Ayamas Kitchen's range of pastes

I love Malay cuisine. Because I studied in a Malay school and grew up liking Malay food, I cannot live without my nasi lemak, sambal, ayam rendang, masak merah, kurma etc But of course, the place I always go to eat is at Malay shops or tapau from the roadside stall(the best!). 

Well, lucky for me and for you too if you love Malay cuisine, Kedai Ayamas has recently launched its range of cooking pastes and sauce through its shelf product 'Ayamas Kitchen'. Now, you can cook your very own Malay dishes from home without hassle. Transform your normal chicken meal into a variety of Malay dishes, from the rich and traditional Rendang to the mouthwatering Kurma as well as the delicious Masak Merah. Oh, I feel my tummy growling.

They recently held a blogger's party to introduce these pastes and sauces to us.

The 3 pastes; Sos Rendang, Pes Masak Merah and Pes Kurma.

The pastes are conveniently packed with the blends of authentic Malay spices. With the tagline, 'Quick, Easy and Delicious', Ayamas Kitchen's paste makes it easier to re-create traditional food at home, eliminating the stress out of cooking while offering the authentic flavours of Malay cuisine.

  

Cooking demo to show us how it is done at home.

The pastes are 'sauce concentrates' that can be mixed with water, stock or coconut milk, chopped onions, potatoes or chopped tomatoes to create a delicious gravy for chicken, meat and even seafood dishes in less than 30 minutes. In addition to the pastes, Ayamas Kitchen also introduces its very own chicken stock powder to enhance the natural flavour of your dish.

The final product for us to try:

Kurma chicken.

Rendang chicken.

Ayam Masak Merah.

Rice and nasi himpit to go with the chicken.

And of course not forgetting desserts.

Surprisingly, the paste resembles the authentic sauce. No more tumis-ing your own sauce at home and for working people like us, cooking is made much easier! 

All tasted good but my favourite was the Rendang Chicken! The rendang sauce was very flavourful with its spices. Can't wait for my mom to cook these at home with the pastes hehe

In the midst of eating, managed to play some quiz game and won a prize haha

All working people out there, if you want to save time cooking your favourite Malay dish at home, go and buy the paste! The best thing about it? Ayamas Kitchen Pastes are sold at only RM2.80 per packet!! Each packet is 100g and are available at all Kedai Ayamas outlets.

Apple Fox Cider has arrived in Malaysia

 Yup you read that right! Apple Fox brings New Zealand Inspired Cider to our shores! I am a fan of ciders because of its sweetness and refreshing taste. Hence, I am super thrilled with the newly launched cider in town. But #WhatTheFox is this drink about? With the introduction of the new Apple Fox Cider, this New Zealand-inspired apple cider ripples your senses with a crisp refreshing taste, made from only good, fresh orchard apples. 

By going into the heart of natural freshness – the orchard – Apple Fox Cider captures the essence of purity from where the freshest apples are grown. Just like a fox hunting in the orchard, this alcoholic cider will steal the hearts of those seeking a brand that stands for straight-up, instant refreshment with a contemporary and bold edge. Perfect for those afternoon pick-ups, Apple Fox Cider injects a much-needed spontaneity to everyday mundane routines.

Inspired by New Zealand cider makers, Apple Fox uses the best-kept secrets of cider making in creating a distinct, refreshing smooth drinking experience, served over ice. Stealthy by nature, the fox has been known to sneak into orchards to hunt for delicious, juicy apples. Apple Fox is stepping in using our wily friends' favourite fruit to craft great tasting apple cider.

Apple Fox Cider contains 4.5% ABV and delivers an instant refreshing taste. Only the freshest and juiciest apples sourced from the finest orchards all over the world are picked to make the cider, ensuring a naturally crisp texture and intense flavour that makes the best tasting cider.

The meticulous process of creating Apple Fox Cider adds to the superior taste of the product. The selection of a perfect mix of crisp and tart apples is the first step in ensuring the unique brand flavour before the milling and pressing process that releases the natural apple juice, which is the basis for the fresh apple taste. On to the fermentation, blending and filtration processes in producing cider that consistently delivers refreshing apple taste.

Apple Fox is available from 11 August 2017 onwards in West Malaysia and available in 320ml cans and 325ml bottles and you may purchase from hypermarkets, supermarkets and convenience stores, also in bars, pubs and restaurants. Apple Fox will penetrate the East Malaysia market in September 2017 onwards.

What the Fox I found in Cold Storage?

Sapu one box for myself first haha

Apple happens to be my favourite fruit since young because I have always believed 'An apple a day keeps the doctor away' hehe So I can now imagine this to be my next favourite drink. It taste just like apple juice but with a tinge of alcohol and drinking this refrigerated cider on a hot day is superrr refreshing!!

A special introductory price from RM5.80 per can will be offered for a limited time to celebrate the launch of Apple Fox Cider in Malaysia.

Keep updated by following Apple Fox Cider’s social media pages:

Apple Fox Cider Facebook Page

Instagram @AppleFox_MY

Visit their website at www.applefox.com. 

Don’t forget to #WhatTheFox and #AppleFoxCider while enjoying a Fox with your friends!

Nanowhite all new Dark Spot Corrective Serum

Do you have dark spots, acne scars, uneven skin tone, blemishes, and a dresser table crammed with products to combat each of these problems? Research showed that women list dark spots, acne scars, and uneven skin tone as their top skin dissatisfaction. Unfortunately, it’s difficult to escape these skin woes, because they are mostly caused by the environment. Exposure to harsh UV rays and pollution leads to excessive melanin production in the skin, which results in blemishes or formation of spots. Acne also becomes an issue, especially the scars it leaves behind.

Time to clear them away with Nanowhite!!

Thanks to Nanowhite, they sent me a care package to give me a brighter looking and fairer skin.

I am naturally darker than most Chinese and people used to mistaken me as a Malay, Sabahan etc Also no thanks to previous acne scars, blemishes and dark spots, my skin is even more dull looking =(

Yay a full set of products for daily use. Can't wait to see results on my skin!

Saw the latest product from Nanowhite? It immediately caught my eyes.

It's the Nanowhite Dark Spot Corrective Serum.

Nanowhite’s latest serum takes on women’s top skin issues– the one corrector for various skin concerns! Formulated to reveal spotless clarity, it acts as both a corrector and protector. It visibly reduces dark spots and discoloration, lightens acne scars, as well as delivers an overall appearance of brighter and even skin tone. On top of that, regular usage will help prevent dark-spot formation in the future as well.

Suitable for all skin types, this serum is an advanced solution to complement women’s skin care regime for clearer and brighter skin, specifically targeting dark spots.

But first, the skincare regime must also complement the Dark Spot Corrective Serum to reveal an all round brightening effect. Here's my skincare regime using Nanowhite products.

Nanowhite Awakening Snow Wash

This is a unique snowy cool cleanser that moisturises as it cleanses and does not strip your skin off its natural protective film. HappyDermalogy and nano-technology gives skin a happy glow, leaving it fairer, refreshed and renewed.

Lather on and massage gently then rinse off leaving skin rejuvenated.

Next step is the Nanowhite Refining Treatment Toner.

It tightens and refines pores. It is powerpacked with HappyDermalogy, nano technology, Omega White-C, Allantoin, Orange Extract, Lemon Extract and Bilberry Extract to balance and work as an astringent, minimising pores and removing excess oil without drying skin.

Use a cotton pad to apply on face and neck.

Now, an important step is the Dark Spot Corrective Serum.

It is infused with Nanotechnology, Omega White-C & Natural Extract to act as an effective whitening concentrate that penetrates deep into the skin for better absorption of active ingredients to clear dark spots and other skin discoloration, resulting in brighter and more even skin tone which results in luminous and longer-lasting fairness..

Take a few drops and apply evenly on face. Apply another layer over areas with dark spots.

Lastly, don't forget to slap on moisturiser to keep the mosture intact with Nanowhite Double Action Whitening Gel-Cream.

If you look closely, there are tiny beads within the gel-cream.

The unique capsules contains concentrated Vitamin C & Vitamin E to deliver maximum brightening effect and prevent oxidation for longer lasting use. It releases upon application to ensure maximum efficacy to deliver double action whitening for smoother and more moisturised skin at the same time minimising appearance of dark spots and brighten overall skin tone.

After using the Nanowhite series skin regime for 2 weeks, honestly I didn't really see a significant difference but I noticed my skin is a bit brighter if you see the comparison picture below:

Left (before) Right (After)

It's probably because is just 2 weeks and you will need to continuously apply for a period of time for a more significant effect. But at least I have the comfort of knowing that it prevent dark spots formation in the future.

To achieve spotless and even complexion is easy with the Nanowhite Dark Spot Corrective Serum! Just one bottle which is easy to insert in your skin regime. As an expert in whitening beauty, Nanowhite goes beyond providing fairness to ensure skin brightness lasts. 

For a brighter and spotless you, try the Nanowhite Dark Spot Corrective Serum today!

Each 30ml bottle retails at RM69.90 at major pharmacies and supermarkets nationwide. Don't forget to complement it with the other Nanowhite skin regime =)

For more information, check out the Nanowhite Facebook page at

www.facebook.com/nanowhite or log on to nanowhite.com.my.

Water Lip Tone Up CC

You have heard of CC cream.

But have you heard of CC lipbalm? Me neither haha until now.

While CC cream colour corrects the skin's uneven skin tone, Water Lip Tone Up CC is a lipbalm that color corrects your lip colour while it nourishes and moisturizes your lips for an intense and long-lasting moisturization. It comes in a unique formulation that has been created with three colour correcting functions. How cool is that?

Water Lip Tone Up CC in 2 different shades.

CC, or color correcting concept are multi-purpose products that correct color using light-diffusing particles to give the skin a healthy look. With the invention of the Water Lip Tone Up CC, you can now enjoy the benefits of the colour-correcting function in your lip balm too! Apart from that, it also revives dull lips, enhances and restores lip colour as well as brightens the lips. Its formula is further enhanced with 3D PEARL to vividly enhance your natural lip colour, thereby improving one’s overall appearance.

The formula combines powerful nourishing ingredients such as Vitamin C derivative, Vitamin E and Vitamin E derivative to keep lips feeling soft and hydrated. It also contains Olive Oil and Jojoba Oil that nourish the lips.

Made in Japan, the Water Lip Tone Up CC comes in 2 variants namely Pure Red and Rose Pink. Its formula is fragrance free and contains SPF 20 PA++ to protect lips against UVA and UVB rays.

Rose Pink

Pure Red.

Honestly, I don't really see the difference in this Lip Tone Up CC and a normal coloured lipbalm. I mean while it does function to revive dull lips, enhance and restore lip colour as well as brightens the lips, if you're looking for a more coloured lip, this is not for you. The colour doesn't pop and it's function as a CC lipbalm can not really be seen. It's like any other coloured lipbalm in the market sans the hype of the CC functions. If you're looking for a lipbalm with moisturising properties and a hint of colour then by all means, this is a good buy.

The Water Lip Tone Up CC is priced at RM16.90 and will be available at all leading pharmacies and major supermarket outlets.

July's roller coaster

July was also a roller coaster month for me. Some were good some were down days and mostly it was down. Can't wait for it to be over and for August to come in. So anyway, I always turn to food as usual hehe and visited a couple of new restaurants this month.

Shichirin, Taman Paramount

A new Japanese BBQ restaurant just opened and if you love Japanese Yakiniku, you might like this place.

Grill your own!

Beef tongue hehe Not bad actually

Yup, they have my favorite waffle ice cream <3

Hot pot at Fong Lye Fusion, Gardens Mall

First time trying out Chicken House, Mont Kiara

Mm yummy garlic chicken

Best part? 

The cheeeseee of course.

Dip your chicken in this melted cheese and it's food heaven!

We loved it so much we ordered 2 plates of cheese haha

Fried pancake.

Thereafter, walked across the street for Tsujiri

I thought it was a bit over priced and overrated. The shaved ice was the better one than the rest.

Rockcliffe wine tasting at Butcher's Cafe, Publika.

Thereafter, a super expensive Macallan =.=

I wana share with you a very reasonably priced steamboat buffet.

Pak John Steamboat @ Ecurve

Only RM29.90 for lunch and RM39.90 for dinner. Super worth it okay.

The best part is their broth.

You can choose either miso, prawn, tomyam or chicken.

I absolutely love the prawn soup and tomyam.

Their fried stuffs are good too.

They have my fave!! Stuffed crabs <3

Sambal balls and chicken

Wide variety of raw stuffs and fresh seafood. 

So many sauces to choose from.

I love this part because I am so Malaysian and I need my sauces hehe

You can grill and boil.

Waffle with ice cream for the win!

 Drinks to ease weekday stress lol

Oh I digress, I was playing Monopoly the other day #boardgameaddict


I didn't know Monopoly so canggih already. Cashless and only need to use machine as 'banker'. #superaddicted Really good for a few friends' gathering just to lepak hehe

One of those days I decided to be healthy and went full on gung ho with healthy lunch.


First time trying Acai Bowl at Goodness Greens cafe, TTDI.
This is the Pittaya Bowl and I actually loved the dragon fruit smoothie with the fruits and granola. Pricey though as it costs around RM20 for a bowl of this. Nevertheless, I think I may even come back for more!

Just down the street from Goodness Greens is Paperfish.


Poke Bowl!


I think I prefer The Fish Bowl over this because I was unable to pick my own ingredients in Paperfish. I was feeling healthy as I said so I went to just salad without any salmon, tuna etc. After that, I was already craving for meat LOL >.<

Also, for the first time ever I have tried Omakase fine dining at Babe, Japas Fun Dining. If you want to go, then don't read below on the menu because I will spoil the surprise. But if you don't plan to go anytime soon, then read further hehe

Overlooking the KL skyline <3

There are two types of set menu- The Intro Japas Tasting Menu (RM300) and The Premium Japas Tasting Menu (RM450)

If you come with a group, you cannot order a different set from the other. Everyone must be synchronized >.<

Drinks are separate and not included with the set. My Peach Bellini.

My friend ordered the Yakult Guinness. Tasted not bad I must say.

So here's the 12 course dining for the Intro Menu which comes in bite sizes.

Japanese Chowder. A very amazing starter.

There's a runny egg in it and the mashed potato was heavenly.

After the great opener, this Caesar Salad Capsule was a miss.

It was some frozen lettuce thing with cheese and it didn't suit our taste buds.

Tai Chazuke.

It's squid with some popping jelly which bursts in your mouth. I loved it.

Another unique dish. Prawn and Curry Leaf Ice Cream.

I kid you not. It was curry leaf ice cream haha. Not bad actually.

Bak Kwa

The Bak Kwa is made of fish though haha and I found it weird and the avocado dip did not go well to me.

Foie Gras & Jacfruit Sushi

Love love this. Everything I like in one dish.

Foie Gras Mmmmm.... and jackfruit? Yumms. Nuff' said.

Yakusugi Hamachi Nigiri.

This melted in my mouth immediately. I wanted moree...

Black Truffle King Crab Chawanmushi.

Another fave! Loved the king crab in it and truffle!

Chie's Azabu Ikura Gohan

Okay this was food porn to me hehe Sooo much ikura. Loved popping them in my mouth. Sooo good. Wished they gave more rice though.

Stanbroke Striploin Yuzu Kosho

My other friend said it was good. To me it was just normal. Nothing special. If you're not a beef eater, they will serve you chicken.

Venus Clam Miso Soup.

Loved this as well. Warm and yummy.

Lastly, Pina Colada as dessert.

It's not ice cream, it's not cream, I couldn't figure out what it was but it was cold and I loved it haha

It was a purrfect ending to the night <3