The Daily Fix Cafe @ Malacca

Tucked behind a batik shop in the midst of Jonker street, The Daily Fix Cafe is definitely one of the must visit cafes in Malacca! So happy that I managed to drop by this cafe just earlier this month when I was in Malacca with Kev and his family to attend his cousin's wedding. 

Such a cute sight isn't it? To have a cheerful TV to greet you :D

The interior is well done with a rustic and quaint vibe. You can spot antiques, souvenirs and old kitchenware at almost every corner of the cafe, simply nostalgic.

Their indoor lighting is quite dim so if you want to take better photo or should I say insta-worthy photo of your food and cofee, you can opt to dine in their backyard which has ample of natural lighting. 

I'm pretty sure a lot of you have seen this iconic wall filled with colourful plates all over Instagram and Facebook. 

Hot Caramel Macchiato (RM12.50) for him and Iced Rose Latte (RM11.00) for me. The rose scent is  delicate, creating a soft contrast to the bold coffee, making it quite a refreshing treat on a hot day!

Since we had quite a heavy breakfast, we decided to order some mains to share. We tried the Smoked Duck Sandwich and The Lot which is basically a big breakfast platter. So the main highlight of the visit would definitely be their

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super fluffy PANCAKES!
You can really tell that this is their specialty. I was never a big fan of pancakes (cause I'm more of a waffle person heh) but THESE pancakes are exception. The best I've had so far; it's just so light and yummy and most importantly no overpowering eggy taste which I loathe in every other pancakes I've ever tasted.  Imo, both the pandan and durian pancakes are equally delish!
 

This is actually a new addition to their menu; the almighty Durian Pancake -- RM14.90.

Amazing would be an understatement for these fat pancakes with strong flavour of durian. So good that I secretly wished that I could have the whole plate to myself. If you are a durian lover, you should totally go for this! And if you don't favour durian, you can have their signature Local Pandan Pancakes instead.

Local Pandan Pancakes -- RM13.90 served with caramelized coconut and gula melaka. The ice-cream (RM3.50) is actually an add on that we requested for.

The cafe can be easily missed if you didn't notice the chalkboard signage so look out for NEXT KK Sdn. Bhd instead, the cafe is just right inside (: On a side note, be prepared for a full house especially during weekends.

Last but not least, here's a short walkthrough video of the cafe! Enjoy :D

The Daily Fix Cafe 得益啡
55, Jalan Hang Jebat (Jonker street),
75200, Melaka.
Tel No: 06-283 4858
Operating Hours: Mon- Fri 10 am to 5.30 pm
                            Sat & Sun 8.30 am to 5.30 pm
 Official FB Page: HERE | Instagram Page: thedailyfixcafe

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Softcore Molten Cake Co.

Just a month ago, Kev and I went to try out this new cafe in Bandar Sunway which is well known for their signature molten cakes. Everything in the cafe seems simple and minimal, from their interior to their menu. And of course with the white walls and the ample amount of sunlight, every photos taken in their cafe can be very instagram-worthy.

Mac and Cheese -- RM11 that comes with a bowl of refreshing salad to clean your palate between bites of the mac and cheese.

One of the best mac and cheese I've ever tried, baked with shimeji mushrooms, spring onions and cheddar cheese. The portion was just nice enough before you get surfeited with it.

Brisket Grilled Cheese Sandwich -- RM21 that comes with fries and a bowl of salad too.

Juicy and tender braised beef brisket, caramelized onions, cheddar and mozarella cheese, all stuffed between two perfect toasts! The caramelized onions add an extra 'pop' to the flavors and just blends so well with the beef brisket. Fries are standard, nothing to shout home about. 

Look at that cheese that's just so inviting :D Don't you want to take a bite? 

And this is the reason of our visit; Salted Caramel Molten Cake -- RM15 

Drizzled with salted caramel sauce and prettily plated with popcorns, berries, sand crumbles and good ol' vanilla ice-cream. To be honest I would have preferred if the ice cream was served in a separate cup/bowl. That way we could adjust the amount of ice cream to cake ratio without the ice cream melting all over the plate, which is a perfectly good waste if you ask me. 

Now look at that chocolatey goodness oozing out of that cake! Overall, we did quite enjoy the cake minus the stale popcorn. It wasn't too sweet and I wouldn't mind coming back to try the matcha and white chocolate flavour.

 

If you don't feel like having tea and coffee, you could always opt for their refreshing citrus and cucumber  infused water that's located counterside. The best part is that it's completely free! 

Located just a few doors away from Underground Societe, it's pretty easy to spot it with its signage. 

SoftCore Molten Cake Co.
56, Jalan PJS 11/7, Bandar Sunway,
46150 Subang Jaya.
Opening Hours: 11.30am - 11pm (daily)
Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/gooeyness/timeline

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Merchant's Lane 美真林 @ Petaling Street

Pssst. Guess who? :P Not Hilda, that's who! I am now announcing that I have hijacked my girlfriend's blog! *evil laughter in background* Nah, I'm kidding. Just gonna mooch off her fame and occasionally help her write some entries. :D

Those who know us well enough will know our love for food. That's why we're the fittest fattest couple around. Despite our never ending attempt to stay on track with our diet and workout regime, we somehow ended up making a trip into downtown KL today to visit one of the most talked about brunch places lately - Merchant's Lane. I must say, it was very well worth the trip!

Their very concise menu, all fitted into one frame :) 

You'll realize that the place has that truly vintage feel to it, like a place out of time.
We've also heard stories about how the place was a former brothel once upon a time, which is interesting to say the least.

Very comfortable rattan chairs and beautiful vibrant paintings for sale by some local artists.

Le girlfriend opted for the signature Rose Honey Milk (RM12). The rose contributed to the fragrant light floral scent and the milk itself was smooth and creamy. She loves it! 

Couldn't decide on a drink, so I went ahead with a regular Caramel Latte (RM12), which was also surprisingly good. The barista did recommend their Organic Matcha Latte, but I was a little reluctant to try. (he described it as having a grainy texture..quite off-putting really)

Service was rather on the spot, as my dish arrived just a few moments after placing my order. Oh and I ordered the Hongkie Beef Stew (RM19), which can only be described as an explosion of flavors in my mouth.

Look at those juicy and tantalizing beef chunks, sitting on hot homemade mash!

She ordered the highly recommended South China Sea (RM24) - grilled salmon topped with a tantalizing special salsa, sitting on some crunchy homemade hash, and coupled with a pair of poached eggs. Look at those colors! 

The dish itself had varying textures and was interesting, but unfortunately she remarked that the salmon was a tad dry, perhaps not the best batch they've served out yet. Fret not, we shall return to try their other dishes and this one again...just to be sure :P

A glorious and scrumptious meal indeed!

Seeing things like this makes me appreciate the building. Like we were trapped in some sort of time bubble that had remained in the far past. 

The rumours were true indeed! Every single corner in this place is very instagram worthy. In fact, you don't even need to do much. We've used a basic DSLR on manual settings at 100/200 ISO. The place is very well lit due to the skylight coming in from the top, so your food (and faces) will look naturally nice for the photos. :) Pretty girl sighted! 

Merchant's Lane can get very busy, so it's advised you make an early trip if you want to have a seat at the good spots, otherwise you're left with the long table to share with strangers inside. Which isn't too bad at all if you're comfortable with the idea. 

Don't you just love these classic olden days deco?

Spot their tagline? Mmmhmm...this is definitely the place to be!

Overall, we truly enjoyed our dining experience, save for the fact that we were kinda plagued by mosquitos, probably due to our choice of dining on the outer section where all the plants are.

Love that fact that it is only 5-10 mins of walking distance from Pasar Seni LRT, makes it super convenient to travel downtown without worrying about parking or traffic. You can even take your time strolling around the street (to burn some fats haha) after a hearty brunch. Searching for the cafe can be a little tricky; so just look out for this green door at the corner of a white building beside Advanced Tertiary College (ATC). The cafe is located on the first floor of the shoplot.

Merchant's Lane KL 美真林
No. 150, Jalan Petaling, Off Chinatown,
59000, Kuala Lumpur.
Contact Number: +60 3 2022 1736
Facebook Page: Click HERE  #merchantlane #美真林
Operating Hours: Sun - Thurs 10.30am - 6pm
                             Fri - Sat 10.30am - 10pm
                             Closed on Wednesdays.