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Malai Thai Cuisine Awarded Thai SELECT, A Symbol of Authentic Thai Cuisine by Thailand’s Department of International Trade Promotion

July 30, 2022 dixonthum

What is Thai SELECT?
Thai SELECT is a certification awarded by Thailand’s Department of International Trade Promotion, Ministry of Commerce. It certifies the food, hospitality and atmosphere of restaurants, ensuring the preparation of an authentic Thai experience.

Whenever you travel, finding the Thai SELECT stamp of approval assures you that delicious Thai cuisine is
served in a pleasant environment and charming hospitality – the full journey into the Thai culture.

There are strict guidelines to be followed to be recognized by Thai SELECT, and there are four categories of certification: Signature, Classic, Casual and Unique. Thai SELECT Signature is granted to restaurants that serve authentic Thai food with a taste of premium quality, refined decoration and excellent service, while Thai SELECT Classic is awarded to Thai Restaurants of excellent quality.

The symbol is given to restaurants in four categories, assessed by type of restaurant, decoration, and level of food and service excellence.

Restaurants with Thai SELECT Casual offer good quality Thai food, but have limited services, while Thai
SELECT Unique restaurants are for selected restaurants within Thailand that offer local specialties. There is
also Thai SELECT Products, which are Thai food products made the traditional way.

For more information on the Thai SELECT, check out the following links: https://www.thaiselect.com/en/page/about-us

Thai SELECT Restaurants in Malaysia (13 Restaurants)

	Restaurant Name	Address
1	Malai Thai Cuisine	Cormar Suites, 10, Jalan Perak, Kuala Lumpur, 50450 Kuala Lumpur
2	Thai-in Mookata, Setapak	3, Jalan 14/27b, Desa Setapak, 53300 Kuala Lumpur
3	Thai-in Mookata, Kepong	102, Jln Metro Perdana Barat 2, Taman Usahawan Kepong, 52100 Kuala Lumpur
4	Thai-in Mookata, OKR (Under Renovation)	Jalan Mega Kecil, Off, Jln Klang Lama, Taman United, 58200 Kuala Lumpur
5	Kompassion	5, Jalan SS 20/11, Damansara Kim, 47400 Petaling Jaya, Selangor
6	Chilli Head Bar & Eatery, Penang	3A-G-11 Straits Quay Straits Quay, Jalan Seri Tanjung Pinang, Seri Tanjung Pinang Tanjung Tokong, 10470 George Town, Pulau Pinang
7	Whatsaeb Boat Noodle, Penang	173, Lebuh Carnarvon, George Town, 10100 George Town, Pulau Pinang
8	Busaba Heavenly Thai	F15 1st Fl., Bangsar Shopping Center, 285 Jalan Maarof, Bukit Bandaraya 59000
9	Thai Thai	Lot G1-135, Oasis Boulevard, Sunway Pyramid, No.3, Jalan PJS 11/15, Bandar Sunway 46150
10	La Moon	Unit No.2-1,Greens Terrace, Jalan Wan Kadir 3, Taman Tun Dr Ismail, 60000 Kuala Lumpur
11	Amarin Heavenly Thai	S045, Level 2, Centre Court, Mid Valley Megamall, Lingkaran Syed Putra, Mid Valley City, 59200 Kuala Lumpur
12	Celadon	Pavilion, 6.37, Level 6, 50200 Kuala Lumpur
13	Pandan Thai Delight	73, RH Plaza, Jln Stutong Baru, Sedc Woodhouse, 93350 Kuching, Sarawak

Award Ceremony & Luncheon
An award ceremony was held in Malai Thai Cuisine, located along Jalan Perak, Kuala Lumpur on 14 July 2022. This restaurant is awarded Thai SELECT by Thailand’s Department of International Trade Promotion. Nestled a stone’s throw from KLCC on the ground floor of Cormar Suites, Malai Thai has already become a firm favourite amongst many of the locals, expat residents and businesses.

Cooking demo by the Thai Ambassador and representatives from the office of Commercial Affairs of the Royal Thai Embassy.

The Thai Ambassador and representatives from the office of Commercial Affairs of the Royal Thai Embassy even put their hands-on for a cooking demonstration at the restaurant.

I was introduced to a few authentic Thai dishes during the luncheon hosted by Malai Thai Cuisine. The delicious dishes are Green Curry Chicken, Fried Fish with Mango Salad, Tom Yum River Prawns, Shrimps with Minced Chicken, Deep Fried Shrimp Balls and Green Mango Salad. The experience was definitely pleasurable, enjoying authentic Thai dishes with the cozy ambience in the restaurant.

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Food & Drink, My Personal

Seafood Galore at Ombak Kitchen for Lunch, Dinner and Anytime in Between!

July 25, 2022July 24, 2022 dixonthum

Seafood lovers, you would not want to miss this amazing seafood galore at Ombak Kitchen!

Ombak Kitchen has upgraded their menu to an Ala Carte Concept where customers can choose their favourite seafood with their preferred style of cooking, served in colourful pots and bowls. Customers can pick and choose without having to depend solely on the usual premium combo menu.

With 10 types of sauces to choose from, here are the TOP 3 sauces you must try when dining here in Ombak Kitchen:

Signature Crazy Cajun Sauce 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼 (MUST TRY!)
Authentic soulful cajun sauce made from the unique blend of Cajun spices, paprika, garlic, herbs and Ombak Kitchen very own secret spice mix. This magic spice mixture is then cooked with rich butter to unite the taste.

Buttermilk Indulgence
Mildly spiced in a rich buttery blend of lemongrass, curry leaf, minced garlic, and creamy milk.

Cheesy Zesty Lemon
Moderately spiced and blended with a rich mix of cheese, Cajun spices and fresh lemon juice.

Other choices are : Chili Crab, Garlic Butter, Spicy Coconut Curry, Tomato Basil, Meuniere (Butter Lemon Sauce), Heritage Laksa and Salted Egg Cream.

Ombak Kitchen is also introducing a value meal during lunch which is the Lunch Pot. It is available during lunch hour (12pm-3pm), perfect portion for 2 person, specially created for those who crave for seafood and want a quick lunch for two. Quickly try these Lunch Pot with your colleague, loved one, family and friends at Ombak Kitchen!

🍲Lunch Pot Crab
Ingredients: Crab XL (1/2 nos), Fresh Prawn XL, Squid, Broccoli, Corn and Rice
Price: RM 99.90

🍲Lunch Pot Slipper Lobster
Ingredients: Slipper Lobster, Fresh Prawn XL, Clam Hamaguri, Broccoli, Corn and Rice
Price: RM 89.90

🍲Lunch Pot Prawn XL
Ingredients: Fresh Prawn XL, Squid, Blue Mussel, Clam Hamaguri, Broccoli, Corn and Rice
Price: RM 79.90

Also on the Menu:

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🦞Fresh Australian Lobster is a newly addition to the menu. Even though it doesn’t have 2 huge meaty claws like the Canadian Lobster, all the meat is packed in their bodies and much more firm and sweeter. The selling price is RM289.90 for 600g of the Fresh Australian Lobster.

🦪6 pieces of XL Fresh Premium Oyster at RM39.90. (Normal Price: RM76.90)

Terms & Conditions:
– No minimum purchase required
– Applicable only for Dine-In
– Valid until 7^th of August 2022
– Only can be redeemed once per transaction, per day

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🌈Ombak Kitchen Signature Rainbow Dessert
Featuring selection of fruits and fried Nutella donut, Drawing based on the Chef’s inspiration and creativity. Ombak Kitchen introduces a new concept in the art of dessert featuring local and international fruit. This dessert can be drawn for any happy occasions with personalized wishes.

Why Ombak Kitchen?
Ombak Kitchen is The Best Seafood Restaurant in Bangsar and KL with three outlets in total – Bangsar, Bukit Jelutong and Putrajaya. Ombak Kitchen serves the Best Halal Seafood in KL at affordable prices, fresh from the sea. Ombak Kitchen is a fun-filled family restaurant with the famous seafood boil concept originating from the state of Louisiana, USA. This concept used to maintain the freshness and juiciness.

Ombak Kitchen Outlets
📍Bangsar
12, Lrg Ara Kiri 2, Bangsar, 59100 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur

📍Bukit Jelutong
5.G.01, D’Vida Business Centre, Jalan Bazar U8/101, Bukit Jelutong, 40150 Shah Alam, Selangor

📍Putrajaya
GE-15, Ground Floor IOI City Mall, Lebuh IRC, IOI Resort, 62502 Putrajaya, Wilayah Persekutuan Putrajaya

For more information, check out their social media platforms:
Website: https://ombakkitchen.my/
IG: https://www.instagram.com/ombakkitchen/
FB: https://www.facebook.com/ombakkitchen/

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Food & Drink, My Personal

All Lovely and Sweet at Romantic Cafe, La Vie De Rêve

July 24, 2022 dixonthum

💕💕💕 Love is in the air in La Vie De Rêve!

This new Parisian-inspired café in Avenue K, Kuala Lumpur offers an array of pastries and desserts; an irresistible selection that caters to everyone with our winning recipe of taste, presentation and quality using the freshest and finest ingredients.

Satisfy your sweet craving with the variety of desserts, cakes, macarons and buns they offer; and complement it with a cup of aromatic coffee, tea or juice. Also in the menu are their all-day-breakfast options like Smoky Saumon and La Vie Classic.

Among their desserts and pastries they offer are:
Petit Four : Sour Sour, Tresor, Carmen, La Vie, Chouchou, Bisous Bisous, Noix De Coco, Merci Beaucop
Macaron : Yuzu, Vanilla, Passion Fruit, Earl Grey, Raspberry, Brown Chocolate, Lime, Pistachio
Bon Bon : The Arch, Louvre, Eiffel, Jean Paul, Opera, Saint-German
Choco Slap : Valentino, La Fayette

This is indeed the latest spot in town perfect for a lovely date with your significant loved one. The deco and ambiance really made me felt like I am in Paris. Definitely an insta-worthy spot.

La Vie De Rêve also offers a luxury and leisurely afternoon affairs with our signature afternoon tea set. If you are all set for a lovey-dovey afternoon or evening, you won’t want to miss this one.

📍La Vie De Rêve
G06-A, Avenue K Shopping Mall, Jalan Ampang, Kuala Lumpur City Centre, 50450 Kuala Lumpur.
⏰ 9am – 10pm (Monday-Sunday)
IG: https://www.instagram.com/laviederevegifts/
FB: https://www.facebook.com/laviederevegifts/

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Food & Drink

Best Place for Authentic Asam Pedas Johor and Melaka at Kantin Asam Pedas

July 21, 2022May 10, 2023 dixonthum

Just discovered this place for makan-makan where it feels so nostalgic and homey. If you are a fan of authentic traditional Malay cuisine, you will definitely like it here.

@kantinasampedas, located at the ground level of Residensi Bistari, Taman Ukay Bistari, serves variety of flavourful asam pedas dishes, specifically the Johor and Melaka styles. ❤️Interesting fact: The owner (husband) is from Johor while the wife (Kak Lin) is from Melaka. Hence, their food is really authentic. Cukup rasa!

You will sure love their mouthwatering Asam Pedas Kepala Ikan, Asam Pedas Ikan Merah, Asam Pedas Telur Mayung, Asam Pedas Tetel, Bawal Goreng dan macam-macam lagi! I love these with white rice. Tambah nasi lagi! Perrgghh!

Oh! Never forget to try their Cekodok too. Crispy on the outside, soft and chewy on the inside. Marvellous! 👌🏼 Makan sahaja tak cukup, tapao lagi!

On Fridays, they give out free dessert too like that day I went, got bubur kacang hijau.

I love the ambience here. Very nostalgic kampung feel. Instantly brought me back to my childhood days. The walls are decorated with so many classical items like old handphones, cigarette boxes, posters and many more.

Do come and try these delicious asam pedas dishes and let me know if you love it!

📍Kantin Asam Pedas
E-G-14 Residensi Bistari,
Taman Ukay Bistari,
68000 Ampang, Selangor
🕛 11AM – 4:30PM (Monday closed)

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Food & Drink, Health & Wellness, Lifestyle

Get Your Healthy Clean Food from Ngam Ngam Neighbourhood in Lalaport BBCC

July 12, 2022May 10, 2023 dixonthum

I always make sure my nutrients are in check, having a healthy & balanced diet with ngam ngam portion. The newly opened, Ngam Ngam Neighbourhood that is located on the 3rd Floor of Lalaport Bukit Bintang City Centre does just that by serving healthy food with a twist of local flavour.

What’s Ngam Ngam?
“Ngam” means “Just right” or “Suitable” in the Cantonese dialect. With this, the founder wishes that everyone can get the right amount of nutrients to fulfill their daily diet necessities to maintain a healthy lifestyle at affordable price. Isn’t this cute?

I was invited to attend its grand opening on 10 July 2022 and boy did I enjoy the party! We started off with a meal. I chose the Salmon Set and Shrimp Set. Delicious healthy meals, great to replenish energy and protein especially after working out. They have other sets too like Chicken Set and Unagi Set. Vegetarian options are available too.

I like the idea of having us to pick our own sauce and condiments at its special counter. There are healthy options like sesame, chia seeds, seaweed, sunflower seeds and special sauces like leicha sauce, garlic sauce and many more to choose from.

It was also my first experience working out on Lalaport’s Central Rooftop Garden. The HIIT exercise session was led by fitness trainer, Joey Tng. It was very nice to get an opportunity to meet some other fellow influencers like Cherish, Ailyne, Cindy, Vernis and Agnes. (Do checkout their IG)

Here I congratulate Ngam Ngam Neighbourhood on their grand opening and wish them good business all year round! For more information about Ngam Ngam Neighbourhood, check out their social media.