My merdeka effort...

For this year merdeka celebration, i made an effort to actually visit our 1Malaysia store..since it has been open for so many years, i have never been to one before...i have heard from others that the items sold under the 1malaysia label is pretty cheap..i decided to have my try on it...

The 1Malaysia store near my home in bukit rahman putra

I bought durian ice cream (which taste like magnolia) and apple juice 1liter (which taste like fruit tree)

My total purchase only amount to RM5 , after rounding up adjustment...if in normal supermarket..it would have cost me RM8 to RM9 

Princess - My Foster Dog

An NGO that help me see the world differently...

About 3 weeks ago, i came across an update mention on my friend facebook page on  a NGO known as 'Malaysian Dog Deserve Better'. MDDB is actually an NGO that not only believe but also provide hope for all abandon dogs, lost dogs, stray dogs for a chance to be loved and have a home.

I started my first help out by fostering for a lost dog...which i name her 'princess' . Princess is a small spitz mix about 3 years old. she is a lovely dog who doesn't bark or make noise. She wont boher you , maybe occasionally she will come and peek and what you are doing, otherwise she mainly will not disturb you at all...

Her favourite will be her ikea sleeping bag (those blue shopping bag that ikea sell at their check out counters). No idea why...she just love to sleep in them...even there is pillow or towels for her, she will still choose the blue ikea bag..my hubby always tease me that the dog do look like the fosterer -which is me (who has a craze for ikea stuff)..

I was so sad that i have to send her back for the adoption drive after fostering her for 3 weeks...the night before the adoption drive i couldn't sleep..and even princess can't seem to sleep. I guess she know we will be separating very soon...i guess we have develop the so-call 'human dog buddies' relationship..but i am glad that she found a good home. Princess was adopted by 2 lovely gals from puchong. She will always be reminded in my heart.

"mmmh....why is my human taking photo of me. lets check what the big guy is doing"

"hey big guy...you sure you know what you are doing..coz you are blocking my way"

For more info of MDDB works and adoption drive...kindly visit http://www.facebook.com/MalaysianDogsDeserveBetter

Fabulous Finds 1st Beauty Box

My 1^st Beauty Box From Fabulous Finds

Finally my beauty box have arrived. It came in a neat and beautiful pink colour box ! (some more pink is my favorite colour…). I was so excited !.. 

just a re-cap, Fabulous finds is a beauty box where customer can subscribe at a price of RM35 a month and each month there will be a box deliver to your home with different products from various skin care label. This box is so pretty...even if you don't use it, you can give it out as a Gift !

For this month, the box have 9 items from different prominent skin care label such as Beaubelle, Crabtree, Benefits, Burt's Bees, Lunasol and Shu Uemura.

Besides the products, there is also a description leaflet and vouchers...isn't that great!!

Beaubelle Clarity Brightening Cleansing Exfoliator and Gorgeous Multi Defense Protection Cream

Burt's Bees Cranberry Sugar Scrub.. A must Try Item !..a scrub with infuse beneficial oils, leaving skin soft clean and supple, 24H Milk & Honey lotion and Sensitive Day Cream

Benefit The Pore-fessional cream. This is a must try item!..

It helps to minimize the appearance of pores. Can be used under make up or above make up

Crabtree Iris Ultra Moisturizing Hand Therapy..A shea butter rich hand cream, good for Dry hands SOS. Leaving hand feeling soft and supple immediately. 

Lunasol Skin Fusing Powder Foundation...for a flawless glowy finish...best of all its with SPF 20 PA++

Shu Uemura Ultime8 Sublime Beauty Cleansing Oil...a beauty cleansing oil that contains 8 origin oils to effectively remove make up and impurities

For more info or subscription ...kindly visit http://www.fabulousfinds.com.my/

Hurry ! grab one for yourself now...

My Delicious Banh Mi Breakfast

I was in Vietnam a few months back and I felt in love with this particular bread delicacy known as the Banh Mi (looks like subway sandwich). It’s actually Vietnam French Baggett, slice open in the middle, spread with butter and stuff with eggs, cheese, vegetables. Sounds plain..? (trust me when see the old lady doing it, I also felt its plain and judge that it won’t be nice…but HAH..!! the secret to taste of this delight is the sos the use. After everything is being stuff inside, the lady will spread the sos called ‘huong viet Hao Vi’ and ‘Tuong Ot’ chilli sauce. (when I saw the lady spreading this sauce, I am like thinking..’Wah lau eh.. damn salty’ ..!). I was skeptical when I had my 1^st bite of the sandwich, but once I taste it, I felt in love with it immediately.. It’s so delicious and tasty.. (I guess like the famous saying ‘never judge a book by it’s cover’). Ever since that, I ate that sandwich 2 times a day throughout my 7 days stay there.. I called it the ‘Vietnam Street Subway’

 

pic source : www.delhibelle.blogspot.com

It’s sold all over the street in Vietnam just like our local Ramlee burger for a price of 15,000 Vietnam Dong (RM 2.30)..cheap rite…!!

Before my last day, I went on scouting for the sauce and I bought it back to KL so that I can savor it whenever I want too..

This morning, I decided to make my own Banh Mi using Massimo Wheat Bread..here is how I do it..

Slice the timun and tomato (get ready fried egg, 2 slice of bread, a slice of cheddar cheese)

Place the cheddar cheese, slice timun and tomato on top of one another. Place the fried egg.

Lastly spread the ‘huong viet Hao Vi’ and ‘Tuong Ot’ chilli sauce on top. Cover with the other slice of bread and bon appétit!

Tee Bu-lous @ Paradigm Mall

Paradigm Mall ‘Tee-Bulous’ Promo…

Always wanted to get a statement Tee for yourself… Reward yourself with a limited edition statement tee from Paradigm Mall.. With minimum purchase of RM200 (maximum combination of 2 receipts) you will get to redeem a tee for FREE!

This is my personal favourite..!

Check out Paradigm mall Simply Tee-bulous promo for this mega sales carnival.

They have new design every week.

 Quick !..Don’t miss this opportunity…

Sephora @ Paradigm Mall

Sephora Opening @Paradigm…

Good news to all PJ bees.. Especially Sephora fans..

Sephora have opened another of their outlet in the new PJ hotspot ‘The Paradigm’ Mall. We don’t have to voyage all the way to KL anymore just to shop at Sephora. Visit them @ Paradigm Mall and grab your favorite labels today..

 They even have a trial counter with wash basin, make up station (with makeup artist), hair station (for hair products try-out)

Sesame fun...!

‘Black Sesame Seed Hot Mask’ by Skin Food

Doesn’t the name of this mask sounds interesting…? Black sesame seed hot mask? I was definitely curious about this mask as I wonder how did it become hot and what does it do to the skin…When my curiosity got the better of me, I went over to the Skin Food outlet and requested for a sample of the mask to try (of course I did some purchase of products with them before requesting for the sample)..

pic source : http://www.skinfood.com.my/

Went home, go into shower with the pack and read the instruction on the pack and also trying to recall what the sales person instruction on using the mask.

I started by washing my face and then pat dry. Spray a little mist water on face (using a mist spray) and then applying the mask on (avoid the eyes and lip area). I started to feel the heat of the mask when I started to lightly messaging my face (the heat will goes off after 1-2 mins time). After covering all area I leave on for about 5 mins and then rinse off with Luke warm water. Follow by the usual tone and moisturiser steps. The next morning, my skin felt so soft and radiant. Not bad I must say for the price I pay…

As I always did, I went on to Google and see what is the benefit of black sesame.. Apparently, Black sesame seeds are an excellent source of magnesium, calcium and many essential minerals as well as a very good source of vitamin B1 (thiamin). Their natural oil seed contains mineral and vitamin B&E which act as natural moisturiser for the skin.

Looking for a different mask experience? Why not give this a try…

if you have sensitive skin, you may wanna consult the sales person first before purchasing.

 It’s selling at RM49 per tub… 

Healthy Peanut Butter Breakfast...

Delicious & Healthy Breakfast

To all peanut butter lover life me…got good news for all of you..!! I got this recipe from a magazine…Even if we are on diet, we can still have a delicious breakfast with peanut butter. i have tried it this morning and its delicious. The peanut butter doesn't actually taste so sweet. A must try recipe..!

All you need is :

1.       Peanut Butter

2.       Green apple

3.       Massimo Whole Wheat 100% Bread

 Slice the green apples in thickness that you desire. Spread peanut butter on you bread.

Place the slice apple on top of the peanut butter. Fold half and your breakfast is ready

Complete your breakfast with a glass of Lemon/ orange juice.

Not sure for you…but it’s definitely a good news for me…

Sweet,Sweet Sugar Mask....

‘Black Sugar Mask’ by Skin Food

I was on the lookout for a facial scrub and stumbled upon this delicious stuff. The ‘BLACK SUGAR MASK’ from skin food. This mask not only work as mask but also work well as a scrub as its sugar particles are soft and fine and its melts after a while of messaging it on the face.

I went on and did some research online. Apparently sugar scrub particles are softer, less sticky and are suitable for sensitive skin. However it’s not suited for people with rough skin (especially men) as it’s too soft to help remove dead skin. However, Sugar scrubs do not have any mineralization benefits of salt scrub and are used for facial exfoliation as they are gentle in nature.

It smells so delicious that I feel like eating it while having my mask on....

It's selling at only RM44 per tub

Cafe Barbera

Delicious Italian Food…!

You may have not notice this restaurant as its located in a secluded area in Bangsar. It’s a nice cozy restaurant that serves really good Italian food. Their dessert is something to die for. 

A must visit for people who love Italian Food and coffee, Lover's who wants a quiet hang out place, friends looking for a gathering place and gossip over coffee and dessert...Cafe Barbera is definitely the place for you..!

Their super delicious Mix Pizza (we had smoked duck and smoked salmon for a combi). of course there is more variety for you to choose. only RM30 per pizza

I am so in love with their dessert especially their Tiramisu (i did not manage to take a picture coz my fren ate it up faster than i thought)

Café Barbera

18 Lorong Maarof
Bangsar Park,
59000, Kuala Lumpur

Tel : 03 2287 3628      
Opens daily from 9am to 11pm
GPS Coordinates: N 3 07.732 E 101 40.495