Emerald Bay @ Pangkor Laut Resort, Malaysia

While in Pangkor Laut Resort, do not miss Emerald Bay, proclaimed by many as one of the most beautiful beaches in Malaysia. During our first visit, we actually missed this place since it is on another side of the island and is usually reached via shuttle bus. 

Emerald Bay is named after the sparkling emerald sea. The beach is pristine and you don't have to worry about sand flies here --your kids can play in the sand at ease and without worrying about getting nasty bites. Upon arrival at the beach, the hotel staff will lay some blue towels on the beach chairs for you to relax on. They will also come with cold water for you to keep cool in the sun - really excellent service, I have to say.

There is also a restaurant here, Chapman's Bar whereby you can get lunch / light bites and order beverages such as cocktails. The beach is largely shaded by the big trees, but do remember to bring your sun lotion if you're planning to stay here for a long time. The huge trees are also great for climbing (if you're feeling like a monkey) :P

Baby C loves the beach

Beautiful beach

Sand art at the entrance of Emerald Bay

 Emerald Bay is serene and perfect for relaxing and spending time with your loved ones... 

Talk a stroll on the beach.. soak your feet in the sea water

Big waves... Hubby likes to swim in the sea

Perfect for couples and honeymooners to while their time away

Blue skies, emerald water

Baby C gets excited whenever we mention that we'd be going down to Emerald Bay beach

We took Hello Kitty on holiday with us.... so much sand for her to dig! :P

We built a sandcastle together

Baby C loves playing in the sand

Well-maintained castle :)

We also picked seashells from the sea..

I heart Pangkor Laut Resort

Running on the beach and having lots of fun

Searching for more seashells and other hidden treasures

Look what we found!

The resort also provides lots of beach toy such as digger, truck, spade for your kids to play with.. we certainly had lots of fun.

To read more about Pangkor Laut Resort, click here. 

Location: Pangkor Laut Resort, Pangkor Laut Island, 32200 Lumut, Perak, Malaysia.

GPS Coordinates: 4.214365, 100.610776

Website: http://www.pangkorlautresort.com/

Read more about our Pangkor Laut Resort experience here:

Resort / Villa review - http://goodyfoodies.blogspot.com/2011/10/hotel-review-paradise-pangkor-laut.html

Emerald Bay - http://goodyfoodies.blogspot.com/2011/10/emerald-bay-pangkor-laut-resort.html

Wildlife and Nature - http://goodyfoodies.blogspot.com/2011/11/not-only-does-pangkor-laut-resort-have.html

Dining - http://goodyfoodies.blogspot.com/2011/11/dining-pangkor-laut-resort-malaysia.html

Tumes Cafe @ The Corner, Alam Damai, Cheras, Kuala Lumpur

Tumes Cafe opened its doors for business yesterday. We have been hoping for a good restaurant / cafe to open here at The Corner shophouses in Alam Damai, and it looks like our prayers have been answered. 

After our first visit here, we would definitely be returning to try more of their menu.

The restaurant is brightly lit and decor is simple but cosy. 

Feature wall

The menu consists of mainly Southern Malay and Western fusion dishes. When I was going through the menu, I was delighted to see soto on the menu, one of my favorite Malay dishes to eat. Hubby decided to try one of the Western dishes, spaghetti aglio olio and then finish off with a dessert.

Ice Lemon Tea (RM2.50) - love the mug!

Sirap Gembira (RM3.00) - I ordered it cos I liked the name... basically it's sirap bandung with a twist (think it's lime?), pretty good. 

The Soto Ayam Mee Hoon (RM5.50) came in a generous portion. Well-prepared, satisfyingly good. I wouldn't mind having this again next week :) Other than mee hoon, you can also order soto ayam nasi impit or mee kuning.

I was quite surprised when Hubby ordered the Pasta Aglio Olio (RM8.90) but his reasoning was that he wanted to see how this cafe fared in terms of both types of cuisines they were serving. The pasta was nicely prepared, cooked to al dente and flavorful.

For the time being, the only dessert available is the chocolate moist cake with ice-cream (RM5.50). It was delicious. If I'm not mistaken, the owner of this cafe used to bake cakes and sell them online. Can't wait to try more of her desserts later. 

Rice with Ayam masak merah (RM6.50)

Laksa Johor (RM6.50)

Verdict: The food is unpretentious, well-prepared and very reasonably priced. I want to try the lontong, mee hoon kari and laksa Johor next :)

Opening times: 9.00am to 7.00pm. 

Full set of photos and menu here. 

15% off food & drinks until 27 November 2011. Join their on Facebook page here. 

Location: Tumes Cafe, The Corner, 29 Jalan Damai Niaga, Alam Damai, 56000 Cheras, Kuala Lumpur. 

Tel: 03-9101 4145

GPS Coordinates: 3.074417, 101.735952