What to do in Penang

Visited Penang last week with my uni friends to hunt for some great food and shopping.

We took a bus from UUM to Butterworth, then a ferry into Penang island.

There are many public transports available so no worries, it's very convenient for tourists who do not have a car there.

So, what can you do in Penang?

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Over 50? Add These 7 Foods to Your Diet Now

By Johannah Sakimura, RD

Published May 15, 2015

As we get older, it’s not just our wardrobe and taste in music that change. After age 30, our metabolism begins to gradually decline, which means we have to be even more selective about the foods we eat. There’s less room for empty calories from sugary drinks, desserts, and snacks, and greater demand for foods with a high nutrient-to-calorie ratio. At the same time, many people develop a greater appreciation for healthy eating as they age, and they’re on the hunt for multitasking foods that can help lower blood pressure and cholesterol and protect against diseases like type 2 diabetes.

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Make your own Nasi Lemak

You are not a true Malaysian if you do not love Nasi Lemak. Nasi Lemak or Coconut infused rice is usually served with a spicy sambal, sliced cucumber, deep-fried anchovies, fried peanuts, and eggs, either hard-boiled or fried.

As foods are getting more pricey out there, isn't it great if we could make our own favorite dish at home? This version of Nasi Lemak, served with a Dried Anchovies Sambal recipe by Seasalwithfood is what I am going to share with you today. It's simple and all the ingredients can be bought from the nearest grocery store.  

INGREDIENTS
Coconut Rice
Dried Anchovies Sambal – Sambal Ikan Bilis
Cucumber, sliced
Deep-Fried Anchovies
Fried Peanuts
Hard-boiled Eggs, halved
Dried Cuttlefish Sambal With Peanuts

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Creative Foodart

In this post we collect some of most beautiful food crafts. Some of them are masterpieces. These cooks are real artists. Hope you will find this collection inspiring.

Bride and Groom Taffy Apple

iPhone Cookie

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Lemon Coconut Tarts with Homemade Lemon Curd

I have always loved tarts and pies. Crunchy on the outside with a soft refreshing taste of filling on the inside. Yums!

Today, I will share this awesome recipe of lemon coconut tarts (or are they pies?) by Anna Nienhuis. 

Bright, tangy, and fresh, these cute little pies are perfect for spring!

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Healthy Eating

Eating a healthy, balanced diet is an important part of maintaining good health, and can help you feel your best. It doesn't have to be difficult either. Just follow these eight tips to get started.

The key to a healthy diet is to do the following:

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No Bake Oreo Cheesecake

During the semester break, I tried baking for the first time!
Not exactly baking, it was a no-bake Oreo cheese cake as my microwave oven is not functioning properly (or I do not know how to work with it?). Haha.

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Salads

Chicken Caesar Salad

INGREDIENTS 

3 slices Burgen Soy-Lin bread, torn into 
bite-sized pieces

Olive oil spray
4 slices prosciutto, excess fat trimmed
2 (about 200g each) chicken breast fillets
2 baby cos lettuce, trimmed, leaves 
separated, coarsely torn
1/2 cup fresh continental parsley leaves

2 hard-boiled eggs, peeled, quartered
1 tablespoon finely grated parmesan
125ml (1/2 cup) 99% fat free caesar 
dressing

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Gordon Ramsay's Beef Wellington

Gordon Ramsay was born 8 November 1966 in Scotland but grew up in Stratford-upon-Avon, England. He is one of Britain’s most fruitful celebrity chefs. At the age of 31, Ramsey was one of three chefs in the UK to achieve and maintain three Michelin stars for his restaurant, Gordon Ramsay on Royal Hospital Road in Chelsea, London. Since then he has become internationally renowned and owns many flourishing restaurants around the world and now maintains nine Michelin stars. In 2006, he attained the OBE (Order of the British Empire awarded by Queen Elizabeth II) for services he has offered to the industry. He also has a global partnership with Royal Dalton, offering quality home and lifestyle products. 

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Black Forest Cupcake Recipe

Who doesn't love cupcakes? They are cute and sweet!

Cheesecake on cupcake? The best!

INGREDIENTS

Crust
• 12 Oreos
• 1 1/2 Tbsp salted butter, melted
Cheesecake
• 4.5 oz (3/4 cup) semi-sweet chocolate chips or chopped semi-sweet chocolate, melted and cooled slightly
• 2/3 cup granulated sugar
• 2 Tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 pinch salt
• 12 oz. cream cheese, softened well (1 1/2 8 oz. pkgs)
• 2 large eggs
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1/4 cup heavy cream
• 1/4 cup sour cream
Topping
• Store-bought (canned) or homemade cherry pie filling*
• 1 1/4 cups heavy cream
• 2 1/2 Tbsp granulated sugar
• Finely chopped or shaved chocolate, for garnish (optional)

DIRECTIONS

• For the crust:
• Preheat oven to 325 degrees. In a mixing bowl, using a fork, blend together crushed Oreos and butter. Divide mixture evenly among 12 paper lined muffin cups, adding a heaping 1 Tbsp to each. Press crumbs into an even layer. Bake in preheated oven 5 minutes. Remove from oven and allow to cool while preparing filling.
• For the cheesecake filling:
• In a mixing bowl, whisk together 2/3 cup granulated sugar, cocoa and salt until no clumps of cocoa remain. Add cream cheese to a mixing bowl and pour sugar mixture over cream cheese, then using an electric hand mixer set on low speed, whip mixture just until smooth. Mix in eggs one at a time, blending just until combined after each addition and adding in vanilla with second egg. Pour in melted chocolate and mix just until combined, then add 1/4 cup heavy cream and sour cream and mix just until combined. Forcefully tap bowl against countertop, about 30 times, to release some of the air bubbles. Divide mixture among muffin cups (over crust layer), adding about a slightly heaping 1/4 cup to each. Bake in 325 degree oven 17 - 20 minutes until centers only jiggle slightly. Remove from oven and allow to cool at room temperature 1 hour, then cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate 2 hours.
• For the topping:
• In a mixing bowl, using an electric hand mixer, whip 1 1/4 cups heavy cream until soft peaks form then add 2 1/2 Tbsp sugar and whip until stiff peaks form. Pipe or spread the heavy cream into an even layer over cupcakes then pipe a rim around edge over that layer (or if spreading whipped topping, just create a small well into the center). Spoon a heaping tablespoon (about 2 tbsp) Cherry pie filling into the center of each. Store in refrigerator in an airtight container (I preferred to let them rest about 10 minutes at room temp before serving. Also, preferably add topping within 2 hours of serving.).
• *I considered making it homemade but finding and pitting the right type of cherries didn't seem worth the hassle so I just used canned. I used about 3/4 of a 21 oz can.
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• Recipe Source: Cooking Classy

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Blueberry Belgian Waffles with Whipped Cream

A waffle is a cooked food made from a batter that consists of flour, water, baking powder, oil, and eggs. It has a gridlike appearance because it is cooked in between two hot metal plates in an electric kitchen appliance called a waffle iron. Waffles are cooked until they become golden-brown in color, with a crispy outer texture and a soft interior. Waffles are served as a breakfast or as a dessert, and they are usually served with sweet sauces or toppings.

Belgian waffles, or Brussels waffles, are made with a yeast-leavened batter. It is generally, but not always, lighter, thicker, and crispier and has larger pockets compared to other waffle varieties. 

How about some blueberry Belgian waffles with whipped cream for breakfast today?

Have a good day, fellow readers!

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Canva

Made these amazing banners for my slide show using Canva, an online graphic design website.

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Hello!

The purpose of this blog is to fulfill the requirement of STID 1103 Computer Application in Management course. Below are my personal details.

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