CHICK-IN, BRUNEI
We’re crowing with joy! Come here for quality feasts at Brunei’s only Thai-style Fried Chicken restaurant! Think JUICY fried chicken legs loaded with fried shallots and the addictive dipping sauce that is all the quintessential flavours of authentic Thai cuisine. Fresh ingredients are sourced locally to maintain high quality food, but much of the imported Thai ingredients give Chick-In its unmistakable taste.
But it’s much more than just Thai food at Chick-In. Flavour packed burgers like the Classic Chicken with Mushroom sauce, delicious Tom Yum noodles and of course, the best part of any meal — DESSERT! There’s amazing technical skill in their Red ruby which holds true to the original Thai version with smoked Coconut Milk and all natural ingredients. Ice cream lovers will die for the Pang Yen, similar to Korean Bingsu. Topped with crunchy biscuit and wafer sticks, it’s always a party in your tummy at Chick-In!
They also do their best to provide the safest eating experience for kids with their food=grade printed packing so all you get is the great taste of Chick-In and no nasties.
IG: @chickin.bn | Unit B1, Lot 18985, Simpang 42, Jalan Mulaut, Bandar Seri Begawan
DAPOER SUMATRA, BRUNEI
Growing from their original single menu of pempek lenjer, the owners of Dapoer Sumatra found a growing fan base for food from the home of the Padang cuisine which is famous for its use of coconut milk and spicy chilli. Essential Sumatran dishes such as Sate Padang, Soto Padang, Nasi Padang, Pindang Patin, dominate the rotating menu with more dishes from across the Indonesian archipelago being included so customers will never get bored trying a different dish every day!
Go for the packed Nasi Rendang and Nasi Padang Belado, but beware, the heat packs a punch. Their rendang meat is cooked at a low temperature for approximately eight hours for tender meat and the spices are absorbed until the final chew. It’s typically black in colour — the flavours are incredibly intense and the spice level may knock your socks off. If you’re adventurous, the Gulai Kikil or Kulit Sapi is actually deliciously soft and fatty, with a great coating of creating curry. They’re on a tapau basis only and quickly sell out pre-orders.
IG: @dapoer_sumatra.bn
WAREHOUSE 32 KK (SERVES ALCOHOL), SABAH
For unique and delicious dining experience, Warehouse 32 KK in Sadong Jaya never disappoints! This Western Fusion restaurant is actually set in a warehouse lot and wonderfully decorated for a fun and vibrant atmosphere. While there serve no pork on the menu, there is a bar and alcohol on the menu. Dip into their great sides like the Mentai Fries absolutely drenched in thick Mentai Mayo of the newly launched menu that includes crowd favourites like Steak and Chimichurri Sauce. If you’re after something with an Asian twist, you’ll be singing Rice, Rice, Baby! after trying the yummy Cheese Baked Rice and Mentai Rice series which all come loaded with sauce and plenty of toppings like a soft-shell crab or juicy chicken and lamb. With all that space, it’s the perfect setting for a big party or event to celebrate every occasion.
IG: @warehouse32kk | Warehouse, Lot 32, Lorong Karamunsing, Sadong Jaya, 88100 Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, Malaysia
NANA DESSERT CAFE, SABAH
Stop into NANA Dessert Cafe at Jesselton Quay @ Gallery Shoppes to refuel and refresh thanks to the cozy, aesthetic ambience. Their famed Bingsu is a real treat to have on a hot day, especially the Injeolmi Pat Bingsu, full of yummy red bean paste which earns our Asian seal of approval for being not too sweet!
Want some serious sugar? Their Macarons and bakes also come highly recommended. Of course, caffeine is the beverage of choice here. Try the unusual Pandan Coconut Latte that reminds us of an Onde-Onde dessert, or the highly rated Matcha Latte that has the good earthiness of matcha balanced against sweet steamed milk. New on their menu are filling bagels and mains like pastas for whatever your stomach craves.
