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Being unable to find quality products, our founders decided to create an online departmental store that sells only the best quality products so that you may be confident of your home. As all our products undergo vigorous product testing, we are able to guarantee that all products will work. We provide an additional 6 months warranty on all products purchased through us on top of their existing warranties.

11/08/2026

🍌 Your overripe bananas deserve this recipe.

Skip the usual banana bread and turn them into these Fluffy Banana Bread Pancakes instead. Soft, fluffy, and packed with cozy banana bread flavours, each pancake has golden buttery edges, melty chocolate chips, and sweet caramelized banana in every bite. Top them with butter and maple syrup for the ultimate weekend breakfast that everyone will be asking for seconds of.

🥞 Fluffy Banana Bread Pancakes Recipe

Ingredients
• 150g all-purpose flour
• 3 tbsp brown sugar
• 2 tsp baking powder
• ½ tsp baking soda
• 1 tsp cinnamon
• ¼ tsp salt
• 1 large egg
• 2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted (plus extra for the pan)
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 240ml cold buttermilk
• 2 ripe bananas, mashed
• ¼ cup chocolate chips

For Serving
• Maple syrup

Method

1. In a large bowl, mash the ripe bananas until mostly smooth, leaving a few small chunks for texture. Whisk in the egg, melted butter, vanilla extract, and buttermilk until well combined.

2. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, brown sugar, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.

3. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently fold with a rubber spatula until just combined. Don't overmix. A few lumps are exactly what you want for fluffy pancakes.

4. Heat a non stick pan over medium heat and melt about ½ tablespoon of butter.

5. Scoop about ½ cup of batter into the pan for each pancake, or adjust the size to your preference. As soon as the batter is in the pan, sprinkle a few chocolate chips on top before flipping.

6. Cook until bubbles appear on the surface and the edges look set. Flip and cook until both sides are beautifully golden brown.

7. Transfer to a plate and keep warm. Repeat with the remaining batter, adding more butter to the pan as needed.

8. Serve warm with butter, maple syrup, extra banana slices, and a sprinkle of chocolate chips for the perfect finishing touch.

📌 Save this recipe for your next cozy breakfast, weekend brunch, or whenever you have ripe bananas waiting to be used. If you make it, tag us - we'd love to see your pancake creations! 🥞🤎

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27/07/2026

🍵 Our matcha obsession finally got the upgrade it deserved. 💚

After making matcha almost every day, we realised we were constantly searching through drawers and cabinets for our whisk, sieve, scale and everything else. So we decided to create our very own dream matcha station—a dedicated space where everything we need is organised, within reach, and ready for our daily ritual.

If you've been thinking of creating your own matcha station, home café, or even a coffee corner, here are the essentials we swear by:

✨ Our Matcha Station Must-Haves
• Buydeem Electric Gooseneck Kettle 0.8L
• SOEHNLE Digital Slim Scale Page Compact 300
• UTAU Counter Drawer Horizontal Kitchen Organiser (Pure White)
• BUYDEEM Portable Glass Water Bottle with Straw 500ML
• LEIFHEIT Sterling Kitchen Sieve 7.5cm

Every item plays a part—from heating water at the right temperature and measuring the perfect amount of matcha, to sifting out clumps for a silky smooth cup and keeping everything beautifully organised. It's a simple change that makes your morning routine feel more intentional and enjoyable.

💌 Want the complete list? Comment "matcha" below and we'll send our matcha station must-haves straight to your DMs!

We hope this inspires you to create your own cozy matcha or coffee station at home—because the little rituals often become the best part of the day. 🍵✨

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29/06/2026

You either grew up hating it or you grew up to crave it. 💚

Stir-fried bitter melon with wood ear is one of those classic Chinese home-cooked dishes that almost every family knows. As kids, we would pick around the bitter melon and wonder why anyone would willingly eat something so... bitter. Fast forward a few years, and somehow it has become one of the dishes we look forward to the most.

Maybe it's because our taste buds have changed. Or maybe it's because every bite reminds us of sitting around the dinner table while Ah Ma worked her magic at the wok. No measuring cups, no recipe book, just years of experience and a whole lot of love. ❤️

It might not taste exactly like grandma's, but it still brings that same comforting feeling of home. If you're looking for an easy Chinese home-cooked recipe that's healthy, nostalgic, and perfect with a bowl of steamed rice, give this one a try!

🥢 Stir-Fried Bitter Melon with Wood Ear
Serves: 3 to 4 pax

Ingredients
• 1 bitter melon, seeded and sliced into 0.5cm thickness
• 10g dried wood ear mushroom, pre-soaked for 1 to 2 hours until softened
• 1 red chilli pepper, seeded and sliced into bite-size pieces
• 2 eggs, scrambled
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 3 Tbsp neutral oil
• White pepper, to taste
• Roasted sesame seeds, for garnish

Sauce
• 1 Tbsp oyster sauce
• 1 Tbsp light soy sauce
• 1 Tsp cornstarch
• ½ cup water

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1. Bring a pot of water to a gentle boil. Add a pinch of salt and blanch the bitter melon for 1 to 2 minutes. Remove and set aside.
2. Blanch the wood ear mushroom for 5 minutes. Drain and set aside.
3. Heat a lightly oiled wok over medium heat. Add the eggs and gently scramble until just cooked. Remove and set aside.
4. Add 2 Tbsp oil to the same wok and sauté the minced garlic until fragrant.
5. Add the bitter melon, wood ear mushroom and chilli pepper. Stir-fry for 2 to 3 minutes before returning the scrambled eggs to the wok.
6. Pour in the sauce and toss everything together until well combined.
7. Garnish with roasted sesame seeds and serve immediately with steamed white rice. 🍚✨

Some recipes don't just fill your stomach. They bring you back to a place, a person, and a moment in time. We hope this one brings a little taste of home to your table. 🏡💚

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15/06/2026

🥭 Craving Thai mango sticky rice but don't want the hassle?

This Mango Sticky Oats recipe delivers all the flavours you love — sweet mangoes, creamy coconut, and that irresistible sweet-savoury balance — in an easy, wholesome bowl that's perfect for breakfast, dessert, or an afternoon treat.

Rich, coconutty, and topped with juicy fresh mangoes, it's the ultimate recipe to make the most of mango season. ☀️🥥

Ingredients
• 45g rolled oats
• 150ml hot water
• 100ml coconut milk
• 1 tsp condensed milk
• Dash of vanilla extract (optional)
• Pinch of salt
• Fresh mango, sliced
• White sesame seeds (for garnish)

Coconut Sauce
• 100ml coconut milk
• 2 tbsp sugar
• 2 tsp cornstarch
• Pinch of salt

Instructions

1. In a saucepan over medium heat, combine rolled oats, hot water, condensed milk, vanilla extract, and salt. Cook for about 10 minutes until the oats soften.
2. Add coconut milk and reduce the heat to low. Simmer until the oats reach your desired consistency, stirring occasionally. Add extra coconut milk if needed.
3. For the coconut sauce, combine coconut milk, sugar, cornstarch, and salt in a saucepan. Cook over medium heat, whisking continuously until thickened (about 2–3 minutes).
4. Transfer the oats to a serving bowl and pour over the coconut sauce.
Top with fresh sliced mangoes and finish with a sprinkle of toasted white sesame seeds.

Creamy, comforting, and bursting with tropical flavours, this might just become your new favourite mango recipe. Save this recipe for later and share it with someone who loves mango sticky rice as much as you do. 🥭✨

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17/03/2026

🥥 Coconut Panna Cotta with Gula Melaka Syrup
Light, creamy and beautifully fragrant, this Coconut Panna Cotta with Gula Melaka Syrup is a refreshing modern twist on a familiar Southeast Asian dessert. After a hearty meal, sometimes all you need is something cool and delicate to balance things out, and this silky coconut panna cotta does exactly that.

One of the best things about this dessert is how easy it is to prepare ahead. Simply make the panna cotta the night before, keep it chilled in the fridge and drizzle the syrup just before serving. It is perfect for gatherings, dinner parties or when you want an elegant homemade dessert without the stress.

Save this recipe if you love easy coconut desserts, panna cotta recipes, gula melaka desserts and simple make ahead desserts.

Coconut Panna Cotta with Gula Melaka Syrup
Makes 4 ramekins

Coconut Panna Cotta
500 ml coconut cream
80 g granulated sugar
Pinch of salt
1 tsp vanilla bean paste or extract
Zest of 1 lime (optional)
2 tsp powdered gelatine (8 g)
2 tbsp cold water (30 ml)
Coconut oil to brush the moulds (if unmolding)

Gula Melaka Syrup
250 g palm sugar
200 ml water
3 pandan leaves, knotted

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1. Pour the cold water into a small bowl and sprinkle the powdered gelatine over it. Let it sit for a few minutes to bloom.
2. Lightly grease the ramekins with coconut oil and place them on a tray.
3. In a saucepan, gently heat the coconut cream, sugar, salt and lime zest until the sugar dissolves. Do not let it boil.
4. Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla and bloomed gelatine. Whisk until the gelatine fully dissolves. If needed, warm gently over low heat.
5. Strain the mixture through a fine sieve and pour into the ramekins for a silky smooth texture. Refrigerate for at least 5 hours or preferably overnight.
6. Serve in the ramekin or unmold by dipping the ramekin halfway into hot water for 10 to 15 seconds before flipping onto a plate.
7. Gula Melaka Syrup: Break the palm sugar into smaller pieces. Knot the pandan leaves.
8. Bring the water to a gentle boil in a small pot over medium low heat. Add pandan leaves and palm sugar and simmer until the sugar dissolves and the syrup thickens slightly.
9. Remove pandan leaves, strain the syrup and let it cool completely before storing in a clean jar in the fridge.
10. Serve directly in the ramekin or unmold by dipping the ramekin halfway into hot water for 10 to 15 seconds. Flip onto a plate and gently shake to release.

Drizzle the gula melaka syrup over the chilled panna cotta and enjoy this creamy coconut dessert. ✨

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12/03/2026

Ayam Masak Merah — the dish that always disappears first at the table. 🍗✨

If you’ve ever been to a Hari Raya gathering, you’ll know exactly what we mean. The moment this rich, glossy red gravy hits the table, plates start piling up with rice and chicken. Sweet, savoury, slightly spicy, and deeply aromatic — it’s one of those kampung classics that every makcik seems to have perfected.

If you’re planning your Raya menu or simply craving a hearty home-cooked meal, save this recipe for later.

🍗 Ayam Masak Merah Recipe
Serves: 6 pax

Chicken Marinade
1 kg chicken, cut into bite-sized pieces
1 tsp turmeric powder
1 tsp salt

Base Paste (Rempah)
1 large onion, quartered
5 cloves garlic
1 inch ginger, chopped
1 lemongrass, sliced into thin rings
10 dried chillies, soaked for 20–30 minutes
¼ cup water (for blending)

Sauce & Aromatics
2 tbsp vegetable oil
3 tbsp tomato puree (thick concentrated paste)
3 tbsp sambal (adjust to preference)
½ cup fresh tomatoes
½ cup water, or as needed
2 tsp sugar, or to taste
1 medium cinnamon stick
3 cloves
1 star anise
Salt to taste

Garnish
Handful of coriander
Fried shallots

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1️⃣ Marinate chicken with turmeric and salt for 1 hour (or at least 15–20 minutes).

2️⃣ Blend onion, garlic, ginger, lemongrass and soaked dried chillies into a fairly fine paste, adding ¼ cup water if needed. Set aside.

3️⃣ Heat oil in a wok over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken in batches for 1–2 minutes per side, then remove from the pan.

4️⃣ Using the same pan, fry the cinnamon stick, cloves and star anise over low heat for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Increase heat to medium-high and add the blended paste. Stir continuously for 2 minutes until the oil begins to split.

5️⃣ Add tomato puree, sambal and fresh tomatoes. Stir well until the sauce becomes thick and uniform. Add the chicken, sugar and salt to taste, coating the meat thoroughly in the sauce.

6️⃣ Reduce heat to medium-low and allow the chicken to cook in the gravy for 5–10 minutes. If the sauce thickens too quickly, add water gradually until you reach your preferred gravy consistency.

7️⃣ Garnish with coriander and fried shallots, then serve hot with steamed rice.

This Ayam Masak Merah is rich, fragrant, and packed with flavour — the kind of traditional home-cooked dish that brings everyone back to the table. Perfect for Raya feasts, weekend family dinners, or whenever you’re craving a comforting classic. ❤️

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09/03/2026

Golden, crispy Tahu Begedil — a delicious twist on the classic begedil that’s perfect for Ramadan iftar spreads, Hari Raya gatherings, or as a comforting homemade snack.

Instead of the usual potato patties, this version stuffs a savoury, spiced potato filling into tofu puffs before frying them until beautifully golden. The result? Crispy tofu on the outside, fluffy and flavourful potato on the inside, with fragrant coriander, nutmeg and savoury minced beef bringing everything together.

Serve it as a side dish with nasi lemak, lontong, mee rebus, or enjoy it on its own dipped in a spicy chilli soy sauce. It’s the kind of dish that disappears quickly at the table — so you might want to make extra.

Tahu Bergedil
Makes 22 Tahu Bergedil

Ingredients:
• 500g Holland potatoes, peeled & sliced (1" thickness)
• 200g fried round tofu puffs (~22 pcs)
• 200g minced beef
• 20g coriander leaves, roughly chopped
• 40g fried shallots, roughly chopped (~3 shallots)
• 2 eggs, beaten
• 5–6 tbsp oil (adjust as needed)
• 1 tsp ground nutmeg
• 2 tsp salt
• 2 tsp pepper

🌶 Dipping Sauce
• 5 chilli padi
• 1 garlic clove, fried till golden
• ½ tbsp sugar
• 2 tbsp soy sauce
• ½ tbsp lemon/lime juice

👩‍🍳 Instructions
1️⃣ Cook minced beef (without oil) over medium heat until browned and dry. Set aside.
2️⃣ In the same pan, heat oil for 2 mins. Fry potatoes until cooked through (not too brown). Drain, then mash while warm using the Joseph Joseph Helix potato ricer.
3️⃣ Snip an “X” into each tofu puff, remove excess filling and set aside.
4️⃣In a large bowl, combine mashed potatoes, coriander, beef, tofu puff inners, fried shallots, nutmeg, salt & pepper. Mix well before stuffing each tofu puff generously with the potato mixture.
5️⃣ Coat each piece in beaten egg. Shallow/deep fry over medium heat until light golden brown (about 15–20 seconds per side).

Serve hot with the chilli sauce and enjoy this crispy, flavourful Ramadan and Hari Raya favourite with family and friends.

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06/03/2026

Every family has their own Sambal Goreng recipe… and this one has been passed down by our makciks for years 🥹🌙

It’s the kind of dish you’ll always find on the table during Ramadan iftar and Hari Raya open house. Spicy, savoury, slightly sweet, packed with crispy tempeh, golden tofu, long beans and juicy prawns simmered in rich coconut milk. It’s hearty, nostalgic and tastes even better the next day. Perfect with a big plate of white rice and good company.

Here’s the full recipe for you to recreate at home:

Sambal Goreng (Serves 6 pax)

Ingredients
200 g tofu, sliced into 1" cubes
200 g tempeh, sliced into 1" cubes
200 g long beans or French beans, sliced into 2" lengths
8–9 shrimps, deveined and shelled
2 tbsp dried chilli paste
3–4 makrut lime leaves (optional)
1 stalk lemongrass, bruised and halved
2 tbsp tamarind paste
5 tbsp vegetable oil
1 tsp salt, or to taste
1 tsp sugar, or to taste
125 ml coconut milk, or to taste

Blended Base Paste (Rempah)
4–5 shallots or 1 medium onion
2–3 cloves garlic
10 bird’s eye chilli
1/2 inch ginger
1/2 inch galangal
1 lemongrass inner white core
1/4 cup water

Instructions

1. Blend all rempah ingredients until smooth.
2. Fry tofu in 2 tbsp oil until golden. Remove. Fry tempeh until golden. Remove.
3. Sauté rempah, tamarind paste, chilli paste and lemongrass until fragrant and oil splits.
4. Add long beans, tofu and tempeh. Stir-fry, then add prawns.
5. Pour in coconut milk, add lime leaves, salt and sugar. Simmer 3–4 minutes until beans are tender.

Save this easy Hari Raya recipe and add it to your festive menu. A true Malaysian and Indonesian classic that brings everyone back to the table 💛

🐎✨ Galloping into Lunar New Year 2026 with Full Hearts & Fresh Beginnings ✨🐎As we welcome the Year of the Horse, we’re w...
17/02/2026

🐎✨ Galloping into Lunar New Year 2026 with Full Hearts & Fresh Beginnings ✨🐎

As we welcome the Year of the Horse, we’re wishing you a year filled with strength, freedom, resilience, and forward momentum — the kind that carries you closer to the life (and home) you’re building, one meaningful moment at a time.

May 2026 bring you warm homes, fuller tables, stronger bonds, and everyday wins worth celebrating! Whether that’s finally mastering a new recipe, hosting your first reunion dinner, or simply slowing down to savour a quiet cup of tea with the people who matter most.

From our home to yours, thank you for letting us be part of your journey — guiding you through life’s little moments, big milestones, and everything in between. We can’t wait to keep cheering you on as you create spaces that hold memories, relationships, and stories for years to come.

🧧 Happy Lunar New Year!
May the Year of the Horse carry you forward with confidence, joy, and plenty of reasons to gather again soon.

新年快乐，万事如意，阖家安康! 🏮✨

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