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Malay Mail
9 hours ago
- Business
- Malay Mail
Ara Damansara Restoran Do Re Mi 123's Ipoh curry ‘mee' stall to relocate to Bandar Kinrara Restoran BK 33 Kopitiam
PETALING JAYA, June 23 — This Ipoh curry mee stall located in Restoran Do Re Mi 123 will be serving its last bowls of curry mee there today. Stall owner Yap Kian Fung confirmed that he will be opening at Restoran BK 33 Kopitiam on June 26. Yap has garnered a solid fan base for his rich curry mee offerings served with poached chicken and roast pork over the last18 years. His devoted diners made a beeline to this Ara Damansara coffee shop. Today is the last day to relish this bowl of rich curry 'mee' with roast pork and poached chicken at Ara Damansara Restoran Do Re Mi 123 before the stall relocate to Bandar Kinrara on June 26. — Picture by Lee Khang Yi A year ago, Yap told Malay Mail he felt business had dwindled, most probably due to the rise of new coffee shops around the area. Moreover with the heat, many diners avoid the coffeeshop during lunch time as the main dining area is not air conditioned and protected by canopies to ward off the glaring sunlight. 2. One can also opt for dry curry 'mee' with roast pork and smooth poached chicken served with a bowl of soup on the side. — Picture by Lee Khang Yi Yap, who lives in Puchong, decided to relocate his stall to Bandar Kinrara, an area with higher foot traffic. Getting into Restoran BK 33 Kopitiam was not easy as many others were also bidding for the spot but luckily he succeeded. Stall owner Yap Kian Fung has been selling curry mee for about 18 years. — Picture by Lee Khang Yi This morning, his assistant was going around their current space to inform their regular customers about the move which has been kept under wraps until now. Yap is hopeful business will improve there, especially since the coffee shop is air conditioned, making it easier for office workers to grab lunch in a cooler space. Currently a small bowl of curry mee with poached chicken is RM9, while the larger size is RM10. For the roast pork curry mee, it's RM10 for a small bowl and RM11 for a big bowl. Their new place of business starts from June 26 at Restoran BK 33 Kopitiam, Bandar Kinrara. — File picture by Lee Khang Yi At the Bandar Kinrara place, prices for his curry mee will increase by RM1 but he will add an extra ingredient namely fuchuk to the bowl which is served with bean sprouts, beancurd puffs and a choice of meat like poached chicken or roast pork. Ipoh Curry Chicken Stall, Restoran BK 33 Kopitiam, 1, Jalan BK 5A/2D, Bandar Kinrara, Puchong (Business starts from June 26) • This is an independent review where the writer paid for the meal. • Follow us on Instagram @eatdrinkmm for more food gems.
Free Malaysia Today
12 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Free Malaysia Today
Latibule Coffee offers smooth espresso topped with retro charm
The menu at Latibule Coffee is limited and that's a good thing. (Dinesh Kumar Maganathan @ FMT Lifestyle) PETALING JAYA : Have you ever stepped into a space and, ever so subtly, felt like you've been transported to a different era? The mood shifts, the atmosphere draws you in, and even the aroma in the air seems to lift you up. Walking into Latibule Coffee in Ara Damansara – a Japanese kissaten-inspired coffeehouse with retro-modern finishes and oriental jazz playing softly in the background – you might find yourself thinking: this is the closest you'll ever get to time travel. The brainchild of Shum E Yern, Latibule Coffee takes its dark roast coffee brewing very seriously – promising a caffeinated experience unlike any other. The menu here is limited, and that's not necessarily a bad thing. Shum E Yern (right) and Samuel Hau are coffee lovers who want to create a unique experience for their customers. (Dinesh Kumar Maganathan @ FMT Lifestyle) Shum, together with his partner Samuel Hau, knows exactly what they're doing, offering customers – especially coffee and tea lovers – a curated experience that prioritises taste, comfort, and a touch of aromatic pizzazz. At Latibule Coffee, the star is their dark roast – a deliberate nod to the traditional kissaten style. 'If you go to Japan, all the kissaten serve dark roast kaw kaw,' Shum enthused, adding the cafe's vibe was inspired by his travels to Japan, Taiwan, and Hong Kong. Instead of a generic dark roast, Shum and his team worked closely with their roaster to create a unique profile: just dark enough to develop rich coffee oils without burning the beans. It's this attention to detail that led to one of their most distinct offerings, the Slippery Espresso, an intense shot of special dark roast with a velvety layer of oil. The Slippery Espresso is definitely a must-try for coffee lovers. (Dinesh Kumar Maganathan @ FMT Lifestyle) 'Most people don't like espresso because it's too intense or sour,' Shum explained. 'But if you try this, maybe you can accept it. When you drink, it's not sharp. It's smooth.' Like the kissaten of post-war Japan – quiet retreats for writers and thinkers – Latibule Coffee offers a similar sense of calm. Fittingly, latibule means 'sanctuary' in Latin. Tables for two, some tucked into cosy corners, invite guests to unwind. Small signs on each table gently ask patrons to lower their voices, so everyone can enjoy the music and the atmosphere. Nothing goes to waste here, with tea made from coffee byproducts. (Dinesh Kumar Maganathan @ FMT Lifestyle) Beyond the slippery espresso, Latibule Coffee's Sibeh Dirty Latte is a must-try for avid coffee drinkers. Unlike the conventional version, this uses freeze-distilled sweet milk, giving it a slightly yoghurty texture. When poured into a shot of Slippery Espresso, you get a cold latte that's smooth, creamy, and almost dessert-like – perfect for the hot weather. While the staple oolong and white teas are available, Latibule Coffee also offers something truly unique: three types of tea made from coffee plant by-products – coffee leaf, coffee blossom, and coffee cascara, which is the dried husk of the coffee cherry. The Japanese drip coffee has a smoky profile and no bitter aftertaste. (Dinesh Kumar Maganathan @ FMT Lifestyle) For those who enjoy earthy, slightly herbaceous flavours with floral notes and a hint of caramel, the Coffee Leaf Tea is worth a try – though it's definitely an acquired taste. The Coffee Blossom Tea, on the other hand, is pale in colour and boasts a sweeter, lighter, and more floral profile that, strangely enough, evokes a sense of lighthearted happiness. Feeling peckish? The Chocolate Terrine is a rich, velvety mix of fudge, cake, and mousse. It's pure indulgence in a tiny loaf. Chocolate lovers, you might want to keep this one all to yourself. The Egg Puddings are also a treat, with a jiggly texture reminiscent of tau foo fah. The original flavour is already delicious, but you can take it up a notch with the rum and raisin version – an indulgent way to wind down after a long day at work. Ultimately, if you're looking to enjoy a rich cuppa with Canto-pop and jazz playing in the background – perhaps while reading a book and soaking in a moment of solitude – Latibule Coffee is the place to be. Latibule Coffee 21-1, Jalan PJU 1A/20, Ara Damansara, 47301 Petaling Jaya, Selangor For location, click here. Business hours: 12pm-7pm (weekdays), 11am-7pm (weekends) Follow Latibule Coffee on Instagram.
Yahoo
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Sheila Majid's eldest daughter got engaged
17 Jun - Sheila Majid recently revealed that daughter Kayda Aziz has recently got engaged to the man of her choice named Syafiq. Sharing the good news on Instagram, the jazz queen posted a video from the engagement ceremony held at Gamelan Restaurant in Ara Damansara, where Kayda is seen pretty in pink. She posted, "She's engaged. Praise be to God. May Allah ease everything." Many took to the comments to congratulate Kayda and Sheila herself, including fellow singers Anuar Zain, Ning Baizura and Noryn Aziz, with the former writing, "Congratulations Sheila & [Kayda]. May ALLAH SWT bless all your affairs... Amen Amen Amen Oh Lord... I am happy for you." Kayda, real name Wan Nur Khaleda, is Sheila's eldest daughter with former husband and music producer Roslan Aziz. She also has a son with Roslan and two more daughters with music director Acis, whom she married in 2003. View this post on Instagram A post shared by missmajid (@missmajid) (Photo Source: Sheila Majid IG, BH)
