Lost World Hotel, Tambun
As part of Sunway International Hotels and Resorts, Lost World Hotel, just within walking distance from the Lost World of Tambun theme park in Sunway City, Ipoh, opened its doors … Read More
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Universal Medicine Buddha Puja
Compared to Wesak Day, the recent Medicine Buddha puja at the Enlightened Heart Tibetan Buddhist Temple attracted a smaller crowd of only about 300 devotees.
K-Pop Boy Band M.I.K. Private Beach Party
The up and coming K-Pop boy band, M.I.K., which stands for Move In Key, was in Ipoh for a short visit to chill out after a hectic meet-the-fans promotional tour … Read More
Symphony Suites Hotel Official Opening
Symphony Suites Hotel’s official opening was attended by the who’s who of Ipoh. Graced and officiated by Ipoh City Mayor Dato’ Hj. Roshidi Hj. Hashim, the hotel had a soft … Read More
Sago Factory Chimney, Mukah, Sarawak
The sago palms thrived in the peat soils of the Rajang Delta in the 19th century. Thus, local chieftains became wealthy from the labour of local farmers who extracted the … Read More
Making Kueh Sepit – Traditional Biscuit
While in Mukah, Sarawak, we had the opportunity to stop by a small cottage bakery in Kg. Telian to see for ourselves how the traditional ‘kueh sepit’ is made.
The Making of Tebaloi (Sago Crackers)
The Melanau people (ethnic tribe) is closely associated with the sago palm. It was their staple food and the mainstay of their economy. Over time, it has developed into an … Read More
Nibong Seafood Restaurant, Mukah, Sarawak
Had a sumptuous authentic Melanau (ethnic tribe) dinner at Nibong Seafood Restaurant, located along Jalan Orang Kaya Setia Raja, opposite the Civic Centre in town.
Lamin Dana, Mukah, Sarawak
Lamin Dana is basically a cultural boutique lodge in the Melanau heartland of Mukah, Sarawak. The Melanau, who make up about 7% of the Sarawak population, is the oldest ethnic … Read More
Kingwood Resort, Mukah, Sarawak
Kingwood Resort is an unassuming ‘beach resort’ that looks more like a government block instead.
Pink October Carnival 2013
October is breast cancer awareness month and throughout the world, female-related non-governmental organisations would initiate activities to create awareness on breast cancer among their communities.
Pre-Event: Craft & Flea Bazaar
Good news. Ipoh’s popular Craft & Flea Bazaar is back this weekend at De Garden, from 2pm – 6pm today and from 10am – 6pm tomorrow. Bazaars like these are … Read More