Another week in KL

Another week in KL.. and this are some of the places that I've been to for the past week. Some a bit older, just got the time to post it now.

First up.. Went to Marco Polo Restaurant, at Wisma Lim Foo Yong. An award winning restaurant which offers dim sum on weekends morning. Tried out many of the dishes, and a little too many.. can't finish all.. hahah... Out of the dishes we tried, I think the scallop dumpling is the best. The prawn dumpling had a very nice and chewy taste.


To be honest, the food is decent only. Not as good as what I would expect for an award winning restaurant + the price is ex. For those dishes, 2 of us paid RM 103. Would only go back there if there's a need to bring parents to a more comfy place or showing client around.

Next up, went to Seremban to get their famed Seremban Siew Pow. Tried it on the spot, and it's GOOD. A factory that caters to large tour group by the side of the NS highway. For a price of RM 1.30 each, you can eat till you drop. Eat it while it's hot..


As we were there, we went to try out their " Mince meat Lao shu fen " at Restoran Yi Poh.

In Malaysia, as long as you move out of KL, it becomes very affordable. This bowl of Lao shu fen cost RM 3. Full of minced meat coupled with a specially made sauce, it has an unique taste. The softness of the Lao shu fen is just nice, but it's not really that good that I'll want to go back again.


At night, we went to Petaling St ( China Town in KL ) to grab a bite. So many imitation goods, non that interest me. We went straight to grab a bite. The Lok-Lok caught our attention and it has 2 different types of preparing. The normal way of boiling it and the other one to BBQ it. I prefer the BBQ one though. Plus, they will BBQ it for you ! just sit back and enjoy. lol..

Penang Marathon 2011

Did my first Overseas Marathon =)

First came up with this idea a couple of years ago.. initially wanted to go with Mindy de. But so far it has not happened, due to time and some other issues here and there. Anyway, I enjoyed my run in Penang.

The run starts an unearthly hour of 3am. @_@ so that means I needa wake up at 1am to prepare myself. Whose body in the right mind will be at top condition for a marathon? Seriously .. lol. The run was cooling, very cooling at that wee hours, and that's the good thing. Terrain of it was all on tarmac, and gentle upslopes that can go on for 2km. The 2km upslope up penang bridge was tiring actually. It was gentle, yet so long it tires the calf muscles.

Shot taken at Penang bridge..


The Malaysian runners aren't exactly a fast bunch. Or perhaps not that many elite/ serious runners join it. I was running at a very comfy pace of 2hr and I think I'm in one of the faster pack. With a pace of 1hr 40, i think can claim a top 10 position.

Anyway, I think overseas race is a fun experience. Especially because the route is totally new to you, and there's no boredom while running as every step you take is something that you've not seen before. Furthermore, you get to pig-out after the race with new and interesting food !


In the end, had to preserve my leg due to the recurring ITB that has never managed to heal. Last race was 2 weeks ago, Newton 30km. HAHHA... lin keeps asking me to let it rest before going for next run. And the next run is next weekend, Standard Marathon =D Woohoo..


Adding another medal to my Finisher's medal collection. =)
I just enjoy the feeling of passing the finishing line.

Penang is a place that I've been to so many times yet there are still food that I want to try. This time I went to the famous Ayer Hitam Penang Laksa stall. By the Ayer Itam Market. For a price of RM 3.30, you get to enjoy a bowl of sumptious Penang Laksa. I've tried many different Penang Laksa in Penang, and I would say this is one of the better ones. =)

The soup was sour and spicy at the correct proportion, Sour enough to make you want to drink more yet not that spicy that you will perspire. The noodle was of the correct softness too; A little QQ. Overall, I would recommend one to try this stall if you are in Penang.


I'll be going around many many parts of Malaysia, in fact all the different states in Malaysia. And I'll be blogging about all the nice food that I try along the way. Can't wait to embark on the food journey... (While on work trips )

busy busy busy

One week in KL.

It's been so busy and packed everyday at work that I don't have much time to go around exploring. Non-stop working is draining and that results in me not wanting to look at the com once I'm home.

For the past few days, I come home to watch DragonBall Anime. Trying to learn Canto from it. haha.. but limited progress with my limited understanding. Thankfully it's a show that I enjoy watching since young, it's much more enjoyable learning through this.

Living alone has it's pros and cons. Doing everything alone isn't exactly that bad. Just have to take some time to do it. Especially when at the end of the day, you are the one looking at what you have clean up, it feels good to see everything neat and clean and back in it's position. Have been looking forward to living in my own space for some time, didn't expect it to come so fast actually.

Finally have my own table at work, no longer being a nomad le. Being able to settle down at a table allows you to focus better without the need to reacclimatize. Now the work is in full swing, I've got to speed up my work rate. The "wait and see how " attitude here is bad. many things are always being left in that situation and gets delayed till the very last minute. That shall not happen to me. I'm going to pester them till they do it and get things done.

Managing 10 outlets here is a challenge. Such a major change in my job scope from before. It's totally different, surely an exciting challenge. Without any marketing background, less 1 MKT 1003 module, it is a little difficult to do some things. Thankfully I have a handy Marketing manager under me. Been learning a lot of things from her. Kinda fun actually. I enjoy marketing, a dynamic part of the market which constantly changes. You never know what you do really suits the market a not and you just got to try it.

In the next 2 months, I have a super pack agenda and targets to hit. 31st Dec is my dateline for many of my activities and I'll see by then how much I've achieved. Sure hope I can hit each and everyone of it. 6 weeks to go, time is short. Gotta act fast.

Jia you ba.. =)

Zee

Relocation to KL

It's finally here.

I'm living and breathing the air of KL for real.

Reached here on Wed late night 1am, opening the door of my apartment. Opening a door to a room of darkness. The feeling is surreal. The reality sets in that I'm all alone here fending for myself. I believe that I have no problem staying alone, as I've always being self sufficient. But there is a thin line between alone and lonely.

The feeling when you open a door and there's no life inside isn't exactly that nice. Somehow I miss the days where I open the door to see mum sitting there watching TV. Yes, it's only being day 2 and that's the feeling I got.

Having a space all to myself is a good thing, something that has been missing in my life for the past few years. Studies, tuition, work, training etc. I guess I overloaded myself to a certain extent, but it was indeed fufiling. Now here with a new lease of life and a brand new start, I shall find my own balance and enjoy the life here. For life in KL, there's nothing for me after work and it's up to me how I want to spend it. First thing on my mind, is to resume the recereational activities that I used to enjoy. Snooker, Running/Swimming, top 3 priorty at the moment. I aim to lead a healthy lifestyle here and that means no liquor and late night supper.

Next, upgrading of my limited skills which includes Microsoft excel, Photoshop, Bridge as well as new skills such as Piano if the teacher wanna accepts a 25yr old stiffy fingers student. It's a lofty ambition to learn that now, but well the saying goes " Never too late to do anything " isn't it?

With this entry, it'll be the beginning of this blog's revival. I will disconnect myself from facebook very soon because of the large number of Msia colleagues that have me on it. I do not want them to know my life here due to privacy. It's different when you are in a superior position. People gossips behind you. So the best is to leave minimal things for them to talk about. I hate office politics and I shall minimize it.

Cheers
Zee ( I'm back )