Author: Expatgo Staff
This post is brought to you by Jaya Grocer. Malaysia, particularly the Klang Valley, is teeming with supermarkets and grocery stores. In recent years, there have been many new supermarkets popping up catering to the expat community. Jaya Grocer, the only Malaysian supermarket with the widest range of imported goods, is a popular one among expats and foreigners in Malaysia. But what is it about Jaya Grocer that makes it stand out among the competition? Here are 8 things you didn’t know about Jaya Grocer. 1) Eight Thriving Outlets in Five Years In the mid-2000s, a small group of people had…
This post is brought to you by Rockwills Trustee. How important is it to protect your assets? For most people, it is extremely important. Especially for those who have dependants and a large amount of assets. When you have assets worth a lot of money, it is important to have a will to make sure your assets do not end up in the wrong hands, or that it does not hang in limbo as your family battles it out in court on who gets what. For example, imagine a situation where you, as a foreigner living in Malaysia under the…
This post is brought to you by AirAsia X. Learn more here. It is somewhat surprising that the thriving and culturally vibrant city of Busan does not spring to mind as readily as Seoul. Although the capital is the only Korean city to exceed it both in size and population, Busan abounds with enough spectacular attractions, calm beaches, delectable eateries and intriguing historical attractions to keep tourists of all stripes coming back again and again. Some 3.6 million people call Busan home. The climate is sub-tropical and rarely snows. Winters are mild and summers are hot and humid. Busan is the largest port city…
This article is brought to you by the Academy of Pastry Arts Malaysia As a brand new expat in Malaysia, discovering and learning about your new life in a brand new country will always be fun and exciting. But once things fall into a routine and you find yourself bored – this is especially true for those who aren’t working – it is time to pick up a hobby, like learning the art of pastry making. Learning the art of pastry making is complicated, but exciting as well. And to hone your skills, you should seek out the best place offering…
This post is brought to you by AirAsia X 1) Visit the Exquisite Yu Garden Yu Garden is a classic Chinese garden in the bustling city of Shanghai. The expensive garden occupied two hectares (five acres) of land and is filled with a beautiful array of ancient rocks, colourful plants and flowers, arched bridges, and goldfish ponds for your viewing pleasure. 2) Shop at Nanjing Road There’s a saying that goes “You have not been to Shanghai unless you go to Nanjing Road.” Nanjing Road is one of the busiest shopping streets in the world and is the main shopping street…
This post is brought to you by Tune Talk, a telecom company offering the cheapest mobile prepaid in Malaysia. Learn more. In this day, when smart phones are all the rage, acquiring secure and reliable network coverage is crucial. On top of that, acquiring one which saves you money is important. Malaysia’s Prepaid and Post-Paid Telecom Market Malaysia has a number of key service providers who provide a prepaid and a post-paid option for mobile consumers. A prepaid account simply means that you pay for a certain amount of credit in advance, which will let you make calls and messages. Once…
(This post is brought to you by Pizza Brava) The smell of freshly baked pizza greeted me as I stepped into Pizza Brava – a unique pizza outlet located in Desa Sri Hartamas – a good sign that I was in for a good meal. As I took in the tantalizing aromas of freshly baked pizzas, my eyes zeroed in on two classic Vespas parked inside the outlet. I say parked instead of placed because the Vespas are not there just for show. Restaurant owner, Leon, informs me that he sometimes takes them out for a drive. “I have road…
This post is brought to you by Jade Hills, an exquisite gated residential area elegantly designed to accommodate today’s contemporary lifestyle. Why should you live in Kajang? Well, why not? Kajang has come a long way from being a flood prone, rubber plantation land which prospered into a bustling place thanks to the rise of coffee estates in the 1890s. Now, mention Kajang to any Malaysian and they will easily mention a string of facilities and amenities that has given Kajang a new status as a modern township. To help you decide why you should live in Kajang, we rounded up…
Traffic in KL comes to a standstill, and it takes my dining companion and I ages to get to Pavilion for a review of the Press Room Bistro. We reach a half hour late, cold, hungry and a little annoyed with the traffic and rain, but instantly perk up as we stand outside the Press Room Bistro, located on Pavilion’s walkway (the walkway which leads to the pedestrian bridge connecting Pavilion and KLCC). Standing on the outside, one will instantly feel the draw to enter the cosy little outlet. Soft lighting illuminates the bar and interior of the bistro giving…
(This post is brought to you by Cathay Cineplex) Catching the latest blockbuster or romantic comedy is a favourite pastime for many expats and locals in Malaysia. But sadly, the experience of watching movies in normal movie theatres can leave one feeling a little disheartened. Personally, I don’t have an issue with the quality of the picture or sound. It’s the theatre hall itself that discourages me. Small, cramped, and torn seats, extremely cold air conditioning and overcrowded cinema halls. So when an invitation to review Cathay Cineplexes Platinum Movie Suites came up, I was more than a little thrilled! I’ve heard…