Tuesday, May 20, 2025
Mental Health Benefits of Nature
Sunday, May 18, 2025
Best Turmeric Rice Recipe: Rice Cooker Style

In this recipe, turmeric is the star ingredient, delivering its signature golden hue and earthy, peppery flavor. You might ask, why is this the best turmeric rice recipe? Well, during one of my best memorable travels - to South Africa - I learned to make South African Yellow Rice, a dish influenced by the Indian community there (PRETORIA SOUTH AFRICA MOMENTS).
Tuesday, May 13, 2025
5 Common Mistakes to Avoid If You’re Planning to Remodel Your Kitchen
A kitchen remodel can be an exciting project, but it’s also very complex and involves different kinds of components. Hence, it’s easy to overlook details that can create major problems down the line and lead to overspending.
While homeowners often think of what they should do to create their dream kitchen, it’s equally important to understand what they shouldn’t do, ensuring a seamless and successful transformation of their culinary space. Below, we outline the most common mistakes homeowners make when remodelling their kitchens so that you can sidestep them and create a kitchen that’s practical and aesthetic at the same time.
Saturday, May 10, 2025
Vegetarian White Bee Hoon Recipe - Indian Style
Back in the day, it was a go-to budget-friendly meal for families like mine (EASIEST EGG FRIED RICE) Today, it’s appreciated for its clean, healthy ingredients and nostalgic value. This easy stir-fried white bee hoon (also known as rice vermicelli) is rich in fiber, vitamin C, vitamin K, and antioxidants - thanks to cabbage, curry leaves, mustard seeds, chillies, and shallots.
Tuesday, May 6, 2025
Where to Eat in Perak: A Foodie’s Guide
Little House Café (Jalan Stesen, Tapah)
A quick online search while passing through Tapah brought us to this old-school, humble kopitiam. We ordered Black Pepper Chicken Chop, Hainanese Chicken Chop with fries, Fish Soy Rice Set, and Petai Squid Rice Set. Every dish was satisfying, home-style, and generous in portion. Halal Malaysian fusion at an affordable price—definitely worth stopping for. (WHERE & WHAT TO EAT IN PENANG). Even as a small eater, I finished my Hainanese Chicken Chop!
Saturday, May 3, 2025
Pepper Mutton Curry/Masala Recipe
Black pepper is a key ingredient in South Indian mutton dishes, often featured in curry, dry-style masala, or what’s commonly referred to as mutton varuval or roast. My version can be adjusted based on consistency:
More water:
Pepper Mutton Curry
Less water:
Pepper Mutton Masala
Minimal water: Mutton Roast
Tuesday, April 29, 2025
Adolescents' Global Mental Health Crisis: Holistic Wellness Yoga
Author
Abstract
The mental health crisis among adolescents has
become a global concern, with rising rates of stress, anxiety, and emotional
challenges. While traditional approaches to mental health often focus on
psychological interventions, holistic wellness through practices such as yoga
has gained recognition as an effective remedy. Yoga, which integrates
breathwork, physical postures, and mindfulness, offers a unique solution to
promote mental health, physical wellness, and emotional resilience among
adolescents. This article explores the potential of yoga, focusing on its
holistic approach to well-being and its benefits in addressing mental health
issues faced by adolescents.
Saturday, April 26, 2025
What to Do in Perak: Travel Guide
Gunung Lang Recreational Park (Ipoh)
For nature lovers visiting Ipoh, Gunung Lang Recreational Park is a fulfilling stop. This serene escape, surrounded by limestone hills and a tranquil lake, is one of Ipoh’s scenic gems. Ideal for a breather from city life, it’s a place to slow down and admire nature. We spent about 15 minutes by the lake and chose not to explore further into the park’s trails (EXPLORING BETONG, THAILAND).
Tuesday, April 22, 2025
Sardine Sambal/Sambal Sardin: Canned Sardine Recipe
Enter Sardine Sambal, or as we say it in Bahasa Malaysia - Sambal Sardin. But what makes this version unique? It’s not just another spicy sardine dish. This one stands out, thanks to a special touch: Nava’s Zen organic urban gardening produce. The attached video shows it all - don’t forget to subscribe to our YouTube channel for more food stories and lifestyle content.
Saturday, April 19, 2025
Smith's Diner (Kota Kemuning): Western Food Review
The ambiance? Nothing overly fancy, but pleasantly inviting. The interior is clean, cosy, and tastefully simple - just the right setting for a relaxed dining experience.
Tuesday, April 15, 2025
Easy Indian Creamed Spinach Curry (Vegetarian)
Have you heard of it? Are you growing it yet? You should! This glossy, luscious green thrives even in pots and fits beautifully into spaghetti, noodles, soups - and now, into this Indian-style curry (HOW TO GROW BRAZILIAN SPINACH).
Saturday, April 12, 2025
Discover Perak: Must-See Attractions & Hidden Gems
HOGA Gaharu Tea Valley (Gopeng)
A road sign led us to HOGA Gaharu Tea Valley, expecting just another tea plantation. Instead, we found a breathtaking valley of Gaharu (Agarwood) trees. The drive uphill, passing rows of young and mature trees, was mesmerizing - a true escape into nature.
Tuesday, April 8, 2025
Raub SYC Hainan Kopitiam Review
I visited on a mid-week morning around 9:30 AM. The kopitiam had a spacious and clean ambiance, with about half of the seating occupied and a steady stream of customers. The menu offered a wide selection, and it took some time for the three of us to decide.
Saturday, April 5, 2025
Lou Ho Kee Kopitiam: Uptown Rimbayu, Selangor
Upon arrival, we were momentarily confused by the two corner-lot units side by side, separated by a lane. Unsure at first, we entered the right one and soon realized that both share the same ambiance - modern yet reminiscent of a high-end kopitiam. The corridor housing the food stalls is impressively clean, adding to the inviting atmosphere.
Tuesday, April 1, 2025
Tofu Sambal Recipe: Easy & Spicy Tofu Dish
But why not tweak and modify recipes to make them your own? Cooking is all about adding a personal touch and creativity, wouldn’t you agree? I’ve made Tofu Sambal (Spicy Tofu) countless times, especially for our vegetarian meals, and each time, there’s a small tweak - another version, another delicious outcome (NYONYA PRAWN SAMBAL RECIPE).
Saturday, March 29, 2025
Malay Mix Rice Food Review: Gerai MBSA Shah Alam
Among the ample choices, Lailatif Café caught our attention. Freshly cooked dishes were already on display - tempting and mouthwatering. Here, it’s all about self-service: scoop your own rice and pick from a variety of dishes. Trust me, deciding wasn’t easy, especially on an empty stomach.
Mental Health Benefits of Nature
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