Delicious and simple Ramadan meals to cook on a budget
Ramadan this year teaches us to be more mindful of our spending and to focus more on our ibadah. If you’re looking for ideas to create iftar dishes while on a budget, you’ve come to the right place. Since trips to the grocery store are few and far between during this social distancing period, we’ve created dishes that you can prepare with basic ingredients that you probably already have in the fridge. Hop on! Stir-fried chicken and bok choy This one-pan dish is super simple to make! If you don’t have bok choy, don’t worry as you can replace it with other leafy greens such as spinach or kailan.…
Travel the world virtually (Part 2)
Museums and galleries all over the world are shutting their doors but that doesn’t mean we can’t visit! Technology is a gift and tech-savvy creators have come up with fun virtual tours for the public to access. Dress code? Opening hours? Entrance fees? Now you don’t have to worry about any of that! All you need is a smartphone or a laptop and steady internet connection. Huddle up in the most comfortable spot you can find, and check out this list we have prepared for you! The National Aquarium, Baltimore This huge aquarium is listed as one of the top three aquariums in the country and is home…
Korean dramas that will take you around the world
Running out of shows to watch? No such thing! Whether you are a K-drama novice or an enthusiast, it’s never too late to get into it. While we understand it’s not the time to travel physically, you can still do it through the screen! Shooting locations in shows are often selected for their aesthetic qualities and the charm they offer. No green screen nonsense here, these locations are the real deal, and they offer a true visual feast. Ready for jaw-dropping scenes that will bring you all around the world? We have a list of shows you can check out to do just that. Are You Human?…
6 best cafes in Kota Bharu for coffee, dessert and more
Who says you only have to eat nasi kerabu while in Kota Bharu? You don’t have to limit your foodie trip to Kelantan by eating local dishes because guess what, there are plenty of hipster cafes that have recently hit the eastern coast. If you want to take a break from laksam, nasi ulam and other East Coast cuisine, let’s check out these Instagrammable cafes when you’re in Kota Bharu. Bao Bao Cafe Try something different when in Kota Bharu. Bao Bao Cafe offers a drool-worthy array of steamed buns, dim sum, and Thai cuisine. The cafe also serves yummy boba, which is one of their must-try items. Of…
Embrace stay-at-home Aidilfitri and be part of Traveloka’s Raya Cara Kita campaign
With the whole world practicing social distancing during these challenging times, we will be celebrating this year’s Raya quite differently. But that doesn’t mean that you can’t celebrate at all. It just means that the traditions will continue in a different way. There might not be open houses, a big spread of Raya dishes and colorful Raya outfits, but we can still make the most of it. To observe and enjoy the Ramadan period at home this year, we are introducing a ‘Raya Cara Kita’ campaign where you can enjoy a range of home tutorials in preparation of Raya. We’ve partnered with notable Malaysian beauty, fitness and home decor influencers…
Ways to help the underprivileged in Malaysia during this time
We can’t stress this enough, but if you get to work from home during this period — you’re one lucky soul. Because the sad truth is that many other Malaysians out there don’t have the same privilege. But we’re all about helping each other go through this period — so, today we’ve jotted down some ways you can help out! We do appreciate everyone’s generosity, because even a little goes a long way. Happy Bank Crew Happy Bank is a non-profit volunteer-based organization that is driven by passionate and committed youths of all backgrounds to support and help the underprivileged community in Malaysia. They have started a movement that brings…
Easy Insta-worthy recipes to try at home
The days of the week still remain as a foreign concept — gel nails have been peeled, bangs have been cut, and hair overgrown. If you’re over your own cooking, we feel you. But for once, we actually have all the time in the world — so if you’d like to jazz things up in the kitchen, try out these recipes! Disney Park churros Credits Disney Park recently released their Churros recipe and we had to include it because Churros are underrated and they deserve the crisp and sweet spotlight! Here’s how you make it. You’ll need: ½ cup water 4 Tbsp butter (60g) ¼ tsp salt ¼ tsp cinnamon…
