Tucked away in a quiet alley of Petaling Jaya, 10 Ten Baker (The Secret Place) lives up to its name: a hidden gem waiting to be discovered. Even finding it felt like part of the adventure – a Grab driver circling the block, an uncooperative map, and one wrong turn too many before the café…
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Monch! TBX The Baking Xperiment, Subang Jaya SS17- A Step of Faith: Home Baker to Professional
If you’ve been on social media in recent years, you may have come across or heard of TBX The Baking Xperiment. Whether it be through cafe reviews, ads, or their delicious viral content, they’ve been making their rounds across many platforms. Situated cozily at Subang Jaya SS17 in a small corner lot, TBX promises an…
Monch! JINGS Specialty Coffee, USJ 4 – When Duck Meets Dessert, and Onigiri Meets a Slight Identity Crisis
Jings Specialty Coffee sits quietly in USJ 4 like it knows it doesn’t need to prove itself. It’s the kind of place that doesn’t scream at you with neon signs or too many QR codes. Waiting to be stumbled upon like a well-kept secret your favorite cousin casually recommends. Not all cafes need to reinvent…
Monch! Jamboo Café, Ara Damansara – A Reprieve From Chaos
Behind twists and turns, sitting next to mamak stalls lies a quaint café tucked away from the bustling city. Upfront you’re welcomed by the delicate jade green arched entrance coated in a rough texture that takes inspiration from the traditional Thunder Tea Rice (Lei Cha) Mortar’s shape, with an ideal outer sitting area to spend…
Monch! Team Udon, TTDI – Udon Neuvo
“When you ask people if they’re team ramen or team udon, they typically say they prefer ramen. So here at Team Udon, our vision is to introduce udon as the new staple, the new rice.” Upon stepping out the grab and onto a one way TTDI street, the bold sans-serif “TEAM UDON” sign welcomed us…
Monch! Jangsajang Deopbap, SS15 – Artisanal Soy, Savoury Joy!
Nested in the perpetually bustling food haven of SS15, Jangsajang Deopbap opens its doors for all K-lovers to enjoy. Step in, and be greeted by the comforting commotion of a busy restaurant, packed with working adults and young students alike, joined by their shared love for Hallyu. Sit, and you’ll hear iconic K-pop hits from…
Monch! Amalgamating Cars, Tofu, and Manga – Fujiwara Tofu Shop, USJ 1
Fujiwara Tofu Shop located at an unusual spot, amidst production factories and car workshops, hosted us at their eclectic and one of a kind restaurant curated for the complete immersion into 90s Japanese culture. When Japan was in an agonising economic turmoil, the anime sub-genre of media thrived and gained worldwide recognition due to its…
Monch! A Day in Taman Hati: Terrariums, Treats, and Tranquility
Meet Jan Zainal, a once IT consultant in the bustling city turned full-time fairy garden of the one and lovely Taman Hati Studio and Cafe, occupying a humble space in SS2, Petaling Jaya. When asked about the reason for her departure from a 20-year career in the industry, her response was simple: she was offered…
Monch! A Cute and Cozy Place – Solace BB
solacenoun1 : comfort in grief : alleviation of grief or anxiety2 : a source of relief or consolation Let me paint you a picture, it’s raining, you’re feeling tired from all the work you’ve done all semester and all you really need is a comfortable place to rest and relax with a cup of coffee…
Monch! Reprieve from Asphyxia – Core Cafe
Core cafe – a quaint repository of life in an otherwise quiet section of the bustling city. At first glance, the minimalistic and rustic design of the cafe is sure to catch your eye. With its impressive arrangement and juxtaposition of geometric shapes, it is a prime site for your next aesthetic Instagram post! Walking…
Monch! Championing Gastronomic Currency: Anything Cafe
Trendy pinterest-esque cafes are taking over the city (rightfully so)! Anything Cafe tucked away in a new up and coming Glenmarie district surprised us with a delicate amalgamation of modern Japanese cuisine and traditional Malaysian delicacies. The modern and trendy outlook made clear by the organised mess of posters plastered across the walls around the…
MONCH! A Coffee Madness Medley: MÄD Coffee
Dearest Readers, Settle in with us, your loveliest editors, in a minimalist yet warm and earthy cafe established by a mother-and-daughter duo, MAD Coffee. Located in IOI Rio, Puchong, the cafe is a hidden trove of chiffon cakes and unique drinks, perfect for afternoon tea-time with your girls or a whole-day grinding session, as they…
MONCH! Taste the Artistry, Feel the Warmth: Chloe.co Cafe
Nestled within the vibrant streets of SS2, Chloe.co emerges as a haven for those seeking solace from the bustling city life. Originally renowned for its establishment in Ipoh, Perak, this beloved café has extended its warm embrace to the heart of Petaling Jaya. Stepping through the iconic revolving front door, visitors are immediately enveloped in…
MONCH! Wizards at Tribeca’s Magical Fusion Food
A pastiche of Western and Eastern dishes has become a common feature of the trendy KL cafe. That being said, Wizards at Tribeca and its gastronomical treats set itself apart from the typical café food many have come to expect. This should come as no surprise, given that it is the heart-work of the same…
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