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We stayed at Holiday Inn Express Beijing Tongzhou for 3 nights. Also, where we went on this day. - [Beijing Tour (5/6-11/6/2026) - Part 1](https://irenelaw.com/beijing-tour-part-1/) - Back in June, just after Gawai, we went to Beijing. It was not planned. It was a last-minute decision. It's our first time to Beijing. Read about it here. - [NOW IS YOUR MOMENT: HUAWEI PURA 90s SERIES BRINGS NEW POSSIBILITIES THROUGH MOBILE IMAGING AND ALL-SCENARIO INNOVATION](https://irenelaw.com/huawei-pura-90s/) - HUAWEI Pura 90s Pro Max & Pura 90s Pro are designed to redefine mobile photography through upgraded imaging capabilities, distinctive design, AI-powered intelligence. - [Simple & Delish Bak Kwa Grilled Sandwich](https://irenelaw.com/bak-kwa-grilled-sandwich/) - Eating bak kwa sandwich is common in Malaysia and Singapore. More so during Chinese New Year period. Do you eat your bak kwa like this? Try it if you don't. - [Easy Kaya & Cheese French Toast](https://irenelaw.com/easy-kaya-cheese-french-toast/) - Have you tried kaya and cheese French toast? It's so easy. The sweetness of kaya with the saltiness of cheese is a combination that you either love or hate. - [Basic Rice Cooker Beauty Peach Gum Collagen](https://irenelaw.com/basic-rice-cooker-beauty-peach-gum-collagen/) - Yes! You can cook peach gum collagen soup using a basic rice cooker. There is no need for any fancy or advanced rice cooker to cook peach gum collagen soup. - [HUAWEI nova 15 Max ARRIVES IN MALAYSIA: THE ALL-MAX PHONE WITH MAX BATTERY, MAX SCREEN AND MAX DURABILITY](https://irenelaw.com/huawei-nova-15-max/) - Huawei unveils the HUAWEI nova 15 Max, combining all-day battery life guided by its "Max Your Fun" philosophy for a youthful, stylish, real-life experience. - [5-Day Hainan Tour (Part 6)](https://irenelaw.com/5-day-hainan-tour-part-6/) - The last part of my 5-Day Hainan Tour. On day 4, it's our last day here. We visited the Li & Miao Cultural Heritage Park after a shopping stop. Read more... - [5-Day Hainan Tour (Part 5)](https://irenelaw.com/5-day-hainan-tour-part-5/) - Day 3 of our 5-Day Hainan Tour. We experienced our first shopping stop. WOW! It's such an eye-opener! So premium and really out of our league hahaha... View this post on Instagram A post shared by Irene Law - Lovebellbelle (@lovebellbelle) Managed to take a video of the helicopter ride. It's not slow-mo or speed - [5-Day Hainan Tour (Part 4)](https://irenelaw.com/5-day-hainan-tour-part-4/) - Day 2 of our 5-day Hainan tour. It was a packed day. We went to many places. Even checked into a new hotel in Sanya. Check out where we went and what we did. - [5-Day Hainan Tour (Part 3)](https://irenelaw.com/5-day-hainan-tour-part-3/) - It's still day 1 in Hainan. We headed to Ocean Flower Island (Hai Hua Dao 海花岛) for dinner, a light show, and to check into our hotel for the night. I got a very cute room! - [5-Day Hainan Tour (Part 2)](https://irenelaw.com/5-day-hainan-tour-part-2/) - Part 2 of my 5-Day Hainan tour back in Feb 2026. Still on day one. Not even the end of day one. See what we had and where we went before we called it a day. - [5-Day Hainan Tour (Part 1)](https://irenelaw.com/5-day-hainan-tour-part-1/) - Sharing my 5-Day Hainan tour. We joined a tour instead of going on our own. It's our first time joining a tour like this. Read about my experience here. - [ARRIVING SOON ON 19th MAY IN MALAYSIA, THE NEW HUAWEI WATCH FIT 5 SERIES, WATCH ULTIMATE DESIGN SPRING EDITION, AND FREECLIP 2 IN BERRY PURPLE](https://irenelaw.com/huawei-watch-fit-5-ultimate-design-spring-edition-freeclip-2-berry-purple/) - Introducing the new HUAWEI WATCH FIT 5 Series, HUAWEI WATCH ULTIMATE DESIGN Spring Edition, and HUAWEI FreeClip 2 in Berry Purple on 19th May in Malaysia. - [NOW IS YOUR SPARK: HUAWEI EMPOWERS EVERYONE TO BE THE STAR OF THEIR OWN LIFE WITH ALL-SCENARIO TECHNOLOGIES](https://irenelaw.com/huawei-all-scenario-technologies/) - Huawei held the “Now Is Your Spark” global product launch in Bangkok, Thailand. Introducing HUAWEI WATCH FIT 5 Series & HUAWEI WATCH ULTIMATE DESIGN Spring Edition. - [HUAWEI MATEPAD MINI LEADS NEW PRODUCT LAUNCH, ALONGSIDE HUAWEI WATCH GT RUNNER 2](https://irenelaw.com/huawei-matepad-mini-watch-gt-runner-2/) - Huawei Malaysia unveiled the HUAWEI MatePad Mini, a compact yet powerful tablet that redefines portable productivity through its “All-in-Mini concept” - [IS HUAWEI BRINGING THE MATEPAD MINI TO MALAYSIA SOON?](https://irenelaw.com/huawei-matepad-mini-malaysia/) - HUAWEI MatePad Mini has been gaining traction across both sales rankings & user feedback. Ready to explore these compact devices in a category long defined by size & power? - [Easy Orange Butter Cookies Recipe](https://irenelaw.com/easy-orange-butter-cookies-recipe/) - I made orange butter cookies for Chinese New Year. There were so many oranges at home, so I decided to take one to make these cookies. Click for recipe. - [LAST CHANCE TO SECURE YOUR HUAWEI MATE 80 PRO NOW WITH REWARDS WORTH OVER RM2,000 AS HUAWEI MATE 80 PRO PRE-ORDERS DRAW TO A CLOSE](https://irenelaw.com/huawei-mate-80-pro-preorders/) - The momentum behind the HUAWEI Mate 80 Pro (RM3,999) continues to build following its official launch, with strong demand driving stocks to run low nationwide. - [Easy S Cookies Recipe (Version 2)](https://irenelaw.com/easy-s-cookies-recipe/) - This is not the traditional recipe for the S cookies that Kuching people (at least for me) are familiar with. I can't seem to find the traditional recipe for it. All the recipes found online were not the taste and texture I'd been looking for. Do you have the traditional recipe to share? This one - [Time to Eat Nian Gao](https://irenelaw.com/cny-eat-nian-gao/) - Chinese people usually eat nian gao on the 9th day of CNY. There are many ways to do it. Most would deep fry it with sweet potato and yam. Here's how I do mine. - [Happy Chinese New Year 2026](https://irenelaw.com/happy-chinese-new-year-2026/) - It's that time of the year again! It's horse year this year. Wishing you and your family a blessed Happy Chinese New Year. 新年快乐、马年蒙福、安康、喜乐、财源滚滚、事事顺心。 - [Easy Golden Honey Corn Flakes](https://irenelaw.com/easy-golden-honey-corn-flakes/) - Golden Honey Corn Flakes, also known as Honey Joy, is so easy to make! This recipe I'm sharing can make approximately 55 pieces. Check out how to make it here. - [Easy Rice Paper Seaweed Chips](https://irenelaw.com/easy-rice-paper-seaweed-chips/) - Rice Paper Seaweed Chips, also known as Korean Seaweed Chips or Gim Bugak, were quite popular a few years ago. Check out the tips & tricks of it in this post. - [HUAWEI MATE X7 IS NOW LAUNCHED IN MALAYSIA, SETTING A NEW BENCHMARK FOR FOLDABLE SMARTPHONES](https://irenelaw.com/huawei-mate-x7-malaysia/) - HUAWEI launches the HUAWEI Mate X7 in Malaysia. The most refined & powerful foldable smartphone to date, representing its vision of what a premium foldable should be. - [A Free & Easy 4D3N KL Trip – Part 3](https://irenelaw.com/https-irenelaw-com-4d3n-kl-trip-part-3/) - This is part 3 (also the last part) of my impromptu free & easy 4D3N KL Trip that I made back in October 2025. See what we did on the 3rd & 4th day here. - [A Free & Easy 4D3N KL Trip – Part 2](https://irenelaw.com/4d3n-kl-trip-part-2/) - It's already 2026! I'm still sharing my experience of my Free & Easy 4D3N KL Trip I made back in October 2025. This is the second day of our trip. Read more... - [HUAWEI SETS A NEW STANDARD FOR PC-LEVEL PRODUCTIVITY AS MATEPAD 12 X (2026) PRE-ORDERS OPEN IN MALAYSIA](https://irenelaw.com/huawei-matepad-12x-2026-preorder-malaysia/) - HUAWEI today, 6/1/2026, officially opens pre-orders in Malaysia for the all-new HUAWEI MatePad 12 X (2026) alongside the next-generation HUAWEI M-Pencil Pro. - [Happy New Year 2026](https://irenelaw.com/happy-new-year-2026/) - Wishing you a happy New Year 2026. Hope all will be well. 2025 had not been easy for many. Nothing much to reflect on for 2025. All I know is that uneventfulness is the best blessing to have. For 2026, no resolutions are set either. We'll just tackle things as they come. In about 1 - [HUAWEI TEASES A PC-LIKE PRODUCTIVITY WITH THE ARRIVAL OF THE LATEST HUAWEI MATEPAD 12 X (2026) AND HUAWEI M-PENCIL PRO IN MALAYSIA](https://irenelaw.com/huawei-matepad-12x-m-pencil-pro/) - HUAWEI is set to introduce a new chapter of intelligent creativity in Malaysia - the HUAWEI MatePad 12 X (2026) & the next-generation HUAWEI M-Pencil Pro. - [Merry Christmas 2025](https://irenelaw.com/merry-christmas-2025/) - It's that time of the year again. Merry Christmas, everyone. 2025 hasn't been an easy year for many. Hope you stay strong and positive if you're facing difficulties or challenges this year. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Irene Law - Lovebellbelle (@lovebellbelle) Take good care of yourself and your loved ones. - [A Free & Easy 4D3N KL Trip - Part 1](https://irenelaw.com/4d3n-kl-trip-part-1/) - My impromptu free & easy 4D3N KL trip back in October 2025. We flew there from Kuching with Firefly. This post summarises what we did on the first day in KL. - [HUAWEI KICKS OFF THE HOLIDAYS WITH ITS BIGGEST YEAR-END CELEBRATION DURING THE HOLIDAY JOY SALE SEASON](https://irenelaw.com/huawei-holidays-sale-season-2025/) - From 12th-14th Dec 2025, enjoy exceptional year-end savings, special first-day deals, and thoughtfully curated festive gifts on your new HUAWEI devices. - [A Trip to Kyoto (17-24 Apr) – Part 7](https://irenelaw.com/trip-to-kyoto-part-7/) - Time to head back to Osaka from Kyoto. We took the Limousine Bus from Kyoto Station to Osaka International Airport. Then, checked in to the airport hotel. - [A Trip to Kyoto (17-24 Apr) – Part 8](https://irenelaw.com/trip-to-kyoto-part-8/) - The last day in Osaka. This concludes my Kyoto and Osaka trip that happened in April 2025. Went to the airport via the airport shuttle for early morning flight. - [Easy Self-Rising Flour Pancake Recipe](https://irenelaw.com/self-rising-flour-pancake/) - Did you know you can make pancake with self-rising flour? Here's an easy self-raising flour recipe that I've tried. Check the post out. - [A Trip to Kyoto (17-24 Apr) – Part 6](https://irenelaw.com/trip-to-kyoto-part-6/) - Continuing from A Trip to Kyoto (17-24 Apr) – Part 5 , after Nara, we headed to Fushimi Inari. After that, we went back to Kyoto and had gyukatsu for dinner. - [HUAWEI nova 14 SERIES AND HUAWEI FREEBUDS 7i NOW AVAILABLE IN MALAYSIA](https://irenelaw.com/huawei-nova-14-series-freebuds-7i/) - Experience next-level creativity & sound with the all-new HUAWEI nova 14 Series and HUAWEI FreeBuds 7i is designed for those who live boldly and stay connected. - [Easy Milk & Sugar Donuts with Instant Donut Mix](https://irenelaw.com/easy-milk-sugar-donuts-instant-mix/) - Just get instant donut mix and make donuts. Milk or sugar donuts? Which one is your favourite? It's my 3rd purchase of Noraini's Instant Doughnut Mix. You just need to make sure your yeast is active. Otherwise, all will fail. Ingredients:1/4 cup room temperature water1 Tbsp sugar5g yeast1 packet Noraini's Instant Doughnut Mix (buy here - [Easy Iced Red Dates Tea](https://irenelaw.com/easy-iced-red-dates-tea/) - Iced red dates tea is an easy and refreshing drink to make. It's believed to be beneficial for both beauty and health. You can get the pre-packed red dates tea from TikTok (https://vt.tiktok.com/ZSBe8DCfF/). It is suitable for daily consumption for overall wellness and vitality. Feel free to check out my YouTube channel and My Kitchen - [HUAWEI WATCH ULTIMATE 2 NOW AVAILABLE IN MALAYSIA: SUPPORTS 150M DIVING DEPTH AND SONAR-BASED UNDERWATER COMMUNICATION](https://irenelaw.com/huawei-watch-ultimate-2/) - HUAWEI WATCH Ultimate 2 is now available in Malaysia. Durable with refined aesthetics. First smartwatch with audio functions, certified for 150-metre diving. - [Easy Self-Raising Flour Moist Banana Cake](https://irenelaw.com/self-raising-flour-banana-cake/) - I was given a big bunch of bananas. So, I made a quick and easy self-raising flour banana cake with those overripe bananas. Check out the video and recipe here. - [How to Prepare Snow Swallow 雪燕](https://irenelaw.com/prepare-snow-swallow-雪燕/) - It's my first time preparing snow swallow to make collagen soup. I hope this video is useful to you. You'll be surprised how big it'll expand! Don't be greedy! - [How to Cook Peach Gum in Rice Cooker](https://irenelaw.com/cook-rice-cooker-peach-gum/) - All you want to know on how to prepare and cook peach gum dessert with a rice cooker can be found here. Easy guide on how to do it. Check this post out. - [My New Laptop after 10 Over Years](https://irenelaw.com/laptop-hp-15-fc0375au/) - After 10 over years, I got a new laptop, the HP 15-fc0375AU AMD Ryzen 5 7430U with Radeon Graphics. Here's my unboxing video. Also, wrote a quick review on it. - [Happy Birthday to Me 2025](https://irenelaw.com/happy-birthday-to-me-2025/) - It's another year. My birthday is here. 2025 marks hmm... How many years have I already been on earth? Hahaha! 43 years! Happy birthday to me! - [A Trip to Kyoto (17-24 Apr) – Part 5](https://irenelaw.com/kyoto-trip-part-5/) - It's the third day in Kyoto. The day before, we went to Arashiyama and Nishiki Market. Another early morning start. We had bought the Kintetsu Limited Express to Nara ticket in advance for reserved seating. In fact, you can use the standard train there too without spending the extra money on the Kintetsu Limited Express - [HUAWEI PURA 80 SERIES - THE PHOTOGRAPHY POWERHOUSE NOW AVAILABLE IN MALAYSIA](https://irenelaw.com/huawei-pura80-malaysia/) - HUAWEI Pura 80 Series, is now officially in Malaysia. Experience the industry’s 1st Switchable Dual Telephoto Camera, HDR brilliance, and striking new finishes. - [A Trip to Kyoto (17-24 Apr) – Part 4](https://irenelaw.com/kyoto-trip-part-4/) - We returned to Kyoto after Arashiyama. Went to Nishiki Market. Then, we looked for dinner on the way back to the hotel. Found an affordable place for dinner. - [HUAWEI IS BRINGING THE PURA 80 SERIES LIGHT & SHADOW POP-UP EVENT TO PAVILION KUALA LUMPUR](https://irenelaw.com/huawei-pura-80-pavilion-kuala-lumpur/) - From 25/7-3/8/2025, Malaysians are invited to immerse themselves in the Pura 80 Series Light & Shadow Pop-Up Event at Pavilion Kuala Lumpur. Sign up here! - [HUAWEI PURA 80 SERIES LANDS IN MALAYSIA WITH NEXT-GEN CAMERA CAPABILITIES AND ICONIC STYLE](https://irenelaw.com/huawei-pura-80-series-malaysia/) - HUAWEI officially launches the HUAWEI Pura 80 Series in Malaysia today. It has the industry's first switchable dual tele-lens and an ultra-large sensor. - [A Trip to Kyoto (17-24 Apr) – Part 3](https://irenelaw.com/kyoto-trip-part-3/) - This is part 1 of day 2 in Kyoto. We took a ride on the Sagano Romantic Train to Arashiyama. Feel free to check out what we did and the food we had there. - [MDEC BRINGS BUSINESS DIGITALISATION INITIATIVE (BDI) TO SARAWAK ](https://irenelaw.com/mdec-bdi-sarawak/) - The Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation (MDEC) today launched its MD Business Digitalisation Initiative (BDI) in Sarawak. It's East Malaysia's 1st rollout. - [A Trip to Kyoto (17-24 Apr) - Part 2](https://irenelaw.com/kyoto-trip-part-2/) - After a long commute and going around Kyoto, it's time to check into our room at Hotel Keihan Kyoto Hachijoguchi. However, we couldn't go into our room yet... - [Buy EXPO 2025 Osaka One-Day Ticket | Easy & Quick Guide](https://irenelaw.com/expo-2025-osaka-ticket/) - Expo 2025 Osaka is happening from 13/4-13/10/2025. Are you confused with the process? Check out this post to find out where & how to buy the tickets. - [A Trip to Kyoto (17-24 Apr) - Part 1](https://irenelaw.com/kyoto-trip-part-1/) - Part 1: Family trip to Kyoto with Malaysia Airlines & Vietnam Airlines in April 2025. We saved almost RM1K/pax on flight tickets for taking this route. - [HUAWEI FREEBUDS 6 LAUNCHES IN MALAYSIA WITH BETTER FIT, SMARTER SOUND, AND LONGER BATTERY LIFE](https://irenelaw.com/huawei-freebuds-6/) - HUAWEI FreeBuds 6, open-fit wireless earbuds. is setting a new standard for comfort, connectivity, and crystal-clear sound. Supports iOS and Android. - [HUAWEI UNVEILS MATEPAD PRO 12.2” A PREMIUM PC-LEVEL EXPERIENCE TABLET FOR WORK, PLAY, AND CREATIVITY](https://irenelaw.com/huawei-matepad-pro-12-2/) - HUAWEI MatePad Pro 12.2”, the latest evolution of its flagship tablet series. The ultimate power for work & beyond with sleek, premium, & PC-level performance. - [Easy Orange Butter Cheese Cake (Less Sweet)](https://irenelaw.com/easy-orange-butter-cheese-cake-less-sweet/) - Orange butter cheese cake using bottled orange juice. It's rich, moist, buttery, and less sweet. Try it out if you want. Check out the video and recipe here. - [ONE TAP FORWARD TO THE FUTURE OF WEARABLES WITH HUAWEI WATCH 5](https://irenelaw.com/huawei-watch-5/) - Pre-Order The HUAWEI WATCH 5 Now To Unlock Precision Tracking Of Nine Essential Health Metrics And Power Through Your Week In Effortless Style. Read more here. - [INTRODUCING THE ALL-NEW HUAWEI WATCH FIT 4 SERIES AND HUAWEI WATCH 5, COMING SOON TO MALAYSIA ](https://irenelaw.com/huawei-watch-fit-4-watch-5-malaysia/) - HUAWEI WATCH FIT 4 Series & WATCH 5, revolutionising Health, Fitness & Fashion with Intelligent Innovation. These are set to launch in Malaysia on 22/5/2025. - [Exclusive Homemade Sarawak Laksa Recipe](https://irenelaw.com/exclusive-homemade-sarawak-laksa-recipe/) - Exclusive Sarawak Laksa recipe that was shared by a friend. It's thick and rich in flavours. I was asked to make it and share it with you. Learn more... - [14 Useful Tips for EXPO 2025 Casual Visitors](https://irenelaw.com/14-useful-expo-2025-casual-visitors-tips/) - Have you been to Expo 2025? Planning to go there soon? I'm going to share some tips on how to maximize your visit as a casual visitor like me. Read more... - [Easy 1 Ingredient Crispy Fish Fillet Snack](https://irenelaw.com/crispy-fish-fillet-snack/) - Addictive crispy fish fillet snack. 1 ingredient only. Bake it in an oven and it's ready for you to munch! Extremely easy to make. Check out how to do it here. - [ASMR Unbox & Cook Haohuanluo Luo Si Fen 螺螄粉](https://irenelaw.com/haohuanluo-luo-si-fen-螺螄粉/) - My 1st time having luo si fen (螺螄粉). Always wanted to try but dare not to. Hence. I bought the instant one to try when it was on sale. Check out my experience. - [Easy Mini Coconut Milk Semperit Recipe](https://irenelaw.com/coconut-milk-semperit/) - Trying to clear the coconut milk leftover? Let's make coconut milk semperit. Instead of milk, substitute with coconut milk. Check out the recipe here. - [What to Make with Nestum? 4 Recipes for You!](https://irenelaw.com/4-nestum-recipes/) - Check out 4 recipes that is using Nestum as one of the ingredients in this post. You can make snacks, cakes, and cookies with it.Hope you find it useful. - [THE HUAWEI BAND 10 BRINGS SMARTWATCH-LEVEL FEATURES UNDER RM150 AND IS NOW AVAILABLE NATIONWIDE](https://irenelaw.com/huawei-band-10-under-rm150/) - The all-new HUAWEI Band 10 is officially available nationwide. Priced at just RM149*. Don’t miss out! Grab a RM40 Voucher, exclusively for online purchases. - [HUAWEI BAND 10 ARRIVING SOON IN MALAYSIA!](https://irenelaw.com/huawei-band-10-arriving-soon-in-malaysia/) - Experience a smartwatch-like experience with the HUAWEI Band 10, the first band to offer QR Pay feature KUALA LUMPUR, 18 MARCH 2025 – The countdown has begun! HUAWEI Band 10 is hitting the shelves on 24 March 2025. Designed to provide a smartwatch-like experience at an accessible price point, the HUAWEI Band 10 integrates advanced health - [2 Ways to Make Pina Colada Mocktail](https://irenelaw.com/2-ways-pina-colada-mocktail/) - My first time made pina coloda mocktail. I made two versions. One with citron tea, one with Sprite/7Up. Check this post out for the videos and recipes. - [HUAWEI UNVEILS HUAWEI BAND 10 & HUAWEI FREEARC A NEW ERA OF SMART WEARABLES AND OPEN-EAR AUDIO](https://irenelaw.com/huawei-band-10-freearc/) - Experience Smarter Wellness with the New HUAWEI Band 10 & HUAWEI FreeArc. It's designed to elevate users' health, fitness, and lifestyle experiences. Order here! - [ELEVATE YOUR WORKPLACE EFFICIENCY WITH THE REVOLUTIONARY TABLET - HUAWEI MATEPAD PRO 13.2, FEATURING EXCEPTIONAL FLAGSHIP PERFORMANCE AND INDUSTRY LEADING DISPLAY TO BOOST YOUR DAILY PRODUCTIVITY](https://irenelaw.com/huawei-matepad-pro-13-2/) - Huawei Consumer Business Group Malaysia proudly unveils HUAWEI MatePad Pro 13.2”. Work Smarter, Create Faster, & Experience Innovation Like Never Before. - [Coconut Milk Butter Cookies](https://irenelaw.com/coconut-milk-butter-cookies/) - This coconut milk butter cookies were not planned. I have leftover coconut milk, so I'm using coconut milk to substitute the milk in the recipe. Check it out. - [Easy Kuih Batang Buruk Nestum](https://irenelaw.com/kuih-batang-buruk-nestum/) - My first time making batang buruk. I have some Nestum and milk powder that I can use for the coating so I decided to make this. Learn how to make it here. - [Easy Honey Butter Toast for Breakfast](https://irenelaw.com/easy-honey-butter-toast-breakfast/) - Did honey butter toast for breakfast. Here's how I do it. Removing the bread crust will yield better result. Check out the process of making it in this post. - [Happy CNY 2025](https://irenelaw.com/happy-cny-2025/) - 2025 is the year of the snake! Wishing you a very happy CNY! May the year of the snake brings you happiness, great health, wealth, and lots of good luck. - [Quick Overview of Manchester Airport Terminal 2 Departures](https://irenelaw.com/quick-overview-manchester-airport-terminal-2-departure/) - It's our first time flying in and out of Manchester Airport. Also our first time flying with Qatar. The airline flies from terminal 2 of the airport. Read more. - [How to Make Kuih S aka S Butter Cookies](https://irenelaw.com/how-to-make-kuih-s-butter-cookies/) - Many Kuching people are familiar with Kuih S for Chinese New Year (CNY). You don't see it any other day. It will only come out during CNY. I tried making it. - [Tomahawk Cocktail Bar & Steakhouse in Yarm](https://irenelaw.com/tomahawk-cocktail-bar-steakhouse-in-yarm/) - We went to Tomahawk Cocktail Bar & Steakhouse in Yarm for dinner one of those evenings. It's dubbed the best steakhouse in Yarm. How true is the claim? - [A Visit & Lunch at Saltburn-by-the-Sea](https://irenelaw.com/visit-lunch-saltburn-by-the-sea/) - A visit to Saltburn-by-the-Sea (a popular seaside town in North Yorkshire) before we left the uK. Went there for fish and chips lunch. Have you been here? - [Merry Christmas 2024](https://irenelaw.com/merry-christmas-2024/) - How time flies?!?! It's Christmas already. One more to week 2025. Are you ready for the new year? Just want to wish you a Merry Christmas & happy holidays. - [Happy New Year 2025!](https://irenelaw.com/happy-new-year-2025/) - Happy new year! It's 2025 already! Remember the last time when we had to deal with Y2K bug? It's over 2 decades ago! Anyway, wishing you a blessed 2025. - [An Overview of Kirkleatham Museum & Owl Centre](https://irenelaw.com/kirkleatham-museum-owl-centre/) - Kirkleatham Museum is where you can learn about the history of Borough of Redcar & Cleveland. Here's the compilation of my visit. Learn more about it. - [TIMELESS SOUND, AUTHENTIC ACOUSTICS: INTRODUCING HUAWEI FREEBUDS PRO 4](https://irenelaw.com/huawei-freebuds-pro-4/) - Huawei Consumer Business Group unveiled the HUAWEI FreeBuds Pro 4, the latest high-end True Wireless Stereo (TWS) earbuds under the premium HUAWEI SOUND brand. - [HUAWEI UNFOLD THE CLASSIC WITH MATE X6 FOR THE MALAYSIAN MARKET](https://irenelaw.com/huawei-mate-x6-malaysia/) - Huawei wrapping up 2024 by officially introduces the HUAWEI Mate X6, HUAWEI nova 13 Series, and the HUAWEI FreeBuds Pro 4 to the Malaysian market. - [HUAWEI UNFOLD THE CLASSIC WITH PRODUCTS TO REDEFINE FOLDABLE, AUDIO, AND DESIGN EXCELLENCE](https://irenelaw.com/huawei-unfold-the-classic/) - Huawei Consumer Business Group (CBG) unveiled a groundbreaking lineup of products during the recent “Unfold the Classic” HUAWEI Flagship Product Launch in Dubai. - [A Summary of 4D3N at Stratford-Upon-Avon (Part 2)](https://irenelaw.com/4d3n-stratford-upon-avon-2/) - Part 2 of my 4D3N Stratford-Upon-Avon stay. Hope the compilation in this post will give you a better idea of what to expect when you travel there. Read more... - [A Summary of 4D3N at Stratford-Upon-Avon (Part 1)](https://irenelaw.com/4d3n-stratford-upon-avon-part-1/) - Spent 4D3N at Stratford-Upon-Avon. This is part 1 of the stay. It's a compilation of my Instagram's posts on the trip. Hope it helps in planning your trip here. - [HUAWEI MATEPAD 12 X, YOUR PC-LIKE WORKSTATION TABLET IS NOW AVAILABLE](https://irenelaw.com/huawei-matepad-12-x-pc-like-workstation-tablet/) - HUAWEI MatePad 12 X will be available nationwide starting on 30/11/2024! Unlock a seamless PC-like experience & exclusive bundles worth up to RM2,624! - [Shopping at Swindon Designer Outlet](https://irenelaw.com/shopping-swindon-designer-outlet/) - After checking out of Coppid Beech Hotel, we went to Swindon Designer Outlet (Kemble Dr, Swindon SN2 2DY, United Kingdom) for lunch and shopping. - [Dinner at Reading and Staines](https://irenelaw.com/dinner-at-reading-and-staines/) - Since Legoland Windsor doesn't open at night, we decided to drive to Reading and Staines for dinner. Check out where we had our dinner at these two towns. - [HUAWEI LAUNCHES HUAWEI WATCH D2: NEXT-GENERATION MEDICALLY CERTIFIED AMBULATORY BLOOD PRESSURE MONITORING ON WRIST](https://irenelaw.com/huawei-watch-d2/) - Huawei Consumer Business Group (CBG) Malaysia introducing the latest additions to its Health Forward wearable with the launch the brand-new HUAWEI WATCH D2. - [First Visit to Legoland Windsor](https://irenelaw.com/2-days-legoland-windsor/) - Had the opportunity to go Legoland Windsor during the summer holiday back in August. Find out how you can get the ticket and transport ready prior to the trip. - [Coppid Beech Hotel Quick Review](https://irenelaw.com/coppid-beech-hotel-quick-review/) - Had the opportunity to stay at Coppid Beech Hotel (John Nike Way, Bracknell RG12 8TF, UK) for 4 days 3 nights when I was in the UK in August. Read more here... - [A Visit to Northern Dales Farmer's Markets](https://irenelaw.com/a-visit-to-northern-dales-farmers-markets/) - On a Sunday morning, we headed out early to visit the Northern Dales Farmer's Markets at Wynyard Hall Walled Gardens. It's on the third Sunday of every month. - [Watch a Musical at Darlington Hippodrome](https://irenelaw.com/watch-a-musical-at-darlington-hippodrome/) - What to do in Darlington? It's located in the North East of England. Why not watch a musical, comedy, or drama at Darlington Hippodrome, an Edwardian theater. - [Easy Self-Rising Flour Cheese Butter Cake Recipe](https://irenelaw.com/self-rising-flour-cheese-butter-cake/) - Who would expect making cheese butter cake is so easy. Aside from that, it's the most expensive cake I've ever made. Check out this post and try it out. - [Beamish Open Air Museum](https://irenelaw.com/a-living-museum-beamish-open-air-museum/) - Managed to visit Beamish Open Air Museum during my trip to the UK in August. 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Fell free to read some random muses from me on my birthday. Welcome to my blog. - [7 Ultimate Guide About Health Checks For Women](https://irenelaw.com/7-ultimate-guide-health-checks-women/) - Check out the 7 Ultimate Guide About Health Checks For Women in this post. Have you done yours? Do take good care of yourself. Early detection saves life. - [Simple Himalayan Salt Honey Butter Toast](https://irenelaw.com/himalayan-salt-honey-butter-toast/) - Himalayan salt honey butter toast is inspired by London's Arome Cafe's honey butter toast. Crunchy on the outside, soft on the inside. Check out how I do it. - [Kuching Festival 2024 - Quick Overview](https://irenelaw.com/kuching-festival-2024-quick-overview/) - It's that time of the year again! Kuching Festival started from 26 July and will end on 18 August 2024 at Dewan Masyarakat MBKS. Check out my experience. - [Easy Lamb Soup, One Pot Settled](https://irenelaw.com/easy-lamb-soup-one-pot-settled/) - Lamb soup is easy to cook. All you need is a pot and cook everything in the pot. Season the soup accordingly and you'll have a hearty soup to go with your rice. - [How I Cook Tempoyak | So Easy!](https://irenelaw.com/how-to-cook-tempoyak-so-easy/) - It's my first time cooking tempoyak (fermented durian). There are many ways in doing it. Mine is the simplest with minimal ingredients! Easy, quick, delicious! - [Easy Marble Butter Cake First Attempt](https://irenelaw.com/easy-marble-butter-cake/) - My 1st time making marble butter cake. Initial plan was to make butter cake but ended up as marble cake. It turned out well the 1st time. Check out the recipe. - [2 Easy Blended Rice Flour Recipes | Apam Nasi & Pak Tong Gou](https://irenelaw.com/2-easy-blended-rice-flour-recipes-apam-nasi-pak-tong-gou/) - Two easy blended rice flour steamed cake recipes to share with you. Apam Nasi and Pak Tong Gou (白糖糕). My first time making them and succeed. Check it out. - [Maybelline The City Mini Eyeshadow Palette Simple Review](https://irenelaw.com/maybelline-city-mini-eyeshadow-palette/) - Bought Maybelline The City Mini Eyeshadow Palette (Chill Brunch Neutrals). It's not mini at all. It's bigger than I expected. Is it good? Read my review here - [STAY FASHIONABLY FIT WITH HUAWEI WATCH FIT 3, NOW AVAILABLE FROM RM599](https://irenelaw.com/huawei-watch-fit-3/) - Huawei is excited to announce that the HUAWEI WATCH FIT 3 is now available for purchase in Malaysia! Elevate your lifestyle with the HUAWEI WATCH FIT 3. - [Quick Review PERIPERA Speedy Eyebrow Auto Pencil](https://irenelaw.com/peripera-speedy-eybrow-auto-pencil-review/) - Tried PERIPERA Speedy Eyebrow Auto Pencil. Have been using it for weeks. Should you buy it or not? Is it worth the money? If you want to know, read more here... - [Pepsi Harvest Celebration Anthem (Happy Gawai Kaamatan) & Limited Edition Bag & Can Design](https://irenelaw.com/pepsi-happy-gawai-kaamatan/) - Pepsi x TVS will be presenting Pepsi Harvest Celebration Anthem - "Happy Gawai Kaamatan". Check out the special edition tote bag and can design too. - [HUAWEI INNOVATIVE PRODUCT LAUNCH IN MALAYSIA: MATEBOOK X PRO AND WATCH FIT 3 TO BE MADE AVAILABLE ON 13 MAY 2024](https://irenelaw.com/huawei-matebook-x-watch-fit-3-launch/) - Huawei is thrilled to announce the upcoming launch of 2 revolutionary products in Malaysia - HUAWEI MateBook X Pro and HUAWEI Watch Fit 3 on 13 May 2024. - [THE DEBUT OF HUAWEI PURA 70 SERIES: A NEW-GENERATION FLAGSHIP PIONEER IN PHOTOGRAPHY AND AESTHETICS](https://irenelaw.com/huawei-pura-70-series/) - Huawei made a surprise announcement on the availability of the HUAWEI Pura 70 Series on HUAWEI’s Official Website. Pre-Order starting from RM3,699. - [2 Easy Jelly Recipes with Your Favourite Beverage](https://irenelaw.com/2-easy-jelly-recipes/) - Very easy jelly recipe. No extra sugar added. Just jelly powder and your favourite beverage. The possibility is endless. Check it out and make it your own. - [Tried & Tested Gel Ant Bait to Get Rid of Ants](https://irenelaw.com/tried-tested-gel-ant-bait-get-rid-ants/) - If you are looking for effective ant bait to get rid of those annoying ants, read more here. I've tried it and tested . Hope that it will help you too. - [3 Easy No Egg Butter Cookies Recipes for You](https://irenelaw.com/3-easy-no-egg-butter-cookies-recipes/) - Looking for cookies recipe without using any egg? Here are 3 easy no egg cookies recipes for you. They are easy to make. There is no need for mixer too. - [2 Easy Self-Rising Flour Banana Cake Recipes for You](https://irenelaw.com/2-easy-self-rising-flour-banana-cake-recipes/) - Too many bananas at home? Go ahead and bake banana cakes. It's easy using self-rising flour. Check out 2 easy self-rising flour banana cake recipes here. - [3 Easy Condensed Milk Cookies Recipes to Make](https://irenelaw.com/3-easy-condensed-milk-cookies-recipes/) - What cookies you can make with condensed milk? The recipes do not use any egg in it. If you are looking for no egg cookies recipe, this post is for you. - [LG PRESENTS AN UPGRADED LIFESTYLE WITH ITS LATEST HOME SOLUTIONS AT AWE 2024 IN CHINA](https://irenelaw.com/lg-awe-2024-in-china/) - LG Electronics showcased its cutting-edge home appliances and related core technologies at the AWE 2024 held in Shanghai, China, from 14-17 March 2024. - [Singkawang-Pontianak 4D3N Trip – Day 4](https://irenelaw.com/singkawang-pontianak-4d3n-trip-day-4/) - Day 4, our last day in Singkawang. It's time to go back to Kuching. We visited a few places along the way to Aruk. Check out where we went in this post. - [Spritzer Clinches Dual Honors at the 2023 Putra Brand Awards](https://irenelaw.com/spritzer-dual-honors-2023-putra-brand-awards/) - SPRITZER is pleased to announce that the Company is the proud recipient of two Awards at the prestigious 2023 Putra Brand Awards. Read more in this post. - [Singkawang-Pontianak 4D3N Trip – Day 3](https://irenelaw.com/singkawang-pontianak-4d3n-trip-day-3/) - Here's a compilation of our 3rd day in Singkawang. Check out what to do and where to go in Singkawang in a day. Hope this post is useful for your trip planning. - [HUAWEI UNVEILS THE MATEPAD 11.5 PAPERMATTE EDITION: TAILORED FOR A COMFORTABLE VIEWING EXPERIENCE](https://irenelaw.com/huawei-matepad-11-5-papermatte-edition/) - Huawei Malaysia is excited to introduce HUAWEI MatePad 11.5 PaperMatte Edition. 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I'm sure you will know how to do it after this. - [LG TO INTRODUCE CYBERSECURITY MANAGEMENT SYSTEM COCKPIT AT CES 2024](https://irenelaw.com/lg-cybersecurity-management-system-cockpit-ces-2024/) - Leveraging Cybellum’s Expertise in Digital Security, LG’s New Platform Automatically Monitors and Protects Vehicles from Cybersecurity Threats. Read more here. - [Singkawang-Pontianak 4D3N Trip - Day 1](https://irenelaw.com/singkawang-pontianak-4d3n-trip-day-1/) - 4D3N impromptu road trip to Singkawang and Pontianak (West Kalimantan, Indonesia) via Biawak CIQ from Kuching. Check out the details here if you are interested. - [Goodbye UK Summer 2023](https://irenelaw.com/goodbye-uk-summer-2023/) - This is the last post of my UK summer 2023 holiday on this blog. It sure took me ages to complete it. Anyway, feel free to check it out. - [LG UNVEILS ‘MYVIEW’ 4K SMART MONITOR AT CES 2024](https://irenelaw.com/lg-myview-4k-smart-monitor-ces-2024/) - LG MyView smart monitors enable users to stream movies, series and sports, listen to music and work remotely without having to connect to a PC. Read more here. - [LG UNVEILS LATEST OLED EVO TVS AT THE FOREFRONT OF INNOVATION AND EVOLUTION](https://irenelaw.com/lg-oled-evo-tvs/) - LG is introducing the all-new and expanded OLED TV lineup for 2024 with a cutting-edge AI-powered processor; developed by LG, exclusively designed for OLED TVs. - [KHIND ARF3000 3L Air Fryer Quick Review](https://irenelaw.com/khind-arf3000-3l-air-fryer-review/) - Bought a new air fryer because the old one has retired. I'm going to do and unbox and quick review of KHIND ARF3000 3L Digital Air Fryer. Read more here... - [WELCOMING THE CREATION OF BEAUTY WITH HUAWEI’S LATEST LINE OF INNOVATION](https://irenelaw.com/huawei-creation-beauty-product-launch/) - The official debut of Huawei’s thinnest, lightest and most powerful tablet: HUAWEI MatePad Pro 13.2” is scheduled to make its debut in Malaysia on 9 Jan 2024. - [Happy New Year 2024](https://irenelaw.com/happy-new-year-2024/) - 2023 is over. It's a new year now. It's 2024! Wishing you a Happy and Blessed 2024. May the year brings you good health, happiness, and wealth. Take care! - [A Half-day Trip to Darlington and Lunch](https://irenelaw.com/a-half-day-trip-to-darlington-and-lunch/) - Visited Darlington when I was in the UK for summer holiday. Just went there for last-minute shopping and lunch. See where we had out lunch in this post. - [INNOVATIVE C-BRIDGE DESIGN BRINGS HUAWEI FREECLIP A REVOLUTIONISED OPEN-EAR AUDIO EXPERIENCE](https://irenelaw.com/c-bridge-huawei-freeclip/) - HUAWEI Consumer Business Group (CBG) today announced the launch of its brand-new audio product HUAWEI FreeClip, the first open-ear TWS earbuds by Huawei. - [Happy Winter Solstice 2023](https://irenelaw.com/happy-winter-solstice-2023/) - It's Winter Solstice aka Dong Zhi. I'm making peach gum dessert served with glutinous rice balls. Easy to make. Check this post out to learn how to make it. - [How to Clean & Cook Peach Gum](https://irenelaw.com/how-to-clean-cook-peach-gum/) - Apparently, preparing peach gum for cooking isn't hard. It's very easy. Just need to soak, clean, and boil. Check this post out and learn how to do it. - [Elba Stand Mixer E3030(WH) Unbox & First Impression](https://irenelaw.com/elba-stand-mixer-e3030wh-unbox-first-impression/) - The stand mixer was o n sale and was out of stock when I went to do a survey. Was lucky that it's restocked few days later. Here's my unboxing & 1st impression. - [A Leisurely Visit to Staithes](https://irenelaw.com/leisurely-visit-to-staithes/) - Staithes is a seaside village in North Yorkshire, England. We went there on a Sunday after lunch. The view there was stunning. Thanks to the good weather. - [A Quick Visit to Yarm](https://irenelaw.com/a-quick-visit-to-yarm/) - Yarm is a market town and civil parish in the Borough of Stockton-on-Tees, North Yorkshire, England. Went there for a short visit. Very interesting little town. - [Half-day at Spilmans Farm](https://irenelaw.com/half-day-at-spilmans-farm/) - It's been a long time not joining the fruit picking fun. During our summer vacation in England, we went to Spilmans Farm to pick strawberries and raspberries. - [Ayam Brand™ Community Care Campaign 2023](https://irenelaw.com/ayam-brand-community-care-campaign-2023/) - Ayam Brand Empowers 1,000 Children For a Better Future Supports 25 Local Children’s Homes with 2 Months of Healthy Meals, - [A Half-Day Trip to Holy Island](https://irenelaw.com/half-day-trip-holy-island/) - After entering England's border, we headed to Holy Island aka Lindisfarne. It was a half-day trip. A very interesting place to visit for its history & scenery. - [A Day in Edinburgh Zoo, Scotland](https://irenelaw.com/edinburgh-zoo-scotland/) - Had the opportunity to visit Edinburgh Zoo when I was in Scotland. The zoo is different from other zoo that I had visited. Check out the post to find out more. - [4D3N at Haven Seton Sands Holiday Park](https://irenelaw.com/haven-seton-sands-holiday-park/) - We stayed 4D3N in Haven Seton Sands Holiday Park when we were in Scotland. It's about a 30-minute drive to Edinburgh. The caravan we stayed in could fit 8 pax. - [Half-Day in Edinburgh, Scotland](https://irenelaw.com/half-day-in-edinburgh-scotland/) - It was the Edinburgh Festival Fringe (Aug 4, 2023 – Aug 28, 2023) when we were in Edinburgh. We only spent half a day in Edinburgh walking around. - [EXPLORE THE FUTURE OF TIMEKEEPING AND BEYOND AT THE HUAWEI LAUNCH EVENT ON 5 OCTOBER](https://irenelaw.com/future-of-timekeeping-beyond-huawei-launch-event/) - HUAWEI WATCH GT 4 pushing the boundaries between tech and fashion. A significant milestone in Huawei's journey to unite technology and fashion expression. - [Mooncake Festivals in Kuching 2023](https://irenelaw.com/mooncake-festivals-in-kuching-2023/) - Two Mooncake Festivals ongoing now. Kuching Intercultural Mooncake Festival (20-29 Sept 2023) and Batu Kawa Mooncake & Lantern Carnival (23 Sept-1 Oct). - [Inter-cultural Mooncake Festival 2008](https://irenelaw.com/inter-cultural-mooncak-festival-2008/) - WAH! It's been raining every evening and finally there's no rain last night. The Inter-cultural Mooncake Festival 2008 started on 10th but the first 2 nights rained so badly that I'm sure they couldn't do anything much. Last night, after attending my replacement class, I went there with my family. Traffic jam at that area - [A Day Trip to Durham](https://irenelaw.com/a-day-trip-to-durham/) - Arrived in Newcastle, UK We arrived in Newcastle, UK on 14th August 2023 at noon. Then, it was about a one-hour drive to my sister's place from Newcastle International Airport. We just stayed home to rest for 2 days. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Irene Law - Sweet Surrender (@lovebellbelle) Durham - [Four Easy Frozen Puff Pastry Ideas](https://irenelaw.com/four-easy-frozen-puff-pastry-ideas/) - Frozen puff pastry is so versatile. No need to make it from scratch. You can make anything with it. Here are some ideas. Try it out for yourself. Be creative. - [Happy Birthday to Me 2023](https://irenelaw.com/happy-birthday-to-me-2023/) - It's another year. Another year older. Happy birthday to me. Hope that everyone is well. Thank you for all the support for this blog. - [A Compilation of MH & EK In-flight Meals (KCH<->NCL)](https://irenelaw.com/mh-ek-in-flight-meals-kch-ncl/) - Compilation of MH & EK in-flight meals that I got when I traveled from KCH to NCL from 13-31 Aug 2023. No food from Brahim on MH flights anymore after Aug 2023. - [Pandan Fragrance Bread Made with Bread Machine](https://irenelaw.com/pandan-bread-made-with-bread-machine/) - I think the bread machine and I don't get along too well. There's always drama with it. Read more about it here. I'm also sharing the recipe in this post. - [How to Bake or Air Fry Smoked Duck Breast](https://irenelaw.com/how-to-bake-air-fry-smoked-duck-breast/) - There is no need to pan-fry the frozen smoked duck breast. You just need an oven/air fryer. No messy oil splatters all over your stove. Check out how I do it. - [Easy Kuih Cara Sarawak Style Recipe (Coconut Milk Version)](https://irenelaw.com/easy-kuih-cara-sarawak-style-recipe-coconut-milk-version/) - This version of Kuih Cara Sarawak Style is using coconut milk. It's my second attempt at making this kuih. Check out the recipe and the video on how to make it. - [LG RELEASES 2022-2023 SUSTAINABILITY REPORT](https://irenelaw.com/lg-releases-2022-2023-sustainability-report/) - Company Outlines Its Six Strategic Tasks for ESG Management.Focused on Achieving ‘3Cs’ for the Planet and ‘3Ds’ for People SEOUL, 2 August 2023 — LG Electronics (LG) today announced the publication of its 2022-2023 Sustainability Report, officially disclosing its achievements and strategy for each area of the six strategic tasks, which have been carefully designed - [Kuching Festival 2023 (28 Jul-20 Aug)](https://irenelaw.com/kuching-festival-2023-28-jul-20-aug/) - The annual Kuching Festival is back! It's located at MBKS Community Hall. This year, it runs from 28 July to 20 August 2023. Read about my experience here. - [Orchid Park at DBKU | Entry is Free](https://irenelaw.com/orchid-park-dbku-entrance-free/) - Orchid Park was opened to the public on 5th May 2009. If you love orchids or flowers in general, you can visit this park when you're in Kuching. Free Entry. - [Sarawak Museum Special Tour 2023 (Limited Time Only)](https://irenelaw.com/sarawak-museum-special-tour-2023/) - Sarawak Museum is having a special guided tour now. It's only available till July 2023. Then, it will be closed again until further notice. Learn more here. - [Museum of the Moon at Borneo Cultures Museum](https://irenelaw.com/museum-of-the-moon-borneo-cultures-musuem/) - Check out the post if you wonder what is Museum of the Moon that is currently ongoing at the Borneo Cultures Museum from 17th June to 5th August 2023. - [Silamat Andu Gawai Dayak 2023](https://irenelaw.com/silamat-andu-gawai-dayak-2023/) - Wishing you a very happy and blessed Gawai Dayak. Silamat Andu Gawai Dayak! Have a safe celebration. Don't drink and drive. Take care! - [How to Make Basic Pancake? (No Egg)](https://irenelaw.com/how-to-make-basic-pancake-no-egg/) - This is a very basic pancake that I'm sure many Malaysians or Singaporeans grew up eating. I'm sure your mother and/or grandmother had made this for you before. - [4 Easy Milkshake Ideas for this Summer](https://irenelaw.com/4-easy-milkshake-ideas-for-summer/) - 4 Milkshake Ideas: Oreo Milkshake, Mango Milkshake, Cinnamon Milk Tea Milkshake, Oreo Mint Milkshake. The key ingredients are ice cream & milk. Checkit out. - [Easy Rice Cooker Black Glutinous Rice Porridge](https://irenelaw.com/rice-cooker-black-glutinous-rice-porridge/) - It is so easy to make Black Glutinous Rice Porridge with rice cooker. No soaking needed. Just wash, rinse, and let the rice cooker does its job. Read more... - [Affordable 7-Compartment Polo Hill Sling Bag](https://irenelaw.com/affordable-7-compartment-polo-hill-sling-bag/) - Highly recommended, affordable (below RM70) sling bag with 7 compartments. Great for everyday use and traveling. This is my second purchase. Check the post out. - [8 Simple Delicious Raya Cookies Recipes 2023](https://irenelaw.com/8-simple-delicious-raya-cookies-recipes-2023/) - Making any Raya cookies this year? Are you still thinking about what to make? I have 5 easy Raya Cookies recipes to share. Check out the post. Have fun! - [Easy Brownies & Brownie Brittle with Brownies Premix](https://irenelaw.com/easy-brownies-brownie-brittle-brownies-premix/) - Did you know that you can make brownie brittle or brownie crisps or brownie cookies with brownies premix? Check out the post if you want to know how I make it. - [New Raya & Gawai 2023 Fashion From Sarawak & Indonesia](https://irenelaw.com/new-raya-gawai-2023-fashion-from-sarawak-indonesia/) - Looking for some fashion ideas or what to wear for Raya and Gawai 2023? Here are some designs from Melor, Batik Linut, NES by HDK, Sandra Trinatta, Edric Ong. - [How to Eat Canned Sardines?](https://irenelaw.com/how-to-eat-canned-sardines/) - No need to cook the canned sardines in tomato sauce. This is how I make mine. Very minimal ingredients are needed. Click to find out how I eat it - [Easy to Make Kuih Cara Recipe Sarawak Style](https://irenelaw.com/easy-to-follow-kuih-cara-recipe-sarawak-style/) - I'm not sure of the actual name. It's known by many names such as kuih manggis, kuih cara, kuih bahulu, kuih apam balik. Check this post to see I how I make it. - [Day 5: Half Day at Nishiki Market(錦市場, Nishiki Ichiba), Kyoto, Street Food Heaven!!](https://irenelaw.com/day-5-half-day-at-nishiki-market錦市場-nishiki-ichiba-kyoto-street-food-heaven/) - Nishiki Market(錦市場, Nishiki Ichiba) was in fact our last minute decision that we made after our visit to Shiga. We had this as a backup in case we left Shiga early. Off we went to Nishiki Market... It's packed! The market closes at 6pm. If you like this type of place, I would recommend you - [A Reliable Web Hosting - Hostinger](https://irenelaw.com/a-reliable-web-hosting-hostinger/) - It took me months to scout around for reliable web hosting. I finally decided to sign up with Hostinger . Feel free to read about my experience here. - [Max Factor Masterpiece Max Mascara Simple Review](https://irenelaw.com/review-max-factor-masterpiece-max-mascara/) - Got Max Factor Masterpiece Max Mascara and tried it. Is it good or bad? Worth it or not? Here's my honest review. Click to find out more about this mascara. - [3 Easy French Toast Recipes](https://irenelaw.com/3-easy-french-toast-recipes/) - Easy French Toast recipes that you can make at home. Sharing with you how I make the plain one, chocolate oozing, and cheese oozing French toast for breakfast. - [How to Shred Crab Sticks? Fast, Easy, 3 Seconds!](https://irenelaw.com/shred-crab-sticks-fast-easy-3-seconds/) - Shred crab sticks in less than 5 seconds. Quick and as easy as 123. Foolproof. No more shredding one by one. Check out this post. It will change your life! - [Happy Lunar New Year 2023](https://irenelaw.com/happy-lunar-new-year-2023/) - Wishing you all a very blessed Lunar New Year. It's the year of the rabbit. I'm sharing some CNY snack recipes in this post. Feel free to check it out. - [Simple Fried Crunchy Seaweed Snack Any Day Anytime](https://irenelaw.com/simple-fried-crunchy-seaweed-snack/) - Crunchy fried seaweed snack not only for CNY but also any other day. Easy & delicious. It's my CNY must-have. I make this yearly. Click for the video & recipe. - [Easy Air Fryer Crunchy Meat Floss Spring Roll (Popiah)](https://irenelaw.com/air-fryer-crunchy-meat-floss-spring-roll-popiah/) - Air fryer crunchy mini meat floss popiah is a must for CNY. It's easy to make. No oil is needed. Just 4 ingredients. Check out the video on how to make it. - [Happy New Year 2023!](https://irenelaw.com/happy-new-year-2023/) - Happy New Year 2023 to all of you! How fast?! Where did 2022 go? It's 2023 now! Have a blessed one. What's your resolutions? Wanna find out what's mine? - [Quick Review KLEENSO PESSO Eco Ant Bait Effectiveness](https://irenelaw.com/review-of-kleenso-pesso-eco-ant-bait/) - Kleenso Pesso Eco Ant Bait is another ant bait that you might want to try. It's effective enough. Haven't seen any ants around the area where it's placed. - [4 Tea and Milo Easy Delicious Beverage Recipes](https://irenelaw.com/4-tea-and-milo-easy-beverage-recipes/) - Compilation of tea and Milo easy delicious beverage recipes I've experimented with. Feel free to check out the teh tarik & chocolate tea videos in this post. - [Gardens by the Bay (Flower Dome & Cloud Forest)](https://irenelaw.com/gardens-by-the-bay-flower-dome-cloud-forest/) - A visit to the famous Gardens by the Bay in Singapore. We visited the Flower Dome and Cloud Forest. Check this post out for photos, videos, and some tips. - [Realme C35 Unbox, Camera Test, Quick Review](https://irenelaw.com/realme-c35-unbox-camera-test-quick-review/) - Got a new mobile phone for less than RM1000. A Realme C35. Check out the unboxing, camera test, microSD card configurations, and quick review in this post. - [Hotel Boss Singapore - Easy Access, Convenient, Good Location](https://irenelaw.com/hotel-boss-singapore/) - Review of Hotel Boss in Singapore. It's located conveniently near Lavender MRT and only one stop away from Bugis. It's a 4-star hotel but I'm not feeling it. - [A Visit to National Gallery Singapore, the Leading Visual Arts Institution](https://irenelaw.com/leading-visual-arts-institution-national-gallery-singapore/) - I visited National Gallery Singapore, the leading visual arts institution that houses the world's most extensive public collection of Southeast Asia modern art. - [Pre-Order Huawei Mate50 Series - Exclusive Prizes Worth Up To RM6,500* Awaits!](https://irenelaw.com/pre-order-huawei-mate50-series/) - Pre-order HUAWEI Mate50 Series and walk away with exclusive prizes at selected HUAWEI Experience Store. Exclusive Prizes Worth Up To Rm6,500* Awaits! Read more. - [Unveiling the Latest Huawei Mate50 Series on 3 November](https://irenelaw.com/huawei-mate50-series-malaysia/) - HUAWEI MATE50 Series is coming. The long wait is finally over. Malaysians will be getting the latest in smartphone advancements on 3rd November 2022. - [Quick Getaway from Kuching to Singapore with Scoot](https://irenelaw.com/kuching-to-singapore-with-scoot/) - Flew to Singapore with Scoot from Kuching for a quick getaway. What to get before or when you arrive in Singapore? Which SIM card and transport card to get? - [Realme C35 - How to Save Photos/Videos to SD Card](https://irenelaw.com/realme-c35-save-photos-videos-sd-card/) - Facing an issue saving photos/videos taken with Realme C35 camera to an SD card? It took me countless attempts to figure it out. Hope this post will help you. - [Easy 2-Ingredient Chocolate Milk using Cooking Chocolate](https://irenelaw.com/easy-2-ingredient-hot-chocolate-milk-using-cooking-chocolate/) - What can you do with baking choc? Hot Milk + Baking Choc = Chocolate Milk. So easy. Make sure you whisk them well. Check out this post to see how it's made. - [Limited Edition CubicFun 3D Puzzle of Guangdong Arcade Building](https://irenelaw.com/limited-edition-cubicfun-3d-puzzle-guangdong-arcade-building/) - Limited Edition CubicFun 3D Puzzle of Guangdong Arcade Building from the Tourism Administration of Guangdong Province, China. Watch the unboxing & assembling. - [Ausotel Smart Baiyun Airport](https://irenelaw.com/ausotel-smart-baiyun-airport/) - Extremely lagging post. So many pending. Went to Guangzhou for the first time in April, for transit only. Ausotel Smart Baiyun Airport was recommended by a friend in Guangzhou. Not entitled to stay in Pullman so have to stay a slightly further away, it's less than 3KM from airport *LOL*, they have free shuttle. Left: - [Easy Crunchy Crab Stick Snack Recipe (Oven-Baked)](https://irenelaw.com/easy-oven-baked-crunchy-crab-stick-recipe/) - No more oily crunchy crab stick snack anymore. Less messy to prepare too. It stays crispy for longer. Very little oil is needed. Check out how to do it here. - [Tried & Tested Dr. Oetker Nona Moist Cake Chocolate Mix](https://irenelaw.com/dr-oetker-nona-moist-cake-chocolate-mix-ganache/) - Bake and chocolate cake using Dr. Oetker Nona Moist Cake Chocolate Mix. Made ganache using milk and cooking chocolate. Do check it out. - [Nona Marble Cake Mix](https://irenelaw.com/nona-marble-cake-mix/) - I baked a marble cake few weeks back. The lazy me went to bought the cake mix instead of sourcing out the ingredients myself hahaha... This is the cake mix I bought, Nona Marble Cake Mix, you only need to add 4 eggs. The rest of the ingredients are already pre-mix and all in the - [Pan-Fried Banana Spring Roll Easy & Less Oil](https://irenelaw.com/pan-fried-banana-spring-roll/) - Banana spring roll aka banana popiah. Can be customized easily. Vegan-friendly recipe. Just need to replace cheddar cheese with vegan cheese. Read more here. - [Happy Birthday to Me 2022](https://irenelaw.com/happy-birthday-to-me-2022/) - Happy birthday to me! Gone is 3... Now it's 4... Wonder what will be installed for me in this new decade? Anyway, hope all of you are happy and healthy. - [ARS Natural Ant Bait Effectiveness Quick Review](https://irenelaw.com/quick-review-ars-natural-ant-bait-effectiveness/) - Wonder how effective is ARS Natural Ant Bait? Ever use it? Is it good? Thinking of getting it? Check out my quick review in this post with a video included. - [Easy 3-Ingredient Melt in The Mouth UFO Condensed Milk Cookies | No Mixer, Egg, Sugar Needed](https://irenelaw.com/3-ingredient-condensed-milk-cookies/) - Simple and easy condensed milk cookies that melt in the mouth. Only 3 ingredients are needed. No need mixer, no need for egg, no need for sugar. Try it! - [How to Air Fry Chai Gor (Vegetarian Goose 斋鹅)?](https://irenelaw.com/how-to-air-fry-vegetarian-goose-chai-gor-斋鹅/) - Do you like vegetarian goose aka Chai Gor aka 斋鹅? Usually, it's deep fry or pan fry. Let me show you how I air fry it instead. It's puffy, crunchy, less oily. - [A Visit to Borneo Cultures Museum](https://irenelaw.com/a-visit-to-borneo-cultures-museum/) - Have you visited the largest museum (Borneo Cultures Museum) in Malaysia and the second largest in SEA? Check out the post for some sneak peeks. - [How to Make Roti Kok?](https://irenelaw.com/how-to-make-roti-kok/) - Roti Kok, a popular snack among Malaysians. You can make it at home. It is so easy. Only 3 ingredients are needed. Check out the video on how to make it. - [Unbox KitKat Peach & Strawberry Milk | Origami Tutorial - Peach & Heart](https://irenelaw.com/kitkat-origami-tutorial-peach-heart/) - Make peach and heart origami from KitKat packaging. Do you understand the instructions behind the packet? Check this post out with a video tutorial. Have fun - [Biore UV Colour Control CC Milk SPF 50+ PA++++ Review](https://irenelaw.com/biore-uv-colour-control-cc-milk-spf-50-pa-review/) - My take on Biore UV Colour Control CC Milk SPF 50+ PA++++. It's a cosmetic sunscreen. How good it is? Good facial sunscreen? How much coverage does it provide? - [The Face Shop Jeju Volcanic Lava Impurity Removing Nose Pack Review](https://irenelaw.com/the-face-shop-jeju-volcanic-lava-impurity-removing-nose-pack-review/) - My review on The Face Shop Jeju Volcanic Lava Impurity Removing Nose Pack. Read on to find out is it for you. Is it effective? Worth buying? - [Japan's Top-selling Deonatulle Soft Stone Double Deodorant Review](https://irenelaw.com/deonatulle-soft-stone-double-deodorant/) - My review on Japan's Top-selling Deonatulle Soft Stone Double Deodorant. Should you buy it? Effective? Waste of money? Highly recommended? Check this post out. - [Unbox & Cook Ichiran Ramen Hakata Style Thin Noodle (One of The Most Expensive Instant Ramen)](https://irenelaw.com/how-to-cook-ichiran-ramen-hakata-style-thin-noodle/) - How to cook Ichiran Ramen Hakata Style Thin Noodle? Check out the unboxing & cooking video. Also,sharing another method of cooking it as advised by my friend. - [Updates on PerySmith 5 in 1 Hand Blender 850W Easy Cooking Series PS850](https://irenelaw.com/perysmith-5-in-1-hand-blender-850w-easy-cooking-series-ps850-update/) - Update on PerySmith 5 in 1 Hand Blender 850W Easy Cooking Series PS850 after one year of using it. Didn't expect such a thing to happen so soon! Find out why. - [Kuching Festival 2022](https://irenelaw.com/kuching-festival-2022/) - Have you visited Kuching Festival at MBKS? It started on 29 July 2022 and will end on 21 August 2022. I've been there 4 times. Check out my post - [Kuching Festival 2022 Live Cooking](https://irenelaw.com/kuching-festival-2022-live-cooking/) - Some live cooking videos from Kuching Festival 2022. Haven't gone there yet? 21/08/22 is going to be its last day. Otherwise, you'll have to wait for next year. - [Happy 2022 | No Egg Peanut Butter Cookies & Homemade Peanut Butter](https://irenelaw.com/happy-2022-no-egg-peanut-butter-cookies-homemade-peanut-butter/) - Make peanut butter cookies with peanut butter I made myself. Two recipes in one post. Check out the videos on how to make them. - [Frog Legs](https://irenelaw.com/frog-legs/) - Frog legs, do you eat? I know some of my friends said that they won't because it's really ewww... To me, it's YUMMY! My mom usually cooked it with dark soy sauce, onions, ginger, garlic, lemon grass and of course salt and sugar to taste. Eating it needs a lot of patience and a bit - [CatsCity Clique Report - Part 1](https://irenelaw.com/catscity-clique-report-part-1/) - Here's part one of the report. We went there at around 1pm to set the things up. Met up with the store manager, Ezam. Josh arrived later because of missed flight, poor guy had to sleep at McD hahaha... When he arrived, he was wondering where's Starbucks located at KIA, luckily Georgette found him :P - [What to Get with RM150 on Zalora?](https://irenelaw.com/what-to-get-rm150-on-zalora/) - What can you buy with RM150 from Zalora? Can decide what to get? Check out my purchase and see what I got from there. Let's unbox it and try it on together. - [8 Easy Recipes for CNY](https://irenelaw.com/8-easy-recipes-for-cny/) - Don't know what to make this CNY? I have 8 recipes to share with you. They are easy and very few ingredients are needed. You are likely to have them at home. - [How to Make 2-Ingredient Pan-Fried Pumpkin Mochi & Pumpkin Glutinous Rice Balls](https://irenelaw.com/2-ingredient-pan-fried-pumpkin-mochi-pumpkin-glutinous-rice-balls/) - Too much pumpkin? Don't know what to do? Try these recipes out. It is simple to make. All you need are pumpkin and glutinous rice flour. Learn more here. - [ASMR Unbox & Quick Review of Wireless, No Battery, Rechargeable, Affordable, Silent Optical Mouse](https://irenelaw.com/wireless-rechargeable-optical-mouse/) - Looking for an affordable wireless optical mouse? There is no battery needed. All you need is to charge it and can last for at least a week of usage. Read here. - [Hello from the new server...](https://irenelaw.com/hello-from-the-new-server/) - Hello all! The new URL of Sweet Surrender is irenelaw.com My last update was in early June on the old server on the old URL. Now, it's almost the end of June. I'm on a new server already. Just got the database moved. Fixed whatever was needed and whatever I could salvage. I no longer - [Elizavecca Black Head Solution 3-Step Nose Pack | WARNING! GROSS! Look at those Gunk!!](https://irenelaw.com/elizavecca-black-head-solution-3-step-nose-pack-warning-gross-look-at-those-gunk/) - If you are like me who doesn't like extraction when you go to do facial, why don't you give this a try. Elizavecca Black Head Solution 3-Step Nose Pack costs only RM5 per packet(I bought it from Althea) and it works so well! No pain at all. To some people they might feel the pain - [ASMR Unbox and Cook MAGGI® PAZZTA™ Cheese Macaroni and Mushroom Penne](https://irenelaw.com/asmr-unbox-and-cook-maggi-pazzta-cheese-macaroni-and-mushroom-penne/) - Had the opportunity to try out MAGGI® PAZZTA™ Cheese Macaroni and Mushroom Penne. It's not sponsored. It is one of the prizes I got from joining Maggi contest. Here's the unboxing of it: It's my first time seeing MAGGI® PAZZTA™ Cheese Macaroni and Mushroom Penne. My first time eating it too. Here are the unboxing and cooking - [CatsCity Clique Report - Part 2 - Topspot](https://irenelaw.com/catscity-clique-report-part-2-topspot/) - YES! The drama is here! :P So... After Catscity Clique @ Starbucks Coffee @ KIA, we went to Topspot to meet up for dinner at around 7.30pm but most were late about half to one hour that including me :P. We were expecting less than 15 people going and later of the night, -.-" more - [Room @ Merdeka Palace](https://irenelaw.com/room-merdeka-palace/) - I was supposed to blog about this in March :p but lazy because too many pics to edit so decided to blog in parts. Summore, no camera now :( This is the standard room on 3rd floor. I'm not sure about the pricing. Actually I got this free voucher for a 2-days-1-night-stay that comes with - [Damai Beach ~ Arrival(30th APR 2006)](https://irenelaw.com/damai-beach-arrival30th-apr-2006/) - WARNING: Bandwidth sucker and lengthy post! 9 of us met at King's Centre's Daily Food Cafe (can't remember the name). Jimmy ordered fast food. Ann and I ordered Sarawak Laksa. The rest ordered don't-know-what. LOL... After lunch, off we went up to Damai Beach. It's one of Holiday Inn resorts . Left: The beach.... so - [Gonna Be Away For A While...](https://irenelaw.com/gonna-be-away-for-a-while/) - I'm in the midst of trying to find a new hosting to host this blog, do a revamp, and a rebrand. I might not be updating for a while or I might. We'll see. If there is no new update after this post, then likely I'm in the process of getting all these changes done. - [Secret Recipe Trans Fat-Free Peach Cream Cake](https://irenelaw.com/secret-recipe-trans-fat-free-peach-cream-cake/) - Trans Fat-Free Peach Cream Cake is a refreshing light dessert style cake with peach pieces and apricot filling through layers of sugar-free sponges. Hehehe... Bought this cake few nights ago. Cost us RM84, the cake weighed 2kg+, it's actually quite worth it if you compare buying from the usual bakery, summore Secret Recipe's cake isn't - [Garden Steamboat](https://irenelaw.com/garden-steamboat/) - Hehehe... Craving for steamboat and I really went for a steamboat session last night. Wanted to go there on 1st day of Hari Raya but they were closed. So... Off we went to have steamboat session at Garden Steamboat last night. Heard many good reviews about it and we're dying to try it out. It's - [Crown Square, Pending, Kuching, Sarawak, Malaysia](https://irenelaw.com/crown-square/) - Do not mix up Crown Square and Crowne Plaza. The former is at Pending, the later is at Padungan area. WOW... Crown Square is so different now. However, the renovation is still on. Not fully done yet. Each floor has different concept. Well... Don't know how to explain :P Just show you the photos. Too - [The Original Carwash](https://irenelaw.com/the-original-carwash/) - This place is so unique! I heard of it but never know where the actual location is. Never had the chance to go until few days back to celebrate someone's birthday. Not telling you who, later he "perasan" *LOL* I'm going to talk about The Original Carwash and not the birthday :P How to go - [Try To Withdraw Paypal Fund With My Alrajhi Bank Debit Card (2)](https://irenelaw.com/try-to-withdraw-paypal-fund-with-my-alrajhi-bank-debit-card-2/) - I checked my Paypal last night and found out that the status of my withdrawal on Sunday night is completed. Then I went over to check my Alrajhi Bank online account, RM1 is deducted also. In fact, I'm quite worry... I withdraw such big amount summore. I hope there won't be any problem with it. - [Countdown To Lilian's Custom Wedding](https://irenelaw.com/countdown-to-lilians-wedding/) - Got the invitation. The custom wedding day is coming soon in few hours time. I'm not the "ji mui" for tomorrow hehehe... I'm there to take photos, just being nosy. If I'm the "ji mui" I won't be able to follow her back home. Aaccording to her mum, the "ji mui" have to stay at - [6th Attempt To Book With Air Asia](https://irenelaw.com/6th-attempt-to-book-with-air-asia/) - Oh dear... I'm suppose to be helping my aunt to book Sibu return air tickets from Air Asia but I still can't tru' the system, can't get to the page to make payment phew... If not it will cause more troubles. It's the 6th attempt today already. This is my first time encounter so many - [Roxy Tasik Biru & Siniawan Night Market | Ever Thought of Celebrating Birthday Here?](https://irenelaw.com/roxy-tasik-biru-siniawan-night-market-ever-thought-of-celebrating-birthday-here/) - How long have you not been to Tasik Biru, Bau? It's been years for me. I think the last time I was here was back in 2017 or is it 2018? See... Too long till I cannot remember. Then in 2020, everything was closed. Everyone just stayed home. Two weekends ago, it was my brother's - [Dinner @ Imperial Duck](https://irenelaw.com/dinner-imperial-duck/) - Had dinner at Imperial Duck on the eve of Raya. My dad decided to go there to try so we just followed. We sat down and I totally forgotten what I should order even though my friend had told me what to order there. It was quite packed when we were there. Sat down and - [Sick and Tired of Too Many Cakes? Make Waffles with it!](https://irenelaw.com/sick-and-tired-of-too-many-cakes-make-waffles-with-it/) - Do you still have plenty of leftover cakes in the fridge from CNY? If you do, then you can do this. All you need are the leftover cakes, eggs, and waffle maker. These are the basic ingredients to make a quick and simple waffle. Don't forget the oil to grease the waffle maker. For this - [Circle Of Amour - Mission Accomplished!](https://irenelaw.com/circle-of-amour-mission-accomplished/) - Hahaha... Well... I didn't intent to do that actually. I managed to have photos taken with two reknown photographers in Malaysia! It's just for fun :P Managed to get Kid Chan and Alvin Leong to take photos with me. This is my first time meeting Kid Chan in person. Must take this opportunity to take - [Coach is Finally in Kuching](https://irenelaw.com/coach-is-finally-in-kuching/) - First of all, Happy Gawai and happy holiday! Long weekend... YAY! So I missed out the trip to Ba'kelalan but it's not all that bad as I could attend Coach opening at tHe Spring. Finally Coach is in tHe Spring. 1st June, Coach opening was officiated by the Vice President and General Manager of South - [Driving around Kuching with H5 One Axis Handheld Gimbal](https://irenelaw.com/driving-around-kuching-with-h5-one-axis-handheld-gimbal/) - It's been a long time... CNY is finally over. I'm still trying to get some work done. Too many things going on at the same time. I'm behind schedule too. Anyway, in this post, I'm going to show you the videos I took last year, 31st Dec 2021. Went to the city centre to run - [Happy Lunar New Year 2022](https://irenelaw.com/happy-lunar-new-year-2022/) - It's been a long time not posting my photo here. Anyway, just want to wish you a very Happy Lunar New Year. May the year brings good health, joy, and prosperity. Might not be posting for a bit. A bit occupied with many things. However, do check out my Instagram and YouTube for the latest - [Pam&Roy Herbal Water Color | Only Add Water to Color Your Hair](https://irenelaw.com/pamroy-herbal-water-color-only-add-water-to-color-your-hair/) - If you are looking for alternative to your usual grey coverage product, here's one new product that is coming to Guardian Malaysia near you in in few weeks time. The usual hair color has Ammonia which can be foul smelling and come with chemical developer. Fret not, this one will just need water and it - [Guilin Sanjin Compound Watermelon Frost](https://irenelaw.com/guilin-sanjin-compound-watermelon-frost/) - I still cough. So many people suffering from cough, flu or down with fever nowadays. I guess it's that time of the year again. That's why I decided to come out with this post. Guilin Sanjin Compound Watermelon Frost is something you can consider when you are having cough or ulcers or toothache. WAIT! This - [6 Best Tips To Ensure Your Kitty Has A Good First Vet Visit Experience](https://irenelaw.com/6-best-tips-to-ensure-your-kitty-has-a-good-first-vet-visit-experience/) - It seems to be a trend these days to adopt a kitten or two or even more. Cat owners either adopted it from an animal shelter or the street or random one coming into the house or even buying one. No doubt that the kitten is adorable but did you know that you need to - [Oh My! What Happen to My TikTok? | How to Make Waffle with Cake?](https://irenelaw.com/oh-my-what-happen-to-my-tiktok-how-to-make-2-ingredient-waffle/) - WOW! My last update was on 6th January. Too long a break. Too many things happening after the last post. Server was having problem for almost a week too. Was so busy trying to fix it. Only now have the time for quick update. CNY is on the way!! Too fast! Still a lot of - [Sarawak ICT Expo 2008](https://irenelaw.com/sarawak-ict-expo-2008-2/) - Remember Sarawak ICT Expo 2007? There's the most talk about Canon girl? I didn't see any this year ;p I know some will be disappointed hehehe... Went there today. So hard to find parking and there were more people because it's school holiday. I spent about RM100 there today. There are 3 halls this time - [Tefal Initial Rice Cooker RK7401 Kek Gula Hangus | How to Make Rice Cooker Kek Sarang Semut?](https://irenelaw.com/tefal-initial-rice-cooker-rk7401-kek-gula-hangus/) - CNY is coming! Going to bake cake? Why not bake Kek Sarang Semut? The first thing I cook with Tefal Initial Rice Cooker with Spherical Pot Fuzzy Logic RK7401 is this cake. I didn't expect it to be so easy and it works so well. This is the fourth attempt making kek gula hangus aka - [Less Sweet Egg Waffle Recipe Using Ice Cream Cook with PerySmith 3in1 Waffle Maker](https://irenelaw.com/less-sweet-egg-waffle-recipe-using-ice-cream-cook-with-perysmith-3in1-waffle-maker/) - My first time making egg waffle. Since I have a box of not-so-nice ice cream that I want to get rid off, I decided to use it to make this. You can use any flavour that you like. This recipe can make 4 to 5 pieces of egg waffles with PerySmith 3in1 Waffle Maker. Can - [Happy Winter Solstice 2021](https://irenelaw.com/happy-winter-solstice-2021/) - December is almost ending! How fast is it? This weekend will be Christmas. This is my first time cooking tang yuan. Didn't do from scratch though. Bought the dough from a local Chinese grocery shop in Padungan. I usually post videos on Youtube on Wednesdays and Saturdays. Usually it's not food related for Wednesday's video. - [Nestum Salted Egg Yolk Condensed Milk Cookies](https://irenelaw.com/nestum-salted-egg-yolk-condensed-milk-cookies/) - Chinese New Year is around the corner! I guess it's another stay-at-home celebrations. Whatever it is... I will still bake and make some CNY goodies for the sake of it. Haha... Here's one that you can try. So simple, so easy to do. Only 5 ingredients. Most importantly it tastes great! Have fun trying. I'm - [Four Things to do this Holiday Season](https://irenelaw.com/four-things-to-do-this-holiday-season/) - It’s that time of the year again… December… The holiday season is here. Lunar New Year is around the corner too! How time flies? So… What should we do this holiday season? First, let’s do spring cleaning to welcome 2022 and the year of the tiger. While you are busy cleaning the areas of your - [Unbox VirCast Medic Tillie Millie Care Pack & Giveaway Alert](https://irenelaw.com/unbox-vircast-medic-tillie-millie-care-pack-giveaway-alert/) - Received a surprised PR package from VirCast medic. Here's the unboxing video of the mask. If you want to win them, the Tillie Millie Care For You Contests Week #2 starts on 29th November 2021 - 8th December 2021. Here's the links to the contest: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vircastmedic/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/VircastMedic Contest runs from 15 Nov - - [Cheese French Toast with PerySmith 3in1 Waffle Maker Sandwich Bakeware](https://irenelaw.com/cheese-french-toast-with-perysmith-3in1-waffle-maker-sandwich-bakeware/) - It was a last minute decision to make this and didn't expect the mess *LOL* Took me one hour to clean up the machine. Meanwhile, enjoy your weekend. Have been busy these days. - [I've Won a Tefal Initial Rice Cooker with Spherical Pot Fuzzy Logic RK7401](https://irenelaw.com/ive-won-a-tefal-initial-rice-cooker-with-spherical-pot-fuzzy-logic-rk7401/) - So lucky to be one of the winners of Maggi's contest. It sure took a long time for the prize to reach me. Here I'm going to unbox it together with you. Check out the other videos on my YouTube channel. Meanwhile, enjoy your weekend! - [Spoiled Mood](https://irenelaw.com/spoiled-mood/) - I'm supposed to update a food post today but no mood to do it because of one unreasonable client today accused me of doing something illegal and said that I accused him of cheating when all I wanted was to check whether he got my e-mail regarding his annual service renewal or not which lead - [Jade Pot Tea House](https://irenelaw.com/jade-pot-tea-house/) - Hmm... I thought I did post about this somewhere in my blog but I can't find it, hmm... Maybe in pre-Wordpress days. Nevermind... Let's just see what we had last Friday before going to Sarawak ICT Expo 2008. We went to Jade Post Tea House at Jalan Song Thian Cheok for lunch, if you have - [Cheese Toast & Peanut Butter Toast with PerySmith 3in1 Waffle Maker Sandwich Bakeware](https://irenelaw.com/cheese-toast-peanut-butter-toast-with-perysmith-3in1-waffle-maker-sandwich-bakeware/) - Tested PerySmith 3in1 Waffle Maker Sandwich Bakeware months ago. The video was up months ago too *LOL* It works as it should. No problem. Be creative and add anything you want in your toast. Easy, right? 5 minutes is good enough. If you don't have a toaster, this will do the job too. You can - [Unbox & First Impression of PerySmith 5 in 1 Hand Blender 850W Easy Cooking Series PS850](https://irenelaw.com/unbox-first-impression-of-perysmith-5-in-1-hand-blender-850w-easy-cooking-series-ps850/) - Bought PerySmith 5 in 1 Hand Blender 850W Easy Cooking Series PS850 during 7/7 sale on Shopee. Had been putting this product in my shopping cart for God-knows-how-long haha... It was out of stock at one point and they restocked it in time for 7/7 sale. Here's my unboxing video and first impression of it. - [Make Waffle & Review PerySmith 3in1 Waffle Maker EasyCooking Series WM360](https://irenelaw.com/make-waffle-review-perysmith-3in1-waffle-maker-easycooking-series-wm360/) - Shared the unboxing video with you last week. This time, here's my first time using it. Do remember to read the user manual before using and discard the first piece. In conclusion the locking mechanism is a bit meh. That's pretty much my complain. As for cooking time, it's long but expected as this is - [Unboxing PerySmith 3in1 Waffle Maker EasyCooking Series WM360](https://irenelaw.com/unboxing-perysmith-3in1-waffle-maker-easycooking-series-wm360/) - Here's the unboxing of the first thing I bought from Shopee few months back. Have been using it few time. It's working as it should. If you want to see what I've done with it, you can check out my YouTube channel. Been really busy these days on some new projects that I'm doing. That's - [Did My First 7.7 Shopee Spree](https://irenelaw.com/did-my-first-7-7-shopee-spree/) - OK... It's September and in few days time it's going to be October. Only now I update about it ;p Hahaha... Anyway, you can still buy them if you are interested and wait for 10.10 sale instead. You can also check out the things I made from this purchase in my YouTube channel. Normally... I - [Quick & Easy Salted Egg Flavoured Cornflakes](https://irenelaw.com/quick-easy-salted-egg-flavoured-cornflakes/) - I won a box of salted egg yolk powder from a contest and I decided to use it make my very first salted egg cornflakes. Always see people making it and selling it. Always wanted to try but the salted egg powder is rather expensive. Thanks to the prize, I can try to make my - [How to Make Guilinggao with Guilinggao Powder?](https://irenelaw.com/how-to-make-guilinggao-with-guilinggao-powder/) - It's my first time making guilinggao. All because of the heatiness I experienced from the vaccination. Took me three attempts haha... First time followed the English instructions, it was a mess but still got it done. Second time followed Chinese instructions, I made a silly mistake, myself to blame but still works. Third time, fixed - [Happy Birthday to Me...](https://irenelaw.com/happy-birthday-to-me/) - One last one for the decade. New decade starts next year *LOL* Gosh... How time flies?!? 3 series will be over in one year time. Hitting 4 series... *HORROR* *LOL* Hmmm... I wrote a post on my Instagram but I cannot embed it here. Apparently Wordpress.org doesn't support such thing anymore sigh... So... I'll just - [Vegetarian Anchovies](https://irenelaw.com/vegetarian-anchovies/) - It's been ages I didn't post anything related to cooking or recipes. Hehehe... I seldom bake or cook for almost a year :P The only time I slaved myself in the kitchen was few weeks before CNY. Other days, I'm not in the kitchen unlike few years back where I could actually have the mood - [Cola and Sprite Float](https://irenelaw.com/cola-and-sprite-float/) - Have been busy these days. So many things to do, so little time. Good things they are all fun things to do. Here's Cola and Sprite float video that I've uploaded to my YouTube channel about 2 months ago. I have many videos recorded but it takes time to edit. I'm kind of behind schedule. - [Crispy Dahfa Dried Fish Fillet Snack](https://irenelaw.com/crispy-dahfa-dried-fish-fillet-snack/) - Ready for CNY 2022? *LOL* Sharing a CNY snack recipe ;p Hahaha... This is so easy to make. In fact, easy to make it anytime. Don't have to wait till CNY. I did this video just before Gawai as I had a packet of Dahfa Dried Fish Fillet that was not opened yet from CNY. - [How to Air Fry Durian?](https://irenelaw.com/how-to-air-fry-durian/) - It's durian season. Didn't get to try this viral air fried or baked durian last year because there wasn't any durian last year. So when I got some durian few weeks back, I decided to try it out hahah... Try at your own risk! :P You ever try before? What do you think? - [Dr. Oetker Nona Buttermilk Pancake Mix Tried & Tested](https://irenelaw.com/dr-oetker-nona-buttermilk-pancake-mix-tried-tested/) - Saw Dr. Oetker Nona Buttermilk Pancake Mix on sale few months back. Decided to try it out. Easy as ABC. Taste good too. Can use this to make waffle and even apam balik. On the other note... Only managed to upload something today as I was busy last week with some new project. Then when - [4 Ways to Wrap Wonton | How To Wrap Wonton?](https://irenelaw.com/4-ways-to-wrap-wonton-how-to-wrap-wonton/) - Here's 4 ways to wrap wonton. If you are frying it, can wrap nicely like what I'm doing; if you're going to make soup, then don't bother *LOL* Have been busy for 2 weeks since taking up a freelance job. New experience. Still trying to get a hang of it. It's not as easy as - [Kek Sarang Semut Cup Measurement Second Attempt Experience](https://irenelaw.com/kek-sarang-semut-cup-measurement-second-attempt-experience/) - I tried to make kek sarang semut for the second time few months back. Really foolproof. I'm using the same recipe as the previous attempt. One step was wrong but it didn't affect anything as long that everything is incorporated, it still turned out right. Even better than previous one because I didn't overfill the - [Chewy Oat Cookies, Easy to Customize with Your Favourite Fruits & Nuts](https://irenelaw.com/chewy-oat-cookies-easy-to-customize-with-your-favourite-fruits-nuts/) - Saw this simple and easy recipe on YouTube and decided to try it out myself with some tweaks. The original recipe only requires oat and banana. Since I have some desiccated coconut, I decided to add some for the coconuty taste. Do not afraid to experiment with any ingredients you like such as nuts or - [Rice Cooker Condensed Milk Lava Cake](https://irenelaw.com/rice-cooker-condensed-milk-lava-cake/) - I wanted to make green tea latte lava cake but apparently using pure green tea powder is a no-no which you can see in this video. However, if you want to do condensed milk lava cake, you can use this recipe minus the green tea powder. As simple as that. Happy trying! - [#CucukMyAZ at Borneo Convention Centre Kuching (HCO B), 8/6/2021, 8.30am, What to Expect?](https://irenelaw.com/cucukmyaz-at-borneo-convention-centre-kuching-hco-b-862021-8-30am-what-to-expect/) - As you know #CucukMyAZ started in Kuching on 7th June 2021 and will be going on until July (if I recall correctly). Mine will be in few days time. Here's the video that you might want to watch to see what and how it's done. *Pause the video if you want to read the details. - [How to Make Sweet Potato and Yam Balls and Bubur Cha Cha](https://irenelaw.com/how-to-make-sweet-potato-and-yam-balls-and-bubur-cha-cha/) - Few months back, mom harvested yam from the backyard and we cooked some and still had some left. So I decided to make yam balls with it. Here's the video on how I make it. It's my first time making it. I used only glutinous rice flour so the texture wasn't as chewy and it's - [Selamat Hari Gawai 2021](https://irenelaw.com/selamat-hari-gawai-2021/) - Another year of stay-at-home Gawai. Hope there is no Gawai cluster. Enough to have Raya cluster. It is enough to cause havoc to the nation. So... Please... Do your part! Last Raya, there are people received open house invitation. This Gawai, the same thing too, even offered to provide transport to go Gawai with them. - [Long Time Not Doing Unboxing Video...](https://irenelaw.com/long-time-not-doing-unboxing-video/) - Joined a contest few weeks back and won a Raya Box from Loka Made in collaboration with Maggi. It's been a long time not doing unboxing video... Hope there is more to come. - [CLOSED [GIVEAWAY] 28th April-28th May 2021 - Celebrating 300 Subscribers | Thank You for Subscribing](https://irenelaw.com/19964/) - Ah! Forgot to share this here... Finally, first giveaway after soooo long. Decided to give cash which is more practical and worth it than giving products. As I had promised before on my Instagram and Facebook page, I will do a giveaway on this YouTube channel when it has over 300 subscribers. Finally, the time - [Foolproof Cup Measurement Kek Sarang Semut / Kek Gula Hangus](https://irenelaw.com/foolproof-cup-measurement-kek-sarang-semut-kek-gula-hangus/) - Kek Sarang Semut or Kek Gula Hangus is my favourite traditional cake. Even though it's made up of a lot of sugar but it doesn't taste as sweet as other cakes. However, do bear in mind that, it is still sugar even though it doesn't taste as sweet. I thought it is hard to make - [Selamat Hari Raya Aidilfitri 2021](https://irenelaw.com/selamat-hari-raya-aidilfitri-2021/) - Wishing my Muslim friends a safe Syawal this year. It's was a last-minute decision that our government had to make that there will be no visiting and crossing districts and states to celebrate. What to do? It's all for our own safety. The hospital beds and ICUs are running out. Sarawak still refuses to follow - [8-Minute Rice Cooker Horlicks Lava Cake | No Sugar Lave Cake | Easy Rice Cooker Cake Recipe (ASMR)](https://irenelaw.com/8-minute-rice-cooker-horlicks-lava-cake-no-sugar-lave-cake-easy-rice-cooker-cake-recipe-asmr/) - Chocolate lave cake is common. Ever since I successfully made lava cake last year. I've been thinking of making different flavour lava cakes. Got Horlicks, so decided to try it out and it works! Instead of Milo, I replaced it with Horlicks. Here's the full recipe: Ingredients: A 4tbsp Horlicks 1tbsp Hot water Mix them - [Quick & Easy 2-ingredient 30-second Mocktail, Pineapple + Sprite = Spritenapple (ASMR)](https://irenelaw.com/quick-easy-2-ingredient-30-second-mocktail-pineapple-sprite-spritenapple-asmr/) - I had canned pineapple almost expiring laying around in the pantry not sure what to do with it. A friend told me to get Sprite and make pineapple Sprite with it. So I did. I did not have ice cubes, the ice cube tray was empty else I'll add in ice cubes. As for the - [ASMR Unbox & How to Cook Fei Chan Guo Self-heating Hot Pot, Old Duck Soup Flavour with No Duck Meat](https://irenelaw.com/asmr-unbox-how-to-cook-fei-chan-guo-self-heating-hot-pot-old-duck-soup-flavour-with-no-duck-meat/) - Always fun to record and prepare instant hot pot. Bought this because I thought that it is not spicy as I don't see the word "mala" on it but it's actually spicy for those who cannot tolerate spiciness. It's sourish too. If you like spicy salted vegetable soup, you can try this. I can't seem - [Xiao Li (S3/Pt15), Chi Liao Bi (S3/Pt16), Finale - Sarawak Chinese Slang](https://irenelaw.com/xiao-li-s3pt15-chi-liao-bi-s3pt16-finale-sarawak-chinese-slang/) - Last two slang of Sarawak Chinese Slang. The season has ended few weeks ago. I'm not sure when the 4th season will come. Not really in the mood to do it yet. Here's the one last video to summarize everything. Till then... Do check out my other videos on my channel and feel free to - [Complete Biotics (Prebiotics & Probiotics): What You Need To Know](https://irenelaw.com/complete-biotics-prebiotics-probiotics-what-you-need-to-know/) - Ever experience the awful feeling of diarrhea, indigestion, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), ulcerative colitis symptoms, sleep disturbance, unintentional weight changes, skin irritation, or constant fatigue? If your answer is “yes” to one or more of the symptoms listed, do read on. In this day and age, leading a busy and fast paced lifestyle is common - [Tiam (S3/Pt13), Bo Sng (S3/Pt14) - Sarawak Chinese Slang](https://irenelaw.com/tiam-s3pt13-bo-sng-s3pt14-sarawak-chinese-slang/) - Tiam! Another is gone... I felt like we just started March and now it's ending... What have you don't do far? Not much for me but trying to make some videos for YouTube. I actually had plan to do some videos but ended up it didn't turn out as it should *LOL* Bo sng already - [Sarawak Chinese Slang Now on TikTok | Bay Hiao (S3/Pt11), Lau Ya (S3/Pt12)](https://irenelaw.com/sarawak-chinese-slang-now-on-tiktok-bay-hiao-s3pt11-lau-ya-s3pt12/) - I've decided to create an account specifically for Sarawak Chinese Slang on TikTok. New video will be released on Every Monday, 10.30pm (Malaysia Time). It's not new content actually, I'm just re-posting all the episodes of Sarawak Chinese Slang Series from Season 1 to 3 in it. I know TikTok algorithm doesn't work with this - [Aiya (S3/Pt9), Mai Ah Neh (S3/Pt10) - Sarawak Chinese Slang](https://irenelaw.com/aiya-s3pt9-mai-ah-neh-s3pt10-sarawak-chinese-slang/) - Opppss... Forgot to share the episode for Sarawak Chinese Slang, it's been awhile. In fact, it has ended in YouTube but it's OK, I will still share it here. You can always to go to my YouTube channel to watch the other episodes instead of waiting for it to be updated here. I've been pretty - [Xiao Yang Self-Heating Braised Meatball Rice Pot](https://irenelaw.com/xiao-yang-self-heating-braised-meatball-rice-pot/) - Last year end, bought another instant pot. This time around, it's rice pot. It's fun 'playing' with this kind of product. Very interesting haha... Of course, I made a video for it too. Here's the video for it. Didn't expect that uncooked rice can be cooked just with the heat from the heating pack. Interesting. - [How I Lost RM500 Lazada Voucher After Getting It](https://irenelaw.com/how-i-lost-rm500-lazada-voucher-after-getting-it/) - Was so excited to receive the prize of RM500 Lazada Voucher and had planned out how to do a new series for my YouTube channel. It will be a series of unboxing purchase made from Lazada that worth over RM500 inclusive of shipping fee(shipping fee cannot be offset from the voucher). However, plan has now - [Betty Crocker Red Velvet Cake Mix](https://irenelaw.com/betty-crocker-red-velvet-cake-mix/) - It's my first time making red velvet. Obviously not from scratch, it's from Betty Crocker Red Velvet Cake Mix. My cake always fail if I am to make it from scratch because it is hard for me to follow the instructions, I will always stray hahaha... Premix always saved the day ;p It's quite nice - [Mini Nestum Oat Rice Cooker Steamed Cake with Nestum Grains & More 3in1 Oat](https://irenelaw.com/mini-nestum-oat-rice-cooker-steamed-cake-with-nestum-grains-more-3in1-oat/) - It's been a long time not sharing recipe and cooking related post. Here's one that I did on my YouTube. In fact I did this to join the contest organized by Nestle. Just for the fun of it since I happened to have the ingredients for it and I was planning it as part of - [CNY 2021 Limited Edition Ang Pao Giveaway](https://irenelaw.com/cny-2021-limited-edition-ang-pao-giveaway/) - My first giveaway after so long... Was supposed to do this contest last month but I only got the ang pao on CNY eve. I figured this might no longer be a topic of interest as the hype is over. Don't care la... If you are a collector and would like to have it, you - [Happy Lunar New Year 2021](https://irenelaw.com/happy-lunar-new-year-2021/) - We've gone into 2021, now it's the Lunar New Year, the Year of the Ox is here now! This year, no open house, everyone just stay put where they are. My sister and brother are not coming back too, they're stuck overseas. Oh well... What to do? Just stay safe everyone so that we have - [ASMR Unbox & Cook Ibumie Penang HarMee](https://irenelaw.com/asmr-unbox-cook-ibumie-penang-harmee/) - Posted a video on the unboxing of Ibumie Penang White Curry Mee Instant Soup Noodle with Natural Ingredients Chilli Paste last year. Here's another Ibumie instant noodle that I bought, Ibumie Penang HarMee. In fact this video was published last year too but haven't share it over here ;p Procrastinated too much hahaha... Anyway, feel - [Bay Ki - Sarawak Chinese Slang (S3/Pt8)](https://irenelaw.com/bay-ki-sarawak-chinese-slang-s3pt8/) - Don't forget! Don't forget! Don't bay ki! We are still no where near the end of the tunnel, we are going deeper into the tunnel and have no idea when we will get to see the light again. It takes everyone to play their parts to end this whole thing but sadly many people bay - [Kang Ko - Sarawak Chinese Slang (S3/Pt7)](https://irenelaw.com/kang-ko-sarawak-chinese-slang-s3pt7/) - Don't make life so difficult can? Some people... Really... Don't know how to say. Like to make not only own life so kang ko but others too. We are heading to the end of January 2021. We are still stuck in in pandemic. In less than a month, Chinese New Year will be here but - [Wa Bay Zai - Sarawak Chinese Slang (S3/Pt6)](https://irenelaw.com/wa-bay-zai-sarawak-chinese-slang-s3pt6/) - Sigh... Number of cases is increasing day by day. The number is not looking good. Now many places are under MCO2.0. Kuching is currently in CMCO but foresee that we might have to shift to MCO2.0 mode if things are not improving as there are too many got exposed during Christmas and New Year. Wa - [Pak Toh - Sarawak Chinese Slang (S3/Pt5)](https://irenelaw.com/pak-toh-sarawak-chinese-slang-s3pt5/) - Here, here... 2020 was all about staying at home due to movement control order. People want to go out pak toh also very hard. How about 2021? I guess it should be easier. Hope you have a great time pak toh with your loved one. Best to stay away from the crowd and enjoy each - [Happy 2021](https://irenelaw.com/happy-2021/) - So... 2020 is over... What flying car? What developed country? Nothing... The country is only going backward with power crazy politikus coupled with the pandemic which turned the country upside down. Are we seeing light at the end of the tunnel? I don't know... One thing for sure, it's f*ck up in the political front - [Merry Christmas 2020](https://irenelaw.com/merry-christmas-2020/) - Merry Christmas! This year is rather quiet. No parade, no Christmas service(well... There is but I decided to stay at home instead), no meeting up with friends, just played Tiktok, and did a quick grocery shopping only. Stay safe and take care. Had fun playing with makeup App and Instagram story hahaha... Here you go... - [Althea Christmas Box 2020](https://irenelaw.com/althea-christmas-box-2020/) - Did a shopping spree on Althea early this month. Was fortunate enough to receive my purchase in this year's Christmas box. Decided to make a quick video decorating the box for the sake getting some feel of Christmas :D Enjoy your coming long weekend. Don't forget about all those SOPs while you are busy celebrating. - [La Ku - Sarawak Chinese Slang (S3/Pt4)](https://irenelaw.com/la-ku-sarawak-chinese-slang-s3pt4/) - Coming into mid month... Christmas is around the corner. Yesterday was 12/12, I wonder how much people had spent yesterday and what is the most la ku item. My goodness... CNY ads are coming out and CNY songs too! How fast time flies?!?! So... What is the most la ku thing for CNY next year? - [Tsubu Night Pack, Get Rid of Milia Seeds. Does it Work?](https://irenelaw.com/tsubu-night-pack-to-get-rid-of-milia-seeds-does-it-work/) - I bought Tsubu Night Pack from Japan in August 2018 as I've been reading and watching about its good review over the years mostly on Taiwanese variety shows since early 2010s. I decided to get it for myself when I saw it in the drugstore in Japan. I don't remember how much I bought it - [Bo Yong, An Chua - Sarawak Chinese Slang (S3/Pt2 & Pt 3)](https://irenelaw.com/an-chua-sarawak-chinese-slang/) - How's your week so far? I've been busy trying to edit a video with new video editing program. So far, I've spent almost 12 hours learning the basics. The video is half way done now. Still another half to go. Hopefully can get a hang of it a.s.a.p so that I can get on with - [Ka Liu - Sarawak Chinese Slang (S3/Pt1)](https://irenelaw.com/ka-liu-sarawak-chinese-slang-s3pt1/) - After few months of break, finally got the first episode up after procrastinating for quite some time. The first slang for this season is something from the Foochow dialect. Check it out ;) Hope you can subscribe to my channel. There will be 15 more slang that will be featured for the next 15 weeks. - [Bought a New Handbag, Only RM59, Lots of Compartments](https://irenelaw.com/bought-a-new-handbag-only-rm59-lots-of-compartments/) - Update 11/11/2020: I thought it is still available on its official website but it's sold out as well! Update 10/11/2020: It's all sold out on Zalora and Shopee -.-" Oh man... I'm glad I bought it earlier. My old handbag is badly peeling already, it's time to get a new one. It took me 3 - [Sarawak Chinese Slang Season 3 Coming Soon...](https://irenelaw.com/sarawak-chinese-slang-season-3-coming-soon/) - It sure took me months to finally get this preview video up. I'm still in the process of trying to get as many episodes ready before publishing the first episode. Procrastination is kicking in. Must really get into doing it as soon as possible because I'm running out of content for my YouTube *LOL* Feel - [Asian Glossy Starling (Aplonis Panayensis) Partying and Feasting on Papaya Tree](https://irenelaw.com/asian-glossy-starling-aplonis-panayensis-partying-and-feasting-on-papaya-tree/) - Always see and hear these black birds(actually is not black, it's very dark green) eating our papayas and making loud sounds. They are known Asian Glossy Starling (Aplonis Panayensis). I decided to record them in action. It's pretty amusing. Not everyday we have the opportunity to see these birds in action. Fell free to watch - [3rd Extension to Malaysia Movement Control Order (New Date: 12 May)](https://irenelaw.com/3rd-extension-to-malaysia-movement-control-order-new-date-12-may/) - Last night, the third extension was announced by out Prime Minister that it will be extended to 12 May 20202. So... Stay at home, continue to stay at home. We all have to do our part, we don't have any choice but to stay home. If you want it to end earlier, please abide by - [ASMR Unbox & Bake Morrisons Triple Chocolate Cookie Mix | Easy Triple Choc Cookies with Cookie Mix](https://irenelaw.com/asmr-unbox-bake-morrisons-triple-chocolate-cookie-mix-easy-triple-choc-cookies-with-cookie-mix/) - This is my first time making chocolate cookies. As usual, premix saved all the troubles. Since I couldn't gauge whether it is really properly baked because of the colour, so I over-baked it and turned out to be really tough. The taste wasn't too bad though. I'm not into sweet food, so one is more - [Betty Crocker Delights Tangy Lemon & Buttery Shortcrust Bar Mix (Unbox, Air Fryer Bake, No Tray)](https://irenelaw.com/betty-crocker-delights-tangy-lemon-buttery-shortcrust-bar-mix-unbox-air-fryer-bake-no-tray/) - I got a box of Betty Crocker Delights Tangy Lemon & Buttery Shortcrust Bar Mix early this year, I've never eaten the actual lemon bar. This is my first time making it and eating it. Premix is always very easy. In this video, I unbox it, mix it, and bake it. I did not have - [Hunt for Pink!! Limited Edition Pink Mamee Monster, How to Find, Unbox and Taste Test](https://irenelaw.com/hunt-for-pink-limited-edition-pink-mamee-monster-how-to-find-unbox-and-taste-test/) - Last year, Mamee Monster had black mystery packet. This year, it's pink. Not many know about it though. Not much of a hoohaa this time around. When I got to know about it, I started to pay attention to the snack shelves when I went grocery shopping. Since it is still MCO, hence there is - [Ruby Konnyaku Jelly (No artificial/food colouring) | Make Halloween Jelly with Konnyaku Jelly Powder](https://irenelaw.com/ruby-konnyaku-jelly-no-artificialfood-colouring-make-halloween-jelly-with-konnyaku-jelly-powder/) - If you are looking for some Halloween food idea, you can try this out. Well... It was not supposed to turn out this way but it did! It looks like blood cubes. You know... Especially for the ladies... You know what I meant. *LOL* If you have other dried fruit tea, use them, you don't - [Let's Cook Easily Prepared Meals, Instant Couscous and Ipoh Salt Baked Chicken](https://irenelaw.com/lets-cook-easily-prepared-meals-instant-couscous-and-ipoh-salt-baked-chicken/) - It's pretty fun to play with some instant food. These are the recent ones that I managed to try out. I got Ainsley Harriott Instant Couscous from the UK. My sis brought it back during Chinese New Year. I finally cooked it few months back during CMCO when I was too lazy to prepare anything - [Happy Birthday to Me 2020](https://irenelaw.com/happy-birthday-to-me-2020/) - Hahaha... Forgot to make a birthday post on 4th September hahaha... It's late but only few days late. So... It's another year... One year older... 38... Gasp... Seriously... How time flies?!?! The year, 2020, has just gone by like this... Nothing much done due to the unexpected pandemic. One thing for sure, flying car is - [Malaysia RMCO Extended to 31st December 2020](https://irenelaw.com/malaysia-rmco-extended-to-31st-december-2020/) - So... It's September, we are still in RMCO. It's supposed to end on 31st August 2020 but our PM announced that it will be extended until 31st December 2020. There goes our 2020... Down the drain... Who would expect that your 2020 will be staying at home without flying cars or LRT? :D Whatever it - [Salted Caramel Bread Popcorn, First Attempt, Air Fryer Saved the Day!](https://irenelaw.com/salted-caramel-bread-popcorn-first-attempt-air-fryer-saved-the-day/) - Tried to make caramel bread popcorn after seeing it everywhere on TikTok and friends were making it too. I decided to add salt to the caramel because I prefer salted caramel to caramel. To make your life easier, just buy croutons and make the caramel or use an air fryer or oven to dry the - [Fried Milk, My First Attempt, Easy but Not Easy... How Come?!?](https://irenelaw.com/fried-milk-my-first-attempt-easy-but-not-easy-how-come/) - I came across fried milk at Kuching Festival. Seriously, never bought them hahaha... Then, during the early days of MCO, I saw quite a number of friends making it. They all said that it is easy. I decided to give it a try after I got hold of all the ingredients. All in all, It - [Ibumie Penang White Curry Mee Instant Soup Noodle with Natural Ingredients Chilli Paste](https://irenelaw.com/ibumie-penang-white-curry-mee-instant-soup-noodle-with-natural-ingredients-chilli-paste/) - Opps... It's been over a week, forgotten to make a new post :D During MCO, I went grocery shopping. I decided to get Penang white curry mee instant noodle. I've eaten the real thing but have never try the instant noodle even though it's been around for ages and friends from Penang were stocking it - [My Lava Cake Attempts with Rice Cooker](https://irenelaw.com/my-lava-cake-attempts-with-rice-cooker/) - Lava cake is something I used to eat once in a blue moon. It's not easy to find good ones, that's why I don't bother spending my money on it. It's usually quite expensive too. Most time, I'll end up with lava cake that did not ooze like it should, such a waste of money. - [Limited Edition Oreo, Fun with #SayItWithOreo](https://irenelaw.com/limited-edition-oreo-fun-with-sayitwithoreo/) - I've been seeing Oreo advertisement of Oreo about its limited edition alphabets printed Oreo. I went shopping the other day, saw it and decided to get it. Haven't eat Oreo for a very looooong time. I think the last time I ate Oreo was last year. Anyway, I decided to make a video for it - [ASMR Unbox & Cook Halal Nissin Ramen Uma-Kara Spicy Rich Fiery Broth & Tokyo Shoyu Premium Bonito Blend](https://irenelaw.com/asmr-unbox-cook-halal-nissin-ramen-uma-kara-spicy-rich-fiery-broth-tokyo-shoyu-premium-bonito-blend/) - Just found out I did not post my ASMR halal ramen unboxing video here. After I posted the first video, few days later, MCO kicked in. Here I have two that I bought from AEON earlier this year. If you would like to try it out, I would recommend these two. Uma-Kara Spicy Rich Fiery - [Self-Rising Flour Apam Balik | Improvised Apam Balik (no crushed peanuts, butter, baking powder)](https://irenelaw.com/self-rising-flour-apam-balik-improvised-apam-balik-no-crushed-peanuts-butter-baking-powder/) - I didn't expect so many people will watch this video. It was my first time making Apam Balik aka Martabak Manis or 曼煎粿. I improvised it because I didn't have crushed peanuts. It's crispy when it's freshly out from the pan, hence do not wait! Eat immediately! Otherwise it will become quite chewy. Do check - [Kek Tiok, Lau Kui, Season 2 Finale - Sarawak Chinese Slang](https://irenelaw.com/kek-tiok-lau-kui-season-2-finale-sarawak-chinese-slang/) - How time flies! It's July already! The little project of mine, Sarawak Chinese Slang Season 2 has come to an end. Here's the last three episodes to share with you. I'm not sure when is the 3rd season coming. We'll see... - [Kay Kang, Kay Poh - Sarawak Chinese Slang](https://irenelaw.com/kay-kang-kay-poh-sarawak-chinese-slang/) - Ok... How time flies... Some students are now back to school. Here's two more slang to learn for the week. How have you been coping with RMCO? Well... I'm still pretty much staying at home, haven't get out since RMCO started LOL!!! Well... Even on normal days, I'm at home too, so it's nothing new. - [Kek Sim, Kay Kiang - Sarawak Chinese Slang](https://irenelaw.com/kek-sim-kay-kiang-sarawak-chinese-slang/) - Day 92 of movement control order... It's also day 8 of RMCO. I'm supposed to be getting a package last week but sadly the courier was quite kay kiang *LOL* The package travel from its origin in West Malaysia to the wrong destination in East Malaysia, then back again to its origin awaiting for it - [Malaysia RMCO 10th June - 31st August](https://irenelaw.com/malaysia-rmco-10th-june-31st-august/) - So... Today is the first day of RMCO for Malaysia. What do you think? Are you happy? It will last till 31st August 2020. Hang in there! Well... Gonna foresee people coming out like no tomorrow for the next few weeks. All SOPs already down the drain when CMCO started, what's more when RMCO, it - [Inner and Outer Sun Protection with NUViT](https://irenelaw.com/inner-and-outer-sun-protection-with-nuvit/) - I’ve tried a new sun care product recently. Even though it’s MCO, we stay at home but we are still exposed to harmful UV and blue light radiation. Hence, don’t be lazy with sunscreen application. I apply sunscreen daily even when I’m not going out. It’s a must for me or else my morning skincare - [COVID-19 Awareness Limited-Edition Customizable T-Shirt with Printcious, Ricoh, Gildan, Exabytes, and Main-Main](https://irenelaw.com/covid-19-awareness-with-printcious-ricoh-gildan-exabytes-and-main-main/) - Time is hard, we are trying all our might to combat COVID-19 which is causing havoc all over the world. We’ve been staying home, washing hands, practicing social distancing, wearing face mask, exercising at home, and covering our cough or sneeze to avoid getting ourselves and those around us sick for 2 months and counting. - [Kiam Siap, Ha Mik Su - Sarawak Chinese Slang](https://irenelaw.com/kiam-siap-ha-mik-su-sarawak-chinese-slang/) - Today is the Day 61 of Movement Control Order... We're in the conditional period now. More people are heading back to work tomorrow. Hope all will be well. Hope that it's not going to be your last few days of work, I know many companies are going to retrench their staff so that they can - [Malaysia CMCO Extended to 9th June 2020](https://irenelaw.com/malaysia-cmco-extended-to-9th-june-2020/) - Yesterday, our PM announced that Malaysia CMCO period will be extended until 9th June 2020. Most people will get to go back to work with the set SOP of course. I would suggest you to do your grocery shopping during office hour instead of the weekend or after office hour to avoid the working crowd - [No More MCO4 but MCO5](https://irenelaw.com/no-more-mco4-but-mco5/) - So... Before MCO4 even ended, we suddenly gone into MCO5. Many businesses can now open for business. Many people will be going back to work. What do you think? Is this the right move? Whatever it is, do your own part. If you are not comfortable opening for business, then don't; if you are afraid - [Chiak Hong, Kay Leng Kay Si - Sarawak Chinese Slang](https://irenelaw.com/chiak-hong-kay-leng-kay-si-sarawak-chinese-slang/) - Two new slangs for the week. How have you've been holding on? It's day 46, can't go chiak hong and don't kay leng kay si go out as you like. However, the government had announced that 4th May will allow almost all business to open. What do you think? Well... It's a bad idea but - [Bo Eng, Liak Chua - Sarawak Chinese Slang (Season 2)](https://irenelaw.com/bo-eng-liak-chua-sarawak-chinese-slang-season-2/) - About one more week to go to end MCO3 but I foresee that it will be extended. Whatever it is, this series isn't stopping ;p Today is day 34, received the free mask that the Sarawak government had promised. Anyway, Hhere's two more slang... Meanwhile, check out my Youtube channel for some new contents not - [Ho Chiak, Pak Sng – Sarawak Chinese Slang (Season 2)](https://irenelaw.com/ho-chiak-pak-sng-sarawak-chinese-slang-season-2/) - How's MCO treating you? Hope all is well with you. We'll need to stay at home again till 28 April 2020. Hope it will end soon. Here's two more Sarawak Chinese Slang that I did on my YouTube channel. Weekend is coming. I know there isn't much difference these days, most people lost track of - [Chiak Ba Boi, Da Bao - Sarawak Chinese Slang (Season 2)](https://irenelaw.com/chiak-ba-boi-ho-chiak-sarawak-chinese-slang-season-2/) - Ah!! I forgot to post something last week. Didn't realize how time flies. Today is Day 21, it's April! Let me share Season 2 of Sarawak Chinese Slang series. Hope you are doing well. Please continue to do your part by staying home to break the chain and flatten the curve otherwise we will need - [My Experience with 5D Diamond Embroidery (Diamond Painting)](https://irenelaw.com/my-experience-with-5d-diamond-embroidery/) - I’ve been wanting to post about this since 2018 and guess what?!?! I've totally forgotten about publishing hahaha… If you have noticed back in 2018(doubt you even remember or have seen it, it’s 2020 now!), I’ve been making quite a few 5D diamond embroideries and shared it on my social media accounts(Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter). - [2nd Extension to Malaysia Movement Control Order (New Date: 28 April)](https://irenelaw.com/3rd-extension-to-malaysia-movement-control-order-new-date-28-april/) - Today, day 24 of Malaysia Movement Control Order, we're being informed that it will be extended for another 2 weeks, until 28 April. Well... It's not surprising. It has to be done. We have no choice at all, if it's not extended, whatever sacrifices we did few weeks ago will be wasted. Whatever it is, - [First Outing After Almost 3 Weeks Staying Home but It's only Day 10 of MCO](https://irenelaw.com/first-outing-after-almost-3-weeks-staying-home-but-its-only-day-10-of-mco/) - Finally... Yesterday, I had to go out to get essentials as things were running low. My first time wearing a mask... Don't like it! View this post on Instagram First outing after staying home for 3 weeks plus 😅 today is #day10 of #movementcontrolorder and I need to get essentials because stock is running low. - [Extension of Malaysia Restricted Movement Order 18 March-14 April 2020](https://irenelaw.com/extension-of-malaysia-restricted-movement-order-18-march-14-april-2020/) - Just few days after I wrote about Malaysia Restricted Movement Order that was supposed to be from 18-31 March 2020, today, day 8, we're told that it will be extended until 14 April 2020. Not surprising really... Expected it already. That's because there are too many balik kampung crowd and also there are still some - [My Take on Malaysia Restricted Movement Order 18-31 March 2020](https://irenelaw.com/my-take-on-malaysia-restricted-movement-order-18-31-march-2020/) - Today is the 5th day, I'm just doing this post in this blog to keep it as a record of my feeling on this Restricted Movement Order. Covid-19 is putting the whole world in a chaos. It wasn't much of a problem for the rest of the world aside from China in the beginning and - [Sarawak Chinese Slang Season 2 is Up!](https://irenelaw.com/sarawak-chinese-slang-season-2-is-up/) - It's been awhile. Finally I got the second season of Sarawak Chinese Slang series up! Was procrastinating to do it until I realized I'm running out of things to vlog. There will be another 16 slang to share with you. Was thinking of doing it in a different way but I don't have the resources - [Unbox & Try One Leaf Limited Edition Beauty Fresh Mask from China](https://irenelaw.com/unbox-try-one-leaf-limited-edition-beauty-fresh-mask-from-china/) - If you've been a fan of Chinese reality show, One Leaf facial mask will definitely be no stranger to you. They've been big sponsors for those shows. I was given the mask by a friend from Beijing who came for visit last year. I finally opened it up and used it. It's surprising good! The - [How to Prepare Hai Di Lao Self-Heating Hot Pot (海底撈懶人自煮自熱小火鍋 )? Only Need Water!](https://irenelaw.com/how-to-prepare-hai-di-lao-self-heating-hot-pot-海底撈懶人自煮自熱小火鍋-only-need-water/) - Have you ever try self-heating hot pot? It's been around for few years, finally I got to try it out myself. Pretty interesting. The first one I bought was spicy beef tripe flavour. Not bad, I really like the tofu strips, beef tripe, and the spicy hot pot base. The crackers is quite nice too - [How to Make Easy Seaweed Snack](https://irenelaw.com/how-to-make-easy-seaweed-snack/) - Here's the old post of the recipe for Seaweed Twist back in 2006 :P Yes, 2006! Not 2016. Now I have the video for it ;) Very easy to make, have fun trying. You can call it Seaweed Crunch or Seaweed Crisps or Seaweed Twist or whatever you like, it refers to the same thing. - [Happy Valentine's Day 2020](https://irenelaw.com/happy-valentines-day-2020/) - So... How's your day so far? Just another day for me. Have been trying to catch up with making new posts and still wonder what to do this year. *SHRUG* I don't know what to do... Anyway, wishing you a Happy Valentine's Day with your loved ones. View this post on Instagram 💕 Enjoy your - [Happy Chinese New Year 2020](https://irenelaw.com/happy-chinese-new-year-2020/) - It's the Year of the Mouse! How time flies... Wishing you a very Happy Chinese New Year and may you be blessed with great health and prosperity. Here's my very first video on YouTube that is Chinese New Year related hahaha... This mini popiah is what I've been making every year. I used to use - [[Vlog] Follow-up Review of Candy Magic Mini Straightener](https://irenelaw.com/vlog-follow-up-review-of-candy-magic-mini-straightener/) - Decided to make a follow-up video of this video on Candy Magic Mini Straightener that I bought last year because I didn't test it fully on my hair, just a small chunk. In this follow-up video, I tested it fully on my hair, the whole head of hair. Check out how effective and easy it - [[Vlog] Ep. 15: Candy Magic Mini Hair Straightener Powered by Power Bank Below RM60 (Unbox & Try)](https://irenelaw.com/vlog-ep-15-candy-magic-mini-hair-straightener-powered-by-power-bank-below-rm60-unbox-try/) - Was so tempted to get the Candy Magic Mini Hair Straightener when I came across it in Althea. I bought it and here's the unbox and first impression video that I've done. Great for quick fix or small amount of hair. Very suitable for those with short hair. Please don't be turn off by my - [How to Make Easy 3 Ingredients Corn Soup - Canned Corn Kernels, Eggs, Minced Meat](https://irenelaw.com/how-to-make-easy-3-ingredients-corn-soup-canned-corn-kernels-eggs-minced-meat/) - In case you are are too lazy or just want something quick and easy, you can consider making this corn soup. Ingredients: 1 Can corn kernels 3 Eggs (you decide on how much egg you want) 200gm Minced meat (you decide on how much meat you want, any meat you want, I used pork mince) - [Manhole Covers in Kansai Region](https://irenelaw.com/manhole-covers-in-kansai-region/) - The manhole covers in Japan is always very fascinating. it's not just manhole covers but it's art! They have different designs for different places. Estimated, there are about 6000 designs all over Japan. I managed to took photos of some when I was at Kansai region in August 2019. I got Osaka, Ikeda, Wakayama, Kobe, - [Day 8: Goodbye Osaka (How much I spent?)](https://irenelaw.com/day-8-goodbye-osaka-how-much-i-spent/) - If you are wondering how much I spent for this trip to Osaka in Summer 2019, here's the video that summarize my expenditure. By the way, I wasn't a budget or luxury trip. It's pretty much in between. Hence, if you are on a budget, I'm sure you can spend less than I spent. Hope - [Day 7: Must Eat Kobe Beef When In Kobe | Kobe Beef at Akanoren](https://irenelaw.com/day-7-must-eat-kobe-beef-when-in-kobe/) - Last year, I did go to Kobe but we didn't eat any Kobe beef. This time around, it is a must to eat it!! There are many Kobe beef eateries around, very easy to find. Don't worry about them charging high price for it if it is located in the tourist attractions, there shouldn't be - [Day 6: Half Day at Fushimi Inari Taisha, Kyoto](https://irenelaw.com/day-6-half-day-at-fushimi-inari-taisha-kyoto/) - After Nara, we went to Fushimi Inari Taisha (68 Fukakusa Yabunouchicho, Fushimi Ward, Kyoto, 612-0882, Japan). If you are in Kyoto, if you don't go to Fushimi Inari Taisha, your trip will likely be not complete ;p This is the head shrine of the kami Inari, located in Fushimi-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto Prefecture, Japan I'm sure - [Day 6: Half Day in Nara, Up-close with Deer at Nara Deer Park](https://irenelaw.com/day-6-half-day-in-nara-up-close-with-deer-at-nara-deer-park/) - If you visit Nara, you must visit Nara Deer Park otherwise your trip to Nara doesn't count. *LOL* If you plan to just spend half day in Nara, this is the easiest attraction to locate and access. Nara Park is a five minute walk from Kintetsu Nara Station, this is the best way to get - [Happy 2020](https://irenelaw.com/happy-2020/) - So... This is the second day of the new month, new year, and new decade. Everyone was posting about their resolutions and reflections yesterday. Me? Hahah... Nothing much... Still same old, same old, nothing much change. Quiet and peaceful life with beloved family and friends is good enough. Wish you have a blessed new year. - [Unbox Starbucks Malaysia Planner 2015-2020 | Kuching's Last Starbucks Planner 2020 Siren Edition](https://irenelaw.com/unbox-starbucks-malaysia-planner-2015-2020-kuchings-last-starbucks-planner-2020-siren-edition/) - Before we welcome 2020, how many of you had redeemed your Starbucks planner? I was fortunate enough to get the limited edition of Starbucks Malaysia 2020 Planner, the Siren Edition. I was told that what I'm having is the last one in not just Kuching but Sarawak! WOW! What an honour to have it. I - [How to Make Japanese Hot Cake with Nagatanien The New Otani Hot Cake Mix](https://irenelaw.com/the-new-otani-hotcake-mix/) - Merry Christmas!! We are approaching 2020 soon!! Want to share this video with you in case you are looking for videos on how to use Nagatanien The New Otani Hot Cake Mix: I bought this from my previous Osaka trip. This video took me hours to film. I hope this is what you are looking - [Orgga - Natural Skincare that Works Review | It Feels Like You're Transported to a Spa](https://irenelaw.com/orgga-natural-skincare-that-works-review-it-feels-like-youre-transported-to-a-spa/) - When I received Orgga in my mail, I was so excited to try it because it's a Malaysian skincare product founded by Zaza. It uses quality natural and organic ingredients to deliver nature's goodness to your skin without the high price tag that you will usually get with such products. It's also cruelty-free, plant based, - [How to Make Bounty Cookies with Bounty Cookie Mix](https://irenelaw.com/how-to-make-bounty-cookies-with-bounty-cookie-mix/) - I kept thinking I did post about how to bake with Bounty Cookie Mix, apparently I didn't... I only posted it in on Instagram a year ago hahaha... This year, I decided to do a proper one on Youtube. Here you go... Here's the instructions for it which you can also find at the back - [Ayam Brandâ„¢ Community Care Campaign 2019: Get Healthy Malaysia, Start Now (Sarawak)](https://irenelaw.com/ayam-brand-community-care-campaign-2019-get-healthy-malaysia-start-now-sarawak/) - After the successful Ayam Brandâ„¢ Community Care Campaign in 2018, they are now back with new theme, Get Healthy Malaysia, Start Now, that aims to empower children from 10 states in Malaysia with information to identify healthier food choices and equip them with skills to prepare their own Malaysian Healthy Plate meal. The program is - [Day 5: A Half Day Trip to Otsu Nagisa Lakeside Park, Shiga](https://irenelaw.com/day-5-a-half-day-trip-to-shiga/) - Our trip was to set foot on each prefecture of Kansai. When we came across Shiga, it was hard to make decision because there isn't anything nearby with easy access. Almost all you need to take different mode of transport and travel time can be long. Since we only have one day, we decided to - [Day 3: A Visit to Cupnoodles Museum Osaka Ikeda](https://irenelaw.com/day-3-cupnoodles-museum-osaka-ikeda-shopping-at-don-quijote-instant-noodle-day/) - Cupnoodles Museum Osaka Ikeda (8-25 Masumicho, Ikeda, Osaka 563-0041, Japan) is a fun place for children and adults to visit when you are in Osaka. Not only you can learn about the history of instant noodles and Cup Noodles, you will also get to learn about the founder, Momofuku Ando. The museum is not hard - [Day 4: Quick Visit to Wakayama Castle from Osaka](https://irenelaw.com/quick-visit-to-wakayama-castle-from-osaka/) - One of the Kansai prefecture is Wakayama. It's quite easy to get there but does require a fair bit of time to reach there. You need to allocate at least 2 hours to be safe if you are using the public transport especially with the train as you need to take consideration of walking time - [Day 1: KCH-KUL-KIX | Reload Kansai One Pass, Set Up a Futon](https://irenelaw.com/day-2/) - Day 1 of my Osaka summer holiday that happened in August. My first time trying to do a travel series on my own. One-man show... Gosh... It's overwhelming! I had to take care of my luggage, find my way(luckily I have someone to help on this part), film myself, be aware of my surrounding, handling - [How to Find Mamee Monster Ghost Pepper Mystery Packet & Taste Test](https://irenelaw.com/how-to-find-mamee-monster-ghost-pepper-mystery-packet-taste-test/) - If you are wondering how to find the mystery Mamee, here's a video I did for you ;) Taste wise... If you cannot tolerate this spiciness, do not try those very spicy instant noodle, they will be too much for you. To me, this is not too bad, I can accept this level of spiciness - [How to Eat Kushikatsu (aka Kushiage) the Right Way](https://irenelaw.com/how-to-eat-kushikatsu-aka-kushiage-the-right-way/) - When you go to Osaka and you are in Shinsekai, you will definitely find many Kushikatsu or Kushiage eateries around. The one we went was Kushikatsu Itiban 壱番 新世界本店(Japan, 〒556-0002 Osaka, Naniwa Ward, Ebisuhigashi, 2 Chome−6−1 パインフィールドビル). As you can see from the photo, Lawson is just next to it. It closes at 11pm. I'm - [Skip the Queue with Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan E-ticket | Day 2: Kansai Prefecture Tripping Series](https://irenelaw.com/skip-the-queue-with-osaka-aquarium-kaiyukan-e-ticket-day-2-kansai-prefecture-tripping-series/) - Did you know that Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan is the largest aquarium in the world? When you are in Osaka, you can visit the aquarium. I went there in my August Osaka trip. Great place to go especially if you are bringing children. Even adults and the elderly will find it interesting too. During the summer - [[Vlog] Ep. 11: New External Microphone, SD Card - Fixed External Microphone Issue on Huawei Nova 2 Lite](https://irenelaw.com/vlog-ep-11-new-external-microphone-sd-card-fixed-external-microphone-issue-on-huawei-nova-2-lite/) - While people are busy announcing about the future of Huawei's devices such as new OS, no more conventional SD card, I'm still stuck here telling you how to fix the external microphone problem and inserting a new SD card into it 😂 Here's the links where you can purchase them: HUACAM YYPJ-01-1 3.5mm Hands Free - [Althea Bare Essentials, K-Beauty Simplified Skincare Routine, No Need 10-Step](https://irenelaw.com/althea-bare-essentials-k-beauty-simplified-skincare-routine-no-need-10-step/) - I'm sure you have heard of K-beauty 10-step skincare routine. What if I tell you that you can get it done in just 3 steps? I tried the 10-step routine once, oh dear me... I caaaaannot... Too time consuming and too much products needed and my skin wasn't even absorbing after the 3rd or 4th - [Sarawak Chinese Slang Season 1 Finale & New Japan Travel Series](https://irenelaw.com/sarawak-chinese-slang-season-1-finale-new-japan-travel-series/) - Here's the last episode of the series. I'm not sure when Season 2 will come. Anyway, I hope you enjoyed it. If you would like to watch the previous episodes, here's the link to the playlist called [Sarawak Chinese Slang], hope that you managed to learn some Sarawak Chinese Slang. Here's my new travel series, - [Lah(S1/Pt15), Meh(S1/Pt16) – Sarawak Chinese Slang](https://irenelaw.com/lahs1pt15-mehs1pt16-sarawak-chinese-slang/) - There... That's the end of the 16 Sarawak Chinese Slang. However, there's one last one to go which I summarized everything. It's already up on my Youtube Channel (https://bit.ly/lovebellbelle), do hop over to watch it if you can't wait. Have a wonderful Monday! - [[Vlog] Ep 19: Osaka 8D7N Summer 2019 | New Series Coming](https://irenelaw.com/vlog-ep-19-osaka-8d7n-summer-2019-new-series-coming/) - Some of you might have noticed that I was away for awhile in August. I went to Osaka again!! Truth to be told, I was quite reluctant to go but thinking that I still have the Japanese Yen which I didn't spend last year, still have the transport card with some money in it, might - [[Vlog] Where to Shop and What to Buy In Osaka, Japan](https://irenelaw.com/vlog-where-to-shop-and-what-to-buy-in-osaka-japan/) - CORRECTION: 1. Daiso Malaysia is selling RM5.90 per item, not RM5.60. Obviously I haven't shop there for ages :P 2. Typo... Should be "Lindt" not "Lintd" (hahaha...) Before I start my first part of my new series, Kansai Prefecture Tripping, I'm going to share my Osaka haul in August. What you see here are what - [Jialat(S1/Pt13), Sibeh(S1/Pt14) – Sarawak Chinese Slang](https://irenelaw.com/jialats1pt13-sibehs1pt14-sarawak-chinese-slang/) - Sibeh jialat... How time flies... it's already Part 13 and 14... The series is almost ending very soon... September is ending soon too... Hmm... Just realized I didn't post anything about my birthday this year that happened on 4th September ;p Anyway, nothing much really. Just another day for me. I'm currently trying to work - [[Vlog] Ep. 13: Trying Out Claire's Magnetic Earrings | Sarawak Chinese Slang Series(Bojio, Walau) is Up too!](https://irenelaw.com/vlog-ep-13-trying-out-claires-magnetic-earrings-sarawak-chinese-slang-series-is-up-too/) - Got a magnetic earrings from Claire's when I went to York Designer Outlet. Tried it out and I would say that it's not practical to wear it and go about with your daily life because it can fall off very easily. Here's the first and second episode of my new series on YouTube: Here's my - [Kangtau(S1/Pt3), Sui(S1/Pt4) - Sarawak Chinese Slang](https://irenelaw.com/kangtaus1pt3-suis1pt4-sarawak-chinese-slang/) - There you go... Part 3 and Part 4 of my Sarawak Chinese Slang series on my Youtube Channel at https://bit.ly/lovebellbelle More episodes to come... Thanks for the support. - [Ho Liao(S1/Pt5), Ngaiti(S1/Pt6) – Sarawak Chinese Slang](https://irenelaw.com/ho-liaos1pt5-ngaitis1pt6-sarawak-chinese-slang/) - Part 5 and Part 6 of my Sarawak Chinese Slang series on my Youtube Channel at https://bit.ly/lovebellbelle. Please feel free to subscribe to my channel :) - [Waseh(S1/Pt9), Kanasai(S1/Pt10) – Sarawak Chinese Slang](https://irenelaw.com/wasehs1pt9-kanasais1pt10-sarawak-chinese-slang/) - How time flies?!!? We're half way through before this season ends. Check out the rest of the video in my YouTube channel (https://bit.ly/lovebellbelle) and please subscribe if you don't know mind. It means a lot to me :) Hope I can reach at least 100 subscribers before the year ends. - [Haolian(S1/Pt7), Cincai(S1/Pt8) – Sarawak Chinese Slang](https://irenelaw.com/haolians1pt7-cincais1pt8-sarawak-chinese-slang/) - Can't believe it's August now! How time flies... We are heading to the end of the year in no time! I've done 8 episodes of Sarawak Chinese Slang series on Youtube. I'm publishing it one episode per week, every Saturday, 3pm. Check out the earlier episodes if you did not get to catch them at - [Ocipala(S1/Pt11), Paiseh(S1/Pt12) – Sarawak Chinese Slang](https://irenelaw.com/ocipalas1pt11-paisehs1pt12-sarawak-chinese-slang/) - Finally back form my Japan trip. If you don't know yet, I went for an 8 days trip to Osaka last month. Here's two more episodes of my Sarawak Chinese Slang series on Youtube. Check out the rest of the video in my YouTube channel (https://bit.ly/lovebellbelle). The series is ending really soon! New one will - [Serian Scout Run 2.0 by Serian Scout Council](https://irenelaw.com/serian-scout-run-2-0-by-serian-scout-council/) - If you can't get enough of run, here's another run you can join. The Serian Scout Run 2.0 will be happening on 16 November 2019(Saturday) at Serian Sports Complex. Do register now!! Registration closing on 30 September 2019. It's an event organizes by Serian Scout Council with Sarawak Scout Association and Serian Education District cooperation. - [Go to Sleep with Club Cosme Suppin Powder](https://irenelaw.com/go-to-sleep-with-club-cosme-suppin-powder/) - People have been raving about Club Cosme Suppin Powder for years. I saw it in Taiwan in 2017, almost bought it. Then, in 2018, saw it in Japan again, so decided to get it. It is said that you can wear it to sleep, no need makeup remover, just wash your face as you usually - [It's Not Just About Jamaica Blue Signature Blend & Blue Mountain Coffees Only](https://irenelaw.com/its-not-just-about-jamaica-blue-signature-blend-blue-mountain-coffees-only/) - Did you know that Jamaica Blue Coffee has opened its door at CityONE Megamall, Kuching? Jamaica Blue is not just about Jamaica Blue Signature Blend & Blue Mountain Coffees Only. If you are not into coffee or can't take coffee just like me, there's many non-caffeinated drinks available in the menu, not to forget a - [[Vlog] 6D5N Penang - Ipoh - Cameron Highlands Road Trip (July 2019)](https://irenelaw.com/6d5n-penang-ipoh-cameron-highlands-road-trip-july-2019/) - [Day 1 - Thursday, 25th July 2019] Kuching to Penang with Air Asia AK5437, departed at around 22:30. Did you know that Air Asia has direct flight to and fro Kuching from Penang? It's been around for ages but many didn't know about it. 14 flights a week! Check in G Suites at Mansion One - [Try Something Different at Nando's #CubaStyleBaru](https://irenelaw.com/try-something-different-at-nandos-cubastylebaru/) - Nando's is famous for their PERi-PERi chicken. Every single time when I'm there, I would order PERi-PERi chicken with sides. I don't think I ever order anything else. I guess that's what most people would do too. This time, I'm going to share with you the various styles of how PERi-PERi chicken can be served - [Pobling Mini Ion Applicator Improves Skincare Products Absorption](https://irenelaw.com/pobling-mini-ion-applicator/) - It's been awhile not sharing anything about beauty. Going to share this Pobling Mini Ion Applicator with you this time. It's a must now for me whenever after my mask sheet session. I bought this last year end and didn't get into blogging about it until now. I've been using it for over 8 months - [Prreti: Perfect Clean Cleansing Tissues, Cheap and Good](https://irenelaw.com/prreti-perfect-clean-cleansing-tissues/) - I've been using Prreti: Perfect Clean Cleansing Tissues for almost a year! Restock it thrice. My travel must-have for removing makeup at the end of the day. The best thing is that it's only RM6 for 30 pieces!! It does not irritate my skin and remove all the makeup on my face including eye and - [[Vlog] Ep 17: 5 Tips to Survive Kuching Festival](https://irenelaw.com/vlog-ep-17-5-tips-to-survive-kuching-festival/) - This year, you can use SarawakPay but for those who don't like or have no SarawakPay e-wallet, cash is the way to go. Kuching Festival 2019 is from 24 Jul to 18 Aug 2019. You can still go now!! Kuching Festival is an annual event in Kuching, Sarawak, Malaysia. It's usually held between the last - [[Vlog] Ep. 16: How to Plant Ryegrass with Mr. Fothergill's Australian Animals Grass Hair Kit](https://irenelaw.com/vlog-ep-16-how-to-plant-ryegrass-with-mr-fothergills-australian-animals-grass-hair-kit/) - I tried planting grass from a grass hair kit I received almost 2 years ago from my ex-boss. Not sure whether it will grow because it's been so long already. Check out the video to see whether it grows or not... Please subscribe to my YouTube channel at https://bit.ly/lovebellbelle Thanks in advance ;) - [Layover at Plaza Premium Lounge Gateway@KLIA2](https://irenelaw.com/plaza-premium-lounge-gatewayklia2/) - After we had our kaiten sushi at the Kansai International Airport, we boarded out flight back to Kuala Lumpur. Since we arrived at almost midnight, we decided to stay a night to get a good rest and freshen up before our next leg of flight back to Kuching in 12 hours. We took the 12-hour - [Eaten My First Kaiten Sushi at Nigirino Tokube, Kansai International Airport, Terminal 1, 2F](https://irenelaw.com/eaten-my-first-kaiten-sushi-at-nigirino-tokube-kansai-international-airport-terminal-1-2f/) - This is my last post about my trip to Osaka in summer 2018. Guess what?!?! Heading there again in August ;p Finally... Took me almost a year to finish this post. Throughout the 6 days in Osaka, I didn't eat any sushi. My first kaiten sushi in Japan was at Nigirino Tokube, Kansai International Airport, - [Shinsekai, Osaka | Osaka Ebisu Hotel Surrounding Overview](https://irenelaw.com/shinsekai-osaka/) - I went to Osaka last year in August. It was summer. Only start posting about it now!! Hahaha... Packing was easy, was traveled rather light. Just bring whatever you wear in Malaysia is good enough. The first two nights, we stayed at Shinsekai area. Very near the Tsutenkaku Tower, Spa World Osaka, Shinsekai market and - [What to Eat at Takashimaya Osaka?](https://irenelaw.com/what-to-eat-at-takashimaya-osaka/) - Just going to share the two eateries that we've been to when we were in Takashimaya Osaka. You can consider going there as it was the locals who brought us there. These are the street views around the area. Kamameshi Hanakoume is located on 8F is where you can get various selections of donburi. Those - [Went to Kobe, Didn't Eat Kobe Beef but Found a Chinatown - Nankin-machi](https://irenelaw.com/went-to-kobe-didnt-eat-kobe-beef-but-found-a-chinatown/) - We went to Kobe. It wasn't planned, it was decided the night before hahaha... That's how free and easy we were. No plan prior to traveling. Just bought flight ticket and booked hotel. We only decided where to go on the night before or the day itself. To Kobe we went... We took the train - [[Vlog ]Ep. 14: Surprised with the Fast Delivery! | Althea Haul (June 2019) Unbox](https://irenelaw.com/vlog-ep-14-surprised-with-the-fast-delivery-althea-haul-june-2019-unbox/) - Did an Althea spree earlier this month. Was shocked that it arrived in such a short time. Here's my unboxing video. Here's the list of items I've bought (all prices are correct at the time of purchase): 1. Prreti Perfect Clean Cleansing Tissues (30ea) - RM5 2. The Face Shop JeJu Volcanic Lava Peel-Off Clay - [Shop All You Want at Shinsaibashi & Dotonburi, Osaka](https://irenelaw.com/shinsaibashi-dotonburi-osaka/) - Back again to my Osaka trip post. Wonder how long it will take for me to finish hahaha... It's almost summer and this happened last summer *LOL* Well.. I guess if you are in Osaka, Shinsaibashi and Dotonburi are places you will definitely visit. In fact, just stop at Shinsaibashi or Dotonburi station when you - [Medi Heally Eye on Pack | Home Spa for the Tired Eyes](https://irenelaw.com/medi-heally-eye-on-pack-home-spa-for-the-tired-eyes/) - If you use your eyes a lot for computer screen or mobile devices, your eyes can feel tired and the area surrounding it will feel tense. We shouldn't be looking at the screens for too long but sometimes we just cannot avoid it. I found Medi Heally Eye on Pack awesome! I could feel my - [My Orders from Photobook](https://irenelaw.com/my-orders-from-photobook/) - I'm sure Photobook is no stranger to people these days. You see the advertisements everywhere online. I have so many photos that are still in my hard disk that are not printed yet. I decided to try this website out when they have some promotions going around. I ordered its 4R prints and also 8"x6" - [[Vlog] Ep. 12: New Series Coming | Sarawak Chinese Slang](https://irenelaw.com/vlog-ep-12-new-series-coming-sarawak-chinese-slang/) - I'm in the process of coming out with a new series for my YouTube channel ;) Please subscribe to my channel at Lovebellbelle so that you can be updated with the new episode of the series :) - [A Day Trip to Arashiyama, Kyoto, My first Cold Soba in Japan!](https://irenelaw.com/arashiyama-kyoto/) - Back to Osaka trip post. We went to Arashiyama at Kyoto for a day trip. We took the train of course. The views from the train ride. Wikipedia: Arashiyama is a district on the western outskirts of Kyoto, Japan. It also refers to the mountain across the ÅŒi River, which forms a backdrop to the - [Shabu Shabu On-Yasai (しゃぶしゃぶ温野菜) | My First Shabu Shabu in Japan](https://irenelaw.com/shabu-shabu-on-yasai-しゃぶしゃぶ温野菜/) - If not for our friends in Osaka, I don't think we will even have much courage to try out the local eateries LOL! We are not that adventurous ;p I love shabu shabu. When our friends in Osaka invited us for dinner with them, it was sure one exciting experience. One thing is that you - [Hotel WBF Kitasemba East, Osaka | Served Us Free Ramen!!](https://irenelaw.com/hotel-wbf-kitasemba-east-osaka/) - If you are wondering where to stay in Osaka, you can check out Hotel WBF Kitasemba East(2-6-8 Awajimachi, Chuo, Umeda, Osaka, Japan, 541-0047). I won't say it is a cheap place to stay(price range between RM250-RM350 in general based on various OTAs listing), just happened that we stayed there when they just opened for business(summer - [[Vlog] Ep. 10: How to Upload Photo from Computer to Instagram (Google Chrome)](https://irenelaw.com/vlog-ep-10-how-to-upload-photo-from-computer-to-instagram-google-chrome/) - My SD card was corrupted few weeks back and all my photos are gone but good thing I have a backup in my computer. So, I was wondering how I can upload photo from my computer to my Instagram without using a mobile device. I did a search on the Net and found out that - [How to Identify Illicit Booze in Malaysia?](https://irenelaw.com/how-to-identify-illicit-booze-in-malaysia/) - Admit it! Many people like to drink whether to socialise or relax or just enjoy the craft of brewing be it beer, wine, stout, champagne, and more. However, do you ever wonder whether what you are drinking is genuine? If you want to enjoy good brew and appreciate the art of brewing, illicit booze certainly - [Sungkei Ria Ramadhan Buffet @ Riverside Majestic Hotel Puteri Wing, Kuching](https://irenelaw.com/sungkei-ria-ramadhan-buffet-riverside-majestic-hotel-puteri-wing-kuching/) - How time flies... Soon... Ramadhan will be over. Have you tried Sungkei Ria Ramadhan Buffet at Riverside Majestic Hotel Puteri Wing, Kuching? If you are still trying to figure out where to have your fast breaking, you can try this out. It's priced at RM85 per adult. If you purchase from Insiders Club mobile application - [Seri Sarawak Macam2 Ada Ramadhan Buffet @ Grand Margherita Hotel, Kuching](https://irenelaw.com/seri-sarawak-macam2-ada-ramadhan-buffet-grand-margherita-hotel-kuching/) - It's that time of the year again... This time around, I'm going to share the one from Grand Margherita Hotel, Kuching, with you. It's the famous Seri Sarawak Macam2 Ada Ramadhan Buffet. It's at its poolside. Not too big, not too small, the size is just nice. The buffet starts 6.30pm and ends at 10pm - [Bloom like A'bloom @ Althea & [Vlog] Ep. 9: What's Inside? - A'bloom Unbox & Overview](https://irenelaw.com/bloom-like-abloom-althea-vlog-ep-9-whats-inside-abloom-unbox-overview/) - It was such an exciting news that Althea was going to introduce its new range of products in April!! Was waiting for it for sooo long and finally they revealed it! Being one of the Angels, I was fortunate enough to be sent with a box of cute and awesome products called A'bloom!!! Here's my - [[Vlog] Ep. 8: Vloggers' Worst Nightmare | Uncut, No Filter, Failed Vlog](https://irenelaw.com/vlog-ep-8-vloggers-worst-nightmare-uncut-no-filter-failed-vlog/) - The worst nightmare of a vlogger hit me last weekend! -.-" My SD Card in my phone died on me after I spent over two hours recording footage for a new range of beauty products from Althea called A'Bloom(by the way, do check the products out with my referral link https://share-my.althea.kr/x/pNUIYA , if you are - [[Vlog] Ep. 7: Where To? - Spring 2019 UK Road Trip](https://irenelaw.com/vlog-ep-7-where-to-spring-2019-uk-road-trip/) - WOW! The 7th episode is up! This vlog concludes the trip I made in March to the UK. By the way, if you would like to know about the opening time of High Commission of Malaysia, London, you can go to 3:39 to see it. It's the longest vlog to date hehehe... Just recording myself - [[Vlog] Ep. 6: Where to? - Newcastle to Kuching (Warning: Bad English Ahead!)](https://irenelaw.com/ep-6-where-to-newcastle-to-kuching-warning-bad-english-ahead/) - There were requests for me to talk about my 18-hour transit in Kuala Lumpur on 2nd April 2019. It was supposed to be a 4-hour transit. Flight by Malaysia Airlines was delayed and cancelled at the final leg of our flight. We were so near yet so far to home. Prior to that, we're on - [The Picture House, Liverpool](https://irenelaw.com/the-picture-house-liverpool/) - Ok... Let's get back to my UK's trip post. We went to Liverpool and stayed at The Picture House (322 Scotland Rd, Liverpool L5 5AE, UK). Since we went there over the weekend, it's quite quiet at this area. We rented a car to Liverpool and this accommodation has free parking for guests but very - [Rainbow Hotel, Ximending, Taipei](https://irenelaw.com/rainbow-hotel-ximending-taipei/) - Rainbow Hotel (No.36, Han Chung St., Ximending, Taipei, Taiwan, 10842) is the third hotel we stayed in Taiwan. We spent 2 nights in Taipei. I booked a room for 5 pax. It's located in a very strategic and convenient place, nn the middle of Ximending and the nearest MRT is only 280m. The room is - [ID.AZ Face Fit CU-V Tensioning Sleep Mask](https://irenelaw.com/id-az-face-fit-cu-v-tensioning-sleep-mask/) - Do you notice that your face is more square compare to 5 to 10 years ago? That's because your skin especially the two sides of your face is sagging, it can no longer fight the gravity, you are losing collagen too. All these cannot be avoided by us unless you have the money and the - [Selera Aneka Rasa Ramadan Buffet @ UCSI Hotel Kuching](https://irenelaw.com/selera-aneka-rasa-ramadan-buffet-ucsi-hotel-kuching/) - It's been quite a long time did not get invite to Ramadan buffet preview. Was fortunate enough to be invited by UCSI Hotel Kuching for it last weekend. It's my first time trying out their Ramadan buffet. The Ramadan buffet at the hotel will be located at The Quad Restaurant which can accommodate 150 diners - [[Vlog] Ep. 3: Where To? - Kuching to Newcastle](https://irenelaw.com/vlog-ep-3-where-to-kuching-to-newcastle/) - Third episode is up! My first attempt in documenting my journey from Kuching to Newcastle. Not very satisfied with this video, I looked rather horrible too hahaha... Did the introduction and ending right after I woke up hahah... Brain wasn't functioning too well. No tripod for this video :P Such a long journey from Kuching - [[Vlog] Ep. 4: What's Inside? - H&M UK Online Purchase](https://irenelaw.com/ep-4-whats-inside-hm-uk-online-purchase/) - Since I'll be in the UK for a bit longer this time around and do not have the luxury of time to go shopping around this time, I decided to hop on the online purchase bandwagon here because it's very convenient. Tried H&M UK for its online purchase since we get free shipping when we - [[Vlog] Ep. 5: What's Inside? - Dorothy Perkins UK Online Purchase](https://irenelaw.com/vlog-ep-5-whats-inside-dorothy-perkins-uk-online-purchase/) - Did another online purchase. This time from Dorothy Perkins. No free delivery this time around because my purchase was less than £50, only £27. So we collected it in-store from Outfit. Not sure when will my next video come. This is going to be the last video for March. New vlog might come likely 2 - [Systema Toothpaste, Toothbrush, & Free Gum Health Check](https://irenelaw.com/systema-toothpaste-toothbrush-free-gum-health-check/) - I'm very particular when it comes to toothpaste and toothbrush. You know how after you use some toothpaste and/or toothbrush of some brands, you didn't even feel you had cleaned your teeth, it still felt like a layer of plaque around gum margins. You will need the right toothpaste with the right toothbrush to ensure - [Portable 4G WiFi for Taiwan and Japan (Airport Pickup)](https://irenelaw.com/portable-4g-wifi-for-taiwan-and-japan-airport-pickup/) - Before I start my Japan travel blog posts, I'm going to share this 4G WiFi I used when I go to Taiwan and Japan last year. I bought them from Klook. I opted to collect them at the airport since I'm living in Kuching, there is no way I can go to the respective offices - [Convenience Stores in Japan](https://irenelaw.com/convenience-stores-in-japan/) - When it comes to Japan, the first thing that will come to my mind is its convenience stores. It is extremely convenient! You can find it everywhere! You don't even need to worry about not having anything to eat or if you run out of some daily necessities. Not only that, paying bill, withdraw money, - [[Vlog] Ep. 1: Haircut](https://irenelaw.com/vlog-ep-1-haircut/) - TADA! I finally did it! Hahaha... First vlog! It was done in an impromptu manner. I did one last month but it was horrible 😅 still a long way to go... Better start somewhere rather than thinking too much about it. I'm still thinking whether to do it in English or Mandarin. Maybe a mix - [[Vlog] Ep 2: What's Inside?- DK 3888 Mobile Phone & Camera Tripod](https://irenelaw.com/vlog-ep-2-whats-inside-dk-3888-mobile-phone-camera-tripod/) - Woohooo!! I did not expect to come out a second video after one week of releasing the first one. This time, it's a simple(not simple at all, all in all, it took me 12 hours to finalize it) unboxing video of DK 3888 Mobile Phone & Camera Tripod. In case you are curious and would - [It's Huawei Nova 2 Lite This Time!](https://irenelaw.com/its-huawei-nova-2-lite-this-time/) - So... My Microsoft Lumia 535 is finally retiring... I decided to go for Huawei Nova 2 Lite before SST implementation. I bought this phone at around RM600. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Irene Law - Sweet Surrender (@lovebellbelle) on Aug 30, 2018 at 11:25pm PDT I've been trying to hold on - [Althea Makeup Swatches (Concealer, Lip Tint, Eyeshow Palette, Eye Glitter) & Gradient Lips & Peach Blossom Look Tutorial](https://irenelaw.com/althea-makeup-swatches-concealer-lip-tint-eyeshow-pallete-eye-glitter-peach-blossom-look-tutorial/) - So excited to receive a whole box of Althea makeup range just before Chinese New Year. Let's see what's in the box, Click to play the video... View this post on Instagram A post shared by Irene Law - Sweet Surrender (@lovebellbelle) on Feb 1, 2019 at 5:23am PST Here's my reviews of the makeup: - [My Top 10 K-Beauty Products Below RM90.00](https://irenelaw.com/my-top-10-k-beauty-products-below-rm90-00/) - 2018 is ending... I'm very glad and happy to be accepted to be one of the Althea Angels in Malaysia mid of this year. To close the year, I would love to share the K-Beauty products that I've been using in my skincare and beauty routine. Don't worry, my post on my reflections of 2018 - [First Experience with Emirates](https://irenelaw.com/first-experience-with-emirates/) - We flew with Emirates in July 2018 to the UK. From Kuching to Kuala Lumpur with Malaysia Airlines, then from Kuala Lumpur to Dubai to Newcastle with Emirates. It's my first time transiting in Dubai International Airport. We had plenty of time there and we came across ice cream carts!! FREE ice cream with compliments - [G. Bolam Foods, The Full Monty Restaurant](https://irenelaw.com/g-bolam-foods-the-full-monty-restaurant/) - We wanted to stock up some meat and we went to G. Bolam Foods (Sedgefield Industrial Estate, Salters Lane, Sedgefield, County Durham TS21 3EE) for it. Before we shop, we had lunch at its restaurant(The Full Monty Restaurant) for lunch. So many people dined there, really no nonsense at all! Packed! Young and old, people - [Happy Piggy Year 2019!!](https://irenelaw.com/happy-piggy-year-2019/) - Finally!! 5th day of the lunar new year. First post of the year of the Boar of 2019! Hahaha... Wishing you are very prosperous Lunar New Year! Here's my festive greetings video that I did for this year. Instead of photo, I did a video this year. It was supposed to be for a makeup - [Half Day in Sunderland](https://irenelaw.com/half-day-at-sunderland/) - My previous trip to the UK over 5 years ago, I didn't go to Sunderland. I don't think I went as I can't find any record of it in this blog haha... So, it's confirmed that I did not go, this is my first time. It was just a half-day trip for a quick visit. - [Saltburn-by-the-Sea, North Yorkshire](https://irenelaw.com/saltburn-by-the-sea-north-yorkshire/) - Saltburn-by-the-Sea is a seaside town in North Yorkshire, England. We went there specifically to eat fish and chips hahaha... After we parked our car, we noticed there's a garden there called the Saltburn Valley Gardens. A popular place for young and old to enjoy the nature. The paths and tracks are equipped with seats at - [The Blackwell Ox Inn, Carlton in Cleveland](https://irenelaw.com/the-blackwell-ox-inn/) - Haven't talk much about what we've eaten in the UK. Nothing much really, nothing fancy. Mostly we cooked at home. When we were on the road, we would also buy fresh produce so that we can cook in our Airbnb. The Blackwell Ox Inn(Carlton in Cleveland, Stokesley TS9 7DJ, United Kingdom) is one of the - [Maxi's Restaurant, York](https://irenelaw.com/maxis-restaurant-york/) - Before we went to the National Railway Museum, we had our lunch at Maxi's Restaurant (Ings Lane, Nether Poppleton, York, YO26 6RA). They have few branches throughout the North of England. It seems to be a popular place for people to have dim sum here. Even the interior design is so 'Chinese' style, even the - [National Railway Museum, York](https://irenelaw.com/national-railway-museum-york/) - "We're going to the museum, we're going to the museum, we're not scare of museum, we're not scare..." Hahaha... My niece sang this when we told her that we will bring her to the National Railway Museum. The museum is located in York. We spent 2 hours there. I would say 3 hours would be - [The Deep, Hull](https://irenelaw.com/the-deep-hull/) - Back to England. The Deep in Hull is one of the UK's biggest and and best aquariums (this is claimed by the official website itself :P). This is the biggest aquarium I've ever visited. I think I only visited two till date *LOL* One in Langkawi and now this one. Glass corals and 3D screens - [Knowsley Safari Park](https://irenelaw.com/knowsley-safari-park/) - If you are in Liverpool, you can visit Knowsley Safari Park which is 26 minutes away(If you are using a Sat Nav, enter the postcode L34 4AN). It's my first time visiting a safari park. After over 3 decades, I finally visited one!! Hahaha... Sounds so suaku... It's a great place for family trip. How - [IT’S GAME ON FOR YOODO USERS!](https://irenelaw.com/its-game-on-for-yoodo-users/) - Yoodo’s Sponsorship of Malaysia’s First Official PUBG MOBILE National Championship is first of more to come 19 December 2018, KUALA LUMPUR – Yoodo - Malaysia’s first truly customisable digital mobile service just announced that it is the Official Digital Telco for Malaysia’s First Official Player Unknown’s Battlegrounds (PUBG) MOBILE National Championship (PMNC) organised by PUBG - [Snowdonia National Park, Wales](https://irenelaw.com/snowdonia-national-park-wales/) - When we were in UK, we spent 2 days 2 nights at Wales. We did a road trip. The views along the way from England to Wales were quite nice but too bad when we reached Wales, it was already getting dark so I couldn't take any photos of the surrounding. It's surreal looking out - [Maybelline Color Sensational Diamond Shadow](https://irenelaw.com/maybelline-color-sensational-diamond-shadow/) - My usual eye shadow from Kate had ran out and I decided to give Maybelline Color Sensational Diamond Shadow a try. I bought it when it was on sale. Since it's very affordable to me, it was less than RM25 if I recall correctly, original price was almost RM40(roughly about that, it was over half - [Happy 2019 & 2018 Reflections](https://irenelaw.com/happy-2019-2018-reflections/) - All right! It's that time of the year again. I don't think I did a yearly reflections for so many years, I lost track! Looks like this is going to be one long post! Hehehe... I don't think you will read till the end, it will be too long but I don't care... It's my - [Althea Pore Purifying Serum Cleanser & Althea X Titi Kamal Stay Fresh Body Sparkling Mist](https://irenelaw.com/althea-pore-purifying-serum-cleanser-althea-x-titi-kamal-stay-fresh-body-sparkling-mist/) - I received the new cleanser from Althea for review few weeks back. They are really expanding their product range now. You'll see more next year. WOW! Anyway, let's talk about Althea Pore Purifying Serum Cleanser. It's a makeup remover that is suitable for sensitive skin which is mild enough to be used daily. The texture - [Petal Velvet Sunaway & Petal Velvet Powder](https://irenelaw.com/petal-velvet-sunaway-petal-velvet-powder/) - I've been waiting and waiting for so long... Finally I received it from Althea for review. Petal Velvet Sunaway with SPF 50+ PA++++ is the latest addition to Althea Exclusive range of products. You know how I can't live without sunscreen. When I found out about this new product, I was looking forward to it. - [Merry Christmas 2018](https://irenelaw.com/merry-christmas-2018/) - Wishing you a very Merry Christmas!! Few more days to 2019... What and how will the next year be? View this post on Instagram Hehehe... Just can't help it... Merry Christmas again!! 💋 . #selfie #Christmas #seasongreetings #female #instaselfie #MerryChristmas A post shared by Irene Law - Sweet Surrender (@lovebellbelle) on Dec 24, 2018 at - [Rohto Deoball Deoderant 24H](https://irenelaw.com/rohto-deoball-deoderant-24h/) - You know... It can be really embarrassing at times when you have body odour especially from your armpit. Living in such humid country, it is easy to develop unpleasant smell because you sweat so much with air pollutant around as well. Even when you are nervous or angry, you will sweat a lot even in - [A Quick Visit to Liverpool Maritime Mercantile City UNESCO World Heritage Site](https://irenelaw.com/a-quick-visit-to-liverpool-maritime-mercantile-city-unesco-world-heritage-site/) - Before we head to the next destination, we did a quick stop at Liverpool Maritime Mercantile City UNESCO World Heritage Site which is a riverside location in the city centre of Liverpool, England. We all know Liverpool when mention football, this time I had the opportunity to visit Liverpool not for the football though. Source - [First Christmas Instagram Giveaway!!](https://irenelaw.com/first-christmas-instagram-giveaway/) - INSTAGRAM GIVEAWAY!!! Here's the direct link to the giveaway https://www.instagram.com/p/Bq6f9dNhY_2/ 🎄 CHRISTMAS IS NEAR!! 🎄 Santarina is giving lucky followers Korean beauty products. 🤶ELIGIBILITY: Giveaway opens to anyone resides in Malaysia only. 📆DURATION: 3-15 December 2018, 11.59pm(MYT) 📝HOW? 1. Follow @lovebellbelle on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/lovebellbelle ⬇️ 2. Comment "#altheamilkpeel" or "#altheasunaway" in Instagram post https://www.instagram.com/p/Bq6f9dNhY_2/. ⬇️ - [Elizavecca Milky Piggy 24K Gold Snail Cleansing Foam](https://irenelaw.com/elizavecca-milky-piggy-24k-gold-snail-cleansing-foam/) - While I'm away... A post from yours truly ;p I'm not sure when will the next post come... Soooooo busy! I was sourcing for new facial cleanser to try after I ran out of Taiwan Magnolia Facial Cleansing. Instead of going to Watsons or Guardian, I went online to look for it, trying my luck - [It's Skin Power 10 Formula Q10 Effector](https://irenelaw.com/its-skin-power-10-formula-q10-effector/) - Another skincare product from Korea, It's Skin Power 10 Formula Q10 Effector. Was attracted to price and the packaging. Less than RM30(can be purchased from Hermo or Althea), it's quite cheap for 30ml serum in glass bottle with dropper pipette. It claims that this serum is fast acting and can intensely hydrates your skin and - [Real Skin Healthy Vinegar Skin Toner (Red Ginseng)](https://irenelaw.com/real-skin-healthy-vinegar-skin-toner-red-ginseng/) - So... Ran out of toner, decided to source for Korean product in Althea. Happened that it was on offer, so I quickly grab this Real Skin Healthy Vinegar Skin Toner (Red Ginseng). Too many varieties, hard to decide. Ended up I bought red ginseng because the key functions are reduce wrinkles, enhance skin healthy glow, - [Guerisson 9-Complex Cream](https://irenelaw.com/guerisson-9-complex-cream/) - I discovered Guerisson 9-Complex in Althea and Hermo. Was quite shocked to see how much good reviews this product is having. It took me quite awhile to decide to buy it to try. You can get it now from Watsons and Sasa in Malaysia too. I bought this from Althea. You can check out its - [Etude House Lovely Cookie Blusher](https://irenelaw.com/etude-house-lovely-cookie-blusher/) - I'm currently using Etude House Lovely Cookie Blusher. The packaging is so cute. Can easily get it from any Etude House or online from Althea or Hermo. I bought mine from Althea simply because I was running out of blusher and was buying other items on this website which entitled me to get free shipping - [Real Fresh Skin Detoxer Rose and Green Tea](https://irenelaw.com/real-fresh-skin-detoxer-rose-and-green-tea/) - Real Fresh Skin Detoxer Rose and Green Tea is the latest product you can find in Althea which is a collaboration with Korea's top TV program: Get It Beauty! I was given these two tubes to try. I've been using them for more than two weeks as my daily mask and facial cleanser. I did - [Innisfree Green Tea Seed Serum](https://irenelaw.com/innisfree-green-tree-seed-serum/) - I bought Innisfree Green Tea Seed Serum when it was on sale in Hermo. You can also get it in Althea. I decided to buy this after reading it from a friend in Facebook. I'm using it as my daily serum+moisturizer for both day and night. Even though it is serum, it is rich enough - [Officially An Althea Angel](https://irenelaw.com/officially-an-althea-angel/) - This is one long overdue post... For your information, I'm now officially an Althea Angel. Yippie! Thank you Althea for having me in the community. You will get to see selected products from Althea that will be reviewed by me in near future. About three weeks ago, I received the welcome gifts all the way - [Althea Milk Peel Cream Mask](https://irenelaw.com/althea-milk-peel-cream-mask/) - That's really fast of Althea to come out with another product. I've just finished sharing about Sunaway, now they have Milk Peel Cream Mask! I love how the bottle is designed. The pump dispenser is very practical and able to ensure the 'freshness' of the bubble mask preventing it from oxidization which is a common - [A Stroll on Darul Hana Bridge](https://irenelaw.com/a-stroll-on-darul-hana-bridge/) - I know, I know... It's been more than a year since the Golden Bridge aka S Bridge of Kuching with the official name of Darul Hana Bridge or Jambatan Darul Hana is open to public. You no longer need the tambang to go across the Sarawak River. However, I would recommend you to still use - [Remodelled McDonald's Kuching Opening Ceremony](https://irenelaw.com/remodelled-mcdonalds-kuching-opening-ceremony/) - Fun facts: 1. McDonald's Padungan is the first McDonald's restaurant in Sarawak. 2. McDonald's Padungan is the first McDonald's restaurant in Sarawak to incorporate table service feature. 3. Customers can order meals via self-ordering kiosks (SOKs) and they could customize their meals. 11.11.2018 marked the 25th anniversary of McDonald's Padungan. Opening ceremony of the remodelled - [K-Pop Star Jeonghwa's Favourite Skin Detoxer](https://irenelaw.com/k-pop-star-jeonghwas-favourite-skin-detoxer/) - Did you know that K-Pop star Jeonghwa from the group EXID is a fan of Althea x Get it Beauty! REAL FRESH SKIN DETOXER? If you are wondering what to get your loved one this Christmas, why don't you consider getting this. You can now get the Real Fresh Skin Detoxer Set at 10% OFF - [Ayam Brand Healthy KIDS Food Festival 2018 (Sarawak)](https://irenelaw.com/ayam-brand-healthy-kids-food-festival-2018-sarawak/) - How well do you know your food? What is healthy? What is not? I'm sure Ayam Brand is no stranger to all of you. I was at the Ayam Brand Healthy KIDS Food Festival 2018 to witness how the young ones learn about healthy diet by learning about their food and making their own food. - [Five Ways to Pamper Myself in Bali](https://irenelaw.com/five-ways-to-pamper-myself-in-bali/) - I’m sure Bali is no stranger to everyone! Bali is an Indonesian island blessed with forested volcanic mountains, iconic rice paddies, beaches and coral reefs. The island is home to religious sites, the most popular one is Uluwatu Temple. It is also known for its yoga and meditation retreats. Many would go to the city - [Esthe Dew Moist Cleansing Water](https://irenelaw.com/esthe-dew-moist-cleansing-water/) - I've been using cleansing water for years, love it because it's not oily, cleanse pretty well, and no irritation issue. I decided to try another brand of cleansing water from Japan, Esthe Dew Moist Cleansing Water. Why I bought this? 1. It was on offer on Hermo *LOL* 2. 500ml, that is a lot! 3. - [Atelier Mad Hatters Party - WAK2018](https://irenelaw.com/atelier-mad-hatters-party-wak2018/) - I had the opportunity to attend a fashion show last Saturday. It's been a very long time not attending any. Used to catch those at the shopping malls and bridal fairs but no longer doing it for so many years. When I had the opportunity to experience the 2nd Mad Hatters Party which was organized - [Wine Goodness with A Touch of Gold](https://irenelaw.com/a-glass-of-wine-goodness-with-a-touch-of-gold/) - I came to appreciate wine when I lived in South Australia. I would visit wineries with my friends whenever we are free to taste various wines in South Australia. We would pair our wine with cheese, crackers, dried fruits, and so on. Whenever there's gathering, there will be wine. Strangely, no one would get drunk - [Bidayuh Traditional Necklace (Pangiah) Workshop - WAK 2018](https://irenelaw.com/bidayuh-traditional-necklace-pangiah-workshop-wak-2018/) - Was so excited that I managed to sign up for Bidayuh Traditional Necklace (Pangiah) Workshop organized by Pungu' Borneo in conjunction with What About Kuching 2018. I'm always curious on how these traditional necklaces are made. In fact, I ever dream of making my own jewelry/accessories for sell hehehe... However, never get into doing it. - [Biore UV Aqua Rich Watery Essence SPF 50+ PA++++](https://irenelaw.com/biore-uv-aqua-rich-watery-essence-spf-50-pa/) - Here comes another skincare product that I recently used. Biore UV Aqua Rich Watery Essence SPF 50+ PA++++ is one of the latest products by Biore. I redeemed the sample online months ago during their sample giveaway campaign. I brought it along with me on my UK and Japan trip. UK weather was really dry, - [Food Safari @ Padungan - WAK 2018](https://irenelaw.com/food-safari-padungan-wak-2018/) - Padungan is no stranger to people in Kuching. The famous Great White Cat statue is located in this area. When I found out that there will be Food Safari going on at this place, I was so excited! Decided to check it out just now. Lo and behold! Surprised! Hahaha... I was a bit disappointed. - [ThreeWood Japanese BBQ @ B Greenhouse](https://irenelaw.com/threewood-japanese-bbq-b-greenhouse/) - ThreeWood Japanese BBQ at B Greenhouse (3A, Persiaran St. Paul, Jalan Green, 93150 Kuching, Sarawak, Malaysia) can be a place to consider for seafood bbq with your friends and family. It's the new addition to the already famous restaurant, B Greenhouse. How does it feels to enjoy seafood bbq under the night sky of Kuching? - [A Day in Yorkshire Dales](https://irenelaw.com/a-day-in-yorkshire-dales/) - Some of you might have noticed that I was away for 3 weeks in July. I went to England for a long deserved break. My first time there was during summer 5 years ago. This time, I also went in summer. We went to North Yorkshire. One of the places that you can pay a - [Bifesta Cleansing Sheet Brightup](https://irenelaw.com/bifesta-cleansing-sheet-brightup/) - I was having a traveling spree the past 4 months. I'm trying to pack as light as I can. I decided to get cleaning sheet for my travel as it is more convenient. There is no need for liquid in bottle and cotton pads to remove makeup or sunscreen on the face. I can easily - [[Sticky] September Lovebellbelle Facebook Giveaway](https://irenelaw.com/september-lovebellbelle-facebook-giveaway/) - Scroll down for new update ;) Before that, do join this giveaway in my FB page Lovebellbelle Haven't organize any contest for a long time. Since today is my birthday, I'm feeling generous. This month, I'll have a giveaway on my Facebook page(I'm known as Lovebellbelle on FB page, what to do... Sweet Surrender and - [Hotels in Yuchi (Nantou) and Sanyi (Miaoli) Township, Taiwan](https://irenelaw.com/hotels-in-yuchi-nantou-and-sanyi-miaoli-township-taiwan/) - Gonna share with you the hotel I stayed when I was in Nantou and Miaoli, Taiwan. I did not book these hotels, it's booked by my tour guide cum driver as it's part of the package. You can check the hotel price online. Once we landed at Taoyuan International Airport, we were greeted at the - [Lancôme Énergie De Vie Illuminating Eye Gel](https://irenelaw.com/lancome-energie-de-vie-illuminating-eye-gel/) - Have been blogging about beauty and skincare products lately. Kind of busy to process all those travel photos, so many of them, so I'll blog about beauty and skincare products for the time being since they have been long overdue. This time, I'm going to share with you the eye gel I'm using. I decided - [Japan Shiseido Neuve Oil-controlling Pressed Powder](https://irenelaw.com/japan-shiseido-neuve-oil-controlling-pressed-powder/) - Japan Shiseido Neuve Oil-controlling Pressed Powder is now my current face powder. Been using it for almost half year. Even restock it when I went to Taiwan in May. I purchased it in Taiwan when I went there in October last year for work assignment. After conversion from New Taiwan Dollar, it's about RM18. You - [Jiufen, Shifen and Keelung Miaokow Night Market Shuttle Bus from Ximen](https://irenelaw.com/jiufen-shifen-and-keelung-miaokow-night-market-shuttle-bus-from-ximen/) - On our second last day in Taipei, we went to Shifen Waterfall, Shifen Old Street, Jiufen Old Street and Keelung Miaokow Night Market. Did quite a fair bit of research on where and how to go to somewhere in and around Taipei, not really keen to take a taxi because there were 5 of us. - [Mushroom Paradise in Taichung, Taiwan](https://irenelaw.com/mushroom-paradise-in-taichung-taiwan/) - After we visited Zhongshe Tourism Flower Market, we went to A-Liang Mushroom Farm aka Ah Liang’s Mushroom Garden 阿亮香菇園(131, Xiezhong St., Xinshe Dist., Taichung City 426, Taiwan (R.O.C.) ) to see and learn a bit about mushroom. Of course, bought some mushroom products too. If you love mushroom, you should visit this area. You'll get - [Zhongshe Tourism Flower Market, Houli, Taichung](https://irenelaw.com/zhongshe-tourism-flower-market-houli-taichung/) - Our third day, we headed to Taichung to visit Zhongshe Tourism Flower Market (No.469-13, Sanfeng Rd., Houli Dist., Taichung City). Again... Don't be silly to do a day trip to Taichung from Taipei, it's just too far and too tiring, you'll be wasting all your time on the road. Stay a night or two in - [Formosan Aboriginal Culture Village, Yuchi Township, Nantou County](https://irenelaw.com/formosan-aboriginal-culture-village-yuchi-township-nantou-county/) - I've been to Taiwan twice, all for work, all in Taipei. This time around, the third time, finally it's for holiday. Of course, we ventured out of Taipei, only spent 2 nights in Taipei. I'll share the key places we've been for this trip. Will share where we stayed after all attractions posts. Our first - [Nando's Celebrates 20 Years of PERi-PERi Perfection!](https://irenelaw.com/nandos-celebrates-20-years-of-peri-peri-perfection/) - How time flies?!? Nando's is in Malaysia for 20 years! It was a pleasure to be invited to celebrate their 20th anniversary at their AEON Kuching Central establishment. You ever wonder how your Nando's favourite sauce is made? We were given opportunity to make our own. It was fun! It's very simple, all you need - [Sungkei Ria Ramadhan Buffet at Riverside Majestic Hotel](https://irenelaw.com/sungkei-ria-ramadhan-buffet-at-riverside-majestic-hotel/) - My first Ramadan buffet this year. Last year, none... This time, I'm sharing with you Sungkei Ria Ramadhan Buffet at Riverside Majestic Hotel. If you don't like hot and stuffy place, having it at Riverside Majestic is the way to go. I didn't smell like walking kitchen even after being in there for almost 3 - [Benefit Dandelion Shy Beam](https://irenelaw.com/benefit-dandelion-shy-beam/) - Benefit Dandelion Shy Beam is nude pink matte-radiance highlighter for face. I got this from the UK with discount, it costs £22.00(original price). Not so sure about Malaysia. Previously I was using Benefit High Beam Face Highlighter for 3 years and decided to give Shy Beam a try. The former has obvious effect as it - [Riverside Majestic Astana Wing Kuching](https://irenelaw.com/riverside-majestic-astana-wing-kuching/) - Just want to share the latest hotel in Kuching with you. Riverside Majestic Astana Wing Kuching, the premier wing of the existing Riverside Majestic, is located in the middle of the city of Kuching. The lobby is not on the ground floor, you have to go up the escalator to the lobby. This is the - [Entopia by Butterfly Farm Penang](https://irenelaw.com/entopia-by-butterfly-farm-penang/) - It used to be known as butterfly farm, now known as Entopia. Been to Penang few times before its renovation but never been there. Renovation was completed in 2015. Had an opportunity to visit Penang last month, we decided to go to Entopia for a visit. First impression was WOW! Modern, well-maintained, and it does - [Wonderfood Museum, Penang](https://irenelaw.com/wonderfood-museum-penang/) - Food! Who doesn't love food? I personally really like things related to food. When I found out there's a food museum in Penang, I decided to pay a visit to it. Located at 49, Lebuh Pantai, George Town, 10200 George Town, Pulau Pinang. Entrance ticket is RM15/adult. You can get the ticket by clicking on - [AEON MALL Kuching Central, First Store in East Malaysia](https://irenelaw.com/aeon-mall-kuching-central-first-store-in-east-malaysia/) - AEON is going to open its door to shoppers on 20th April 2018. Was lucky to get a sneak peek of the place before it opened to the members at 1pm today. This is AEON Co. (M) Bhd. first mall in East Malaysia. Located along Jalan Keretapi, it's so huge that you will not miss - [Peripera Blur Pang Peach Milk Blur](https://irenelaw.com/peripera-blur-pang-peach-milk-blur/) - Peripera Blur Pang Peach Milk Blur is from korea. This primer is claimed to be able to achieve an airbrushed finishing, as if all your flaws are blurred away. The one I'm sharing here is Peach. The packaging is so cute, just like a mini milk cartoon. I got this from Watsons, priced at about - [Hot Bowl White Curry Mee](https://irenelaw.com/hot-bowl-white-curry-mee/) - Been to Penang so many times and guess what... It's my first time having their white curry mee. We went to Hot Bowl White Curry Mee located at 58-C, Jalan Rangoon, 10400 Penang. Their off day is on Monday. White curry mee is indeed white. Main ingredient of the broth is sweet and savoury coconut - [Maybelline Hyper Tight Liner](https://irenelaw.com/maybelline-hyper-tight-liner/) - I purchased Maybelline Hyper Tight Liner after I saw it on Taiwanese variety show, Queen. Since I ran out of eyeliner, I decided to try this out. I bought it for about RM25 when it was on offer. Original price is more than RM30. It comes in this kind of packaging which is different from - [Thai Pak Koong, Tanjong Tokong, Penang](https://irenelaw.com/thai-pak-koong-tanjong-tokong-penang/) - Let's visit another new tourist spot in Penang located at Tanjong Tokong. The temple is the oldest and most important temple in Penang. It's been around for decades. Many domestic and foreign tourists like to have their photos taken here. It's popular among the lovebirds. All these sculptures are located at the beach area. When - [Ultimeat and PizzBurger by Anchor Food Professionals at Osome](https://irenelaw.com/ultimeat-and-pizzburger-by-anchor-food-professionals-at-osome/) - Love cheese!! Forget about the traditional pizza for the time being. Here's something new. Only for limited time only and only available at Osome Wood Fired Pizza(Jalan Datuk Tawi Sli - Same block as Mita Cake House, before Boulevard Shopping Mall) in Kuching, Chillax Cafe & Bistro in Miri, and Bistecca & Bistro in Sibu. - [Happy Woof Woof Year 2018](https://irenelaw.com/happy-woof-woof-year-2018/) - Lunar new year is here... Today is the fifth day of the Dog year. What you've been up to? Many people started working yesterday. I'm still having holiday. *dance in glee* I've been enjoying my almost 2 months holiday and still not enough hehehe... Guess I need more because February is short and too busy - [Welcome the Lunar New Year at Merdeka Palace](https://irenelaw.com/welcome-the-lunar-new-year-at-merdeka-palace/) - In 10 days time, Chinese New Year is coming! Have you decided on what you are going to have to your reunion dinner? Having it at home or out? If you haven't decide yet, why not consider to have your reunion buffet dinner at Merdeka Palace Hotel & Suites. This year, they are having it - [Museum Hotel, Penang](https://irenelaw.com/museum-hotel-penang/) - Early this year, we went for short getaway with Air Asia direct flight from Kuching to Penang. Museum Hotel was our home for 3 nights. I booked this hotel(without breakfast) via AirAsiaGo combined with flight ticket(without meal and luggage) that cost us about RM1850.00 for 4D3N, 3 pax. From the official website museumhotel.com.my: Step back - [Hello 2018, Goodbye 2017](https://irenelaw.com/hello-2018-goodbye-2017/) - It's the year 2018. How time flies. I'm not sure how to say about 2017. Neither good nor bad. Let's just say I learnt a lot. All the good and the bad. Never set any resolutions all these years. Set it once few years back but it didn't turn out as it should. Hence, rather - [Merry Christmas & Happy New Year at Merdeka Palace Hotel & Suites](https://irenelaw.com/merry-christmas-happy-new-year-at-merdeka-palace-hotel-suites/) - OMG!! How time flies!!! 2017 is ending, I thought it just started. Eeeek... As usual, everyone is getting ready to feast during the holiday season. Merdeka Palace Hotel & Suites has something for everyone this holiday season, it's time to be happy, merry, and jolly with your friends and family! Not only that, enjoy the - [Julie's The Best of You 2017](https://irenelaw.com/julies-the-best-of-you-2017/) - Everyone has their own story. Be it bad or good, big or small, it will indirectly impacting someone's life. We are living in a community where everyone is a part of the ecosystem whether you like it or not. At times, we feel down, we feel that the whole world is against us, we feel - [Everyone is Welcome at Nando's](https://irenelaw.com/everyone-is-welcome-at-nandos/) - Heading into December... It means Christmas time is near. 2018 will come after that. It's holiday seasons! YAY! This is the time for friends and family to get together to celebrate and enjoy each other's company. There's something special to share with your loved ones at Nando's this year. It's called the ‘Everyone’s Platter’ that - [The Borneo House Museum](https://irenelaw.com/the-borneo-house-museum/) - Oppsss... This sure is taking a long time to come out. I'm sure many Kuchingites know this place already. It's located at 7th mile area, can be seen at the roadside, a white colonial like building. It won't be a lengthy post, photos will able to tell more stories. Whatever posted here were taken back - [Luoyang Old Street, Luoyang, China](https://irenelaw.com/luoyang-old-street-luoyang-china/) - While at Luoyang, after dinner one night, we decided to go to their old street which is one of Luoyang's tourist attractions. I went there twice, two nights in a row! LOL!! Well... It's not that I like to go but I promised to bring another group of people to visit the place as they - [Longmen Grottoes, Luoyang, China](https://irenelaw.com/longmen-grottoes-luoyang-china/) - Had the opportunity to visit Longmen Grottoes back in April. Wikipedia: The Longmen Grottoes or Longmen Caves are some of the finest examples of Chinese Buddhist art. Housing tens of thousands of statues of Buddha and his disciples, they are located 12 kilometres south of present-day Luòyáng in Hénán province, China. The site is one - [Hog & Wild Saturday Mingle Party](https://irenelaw.com/hog-wild-saturday-mingle-party/) - Hog & Wild, located in Everrise, VivaCity, has been a place I patron for quite sometimes when I'm craving for pork dishes. Starting September, they will be having monthly mingle party on the first Saturday of every month. It's RM59/pax for buffet of gourmet food and two glasses of wine/beer. Cheese!! Yummy cheese! Eat the - [Spring in Luoyang, China](https://irenelaw.com/spring-in-luoyang-china/) - Went to Luoyang in Spring but only posted it now and it's already summer going into autumn soon! Hahaha!! Luoyang is known as the City of Peonies. We took flight from Kuching to KL using Malaysia Airlines, then to Guangzhou using China Southern Airlines. Stayed a night in Gunagzhou and took the early morning flight - [Holiday Inn Express Luoyang City Center](https://irenelaw.com/holiday-inn-express-luoyang-city-center/) - Back in April, I went to Luoyang, China for work with my colleagues. It was spring but the weather can be pretty cold at times. Holiday Inn Express Luoyang City Center was where we stayed for 4 days. The room was comfortable enough and surprising spacious because it's an express hotel. Conveniently located at Northwest - [Rainforest World Music Festival 2017](https://irenelaw.com/rainforest-world-music-festival-2017/) - Finally my blog is back after a long down time. This post supposed to be posted before it was down, didn't make it in time *LOL* RWMF 2017 happened last month, 14-16th July. It's my third time joining. The first time was there as a blogger. Second and third were for official duty. Happening every - [Kiss Me by Isehan Sunkiller Super Lasting Powder SPF 50+ PA++++](https://irenelaw.com/kiss-me-by-isehan-sunkiller-super-lasting-powder-spf-50-pa/) - Decided to try Kiss Me by Isehan Sunkiller Super Lasting Powder SPF 50+ PA++++ because there's offer for it that time at Watsons. It cost less than RM40 after discount. Can't remember the actual price. Read the label and it sounded promising. Claimed to be able to let your face stay smooth and matte for - [Breaking Fast with Sarawak Energy](https://irenelaw.com/breaking-fast-with-sarawak-energy/) - Was fortunate enough to attend the breaking fast event with Sarawak Energy last week at BCCK. Truth to be told, this is my first breaking fast event this Ramadan. How time flies. It's now third day of Syawal. I'm lagging in posting. Just came back from a two days Miri trip on the eve of - [Upside Down House Kuching](https://irenelaw.com/upside-down-house-kuching/) - Have you been to Upside Down House Kuching? It's located at the same row as Tune Hotel, opposite Hilton. If you are looking for something fun with your friends and family, you can spend about 45 minutes here. Everything is upside down, the staff there will guide you and help you take photos. Unleash your - [Hotel Nuve, Bugis, Singapore](https://irenelaw.com/hotel-nuve-singapore/) - I stayed a night in Singapore back in December 2016. I went on Agoda in search for good location and affordable accommodation and stumbled onto Hotel Nuve in the listing. Located in Bugis, MRT isn't far from it. The street was quite happening at night if you like night life. The painting on the wall - [Hui Lau Shan @ Vivacity Megamall](https://irenelaw.com/hui-lau-shan-vivacity-megamall/) - Hui Lau Shan, no stranger to many people. To be frank, it's my first time trying the food there. All the while, I never have any intention to try it out when I was in West Malaysia or China. Finally, the 20th outlet is now in Kuching inside Vivacity Megamall, also the one and only - [Nagoya Mansion Hotel & Residence, Batam, Indonesia](https://irenelaw.com/nagoya-mansion-hotel-residence-batam-indonesia/) - Our tour package in Batam inclusive of hotel stay. We opted for Nagoya Mansion Hotel & Residence because according to the map, it is very convenient to go to the shopping mall. Batam Hotels - Nagoya Mansion Hotel & Residence is the newest iconic on the island of Batam, the first to offer residential, hotel - [Short Getaway at Batam, Indonesia (28-30 Dec 2016) - Part 2](https://irenelaw.com/short-getaway-at-batam-indonesia-28-30-dec-2016-part-2/) - Last day of April. Today is Sunday, good thing tomorrow is a public holiday but where did my Saturday go?!? Continuation of my Batam trip. After hopping on and off the bus to places with very short walking distant, it's not even 500m! It's time for lunch. You can find fresh seafood and also bird - [Short Getaway at Batam, Indonesia (28-30 Dec 2016) - Part 1](https://irenelaw.com/short-getaway-at-batam-indonesia-28-30-dec-2016-part-1/) - Busy April. Too many things going on. Finally get to update my last year's trip to Batam. Another record broken for not updating for 2 weeks. It was quite an impromptu decision, no idea where to go. Friend said why not go to Singapore then pop by Batam then back to Singapore for new year's - [National Palace Museum & Yehliu Geopark](https://irenelaw.com/national-palace-museum-yehliu/) - Finally!! I'm back from the land where I cannot access Google and Facebook and etc. *LOL* Sure is one crazy week over there. Ok, continue with Taipei trip post that I made in November 2016. YES! 2016!!! A quarter of 2017 is gone... Visited National Palace Museum when I was there on a work assignment. - [Le Méridien Taipei ](https://irenelaw.com/le-meridien-taipei/) - The last time I was in Taipei, I was fortunate enough to stay in Le Méridien Taipei, a five-star hotel in the business district of Taipei. It wasn't cheap at all. Was there during peak season and the room cost more than RM1K per night. Located 12-minute walk from the Taipei 101 Observatory. The staff - [Reaching Taipei](https://irenelaw.com/reaching-taipei/) - My goodness! I was in Taipei last year November and I haven't post much about it. Oppsss... Have been pretty busy lately. Going on another trip soon. Better get Taipei posts up. Just going to be a short quick one. Views from the plane approaching Taipei. Look at the mountain!! And the buildings below... Always - [ELASTINE - De Perfume Pure Breeze Shampoo & Hair Mask](https://irenelaw.com/elastine-de-perfume-pure-breeze-shampoo-hair-mask/) - I've always wanted to try Elastine shampoo after watching a Taiwanese beauty show. Not in the market but you can get it online from major online beauty shops. Not expensive too, less than RM40 for a bottle of 600ml shampoo. It claims to leave your hair smooth and smell good for few days after each - [Yes Ma'am](https://irenelaw.com/yes-maam/) - It's been years since my last portrait shoot by professional. After more than a decade, I have the chance to do one last week. This time is an official shoot for the company. This is my first time taking corporate photo. It was quick. So here's the result. Most were taken from my colleague's phone, - [Win Soon Cafe @ iCom Square](https://irenelaw.com/win-soon-cafe-icom-square/) - Win Soon Cafe located at iCom Square is another latest addition to the F&B scene in Kuching. Out of curiosity, we checked it out. Food wasn't cheap at all, almost all dishes priced at above RM10, likely due to the prawn and fish head. Obviously, prawn and fish head beehoon/meehoon are their specialty. Right: I - [Nando's Mango & Lime PERi-PERi](https://irenelaw.com/nandos-mango-lime-peri-peri/) - After so many years, Nando's is now celebrating new year with a new flavour. Wonder what it is? Received a package from Nando's and its invitation to experience the new flavour, Mango & Lime, few days back. Good thing they did it at night, so I can attend. If it's during the day time, I - [5D Museum at Sentosa Theme Park](https://irenelaw.com/5d-museum-at-sentosa-theme-park/) - Heard of 5D Museum at Sentosa Theme Park (Lot310, Block 17, Jalan Stakan, Kota Sentosa, Kuching)? Had the opportunity to visit the place last month. Do not underestimate the museum, you will need at least 3-4 hours if you really want to interact with every single exhibits there. I'll just let the photos to the - [Virgin Longhouse Experience at Batang Ai](https://irenelaw.com/virgin-longhouse-experience-at-batang-ai/) - Woke up in the morning, after breakfast, we headed to the jetty to go to one of the longhouses at the area. Was greeted with this view... Magnificent! It reminds me of my trip to NZ lake district, Queenstown. We went with longboat powered by outboard motor. It was such a hot morning, the sun - [Aiman Batang Ai Resort & Retreat](https://irenelaw.com/aiman-batang-ai-resort-retreat/) - First post of 2017! Aiman Batang Ai Resort & Retreat used to be known as Hilton Batang Ai Longhouse Resort. It used to be a very expensive to stay, a 5-star resort occupying a 20-hectare site on the shore of a spectacular mountain lake. A four-hour drive from Kuching, the resort can be accessed via - [Goodbye 2016, Hello 2017](https://irenelaw.com/goodbye-2016-hello-2017/) - I just got back from a short Singapore and Batam getaway. Not counting down in Singapore, I'm not into such activity. I think I might be asleep already by the time the clock strikes 12 *LOL* This video is fresh out of the oven, taken few hours ago when I was on my way back - [Miri Crocodile Farm cum Mini Zoo](https://irenelaw.com/miri-crocodile-farm-cum-mini-zoo/) - Kuching has crocodile farm, Miri has crocodile farm too. It's been around for over a decade. I managed to visit it when I was there months back on a work assignment. My first time visiting Miri Crocodile Farm, it's quite a distant from the city. You will definitely need to hire a transport to go - [Imperial Palace Hotel, Miri](https://irenelaw.com/imperial-palace-hotel-miri/) - Imperial Palace Hotel, Miri, a business 4-star hotel under Imperial Group of Hotels. The hotel is approximately 25-minute drive from Miri Airport. You can easily find retail shops, food & beverage outlets, supermarket and departmental stores, and entertainment outlets around it. Had an opportunity to stay in this hotel few months back because of a - [Nanjing Fuzimiao](https://irenelaw.com/nanjing-fuzimiao/) - Fuzimiao in Nanjing is one of the tourist attractions in Nanjing. Went there way back in July! Nanjing Fuzimiao (Chinese: 南京夫子廟) or Fuzimiao (Chinese: 夫子廟; literally: "Confucian Temple"), is located in southern Nanjing City on banks of the Qinhuai River. Within the area are cultural attractions, arts, shopping, and entertainment. It sure is one very - [Dec 2016](https://irenelaw.com/dec-2016/) - Another long period of not posting anything. Seriously, I have too much to post yet no time to post. Sigh... These period of time, I sure do learn a lot. One thing, people can do anything just to carry people "balls". Pathetic, really pity them. I know what people are talking behind me but I - [Sofitel Nanjing Galaxy Suning](https://irenelaw.com/sofitel-nanjing-galaxy-suning/) - After quite awhile, here's another post from my China trip back in July. Wah! Hahaha... So long ago!! I stayed at Sofitel Nanjing Galaxy Suning, a 5-star hotel in Nanjing. The hotel is located in a 48-story tower, in the city's central business district. It's 1 km from Xuanwumen metro stop and 5 km from - [Views of Shanghai](https://irenelaw.com/views-of-shanghai/) - Finally settle down for a bit after a crazy trip to Taipei. Shanghai... Back in July I went. Haven't finish posting about it. I didn't go to many places as it's a work trip. Here to share some photos on the streets that I managed to take. I have no idea where all these places - [Be Back in November](https://irenelaw.com/be-back-in-november/) - Damn! So much dramas, so much politics, so much balls carrying... Such bitch... I'll be away for a work trip soon. Been busy with all the arrangements. Just a quick update. Was away at Batang Ai 2 weekends ago. Then back with this silly request which we all know it's not a simple request. There's - [Second Nando's Outlet at tHe Spring](https://irenelaw.com/second-nandos-outlet-at-the-spring/) - Not only Viva... The egg hatched at tHe Spring too! Now you don't have to join the crowd at Viva, you can join the crowd at tHe Spring. The interior feel is different from Viva. You get purple half circle sectional sofa in Nando's at tHe Spring. When the day is getting darker, the light - [Les Suites Orient, Bund Shanghai](https://irenelaw.com/les-suites-orient-bund-shanghai/) - Was fortunate to be able to stay at Les Suites Orient, Bund Shanghai, during my previous trip to Shanghai in July. First time in my life staying in such luxurious hotel in a very strategic location. Can easily walk to Nanjing Road, the main shopping street of Shanghai. Les Suites Orient ON THE BUND is - [Sweet Surrender's Hong Kong Airlines Experience](https://irenelaw.com/sweet-surrenders-hong-kong-airlines-experience/) - WOW! Record! 14 days from the last post! Man... Crazy weeks! Finally get to settle down for a bit after two intense weeks. Was on leave for one whole week but it was gone with a snap, I didn't even get the chance to enjoy the holiday and it's gone. Going to share my experience - [Anchor Say Cheese Signature Series at Taka Cake House](https://irenelaw.com/anchor-say-cheese-at-taka-cake-house/) - Anchor, I'm sure everyone will think of butter. Now, they have European theme Anchor-branded desserts with the tagline "Connecting with Loved Ones". Apparently they do have a range of desserts last year too which was Japanese inspired. You can find the dessert all over Malaysia in selected bakeries. In Kuching, you can get it at - [Rising Ramen at CityOne](https://irenelaw.com/rising-ramen-at-cityone/) - Rising Ramen use to be at Jalan Song. Now, they moved to CityOne. Went there few months back but only update about it now hehehe... If you go there, ramen is a must to have. That's their signature. Price is higher now of course because of the location. The taste was not quite the same. - [Rainforest World Music Festival 2016 (RWMF 2016)](https://irenelaw.com/rainforest-world-music-festival-2016-rwmf-2016/) - Lag lag lag! I'm so lag! Rainforest World Music Festival 2016 happened on 5-7th August at Sarawak Cultural Village. Didn't take many photos, have some videos, let's see if I have time to edit for upload *LOL* This is my second time attending this music festival except this time was as an official rather than - [No Manners](https://irenelaw.com/no-manner/) - Before I start to say anything, wow... Just realized it's been 10 days since the last post. I'm supposed to have a Rainforest World Music Festival post to post but just couldn't find the time. There's too many things happened and too many things that need to be settled. Never in my life meeting such - [Kuching Festival 2016](https://irenelaw.com/kuching-festival-2016/) - Kuching Festival 2016 is already around for more than a week, yet I only post about it now. Parents have been going there almost daily. I've been there two or three times *LOL* I lost track already. Anyway, this year, lots of sausages and ice creams. The crowd is massive too this year. At 5pm+, - [No Guilt Cafe](https://irenelaw.com/no-guilt-cafe/) - It sure takes me ages to post this hahah... First time dining at No Guilt Cafe(Lot A108, Block A, ICOM Square, Jalan Datuk Abang Abdul Rahim, 93450 Kuching) was in February! Now is July and going into August!! *LOL* So far, I've dined here 3 times. Now you have a place for healthy food. Not - [Will be right back...](https://irenelaw.com/will-be-right-back/) - Busy busy days ahead. Was in Shanghai and Nanjing last week for work. Now that I'm back, there is so much to catch up. Don't think will have time to update this blog this week. Nevertheless, Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook will be updated from the time to time. Will be back soon with more updates - [Sarawak Cultural Village](https://irenelaw.com/sarawak-cultural-village/) - Sarawak Cultural Village is a living museum located at the foothills of Mt. Santubong. My first time there was in 1994. Hehehe... This is my second visit. This is also the venue for the World Harvest Festival and the Rainforest World Music Festival which will be happening in less than a month. Not only you - [Damai Beach Resort](https://irenelaw.com/damai-beach-resort/) - Damai Beach Resort is one of the resorts you can find at Damai, Santubong. Situated along the sandy beach of Teluk Bandung, facing the breathtaking South China Sea (on the northwest coast of Borneo) nestled Damai Beach Resort, a self-contained haven residing on a 90 acres of sea frontage, clad among the world’s oldest tropical - [Bako National Park](https://irenelaw.com/bako-national-park/) - Bako National Park is no stranger to everyone in Sarawak. I've never step foot here prior to this. It's indeed one experience to remember. Source from SarawakForestry.com Gazetted in 1957, Bako is Sarawak’s oldest national park, covering an area of 2,727 hectares at the tip of the Muara Tebas peninsula. It is one of the - [Ramadan Buffet 2016 - Merdeka Palace](https://irenelaw.com/ramadan-buffet-2016-merdeka-palace/) - It's that time of the year again. Merdeka Palace Hotel and Suites is having their annual Ramadan Buffet Dinner. Was there to try it out on the first day. Pardon the bad photos, my camera's battery decided to die on me when I wanted to take the first photo so had to use my phone - [Kayaking at Semadang River](https://irenelaw.com/kayaking-at-semadang-river/) - Kayaking... Years back, friends kept asking me to go with them but I rejected them every single time. Now... I have no choice but to participate in it. After dating the Orangutan at Semenggoh, we went to Kampung Bengoh at Padawan area for river kayaking. We started the journey at Kampung Bengoh. Briefing was done - [Semenggoh Wildlife Centre](https://irenelaw.com/semenggoh-wildlife-centre/) - Semenggoh Wildlife Centre is where you can see semi-wild Orangutans and their babies roaming around the place freely. No cage at all. It's located at Padawan area. Feeding time is between 9-10am and 3-3.30pm. I can't remember how many times I've visited this place. I think once or twice during primary and secondary school. Anyway, - [Bako; Semadang River; Damai](https://irenelaw.com/bako-semadang-river-damai/) - So... I was busy last weekend. I had a date with mother nature around Kuching. Posts will come soon. Friday, visited Semenggoh Nature Reserve, a place I went back then in school. It's been so long! More than two decades ago! I sure sounded old hahaha... Had a date with our precious orangutan again after - [Goodbye Star Cineplex](https://irenelaw.com/goodbye-star-cineplex/) - 3rd May 2016 marks the end of Star Cineplex operations. The door opened for Kuching's movie goers in 1997. This place had been serving Kuchingites for almost 2 decades. Many of us grew up coming to this cineplex with friends and family. 1997, I was in secondary school. Came here few times with friends for - [Shiseido Senka Mineral UV Gel SPF50 PA+++ ](https://irenelaw.com/shiseido-senka-mineral-uv-gel-spf50-pa/) - I had ran out of Artistry Pure White UV Protect SPF 50+++ so I got a more budget-friendly sunscreen, Shiseido Senka Mineral UV Gel SPF50 PA+++. I can't remember how much it cost already. Bought it when it was on offer. Seeing that it's from Shiseido, I didn't think that it will go wrong. This - [ChinaHouse at the old CourtHouse](https://irenelaw.com/chinahouse-at-the-old-courthouse/) - ChinaHouse at the old CourtHouse is one of the latest F&B outlets in Kuching. Located at the Old CourtHouse. Very easy to find. They have their first outlet in Penang. Left: I don't think I see this cat around anymore when I was there last week hmmm... Right: There's room for entertainment, shopping, art, and - [Kuching-Hong Kong Direct Flight by Hong Kong Airlines](https://irenelaw.com/kuching-hong-kong-direct-flight-by-hong-kong-airlines/) - Good news! No need to suffer from transiting flight to Hong Kong. Direct flight from Kuching to Hong Kong is back! This time brought to you by Hong Kong Airlines! I really hate transit, wasting time and energy. I would prefer direct flight anytime compare to transiting. So, the first flight coming in from Hong - [Quiznos Cafe (Q CAFE)](https://irenelaw.com/quiznos-cafe-q-cafe/) - Just a quick short one about this new eatery in Vivacity, Quiznos Cafe or also known as Q CAFE. Located outside the mall. one of the largest restaurant/cafe brands in the world. With over 2000 STORES WORLDWIDE & A PRESENCE IN 30 COUNTRIES, Q CAFE continues to be one of the fastest growing restaurant chains! - [Hog & Wild](https://irenelaw.com/hog-wild/) - Hog & Wild can be found in VivaCity's Everrise or Cold Storage at Green Heights. If you like to have good and affordable pork dishes, you can try this place out. Portion is huge and price is very reasonable. I've been getting my fix for pork quite often here hehehe... The House Salad is surprisingly - [Tease by Jase's Tea Room](https://irenelaw.com/tease-by-jases-tea-room/) - Tease by Jase's Tea Room (AT110 Block A, Icom Square, Jalan Pending, 93450 Kuching) is one of the food outlets located at iCom Square. They used to locate at Premier 101. This new outlet's interior design is totally different from the previous outlet. So much more spacious and bright. They specialized in in loose leaf - [Naruko Raw Job's Tear and Taiwan Magnolia Facial Cleansing Products](https://irenelaw.com/naruko-raw-jobs-tear-and-taiwan-magnolia-facial-cleansing-products/) - I've been using Naruko's facial cleansing products for 2 years. The first was Narcissus DNA Repairing Foaming Wash which got me hooked as it didn't cause any problem to my skin. However, I couldn't get this anymore at any of the Watsons in Malaysia. So I tried the other range. Naruko Taiwan Magnolia Brightening and - [Mittsu-Hoiru Japanese Restaurant](https://irenelaw.com/mittsu-hoiru-japanese-restaurant/) - Another Japanese restaurant in VivaCity, Mittsu-Hoiru. Normally you'll see conveyor belt with plates of sushi. Here, Sushi Boat System is used to move the sushi around. It's a bit challenging to pick up the sushi from the boat. I guess it's because of the tray they used. I ordered Cha Shoba(RM11.50), green tea chill soba - [Naruko Narcissus DNA Repairing Foaming Wash](https://irenelaw.com/naruko-narcissus-repairing-foaming-wash/) - It's not easy to find facial wash that is suitable for me as I easily get red patches, be it itchy or not, after washing my face. I found one from Eucerin but it does not really solve my problem, red patches still developed sometimes. However, not Naruko Narcissus DNA Repairing Foaming Wash. In fact, - [Artistry Pure White UV Protect SPF 50+++](https://irenelaw.com/artistry-pure-white-uv-protect-spf-50/) - Let's take a break from all the food. Sharing a beauty product this time. Artistry Pure White UV Protect SPF 50+++ is one of the products from Amway. I received this as a gift, so I've got no idea how much it costs. Any idea? Fast-absorbing and moisturizing, this water-resistant, broad-spectrum formula helps shield skin - [Bumbu Cabe](https://irenelaw.com/bumbu-cabe/) - Want some Sundanese cuisine? You can get it from Bumbu Cabe at iCom Square (Ground Floor, Parcel B128 & B129, Block B, Icom Square, Jalan Pending, 93450 Kuching) or Cityone. The place is always packed! Some said the food are expensive, some said it's reasonable. For me, I would agree with the latter. A reminder - [Madeleine Cafe & Patisserie](https://irenelaw.com/madeleine-cafe-patisserie/) - Oh dear... Another post that happened months ago! Madeleine Cafe & Patisserie, located at Ground Floor of tHe Spring, is the latest addition in the shopping mall. Just opposite Watsons or next to Sushi King. Very classy place with French-inspired interior design. As you can see... Christmas tree! Go figure how long these photos were - [Nando's @ VivaCity](https://irenelaw.com/nandos-vivacity/) - So... I was invited to Nando's soft opening but I couldn't make it, didn't get the chance to try all those food there. Oh well... Will just have to spend my own money to eat there hahaha... This happened 2 months back! Really lag in updating. Yes! Nando's is finally here in Kuching! Lots of - [Tony Roma's](https://irenelaw.com/tony-romas/) - Another long-awaited franchise is now available in Kuching, Tony Roma's. Located in VivaCity. It's my first time dining in Tony Roma's. Never dine in other branches before. Price is rather high but you don't have to spend so much by ordering too much, the trick is to share to split the cost. Portion is big - [Sushi Zanmai at VivaCity](https://irenelaw.com/sushi-zanmai/) - At last! Sushi Zanmai is here in Kuching in VivaCity. Have been hearing so much about it from friends in West Malaysia with good feedback. I'm glad to say that it's really good comparing to the other two sushi establishments in Kuching. I've been there 4 times. First three times were good, the fourth time - [3Bskin Fruitful Cocktail Basket Enzyme Scrub](https://irenelaw.com/3bskin-fruitful-cocktail-basket-enzyme-scrub/) - Was fortunate enough to receive the skin care product from 3Bskin for review. They sent me a tube of 60ml Fruitful Cocktail Basket Enzyme Scrub. Packed in fuschia coloured box. The label of the tube was stick-on instead of printed. I have no idea how much it costs though. Anyway, I'll just review it and - [The Kimbap](https://irenelaw.com/the-kimbap/) - The Kimbap, another eatery I went in 2015. Oh yes... I'm really really lag! One of the latest Korean food establishments in Kuching located at Sublot16, Lot7691, Ground floor, Brighton Square, Jalan Song, 93350 Kuching. The menu is quite basic. Very simple Korean food. Price wise is reasonable as well. Left: Topokki 떡볶이 (RM9), very - [Happy Monkey Year 2016](https://irenelaw.com/happy-monkey-year-2016/) - Happy Monkey Year! It's a wet Chinese New Year this year. It rained since the eve until today. It stopped for now but doubt it will last. Few places around Kuching suffered from flood since yesterday. Last year, it's a working CNY first day for me. This year, no more. Gonna enjoy my long holiday. - [Mini Spring Roll (Popiah)](https://irenelaw.com/mini-spring-roll-popiah/) - See picture.Meat floss can be pork or chicken. Tips:Buy floss that is salty because sweet floss will produce moisture after you bake it and you will have soft mini spring rolls which is not really a good thing to serve to your guests. If you insist, then make sure u bake it everytime before serving - [MBO The Spring Makeover](https://irenelaw.com/mbo-the-spring-makeover/) - For months, MBO was undergoing a series of renovation. It's now ready for movie goers to experience a whole new experience. Was invited to the launch of MBO The Spring Makeover yesterday. We get to experience the Premier Lounge and Hall. Also, the first and only Auro 3D sound system in Sarawak which is only - [Vivacity Megamall](https://irenelaw.com/vivacity-megamall/) - After a month of opening then I featured Vivacity Megamall in this blog. I didn't go there on the opening due to work commitment. I was supposed to go there to cover the opening of one of the outlets. Then, I managed to go there on Christmas' eve, very lucky to not get stuck in - [Neubodi @ Vivacity Megamall](https://irenelaw.com/neubodi-vivacity-megamall/) - Discover your new body with Neubodi. Now available at Vivacity Megamall, first floor, shop 45. It's an honoured to be invited to try out their products. My first time hearing and experiencing this brand yet they've been around since 2008. Proudly a homegrown brand. The personalized fitting service is awesome! There is no measuring tape. - [Swee Kang Jalan Haji Taha](https://irenelaw.com/swee-kang-jalan-haji-taha/) - You know how silly I was... Been years... People kept saying "go Swee Kang for ABC", "Swee Kang for sotong kangkung" and etc., yet I have no idea where it's located until recently :P The funny thing is that I've been eating their food for decades! Never know the shop's or stall's name hahaha... One - [Sukha](https://irenelaw.com/sukha/) - Sukha, many had been there, me too. Been hearing a lot of good reviews about it, was lucky to have the chance to try. Went there way back in November 2015. Hehehe... Many posts in queue. Located at Brighton Square (Ground Floor, Lot 11963, Block 16, Brighton Square, Jalan Song, 93350 Kuching). They serve a - [Happy 2016](https://irenelaw.com/happy-2016/) - That's the end of 2015... A year gone by peacefully for me, thankful for that! I hope it will be the same in 2016 and better things to come not only for me but you too! I didn't travel to any overseas destination this year. By right, I should! Then again, not in the mood - [Merry Christmas 2015](https://irenelaw.com/merry-christmas-2015/) - This year... I'm late in posting this! Was busy on Christmas' Eve and Christmas Day. I've been wearing Santa hat so many times this year yet I forgot to selfie with any of it! So this year, I'll just be the reindeer hahaha... Had present exchange with a bunch of new friends. Second time in - [Tarts & Juice Island 小島](https://irenelaw.com/tarts-juice-island-小島/) - Tarts & Juice Island, another place for dessert at ST3. They specialized in tarts. Used to located in one of the corner shops up there in the building, very seclude but they cleverly used the smell of butter to lure people over there. Now, they are relocated to the side just opposite Citadines' entrance. Lots - [Destino Dé Espresso](https://irenelaw.com/destino-de-espresso/) - Destino Dé Espresso located at G62,Ground Floor CityONE Magamall, No.1, Jalan Song, 93350 Kuching. Another new addition to the coffee places in Kuching. Not really new actually, it's been operating for few months. It does not only serve coffee and desserts but also main dishes. Heard that portion is huge. I've seen the photos of - [The Barber](https://irenelaw.com/the-barber/) - The Barber (74, Lebuh Wayang, 93100 Kuching, Sarawak) is located next to The Junk. Been wanting to try it but chickened out because the place looked spooky with all those old barber shop props in there especially the fake heads. It was a barber shop before. Finally one day, we have no choice as The - [Kedai Kopi Kim Hing](https://irenelaw.com/kedai-kopi-kim-hing/) - Kedai Kopi Kim Hing is located in Semenyih next to a primary school, Sekolah Jenis Kebangsaan Cina Sin Ming. A row of old shops which housed a number of coffee shops serving different food. Always filled with people. This is the place for breakfast in Semenyih. The locals sure love this place. Food is good - [Restoran Xin Shi Jie](https://irenelaw.com/restoran-xin-shi-jie/) - After we got back from the mountainous drive, it's time for dinner. Had dinner at Restoran Xin Shi Jie (No. 21-G, Jalan Semenyih Sentral 4, Semenyih Sentral, Selangor Darul Ehsan, 43500 Semenyih). Was quite exhausted already, not really in the mood to eat so just simply ordered some food which according to my bro, these - [Fraser's Hill](https://irenelaw.com/frasers-hill/) - The Fraser's Hill is a hill resort located on the Titiwangsa Ridge in Pahang, Malaysia. We went there straight after checking out of Genting Highlands. It's more than an hour drive but I don't remember how long exactly was the drive. After a long winding drive, going up, up, up, we finally reached the place. - [Aurora Saturday Buffet Dinner](https://irenelaw.com/aurora-saturday-buffet-dinner/) - 17th October, Aurora Court, the all-day dining restaurant of Merdeka Palace Hotel & Suites(Jalan Tun Abang Haji Openg, 93000 Kuching), launched its Aurora Saturday Dinner Buffet. All sort of appetizers, salad, umai, rojak, gado-gado, you name it. The local appetizers were pretty good. While the salad was just normal, your usual salad, make your own, - [First World Hotel & Plaza](https://irenelaw.com/first-world-hotel-plaza/) - Get to revisit Genting Highlands and stayed a night there. Good thing the hotel is refurbished... Phew... Stayed here back in 2008. Left: As with almost 10 years ago, the lobby is still the same except now with a lot of self check-in and out machines. Such big hotel, you really need those. Salute those - [Etude Drawing Eye Brow](https://irenelaw.com/etude-drawing-eye-brow/) - Totally forgot to blog about Etude Drawing Eye Brow. Got this almost a year ago. Using it everyday, took me about 10 months to finish using it. Now, I'm waiting for new one to come. In fact you should be able to get it from any Etude shop but I bought mine from Ebay. After - [Restoran Chuan Kie ( 全记小菜馆)](https://irenelaw.com/restoran-chuan-kie-全记小菜馆/) - When we were at Genting, we went to Restoran Chuan Kie (29-30, Jalan Jati 1, Goh Tong Jaya, Genting) for lunch. Seems like a popular place to go for food, so we went to try it out too. Left: Business is so good that they have to extend to next door. Right: Their signature crispy - [Genting Strawberry Leisure Farms](https://irenelaw.com/genting-strawberry-leisure-farms/) - I have no idea there's a strawberry farm in Genting Highlands until last week. Went there for a visit. Not big, not too small. Not only strawberry but flowers and vegetables. Cannot compare with Cameron Highlands of course. Source from gentinghighlands.info The Genting Highlands Strawberry Leisure Farm is a popular tourist attraction in Gohtong Jaya, - [Magnum Putrajaya](https://irenelaw.com/magnum-putrajaya/) - Visited one of the new mall in Putrajaya, IOI City Mall and saw Magnum Putrajaya (Lot GE-3, IOI City Mall, Persiaran IRC, IOI Resort City, Putrajaya). I remembered I saw many people posting about it in FB months back, so this is what it is... So fancy, so gourmet! Decided to get one, we made - [3rd International Orchid Show 2015](https://irenelaw.com/3rd-international-orchid-show-2015/) - Yesterday, got the opportunity to visit the 3rd International Orchid Show 2015 at Orchid Garden, Jalan Astana, near the DUN building. A four-day event, 10th-13th September. Despite the haze and extremely hot weather, we still went. It's such an eye opener. So many types of orchids! There were International Orchid Landscape Exhibition by 13 participating - [Double Three](https://irenelaw.com/double-three/) - Yesterday was my birthday. Took a day off, need a break from work. I was being fed, well-fed LOL! Burp... Too much sugar too, too sweet. Double three... At this age (in fact starting mid twenties), questions you will automatically get... Where's your boyfriend? Don't have... When to get one? I don't know... Why you - [Benefit High Beam Face Highlighter](https://irenelaw.com/benefits-high-beam-face-highlighter/) - It's 31st August... How time flies! We are heading into September tomorrow! Today is Malaysia's Independence Day. Enjoy the public holiday everyone! I'm not going to talk anything of this nature in this post. Just going to review this wonderful product I got, Benefit High Beam Face Highlighter. I'm not sure how much it costs - [MK Classico Caffe](https://irenelaw.com/mk-classico-caffe/) - If you notice, I seldom post about food outlets in this blog recently. Well... Most didn't meet my expectations, so quite lazy to share here but will be featured in my Instagram and Facebook with short comments. Those deserve it will get another sharing in my blog. That's how it is now... MK Classico Caffe - [Few Hours in Putrajaya](https://irenelaw.com/few-hours-in-putrajaya/) - Pardon the wrong way of writing Putrajaya in the pictures :P I don't know why I kept thinking Putrajaya is 2 words. I only realized it now. Oh blur to the max! Got the opportunity to visit Putrajaya. First time here. As what I was being told... Lots of space and very hot. Indeed! My - [Melaka River Cruise](https://irenelaw.com/melaka-river-cruise/) - The trip last month to Port Dickson gave me the opportunity to go to Melaka for a short day trip. My second time visiting Melaka but my first time going on the river cruise. All photos and video taken on the cruise. Look for the the river and you will find the cruise at Muara - [Port Dickson (6-10/7/2015)](https://irenelaw.com/port-dickson-6-1072015-part-1/) - Went to Port Dickson way back in 2013. Didn't expect to go back there anytime soon. Didn't stay a night there, it was just a pit stop and we went to the Royal Port Dickson Yacht Club for early dinner. Few weeks back, was informed rather last minute on this trip. Oh well... For work - [Kuching Festival 2015](https://irenelaw.com/kuching-festival-2015/) - Yesterday was the first day of Kuching Festival 2015, happening at Dewan Masyarakat located at Padungan. Went there to look for dinner with my parents. Never went there on the first day, this year is the first. Walked, walked, walked... It rained! Luckily not heavy and we had our umbrella with us. Apart from the - [GST oh GST...](https://irenelaw.com/gst-oh-gst/) - Haven't have the time to post anything yet... Was away for almost a week last week due to official duty. Came back and have to continue with tonnes of work and also to help with GST filing as the first quarter is due soon! I've been busy with the filing since I got back from - [The Junk](https://irenelaw.com/the-junk/) - The Junk (Wayang Street, 93000 Kuching, Malaysia) is no stranger to many people. Awesome place with yummy food. It's been around for a long time. Very happening place. They serve fusion of Italian, Western and Asian cuisines. Can you believe that it's my first time dining here? Fear not! It's not an expensive place, the - [Macam-Macam Ada Mega Buffet at Grand Margherita](https://irenelaw.com/macam-macam-ada-mega-buffet-at-grand-margherita/) - Got the chance to go to the annual Original Macam-Macam Ada Mega Buffet of Grand Margherita (Jalan Tunku Abdul Rahman, 93100 Kuching, Sarawak, Malaysia) to try out their Ramadan buffet. My first time eating here. Huge buffet! Mega indeed! We were there quite late and couldn't take much photos as all the food were already - [Merdeka Palace Hotel & Suites Ramadan Buffet](https://irenelaw.com/merdeka-palace-hotel-suites-ramadan-buffet/) - Finally something food related which is up to date :P You know the fasting month has started, this means you will see many eateries introducing their Ramadan buffets. I thought I would be able to attend Pullman's and Grand Margherita's but due to unforeseen circumstances I had to skip. Too bad... Guess only Merdeka Palace - [Opppsss... 10 Days!](https://irenelaw.com/opppsss-10-days/) - WOW! It's been 10 days not posting anything here. Busy, busy, busy, should have something coming this Saturday since it's gonna be my off day. However, I do update my Instagram from time to time, if you've not check it out, do so, here's the link http://instagram.com/lovebell_lawirene/ You can also check out my Twitter where - [Coffee Places Around Kuching (Part 2)](https://irenelaw.com/coffee-places-around-kuching-part-2/) - Three more coffee places around Kuching to share... One Degree 33 Cafe Sublot 18, Ground Floor, Song Plaza, Jalan Song / Jalan Tun Jugah, 93350 Kuching, Sarawak, 93350 Kuching Came here for lunch and we had breakfast items for lunch. They serve breakfast all day. I don't see anything wrong. The Full Works (RM20 if - [Coffee Places Around Kuching (Part 1)](https://irenelaw.com/coffee-places-around-kuching-part-1/) - Coffee places is sprouting up like mushroom after the rain these 1-2 years time. Still more coming I'm sure. So many in Kuching. Couldn't even keep track. I'm gonna split them into parts to share with you. I'm not a coffee drinker, I'm just sharing the available places for coffee in Kuching. Therefore, don't ask - [NYX Doll Eye Mascara Waterproof Hydrofuge Extreme Jet Black](https://irenelaw.com/nyx-doll-eye-mascara-waterproof-hydrofuge-extreme-jet-black/) - The mascara I'm currently using, only used it twice. One time for work, another for swim. You can now get NYX brand from Sephora, tHe Spring, Kuching. Previously I reviewed its Jumbo Eye Pencil. I decided to get NYX Doll Eye Mascara Waterproof Hydrofuge Extreme Jet Black because it's cheap, less than RM20. Waterproof and - [品味舒食 Idealite – Malaysia 1st Wholesome Dining Place](https://irenelaw.com/品味舒食-idealite-malaysia-1st-wholesome-dining-place/) - I don't like vegetarian food simply because it's not as healthy as it claimed. All those artificial meats, artificial flavouring and colouring, and too much oil. They just turned me off. Good thing Idealite is not like that. Last Sunday was their opening ceremony.The founder, Tan Yong Jen, from Penang was there and managed to - [Ariva Gateway Kuching Serviced Residences](https://irenelaw.com/ariva-gateway-kuching-serviced-residences/) - Last Friday, was invited to Ariva Gateway Kuching Serviced Residences for a get together with hoteliers, medias, and partners. Third time here. First time to visit a friend; second time with colleagues; and third time I'm going as a blogger. We're invited to view their refurbished superior rooms. This is how the refreshed room looks - [Lundu-Bau Labour Day 2015 Day Trip](https://irenelaw.com/lundu-bau-labour-day-2015-day-trip/) - 1/5/2015, the long awaited long weekend. For the first time, I didn't fly anywhere during such holiday. Odd... I know... I've been getting lots of queries on why on earth I'm in Kuching at this time of the year *LOL* Boys and girls... I have no idea too... No idea where to go this time - [Microsoft Lumia 535 Review](https://irenelaw.com/microsoft-lumia-535-review/) - After using this phone for more than 3 months, I'm now going to review it. The last time I reviewed one was in 2010 ;p This is my second smartphone. Previously using a RM2K+ (sponsored by a local telco), now downgraded to RM429 (paid from my own pocket). A lot of difference! It's still a - [Exabytes Cloud & E-Commerce Day 2015](https://irenelaw.com/exabyte-cloud-e-commerce-day-2015/) - Exabytes Cloud & E-Commerce Day 2015 happened in Kuching today. I only managed to attend the afternoon session. Very informative session for most I'm sure. For me, it's all basic knowledge that I already knew. However, great to meet many whom I've not met for a long time. Finally got to experience Google Glass and - [Brief Encounter with the Stars](https://irenelaw.com/brief-encounter-with-the-stars/) - It was a busy week last weekend. Kuching was the host of AIFFA (Asean International Film Festival & Award 2015). Was honoured to be able to be part of this prestigious events. Kuching was flooded with stars from ASEAN. Met some of the stars in person too. This post is just going to be a - [Buy Aveeno, Bourjois, Vichy and More, Deliver within Malaysia](https://irenelaw.com/buy-aveeno-bourjois-vichy-and-more-deliver-within-malaysia/) - **No longer active. Thank you for coming. I had set up a website for my shopping spree. Do have a look :) I'm not sure how many readers left for my blog. It's been pretty quiet ever since I left for Australia. Anyway, I'm now back in Kuching for good and I will try my - [Vichy Aqualia Thermal Light Pot ](https://irenelaw.com/vichy-aqualia-thermal-light-pot/) - I've been hearing a lot of good feedback about Vichy but only knew about it too late. This brand is no longer available in Malaysia since March 2012 for reasons that we have no idea of. So I asked my sister to get it from UK. Vichy Aqualia Thermal Light Pot, 50ml (£16.00). Not that - [Biotherm Skin-Ergetic Concentrate Serum](https://irenelaw.com/biotherm-skin-ergetic-concentrate-serum/) - Now, another review of skincare product I'm currently using. I've been eying for this since its launch in Australia in 2011, priced at AUD85 if not mistaken, not sure of the price in Malaysia. Only now I get the chance to try it out. Sis got it for me from UK because of some sort - [Kota Kinabalu 1-4 March 2015 (Part 3)](https://irenelaw.com/kota-kinabalu-1-4-march-2015-part-3/) - Final part of KK trip. Hmmm... Time to hunt for ticket for the next destination. Kinabalu Park on the third day. Stopped by this building that looked like battery hahah... Yayasan Sabah Tower. Lucky that the sky was clear to see the mountain when we were on the way to Kinabalu Park. We arrived Nabalu - [Kota Kinabalu 1-4 March 2015 (Part 2)](https://irenelaw.com/kota-kinabalu-1-4-march-2015-part-2/) - Second day, Island Hopping Day! Supposed to be going to Kinabalu Park but the guide called up the night before to inform us that it's better to go on the second day because of the weather condition. The tour guide came to pick us up from our staying place to Jesselton Point to take a - [Kota Kinabalu 1-4 March 2015 (Part 1)](https://irenelaw.com/kota-kinabalu-1-4-march-2015-part-1/) - One week ago, flew to Sabah, Land Below the Wind. Bought the flight ticket on impulse last year in October. Then about one month before the flight, bought another two tickets for my parents. It's just too cheap to resist. I didn't do much research on this trip. Just looked for places to go and - [The Haunted Hotel – Victim's Perspective](https://irenelaw.com/the-haunted-hotel-victims-perspective/) - After so long, I'm finally in the mood to continue with the last part of the story. WOW! It happened way back in November 2013! Ok... So now, I'll tell you about those who were "selected". Three of our travel mates, 3 young chaps were the "lucky" ones. All three had scratches on their back - [Happy Goat Year 2015](https://irenelaw.com/happy-goat-year-2015/) - Happy Chinese New Year! Goat year this year. A mandatory post to wish you a very happy celebrations and may the year be a good one. Normally the post will be prepared on the eve but this year on the first day of CNY. Photos are fresh out from this morning events. Wearing red for - [Penang 7-10 Jan 2015 (Part 4)](https://irenelaw.com/penang-7-10-jan-2015-part-4/) - The last part is finally up! Busy busy busy... CNY is around the corner. Let's finish up this post before welcoming the year of the goat. After seafood lunch, we headed back to the island. First stop, Snake Temple. Icky! I don't like snake... It's so scary to go in there but managed to go - [Penang 7-10 Jan 2015 (Part 1)](https://irenelaw.com/penang-7-10-jan-2015-part-1/) - Let's see will I manage to get this post done before CNY hehehe... Not many photos taken and not many places we went. It's my second time in Penang. The trip was rather unplanned even though ticket was booked months back. We touched down, hopped in the car and looked for our apartment. After that, - [Penang 7-10 Jan 2015 (Part 2)](https://irenelaw.com/penang-7-10-jan-2015-part-2/) - WOW! It's been more than 10 days since the last post. Now, last day of January. How time flies!? 1st month of 2015 is gone... Day 2, we had no plan. We just looked at the map and simply pick some places. First stop was Kek Lok Si. Came here before so nothing interest me - [Penang 7-10 Jan 2015 (Part 3)](https://irenelaw.com/penang-7-10-jan-2015-part-3/) - Final second part of Penang trip. This is our last day in Penang. I'm splitting it into two posts. First stop was Taman Rekreasi Kuari. Lots of monkeys around. Nothing much to see. If you are here for morning walk or hike, yes, you'll find it interesting but not for us. Not even in proper - [Fish Frenzy Cafe](https://irenelaw.com/fish-frenzy-cafe/) - 15/1/15 today! I slacked hehehe... One week ago today I was in Penang. Now I'm back! Haven't post about food for quite some time. Went to Fish Frenzy Cafe (SOHO 188, Ground Floor Lot 18713 Block 11 Jalan Wan Alwi 93350 Kuching) few weeks ago. A new shop at SOHO 188 area. There are so - [Redoxy](https://irenelaw.com/redoxy/) - Came across Redoxy few months back. A friend was using it and let me tried. It's a direct sale product from Return Legacy. Her whole family is using it and they all are happy with the result. I've also seen the difference on my friend's skin. I decided to get one to try it out - [Happy 2015](https://irenelaw.com/happy-2015/) - First post of 2015. First time I joined countdown in Kuching. 2 years ago joined the countdown in Christchurch. All the other years, either just spent it at home, in Incheon Airport's toilet, or sleeping in hotel room in Singapore *LOL* Some food from New Year's Eve buffet at Aurora Court. Too bad, didn't eat - [Perth 3-7 Nov 2014: Part 5](https://irenelaw.com/perth-3-7-nov-2014-part-5/) - Last day in Perth. Met up with a friend who is one of my blog readers. We've known each other for more than 10 years! Too bad... We forgot to take photo together! MY GOSH! How can?!?! Finally see each other in person 10 years later! Don't even know whether there will be any second - [Perth 3-7 Nov 2014: Part 4](https://irenelaw.com/perth-3-7-nov-2014-part-4/) - Day 4, very early in the morning, 7am we started our journey to Margaret River with Out & About Wine Tours. This was the most expensive tour we booked, AUD245, full day tour. They picked us up from our hotel so we didn't have to walk to any pick-up point, enough of walking so much. - [Tourism Appreciation Night 2014](https://irenelaw.com/tourism-appreciation-night-2014/) - Last Sunday, it was my first time attending Tourism Appreciation Night 2014. Went there with my colleagues on behalf of the company. Dress code of the night was red and/or white. Nothing much to do while waiting for VVIPs, so played with the gingerbread men :P Ate one of them too as we couldn't start - [Jingle Bell... Busy Bell...](https://irenelaw.com/jingle-bell/) - Oh busy busy this holiday season. Supposed to post my final part of Perth trip but was a bit lazy and tired last weekend, so I didn't prepare any post. Thought of posting the post about Tourism Appreciation Night 2014 that I attended but it's quite late already. Time to go to sleep soon. Maybe - [Perth 3-7 Nov 2014: Part 3](https://irenelaw.com/perth-3-7-nov-2014-part-3/) - Day 3, we went to Rottnest Island. Went to Barrack Street Jetty again to catch the cruise. We signed up with Rottnest Express. Took the package of ferry and coach tour which cost AUD146 per adult. Was hoping to catch a glimpse of whale or dolphin while on the ferry but none. I also slept - [Christmas at Four Points By Sheraton Kuching](https://irenelaw.com/christmas-at-four-points-by-sheraton-kuching/) - Christmas is around the corner!! Meaning the year is ending. Oh no! Why time flies so fast? Experienced an early celebration of Christmas with glorious food from Four Points By Sheraton Kuching. It's been a long time not attending this kind of event. Glad to be part of it. Was invited to join the associates - [Perth 3-7 Nov 2014: Part 2](https://irenelaw.com/perth-3-7-nov-2014-part-2/) - Day 2 in Perth. We headed to Fremantle. We went with Captain Cook Cruise, AUD38 for return trip. We took the cruise from Barrack Street Jetty. It's walking distant from the hotel about 15-20mins walk. We walked along the Swan River, very cold wind from the river! Didn't get to meet any swan though... The - [Perth 3-7 Nov 2014: Part 1](https://irenelaw.com/perth-3-7-nov-2015-part-1/) - One week ago, I was in Perth. Now that I'm back, it's time to get this post going. It was quite a drama before the flight. I booked my ticket months ago but I never realized I need to apply ETA. Of all the times I went in and out of OZ without issue was - [Holika Holika - Naked Face Foundation Powder SPF26 PA+ ](https://irenelaw.com/holika-holika-naked-face-foundation-powder-spf26-pa/) - Finally I finished up my foundation and I decided to try some Korean product. Ended up buying from Holika Holika. It was less than RM100, don't remember the actual price, it was on offer, it was around RM80+. Was told that it provides all-in-one function. Because I'm just too lazy, especially in the morning, so - [Hello Perth!](https://irenelaw.com/hello-perth/) - By the time you read this, I should be in Perth already. An impromptu trip. Booked the ticket on impulse *LOL* Gonna be away from work for a week. Wish can be longer, the actual days in Perth is only 5 days, very rush trip. Oh well... Better than nothing. Since this trip is short, - [Stila Stay All Day Waterproof Liquid Eye Liner](https://irenelaw.com/stila-stay-all-day-waterproof-liquid-eye-liner/) - I got Stila Stay All Day Waterproof Liquid Eye Liner from Zalora because of the voucher given to me for attending Zalora press function last month. I decided to give it a go on Stila Stay All Day Waterproof Liquid Eye Liner. It is priced at RM65. I won't even think of buying eyeliner at - [NYX Jumbo Eye Pencil](https://irenelaw.com/nyx-jumbo-eye-pencil/) - NYX Jumbo Eye Pencil, something I bought during the opening of Sephora. No idea what to get and ended up getting this. Was thinking on which colour to get and I ended up getting gold. Lately, I love gold colour so much my everyday eye colour, blame it on Kate *LOL*. I don't remember the - [Citizen Eco-Drive Silhouette Watch EW8690-53A](https://irenelaw.com/citizen-eco-drive-silhouette-watch-ew8690-53a/) - My Fossil watch had served me for years and finally it's having problem. Changed battery twice, the third time, it started to show problem. Not sure whether it was damaged by the person who changed the battery or the lifetime is over. It's quite impossible, less than 5 years and generally analogue watch can last - [Mint & Basil](https://irenelaw.com/mint-basil/) - Another Vietnamese establishment, Mint & Basil, this one at tHe Spring. The interior decorations is not bad. Quite nice. I like the style but it looks more like coffee chain to me than a Vietnamese restaurant. I have high expectations on the pho bo (RM13.90), this pho didn't live up to my expectations. It's way - [Speak Eazy The Alternative Bar ](https://irenelaw.com/speak-eazy-the-alternative-bar/) - Another smoke-free bar in Kuching. Located at Carpenter Street and not too far away from Drunk Monkey. Speak Eazy The Alternative Bar (No. 61, Ewe Hai Street (Carpenter Street)) has different theme. This is where you can enjoy some boardgames and chit chat with your friends. A very safe place to be, noticed many young - [Clarins Instant Eye Make-up Remover (Waterproof and Heavy Make-up)](https://irenelaw.com/clarins-instant-eye-make-up-remover-waterproof-and-heavy-make-up/) - It's October! One more month to Perth!! Ok... Enough of food and event posts for the time being. Going to post about skincare product. I managed to try out Clarins Instant Eye Make-up Remover (Waterproof and Heavy Make-up) and the result is amazing! Clarins Instant Eye Make Up Remover is a refreshing dual-phase lotion that - [SS Exclusive: The Body Shop Eye Makeup at Discounted Price](https://irenelaw.com/ss-exclusive-the-body-shop-eye-makeup-at-discounted-prices/) - I'm selling 3 products from The Body Shop at discounted price. All of them came all the way from UK, original price for each of the item costs more than RM35 but I'm selling at a very amazing low price, RM15 each! All AUTHENTIC! I don't sell fake stuffs. If you are interested, please leave - [Library @ ST3](https://irenelaw.com/library-st3/) - Library is finally in Kuching! I know I'm late in posting this hahaha... Long long time ago... Now only post about it hahaha... It's one of the happening places at night in Kuching. Located at ST3, went there once and won't go back, just not my kind of place to hang out. Music is too - [Zalora Pop-up Store at CityOne](https://irenelaw.com/zalora-pop-up-store-at-cityone/) - Yesterday, at CityOne, attended a function organized by Zalora. I've not been to CityOne for ages until now. Just found out Zalora Pop-Up store is now in Kuching. However, it won't be there for long, only from 16th to 30th September. Left: The Marketing Director of Zalora Malaysia, Luca Barberis, with the PR manager Anna. - [Japanese Food Overloaded](https://irenelaw.com/japanese-food-overloaded/) - If you notice, I've been eating Japanese food quite a fair bit this year. The first I had ever since I came back was Minoru. Last time it was only Ten-ichi (monthly for food tasting) and random Sushi King. Lately, it seems like Japanese cuisine is getting its foot into Kuching. Many establishments are mushrooming - [Langkawi (11 – 14 May 2014) – Part 6](https://irenelaw.com/langkawi-11-14-may-2014-part-6/) - After Makam Mahsuri, we headed to Burn Rice at Padang Matsirat. You will first go through lots of shops selling tidbits and souvenirs. Then you will reach the field where it was burnt. No admission fee at all. I'm expecting black field but oppsss... It's green! *LOL* That's because it was burnt long time ago - [The Grand Unveiling](https://irenelaw.com/the-grand-unveiling/) - The Veil Wedding Gallery, finally reopens after going through a facelift. It's an honoured to be invited to attend the grand unveiling yesterday. All the imported dresses. I touched and felt them... Very good quality! You know one when you hold them. This is the kind of quality you should be wearing for your big - [A Birthday Post](https://irenelaw.com/a-birthday-post/) - Another year older... Parents bought me a mango fresh cream cake last night instead on the actual day. Spending this day with them too. This afternoon we went to sign some stuffs. Imagine two rims of A4 papers. That's how much we signed, took 1 hour! Today, was expecting someone to celebrate or at least - [Sephora is Finally in Kuching!](https://irenelaw.com/sephora-is-finally-in-kuching/) - Getting Benefit, Stila, NYX, Bare Escentuals, Urban Decay and etc. is no longer a dream for those in Kuching! You don't have to go all the way to KL or Singapore for them! HAPPY!! 1st September, marked the opening of Sephora (the 9th outlet) at tHe Spring and was lucky enough to be able to - [Softly Unveil The Veil](https://irenelaw.com/softly-unveil-the-veil/) - Today, the soft opening of The Veil Wedding Gallery located at Jalan Tan Sri Ong Kee Hui, 93300 Kuching, just opposite of SUPP HQ. They have a new look and you are invited to attend on the 6-7 September, 10 am onwards. However, it's by invite only. There will be programmes happening at The Veil - [Unveiling The Veil](https://irenelaw.com/unveiling-the-veil/) - During this long weekend, head over to tHe Spring to unveil something different. Starting from 30th to 1st September, you can get exclusive invite to unveil The Veil that will happen on 7th September. The unique way in creating awareness to the public on what's good and bad for a wedding gown. They are beautiful! - [Langkawi (11 – 14 May 2014) – Part 5](https://irenelaw.com/langkawi-11-14-may-2014-part-5/) - WOW! Still quite a number of Langkawi posts pending. Some of you might have known that I will be heading to Perth this November, told you online purchase is dangerous! HAHAH! I bought the ticket by impulse! *gulp* I shop more online than in physical shops -.-" Now I have to worry about the accommodation - [Events Horizon at SHEDA Expo at BCCK (22-24 August 2014)](https://irenelaw.com/sheda-expo-bcck-22-24-august-2014/) - This weekend, if you have nothing to do or you are looking for properties be it for investment or otherwise, do drop by Borneo Convention Centre Kuching (BCCK) for SHEDA Expo. Truth to be told, I'm hunting for a house now, any of you can recommend any? Gonna drop by this expo to find out - [ZenQ Desserts @ Premier 101](https://irenelaw.com/zenq-desserts-premier-101/) - Ever since I tried out Dessert Story in Adelaide, I'm sort of craving for it from time to time. Finally, there's something like this in Kuching, ZenQ Desserts @ Premier 101. When I was still in Adelaide, I saw people posting about this dessert place in Kuching. Now that I'm back for good, I do - [Dessert Story in Adelaide](https://irenelaw.com/dessert-story-in-adelaide/) - Dessert Story is one of the dessert chains/franchise serving various hot and cold Hong Kong and Taiwan desserts. Heard quite a fair bit about it and finally I managed to go there back in October! Yes! Another October post. So far, went there twice. Left: Taro ball tofu pudding (AUD6.20), you can have it hot - [Langkawi (11 – 14 May 2014) – Part 4](https://irenelaw.com/langkawi-11-14-may-2014-part-4/) - A quick one here... We went to Langkawi Underwater World (Pantai Cenang, 07000 Langkawi, Kedah) after lunch. Entrance fee was RM30, only for those with MyKad else it's going to be RM40. It's not bright in there, flash photography is not allowed and animal moves! Hence, I failed to take any decent photos. I decided - [Langkawi (11 – 14 May 2014) – Part 3](https://irenelaw.com/langkawi-11-14-may-2014-part-3/) - After a long wait, part 3 is finally here, our second day in Langkawi. We started our day early. First, we hunted for breakfast. We came across Restoran Haji Ali (Lot 98, Pusat Perniagaan Kelana Mas, Kedah, 07000 Kuah, Pulau Langkawi) and decided to just settled our breakfast here. Since there were 3 Muslims in - [Selamat Hari Raya Aidilfitri 2014](https://irenelaw.com/selamat-hari-raya-aidilfitri-2014/) - Selamat Hari Raya Aidilfitri! It's a long weekend, a good break for most people. However, time sure flies, the holiday is almost over, aiksss... I haven't really enjoy it yet. Finally went for the long awaited massage on Saturday and karaoke on Sunday. Today, gonna do hair treatment. At least I have things planned out - [Jewellery For Your Outfit](https://irenelaw.com/jewellery-for-your-outfit/) - It's been a long long time not writing something educational hahaha... Just having this mood of sharing some fashion tips and you will know why I'm sharing this at the end of the post ;p. Those who know me know that I don't wear jewellery except necklace. This, also once in a blue moon just - [Minoru Japanese Restaurant](https://irenelaw.com/minoru-japanese-restaurant/) - This is one busy week, gonna work 7 days this week! Hopefully I'll be better this weekend as I've been having cough since last week -.-" I seriously need my voice back for this weekend. Anyway, here's a food post from me. It's been awhile. I seldom blog about food now because I seldom eat - [Drunk Monkey Old Street Bar](https://irenelaw.com/drunk-monkey-old-street-bar/) - I've been hearing about Drunk Monkey Old Street Bar (68, Carpenter Street) for quite awhile but never go there reason being I don't drink (Well... not 100%, a little, only once in a blue moon) and I don't go to night spots in Kuching unless with friends but I won't bother going most of the - [Langkawi (11 – 14 May 2014) – Part 2](https://irenelaw.com/langkawi-11-14-may-2014-part-2/) - Continue on from Part 1 after a long break about this trip... Goodness... I really can't find the time and energy to do updates like I used to :( We headed to Dataran Lang aka Eagle Square after lunch to see the famous statue of the eagle in Langkawi. Seriously... At the entrance, there's this - [Ramadhan is Around...](https://irenelaw.com/ramadhan-is-around/) - Hello!!! Have been really busy with work, especially this. Dressing up like this for a company function. Never in my life wearing a jubah. Fits me just right just that the length is really quite painful, easily step on it. Was required to walk around a lot ushering the guests, luckily didn't trip =.=" Few - [RWMF 2014](https://irenelaw.com/rwmf-2014/) - Can you believe this is the first time I go to RWMF (Rainforest World Music Festival)? Believe it! If you've been following me, you know I've never been there in the past. This year, I was finally there! Last night! Mainly because we got free passes and it's partially work related. So off we went - [The Haunted Hotel - From My Roommate Perspective](https://irenelaw.com/the-haunted-hotel-from-my-roommate-perspective/) - Remember my encounter with the haunted hotel in Bintulu last year? This time, it's from my roommate perspective. Not going to be a long one. Apparently, my roommate could sense these "things", it's a part of her. She didn't tell me anything while we were in Bintulu. She only shared with me after we're in - [It's Snowing Cotton in Kuching](https://irenelaw.com/its-snowing-cotton-in-kuching/) - It's been a long time I didn't upload any video. This is the latest video I took. Was there at the right time. Amazing! The cotton tree is very old, almost 100 years, located at Padang Merdeka. The cotton is growing now, getting more and more. I did post about it before but only photos, - [Langkawi (11 - 14 May 2014) - Part 1](https://irenelaw.com/langkawi-11-14-may-2014/) - Last month, went to Langkawi for a short getaway. Exactly 3 months after I started work. Seriously needed a break and this came at the right time. Flight ticket for return trip was so cheap! Less than RM150 from Air Asia, no check-in luggage. Direct Kuching to Langkawi. Very worth it! It's my first trip - [Ladies Beatles in Kuching](https://irenelaw.com/ladies-beatles-in-kuching/) - I'm slacking again! Not really, just too busy :( Finally an update. Yesterday, went on a field trip with colleagues combing 6 major hotels in town. One of them took a picture of us crossing the road and it turned out this way! SO FUNNY! He just simply snapped and it suddenly reminded him of - [Gawai with a Difference](https://irenelaw.com/gawai-with-a-difference/) - Gawai is around the corner. It's gonna be a long weekend for Sarawak starting 1st June. Sabah too as they are celebrating their Hari Kaamatan on 31st May. These two states situated in the Borneo Island are very different from West Malaysia. Not many people know about us even the Malaysians themselves. I'm half Bidayuh. - [Cotton Tree in Kuching](https://irenelaw.com/cotton-tree-in-kuching/) - The famous cotton tree in Kuching. One of the oldest trees in the middle of the city, located at Padang Merdeka. I've been hearing about it but never get the chance to see it with my own eyes even though I've been staying here all my life! Last month, I've been seeing cotton flying around - [Customize Your Military Tag](https://irenelaw.com/customize-your-military-tag/) - Was fortunate enough to be given with a military tag for review few weeks back. What is this?!?! Frankly, I didn't know what it's for, all I know is that it is a tag which the military men wear on their neck for identification purpose but I didn't see the point of us having it. - [You Don't See This Everyday...](https://irenelaw.com/you-dont-see-this-everyday/) - At least in my blog hehehe... I have to wear like this at least 6 days a week! I'm just thankful that I don't have to cover up my toes else it will be such a torture. Photos was taken by my colleague while we're on our field trip. Frankly, I hate dressing up this - [Nam Nam Cafe](https://irenelaw.com/nam-nam-cafe/) - Ever since I got back from Australia, there's no way to get Vietnamese pho in Kuching. The one I had in Paris last year was a disaster, not only it's not right but blardy expensive! When my friend told me that his friend's Vietnamese wife gave the thumb of approval on the Vietnamese coffee shop - [The Haunted Hotel - From My Perspective](https://irenelaw.com/the-haunted-hotel-from-my-perspective/) - It's been a busy week. I'll just use text for this post, no photos to share anyway. No luxury of time to "beautify" this post with photos too. Remember my Sarawak road trip last year? We encountered a haunted hotel in Bintulu. I did not exactly feel "it", only blurted something I normally won't say - [Finally, In a Kebaya](https://irenelaw.com/finally-in-a-kebaya/) - Remember the kebaya I bought last year in Melaka? Never had the chance to officially wear it. Finally the chance was here early this month. Wore it to my company's annual award night but too bad wasn't entitled to any award or even lucky draw as I'm still new hehehe... Had fun dressed up though. - [Barossa Valley Autumn 2012 - Part 1](https://irenelaw.com/barossa-valley-autumn-2012-part-1/) - After The Whispering Wall, we headed to wineries in Barossa Valley. Really love this view. Mountainous and magnificent views. Can't help it but marvelled at mother nature's creation. I can't even find this kind of view back in Malaysia. However, in Las Vegas, it's all the grand skyscrapers with colourful lights. We went in two - [Han's Dim Sum](https://irenelaw.com/hans-dim-sum/) - Hans Dim Sum or Han's Coffee Shop is where you can get dim sum without pork, no pork served. Located at Central Park, next to Jolibee Food Court. Rather hard to find the place if you are not familiar with the area. It's located away the main road, the row of shops at the back - [P Cafe](https://irenelaw.com/p-cafe/) - P Cafe (Jalan Wan Alwi, 93350 Kuching, Sarawak) located just at the other shop lot of Choice World at Jalan Wan Alwi. Never bother to try out until last week. Couldn't decide where to eat and ended up here after did a bit of grocery shopping. Simple interior design and clean. I would put it - [Malaysians Can Withdraw Paypal Now! - Debit Card Version (1)](https://irenelaw.com/malaysians-can-withdraw-paypal-now-debit-card-version/) - Notice something in Paypal? This is a good news to all of us! We do not need Accent card, VMI card, E-trade or whatever anymore! You just need to use your credit card or debit card with MasterCard or Visa logo to withdraw your money! Cool... They charge USD5 per transaction. At least it's safer - [Porkies](https://irenelaw.com/porkies/) - Pokies (Ground Floor, PL 26, Lot 11388, Tabuan Heights Commercial Centre, Jalan Song, 93350 Kuching)... No stranger to many people in Kuching. I've been hearing my friends talking about it since I was in Adelaide. After I came back, I finally visited the place few months later. First time with friends, the second time with - [Kate Slim Gel Pencil](https://irenelaw.com/kate-slim-gel-pencil/) - Kate Slim Gel Pencil (RM44) is a twist-up gel pencil liner. Got this last year June and finally opened it to use. The tip is very fine and easily glide on. The colour is intense enough. It's easy to use, no tugging at all. Even with shaky hand, you won't get it all messy, a - [CooperVision Biomedics 1 day Extra ](https://irenelaw.com/coopervision-biomedics-1-day-extra/) - I've been wearing contact lens for more than 10 years. Most of the time, I'm using monthly disposable lens. Only when I go traveling I would use daily disposable lens because it's just too bulky to bring that big bottle of solution. Tried one brand before but it was quite drying. This time, I was - [Bourjois Paris 54 Rose Frisson](https://irenelaw.com/bourjois-paris-54-rose-frisson/) - The baked texture transforms when applied to the skin into an ultra-fine pressed powder, which is easy to apply and blends impeccably. One stroke of the brush reveals the irresistible aroma of the rose scented powder. I bought Bourjois Paris 54 Rose Frisson (£7.99) in the UK on my previous trip. The smell is a - [Officially 1 Year 2 Days](https://irenelaw.com/officially-1-year-2-days/) - Supposed to post it on 3rd March but was too occupied with things and was quite tired. 020313, the day I bid Adelaide goodbye indefinitely. That day was also likely to be the last goodbye, the last hug, and the last conversation I had with the one who sent me to the airport. The night - [Restoran He Ping](https://irenelaw.com/restoran-he-ping/) - Just realized that today is the last day of February. Another long-time-ago post ;p It was last September trip. Before heading back to the airport to go back to Kuching, we went to Broga for the famous grilled bamboo fish at Restoran He Ping (Lot4903a, Jalan Tanah Pinggir, 71750, Broga, N. Sembilan). We went there - [Restoran Satay Malaysia (Nyuk Lan)](https://irenelaw.com/restaurant-satay-malaysia-nyuk-lan/) - Ahem... It's been awhile. This post was supposed to be posted last year, about 3-4 months ago but never get to post about it. Since I'm running out of things to blog, I have to dig this out. The price might have increased already. Was there way back in September 2013. Restaurant Satay Malaysia also - [East Meets West Weekend Hi-Tea Buffet at Hotel Grand Continental](https://irenelaw.com/east-meets-west-weekend-hi-tea-buffet-at-hotel-grand-continental/) - Was invited to Hotel Grand Continental for Hi-Tea last weekend. They are introducing East Meets West Weekend Hi-Tea Buffet starting now until the end of the year. You'll get 4 different themes in a month. Please bear in mind that it's only on Sunday. Week 1: Thai Cuisine & Hearty American Week 2: Asian Spices - [Happy Belated Valentine's & Chap Goh Mei](https://irenelaw.com/happy-belated-valentines-chap-goh-mei/) - These are some photos I took yesterday to commemorate my very first time spending Valentine's & Chap Goh Mei alone. Flowers aren't mine. Belonged to my friend who got them sent to the office. No idea who sent it though. Haven't take photo of flowers for a long long time. Lots of hotels and eateries - [140214](https://irenelaw.com/140214/) - Gosh... Very tired... This year, spending my very first Chap Goh Meh alone. As for Valentine's Day, it's been like this all these years. Even though I'm alone this year without my family and even a lover, it's not a bad thing, I love to spend it this way, being alone after a whole day - [No more short](https://irenelaw.com/no-more-short/) - OK! An update is due! it's been 5 days since the last post! I'm slowing down again sigh... One more day to go and that's it! I'll be working full-time like anybody else. My updates will likely be even slower as I won't be able to update too much due to the nature of the - [Bioglo Cherry Pink Lip Cream](https://irenelaw.com/bioglo-cherry-pink-lip-cream/) - Bioglo Cherry Pink Lip Cream was given to me as a gift. Finally tried it out last few days. You can only buy this from Cosway. This product claimed to be able to lighten your discoloured lips and also can be used on the nipple to lighten the nipple colour. How is it? Colour: It's - [Happy Horse Year 2014](https://irenelaw.com/happy-horse-year-2014/) - 2014, the year of the horse. I'm just trying to enjoy my last few days of freedom. Don't have much celebration mood this year. Even the market out there was pretty quiet. I guess everyone is trying not to spend too much, money is tight these days. Also, fireworks and firecrackers are far less too. - [Hoyu Bigen Prominous Milky Color Light Mahogany Copper Brown](https://irenelaw.com/hoyu-bigen-prominous-milky-color-light-mahogany-copper-brown/) - The last time I coloured my own hair was in Adelaide, that time I was using Kao Japan Liese Bubble Hair Color Dark Chocolat. The colour was still visible until today before I colour it again. At the hair end of course. I thought of going back to use the same brand but I saw - [Kusmi Tea](https://irenelaw.com/kusmi-tea/) - So, I'm done with all my travel posts. No more. Don't think there will be anymore to come with the new lifestyle I'm going to embark next month. Gonna miss all those freedom and flexibility. Let's talk about tea today. I bought Kusmi Tea from Paris last year. There were so many choices and I - [Sarawak+Brunei Road Trip (18-25/11/2013) – Part 9](https://irenelaw.com/sarawakbrunei-road-trip-18-25112013-part-9/) - We reached Limbang at night from Brunei. Was quite late already. Limbang is located on the banks of the Limbang River (Sungai Limbang in Malay), between the two halves of Brunei. Owing to its geographical location, Limbang is completely cut off from the rest of Sarawak's road network. It however has good road links to - [Sarawak+Brunei Road Trip (18-25/11/2013) – Part 8](https://irenelaw.com/sarawakbrunei-road-trip-18-25112013-part-8/) - To Brunei we went. None of us had been there before. All so excited. Left: Going tru' immigration. Right: Welcome to Brunei! Not staying there, we were just passing by... Only spent few hours there before we headed to Limbang. Views that greeted us while we try to locate the tourism office of Brunei. Left: - [Lime Cornflakes Cookies](https://irenelaw.com/lime-cornflakes-cookies/) - Sorry people. I had tried my best yesterday. I had to do it. Please don't hate me.:P Did this for Chinese New Year. Finally can blog about it. Actually I modified the recipe again from Honeystar Cookies. Ingredients: A 100gm butter 110gm fine sugar B 1 egg yolk 1 tablespoon of lime juice C 120gm - [Sarawak+Brunei Road Trip (18-25/11/2013) – Part 6](https://irenelaw.com/sarawakbrunei-road-trip-18-25112013-part-6/) - Last day of of 2013. I figured I should update something. Better continue with the road trip post. The longer it is, the more details I forget. It's already evening when we arrived Bintulu. It is 650 kilometers from Kuching and the fourth largest town in Sarawak. You can fly or drive here. Since no - [Sarawak+Brunei Road Trip (18-25/11/2013) – Part 7](https://irenelaw.com/sarawakbrunei-road-trip-18-25112013-part-7/) - I'm sure you had enough of my big face that greeted you for the first few days of 2014 hahahaha... Let's get back to business. After Bintulu, we drove to Miri. It was about 2-3 hours drive. Not so bad but my nose and my head weren't in very good shape already. When we saw - [Be Right Back](https://irenelaw.com/be-right-back/) - Almost a week not updating this blog. I'm still alive! Don't worry. As if anyone would care ;p It's a crazy week! Suddenly I got a part-time job offer without going tru' interview, what's more I have got no experience in it too. Thought it was a case of mistaken identity but good to know - [Hello 2014!](https://irenelaw.com/hello-2014/) - It's the first day of 2014. Wishing all of you a very happy new year! Haven't post season greetings post like this for ages! Oh the vainpot! ;p Resolutions? Only one. Every year the same, only came through in 2012 but it didn't last long just like how I lost my kite. I made a - [Reflections 2011, 2012 & 2013](https://irenelaw.com/reflections-2011-2012-2013/) - It's the time of the year when people start to reflect on what they've done throughout the year and set new resolutions for the new year. I never set any resolution until early 2011 before heading to Adelaide, only one. What's more... Never reflect until now. The one single resolution was never achieved. At the - [Joy to the World of Balloons at Boulevard](https://irenelaw.com/joy-to-the-world-of-balloons-at-boulevard/) - Busy, busy, busy, need to get some work done before January if possible. That's why update is so slow this time. This post is going to be a quick one. Just going to share with you the mini balloons exhibition at Boulevard Shopping Mall in Kuching. It's ending real soon. Started on 21st Dec and - [Isthmus Christmas in the Garden @ BCCK](https://irenelaw.com/isthmus-christmas-in-the-garden-bcck/) - Finally got to go to BCCK food tasting last night. This video is the lighting of the Christmas tree at BCCK. Just a short one, couldn't take any longer as my camera was running out of battery. Thought it would be enough for the night so I didn't charge but who knows... Just one video - [Sarawak+Brunei Road Trip (18-25/11/2013) – Part 5](https://irenelaw.com/sarawakbrunei-road-trip-18-25112013-part-5/) - Gonna do a quick post. Feeling a bit lazy these days ;p The road to Mukah was extremely bumpy. Very torturing -.-" You get to see some pink, purple, and white flowers growing wild along the way. It's called the bamboo orchid. Not only that, you can see many different types of modern longhouses too. - [Sarawak+Brunei Road Trip (18-25/11/2013) – Part 4](https://irenelaw.com/sarawakbrunei-road-trip-18-25112013-part-4/) - Last part of Sibu trip. This is definitely what you can't see daily if you don't live here. These large boats are known as floating supermarkets which serve the rural communities along the river. Very interesting right? Again, my first time seeing such thing! The 114-year old Sibu Eng Ann Teng Tua Peh Kong temple - [Sarawak+Brunei Road Trip (18-25/11/2013) – Part 3](https://irenelaw.com/sarawakbrunei-road-trip-18-25112013-part-3/) - After hanging around the express boat terminal, we went to the Sibu Central Market. This is my first time seeing chicken being sold like this. Interesting... Durian season!! Cannot miss it. Had my first taste of durian after more than 2 years. This is also the culprit that made me sick ;p Too heaty. Left: - [Sarawak+Brunei Road Trip (18-25/11/2013) - Part 2](https://irenelaw.com/sarawakbrunei-road-trip-18-25112013-part-2/) - After Sri Aman, we drove to Sibu, about 3 hours drive. Hehehe... We were greeted with toll! We were shocked hahaha... Didn't know there's actually toll being charged in Sarawak. That proves that we're all too narrow sighted ;p Something new for all of us! Well, well, well... I was in Sibu more than 20 - [Sarawak+Brunei Road Trip (18-25/11/2013) - Part 1](https://irenelaw.com/sarawakbrunei-road-trip-18-26112013-part-1/) - Let's start a quick post of my road trip with CatsFM's Rangers 2 weeks back. We gathered early at CatsFM office waiting to depart to our first destination Sri Aman. Left: The team of Cats Rangers working hard to promote Visit Sarawak Year 2014 during this road trip. The promotional activities are ongoing throughout the - [Port Dickson (7/9/2013)](https://irenelaw.com/port-dickson-792013/) - All right, I should get this post over with before starting with the last week road trip. Suddenly I'm a travel blogger, blogging all about my travels these few months. Aikss... Not fully recovered from the road trip yet, body still aching, a little bit of cough and blocked nose hahaha... Can only manage to - [I'm Back!](https://irenelaw.com/im-back/) - Finally I'm back after going missing for more than a week. Was on a road trip from Kuching to Limbang and not to forget Brunei with Cats Rangers. It was an interesting road trip. So much to see, so much to learn. It has given me a different perspective of Sarawak. This is a huge - [Visit Sarawak Year 2014 Media Campaign Launch](https://irenelaw.com/visit-sarawak-year-2014-media-campaign-launch/) - Soo... I will be away on the ultimate Sarawak+Brunei road trip of my life with CatsFM starting tomorrow lasting 8 days. Why is this happening? This is because next year will be Visit Sarawak Year 2014. Starting now, there will be lots of campaign promoting Sarawak to the world and I'm happy and glad to - [Adidas First Flagship Store in Kuching](https://irenelaw.com/adidas-first-flagship-store-in-kuching/) - I've been so busy these days. So many things need to settle before going off on an ultimate road trip discovering Sarawak and Brunei starting next Monday. Will talk more about it when the time come. This post today is about the first Adidas Flagship Store in Kuching. The launching was this afternoon. Honoured to - [Melaka Trip (6-7 Sept 2013) – Part 6](https://irenelaw.com/melaka-trip-6-7-sept-2013-part-6/) - Last part of Melaka trip. We finally found Rong Mao Dim Sum (32, Jalan Tukang Emas, 75200 Melaka) after asking the local people there. We almost gave up and just wanted to go to any Nyonya eatery for breakfast. It's located opposite Masjid Kampung Kling. This mosque doesn't look like a mosque, more like Chinese - [Melaka Trip (6-7 Sept 2013) – Part 5](https://irenelaw.com/melaka-trip-6-7-sept-2013-part-5/) - Evening approached, the night market at Jonker Street started. Bought this coconut shake, refreshing, tasted not bad but I think they're using old coconut for it. The bits and pieces of the coconut flesh was quite tough. Don't remember how much it was.This is not the original one. I was expecting it see scoop of - [The Journey, Coming 30th Jan 2014](https://irenelaw.com/the-journey-coming-30th-jan-2014/) - Aiks... The 4th day of November, 2013 is ending real soon! Was rather occupied last week. Finally get to update this post now. Last Friday, I was invited to interview The Journey's director and watched the documentary of The Journey known as End Credits at GSC CityOne. It was also one eventful night that got - [KATE GOLDISH EYES PK-1](https://irenelaw.com/kate-goldish-eyes-pk-1/) - This post is supposed to post in June but I only got the mood to experiment with it recently. Was lucky to be one of those bloggers who got hold of KATE GOLDISH EYES, one of the latest eye makeup palettes from Kate. It was launched in May 2013. KATE GOLDISH EYES contains two unique - [Melaka Trip (6-7 Sept 2013) – Part 4](https://irenelaw.com/melaka-trip-6-7-sept-2013-part-4/) - This trip sure take a long time to complete *LOL* The view from St. Paul's Hill. Can you see a ship there? It's a replica of Portuguese ship called Flora de la Mar that which sank in the coast of Melaka while on its way to Portugal. This is The Maritime Museum (Jalan Quayside, 75000 - [Phone Interview with Khan Lee](https://irenelaw.com/phone-interview-with-khan-lee/) - Few weeks back, I was invited to join a phone interview session with Khan Lee. So... This is how phone interview works, interview with phone! *LOL* Who is Khan Lee? I'm sure most people don't know who he is. Do you know Ang Lee? Khan Lee is Ang Lee's brother. However, Ang Lee is not - [Bourjois Volume Clubbing Waterproof Mascara](https://irenelaw.com/bourjois-volume-clubbing-waterproof/) - I had bought a new mascara few months back from UK. Didn't do any research on what to buy, just simply decided on it on the spot. So, I ended up with Bourjois Volume Clubbing Waterproof Mascara (£7.99). I was attracted to its waterproof claim some more with its claim saying that it's tested at - [Importance of Keywords](https://irenelaw.com/importance-of-keywords/) - I always got question from people about how to get traffic to their blogs and my answer to them is always the same, keywords! I only practice them when I feel like it, I don't do it in every single post of mine. Keywords are indeed very important to generate traffic from search engine. You - [Melaka Trip (6-7 Sept 2013) – Part 3](https://irenelaw.com/melaka-trip-6-7-sept-2013-part-3/) - Continue with Melaka trip post... After walking so much under the sweltering sun, we decided to stop by Restoran Famosa Chicken Rice Ball ( 28-30 Jalan Hang Kasturi, Off Jonker Street, Melaka 75200, Malaysia) for a break at the same time to try out the most-talk-about chicken rice ball in Melaka. There's quite a number - [tHe Spring's RAD Campaign Presented by Levi's](https://irenelaw.com/the-springs-rad-campaign-presented-by-levis/) - It's been a long time not attending fashion event. Seriously long! Was lucky to be invited to tHe Spring's RAD Campaign last night. It was attended by up to 500 Levi's customers and the highlight of the night was a fashion show by Levi's showcasing their new Levi's Revel, the jeans designed to be their - [Melaka Trip (6-7 Sept 2013) – Part 2](https://irenelaw.com/melaka-trip-6-7-sept-2013-part-2/) - After we check-in, we went to visit the bird nest museum known as Jonker Bird House. I tried to look for information about bird nest museum when I found out that our room came with entrance tickets to the museum but I couldn't find anything. Apparently Jonker Bird House is the museum it referred to. - [Time to Music in Novemeber](https://irenelaw.com/time-to-music-in-novemeber/) - Remember Hitz.fm Birthday Invasion LIVE Concert 2013 that I attended in KL last month? Kuching is going to have it too! YAY! From left – right - Mr Choo Meng Chung, Head of Regional Sales, S&S of Celcom Axiata Berhad, Dhan Andreas, Operation Manager Astro Radio Sarawak and DJ UNO, Project E.A.R It is “Time - [Cititel Mid Valley](https://irenelaw.com/cititel-mid-valley/) - Planning to post this later but I guess should post it earlier to preserve its freshness *LOL*. When I was in KL last month end, I stayed at Cititel Mid Valley. It's a 3-star hotel. Nothing much to expect anyway. The room and bathroom wasn't too small. It was all right for 2 people. Not - [Melaka Trip (6-7 Sept 2013) - Part 1](https://irenelaw.com/melaka-trip-6-7-sept-2013-part-1/) - The day after my birthday, I headed to KL with my family. The next day, 6/9/2013 (wow... more than a month ago ;p), we drove to Melaka for 2 days 1 night trip. It was so cloudy and was expecting it to rain very soon. Indeed! It rained right after we got into Red Square - [Penang Day 3 - Part 2: Burmese Buddhist Temple](https://irenelaw.com/penang-day-3-part-2-burmese-buddhist-temple/) - Extremely busy this week!! -.-" After visiting Thailand, it's Myanmar's turn now. *LOL* It's actually Burmese Buddhist Temple. Nothing much but it's so much bigger than Thai Buddhist Temple. There were so many photo opportunities there. The statues, the surrounding, the architecture, the colours... I just simple show you some. Didnt' even bother the good - [Penang Day 1: Penang Here I Come](https://irenelaw.com/penang-day-1-penang-here-i-come/) - The major jam on the way to aiport got me so worry that I migth miss my flight. I'm supposed to reach the airport before 6.30pm but didn't expect the jam was so terrible at Simpang Tiga flyover but luckily I'm still not the last one to arrive ;p Once we reached Penang, our friend - [Penang Day 2 - Part 2: Toy Museum](https://irenelaw.com/penang-day-2-part-2-toy-museum/) - After brunch, we went to Toy Museum. We came across it when we were hunting for breakfast. After brunch, we decided to go there since we had managed to find a place to visit. This is what happen when you don't plan your holiday. You got no idea where to go and just roam around - [Penang Day 2 - Part 1: Brunch @ Kang Hoe Coffee Shop](https://irenelaw.com/penang-day-2-part-1-brunch-kang-hoe-coffee-shop/) - Left: The place we're staying. On the 15th floor. Right: The morning view of the place we stayed. Just looked out of our windows from the bedrooms, this is what we got. Armed with a car, the 4 Kuchingites that got no prior planning on where to go went out on their own to look - [Penang Day 2 - Part 3: Back to Nature](https://irenelaw.com/penang-day-2-part-3-back-to-nature/) - On day 2 afternoon, our friends decided to bring us to experience the nature of Penang. There are lots of nice views to share with you. Enjoy the photos! The following is taken behind The Ship, the restaurant that serves great steak. It's very expensive to dine there. I only dine at The Ship once, - [Penang Day 2 - Part 4: Back to Nature, Tropical Spice Garden](https://irenelaw.com/penang-day-2-part-4-back-to-nature-tropical-spice-garden/) - Not as promised, I can't add in the dinner and birthday post because it's too long *LOL* So you will be expecting a part 5 coming tomorrow. Was hungry after visiting the dam and Penang Forestry Museum. Went to an islamic coffee shop at Batu Feringghi for tea break. We had roti canai and teh - [Penang Day 2 - Part 5: Dinner and a Birthday Party](https://irenelaw.com/penang-day-2-part-5-dinner-and-a-birthday-party/) - We went back early to have a rest and dinner before heading to a birthday party. After freshened up, played some simple boardgames, had a nap, off we went out to hunt for dinner. The night view of part of Batu Feringghi. Lots of eateries there. There's also night market along the whole stretch of - [Penang Day 3 - Part 1: Sun Yat-Sen, Breakfast, 2 Temples](https://irenelaw.com/penang-day-3-part-1-sun-yat-sen-breakfast-2-temples/) - Visited many places in day 3. Majority were temples. There are so many temples in Penang! It's temple day on day 3 *LOL* Now we venture into town instead of at Batu Feringghi area. At first we went to a very popular kopitiam that serves those cha siew, pork, duck, chicken rice but some of - [Penang Day 3 - Part 5: Dinner, Desserts, Flood, Supper](https://irenelaw.com/penang-day-3-part-5-dinner-desserts-flood-supper/) - Back to Penang post ;p Not even halfway tru' at least this is the last part of day 3. Day 3 was a long day for us. After all the temple visits during the day time, we went for dinner. Our first stop for dinner was Yi Garden. This is in the town area. I'm - [Penang Day 4 - Part 2: Institut Penyelidikan Perikanan, Penang Aquarium](https://irenelaw.com/penang-day-4-part-2-institut-penyelidikan-perikanan-penang-aquarium/) - After eating, we went to Institut Penyelidikan Perikanan which is also known as Penang Aquarium in Batu Maung. We didn't pay to go in, didn't plan to go in also because no photo taking allowed ;p Summore, they were closing too. We just walked around the outside and see whatever was out there. You could - [Penang Day 4 - Part 4: Penang Bridge, Queensbay Mall, T-Bowl, Ferry](https://irenelaw.com/penang-day-4-part-4-penang-bridge-queensbay-mall-t-bowl-ferry/) - Lots of places in one post ;p My Penang trip post will come to an end soon. It's time to see the famous Penang Bridge. Our friend brought us to somewhere in Bayan Lepas where there's a jetty that is specially built only to transport people to the resort which located on an island(in the - [Penang Day 3 - Part 3: Fort Cornwallis](https://irenelaw.com/penang-day-3-part-3-fort-cornwallis/) - After the temples, we went to Fort Cornwallis at Gurney. You will learn about the history of Francis Light and so on. We parked the car along the road which this view is just on the left. There we went to get ourselves educated about history. I forgot all of them already, it's a refresher - [Penang Day 3 - Part 4: Kek Lok Si](https://irenelaw.com/penang-day-3-part-4-kek-lok-si/) - Let's go to Kek Lok Si Temple first. I'll post about the other thing tomorrow or day later. Only day 3 *LOL* Not even half yet! In fact Kek Lok Si is very near to where my friends are staying. It's some sort of walking distant but we drove! :p Too tired to walk. Didn't - [Penang Day 4 - Part 1: Fruits, River, Beach](https://irenelaw.com/penang-day-4-part-1-fruits-river-beach/) - Day 4 destination was a bit of mystery. Didn't really know where our friends brought us. We spent most of the time being quite close to nature. We had breakfast at the same place we had our tea break on the second day. My friend bougth some local kueh for us to try. No idea - [Penang Day 4 - Part 3: War Museum](https://irenelaw.com/penang-day-4-part-3-war-museum/) - We went to War Museum after the aquarium. It's up there on the mountain. This is a really great place to go. It's another history refresher course to me ;p The entrance for an adult is RM15/person, foreigner is RM30/person. You must have your IC to proof that you are a Malaysian. Children is RM7.50 - [Penang Day 5 - Part 1: Seoul Garden @ Gurney Plaza](https://irenelaw.com/penang-day-5-part-1-seoul-garden-gurney-plaza/) - Our friend told us to go to Gurney Plaza on the 5th day morning for breakfast or lunch which is also our last day in Penang. our flight was in the afternoon. So we woke up in the morning, packed our stuffs and cleaned up the house. How can you not clean up when you - [Penang Day 5 - Part 2: Goodbye Penang](https://irenelaw.com/penang-day-5-part-2-goodbye-penang/) - After Gurney Plaza, our friends brought us to some place, not sure where and I forgot to take photos of the place ;p It should have since I'm the only one not buying anything and just waiting for them. Anyway, after buying our friend brought us here... The famous cendol stall in Penang, Penang Road - [Hitz.fm Birthday Invasion LIVE Concert 2013](https://irenelaw.com/hitz-fm-birthday-invasion-live-concert-2013/) - Hitz.fm Birthday Invasion LIVE Concert 2013 happened on 28th September 2013 at Taylors University Lakeside Campus. I was one of the media invited from East Malaysia to cover the event. Firs time ever! It was one unforgetable experience for sure! Just going to show you the photos, not sure how to elaborate too hahaha... These - [Chester See at Hitz.fm Birthday Invasion LIVE Concert](https://irenelaw.com/chester-see-at-hitz-fm-birthday-invasion-live-concert/) - Here you go... Chester See performing at Hitz.fm Birthday Invasion LIVE Concert. Will have the concert post composed soon. For now, this was one of the reasons I was in KL exactly one week ago. - [Interview with Chester See](https://irenelaw.com/interview-with-chester-see/) - Chester See... I'm sure there are many fans out there. Frankly hehehe... I have no idea of this person until last Saturday where we got the chance to interview Chester See privately with only a few media people in the room. Not bad looking at all! What an eye candy! I had my photo taken - [Astro Launches New A-List Channel](https://irenelaw.com/astro-launches-new-a-list-channel/) - This is the event that we were supposed to go last Friday but we couldn't attend due to the flight delay. Nevertheless, I'm still going to share with you what was it all about. Are you ready to be on the A-List? Movie connoisseurs can look forward to a brand new and exciting experience with - [Ford Fiesta Launch at Taylors University Lakeside Campus](https://irenelaw.com/ford-fiesta-launch-at-taylors-university-lakeside-campus/) - Last Saturday, we went over to Taylors University Lakeside Campus for Hitz.fm Birthday Invasion LIVE Concert where Ford was also there to launch its new Ford Fiesta. When we were there, all the cars were under the cover. Finally at around 6pm, the the cars were revealed with models posing along with the car. Before - [MH = Malaysian Hospitality?](https://irenelaw.com/mh-malaysian-hospitality/) - Bear with me, super duper long post. Since there's someone who said that I like to whine and complain a lot, then here you go... MH = Malaysian Hospitality? Oh... I'm thinking twice about it now. As some of you know, I was one of the media from Kuching who was sent to cover two - [ALCATEL ONETOUCH IDOL X and MINI (Kuching Launch)](https://irenelaw.com/alcatel-onetouch-idol-x-and-mini-kuching-launch/) - Alcatel is launching its two new phones in Kuching earlier on just now. It's been awhile not attending such event. Please bare with me, I'm not a tech blogger, I'll just talk about it from dumb user point of views hahaha... Here's ALCATEL ONETOUCH IDOL MINI. The size (127.1 x 62 x 7.9mm) is all - [Paris and England Trip (20/6/2013-2/7/2013) – Part 17](https://irenelaw.com/paris-and-england-trip-2062013-272013-part-17/) - 2/7/2013, last day in London. Our flight was in the evening so we had morning and afternoon to go somewhere near. Drove to Warner Bros. Studio Leavesden, I think Harry Potter's fans are going to be thrilled if they are there. We just drove around the compound and left. Left: Furry taxi we saw on - [Paris and England Trip (20/6/2013-2/7/2013) – Part 16](https://irenelaw.com/paris-and-england-trip-2062013-272013-part-16/) - 1/7/2013, we drove to London, parked our car at the car park near the Underground station and took the Underground to the city. Not going to drive there, it'll be a nightmare! Left: Who doesn't recognize this sign? Right: I have no idea what's this, some sort of memorial arch. There's a lot in the - [Paris and England Trip (20/6/2013-2/7/2013) – Part 15](https://irenelaw.com/paris-and-england-trip-2062013-272013-part-15/) - 30/6/2013, after checking out, we went straight to Bicester Village (50 Pingle Dr, Bicester OX26 6WD, United Kingdom) I was extremely excited as I heard that things here are much cheaper than the market because it is an outlet shopping centre with luxury fashion shops, homeware boutiques & discounted designer stores. So many people and - [Paris and England Trip (20/6/2013-2/7/2013) – Part 14](https://irenelaw.com/paris-and-england-trip-2062013-272013-part-14/) - Before we headed to our accommodation, we made one final stop at Birmingham. Supposed to join the late night shopping crowd but nothing to buy, nothing fancied us in this city. Left: St Martin's Church. Middle: My sister called this Mentos hahaha... It's actually Selfridges building. Right: Part of the major shopping mall which also - [Like My FB Page](https://irenelaw.com/like-my-fb-page/) - If most of you had noticed, I had changed my blog header. I'm still using the cartoon drawn by Eggyolks after so many years, it's just too cute! Thanks for the cartoon! I'm supposed to change the whole template but couldn't find one that can fulfill my needs. Hence, just a change of the header. - [Paris and England Trip (20/6/2013-2/7/2013) – Part 12](https://irenelaw.com/paris-and-england-trip-2062013-272013-part-12/) - It'll be just photos all the way, not much to talk about ;p Actually, I'm just feeling lazy. Anyway, the view was really nice, it's just like in the storybook, never in my dream that I will be seeing such scenery with my own eyes. We went up the staircase... 199 steps leading to St. - [Paris and England Trip (20/6/2013-2/7/2013) – Part 11](https://irenelaw.com/paris-and-england-trip-2062013-272013-part-11/) - 28/6/2013 can be said as another rest day. We only went out in late afternoon. Left: A structure in Thornaby found along the road. Forgot what it was. Right: Paint bucket structure built at one of the roundabouts. Many roundabouts there and each of them have unique structure built on it. The weather wasn't sunny, - [Paris and England Trip (20/6/2013-2/7/2013) – Part 10](https://irenelaw.com/paris-and-england-trip-2062013-272013-part-10/) - Consider 27/6/2013 a rest day or shopping day! We were at Thornaby. We took our time waking up and having breakfast before heading for a walk at the nearby shopping area. Bought quite a number of clothes there. Very happy with the purchase. Got myself 2 blouses, 2 skirts, and a dresses which total up - [Paris and England Trip (20/6/2013-2/7/2013) – Part 9](https://irenelaw.com/paris-and-england-trip-2062013-272013-part-9/) - 26/6/2013, off to Nottingham we went... We visited University of Nottingham and had some ice cream there from Mr. Whippy ice cream van. The soft serve ice cream was not bad, smooth and milky. Don't remember how much was it. The signature tower of University of Nottingham. Next, we went to see the statue of - [Paris and England Trip (20/6/2013-2/7/2013) – Part 8](https://irenelaw.com/paris-and-england-trip-2062013-272013-part-8/) - 25/6/2013, Goodbye Paris! We went to the train station to take Eurostar to go back to London. Finally saw the train went into Euro Tunnel and then it was just pitch black out there *LOL* Nothing interesting. We arrived London St. Pancras International and waited at the station for our rented car. While waiting, I - [Paris and England Trip (20/6/2013-2/7/2013) – Part 7](https://irenelaw.com/paris-and-england-trip-2062013-272013-part-7/) - So many photos from two cameras, there's three cameras all together but do not have photos from the third camera. Anyway, continue with the post of 24/6/2013. After Musée du Louvre, we took the metro to another destination. This is one interesting station. Alphabets on tiles, we had fun trying to find words from the - [Paris and England Trip (20/6/2013-2/7/2013) – Part 6](https://irenelaw.com/paris-and-england-trip-2062013-272013-part-6/) - 24/6/2013, we managed to head out very early as we had an early night the night before. Off to Musée du Louvre. Goodness! LONG QUEUE! In fact, all the tourist spots in Paris are like that. Even though it's long, it didn't really require one to wait for too long to get in. The entrance - [Paris and England Trip (20/6/2013-2/7/2013) – Part 5](https://irenelaw.com/paris-and-england-trip-2062013-272013-part-5/) - 23/6/2013, we headed out to Arc de Triomphe. This is one crazy roundabout! Man! Driving in Paris is scary! There's no way you can cross the road so they built an underground tunnel to get to the arc. There's people everywhere in Paris especially tourists. After that we walked down to Champs-Elysées for window shopping. - [Paris and England Trip (20/6/2013-2/7/2013) – Part 4](https://irenelaw.com/paris-and-england-trip-2062013-272013-part-4/) - Still on day 2 (22/6/2013) in Paris. Went to so many places. My friend told me that we did speed travel, faster than speed dating *LOL* After lunch, we just walked around and came to this lane. There's so many coffee shops, bakeries, and florists. Can't help it! The flowers were too pretty to ignore! - [Paris and England Trip (20/6/2013-2/7/2013) – Part 3](https://irenelaw.com/paris-and-england-trip-2062013-272013-part-3/) - Let the post of Paris trip continues... 21/6/2013 First thing we arrived in Paris, we wanted to take the metro but ended up with taxi because some how the ticketing machine didn't take card and we didn't have small change. Took us quite awhile to reach our apartment! Had to walk a bit as the - [Paris and England Trip (20/6/2013-2/7/2013) – Part 2](https://irenelaw.com/paris-and-england-trip-2062013-272013-part-2/) - Day 2 (21/6/2013), we went to Westfield London Shopping Centre for window shopping and lunch. High end shopping place *gulp* Good thing there's area for people like us. More affordable options. It was a rather cold day. Not summer at all for me! I felt a bit cheated *LOL* To me, it's autunm/winter of Australia! - [Paris and England Trip (20/6/2013-2/7/2013) - Part 1](https://irenelaw.com/paris-and-england-trip-2062013-272013-part-1/) - More than 18 hours taking flight and transit, finally we arrived at Heathrow Airport Terminal 4. It's quite an agony in the plane as it's a non-stop flight direct from KL to London. The entertainment system wasn't that up to date and nothing much to do. Trying to sleep but the seat didn't favour short - [Summary of Paris and England Trip (20/6/2013-2/7/2013)](https://irenelaw.com/summary-of-paris-and-england-trip-2062013-272013/) - Got back on Wednesday night. Only managed to update something now. Even so, it's just a summary (I don't even quite remember where we've been to as there's too many places!) and it's just a compilation from my Twitpic while I was on the go the past 2 weeks. So, here you go... Click the - [Kebaya & I](https://irenelaw.com/me-my-kebaya/) - It's been a very long time not posting my camwhoring photos in my blog. Mostly it's on my Twitter. My very first kebaya my mom bought for me in Melaka. Actually I was contemplating whether to get it or not but at the end my mom said she'll buy it for me and asked me - [Singapore Trip 29/12/2010-1/1/2011 – Part 12](https://irenelaw.com/singapore-trip-29122010-112011-–-part-12/) - Finally! The end of my Singapore trip post. We went straight to the airport after checking out because the flight was around noon. Had brunch at Burger King in Changi Airport. As usual, ordered the burger set but I don't remember what we had ordered. We also ordered Mexican Drumlets and Taro Turnover. The former - [Singapore Trip 29/12/2010-1/1/2011 – Part 11](https://irenelaw.com/singapore-trip-29122010-112011-–-part-11/) - Continue from previous post about food we had on our last night in Singapore. Before heading back to the hotel, we stopped by MOS Burger to try out one of the burgers. Left: Hokkaido Milk Ice Cream (SGD2.75, this price was only valid with ordering of set). Ordered matcha flavour. Taste, it tasted as it - [Singapore Trip 29/12/2010-1/1/2011 – Part 10](https://irenelaw.com/singapore-trip-29122010-112011-–-part-10/) - I'm having headache because of my stuffy nose -.-" Just a quick short update about the some of food we had on the last night in Singapore. These were bought at Bugis Junction. This section can be reached from the MRT station. I'm not sure what this section is called but it's easily located. Just - [Singapore Trip 29/12/2010-1/1/2011 – Part 9](https://irenelaw.com/singapore-trip-29122010-112011-–-part-9/) - After visiting Marina Bay Sands, we went back to Bugis and had our lunch at Alex Eating House. It's located at Beach Road in Bugis. I'm not sure about the direction to get there, was quite blur, I didn't even know where they were heading to, I just followed. I only knew that we're going - [Singapore Trip 29/12/2010-1/1/2011 – Part 8](https://irenelaw.com/singapore-trip-29122010-112011-–-part-8/) - Third day, new year's eve. We went to Marina Bay Sands in the morning. Took a taxi there, that's the easiest way to get there. I forgot how much was the fare but it wasn't that bad provided you're not going during rush hour. See the structure on the top most of the building? That's - [Singapore Trip 29/12/2010-1/1/2011 – Part 7](https://irenelaw.com/singapore-trip-29122010-112011-–-part-6-2/) - The final post of day 2... After Sentosa, we went back to Vivo City to have some food before heading back to Bugis. Had early dinner at Food Republic. Tutu Kueh, SGD2 for 4 pieces. First time had it, I thought the outer layer texture was some sort like pao but it's more like huat - [Singapore Trip 29/12/2010-1/1/2011 – Part 6](https://irenelaw.com/singapore-trip-29122010-112011-–-part-6/) - Now, heading to the casino. My bro couldn't go in because he's below 21. So he and mum walked around outside while dad and I went in. So many people! The crowd was almost like this everywhere in Singapore tourist attractions. Left: The car outside the casino. No camera allowed. No photos to share but - [Singapore Trip 29/12/2010-1/1/2011 – Part 5](https://irenelaw.com/singapore-trip-29122010-112011-–-part-5/) - It's Sentosa again, there'll be several posts for day 2. The smell of the popcorn was so strong, it came from Garrett Popcorn. Automatically we went for it. Just for the sake of trying out since the smell was so inviting. I bought The Chicago Mix(SGD8, small). It's actually a mix of CheeseCorn(yellow) and CaramelCrisp(brown). - [Singapore Trip 29/12/2010-1/1/2011 – Part 4](https://irenelaw.com/singapore-trip-29122010-112011-–-part-4/) - The 2nd day, we went to Sentosa. Main aim is to check out the latest addition of Sentosa and to watch 4D Magix. Thought will spend one whole day there but apparently, nothing much attracted us. Other attractions we skipped too as we went to those before. Left: The Christmas tree at Vivo City. So - [Singapore Trip 29/12/2010-1/1/2011 – Part 3](https://irenelaw.com/singapore-trip-29122010-112011-–-part-3/) - After Orchard Road, we made our move to Sembawang to hand over something to my cousin. Before that, we went to Sun Plaza just next to Sembawang MRT for a quick munch. Had it at the food court. Need to use the lift to go up, didn't know such place exist. Had a bao and - [Singapore Trip 29/12/2010-1/1/2011 – Part 2](https://irenelaw.com/singapore-trip-29122010-112011-–-part-2/) - After checking into the hotel, we went out for lunch before going to Orchard Road. We wanted to eat at the food court at Bugis Junction but the place was packed! So dad suggested Nando's. Off we went because my bro and I never had it. Did not expect that we had to queue, so - [Singapore Trip 29/12/2010-1/1/2011 - Part 1](https://irenelaw.com/singapore-trip-29122010-112011-part-1/) - Not sure how long will it takes for me to finish this post with the rate I'm blogging nowadays. I didn't take much photos, was too occupied with looking for places and got overwhelmed by the crowds! This is my 3rd trip to Singapore. I usually travel during low season, this is the first time - [Horseshoe Bay, Port Elliot](https://irenelaw.com/horseshoe-bay/) - We decided to go for second round of picnic after Victor Harbor. This time, we headed to Horseshoe Bay at Port Elliot. It was going to rain... Seagulls and one of our friends. Left: People learn to surf (I think...), damn cold! Right: Going down to the beach, didn't get to touch the sea water - [Victor Harbor](https://irenelaw.com/victor-harbour/) - On Monday, it's a public holiday here, we went to Victor Harbor. YAY! Finally! It's about 1 1/2 hour drive from Adelaide. It was cloudy, not a very good day to go to the beach but who cares?!?! It's a holiday, must not miss the chance. At least a trip to somewhere. Was supposed to - [Easter Hotpot](https://irenelaw.com/easter-hotpot/) - Interesting long weekend I had. Friday and Saturday were really "naughty" *LOL* Sunday morning went to church then headed to my friends' house for Chinese style hotpot. We were practically eating non-stop from 3pm-9pm. Our food. Couldn't finish them and my friends cooked them for the next day's picnic trip at Victor Harbor. So full! - [Bringing Ninetology Onto the Next Upscale Level](https://irenelaw.com/bringing-ninetology-onto-the-next-upscale-level/) - In conjunction with Malaysia’s 56th Independence Day, Ninetology Malaysia has officially launched its Flagship Touch Point at Plaza Low Yat, Malaysia’s Largest IT Lifestyle Mall, on 30 August 2013. With a concept like no other, Ninetology’s Flagship Touch Point offers consumers an experiential touch point for today’s lifestyles and culture as well as a product - [Paris and England Trip (20/6/2013-2/7/2013) – Part 13](https://irenelaw.com/paris-and-england-trip-2062013-272013-part-13/) - 29/6/2013, wow! More than two months ago, almost 3 months still haven't complete my post ;p The next day, it's another road trip which also indicated that our trip is coming to an end real soon. Scenery on the way to Bowness Bay where Windermere, England largest lake, can be found. The lake... We are - [Not Again?!?!](https://irenelaw.com/not-again/) - GOODNESS!! Can't believe this is happening again! Remember I got a new laptop (Acer Aspire V5-471G-53334G50B) few months back? To be exact, not even 2 months! Now... I have one whole line of horizontal dead pixels on my screen! I still have so much posts pending, Europe trip, product/food reviews, and the just concluded Melaka - [Hada Labo Hydra and Whitening Face Wash](https://irenelaw.com/hada-labo-hydra-and-whitening-face-wash/) - Bought a new facial wash last week. I didn't do any research but just went straight to the shop and did a bit of comparisons then decided to buy Hada Labo Hydra and Whitening Face Wash not knowing that it's actually a new product from Hada Labo. Bentonite Clay Mineral clay from natural volcanic ash - [It's Been 6 Months...](https://irenelaw.com/its-been-6-months/) - It's been 6 months since I'm back home in Kuching. Nothing much exciting happening. All plans didn't work out as it should. Frankly, still struggling to cope with the life back here after leaving everything behind for almost 2 years to experience the short-live Australian dream of mine. Last year this day, it was a - [Flinders Station](https://irenelaw.com/flinders-station/) - Went to Flinders Station few weeks back. Oh! This is the one in Kuching not Melbourne ;p Also, this is a western restaurant not a train station. Flinders Station is located at Song Plaza. They have the tagline "The Real Aussie Taste". Well... I don't know... What's Aussie food? Seriously, I have no idea. All - [Cloud-99 Ice Cream Cafe](https://irenelaw.com/cloud-99-ice-cream-cafe/) - Let's take a break from my Europe trip. We'll talk about food today. Been hearing about Cloud-99 liquid nitrogen ice cream for quite awhile and finally got to go there few weeks back. It's located at Precinct 88 at Jalan Song. Went there on a Sunday afternoon, so many people! I went for popcorn flavour - [Acer Aspire V5-471G-53334G50B](https://irenelaw.com/acer-aspire-v5-471g-53334g50b/) - Here you go... My new laptop after 5 years! Ended up with Acer Aspire V5-471G-53334G50B mainly because of the price factor. Would have gone for the newer model with touchscreen or other brand but they're way over my budget, do not want to spend a fortune on a laptop anymore. Tried some with touchscreen yesterday - [My New Laptop is Here!](https://irenelaw.com/my-new-laptop-is-here/) - Finally got my new laptop to replace the dead XPS. I never want an Acer but I now ended with one after avoiding it for more than 10 years! Well... Well... Well... First choice was ASUS but it's way over my budget. Only Acer has the specifications I want in my budget. Used to own - [Still Hunting...](https://irenelaw.com/still-hunting/) - Deprived of a proper computer to do any update. Currently using a very basic netbook that can't really do much. Been to Kuching Festival on the first day and didn't go back since then because was feeling rather lazy. Supposed to update about it but my XPS decided to end its life last week. Now, - [The German Cake Shop](https://irenelaw.com/the-german-cake-shop/) - After lunch, we went to The German Cake Shop to get beesting aka Bienenstich. I'm sure The German Cake Shop is not stranger to most South Australians. If I'm not mistaken, this is the only shop that sells beesting cake in Hahndorf. Can't find it in other place too but heard there's one around South - [Phone Line Gone...](https://irenelaw.com/phone-line-gone/) - Ok... I really want to update my blog about my recent Paris and England trip but guess what had happened? Some bastard stole our telephone line two night ago! Means no landline. Means no Internet. Now I'm just relying on my phone's data plan and it's too slow to do a proper update. Will be - [What's New in Kuching?](https://irenelaw.com/whats-new-in-kuching/) - What's new after almost 2 years of being away from Kuching? In no particular order as I don't remember which came first but I know which is the latest hahaha... The latest, Summer Mall. Went there yesterday. My advice, don't go for the time being if you are blardy sensitive towards dust. I came back - [John's Pie](https://irenelaw.com/johns-pie/) - John's Pie is located at No: 14, Ground Floor, Wisma Phoniex,, Song Thian Cheok Road, where 360 Xpress Citycenter is located. The building used to housed Up Well. Went there to try its smoky hot beef pie (RM5.50). Not bad. I'm not a fan of meat pie but this is acceptable to me. At least - [Hello UK & Paris](https://irenelaw.com/hello-uk-paris/) - By the time this post is published, I should be on my way to London on MAS A380. Finally! I get to step foot in UK and Paris. In fact, I was thinking of staying there for at least 3 months but things were all very uncertain that time so I didn't dare be away - [Cafe Ch@t @ Pullman Hotel](https://irenelaw.com/cafe-cht-pullman-hotel/) - I'm coming back soon! Anyway, here's a food post for you. Went for a catch up with my friend at Cafe Ch@t, Pullman Hotel, about 2 weeks ago. It was an impromptu decision to catch up here. Been wanting to come here since the opening of this hotel but never manage to do so even - [Baileys Irish Cream The Original](https://irenelaw.com/baileys-irish-cream-the-original/) - First tasted Bailey's few months back. Interesting taste I must say. Baileys Irish Cream is an Irish whiskey and cream based liqueur, made by Gilbeys of Ireland. I don't drink in Malaysia but I've been drinking quite a lot ever since some time middle of the year onwards because of someone who likes to drink. - [Sarawak Grand Timber & SME's Expo 2013](https://irenelaw.com/sarawak-grand-timber-smes-expo-2013/) - Sarawak Grand Timber & SME's Expo 2013 happened last weekend and I only blog about it now! This is the rate I'm going in blogging these days -.-" Went there to have a look with my family. Visitors were required to register. It's not as simple as just filling in the form, they even print - [Kanebo Freshel All-in-one Whitening UV Gel ](https://irenelaw.com/kanebo-freshel-all-in-one-whitening-uv-gel/) - I got Kanebo Freshel All-in-one Whitening UV Gel (RM67) from attending Kate's event organized by Everrise last week. I'm so glad I went and I'm so glad they included this product as a door gift! If not I will never know such product exists and even if I knew, I don't think I will buy - [Missha All-around Safe Block Waterproof Sun SPF 50 PA++](https://irenelaw.com/missha-all-around-safe-block-waterproof-sun-spf-50-pa/) - So many Korean brands have landed itself in Malaysia and even Kuching but not Missha. I bought this in Korea. Currently using it but don't really fancy it. It's waterproof as claimed but it does not absorb much instead leaving my skin with a sticky layer. It's also gave me pale complexion after applying it, - [Gold Fever with Kate](https://irenelaw.com/gold-fever-with-kate/) - Was lucky to be invited to join the Kate Gold Party Experience at Magenta Restaurant last night. Golden fever! Kate Makeup Demo was done by Kate International Makeup artist, Mr. Mikiya Hirai. He used the stunning "Goldosh Eyes" on the model's eyes. The gold theme was deliberate and meaningful as Kate's distinctive persona is one - [Wild Ferns Rotorua Mud Face Pack with Manuka Honey](https://irenelaw.com/wild-ferns-rotorua-mud-face-pack-with-manuka-honey/) - Boo! Did you get a shock? HAHAHA! Now, let's blog a little bit about skincare. Haven't do this for a long long time. I bought Wild Ferns Rotorua Mud Face Pack with Manuka Honey when I was in New Zealand. I bought this at the airport. New Zeealand is famous not only for its beautiful - [Western Gallery](https://irenelaw.com/western-gallery/) - Western Gallery is located at Pending, not far from Laven Bridal Gallery and Hong Leong Bank. It started business some time last year. They serve western food. Went there for lunch with my parents last month. Left: The interior is very simple. The kitchen is open concept located in front of the shop. Right: Jasmine - [Tutti Frutti](https://irenelaw.com/tutti-frutti/) - June! Second day of June, we're in the middle of 2013 now! Very scary... Anyway, no more Adelaide's post starting from now. Happened to be at City One, one of the latest shopping malls in Kuching, when Tutti Frutti was having it's grand opening and had an offer of 20% off (if not mistaken, there's - [Nail Polish Fun](https://irenelaw.com/nail-polish-fun/) - Went on a nail polish spree few months back at Sasa. 3 bottles for RM10. Step 1: Base colour, I thought it will be rather nude but quite orange and didn't complement my skin colour. Step 2: In order to make less it less orangey, I applied this finer glitters nail polish at the tip - [SHORT!](https://irenelaw.com/short/) - Guess what?!?! I've been wanting to cut my hair because it's waist length already and maintenance is getting too much. Actually I don't really do much maitenance on my hair, just wash and air dry, that's all ;p Still it's quite a chore when it gets too long. So I finally went for to get - [Big Wang BBQ](https://irenelaw.com/big-wang-bbq/) - If not mistaken, this is my final Adelaide food post. After this post, there won't be anything about Adelaide anymore. That's the end of my almost 2 years adventure. Maybe, this also means I should let go of all the past, live in the present and starting to plot my future seriously after almost 3 - [La Bonne Table](https://irenelaw.com/la-bonne-table/) - Almost, almost... One more post to go for my Adelaide's food post. Another farewell dinner, this was for me and the another friend, we had it at La Bonne Table (128 Wakefield St, Adelaide, SA 5000). Left: Extra virgin olive oil and balsamic vinegar to dip with the bread. Right: Oyster Plate, Natural (a dozen - [Nghi Ngan Quan](https://irenelaw.com/nghi-ngan-quan/) - One of my farewell dinners was at Nghi Ngan Quan (Shop 4/34 Wright St, Ferryden Park, SA 5010). I came here before with another group of friends but we ended up leaving the place because it's not what we're looking for. Who knows, this time I ended up here with my church's friends after I - [Cocolat](https://irenelaw.com/cocolat/) - Food post of Adelaide is back! Few more to go... Cocolat, Adelaide's very own dessert cafe specialising in the art of chocolate indulgences and wicked desserts. All of their products are hand-made from the finest ingredients in their Balhannah kitchen based in the beautiful Adelaide Hills. Friends had been talking about it for ages, and - [How I Found My Bodyguards – Part 3](https://irenelaw.com/how-i-found-my-bodyguards-part-3/) - At night, we went for dinner at James Brooke Bistro at Waterfront. It's my very first time there. Left: Spring roll. Nothing special. Right: Satay. Very sweet with strong lemongrass taste. Left: Sarawak Laksa, hmm... It did taste okay but not Sarawak Laksa to me. It's rather sweet to be Sarawak Laksa, there's no lime - [How I Found My Bodyguards – Part 2](https://irenelaw.com/how-i-found-my-bodyguards-part-2/) - In the afternoon, I went to Menara Sarawak Energy to attend the dialogue session, tour, and Go Bald event. In the dialogue session, we were introduced to the CSR (Corporate Social Responsibility) activities that Sarawak Energy engaged in as you can see in the photos. Left: Another initiative to help the people in the interior - [How I Found My Bodyguards - Part 1](https://irenelaw.com/how-i-found-my-bodyguards-part-1/) - Hehehe... Yesterday morning, I went to Sarawak Museum for the soft launch of its redesigned longhouse gallery. It's a collaboration between Sarawak Museum with Sarawak Energy, the state energy provider. Please be reminded that general public is not allowed to take photos in the museum especially with flash as it will affect the artefacts preservation. - [Swanky Sarah](https://irenelaw.com/swanky-sarah/) - OK... Enough of GE-13 talk, don't want to talk about it anymore. Nothing to talk also. It's always the same thing over and over again. Better eat! My first food preview in Kuching after a long time. This is Swanky Sarah, the new place in town. In fact it started its operation more than a - [Result is Out, What's Next?](https://irenelaw.com/result-is-out-whats-next/) - So, the result is out and so many people are angry with it. As for me, expected it from the beginning, didn't even bother to wait for the final one. All I know I've done my part. Problem now is the angry people. Again, I'm not siding any side for this, it's just my observation - [How Amusing is the GE13 Campaign?](https://irenelaw.com/how-amusing-is-the-ge13-campaign/) - Tomorrow will be the day. The day Malaysians have been waiting for to see whether there will be a change or not. I dare say, this time around, competition is rather stiff and it's very extremely dirty too for all parties. I'm not siding anyone here, I'm just standing at the observer point of views - [Indelible Ink for GE-13 ](https://irenelaw.com/indelible-ink-for-ge-13/) - So I had voted. Didn't go there early in the morning, took my time as my voting place is just across the road. Many people voted in the morning, I went there after lunch with my family. Fast and easy, in and out in couple of minutes, no queue at all. Everything was peaceful at - [Chocolate Bean](https://irenelaw.com/chocolate-bean/) - Back to Adelaide's food post. Few more to go before I'm done with it. It's been 2 months coming back and I'm still struggling to settle down. Anyway, back to the main topic. I was told about Chocolate Bean but couldn't locate it until one of my friends brought me there. It's so near to - [GE-13 Coming Soon](https://irenelaw.com/ge-13-coming-soon/) - Finally, some updates of Kuching after sooooo loooong.... As you all know, the gereral election is coming next week. Today, overseas voters are voting for the first time in overseas voting centres. Some how the poster war this year at my area isn't very happening. Quite quiet and less posters around. Can sense the the - [Melbourne (13/2/13-16/2/13) – Part 6](https://irenelaw.com/melbourne-13213-16213-part-6/) - Final part of Melbourne trip. Our flight was at night, so in the morning we went to QV for a walk and lunch before going to the airport. Simple found a place to settle our lunch at the food court. Don't even remember the name hahaha... Anyway, it was located near Dan Murphy in QV. - [Melbourne (13/2/13-16/2/13) – Part 5](https://irenelaw.com/melbourne-13213-16213-part-5/) - After lunch, we headed to the Twelve Apostles. Before that, we stopped at Maits Rest where you can find rainforest trail. Don't even bother to go on a hike our very own Malaysian rainforest yet ended up in a rainforest in Australia. Anyway, it was a very short walk. On the way to Twelve Apostles. - [Melbourne (13/2/13-16/2/13) – Part 4](https://irenelaw.com/melbourne-13213-16213-part-4/) - Third day in Melbourne, it was the main purpose we're here. Booked a Great Ocean Road Day Tour for AUD89/person. It's a 12 hour plus tour. Nothing much but just stopping in various locations for photos opportunties. Sharing some photos taken on the road and also at the pit stops. Very nice sceneries. The Great - [Melbourne (13/2/13-16/2/13) – Part 3](https://irenelaw.com/melbourne-13213-16213-part-3/) - Left: Flinders Train Station. Right: After the bus ride, we headed to Chinatown for lunch. The arc of Chinatown, how can you miss it? After a walk down the street, we ended up at The Crane Restaurant. My first time ordering food using iPad ;p In fact it's nothing new just that I never patron - [Melbourne (13/2/13-16/2/13) – Part 2](https://irenelaw.com/melbourne-13213-16213-part-2/) - Day 2, it's hop on and hop off day. We went to catch The Melbourne Visitor Shuttle somewhere opposite IMAX Melbourne Museum and Melbourne Museum to start our journey. However, we decided to visit the museum first and decided to take the next bus. We didn't go to watch the 3D movies, we just walked - [Melbourne (13/2/13-16/2/13) - Part 1](https://irenelaw.com/melbourne-13213-16213/) - Goodness! This happened almost 2 months back hehehe... My family was in Adelaide and Melbourne for about 10 days in February during the CNY period. Now, only I update this post. Not updating anything for the Adelaide trip as basically I brought them places I've been to before. So, will just talk about Melbourne. Went - [Adelaide Pho](https://irenelaw.com/adelaide-pho/) - Adelaide Pho, it's known to be the best pho in Adelaide CBD. Well... Well... Maybe... I don't know as I don't eat pho in the CBD, most of the time we would go to the Vietnamese area for it. Adelaide Pho is located at 199 Waymouth Street. We went there because we had got no - [Wah Hing Chinese Restaurant](https://irenelaw.com/wah-hing-chinese-restaurant/) - My first farewell dinner, happened exactly one month before I left. It was a treat from a friend. Was the most expensive farewell dinner. Left: We had problem in deciding where to have the dinner. Ended up he suggested Wah Hing at 85 Gouger Street, Adelaide. This place is known to be quite expensive. I - [Osteria](https://irenelaw.com/osteria/) - It's a good thing that almost all the eateries I went to in Adelaide have a website with their menu published. If not, I will have problem recalling what I had ordered. My friend brought me Osteria located at 205, Glen Osmond Rd, Frewville, as she was craving for its Spaghetti al Cartoccio. Left: Complimentary - [Yum Yai Thai Kitchen](https://irenelaw.com/yum-yai-thai-kitchen/) - Hohoho... Old post again. Went for Thai food at Yum Yai, 176 Henley Beach Road, Torrensville. Second Thai cuisine I had in Adelaide. Left: My first impression was it's an expensive place. Right: Red Roast Duck Curry (AUD15.90), exotic Thai red curry with pineapple, cherry tomato, and roast duck. Soups that we ordered: Left:Tom Kha - [The Aviary Dessert Kitchen](https://irenelaw.com/the-aviary-dessert-kitchen/) - Expect more Adelaide's eateries posts coming your way. Lots of pending ones. So far, didn't get to venture much with Kuching's. Still trying to get back in sync with the food scene here. The Aviary Dessert Kitchen is located at 227, The Parade, Norwood. Left: Cosy little cafe. Right: I ordered choc malt (with crushed - [Scoozi & Belgium Bar](https://irenelaw.com/scoozi-belgium-bar/) - Went to Scoozi at Rundle Street back in January for dinner. Before going there, we had pre-dinner drink at Exeter Hotel located at Rundle Street just down where I lived. I heard Scoozi served good pasta especially the one with fresh seafood but I didn't try it because it's too big portion for me as - [ETUDE HOUSE Moistfull Collagen Essence-In Pact SPF 25 PA++](https://irenelaw.com/etude-house-moistfull-collagen-essence-in-pact-spf-25-pa/) - I've been using ETUDE HOUSE Moistfull Collagen Essence-In Pact SPF 25 PA++ since last year August. Only write about the review now. I'm still using it. I bought this from Korea. Don't remember how much it was but it's cheaper than in Malaysia for sure. I went for natural beige #2 instead of the of - [Korea Restaurant](https://irenelaw.com/korea-restaurant/) - Another Korean restaurant and again, it happened in December 2012. We went to Korea Restaurant at 133 Goodwood Road after our carolling session. As you can see, they specialized in Korean BBQ. They served 6 types of side dishes and the portion wasn't small at all. What's more, free flow! This is only applicable when - [Seoul Restaurant](https://irenelaw.com/seoul-restaurant/) - Guess what?!?! Another back dated post. Went to Seoul Restaurant which is located at 65 Hyde Street, Adelaide, 3 times last year. First time was with a long lost friend for dinner before I went back to Kuching last year, then second time for friend's birthday dinner in November when thing started to turn out - [Yang Tse River China Restaurant](https://irenelaw.com/yang-tse-river-china-restaurant/) - Back dated food post again! Went to Yang Tse River China Restaurant back in December 2012 and another time on Chap Goh Mei 2013. It's also known as Yangsi China Restaurant (that's what printed on the menu). Left: They serve Shanghainese cuisine. It's one of the good Chinese restaurant in Adelaide located at 447 B/C - [Star House Chinese Restaurant](https://irenelaw.com/star-house-chinese-restaurant/) - How back dated I am?!!? This happened back in September 2012 when everything was still great and hopeful. Anyway, went for dinner with my friends. My first time dining at Star House Chinese Restaurant located at 31 Gouger St, Adelaide. Never thought of going there. Heard a lot of negative feedbacks. Oh well... The place - [Robe (26/1/2013-28/1/2013) – Part 4](https://irenelaw.com/robe-2612013-2812013-part-4/) - The final part of trip to Robe. I still have so many pending posts from Australia! -.-" After we check-out, we went to Mahalia Coffee for coffee. Coffee brewed in Robe. Cosy little shop. Coffee price started from AUD3.50, it's standard price of small cup of coffee in Australia. My friends ordered some cakes. I - [Goodbye Adelaide](https://irenelaw.com/goodbye-adelaide/) - 2/3/2013, marked the end of my journey of my life in Adelaide, South Australia, Australia. Boarded the 6.10pm flight to Singapore for transit. I packed and unpacked until the last minute before my friend came to pick me up. Ended up I left a lot of rubbish for my housemate to clear -.-" I thought - [Robe (26/1/2013-28/1/2013) – Part 3](https://irenelaw.com/robe-2612013-2812013-part-3/) - After the market, we went to have a walk at the beach. Then, we headed to get our pizza lunch at Vicstreet Pizzeria. Oh dear... I don't remember what were they. Basically their pizza range from AUD11-25 with 3 different sizes to choose from. Not sure about the pasta too ;p Didn't pay attention to - [Robe (26/1/2013-28/1/2013) – Part 2](https://irenelaw.com/robe-2612013-2812013-part-2/) - We, the girls decided to have a relaxing afternoon having tea at the backyard while the other 4 playing mahjong. I got no clue at all on how to play LOL. I just watched. We went to dinner at the Malaysia restaurant in Robe, Don's Kitchen. The highlight was the lobster with ee mee. Left: - [Robe (26/1/2013-28/1/2013) - Part 1](https://irenelaw.com/robe-2612013-2812013-part-1/) - Back in 26/1/2013, I went to Robe with my friends. There were all together 10 of us. It was about 4 hour plus drive if not mistaken. The second stop we made, the giant lobster! Finally, after a long drive, we reached Robe. We went to get fish and chips for our late lunch. Huge - [Chinese New Year in Adelaide](https://irenelaw.com/chinese-new-year-in-adelaide/) - I know... I've gone missing for more than a week! It's been soooo looong... I'm still alive! Every time when I wanted to update the blog, the server would be down. That made it's even harder to update. Furthermore, was busy with my fammily trip. Finally done with my family trip. Now it's back to - [Happy Chinese New Year 2013](https://irenelaw.com/happy-chinese-new-year-2013/) - So... It's CNY's eve. Gonna have hotpot session with friends then another session of countdown at another location. Last year, I was at Incheon Airport feeling rather sick and spent the rest of the flight sleeping until I reached Singapore on the 1st day of CNY. Then, reached Adelaide on the second day of CNY. - [Christchurch and Queenstown Trip (25/12/12-2/1/13) – Part 11](https://irenelaw.com/christchurch-and-queenstown-trip-251212-2113-part-11/) - Final post of my NZ trip. On the last day, first thing we did after checking out was hunt for lunch. I ended up having sushi again ;p Left: Bought from two places and then I rearrange them into two different boxes. Those with salmon would be for lunch while the others would be reserve - [Christchurch and Queenstown Trip (25/12/12-2/1/13) – Part 10](https://irenelaw.com/christchurch-and-queenstown-trip-251212-2113-part-10/) - On the first day of 2013, we decided to explore the rest of the shopping malls in Christchurch and other random places. One of them is University of Canterbury *LOL* It was in the Orbiter route. We just went down, had a look and hopped back on the bus in minutes ;p Then we went - [Christchurch and Queenstown Trip (25/12/12-2/1/13) – Part 9](https://irenelaw.com/christchurch-and-queenstown-trip-251212-2113-part-9/) - After lunch, we went to Sumner Beach. Here we are... The view is rather nice but I'm sure it was nicer before the earthquake. I'm always amazed by houses built like this. Very unique. We didn't stay long there, we wanted to catch the next bus a.s.a.p to go back as the bus ticket is - [Christchurch and Queenstown Trip (25/12/12-2/1/13) – Part 8](https://irenelaw.com/christchurch-and-queenstown-trip-251212-2113-part-8/) - I'm back! WOW! It's been awhile! One week is over really soon. Gone is my one week in Adealaide. Going home soon... :( Anyway, come back to my NZ trip post. Still quite a lot to go. We stayed at YMCA, this time we had a room with ensuite, thank God! Deluxe double room ($110/night). - [Christchurch and Queenstown Trip (25/12/12-2/1/13) – Part 7](https://irenelaw.com/christchurch-and-queenstown-trip-251212-2113-part-7/) - On 30th December 2012 morning, we headed back to Christchurch. We managed to have a stop at Jone's Fruit Stall at Cromwell again! I like this place! Why? Free tasting ;p lots of fresh fruits and snacks to try hehehe... Continued with our journey to Christchurch... Left: One of the views. RIght: Shrek the sheep. - [Santos Tour Down Under 2013 - Prospect to Lobethal (22/1/2013)](https://irenelaw.com/santos-tour-down-under-2013-prospect-to-lobethal-2212013/) - Santos Tour Down Under is one of the biggest cycling events in the world. So lucky to be part of it. Normally, I would never thought of going to such event. I didn't make it to the race last year because I was in Busan. This year, I decided to join the tour with other - [Christchurch and Queenstown Trip (25/12/12-2/1/13) – Part 6](https://irenelaw.com/christchurch-and-queenstown-trip-251212-2113-part-6/) - The next day, we didn't want to risk it anymore and check-out extremely early to wait for our transport to Milford Sound tour. We actually started to wait for the taxi half hour in advance. Here we go... The bus was amazing! Comfortable seat and allowed great views from inside the bus. Blessing in disguise. - [Going Home Soon](https://irenelaw.com/going-home-soon/) - It's really heavy to leave Adelaide but at the same time I'm glad to be leaving. How contradicting?!?!? I love Adelaide but I also love Kuching. Once I leave, coming back in near future or even in the future is rather impossible. There's so much memories here, good and bad. I made lots of new - [Compilation of 20/12/2012 Graduation Ceremony Photos](https://irenelaw.com/compilation-of-20122012-graduation-ceremony-photos/) - Finally got the other batch of photos from my friend. Since I'm so free got nothing much to do, I did some compilation of all the photos which are my favourites and also photos of friends who came to take photos with me. Family wasn't there that time, many other friends all went back home - [Christchurch and Queenstown Trip (25/12/12-2/1/13) – Part 5](https://irenelaw.com/christchurch-and-queenstown-trip-251212-2113-part-5/) - Left: After the gondola ride, we headed down and saw this car, interesting! Right: On the way back to our accommodation and saw the fire station, it's just so cute! Random shoots along the way. We had our lunch at Fergburger. The crowd was crazy, it's always like this! We were told it's the must-eat - [Christchurch and Queenstown Trip (25/12/12-2/1/13) – Part 4](https://irenelaw.com/christchurch-and-queenstown-trip-251212-2113-part-4/) - Finally we arrived in Queenstown after 12 hours. It took us almost an hour to locate our living place (Pinewood Lodge, 48 Hamilton Road, Queenstown, 9300, New Zealand) hahaha... I forgot to print out the map and chosen the wrong drop off place. It was a very distant walk. As far as I know, I - [Christchurch and Queenstown Trip (25/12/12-2/1/13) – Part 3](https://irenelaw.com/christchurch-and-queenstown-trip-251212-2113-part-3/) - Here we go... Still on the way to Queenstown... But we will detour to Mt. Cook first before heading to Queenstown. Scenery along the way. Stopped at somewhere, I don't remember the name for a short photo opportunity. Mt. Cook, the highest mountain of NZ, we're almost there... I've never thought to see such view - [Gold Coast 24/7/2012 – Part 3](https://irenelaw.com/gold-coast-2472012-–-part-3/) - We went to Rainbow Bay for lunch. I've never been so close to the sea. This is another hot spot for surfers. Here's the world famous Snapper Rocks. After that, we had our lunch at Rainbow Bay Surf Club. Luckily we arrived 10 minutes before the kitchen closed! Nachos (no idea how much) and Snapper - [Gold Coast 24/7/2012 – Part 2](https://irenelaw.com/gold-coast-2472012-–-part-2/) - We headed to another area for the amazing view of Gold Coast at John Laws Park. Nice view! Too bad it wasn't a sunny day. More surfers! After that, we headed to another area. I don't remember the name hahaha... The four of us on the viewing platform. After this, we went to Rainbow Bay - [Gold Coast 24/7/2012 – Part 1](https://irenelaw.com/gold-coast-2472012-–-part-1/) - Left: We went to Gold Coast the next day. Right: Seaworld, didn't go there. The buildings in Gold Coast are different. Lots of high rise buildings. We went to Surfers Paradise for a walk. The wind was so strong that the waves were quite big. Really scary. However, it didn't stop people from surfing. People - [Brisbane 23/7/2012 – Part 2](https://irenelaw.com/brisbane-2372012-–-part-2/) - To Wiggles World. Cute and colourful. We changed our day pass to annual pass in one of these buildings. The Tower of Terror II! It's rather scary too but The Claw was worst. I would rate this second after Claw. I almost chickened out while waiting especially when we had to wait because of maintenance. - [Brisbane 23/7/2012 – Part 1](https://irenelaw.com/brisbane-2372012-–-part-1/) - WOW! It's been awhile huh? ;p Was busy with lots of things lately and was sick last weekend -.-" So on the second day, we headed out to Dreamworld at Gold Coast. Luckily my friend's housemates wanted to go too, so they drove. Else, it would be extremely expensive to go there via public transport. - [Brisbane 23/7/2012 – Part 3](https://irenelaw.com/brisbane-2372012-–-part-3/) - After we had enough of the rides, we went over to Whitewater World to see what's it's all about since we bought the annual pass, then shouldn't be wasting it. At least must go in to have a look. It was rather disappointing though. Was expecting it to be grander than this. Couldn't play at - [Brisbane 22/7/2012 - Part 1](https://irenelaw.com/brisbane-2272012-part-1/) - Early in the morning, at 7.30am, took a bus to the airport with my friend. Reached there at almost 8am. On the plane waiting for my flight to take off at 9.25am. I'm using Jetstar. WOW! Very low-cost indeed. The legroom was really narrow. Narrower than Air Asia. My friend took the flight 10 minutes - [Brisbane 22/7/2012 – Part 2](https://irenelaw.com/brisbane-2272012-–-part-2/) - After South Bank, we headed to the CBD via Citycat. Left: The casino. Right: Random view in the CBD. We went to David Jones' food court for its spicy beef noodle ($6.50) which was recommeded by my friend. It wasn't bad for the price. Then we headed to Fortitude Valley aka Chinatown of Brisbane via - [Christchurch and Queenstown Trip (25/12/12-2/1/13) - Part 1](https://irenelaw.com/christchurch-and-queenstown-trip-251212-2113/) - After christmas service in the morning, I headed home to do some last minute household chores and packing. Then off to airport I went. Flew Jetstar. The return trip cost me almost AUD1000. Very expensive but what to do? At least it's still cheaper than flying from Malaysia when I go home for good even - [Christchurch and Queenstown Trip (25/12/12-2/1/13) - Part 2](https://irenelaw.com/christchurch-and-queenstown-trip-251212-2113-part-2/) - Early in the morning, we prepared to check-out to go on the bus tour to Queenstown. We almost got left behind but luckily the driver came into the lobby to ask while we were checking out. We were supposed to wait outside early before the bus arrived but because of one hairdryer, my friend had - [Back from Brisbane](https://irenelaw.com/back-from-brisbane/) - I'm back! Such tiring trip. Very short but it was good. Hello Brisbane! The view from my friend's apartment. Was lucky to have a place to stay here and managed to save quite a fair bit of money. If not, it won't be that cheap to go there. Here's the summary of my trip: Day - [Happy 2013!](https://irenelaw.com/happy-2013/) - I know I'm late. I just got back this morning. So tired~ Took more than 1500+ photos for the my New Zealand trip. We welcomed the new year in Christchurch. It was such a cold night and we were so tired and sleepy from the eventful Queenstown trip. So many things happened and made us - [Merry Christmas & Happy 2013](https://irenelaw.com/merry-christmas-happy-2013/) - When you see this post, I should be on my way to Melbourne. Gonna head to Christchurch tonight and will reach there tomorrow morning. I won't be bringing my laptop with me, so my update on all the social media networks will slow down until one week later. Wishing all of you a Merry Christmas - [Mongkok Sweety](https://irenelaw.com/mongkok-sweety/) - WOW! It's been ages! Been there way back in August after dinner at Mongkok with my friend's friend's partner while waiting for the guys to have a couple of after-dinner drinks nearby. Sweety is at 83 Gouger Street (upstairs of Mongkok). Heard of this place a lot but never get the chance until then. It - [Probably My First & Last Graduation Ceremony](https://irenelaw.com/probably-my-first-last-graduation-ceremony/) - Special date today, 20122012. Finally I'm done! Finally I get to attend my graduation ceremony. I almost couldn't make it because of administrative issues -.-" If it's not resolved, I will never get to attend this ceremony and will not have any photos of me graduating too as there is no way to obtain the - [October, November, December 2012](https://irenelaw.com/october-november-december-2012/) - So much had happened the past months. Things seemed to be hopeful and falling into places. Went back home for about 3 weeks in October to get some stuffs settled and getting ready for a new life. Then things took a turn in November 2012, one week after I came back to Adelaide. Hit me - [Crabbing at Thompson Beach](https://irenelaw.com/crabbing-at-thompson-beach/) - Went crabbing yesterday with friends from church at Thompson Beach. In fact, I wasn't interested, I just want to watch and also to go somewhere I've never been to. I walked towards the sea with them but I turned back half way because it's too far away. I wasn't dressed for it too ;p Took - [Kangaroo Island – Part 3](https://irenelaw.com/kangaroo-island-part-3/) - The missing Little Sahara photos. Didn't snowboard though, too hot and too lazy to go all the way up. Very sandy too! I might suffer from blindness if I did. Sand is a big no-no for contact lens wearer. After Little Sahara we went to the wildlife park. Then we headed to KI Spirits for - [Kangaroo Island – Part 2](https://irenelaw.com/kangaroo-island-part-2/) - To the seal we go... Blue blue sky, blue blue sea, and a baby seal looking for its mother. First time see such creature with my own eyes! Always it was on TV. Never thought would have the chance to see the real ones. After that, we headed to Vivione Bay for simple lunch. Not - [Kangaroo Island - Part 1](https://irenelaw.com/kangaroo-island-part-1/) - Finally I went to Kangaroo Island after missing two chances last year and this year organized by the uni. I got an e-mail that one of the travel agents here is offering it for AUD170 for a day trip, I didn't think twice but went for it because it's so cheap! Usually it will cost - [PKNU Cultural Exchange – 19.1.2012](https://irenelaw.com/pknu-cultural-exchange-–-19-1-2012/) - For some, this night would be the final night for them. A dinner cum drinking session was planned but I didn't join. Instead I went shopping with another 2 friends of mine as we still hadn't finish buying things that we had in our list. When we got back, we were no longer in time - [Cape Jervis - Part 2](https://irenelaw.com/cape-jervis-part-2/) - Continuation from part 1 of Cape Jervis trip. We went to Deep Creek Conservation Park. Have to pay to get in. AUD10 per car. No one will collect the money from you but you are required to be honest. Pay and take the permit to be displayed on your car to show that you've paid. - [Cape Jervis - Part 1](https://irenelaw.com/cape-jervis-part-1/) - Went to Cape Jervis 3 weeks ago with some friends from church. I'll just let the photo do the talking. Such lazy way to blog hahaha... Just a brief introduction about Cape Jervis. It is the pick up and drop off point for daily car and passenger ferry services to Kangaroo Island. It's approximately 108 - [Last Night in Unilodge Metro Adelaide](https://irenelaw.com/last-night-in-unilodge-metro-adelaide/) - Updating this on my final night in Unilodge Metro Adelaide, my home for the past 1 3/4 year. Starting tomorrow, I will no longer have a place of my own and will be staying temporary at friend's house in her sister's room while her sister is away. In March 2013 (my final 2 weeks+ in - [Bracegirdle's @ McLaren Vale](https://irenelaw.com/bracegirdles-mclaren-vale/) - Just a quick post. After having lunch at Vesarelli, we went to Bracegirdle's just down the road for dessert/coffee. They specialised in coffee and chocolates. Left: croissant with straveberries and warm liquid Belgian Chocolate. Right: Pure Indulgence (The Waffle!) A true Belgian sugar waffle served with fresh strawberries, liquid Belgian Chocolate & ice cream. Left: - [Opsss... Slacking Again...](https://irenelaw.com/opsss-slacking-again/) - Oh dear... It's been days! Was busy last Saturday, went to Kangaroo Island for a day trip, tiring! Then, busy with my coming New Zealand trip, been busy booking tours and accommodations. Nuts! Everywhere fully booked and prices are higher than usual. What to do? Peak season. Gonna be in Christchurch and Queenstown from 26th - [Madrid for My Next Trip?](https://irenelaw.com/madrid-for-my-next-trip/) - Well... Since my adventure in Adelaide, South Australia is coming to an end next year, I should plan for my next adventure. United Kingdom is in my plan. Maybe I should also consider Madrid, Spain for my next trip. Would love to pay a visit to Mercado San Miguel, an indoor market in central Madrid - [Vasarelli @ McLaren Vale](https://irenelaw.com/vasarelli-mclaren-vale/) - Celebrated Mid-Autumn Festival with my friends at Vesarelli at McLaren Vale. Only post it now. So long ago! In fact I have lots of posts not release yet. Too many photos, too many things to do, too much happenings too. I'm still trying to make sense and take in all that came to me. I'm - [Under the Weather](https://irenelaw.com/under-the-weather/) - Feel so under the weather sigh... I'm feeling very angry. Sad, yes, but more anger than sadness. Why oh why always such things happened to me? I know I should feel relief that I'm being let go now than later so that I can start my hunt again earlier. It started fast and ended fast - [Another Chapter Ends](https://irenelaw.com/another-chapter-ends/) - So, there it is. What thought to be true love and the one is no longer what it was. End of another chapter, very short but sweet. I appreciate every moment of it. It hurts but what to do? What's yours will be yours no matter what. - [Maybelline Hypercurl Volum Express Cat Eyes](https://irenelaw.com/maybelline-hypercurl-volum-express-cat-eyes/) - I've been always wanted to try out Maybelline Hypercurl Volum Express Cat Eyes, finally tried it after bought it for almost a year. The brush is comb-like, not the usual type of brush you found in normal mascara. All I can say is that, I don't like it at all! Shouldn't have buy this. It - [Bukit Mata Seafood](https://irenelaw.com/bukit-mata-seafood/) - Went to Bukit Mata Seafood at Stutong One Jaya for dinner with my family. It's the same owner of one of the seafood stalls at Top Spot Bukit Mata except this one at One Jaya is halal. Left: Paku stir fried with garlic. Right: Mani Cai with egg, Japanese tofu with don't-know-what *LOL*. Left: O-jien. - [Bintawa Kueh Chap at Tabuan Jaya](https://irenelaw.com/bintawa-kueh-chap-at-tabuan-jaya/) - Bintawa Kueh Chap, my must-have when I went back. Tried going there 2 times and both times they're closed *LOL*. Wrong timing. Finally managed to eat it on my last night in Kuching phew... They had moved to a new place, no longer at Bintawa. It's now located at Jalan Keranji at Tabuan Jaya. The - [Noodle Descendents](https://irenelaw.com/noodle-descendents/) - Noodle Descendents is not really a new place but it just moved from its old location at Bishopgat to Padungan recently, not far from the famous Kuching white cat statue. Always long queue and the wait is always very long. I managed to try it out and waited for almost an hour. Mind you, there's - [Ayam Tulang Lunak](https://irenelaw.com/ayam-tulang-lunak/) - If not mistaken, Ayam Tulang Lunak is a rather new eatery in Kuching. Located as Wisma Ho Ho Lim. Very easy to locate, same row as Air Asia office. Left: Ayam Bakar (RM8) Right: Ayam Penyet (RM8.50) Overall, maybe it's just me. I'm disappointed again in terms of taste and presentation. However, the place is - [Back to Adelaide Tomorrow](https://irenelaw.com/back-to-adelaide-tomorrow/) - Today, did my IELTS, messed up my writing and speaking test ;p Today, finally I can relax but it's my last day in Kuching. Tomorrow evening, I'm going to fly back to Adelaide. Hopefully, my hay fever won't be so bad by then. I've been suffering from non-stop sneezing since a month ago! So suffering. - [Gourmet Sausage](https://irenelaw.com/gourmet-sausage/) - I've been seeing my friends going to Gourmet Sausage (1st floor, Sublot 10, L12161, Song Plaza, Jalan Tun Jugah, Jalan Song,) in FB. Finally, I got to go there and try it out. Left: The interior. It's rather dark but I found it a great place to hang out as it's quite spacious. Right: Fish - [Lao Zhi Hao Bak Kut Teh & Bun Hock Kitchen](https://irenelaw.com/lao-zhi-hao-bak-kut-teh-bun-hock-kitchen/) - My firts meal in Kuching, lunch at Lao Zhi Hao Bak Kut Teh located near OneTJ. Left: Dry bak kut teh (RM10 - small) Right: The normal bak kut teh (RM10 - small) Overall... Portion rather small, didn't expect this small for small *LOL* Taste wise, it didn't blow me away, just so-so. The, few - [On the Way Home...](https://irenelaw.com/on-the-way-home/) - After more than 1 1/2 year in Adelaide, finally I flew home last Monday evening. Arrived Kuching last Tuesday morning. Time for me to go back to Adelaide soon! Next Sunday! That's just so crazy! Don't even get to enjoy my holiday to the fullest. On the plane, heading to Singapore. So glad that it's - [After 1 1/2 Year...](https://irenelaw.com/after-1-12-year/) - I'm back in Kuching for a very short holiday. I'm already back for a week. How time flies? I'm gonna fly out again next Sunday! Where did the time go? Didn't do much too... Most of the time stay home studying for IELTS which I will be sitting on 27th Oct and then fly out - [Enjoy Spring and Summer with ASOS](https://irenelaw.com/enjoy-spring-and-summer-with-asos/) - So... It's the middle of spring now in Australia but too bad I found out that I have hay fever. It sort of spoilt my spring for a bit. Then again, nothing can stop me from admiring the spring and summer collection from ASOS. Now that I'm back in Malaysia, by the time I go - [The Original Pancake Kitchen](https://irenelaw.com/the-original-pancake-kitchen/) - I'm back in Kuching but not yet eaten any kolo mee or laksa ;p Anyway, I have many pending posts from Adelaide. The Original Pancake Kitchen is so near my place but I've never been there until more than a year later hehehe... It's located at 13 Gilbert Place at Hindley Street. It's opened 24 - [Rundle Mall Spring/Summer Fashion Parades 2012 – Part 3](https://irenelaw.com/rundle-mall-springsummer-fashion-parades-2012-–-part-3/) - By the time you see this, I will be on my way to Singapore. Gonna reach Kuching tomorrow. Here's final post of the fashion show. See you in Kuching! Now... What should I do in Kuching? Supposed to have a lot to do and now still don't know what I should do apart from having - [Rundle Mall Spring/Summer Fashion Parades 2012 – Part 2](https://irenelaw.com/rundle-mall-springsummer-fashion-parades-2012-–-part-2/) - More from Rundle Mall Spring/Summer Fashion Parades 2012. I'm just lazy hehehe... Actually also busy packing and settle some stuffs before going home. Also, very confused and lost now with the changes I found out on PR application. Either forget about it or go for it and apply to get Canberra to sponsor me. There's - [One Last Option Gone?](https://irenelaw.com/one-last-option-gone/) - :( My one last option to get state sponsorship for PR is gone! My occupation is taken out of the list! Thought can go back now and get the ball rolling for the application but can't do anything for now. So... What should I do next? Plan A gone, plan B gone, plan C also - [Rundle Mall Spring/Summer Fashion Parades 2012 - Part 1](https://irenelaw.com/rundle-mall-springsummer-fashion-parades-2012-part-1/) - It's October already and I'll be home next week! Exactly one week from now! As usual, the annual Rundle Mall Spring/Summer Fashion Parades was on 2 weekends ago. Usually I would be very eager to catch it but this time I didn't really bother. I just decided to go to the mall to do window - [Mandoo](https://irenelaw.com/mandoo/) - WOW! It's been awhile since my last update. So much things going on. I'm still not recovered from all the events. Mandoo is a shop selling Korean dumpling dishes. Mandoo means dumpling in Korean. It's located at Bank Street. Went there quite a long time ago. The photos were in my phone and only got - [I Graduated!](https://irenelaw.com/i-graduated/) - Finally the result is out! Was so worried that I might fail. It was better than expected as I just hoped for a pass! YAY! That's it, 1 1/2 year. How time flies. What should I do next? I'll enjoy my holiday for now. Going home in less than 3 weeks! Rather scary thinking of - [Light Show at Adelaide Royal Show 2012](https://irenelaw.com/light-show-at-adelaide-royal-show-2012/) - This is the light show I mentioned in the previous post. A little disappointing. Thought it's some laser show but it's not hahaha... Enjoy the video! - [Royal Adelaide Show 2012](https://irenelaw.com/royal-adelaide-show-2012/) - Went to the annual Royal Adelaide Show at the Adelaide Showground just now. Things were pretty much the same except strangely... Not many people. It was so crowded last year. I guess because it's a Friday that's why. Anyway, took some photos to share. I'll just let the photos do the talking. Hehehe... Lazy girl... - [Done but...](https://irenelaw.com/done-but/) - Finally finish my exam already! I'm not sure will I be able to graduate this time -.-" Exam was not smooth sailing at all. Just hope can pass that's all, not asking for more. However, come to think of it, it seems like I might lost more marks than I thought. Gossshh! Now I just - [No Confidence](https://irenelaw.com/no-confidence/) - If you notice, I haven't update for quite awhile. I've been pretty busy revising for my one last subject which is accounting. The subject I fear the most because I just can't seem to grasp it ever since secondary school. That's why I was never in commerce stream or do anything that requires me to - [Happy 30th Birthday to Me!](https://irenelaw.com/happy-30th-birthday-to-me/) - MY GOODNESS! I'm hitting 30! No more saying I'm in my 20's *GULP* How time flies? My 29th was rather miserable but my 30th is different from the rest of the years. My friend arranged a surprise birthday party for me on 1st September. It was supposed to be for all the people in the - [Hello Spring 2012](https://irenelaw.com/hello-spring-2012/) - Spring is here! Hello Spring! This year's spring started off with a bang! It's a total opposite of last year. Will update about it later. Couldn't help it with the beautiful sunshine and I started to camwhored while waiting for my transport ;p The yellow flower was the very first flower photo I took in - [Caffe Troppo](https://irenelaw.com/caffe-troppo/) - Caffe Troppo is a rather new place in Adelaide located at 42 Whitmore Square. Discovered it about 1 month ago while accompanying my friend with her house inspection at that area. Really like the interior. Very unique environment. Felt the serenity in there. We decided to have a pre-dinner coffee session before heading back. We - [Slowing Down Again...](https://irenelaw.com/slowing-down-again/) - Hello everyone! I know... I'm not updating again! Extremely busy week. Gonna be quite busy the coming weeks too. So much things to do, assignment due soon and then exam on 11 September. Since I sucks at accounting, I need a lot of time to study. This is my one last subject and one last - [Played with Photo Apps](https://irenelaw.com/played-with-photo-apps/) - I was so bored and need a break from the reading the accounting lecture slides last weekend. Guess what I did? I downloaded so many phone apps for photos and tested them out. Downloaded InstaCam, PuriClub, Phototantastic, and SuperCamera for Windows Phone. You can see the original here: twitpic.com/af9waa twitpic.com/afabvi twitpic.com/afagdu twitpic.com/afat5r twitpic.com/afat5r Just another - [I Graduated! Yet I Forgot...](https://irenelaw.com/i-graduated-yet-i-forgot/) - I totally forgot that today is supposed to be my graduation ceremony for my graduate diploma ;p Since I opted not to attend it this time, I didn't bother about the date and didn't realize it also even though I got to know that my friends are attending the ceremony and it's also their ceremony - [Future Leaders Recognition Award 2012](https://irenelaw.com/future-leaders-recognition-award-2012/) - I got back from Brisbane on 25th July morning, just in time to join the Future Leaders Recognition Award 2012 in the evening. It's just a night to appreciate the volunteers' efforts of UniSA division of business. I'm one of them. First time attend such ceremony ;p Hehehe... Everyone dressed up in business attires. Was - [BBQ City Restaurant](https://irenelaw.com/bbq-city-restaurant/) - Went to BBQ City Restaurant for dinner months back ;p The photos had been staying asleep in my phone for months before I finally transferred them to my computer. I'm just too lazy. It's located at 84 Gouger Street, Adelaide. The place was packed! Anyway, here's what we had: Left: Braised beef flank in hotpot. - [Long Time No See!](https://irenelaw.com/long-time-no-see/) - Long time no see! Hehehe... Haven't post my photos for a long long time. What's more, a proper full length photo of myself is even harder to get as I don't have full length mirror. This was taken this afternoon at Esprit Rundle Mall while waiting for my friend trying out clothes. How I wish - [The Face Shop Sleeping Mask Aqua Drop Pack](https://irenelaw.com/the-face-shop-sleeping-mask-aqua-drop-pack/) - I bought The Face Shop Sleeping Mask Aqua Drop Pack from Korea. Don't remember how much was it already but definitely it's quite cheap. In fact, I never thought of buying anything from The Face Shop that time. My aim was to buy those which can't be found in Malaysia or Australia but I totally - [This Is It](https://irenelaw.com/this-is-it/) - Another post with no photos. Busy weekend. Then will be in Brisbane next week. So... This is it. After so many years of waiting, trials and errors, and ups and downs. It's confirmed. Confirm what? Go figure it out yourself *LOL* What's the next step? We'll see how it goes. Just started. Roughly talked about - [Grow Up People!](https://irenelaw.com/grow-up-people/) - Found out a disturbing news yesterday from back home. There goes our peaceful city. Someone got shot in the head at a local coffee shop =.=" My timeline in Facebook was filled with the news. The thing that annoyed me the most was how people can be so immature in their take on this incident. - [Mixed Feelings](https://irenelaw.com/mixed-feelings/) - It seems like I'll be having what I've always wanted but at the same time I'm worry about it because I don't have much time left here. Even though there's more than 6 months left (if unlucky, then less than 6 months!) still it will be over extremely soon! As simple as what it should - [Bing's Chinese Restaurant](https://irenelaw.com/bings-chinese-restaurant/) - Went to Bing's Chinese Restaurant months back bit never update it because I didn't know the shop's name until recently ;p It's located at Chinatown, 6/85 Grote Street, Adelaide, SA 5000. Just opposite Hong Kong Grocery Shop. Very easy to spot. Left: The interior. Once you go in there, you'll not mistaken you're in a - [Grendha & I](https://irenelaw.com/grendha-i/) - I first fell in love with Grendha Brianna and Bella in gold colour. I've been waiting for these to be on sale last year but both never did until now but I don't need it anymore. So, last year, during the summer, I ended up with Grendha Summer Collection 2011 Romance in gold colour for - [Mochi (Microwave Version)](https://irenelaw.com/mochi-microwave-version/) - I've been wanting to make mochi a long long time but never get to do it. Finally, few weeks ago, I did it. It's so easy! Ingredients: 2 cups of glutinous flour 2 cups of water 2 tablespoons of sugar Sesame seeds/dessicated coconut/anything that can avoid the mochi sticking to each other (no specific measurement, - [Intense Week](https://irenelaw.com/intense-week/) - What an intense week! Exam on Monday night. Wrote till my pinky finger blister! Can you believe that? Hahaha... Don't ask me why that finger, I myself got no idea also and was surprised by it. Then, rushed to get my assignment done. Thought I finally got it done on Friday night, so happy! Who - [The Clovey](https://irenelaw.com/the-clovey/) - Took us quite awhile to decide where to have dinner 3 Saturday nights ago. Finally we ended up at The Clovey since my friends said that he had not tried out the food here. Usually just had drinks here. It's located at The Clovercrest Hotel, 450 Montague Road, Modbury North SA 5092. The atmosphere wasn't - [Maggie Beer's Farm Shop](https://irenelaw.com/maggie-beers-farm-shop/) - Maggie Beer's Farm Shop, our final destination for our Barossa Valley trip. We had to drive through very bad road to reach here because my friend's GPS told him to use this way hahaha... So funny. They came here for the ice cream! *LOL* Two big pumpkins at the entrance. You can even sample the - [RIP My Sony Ericsson K800i?](https://irenelaw.com/rip-my-sony-ericsson-k800i/) - After more than 5 years going through all the ups and downs with me, finally my Sony Ericsson is official dead in Adelaide last few weeks ago. It's my very first mobile phone using my own money to buy. In fact, it already had problem when I was in Korea, had trouble charging it but - [Opsss... No update](https://irenelaw.com/opsss-no-update/) - Hehehe... No update lately. I've been pretty busy with asssignments, exam preparations, and also hanging out with friends. Exam will be next Monday. Then, one final assignment due one week later, luckily for extension. However, it's not an easy one. Very confusing assignment. In the mean time, I think there's a potential. I think I - [Barossa Valley Autumn 2012 – Part 2](https://irenelaw.com/barossa-valley-autumn-2012-–-part-2/) - After lunch, we went to Saltram which is known for its No. 1 Shiraz. There was a wedding going on that day. Not only that, this place was quite packed too with people tasting and buying wine. After that, we headed to Two Hands Wines. No free tasting here. You have to pay, AUD5 and - [Sing Sing Chinese & Vietnamese Restaurant](https://irenelaw.com/sing-sing-chinese-vietnamese-restaurant/) - Forgot to post this. After our Hahndorf trip, we headed back to our friend's house to play game while waiting for dinner time. For dinner, we went to Sing Sing Restaurant at 60 Ridley Grove, Woodville Gardens, SA 5012. Didn't have Vietnamese food for awhile and we ended up here. The choice of food here - [Angaston Roaring 40’s Cafe](https://irenelaw.com/angaston-roaring-40’s-cafe/) - Ooopsss... Wrong labels on the photos ;p Should be "Angaston" not "Pensfolds" ;p Besides, I spelled it wrongly too hahah... Should be "Penfolds". Anyway, let's continue our journey. Before continuing our journey to taste more wine, we had to fill our stomach. Off we went to Angaston just for the best pizza in Australia! WOW! - [Happy Gawai 2012](https://irenelaw.com/happy-gawai-2012/) - Selamt Hari Gawai to those who are celebrating it and happy long weekend for those not celebrating. However, I guess everyone is Sarawak is celebrating no matter it's directly or indirectly. Should post this yesterday but was busy. So... How I spent my Gawai here. I thought it will be the same old day for - [The Whispering Wall](https://irenelaw.com/the-whispering-wall/) - The Whispering Wall. Wanted to go there in the previous Barossa Valley trip last year but was too late. It closed at 5pm. Didn't expect to be able to go there again. We started our journey from the city at 9am. Stopped by Hungry's Jack for breakfast before heading to Barossa Valley. You can Visit - [The Hahndorf Inn](https://irenelaw.com/the-hahndorf-inn/) - The main place we wanted to go in Hahndorf was The Hahndorf Inn. On the way there... (ignore the wrong label of the photo ;p) Almost there... We're there! It was already 3pm and most of us didn't eat any lunch including me hahaha... Only had a cup of oat as my very late breakfast - [My Watch Story](https://irenelaw.com/my-watch-story/) - I used to wear a watch since primary school to college. I've no idea how many watches I had. What I remember is that each of them lasted for years before I changed a new one. I no longer wear one after college because I did not bother to get my watch's battery changed after - [Cheese & Apples](https://irenelaw.com/cheese-apples/) - After Melba's Chocolate Factory, we went to the other shop for cheese tasting. I didn't get to taste any cheese, there's only one person handling both the sales and tasting. We just looked around and left. Then, we headed back to the road leading to Hahndorf. We stopped by The Olde Apple Shed at Onkaparinga - [Melba's Chocolate Factory](https://irenelaw.com/mebas-chocolate-factory/) - Last Saturday, I decided to message my friend asking what his gang would be doing. He told me they'll be going to Hahndorf. I've been thinking of going there since April but don't know who to ask to go with me. I really like the scenery there especially during autumn. So I thicken my face - [Graduated, Graduate Diploma](https://irenelaw.com/graduated-graduate-diploma/) - It's a surprised that I'm actually graduated from graduate diploma and was invited to attend the ceremony in August. I didn't expect it because I had changed my program to master. Cool! Now I have 2 certificates instead of one hahaha... I'm not going to join the ceremony though, will just join the one in - [First 3D Movie in Adelaide - The Avengers](https://irenelaw.com/first-3d-movie-in-adelaide-the-avengers/) - It was a fun day yesterday and today. Went to many places these two days but will post about this first because there's too many photos to share for 2-day day trip. Went to my very first 3D movie in Adelaide at Greater Union Arndale. It was an impromptu decision after dinner. We watched the - [Mekong Thai Restaurant](https://irenelaw.com/mekong-thai-restaurant/) - Last Friday, had a mini gatheting with those who were with me in Busan for cultural exchange. Since the others were looking forward to have dinner, one of us suggested to go to Mekong Thai Restaurant at Hindley Street. I didn't want to have any dinner because I just had my lunch at 3pm. So - [Etude House Petit Darling Nails BR310](https://irenelaw.com/etude-house-petit-darling-nails-br310/) - Haven't been posting about beauty products for ages! This is one of my purchase from Korea. It was on member discount, less than AUD1! So cheap! Should have buy more but I only bought one bottle of nail polish for this trip, now a bit regret. Good nail polish here is so expensive. I've been - [Koreajung](https://irenelaw.com/koreajung/) - Last night, I was surrounded by Koreans (things and people). We had a short meet up with one of our Korean buddy who comes here for exchange in our uni. Didn't expect will see one of them here, most went to Brisbane and Melbourne. We took the opportunity to catch up and he brought along - [Kind Spring Chinese Restaurant](https://irenelaw.com/kind-spring-chinese-restaurant/) - It was quite awhile ago, some time in April. Went for dinner with some friends. We had hotpot aka steamboat. I got no idea Kind Spring Chinese Restaurant actually has hotpot and it's AUD22/person all you can eat. It's been there at Hindley Street for ages and I never knew about that, just not far - [St Kilda Adventure Playground](https://irenelaw.com/st-kilda-adventure-playground/) - Last week, during Anzac Day (25 April), I went to St. Kilda Adventure Playground. This is the one in Adelaide not Melbourne. Don't understand why there are quite a number of places in Adelaide has the same name as those in Melbourne. It wasn't that far from the city. It's an award winning playground. Hmm... - [PKNU Cultural Exchange – 22.1.2012](https://irenelaw.com/pknu-cultural-exchange-–-22-1-2012/) - Final day in Busan. Breakfast at Paris Baguette, just opposite the uni. Then we went back to the hotel to check-out. Thought want to hire taxi to the Busan Internation Airport but with our luggage, we would ended up with 1 person 1 cab, not saving any cost at all. Some more we all were - [May!](https://irenelaw.com/about-half-year-to-go/) - Sigh... It's May already! Half of 2012 is going to be gone in 2 months time! My stay here is ending really soon! One more study period to go. Then I'm done with my Masters. I still haven't decide whether to go for PhD or not. I don't feel like going back. If I didn't - [PKNU Cultural Exchange – 21.1.2012](https://irenelaw.com/pknu-cultural-exchange-–-21-1-2012/) - Early in the morning, we had to check-in to our hotel. Luckily it's inside the uni, the uni owns the hotel, Vistas Guest House. We rented a suite, it was quite expensive but one of us managed to get a cheaper rate (half the rate if not mistaken) with the help of his homestay host. - [PKNU Cultural Exchange – 20.1.2012](https://irenelaw.com/pknu-cultural-exchange-–-20-1-2012/) - The last day of our program. The closing ceremony. Each uni has a representative. It's not volunteered though ;p It's chosen and some were reluctant to go up but at the end still went up and made a great speech! So touching, made us all so teary. There were awards also such as the most - [Aroma Japanese Cuisine](https://irenelaw.com/aroma-japanese-cuisine/) - It's been a long long time not posting food related post. I don't always dine out here, too expensive. Even if I did, I would be going back to the places that I've been to already. On Good Friday, I joined my friends after church service for Japanese food at Aroma Japanese Cuisine. It's all - [PKNU Cultural Exchange – 18.1.2012](https://irenelaw.com/pknu-cultural-exchange-–-18-1-2012/) - The program is ending very soon! Left: In the morning, we had our special lecture as usual. Right: Then, in the afternoon, we went to a high school to experience Taekwondo. We took a bus there but had to walk up the steep hill to the school. It was hard work! Goodness! The view from - [PKNU Cultural Exchange – 17.1.2012](https://irenelaw.com/pknu-cultural-exchange-–-17-1-2012/) - All right! I seriously can't remember what we did on the 16/1/2012, no photos taken also LOL... I guess it was pretty boring, attending classes I think... Today, it's all presentations. We called it PPT day. The last 4 groups doing their presentation. Left: Presentation by other group, about wedding of different countries. Right: Can - [PKNU Cultural Exchange – 15.1.2012](https://irenelaw.com/pknu-cultural-exchange-–-15-1-2012/) - After we got back from our homestay, we went to play Wii. This is one amazing place! TGE Space, near our uni. Not only you can play Wii here but also sing karaoke. We didn't sing, instead we played Wii. My first time playing it, not bad, beginner's luck ;) They provide free flow snacks - [Rundle Mall Autumn/Winter 2012](https://irenelaw.com/rundle-mall-autumnwinter-2012/) - It's Rundle Mall Autumn/Winter 2012. It happened on 25-26 March. I remember I was there when I just arrived in Adelaide last year. It was my very first time watching the fashion parade that time. How time flies?!? It felt like just happened not long ago but it's was one year ago! I'm not going - [Nando's @ Hindley Street](https://irenelaw.com/nandos-hindley-street/) - Had a dinner at Nando's Hindley Street last week. We ordered 2 whole chickens with 2 large sides which cost us $45.50. There were 6 of us, 3 big eater and 3 small eater. Not enough! ;p Simply because the chickens were small. We had mild and extra hot. As for the sides, we had - [Government House Open Day 2012](https://irenelaw.com/government-house-open-day-2012/) - Government House Open Day was on 18th March, more than 10 daya go but only update it now hehehe... Didn't tranfer the photo to the computer that's why. Found out about it on that day itself and decided to check it out even though I wasn't really in the mood. However, I just didn't want - [Randomly on the Street](https://irenelaw.com/randomly-on-the-street/) - *LOL* Can't help it but it's really something I never expect would happen to me. A random guy approached me on the street asking whether I can go out for coffee with him ;p I was walking from Rundle Mall to Rundle Street to meet a friend. On the way there, someone tapped on my - [PKNU Cultural Exchange – 14.1.2012 (Part 2)](https://irenelaw.com/pknu-cultural-exchange-–-14-1-2012-part-2/) - After our lunch, we went for a drive around the coastal area. See the red arrow? These are the well-knwon Korean diving women (Hae-nyao). Finally got to see them in action with my own eyes instead of from the TV. After that, we went to Lotte Aqua Mall. This is the world tallest indoor musical - [1 Year in Adelaide](https://irenelaw.com/1-year-in-adelaide/) - It's a year! Officially one year staying in Adelade. Maybe need to deduct 3 weeks from it because I went to Korea for cultural exchange *LOL* Anyway, last year today, I arrived Adelaide hoping for a whole new start. In this one year, I enjoyed it a lot! I wish I don't have to go - [PKNU Cultural Exchange – 14.1.2012 (Part 1)](https://irenelaw.com/pknu-cultural-exchange-–-14-1-2012-part-1/) - Homestay Day was on the Saturday of the second week of the programme. At 10am, we met our host. I'm so glad I had a partner going with me, else it would be really awkward ;p Our host's dad came to pick us up. The view from the bridge. Awesome! Usually we're just looking at - [Marcellina Pizza Bar & Restaurant](https://irenelaw.com/marcellina-pizza-bar-restaurant/) - Been having pizzas from Marcellina Pizza Bar & Restaurant for awhile, all courtesy from the university. Last week, we decided to go to the shop behind the university at 273, Hindley Street for dinner because as student we get special price for the pizza. This place was established in Adelaide in 1967 We ordered Marcellina - [PKNU Cultural Exchange – 13.1.2012 (Part 4)](https://irenelaw.com/pknu-cultural-exchange-–-13-1-2012-part-4/) - After a long day trip, we had our dinner in the uni, too tired to go out for dinner but at the end still went out for drinking. I didn't drink though. I just went there to join my friends. So much food to go with the beer and soju. If I'm not mistaken, unlimited - [U-Week SP1 2012](https://irenelaw.com/u-week-sp1-2012/) - U-Week SP1 2012, this was what I busy with ever since I got back from Korea. It's an event followed after orientation week. We have orientation week, then U-week, 2 weeks of events because we got too many campuses and too many faculties. Can't do all in a day. Also, each faculty has their own - [PKNU Cultural Exchange – 13.1.2012 (Part 3)](https://irenelaw.com/pknu-cultural-exchange-–-13-1-2012-part-3/) - Should have posted this video first in part 1 ;p On the bus to Gyeongju. After the temple visit, it's time for lunch. No idea where this place is ;p Anyway, the picture on the left is the normal food while the one on the right is for vegetarians. Done with lunch, off we went - [Sushi Train](https://irenelaw.com/sushi-train/) - I'm sure Sushi Train is no stranger to people in Adelaide. I heard of it a lot but I've never been there. Finally I got to go there with my friend who decided to treat me for dinner there. This place is basically similar to Sushi King in Malaysia where the food are placed on - [PKNU Cultural Exchange – 13.1.2012 (Part 2)](https://irenelaw.com/pknu-cultural-exchange-–-13-1-2012-part-2/) - This is the main building of Bulguksa Temple. Sokgyemun, one of the national treasures. There's so many national treasures here. Not these obviously ;p This is the Dabotap. Another national treasure found here. Didn't take much of the national treasures' photos because didn't know it was this special that time hehehe... The view should be - [PKNU Cultural Exchange – 13.1.2012 (Part 1)](https://irenelaw.com/pknu-cultural-exchange-–-13-1-2012-part-1/) - The long awaited day is here! We went to Gyeongju. It was the capital of the ancient kingdom of Silla (57 BC – 935 AD). Left: Some of the snacks given to us for the road trip. Right: Love the view! On the way... Bulguksa Temple is the head temple of the Jogye Order of - [Orientation Week SP2](https://irenelaw.com/orientation-week-sp2/) - Was busy last week with Orientation Week for study period 2. Did not take any photo of myself in the bright red Business Mate uniform ;p I didn't bring my camera with me, always forgot about it. Anyway, we had series of activities going on for the whole week. Daily free lunches too! Nando's, pizza, - [Fringe 2012 (Part 1)](https://irenelaw.com/fringe-2012-part-1/) - Fringe is on! One of the grandest events in Adelaide when almost all the Adelaide comes out to play ;p Some would go away because can't stand the madness. I'm part of the marketing street team for the newest Fringe venue in 2012, had been helping out a bit. The uni is going to be - [PKNU Cultural Exchange – 12.1.2012 (Part 2)](https://irenelaw.com/pknu-cultural-exchange-–-12-1-2012-part-2/) - After caligraphy class, we had to go to do our next mission. We need to produce a video on our assignedd location. We need to go to somewhere quite far, if I recall correctly, it's almost 1 hour subway ride. As usual, we took our subway from this station (left picture). We arrived at Dongnae - [PKNU Cultural Exchange – 12.1.2012 (Part 1)](https://irenelaw.com/pknu-cultural-exchange-–-12-1-2012-part-1/) - Left: In the, we had special lecture about Korean Wave again! However, this time is about the movie industry. Right: In the afternoon, we had caligraphy class. I haven't touch the brush for more than 15 years! WOW! This sure makes me sound like I'm soooo old! ;p We were given with lots of papers - [PKNU Cultural Exchange – 11.1.2012](https://irenelaw.com/pknu-cultural-exchange-–-11-1-2012/) - It's been few days after the previous update, I have problem with my server, I can't log in to upload photos. Luckily I have other server, so now I will just upload my photos there. Sigh... Finally we got to wear the hanbok. There's a special lecture about Korea and was surprised that one of - [PKNU Cultural Exchange – 10.1.2012](https://irenelaw.com/pknu-cultural-exchange-–-10-1-2012/) - It's a Tuesday. Left: we had our special lecture again. This time it's about the history of Korean language and guess what it's not taught by a Korean lecturer. Impressive! Right: Then we had the very first presentation. We were required to come out with any topic related to culture for the presentation. We learnt - [PKNU Cultural Exchange – 8.1.2012](https://irenelaw.com/pknu-cultural-exchange-–-8-1-2012/) - On Sunday, most of our Korean buddies are busy with their own things, so we went out again on our own, this time to Seomyeon for shopping. It's in the subway station, things are selling rather cheap there. When we're there, we couldn't find the place we've been to previously instead ended up in this - [PKNU Cultural Exchange – 7.1.2012 (Part 4)](https://irenelaw.com/pknu-cultural-exchange-–-7-1-2012-part-4/) - The last part for this day. We went to Hae Dong Yong Gung Temple. Had to walk up the hill but the hard work was worth it. We were greeted by amazing view! Left: People threw coins to wish for good blessings. Right: The temple building. Breathtaking views! Left: Must take photo of me with - [PKNU Cultural Exchange – 7.1.2012 (Part 3)](https://irenelaw.com/pknu-cultural-exchange-–-7-1-2012-part-3/) - We went around to look for a proper place for lunch. We splited into two groups, one went for Irish cuisine, another went to the market to hunt for some Korean food. We ventured through the fish market and finally we found a place. We just decided that we would go into the next eatery - [PKNU Cultural Exchange – 7.1.2012 (Part 2)](https://irenelaw.com/pknu-cultural-exchange-–-7-1-2012-part-2/) - This is going to be more than 2 parts post, so many more to go... We went to Hands Coffee at Gwangalli Beach for coffee... Very cosy place, things are more expensive here since it's located at the prime tourist spot. Some of the drinks my friends ordered. Not forgetting a group photo there. Let's - [PKNU Cultural Exchange – 7.1.2012 (Part 1)](https://irenelaw.com/pknu-cultural-exchange-–-7-1-2012-part-1/) - On the 7th day, which was a Saturday, we decided to go for Busan City Tour. We had to take the bus outside Busan Train Station. We got on the bus by paying KRW10,000/adult. It's a hop-on-hop-off type of bus. Quite worth it I guess as it will cost you more on normal bus or - [Australia Day 2012 – Part 2](https://irenelaw.com/australia-day-2012-–-part-2/) - Last day of January 2012! Gone is the first month of 2012! WOW! Last week today, I just got back from my Korea trip and it was 2nd day of CNY. Anyway, back to the topic ;p Took a video during the start, here you go... I'll just let the photos do all the talking. - [PKNU Cultural Exchange – 6.1.2012](https://irenelaw.com/pknu-cultural-exchange-–-6-1-2012/) - 6th day in Korea. Left: Sharing about the life of a foreigner in Korea. I don't remember his name hahaha... I threw my course book away because I need to make space for my luggage. He's a lecturer in Pukyong National University. If you have a PhD, you are "Ph.inisheD"! He's "Ph.inisheD"! *LOL* Right: After - [Australia Day 2012 - Part 1](https://irenelaw.com/australia-day-2012-part-1/) - 26th January was Australia Day. I decided to check out the parade as this is my first time and likely to me last time to see this event. It's celebrated annually nationwide. It's the national day of Australia. In Adelaide, there's parade with many people from different walk of life taking part in it. I - [PKNU Cultural Exchange – 5.1.2012](https://irenelaw.com/pknu-cultural-exchange-–-5-1-2012/) - We had Learn Korean Class twice a week. Well... Reading and pronouncing it is not a problem but knowing what you're reading, it's a bit of problem. That's the unique thing about the Korean language, you can read, you know how to read but you have no idea what you're reading unlike other languages*LOL* View - [PKNU Cultural Exchange – 4.1.2012](https://irenelaw.com/pknu-cultural-exchange-–-4-1-2012/) - The third day of the program. Left: We got our jumper today! I don't even have my own uni's jumper but I got one from this uni. I told my friend that I will wear this to UNISA *LOL* Right: We have another lecture in the afternoon about Korean Wave. Also learnt about the common - [PKNU Cultural Exchange – 3.1.2012 (Part 2)](https://irenelaw.com/pknu-cultural-exchange-–-3-1-2012-part-2/) - At night, we decided to go for a drink at the nearby drinking shop at the university. As usual, people here drink with food, there'll always be various food and the most common one is called the pa jeon (scallion korean pancake). They also ordered a plate of fried potato and the Korean way of - [Happy Chinese New Year 2012!](https://irenelaw.com/happy-chinese-new-year-2012/) - Gong Xi Fa Cai everyone! I miss the firecrackers, fireworks, food, people and more! This year is special to me. First time not celebrating it in Kuching instead in Seoul for the first 20 minutes of the dragon year, then the next 6 hours+ on the plane, up on sky, above many countries including my - [It Comes to An End](https://irenelaw.com/it-comes-to-an-end/) - How time flies!?!? The 3-week program ended yesterday. So much tears involved. It's time to do the dreaded packing after so much shopping! Also, the dreaded heavy luggage -.-". Will surely miss the participants. We've been looking after each other during this whole program. I can't bring my kite back :( It's too big for - [PKNU Cultural Exchange – 3.1.2012 (Part 1)](https://irenelaw.com/pknu-cultural-exchange-–-3-1-2012-part-1/) - Our seconda day of class... Started with breakfast at the dorm's cafetaria. Love this milk! Every morning, we will have heavy breakfast. Rice and kimchi are always on the menu. You'll get kimchin 3 meals a day. Our first special lecture was about Korean Wave. Entertained by various music clips, drama, and movie clips. Opsss... - [Almost a Week! One More Week!](https://irenelaw.com/almost-a-week-one-more-week/) - WOW! Time flies! I haven't update this blog for almost a week and this is the final week for me in Busan. Will be flying off Sunday night and reach Adelaide on 24th January, 2nd day of CNY. It's been so busy. We had so much planned for us, very intensive indeed. I got an - [Glasses Dilemma](https://irenelaw.com/glasses-dilemma/) - Those who are wearing glasses definitely will experience something like annoying reflection, fingerprints, dust, oil and so on every single day. I can't stand all these on the glasses. I would always want to clean it, it's annoying that's why I seldom wear glasses but mostly contact lens. With the new technology available now known - [PKNU Cultural Exchange – 2.1.2012 (Part 1)](https://irenelaw.com/pknu-cultural-exchange-–-2-1-2012-part-1/) - Views from my bedroom balcony. Very nice views! Finally the class started on 2/1/2012. Woke up early to prepare for orientation. Breakfast at the cafetaria with new friends we met. They're all Koreans and Australians. It's interesting to see so many eye candies hehehe... Sitting next to one is even more exciting ;p Orientation in - [PKNU Cultural Exchange – 2.1.2012 (Part 2)](https://irenelaw.com/pknu-cultural-exchange-–-2-1-2012-part-2/) - We went to Seomyeon after UN Memorial Cemetery. It's one of the major shopping places in Busan. Another group went to Nampodong. Random photos of the street. Left: Their cafe is so unique! You'll get a room for you and your friends and each room has different interior design. Must go there one day. Right: - [PKNU Cultural Exchange – 1.1.2012 (Part 2)](https://irenelaw.com/pknu-cultural-exchange-–-1-1-2012-part-2/) - I took the Airport Railway to Gimpo Airport as it's much easier. Got the ticket from the vending machine. I fell asleep so many times on the train. So exhausted! Finally I'm in Gimpo Airport. I just followed the crowd. Was almost denied entrance to the departure hall because of the name difference on my - [PKNU Cultural Exchange - 1.1.2012 (Part 1)](https://irenelaw.com/pknu-cultural-exchange-1-1-2012-part-1/) - Finally I reached Incheon Airport at 10pm+ on 31/1/11. Then took me about 45 minutes to get tru' to the immigration. So many people! First thing when I got out of the arrival hall was to find a place to settle down in the airport but the transit area was already closed! Then I thought - [I'm Disconnected!](https://irenelaw.com/im-disconnected/) - Announcement to make... I arrived safely in Busan. Phew... What an advanture! I was on my own all the time with very very little knowledge of Korean -.-" Everyone was speaking Korean, even on the flight, majority were Koreans. The journey was more than 26 hours! Long transits. 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