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Thursday, October 25, 2018

Lamma Island 南丫岛 : The Cruise to the Home of Chow Yun-Fat 周润发

Lamma Island 南丫岛

It was really nice to be back in Hong Kong for the second time. 

Along with my parents to enjoy the authentic insider Hongkongers with our relatives, we had quite a special one, especially with the cruise trip to Lamma Island. We also tasted the well known restaurant with delicious roasted piglets and goose as well.

Oh ya, before I forgot to share you about the good deal I have found with Traveloka for cheap airline tickets. It is always a temptation to check on routes from Kuala Lumpur to other countries, this round with great deal on Kuala Lumpur to Jakarta flights as low as RM125.00 one way. How I wish to visit Jakarta again! Let's Go! 

Back to my Lamma Island trip on the same day we arrived Hong Kong!


Before our cruise ride to Lamma Island, we had a delicious Dim Sum Buffet and ended with a bowl of bird's nest as dessert.

Eye of Hong Kong? 

A short ride from our restaurant, we reached the harbour nearest to Hong Kong Observation Wheel 香港摩天輪. It is a 60-metre tall Ferris wheel located at the Central Harbour front, Central. It has 42 gondolas including one VIP Gondola with leather seats and a clear glass bottom floor. All gondolas are equipped with air conditioners and communication systems.

I always love the see Ferris wheel at any parts of the world.


And that's our cruise on the left! Thanks to Charmaine who took us for the ride! I believe that it is a luck to be able to see Lamma Island personally. Frankly speaking, we always see and heard "Lamma Island" through Cantonese HK television.



The Junk.

Charmaine told us that the junk has not been operating for many years and with recent repair, it's working again. My mom does kept one model figure at home, that's why it does look familiar to me and the junk represent Hong Kong as well.


Breezy air while amused with Hong Kong harbour view behind.

I always appreciate the world and the time I had especially during a short visit to other countries. We see lives differently when we start travelling and experience another culture.



Getting nearer to Lamma Island!

When we saw the three "joss stick", it means that we are getting nearer to the island.



The harbour port of Lamma Island for public usage.





Lamma Island indeed still keeping the tradition and custom of old fishery ancestry. It was nice to get know more about Hong Kong with old scene at Lamma Island. Everything are just calm with slower pace.

Alongside, Lamma Island has a free-spirited, multicultural vibe and is home to hipsters and creative types. Indie boutiques, craft stores and mellow cafes line Yung Shue Wan Main Street. The island’s hiking trails take in the WWII-era Kamikaze Caves and have sweeping coastal views. Locals and day-trippers unwind on Hung Shing Yeh Beach, or head to Sok Kwu Wan fishing village and its casual seafood eateries.


We were surprised with the bicycle view here!



The Hongkongers came here for cheaper seafood and tourists came here for stay. We do see quite a number of American here for holiday.


Booking for a stay at Lamma Island is easy and many to choose!


Unlike Hong Kong, it is really a small town with home and business side by side.



We met retired European stay and running their small business at Lamma Island. 

And I bought some souvenirs from there too! Crafted wood as table decoration.



The famous eggies found at Lamma Island! And it's recommended!

Smell good and delicious to eat.



Wang Long Village

Where Chow Yun-Fat was born here. Well, I do not have the guts to run to his house!


We did not explore Lamma Island with vehicles, it's just by foot. Greetings from the beers seller  while walking by the small path is just random. Mom did a good shopping on teapots and souvenirs. While I look at the architecture of Lamma Island.

Well, it was nice to visit Lamma Island for a day, it's almost evening and we cruised back to the Hong Kong harbour for a nice dinner with our family.

True that I am looking forward to enjoy my trip to Taiwan this weekend while become the buyers for my customers! My little Daigou business would be much fun when we have considered customers!



Wednesday, October 10, 2018

Sandakan Guide : 13 Must Eat in Sandakan (V.2)

Sandakan, Sabah.

Continued from V.1 on 3 Days 2 Nights in Sandakan (food and places).

It was second trip to Sandakan while sharing all the good food online and offline with recommendation from friends and locals.


 Kedai Yap Syn Kee 新叶记 

It took us few trips to search for this convenience store and finally! Although the entrance was close, actually they are OPEN! Need to walk to the entrance to check anyone there!

We were happy that we made it and tried the signature homemade Grass Jelly With Syrup and Grass Jelly with Evaporated Milk.






Kedai Yap Syn Kee 新叶记
Opening hour :
Monday - Sunday : 11.00am - 6.00am

Location : 
Jalan Cecily, 90000 Sandakan, Sabah, Malaysia.

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J1 BAH KUT TEH
URL : here

We often heard about the other two restaurants and instead of J1. J1 Bah Kut Teh is a recommendation by the local Sandakan. With generous amount of spices and it taste great with such broth that cook for hours.




J1 Bak Kut Teh
Location :
Lot 2, Ground Floor, Block 27, Bandar Indah, Off Jalan Cecily North (Lorong Bandar Indah 8),
90000 Sandakan, Sabah, Malaysia.

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San Da Gen 三大羹
URL : here

Experiencing the Sandakan Must-Try cuisine in a nostalgic Little Hong Kong setting.

Located at the main town of Sandakan and with interior design that is nice for Instagram.

Food vice, we could try most Sandakan must have in San Da Gen with lovely surrounding. 




San Da Gen 三大羹
Location :
Where Nak Hotel located.
Main Town, Mile 0, Jalan Pelabuhan Lama, Sandakan, Sabah, Malaysia.

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Nam Chai Restaurant Bah Kut Teh 南财肉骨茶

 We heard about Nam Chai and pork basically the best they served here. As for seafood BKT, generous pepper that best to define their broth with seafood serving.




Nam Chai Restaurant Bah Kut Teh 南财肉骨茶
Opening hour :
8:30am to 2pm ; 6pm to 9pm

Location :
No.1 Block D, Bandar Nam Tong, Sandakan, Sabah, Malaysia.

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 Restoran Dragon 良记鱼旦

One of the best fish balls in town.





Restoran Dragon 良记鱼蛋
Opening hour :
Tuesday - Sunday : 7.00am to 2.30pm

Location :
Lot 48, Block 4, Ground Floor Prima Square, Jalan Utara (Lorong Prima 2), 90000 Sandakan, Sabah, Malaysia. 

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Crowd 99 Cafe
URL : here

I do love green tea ice cream that is generously having a good green tea flavour.


Crowd 99 Cafe
Facebook : Crowd 99

Opening hour :
Thursday - Tuesday : 11.30am - 11.00pm

Location : 
IJM Area
Lot 52, Ground Floor, Lorong Avenue 2, 90000 Sandakan, Sabah, Malaysia.

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Moon 'n' Star 生肉面
URL : here

My first visit not really good, but second visit was nice. Their specialty is the tomato soup and pepper soup for the Sabahan favourite pork noodle.



Moon 'n' Star 生肉面
Location : 
Bandar Tyng, 90000 Sandakan, Sabah, Malaysia.

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Equator Cafe 
URL : here

Oh boy, Equator Cafe is my fovourite among cafes in Sandakan. Vincent who is also a blogger and passionate in running his cafe with his lovely wife. Delicious homemade cakes we could have here as well.



Equator Cafe 
Facebook : Equator Cafe

Opening hour :
Wednesday to Monday : 11.00am - 5.15pm

Location : 
Ground Floor, Lot 5, Block 12, Lorong Bandar Indah 1, Bandar Indah, Batu 4, Jalan Utara, Sandakan, Sabah, Malaysia.

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Pasar Kim Fung 金峰巴刹

The locals goes to local markets, and the authentic taste came from markets too. Sandakan's friend brought us to Kim Fung Market for local comfort food and two times straight in one day. 

Eventually, there's a lot of delicious dish could be found during day time and lesser at night.

We had a few fried items and all taste great. We were lucky that we were there early to be able to try! Selling like hot cakes and limited numbers per day.




We had the famous Chewy Noodle 弹弓面 and Century Egg Dumplings 皮蛋饺 supper when we were there.


Soy Sauce Braised Chicken is one of the favourite among local supper selection.




Pasar Kim Fung 金峰巴刹
Location: Kim Fung Town, Mile 4 , Jalan North, 90000 Sandakan, Sabah, Malaysia.

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Ba Lin Rooftop Bar & Restaurant

Having one of the best view of old Sandakan. Having creative western fusion can be found here as well. 
A chilling spot for tourists and local.




Ba Lin Rooftop Bar & Restaurant

Opening hour :
Saturday - Thursday : 8.00am - 12.00am

Location : 
Nak Hotel, Jalan Pelabuhan Lama, Town, 90000 Sandakan, Sabah, Malaysia.

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Seafood Sim-Sim 88 at Sim Sim Water Village 森森水上村
URL : here 

If you never been to Sim Sim, meaning that you never been to Sandakan.

I was surprised that the crowd and the good Fried Noodle with runny egg and seafood was one of the best I had for YEARS!




Seafood Sim-Sim 88 at Sim Sim Water Village 森森水上村

Opening hour :
Monday to Sunday : 6:30am-3:30pm ; 5:30pm-9:30pm

Location : 
Jalan Buli Sim Sim, 90000 Sandakan, Sabah, Malaysia.

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Tien Kee Restaurant 田记港式烧腊

There's a roasted meat shop near to Kim Fung Market. Recommended by the local.




Tien Kee Restaurant 田记港式烧腊
Opening hour :
Thursday - Tuesday : 5.30am - 3.00pm

Location : 
Lot 6, Ground Floor Block A, Bandar Pasaraya, Bandar Pasaraya, Off Jalan Utara (Lorong Pasaraya A), 90000 Sandakan, Sabah, Malaysia.


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Urban Cafe

One of the Sandakan favourite cafe among the youngster. 

It's also our last place to visit before we go to the airport.






Urban Cafe
Facebook : Urban Cafe

Opening hour :
Monday to Sunday : 12.00pm - 11.00pm

Location :
Lot 151, Ground Floor, Block G, Lorong Avenue 5 Bandar Utama IJM, Sandakan, Sabah, Malaysia.

Some may wonder how did I manage to visit and eat at so many places. I may say that I go for small portion and best sharing with another person.