Moon cake is a kind of high calorie pastry with a high price per piece, is a popular festival food in China for Mid-Autumn Festival. Over the years, moon cake bakers have developed many different flavours as well as incorporated new ways to serve the moon cake (salty or sweet). Moon cakes that were originally baked now can be served frozen and through various other methods. MIXED NUTS Wuren (chinese name) literally means
Coffee has been both praised and mocked for centuries. It is been said that caffeine can cure laziness as a “gift from heaven”. But what are the actual, scientifically proven pros and cons of coffee we know today? GOOD: BOOST PHYSICAL PERFORMANCE Have a cup of black coffee about an hour before workout and your performance can improve. Caffeine increases adrenaline levels in your blood. Adrenaline is your body’s hormone which helps you to prepare for physical
Haze is an atmospheric condition where smoke, dust and moisture suspended in the air, obscuring visibility. Slight haze usually disperses when the winds pick up strength. However, at times, it can linger for days or months! STAY INDOOR Avoid going outdoors as much as possible. It’s best to stay indoors when the air outside is not fit for breathing. Only go out if it’s an absolute necessity. CLEAN AIR CONDITIONER
Approximately 200 breeds of durians in Malaysia, each breed is brimmed with exquisite flavour and aroma. When they ripe and fall onto the ground, they tend to have more flesh and a stronger aroma. The durian season usually occurs every June and July. It is a creamy, tender and sweet fruit that is encased by a distinctive thorny outer-shell. MUSANG KING Musang King is the king of the ‘king of
We have all seen enough milk ads to know that calcium is key for strong bones and preventing osteoporosis. But it’s also needed for muscle contraction, blood clotting, and keeping your heart beating. Besides milk, there are many plant-based sources of calcium. FIGS Figs make a great sweet treat and are rich in fiber and antioxidants. Try them as a midday snack or crush them into a creamy jam. TOFU Tofu
Most olive trees can live more than 500 years. Olive oil is known for being ‘cleanser’ or ‘purifier’ for body. It is not just essential for crafting salad dressing or making oven-baked foods even more delicious, but also because it’s so good for your health! GOOD FOR HEART Olive oil contains biophenols, which suppress the oxidization of LDL (bad cholesterol) which has been shown to play a role in the
Having stressful days and sleepless nights? Maybe it’s time to make a great escape to some of the beaches in Indonesia and enjoy the soothing and calming environment while making memories. BELITUNG ISLAND An island off the coast of Eastern Sumatra. Surrounded by more than 100 smaller and uninhabited islands. So one thing you should definitely do is to go island-hopping! Tanjung Kelayang and Tanjung Tinggi, both are close to each
How many of you know what’s good to eat here in Sabah? Reasonable and simple yet unique food are available all over Sabah. TUARAN MEE Originated from Tuaran Town is one of the most popular noodles in Sabah. Tuaran Mee is usually fried and serve with Chun Kien slice (Sabah Hakka Spring roll) and vegetables. A good plate of fried Tuaran mee should be fragrant, springy and leaves an “eggy” aftertaste. If you in drop by Kota
Sabah in Malaysian Borneo attracts tourists and backpackers for its rainforests, wildlife, biodiversity and exotic cultural traditions. MOUNT KINABALU Malaysia’s tallest peak. Mount Kinabalu rises an impressive 4095 metres. Featuring on Sabah’s state flag and giving the name to the capital city, Kota Kinabalu, climbing the mountain has and always will be one of the top things to do in Sabah. Hikers need to join an organised tour and there
As we age, it becomes more difficult to maintain a healthy metabolism rate. Choosing these youth-promoting foods will equip your body with the cancer-fighting, wrinkle-smoothing, and metabolism-reviving vitamins and nutrients it needs to help you look and feel young and vibrant, in the most natural way. CHIA SEED Sprinkling chia seeds into your morning smoothies or oats is an effortless way to reach your daily quota. Because chia seeds are one of the