[FOOD REVIEW] DIY Matcha Latte ft. The Dawns Tea

Happy Monday! Here, have a cup of Matcha Latte.

Let's make some Matcha Latte today.

1. Add a small amount of hot water into your favourite mug with matcha powder.

2. Use the back of the spoon to stir to make a smooth green paste.

3. Finish by filling your mug with warm milk.

Your Matcha Latte is ready! As simple as that :)

Do you know? 

One cup of fine Matcha tea has more nutrition than 10 cups of normal green tea. When you drink green tea, you consume only very tiny little part from the tea which extracted out during infusion, the tea leaves are being thrown away afterward. Matcha basically is the powder form of green tea leaves that diffuse into water. When you drink Matcha tea, you literally consume the whole tea leave. That means you receive 100% of the nutrients in the tea leaves! What's not to love?

Read more about the benefits of matcha HERE.

I got my matcha powder from The Dawns Tea to begin making Matcha Latte at home. The Dawns Tea is an online premium tea store, selling tea products from all around the world! Their matcha caught my attention as they are pure matcha from Japan, 100% natural with no additive. From making matcha tea to matcha latte or baking dessert, it's a big good news to all matcha lovers out there!

Now let me enjoy my read with my Matcha Latte. :)

For more information, please visit:

The Dawns Tea's Official Website: http://www.dawnstea.com/

The Dawns Tea's Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/dawnsteas/

The Dawns Tea's Twitter: https://twitter.com/DawnsTea

P/S: Worldwide Shipping! :)

[COOKING REVIEW + GIVEAWAY] Ikan Brand #4 Rendang Chicken

If you love hot curries, you'll love rendang. Often being described as a dry curry, it is a must-have during festivities such as Hari Raya. But with Ikan Brand's instant rendang paste, you don't really need an occasion to get a taste of this classic, full-of-spice creation. This post is also specially dedicated to the Muslims who are going to celebrate Hari Raya in less than a month. Selamat Berbuka Puasa! :)

Prepare your chicken by cutting it into desired sizes. Stir fry chicken with one packet of Ikan Brand rendang paste over low heat until aromatic. Add water to simmer until chicken is tender and gravy become thicker. It took awhile to cook because you have to wait for it to "dry" up but it's worth the wait. Approximately 30 minutes.

Last touch - a packet of coconut milk. 

Once the coconut milk has been added to the blend, it creates a rich, creamy base.

Also add some curry leaves to give more fragrance to rendang.

Rendang Chicken - A Feast of Ramadhan

Serve with plain white rice. There you go. Enjoy!

#eunicecancooksocanyou

Ikan Brand's range of delicious sauces add authentic flavour and irresistible flair to your cooking. They only use natural ingredient, and all products are with no preservatives, MSG and coloring. They check and make sure all their suppliers have HALAL cert and all their supplier's products are without preservatives. They also pack their products in high temperature condition to ensure longer shelf life. Follow my blog to check out more recipes that showcase how versatile Ikan Brand's sauces are.

#1 Portuguese Fish - Sweet and Spiciness in A Plate

#2 Hainanese Chicken Rice - A Taste of Home

#3 Seafood Tom Yam Soup - A Taste Bud Adventure

#4 Rendang Chicken - A Feast of Ramadhan

A little something to share, Ikan Brand always supports charity events which required product sponsoring. Just contact them and they will try their best to assist. They also have 4 workers from Dual Blessing Berhad (non-profit organisation for people with disability). Click here to watch video taken by Dual Blessing Berhad to know more about it.

GIVEAWAY!!!

Ikan Brand is giving out 50 packs of their products to 50 readers just by following the 3 steps mentioned below :

1. Follow me on my Instagram (Click here)

2. Like and share Ikan Brand's Facebook page (Click here)

3. Message Ikan Brand on Facebook: Name, mailing address, phone number and don't forget to mention my blog link! (www.loveismorethanwords.blogspot.com)

*Only one packet will be given per mailing address 
*Only for mailing address within East and West Malaysia

Ikan Brand products are available at Jusco, Giant and Econsave supermarkets.

For more information, visit Ikan Brand's Facebook page:

https://www.facebook.com/ikanbrandMY

[COOKING REVIEW + GIVEAWAY] Ikan Brand #3 Seafood Tom Yam Soup

I have been craving for Tom Yam ever since my trip to Bangkok last month. The thought of Tom Yam makes me drool - it is so deliciously hot and bursting with strong spicy flavours. Many people think that Tom Yum is too intimidating or hard to attempt at home. But what if I tell you, I can cook Tom Yum Soup within 30 minutes? Yep, you heard it right, thanks to Ikan Brand's instant Tom Yam paste, it takes as little as 30 minutes to make that flavourful, spicy, sour and fragrant Tom Yum Soup base at home!

Let's see what ingredients I have for today! (from top to bottom): 

fish, squid, tomatoes, enoki mushrooms, straw mushrooms, Chinese cabbage, onions, taupok.

Stir fry one packet of Ikan Brand sauce until fragrant. Add water 600ml (3 cups) and all the ingredients. Cook over medium heat until boil and garnish with peppermint leaves. Add lime juice if necessary.

Seafood Tom Yam Soup - A Taste Bud Adventure

Everyone of us loves this soup which is really appetizing with mixture of hot, spicy and sour taste as well as sweetness from the seafood. I bet one can have at least 2 bowls of rice to go with this.

#eunicecancooksocanyou

Ikan Brand's range of delicious sauces add authentic flavour and irresistible flair to your cooking. They only use natural ingredient, and all products are with no preservatives, MSG and coloring. They check and make sure all their suppliers have HALAL cert and all their supplier's products are without preservatives. They also pack their products in high temperature condition to ensure longer shelf life. Follow my blog to check out more recipes that showcase how versatile Ikan Brand's sauces are.

#1 Portuguese Fish - Sweet and Spiciness in A Plate

#2 Hainanese Chicken Rice - A Taste of Home

#3 Seafood Tom Yam Soup - A Taste Bud Adventure

#4 Rendang Chicken - A Feast of Ramadhan

A little something to share, Ikan Brand always supports charity events which required product sponsoring. Just contact them and they will try their best to assist. They also have 4 workers from Dual Blessing Berhad (non-profit organisation for people with disability). Click here to watch video taken by Dual Blessing Berhad to know more about it.

GIVEAWAY!!!

Ikan Brand is giving out 50 packs of their products to 50 readers just by following the 3 steps mentioned below :

1. Follow me on my Instagram (Click here)

2. Like and share Ikan Brand's Facebook page (Click here)

3. Message Ikan Brand on Facebook: Name, mailing address, phone number and don't forget to mention my blog link! (www.loveismorethanwords.blogspot.com)

*Only one packet will be given per mailing address 
*Only for mailing address within East and West Malaysia

Ikan Brand products are available at Jusco, Giant and Econsave supermarkets.

For more information, visit Ikan Brand's Facebook page:

https://www.facebook.com/ikanbrandMY

[FOOD REVIEW] B.E Cafe @ Taman Molek, JB - Part Three

I love indulging in lazy weekend evenings with a book in the hand and sipping a cup of cappuccino for hours. One of my favourite cafes in JB has got to be B.E Cafe, not only for the coffee but also the amazing atmosphere. (You can read about my previous experience here and here) This time round, Ma Cherie girls were invited to their old branch, also at Taman Molek. Let's see what they have for us this time!

1. Atlantic Salmon Salad RM 19.90

What's for appetizer? Here we have freshly cut atlantic salmon, lightly grilled, which then carefully laid onto fresh greens. The salmon was beautifully carved with simple yet exquisite details. Topped with their homemade lemon dill dressing, it is no ordinary salad. Tasty, nutritious and filling!

2. Creamy Pumpkin Soup RM 13.90

I love pumpkin. This beautiful soup is hearty and comforting, with fresh pumpkin softened in the chicken soup, which then puréed to perfection. It was so smooth and creamy that it will make you fall in love with pumpkin, too!

3. Classic Eggs Benedict RM 20.90

I love eggs - I don't know what I would do without them! They are delicious any way you cook them. So needless to say, I love egg benedict. B.E Cafe's poached eggs were tender on the outside and creamy inside, topped with the buttery hollandaise sauce. The egg was then served on daily baked muffin and ham. 

4. Wild Mushroom Rosti RM 18.90

Not many cafes in Malaysia serve rosti, so this makes B.E Cafe stand out. A simple rosti has well-seasoned grated potato, fried until golden and crunchy on the outside and remains soft on the inside. Best to eat with the homemade sour cream at the side. As always, I love B.E Cafe's mushrooms!

5. Club Sandwich RM 15.90

Also called a clubhouse sandwich, B.E Cafe ensures the quality of their sandwich by using only daily baked and toasted bread. The delicious combination of ham, tomato, cheese, lettuce, cucumber and scrambled egg is hard to resist. Sided with fat fries to satisfy you even more!

6. Triple Royale Cake RM 9.90

A delicious dinner is great, but dessert makes it better. With the combination of chocolate cheese, creamy mascarpone cheese and soft chocolate cake, this triple royale cake is as pleasing to the eye as it is to the sweet tooth. Sweet, rich and sinful.

7. Carrot Cake RM 9.90

This carrot cake was moist and delicious - often carrot cakes are dry. The addition of coconut adds a sweet and delicate flavour that you are going to love. Cream cheese frosting elevate this carrot cake from ordinary to extraordinary. Totally to die for!

8. Granola RM 12.90

I love how B.E Cafe present granola in this small, little cup. Contains yogurt, walnuts, berries and crunchy cereal. The sourness of the yogurt goes well with the sweetness of the berries.

9. Cold Brew RM 12.90

Before ending the night, we had this cold brew. It is light, refreshing and incredibly smooth, definitely an appealing alternative to hot coffee. And the best part is it captures the essence of coffee. 

Time flies when you are having plenty of good fun. Thank you B.E Cafe for the awesome service, and Jack who invited us over and being so helpful and understanding all these while. Here's a picture of Ma Cherie girls to express our gratitude to our fellow readers. We hope to produce more good food reviews for you in the future! Hope you find my reviews helpful. Thanks for reading! :)

Click on the link below to read more about B.E Cafe! :)

B.E Cafe #1 New Branch - Drinks

B.E Cafe #2 New Branch - Food

B.E Cafe #3 Old Branch - Food and Drinks

B.E Cafe

(New Branch):

2, Jalan Molek 1/5C,

Taman Molek,

81100 JB.

*Below Molek Garden Hotel*

Tel: 07-3503128

Operating Hours: 8.00am - 11.30pm

B.E Cafe Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/becoffeetmnmolek

B.E Cafe Instagram: http://instagram.com/b.e.cafe

[FOOD REVIEW] Stay Healthy with EM GRAIN

As a medical student, good nutrition often slides way down on the priority list. Especially when I am in the midst of exam, it is easy to get into the habit of drinking coffee and gobbling take-out pizza, instant noodles because I don't want to waste time on food preparation. However, I know that this is not only harmful to my long-term health, but can also negatively affect my exam performance. Therefore, when I was introduced to EM GRAIN, I know this is made just for me!

EM GRAIN with Beetroot & Seaweed Collagen

Dump your fats, Gain your health

All goodness in one bottle!

EM GRAIN is a collagen oat drink which aids on giving you a better diet and healthy lifestyle. It consists of seaweed collagen, beetroot, calcium, soya lecithin, brown rice and vitamin B1, B2, B3, B5, B6, B12.

EM GRAIN has no preservatives, no colouring and no trans fat.

EM GRAIN helps in:

- Boost metabolism and circulation

- Variety of vitamins

- Reduce risk of cardiovascular disease

- Cholesterol, high blood pressure and blood sugar reduction

- Rejuvenate and radiant

EM GRAIN has been approvd by the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA), US Food & Drug Administration (US FDA) and Malaysia Ministry of Health (MOH). Also it is suitable for vegetarians!

Disclaimer: The product should not be used or treated as an substitute for any doctor's diagnosis, medical advice or treatment for any condition or disease. 

P/S: Still have to listen to your doctor kay :D

Once the container is opened, it is advisable to consume within 3 months for better taste. Store in room temperature under cool and dry condition. Avoid direct exposure to sunlight.

There is another protective plastic lid to keep the contents cool and dry.

Directions: Add 2 spoons (15g) of oat powder into 250ml lukewarm water, stir well and serve.

Lovely pink colour due to the beetroot's colouring.

The taste is pleasant and not very sweet. A very nice and subtle beetroot taste. I always have it as my breakfast before going to university. The benefit of having it in the morning is, it fills you up because of the oats, and you are not hungry for a good amount of time. I have been constantly having oats in the morning so I take this as another alternative for me. I would recommend this to my mum to help with her management of blood sugar and cholesterol!

If you wish to purchase EM GRAIN or know more about the product, visit:

Official Website: http://aragonasia.com/

EM GRAIN's Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EMGRAIN

Contact: +6017-4546008

''A fit, healthy body - that's the best fashion statement.''
Jess C. Scott

[FOOD REVIEW] B.E Cafe @Taman Molek, JB - Part Two

It's no secret that I am addicted to cafe hopping. (You can read about my previous discovering of good coffee in JB here :D) So today I am here again continuing my cafe hopping journey, to introduce some good food that B.E Cafe at Taman Molek, JB offers.

1. The Breakfast Essentials RM23.50

Start your day right with B.E Cafe's The Breakfast Essential. Just by looking at it makes one happy - look at the variety it has in one plate and it is so colourful! Comes with toast, scrambled eggs, sausages, hashbrowns, mushrooms, baked beans and salad. Totally hearty and wholesome. The scrambled eggs are moist with a nice buttery whiff. I LOVE the wild mushroom sautéed with balsamic vinegar - the main reason that I love this dish. The generous portion is plenty to feed two, especially ladies with small appetites. Perfect for brunch - the best part is it is served all day!

2. Grilled Chicken Chop with Mushroom Sauce and Rice RM15.50

No deep frying here, so yes it's healthier. Served with rice, the chicken is tender and juicy. Also it is decently portioned. Delicious!

3. Mushroom Spaghetti Aglio Olio RM16.50

I always love Aglio Olio. Italian for ''garlic and oil'', Aglio Olio is pasta coated with garlic and olive oil - simple but delightful. B.E Cafe's Aglio Olio did not disappoint me either. Expect slight hint of spiciness as chili flakes are added.

I am drooling now just by looking at this picture.

4. Classic Hawaiian Pizza RM12.90

The classic Hawaiian pizza is an all time favourite. What makes B.E Cafe's Hawaiian Pizza special is that they have ultra thin crust that makes every bite a bit of crunch - just like eating biscuits. Topped with delicious mouth-watering pineapples, the combination is just perfect!

5. Smoked Duck Panini RM17.90

I didn't know what is panini, then I wish I knew it earlier after I tried this Smoked Duck Panini. Generally, panini is a sandwich made with toasted bread, cut horizontally and filled with all kinds of ingredients. The smoked duck here is the bomb. Enough said, make sure you try this!

6. Turkey Bacon and Ham Savoury Waffle RM15.90

Who says waffles need to be sweet? Here at B.E Cafe they have savoury waffles. As usual, I enjoy looking at the warm, golden egg yolk flows like slow hot lava when cut open. Waffle is always my thing, but perhaps a sweet tooth like me still prefer a sweet waffle. For a truly different twist on waffles, you've got to try this.

7. Fried Lotus Chips RM8.90

A crunchy and delicious snack to end the day.

Seflie with my girls before ending the food review session.

Always good to have you girls around. :)

Click on the link below to read more about B.E Cafe! :)

B.E Cafe #1 New Branch - Drinks

B.E Cafe #2 New Branch - Food

B.E Cafe #3 Old Branch - Food and Drinks

B.E Cafe has lunch set promotion going on now, with price as low as RM11.90, you get to enjoy your main course + ice cream + drinks! So next time when you are looking for a good cafe to chill in JB, you know where to go. Hope you enjoy reading my review because I certainly had a good time trying out new food and coffee. :)

B.E Cafe (New Branch)

46, Jalan Molek 1/28,

Taman Molek,

81100 JB.

*Behind OCBC bank and Lavender*

Tel: 07-3643128

Operating Hours: 9am - 7pm

B.E Coffee Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/becoffeetmnmolek

B.E Coffee Instagram: http://instagram.com/b.e.cafe

[FOOD REVIEW] B.E Cafe @ Taman Molek, JB - Part One

Who doesn't love cafe-hopping, especially with so many new cafes sprouting all over JB? In recent years, there has been a surge in the popularity of coffee. As we log on to Instagram, it is common that we see a whole string of photos of cafes that people are visiting. But do you know, or appreciate what it takes to brew that perfect cup of coffee? Ma Cherie girls were invited to the newly opened B.E Cafe branch in Taman Molek, and here we witnessed how the baristas combine their passion, skills, knowledge, and artistry to prepare not just a cup of coffee, but a work of art for every customer.

B.E Cafe - Be yourself

Taste the food, enjoy the coffee.

B.E Cafe boasts a homey, cozy atmosphere. It is the kind of cafes that I like - laid back, not overly designed, very friendly, where the focus is mainly on coffee. It was rather quiet for a Sunday but I guess that is also what makes the cafe comfy for a nice chill out place.

Selection of good magazines to relax and recharge, or to gain inspiration.

Barista of the day - Ah Sam was all focus making our coffee.

1. Rose Latte RM10.50

The very first cup of coffee immediately captured my heart. Girls love roses - so there's no doubt that this is going to be a love at first sight. Served with some rose petals on top, the rose latte tasted really good with that light rose aroma, yet the whole taste is not overpower by the caffeine. A perfect house blend of coffee beans from Columbia and Sumatra.

2. Caramel Macchiato RM10.90

The whip cream combined with the caramel sauce made this caramel macchiato sweet and incredibly rich and creamy. Satisfy my sweet tooth with minimal effort.

3. B.E Cappuccino RM8.50

One of the most popular espresso drinks, one can never go wrong with a cup of cappuccino. A cappuccino done right should be equal parts espresso, steamed milk and foamed milk. B.E cappuccino has the smooth and milky texture with a lingering coffee taste. I think they've got it right!

4. Syphon Handbrew Coffee RM15.00

Other than the standard espresso-based drinks, B.E Cafe offers hand-brewed coffee as well. This manually-brewed coffee requires skill and patience. In B.E Cafe, single origin coffee beans from Kenya were used to retain and perfect the beans' distinct characteristics. A clean, refined cup of coffee. Not my cup of coffee, but recommended to those who want to try something different!

5. Iced Latte RM11.50

When you are in the mood for iced coffee, try B.E Cafe's signature drink - iced latte. It was not as creamy and sweet as the hot one. Tasted fairly plain to me initially, but the more I drank, the more I liked it. A nice coffee aftertaste.

6. Vanilla Affogato RM9.90

Vanilla ice cream drowned in espresso - this is what makes up an affogato. The espresso melts some of the ice cream, creating a bittersweet, creamy sauce. This is a heavenly combination. So simple, yet impressive! Love this. And don't you think it looks extra elegant in that tall cocktail glass? :)

7. Citrus Chocolate RM12.50

The last two drinks I am going to introduce here are non-caffeinated drinks. Just look at this - another beautiful piece of art. I expected some fresh citrus aroma in this citrus chocolate but to my surprise, it tasted just like ordinary hot chocolate. So rich it tasted almost like a melted chocolate bar, a little bit too sweet for me. To all the chocolate lovers, I swear you would love this.

8. Baby Chino RM7.50

The moment this drink was served, all the girls went crazy - OMG LOOK AT THIS! It is so irresistibly cute! I stared at it in admiration and I really couldn't bear to drink it. Frothed milk topped with marshmallows and chocolate sprinkles, this is a cup of cuteness with the taste of heaven. Lovely!

With the opening of so many new cafes nowadays, those who want to survive in the market need to offer something special to distinguish themselves from their competitors. Beautiful drink presentation shows your customers that you strive for perfection in your operation, and I think this is really a plus point for B.E Cafe. They serve good food too, stay tuned for my updates. :D

Click on the link below to read more about B.E Cafe! :)

B.E Cafe #1 New Branch - Drinks

B.E Cafe #2 New Branch - Food

B.E Cafe #3 Old Branch - Food and Drinks

B.E Cafe (New Branch)

46, Jalan Molek 1/28,

Taman Molek,

81100 JB.

*Behind OCBC bank and Lavender*

Tel: 07-3643128

Operating Hours: 9am - 7pm

B.E Coffee Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/becoffeetmnmolek

B.E Coffee Instagram: http://instagram.com/b.e.cafe