After a successful launch in Klang Valley in 2021, ShopeeFood Malaysia is expanding its services to Johor Bahru. Shopee users can start ordering using ShopeeFood on the Shopee app from 24th February onwards. Deliveries will cover key areas in Johor such as Johor Bahru, Tampoi and Setia Tropika.
The new service will feature a range of international and local food merchants available in Johor Bahru. These include Mcdonald’s, Shake Shake, Old Town White Coffee, ZUS Coffee, Johnnys, Kenny Rogers Roasters, Oven & Fried Chicken, Soon Cafe, Banafee Village, Gatao Fried Chicken and Anmour Cafe.
Wong Chee Mun, Head of Business Development, ShopeeFood Malaysia said, “We are delighted with the positive response that we have received in Klang Valley and would like to bring the same convenience to Shopee users in Johor Bahru.”
“We hope that this new service will not only benefit users by offering more choices, but also encourage more food and beverage merchants to move online and reach out to more customers, driving long term growth in the digital age.”
In conjunction with the launch, from now until 28th February, ShopeeFood will be offering free deliveries and up to 40% discount on food and beverages with a minimum spend of RM5 when checking out with ShopeePay on the app.
Additionally from the 24th to 28th February, Johor users will be given exclusive access to the Order & Win contest. With just a minimum spend of RM20 on food orders, users stand a chance to walk away with exclusive KitchenAid products and ShopeeFood vouchers worth up to RM8,000.
ShopeeFood is also giving a special two-day offer to Johor users on the 24th and 25th February with 30% off on selected items from merchants such as ZUS Coffee, Shake Shake and Kenny Rogers.
From the 26th to 28th February, ShopeeFood will be offering 60% off limited time vouchers at 3pm with a minimum spend of RM15 on food and beverages.
Users will also get to experience deals and promotions happening for Shopee February 25 Payday Sale, taking place from 20th to 25th February 2022. During the monthly sale, users will be privy to free shipping with a minimum spend of RM5, RM25 deals on selected items from merchants and 25% Coins Cashback when they top-up prepaid, pay their bills as well as repayment of the National Higher Education Fund (PTPTN) when paid using ShopeePay.
While looking for places to eat in Desaru, I came across this restaurant which many has praised as having the best nasi kerabu in the area. Restoran Cikgu Kay is a restaurant in Bandar Penawar, which serves East Coast specialties such as nasi kerabu, nasi kukus and nasi dagang.
The restaurant is run by an elderly couple. Most of their dishes are showcased at the front. We both chose the Nasi kerabu, which the owner assembled for us (ie the blue rice, usually tinted by blue pea flower aka bunga telang, various herbs, kickass sambal chilli) and then you help yourself to the salted egg, keropok (cracker) and meat of your choice. Usually, I go for the fried chicken when I have nasi kerabu but as we arrived quite late, the remaining fried chicken looked a little sad so I opted for the ayam masak merah instead. Turned out to be a good choice as it was really yummy.
Hubby had the same but with daging rendang (beef rendang) which was flavorful, well-spiced and tender. We both enjoyed the nasi kerabu here. The kids had white rice with some beef rendang and fish crackers.
Opening hours: 7am to 7pm daily.
Price: Total bill RM25 for 3 meals.
Location: Restoran Cikgu Kay,No. 2 Jalan Dato Jaafar 24/2, Taman Mutiara Desaru, Bandar Penawar, Tanjong Surat, 81930 Johor, Malaysia. (Street parking available)
When we were in Desaru, I was keen to try some of the local specialties such as Laksa Johor and Mee Rebus Johor. Mr. Google came to the rescue, and we dropped by at Mama Jeli Recipe in Kota Tinggi, Desaru for lunch before heading back to KL.
Housed in a shack, the restaurant is situated by the roadside and diners can have their meals al fresco-style. The menu (in Malay) can be found at the front of the restaurant, with offerings such as Laksa Johor, rojak, mee rebus, soto, cendol, ice jagung selasih and more.
We ordered a variety of dishes to share, and they were all delicious. Cendol pulut (RM2.50) is a must, great for cooling down in this hot weather! Sweet and salty.. yums!
The Laksa Johor (RM5.50) was excellent - spicy with a nice, thick fish broth. Laksa Johor usually comes with spaghetti noodles, but here, they use the short (white) laksa noodles instead.
Hubby and the boy loved the Mee rebus (RM5.50) - yellow noodles topped with a thick sweet potato broth. They ended up ordering another plate of this to share.
I ordered the Soto meehoon (RM5.50) for the kids, but they ended up preferring the spicier noodle dishes so I had this. LOL.
Mama Jeli Recipe is located approximately 11km (15-mins drive) from Westin Desaru.
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Operating hours: 11am to 6pm daily. Closed on Mondays.
Price: Total bill RM29.50 for 4 pax.
Location: Mama Jeli Recipe, Jalan Kota Tinggi, Desaru, 81900 Kota Tinggi, Johor. (Parking at the front or back of the restaurant) (Waze to Mama Jeli Recipe)
Desaru Coast Malaysia is fast becoming one of Malaysia's top holiday destinations, and the opening of The Westin Desaru Coast Resort earlier this year is set to bring wellness and relaxation to guests on their travels. Furthermore, the development also feature a water theme park, two world-class golf courses and an exhibition/conference center.
Westin Hotels & Resorts has been the global leader in wellness for more than a decade, empowering guests to transcend the rigors of travel while on the road through the brand’s Six Pillars of Well-being: Sleep Well, Eat Well, Move Well, Feel Well, Work Well, and Play Well.
Located on the southern tip of peninsular Malaysia, bordering the shimmering South China Sea, the premium Westin Desaru Coast Resort is the third Westin-branded hotel in Malaysia. Boasting 275 rooms and suites, with either garden or sea view, the hotel's interior incorporates elements of the sea throughout, from the wave-like ceiling rippling over the lobby area and spacious balconies and terraces with breathtaking views of ocean.
Hotel lobby
Instead of going abroad this year for our summer (school) holidays, we embarked on a Cuti-Cuti Malaysia trip, with our family adventure starting off at Desaru Coast. Upon arrival at The Westin Desaru Coast Resort, the kids were presented with cold towels, welcome drinks, ice lollies as well as goodie bags with a Westin Family Travel Journal and Activity Guide. They sure know how to make us feel welcomed! :)
We stayed in the Premier Seaview Twin Room, a luxuriously appointed, spacious room (42 sqm) featuring the iconic award-winning Westin Heavenly® bed, plus extras such as the Lavender Balm to help you wind down naturally and SLEEP WELL. Our room comes with a balcony (with double locking system), with a stunning view of the pool as well as the South China Sea. It is also the perfect spot for watching the sunrise in the mornings.
Sunrise worth waking up early for
In the room, you will also find 55" LED TV, work desk, and high-speed internet access. There is also coffee/tea making facilities, including a stainless steel French press with premium blended coffee, JING tea and freshly squeezed juice waiting for us in the minibar upon arrival, as part of Westin's LIVE WELL program.
For the Heavenly Bath experience, the bathroom comes with a bathtub for that indulgent soak, separate shower and toilet as well as signature White Tea Aloe bath amenities, plush robes and extra large bath sheets.
One of our favourite parts of the resort was the white, sandy Desaru Beach fronting the hotel. A short 2-minute walk from the lobby, the beach proved to be pristine and breezy during our fun-filled stay. We spent hours here; the kids enjoyed frolicking in the warm sea and sand, while the waves crashed against their sun-kissed bodies. The hotel provides lounge chairs as well as complimentary cold water for guests to simply relax.
Dusk at Desaru Beach
You can build sandcastles or play in the sand
Enjoy the warm sea and crashing waves
Simple joys in life
Mummy gets to relax while keeping a watchful eye over the kids
Or play a game of beach volleyball or soccer
There is also a beautifully landscaped swimming pool and kids pool overlooking the lush garden. This family-friendly resort in Desaru also houses the Westin Kids Club® for children aged 4 to 12 years old. This bright and cheerful space offers fun and educational activities such as decorating kuda kepang, batik painting, paper craft, board games. giant origami and balloon making. The Westin Kids Club is open daily from 9am to 6pm.
For those seeking relaxation and rejuvenation, check out the Heavenly Spa by Westin™ featuring their signature Heavenly Spa Massage treatment and hydrothermal pools.Guests can also keep up with their active lifestyle at the WestinWORKOUT® Fitness Studio that opens 24/7 or even participate in the RunWESTIN programme, led by the Run Concierge team, run like a local and taking a curated route along the Desaru Coast development.
Breakfast is served daily from 7am to 11am at their all-day dining restaurant, Seasonal Tastes, whereby guests can find various healthy and nutritious offerings, in line with their EAT WELL program. Guests can choose to either dine in the air-conditioned area or al fresco dining area with a view of the pool. We fully embraced the resort life and dined al fresco, indulging in both their local and International specialties such as nasi lemak, laksa, eggs, croissants, freshly made pancakes and fresh juices.
Prego, the hotel's signature Italian restaurant with its lively, colorful decor will bring your tastebuds on a journey through Italy, with its delicious offerings of homemade pastas, stone-fired pizzas and freshest seafood. Helming the kitchen here is Chef Massimiliano Ascione, better known as Chef Massi who hails from Abruzzo in Southern Italy. Highlights of our meal here include the Salt-crusted seabass, Spaghetti Carbonara and Tiramisu. The restaurant is open daily for dinner (except Mondays) from 6pm to 11pm.
Guests can also check out The Beach Bar, located right on Desaru Beach with a panoramic view of the sea, serving seafood barbecue and light healthy cuisine, complemented by an extensive selection of wines and cold beverages. The cosy MIX Lounge is the perfect spot to unwind at the end of the day, with a cup of freshly-brewed coffee or tea or a refreshingly cold drink and at the poolside, guests will find Splash, the hotel’s pool bar.
Lounge area for kids at lobby, with board games, cartoons and soft toys
Enjoying a game of foosball after breakfast
The Westin Desaru Coast Resort is the ideal resort for a fun-filled family staycation, as it is within a development which features family-friendly attractions such as the Adventure Waterpark and The Els Club Desaru Coast. You can catch the complimentary shuttle service to these locations from the hotel.
Set against the backdrop of a traditional Malaysian fishing village, Adventure Waterpark is home to over 20 rides, slides and attractions, including the first-ever water coaster in the region and one of the biggest wave pools in the world. Read our full review here.
The Els Club Desaru Coast, which consists of the Valley and Ocean course is a 45-hole golfing paradise with breathtaking backdrops of rolling valleys or the glittering South China Sea. Check out our detailed review here.
The Westin Desaru Coast Resort is accessible via expressway, about four hours drive from Kuala Lumpur. Johor’s Senai International airport is less than an hour drive away from Desaru while Singapore’s Changi International Airport is a pleasant two hours drive away from the resort.
Til we meet again! Thanks to The Westin Desaru Coat Resort for an amazing stay!
Check-in time 3pm, check-out time 12pm. Room rates start from RM599 for a Deluxe Room; rates include breakfast for two persons and guests will also be entitled to a complimentary upgrade to a Preview Sea View room.
Location: The Westin Desaru Coast Resort, Jalan Pantai 3, Desaru Coast, 81930 Bandar Penawar, Johor Darul Ta'zim. (Complimentary on-site parking for hotel guests)
