2016


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There are plenty of fun interactive activities for the whole family up there.


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So, what’s this is Ice Age Collision Course is all about? Well, if you have been following the story’s installment you will probably guessed that Ice Age is all about Scrat and his prehistoric friends. This time, it is about Scrat’s pursuit of his elusive acorn catapults him into outer space where he accidentally sets off a series of cosmic events that threaten Earth. The other lovable characters from the show, Manny, Sid and Diego lead the rest of herd on a quest that is full of thrills and spills, along the way providing lots of laughter. Like the movie tagline suggests, it’s “one small step and one giant mess”!


Apart from the special premiere screening of the movie on 5 July, visitirs can join the line-up of events at the resort, from an educational interactive game and social media contest to meet-and-greet sessions with the popular characters from the show.


Brimmed with fun games, photo opportunities and attractive prizes, Spacetastic Adventure with Ice Age: Collision Course is an edutainment event of the year.


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Here’s where you can actually meet Scrat in his Spacesuit, Buck, Crash & Eddie for the first time at Resorts World Genting.


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The educational interactive game and social media contest that is on for the whole duration of the event is a 10-minute session that sees teams comprising two to four participants each, helping Scrat finds his way back to Earth safely.


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Kids and family would enjoy this contest that highlights fun facts about the solar system and constellations when they take part in three challenges and complete a Facebook contest. Participants stand to win Ice Age Collision Course movie merchandises worth up to RM3, 000.


Another fun activity in store is Manny’s Match Up that gets participants to memorize the card placement and help the characters involved find their match. Free tokens will be given to the winners of this game.


If you are in Genting during the dates and would like to take part in the promotional events, head over to First World Plaza where all the action is to take place from 10am to midnight, from 4 June to 24 July 2016.


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Fans of the movie also have the chance to get up close and personal with their favorite Ice Age characters like Sid, Scrat and Diego at the various meet-and-greet sessions scheduled to be held from 4 to 12 June, and on 18, 19, 25, 26 June 2016 and 5 to 10 July 2016. The hours scheduled: 11.30am, 1.30pm, 3.30pm and 5.30pm.


Genting Rewards members and First World Indoor Theme Park wristband holders and SnowWorld customers and Spacetastic Adventure Challenge can redeem free admission.


For more information, visit www.rwgenting.com or call 03 – 2718 1118.


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Published on June 19, 2016 21:39

June 17, 2016

Sungei Wang Shares Ramadan Joy with Underprivileged Children

I’m a bit of a shopaholic and Sungei Wang Plaza, Kuala Lumpur is one of my favourite shopping lurk. I somewhat consider the shopping mall almost my second home and I can be seen hunting for stuff there pretty often. True to it’s tagline, Sungei Wang offers all kinds of everything and ‘everything’ in one place is just the thing that a busy woman like me need; convenience to shop for stuff in just one place.


It is almost mid Ramadan as of writing and Sungei Wang has just announced their Aidilfitri theme for the year; Lip-Lap Lip-Lip Raya during the launching of their month long Aidilfitri celebration in the mall.


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Sungei Wang Plaza has invited underprivileged children to share the Ramadan and Aidilfitri joy, and the children were treated to a fun day out at the mall.


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There were performances by local artists and cultural performances by JKKN performers.


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The children were treated to a sumptuos breaking fast session in Nandos, and it is by far the most enjoyable breaking fast session that I’ve had so far as the children were treated like VVIP in Nandos and the Sungei Wang staffs,bosses and media all get to sit and eat together with the kids instead of being segregrated.


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A 4 year old girl with her caretaker

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A girl breaking fast


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Celebrity guests sharing the food with each other.This is indeed the true spirit of Ramadan togetherness.


To enchance the festive mood, a series of exciting activities are planned for all shoppers. There will be kuih making demonstration to learn how to make traditional kuih by celebrity Ifa Raziah on 19&25 June and l 2&3 July, there will be Raya Cookies making demo by Bagus, a baking culinary academy as well. The academy will be giving away 1,000 traditional cookies making books and 500 boxes of cookies to lucky shoppers. Apart from that, there will be Teh Tarik demonstration and a Miss Kebaya fashion showcasing.


Shoppers who spend a minimum of RM150 in a maximum of 2 accumulated receipts gets to to redeem a set of Exclusive Sungei Wang Plaza colourful coasters as well.


For more information on ongoing events and current promotions in Sungei Wang Plaza, visit http://www.sungeiwang.com or http://fb.com/sungeiwangplaza.


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Published on June 17, 2016 12:35

June 16, 2016

Marrakesh Raya in Quill City Mall

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Quill City Mall,a family neighbourhood shopping destination along Jalan Sultan Ismail Kuala Lumpur; has unveiled its Marrakesh themed event in conjunction with the Ramadhan and Hari Raya Aidilfitri celebrations.


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The mall is transformed into a dazzling Moroccan Bazaar, enticing shoppers to experience the true-life Marrakesh shopping.


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Some of the goods sold in the Moroccan themed bazaar.


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30-feet tall Moroccan Berber welcoming visitors.


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Dato’ Ar. Michael Ong, Executive Director, of Quill Group of Companies together with Ms. Qamarina of AEON,  officiated the “Selamat Marrakesh Raya” themed Raya launch.


MUD KL Performance in Quill City Mall, Ramadan 2016


Special cultural performances by MUD KL group.


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The mall also invited 63 underprivileged children from Rumah Anak-Anak Yatim Shifa and Rumah Anak Yatim Rahoma Darul Fakir for a ‘berbuka puasa’ session in conjunction of honouring the Holy month of Ramadan.


To further enrich this momentous celebration, Quill City Mall planned the following exciting activities throughout the festive period and shoppers get to redeem Quill City Mall’s uniquely designed Raya green packets, mugs and attractive tissue box holder.


Also keep a lookout on special promotions and offerings by participating outlets which includes a wide range of international and local cuisine for “buka puasa”.


For more information, visit Facebook.com/quillcity or Instagram: QuillCityMall


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Published on June 16, 2016 12:20

June 13, 2016

Discover Selangor Flotilla Magic of The Night 2016: A Unique Retro Style Flotilla Presenting “The Heart Of Malaysia”

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The unique design of Tourism Selangor Flotilla has been inspired by the Retro style approach. Selangor rich in history, culture as well as Legends. Leading the Selangor flotilla, during the Magic Of The Night 2016 event, is our very own legend in Malaysian Football, SUPER MOKH in his most famous pose! Played for Selangor from 1972 till 1990 and played for national team from 1972 until 1985! Drums used for moral support as well as cheering after a victorious win. Behind the drums are Centong Buluh, a bamboo stamping tube that the famous Mah Meri tribe of Pulau Carey used during their many interesting celebrations and festivals. Flying proudly is the leaf origami bird by the Mah Meri tribe, renowned for their masterful leaf origami as well as wood carving. Thanks to the conservation and preservation, their population are increasing and they still practice the culture which is their belief towards their ancestors and spirit. Masks displayed are the Spirit of Kelolong and Mayang Lembu. These are produced by the Mah Meri tribe and these masks are as well sought for future generations.  Bunga Tanjung also known as Spanish Cherry is the official flower of Selangor, the petals represents diversity and regional destinations and the red and yellow petals symbolise the official flag of Selangor. Relics of the past, the lighthouse, the oldest palace in Selangor, Palace Jugra and the Tok Bedil’s canons still stand proudly at Bukit Melawati, Kuala Selangor.


These beautiful sights of Selangor are indeed worth to behold. Tourism Selangor General Manager, Noorul Ashikin Mohd Din said, ”Tourism Selangor continuously promoting ‘Discover Selangor’, with the tagline ‘Heart of Malaysia’ as a tourism promotional campaign for Selangor State Government. Selangor offers you a complete experience from outdoor adventures of rock climbing and white-water rafting to the scenic nature of jungle tracks and magnificent waterfalls, the fun and excitement of glorious theme parks to sandy beaches along coastal shores, from the terrific hours of non-stop shopping to the colourful diversity of people, cultures and backgrounds, and last but not least, the abundant choices of food from the multi-cultural influences, awaits anyone who cares to explore the beauty that is uniquely and truly Selangor”. The Discover Selangor Flotilla won second in Most Creative flotilla category. Winning trophy was presented by Datuk Seri Tengku Adnan Tengku Mansor, Malaysian Minister of the Federal Territories to Puan Noorul Ashikin Mohd Din, General Manager of Tourism Selangor. The decorated flotilla parade started at 9 pm to 10 pm daily. Visitors has captured memories through photo opportunities with the wonderful floats up until 11 pm at the dock, during the Royal Floria Festival 2016, Putrajaya.


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Published on June 13, 2016 11:37

June 12, 2016

Attractions in Bentong: Valley Agro Park

Valley Agro Park is basically an agro park that consists of; farm, fish pond, restaurant and chalet and is a very laid back place where you can just forget about the hustle and the bustle of the city.


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My family and I stayed there for 2D1N for our little Mother’s Day weekend getaway and I must say that it is one of the most relaxing experience that I ever had.


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It is beautiful place with a laidback fantasy comes to life.


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Plenty of charming and romantic spots here.


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My husband and I went boating for a little while over there during our first day.


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But boating requires too much energy so we decided that the floating gazebo is much more relaxing.


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After that we climbed up the treehouse for some birdwatching before we began exploring the place further.


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Here in Valley Agro Park, you will never grow hungry. Food are actually everywhere. Valley Agro Park actually promotes sustainable living where there’s both vegetable farm, edible plants and fishing pond where you can catch fishes to make them your meals.


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Vegetables freshly plucked from Valley Agro Park


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Promegranate plant


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Dragonfruit plants


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Ripened fruits spotted everywhere and it is free for plucking.


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The owner of Valley Agro Park showing us around.


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And here’s their locally grown Spanish Lychees.


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We helped ourselves to the fleshy and satisfying fruit, before tagging along with the owner to find some honey and pollen to be eaten directly from the beehive.


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Owner of Valley Agro Park, showing us and harvesting bee pollen for us.


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Spotting bee pollen to be eaten on the spot.


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Bee pollen. Unlike honey, these bee pollen tasted fruity and sourish and leaves quite a long aftertaste on the tongue.


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Famously running as a restaurant, Valley Agro Park has it’s own fishing pond.


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And here’s the workers netting some fishes for our meals.


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Catching fishes


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Huge fishes, ready to be sent to the kitchen.


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And here’s the chalet part of the Valley Agro Park. The accomodation is pretty much back to nature style. While there are higher ends room with water heater and air cond, we opt for the most basic room to stay for the night. Our host has graciously offered us the biggest room with full amnesties like air cond and water heater, but we politely declined and asks for the basic room instead as we wanted to experience Vallay Agro Park the way it’s intended to be; back to nature style.


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An intimate Queen sized bedroom with additional mattress for our son.


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The bathroom was ensuite. It was very basic and clean.


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The room comes with a window and a fantastic view.


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Breathtaking view from our window at night. I may have trouble sleeping every other night but I slept like a baby here in Valley Agro Park and actually overslept and missed breakfast.


Our 2D1N getaway in Valley Agro Park is nothing but amazing. We enjoyed ourselves immensely and this is definitely one of the best eco tourism trip that we ever partake in.


For more information on Valley Agro Park, please refer to the information below.


Website : http://www.valleyagropark.com

Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/valleyagropark

Map: https://goo.gl/maps/uqxRbiXvkZR2

Address : PT44, KM13, Mukim Tras, 27600 Raub, Pahang, Malaysia.


Contact : +6019-228 9152 ( 11:30am – 09:30pm )


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Published on June 12, 2016 02:58