tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19116287694539973382024-03-09T18:46:50.013-08:00HoW dO i SPeLL tHe WoRdsSyigimhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16447869434446560906noreply@blogger.comBlogger1103125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1911628769453997338.post-8197499658961269262014-07-30T22:41:00.000-07:002015-05-04T23:44:28.929-07:00Syawal in Penang : Over the New 2nd Penang Bridge<p align="left">mr. khairul’s mom is from langat. and his bapak has a thick perak accent. so where did that penang accent come from the way he speaks? well mr khairul was born and raised in penang – so while all his other siblings seem capable of speaking with a perak accent, mr khairul is utagha through and through.</p> <p align="left">on that note, that is why it’s like mandatory for us when we come back to malaysia from dubai, to visit his old playground – the penang island.</p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-R2zmlYAaYAE/VUhmivNiMbI/AAAAAAAATys/FQ4W4-OhAsY/s1600-h/IMG_2890%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_2890" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline" border="0" alt="IMG_2890" src="http://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-gioYWR5mgkg/VUhmj35tuQI/AAAAAAAATy0/Yu9EkXZ11l8/IMG_2890_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="425" height="425"></a> </p> <p align="center">the boys were super excited. this was their first ever ferry trip and even more fun to share this momentous occasion with their atuk.</p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-JstJ9YkEjo4/VUhmk5DfyiI/AAAAAAAATy8/WuIsu7L-s08/s1600-h/IMG_2893%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_2893" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline" border="0" alt="IMG_2893" src="http://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-vLMMg2KE9TE/VUhml4D89vI/AAAAAAAATzE/SZyWrUmLsbM/IMG_2893_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="502" height="385"></a> </p> <p align="center">of course, a trip to penang is incomplete without enjoying a plate of <em>nasi kandar</em> at his favorite spot - ‘line clear’. me, i don’t understand the obsession with nasi kandar. it’s basically just curry and fried chicken. so? haha but the magic is in the curry <em>campoq</em>, and the crispy crunch special flour-marinated fried chicken. i cant remember having <em>nasi kandar</em> while growing up – i only ate it more often since married to this penang boy!</p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"></p> <p align="center"></p> <p align="center"></p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-OxMuUPBigWc/VUhmm5eHSaI/AAAAAAAATzM/WsbaVh8vrl0/s1600-h/IMG_2902%25255B2%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_2902" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline" border="0" alt="IMG_2902" src="http://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-2cUaJf_XO_g/VUhmn7ml31I/AAAAAAAATzU/yh4tL75avDc/IMG_2902_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="184" height="244"></a><a href="http://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-NqSf5161vQM/VUhmom_gU6I/AAAAAAAATzc/fpq7_T6-h-g/s1600-h/IMG_2910%25255B2%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_2910" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline" border="0" alt="IMG_2910" src="http://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-6y_HQRGTyPU/VUhmpTwWmwI/AAAAAAAATzg/bE7MXIlimWE/IMG_2910_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="244"></a></p> <p align="center">my sis-in-law with her scrumptious plate of nasi kandar. mr. khairul loves it so much! no time for selfies or pictures! dig in!</p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"> <a href="http://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-aiP-CavVTTU/VUhmqQJA_lI/AAAAAAAATzs/joz0rCoQBes/s1600-h/IMG_2904%25255B2%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_2904" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline" border="0" alt="IMG_2904" src="http://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-_bsT61tjF88/VUhmrUqhU1I/AAAAAAAATz0/FuHfiySZzKs/IMG_2904_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="184" height="244"></a> <a href="http://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-22LPFRjQlQM/VUhmsW3Q4cI/AAAAAAAATz8/qGuIGFAj6GI/s1600-h/IMG_2916%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_2916" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline" border="0" alt="IMG_2916" src="http://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-itLMLo-htow/VUhmtSFFBNI/AAAAAAAAT0E/ybroN5zNZ5w/IMG_2916_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="314" height="241"></a></p> <p align="center">this is also a must-stop. chendul teochew – soft fat beads of green cendol, in a pool of cool coconut milk with a drizzle of gula melaka. heavenly when you slurp it on a hot day, especially after a huge mountainous plate of <em>nasi kandar</em>! that’s khaleef in 2014, and that’s us in 2005 with the family friend tato.</p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"> <a href="http://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-wdNfp5Ts33o/VUhmuCrNgOI/AAAAAAAAT0M/jpcqtuJQOHg/s1600-h/IMG_2913%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_2913" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline" border="0" alt="IMG_2913" src="http://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-P9T4sbVLOVo/VUhmu59sfnI/AAAAAAAAT0U/zDvkBJO7bWE/IMG_2913_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="494" height="379"></a></p> <p align="center">us & the boys</p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"> <a href="http://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-LyJd-6J5mQw/VUhmv23TngI/AAAAAAAAT0c/Zs-_grdrf-c/s1600-h/IMG_2926%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_2926" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline" border="0" alt="IMG_2926" src="http://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-UGzy3KuCw7Y/VUhmw6TR1gI/AAAAAAAAT0k/Nz4Lq0QAU40/IMG_2926_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="261" height="340"></a> <a href="http://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-6tT4EjS88Ko/VUhmxhtMmrI/AAAAAAAAT0o/bSPeuu5Aor0/s1600-h/IMG_2922%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_2922" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline" border="0" alt="IMG_2922" src="http://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-_1udotd5kuM/VUhmyRZNRyI/AAAAAAAAT00/57Ez-UssKKY/IMG_2922_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="264" height="343"></a> </p> <p align="center">went to penang by ferry, went back to kg lalang through the new 2nd penang bridge or its official name, ‘the sultan abd halim muádzam shah bridge’ (the sultan of kedah, and the reigning yang dipertuan agong). totalling 24 km in length, it will take motorists around 20 minutes to cross the RM4.5 billion bridge from batu kawan on the mainland and batu maung on the island. it is the longest bridge in southeast asia!</p> Syigimhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16447869434446560906noreply@blogger.com13tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1911628769453997338.post-86549954860052994522014-07-28T23:41:00.000-07:002015-04-25T23:43:27.700-07:00Things I Love About Syawal 2014<p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"></p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-Vtft-Kvyn3w/VTyIoSVYBhI/AAAAAAAATu8/P_BGDv4tYTY/s1600-h/IMG_2540%25255B1%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_2540" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline" border="0" alt="IMG_2540" src="http://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-skbISKuyR2g/VTyIpkBi6II/AAAAAAAATvE/xw4jnO9xwCs/IMG_2540_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="481" height="369"></a></p> <p align="center">cuddly cousins on malam raya. the boys with their cousins on mak’s side : from left kahfi, sufya, kazim, icha & khaleef</p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center">* * *</p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-PGPKYqqW71o/VTyIq21Zt3I/AAAAAAAATvM/xOyEaEH-AF0/s1600-h/IMG_2412%25255B4%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_2412" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline" border="0" alt="IMG_2412" src="http://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-gfh3Hfv7ELE/VTyIsGWp2pI/AAAAAAAATvU/ed7P8MLrRWU/IMG_2412_thumb%25255B4%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="272" height="341"></a><a href="http://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-ICqKC9TSFDY/VTyIsxXDJtI/AAAAAAAATvc/9dquMlVAFOY/s1600-h/IMG_2421%25255B1%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_2421" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline" border="0" alt="IMG_2421" src="http://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-hpUC7ASTWes/VTyIuXc6oZI/AAAAAAAATvk/C7NEb_gEuUw/IMG_2421_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="260" height="338"></a> </p> <p align="center"></p> <p align="center"> what goes on instagram – and what actually happened. haha. our family potrait at abah’s front lawn in ipoh on 1st day raya morning. father and son both donning the unmistakable quad-colored mckk sampin.</p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center">* * *</p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-CKbNjgrV_fw/VTyIvC65q7I/AAAAAAAATvs/bEwSjx-_IAw/s1600-h/IMG_24562.jpg"><img title="IMG_2456" style="border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_2456" src="http://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-B9v7orbRFtg/VTyIv0kSePI/AAAAAAAATvw/t3ZRyLp_PDo/IMG_2456_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a><a href="http://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-QlssLjgzSKI/VTyIwuotD7I/AAAAAAAATv8/ah5kjmUuMHE/s1600-h/IMG_24612.jpg"><img title="IMG_2461" style="border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_2461" src="http://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-LB4BERN0Bb0/VTyIxgBne1I/AAAAAAAATwE/oKg38n4zdww/IMG_2461_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a> </p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-cihsZj_1tZg/VTyIyWpoKoI/AAAAAAAATwM/gPHYlAFjWrA/s1600-h/IMG_2483%25255B1%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_2483" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline" border="0" alt="IMG_2483" src="http://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-iZECIdVlJmA/VTyIzTdcZoI/AAAAAAAATwU/UCG6LHl5DUU/IMG_2483_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="455" height="349"></a> </p> <p align="center">..when kids line up for duit raya!</p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center">* * *</p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"> <a href="http://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-yPbY6wBe3Wo/VTyI0vw0aYI/AAAAAAAATwc/fVcgYwJ4k7U/s1600-h/IMG_2549%25255B2%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_2549" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline" border="0" alt="IMG_2549" src="http://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-cEsG5CVdahg/VTyI1pD7v-I/AAAAAAAATwk/lCsJoYqxtGM/IMG_2549_thumb%25255B2%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="469" height="364"></a></p> <p align="center">siblings fight! normal scene. keep walking. nothing to see here.</p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center">* * *</p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"> <a href="http://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-5YnXWwB1wlI/VTyI2ZqKxnI/AAAAAAAATws/_9EADdPBAw4/s1600-h/IMG_2559%25255B1%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_2559" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline" border="0" alt="IMG_2559" src="http://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-g8cM8P53-o0/VTyI3iQ6X6I/AAAAAAAATw0/5Q2UHkLgH9Q/IMG_2559_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="475" height="365"></a> </p> <p align="center"> <em>5 hulubalang berkaca mata yang berjaya menawan bunga-bunga dari taman larangan haji sharifuddin</em>. huhu. sitting down : faiz and din. standing behind them is eldest son-in-law abg mat, nash & my mr khairul. you’ve got good taste dudes. haha.</p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"> * * *</p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-t6F2zPgvggE/VTyI4R9mDWI/AAAAAAAATw8/ihY-agZW33Y/s1600-h/IMG_2569%25255B2%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_2569" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline" border="0" alt="IMG_2569" src="http://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-_fhwWeTb3Qw/VTyI5THEsvI/AAAAAAAATxE/nGYnV9tKQcg/IMG_2569_thumb%25255B2%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="260" height="370"></a> <a href="http://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-saF6KJuyMbM/VTyI6cnl-iI/AAAAAAAATxM/83PsgdX-H2U/s1600-h/IMG_2572%25255B2%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_2572" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline" border="0" alt="IMG_2572" src="http://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-9J2LkPHQ6pA/VTyI7Dza-JI/AAAAAAAATxU/zRLdQjOaOcE/IMG_2572_thumb%25255B2%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="263" height="375"></a> </p> <p align="center">2nd raya : think green!</p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center">* * *</p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"> <a href="http://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-wNHK8vr_jKA/VTyI733LyUI/AAAAAAAATxY/H2ny3GPoWV0/s1600-h/IMG_2815%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_2815" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline" border="0" alt="IMG_2815" src="http://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-Qx9kCIeTaP4/VTyI8z3dqfI/AAAAAAAATxk/1s-ZEMHJ0Zk/IMG_2815_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="490" height="376"></a></p> <p align="center">ipoh family! complete set of 5 daughters & 5 sons-in-law, 10 cucu. alhamdulillah!</p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh3.googleusercontent.com/--z8N_rNMi_o/VTyI9pzHUnI/AAAAAAAATxs/lRcfdsw4cuI/s1600-h/IMG_2641%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_2641" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline" border="0" alt="IMG_2641" src="http://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-9E20-Bz6YC8/VTyI-mM6ozI/AAAAAAAATx0/_QdEkmdCN6A/IMG_2641_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="481" height="369"></a></p> <p align="center">kg lalang family! we’re missing ateh who was celebrating raya in cairo with newly-wedded hubby pawi. 5 kids, 2 daughters-in-law & 5 cucu. alhamdulillah! </p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center">* * *</p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"></p> <p align="center"></p> <p align="center"></p> <p align="center"></p> <p align="center"></p> <p align="center"></p> <p align="center"></p> <p align="center"></p> <p align="center"></p> <p align="center"></p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-39q9PpcFohI/VTyI_o8fKfI/AAAAAAAATx8/ZEZTsk9evww/s1600-h/IMG_2627%25255B1%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_2627" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline" border="0" alt="IMG_2627" src="http://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-2JcggaQ1ewE/VTyJAvDwyJI/AAAAAAAATyE/9qKqM2q8UXA/IMG_2627_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="380" height="495"></a> </p> <p align="center"> love this photo! the boys with their cousins on bapak’s side. each character shining through – the serious no-nonsense big bro. the loud 2nd-born kahfi. the cheeky kazim. the princess-y wafa. and the ever adorabs khairy.</p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center">* * *</p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"> <a href="http://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-5oEWOAL93j4/VTyJB2LXX0I/AAAAAAAATyM/yBTVN7KlkYk/s1600-h/IMG_2763%25255B4%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_2763" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline" border="0" alt="IMG_2763" src="http://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-zx0dl-nOZiA/VTyJCwYaPDI/AAAAAAAATyU/p2IpS3dGuxg/IMG_2763_thumb%25255B2%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="403" height="520"></a> </p> <p align="center"></p> <p align="center"></p> <p align="center"></p> <p align="center"></p> <p align="center"></p> <p></p> <p></p> <p align="center">…and to top it all, the cherry on top – a classic shot of us in our raya best, on an old wooden staircase back in time. selamat hari raya aidilfitri 2014, maaf zahir batin.</p> Syigimhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16447869434446560906noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1911628769453997338.post-24398734588832349942014-07-27T00:07:00.000-07:002015-04-23T00:08:15.744-07:00Pre-Raya Clean Up @ Kg Lalang : Lessons For My Boys<p>before last year’s raya the whole family went <em>balik kampung</em> to kampung lalang, padang rengas, perak – the home of mr. khairul’s grandma on his dad’s side. though she is no longer with us, every raya mr. khairul’s dad and family, and siblings would still converge here for a raya reunion. noone lives here now so to celebrate raya there’s understandably a LOT of work to be done! the cleaning and scrubbing and washing and mopping – and that’s just on the inside.</p> <p>the outside lawn needs a lot of work too. wild shrubs overgrowing. rotting trees need cutting. piles of leaves needed throwing away. and alhamdulillah there was an abundance of rambutan fruit up in the tree that needed picking! </p> <p>the grown ups had their hands full, but who had the most fun? the kids! my boy khaleef, kahfi and kazim, along with their cousin sis wafa and lil bro khairy tagged along.</p> <p> </p> <p align="center">* * *</p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="left">lesson #1 : the value of hard labor</p> <p align="left">if you want something done, sometimes there is no easy way about it – cut it out, and just cut it! so many people out there do not have the luxury of an office job – plush cushion seat, air-conditioned cubicle and scrumptious meals during lunch time. the construction worker, the garbage collector, the gardener, the rubber-tapper, the farmer (<em>tapi pakcik goreng kueyteow ngan apek sayur pakai singlet kat gunung rapat tu lagi mewah kot. rumah je rumah papan tapi keta mercedes hihi rezeki orang rajin</em>). these people know all too well what hard work means – and my boys learned that first hand.</p> <p align="left">khaleef and kahfi followed bapak around looking for trees to cut down. then they labored on, carrying the dead barks of trees to a corner. any dead twigs around must be collected and put away too.</p> <p>looking around at a clean, clear space would be the testimony of their little manly sweat and tears, and a wonderful bonding session with bapak!</p> <p> </p> <p><img title="Capture" style="border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; float: none; margin-left: auto; display: block; border-top-width: 0px; margin-right: auto" border="0" alt="Capture" src="http://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-_xvE0-dd9-w/VTiSQQclnDI/AAAAAAAATqw/TnTjEzmXX14/Capture_thumb8.jpg?imgmax=800" width="336" height="492"></p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center">* * *</p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="left">lesson #2 : learn about malaysian fruits!</p> <p align="left">in dubai, believe it or not, rambutan and mangosteen are luxury items! they are expensive! and to think that back in kampung lalang we only need to shake the trees and some will just drop down on your head, ready to be eaten. alhamdulillah!</p> <p align="left">the sight of the wonderful rambutan tree, lush green leaves with little dots of heavenly red – you can almost taste the sweet juicy rambutan flesh in your mouth. delicious! </p> <p align="left"> </p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-RCtVKBPZVC0/VTiSRaHdluI/AAAAAAAATq4/2B5NhT-xnts/s1600-h/IMG_22574.jpg"><img title="IMG_2257" style="border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_2257" src="http://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-zkVzz68TpKo/VTiSSSXWS0I/AAAAAAAATrA/BccXPpm24uw/IMG_2257_thumb2.jpg?imgmax=800" width="259" height="332"></a> <a href="http://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-J66vYShd6PQ/VTiSTqXK6mI/AAAAAAAATrI/kGdr41mK4ZQ/s1600-h/IMG_22613.jpg"><img title="IMG_2261" style="border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_2261" src="http://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-7sf6bAbaz-o/VTiSVPA9dNI/AAAAAAAATrQ/N0EE45P92Fk/IMG_2261_thumb1.jpg?imgmax=800" width="246" height="320"></a></p> <p align="center"> <a href="http://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-EgVMtIxxR3E/VTiSWLWbu0I/AAAAAAAATrY/N2GKyEKg12Y/s1600-h/IMG_22803.jpg"><img title="IMG_2280" style="border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_2280" src="http://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-BONX9t5cwns/VTiSXj1acAI/AAAAAAAATrg/Q8gExVvYOMw/IMG_2280_thumb1.jpg?imgmax=800" width="527" height="404"></a></p> <p align="center">my youngest bro-in-law asrar up in the rambutan tree. oh the red rambutan! what a sight!</p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"> <a href="http://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-Dg4IUXVFJBo/VTiSY73S8RI/AAAAAAAATro/v0nrC3JHs_E/s1600-h/IMG_22814.jpg"><img title="IMG_2281" style="border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_2281" src="http://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-Zs8_-G0RXSI/VTiSZhErieI/AAAAAAAATrw/r-xf2ChS5es/IMG_2281_thumb2.jpg?imgmax=800" width="531" height="411"></a> </p> <p align="center">that’s mr. khairul’s tok abah & pahyang’s house in the background. hari raya is totally incomplete without a visit down to her house – an all classic melayu papan house. a fantastic backdrop to our hari raya shots too!</p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"></p> <p align="center"></p> <p align="center"></p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-lfVhYK1aKM8/VTiSbHEm9hI/AAAAAAAATr4/nea_F5MHELE/s1600-h/IMG_22833.jpg"><img title="IMG_2283" style="border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_2283" src="http://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-tny6HD2xOx8/VTiScVRn4uI/AAAAAAAATsA/n67X2JukhIg/IMG_2283_thumb1.jpg?imgmax=800" width="352" height="459"></a> </p> <p align="center">another classic wooden house. all surrounding mr khairul’s kampung house with no picket fences. all living harmoniously.</p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-lMimcyVea2M/VTiSdCi-M7I/AAAAAAAATsI/Hmlr4uAmC6I/s1600-h/IMG_22883.jpg"><img title="IMG_2288" style="border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_2288" src="http://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-f4odTr2lskE/VTiSetvi-7I/AAAAAAAATsQ/suQOdBFLy3k/IMG_2288_thumb1.jpg?imgmax=800" width="511" height="392"></a></p> <p align="center">this is just a smidgen of rambutans from the hundreds of thousands that we collected! <em>ok tak la sampai ratus ribu haha tapi memang banyak berbungkus-bungkus</em>! we collected SO MUCH that i can still take a lot more to bring to ipoh my abah’s house AND still be able to divide the lot to my sisters! THAT MANY! <em>Ya Allah Kau murahkan rezeki keluarga pemilik pokok rambutan ni, dapat menjamu berapa ramai orang ni tak terkira</em>!</p> <p align="center"> </p> <p><a href="http://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-MQrEXoKXDHg/VTiSfapkgpI/AAAAAAAATsY/P_SXbhg-L9A/s1600-h/1794679_10152911610838606_8608324548%25255B2%25255D.jpg"><img title="1794679_10152911610838606_860832454862672400_n" style="border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; float: none; margin-left: auto; display: block; border-top-width: 0px; margin-right: auto" border="0" alt="1794679_10152911610838606_860832454862672400_n" src="http://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-Fsah7OUXS_g/VTiSggG9CLI/AAAAAAAATsg/NF6ntwHsShw/1794679_10152911610838606_8608324548%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="406" height="524"></a></p> <p align="center">here is khaleef climbing up the mangosteen tree. <em>lama gile tak makan manggis (dan juga lama gileeeee tak panjat pokok huhu. </em>the last time i climbed trees was probably the mango tree in front of my old house in rapat setia. it was so long ago that even the tree has since been chopped off). </p> <p> </p> <p><a href="http://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-JxKupm8S5gI/VTiSho8HipI/AAAAAAAATso/MwEct9C9p5c/s1600-h/10424325_10152911610903606_899280676%25255B1%25255D.jpg"><img title="10424325_10152911610903606_8992806768890971651_n" style="border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; float: none; margin-left: auto; display: block; border-top-width: 0px; margin-right: auto" border="0" alt="10424325_10152911610903606_8992806768890971651_n" src="http://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-xuIHpQLZBBY/VTiSiiTePcI/AAAAAAAATsw/8xxpqw_vZNY/10424325_10152911610903606_899280676.jpg?imgmax=800" width="401" height="522"></a></p> <p align="center">khaleef said he felt so awesome to able to climb trees as high as he went, and to be able to help his opah collect the manggis. priceless, man. you can’t get this experience in dubai.</p> <p> </p> <p align="center"><font color="#193964"></font><a href="http://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-wI5l7uj9ygw/VTiSjqJ54EI/AAAAAAAATs0/P-7IMriSn7g/s1600-h/10433140_10152911610983606_466658170%25255B2%25255D.jpg"><img title="10433140_10152911610983606_4666581705684936558_n" style="border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; float: none; margin-left: auto; display: block; border-top-width: 0px; margin-right: auto" border="0" alt="10433140_10152911610983606_4666581705684936558_n" src="http://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-BSe5zE5EMFE/VTiSkUMVu4I/AAAAAAAATtA/hsiGxVs2X-c/10433140_10152911610983606_466658170.jpg?imgmax=800" width="400" height="516"></a> this was quite frightening for a mother to see – he might fall, get scratches, bump his knee? but i know deep down, that scars, bumps and bruises are the order of a day in kampung. you're not living it if you don’t have those. scars, bumps and bruises are badges of honor! haha. seeing khaleef climb up a tree was nerve-wrecking but i reminded myself that when i was younger, i had this advantage. i had fun climbing trees. my mom never stopped me and never make a huge fuss, so why should khaleef be denied this? and then he went HIGH up until i can only see his hand waving somewhere up the manggis tree – and that’s when i hyperventilate. hahaha.</p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center">* * * </p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="left">lesson #3 : we are not alone</p> <p align="left">yes, we are not alone. this phrase usually refers to the fact that there might be extraterrestrial beings out there somewhere in space trying to contact us human being. but here, i mean we are not alone – we share this planet with so many other creatures of God’s creation! in the metropolitan dubai, you hardly see any creatures – seriously, <em>semut pun susah nak nampak</em> and i’m not exaggerating! (well, got a bad cockroach infestation a while back at our dubai home, but they are long gone and never before seen again after the pest control.)</p> <p align="left">so here in kampung, you got all sorts of animals to be seen in their own natural habitat – from goats, chicken to tiny little catterpillar on a leaf.</p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-I8YHLDqPbQY/VTiSlo5tUlI/AAAAAAAATtI/wHtgT3fyhnI/s1600-h/IMG_22893.jpg"><img title="IMG_2289" style="border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_2289" src="http://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-6NaP1Ddz2Iw/VTiSmp-gaXI/AAAAAAAATtQ/yapuS2A3Zyc/IMG_2289_thumb1.jpg?imgmax=800" width="501" height="385"></a></p> <p align="center">here’s kazim spotting little ms caterpillars on her lunch. literally.</p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="left">for 3 young boys living in the metropolitan city of dubai with skyscrappers as far as the eyes can see and (neck can crane), a tree-filled kampung is heaven-sent. it beats ferrari world. so many flowers to smell and fruits to taste, animals to chase and insects to inspect. </p> <p align="left">yeap. chasing chickens is the norm here. sorry, chickens. run and hide when you see the dubai boys coming! (no chicken was harm during the clean-up!) they’re not bullies mind you, and far away from being abusive to the animals! they’re just a bunch of typical curious kids, who enjoy exploring an unfamiliar territory. let them be!</p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center">* * *</p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="left">lesson #4 : lead by example!</p> <p align="left">when atuk did hard work, the grandkids followed. atuk made it fun, atuk made it less of a chore and more of a game and sing-songs. atuk made them laugh, but atuk also made them work! smart atuk. hihi.</p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhSRvpUpv_-Aq9Q-ON_gWzY2DUcp8UVn-RtKbRuk4DdRG4jsj4TIfr-6wNwk8ElB5-VZYdC65nuE-tI2NmgQ3wwli3ZAY7_JnzCICIfJP3Q8do3MN9BM9dcb-UkYh_cq-pnoJyAFpNSEZU/s1600-h/10314572_10152904293428606_185235157%25255B1%25255D.jpg"><img title="10314572_10152904293428606_1852351570842093160_n" style="border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px" border="0" alt="10314572_10152904293428606_1852351570842093160_n" src="http://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-VGcmWf3iNY8/VTiSogNmOjI/AAAAAAAATtg/qcTqaFidGAE/10314572_10152904293428606_185235157.jpg?imgmax=800" width="485" height="623"></a></p> <p align="center">atuk’s little minions helping him pick up this huge branch to be collected at the side of the house. i can almost hear “heigh ho heigh ho from home to work we go-“ the grandkids helped their granddad.</p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-wBfLfm_uW9M/VTiSp4xPNUI/AAAAAAAATto/9sNhV17Xb1E/s1600-h/10150772_10152904293398606_391526410%25255B1%25255D.jpg"><img title="10150772_10152904293398606_3915264106445871932_n" style="border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px" border="0" alt="10150772_10152904293398606_3915264106445871932_n" src="http://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-P7BzzdBg608/VTiSq-LPbXI/AAAAAAAATtw/hW3ho3pgkWg/10150772_10152904293398606_391526410.jpg?imgmax=800" width="487" height="381"></a></p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center">* * *</p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="left"><em>siapa masih guna penyapu lidi</em>? i hardly see one in dubai, and i doubt any shop is selling them. and this is when you see all sorts of ‘çleaning devices’ including the classic penyapu lidi, made from coconut leaves.</p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"> <a href="http://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-GGaiIyClRuA/VTiSrh_zGPI/AAAAAAAATt4/PPvJMlMVTQM/s1600-h/10173735_10152904340738606_768496409%25255B2%25255D.jpg"><img title="10173735_10152904340738606_7684964099522002461_n" style="border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px" border="0" alt="10173735_10152904340738606_7684964099522002461_n" src="http://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-e_Gp8emMLXk/VTiSsrg0FXI/AAAAAAAATuA/NMla2zX0xok/10173735_10152904340738606_768496409%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="503" height="337"></a></p> <p align="center">and here is mr. khairul’s little nephew working his way with a <em>penyapu lidi</em>. funny lil fella!</p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center">* * *</p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"> <a href="http://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-tGTII2NHTSU/VTiStpscTyI/AAAAAAAATuI/V-UOVwn_szQ/s1600-h/IMG_22483.jpg"><img title="IMG_2248" style="border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_2248" src="http://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-6cNAaXcQYBU/VTiSu6PFIWI/AAAAAAAATuQ/SoNYcPfYQ0E/IMG_2248_thumb1.jpg?imgmax=800" width="506" height="388"></a></p> <p align="center"><em>my boys in front of istana kenangan</em></p> <p> </p> <p><em>balik kampung padang rengas</em> means <em>jalan-jalan</em> to the royal town of kuala kangsar just minutes away. a pit stop at the istana kenangan (remembrance palace) is a must. built in 1926 for sultan iskandar shah’s official residence. now it’s the royal museum of perak. the most significant aspect of this palace is that it’s made entirely out of wood and bamboo – without the use of a single nail. <em>nada</em>. nope. no nail. mind-blown architectural feat! also, when seen from above, the palace is designed to look like a sword in its casing. magnificent!</p> <p align="center"> </p> <p><a href="http://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-TsjgtlVAg7g/VTiSvjM9_AI/AAAAAAAATuY/N79Y0G0Ldgc/s1600-h/IMG_2255%25255B4%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_2255" style="border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; float: none; margin-left: auto; display: block; border-top-width: 0px; margin-right: auto" border="0" alt="IMG_2255" src="http://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-_nVSOp6SgN4/VTiSw683UPI/AAAAAAAATug/vqEJki1SJIE/IMG_2255_thumb%25255B2%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="509" height="395"></a> </p> <p align="center">..but, of course a drive-around in kuala kangsar town is incomplete without stopping by the malay college kuala kangsar (mckk); the iconic school that has brought up many prominent malay figures such as tengku razaleigh hamzah (ku li), datuk seri anwar ibrahim, tan sri zam of telecom, tan sri halim saad and tan sri azman mokhtar; among others. oh and not forgetting awesome alums such as my super abah sharifuddin and my mr. khairul. my eldest boy khaleef next?</p> Syigimhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16447869434446560906noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1911628769453997338.post-61464367134358126002014-07-25T05:06:00.000-07:002015-04-14T23:33:52.984-07:00Borong Kerepek @ SS Kacang Putih, Manjoi<p align="left">aku suka kerepek dan keropok. siapa yang tak suka? bole makan kudap-kudap sambil tengok tv. bole makan sambil tengok wayang tgv (seludup je dalam handbag). bole jugak hidang kat org datang ke rumah. laku weh. </p> <p align="left">bercakap pasal hidang kat orang, masa raya, kerepek memang laku kan. ye la ko nak bersembang pungpang pumpang dgn acik pipah ko yg dah setahun tak jumpa mesti la lama kan. banyak mana la london almond ko nak telan masa berborak tu. jadi kudapan paling best masa datang beraya dan tak muak semestinya kerepek.</p> <p align="left">masa kat ipoh, yong aku bawakkan ke satu kedai ni – SS kacang putih kat manjoi. katanya kedai ni memang super famous, org jauh pun tau tempat ni.</p> <p align="left"> </p> <p><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-pfhBTQWcXUc/VS4GNo2YaJI/AAAAAAAATp0/mIJqDaPgcBg/s1600-h/IMG_22253.jpg"><img title="IMG_2225" style="border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; float: none; margin-left: auto; display: block; border-top-width: 0px; margin-right: auto" border="0" alt="IMG_2225" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-zOniZhBZRdQ/VS4GO9fzidI/AAAAAAAATp8/Z0M5-1ToCf4/IMG_2225_thumb1.jpg?imgmax=800" width="403" height="525"></a> <p align="center">kahfi, cousin adam & kazim <p> <p>kalau nak tau owner dia start bukak kedai ni dalam 10 tahun lebih kot. berbekalkan rm10K simpanan sendiri je buat kecik-kecilan kat rumah dia sampai la dapat bukak kedai yang popular ni. siap ada kilang kot. <p>mula-mula dia ade 15 jenis je kacang putih – sekarang sampai dah berlonggok-longgok tak tau nak pilih yang mana satu. memang bermacam jenis – nak yg klasik kacang putih ada. nak yang macam jenis keropok macam keropok roda tu ada. yang manis-manis untuk bebudak pun ada. semua sekali dalam 50 jenis dah sekarang.</p> <p>sempoi je letaknya. takde penuh kabinet pun. kacang-kacang dah siap pek bior je dalam kotak tu atas lantai. ade saiz kecik dan besar. ok je tak nampak serabut pun. asalkan ada sistem, kemas dan orang ramai senang nak lalu-lalang pilih kacang. </p> <p> </p> <p><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-TWVAhuMpwkQ/VS4GP4Ai91I/AAAAAAAATqE/cecPOCkpUCw/s1600-h/IMG_22243.jpg"><img title="IMG_2224" style="border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; float: none; margin-left: auto; display: block; border-top-width: 0px; margin-right: auto" border="0" alt="IMG_2224" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-S_Ypu4nXRNc/VS4GQinjOuI/AAAAAAAATqM/o_QbUwCQbaM/IMG_2224_thumb1.jpg?imgmax=800" width="524" height="402"></a></p> <p> <p>btw kome takyah was-was ok. insyaAllah, muruku, kacang-kacang ngan kepek ubi pisang sume ade sijil halal. pegi la manjoi nak borong kerepek. takyah tunggu raya pun. bila-bila bole pegi borong untuk kudapan harian. huhu. tengah tergendala dalam traffic jam pon kome bole makan kan? <p>satu lagi fakta menarik, owner SS kacang putih incik sandera juga adalah pengerusi persatuan kebajikan penjual-penjual kacang putih perak! fuyyoh. . <p><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-pfhBTQWcXUc/VS4GNo2YaJI/AAAAAAAATp0/mIJqDaPgcBg/s1600-h/IMG_22253.jpg"></a> <p align="center"> <a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-jESoI-7D4b4/VS4GSzfsPdI/AAAAAAAATqU/zG2mQrIUoq0/s1600-h/IMG_22264.jpg"><img title="IMG_2226" style="border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_2226" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-_Bzn5M85UdM/VS4GTpHxWFI/AAAAAAAATqc/khB7c2YN0Hk/IMG_2226_thumb2.jpg?imgmax=800" width="529" height="410"></a></p> <p></p> <p></p> <p align="center">kakak sulung aku yong yg comel bertudung pink gigih beratur sambil menjinjing bakul yg penuh dengan kerepek dan kekacang. kalo teringin, silalah ke manjoi!</p> Syigimhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16447869434446560906noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1911628769453997338.post-54114098993478406222014-07-12T04:15:00.000-07:002015-04-14T04:17:20.839-07:00Anak Abah : Ramadhan 2014<p>our annual photoshoot. 5 sisters, at abah’s front yard. we’ve worn jeans and white T. simple <em>baju kurung</em>. <em>tudung ropol</em> and colorful <em>jubah</em>. this year we were all blacks, juxtaposed with our colorful rainbow shawl – brought all the way from dubai.</p> <p>special thanks to my bro-in-law faiz for this photoshoot – but the picture below is taken by my eldest boy khaleef.</p> <p> </p> <p align="center"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgl6h5feWLRPCfDqp8TODOHaqmS5cLLuB-E8GuNyUEFI-O_hCnmh8CUykYI-PyPEfY-TiCdfY3SzErUtabPO4Dn9BocCucU8nZ7DYElm9eUfujCYlVoUK2BRoawQ4YDryHFJaUbTUd4pqs/s1600-h/Untitled%25255B4%25255D.jpg"><img title="Untitled" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline" border="0" alt="Untitled" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-oom-RdtKT5U/VSz3Pkp2RSI/AAAAAAAATnE/QueYUS9cfuE/Untitled_thumb%25255B2%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="660" height="443"></a> </p> <p> </p> <p>now think about the theme for next year, people! hustle up!</p> Syigimhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16447869434446560906noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1911628769453997338.post-34844644198291227592014-07-08T04:20:00.000-07:002015-04-14T05:00:38.521-07:00Glow-in-the-Dark Golf @ Tee & Putt, Wafi Mall<p>wanna play golf 18 hole – in the dark? head on to wafi mall, top floor near the foodcourt area. won’t miss it.</p> <p> </p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-cugvzBq4Jvw/VS0BJOlKVBI/AAAAAAAATnU/bjpy9iYOh5U/s1600-h/IMG_1383%25255B4%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_1383" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline" border="0" alt="IMG_1383" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-743KsC0xZzE/VS0BKFBy_fI/AAAAAAAATnc/aXP1jpL6yCo/IMG_1383_thumb%25255B2%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="519" height="402"></a> </p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="left">MINIature golf is simply that – golf, in mini size. each hole has its own design and difficulty, but all centered around the theme space. so the setting is super cool – mainly space theme with astronouts, spaceships and aliens. </p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-eNisNM9DE8Y/VS0BKzcX-rI/AAAAAAAATnk/JBgUxwW8yp8/s1600-h/IMG_1341%25255B6%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_1341" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline" border="0" alt="IMG_1341" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-h8wGvU_nAk4/VS0BL2szh1I/AAAAAAAATns/YgCqVN4dUBU/IMG_1341_thumb%25255B4%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="517" height="408"></a> </p> <p align="center">from the wafi mall food court, you come down an escalator straight to the counter. pick your golf clubs, balls and start hitting ém!</p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-KC8b4Pr1AGE/VS0BMozsEiI/AAAAAAAATn0/xr_3hxnBAtY/s1600-h/IMG_1342%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_1342" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline" border="0" alt="IMG_1342" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-50E_koQy9YQ/VS0BN7z5-0I/AAAAAAAATn8/3GeUccjwLFk/IMG_1342_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="332" height="433"></a></p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-JtMfMTVbHHQ/VS0BOtb6N8I/AAAAAAAAToE/1VvaZ2ibfwI/s1600-h/IMG_1343%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_1343" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline" border="0" alt="IMG_1343" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-c9K5qi7Mf9k/VS0BPj61MHI/AAAAAAAAToM/aS9JFDJnGKA/IMG_1343_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="345" height="450"></a></p> <p align="center"> <a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-HH7IJobvCi0/VS0BQkOE1iI/AAAAAAAAToU/6RH3q3Opz4A/s1600-h/IMG_1347%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_1347" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline" border="0" alt="IMG_1347" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-W1nDYZME-lo/VS0BRRopM-I/AAAAAAAAToc/FrJnDWOKDDM/IMG_1347_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="494" height="379"></a> </p> <p align="center">they also cater for parties and even corporate functions – so company <em>gile-gile yang nak treat staff diorng</em> to silly rounds of mini golf in the dark with space theme – you’ve found the place!</p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"></p> <p align="center"></p> <p align="center"></p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-5MVj5AzHkkM/VS0BSWBiwbI/AAAAAAAATok/CI1kKFIS2lQ/s1600-h/IMG_1352%25255B4%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_1352" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline" border="0" alt="IMG_1352" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-P5tWH6rklT4/VS0BTVZZvgI/AAAAAAAATos/TmZZEBuzcLM/IMG_1352_thumb%25255B2%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="505" height="392"></a></p> <p align="center"> <a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-I_4KKgbCpQM/VS0BUMyyX9I/AAAAAAAATo0/3wC0nutqZKY/s1600-h/IMG_1358%25255B4%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_1358" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline" border="0" alt="IMG_1358" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-a80fSy6i2nQ/VS0BVFfCcLI/AAAAAAAATo8/gdI47MJLHnM/IMG_1358_thumb%25255B2%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="514" height="398"></a></p> <p align="center">for the first few holes we had the tee & putt mini golf all to ourselves and we can leisurely play and take our time. however if there was a group which started playing after us, we need to hustle a little bit knowing there are people catching up to us and we don’t want to hold them back.</p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"> <a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-xoLhlaX9rWQ/VS0BVyhpBJI/AAAAAAAATpE/g24Y4KaNwO8/s1600-h/IMG_1364%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_1364" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline" border="0" alt="IMG_1364" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-lnjGgppkNW8/VS0BXEy8gDI/AAAAAAAATpM/SboR0N0tAJE/IMG_1364_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="520" height="399"></a></p> <p align="center"> <a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-gkZKlWBoqf8/VS0BYHZx1OI/AAAAAAAATpU/7B61vmpOGEk/s1600-h/IMG_1374%25255B4%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_1374" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline" border="0" alt="IMG_1374" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-zfwWN0jJSZA/VS0BYzmVZLI/AAAAAAAATpc/SO8-t7s3SCk/IMG_1374_thumb%25255B2%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="362" height="467"></a></p> <p align="center"></p> <p align="center"></p> <p align="center"></p> <p align="center"></p> <p align="center"></p> <p align="center"></p> <p align="center">mr. khairul is more into golf that i EVER will (although, of course mr khairul is into most sports MORE than i do) but i did try a few rounds! hihi. well, you don’t have to like golf to enjoy tee & putt mini golf. i was there having fun with my kids and that’s what it is all about. </p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"></p> <p>visit the tee & putt website for more information. click <a href="http://teeandputt.com/">here</a>.</p> Syigimhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16447869434446560906noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1911628769453997338.post-70884780200906959322014-07-04T03:35:00.000-07:002015-04-14T03:51:20.406-07:00Hosting Berbuka for Malaysian Friends in Dubai<p align="left">it’s been a long while since we have <em>makan-makan</em> at our place. the last time was probably one of the boys’ birthday. so that’s why this year we decided to have 2 <em>berbuka puasa makan-makan</em> back to back before i go back to malaysia with the kids for the long winter break.</p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-E5EWgHfEleA/VSzxAOmHtTI/AAAAAAAATlk/E90Zi-4Dw7M/s1600-h/IMG_1177%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_1177" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline" border="0" alt="IMG_1177" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-OOscgw5Jvcs/VSzxBGd35hI/AAAAAAAATls/7GCSNCZ1QCc/IMG_1177_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="489" height="375"></a> </p> <p align="center">the main dish for berbuka – my chicken curry. alhamdulillah! <em>jamu orang berbuka kena masak sedap-sedap huhu</em>!</p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-IyU00LCNHe4/VSzxCP1Z9_I/AAAAAAAATl0/gfIcNVZS_3Q/s1600-h/IMG_1184%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_1184" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline" border="0" alt="IMG_1184" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-cnqYNdcNBX8/VSzxCz5FwjI/AAAAAAAATl8/bnWYYJLNllc/IMG_1184_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="497" height="381"></a> </p> <p align="center">i’ve got the chicken curry, ikan kembung belado (habiskan stok sebab confirm mr. khairul tak masak ikan for himself while i’m gone! hihi), ikan bilis goreng cili. and we also have ketupat daun palas and serunding; with spaghetti for the kids.</p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-lUUN578K2GY/VSzxD6iXTLI/AAAAAAAATmE/PyGsqe9pR8s/s1600-h/IMG_1248%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_1248" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline" border="0" alt="IMG_1248" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-JRB6s_lSYTM/VSzxE2CbwgI/AAAAAAAATmM/izJWnpLSpSY/IMG_1248_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="492" height="378"></a> </p> <p align="center">the malaysian government officers in dubai. my khairul, sharom, hazly, syed and helme. <em>berkhidmat untuk negara yo</em>!</p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"></p> <p align="center"></p> <p align="center"> <a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-6Fdrj6n_jGw/VSzxFra994I/AAAAAAAATmU/xOfWFZ3M0Yo/s1600-h/IMG_1259%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_1259" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline" border="0" alt="IMG_1259" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-KnDW-C0s9No/VSzxG8tBH0I/AAAAAAAATmc/LQHdJnQWQ6I/IMG_1259_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="496" height="496"></a> </p> <p align="center">pretty malaysian mommies in dubai – clockwise from middle top with kak jah (my beloved tukang urut masa pantang), aida in pink, eiyda; and me with two perwakilan ladies dilah & ika (both dah balik malaysia for good pun at the time of writing. sob sob) and top left is me with kak mira. thanks for coming ladies! </p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-WREiQ1SOl4E/VSzxIH456oI/AAAAAAAATmk/XCu_EdRjZxY/s1600-h/IMG_1260%25255B4%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_1260" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline" border="0" alt="IMG_1260" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-9EXMUrRf3Bo/VSzxJH9WnxI/AAAAAAAATms/-A8rdXvJpA4/IMG_1260_thumb%25255B2%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="499" height="499"></a> </p> <p align="center"></p> <p align="center"></p> <p align="center">friends made in dubai. friends for life. thanks for coming!</p> Syigimhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16447869434446560906noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1911628769453997338.post-65966878851955155772014-07-01T10:08:00.000-07:002015-04-14T03:33:34.599-07:00Berbuka With ‘Single’ Malaysian Men in Dubai<p>the long winter break for school always starts way before ramadhan, so during this time in previous years, i should already be back in ipoh preparing for ramadhan while mr. khairul stayed back in dubai. he would only come back a few days before hari raya.</p> <p>however, this year ramadhan 2014 was only a week away after the school holiday started so i decided to postpone my trip back to malaysia so that i can finally have a full week of ramadhan with mr khairul before <em>balik kampung</em> – <em>dah lama tak berpuasa berbuka sama-sama di awal</em> ramadhan!</p> <p>when i go back to malaysia without him, he would sometimes be invited over at a friend’s house for <em>berbuka</em> – since he’s ‘single’ during ramadhan haha and THAT is the ‘single man’ that i’m referring to here – *single* men yg married actually tapi wife and kids sume dah awal-awal balik kampung because of the school holiday.</p> <p>i’m always grateful that there are kind souls out there who would offer delicious malaysian dishes for my husband, so i gladly returned the favor to other *single* men that ramadhan. delicious lauk-pauk from syigim’s kitchen!</p> <p> </p> <p align="center">* * *</p> <p> </p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-Fd9LY5eP0_w/VSzslFEtwNI/AAAAAAAATho/aCVilelXSkw/s1600-h/IMG_10312.jpg"><img title="IMG_1031" style="border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_1031" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-Uf2urzgB5Bg/VSzsmascZFI/AAAAAAAAThw/d1Wyw87S5yc/IMG_1031_thumb1.jpg?imgmax=800" width="501" height="396"></a></p> <p align="center">ayam masak lemak cili padi – a classic favorite of mr. khairul & my eldest boy khaleef</p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-_ciDHTnfTug/VSzsnPnlbbI/AAAAAAAATh4/hX0wfGXx6ko/s1600-h/IMG_10351.jpg"><img title="IMG_1035" style="border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_1035" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-c9nAU49SdE8/VSzsn6GnVhI/AAAAAAAATiA/60A0hxKNWRw/IMG_1035_thumb1.jpg?imgmax=800" width="505" height="388"></a> </p> <p align="center">ikan kembung belado – to spice things up!</p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"></p> <p align="center"></p> <p align="center"></p> <p align="center"></p> <p align="center"></p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-VcMRTSseuL8/VSzsokZsQoI/AAAAAAAATiI/zkTsiHia-SI/s1600-h/IMG_10366.jpg"><img title="IMG_1036" style="border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_1036" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-bFWFbnMnS-I/VSzspq3XV3I/AAAAAAAATiQ/UzPTc5Es-WE/IMG_1036_thumb6.jpg?imgmax=800" width="277" height="223"></a> <a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-HbWfhK8qYCM/VSzsqduSH-I/AAAAAAAATiY/vgO4d6WEUUo/s1600-h/IMG_10403.jpg"><img title="IMG_1040" style="border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_1040" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-LUrgbD1jPko/VSzsrFYgMQI/AAAAAAAATig/ZirK1QReCVY/IMG_1040_thumb7.jpg?imgmax=800" width="294" height="224"></a></p> <p align="center">the sambal was later smeared all over the eggs *yum!* and for veggie dish i made tumis sayur kacang.</p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-mpbDLd38Eyw/VSzsr5lSmXI/AAAAAAAATio/FPRzyBUn0JQ/s1600-h/IMG_10391.jpg"><img title="IMG_1039" style="border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_1039" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-OZodVXxBeIo/VSzsszYKomI/AAAAAAAATiw/fFXKvtBBzG4/IMG_1039_thumb1.jpg?imgmax=800" width="479" height="368"></a></p> <p align="center">another yummy appetizer – ikan bilis ngan kacang goreng cili, love it!</p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-rZJ2atk0EX4/VSzstpyaf3I/AAAAAAAATi4/Vez4btk0M1k/s1600-h/IMG_10482.jpg"><img title="IMG_1048" style="border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_1048" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-CvBYaiqnc28/VSzsuh441FI/AAAAAAAATjA/xE7KDeHa2pI/IMG_1048_thumb9.jpg?imgmax=800" width="470" height="348"></a> </p> <p align="center"></p> <p align="center">for after terawih – crispy crunchy popiah daging – resepi mak tersayang.</p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-USwDy5d2tr0/VSzsvT5cVFI/AAAAAAAATjI/e62PVhumSk0/s1600-h/IMG_10384.jpg"><img title="IMG_1038" style="border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_1038" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-N53atPfAGLQ/VSzswKqjeNI/AAAAAAAATjQ/84yxDsPqyhQ/IMG_1038_thumb4.jpg?imgmax=800" width="306" height="235"></a> </p> <p align="center"> and dessert of course – a sweet, simple pulut jagung </p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center">* * *</p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"></p> <p align="center"></p> <p align="center"></p> <p align="center"></p> <p align="center"> <a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-QXgGnrS2ZkQ/VSzsw7B09YI/AAAAAAAATjY/77yrc9TipKQ/s1600-h/IMG_10521.jpg"><img title="IMG_1052" style="border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_1052" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-69nu60lsG98/VSzsxqb1BnI/AAAAAAAATjg/HamV2YgAwxc/IMG_1052_thumb1.jpg?imgmax=800" width="518" height="398"></a><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-m53QSBTsl2g/VSzsyUQzGVI/AAAAAAAATjo/2aSynqIspVQ/s1600-h/IMG_10611.jpg"><img title="IMG_1061" style="border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_1061" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-z5l2zo-avzc/VSzszUhmKgI/AAAAAAAATjw/tFiISYoKxF4/IMG_1061_thumb1.jpg?imgmax=800" width="515" height="395"></a></p> <p align="center"> alhamdulillah, nothing satisfies a cook than to see people enjoying their meals and taking 2nd, 3rd helpings!</p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-DpJ9_-7o0PM/VSzs0NMog6I/AAAAAAAATj0/zyVNJeT0-yw/s1600-h/iftar2.jpg"></a> </p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-l7YTI7LX5m0/VSzs0o37_bI/AAAAAAAATkA/z9I8CrNU2WM/s1600-h/IMG_11061.jpg"><img title="IMG_1106" style="border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_1106" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-OrPjfVk0ufM/VSzs1u8CyNI/AAAAAAAATkI/uvUGcVugziQ/IMG_1106_thumb1.jpg?imgmax=800" width="408" height="408"></a> </p> <p align="center">alhamdulillah, solat terawih at our humble home with saudara mushil as the imam. may it adds berkat to our home.</p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-DpJ9_-7o0PM/VSzs0NMog6I/AAAAAAAATkQ/D6ZO6Rjoua0/s1600-h/iftar1.jpg"><img title="iftar" style="border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px" border="0" alt="iftar" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-H-q6n4nun6g/VSzs3WEbDEI/AAAAAAAATkY/ybQQuryDrds/iftar_thumb1.jpg?imgmax=800" width="413" height="413"></a></p> <p align="center">masyaAllah saudara mushil ended the terawih with a short tazkirah. may we all benefit from his brief words.</p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"></p> <p align="center"></p> <p align="center"></p> <p align="center"> <a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-JzmInzHT1k0/VSzs4DYpNZI/AAAAAAAATkg/nxm5xK4ehp0/s1600-h/IMG_10752.jpg"><img title="IMG_1075" style="border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_1075" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-CMiQ97FTQGY/VSzs5J_iTwI/AAAAAAAATko/15ZfqM26d-Q/IMG_1075_thumb2.jpg?imgmax=800" width="514" height="398"></a></p> <p align="center">more dessert! thanks joe for bringing this black forest cake. more yummy stuff to <em>jamu</em> people!</p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center">* * *</p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"> <a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-OJ_vm7XwVUc/VSzs6VJSx6I/AAAAAAAATkw/a9uk1jqY-Vo/s1600-h/IMG_11082.jpg"><img title="IMG_1108" style="border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_1108" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-CKSeSMN8MMc/VSzs7fjaifI/AAAAAAAATk4/SOxNseD5XEk/IMG_1108_thumb2.jpg?imgmax=800" width="519" height="402"></a></p> <p align="center">old boys of malay college kuala kangsar in dubai – abg nizalman v90, my kay v96 and abg mushil v90 – thanks for coming!</p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"> <a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-Wu4ilNuSTCU/VSzs8K8BykI/AAAAAAAATlA/OmJRmfmSaQw/s1600-h/IMG_11091.jpg"><img title="IMG_1109" style="border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_1109" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-TtPyc97dpc8/VSzs9Iy4gXI/AAAAAAAATlI/5uLLd58ZoT4/IMG_1109_thumb1.jpg?imgmax=800" width="301" height="392"></a></p> <p align="center"> <a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-pFrALcmMwF8/VSzs96J_1AI/AAAAAAAATlQ/mbWGltJk6Js/s1600-h/IMG_11182.jpg"><img title="IMG_1118" style="border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_1118" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-mjBpaQ70XQU/VSzs-6-vTEI/AAAAAAAATlY/avqUgpOgO2Q/IMG_1118_thumb2.jpg?imgmax=800" width="517" height="401"></a></p> <p></p> <p align="center">thanks for coming guys <em>berbuka and terawih sini</em>! insyaAllah 2015 kami host lagi! hihi</p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center">* * *</p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="left">hadith Rasulullah SAW : ‘barangsiapa yg menjamu seorang yg berpuasa untuk berbuka puasa, maka perbuatan yg baik itu, menyebabkan ia di ampunkan dosanya dan menjadi penebus dirinya dari neraka dan ia pula mendapat pahala seperti pahala org yg berpuasa yg dijamunya itu, dgn tidak mengurangkan pahala org itu sedikit pun.”</p> <p align="left">insyaAllah. Allah knows best. salam ramadhan 2014.</p> Syigimhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16447869434446560906noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1911628769453997338.post-58028612392422313872014-06-28T10:10:00.000-07:002015-03-02T10:06:25.593-08:00Mango Fish Curry @ Kayaloram in Karama<p align="left">one thing about indian restaurants in dubai, most are rich in serving cuisines from all over india; north indian, and south indian, oh and wherever else! as a result, we get all this different kinds of briyani, all sorts of curry imaginable – indian cuisine is infinitely rich in flavours, texture and taste! amazing. and when we stumble upon kayaloram, we’re also spoilt for choice. what curry to eat with hot steamed rice?</p> <p align="left">kayaloram is near al-khazna center, karama. we were waiting for khaleef’s specs to be fixed nearby, grew hungry, and got into the first available indian restaurant. what a find. boasting ‘the real taste of kerala’, the food here is indeed delicious! </p> <p align="left"> </p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-hakcGSTPaHU/VPSmWq3VciI/AAAAAAAATeU/C_U1K3tMxTo/s1600-h/IMG_89267.jpg"><img title="IMG_8926" style="border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_8926" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-OHH8GoJkp_I/VPSmXwTEUPI/AAAAAAAATec/XGG7IbZ-hFw/IMG_8926_thumb3.jpg?imgmax=800" width="533" height="412"></a></p> <p align="center">mango in curry? whaaaat or wowwww?</p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-MW8GF69mdms/VPSmYpSv5DI/AAAAAAAATek/zHpRGI91jMY/s1600-h/IMG_89223.jpg"><img title="IMG_8922" style="border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_8922" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-JPgLC6apsI8/VPSmZ1r-FmI/AAAAAAAATes/vtWoVwLZvxU/IMG_8922_thumb1.jpg?imgmax=800" width="516" height="396"></a></p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center">* * *</p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-4bRL0Ctp7Ko/VPSmabLtjbI/AAAAAAAATe0/kHzPCvQsIVo/s1600-h/IMG_89213.jpg"><img title="IMG_8921" style="border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_8921" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-rZFxFz6elb0/VPSmbIOkvyI/AAAAAAAATe8/GUTdcHmEuLE/IMG_8921_thumb1.jpg?imgmax=800" width="497" height="381"></a></p> <p align="center">the interior is simple, but very clean and spacious. the staff were helpful and courteous; smartly dressed complete with head cover like shower caps. i would say, kayaloram presented itself very well.</p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-wsGitqRxOIE/VPSmcK7T0gI/AAAAAAAATfE/0f8xCkJGlXM/s1600-h/IMG_89204.jpg"><img title="IMG_8920" style="border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_8920" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/--PR83sFWLDY/VPSmczTv2wI/AAAAAAAATfM/R_0kVz6bG0s/IMG_8920_thumb2.jpg?imgmax=800" width="521" height="404"></a></p> <p align="center">khaleef enjoying his paratha.</p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"></p> <p align="center"></p> <p align="center"></p> <p align="center"></p> <p align="center"></p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-FNYQ2HhjPBk/VPSmdjTQp3I/AAAAAAAATfU/BNSUyqQRSfM/s1600-h/IMG_89243.jpg"><img title="IMG_8924" style="border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_8924" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-QNlXFebROJ8/VPSmeRO_-8I/AAAAAAAATfc/8K2PZ44vQZU/IMG_8924_thumb1.jpg?imgmax=800" width="365" height="476"></a></p> <p align="center">we tried the chicken corn soup, a very common soup available in any indian-chinese restaurants in dubai. this one is flavourful and freshly made. yummy!</p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"> <a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-JkTOXwChPPs/VPSmfNLikUI/AAAAAAAATfk/T54Acur5lFM/s1600-h/IMG_89183.jpg"><img title="IMG_8918" style="border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_8918" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-_Nk_8cxrgWs/VPSmf9WrLwI/AAAAAAAATfs/uyr0WmlZcCU/IMG_8918_thumb1.jpg?imgmax=800" width="353" height="460"></a></p> <p align="center">malaysians call it ‘roti canai’ but here in dubai, the same fluffy bread with crispy flakey texture is called ‘paratha or parotha’. at kayaloram, the paratha is deliciously fluffy; as good as you can get at ‘<a href="http://syigimsharif.blogspot.ae/2009/03/da-shi-dai-roti-canai-chicken-corn-soup.html">green city’</a> or ‘<a href="http://syigimsharif.blogspot.ae/2009/06/new-restaurant-new-baby-new-book.html">metro falcon’</a> – both a favorite paratha haunt for malaysians in dubai. my boys are great fans of paratha, but only my eldest khaleef eats it with spicy curry. kahfi and kazim preferred dipping their paratha in sugar.</p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"> <a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-7ZrBi7ukJ-0/VPSmhWFnK-I/AAAAAAAATf0/WhXw93FWDbc/s1600-h/IMG_89268.jpg"><img title="IMG_8926" style="border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_8926" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-Boj_umhXNqc/VPSmiTf4DGI/AAAAAAAATf8/C2FAZNKbIrQ/IMG_8926_thumb4.jpg?imgmax=800" width="470" height="361"></a> </p> <p align="center">now comes the star of the show – the ‘king fish mango curry’ with all its smell, flavour and color! i was skeptical at first; being the less adventurous foodie of the two, but mr khairul immediately loved it. love at first sip of the curry! i mean, mango FRUIT, in a savoury curry? it’s absurd (at least to me!) just like putting <em>nangka</em> in our <em>masak lemak cilli padi huhu</em>. but try it i did. it’s not drastically different in taste compared to the curries that i’ve had before, but with the mango in the curry, it does give the curry an extra kick of zest. overall, delicious with hot steamed rice!</p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"></p> <p align="center"></p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-6pHS9N0666I/VPSmjQOhZRI/AAAAAAAATgE/84LDimpYXr0/s1600-h/IMG_89283.jpg"><img title="IMG_8928" style="border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_8928" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-zdu0-3_CDnw/VPSmkK30_CI/AAAAAAAATgM/glaUuIHvToI/IMG_8928_thumb1.jpg?imgmax=800" width="468" height="359"></a></p> <p align="center">i wanted something other than fish, which is also NOT too spicy, so we got this crispy dry-fry chicken. absolutely tasty. crispy on the outside, juicy and tender on the inside. well-marinated.</p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"> <a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-lKrzIdYwWEo/VPSmk7vRLbI/AAAAAAAATgU/oXnzRaTpprg/s1600-h/IMG_89256.jpg"><img title="IMG_8925" style="border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_8925" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-wD9ngFiN3tk/VPSml80SecI/AAAAAAAATgc/bDcl9mjriWk/IMG_8925_thumb4.jpg?imgmax=800" width="461" height="354"></a> </p> <p align="center"></p> <p align="center"></p> <p align="center"></p> <p align="center"> complimentary plate of veggies.</p> <p> </p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-NxHWtdNOXJU/VPSmnDaWGVI/AAAAAAAATgk/--JScxh7Zgw/s1600-h/IMG_89236.jpg"><img title="IMG_8923" style="border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; float: none; margin-left: auto; display: block; border-top-width: 0px; margin-right: auto" border="0" alt="IMG_8923" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-0vDAXdvc_ds/VPSmnkFsjgI/AAAAAAAATgs/HI5HajMPJ9c/IMG_8923_thumb4.jpg?imgmax=800" width="476" height="375"></a> if you ever wanna try ‘the real taste of kerala’, head on to kayaloram in karama. i don’t know for sure whether it IS the REAL taste, but i can assure you that it is a great one. delicious! <em>semua sedap</em>!</p> Syigimhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16447869434446560906noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1911628769453997338.post-32461679624702283282014-06-24T05:56:00.000-07:002015-03-02T10:03:32.237-08:00Syigim’s Birthday : Aigner, Pizza & Cinnabon<p align="left">this is going to be a very short posting, with some pictures. oh, no biggie. it was just my birthday, got an awesome birthday present from my cookiedough, and a birthday pizza to top it all. <em>alhamdulillah</em>! </p> <p align="left"> </p> <p align="center"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj41d7XWTNJaLIYZf-Oxx23kWJfzJmFps3S1lXSuirbINrGynCGFuhXgwyzmHagYRdddD4GB2Z2Auur626UHm2TmUBj3b0jkOh3ZyLlNZfU-v8gGF4rOvzUzJuAf_yfdi2r5FoZUFqSFPs/s1600-h/IMG_08132.jpg"><img title="IMG_0813" style="border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_0813" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-e_9mXi2uY5M/VPSl3BWClWI/AAAAAAAATdc/DRIyt60AZ4g/IMG_0813_thumb2.jpg?imgmax=800" width="484" height="484"></a></p> <p align="center">with my birthday present. with love from my cookiedough.</p> <p align="left"> </p> <p align="left">mr. khairul couldn’t be there on my exact birthday as he was leaving for algeria. so the day before he left, we went the mall of emirates, and without warning he just walked into aigner. out of the blue he picked two items, and asked me to pick one that i like. it turned out that he had been scouting for a birthday present for me weeks ago and he already knew which one he wants to buy me. he narrowed it down to two, and ask me to choose. <em>best sangat</em>. it was an absolute surprise. thanks honey. i love it, and i love you!</p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center">* * *</p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-_l3WgYOojfs/VPSl34pw_tI/AAAAAAAATdk/17oE75yLvak/s1600-h/IMG_08491.jpg"><img title="IMG_0849" style="border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_0849" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh1Nh9UesH_eIGeZP5V0c3_dSaX_NEOsWMZAiOLd9cW2yleD6N5I5dIgHxO8TUh752J-h279qBhyCn8k5YekVSwN_u4MtZjRDWEccf74o9rrmaMGH0cN7GiQpD3VkL_2vpG_ny2C7hT0uI/?imgmax=800" width="363" height="473"></a> </p> <p align="center">bapak is out of town, but we’re still gonna celebrate! bought cinnabons – which ironically, i did not like haha. but my boys love it so much so i know i’ll be happy when they’re super happy to eat cinnabon. so <em>jadilah </em>cinnabon treat on my birthday!</p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"></p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-iYVA8z02vdE/VPSl6JFvmwI/AAAAAAAATd0/PJxeWjAeIyk/s1600-h/IMG_08481.jpg"><img title="IMG_0848" style="border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_0848" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-Gkdnt8qdVR0/VPSl69lqtUI/AAAAAAAATd8/ooP5ensH6mk/IMG_0848_thumb1.jpg?imgmax=800" width="364" height="474"></a></p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center">* * *</p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"> <a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-3z5ybZG9qIE/VPSl7rgDRDI/AAAAAAAATeE/fD1yU6GC1DE/s1600-h/IMG_08602.jpg"><img title="IMG_0860" style="border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_0860" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-ZgYpI2tIfbg/VPSl8sF_neI/AAAAAAAATeM/oncfOqB5DZE/IMG_0860_thumb2.jpg?imgmax=800" width="538" height="416"></a></p> <p align="center">my birthday pizza. JUST cheese. again, just the way my boys like it. <em>ni birthday mak ke birthday korang ni</em>. huhu. </p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="left">may Allah grant me many more years to see my boys grow up and achieve their dreams. more years to see them find the woman with whom they will spend the rest of their lives (so that i dont have to worry about them anymore hihi). more years to see my grandchildren, and to grow old with my honey cookiedough. more years to be your humble servant ya Allah. amin.</p> Syigimhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16447869434446560906noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1911628769453997338.post-51859349021394222292014-06-10T05:43:00.000-07:002015-02-24T01:23:26.635-08:00Bob’s Fish & Chips : Simply Tasty!<p align="left">a good plate of fish and chips needs no frills – just juicy freshly fried fish, crispy fat fries, and tangy tartar sauce. plain and simple. and that’s what bob’s fish & chips delivers! bob’s fish & chips is in dubai marina, opposite marina byblos hotel. you can clearly see BOB’S – can’t miss it!</p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-CmZu2Wka-Lw/VOxC0URhaII/AAAAAAAATX8/y-BxZeRJaW0/s1600-h/IMG_94033.jpg"><img title="IMG_9403" style="border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_9403" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-2LRmpY8rI0o/VOxC1JtoenI/AAAAAAAATYE/90oWHIJslcE/IMG_9403_thumb1.jpg?imgmax=800" width="531" height="407"></a> </p> <p align="center">i can eat this all day with bottomless tartar sauce! </p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="left">bob’s fish & chips is open from 8am and they have a spread of english breakfast like all kinds of omelette and such. bob’s fish & chips not only serve seafood, but they have others like lamb kebab and chicken burgers too. of course, for their main dishes, you can choose between black cod, dory, hammour, salmon or red snapper; shrimps and calamari too. wide choice! not too hungry? soups and salad are available too. </p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-6mASVEIyInk/VOxC2LxWdoI/AAAAAAAATYM/1-Wtxrnm4jE/s1600-h/IMG_94103.jpg"><img title="IMG_9410" style="border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_9410" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-Tevwq0_ga94/VOxC3MMc3NI/AAAAAAAATYU/x5BC55RHOXI/IMG_9410_thumb1.jpg?imgmax=800" width="375" height="488"></a></p> <p align="center">free valet parking and free wifi – plus point!</p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"></p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-QDuC6GBDJHo/VOxC4U0frPI/AAAAAAAATYc/uQ2OBNGRNJY/s1600-h/IMG_94093.jpg"><img title="IMG_9409" style="border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_9409" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-BIE11ahxsig/VOxC5DBPLvI/AAAAAAAATYk/hqNrXDAW1lY/IMG_9409_thumb1.jpg?imgmax=800" width="530" height="407"></a></p> <p align="center">it would be so pleasant to sit outside during dubai winter and enjoy the cool weather while eating hot fresh fish & chips! </p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgWND5vpnt5k629jIfS48u967L4ELflOdef0DK_5qlCT69SfsmKm3_AYgA4IoH6j2_v2mi0PIHsVzrEsEMYLhOWWmehkLOiTp2MoR0fdRTTn_g7dJJZa7JnqKlBE73MypKW1r2xvD_d9Os/s1600-h/IMG_94063.jpg"><img title="IMG_9406" style="border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_9406" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-PMmt7ky8jaI/VOxC7ZzsBgI/AAAAAAAATY0/5WFEF4BCg6M/IMG_9406_thumb1.jpg?imgmax=800" width="527" height="404"></a></p> <p align="center">simple and sweet decor. a comfy place to enjoy good ol fish & chips.</p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-4A9tInVqRro/VOxC8dAkIeI/AAAAAAAATY8/Oq4CVJfg5yU/s1600-h/IMG_94053.jpg"><img title="IMG_9405" style="border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_9405" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-YUjrFHfd6S8/VOxC9cDNQAI/AAAAAAAATZE/-R0g22WVBr8/IMG_9405_thumb1.jpg?imgmax=800" width="524" height="402"></a></p> <p align="center">i love the presentation! served in this quirky metal pan. love it!</p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-M5Fm9ALbbMI/VOxC-OQZ_rI/AAAAAAAATZM/TkWsB_bPyYI/s1600-h/IMG_94045.jpg"><img title="IMG_9404" style="border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_9404" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-RFu2QtFh6Nk/VOxC_PoPp-I/AAAAAAAATZU/wEYE4ngDprc/IMG_9404_thumb3.jpg?imgmax=800" width="538" height="421"></a></p> <p align="center">i took ‘hammour and chips’ – hammour fillet in crispy batter served with chips & tartar sauce. as good as can be! not too oily, the crisp batter is satisfying, the fish fresh and the tartar sauce deliciously tangy! i would come again!</p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"> <a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-3KPCS37FjHc/VOxC_y4DsBI/AAAAAAAATZc/VwpqNtm3juY/s1600-h/IMG_94024.jpg"><img title="IMG_9402" style="border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_9402" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-LZMvnqUsRGY/VOxDBE--8AI/AAAAAAAATZk/T9JyoJWe9hQ/IMG_9402_thumb2.jpg?imgmax=800" width="385" height="496"></a></p> <p align="center">mr khairul chose ‘grilled spicy fish fillet’ – marinated in bob’s chef’s secret spice, marinade and grilled to perfection. served with baked potato or mixed salad; and mr. khairul chose the baked potato. too pricey for a simple dish, but it’s tasty. most importantly, the fish tasted fresh!</p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"> <a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-Oveadz2S_FI/VOxDB3luuHI/AAAAAAAATZs/Wu3UEs1w05w/s1600-h/IMG_93993.jpg"><img title="IMG_9399" style="border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_9399" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-Y68jsqU9_wc/VOxDC7dWRgI/AAAAAAAATZ0/eBntWQB3oio/IMG_9399_thumb1.jpg?imgmax=800" width="378" height="493"></a></p> <p align="center">khaleef got himself the chicken burger. satisfying, as good as any simple chicken burger.</p> <p> </p> <p>opposite marina byblos, open from 8am to 4am! i’m thinking we can drop by for sahur during ramadhan!</p> Syigimhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16447869434446560906noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1911628769453997338.post-64939456005732692852014-06-05T05:46:00.000-07:002015-02-22T21:55:18.950-08:00Luqaimat @ Freej, Al-Barsha Mall<p>luqaimat is a traditional emirati dessert; delicious fried dough, crispy on the outside, and soft and fluffy on the inside. i absolute LOVE it! everytime i go to global village (which opens only few months yearly during winter) i will definitely look for that small kiosk with bedouin ladies sitting cross-legged on the floor, a hot wok of oil in front of her frying yummy luqaimat. one big-size of luqaimat, please! with silky sweet date syrup on top! <p>i love luqaimat so much! <p> <p><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-GZ4VXuxsmGM/VOrAo-UC1jI/AAAAAAAATWY/mlNXlkGQLKk/s1600-h/IMG_7963%25255B2%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_7963" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; border-bottom: 0px; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-left: 0px; display: block; margin-right: auto" border="0" alt="IMG_7963" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-SDdo34v3bZ8/VOrAp3FkthI/AAAAAAAATWg/en_gfDlxcp8/IMG_7963_thumb%25255B2%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="535" height="414"></a> <p> <p>upon suggestion from a dubai friend, i found out that there’s a shop in the food court of al-barsha mall called ‘freej’ or ‘fereej’ serving traditional emirati dishes, including my beloved luqaimat! pretty excited to get that information as 1) i don’t need to wait for winter to get a huge plate of luqaimat from the global village, and 2) it’s SO much nearer to my place than going all the way out to global village! </p> <p> </p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-7OCOJ7JcEWI/VOrAql7iZBI/AAAAAAAATWo/TtfZ1shgznM/s1600-h/IMG_7967%25255B1%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_7967" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline" border="0" alt="IMG_7967" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-yHgNHubaEUU/VOrArg3GjKI/AAAAAAAATWw/mo6TCwcGoGk/IMG_7967_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="379" height="494"></a></p> <p> <p>the menu is pretty extensive – with grills such as tikka and shish tawooq, and of course all sorts of rice dishes like briyani, mandi, madhbi and sorts. their appetizers are also very arab – halloumi (a kind of cheese), sambousk (<em>macam karipap kita</em>, filled with meat, spices or cheese!), baba ghannouj (a dip made from eggplant), labneh (rich, thick yoghurt), moutable and hummus. <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"></p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-Liq-_7CxXZA/VOrAsSYoCeI/AAAAAAAATW4/ZXweGBhhW_A/s1600-h/IMG_7966%25255B1%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_7966" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline" border="0" alt="IMG_7966" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-i3doOKP8fBs/VOrAtanCLBI/AAAAAAAATXA/WrcHnfsL2zg/IMG_7966_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="520" height="399"></a></p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center">* * *</p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"> <a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-E980v0noj5g/VOrAuEvcwOI/AAAAAAAATXI/RYwTGssPy10/s1600-h/IMG_7970%25255B1%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_7970" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline" border="0" alt="IMG_7970" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-6eQA5rndISs/VOrAvILbndI/AAAAAAAATXQ/PV6ETViq50s/IMG_7970_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="368" height="479"></a></p> <p align="center">my boys LOVE luqaimat as much as i do!</p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"> <a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-kxzGAAAnvCc/VOrAwIM3FUI/AAAAAAAATXY/183IrtPXkIg/s1600-h/IMG_7972%25255B1%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_7972" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline" border="0" alt="IMG_7972" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-9rIq8J-YEf4/VOrAw6bxtHI/AAAAAAAATXg/a2-BPEIjjkc/IMG_7972_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="493" height="378"></a></p> <p></p> <p> </p> <p>verdict : the luqaimat from the global village is SO MUCH BETTER because not only does it look more appealing in terms of color and consistency in size, it’s also fried perfectly – global village luqaimat is just right – thin crisp on the outside, and delicious fluffiness on the inside. however at freej, you can see from the pictures that it’s obviously over-fried which made it too crispy and oily. you can also see that it comes in various sizes; which should be fine but not as presentable as the ones fried by those wonderful <em>makcik</em> bedouin at global village.</p> <p>freej at al-barsha mall maybe closer to home, but i know now that luqaimat at global village is worth the wait, and the trip! but hey, if you wanna try out the rest of the arabic dishes in their menu, head on to the food court, level 1, al barsha mall, barsha 2.</p> Syigimhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16447869434446560906noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1911628769453997338.post-82127478117083285102014-06-02T12:48:00.000-07:002015-02-21T04:24:58.932-08:00My Little Graduate : Kahfi’s FS2 Convo<p align="left">congrats my little graduate! abcs 123 doremi. next yr welcome to UAE social studies and arabic! it’s my 2nd son’s 1st graduation day, and we’re making a big deal out of it! there were singing and dancing – the kids are just so adorable as always!</p> <p align="left"> </p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-vL6cFJz-XZ4/VOh4ralDgfI/AAAAAAAATTw/1hLrW1kIcn8/s1600-h/IMG_0117%25255B7%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_0117" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline" border="0" alt="IMG_0117" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-hu66o8LLGLE/VOh4uY3JMyI/AAAAAAAATT4/-oa-ODkhO94/IMG_0117_thumb%25255B5%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="385" height="501"></a></p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-4qzlQGWocOs/VOh4wmj31PI/AAAAAAAATUA/6FnYFKZ_NL4/s1600-h/IMG_0107%25255B4%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_0107" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline" border="0" alt="IMG_0107" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-SB4D_FMHNkQ/VOh4yPgW9CI/AAAAAAAATUI/A15ob_o92aM/IMG_0107_thumb%25255B2%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="567" height="439"></a></p> <p align="center">this is the small hall they have next to the classes, usually used for music class or short assembly. simple decor but still festive!</p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"> <a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-a-ZuI0ZOK5o/VOh4zqVlmMI/AAAAAAAATUQ/Od-RRGgQlx8/s1600-h/IMG_0131%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_0131" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline" border="0" alt="IMG_0131" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-EWmcyax98sk/VOh41RZzIgI/AAAAAAAATUY/YFULoRDWgi8/IMG_0131_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="371" height="483"></a></p> <p align="center">graduated at an arab country, so took a picture with a camel haha enjoy the rest of the post with pictures of kahfi and his fellow graduates!</p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"> <a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-SDbpp99S5XA/VOh423gBX8I/AAAAAAAATUg/B1WvvbLma8o/s1600-h/IMG_0173%25255B4%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_0173" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline" border="0" alt="IMG_0173" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-1cmnQ8C4wXE/VOh44EakZiI/AAAAAAAATUo/VGknGs0FA-U/IMG_0173_thumb%25255B2%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="574" height="444"></a></p> <p align="center"> <a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-XiOSinWMD58/VOh45SPSKvI/AAAAAAAATUw/oH2zQZEPFuw/s1600-h/IMG_0167%25255B6%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_0167" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline" border="0" alt="IMG_0167" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-Yh38rztHwWo/VOh466_1BzI/AAAAAAAATU4/1bX0Vb_-Iog/IMG_0167_thumb%25255B4%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="592" height="466"></a></p> <p align="center"> <a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/--woL3yc4Teo/VOh48A4qBsI/AAAAAAAATVA/V_NGIjXZ3wI/s1600-h/IMG_0166%25255B4%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_0166" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline" border="0" alt="IMG_0166" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-kwoLj3LWqF4/VOh49SA_kuI/AAAAAAAATVI/MObtQ8KOjjA/IMG_0166_thumb%25255B2%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="600" height="465"></a></p> <p align="center"> <a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-eZBRM1zcj84/VOh4-uQcLzI/AAAAAAAATVQ/NBpTAYD_lGg/s1600-h/IMG_0163%25255B4%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_0163" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline" border="0" alt="IMG_0163" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-rZbGNSg_Hpw/VOh4_0eYpCI/AAAAAAAATVY/-UuKoZxnjwI/IMG_0163_thumb%25255B2%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="603" height="467"></a></p> <p align="center"> </p> <p></p> <p></p> <p></p> <p></p> <p></p> <p></p> <p></p> <p></p> <p></p> <p></p> <p></p> <p></p> <p></p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-hg_606zQDPk/VOh5BUWQe6I/AAAAAAAATVg/p1cS1ZRq3W8/s1600-h/IMG_0126%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_0126" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline" border="0" alt="IMG_0126" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-ARkgquRdyDM/VOh5Cz07S3I/AAAAAAAATVo/9Xp2svVaI6w/IMG_0126_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="382" height="498"></a></p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-kQunhWcLWoI/VOh5ELHPNDI/AAAAAAAATVw/spYNnqGQrWI/s1600-h/IMG_0136%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_0136" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline" border="0" alt="IMG_0136" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-bU85yWz_sho/VOh5FhQzIXI/AAAAAAAATV4/I_Npcpu134A/IMG_0136_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="385" height="502"></a></p> <p></p> <p align="center">kahfi & his classmate muhammad. cute!</p> Syigimhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16447869434446560906noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1911628769453997338.post-24072508466592139622014-05-28T04:12:00.000-07:002015-02-20T11:42:31.255-08:00Sumo To Go @ JLT<p>sumo is one of our most favorite japanese restaurants in dubai. very affordable price with big servings and of course, delicious food and excellent service. sumo opened a new branch in JLT (jumeirah lake towers) but called it ‘sumo to go’ as it caters more to the nine-to-five crowd who might want to eat something easy to take away or just want a quick bite.</p> <p>click <a href="http://syigimsharif.blogspot.ae/2010/03/mr-khairul-enters-sumo.html">here</a> for our first time at sumo, and click <a href="http://syigimsharif.blogspot.ae/2011/11/sumo-japanese-food-town-center-jumeirah.html">here</a> to read about the pretty branch at jumeirah.</p> <p> </p> <p><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-pxv9GSzIWZY/VOeNj5g5P6I/AAAAAAAATSU/mqsy7qQxaZU/s1600-h/IMG_94463.jpg"><img title="IMG_9446" style="border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; float: none; margin-left: auto; display: block; border-top-width: 0px; margin-right: auto" border="0" alt="IMG_9446" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-erXRKGDAWqE/VOeNk_2W6dI/AAAAAAAATQU/9DH8mWEC7Ek/IMG_9446_thumb1.jpg?imgmax=800" width="510" height="391"></a></p> <p>so sumo to go is different than other sumo branches – it has a self-service counter to make your order, and food is served on plastic container for easy ‘take-away’. no frills, just good food.</p> <p><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-pxv9GSzIWZY/VOeNj5g5P6I/AAAAAAAATSc/p8Kpn3DiUA0/s1600-h/IMG_94462.jpg"></a> </p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-qZQOKGby9L0/VOeNnAAv2lI/AAAAAAAATQk/BVjHdRVcJN0/s1600-h/IMG_9450%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_9450" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline" border="0" alt="IMG_9450" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-l-tgL83o0kE/VOeNoRMYemI/AAAAAAAATQs/Scl9ZkSHKrQ/IMG_9450_thumb%25255B7%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="530" height="347"></a> </p> <p align="center">i got my usual favorite, the teriyaki chicken bento – charbroiled chicken glazed with sumo’s famous teriyaki sauce. the taste is consistently delicious in this small branch, however there’s something less satisfying dining in plastic containers rather than the bento box we’re so used to when we eat at other sumo branches. nothing to do with the taste – it’s just a feel. haha.</p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-DmoQ8rWKgHg/VOeNpH7iCvI/AAAAAAAATQ0/1eumaD5kvYk/s1600-h/IMG_9449%25255B1%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_9449" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline" border="0" alt="IMG_9449" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-sExTrjlZbs8/VOeNqC4OInI/AAAAAAAATQ8/lVIds-wMuFk/IMG_9449_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="520" height="399"></a></p> <p align="center">mr. khairul had HIS usual – the tempura bento; crispy shrimp tempura served with tempura soy sauce. also included is some chicken teriyaki too, and kimchi on the side.</p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"> <a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-G5FZV1732M4/VOeNq0kM7hI/AAAAAAAATRE/xbtWFfYIOTU/s1600-h/IMG_9455%25255B1%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_9455" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline" border="0" alt="IMG_9455" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-dz5-uz0-dSw/VOeNr7JnNaI/AAAAAAAATRM/cpTx2oXtPr0/IMG_9455_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="352" height="458"></a></p> <p align="center">my boys shared the usual order – the chicken katsu bento; breaded chicken cutlet served with sumo’s own tangy katsu sauce. crispy, juicy as always.</p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"> <a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-Yj94ecSiEHk/VOeNsivV_eI/AAAAAAAATRU/ClM6qZnkxDo/s1600-h/IMG_9454%25255B1%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_9454" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline" border="0" alt="IMG_9454" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-cJtWphcd4ME/VOeNtrUEidI/AAAAAAAATRc/qdFVFBhoFcw/IMG_9454_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="336" height="438"></a></p> <p align="center">the miso soup here is served in plastic containers like everything else, and i know it’s more than if it’s served in a small bowl!</p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"> <a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-IdN786oSbB4/VOeNuvtLcgI/AAAAAAAATRk/bGLniJYHg7Y/s1600-h/IMG_9452%25255B1%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_9452" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline" border="0" alt="IMG_9452" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-89CsPfqAGEc/VOeNvspclMI/AAAAAAAATRs/RDgUA9dap5M/IMG_9452_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="339" height="442"></a></p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center">* * *</p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"> <a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-7uamUuoyigo/VOeNwW6beWI/AAAAAAAATR0/0L8PKoW_3oM/s1600-h/IMG_9458%25255B1%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_9458" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline" border="0" alt="IMG_9458" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-CkHls797-AQ/VOeNxXS5eiI/AAAAAAAATR8/u0LxUwxV0X0/IMG_9458_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="356" height="356"></a></p> <p align="center">when we asked for extra plate – so pretty! hihi.</p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"> <a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-u2mvrRpkYaU/VOeNyeKz-aI/AAAAAAAATSE/wvAoQh6MdQM/s1600-h/IMG_9462%25255B1%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_9462" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline" border="0" alt="IMG_9462" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-Gf1chfqXo1s/VOeNzGfPPmI/AAAAAAAATSM/ps3KLR533SU/IMG_9462_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="540" height="414"></a></p> <p align="center">‘sumo to go’ is perfect for – well – people on the go, who wants food, to go! like i said, the quality of food is the same, but i think atmosphere-wise, we will stick to our favorite branch in dubai media city anytime we want a taste of japanese food from sumo. sumo in JLT (jumeirah lake towers) is at cluster C.</p> Syigimhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16447869434446560906noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1911628769453997338.post-38864663254087035392014-05-26T01:16:00.000-07:002015-02-18T10:58:50.358-08:00Seafood @ Aprons & Hammers With Old UIA Mate<p align="left">i love a good old fashioned fish and chips. no frills. just plain batter-fried fish & chunky fries, with extra tartar sauce. and when i know aprons & hammers is open near my place at the beach JBR, i set it as a reunion spot with an old friend from my university days. welcome to dubai, peeja!</p> <p align="left">aprons & hammers is a seafood restaurant at the beach JBR, amongst the cheesecake factory and burger place shake shack.</p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-zJd9JjqEkcI/VOTf0ZfYJ8I/AAAAAAAATMU/6UA4rJ3hdVQ/s1600-h/IMG_99323.jpg"><img title="IMG_9932" style="border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_9932" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-OL4gSeahZSA/VOTf2UL6YqI/AAAAAAAATMc/uIAOO71lsyI/IMG_9932_thumb1.jpg?imgmax=800" width="411" height="411"></a> </p> <p align="center">we havent seen each other since forever! she’s still the same bubbly peeja i know from back then. it was easy to fall back into conversation with her as we both so talkative! haha. another friend of ours iky and syaz joined later. peeja had known the couple since way back, and i knew them while living in dubai. small world, eh!</p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-_neTeKeEKmA/VOTf4Q1u0TI/AAAAAAAATMk/mLu9k0-YiEg/s1600-h/IMG_98993.jpg"><img title="IMG_9899" style="border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_9899" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-OD2huuom4JM/VOTf6ek-qiI/AAAAAAAATMs/pe2d9KTXSRs/IMG_9899_thumb1.jpg?imgmax=800" width="401" height="523"></a> </p> <p align="center">eating outside would be so awesome with the sea view, and fresh air – but we wanted a cosy space indoor.</p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-O7V9uh5r7lw/VOTf73Ye4bI/AAAAAAAATM0/UKCN4BWXn8k/s1600-h/IMG_99023.jpg"><img title="IMG_9902" style="border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_9902" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-jcjzLqvdTyg/VOTf-Hw5LGI/AAAAAAAATM8/0PV363KreZ0/IMG_9902_thumb1.jpg?imgmax=800" width="398" height="519"></a></p> <p align="center">funny peeja – cant decide what to eat! the were wide range of seafood dishes to choose from – fish, shrimp, clams, even soups and salad – take your pick! there’s even paella – the spanish dish comprised of fried rice and a spread of seafood all together in a big plate.</p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"> <a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-uwuc_hV5XBc/VOTgDnwuZDI/AAAAAAAATNE/NsfTUYTIADQ/s1600-h/IMG_99093.jpg"><img title="IMG_9909" style="border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_9909" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-j_8efewR7yU/VOTgFlD50AI/AAAAAAAATNM/e_pGlCYqk9s/IMG_9909_thumb1.jpg?imgmax=800" width="215" height="279"></a><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-tA4snUkkgTA/VOTgHyQio7I/AAAAAAAATNU/z3xrS6KCt6U/s1600-h/IMG_99104.jpg"><img title="IMG_9910" style="border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_9910" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-xqxzY4vVuzE/VOTgMUz1iaI/AAAAAAAATNc/RSjyVeUwX2g/IMG_9910_thumb2.jpg?imgmax=800" width="213" height="272"></a></p> <p align="center">oh i cant over how cute the name of the restaurant is – aprons & hammers. aprons coz when you eat lobster you’ll get comot. and hammers coz you need them when you pound your way into that juicy, succulent crab flesh! thus, aprons & hammers! there were even wooden hammers available on each table that looked more like a judge’s gavel used in court! haha.</p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-bo9-4ra0zPg/VOTgOxRrzII/AAAAAAAATNk/mgDYuFjjB2g/s1600-h/IMG_99052.jpg"><img title="IMG_9905" style="border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_9905" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-Dz1R6LtbIhw/VOTgSVdENwI/AAAAAAAATNs/NTdQ-0oXZD4/IMG_9905_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="184" height="244"></a> <a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-HdAjbCiWRqA/VOTgXPl-6AI/AAAAAAAATN0/2O3PQnWuReY/s1600-h/IMG_99063.jpg"><img title="IMG_9906" style="border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_9906" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-6Fcog0y5HWw/VOTgZaCqLZI/AAAAAAAATN8/OvA2uHaeqjA/IMG_9906_thumb1.jpg?imgmax=800" width="312" height="240"></a></p> <p align="center">i also love the decor – so youthful and fun! with visible light bulbs against a backdrop of greeneries flowing from above, all across one of the walls. somewhat a refreshing feel.</p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-stD5KQezdzM/VOTga9J05GI/AAAAAAAATOE/qP0EWP_xrck/s1600-h/IMG_99273.jpg"><img title="IMG_9927" style="border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_9927" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-W1kJlL89fWI/VOTgcljBJLI/AAAAAAAATOM/YPAm5OKUluw/IMG_9927_thumb1.jpg?imgmax=800" width="535" height="411"></a></p> <p align="center">bro joy, peeja’s hubby the one cool dude and their adorable son feroz. too cheeky for words! notice the drinks station at the back, built to look like a makeshift container, ready to be shipped somewhere. raw and cool!</p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-XNk4u_Ld-lc/VOTgeeLbzlI/AAAAAAAATOU/T0I5j2qdjqo/s1600-h/IMG_99354.jpg"><img title="IMG_9935" style="border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_9935" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-VKUVgb6j6Ls/VOTggbeqrgI/AAAAAAAATOc/t6rA2t7UvYM/IMG_9935_thumb2.jpg?imgmax=800" width="543" height="420"></a></p> <p align="center">love the haphazard arrangement of the planks on the wall, with no apparent pattern. this would freak out those hardcore OCDs! but i love it! i would want it on my kitchen wall or something.</p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center">* * *</p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"> <a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-4ZBWxZKgbT4/VOTgjQfQXaI/AAAAAAAATOk/z56KW3OvqRw/s1600-h/IMG_99163.jpg"><img title="IMG_9916" style="border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_9916" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-n4Xmq7CCfTo/VOTglGrzH5I/AAAAAAAATOs/PM75WSfgXag/IMG_9916_thumb1.jpg?imgmax=800" width="368" height="480"></a></p> <p align="center">as usual, open our appetite with hot fresh buns. some people will look at this ‘one eye only’ hahaha but i LOVE complimentary breads! the BEST complimentary buns and bread i’ve ever eaten is at cheesecake factory. just gobble up and finish the black-colored bun – it’s SO good!</p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"> <a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-cxbtWLsoGs0/VOTgmstMSsI/AAAAAAAATO0/sVzYicx6VTI/s1600-h/IMG_99173.jpg"><img title="IMG_9917" style="border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_9917" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-Log7exts8LE/VOTgoSlNZsI/AAAAAAAATO8/8arFngSEG1Q/IMG_9917_thumb1.jpg?imgmax=800" width="535" height="411"></a></p> <p align="center">little feroz love fried calamari, so mummy peeja ordered this big plate. so take note that the portion is quite big so if you’re not too hungry or just looking for a light snack, this could be it! it’s classic crispy calamari, a big heap of tasty hand-breaded calamari with a tantalizing tartar sauce. i love fried calamari too, and these are freshly friend and SO good! not rubbery at all! </p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"> <a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-x1l5lQbXvhQ/VOTgpxgTzKI/AAAAAAAATPE/vLd-dIHQcb4/s1600-h/IMG_99184.jpg"><img title="IMG_9918" style="border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_9918" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-qAy24sQK7PM/VOTgsyVMz9I/AAAAAAAATPM/ZYfmrnliJTE/IMG_9918_thumb2.jpg?imgmax=800" width="542" height="420"></a></p> <p align="center">i took this good ol plate of gov’s fish & chips – fried in a classic batter, served with fried and tartar sauce. what can go wrong? fish too oily? batter too crumbly? nope. fish & chips at aprons & hammers is delicious! i personally prefer the batter rather than the bread-crumbs fish so this one is really satisfying! again, the portion is considerably huge so you can opt to share.</p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"> <a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-9oNWbsQ6V5k/VOTgvjWtwbI/AAAAAAAATPU/uO2Q-7yz6TU/s1600-h/IMG_99343.jpg"><img title="IMG_9934" style="border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_9934" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-6vS_ynPcAus/VOTgxO-jcVI/AAAAAAAATPc/E51zehY0MQk/IMG_9934_thumb1.jpg?imgmax=800" width="385" height="502"></a></p> <p align="center">this is miami sunset fish fillet – dusted in crispy bread flakes; tender and crunchy on the outside. served with fries but bro joy opted for rice instead. sometimes you just cant take the rice out of someone's diet! hihi</p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"> <a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-mYVwqQru1x0/VOTgzIHVWQI/AAAAAAAATPk/X88PgIj9k20/s1600-h/IMG_99374.jpg"><img title="IMG_9937" style="border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_9937" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-oyEt90NLXEc/VOTg01R4WqI/AAAAAAAATPs/iJwVFQogjD0/IMG_9937_thumb2.jpg?imgmax=800" width="535" height="415"></a> </p> <p align="center">and this glorious sight is the shrimp bucket. enough said. i don’t really like shrimps (except for tempura) but this bucket looks so tempting!</p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-VLfQ3uNRu7E/VOTg3ZA3HhI/AAAAAAAATP0/mgCWik0zECc/s1600-h/IMG_99393.jpg"><img title="IMG_9939" style="border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_9939" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-qweoayWanhk/VOTg5icPBnI/AAAAAAAATP8/dLdwBu8nq6E/IMG_9939_thumb1.jpg?imgmax=800" width="332" height="433"></a></p> <p align="center">old friends & new friends. *hugs*</p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="left">aprons & hammers is a rockin place to enjoy your favorite seafood with a wide selection of yummies to pick from. you can sit outside for the sea view and really take on the whole experience of munching shrimps or hammering crabs in front of the beach. otherwise, enjoy the cool decor and interior. best of all, not only is the food so delicious, but the large portion makes me so happy to come back for another seafood get together! </p> <p>aprons & hammers. the beach, JBR!</p> Syigimhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16447869434446560906noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1911628769453997338.post-5150595787111125852014-05-11T22:37:00.000-07:002015-02-17T23:50:09.273-08:00Pirate Adventure Maths Day @ Kahfi’s School<p align="left">i applaud the school’s initiative to create fun themes when they organize english day or science day – and the did a good job having a pirate-themed maths day at school. i can see the kids totally enjoyed dressing up like pirates, holding their own treasure box with stuff inside to count! </p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-WyCO60iPuhI/VOQr_ZT7OLI/AAAAAAAATHU/9n0zUvO5egI/s1600-h/IMG_9308%25255B4%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_9308" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline" border="0" alt="IMG_9308" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-eMHCPzJFbg4/VOQsATiAmtI/AAAAAAAATHc/85uvyiFOc4w/IMG_9308_thumb%25255B2%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="435" height="562"></a></p> <p align="center">my little pirate kahfi. the pants has holes on the knees, so i just cut them off, and cut frills below the pants to give him the tattered pirate look! tie up my pashmina around his waist and voila! captain jack ‘kahfi’ sparrow! left the eye patch and parrot on the shoulder though!</p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-MRF9VTgIgFQ/VOQsBLHRF9I/AAAAAAAATHk/L9_LR3OsLqg/s1600-h/IMG_9304%25255B2%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_9304" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline" border="0" alt="IMG_9304" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-FjD0__TJ4I4/VOQsBrstriI/AAAAAAAATHs/ffWD_1rd7P4/IMG_9304_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-qcYikILw3uI/VOQsCcMjdHI/AAAAAAAATH0/MGScjCqjOSs/s1600-h/IMG_9306%25255B2%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_9306" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline" border="0" alt="IMG_9306" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-iBabk2OWYZM/VOQsDPUrn2I/AAAAAAAATH8/jWwftIAZk7o/IMG_9306_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a></p> <p align="center">i made him his treasure box, and printed out a few ‘money’ and also threw in some gold candy wrappers! looks authentic <em>la kan</em> haha.</p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"> <a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-mowW73n2ESM/VOQsD-vOSNI/AAAAAAAATIE/tXPNDtu_PtQ/s1600-h/IMG_9332%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_9332" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline" border="0" alt="IMG_9332" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-oCQ_WlGAwhI/VOQsEvDhDWI/AAAAAAAATIM/ZxWbUR5HbFo/IMG_9332_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="545" height="418"></a></p> <p align="center">i brought kazim along as the maths activities can certainly appeal to him too. there were many ‘stations’ all around the school, and each station addressed different types of maths problem – add and subtract, counting, puzzles and money transactions. i love it! parents can guide the children to various stations and play along with them. so no particular station was ever crowded and every activities went smoothly.</p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"> <a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-28R6BjBWwbY/VOQsFTVXZzI/AAAAAAAATIU/DHaGJfzIX3Q/s1600-h/IMG_9340%25255B2%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_9340" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline" border="0" alt="IMG_9340" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-GOEoQITkLD8/VOQsGcn2goI/AAAAAAAATIc/KuoJY3Moyh8/IMG_9340_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="184" height="244"></a> <a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-OhSM9xXMSXE/VOQsHNF7YmI/AAAAAAAATIk/jjjX7TsxDcY/s1600-h/IMG_9336%25255B4%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_9336" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline" border="0" alt="IMG_9336" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-zWRHJ9Wysmo/VOQsIJCWc2I/AAAAAAAATIs/ofeEAKmRWN8/IMG_9336_thumb%25255B2%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="304" height="237"></a></p> <p align="center">owh the boys had fun with this one – making pizza! count the number of pepperoni (red), cheese (yellow) or veggie (green) that you need, and then use glue to stick them on your pizza! (what’’s the blue color for i wonder?)</p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-849eEsZQj5w/VOQsI4ymodI/AAAAAAAATI0/Nvo4llZFQ3I/s1600-h/IMG_9344%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_9344" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline" border="0" alt="IMG_9344" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-zpzzur3hEaU/VOQsJybmNtI/AAAAAAAATI8/DHbFOcSbJog/IMG_9344_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="218" height="284"></a> <a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-BLc8NQs8Q5A/VOQsKk7zNFI/AAAAAAAATJE/1vZ9ICKyGYk/s1600-h/IMG_9345%25255B4%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_9345" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline" border="0" alt="IMG_9345" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-YAvhm65OKg8/VOQsLk266dI/AAAAAAAATJM/c3g07FyWa3s/IMG_9345_thumb%25255B2%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="221" height="283"></a></p> <p align="center">‘how many legs do two beetles have?’ is just one of the many questions printed on a laminated card on the table. most stations have these cards that students can read by themselves and try to figure out. it’s fun!</p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"> <a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-0jkBV6AtpNo/VOQsMe8Y-UI/AAAAAAAATJU/tult8HEJdIM/s1600-h/IMG_9360%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_9360" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline" border="0" alt="IMG_9360" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-KbJFCtB3xdE/VOQsNfcoT2I/AAAAAAAATJc/qEKgatMeAGM/IMG_9360_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="404" height="527"></a></p> <p align="center">how many beads do you need for a 20cm string?</p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"> <a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-RsekC1SOsTo/VOQsOFel0OI/AAAAAAAATJg/O0gKva2pH8U/s1600-h/IMG_9368%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_9368" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline" border="0" alt="IMG_9368" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-4kWq-LvUNdw/VOQsOivutAI/AAAAAAAATJs/l7LHNwDYcZQ/IMG_9368_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="220" height="286"></a> <a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-Bo3uTfS_7Ck/VOQsPVyoR5I/AAAAAAAATJ0/V7EJoqSxy-s/s1600-h/IMG_9371%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_9371" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline" border="0" alt="IMG_9371" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-7H-OP80S4C4/VOQsQR5SydI/AAAAAAAATJ8/4XG92Idlxg0/IMG_9371_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="220" height="286"></a></p> <p align="center">there was a puzzle station too. time yourself and see how fast you can complete the puzzle! kazim loves puzzle and he’s quite fast. he can concentrate well and just do the job. kahfi…haha kahfi is a bit impatient when it comes to puzzle. once stumped and unable to find a fitting piece he would just call it a day!</p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"> <a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-ZNyNd9qdIbI/VOQsRnh_GqI/AAAAAAAATKE/CxdZPuutAv0/s1600-h/IMG_9375%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_9375" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline" border="0" alt="IMG_9375" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-CFDTYs3KSXI/VOQsSoODDbI/AAAAAAAATKM/xtyErU4XEWg/IMG_9375_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="410" height="534"></a></p> <p align="center">‘how long did you take to finish the puzzle?’ and even a sand timer is set on the table to keep you on your toes!</p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"> <a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-1xdZHP2Kvx4/VOQsTpvaP_I/AAAAAAAATKU/lt7TOEE49lk/s1600-h/IMG_9378%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_9378" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline" border="0" alt="IMG_9378" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-KLVDATd_2GA/VOQsUioyyhI/AAAAAAAATKc/uPYUNoaUVBo/IMG_9378_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="489" height="375"></a></p> <p align="center">do you wanna make a pirate hat? kids learn to follow instructions, step by step.</p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"> <a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-YnJcPaLTmwY/VOQsVLIf4_I/AAAAAAAATKk/MYeyNqeZiLg/s1600-h/IMG_9382%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_9382" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline" border="0" alt="IMG_9382" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-JGm_DqZetSQ/VOQsWCGcNyI/AAAAAAAATKs/vlwQx0kFzPY/IMG_9382_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="493" height="378"></a></p> <p align="center">my little pirates. kazim was not too happy with his pirate hat because it’s just made of folded newspaper. haha.</p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"> <a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-BTCuH4ojhrQ/VOQsWuWIucI/AAAAAAAATKw/r-PbwdH8ZDk/s1600-h/IMG_9388%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_9388" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline" border="0" alt="IMG_9388" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-K3C3hPvP-so/VOREKvRb2FI/AAAAAAAATLM/9Fqe1SdriKM/IMG_9388_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="383" height="499"></a> </p> <p align="center"></p> <p align="center"></p> <p align="center"></p> <p align="center"></p> <p align="center"></p> <p align="center"></p> <p align="center"></p> <p align="center"></p> <p align="center"></p> <p align="center"></p> <p align="center"></p> <p align="center"></p> <p align="center"></p> <p align="center"></p> <p align="center"></p> <p align="center"></p> <p align="center"></p> <p align="center"></p> <p align="center"></p> <p align="center"></p> <p align="center"></p> <p align="center">the end of pirate adventure maths day. we had fun! next maths day, lets do a business theme for kids dress up in little suit and tie, and three-piece suits for the girls. gonna be adorable!</p> Syigimhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16447869434446560906noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1911628769453997338.post-68393522566147157332014-05-10T13:53:00.000-07:002015-02-17T21:28:40.900-08:00Mother’s Day @ The Counter : Build Your Own Burger!<p align="left">there’s a new burger place in walking distance at the beach JBR (jumeirah beach residences), and what better day to try it out than on mother’s day? thanks so much honey cookiedough for the delicious treat. if you feel i deserve it, it’s just because i have your help in my journey through motherhood. love always! </p> <p align="left">the counter is closer to the cinema, the same row as menchie’s and eggspectation.</p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-UKp2iy9vr74/VOQi0eb21gI/AAAAAAAATE8/MtNk-PLG1Ts/s1600-h/IMG_92673.jpg"><img title="IMG_9267" style="border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_9267" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-ShoUaiz1iVA/VOQi1KR_58I/AAAAAAAATFE/GuZjmNfcYWI/IMG_9267_thumb1.jpg?imgmax=800" width="574" height="440"></a></p> <p align="center">my love and life. 3 superkids to call me Mak, and a sexy sidekick by my side through it all. mwah!</p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"> <a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-0uWYdEbQQsE/VOQi2CgQPaI/AAAAAAAATFM/GnTZZT15xkk/s1600-h/IMG_92433.jpg"><img title="IMG_9243" style="border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_9243" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-XBt2nJsVDk0/VOQi2y8xnHI/AAAAAAAATFU/xW02GLcFck4/IMG_9243_thumb1.jpg?imgmax=800" width="400" height="521"></a></p> <p align="center">i was given a straightforward form to fill in – no frills, just a long list and little boxes to tick in. what kind of toppings i would like? what kind of bun i would want my burger on? preferred sauce? and most baffling of all – which cheese? cheese i’ve never even heard of like sharp provolone, smoked gouda, or tillamook cheddar whaaaaat?! to the usual ones like mozzarella, swiss cheese or blue cheese. just pick one CHEESE!</p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-3YviHcc8svo/VOQi3ptsVaI/AAAAAAAATFc/SgqW-euKk_M/s1600-h/IMG_9216%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_9216" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline" border="0" alt="IMG_9216" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-NAZZvXHfiVQ/VOQi4eL4GcI/AAAAAAAATFk/i-7HI-cAOB4/IMG_9216_thumb%25255B2%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="405" height="502"></a></p> <p align="center"><em>tekun mengisi borang macam nak apply keja</em>. huhu. and we were dining outside with the view of a small part of JBR.</p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"> <a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-BDQF-fphuXk/VOQi5EVRo4I/AAAAAAAATFs/ceuOCz18pGQ/s1600-h/IMG_92203.jpg"><img title="IMG_9220" style="border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_9220" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-eOPnfogvpF8/VOQi6LkO4sI/AAAAAAAATF0/cq1XnpsyF8c/IMG_9220_thumb1.jpg?imgmax=800" width="528" height="405"></a></p> <p align="center">kids get a placemat with activities. always a saviour.</p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-pF3XcNLM4lE/VOQi6psslZI/AAAAAAAATF8/UA7P-ePg8sA/s1600-h/IMG_92475.jpg"><img title="IMG_9247" style="border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_9247" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-4WZpQ-DbNjs/VOQi7sNKiEI/AAAAAAAATGE/_X3Cz35T01I/IMG_9247_thumb3.jpg?imgmax=800" width="533" height="416"></a></p> <p align="center">the form that i need to fill was even presented on a clip board! btw, burger on an english muffin? and 24 different sauces? wow! and peanut sauce?</p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"> <a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-Qx4xOg-0Gz8/VOQi8bfX-pI/AAAAAAAATGM/AoJuku2VXxM/s1600-h/IMG_92523.jpg"><img title="IMG_9252" style="border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_9252" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-l3qDvqI4FX0/VOQi9LiuAPI/AAAAAAAATGU/-_1BZSrmVGk/IMG_9252_thumb1.jpg?imgmax=800" width="385" height="502"></a></p> <p align="center">cute little pencils available at the table to fill in the form</p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center">* * *</p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-MyEfx8ge6D4/VOQi9mWL5jI/AAAAAAAATGc/AeHZu3NSpWU/s1600-h/IMG_92643.jpg"><img title="IMG_9264" style="border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_9264" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-xYwGYWFOsig/VOQi-ienD1I/AAAAAAAATGk/Di5xChd5Fms/IMG_9264_thumb1.jpg?imgmax=800" width="530" height="407"></a></p> <p align="center"> <a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-K29OiLJ3pDA/VOQi_DHiz2I/AAAAAAAATGs/zn2Duju_vYU/s1600-h/IMG_92665.jpg"><img title="IMG_9266" style="border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_9266" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-igHV_pEdPW0/VOQjADQO8-I/AAAAAAAATG0/ex_4_OWuFtI/IMG_9266_thumb3.jpg?imgmax=800" width="537" height="420"></a></p> <p align="center">and after contemplating so long, THIS was the result! my juicy 1/3 beef burger with tillamook cheddar, organic mixed greens, segedabak avocado, and basil pesto sauce on the side. i must say that while the concept of building your own burger is very attractive, and all the ingredients are fairly fresh – i was not too wow-ed by the taste of the burger patty. it was just plain. tasty, yeah sure but no wow factor. for me, it tasted like any frozen beef burger i can buy from geant. pity.</p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"> <a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-Ne6pvzGSKJY/VOQjA-51j0I/AAAAAAAATG4/Gv_UpFTrYrM/s1600-h/IMG_92693.jpg"><img title="IMG_9269" style="border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_9269" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-0Nwhn-nqKZU/VOQjBd8O27I/AAAAAAAATHE/-vI_P_RMkkw/IMG_9269_thumb1.jpg?imgmax=800" width="386" height="503"></a> </p> <p align="center">apart from the built-your-own-burger bit, they also have burgers in their menu that has already been assembled! mr khairul opted for a simple one – beef burger on brioche style bun, with crispy onion strings, lettuce blend, sautéed mushroom, provolene cheese, ripened red tomatoes and sun-dried tomatoes vinaigrette. he too found the taste of his burger ‘regular’. it’s simply – OK.</p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center">* * *</p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="left">at the end of our experience at the counter JBR, we feel that it’s all anti-climax. well, yes the staff were courteous and helpful. yes the concept is so inviting when you know you can build your own burger; picking only the stuff that YOU like. and oh yes the burger looks juicy with fresh ingredients – but after a bite, it’s JUST ok. it’s a good burger, but there are others much better! in terms of tasty burger patty, burger fuel is still my number one pick. to me burger fuel has the best tasting burger patty! click <a href="http://syigimsharif.blogspot.ae/2011/12/monster-burger-fuel-jbr.html">here</a> to read about my first taste of burger fuel!</p> <p align="left">but for a burger-freak, a regular burger is still a yummy experience for my tummy, so thanks again honey cookiedough for this mother’s day dine out. i literally couldn’t have done it (and the kids) without you! nyeh nyeh.</p> Syigimhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16447869434446560906noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1911628769453997338.post-26787202968066326342014-05-09T02:09:00.000-07:002015-02-18T01:11:56.102-08:00New Wallpaper at Bait Al Karam Mandi Restaurant<p>this is one of mr khairul’s favorite mandi places to get madfoon meat mandi. absolutely delicious and juicy. we always frequent this restaurant in discovery gardens because it’s the closest place to get mandi rice from our home. i’m happy to report that they revamped the place and now it looks so wonderful and more authentically yemeni!</p> <p>click <a href="http://syigimsharif.blogspot.ae/2013/04/best-madfoon-meat-with-mandi-rice-bait.html">here</a> to read my first review of the bait al karam mandi restaurant, and see the difference on their wall!</p> <p> </p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-AgUgeT10QIc/VOOlqHDNksI/AAAAAAAATDk/xDflqhcxTvk/s1600-h/IMG_9185%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_9185" style="border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_9185" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-WmPFGjHyHkQ/VOOlrNC-n8I/AAAAAAAATDs/uOoJN0CuRiM/IMG_9185_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="520" height="399"></a></p> <p align="center">they added a beautiful wallpaper on the wall depicting sana’a, the capital of yemen. notice the unique identity of yemeni architecture – brown building blocks with white borders. simply beautiful. almost like gingerbread cookies with sugar lining.</p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-IR_T05Hd9Xs/VOOlsIrh3mI/AAAAAAAATD0/HV-XMPpWRPI/s1600-h/IMG_9187%25255B5%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_9187" style="border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_9187" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-KE1J4ZnQuqE/VOOltOw4pFI/AAAAAAAATD8/kCPmCX--MSs/IMG_9187_thumb%25255B3%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="402" height="515"></a></p> <p align="center"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiKFIroKLV9PcsXnePb3ok6M350BZFNT9Ks3RWS76xaBEWjXBCgKGQCjHTOP4Tj24K_mwg-uW0uidilzaZcUou813BEa7aHhAL62ljMCkHGhbYm1p4__5VXXgcd2UekA0v5X3YNBdc5uio/s1600-h/IMG_9189%25255B4%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_9189" style="border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_9189" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-ntbyUIyhKOM/VOOlu1hibrI/AAAAAAAATEM/gZFIIWdsCsI/IMG_9189_thumb%25255B2%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="397" height="513"></a> </p> <p align="center"> <a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-E3PGWVYnvVg/VOOlvubVmEI/AAAAAAAATEU/loDgs0zNLCE/s1600-h/IMG_9192%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_9192" style="border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_9192" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-hibV14rOt6o/VOOlwi7CajI/AAAAAAAATEc/z17_NrD41Io/IMG_9192_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="400" height="521"></a></p> <p align="center">sigh. yemen is so beautiful. the birth place of my favorite mandi rice. it has got character. lucky mr khairul. he has been there a few times already! may Allah protect this beautiful historical nation!</p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-JqK2okG8Qko/VORXQnmYOzI/AAAAAAAATLc/OpLSmQomoEA/s1600-h/BLACKBERRYMARCH2013%252520k%252520385%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="BLACKBERRYMARCH2013 k 385" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline" border="0" alt="BLACKBERRYMARCH2013 k 385" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-sHHLYpVJVuw/VORXR_HN8dI/AAAAAAAATLk/Ba75eejoxgk/BLACKBERRYMARCH2013%252520k%252520385_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="402" height="524"></a> </p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-NFN9NjsVZjk/VORXS2Uf_QI/AAAAAAAATLs/L4NOUAS76As/s1600-h/BLACKBERRYMARCH2013%252520k%252520389%25255B4%25255D.jpg"><img title="BLACKBERRYMARCH2013 k 389" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline" border="0" alt="BLACKBERRYMARCH2013 k 389" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-Bpr-1wnHCTA/VORXUIJEK-I/AAAAAAAATL0/Xdw6klaXlFc/BLACKBERRYMARCH2013%252520k%252520389_thumb%25255B2%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="409" height="528"></a></p> <p align="center">just look at that adorable building with red bricks and white borders! like a doll house! taken during one of mr khairul’s trip to yemen in 2013.</p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"> <a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-LimcxwamY-0/VORXVOKaVjI/AAAAAAAATL8/9T7iq5kC5lE/s1600-h/BLACKBERRYMARCH2013%252520k%252520421%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="BLACKBERRYMARCH2013 k 421" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline" border="0" alt="BLACKBERRYMARCH2013 k 421" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-ell9o6dBwuo/VORXWd_BESI/AAAAAAAATME/OBsDVClmS50/BLACKBERRYMARCH2013%252520k%252520421_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="558" height="428"></a> </p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center">* * *</p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"> <a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-yJlD0jdd4Cs/VOOlxemWh1I/AAAAAAAATEk/vAOhzGVy5tI/s1600-h/IMG_9194%25255B5%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_9194" style="border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_9194" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-IpDCTCHUAeM/VOOlyU5SWlI/AAAAAAAATEs/XvS1TgKvNkE/IMG_9194_thumb%25255B3%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="546" height="419"></a> </p> <p align="center"></p> <p align="center"></p> <p align="center"></p> <p align="center"></p> <p align="center"></p> <p></p> <p align="center">the wall decor changed, but the food is as good as always, and the staff there are always so friendly and helpful. bait al karam remains our favorite haunt for mandi rice in the discovery gardens area!</p> Syigimhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16447869434446560906noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1911628769453997338.post-46676316688972657642014-05-08T00:48:00.000-07:002015-02-17T08:34:06.100-08:00Tourism Malaysia Event @ Dubai with Tourism Minister Dato' Seri Nazri Aziz<p align="left">when you live overseas away from <em>kampung halaman malaysia tercinta</em>, any malaysia-themed event is exciting. the crowd, the feel and especially the food! ‘celebrating 1malaysia truly asia’ is the tagline, an event organized by tourism malaysia in dubai, promoting our beautiful nation to the eyes (and pockets) of the arabs! kihkih.</p> <p align="left">i was so ready for the food and the song and dance! </p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-AkOJ3HLlveU/VONrLH_UXmI/AAAAAAAAS_c/ZWW3npIUkHI/s1600-h/IMG_89923.jpg"><img title="IMG_8992" style="border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_8992" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-npSga5jk4mU/VONrMD1cfpI/AAAAAAAAS_k/myEjlvQ-dTo/IMG_8992_thumb1.jpg?imgmax=800" width="417" height="544"></a> </p> <p align="center">me in <em>batik sarong selempang</em> across my chest and mr khairul in <em>batik sarong</em> folded like a <em>tanjak</em>. i think he looks so adorably <em>pahlawan</em>-like. well, <em>pahlawan </em>in a suit! we didn’t come like that – everyone who came for the event got these complimentary <em>batik</em>! with only one rule – you must wear them like this! haha.</p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-27ztWaXMI4I/VONrM1A5LuI/AAAAAAAAS_s/nH50u-8bLWI/s1600-h/IMG_89893.jpg"><img title="IMG_8989" style="border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_8989" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-vAs1gFAgu-I/VONrNl45CiI/AAAAAAAAS_0/I8RMZxN8io8/IMG_8989_thumb1.jpg?imgmax=800" width="408" height="532"></a></p> <p align="center">this was earlier when we just arrived and mr. khairul browsing <em>batik</em>.</p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-33aRqeTxRho/VONrOuaH_iI/AAAAAAAAS_8/Q8sfSa58w2g/s1600-h/IMG_8994%25255B2%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_8994" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline" border="0" alt="IMG_8994" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-ieS1BMAqH2U/VONrPX_uqrI/AAAAAAAATAE/O0iLdT4LXJI/IMG_8994_thumb%25255B2%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="573" height="443"></a></p> <p align="center">awesome photobooth outside the hall where people can get their picture taken against the backdrop of tourism malaysia, and then get that picture printed for you FOC to take home as souvenir. cool!</p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"></p> <p align="center"></p> <p align="center"></p> <p align="center"></p> <p align="center"></p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-fv9JSEGkiDQ/VONrQKe-KYI/AAAAAAAATAM/Bk23oFafOWk/s1600-h/IMG_8996%25255B1%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_8996" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline" border="0" alt="IMG_8996" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-OFYOrATWazc/VONrRNAxz_I/AAAAAAAATAU/wBhCmfHkE74/IMG_8996_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="563" height="432"></a></p> <p align="center">pretty dancers awaiting the arrival of tourism minister dato seri nazri aziz.</p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"> <a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-AM9YgNs86Jk/VONrRphP3fI/AAAAAAAATAc/WtCzVVvd2EI/s1600-h/IMG_9005%25255B2%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_9005" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline" border="0" alt="IMG_9005" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-v4LH8LlKnPQ/VONrSWH5u8I/AAAAAAAATAk/Ef7i1DtUFzI/IMG_9005_thumb%25255B2%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="553" height="427"></a></p> <p align="center">inside the ballroom before dato seri nazri aziz arrived. behind me, in colorful <em>baju melayu</em> johor; a fantastic band of traditional musicians belting out classics. oh the atmosphere was amazing with songs like ‘joget pahang’ and many more traditional songs. feels like home! so festive!</p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-bUJBsoNDz8A/VONrUWI1zQI/AAAAAAAATAs/LIhZZNKQb0I/s1600-h/IMG_9015%25255B2%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_9015" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline" border="0" alt="IMG_9015" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-rtYxAQSwMnY/VONrVmTe49I/AAAAAAAATA0/3nEaccY0cyY/IMG_9015_thumb%25255B2%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="553" height="428"></a></p> <p align="center">the crowd started to pour in while we waited for dato seri nazri aziz. seats and tables began to fill up and we were just so excited to watch the show. but first, lemme take a picture huhu.</p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-kF2dTOyT6vk/VONrWhlk2ZI/AAAAAAAATA8/4a8gfDnxFJg/s1600-h/IMG_9026%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_9026" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline" border="0" alt="IMG_9026" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-_jhLMdzt38Y/VONrXQO-XmI/AAAAAAAATBE/RwMT4iv1pkw/IMG_9026_thumb%25255B3%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="552" height="430"></a> </p> <p align="center">the incomparable mahadzir lokman was the MC, and that’s when i know this is one HUGE event that malaysia is bringing to dubai! no matter how long he’s in the business, and how many thousands of events he has done, mahadzir lokman was still very relevant and fresh, highly entertaining, very professional yet can still steal a few cheeky moments to joke with the crowd. he is truly malaysia’s best master of ceremony!</p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-Jt6BqJZadeo/VONrYHVOakI/AAAAAAAATBM/PS946KmwMjs/s1600-h/IMG_9030%25255B2%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_9030" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline" border="0" alt="IMG_9030" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-5JkGAjWq7zY/VONrYzTHxRI/AAAAAAAATBU/oDqk4AAWzIY/IMG_9030_thumb%25255B2%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="335" height="261"></a> <a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-Ef3jZxF2OLk/VONrZj2NR0I/AAAAAAAATBc/b9FH4cta5iY/s1600-h/IMG_9032%25255B1%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_9032" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline" border="0" alt="IMG_9032" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-4sqm3yQkxL0/VONrafZshjI/AAAAAAAATBk/O1xqCs0vL4Y/IMG_9032_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="201" height="261"></a> </p> <p align="center"> tourism minister of malaysia, dato seri mohamed nazri aziz. promoting malaysia to the arabs. hmm, not enough arabs hanging around suria klcc and pavilion in the summer, eh!</p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-h9Zh-eYsDsM/VONraxs_cII/AAAAAAAATBs/ZG3XZQTPA34/s1600-h/IMG_9038%25255B2%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_9038" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline" border="0" alt="IMG_9038" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-aIDo3vbJINc/VONrb-Sj-NI/AAAAAAAATB0/FgEDao6KW3g/IMG_9038_thumb%25255B2%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="549" height="425"></a> </p> <p align="left"> </p> <p align="left">i only have a few pictures, and it SO doesn’t do justice to the myriads of colorful shows, wonderful dances and costumes, and catchy songs presented on stage. i was SO very proud to be a malaysian. to come from this humble country that is truly ASIA. we are so rich in history, culture and customs. there are so many things to see, enjoy and appreciate for the tourists.</p> <p align="left"> </p> <p align="left"><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-NWtZPtgUask/VONrcrhq_II/AAAAAAAATB8/dqr6exEGGMM/s1600-h/IMG_9081%25255B1%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_9081" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; border-bottom: 0px; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-left: 0px; display: block; margin-right: auto" border="0" alt="IMG_9081" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-ezzcBoxwatY/VONrdcIuh_I/AAAAAAAATCE/_9oAIQOS8FI/IMG_9081_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="527" height="404"></a></p> <p align="center">on the big screen next to the stage, was a description of the dances presented on stage, not only for the benefit of the foreigners watching, even for this particular malaysian as well! i’m learning too especially the dances from sabah and sarawak. amazing malaysia!</p> <p align="left"> </p> <p align="left">we were also shown a breathtaking video ‘the essence of asia’ with a beautiful background song by our very own malaysian singer yuna. such an engaging clip showcasing mesmerizing sights of malaysia, and the beauty that is calling world travellers to visit. yuna’s dreamy voice just brings out the best in each shot. the whole video is so hauntingly beautiful; making me feel so so proud to live in such a beautiful place. i was even stealing glances at the non-malaysians and <em>pak-pak arab</em> to catch their reaction watching the video. so proud! click <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rrUXxqxu74k">here</a> to watch the video.</p> <p align="left">the video, promoting ‘visit malaysia year 2014’ also won the prestigious gold award for promotional travel video under the marketing media category.</p> <p align="left"> </p> <p align="center">* * *</p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-ialiBz6s9-Y/VONreBBWwKI/AAAAAAAATCM/giS1I8iRlDk/s1600-h/IMG_9048%25255B1%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_9048" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline" border="0" alt="IMG_9048" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-rZZjakhgYPg/VONre43eR3I/AAAAAAAATCU/iLrL0oC-chc/IMG_9048_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="351" height="457"></a></p> <p align="center">“<em>hmm…lawa tie</em>!”</p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="left">oh, did you know that tourism minister of malaysia dato seri nazri aziz is a proud product of the malay college kuala kangsar? the unofficial rep of MCOBA (malay college old boy assoc) dubai hehe mr khairul donned the sacred mckk maroon tie to the event and had a small reunion with this famous old boy, along with another koleq old boy in dubai bro nizalman. </p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"> <a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-w55l2olwasI/VONrfsv-dHI/AAAAAAAATCc/dafgzd4TJl0/s1600-h/IMG_9059%25255B1%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_9059" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline" border="0" alt="IMG_9059" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-RO7_vmdb-UU/VONrgkItxsI/AAAAAAAATCk/B5K05rLN-Og/IMG_9059_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="353" height="485"></a></p> <p align="center"> mckk old boys : dato seri nazri aziz v71, bro nizalman v90 and kay v96</p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-JAB4opSCkTA/VONrhmx9s5I/AAAAAAAATCs/O6UxIor409k/s1600-h/IMG_9070%25255B2%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_9070" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline" border="0" alt="IMG_9070" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-n2Iffx97OJo/VONrivpZDBI/AAAAAAAATC0/ir9xOgrEsrc/IMG_9070_thumb%25255B2%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="454" height="586"></a></p> <p align="center">with tourism malaysia dubai director mr mohamad taib ibrahim, mr khairul, dato seri nazri aziz and malaysian ambassador to UAE dato anwar adnan.</p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center">* * *</p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"> <a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-PRza-RlbfJU/VONrjmRA8zI/AAAAAAAATC8/d8PGGx72gsg/s1600-h/IMG_9088%25255B2%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_9088" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline" border="0" alt="IMG_9088" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-V_vP4Z8Hr8A/VONrktDhKiI/AAAAAAAATDE/DU_Hlj6itjY/IMG_9088_thumb%25255B2%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="519" height="402"></a></p> <p align="center">the final number ends with a bang! i was thoroughly entertained. amazing, amazing show! the talented all-smiling dancers represented beautiful malaysia really well. *standing ovation* (<em>lepas buat show ni depa sume mesti pakat pi dubai mall shopping kan. koman-koman pi naif borong abaya kihkih</em>).</p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"> <a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-RHi2myUaFGA/VONrlei5sII/AAAAAAAATDM/jsXdQ9opHJI/s1600-h/IMG_9132%25255B1%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_9132" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline" border="0" alt="IMG_9132" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-9QFmhy3vtV4/VONrmYFzD9I/AAAAAAAATDU/WAHlhzXe0P0/IMG_9132_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="515" height="395"></a></p> <p></p> <p align="center">the dancers with mahadzir lokman. malaysia, truly ASIA.</p> Syigimhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16447869434446560906noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1911628769453997338.post-47405649123591079192014-05-07T00:52:00.000-07:002015-02-17T00:30:40.621-08:00Pajama Party & Storytelling @ Kahfi’s School<p align="left">every year the school organized a storytelling session, and the kids come to school in their pajamas. adorable! cant get any cuter than that? it can! they were also asked to bring a favorite plush toy. so kahfi brought his favorite stuffed toy, those monster fly-buddies we get complimentary when we fly emirates. </p> <p align="left">(yes, kahfi, if you’re reading this when you’re 20, you once HAD a favorite fluffy toy. he was yellow and weird looking, and you call him puppet. once kazim spilled milk on it, you were upset and asked mak to wash it. i just threw it in the washing machine – its faced was splat against the clear washing machine lid, and looked really creepy. haha. and yes, you sleep with that yellow, pink-nosed puppet. true story.)</p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-JHQgGyK1gcM/VOL8ALJpudI/AAAAAAAAS9k/mr8vb4xZC-A/s1600-h/IMG_8524%25255B4%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_8524" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline" border="0" alt="IMG_8524" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-p4LouI6iITo/VOL8BbSoeaI/AAAAAAAAS9s/DPm3Sq2YKHM/IMG_8524_thumb%25255B2%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="377" height="485"></a> </p> <p align="center">kahfi wore his favorite buzz lightyear pajamas and his favorite fly-buddy.</p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-ASqpUHLPbmY/VOL8CTjXKFI/AAAAAAAAS90/j7RlI6aVQL0/s1600-h/IMG_8534%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_8534" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline" border="0" alt="IMG_8534" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-hZzFHjnE7_g/VOL8DcevElI/AAAAAAAAS98/gnx0ccEc7dw/IMG_8534_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="533" height="409"></a> </p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-w8xsH9Uqxk8/VOL8D2ReubI/AAAAAAAAS-E/DQNkvIwoP3A/s1600-h/IMG_8538%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_8538" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline" border="0" alt="IMG_8538" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-beaQIJo7pOk/VOL8EyOSn6I/AAAAAAAAS-M/hQbKnor11JE/IMG_8538_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="530" height="407"></a></p> <p align="center">the teachers collaborate and staged a cute, simple story of the gingerbread man. there were a lot of repetitive lines from the story so that when the kids do it, they can easily memorize the lines. after the kids had their turn trying out the short play, it was the parents’ turn! most parents were reluctant – ye lah, <em>mesti la malu-malu sikit, takkan nak melompat terus kan</em> haha. however, i always tell khaleef and kahfi to participate actively in class – put up your hand, ask questions, be the first to answer, be part of the conversation – so i immediately volunteered, to prove my point. get in there, moms! get involved, dads! </p> <p align="center">walk the talk!</p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"> <a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-Yo1AMGL38KE/VOL8F8jUBoI/AAAAAAAAS-U/xo9M7hG7YSU/s1600-h/Untitled%25255B4%25255D.jpg"><img title="Untitled" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline" border="0" alt="Untitled" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-RIBC456ZCFg/VOL8GtqWM9I/AAAAAAAAS-c/odyZlLAUe54/Untitled_thumb%25255B5%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="442" height="465"></a> </p> <p align="center">..and so i was the moo cow. mooooo~ hihi</p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-t6uimb_oXzI/VOL8HpfvVQI/AAAAAAAAS-k/GQo-rEmsNoc/s1600-h/IMG_8540%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_8540" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline" border="0" alt="IMG_8540" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-V9nG_hNQxxc/VOL8IW2e4GI/AAAAAAAAS-s/UTGqzU1xS3Y/IMG_8540_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="385" height="502"></a></p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center">* * *</p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-PZzH9c7uizA/VOL8I5qCA5I/AAAAAAAAS-0/st3OC1ylbf4/s1600-h/IMG_8542%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_8542" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline" border="0" alt="IMG_8542" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-mJat7c4nu5c/VOL8Jp7KyVI/AAAAAAAAS-8/J0fDmJSZl2Q/IMG_8542_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="536" height="411"></a></p> <p align="center">parents can also enjoy the stories. naturally, most of them busy snapping photos. haha.</p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"> <a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-Ew8DxZ1ZMeM/VOL8Kc83JcI/AAAAAAAAS_E/pGE902uHysk/s1600-h/IMG_8560%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_8560" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline" border="0" alt="IMG_8560" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-6M19yX0gY5I/VOL8LQksXnI/AAAAAAAAS_M/RS2IsTAjIUY/IMG_8560_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="443" height="443"></a> </p> <p align="center"></p> <p align="center"></p> <p align="center"></p> <p align="center"></p> <p align="center"></p> <p align="center"></p> <p></p> <p></p> <p> </p> <p>this is a fun initiative by the school because 1) the kids can enjoy an evening of story-telling, 2) they can watch their teachers in a lighter environment acting out the story of gingerbread man, 3) they have fun with friends in a more casual setting, and later act of the gingerbread man together, and of course 4) parents had the chance to goof off and put a smile on the children’s faces when it’s the moms and dads’ turn to act!</p> <p>also, there was a fee to join this storytelling session, and all the proceeds go to charity. kudos to the school!</p> Syigimhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16447869434446560906noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1911628769453997338.post-375764373484978802014-05-06T00:40:00.000-07:002015-02-16T23:41:55.395-08:00Frozen Yoghurt Menchie’s With Beach View<p align="left">there are a few awesome ice-cream shops around JBR (jumeirah beach residences) but none of them a complete frozen yoghurt place, until ‘menchie’s opened just around the corner at ‘the beach’ JBR near the cinema.</p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-0W0yLrHgQV8/VOLwhhM8N9I/AAAAAAAAS7M/wQAb-V8pmrk/s1600-h/IMG_8117%25255B4%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_8117" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline" border="0" alt="IMG_8117" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-7kXpDStFB2M/VOLwiQo-ZDI/AAAAAAAAS7U/8kUtSaACVt8/IMG_8117_thumb%25255B2%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="532" height="412"></a></p> <p align="center">the theme color of the whole place is so attractive and really inviting. sweet pink and fresh green!</p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-erLyv7rshOk/VOLwjKE8zoI/AAAAAAAAS7c/cALUuu2puP8/s1600-h/IMG_8108%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_8108" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline" border="0" alt="IMG_8108" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-uzF0lumYnkQ/VOLwkDa1qvI/AAAAAAAAS7k/fW2Jf3E2ZvA/IMG_8108_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="532" height="408"></a></p> <p align="center">if you’re used to make-your-own-cup of frozen yoghurt (my favorite is tutti fruti, click <a href="http://syigimsharif.blogspot.ae/2010/08/self-service-frozen-yoghurt-tutti.html">here</a> for my review) then you don’t need further instructions! i love that they have a lot of choices from plain yoghurt, the classic chocolate to all sorts of fruity flavors.</p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-DaQ70-GpQqU/VOLwkkgw29I/AAAAAAAAS7s/aZE5O6VAYTw/s1600-h/IMG_8109%25255B4%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_8109" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline" border="0" alt="IMG_8109" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-XetdIzClUJk/VOLwlnjMVSI/AAAAAAAAS70/Us-jba5GFUM/IMG_8109_thumb%25255B2%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="406" height="524"></a></p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center">* * *</p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-006wRC3rDx0/VOLwm2WSkTI/AAAAAAAAS78/Z0KN-SpvwNY/s1600-h/IMG_8107%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_8107" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline" border="0" alt="IMG_8107" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjU69H1RrpGQR8e3ZJBUQMZCQmWbUB1a5XyJWeRBxXvrAlm4b5tNba3FeZAL55Nnxg0JyKkh8TeyT8Az_QEitF7K3wMbZnNUdTv_1g03T_WSTbPZxxzKwSZ6P4Phie0riIMaR44y06H4h0/?imgmax=800" width="530" height="407"></a></p> <p align="center">and of course, you’re presented with an eye-popping toppings of sorts – all kinds of nuts, chocs and marshmallows and gummi bears. you take your pick! just remember, like at tutti frutti, you PAY for what you TAKE, after the weigh-in.</p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"> <a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-sVhYYlX3dHA/VOLwoBnx63I/AAAAAAAAS8I/rS9o7Vc4vjM/s1600-h/IMG_8113%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_8113" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline" border="0" alt="IMG_8113" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-dNods6wKokQ/VOLwo7KgkkI/AAAAAAAAS8U/XhZSO9O5Bmk/IMG_8113_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="368" height="479"></a></p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"></p> <p align="center">* * *</p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"> <a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-ufTY9iqWwFI/VOLwpejjeeI/AAAAAAAAS8c/OIpByi3RZ1k/s1600-h/IMG_8115%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_8115" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline" border="0" alt="IMG_8115" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-NMp4v4G5Du4/VOLwqC_hBGI/AAAAAAAAS8k/52RAWW2R0CM/IMG_8115_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="519" height="398"></a> </p> <p align="center">and oh my – syrup for the taking! take all you want! the idea of peanut butter was a bit iffy to me. does it go with frozen yoghurt?</p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-nV97s0EvYEA/VOLwqwJjK6I/AAAAAAAAS8s/7txBLvJrlKQ/s1600-h/IMG_8116%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_8116" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline" border="0" alt="IMG_8116" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-WfPnN-LUeP4/VOLwsEpr9LI/AAAAAAAAS80/pGEA_6Qpo1E/IMG_8116_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="355" height="463"></a></p> <p align="center">my youngest boy kazim enjoying his big cup of menchie’s frozen yoghurt. VERDICT : with cute color combo, excellent location and wide choice in flavors and toppings – to me, menchie’s frozen yoghurt itself was NOT good. why? there are icy bits. plain and simple. the frozen yoghurt was not silky smooth. it’s got frozen bits and just unpleasant in the mouth. sorry menchie’s, but i will stick to tutti frutti or pinkberry. click <a href="http://syigimsharif.blogspot.ae/2010/12/frozen-yoghurt-yogen-fruz-vs-pinkberry.html">here</a> to read about my comparison between yogen fruz and pinkberry. i compare on prices and choices of toppings but both fro-yo is of excellent quality. delicious! </p> <p align="center">unlike in menchie’s!</p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-GdkfF9J6vNQ/VOLwtDs7YzI/AAAAAAAAS88/STpvokYeVOs/s1600-h/IMG_8126%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_8126" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline" border="0" alt="IMG_8126" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-bBJBGywvoH4/VOLwua-3_RI/AAAAAAAAS9E/UKLk5N-ysSY/IMG_8126_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="515" height="395"></a></p> <p align="center">did i tell you about the excellent location? i mean, just look at that view! more than words!</p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"> <a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-9eN-80dF8sQ/VOLwu4UNd7I/AAAAAAAAS9M/NCBI0RaiZyY/s1600-h/IMG_8121%25255B5%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_8121" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline" border="0" alt="IMG_8121" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-NdWBPJeoVOE/VOLwvldJ5EI/AAAAAAAAS9U/PL2bn2yahAI/IMG_8121_thumb%25255B3%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="524" height="409"></a> </p> <p align="center"></p> <p align="center"></p> <p align="center"></p> <p align="center"></p> <p align="center"></p> <p align="center"></p> <p align="center"></p> <p align="center"></p> <p align="center"></p> <p align="center"></p> <p></p> <p align="center">me enjoying my mediocre frozen yoghurt with my boy kazim. i hope it was just a glitch that day for menchie’s frozen yoghurt to be THAT unpleasant. because it’s just walking distance from my place, and with the awesome location, i might just drop by to give it another chance.</p> Syigimhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16447869434446560906noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1911628769453997338.post-60810297947207083852014-05-04T00:58:00.000-07:002015-02-16T22:20:14.477-08:00Sleek Sushi Art by French Chef Joël Robuchon<p align="left">most beautifulestest (that’s how amazed i am!) sushi i've ever seen (and i dont even like sushi). full stop.</p> <p align="left">apparently this particular sushi platter that we had is a creation of french chef joël robuchon, which contributes to the ‘art’ factor! chef joël robuchon is one of france’s most famous and skilled michelin chefs, with fine dining restaurants across the world, cook books and multiple awards. (‘michelin stars’ are the ranking system of fine dining restaurants).</p> <p align="left">this classy japanese restaurant is at ‘the beach’ JBR. the interior is really simple but sleek, and you can sit inside in the comfort of air cond or (it’s no sea-view) you can still enjoy the salty sea air outside. going to a chain with a michelin chef as its main head certainly begs a LOT of expectations :</p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-KmqZ3ZuAxO0/VOLdPmkAp0I/AAAAAAAAS3k/B4WeeCBUQA4/s1600-h/IMG_8861%25255B4%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_8861" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline" border="0" alt="IMG_8861" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-TJ5e2LAjlaw/VOLdQmRawGI/AAAAAAAAS3s/hlE1rXvO1ZQ/IMG_8861_thumb%25255B5%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="541" height="415"></a></p> <p align="center">this is called the ‘joël robuchon box’ – comprised of three different vibrantly creative sushi. (it’s important to note that we had this in may last year. however, at the time of writing, chinese new year is a few days away which explains their ‘main box’ having completely different sets of sushi with names like ‘fire roll’ and ‘dragon roll’, in line with the chinese new year theme. please ask if they still have these!)</p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-IiCNBDJy0l4/VOLdR5zIIFI/AAAAAAAAS30/HRChijuMnTA/s1600-h/IMG_8856%25255B2%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_8856" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline" border="0" alt="IMG_8856" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-YapyCcPPKfE/VOLdTLbg5OI/AAAAAAAAS38/rSVRox0RGVM/IMG_8856_thumb%25255B2%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="381" height="492"></a></p> <p align="center">spring roll crispy lobster – lobster, banana, cucumber, yuzu and mango sauce, wrapped in soy paper. did you read right? yeap. it includes banana. again, weird for me but so groundbreaking for mr khairul! </p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-QuZk9OCOqa0/VOLdTtciGjI/AAAAAAAAS4A/XW4xvzg8A9k/s1600-h/IMG_8857%25255B4%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_8857" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline" border="0" alt="IMG_8857" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-zIdo0a-MclE/VOLdUdvc6_I/AAAAAAAAS4M/2k5IGNCIjmg/IMG_8857_thumb%25255B4%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="393" height="498"></a></p> <p align="center">this is one wacky creation called ‘hawaiian roll’ with shrimp, basil, avocado, salmon, kiwi and yuzu mango sauce. mr. khairul who loves to try as-weird-as-it-can-get type of food, obviously fancied this one. me – i love mango, i like kiwi but on a sushi? naah. for those adventurous ones, like mr. khairul, the unchartered territory of fruit plus sushi is mind-blowing. but for a simple ol me, the taste does not add up. not a fan.</p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-p1aVqNV2Z0k/VOLdVKO0q7I/AAAAAAAAS4U/03NhC9g3uYo/s1600-h/IMG_8855%25255B4%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_8855" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline" border="0" alt="IMG_8855" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-id9kn023KcE/VOLdWY3auRI/AAAAAAAAS4c/t9XvFw0jDeY/IMG_8855_thumb%25255B4%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="520" height="399"></a></p> <p align="center">this platter of 3 types of sushi also comes with 2 scallop nigiri (blowtorched) with saikyo miso sauce. now i kinda enjoy eating this one. it’s tasty!</p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-D43yKVpgkuI/VOLdXN_L3iI/AAAAAAAAS4k/4C6fomgYgP0/s1600-h/IMG_8869%25255B1%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_8869" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline" border="0" alt="IMG_8869" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-MxLIVJbRRHg/VOLdXwYPV0I/AAAAAAAAS4s/t92RpWgNGXg/IMG_8869_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="393" height="512"></a></p> <p align="center">saving the best for last, (for me) the 'spicy ebi roll' with shrimp tempura, spicy tuna, avocado, purple potato chips, yuzu sauce and kosho. now this is truly a burst of flavor and texture! i love shrimp tempura on its own to begin with, and that is why i love this sushi. shrimp and tuna go so well together and that crispy purple potato chips and tempura contributes to the different texture. i would order THIS one on its own.</p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-N-djSbXLVNY/VOLdYgWaaiI/AAAAAAAAS40/1PZTJZOEiJg/s1600-h/IMG_8846%25255B2%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_8846" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline" border="0" alt="IMG_8846" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-XSXPhLU-9s4/VOLdZSPU4uI/AAAAAAAAS48/QFBo7aUSm_I/IMG_8846_thumb%25255B2%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="404" height="521"></a></p> <p align="center">edamame bean of course. with a pinch of salt to elevate the taste.</p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-u6pAiuYwQt8/VOLdaLZG5hI/AAAAAAAAS5A/tRHEGVCKNAQ/s1600-h/IMG_8848%25255B1%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_8848" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline" border="0" alt="IMG_8848" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-V85Hu4WwL8o/VOLdakhe4VI/AAAAAAAAS5M/RTIBPD4h69I/IMG_8848_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="552" height="424"></a></p> <p align="center">for a place so classy, owned by a michelin chef, the miso soup is surprisingly NOT ridiculously expensive. i’ve been to a japanese restaurant where the simple miso soup is aed18! at sushiart, it’s only aed10.</p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center">* * *</p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-znTxCTC_pDg/VOLdbWJMRWI/AAAAAAAAS5U/MvCIfJnhsKw/s1600-h/IMG_8845%25255B1%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_8845" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline" border="0" alt="IMG_8845" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-F1iEkJIsQVc/VOLdca49vjI/AAAAAAAAS5c/GQNffv88cZY/IMG_8845_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="553" height="424"></a></p> <p align="center">i love the minimalist decor. simple, probably too plain for some – but then again the arty colorful sushi should be the star of the table!</p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-h-81II8rMIY/VOLddW0UoQI/AAAAAAAAS5k/ixmaqJifMoc/s1600-h/IMG_8837%25255B4%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_8837" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline" border="0" alt="IMG_8837" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-ivLOdOj0d9g/VOLdetWxb6I/AAAAAAAAS5s/egRqC_AKmyg/IMG_8837_thumb%25255B4%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="338" height="270"></a><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-4DMUC0mZkW0/VOLdfLLP-dI/AAAAAAAAS50/Q7eIA_5Edtw/s1600-h/IMG_8864%25255B1%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_8864" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline" border="0" alt="IMG_8864" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-LJvb_yg577k/VOLdf_RFtSI/AAAAAAAAS58/qqWkqWcTMgo/IMG_8864_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="351" height="270"></a> <a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-1fo3hrjGjTU/VOLdg37WFVI/AAAAAAAAS6E/PvOm0bwIH9Y/s1600-h/IMG_8850%25255B2%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_8850" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline" border="0" alt="IMG_8850" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-_fD5wJTVYXQ/VOLdhp07z5I/AAAAAAAAS6M/NjD1zQqhGiE/IMG_8850_thumb%25255B2%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="257" height="331"></a> <a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-OrG7k_rNm-M/VOLdiMGVdaI/AAAAAAAAS6U/RbbT3etloJM/s1600-h/IMG_8849%25255B1%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_8849" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline" border="0" alt="IMG_8849" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-M0ZCK2eusuw/VOLdjCi_5yI/AAAAAAAAS6c/HLUeh2oJUwY/IMG_8849_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="424" height="326"></a> </p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center">* * *</p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"> <a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-oAbwNgIjIZE/VOLdkFVoaVI/AAAAAAAAS6k/4R-MeQUE87g/s1600-h/IMG_8894%25255B5%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_8894" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline" border="0" alt="IMG_8894" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-PhHxunhUUQg/VOLdk2bTdrI/AAAAAAAAS6s/Qdsvh4ZfW8Y/IMG_8894_thumb%25255B8%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="304" height="356"></a> <a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-3ip7_rz5Wvo/VOLdlXC778I/AAAAAAAAS60/VRHYd3zZ9HM/s1600-h/IMG_8891%25255B1%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_8891" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline" border="0" alt="IMG_8891" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-OW4Qcdtxe6w/VOLdmfGXnuI/AAAAAAAAS68/vpwHZLIrPjk/IMG_8891_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="269" height="350"></a></p> <p align="center"></p> <p align="center"></p> <p align="center"></p> <p align="center"></p> <p align="center">we didnt finish the sushi – with 2-3 pieces left, and this was how they packed our leftover sushi. so cute! macam door gift kenduri kawen. and on the left is the small pack of wasabi and the most adorable soy sauce bottle.</p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center">* * *</p> <p> </p> <p>the joël robuchon box is pricey but totally worth it for a true sushi fan. it’s like the godiva of sushi – not because it’s more expensive, but because it’s more vibrant! not only put together by a master french chef, but each is so incredibly creative, well-thought in taste, color and texture. truly a party of sushi gone wild.</p> Syigimhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16447869434446560906noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1911628769453997338.post-64874986822773884212014-04-25T00:25:00.000-07:002015-02-15T23:55:26.458-08:00Majlis Bersama Rakyat : Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin @ Dubai<p align="left">deputy prime minister of malaysia tan sri muhyiddin yassin spent an evening with malaysians in dubai over malaysian delicacies which includes nasi lemak daun pisang and such. this was not his first visit to dubai, and i myself have met him before when he joined paklah’s entourage to dubai in 2008. at that time, he arrived for the dinner much earlier than paklah and went around shaking hands. he was the one who approached the rakyat. he came from right behind me, and i was so surprised the it was tan sri muhyiddin yassin sneaking up behind to say hello. if you ask me, tan sri muhyiddin yassin is very approachable and all smiles! he’s alright!</p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-I6rxgkHIIBc/VOGiPCkn42I/AAAAAAAAS08/8I0RDnG9cwE/s1600-h/IMG_7802%25255B4%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_7802" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline" border="0" alt="IMG_7802" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-_F9UMYZ7E6M/VOGiQNmdIjI/AAAAAAAAS1E/Ko3FtPclqnw/IMG_7802_thumb%25255B2%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="439" height="566"></a></p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-G6oW6MbONVI/VOGiQzDgT2I/AAAAAAAAS1M/YRDdaPGTJuI/s1600-h/IMG_7814%25255B4%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_7814" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline" border="0" alt="IMG_7814" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-z_XcW2mRB40/VOGiRlD6xLI/AAAAAAAAS1U/CkTHOtTtJz0/IMG_7814_thumb%25255B2%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="451" height="581"></a> </p> <p align="center">the usual malaysian buffet spread – nasi goreng, meehon goreng, lauk-pauk, kambing tergolek and such!</p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-zwWowaArzls/VOGiSWxkMVI/AAAAAAAAS1c/F742PbusrAQ/s1600-h/IMG_7821%25255B4%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_7821" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline" border="0" alt="IMG_7821" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-aB5j_jwRIKI/VOGiTf3xxxI/AAAAAAAAS1k/vOjyMjMJxiY/IMG_7821_thumb%25255B2%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="455" height="589"></a> <a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-JNXrcTxIMXQ/VOGiTz8t1gI/AAAAAAAAS1s/N5099fmJjAw/s1600-h/IMG_7827%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_7827" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline" border="0" alt="IMG_7827" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-4AOzIeE1uWM/VOGiUp5OgNI/AAAAAAAAS10/z2g7LbR0n-g/IMG_7827_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="460" height="599"></a></p> <p align="center">nasik lemak daun pisang was the hot stuff that day!</p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-VYgwsMI_Gfs/VOGiVbo49AI/AAAAAAAAS18/122y9zN9swM/s1600-h/IMG_7820%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_7820" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline" border="0" alt="IMG_7820" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-7pwzo1vKCUo/VOGiWRbOPSI/AAAAAAAAS2E/hUG766lbG7c/IMG_7820_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="588" height="451"></a></p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center">* * *</p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgSLB2tuEwrYBU64TRaPholSctbYblomB_y6vANRYdfeooQrU2JJQm-PwUI_2wPAcURN6G_X1HHkTvv6JS2gx5WCqEs1R2ONUd2QRDHgarWSNpB4hQ8qjv5oTWskdPlAavk-Y7EiPC2A1E/s1600-h/IMG_7864%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_7864" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline" border="0" alt="IMG_7864" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-EbZOaQU0E5g/VOGiXrffSvI/AAAAAAAAS2U/s2eAB8_A2h0/IMG_7864_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="481" height="481"></a></p> <p align="center">meeting tan sri muhyiddin yassin was okay haha, but catching up with these msian in dubai ladies was even better! always fun berborak with these akak-akak, all pretty and dressed up for the occasion.</p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"> <a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-cs7Vm88LP2U/VOGiYYU-qsI/AAAAAAAAS2c/-OxFp4S056c/s1600-h/IMG_7909%25255B4%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_7909" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline" border="0" alt="IMG_7909" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-5Ps2webgI0I/VOGiZdFQElI/AAAAAAAAS2k/319IBn1pSKs/IMG_7909_thumb%25255B2%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="475" height="475"></a> </p> <p align="center">mr. khairul was exceptionally pleased to see the then MCOBA prez (malay college old boys assoc) tan sri mac v62. with them was otai dubai bro nizalman v90. and of course little adik khairul is v96. shared laughter and old tales. as usual. hmmph. huhu.</p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-mdlHV2X8YVA/VOGiaHH12KI/AAAAAAAAS2s/CDgEDRpCA6g/s1600-h/1237950_10152359013973308_5692673508105005233_n%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="1237950_10152359013973308_5692673508105005233_n" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline" border="0" alt="1237950_10152359013973308_5692673508105005233_n" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-0OnVihgfhrI/VOGiaxPWiDI/AAAAAAAAS20/HhTUZXSjqdA/1237950_10152359013973308_5692673508105005233_n_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="492" height="542"></a></p> <p align="center"></p> <p align="center"></p> <p align="center"></p> <p align="center"></p> <p align="center"></p> <p align="center"></p> <p align="center"></p> <p align="center"></p> <p align="center"></p> <p align="center"></p> <p></p> <p></p> <p></p> <p></p> <p align="center">an excerpt from berita harian about DPM’s visit to dubai. can you spot mr. khairul in the front crowd? haha.</p> Syigimhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16447869434446560906noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1911628769453997338.post-17010005863509037572014-04-22T06:24:00.000-07:002014-06-12T06:26:46.642-07:00Khaleef @ Al-Khaleef, Abu Dhabi<p>spotted in al-ain, abu dhabi.</p> <p> </p> <p><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-KcROcgVoSAA/U5mqi7CDrZI/AAAAAAAASvo/H9f74vWm4xI/s1600-h/1977051_10152346398928308_4133144456765808828_n%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="1977051_10152346398928308_4133144456765808828_n" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; float: none; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; margin-left: auto; border-left: 0px; display: block; padding-right: 0px; margin-right: auto" border="0" alt="1977051_10152346398928308_4133144456765808828_n" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-ukF0V7vSdRM/U5mqk8zjDzI/AAAAAAAASvw/N7Kwlo1AXCw/1977051_10152346398928308_4133144456765808828_n_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="500" height="500"></a></p> <p> </p> <p>your kingdom calls, khaleef. haha.</p> Syigimhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16447869434446560906noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1911628769453997338.post-29436248002872332512014-04-20T05:27:00.000-07:002014-06-12T06:08:48.480-07:00Spotted My Favorite Emirati Kuih ‘Luqaimat’ @ Al-Ain Mall<p align="left">luqaimat.</p> <p align="left">owh those crispy deep-fried dough balls that I love so much. dribble a ladle-full of date syrup on top – heaven! I first fell in love when I tasted one in global village back in 2008, and since then never failed to buy a container full of delicious luqaimat everytime I’m in global village.</p> <p align="left">basically, <em>macam cekodok diorang la kat arab emiriyah bersatu ni</em>. hihi.</p> <p align="left">however, global village only opens a few months in a year, so for the rest of the year, I don’t know where I can get a good supply of my favorite luqaimat – until recently!</p> <p align="left">so happy we spotted ‘khosa bosah’ while taking a quick stop at al-ain mall, abu dhabi. that’s a LONG drive from home but at least when we’re around that area, we know where to get a nice plate of luqaimat.</p> <p align="left"> </p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-akv_Reh8_Bk/U5ml4ZalbvI/AAAAAAAASs0/guiTTU2g9fQ/s1600-h/IMG_7609%25255B4%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_7609" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_7609" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-1K3x5aqXojA/U5ml6GX0L0I/AAAAAAAASs8/GC7Vs54Zo0A/IMG_7609_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="497" height="374"></a></p> <p align="center"> this is a small café on the side, inside al-ain mall – it’s not even a proper café will enclosure – just a counter, lots of décor and few tables set up. but I think it looks so wonderful! I LOVE the whole thing – the stripey arabian majlees table cloth, the ‘desert’ wallpaper, even a wind tower on top of the kiosk! (wind tower is one of the architectural elements of arabian homes back in the day)</p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-v7cptPuxHKs/U5ml8tqS4SI/AAAAAAAAStE/C7hElwMtct8/s1600-h/IMG_7629%25255B4%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_7629" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_7629" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-fucLw3YVN1U/U5ml-Mjn81I/AAAAAAAAStM/zHmEO0CRLRc/IMG_7629_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="366" height="486"></a></p> <p align="center">this is one side of the café – absolutely love the desert wallpaper, with the oil lamp hanging, and arabian teapot as décor.</p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-LqpUA_jz7oA/U5ml_7lPLgI/AAAAAAAAStU/9nuZ2X8ieGI/s1600-h/IMG_7632%25255B4%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_7632" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_7632" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-F19NvZMfRKE/U5mmBTpNfoI/AAAAAAAAStc/mUQ3abrMouQ/IMG_7632_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="516" height="388"></a></p> <p align="center">my boys are crazy about luqaimat too! they can gobble ‘em up in minutes! </p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/--rLNarVRWag/U5mmC2TZSqI/AAAAAAAAStk/bJvePSEEkmw/s1600-h/IMG_7631%25255B4%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_7631" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_7631" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-eDeoyVk3axI/U5mmEAEJYtI/AAAAAAAASts/SAQB307KGB0/IMG_7631_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="378" height="502"></a></p> <p align="center">this was a really good plate of luqaimat – the perfectly round dough balls are freshly fried so it’s crispy on the outside and super soft on the inside. it’s served with date syrup on top, and a sprinkle of sesame seed. perfection.</p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"></p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-F6z-P7gIGIE/U5mmFvuJhbI/AAAAAAAASt0/diaNToHKmF8/s1600-h/IMG_7636%25255B4%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_7636" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_7636" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-5F2X400qH8M/U5mmGwVialI/AAAAAAAASt8/rI2B1fM17Kc/IMG_7636_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="534" height="402"></a></p> <p align="center">always accompanied by toothpicks to eat the luqaimat with.</p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-yU-GNm_BTNg/U5mmIQ5zX8I/AAAAAAAASuE/dOtyXCmn3Gw/s1600-h/IMG_7630%25255B4%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_7630" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_7630" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-dbpyqDVMC44/U5mmJh5zSLI/AAAAAAAASuM/aNjPJZ-myQ0/IMG_7630_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="249" height="331"></a><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-L2ZbgV7xELE/U5mmKi2IVnI/AAAAAAAASuU/bewfDENWhs4/s1600-h/IMG_7635%25255B4%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_7635" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_7635" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-MR0scDNEhUc/U5mmMMRJqwI/AAAAAAAASuc/HHKnCnFpXDc/IMG_7635_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="249" height="331"></a></p> <p align="center">before – and after.</p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-oxWdblc7KWk/U5mmNuvfMII/AAAAAAAASuk/ddLs495ZFlw/s1600-h/IMG_7623%25255B5%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_7623" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_7623" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-pGi_557oKdE/U5mmO-99aWI/AAAAAAAASus/PSNDqORl3eg/IMG_7623_thumb%25255B2%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="318" height="424"></a></p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-wquGJyQB60Q/U5mmQE8fomI/AAAAAAAASu0/Eetymk2yiOs/s1600-h/IMG_7624%25255B4%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_7624" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_7624" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-je7kxd5F3a0/U5mmRWBFiKI/AAAAAAAASu8/6L0UpezBGvQ/IMG_7624_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="316" height="420"></a></p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-Hegm07q5zMc/U5mmStud26I/AAAAAAAASvE/WzHoLGK8tcI/s1600-h/IMG_7625%25255B5%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_7625" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_7625" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-Ro7hygazqh4/U5mmT9VJkCI/AAAAAAAASvM/PCsX-mOFnmM/IMG_7625_thumb%25255B2%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="521" height="392"></a></p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-zRjSGp_f-DU/U5mmVXQzCiI/AAAAAAAASvU/OkO-0e6I-Qs/s1600-h/IMG_7627%25255B4%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_7627" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_7627" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-tXt4MyZiYwg/U5mmWkkMCQI/AAAAAAAASvc/6JJYyII4R8w/IMG_7627_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="516" height="388"></a></p> <p align="center"></p> <p align="center"></p> <p align="center"></p> <p> </p> <p>anytime we’re in al-ain again, you’ll definitely see us there. gobbling up a plate of luqaimat. or maybe two.</p> Syigimhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16447869434446560906noreply@blogger.com1