TOP 10 FAVOURITE PLACE

WRITER'S TOP 10 FAVOURITES

Here, I would like to share my Top 10 favorite places in the world that have touch my heart. Any of you may have encounter the same favorites as any in my list??

HATYAI, THAILAND tops the travel lists - I love the Land of Smiles, friendly people, spicy food, SPA & Massage and a great nightlife.  

FLOATING MARKET, HATYAI

CENTRAL LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM – it is a “must visit” place for everyone at least once in your lifetime. The beauty lies in central London – Big Ben, Trafalqar Square, London Eye, Parliament Houses, China Town and Cruising along Thames River. 

BIG BEN, CENTRAL LONDON

HOLLAND – a unique country where all sins matters – great nightlife.

AMSTERDAM, HOLLAND

BARCELONA, SPAIN – beautiful architecture, artistic and creative.

BARCELONA, SPLAIN

JAPAN – I love the “food”, scenery and mountain.

JAPAN

XIAMEN, CHINA – I must 'love' the less popular tourist place in China. All because I hailed from Xiamen (Fujian Province)! 

TULOU, XIAMEN, CHINA

 

COLORADO, USA – I love the desert, the mountain, the eagles and the Red Indian Settlement.

GRAND CANYON, USA

BINTAN, INDONESIA – I just love the beaches, it has one of the most beautiful 'wave' I ever encountered in my travels.

BINTAN, INDONESIA

SINGAPORE – obviously it is Shopping Time – fashionable clothing!! 

THE MERLION, SINGAPORE

 

CAMERONS, MALAYSIA – the attraction is the 'cooling weather' and nature exploration.

CAMERON HIGHLANDS, MALAYSIA

SYEUN'S CITARASA WARISAN BUFFET RAMADHAN

IPOH: Syeun Hotel Ipoh is promoting it's ramadhan buffet “Citarasa Warisan Di Syeun” from April 25 until May 23, held at its Garden View Coffee House.

The hotel is located at No. 88, Jalan Sultan Abdul Jalil, Greentown, 30300, Ipoh. 

SYEUN HOTEL IPOH'S MANAGEMENT TEAM SHOWCASING A VARIETY OF SIGNATURE DISHES FOR RAMADHAN BUFFET

The buffet line will showcase some 400 dishes rotating in six types of menu, weekly.

Diners will get to feast on a complete buffet line comprising of appetizer, soup, main dishes, action stall, dessert and beverages.

A RANGE OF APPETIZER DISHES

Appetizer served here are – Marinated Salad, Kerabu Ulam-Ulaman, Kerpok, Jeruk Buah-Buahan, Ikan Masin, Telur Masin and Serunding.

NASI BERINGIN

Interestingly, there is a platter corner namely - Pecal Kampung, Sotong Kangkung, Gado-Gado, Rojak Buah Chef Ziana, Rojak Buah Pasembor and Sengkuang Calit.

SIGNATURE DISH CALLED DAGING RENDANG TOK

Highlight dishes are Daging Rendang Tok, Nasi Ulam Perak, Grilled Lamb Shoulder, Laksa Sarawak, Udang Kam Heong, Ikan Bakar, Ayam Masala, Ikan Kengsom, Nasi Beringin, Butter Prawn with Nestum, Daging Dendeng, Daging Salai Lemak Cili Padi Mangga and Udang Sambal Petai, among others.

GRILLED LAMB SHOULDER

For dessert, there are cakes, fruits, assorted pastries, bubur manis, Malay kuih, pudding, jelly and agar-agar.

A WIDE VARIETY OF DESSERTS

The six action stalls are - Laksa Sarawak, Mini Murtabak, Char Kuey Teow, goreng-goreng, grilled lamb shoulder and ice cream/ice kacang.

Other facilities include surau and free parking.

IKAN KENGSOM

The buffet line is priced at RM55 (adults), RM45 (senior citizen - aged 60+) and RM35 (children aged 5-12).

Early birds reservation before April 20, the priced are - RM50 (adult), RM40 (senior citizen) and RM30 (children).

IKAN BAKAR

Reservation, call: 05-2538889 ext 8224/012-5105330.

SHUDDUP N' DANCE COMPEITITON IS BACK!

IPOH: Street Dance enthusiasts are invited to sign-up for a street dance competition themed “Shuddup N' Dance”, to be held on March 14 and 15, at the Ipoh Parade Shopping Mall, here.

The competition will start off on March 14 - with 1 on 1 Popping Battle (Top 16) at 2pm, 1 on 1 BBoy Battle (Top 16) (3pm), Junior Crew Showcase (4pm) and the 2 on 2 Popping X BBoy Battle (Top 8) (5pm).

IPOH PARADE MANAGEMENT TEAM AND THE STREET DANCE CREW MEMBERS LAUNCHING THE SHUDDUP N' DANCE COMPETITION 2020, IN IPOH

Meanwhile, on March 15 the competition comprises of 1 on 1 Open Style Battle (2pm) and Street Dance Crew Showcase (4pm).

A total of RM20,000 of cash prizes and sponsored gifts awaits the winners.

Championship prizes include - 2 on 2 Popping x BBoy Battle champion will walk away with RM500, TNT Co vouchers worth RM500 and Lost World of Tambun Tickets worth RM476. 

The 1 on 1 Open Style Battle champion will received RM500, TNT Co voucher of RM500 and Lost World of Tambun tickets worth RM238. 

Whereas, Crew Showcases (Junior Crew Showcase and Street Dance Crew Showcase) champions will return home with RM1,000 plus TNT Co vouchers worth RM1,000 and Lost World of Tambun tickets of RM1,071.

Judges are – Rejuvenate Dance Crew leader Danny Lee, B-Boy Legal Sam and PSVR Crew's Kar Kheng.

Ipoh Parade marketing head Alan Thoo said that this was Shuddup N' Dance's seventh consecutive year and it was the country's longest-running street dance competition aimed to provide a platform for dancers to showcase their talents on stage.

“The competition comprised of three categories namely Junior Crew Showcase (any style) followed with Solo Battles (Popping Battle, BBoy Battle & Open Style Battle) and Street Dance Crew Showcase.

“However, only the Top 3 crews from Street Dance Crew Showcase will proceed to the Grand Finals held on August 22 and 23, at Klang Parade.

“All participants will be judged based on technicality, creativity, originality, attire and overall performance,” he said.

Ipoh Parade's Advertising and Promotions Assistant Manager Lim Huey Tyng said that the event not only unveiled young talents but also support younger generation to lead a healthy lifestyle through dancing.

Registration is free – are available via http://bit.ly/2PpRPgX (crew categories) and http://bit.ly/3a3evvj (Battles category).

For information, visit https://www.facebook.com/ipohparade.

LOO WIN'S 9TH SOLO WATERCOLOUR ART EXHIBITION

IPOH: Watercolourist Loo Win showcased 82 pieces of art, during his 9^th Solo Watercolour Art Exhibition held at AEON Big Falim, here.

LOO WIN (THIRD FROM LEFT), TAN KAR HING (FOURTH FROM LEFT) AND GUESTS LAUNCHING THE EVENT

His paintings in the exhibition featured mostly the landscapes of Perak.

His work are not confined to a direct copying from the actual location but coupled with an expression of vivid personal feeling and style. 

 

Over the years, Loo Win had developed a style of his own although his early painting technique was influenced by traditional ones.

At the event, he also presented guests with a Volume 2 catalog of his published art. 

Loo Win said the exhibition aimed to promote the painting activities locally as well as national tourism attraction.

Guest-of-honour was State Tourism Committee chairmanTan Kar Hing who was presence to launch the event.

IMPIANA'S PROSPERITY GARDEN CNY

IPOH: Chinese New Year is just round the corner!

Impiana Hotel Ipoh (IHI) is welcoming the Year of the Metal Rat with a bang!

There will be a series of events lined up from January 11 until Chap Goh Mei.

IHI TEAM WISHING EVERYONE A HAPPY CNY 2020!!

To start off, the hotel is offering an 8-course “Appreciation” Set Menus (Sau Kong Cau & Loh Sang) available with value options of RM688 nett and RM888 nett per table. Guest will dine in comfort at the hotel's Private Rooms with free corkage on alcoholic beverages for reservation of five tables and above.

ROASTED DUCK WITH PLUM SAUCE

The hotel's Pastry Chef, has prepared a Prosperity Mandarin Orange Cake, which will be give to every family/groups dining at the hotel's Coffee House, on the Prosperity Buffet Dinner on January 24, 25 and 26 from 6.30pm to 10pm. It will be priced at RM88 nett (adult) and RM68 nett (child 5 – 12 years/senior citizen (above 60 years).

SWEET & SOUR SEA BASS

The buffet dinner will showcase a wide selection of Asian delights from salads, appetizers, main dishes and live action stalls serving 'Lok Lok', Peking Duck, Rack of Lamb and many more.

BRAISED MUSHROOM WITH BROCOLI

The Coffee House will also be serving “Double Happiness” Buffet Hi-Tea on January 25 and 26, from 12.30pm to 3.30pm, whereby guests will stand a chance to win dining vouchers worth up to RM100 from the Ang Pow Lucky Draws. 

CLASSIC BUTTER PRAWN

There will be a “D-I-Y Lo Hei” counter with selections of refreshing ingredients for tossing of the Yee Sang. The Buffet Hi-Tea is priced at RM58 nett (adult) and RM38 nett (child 5 – 12 years) and senior citizen (above 60 years).

LOTUS STICKY HERBS RICE

Signature CNY dishes served include – Prosperity Steam Garoupa, Classic Butter Prawns, Sweet & Sour Sea Bass, Dried Chili Squid with Spring Onions, Szechuan Chinese Chicken, Lotus Sticky Herbs Rice, Roasted Duck with Plum Sauce and Braised Mushroom with Brocoli.

A RANGE OF CNY DELICACIES

For dessert, there will be servings of festive cookies, cakes, biscuits and kueh among others.

IHI MANAGEMENT TEAM SHOWING ITS CALLIGRAPHY

Meanwhile, on January 15 from 10.58am to 11.58 am, there will be a Lion Dance Performance at it's lobby, followed with activities like Happiness & Prosperity Yee Sang and Calligraphy Booth.

MEDIA MEMBERS WISHING EVERYONE A HAPPY CNY 2020!! LET US 'ONG' TOGETHER!

The hotel is located at No. 18, Jalan Sultan Nazrin Shah, 30250, Ipoh.

For reservation, call: 05-2555555 or email:info.ihi@impiana.com

ZUNAR SHARES!

IPOH: Political cartoonist Zunar (SM Zulkiflee Anwar Ujhaque) shared an interesting session themed “Running Out of Ideas, Zunar?” with the audience, here.

The event was the first to start off 2020, organised by Sharpened Word.

He was a cartoonist, who is known for his satrical was charged for Sedition Act 1948 - cartoons poking fun on political topics on his social media accounts.

He was awarded "Rights to freedom of Expression through satrical drawings" in USA, in 2016.

ZUNAR IN ACTION

Some of his popular works include Ros in Kangkong Land, Ketawa Pink Pink, Sapuman, Wasabi, Tun Empire Strike Back, Hole (1MDB Scandal), Robin Hood and Bling Bling.

His latest cartoon book is Kartun Anti Racism.

His works are well loved by the people, revealed exactly what readers felt, albeit cheeky.

ROS IN KANGKONG LAND

At the two-hour event, Zunar gave an enlightening talk on his life, education, career and what lead him into a full time cartoonist.

He started drawing at a young age and his first publication was at the age of 12. 

KETAWA PINK PINK

 

He never gave up his love of drawing cartoon even during his university days and later working days at the hospital. He used to contribute to Majalah Gila Gila and school magazine.

He dropped out from Pure Mathematics/Science course from the university, as he lost interest in it, and started working in the hospital while he draws at night.

LATEST - KARTUN ANTI RACISM

According to Zunar, there was no easy way out to become a cartoonist – he has to do research on movies, listing English and Malay words, getting the information correct and presentation (dialogue/non-dialogue), it takes 12 hours to complete a cartoon.

He prefers drawing something he can share in common with the community.

WRITER POSING WITH ZUNAR

Till date, he has published 20 cartoon books, and his favorite are – Pink Pink and Ros in Kangkong Land.

The Sharpened Word organisor Pak Peter presented a book to Zunar.

Later, there was an autograph session and the fans meeting up with Zunar. 

PAK PETER PRESENTING A BOOK TO ZUNAR

 

SENTOSA ISLAND

SINGAPORE: Sentosa Island is a familiar place for me. It is the only popular resort island in Singapore – for its 'many' tourism product offers, here.

When I was working in Singapore in the 90s, the then Sentosa Island is much different from today's Sentosa. 

SANDY BEACHES

 

Back then, there were limited attractions, showcasing the Merlion statue, Musical Fountain, Fort Siloso and the sandy beach.

Today's Sentosa Island is totally transformed into an island of a 'hundred' attractions plus an 'overwhelming' tourists attractions namely Fort Siloso, golf course, Canopy Flyer Ride, Butterfly Park & Insect Kingdom, Madame Tussauds Signapore, Wave House Sentosa (artificial barreling wave), Skyline Luge & Skyride, iFly Singapore, Kidzania SingaporeAJ Hackett Sentosa (Bungy Jump), Headrock VR (virtual reality theme park), Resorts World Casino, Universal Studios, Mega Adventure Park, hotels and sheltered beach.

COLORFUL MERLION

There is also a Malaysian Hawker centre, souvenir outlets and fast food restaurants for the tourists convenience.

Transportation include – bus, monorail trains and cable car.

The only attraction I will missed is the Merlion statue (closed) and will be removed to somewhere else, soon.

GET SUNNY @ SENTOSA ISLAND

Sentosa Island, was once used as a British military base and a Japanese prisoner-of-war camp. In 1972, the island was renamed Sentosa – plans of transforming her into a tourist destination.

VISITS: 28/12/2019