Financial Advisory Morning
I woke up at 7:20am, the room still quiet. Half an hour later, I stepped out while Cat chose to sleep in. Breakfast at Lengkuas Restaurant was simple and peaceful — just moi, a quiet dining room, and a slow start to the day.
Breakfast and the Drive to the Branch
By 7:50am, I was already heading down to the lobby. Lengkuas wasn’t busy, so I enjoyed a light spread with coffee before wrapping up at 8:15am. Then it was off to the basement to pick up the loaner car. The drive to Alor Setar branch was smooth and uneventful, and twenty minutes later, I arrived.
Settling In
The branch was already open when I walked in. We exchanged greetings, said hello to an old friend, and settled into my workspace. An hour later, work began — steady and focused — carrying me right through the morning.
Lunch at Sayang Tomyam 3
By lunchtime, I was ready for a break. We took a short stroll to Sayang Tomyam 3, where I found a surprise: Oxtail Soup on the menu. Paired with a plain omelette, rice, and Iced Nescafe, my first Alor Setar lunch came to RM23.50 (≈ USD6/EUR5).
Afternoon Errands & Round Two
With a bit of time left, I hopped into the loaner car and crossed the road to a Petronas station before getting the car washed and vacuumed. I returned to the branch by 2:00pm, where a fresh group of applicants awaited. Work continued nonstop until 5:00pm.
Drive Back to the Hotel
At 5:30pm, I left AKPK Alor Setar. The mid week traffic was gentle, the sun low and warm, and the roads calm. A few shoplots, a glimpse of paddy fields, and soon Grand Alora Hotel appeared ahead — a quick, easy glide into the evening.
Dinner at Dede Moda
Back at the hotel, I reunited with Cat. After a shower and short rest, we headed out at 7:00pm for dinner at Dede Moda, the Chinese restaurant right beside the hotel. It offered a fun mix of Hong Kong café classics and Malaysian comfort dishes — simple, fast, and fuss free.
What We Ordered
Our picks for the night:
- Fried Wanton Mee with Egg Gravy
- Claypot Lou Shu Fan
- Citrus & Plum Iced Tea
- Jasmine Tea with Jelly & Lychee
- French Toast with Ham & Cheese
All for RM46.50 (≈ USD11/EUR10) — friendly prices and solid portions.
Closing the Day
After dinner, we stopped by the convenience store next door for munchies before heading back to our room. After the exertion of yesterday and today, we hoped for an early night.
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