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Editor’s Note So thank you for being a part of our lives, supporting BiG and being a loyal friend for the past 10 years. We would like to celebrate BiG’s birthday with you at our ‘BiG 10th Anniversary Celebration’ this January, so look out for our advertisements and announcements over the radio and social media because something big is definitely coming and we would like you to join us for this big, BiG event.

As you have been with us every step of the way, we want to thank you by making BiG better than before. We start off the year with a vibrant new look for the January issue. We’ve turned on the fun switch and revamped the insides, and we’ve filled the pages with more interesting stories of life in Borneo. And of course, you will still find the precious nuggets of information on everybody’s favourite pastime – eating out.

Even with the new look, BiG is still your old trusty guide to getting-to-know Brunei and our neighbours. Now sold throughout Malaysia, you can still keep in touch with the Borneo scene from afar with BiG. So pick up a copy of BiG from our special magazine stands at the Coffee Bean and Tea Leaf outlets in Times Square and Supa Save Beribi, Bello Café and the Brunei Airport Departure Hall.

Thank you for supporting BiG all these years and we look forward to spending many more with you.

biG stands for Borneo Insider’s Guide. It is a quarterly magazine that aims to entertain and share with readers the best there is to offer on lifestyle and travel in enigmatic Borneo and beyond. It is distributed at travel fairs, international events and Brunei high commissions abroad.

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BEAUFORT 60K ULTRA MARATHON Sabah

An extreme outdoor ultra marathon that takes place on the plains of Klias, taking participants from Beaufort to the coastlines of Kuala Penyu – this is a beautiful race to run, and also one of the toughest!

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Pauline Chan Assistant Editor

Intan Abu Daniel Designer

Novri Rinaldi Editorial

Pamela Fletcher Chang Yi Thanis Lim Sales & Marketing

Bina Chauhan Brunei | biG contact@borneoinsidersguide.com T: (673) 2331031 F: (673) 2231031 Unit 49, Second Floor Haji Munchit & Hajah Dayang Rapiah Complex Kg Jaya Setia, Berakas, BD2713 Brunei Darussalam

The opinions, beliefs and viewpoints expressed by the various writers in this magazine do not necessarily reflect the opinions, beliefs and viewpoints of biG Magazine.

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biG is available at the arrival hall of Brunei International Airport, Brunei Tourism offices, Royal Brunei Airlines business class, all hotels, popular food and beverage outlets and foreign missions in Brunei. biG has a distribution network in the neighbouring states through the Sabah and Sarawak Tourism Boards as well as via prominent hotels in the respective capitals. Besides being Brunei’s very own publication for bridging its residents with a myriad of commercial and cultural offerings within the country, each issue also serves as the world’s window into the rich tapestry of Borneo’s life and culture.

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etting to 10 is a huge milestone for us - we wouldn’t be celebrating our 10th birthday if not for you, dear readers. Since our first publication in 2006, our mission has been to bring the best of Borneo to you - first with the Brunei Insider’s Guide, and then with Borneo Insider’s Guide - and help local enterprises reach their customers, and again, that’s you!

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The leading consumer and trade event in Brunei Darussalam, the Brunei Consumer Fair showcases a wide range of products and services. Held at the International Convention Centre (ICC), this will be the 17th edition of this extremely popular bi-annual event.

All over the world, the Chinese will welcome the Year of the Monkey on the first day of the Chinese New Year with traditional lion dances, feasts and firecrackers crackling through the night! Celebrations will continue until the fifteenth day, when the moon is at its brightest.

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The Beach Bunch second trail challenge offers participants two routes to complete: 21km and a 42km route which takes one through sandy beaches, Bukit Shahbandar and the McFarm trail before finishing at Tungku Beach.

ULTIMATE TOURNAMENT

The 7th instalment of this popular frisbee tournament will see players from this region and beyond squaring off against one another on Sukma Fields in the vicinity of Likas Stadium.

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The streets of Bandar Seri Begawan come alive with the celebrations for Brunei’s 32nd National Day as locals and visitors gather at the city centre to watch the grand parade and enjoy the fireworks. www.bruneitourism.travel | www.sabahtourism.com | www.sarawaktourism.com

MIRI COUNTRY MUSIC FESTIVAL 2016 Sarawak

Time to dust off that ol’ cowboy hat and put it on for the Miri Country Music Festival (MCMF) which is back again for another knee slappin’ good time!

C o n t en t s biG dates Get out and about; let us show you what you can do around Borneo this quarter. biG scoop We scour around town and discover the newest and best products for you to love and desire this quarter. biG feature Take a closer look at what the Borneo Islanders are up to. biG trail Follow our plucky writers as they bring you stories from around Borneo. biG focus See who and

what we’re pointing our cameras at. biG buzz We put our ears up and find out what is buzzing in town. made in Borneo We learn more about inspiring locals who have made their mark in Borneo.

out our food journeys. biG listings We make a list of places to eat, drink and chill. biG essentials Here are some helpful tips for visitors just stepping onto our shores.

biG getaway Expand your horizons.

Pack your bags and explore beyond our shores.

biG navigator Find your bearings in Bandar Seri Begawan, Kota Kinabalu and Kuching with our walking maps of hot spots around the capital.

biG appetite We try the food so you can follow suit. Check

biG screen See what’s playing in the movies around town.

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A Facelift for Vento The remodeled and revamped Volkswagen Vento made a grand debut at the Maju Motors showroom on 26 September 2015.

Slightly longer, a little bit wider and a heck of a lot sexier, the newly designed best-selling Volkswagen model in Brunei is ready to get on the road in style.

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Whatever the season and wherever the location, a picnic is always a good idea! Have your meal with a view of the great outdoors - dust off that picnic basket, pack up your favourite food, sit yourself down and share a perfect picnic lunch with your nearest and dearest.

Juicing with a Twist Here’s a whole new concept to the idea of juicing. At Beesket – a South Korean juice franchise – customers take their pick of fruits and vegetables presented in capsules and hand them to the Beesket team to prepare the juice.

At the same time, a score card of vitamins, fibre and minerals present in their choice of juices is produced.

The end result is delicious and assuredly nutritious.

Beesket is available at: KB Sentral Shopping Centre Jalan Pandan Lima, Kuala Belait Brunei

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1 Cupcakes from Kitchen of Jasmine by Aranda Café #17 Blk E Atiya Complex Jerudong, Brunei (673) 899 7333 2 Picnic Basket from Euro Classic Collection 1st Flr The Centrepoint Hotel Gadong, Brunei (673) 243 1119 3 Cold-Pressed Juices from Hip n’ Healthy; orders@hipandhealthy.net, (673) 824 9999 4 & 7 Lamingtons and Sourdough Sandwich from Brew Café & Bakery #47 Grd Flr Blk C Gadong Central Menglait, Brunei (673) 242 7554 5 Macarons from Fleur-de-lys Bakeshop C5 Kiarong Complex, Brunei (673) 245 1851 6 Cookies from One Smart Cookie @one.smart.cookie

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Quick and Easy T’s Have anything to say? Declare it loud and proud – on a t-shirt! Isaac Spade Clothesline (ISC) is the one-stop shop to get your tees done your way. Think about what you want on your t-shirt, choose a font, choose a size, choose a colour and in twenty minutes, you’ll have a t-shirt that’s uniquely yours.

Isaac Spade Clothesline (ISC) Store PC16 Grd Flr Times Square Shopping Complex Berakas, BSB, Brunei Darussalam Tel: (673) 885 8061 Facebook: Isaac Spade Clothesline

Swing, Swing, Swing A sports café with a difference, The Swing Factory proves that you can now have your cake and improve your swing while you’re at it. This is the first place in Kuching to offer e-Golf (or electronic golf) - a simulation with stunning graphics that allows golfers to practise their game while producing a detailed analysis of each shot. It gives golfers a truly authentic experience

away from the real greens.

And to top it off, they also offer an array of delicious Western cuisine for hungry golfers.

Now that’s what we call a sensational ‘Hole-in-One’!

The Swing Factory 1st Flr, Sublot 11, Lot 11073, Section 64 S3 Curve, Jln Spg Tiga, 93350 Kuching, Sarawak Tel: (6017) 899 0515

Make a fashion statement with the trendiest head toppers in town from The Cap City. Cap lovers and collectors can have their pick of snazzy snapbacks, fitted caps, knits and bandanas from over 10 imported international brands such as New Era, Stussy, Undefeated, HUG, DC, Hater Snapback, as well as The Cap City’s own home brand, Negative.

This is their fourth branch since they opened in KL, Selangor and Brunei with an all-original product range that is sure to make you stand out in a crowd.

The Cap City Lot 10, 1st Flr, Blk G, 88 Marketplace 88300 Kota Kinabalu, Sabah Tel: (6016) 881 1564 Instagram: @thecapcity Borneo.Insider’s.Guide

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feature selected by the team It has been an illustrious 10 years since Borneo Insider’s Guide first hit the newsstands and we thought it would be a treat to feature BiG magazine in this issue by sharing some of our favourite articles over the years.

From mysteries in the depths of Borneo waters and books about Borneo to valuable bird’s nests and adventures in Kiulu, read on and find out our top 10 favourite articles from BiG magazine.

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What a Wreck!

July-September 2010 issue

Written by Wong Thye Sing of Poni Divers

A fascinating account of what lies beneath Brunei waters, experienced diver Wong Thye Sing takes readers for a dive into the ‘Australian Wreck’, previously named the S.S. De Klerk. Made in Amsterdam in 1900, the S.S. De Klerk’s journey began as a passenger ship before it was converted into a troop carrier by the Royal Dutch Navy in Indonesia, and then salvaged by the Japanese and renamed ‘Imaji Maru’ before the ship met its tragic end, taking 339 souls with it. What A Wreck! takes you through this mystifying ship wreck, where Wong Thye Sing chances upon vibrant marine life – and even human bones – and highlights other wrecks and dive sites that can be found in Borneo waters.

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Good-nest Gracious!

October-December 2010 issue

Written by Heidi Munan One of the most luxurious health foods in the world, Chinese physicians and gourmets have long considered these shell-shaped nests as medicine and delicacy, and are willing to pay well for it.

Two species of swiftlets attach their nests to the high roof vaults of Niah Cave in Sarawak and through the centuries, men have risked their lives climbing 200 feet up to retrieve these nests – made from the birds’ own gelatinous saliva. In Good-nest Gracious!, Heidi Munan conveys a very informative and entertaining article about bird’s nests, starting from its origins, its benefits to your health, its lucrative trade, and even how to prepare a good bowl of medicinal bird’s nest drink!

River Journeys of Sabah

Borneo in Books

April-June 2011 issue

April-June 2012 issue

Written by Pamela Fletcher

Written by Peter Adkins

The rivers in Sabah are fast flowing on the west coast but slow and languid in the east, and this is where you get to enjoy the best of both worlds. Kiulu River is the closest to Kota Kinabalu and its mild, white water is perfect for families with young children while the Padas River pumps up the power with its Grade 3-4 white water. The Klias River on the west coast flows through a floodplain and has been developed for wildlife cruising, much like the Kinabatangan River on the east coast which is famed for its abundance of wildlife. River Journeys of Sabah takes you through the watery highlights with snippets about the history and culture of the people living along these liquid highways of Sabah.

Freelance writer and English Literature student Peter Adkins counts down the top ten best books about Borneo in this issue, which includes the witty travelogue recounting James Fenton’s journey to find the elusive Bornean rhinos in ‘Into the Heart of Borneo’ by Redmon O’Hanlon, colonial literature about the exploits of a Dutch trader stationed in Sarawak in ‘Almayer’s Folly’ by Joseph Conrad, a light-hearted parttravelogue part-graphical novel of one man’s decision to leave Hong Kong to make for the longhouses and rainforest of Sarawak in ‘Bumbling Through Borneo’ by Tom Schmidt, and a collection of historical accounts in Brunei by Rozan Yunos. Borneo in Books highlights a list of books that anyone interested in Borneo should know about!

Journey to the Tip of Borneo October-December 2011 issue

Written by Rosie Russell Two seas – the Sulu and Sulawesi – meet at Simpang Mengayau, the northern most tip of Sabah and Borneo Island, to breathtaking vistas of long white sand beaches merging into the rocky headland, and a sky drenched in bright orange and red hues at sunset. The indigenous Rungus tribe has lived here for centuries and although only a handful of their traditional longhouse dwellings exist today, their culture is kept alive through cottage industries producing gongs, honey and handicraft, as well as through their music and dance. Journey to the Tip of Borneo is an account of the early days of Kudat and how it rose from a sleepy town to a tourist destination popular for its beautiful beaches and music.

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Kiulu Thrills & Spills

January-March 2014 issue

Written by Pamela Fletcher

The Big Welcome – Celebrating the Lunar New Year January-March 2013 issue

Written by Pauline Chan

Borneo’s Avian Kings

October-December 2012 issue

Written by Peter Adkins

The island of Borneo is home to over 622 species of birds – 49 endemic to Borneo – and it comes as no surprise that more and more photographers and birders have fallen into the bird-watching scene. In Borneo’s Avian Kings, Peter Adkins sits down with Sabah-based bird-watcher and photographer TS Wong, who published the photographic compendium of Borneo’s avifauna: A Naturalist’s Guide to the Birds of Borneo – a full-colour easyto-use photographic guide to bird species most commonly seen in Borneo (covering Brunei, Sabah, Sarawak and Kalimantan), it is detailed enough to satisfy any ornithologist and yet simple enough for any first-time birder to understand.

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BiG’s editor Pauline explains the meanings behind the Chinese New Year traditions that are observed during the fifteen days of celebrations in The Big Welcome – Celebrating the Lunar New Year.

She talks about the auspicious food eaten during this time to maximize health, happiness and prosperity, and the meanings behind symbolic decorations like pineapples, gold coins, dragons and red lanterns, and she also tells you the origins behind the giving of red money packets hong bao (or ‘ang pow’) and the importance of mandarin oranges. A colourful and informative 6-page guide to help you usher in the Lunar New Year!

‘Eat Up While It’s Cool!’

January-March 2013 issue

Written by Heidi Munan

From the observation of birds sounds at dawn prior to harvesting crops or building a new longhouse (listened with sharp ears by augurs and villagers alike who are ready to strike the gong at the sound of the right tune), to old wives’ tales on what is good for you (rolling a boiled egg up and down a patient’s affected anatomy to remove ‘wind’) and what is bad for you (nice cold drinks for a fever is a no-no, drink the cup of lukewarm water with ginger juice in it), Heidi Munan tells you all about the traditional remedies for health.

Written in Heidi’s inimitable style – Eat Up While It’s Cool will leave you in stitches!

Kiulu Thrills & Spill highlights adventures in Kiulu – a popular adventure destination just 45 minutes north-east of Kota Kinabalu. One of the most popular activities is white-water rafting at the Kiulu River – a grade I-II river with just enough rapids to make it an exciting ride for grown-ups and children. A sports and adventure course offers a flying fox that glides across the river, an 18m challenge tower with an abseil/climbing wall and a high-rope challenge course.

Cycling tours through Kiulu and Tamparuli, trekking and paragliding off the top of Ruhiang Hill, and extreme adventure challenges organized in the Kiulu-Ruhiang villages make this village a must-visit for adrenaline junkies who need to get their fix of fun.

Folklores & Legends of Brunei July-September 2015 issue

Written by Intan Abu Daniel

Brunei has its share of fantastical legends, but believe it or not, some of these tales are known to have an historical basis. Folklores & Legends of Brunei features some of the most popular and interesting stories that explain the legend behind each landmark in Brunei such as the sad story of the spurned mother and her ungrateful son Nakhoda Manis from the legend of Jong Batu; the fantastical tale of two mountains coveting a precious dragonstone from the legend of Bukit Tempayan Pisang and the vicious cockfight between Mutiara and Asmara from the legend of Lumut Lunting Island. These folklores were written with the help and expertise of Dr Maslin Hj Jukin – a lecturer from Universiti Brunei Darussalam.

If you’re interested in obtaining a copy of these issues, feel free to contact us at (673) 2331031 or (673) 2335031 or you can e-mail to: contact@chmpmedia.com

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BiG snapshot This photo of three rice farmers was taken at a padi field at the Institute of Brunei Technical Education Wasan Vocational School in Kg Limau Manis.

About the photographer: Teja Maulana is a freelance photographer from Bandung, Indonesia, and photography has been his hobby for the past six years.

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Zoning in on Brunei-Muara District We list down our favourite places to eat, sleep, shop, see and do in the Brunei-Muara district.

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Eat It can be said that you haven’t truly experienced Bruneian cuisine unless you’ve ventured out into the colourful world of hawker stalls or tamu. If you want to try any tamu in Brunei we would recommend going through Taman Selera. At night, this place attracts all sorts of hungry souls searching for a fix of ayam penyet, ayam bakar, lamb satay and cheap – but good – seafood meals. Just pick a table, choose a stall, order your meal and when it arrives, tuck into your meal under the stars. Opposite Radisson Hotel Brunei, located near St. George School, BSB. There are plenty of Italian restaurants in Brunei but for

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a good plate of pasta, we turn to Din’s Bistro, which uses handmade pasta. The place is in a quiet corner of busy Gadong where you can artfully avoid the traffic jam. Italian is not the main cuisine served here and they also serve up a mean burger, crunchy churros, and some of the best onion rings you’ll ever taste. 8 Blk E Grd Flr Abd Razak Complex.

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Sleep To experience authentic Bruneian hospitality we would direct you away from the city, onto a boat and into the cozy surroundings of Kunyit 7 Lodge – a bed and breakfast located in Kampong Ayer, Brunei’s iconic water village. The owner of the lodge, Dk Kemariah, will tell you

all you need to know about the history of Kampong Ayer, while you sip on iced tea and watch the sun set over the Brunei Bay. Jetty 2 Kg Bakut Berumput, BSB (straight ahead if you take a boat from the jetty at Kaizen Waterfront), Tel: 871 3714 These days it’s always a good idea to consider a staycation, and the Mangrove Paradise Resort caters to that notion perfectly.

Situated in Jalan Kota Batu, the resort is only a 10 minute drive away from the capital yet is located amid such serene surroundings that you feel like you’re in another country. Their two-storey villas – only just launched late last year – offers guests a glimpse of the Kampong Ayer life while retaining the comfort of a resort villa stay.

Spg 912, Kg Sungai Belukut, Jln Kota Batu, Tel: 278 6868

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Nowadays Muslim women shatter stereotypes in extremely chic ways while still able to retain their modesty and stay true to their faith. Rai Ranie Boutique

caters to the modern Muslimah offering a range of sophisticated kaftans, flutters, skirts, and accessories that are designed and made locally. The boutique is open weekends from 2pm5pm and is located at #2, 1st Flr, Spg 636, Jln Gadong, Kg Jangsak, BSB. These are the days of the vinyl revival, and as music-lovers, the owners of Do It Good Records knew the time was ripe to open a vinyl record store in Brunei.

But before you start furiously thumbing through the records on the shelf, stop at the entrance and take a look at the stack of CDs they have for sale. These are albums produced by local groups and they are definitely worth your time, ears, and money. #7 Grd Flr Blk A Q-Lap Complex Kg Kiulap, BSB With domestic fashion on the rise in Brunei, it was just a matter of time before the urban t-shirts that feature dominantly on your Instagram feed start showing up in brick and mortar shops. Displaying a range of locally designed t-shirts

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and accessories, Uneek Skate Shop and LokalGround are here to pave the way for homegrown brands to find their way into every youth’s closet in Brunei. Both shops are located on the 1st Flr, The Souq, Airport Mall, Kg Jaya Setia, BSB. Shopping with a conscience never looked this good. Looking for a gift idea or maybe just a little something with your name on it?

Pick out a notebook, bottle, box or any other item at Needs B Major and they will customise it with your name or logo. Whatever the design, be assured that any item purchased from this store will be a unique, stylish and very ethical choice. #10 1st Flr Seri Qlap Mall, Kg Kiulap, BSB. The recently opened Hallyu Korean Mart in Batu Bersurat caters strictly to the Korean fans, selling ice-creams, noodles, mayonnaise, jams, syrups and sauces, oils and vinegars, even toiletries, all from the land of K-pop and kimchi. #4 Grd

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Flr Blk K Pengkalan Gadong Complex, Batu Bersurat, BSB. Recently opened Health Food store Lifestream Organic goes above and beyond your traditional organic food shop, they offer natural retreat programmes which includes the natural removal of kidney and gallbladder stones, liver detox and also Biodynamic Juice Fasting packages for those who want to recharge their body with a juice fast. Aside from offering healthy nutrition food, the store owner, Jacinta Yau, who is also a Cambridge Weight Plan weight management consultant, welcomes inquiries and provides free consultations and health checks. But as a store on its own, Lifestream Organic is a one-stop shop with healthy food options delivered all the way from Europe, New Zealand, the United States and also from Malaysia. #4 Grd Flr Blk C, Setia Kenangan 2, Kiulap, Tel: 223 1178

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Stand Up Paddling (SUP) boarding is one of the fastest growing water sports in the world and only needs two things to get you started: a board and a paddle. If the idea of paddling on a board through Brunei waters is appealing to you (as it should be), F & H Watersport Services offers a one-day SUP basic training course to get you started. The owners, also SUP-ers themselves, sell a range of starboards and other SUP accessories to help you take that first paddle in the water. F & H Watersports showroom is currently under renovation and will re-open early next year, located at Jln Pasar Baru Gadong, Bangunan Hj Majid Mohd, Jln Gadong. For more information on their course and their boards, contact Hassan Salleh at (673) 720 3829.

For something fun, familyoriented and indoors, challenge your mental acuity and physical agility at the Escapee Room, the first ever escape room in Brunei.

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6. Uneek Skate Shop offers clothes and accessories by local brands 7. A range of sophisticated Muslimah clothing are made locally at Rai Ranie Boutique 8. CDs of local bands can be found at Do It Good Records 9. Calligraphy from Little Red Designs 10. Mystery and fun at the Escapee Room 11. Organic food shopping at Lifestream Organic 12. The serene Tanjung Batu 13. Brand it your own - recyclable items from Needs B Major 14. Stand Up Paddling on Brunei waters

See Sit down and witness a spectacular sunset view at Tanjung Batu, located in Kg Tanjung Batu in Muara. You can enjoy a leisurely, windy stroll on the cement boardwalk curving along the pristine coastline with rocky shores without getting sand in your sneakers, and simply enjoy the view. You will likely encounter a few fishermen in this area, and during the Monsoon season (mid-November to February), you can find a small but thriving surfing community riding the waters here.

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The idea is simple, even if the execution sounds complicated: participants enter a room, the door slams shut and the clock starts ticking. The participants then have to find their way out by solving a series of riddles and following a series of clues before time runs out. #F3 Setia Kenangan II, Blk F, Kg Kiulap, BSB or call (673) 828 7778.

Christine of Little Red Designs started a calligraphy workshop with the notion that a handwritten note is far better than an e-mail, and she will show you the basics to get you on the road to becoming a master calligrapher – or at least someone who can write really pretty words.

If you love the art form but would rather not indulge, they also offer calligraphy writing on anything from paper to cookies! For more information and updates on their workshops, e-mail littleredesigns@gmail.com, check out the Instagram @littleredesigns or visit www.littleredesigns.com.

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northern tip of Borneo 3. Bird’s nests are collected inside Madai Caves 4. En route to Long Pasia in the south of Sabah, close to the Sarawak border

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Overlanding Sabah Made Easy Overlanding through Sabah’s often intimidating but always beautiful landscape has all the ingredients for an exciting adventure with twists, turns and heart-stopping action. The rough terrain and basic living conditions on the road might seem intimidating for the less than hard-core 4x4 enthusiast but fear not, there’s now an easier way to overland and discover Sabah at your own pace.

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he Borneo Expedition, a newly launched series of overland 4x4 expeditions, was created to develop, document and promote sustainable overland routes in Borneo with each expedition comprising an exhilarating experience designed to promote key destinations of significant geological, ecological, cultural and historical importance.

The first expedition of the series kicks off in May 2016 with a journey covering 1,500km over eight days to explore Sabah’s top nature adventure destinations. Most sections of the route are graded from easy to medium with a few challenging sections included to capture the adrenaline rush of a highlevel off-road expedition but all within safety limits to ensure the

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experience will be both realistic and memorable.

In keeping with sustainable green lane practices, roads that traverse through forest reserves have been carefully plotted and approved to minimize environmental damage with well-organised camping sites to provide the necessary facilities for a comfortable stopover at the end of each day.

Overlanding is all about the freedom to explore off the beaten track and to enjoy the rustic beauty of natural attractions along the route. Be prepared to trek through the rainforests of the Maliau Basin and Imbak Canyon, shoot the white water rapids of the Padas River, cruise the Kinabatangan River in search of wildlife, hike to scenic waterfalls and take a nostalgic ride on

the only train line in Borneo. A community project in one of the remote villages will be added to the itinerary to give participants a deeper appreciation of the cultural significance of the expedition.

A full-colour coffee table book documenting every aspect of the journey will be published to inspire other travelers to see Sabah from a different perspective. A detailed route map will also be included to help guide local and international overlanding enthusiasts to discover Sabah in the best possible way – on the roads less travelled with friends, family and a whole lot of fun.

For more information of The Borneo Expedition, log on to www.theborneoexpedition.com/2015/

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On the Shores of Miri Miri, the second biggest city of the state of Sarawak, lies in the northern coast of the state. It gained its city status on 20th May, 2010.

What was once a small fishing village transformed when oil was first drilled here in 1910, and has since then attracted foreign investors and companies from all over the world. In fact, more expatriates reside here than in any other town in Sarawak, even boasting of having the largest foreign population in Borneo at one time.

Today, Miri has a diverse population consisting of many ethnic groups such as Chinese, Malay, Kedayan, Iban, Bidayuh, Melanau, Kelabit and much more.

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given locals a perfect reason to have a staycation and a relaxed lifestyle - living among nature’s joys and having access to the bountiful seafood that is available practically at their doorstep.

Many of these beaches are open to the public, such as Taman Selera Beach, Lutong Beach (which stretches from Piasau to the river mouth of Kuala Baram) and the crescentshaped Luak Bay Beach.

Formerly known as the Brighton Beach (as named by colonial

officers in the 1950’s), the Taman Selera Beach is the most visited by locals. You will find that dining at Taman Selera is synonymous with eating al fresco in Miri. It has the oldest open-air Beach Food market (established in the 1950’s) selling Malay, Dayak, Chinese and other native cuisines.

A few of the established stalls at Beach Food market has since moved to the new Food Bazaar - a new area that features plenty of different types of cuisine – and here, you can find Javanese satay

at Satay Pak Cik Jawa, Japanese cuisine at Excapade, Italian fare at Mama Mia, Balinese seafood at Sajian Warisan, and even Kentucky Fried Chicken! A reflexology centre also gives beach-goers a chance for a quick massage in between sunning and enjoying the food.

While Miri is home to many shopping centres that has visitors from the neighbouring country and nearby towns lining up at immigration checkpoints, Miri has much more to offer: great food, amazing views and beautiful beaches!

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To enter, all you need to do is text your name and email address to (673) 888 9928 anytime between January to March 2016. The lucky winners will be announced in the first week of April, 2016.

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Solo art exhibition by artist Anina von Winterfeld Pamela Fletcher Sabah Art Gallery

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he Sabah Art Gallery will be hosting an art exhibition by resident artist Anina von Winterfeld from 25 February to 26 March. Titled Traces Around the World, the exhibition will showcase around 80 art pieces, mostly from the last two years she has lived in Sabah as well as previous art works made in other locations around the world.

Anina von Winterfeld is a German mixed-media painter who moved to Kota Kinabalu in 2013 after spending 15 years in Norway and Oman. After

graduating from the University Goettingen and Aachen, Anina taught art to primary school students in Germany and Norway before opening her own art studio in 2006. Since then, she has been busy conducting workshops for children and adults in Germany, Norway, Oman and Borneo. In the past years, she has also participated in various solo and group exhibitions in these countries.

Traces Around the World will be Anina’s first solo exhibition in Sabah after participating in the Sabah Women Art

Exhibition (2014 and 2015), Invitational Exhibition (2015) and International Women Exhibition (Penang, 2015).

Her inspiration is the microand macro cosmos of nature and any kind of textures she finds as well such as old, rusty, broken surfaces like tiles, floors or walls.

She specialises in collage and mixed media techniques and loves experimenting with a variety of media in an abstract way.

Showing the variety and transformation of surfaces under the influence of nature and the “beauty” of decay in an artistic

way was a challenge that inspired Anina to produce her art pieces for this exhibition.

“If you take a closer look at man-made surfaces like old walls or floors, you can feel with your eyes the “beauty of decade”, discover traces of passing times and read history in these images,” explains Anina.

“I prefer an intuitive and spontaneous way of painting, using natural materials, such as sand, marble powder, lime putty, pigments, bone glue and waxes.

They develop a life on their own by reacting in an unpredictable and exciting way to create vivid, relieflike surfaces with rough, broken texture, sometimes showing deep cracks or fine fissures.

In addition I integrate pieces I find, any objets trouvé, into my composition like wood, paper scraps, fabric pieces, bark or rusty iron parts to give my work a personal story or local memory.”

For more information on the exhibition, log on to www.aninacollage.com

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onating to charity is not just about the money, time or items you give. A charitable non-profit organization is more than the money it raises or the items it receives: it is about how it serves the needs of a community, whatever those needs may be.

What you give becomes a part of a larger picture.

And in this picture your charity possibly resulted in someone having clothes to wear, an animal being loved by someone, a community receiving some form of education, or a special child having a better chance at life.

While charitable organisations are there to reach out to those in need of help, they in turn need your help to keep their work going. So if you’re thinking about doing a little giving, here are two worthwhile organisations to consider.

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Good “A man’s true wealth is the good he does in this world.”

- Prophet Muhammad

Since their founding, this selfless group have been on a non-stop rampage of good. They initiated the Legal Clinic where two well-known legal advisors in the country give free consultation and accept cases on pro bono basis (most recently, they successfully helped an elderly man secure a piece of property that was taken from him). They regularly accept individual cases and no issue is too small for them. They make every situation personal - the families they have helped still remain under their care today.

1 Majlis Kesejahteraan E Masyarakat (MKM) Brunei

stablished in 2009, Majlis Kesejahteraan Masyarakat Brunei (MKM) or the Brunei Council on Social Welfare addresses social issues in the Brunei community with support from the Community Development Department and various government departments. On their hit list: children, the disabled, the elderly, the poor and vulnerable families.

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MKM is always looking for donations and volunteers. For more information on how you can help, contact: Tel: (673) 877 0312 / (673) 898 3155 E-mail: mkmbrunei@yahoo.com Website: www.mkmbrunei.com

lthough some people abuse animals with intentional malice, many people who hurt animals don’t do it on purpose.

Horrifying stories of pets locked up in rusty and dirty cages, kittens thrown from a third-storey balcony, dogs chained in a yard for days under the scorching sun are just par for the course, like how the sight of strays wandering on the side of the road have become the norm. It stems from a lack of community awareness of the welfare of animals - some just don’t realize that what they are doing is cruel.

The Care & Action for Strays (CAS) needs you to be aware of one thing: every animal deserves a chance at life, including the cat that you keep caged in your house and that poor abandoned stray at the garbage dump.

CAS was founded to rescue, rehabilitate and care for abused or neglected animals - a supreme undertaking for its founding members and volunteers who are presently caring for rescued and stray cats

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Care & Actions for Strays (CAS) and dogs in the hope of finding families to adopt them eventually. At the same time, they monitor and feed strays in different areas of Brunei as part of a Trap-Neuter-Release (TNR) Programme which effectively improves the lives of strays and decreases the size of colonies over time. While caring for these animals, the CAS educates the public on responsible pet ownership and the importance of neutering animals to reduce unwanted offsprings which sadly become homeless strays.

These heroes for animals do all they can to save these creatures and while these are still small steps, the life of any animal is worth the effort.

The sad reality is that they are not equipped to handle the overwhelming amount of abandoned and abused animals in Brunei, and they can’t save them all.

To volunteer with this organisation or to donate to their work, contact: care.actionsforstrays@gmail.com Facebook page: www.facebook.com/ careandactionsforstrays

We at Borneo Insider’s Guide is very pleased to announce that proceeds from the upcoming BiG 10th Anniversary Event will be donated to Majlis Kesejahteraan Masyarakat (MKM) and Care & Actions For Strays (CAS). Please drop by our anniversary event at Jerudong Park Colonnade on 24th January 2016 and find out how you can help these charities.

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aleidoscope Studio has always been a known supporter of the creative arts - hosting art exhibitions, creative pop-up events and acoustic nights featuring upcoming local talents. ‘All That Jazz’ – an acoustic session held in October 2015 - struck the perfect chords. While the spotlight was trained on the sharply-dressed local musicians singing their low, sultry tunes, the audience who came dressed up for a night of jazz music, tucked into a delicious meal prepared by Saffron Café.

It was a night to remember.

Keep up-to-date with Kaleidoscope’s events by following them on Facebook (Kaleidoscope Studio) or Instagram (@ks.bn)

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A Gentleman’s Ride about Town

Md Hariri Hj Sudin

Aziz Idris First time entrant in the Canon Photomarathon 2015 Md Hariri Hj Sudin took the Grand Prize for his photo depicting a lone tailor at his sewing machine. His picture was also placed first in the Theme B ‘Behind the Scenes’ category.

Md Hariri has been a wedding photographer for a company called ‘Wedding Structure’ for

nine years. After winning his prizes, he had this to say: “As a wedding photographer, my first and foremost aim is to capture the precious moments, the rollercoaster of emotions, joy, tears –immortalising beautiful memories.”

Asked if he had any advice for aspiring photographers, he said, “Being a photographer takes

A Visit to ‘The Unknown’ Origin Films

Kicking off Jerudong Park Playground’s ‘November Weekend Specials’ was ‘The Unknown’ – a two-storey haunted house loaded with terrors within its walls. Built and designed by Origins Artistic Management (the team behind Yasmine The Movie) and in collaboration with Jerudong

Park Country Club (JPCC), the haunted house was opened over a three-day weekend on the last week of October.

Horror fanatics – some dressed as their favourite horror characters – showed up to walk through the haunted rooms of the house, ready to be scared out of their wits at the terrifying props and actors. Screams from

more time and money than you’d expect, but if I were to impart any advice it is to never give up. Knowledge, experience and networking are more valuable than any equipment, so learn the basics before you spend on a better camera. And ask questions and feedback – never be afraid to ask.”

inside the foreboding house did little to deter the long queue of nervous visitors waiting outside. Over 5,000 visitors entered the haunted house within the span of three days.

‘November Weekend Specials’ is Jerudong Park Playground’s limited time promotional offers with deals on entry tickets.

For more information on attractions and deals at Jerudong Park Playground, visit www.jpcc.com.bn.

Back in September last year, a large group of men in Brunei pressed their tweeds, fastened their monocles, straightened their bowties and took their vintage motorcycles and various other two-wheelers for a ride in style. They joined riders in 400 participating cities around the world who take to the streets every year in the Distinguished Gentleman’s Ride to raise awareness and funds for prostate cancer.

Their route began outside SAMO Furniture in Kiulap and they rode past landmarks in the capital such as the Omar Ali Saifuddien Mosque, the Royal Wharf, then they moseyed along through Beribi before returning to Kiulap. There were also photo booth sessions, food vendors and the awarding of the Best Dressed ‘Dapper’ Gentleman that afternoon.

For more information on how you can participate in next year’s event, visit www.gentlemansride.com

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Shots of mountains in Big Sur, a colourful bookstore in London, beautiful night skies in Western Australia are just some of the stuff you will see on travellers’ Instagram feeds. We catch up with some of our favourite travel Instagrammers to find out how to take that perfect photo for the social media with your smartphone.

@wanderlustchloe

@ekkaratpunyatara

@missmayaglobetrotter

@pergidulu

“I took this photo while out with a friend in London. Daunt Books has been my favourite book store for a while, not only because it has an amazing selection of travel books but also because of the beauty of the store. My tip for taking a great travel Instagram photo: don’t always photograph the most obvious thing.

Sometimes the beauty is in the small details that others may miss. And you don’t have to travel far to take a great travel Instagram – some of my favourite photos are from close to home but they’ve made me see an area in a whole new way.”

“This is a photo of an inebriated tourist sleeping at the full moon party at Had Rin Beach in Koh Pangan, Thailand. I started Instagram with the idea that beauty is all around you, and I ended up with a sort of lifeobservation photography.

I photograph everything and everyone, from family to friends to strangers. My tip for taking a great travel Instagram photo: it is all about how you see the world and how you interact with your surroundings. Walk slower, care more about people and things around you. And take photographs.”

“In 2015 I went back to California – I first came here to do my internship at a law school in San Diego about seven years ago – and went on a road trip. The drive to Big Sur was so beautiful, the best camera wouldn’t have done justice to the scenery. A beautiful sky, big mountains and an ocean converging together made me realize what a tiny place I occupy in this world! My tip for taking a great travel Instagram photo: I have only a very basic knowledge of photography - there is no need to take professional photography classes to take great photos while you travel. Good lighting enhances your photos, but most importantly, capture moments and characters of the places so it becomes more memorable.”

“This photo was taken in The Pinnacles at the Nambung National Park in Western Australia during our latest road trip in June 2015. We love doing campervan trips in the Australian outback because you can really feel the freedom and the closeness to nature. We also love seeing the stars and the Milky Way every night because it’s so easy to enjoy the beauty of the night sky where there’s no light pollution! Our advice for taking a good travel Instagram photo: capturing the feeling of a place is not always about photographing main objects.

Try photographing small details around the objects.”

@wanderlustchloe from London.

Chloe left her job as a radio producer in the UK to go travelling around Mexico, Central America and Cuba, and launched her blog www.wanderlustchloe.com. Since then, she continues to create content and show the world through her eyes.

@ekkaratpunyatara is a professional photographer who works with National Geographic Thailand.

His Instagram account was in the list of 20 Instagrammers from Asia to Follow, compiled by Invisible Photographer Asia.

@missmayaglobetrotter is a practicing lawyer in Brunei who graduated from law school in the UK in 2011. She finds that balancing the demands of the busy lifestyle of a lawyer with her passion for travel is difficult, but she says she has managed to find the right amount of time to enjoy everything she does.

Adam and Susan Poskitt of @pergidulu started their travel blog www.pergidulu.com in April 2012, which stemmed from their love of travelling and sharing their experiences with others in the hope to inspire others to pursue their dreams. Since then, they are permanent travellers who sustain themselves financially through the success of their blog.

A Luxury Countryside Break at Coworth Park A lavish 5-star country house set amid picturesque surroundings, the regal Coworth Park is a converted Georgian building that was once the stately residence of the 17th Earl of Lord Derby, who purchased the property in 1899 and lived there until his death in 1948. The property was re-opened in 2010 as The Dorchester Collection’s Coworth Country House Hotel & Spa. Wan Zainal Abidin

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the exquisite country house hotel 2. A view of the meadow behind the Coworth Country House Hotel 3. Equestrian at Coworth Park 4. Bedroom of the Executive Suite at the Mansion House 5. The Spatisserie 6. The exterior of the Gardner’s Cottage at the Coworth Park

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his picturesque parkland is only a 45-minute drive away from London, making it the perfect respite from the bustling metropolis. Today the Coworth Park is one of the most sought after addresses for those wishing to experience the British country lifestyle and quintessentially English activities such as croquet, tennis, lawn bowling and polo. Its location in the beautiful Berkshire countryside close to Windsor Great Park and Ascot make it the accommodation of choice for royals who attend the races at Ascot. During my visit to Coworth Park, I just missed the Audi Polo

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Challenge where Princes William and Harry were among the notable royals who participated at the annual star-studded polo event hosted by Coworth Park.

During my stay here at the Mansion House, with its distinguished Georgian architecture enhanced by touches of contemporary design, it was clear to me that the building represented the height of sophisticated country living. My suite, which was at the top corner of the Mansion House, comes in the form of a two-room unit with a bedroom and a separate living and dining area that is ideal for entertaining guests in the privacy

Today the Coworth Park is one of the most sought after addresses for those wishing to experience the British country lifestyle of my own suite. The original dormer windows offer scenic views of the lime grove, polo fields and meadows of the estate.

For a more secluded stay, the converted Cottages and Stables is located just a short stroll away from the Mansion House and offers the same warmth and comfort of a

country house but in a more sophisticated surrounding.

Indeed the classy décor is evident everywhere in the hotel meticulously blending its unique heritage with contemporary designs and furnishings.

Dining options are aplenty at Coworth Park, with in-house restaurants that offered me some

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of the best dining experiences during my stay. The estate’s budget-mindful restaurant The Barn and the elegant Restaurant Coworth Park are talking points for the excellent food created in their kitchens, all of which I would gladly vouch for. I was also lucky enough to enjoy a sunny alfresco lunch on the terrace on a perfect summer’s day, where I had the hotel’s version of croquemonsieur filled with sumptuous summer truffles – much to the envy of my friends on Instagram!

The spa at Coworth Park is a star attraction in its own right.

Located in a modern building cleverly designed to blend in with the landscape, the building

houses an indoor heated swimming pool complete with piped-in music. After spending an hour indulging in an aromatherapy massage, I experienced one of the most deliciously healthy lunches I have ever had at The Spatisserie. While I dined on this nourishing meal and looked out at the vast, green peaceful haven that surrounded me, I plotted my return to this wonderful country house the next time I visit London.

Coworth Park Blacknest Rd, Ascot, Berkshire SL5 7SE Tel: (44) 1344 876 600 www.dorchestercollection.com

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Farhanna Pura Owner and Designer of Na Forrér, Brunei Farhanna Pura first started her online fashion business Na Forrér in 2010 when she introduced her made-to-measure service. Today, Na Forrér is one of the best-known local fashion brands in the country, and in early 2015, Farhanna launched her first Ready-to-Wear collection on Malaysia’s hottest online store, Fashion Valet.

“The Spice Girls sparked my interest in fashion. I was very much influenced by how they dressed according to their nicknames and how they were influenced by ‘Girl Power’ and lived by that statement until today.

Because of this, I wanted to dress women not just for fashion or style but to make a statement.”

Image taken from the Na Forrer runway collection at the ASEAN Designer Project program in Qatar, November 2015.

“Na Forrér (pronounced Na-ForRare) started in May 2010 – I made a collection from an inspiration I had looking at the styles of designer brands. Since then, the brand has evolved into making designs that balance trés chic, traditional and edgy.”

“The journey has not been easy.

I only took a short basic course in fashion while I was studying for my undergraduate degree in marketing and I barely have a fashion background, so understandably, I struggled. When I first started, I had to juggle my time between my corporate work and designing clothes. I was just far too excited about making money and I put my designs out on social media but soon realised that this was not going work. I learnt that building experience out of designing a collection was more important, and so I began to imagine a story or a person behind each design I created. Since I’ve had that insight, things have been looking up.”

“We first gained social media attention due to the exclusive ‘madeto-measure’ service that we provided where clients can recreate looks at affordable rates. Since then, Na Forrér has been showcased at the Union

Fashion Week in London in April 2013 and we were featured in Thailand’s WallPaper magazine.

We were also appointed the DST Corporate Uniform designer and stylist, and it was due to this assignment that we introduced our Corporate and Personal Styling service. In October 2014, I was invited to showcase my designs at the Mercedes Stylo Fashion Week in Kuala Lumpur, where I launched my first Ready-to-Wear Collection, ‘The Heiress, 2015’ – a collection that incorporates our Brunei heritage into modern designs. Currently, we are stocking our collection at Fashion Valet – Malaysia’s hottest online fashion store.”

“Today, we are an online fashion operation based in Brunei, absolutely committed in demonstrating our expertise towards achieving our clients’ ‘gotta-have-it!’ look. You can visit naforrer.com.bn for more details.”

“What’s next for Na Forrér?

We’re hoping to regularly launch a women’s Ready-to-Wear collection on international fashion online stores, expand Bebefash – our Junior Teen Line, and turn men into modern Prince Charmings. So watch out for Mr Forrér!”

“Fashion has become acceptable in Brunei, especially with the growing popularity of modern Muslimah fashion. It’ll take some time for a fashion industry to grow, but I’ve been seeing new and upcoming local fashion designers branching out from Brunei, and that’s a great start.”

E-mail na.forrer@gmail.com (for appointments and orders) or farhanna.pura@naforrer.com.bn (for business inquiries) To find out more about Na Forrér, check out: Facebook: Naforrer Instagram: @naforrer Website: www.naforrer.com.bn Borneo.Insider’s.Guide

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Interested parties can call (673) 7188803 or (673) 8762778 for inquiries

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omegrown fast food chain Casbah London Kebab first started serving the public its fresh juicy kebabs in 1999, and since then has become a popular purveyor of spitted meat – and not forgetting its famous traditional English fish & chips - in Brunei.

Due to high demands and excellent reviews, its proprietor Hjh Sandrawati Abdullah considered catering as a natural course of action and after five years, what started out as a simple home catering idea has expanded to bigger events, parties and special occasions.

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Food isn’t just packed and ready to go. Casbah London Kebab believes in keeping food fresh in its preparation of meals, and so dishes

like their juicy lamb kebabs, made with Australian lamb, are prepared fresh daily on location.

Casbah offers two types of catering: traditional catering events with table set-ups or its popular food caravan for special occasions at any location like the beach, in a garden or even your own backyard. And they don’t just do kebabs and fish & chips – there are plenty of other Middle Eastern treats to choose from in their menu that you and your guests will enjoy.

If you need a fun party catering idea to spice up your event, don’t forget what else Casbah London Kebab can deliver to your tables: the tastiest kebabs in Brunei!

Call (673) 718 8803 / 876 2778 or visit any Casbah London Kebab branch for more information.

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AROUND BORNEO Every morning, many Borneans are faced with a difficult decision to make: “What shall I have for breakfast?” This island is a hotbed of mind-boggling breakfast choices. If you’re ready for an early morning spicy kick, a dosai with its assortment of dipping condiments will hit the spot. Alternatively, slurp up a bowl of soupy soto or congee to warm up your belly just right. Those with a sweet tooth will no doubt happily munch on a steaming roti kahwin coupled with a cup of teh tarik.

And if you can’t stay and chat, buy a meat-filled pau bun and enjoy it at your office desk. Whatever your gastronomical preference is in the morning, breakfast is an essential ritual whether it’s enjoyed over a good conversation with a friend or reading a newspaper in a kopitiam or in your own home, it will get your gears going for the rest of the day.

In this issue of BiG, we do some snooping and tasting around to find out what are the popular breakfast dishes around Borneo.

Mee Jawa It is said that the mee jawa served in Sarawak is slightly different from the version served in the rest of Malaysia, Singapore and Indonesia. Thick yellow egg noodles is served in a thick beefy broth and garnished with slices of chicken (or any meat you prefer), boiled egg and a sprinkling of coriander. The ‘special’ version available in Sarawak comes with a few sticks of satay doused in peanut sauce. Add a circle of dark soy sauce into the mixture and you’re ready to have a slurping good time.

Nasi Lemak This dish hardly needs any introduction.

A famous Malay dish, it is considered the national dish of Malaysia and is much loved throughout Borneo.

Fragrant rice is cooked in coconut milk and pandan leaves, and then served with fried chicken or beef rendang, a boiled egg, little fried ikan bilis fish, peanuts and a spicy sambal. The result is an aromatic combination of tastes that will leave you satisfied throughout the morning (and possibly through lunch).

Roti Canai A staple breakfast food that can be eaten with endless variations, this flaky Indian flatbread – prepared by a process of spinning and tossing a dough until the right consistency - is typically served with dhal or curry, but the versatility of the roti canai ensures that it can be paired with anything savoury or sweet, such as corned beef, sardines, onions, Nutella, kaya jam or sweet condensed milk.

A perennial favourite in Southeast Asia, you can find roti canai anywhere: in your neighbourhood Indian eatery and even fivestar restaurants.

Char Kuey Tuaran Mee Thanis Lim A sign of a good plate of tuaran mee begins with its yellow egg noodles, which is handmade using only egg yolks and which should be springy to the bite. It is then topped with barbecued pork, leafy greens and egg rolls. Considered a ‘must-eat’ noodle dish in Sabah, tuaran mee originates from the town of Tuaran – a 45-minute drive from Kota Kinabalu – but can now be found in many restaurants around Sabah.

Also known as chakoi, these crunchy fried dough strips are available all around Borneo and can be eaten with any filling – meat, peanut butter, fruit jam, cheese, even Nutella - but in Brunei the most popular way of enjoying your chakoi is to have it filled with kaya jam and butter. Delicious for breakfast, lunch and afternoon tea!

Ngiu Chap Literally translated into ‘mixed beef’, this noodle soup has a mixture of beef and innards, so vegetarians, stay away! A popular dish in Sabah, it is said that no trip to this place is complete without a taste of this beefy treat that is typically prepared in a beef broth soup with your choice of yellow noodles or mee hoon, and a dash of fiery hot chili.

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Roti Kahwin

This spicy noodle soup dish has hints of spices such as cumin, coriander and nutmeg as well as fresh herbs like lemongrass, galangal and chili, blended together to make a paste which is then used as a base for the soup. Coconut milk is added when the stock is ready, and the broth is then ladled over a bowl of noodles and served with a wedge of lime and a dollop of sambal. A true Sarawakian delicacy!

Literally translated to mean ‘marriage bread’, this simple breakfast features two thick slices of freshly-baked bread trapping a cold slab of butter and generous amounts of kaya jam. Chop Jing Chew, the most popular coffee shop in Brunei selling hot buns, prepares its bread at 5am each morning and their kaya jam is made in-house, ensuring that each roti kahwin that arrives at your table is a fresh fluffy treat.

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Kolo Mee While kolo mee (or kolok mee) can be found throughout Borneo, it is actually a signature dish from Sarawak. The key to this dish is its delicious simplicity: boiled egg noodles mixed with light soy sauce, oil, and topped with minced pork or other meat, chopped green onions and fried shallots, and it is served with a bowl of clear soup. A bowl of kolo mee will vary from place to place and you will find a slight difference in taste and presentation in Brunei’s version.

Uniquely Sarawakian, you will be hardpressed to find a restaurant outside Kuching that serves this dish. The soup base of this noodle is made with belachan (shrimp paste), and is served with bee hoon (rice vermicelli), garnished with shredded cucumbers, bean sprouts, sliced cuttlefish and century egg. The resulting taste is tangy, spicy and sweet. If you’re fan of belachan then you must try this dish!

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Rack & Brew Boutique Café

Favola

Unit 9, Blk H, 1st & 2nd Flr, Abdul Razak Complex, Gadong, BSB Tel: (673) 245 7886/ 729 9668 Opening hours: 11am-10pm (MonWed), 11am-11pm (Thurs, Sat, Sun), 2pm-11pm (Fri) Intan Abu Daniel

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Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu Jalan Tun Fuad Stephens, 88000 Kota Kinabalu, Sabah Tel: (6088) 322 222 Open Tues-Sun: 12noon-2.30pm (lunch), 6.30pm-10.30pm (dinner) Pamela Fletcher

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avola at Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu has outdone itself with its new fine dining menu inspired by the flavours of Tuscany that focuses on the use of fresh ingredients, seafood, meats and produce.

Located at the lobby level, Favola has a warm and cozy interior surrounded by rich hues of granite, warm grey, bronze and gold with modern furnishings and mirrors to create the perfect ambience for intimate private dining.

The new menu is innovative with bold flavours that linger on the palate. Our tasting dinner was an epicurean adventure of fresh homemade breads and appetisers of smoked salmon, grilled prawns, beef bresaola and their signature Favola salad to start. Our velvety smooth wild mushroom soup made with

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porcini, white mushrooms and truffle butter was followed by two main dishes - the lava stone grilled Black Angus sirloin and a herb-crusted fillet of grouper.

Thin-crust pizzas and beef tortellini with a light cheese and cream sauce added a classic touch to the menu.

Their sorbets with unusual flavours combinations like capsicum and raspberry, zucchini milk, and tomato, basil and Tobasco sauce were adventurous and surprised the palate but for a more traditional dessert, the warm pear crumble tart was to-die-for.

Favola pulled out all the stops to showcase their best culinary offerings and the results were just superb. The service was flawless and overall, it was one of my best fine dining experiences so far.

Little Hainan Grd Flr, SL6, Lot 3023, Jln Tun Ahmad Zaidi Adruce 93150 Kuching, Sarawak Tel: (6082) 239 899 Open Tues-Sat: 8.30am-10.30am (breakfast), 11am-2pm (lunch), 5.30pm-8.30pm (dinner) Thanis Lim

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corner shop located at Bormill Estate, Little Hainan showcases a Chinese heritage style décor that takes you on a nostalgic journey to an upperclass family home in the 1960s.

This little restaurant is famous for their Hainanese Chicken Rice - tender chicken and rice topped

outique coffee shops are popping up all around Brunei, but it’s safe to say that Rack & Brew – a charming, shabby-chic café that has paid a lot of attention to details in the décor - is the first to introduce a fashion boutique and coffee shop concept. The savoury selections in the menu are worth trying out and they are stylishly presented in a rustic way on mismatched plates that makes for good Instagram shots. But the real champions are the desserts: the Purple Carrot Cake, Chocolate Fudge Cake (with popcorn on top) and the fluffy Victorian Sponge Cake, and we’ll certainly go back for these sweet treats again and order another cup of Flat White to go with them.

Once you’re done with your desserts, waddle up to the second floor and check out their fashion store which offers a nice selection of clothes, accessories and knick knacks.

with pickled cucumber, served with preserved salted vegetable soup and homemade Hainanese-style blended chili sauce. Their other signature dishes include a slow braised pork belly served with a thick syrupy sauce, but my favourite dish is the charsiu - caramelised barbecued pork with a sugary crunch and moist tender meat.

We also tried their spicy chicken curry and steamed okra served with homemade sambal, both great dishes to share with friends.

For dinner, try their Hainanesestyle pork chops which is only available at night! The normal kopitiam beverages are sold here but you should try their specialties: Little Hainan Tea, an interesting combination of tea and coffee, and their Hainanese Coffee - hot coffee mixed with a little slice of butter.

This is a restaurant beloved by the Kuching masses and their signature dishes run out pretty fast. Our advice? Get there early to avoid disappointment!

The awards and winners were: Best Signature Menu GK Grill’z Kitchen for its mouthwatering GK Tri Pork Combo with bacon wrapped sausages and tender ribs with a delicious homemade dip, French fries and a side of salad Best Ambiance This award was a tie between Sakagura Japanese Restaurant and Shoney’s Dining & Bar as both exuded a distinctive quality that complemented the overall dining experience

The Signature Food Fest The Signature Food Fest is a platform for restaurants to explore new ways to carve a niche for themselves in the local food scene and introduce a signature menu that incorporates the essentials of flavor, texture, ingredients and presentation.

Chefs are given the task to come up with a recipe that not only tastes and looks good but is also value for money. Herein lies the creativity of the chef to select the right ingredients and come up with the perfect combination.

Participating restaurants are also

judged on ambience, customer service and the creative use of local produce.

The second edition of The Signature Food Fest was held in October 2015 with a total number of eight restaurants vying for eight awards. Sabah Minister of Tourism, Culture and Environment, Datuk Seri Panglima Masidi Manjun presented the awards to the deserving winners during the closing ceremony held at Oceanus Mall Kota Kinabalu on 4 November, 2015.

Best Customer Service With its team of experienced and well-trained staff, Sakagura Japanese Restaurant came up tops for its excellent customer service

styled Okonomiyaki Savory Pancake containing beef or seafood, noodles and vegetable Best Promotion of Local Food Appleburgundy Grill & Bar added a whole lot of local flavours in its menu of Grill Ayam Kampung with mushroom sauce, sweet potato mash and grilled local vegetables Best Value for Money The ONE Hong Kong Café’s offering of the wonderfully fragrant and hearty portion of Hong Kong LoShui or braised pork was fantastic value for money

Best Combination Menu Shoney’s Dining & Bar paired a tasty Seafood Chowder with succulent BBQ Ribs for an unbeatable surf and turf combo

Facebook Most Popular Satisfied customers posted their best dining choices during the competition and Shoney’s Dinning & Bar, GK Grill’z Kitchen and The ONE Hong Kong Café took the top spots for the Facebook Most Popular category

Outstanding Chef Executive Chef Toshiya Osu of Sakagura Japanese Restaurant put a new twist to a typical noodle dish with the unique Hiroshima-

Now that the signature menus have been tried and tested, they will be added into the restaurants’ regular menu for new diners to come and taste for themselves.

some of the winners!

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Information given on menus, hours or prices may change and should be checked. In Brunei, all restaurants are closed between 12 noon and 2 pm on Fridays.

HOME-GROWN TALENT FAVOURITE HOME BRANDS

ASIAN DELIGHTS DELICIOUS ASIAN FARE

Aminah Arif 2 & 3 Blk B Grd Flr Bgn Hj Abd Rahman, Kiulap (673 223 6198) – Call for other branches

Anjung Saujana & Cilantro’s Gourmet Patisserie Departure Hall, Lvl One, Brunei International Airport (673 233 1853)

Babu’s Kitchen C44 Blk C Grd Flr Gadong Central, Kg Menglait (673 245 7868) Chop Jing Chew 10 Spg 5 Jln Gadong, Kg Menglait (673 242 4132) Kaka Restaurant 2 & 3 Spg 100 Jln Jerudong (673 267 2333) MY Favoureat Restaurant 9 Grd Flr Bgn Hj Munchit & Hjh Rapiah, Kg Jaya Setia (673 233 9410) Restoran Makan & Soto Rosmini 1 Spg 15, Jln Gadong (673 871 9946) Rice Bowl 72 T.C.Y Building, Batu Bersurat (673 863 0665) Sapphira Cake House 3 Grd Flr Seri Anigma, Kiulap (673 223 2021) Taty’s Café A9 Grd Flr Muara Centre, Muara Town

Bali Pit-Stop 15 &16, Spg 150 Grd Floor, Block A Bangunan Habza, Kuilap (673 720 9992) Axtivo Restaurant Spg 13 Hj Uthman Complex, Berakas (673 233 5642) Chatterbox Kopitiam 2 Grd Flr Bgn Hasbullah 2, Gadong (673 820 1212) G S Seafood Restaurant Sri Aman Complex, Tutong (673 422 1882) Golden Leaf Coffee House Blk 1 Grd Flr PAP Hjh Norain Building, Bandar Seri Begawan (673 222 0422) Gratitude Café Grd Flr Serusop Complex, Kg Delima Satu (673 234 1123) Lee Loi Fatt Blk A #7 Grd Flr Serusop Complex, Kg Delima Satu (673 234 2384) – Call for other branches MyTown Eating House Grd Flr The Crown Princess Complex, Jalan Tutong (673 224 1880)

Nyonya 3 Grd Flr Bgn Hasbollah, Gadong (673 244 7090) Old Time Kopitiam G2 Grd Flr Bgn Hj Ibrahim, Kg Menglait (673 244 8282)

Phongmun Restaurant 2nd Flr Teck Guan Plaza Jln Sultan, Bandar Seri Begawan (673 222 9561)

Dynasty Restaurant Grd Flr The Centrepoint Hotel, Gadong (673 243 0185) I-Lotus 20 Spg 12-26 Perumahan Rakyat Jati, Kg Rimba (673 242 2466) Li Gong The Empire Hotel & Country Club, Jerudong (673 241 8888) THE SPICE ROUTE SPICY DISHES FROM AROUND THE REGION

Pondok Sari Wangi Restaurant 12-13 1st Flr Blk A Abd Razak Complex, Gadong (673 244 5043) – Call for other branches

Ahan Thai 10 Blk B Abd Razak Complex, Gadong (673 245 2852)

Seasons Restaurant Lvl 2 The Centrepoint, Gadong (673 242 2291)

Anjung Layar Luncur (Nur Wanita Serasa Branch) Simpang 287, Pantai Serasa (673 277 1879)

Seaworld Neptune 8 Spg 791, Jerudong (673 261 2613)

Gwad Basha Arabian Restaurant #1A&1B Heng Thai Property Centre Spg 22 Jln Dato Ratna, Kiarong (673 245 0009)

Shikai 1 & 2 Blk E Grd Flr Sempurna Complex, Batu Bersurat

Le Taj 2-3 2nd Flr Seri Kiulap Complex, Kiulap (673 223 8996)

Sui Heng Restaurant Grd Flr Hj Munchit & Hjh Rapiah Complex, Kg Jaya Setia (673 233 8321)

Lotus Family Restaurant 27B Grd Flr Delima Jaya Complex, Berakas (673 234 2049)

Thien Thien Restaurant 10 Grd Flr Mas Panchawarna Complex (673 222 2435) – Call for other branches FINE CHINA CHINESE CUISINE AT ITS FINEST

These days, you can’t go online or have a conversation at your gym without hearing about the magical ways of ‘cold-pressed juices’. But what’s all the fuss about?

Cold-pressing is the gentlest method of juicing fruits or vegetables which involves steel plates that hydraulically press the fruits to squeeze out the juices. Hip and Healthy’s methods go a step further, shredding the produce down slowly and meticulously first before the pulp is squeezed. It limits oxidation, and retains 5x more vitamins, minerals and enzymes than other processes. But forget the coldpressing, healthy lifestyle bit because that’s not the only reason why you should be drinking a Hip and Healthy bottle of juice: they taste great too!

For more information, call (673) 824 9999 or email orders@hipandhealthy.net

Nur Wanita 10 Blk B Kiarong Complex, Kiarong (673 242 6789) Rajah’s Restaurant 3 Grd Flr Blk A Bangunan PAP Umi Kalthum, Bandar Seri Begawan (673 224 0379) Saffron Restaurant 8 Blk C Shakirin Complex, Kiulap (673 223 5888) Sameer Restaurant & Catering G1 Grd Flr Sg Akar Sentral, Berakas (673 233 6613) Zaika Restaurant A4 Lot 308 Bgn Maju Jln Bunga Raya, Kuala Belait (673 334 7430) WESTERN STAR ENJOY THE BEST FROM THE WEST Home Kitchen by Tree-Bit Café D8 & D9 Lot 11620 Grd Flr Jln Gadong, Kg Mata-Mata (673 242 9366) Bistro Chez Fio 13 Grd Flr Blk A Q-Lap Complex, Kg Kiulap (673 223 4933)

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All Seasons Restaurant 17 1st Flr Times Square Shopping Centre, Kg Jaya Setia (673 233 8068)

Pho Real 1st Flr Times Square Food Court, Kg Jaya Setia

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Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf Despite new coffee shops popping up around town, the Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf undoubtedly remains the most popular purveyor of caffeine in Brunei with over five branches throughout the country. This global coffee chain continues brewing their specialty coffee for the masses, including their ever-popular Ice-Blended coffee drinks.

OPEN DAILY 8am-11pm; 36 & 37 Maya Puri Building, JLN SULTAN (673 222 0589) or #116A 1st Flr The Mall, GADONG (673 245 7460) – Call for other branches Tasek Brasserie A perfect spot to dine with family and friends in the heart of the city, Tasek Brasserie provides casual dining in a relaxed atmosphere.

Customers can enjoy light snacks by the pool or dine on the variety of cuisine from their à la carte menu or sumptuous buffets.

Ner Dee Café

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A café to please your inner nerds, here’s a place where you can dine, drink, chat – and crush your opponent in a game of Monopoly! A clever little café with an interior that proclaims the love of science and all things nerdy. There is a great selection of board games and card games for patrons to get their game on.

And don’t forget the delicious food either.

Just one drawback if you’re coming here with friends: you might be friends when you enter the café, but after a soul-sucking game of Jenga, all bets are off.

GALLERY Bello Café ‘Bello’, which is Italian for ‘beautiful’, is certainly the right name for this elegantly designed café with their beautifully-styled food. Offering a tasty range of snacks, desserts, western and local main dishes, they are famed for their Swiss Burger and Chocolate Lava Pudding.

#F11 1st Flr Kiulap, BSB (new shop lots next to Regent Square) Tel: (673) 721 4977

The Frenz Café

OPEN DAILY 6am-6pm; Radisson Hotel Jln Tasek, BANDAR SERI BEGAWAN (673 224 4272) Casbah London Kebab Pick lamb, chicken, beef or fish and have it dressed and wrapped your way – tikka, kebab, doner or shawarma style! A quick and deliciously meaty meal for hungry diners on the go.

OPEN DAILY; #G2a Grd Flr Times Square Complex, KG JAYA SETIA (673 234 3001) (Times Square Branch) or #204 Spg 210 Kg Lambak, JLN BERAKAS (673 880 3183) – Call for other branches Deals This modern, refreshing and contemporary restaurant offers an extensive menu. Enjoy a gastronomic experience featuring new dishes such as roasted slipper lobster with black pepper and roasted garlic butter, Grilled Australian ribeye and many more popular dishes.

OPEN 7pm onwards (Mon-Sat), closed on Sundays and public holidays; Radisson Hotel Jln Tasek, BANDAR SERI BEGAWAN (673 224 4272)

Buccaneer Steak House 92-93 (B) 94 Grd Flr Jln McKerron, Kuala Belait (673 333 0406)

Savy’s Brasserie 204 Lvl 2 Mabohai Shopping Complex, Mabohai (673 224 0829)

Charcoal BBQ & Grill Restaurant Grd Flr Le Gallery Suites Hotel, Jln Tutong (673 222 1171) – Call for other branches

Senja Restaurant 8&9 Grd Flr Seri Kiulap Complex, Kiulap (673 223 5313)

Cheezbox Café External Café Ramp A The Mall, Gadong (673 242 5506) De’ Olde Cottage 2 Grd Flr Blk C Sempurna Complex, Batu Bersurat (673 242 6982) Fish & Co 18 & 19 Grd Flr Citis Square, Kg Jaya Setia (673 239 2555) Paddington House of Pancakes 3&4 Spg 58, Berakas (673 233 1668) RMS Portview 1st Flr Blk H Yayasan SSHB Complex, BSB (673 223 1466)

Swensen’s 2.34-2.36 2nd Flr The Mall, Gadong (673 245 1864) LOOK EAST ORIENTAL DELIGHTS Excapade 4 & 5 1st Flr Blk C Abd Razak Complex, Gadong (673 874 0012) – Call for other branches Genki Teppanyaki & Restaurant #38 Grd Flr Citis Square, Berakas (673 233 2118) Kitaro 5-7 Grd Flr The Centrepoint Hotel, Gadong (673 245 7373) – Call for other branches

Caffeine aficionados of Kg Mentiri, worry no more. There’s no need to drive all the way down to town for a good cuppa – The Frenz Café has opened with a cool vintage ambience and the distinct aroma of wellbrewed coffee. But there’s more to The Frenz than a good cup of joe - with a menu offering Italian to Western cuisine, and refreshing signature drinks such as Iced Popcorn Caramel, Sunset Dream and Iced Maltesers, this is a place to hang out with some friends over great food, great drinks and great conversation. #10 Grd Blk 8 Hj Ibrahim Building, Kg Mentiri, Jln Kota Batu (located next to the Mentiri petrol station), Brunei Tel: (673) 279 1374 Ko-ryo Restaurant B16 Bgn Lim Eng Ming, Kiulap Pho Real Fuzion 1st Flr Citis Square, Kg Jaya Setia (673 233 8599) Shabulicious Restaurant 1 & 2 Blk C Delima Square, Berakas (673 233 8333) Shabu Me Restaurant #3 Blk A Abdul Razak Complex, Gadong (673 222 2266) Sushi Tei 42 & 43 Grd Flr Blk C Gadong Central, Kg Menglait (673 244 9977)

Yam Yam Sarang Korean Restaurant 6 Blk J Grd Flr Bgn Pg Hj Menuddin & Anak-anak, Batu Bersurat (673 860 7830) EUROPEAN LEAGUE ITALIAN AND SPANISH CUISINE Din’s Bistro 8 Blk E Grd Flr Abd Razak Complex, Gadong (673 873 1154) Fratini’s Restaurant #1 Grd Flr The Centrepoint Hotel, Gadong (673 245 1200) – Call for other branches

OPEN DAILY Mon-Fri 7.30am-10pm, Sat 7.30am-11pm, Sun 8am-10pm; L1/12 Seri Kiulap Mall, KIULAP (673 223 3989); Anggerek Desa branch 7.30am6.30pm (closed Fridays) Blk 27&29, Design&Technology Building, Spg 32-37, BERAKAS Goldiana Café & Lounge Open 24 hours a day, the Goldiana Café & Lounge is widely popular for its monthly themed buffets. Customers have a choice of buffet or the à la carte menu which offers a variety of Western, Malay and Chinese cuisine. For dessert, there is a mouth-watering selection of cakes at their lounge area.

OPEN DAILY; 1st Flr Orchid Garden Hotel, KG ANGGEREK DESA (673 233 5544) Vanda Chinese Restaurant Vanda’s popular Sunday dim sum brunch buffet brings families over every week, dining on hot dim sum while children take a dip in the swimming pool on the same floor. The restaurant is similarly packed on other days, as Vanda proves its reputation as one of the premier Chinese restaurants in town with the array of delectable cuisine from their ala carte menu.

OPEN DAILY; 1st Flr Orchid Garden Hotel, KG ANGGEREK DESA (673 233 5544) Borneo.Insider’s.Guide

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Phoa Hoa Restaurant You can’t think about Vietnamese cuisine without thinking of pho.

A delicious bowl of pho is one that strikes the right balance of flavours: a rich and savoury beef broth, tender pieces of beef, fresh taste of herbs, the tang of lime juice and spice of fresh chilies. The guys over at Pho Hoa know what it takes to serve a good bowl of pho, and it shows: there is hardly an empty seat at their restaurant in Kiulap, with locals lining up for a taste of Vietnamese treats: Pho Bo, Pho Xoa, Com Ga Nuong, Com Bo and the ever famous Vietnamese spring rolls. #6 Grd Flr Blk B Bgn Hj Abdul Rahman Spg 88, Kg Kiulap, BSB Tel: (673) 223 6218

Pastamania #9 Grd Flr Blk H Abdul Razak Complex, Gadong (673 245 7441) – Call for other branches Spaghettini The Empire Hotel & Country Club, Jerudong (673 241 8888) Sorriso Restaurant & Pizzeria 14 Blk B Grd Flr Regent Square, Kiulap (673 223 3030)

BELLUNO Café #2 Blk C Kiarong Complex, Kg Kiarong (673 242 9010)

Gloria Jean’s Coffee G17 Citis Square, Berakas (673 233 8452)

Peppermint Cafe 14, Blk A, Grd Floor, Spg 493, Beribi (673 8221888)

Brew Café & Bakery #47 Grd Flr Blk C Gadong Central, Menglait (673 242 7554)

High Frequency Lifestyle Café 1st Flr Unit 5 Blk B Sempurna Complex, Batu Bersurat (673 242 8262)

Piccolo Café #11 Jln McArthur, Bandar Seri Begawan (673 224 1558)

Countrypatch Café 3 Grd Flr Blk D Bgn Hj Abd Rahman, Kiulap (673 223 2368) – Call for other branches

It’s a Grind Coffeehouse 1, Grd Floor, Bgn Al-Warasah, Muara Town (673 277 2424)

CAFÉ CULTURE THE BEST OF CAFÉ FARE

Danes Café (non-halal) #102, Bgn Batu Bersurat, Jln Batu Bersurat (673 242 8914)

Kitchen of Jasmine by Aranda Café #17, Blk E, Atiya Complex, Spg 100, Jln Jerudong (673 899 7333)

Another Café #2 Grd Flr Blk A Bgn Hj Abd Rahman & Hjh Siti Ajar, Kiulap (673 223 3593)

Fleur-de-lys L1/1 Seri Q-Lap Mall, Kiulap (673 223 1777) – Call for other branches

Mr Baker’s Cafeteria C47 Blk C Grd Flr Gadong Central, Menglait (673 242 7554)

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Rafia’s VK Café G13 Citis Square, Kg Jaya Setia (673 890 6990) The Coffee Zone #12 Bgn Hasbullah 1, Jalan Gadong (673 242 3333) – Call for other branches The Library Café #6 Blk C Bangunan Setia Kenangan II, Kiulap Ximply Chriz Café 8 Blk B Regent Square, Kiulap (673 223 4918)

Pizza Hut An introduction hardly needs to be made here – this international franchise has been delivering pizzas to our homes since 1993, and it’s still going strong today. With weekly promotions and a new à la carte menu, it’s no wonder that Pizza Hut remains at the top of the pizza chain in Brunei.

Visit any of its 16 restaurants and delivery outlets around Brunei or simply pick up the phone and order a fresh hot pizza for delivery.

The Wrap It’s a shame if you have never strolled down the stalls of Jerudong Park Playground’s Food Court, you’re missing out on some great treats. The latest, and greatest addition to the restaurants is The Wrap – an eatery selling 100% homemade Iranian style food. There are plenty to try here, but if you’re at The Wrap, try the wraps: with a choice of lamb, beef or chicken filling, the meat is char-grilled, moist and tender with a hint of a smoky flavour, and delicately spiced.

Now that’s a wrap!

OPEN DAILY 10am-10pm (9am-11pm on Tues, Thurs and Fri), delivery orders from 10am-10.30pm; Units 2&3, Grd Flr Blk J, Kompleks Abdul Razak, GADONG (673 222 6111) – call for other branches Dairy Queen (DQ) Creator of the delicious Blizzard, this international franchise serves some delicious icecream in Brunei, not to mention a variety of ice-cream cakes for any occasion. They also offer a variety of snacks including the hugely popular and satisfying Chili Cheese Dog. Go to any of their 10 stores across Brunei for an Oreo Blizzard Treat served upside down!

#2, Jerudong Park Food Court (the block closest to the Crystal Arch)

WHAT A VIEW MEALS WITH A STUNNING VIEW

OPEN DAILY 10am-10pm; #G35 Grd Flr The Mall, GADONG (673 222 6111) – call for other branches

Atrium Café The Empire Hotel & Country Club, Jerudong (673 241 8888)

SCR EXPRESS CITIS SQUARE The latest avatar of one of the oldest food franchises in Brunei, this outlet can accommodate over a hundred patrons in three seating areas: the main dining area, the outdoor balcony and the lobby.

The ala carte menu caters to the gastronomic delights of patrons looking for great food at great prices coupled with good service, with over a hundred different types of dishes to choose from. The restaurant is currently holding a promotion: offering delicious cakes free of charge for any private function held at the lobby area.

Fratini’s Restaurant Blk H Yayasan Complex Waterfront Side, Bandar Seri Begawan (673 223 1466) – Call for other branches

OPEN DAILY 7.30am-10pm; #20&21, 1st Flr, Citis Square, KG JAYA SETIA (673 718 0315/233 9391) – call for other branches

Kaizen Yayasan Complex Waterfront Side, Bandar Seri Begawan (673 222 6336) – Call for other branches Lobby Lounge The Empire Hotel & Country Club, Jerudong (673 241 8888) Pantai Restaurant The Empire Hotel & Country Club, Jerudong (673 241 8888) RMS Portview Seafood Restaurant 1st Flr Yayasan Complex Waterfront Side, Bandar Seri Begawan (673 223 1466)

Tarindak d’Polo Royal Brunei Polo & Riding Club, Jerudong (673 261 2500) Tarindak D’Seni Brunei Arts & Handicrafts Centre, Kota Batu (673 224 0422) GO GREEN Vegetarian-friendly options Mituo Vegetarian Restaurant Grd Flr Pg Anak Puteri Norain Complex, Batu Satu (673 222 2821) Pureland Vegetarian Restaurant #15 Blk B Grd Flr Bgn Hj Awg Ahmad bin Hassan & Anak-anak, Kiulap (673 223 6503) Shiang Ping Health Cuisine Shop #21, Grd Flr, Block E, Complex Hj Daud, Jln Gadong (673 244 3078) The Energy Kitchen Grd Flr Fitness Zone Kiulap (673 223 3323) Tien Hsing Vegetarian Restaurant Bangunan Hj Abdullah, Jalan Gadong, Menglait

QUICK PICKS QUICK AND EASY MEALS Mei Kong Coffee Shop 108 Jln Permancha, Bandar Seri Begawan (673 224 0688) Nasi Katok Mama Express 3 Blk A Grd Flr Kompleks Madang, Madang (673 864 1681) INVIGORATE The Spa at the Empire Hotel & Country Club The Empire Hotel & Country Club, Jerudong (673 241 8222) Pearl Health Care 3 Grd Flr Blk B Seri Purnama Complex, Kiulap (673 223 6668) Thann Sanctuary 8/9 1st Flr Bgn Seri Kiulap, Kiulap (673 223 5599) Zen Spa 9-11 2nd Flr, Suria Kiulap (673 223 7777) – Call for other branches Palm Spa Palm Garden Hotel, Kiulap (673 223 2211)

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Sabah The restaurants and eateries listed are arranged by food types, and not in order of our preference. Reviews are written from a typical diner’s perspective and based on actual visits to the establishments listed without the prior knowledge of the restaurants. Information given on menus, hours or prices may change and should be checked.

Eat (Sabah) Bar Tzar Bistro Lot 12 The Waterfront Jln Tun Fuad Stephens, Kota Kinabalu (6088 260 211) Bella Italia 69 Jln Gaya, Kota Kinabalu (6088 313 366) Borneo Wild Treasure Lot 27-0 Blk C Lrg Bundusan Square1D, Kota Kinabalu (6088 732 222) Brass Monkey Lot 1-0 Lorong Lintas Plaza 4, Kota Kinabalu (6088 261 543) Café De Vie Lot D-0-6 Lorong Metro Town 3, Kota Kinabalu (6088 393 863) Circle Restaurant Le Meridien Hotel, Kota Kinabalu (6088 322 222) Emperor’s Delight Lot 6 Grd Flr Jln Pantai, Kota Kinabalu (6088 288 686) Fong Ip Café Lot 100 Jln Gaya, Kota Kinabalu (6088 213 618) Full House G7&1-10 Suria Sabah Jln Tun Fuad Stephens (014 559 9306) Gam Tong Hong Kong Recipe Lot G-823 1Borneo Hypermall, Kota Kinabalu (6088 488 833) Grand Port View Sea View Restaurant 16 Jln Tun Fuad Stephen, Kota Kinabalu (6088 538 178) Hana Japanese Restaurant Lot S21&S22 Blk E City Mall, Kota Kinabalu (6088 538 178) Hot Rod Sausage House No 1-G-02 Blk A Warisan Square, Kota Kinabalu (6016 804 3999) 56

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Hut Steak House & Restaurant 29 Blk E Damai Plaza, Kota Kinabalu (6088 238 558) Jothy’s Fish head Curry & Banana Leaf Blk 1 Lot G9 Api Api Centre, Kota Kinabalu (6088 261 595)

Kampung Nelayan Taman Tun Fuad Bukit Padan, Kota Kinabalu (6088 256 001)

Natural Kitchen Lot No B10 & B11, Suria Sabah Shoppin Mall, Kota Kinabalu (6088 487 180)

Kirishima Japanese Restaurant Cititel Express No 1 Jln Singgah Mata 1 Asia City, Kota Kinabalu (6088 217 868)

Nishiki Japanese Restaurant Shop 4 Grd Flr 63 Gaya Street, Kota Kinabalu (6088 230 582)

Kohinoor North Indian Restaurant Lot 4 The Waterfront Jln Tun Fuad Stephens, Kota Kinabalu (6088 235 160) Korean Club Restaurant 4 Jln Aru, Kota Kinabalu (6088 232 213) Kudos Bistro 69 Gaya Street (inside Jesselton Hotel), Kota Kinabalu (6088 313 366) La Fuente G-816 Grd Flr 1Borneo Hypermall, Kota Kinabalu (6088 488 000) Little Italy Grd Flr Hotel Capital Jln Hj Saman, Kota Kinabalu (6088 232 231) Mai Yai Thai Orchid Restaurant Lot 13 KK Waterfront, Kota Kinabalu (6088 234 841) Mdm Ing Fish Noodle Lot 21 Towering Koidupan Perdana Jln Tambunan, Penampang (6016 831 8726) Mr Ho’s Fine Foods L-72-G Grd Flr Blk L KK Times Square Phase 1, Kota Kinabalu (6088 222 623)

October Coffee House Blk B The Peak Vista Lorong Puncak 1 Tjg Lipat, Kota Kinabalu (6010 346 954) Pancake House Concourse Flr 1Borneo Hypermall, Kota Kinabalu (6088 448 110) Lot G94-94A Karamunsing Complex, Kota Kinabalu (6088 319 168) Party Play 117 Jln Gaya, Kota Kinabalu (6088 311 210) Pasta Pasta 108 Jln Gaya, Kota Kinabalu (6014 371 4665) Peppermint Vietnamese Cuisine No. 85 Grd Flr Jln Gaya, Kota Kinabalu (6012 802 4582) Port View Seafood Village Lot 18 The Waterfront Jln Tun Fuad Stephens, Kota Kinabalu (6088 221 753) Restaurant Baba & Nyonya Recipe Blk E Grd Flr Grand Millennium Plaza, Penampang (6016 810 8206)

Li Garden Restaurant Hock Lee Centre, Kuching (6082 340 785)

Pot & Grill Restaurant 9 Jln Tun Abd Rahman Yaakub, Kuching (6082 425 525)

Lim Hock Ann 96 1 Jln Kg Kuntal, Kuching (6082 846 533)

Rejang Restaurant 6 Lrg Lanang 2 Sibu (6016 860 2636)

Lok Thian Restaurant 317 Jln Padungan, Kuching (6082 3313 310)

Robata Yaki 493 Jln Rambutan, Kuching (6082 235 372)

Lu Lai Vegetarian 3641, Lrg 2 Off Jln Rock, Kuching (6082 242 863)

Rock Road Seafood Restaurant 1230 Jln Rock Bt 2½ , Kuching (6082 241 575)

Escobar SF3 Damai Cenral Pantai Damai Santubong, Kuching (6014 288 1160)

Nam Chai Restaurant Bah Kut Teh 10 Blk D Bdr Nam Tung, Sandakan (6089 612 603) Nan Yang Chic Kut Teh Grd Flr Lot 47 Jln Pantai, Kota Kinabalu (6016 833 5722)

Dynasty Chinese Restaurant Oil Town Comm Complex, Miri (6085 424 000)

Eden Everise Wisma Nation Horizon, Block C, Kuching (6016 888 4522)

Nagasaki Japanese Restaurant No 19 Grd Flr Bangunan Harrison Jln Hj Saman, Kota Kinabalu (6088 216 623)

K. Sanba’s Curry Specials Blk F Lorong Plaza Utama 1 Alamesra, Kota Kinabalu (6016 833 2308)

L.L. Banana Leaf 7G Lorong Rubber 1 Jln Rubber, Kuching (6082 239 404)

East Court Chicken Rice 867 Jln Club SAman (6083 326 818)

Credit Cards : AE | American Express MC | MasterCard V | Visa

Restoran Makanan Sedap No 1-0-1 Blk B Jln Kolam Centre Phase 2 Jln Lintas, Kota Kinabalu (6088 247 459) Sailors Lot 36 1st Flr Grand Millennium Plaza, Penampang (6088 731 960) Santola Café Lot 14 Blk B Damai Point, Kota Kinabalu (6088 260 188) Seng Hing Restaurant Ruang Sinsugan 2, Kota Kinabalu (6088 211 594) Seremban Seafood Restaurant Lot 126 Blk O Plaza Permai, Kota Kinabalu (6088 484 922) Suang Tain Seafood Restaurant Lot 12 Blk A Grd Flr SEDCO Complex, Kota Kinabalu (6088 223 080)

Wah San Restaurant D2-G Blk 17 Jln Pryer, Sandakan (6089 212 626)

Bismi Restaurant 27 Jln Sommerville, Bintulu (6086 331 835)

Yamagoya Ramen Lot 109 Jln Gaya, Kota Kinabalu (6088 253 701)

Bites by the Batik 38 Jln Pandungan, Kuching (6082 422 845)

Yoshimi Japanese Restaurant Warisan Square, Kota Kinabalu (6088 488 388)

Boardriders Café Plaza Merdeka Jln Pearl, Kuching (6082 237 526)

Eat (Sarawak) A One Seafood Restaurant Lrg Chew Siik Hiong 1, Sibu (6084 215 803) Absolute Tribal Restaurant Hills Shopping Mall, Kuching (6082 237 468) Alfian Restaurant 52 Pekan Marudi, Marudi (6085 755 215) All Joy Café 8-1 Jln Khoo Hun Yeang, Kuching (6082 243 535)

Sugarbun Café Lot 48 Jln Pantai, Kota Kinabalu (6088 218 326)

Apollo Seafood Centre 4 Jln Yu Seng Selatan, Miri (6085 420 813)

Supul Korean BBQ Restaurant Lot S-1-8 1st Flr City Mall, Kota Kinabalu (6088 448 844)

Apple Restaurant 78 Jln Tun Ahmad Zaidi, Bintulu (6086 333 377)

Sushi King Blk C 1Borneo Hypermall, Kota Kinabalu (6088 447 437) Sushi Tei Lot G-68 Grd Flr Suria Sabah Shopping Mall, Kota Kinabalu (6088 485 595) Toscani’s Lot 14 The Waterfront Jln Tun Fuad Stephens, Kota Kinabalu (6088 242 879)

Aroma Café 126 Jln Tabuan, Kuching (6082 417 163) Asian Express Restaurant G40 The Spring, Kuching (6082 414 088) Bee Hiong Restaurant Café 157G Jln Muhibbah, Lawas (6085 285 137) Beei Jing Restaurant Sdn Bhd 157 Jln Kg Nyabor, Sibu (6084 330 955)

Boulevard Restaurant 2228 Jln Saberkas, Lutong (6085 653 175) Buenas Filipino Lechon & Restaurant 329 Jln Tj Batu, Bintulu (6086 310 860)

Fac Bravo Restaurant 7778 Jln Sultan Iskandar, Bintulu (6086 316 920) Farley Restaurant 1721 Jln Salim, Sibu (6019 816 3052) Fisherman Restaurant 4 Jln Chew Geok Lin, Sibu (6084 316 888) Fratini’s Restaurant 2512 Jln Boulevard 3, Miri (6085 431 115) Fu Lai Siang Restaurant 108 Jln Pekan Bt Niah, Bt Niah (6085 737 168) Golden City Restaurant 87, Jln Ong Chu Seng, Saratok (6083 436 139)

Café Min Xin Lot 1126-27 Riam Comm Centre, Miri (6085 628 839)

Highlands Seafood Restaurant 298 Jln Tj Bt, Bintulu (6086 318 828)

Capital Restaurant 86 Jln Keppel, Bintulu (6086 331 160)

Hock Chu Leu Restaurant 28 Jln Tukang Besi, Sibu (6084 316 524)

Carvery Restaurant Jln Abell, Kuching (6082 239 449)

Imperial Duck Restaurant 313 Jln Padungan, Kuching (6082 336 313)

Casabella Mediterranean Restaurant Crown Square, Kuching (6082 346 612)

Jubilee Restaurant 49G Jln India, Kuching (6082 245 626)

Chef at Home Lorong Green 1 Blk 10, Kuching (6016 858 5159) Chuan Hong Restaurant 123 Jln Council SAman (6083 322 466) Cloud-99 Precinct 99 Jalan Song, Kuching (6016 866 2716) Crown Dynasty Restaurant Chinese Chamber of Commerce, Bintulu (6086 335 908)

Portico 17A Lorong Park Lane, Kuching (6019 819 8046)

Da Mi Xiang Gu Tou Bao Restaurant Tabuan Hts Comm Centre, Kuching (6082 458 952)

Khan’s Bilal Restaurant 229-G Jln Maju, Miri (6085 418 440) Kim Bay HK Macau Restaurant Boulevard Shopping Mall Jln Datuk Tawi, Kuching (6082 239 308) Koreana Restaurant 10002 Jln Tun Jugah, Kuching (6082 575 072) Kuching Noodle Porridge House 115-1 Wisma Saberkas, Kuching (6082 426 005)

Lucky Restaurant 65C G Pekan Marudi, Marudi (6085 755 562) Lyn’s Thandoori Restaurant 7 Jln Song Thian Cheok, Kuching (6082 234 934) Mango Tree Restaurant Jalan Crookshank, Kuching (6082 235 353) Map Restaurant Bang Terminal, Kuching (6082 459 087) Marco Polo Restaurant 116A BDA Shahida, Bintulu (6086 332 458)

Sajian Warisan Restaurant 537 Jln Gartak, Miri (6085 429 911) Salleh s Corner Café RPR Phase 2 Shoplot Jln Astana Petra Jaya, Kuching (6012 807 8033) Sea View Restaurant G Pusat Tmn SDagang, Bintulu (6086 334 929) Seventy2 Restaurant 894 Jln Permaisuri, Miri (6085 366 318)

Shabu-kun Restaurant 253 Jln Tj Bt, Bintulu Medan Seafood Restaurant (6086 317 311) 56, Jln Mdn Setiaraja, Mukah Sheraton Restaurant (6084 874 145) 37 Psn Brooke, Sibu (6084 336 341) Merry Restaurant 187 Jln Song Thian Cheok, Kuching (6082 240 118)

Sin Lung Sheng Fu Tiao Qiang Restaurant 10788 Jln Simpang Tiga, Kuching (6082 231 260)

Tong Xin Court Restaurant 151 Lrg Datuk Abang Abd Rahim 5a, Kuching (6082 482 252)

Sin Soon Chin Restaurant 2415 Jln Boulevard 2, Miri (6012 808 5456)

Tribal Stove Blk H Jln Borneo Taman Sri, Kuching (6082 234 873)

Sri Menanti Coffee House Restaurant 15 Lrg Pahlawan 7b, Sibu (6084 218 196)

Wang Hin Restaurant 1 Soon Hup Comm Complex, Miri (6085 413 129)

Surabaya Restaurant 288 Jln Bendahara, Miri (6085 411 239) Sushi Kin The Spring, Kuching (6082 245 355) Sushi Tie-tts Wisma Sanyan, Sibu (6084 342 875) Ten-Ichi Japanese Restaurant 317 Jln Padungan, Kuching (6082 331 310) Teo Seafood 787 Jln Kg Buntal, Kuching (6082 846 532) The Banquet 4560 Jln Datuk Tawi Sli, Kuching (6082 451 414) Tian Xian Relish Restaurant 313 Jln Melaka Raya, MC (606 288 1120) Tong Lok Restaurant 1367 Jln Buangsiol, Limbang (6085 216 188)

Warung Nasi Kuning Jln Tun Jugah, Kuching (6016 809 1286) Wei Thian Restaurant Golden Square, Siburan (6082 862 968) Xin Tsui Siang Kitchen Wisma Nation Horizon Blk D, Kuching (6082 414 616) Yun Yan Restaurant Stutong Comm Centre, Kuching (6082 366 115) Zhun San Yen Vegetarian Food Lot 165 Jln Chan Ann, Kuching (6082 230 068) INVIGORATE

SABAH AC Beauty Lane #2-10B Lvl 2 Suria Sabah Shopping Mall, Kota Kinabalu (6088 487 242) Chi, The Spa Shangri-La’s Tanjung Aru Resort & Spa, Jln Aru, Kota Kinabalu (6088 327 882)

Hakod Oasis Day Spa Warisan Square, Kota Kinabalu (6088 487 700) Jari Jari Spa Blk B 2nd Flr Plaza Tanjung Aru, Jln Mat Salleh, Kota Kinabalu (6088 272 606) Mandara Spa The Magellan Sutera, 1 Sutera Habour Boulevard, Kota Kinabalu (6088 318 888) South Sea Sanctuary Spa Jln Tugu Pusat Bandar, Kota Kinabalu (6088 248 221)

SARAWAK Borneo Odyssey Spa Blk 13 Hilltop Wing, Damai Beach Resort, Santubong (6082 846 999) Damaipuri Resort & Spa Teluk Penyuk, Santubong (6082 846 900) Jungle Spa Borneo Highlands Resort, Jln Borneo Heights, Kuching (6019 828 0790) Mirage Spa Lot 151 Sect 28, KUCHING (6082 424 022) Putri Sejinjang Spa Rumah Kedai Mara, Heritage Jargen, Jln Rahman Yaakob, Kuching (6082 428 660)

Metro Café 781 Jln Bangkita, Limbang (6085 215 488) Min Hua (89) Restaurant G 13 Jln Bintang Utara, Bintangor (6084 693 240) Momoyama Wisma Phoenix, Kuching (6082 420 561) Nam Hoi Restaurant 110 Jln Penrissen Bt 7, Kuching (6082 612 379) Orion Tropical Jln Merpati, Miri (6085 417 417) Padungan Restaurant 268 Jln Tunku Abd Rahman, Kuching (6082 233 417) Pin Pin Café 18 Jln Krokong Bau (6082 763 486) Popular Corner Seafoods Restaurant Bda Shahida Commercial Centre, Bintulu (6086 319 688) Borneo.Insider’s.Guide

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USEFUL local Malay words

BRUNEI Banks Banks in Brunei Darussalam are usually open Mondays to Fridays, 9am - 4pm and on Saturdays, 9am 11am. Some banks have branches with later closing times. Islamic banks follow the same operation hours except on Fridays when they are closed for prayers between 11am - 2.30pm.

Cash withdrawals and deposits can be made from Automated Teller Machines (ATM) that can be found in various shopping complexes and bank branches all over the country. ATM cards affiliated with the international Plus or Cirrus systems are accepted at most ATMs.

Credit cards VISA and Mastercard are the most widely accepted credit cards in hotels, restaurants and major shopping complexes.

Some establishments accept American Express.

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Money Changer Licensed money changers can be found at the airport, hotels, various shopping complexes and banks. To cash or exchange travelers cheques, visit major international banks in the capital.

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Telecommunications Friday Prayer Time All retail, food and beverage outlets and business offices are closed between 12 noon and 2pm on Fridays to observe the Friday prayer time for Muslims.

Islamic Etiquette Although Islam is the state religion of Brunei Darussalam, it is also a country that prides itself on the diversity of its people – including their religions. Visitors are welcome to mosques, provided some etiquette is followed. In general, proper attire is required; women are required to cover their head, shoulders, and knees.

Some mosques will provide simple robes and shawls to meet these standards. Shoes are to be removed before entering a mosque. Please do not pass in front of people in prayer, and do not touch the Al-Quran. Please ask for permission before taking photographs – particularly inside!

Mosques are usually closed on Thursday and Friday, and during prayer times – your hotel, tour guide, or Muslim locals can help you determine a good time to visit.

Most public phones operate on calling cards such as Hello card, Netkad and Payless. These cards can be purchased at any store and comes in $5, $10, $20 and $50 denominations. Prepaid calling cards for the two mobile telephone operators, DST and Progresif Cellular, can be purchased from their respective authorised dealers in major shopping areas.

Taxis

Tourist Information

Centre

Located at the Kg. Ayer Cultural and Tourism Gallery (9am - 2pm). Visitors can obtain information about Brunei and related pamphlets and maps free from here.

Buses There are six bus routes servicing the BSB area: the Central Line, Circle Line, Eastern Line, Southern Line, Western Line and Northern Line. Normal operating hours are from 6.30am - 6pm. Bus fares start from B$1.00. Buses heading to other towns in Brunei such as Tutong, Kuala Belait and Seria depart from the bus terminal located at the multistorey carpark on Jalan Cator in BSB.

Water

Smoking Smoking is prohibited in both air-conditioned and non airconditioned areas in Brunei Darussalam. Smoking is banned in specific places, including government buildings, hospitals, recreational and educational centres, public transport and restaurants. Offenders could be fined.

Taxis can be found at the airport, hotels, shopping centres, and the central bus station in Bandar Seri Begawan.

There are no metered taxis in Brunei, therefore it is advisable to negotiate your fare before getting into one.

For your convenience it is also recommended to take your preferred taxi driver’s number to organize prearranged trips.

Taxis Unique to Brunei, the water taxi is the most common means of transportation in Kampong Ayer.

You can hail a water taxi from the numerous jetties along the banks of Brunei River. Fares are negotiable but usually a standard ride costs about B$1.00. Regular boat services to Temburong operate between 7.45am to 4pm daily and a round trip costs B$15.00.

Ferry Services Passenger ferry services to the Malaysian island of Labuan operate from 7am to 4pm and departs from the Serasa Terminal in Muara town. The journey takes about 45 minutes to an hour.

Good morning Good afternoon Goodnight Thank you You’re welcome What is your name?

My name is …

Excuse me Yes No How much?

Where is the toilet?

I want to go to …

Turn right Turn left

Selamat pagi

Jalan terus

Selamat petang

Lapangan Terbang

Go straight Airport Selamat malam Town Terima kasih Home Sama-sama Shops Siapa nama awda? Eat Nama saya …

Drink Maafkan saya Walk Ya Chicken Tidak Beef Berapa?

Seafood Di mana tandas?

Vegetables Saya mahu pergi ke... Rice Belok ke kanan 1, 2, 3...

Bandar Rumah Kedai Makan Minum Jalan-jalan Ayam Daging Makanan laut Sayur-sayuran Nasi Satu, Dua, Tiga...

Belok ke kiri

NUMBERS TO NOTE

FOREIGN MISSIONS

EMERGENCY Police 993 Fire 995 Ambulance 991 Directory enquiries 113 Darussalam Hotline 123

Australia 222 9436/426

FLIGHT INFORMATION General 2331747

Bangladesh 223 8420 Cambodia 242 6450 Canada 222 0043 China 233 9609 France 222 0969/961

AIRLINES Royal Brunei Airlines 2212222, 2240500 Air Asia 2333045 Malaysian Airlines 2224141/2, 2223074 Singapore Airlines 2244901/2/3/4 Cebu Pacific Air 2222666, 2227965, 2239888

Germany 222 5574

MEDICAL SERVICES RIPAS Hospital 2242424 Jerudong Park Medical Centre (JPMC) 2611433 Gleneagles JPMC 2611212 Tutong Hospital 4221336 Ext 991 Kuala Belait Hospital 3332366 Ext 991 Temburong Hospital 5221526 Ext 127

Pakistan 242 4600

India 233 9685

Unit 1.45B, First Floor The Mall, Abdul Razak Complex Gadong, Brunei, BE3519 Tel: (673) 245 7700

Opening Hours: 10am - 10pm www.missha.net

Indonesia 233 0180 Japan 222 9265/6867 Korea 233 0248 Laos 238 4382 Malaysia 238 1095/1097 Myanmar 245 1960/1965

Philippines 224 1465/1466 Russia 261 2142 Saudi Arabia 279 2822/2823 Singapore 226 2714/2742 Thailand 265 3108 United Kingdom 222 2231 USA 238 4616 Vietnam 265 1580/1587

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SABAH Banks

Banks open from 9am to 4pm from Mondays to Fridays and are closed on Saturdays and Sundays. ATM machines are available 24 hours. Major shopping malls also have ATM machines and are available during operating hours.

Credit Cards Visa and Mastercard are the most widely accepted credit cards at hotels, restaurants and major shopping malls. Some establishments do accept American Express.

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Money Changer

Licensed money changers can be found at the airport, shopping malls, hotels and major banks.

SARAWAK Banks

Banks open from 9.30am to 3pm from Mondays to Fridays and are closed on Saturdays and Sundays.

ATM machines are available 24 hours. Major shopping malls also have ATM machines and are available during operating hours.

Credit Cards Visa and Mastercard are the most widely accepted credit cards at hotels, restaurants and major shopping malls. Some establishments do accept American Express.

Telecommunications

Buses

There are three main bus terminals that operate regular services. The terminal along Jalan Tun Razak provides services within the city and its outskirts. For destinations south of the city (Papar, Beaufort, Tenom, Tambunan, Keningau), use the terminal near Padang Merdeka.

For any other destinations north of the city and all the way to the east coast towns of Sandakan, Tawau, Lahad Datu and Semporna, you have to take a bus to the Kota Kinabalu North Bus Terminal in Inanam and from there proceed to your destination of choice. Kinabalu Park is located en route from Kota Kinabalu to Sandakan.

Air Travel

Kota Kinabalu International Airport (KKIA) is the second busiest airport in Malaysia and is the main terminal for Malaysia Airlines, MASWings, Firefly, Royal Brunei Airlines, Dragonair, Silkair and Asiana Airlines. Terminal 2 caters to low-cost carriers Air Asia, Cebu Pacific and Eastar Jet.

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A free city-tram service is available for sightseeing around Kuching with pick up points at designated hotels. A daily bus service between Kuching and the airport operates from 6am-7pm and takes 40 minutes. The main intercity bus terminal is at Penrissen Bus Terminal southeast of Kuching. Ask Tourism Information Centres for bus timetables; a ‘green bus’ in the Kuching area goes to Santubong (SCV).

Air Travel

Kuching International Airport services airlines to destinations within Malaysia and overseas via Malaysia Airlines, Air Asia, Firefly, Tiger Airways, Royal Brunei, Silk Air and Batavia Air (Pontianak, Kalimantan).

A network of services using smaller aircrafts provides access to remote destinations within Sarawak such as Bario, Mulu and Ba Kelalan.

Licensed money changers can be found at the airport, shopping malls, hotels and major banks. Some money changers may not accept foreign currency in small denomination or notes with a date or serial number that they don’t approve of.

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Taxis

Taxis are available at both airport terminals and cost about RM30.00 to get to the city.

The journey takes between 10-15 minutes. Within the city, taxi stations are located next to major shopping malls and hotels. Long distance taxi services can be found next to Padang Merdeka.

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It is possible to make IDD phone calls at payphones using coins or call cards. Prepaid calling cards are also widely available by authorized dealers at shopping malls. Most major hotels have WIFI facility either in their guest rooms or public areas. An increasing number of restaurants now have WIFI zones too.

Cybercafés offer very affordable rates for internet services.

Telecommunications

It is possible to make IDD phone calls at payphones using coins or call cards.

Prepaid calling cards are also widely available by authorized dealers at shopping malls.

Most major hotels have WIFI facility either in their guest rooms or public areas.

An increasing number of restaurants now have WIFI zones too. Cybercafés offer very affordable rates for internet services.

Sabah Tourism Board Jalan Gaya Tel: (6088) 212 121 Sri Pelancongan Sabah Sinsuran Complex Tel: (6088) 232 121 Tourism Malaysia (Sabah) Api Api Centre Tel: (6088) 211 732 Visitors’ Information Centre Terminal 1 Tel: (6088) 413 359 Visitors’ Information Centre Terminal 2 Tel: (6088) 447 075

Ferry Services Jesselton Point is the main terminal for boats to the Tunku Abdul Rahman Park islands and to Labuan Island. If you wish to drive to Labuan, use the ferry terminal at Menumbok south of the city where car ferries are available.

Express Boats and Ferry Services A boat service locally known as tambang is available for the short trip across Kuching River to the riverside villages on the other side and along the river for sightseeing. Fast and comfortable express boats connect coastal towns (Kuching, Sibu, Kapit) and villages on the major rivers in Sarawak.

The Express Ferry Terminal in Kuching offers trips to Sibu and onwards to Kapit for upriver journeys. Take a bus from Sibu to Miri for ferries to Brunei and onwards to Labuan island and Kota Kinabalu.

Taxis

Taxi fare from Kuching Tourist airport to the city cost about Information Centre RM22.00 per way. Taxies are easily found at large hotels, or at taxi stands in all the major towns in Sarawak. Taxis don’t use meters so always negotiate the fare before getting into a cab!

Kuching Visitors’ Information Centre Tel: (6082) 410 944/2 Miri Visitors’ Information Centre Tel: (6085) 434 181 Sibu Visitors’ Information Centre Tel: (6084) 340 980

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New State Legislative Assembly (DUN)

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Samudra Court Hotel

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Land & Survey Divisional Office

Police Contingent HQ

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Sarakraf Pavilion

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Wisma Sabah, Wisma Air Asia Merdeka

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• Gaya • Suria Sabah • Hyatt Regency Centre • hotel KK Plaza • • General Bank • Gaya Street • Negara Post Office • Pantai Sunday Market • Signal Hill Observatory Inn (Bukit Bendera) • Akinabalu • • Atkinson Night Youth Hostel Clock Tower Sabah Tourism Market Board

• Central Market

• Fish Market

• Istana Negeri – Residence of Yang Di-Pertua Negeri • The Palace Hotel Kota Kinabalu

Kampung Gersik

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• Kuwasa • Karamunsing Complex, Complex Royal Brunei Airlines • Wisma Tun Fuad Stephens

H

Handicraft Bazaar

• Hotel Deleeton • Asia City Mall • Cititel • SEDCO Express Complex Hotel

• Warisan Square • Centre Point

Waterfront Radius International Esplanade

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• All Saints • Central Cathedral Sabah Oriental Hotel • Kota Police Kinabalu Station • Indonesia Consulate General

• The Mall (KK Times Square)

Sabah Parks

• Sacred Heart Cathedral

Tang Dynasty Park Hotel •

Water Village

• Harbour City Development

• Sutera Harbour Marina Golf and Country Club

• Magellan Sutera Hotel

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Orchid Garden

• State Mosque

• The Sutera Harbour Marina & Yacht Club

Sutera Harbour

• Pacific Sutera Hotel

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Square Tower Sarawak Sarawak Petra Fort Margherita Open Tourism Indian Tourism Jaya Air Complex Transport Market Mosque Federation Textile Police Museum Little Divisional Electra Lebanon Visitors Mosque Siang Ti Kuch House Police Information Temple ing Centre Souvenir

• North Borneo Railway Station

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• Tanjung Aru Plaza

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Grand Magherita Hotel Centrepoint Shopping Sarawak Centre Everybread Shops Berambih Plaza Mr. D’s Chinese Museum Tun Lodge Kuching Riverside Jugah Terminal Matang Majestic Wisma Cozzi One Lounge Medan Padang Transport Sikh Kuching Ting Pek Cat Crossway General Pelita King Statue Merdeka Dormani Hotel Post Office Hong San Si Tua Pek Kong Temple Great Asia Star Office Top Spot Sarawak Temple Temple St. Thomas Food Court Wall Cat Tourism Church Limerree Statue Malaysia Hotel Dewan Tun Board Airlines Abdul Razak Somerset Kim Bay Saramo Hostel St. Mary’s State Thiam Ming Museum Merdeka Palace Gateway Corus Wood Police School Library Pullman Hotel Hotel & Suites & DBKU Tom’s Bing & Resort Islamic Arts Museum • SCR at&a Home Museum St. Thomas’s Chung Hua Ideas Sdn. Bhd Hopoh Secret School School Old Sarawak Recipe Shopping 360Xpress Museum Red Centre Kuching Radio Aquarium Crescent High School • Television Bank Beds Telang Usan Building Malaysia Negara Syariah Court • Wisma Satok • SCR Hotel Bella’s Heroes’ Aha Cafe Monument Cat Statue Organic Hong Kong Reservoir Islamic Pau Cafe Fire Station Park Garden Buhari Cafe Sri Shan Top Hill Kitchen Choon Hui Cafe Kopi O Corner Batavia Cafe Lodge 121 Hotel Grand Aroma Cafe Telecom RJ Ayam Continental Malaysia Penyet Kopitiam St. Theresa’s Hindu Temple Chung Hua School SCR Express Pasar Tamu No.1 School St. Joseph’s SCR School St. Joseph

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• Kota Kinabalu International Airport (Terminal 2)

• Casuarina Hotel

• Kinabalu Golf Club

Tanjung Aru

• Kinabalu Yacht Club

• Shangri-La’s Tanjung Aru Resort & Spa

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TOP Movies to WATCH OUT FOR IN 2016

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*Based on U.S. release date

jun 17 JUL 29

Finding Dory Starring Ellen DeGeneres, Albert Brooks, Willem Dafoe, Diane Keaton, Ty Burrell

MARCH

25

Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice

We continue the adventure undersea in this sequel to Finding Nemo. Ellen DeGeneres returns as Dory as she goes on a mission to find her family, joined by the reluctant Marlin (Albert Brooks).

With the director of Finding Nemo (Andrew Stanton) also returning to helm the sequel, this is the mustsee animated film of the year.

Starring Henry Cavill, Ben Affleck, Amy Adams, Jesse Eisenberg, Gal Gadot Henry Cavill returns as the red-caped wonder and Ben Affleck is introduced as the caped crusader in black. Other DC characters come out to play but who cares? This is a movie with Batman AND Superman in it. Consider your ticket bought.

FEB 12

APR 15

Zoolander 2

The Jungle Book

Starring Ben Stiller, Owen Wilson, Will Ferrell

Starring Neel Sethi as Mowgli, Scarlett Johansson, Idris Elba, Ben Kingsley, Lupita Nyong’o

The very, very ridiculously goodlooking Derek Zoolander and his model-in-crime Hansel struts back to the big screen in this sequel to the huge comedy hit, directed again by Ben Stiller.

JUL 1

Fans of Rudyard Kipling’s classic short stories and the much beloved Disney animated film put their trust in director Jon Favreau as he brings The Jungle Book to life.

The BFG

Starring Ruby Barnhill, Bill Hader, Rebecca Hall Steven Spielberg directs this adaptation of the beloved book by Roald Dahl, about the Big Friendly Giant (BFG) who accidentally brings a little girl back to Giant World and keeps her safe from his bigger, man-eating companions.

NOV

18

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Ghostbusters Starring Kristen Wiig, Kate McKinnon, Melissa McCarthy, Leslie Jones

This revamped version of the classic movie has one distinct difference: the all-star cast that comprise the Ghostbusters team are now all female! Add Chris Hemsworth as a secretary for eye-candy and we’re ready to have a scary good time.

Knights of the Round Table: King Arthur

JUL 22

Starring Charlie Hunnam, Jude Law, Eric Bana, Djimon Hounsou Charlie Hunnam stars as the titular character in this Guy Ritchie-directed version of the classic tale about the boy-king.

With ambitious plans to spin off into a saga spanning six films, we’ll soon see if Guy Ritchie has the gravitas to pull the sword from the proverbial stone.

Harry Potter fans rejoice! We are taken back into the wizarding world as we follow the adventures of wizard and writer Newt Scamander, 70 years before Harry Potter reads his book about fantastic beasts and where to find them.

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Starring Matt Damon, Julia Stiles, Alicia Vikander, Vincent Cassell, Tommy Lee Jones Although The Bourne Ultimatum was supposed to be the last hurrah, Paul Greengrass has returned to direct the fifth installment of the franchise (which is still untitled at the time of print) with Matt Damon as Jason Bourne.

JUL 15

Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them

Starring Eddie Redmayne, Colin Farrell, Ezra Miller

Bourne Sequel

AUG 5

Suicide Squad Starring Jared Leto, Margot Robbie, Viola Davis, Will Smith, Joel Kinnaman, Cara Delevingne A comic book movie without superheroes, Suicide Squad features a line-up of villains brought together to save the world.

Other movies on our watchlist: Deadpool, Rogue One: A Star Wars Story, X-Men Apocalypse, La La Land, The Conjuring 2: Enfield Poltergeist, Miss Peregrine’s Home for Peculiar Children, Assassin’s Creed THE MALL CINEPLEX @ LEVEL 3, THE MALL, GADONG 2422455 www.themallcineplex.com TIMES CINEPLEX@EMPIRE, EMPIRE HOTEL AND COUNTRY CLUB, JERUDONG 2610001 www.timescineplex.com/empirePSBdualplex TIMES SQUARE CINEPLEX @ 4TH FLOOR, TIMES SQUARE SHOPPING CENTRE, BERAKAS 2341122 www.timescineplex.com TUTONG TIMES CINEPLEX @ BERJAYA COMPLEX, TUTONG 4220422 PSB DUALPLEX, SERIA @ F19, JALAN TENGAH, SERIA 3221437 www.facebook.com/PSBdualplex