Food

18 Nov 2025

Iman Sofia

The tantalising scent of yakitori sizzling over hot charcoal is one of the things that always piques the interest of…

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B.O.D 包栈: JB’s go-to for fluffy handmade bao, quality dim sum & fuss-free comfort

Mid-Range ($26-60) Johor Bahru

17 Nov 2025

Isabelle Ang

I’ve long been a loyal fan of one particular Singaporean bakery’s frozen baos — and I’ll rave about it to anyone…

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D’Shanghai Dim Sum 大上海点心: Freshly handmade dim sum & comfort food for every craving at this JB restaurant

16 Nov 2025

Isabelle Ang

As a frequent JB day tripper, the perfect itinerary in my books is never complete without a hearty dim sum…

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Hock Kee Kopitiam Bukit Bintang: Latest outlet with 8 must-try signature dishes & local favourites

Mid-Range ($26-60) Kuala Lumpur

7 Nov 2025

Iman Sofia

If there’s one thing that unites Malaysians faster than a flash sale, it’s the promise of a good kopitiam. A…

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8 best yakiniku spots in Klang Valley for authentic Japanese BBQ & tender wagyu

Premium ($61-$150) Buffets Food Guides Kuala Lumpur

6 Nov 2025

Iman Sofia

In Klang Valley, yakiniku has taken on a life of its own. What was once a humble charcoal affair has…

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10 finest steak restaurants in KL for juicy cuts worth every penny

Food Guides Western Kuala Lumpur

10 Sep 2025

Iman Sofia

In a city that never seems to stop, Kuala Lumpur is a hotspot for food lovers, and if there’s one…

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Tong Ah Bakery: Beloved JB bakery for classic & creative mooncakes, with timeless recipes since 1952

Mid-Range ($26-60) Johor Bahru

8 Sep 2025

Isabelle Ang

I adored Mid-Autumn as a sugar-loving child for a huge, round reason: mooncakes. But you know how growing pains go…

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10 best mooncakes in JB to light up your Mid-Autumn 2025

4 Sep 2025

Isabelle Ang

Lanterns, family time and plenty of excuses to eat dessert — Mid-Autumn 2025 is right around the corner, and that means mooncake-hunting…

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10 must-try food spots in Pavilion Kuala Lumpur for the ultimate gourmet escape

28 Aug 2025

Iman Sofia

If fashion is Pavilion KL’s first love, then food is its most delicious affair. Between couture boutiques and glittering storefronts,…

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13 best makan places in Paradigm Mall JB [Aug 2025 update]

23 Aug 2025

Iman Sofia

Paradigm Mall Johor Bahru is the ultimate destination for thrill-seekers and adrenaline enthusiasts. Spanning an expansive 1.3 million square feet,…

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Local House: Must-try Eco Botanic kopitiam with charcoal-grilled kaya toast, stellar Penang CKT & local faves

30 Jul 2025

Isabelle Ang

Ask any Singaporean and they’ll agree that getting up bright and early is paramount to making the most of our…

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10 best hotpot restaurants in JB to add to your list

29 Jul 2025

Isabelle Ang

Name me a better pairing than hotpot on a rainy day. A bubbling pot of comforting soup, a tantalising spread…

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10 best makan places in The Exchange TRX [Jul 2025 update]

26 Jul 2025

Isabelle Ang

Since The Exchange TRX opened in Nov 2023, it’s steadily risen to become one of the most beloved malls in…

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9 best muslim-friendly ramen restaurants in the Klang Valley for an umami-filled time [Jul 2025 update]

Food Guides

13 Jul 2025

Iman Sofia

There’s nothing better than a warm bowl of noodle soup on a cold day. They say that the key to…

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Lim Fried Chicken (JB): 42-year-old crispy fried chicken joint with curry cheong fun, 10 mins from checkpoint

Mid-Range ($26-60) Cafes Johor Bahru

13 Jul 2025

Aaron Tan

Who would have thought a simple hawker stall, run by a Melakan couple selling fried chicken and nasi lemak, would…

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A must-visit JB cafe with 10 signature menu items you can’t miss

3 Jul 2025

Aaron Tan

Besides the fact that Nimmies Pastry Cafe is situated in a cool, 2-storey bungalow, it’s also convenient to get there….

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10 best places to eat dim sum in Johor Bahru [Jul 2025 update]

Mid-Range ($26-60) Kuala Lumpur

2 Jul 2025

Iman Sofia

Dim sum is a variety of small Chinese dishes typically enjoyed for brunch (but you can have it at any…

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Hameediyah Masjid India: Malaysia’s oldest nasi kandar spot now in Semua House Mall with iconic ayam bawang, lamb shank, sotong goreng viral & mix kebab platter

3 Jun 2025

Iman Sofia

If you’re not a fan of nasi kandar, chances are you just haven’t tasted the right one yet. In fact,…

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10 best kopitiams in Klang Valley for classic local food with a twist

2 Jun 2025

Iman Sofia

What’s your idea of comfort food? I personally have a few, but I always find myself coming back to the…

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9 best restaurants to brave the Subang Jaya SS15 traffic for [Apr 2025 update]

23 Apr 2025

Iman Sofia

SS15. I know I personally groan at the very thought of looking for a parking spot in this part of…

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Cha Lao Dim Sum: Authentic pushcart-style Cantonese artisanal dim sum in JB with tong sui trolley

Mid-Range ($26-60) Premium ($61-$150) Food Guides Johor Bahru

24 Mar 2025

Aaron Tan

For Singaporeans, no Causeway adventure to JB — jam or no jam — is complete without an exciting hunt for…

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Hari Raya 2025: 10 best spots to get Raya goodies in JB

9 Mar 2025

Iman Sofia

Ramadan is only starting, but as per tradition — for Muslims in Malaysia, at least — we’re already gearing for…

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9 best ice cream shops in JB [Feb 2025 update]