Have Perut Will Travel...: September 2022

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Sunday, 18 September 2022

SUNDAY Stroll │ To Pudu Plaza and Beyond!

It’s Sunday Again!

Our plan for the day didn’t go as expected.

We had arranged to buy a pre loved DJI Pocket 2 as a backup camera, but the seller backed out at the last minute. Just like that, our Sunday became a day with no plans.

So… we slept in.

A Slow Start

By the time we got moving, it was already around noon. With nothing fixed on the agenda, we walked to Bandaraya LRT Station and took a train to Pudu, paying RM1.60 each (≈ USD0.30/EUR0.30).

Our first stop was meant to be Pudu Plaza, but hunger came first. We crossed the street and sat down at Fatt Kee Roast Duck & Chicken.

A Meal That Wasn’t Quite the Same

We ordered chicken rice with iced Chinese tea, and the bill came to RM25.40 (≈ USD3.50/EUR3.50).

It filled us up, but somehow it didn’t taste as good as we remembered. Maybe it had changed, or maybe we had.

Rain, Errands and a Good Deal

As we finished eating, heavy rain began—and stayed. Umbrellas up, we made our way to Pudu Plaza.

Inside The Store supermarket, we bought sliced cheddar cheese on sale—two dozen pieces for RM16.39 (≈ USD5/EUR5).

Next, we visited YL Camera to ask about the upcoming DJI Action 3. It would only be released in November, so we had something to look forward to.

While browsing, we spotted a Tenba BYOB 10 camera bag. It usually sold for RM329, but the salesperson offered it at RM200 (≈ USD43/EUR40). That was too good to ignore.

We paid quickly and left before we found anything else to buy!

An Unplanned Adventure

With no plan, we kept walking until we reached a bus stop along Jalan Pudu. On impulse, we boarded RapidKL bus #450 for RM1.90 each (≈ USD0.40/EUR0.40).

A few stops later, we arrived at Sunway Velocity Mall—a place we didn’t know well.

Drinks and a Small Victory

We wandered around and then stopped at O’Brien’s Irish Sandwich Café for drinks. The cost? RM27.75 (≈ USD6/EUR6)—more than our lunch!

After some relaxing people watching, we decided to check out Adidas.

The first store had no football jerseys. The second one did.

And there it was—I found my size, and was the proud owner of a Red Devils jersey.

Heading Home

We walked to Maluri LRT Station and took a direct train back to Bandaraya, paying RM2.20 each (≈ USD0.40/EUR0.40). In just fifteen minutes, we were back where we started.

A short walk later, we were home—tired but happy.

A Day That Wrote Itself

We began the day with no plans at all.

But we ended up with:

• A relaxed city walk

• A great camera bag deal

• A new jersey

• And a simple but satisfying afternoon

Sometimes, the best days are the ones that simply unfold.

Catch you in the next post!

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Friday, 16 September 2022

FRIDAY Frolic │ Pasar Seni and Beyond!

It’s Malaysia Day!

Malaysia Day marked the formation of the Malaysian federation in 1963, when Malaya, North Borneo, Sarawak, and Singapore came together. It was a public holiday, and for us, it turned into a relaxed city walk.

A Slow Start

Truth be told, we slept in. By the time we stepped out, it was already close to noon.

Our first idea was lunch at Capital Café, but the long queue quickly changed our minds. We continued along Jalan Tuanku Abdul Rahman, crossed over near Sogo, and paused to decide what to do next.

A Quick Ride to Pasar Seni

We hopped onto RapidKL bus #170 from the Menara MARA stop and got off at Pasar Seni Bus Hub. The fare was minimal, and the ride was short.

At the nearby LRT station, we tried to reload our Touch ’n Go cards, but the machine left us confused. Thankfully, the kiosk at Pasar Seni MRT Station was easier to use, and we topped up without trouble.

Tip: Most RapidKL buses do not accept cash. It’s best to have a Touch ’n Go card ready before boarding.

Lunch at Sin Kiew Yee

From there, we walked along Jalan Sultan and turned into Jalan Tun H.S. Lee, passing the beautiful Sri Maha Mariamman Temple.

We stopped for lunch at Sin Kiew Yee, where we enjoyed:

Sweet & Sour dish
Ginger with spring onion fried dish
White rice
Chinese tea

The meal came to RM28.00 (≈ USD6/EUR6)—simple and satisfying.

Wandering Through the City

Lunch done, we set off on an impromptu walk:

Jalan Hang Lekir
Jalan Hang Kasturi
Central Market

Inside Central Market, we found a long row of temporary stalls selling all kinds of small items and souvenirs. We walked the full length before heading out toward Medan Pasar, passing the old clock tower along the way.

From there, we continued toward Lebuh Ampang and Jalan Tun Perak.

Coffee Break

We stopped at Rush Roastery for a drink, spending RM33.00 (≈ USD7/EUR7)—ironically more than lunch!

Still, it was a nice break after a long walk.

The Final Stretch

We continued on, weaving through smaller streets before rejoining familiar paths:

Jalan Melaka
Jalan Ampang
Jalan Munshi Abdullah

Crossing the bridge near Jakel Mall, we knew we were almost home.

A few more steps, and we were back at our condo.

A Day That Unfolded

It wasn’t a day we planned carefully. We didn’t chase specific places or experiences.

Instead, we:

Walked through old streets
Discovered small corners of the city again
Ate simple food
And enjoyed the rhythm of Kuala Lumpur

Sometimes, that is more than enough.

What’s Next

We planned to head out again this Sunday morning in search of a second pre loved DJI Pocket 2.

Let’s see if things go our way this time

Stay tuned!

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Sunday, 4 September 2022

MANSION Tea Stall

It’s Time for Teh Tarik

Some places become part of our lives without us even realising it.

We moved into our current home back in 2005, and from that very first year, Mansion Tea Stall became one of those places for us. Over the years, it quietly turned into our go to spot—for comfort, routine, and of course, the best teh tarik in town (at least in our opinion).

Along with Syed Bistro, it had always been our default mamak restaurant.

A Place Full of Memories

Long before YouTube, we even wrote about Mansion Tea Stall in our blog. That was how much this place meant to us.

Back then, Brendan was just six years old. The people here watched him grow up—from a little boy to the young man he was now. Every visit came with the same warm question:

“Mana anak?” (Where’s your child?)

Today was no different. We smiled and explained that Brendan was away visiting a friend.

Our Usual Order

After greeting the familiar faces, we sat down and ordered what we always loved:

Roti Canai Telur Goyang (roti with half boiled egg on top)
Maggi Mee Goreng
Iced Tea
Teh Tarik

Our brunch came to just RM13.50 (≈ USD3/EUR3)—simple, affordable, and deeply satisfying.

Why We Keep Coming Back

It wasn’t just about the tea, though the teh tarik here was still our favourite. We honestly believed they also served some of the best roti canai and chicken curry around.

But more than that, it was the familiarity—the greetings, the memories, the feeling of being known.

Come See for Yourself

We might be biased, but sometimes the best way to know is to try it yourself.

So if you ever found yourself nearby, come over, pull up a chair, and have a glass of teh tarik.

You might just understand why we kept coming back!

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📍 Location:
Mansion Tea Stall - https://goo.gl/maps/g9D5JCDrTQfxDBJ59

Car Free SUNDAY│ Festival Seni @ Jalan TAR

It’s Sunday!

We spent the whole of yesterday morning at a Perodua Service Centre in Jalan Chan Sow Lin, so there was nothing interesting to film.

Today felt like a better day to head out.

A Car Free Walk on Jalan TAR

Every Sunday, Jalan Tuanku Abdul Rahman (TAR) is closed to traffic for the Festival Seni (Arts Festival). From 6:00am to midnight, the street becomes a space for art stalls, performers, and street music.

We left home and walked along Lorong TAR, heading north to the end before turning onto Jalan Dang Wangi. From there, we crossed over at the Sogo Pertama junction and stepped onto Jalan TAR itself.

Into the Festival

Soon enough, we reached the barricades marking the start of the festival. From there, we simply walked the full stretch of Jalan TAR.

There was plenty to see:

Artists showing their work
Buskers performing along the street
Small stalls selling handmade items

The whole area felt lively but relaxed, with a nice mix of locals and visitors. We continued until we reached the end of the festival near Jalan Melayu.

Lunch Plans and a Familiar Route

From there, we walked along Jalan Tun Perak toward Masjid Jamek. Passing by Restoran Kader, our favourite banana leaf spot, was tempting—but we decided to keep walking.

We continued along Lebuh Ampang until we reached Jalan Ampang, then crossed the river and headed toward Mansion Tea Stall for brunch.

(You might have already seen our separate post on that!)

Exploring Central Market

After eating, we continued our walk along Jalan Masjid India until we reached Semua House.

We had planned to take away dinner from Burger King, but unfortunately, it was closed.

We tried a couple of nearby alternatives:

Tepui Corner – drinks only
City One Plaza food court – most stalls closed

So… no luck with dinner.

Heading Home

With no success finding food, we decided to head home and order dinner instead. We walked back the way we came, tired but content after a long and easy walk.

A Small Reminder

Before we go, a quick note: Even though masks are now optional outdoors, they are still required indoors.

A Simple, Good Day

It wasn’t a big adventure, but it didn’t need to be.

We spent the day walking, watching, and rediscovering a street we thought we already knew.

Sometimes, that is more than enough.

See you in the next one!

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📍 Location:
Sogo-Pertama Crossroad - https://goo.gl/maps/baXFVQdxYHn5s5i26
Festival Seni @ Jalan TAR - https://goo.gl/maps/AgMzZvHf6oVRCUW8A
Masjid Jamek LRT station - https://goo.gl/maps/r4ErYbzNHLsGN2cp8
Restoran Kader - https://goo.gl/maps/EkHaHGwj4Kr5mSVWA
Mansion Tea Stall - https://goo.gl/maps/g9D5JCDrTQfxDBJ59
Semua House - https://goo.gl/maps/8Mepc3W53meHt2v2A
City One Plaza - https://goo.gl/maps/rvLJBVwWt2DZt42u7