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Explore Malaysia
Malaysia (马来西亚), the nearest country to Singapore, consists of both Peninsula Malaysia (West Malaysia) and Borneo Malaysia (East Malaysia). West Malaysia is easily accessible from Singapore via land, sea and air, whereas Borneo Malaysia is accessible only by air. While West Malaysia attracts many Singaporeans to Johor (mainly Johor Bahru), Malacca, Kuala Lumpur, Ipoh and Penang, the states of Sarawak and Sabah on Borneo are less visited and waiting to be discovered.
The list of states and cities that I have visited (below) is sorted according to their distances from Singapore, staring with Johor.
Johor


JB Eat: Oriental Kopi (华阳) @ JB City Square
Oriental Kopi's signature kopi, polo bun, egg tarts and Nanyang cuisines are great dishes to go for.
2 days ago
2,492


JB Eat: Hock Kee Kopitiam (福气安康) @ JB City Square
I will need many visits to Hock Kee Kopitiam to try more of its dishes, especially its top picks.
2 days ago
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JB Eat: OldTown White Coffee (旧街场) @ JB City Square
OldTown's signature Ipoh white coffee, crispy toasts and noodles are nice dishes to go for.
3 days ago
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Malacca


Malacca Eat: LōuKót Cafe Nasi Briyani @ Melaka Old Town
LōuKót's chicken biryani has well-balanced flavours and is delicious. The mango lassi is nice too.
Nov 7, 2024
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Malacca Eat: Wild Coriander Cafe Nyonya Cuisine @ Melaka Old Town
Wild Coriander's delicious lamb shank and prawn-pineapple curry have become my favourites.
Nov 6, 2024
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Malacca Cafe: French Brown Viennoiserie Cafe @ Melaka Old Town
Nice experience to try French Brown's cromboloni and also its Caesar salad with smoked duck.
Nov 6, 2024
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Kuala Lumpur (Capital)


KL See: Kwai Chai Hong (鬼仔巷) @ KL Chinatown
Kwai Chai Hong is a little sightseeing spot when visiting Chinatown of Kuala Lumpur.
Jul 27, 2024
147


KL Cafe: Leaf & Co. Cafe @ KL Chinatown
I tried couple of coffees at Leaf & Co. Cafe and also their chicken satays. Will be back for more.
Jul 27, 2024
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KL Eat: Soong Kee Beef Noodles (颂记牛肉粉) @ KL Chinatown
Soong Kee's beef noodle is probably the best ever in Malaysia. The steamed chicken is must-try too.
Jul 25, 2024
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Cameron Highlands


West Malaysia Day 23: Butt-Splitting Rides from Cameron Highlands to Malacca
Tried two cafes in Cameron Highlands before heading to Malacca and ate lamb rice at Andalus Kitchen.
Apr 23, 2024
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West Malaysia Day 22: Tea Plantation & Waterfalls in Cameron Highlands
Trekked to Cameron Valley, Parit Falls and Robinson Falls near Tanah Rata. Found a cafe for local food.
Apr 22, 2024
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West Malaysia Day 21: No Bookings from Taiping to Cameron Highlands
From Taiping, I made my way to Ipoh Amanjaya Terminal and took a 2.5 hours bus to Tanah Rata.
Apr 21, 2024
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Ipoh


Ipoh Drink 🔞: Kiki Lalat @ Ipoh Old Town
I tried both toddy (coconut palm wine) and tuak (rice wine) at Kiki Lalat bar in Ipoh Old Town.
Jul 5, 2024
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Ipoh Buy: YG Homemade Biscuit (熊记手工饼) Kaya Puffs
YG's signature kaya puffs are nice and the crust seemed to disappear in the mouth.
May 2, 2024
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West Malaysia Day 16: Journey from Ipoh to Penang
After half-day in Ipoh, I took train to Butterworth, followed by ferry to Penang Island and had a feast.
Apr 16, 2024
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Taiping


West Malaysia Day 21: No Bookings from Taiping to Cameron Highlands
From Taiping, I made my way to Ipoh Amanjaya Terminal and took a 2.5 hours bus to Tanah Rata.
Apr 21, 2024
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West Malaysia Day 20: Kakak Coffee & Lake Gardens of Taiping
Had special barley-coffee at Kakak, a stroll in Taiping Lake Gardens and dine at hottest hawker centre.
Apr 20, 2024
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West Malaysia Day 19: Reminiscing the Old Tastes of Taiping
Back to the coffee shops I had visited before to reminisce the old tastes. And Antong Coffee Mill too.
Apr 20, 2024
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Penang


Penang Eat: Siam Road Char Koay Teow @ Jalan Siam
Two visits to Penang, dined twice at Siam Road Char Koay Teow. Its delicious char kway teow is must-eat.
Sep 19, 2024
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West Malaysia Day 18: Finding Peace in Taiping
Found a cafe with roasted coffee beans before leaving Penang and stayed at a kid-friendly hotel in Taiping
Apr 18, 2024
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West Malaysia Day 17: Connecting the Memories of Penang
A long day in Penang going after food, popular streets, a cafe, murals, historical structure.
Apr 17, 2024
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Sarawak (Borneo)


Sarawak Eats: List of Local Food & Specialties to Eat @ Kuching
If you like to try local food when travelling, look for these 16 Sarawak specialties in Kuching.
Jul 18, 2024
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Kuching Eats: Lau Ya Keng Foodcourt (阳春台茶室) @ Kuching Old Street
I tried the Sarawak laksa special and tomato crispy mee at two stalls in Lau Ya Keng Foodcourt.
Jul 16, 2024
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Kuching Cafe: Moon & Sun Coffee Batik Cake @ Kuching Old Street
Moon & Sun Coffee is a great cafe to go for "Indulgence Batik" cake with a nice dirty chai latte.
Jul 16, 2024
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Sabah (Borneo)


Sandakan Eat: Hap Shing Coffee Shop (合盛咖啡室) Toasts & Coto Makassar
Hap Shing is a great choice for traditional toasts and coto Makassar with varying styles.
Jul 8, 2024
25


Sandakan Eat: Good Taste Bak Kut Teh (好味肉骨茶) Seafood Bak Kut Teh
Having seafood bak kut teh at Good Taste gives me some unique taste experiences unlike any before.
Jul 5, 2024
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Sabah Eat: Soon Chuan Coffee Shop (顺泉茶室) Kuching Laksa & Tuaran Mee @ Kota Kinabalu
I tried the Kuching laksa and dry-tossed Tuaran mee at Soon Chuan and they are great tasting.
Jul 3, 2024
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