KidZania : Checked-in to the land of grown ups!

And so the much awaited day came and we were up early eagerly awaiting for our departure to the land of grown ups!

We arrived at the airport and with usual procedure check ourselves in at the check-in counter.

Cavan waiting for his documents to be verified by Air Asia's staff at the check-in counter. He's so happy coz this is his first time "flying" to where? all the way to the City of Kidz (KidZania) in Kuala Lumpur :p

Successfully check-in, he was given a boarding pass, cheque for 50 kizzos and the map of KidZania City.

We proceeded to the departure hall and scouted for the bank (CIMB) to cash out the cheque. It is then time to start looking for an occupation to try out. Some establishment you have to use your kizzos for purchase eg. making burger, driving etc.. It's indicated clearly at the establishment. A "+Z" means you need to work and earn kizzos, a "-Z" means you need to use your kizzos while learning a skill at the same time. So its not all losses. You get to learn something out of it.

Along the departure hall, we spotted the aircraft hovering above us. Arrived at the Departure Gate and were given a tag each. This is the security feature in KidZania for each time a kid enters and leave the establishment, his tag will be scanned.

I was transported into another realm upon stepping into the world of KidZania. It's everything you see in our daily lives but the size of our kids! hehehe....

First thing first, to cash out the cheque. So into CIMB we go which is the only bank there btw. Came out happy with CASH on hand :))

With this on hand, we begun our 5 hours journey playing grown ups! Stay tuned...... :D

KidZania Kuala Lumpur

Curve NX

18 Jalan PJU 7/5

Mutiara Damansara

Petaling Jaya

www.kidzania.com.my

*KidZania - an educational & entertainment centre for kids. It's the first centre of its kind to offer kids activities based on the oldest known game -> Playing.Grown-Ups. Originated from Mexico, it currently has 8 other KidZania in the world. There are over 90 role play professions thus your kid will definitely not be bored when they enter the world of KidZania.

Tickets can be purchased online or at their check-in counters in KidZania. Prices for kids is RM55 and adults RM35. Kids below 8 years of age must be accompanied by an adult*

Nyonya Makko Restaurant

Continuing from our CNY Malacca trip, we scouted around and landed ourselves here for dinner - Restaurant Nyonya Makko.

It started with Bibik Nyong's culinary adventure back in 1960s in Bandar Hilir Melaka where she sells Nasi Lemak. This led to her opening one of Malacca's earliest Nyonya Restaurant at Taman Melaka Raya.

Restaurant Nyonya Makko

123 Taman Melaka Raya

Off Jalan Parameswara

75000 Melaka

Tel : 06-284 7037

We were not able to order a lot since it's only us 2 adults and 2 kids. Everything we (I) saw on the menu makes me want to order and try but eventually, we settled for....

Fried kai lan, something that is not spicy for the kids. It's just a normal vege dish for me.

Nyonya fried chicken. After having tested The Tranquerah's, I wanted to taste this in Malacca itself and this is ggooooddd!! :D Both also as nice and delicious! yumz...

We also ordered Sambal Petai Squid. It's real spicy and really appetizing. Cavan had a lot of this as well! Yes yes he can take spicy food this boy of mine.

One more dish that we had is Ikan Goreng Cili Garam (Fried fish with salted chillies). This is awesome and hubs love it so much that he talked about this fish the whole night! @.@

For dessert, we had a bowl of Cendol each and one spoonful into my mouth, I'm SOLD. I love this so much, not stingy at all on the palm sugar which makes it more aromatic. Yuummmzzz...I just sluurrrppp it all up in no time that night!

We exited Nyonya Makko with very very satisfied tummies and all set for our next "adventure".

coming right up...

Things Have Changed...

I received this today thru forwarded email and found its REALLY TRUE :D :D Things have changed tremendously!

If you're from that generation, I can safely say that you would totally agree with it.

Please raise your hand if you agree things has indeed changed a lot! :)) *me waving my hands high up! :p*

SHOCKED!! I'm a grandmother?? :p

It was another usual day for us until Cavan came out of the room and asked "Mummy, why is there a small animal inside?" Me busy sorting out my stuff went HUH, small animal?? What da heck you talking about now??

Straight went in to check what he's referring to and to my SHOCK (am still am while writing this!!) to see these tiny fellas.....

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It's BABIES, BABY HAMSTER!!!! and all these while we THOUGHT we had TWO MALE hamsters. Gay kah ni??? How could this happened when we specifically bought TWO MALE HAMSTERS??!!!

What to do now?? Hub went out "yum-cha" and I'm left with two excited kiddos and 4 babies hamster. To add on, da MALE hamster is chasing after his wifey for mating right after she has just given birth!! ffuuuhhh! no need to rest this one, very hyper... what have we been feeding em??

Called Alicia for advise and whole night long kept an eye on da MALE hamster for he's very "gatal" and da babies. As soon as hubs opened the door, shove a make-do box for him to carry da MALE hamster out. Not safe to let him be in the same roof as da wifey and babies. We are scared he may harm da babies. Let the wifey do her motherly duties by caring and feeding da babies.

New mum nourishing herself for her new task ahead

We will decide tomorrow the next step. For now, let's rest for it had been a SHOCKING night!

Over a couple of hours, my son became a "father" and us we became "grandparents"! :p :p

Getaway in the City!

The last I stepped foot into Swiss Garden was when I bought a voucher for an English Afternoon Tea at their Green Treats Delicatessen. Just last week, I was invited to view their new Suites at the Residences wing.

Swiss Garden Hotel & Residences presented to us 2 majestic suites located on the 33rd floor :

** Bukit Bintang Suite - 5 bedroom with a private balcony
** Kuala Lumpur Suite - 4 bedroom with a walk-in wardrobe

The Suites deemed the most iconic of all living spaces, implies sheer elegance, emphasising on space, views and an enviable urban lifestyle. Well sentence, it was SPACE that struck me when I first stepped foot inside. Ample of space for kiddos to run around or adults to walk about without saying "excuse me", please move aside hahaha.... Not only that, it has nice views of KL skyline especially when you turn and spot KLCC and KL Tower :)

The Suites spanned over 2300 sqft and publish rates are RM8,o00++ (call up and ask for the exact rates as this is only Publish Rates. For those familiar with hotels, some has promo rates, so call up to get the actual rate) comes with spacious living room, dining area, fully equipped kitchen, bath tub, rain shower and study area. Imagine yourself having a bath or shower with either a KL Tower or KLCC view. Aahhh nice bliss. I think I can just sit in the tub for hours enjoying my bath and view while outside KL city is bustling with activities.

It'll be nice a getaway gathering all family members together. Getaway in the City itself. You save time waiting for each other along the way and minimize the stress of forgetting to pack something for shops are aplenty downstairs as Swiss Garden Hotel & Residences is smack right in the city centre. Have not tried a getaway in KL City before? Well now you can start planning and huge group sharing out the cost is definitely cost effective!

After viewing both suites and going gaga over it, we were treated to try their Weekend BBQ Buffet at T@ste6 pronounced as Taste@6.

I love the area where T@ste6 is located. You can opt to dine outside and enjoy the cool breeze and overlook KL Skyline or inside where it's air-conditioned. Interior is nicely decorated and there's also a private dining room if you need that privacy.

Salad Bar with Assorted Dressings and Dessert Corner. We had Mesclun Salad, German Potato Salad, Greek Salad, Cous-cous Salad Salmon with Udon & Edamame Salad to name a few. Dressings aplenty as well and you can choose your preferred dressing to go with your salad with names such as Balsamic Vinaigrette, Spiced Orange Vinaigrette, Lemon or even Honey Mustard Dressing. You can even start off your dinner with a bowl of cream of mushroom and bread & butter.

Desserts were presented in nicely bite sized cakes - choclate brownies with basil cream, cheese cake with berry compote, carrot cake with cream cheese, creme caramel and fresh tropical fruits for those who prefer something refreshing and light.

For the main course, we had tiger prawns, squid, fish tikka, thai chicken thights, rosemary & garlic lamb shoulder, pakistani chicken kebabs that came with assorted accompaniments of roasted rosemary potatoes, buttered mixed vegetables, herbed rice pilaf and spaghetti aglio olio.

You can order a cuppa or fresh fruit juices. I ended my meal with a latte and was plesantly surprised to be served a glass of latte with latte art on it! Lovely isn't it?

If you're interested, their Weekend BBQ is priced at RM96 nett with BUY 1 FREE 1 Promo (only applies for adult rate). Per child is RM 24 Nett. Kids below 5 years old eats for FREE!

The BBQ is available on weekends only from 6.30pm -11.00pm. Prior Reservation must be made before dining in. Call 03 2785 1284 for T@ste6 Restaurant.

I also went round and spotted their Infinity Pool. The Gymnasium is just right beside it and it's a great place to work out overlooking the pool.

Swiss Garden Hotel & Residences Kuala Lumpur
117 Jalan Pudu

55100 Kuala Lumpur

Telephone : (603) 21413333

Webpage : http://www.swissgarden.com