Shop Safely From Home with S-Mart Sabah

The Movement Control Order (MCO) has put a restriction on Malaysians in order to curb the spreading of COVID-19. Sabahans are finding it harder to shop for essential items during this period, given the limited access. 

Shopee is extending its support to Sabahans via S-Mart Sabah, a Sabah-dedicated online store on the platform, providing them with greater convenience so they can shop for their daily needs from home. The e-commerce platform is working closely with brands like Nestle, Oral-B, Harpic, Follow Me and Genki to manage supplies and bring in more products like instant noodles, milk, cereal, toothpaste, shampoo and diapers so shoppers will have access to them throughout this period. 

[Food] Grand Opening of the freshly refurbished Camaca outlet at Jalan Dewan, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah.

This Taiwan based dessert shop founded by a Traditional Chinese Medicine professor recently had a face lift and reopened the Jalan Dewan branch (located near the KK Community Hall).  The Imago Shopping Mall branch has closed down.  

[Activities] Paddle with the Legend: Sunrise Kayaking at Kg. Serusup, Tuaran.

With the current covid-19 situation, traveling abroad is best avoided.  Life aren't necessarily be boring for all of us (in reality my life is pretty hectic with running plans and food tasting, occasionally will take a day or 2 off just to rest).  There's so many beautiful places that you can go on an adventure locally at a reasonable price.  In reality, I don't think anyone will be able to finish it unless they travel full time.

The view of Mt. Kinabalu 😍

[Promo] Sutera Harbour Resort 50% off Flash Deal! 5 days ONLY from 4th - 8th March 2020

Sutera Harbour is extending one of its best deals of the year for families to spend the upcoming school break.  This one-of-a-lifetime sale is limited to 5 days ONLY, with booking period starting from 4th to 8th March 2020 and stay period from 13th to 21st March 2020, so make your booking NOW!

Stay at either the sleek Deluxe Golf View room at the Pacific Sutera Hotel at only RM350.00nett per night or in a more modern-contemporary Deluxe Garden View room at the Magellan Sutera Resort at only RM400.00nett per night.  Also a 50% OFF on your second room (MUST be the same room category and same date).

[Event] Shopee Launches Sabah-Dedicated Online Store

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Shopee, Malaysia's number one e-commerce platform, is expanding its presence in East Malaysia with the launch of its Sabah-dedicated online store called S-Mart Sabah.  The move is expected to serve the local market with greater convenience and help reduce cost of living on daily essentials for Sabahans.

S-Mart Sabah, which can be found on Shopee by searching for "s-mart sabah", offers one-stop access to a range of groceries and household necessities from leading brands including MILO, Maggi, Nescafe, Oral-B, Harpic, and Downy, with more coming on board such as PetPet and Genki.  According to Nielsen, Malaysians are becoming more financially prudent and seek to save on daily necessities .  In 2019, 88% stated that they are adjusting spending to save on household expenses, while 4 in 5 are seeking the lowest prices on necessities.  S-Mart Sabah caters to the need for greater value by offering quality products at competitive prices, with up to 10% savings daily and up to 40% during special campaigns.

[Food] Celebrate Auspicious Beginnings with Sutera Harbour Resort

Celebrate auspicious beginnings at Sutera Harbour Resort, where a spread of abundant Chinese New Year feast awaits.

[Food] Prosperity Yee Sang to Good Fortune at Avangio Hotel Kota Kinabalu

Chinese New Year celebration is never complete without the partaking of the traditional auspicious salad dish known as "Yee Sang".  To kick start the 2020 Chinese New Year, Avangio Hotel Kota Kinabalu shared a customary tossing of "Yee Sang"session with members of the press led by the hotel's Director Sales & Marketing - Ms. Winnie Chua, recently with a tantalizing medley of its traditional festive dishes specially prepared by its Master Chefs!

[Food] Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu Unveils Auspicious Celebrations

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu kicks off the Chinese New Year celebration with a Yee Sang tossing with the management of the hotel as well as local foodies.

[Food] Roadtrip to Keningau: Keningau Food.

It has been a struggle trying to blog.  One reason being exhausted on a daily basis, another would be that I needed fast internet connection and blogging from home is not an option due to this issue and doing it from work, well, I don't really have all the time in the world thrown on my lap.  

On another note, am finally catching up on writing (being motivated and all), so hopefully all those pending posts will come out this year (given that, am still motivated).

So last Christmas (okay a day before Christmas, 24th Dec to be exact), me and my group decided to go on a food roadtrip to Keningau.  This was our first trip together as a group and coz we clicked (we spent a huge amount of time together food tasting for a year or so already).  We didn't really have a  clear plan but we compiled a list of some worthy places to visit based on my personal trip (to Keningau), Keningau people's recommendations and Google Map.

First trip with my cabinzero Adv Dry 11L (thank you cabinzero for Cyber Monday).  You could follow cabinzero via Instagram for latest update and sales, who knows you could win one too!  Or if you can't wait that long, use my code for 10% off, here.

Left at 7:30am and got to Papar for breakfast in an hour.  Carpool! And we had a system to how we were gonna split the bill.

[Food] This Chinese New Year, Welcome Abundant Beginnings with Hilton Kota Kinabalu

Yes, I know what you're thinking.  Another food post.  I will do myself to rush my other posts especially travels and hiking (sorry, I have been busy re-energizing from the countless days of traveling and eating with no breaks, of cos I have to exercise too).  But first!  Here's another food post for the Chinese New Year! Hehe. 

[Food] Avangio Hotel Kota Kinabalu Mingle & Jingle with Media Members & Supporting Clients

Avangio Hotel Kota Kinabalu recently shared the joyous of Christmas season with Media Members and its supporting clients over a bountiful feast at its coffeehouse - Mercato Cafe (located at Ground Floor) to celebrate the spirit of giving and offering thanks for another successful year.

[Food] Have A Sweet Christmas by Celebrity Baker Raymond Tan at Promenade Cafe, Promenade Hotel Kota Kinabalu

Following three past successful launching and collaborations with Celebrity Chefs, this festive season, Promenade Hotel Kota Kinabalu introduces "Have A Sweet Christmas" by Melbourne's Celebrity Home Baker, Raymond Tan.  The launching, officiated by the Guest of Honour - Datin Rachel Anthony Shim, and was witnessed by the media and industry bloggers and showcased Raymond Tan's, also known as Ray Ray, creative Cake-Popsicles with a short demonstration at Promenade Cafe, Promenade Hotel Kota Kinabalu.

He made it so easy that everyone can do it.

[Food] Festivities at Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

Unlock Festivities @ Le Meridien where we rebel in style and celebrate these festive moments with sparkles.  Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu curates a wonderful Christmas story for memorable celebrations with delicious food offerings and guests can also share the festive spirit with exclusive Le Meridien hampers and Christmas treats.

[Food] New Creative Culinary Experience at Favola, Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu Introduces New Ala Carte Menu

Had the opportunity to try Favola at Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu's new ala carte menu curated by local talent, Executive Sous Chef Gary Ekar and his team last week before my trip.

"Being a chef, perfection means to master our crafts".

"This menu was crafted through my experience in France; while attending the one star Michelin level Ecole Gastronomicom in Le Cap d'Agde and when I did my apprentice in a 2 Michelin star Restaurant Alexandre in Nimes" explained Chef Gary.

"I was also inspired to combine the elements of sensory taste, sight, sound, touch and smell using fresh produce and ingredients from the destination and to create great masterpieces.  Guests will also enjoy a unique and engaging service experience complemented by our passionate team", he added.

[Event] Sabah Bakery and Hospitality Exhibition (SBAHE) 2019

The Sabah Bakery and Hospitality Exhibition (SBAHE), the first bakery and hospitality exhibition held in East Malaysia.  This expo is organized by Sabah Confectionery and Bakery Association (SCABA) which happened last weekend, the 22nd to the 24th November 2019 at first floor, ITCC Exhibition Hall at ITCC Shopping Mall, Penampang from 10am to 8pm (the advert says 10pm though).

[Food] An Evening with Chef Emmanuel Stroobant & U.S Potatoes

Chef Emmanuel Stroobant making U.S. Potatoes Hashbrown with Salmon.  Photo by Radzie Rahman

Potatoes USA presents "An Evening with Chef Emmanuel Stroobant and U.S. Potatoes", an exclusive cooking demo session by the celebrity 2-star Michelin chef at The Pavilion, Shangri-La Tanjung Aru Resort yesterday evening.  We had an enjoyable session watching the chef in action and trying out his scrumptious U.S. Potatoes dishes, also get to go home with the recipes.  Cooking looks easy when you get to see live demo.  All four dishes are with U.S Potatoes as their main ingredient..

Ms. Indra Balaratnam, Consultant Dietitian

[Food] Halloween Fright Night Buffet Dinner at Cafe Boleh, Pacific Sutera Hotel

Happy Halloween 🦇 🎃 🤡 👻.

How did you spend your Halloween this year? I am always excited about Halloween and would spent hours watching horror movies/thrillers.  I used to play dress up in ky favourite characters, sometimes would custom made my costumes or just use whatever I have.  Haven't been doing em lately coz I have been busy and dressing up, putting on make up takes time.

[Food] 4 Flavors in 1 Experience as Domino's Launches First-of-its-kind Quattro Pizza

Some of life's hardest decisions revolves around deciding what to eat when you are with your friends and family. Domino's has developed the ideal solution to the everyday million-dollar question of "What to eat?".