Win Soon Cafe @ iCom Square

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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 hope I got this name correct, it’s fish paste meehoon. This dish was extremely salty.


Fish head meehoon soup and fish paste meehoon soup. The soup is milky and salty. Too salty for me, gosh…

Not a place I would come back again. All too salty. Nothing special though. I’m sure you can get it cheaper and nicer at other places. I’m just not a fan of these type of dishes.

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Nando’s Mango & Lime PERi-PERi

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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 will have to skip due to work.


First impression of new flavour was sweet, tangy, and zesty, there won’t be any spiciness at all. However, we were caught with surprise when we tasted a bit of kick of spiciness. Woohooo! Great combination.

According to Nando’s Malaysia, the spiciness level is between Lemon & Herb and Mild. My mum’s taste buds cannot tolerate the mild level of the PERi-ometer but when she tried it, she said it’s acceptable, she could still take the spiciness.

Mind you, this flavour is not just available in Malaysia but you can find them in any Nando’s all over the world.

So? Go to Nando’s Vivacity or tHe Spring to try this new flavour out.

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5D Museum at Sentosa Theme Park

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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 rest of the talking. Just sharing some here.






Left: Something to highlight here… it will make you really really dizzy when you’re in the house. Also, things will move the opposite direction too. You will have to feel it yourself to know what I’m talking about.


In case you are curious, here’s the pricing as of November 2016:
Adult: RM 49(M’sia Mykad Holder)
Kids (3-12 years): RM29(M’sia Mykad Holder)
Below 3 years is free. (M’sia Mykad Holder)
Operating Hours: Everyday 11am~11pm

Aside from the museum, other games are available. Each will be charged. The more games you play, the more you will pay. There is no entrance fee for unlimited play.

Left: 3D Hunter Game.
Right: 9DVR, experience virtual reality experience. If you are wearing skirt, no worries, they will hang a cloth over the machine to cover you up from accidental “show”.


Left: Dart game.
Right: The largest indoor archery shooting field in Malaysia.


Left: The track for all sort of rides such as drift cart, hover cart and etc. for you to choose.
Right: Augmented reality. The video and photos of you in the room will be recorded, you can opt to buy them.

The largest indoor skating rink in Malaysia is here too. I didn’t take photo of it though.

After playing, there’s Warung Atap Cafe for your to fill your tummy. The food is reasonably priced and the portion is quite huge too.

Do go there and spend your fun time with your family. It sure gave us so much fun and laughter in the museum.

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Virgin Longhouse Experience at Batang Ai

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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 was really bright and it stung. Sunscreen, cap, and remember to cover up to avoid getting sunburn. Luckily I have a scarf and jacket with me.


The lake is so huge that there is a need for directional signboard.


My virgin longhouse experience. My first time stepping into a longhouse. It sure is an eye opener.


Handicrafts on the wall for sell.


Left: The verandah where they dry their laundry and dry peppers or paddy.
Right: Had the opportunity to visit a “pintu”(door), it just like your normal house with living area, kitchen, bathroom. The bedroom will be at the living area as you can see from the photo, those at the corner are their mattress.


Some old jars in the house and the kitchen area.


Some of them still maintain the method of cooking using firewood. We had lunch in the longhouse, all the food prepared for us was cooked with firewood.


Left: Tilapia, a must to have. It’s smoked! Oh my! It was so yummy!!
Right: Ayam pansuh (bamboo chicken) and paku.


We were also being entertained by traditional dance and served with tuak. I only had a sip of it.


A photo for the album.


We went to have a look around the village and this photo on the right is the modern longhouse which made up of mostly concrete.


After longhouse visit, we went to the waterfall. The lake water is blue/green/turquoise in colour, very beautiful.


Did a bit of hike and we reached the waterfall. Goodness me… Mosquitoes were feasting on me!! -.-” This is the lower part of the waterfall. There’s a staircase to go up to another level great for dipping. I didn’t go up though, just too lazy. 😛

That’s about it on my Batang Ai trip. This is one activity can arrange with Aiman Batang Ai Resort & Retreat when you are there.

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Aiman Batang Ai Resort & Retreat

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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 transportation offered by local tour operators or self-drive.


The last leg of the journey is by motorized boat across the lake. My first time here last year. It’s no longer under Hilton. It’s now managed by Planet Borneo Lodge Management since January 2016.


The longhouse style resort nestles in the middle of the trees. It’s approximately 20 minutes boat ride to reach the resort.


Upon reaching the resort, you will need to do a bit walking walking uphill to reach the lobby.


Left: The lobby.
Right: The swimming pool. We were so tempted to jump in, it was such a hot day. I didn’t bring my swimsuit… Too bad…


Left: The longhouse we stayed. The “tanju” (verandah) is very spacious, it’s such a pity that there’s nothing there. However, it will be a great place to gather with your friends enjoying the breeze from the lake.

Right: My room, Twin bedroom. The room is dated, well…. What do you expect from a resort located in the middle of Batang Ai National Park, can only be accessed by boat and has been around for more than 2 decades. At least it’s clean.



The different sections of the room and the view from the verandah outside the room. Such magnificent view! The lake is huge!


We went for hike in the evening with our guide. The photo here shows one of the ancient graves. This 120-year-old grave belonged to a popular Iban chief, Jamit Ngumbang. After that, we headed to the canopy walk, 130m long and 50m above the ground. It’s not that bad. Not shaky, quite secure.


After a long day, we’re so hungry! Buffet dinner was served. I forgot to include the tilapia dish. It’s a must-have when you are here. Food was not bad. Love the baked apples. Looked sweet but not that sweet. It still maintain some of the texture, not mushy at all.

By the way, WiFi is only available at the lobby.

Overall, the place is good for those looking to escape the hectic life of the city. Staying a night or two here and joining the various nature and cultural activities or have a session of spa is great to unwind. The only thing is the property is quite dated, a refurbishment is needed which will also mean it will cost you more after refurbishment. There’s always good and bad. I would day, don’t expect too much of luxury, just enjoy the nature.

Address: Batang Ai, Lubok Antu, 95900, Sarawak, Malaysia

Batang Ai, Going Places, Land of the Hornbills - Sarawak