Kota Kinabalu’s must eat banana leaf rice
Banana Leaf rice is originated from South Indian due to the migration of south Indian, Banana leaf rice was brought into the Kota Kinabalu. Our cravings for good banana leaf rice was answered when we found out a few of the Indian eateries around...
Great Western Breakfast in Kota Kinabalu
Looking for hearty big Western Breakfast instead of your regular Kopitiam food in Kota Kinabalu? check out these cafes in Kota Kinabalu serving western breakfast.
The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf
Coffee Bean & Tea leaf serve extensive all day breakfast. You can choose from a simple croissant set to Croque...
Kids friendly Cafe in Kota Kinabalu
With cafe mushrooming around Kota Kinabalu, we would expect parents will find it easier to dine out while knowing that their kids occupied with good foods and most importantly, area to play in. what we realise is finding a kids friendly restaurants and cafes in...
Tamu Donggongon – one of the oldest Tamu in Sabah
Tamu, Pronounced as “tah-moo”, tamu is a place to sell and buy, but mostly exchange goods and food, a natural market where farmers and artisans gather around to market their products. From the youngest to the oldest inhabitants of Sabah, everyone has been at...
Seafood Restaurants in Kota Kinabalu
Kota Kinabalu is famous for its seafood. There are many seafood restaurants around Kota Kinabalu serving delicious seafood at an affordable price. Choose from lobsters, crabs, prawns, clams, and oysters, all kept alive in tanks until preparation. Most seafood restaurants serve no pork and some are also certified...
Oodles of Noodles – The many types of noodles in Sabah
by: Cassey Ashley Sua
If it’s noodles you’re craving, look no further because the Malaysian Bornean state of Sabah has got you covered. Whilst Sabah is known for being culturally rich accompanied by panoramic sights, it also offers a wide variety of unique noodle dishes...
Green-OS Organic Farm – Organic vegetables from farm to table in Kota Kinabalu
Ever wonder how organic vegetables are grown and what's the difference organic farming and conventional farming? On an invitation by Alu Alu Kitchen, we visited their sister farm at Kinarut and see for ourselves how organic vegetables are grown.
This Farm at Kinarut is...
10 Restaurants for vegetarian food in Kota Kinabalu
1. Living Seed Vegetarian Restaurant翠园素馆
Opening hour: 8am to 4pm, 假Rest on Tuesday
Location: Ground Floor, Lot 8-9, Block 15, Bandar Baru Penampang, 88200 Kota Kinabalu
Contact no: 088-728009
2. Nourish 養生蔬食坊
Location: Ground Floor, Lot 8, Block 18, Penampang Baru, 88200 Kota Kinabalu
Contact no: 014-374 7715
3. You Yuen Vegetarian
Location:Lot 5-0, Jalan...
Sunset dining in Kota Kinabalu
Kota Kinabalu has some of the most unforgettable views. Its ‘golden hour’ is an equivalent to a dramatic postcard picture and there are many locations in Kota Kinabalu that put up an impressive light show. Enjoy sunset while having a glass of cocktails or...
Instagram-worthy spots in Sabah you must visit
Sabah, one of the 13 states of Malaysia located on the Island of Borneo. Sabah is blessed with beautiful nature and landscape. Sabah is a heaven for photographer and Instagrammer and you will leave Sabah with a beautiful memory of Sabah. Here are our...
Cafes in Sandakan that you should visit
by Susan Chang
More cafes are opening in Sandakan town. These are some of the popular cafes visited by the locals and tourists.
Sandakan Town Centre
One of the most popular tourist destination is Balin Roof Top Garden & Bistro which is located at Nak Hotel at Sandakan...
Bonaterra Borneo – Beans to Bar Borneo Chocolate
Beans to bar artisan chocolates, handcrafted chocolates have been gaining popularity for the past few years. Bean-to-bar chocolate makers take cacao beans, make chocolate, and create the chocolate bars and products we love. That’s different from a chocolatier who takes already-made chocolate and turns...
Infographic – Know your Kueh
As Malaysian, We love our kueh/kuih. There are over hundred types of kuehs out there. How well do you know your kueh and do you know the name of your favourite kueh?
Thanks to Bits & Bites for providing us with the kuehs and information....
7 restaurants to Wine and Dine in Kota Kinabalu
by Mona Lee
Planning a romantic can be tough especially then deciding part. Want to bring your partner out for a romantic dinner but not sure where to? Don’t worry; here are the few choices of restaurants that you can choose from with your preferences.
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3 “Must Eat” Indian Restaurants in Kota Kinabalu for Indian Food lovers
You can find Indian Restaurant in every country around the world. Indian food is popular because of its diversity, with its ingredients, spices and cooking methods. Indian cuisine covers six different tastes (i.e Sweet, sour, salty, spicy, bitter and sharp). In Kota Kinabalu, we can...
Café Hopping in Kota Kinabalu
by Mona Lee
Various café in Kota Kinabalu and it still continues to grow every year. The selection of coffee shop with its own unique design of concept never failed to amaze the locals and attract them to discover these cafes. Each café in Sabah...
Sabah Pork Egg Roll ( Chun Kien) 客家春卷
One of the signature foods of Sabah which can only be found in Sabah is Pork Egg rolls. Pork egg rolls are considered one of the traditional foods of Hakka people and the old towns of Tenom and Kudat still produce some of the best...
Rooftop Bar @ Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu launched the Kota Kinabalu's newest, iconic sunset and evening rooftop bar on the highest floor on its recently renovated 15th floor. The Rooftop Bar is the only 'sunset in motion' experience in the most vibrant location overlooking the bustling night...
Mee Sup Pipin – Originally Mee Sup Inobong
When looking for food at Donggongon, everyone will mention of Mee Sup Pipin. What is Mee Sup Pipin and why does it called Mee Sup Pipin. We meet up with Georgina Pipin, The owner of Mee Sup Pipin and ask her about the origin of...
Guide to Kota Kinabalu nightlife
If you love to meet new friends and party. Kota Kinabalu offer great selections of pub, bar and dance club around the city. Most of the bar concentrate around KK Times Square and The waterfront area right at the centre of Kota Kinabalu City. Whether...
4 Food Trucks in Kota Kinabalu you should try now
by: Mona Coretti Lee
Food trucks are slowing expanding its trend here in Kota Kinabalu. And recently, KK Food trucks bazaar was organized at AM PM Kolombong and most of the food trucks are invited. All of these food trucks will only gather on Friday...
Food Hunts : Tanjung Aru Town
Located minutes away from Kota Kinabalu city center, Tanjung Aru supplies the perfect mix of tranquility and entertainment. Tanjung Aru is famous for its beach but there are plenty of good eats as well. From authentic chinese food to good simple local kueh, Tanjung...
Kota Kinabalu Food guide for beginner
First time visiting Kota Kinabalu? Not sure what to expect from Kota Kinabalu and where to find the food? Worry not as we get you covered.
For so long, Sabahans have felt put off by the suggestion from outsiders that there is nothing to eat in...
Aki Sushi – modern Japanese dining by Sabahan
Aki means autumn in Japanese and also mean “grandfathers and every male ancestor of the past” for the Kadazandusun people of Sabah.
Aki Sushi brings modern Japanese dining to Kota Kinabalu citizens at Plaza 333, Donggongon bypass. Aki Sushi is more than just sushi! Aki...
Foodie’s Story – Sinalau Bakas, Sabah Wild Boar
Do you ever think about great culinary works of art? I smell it when I eat pig. In Kuala Lumpur, sometimes after I’ve been to class I walk to the cafes near my university and use my nose to track fresh siu yuk. But...
What to do in Kota Kinabalu – activities and places to visit
Kota Kinabalu is the capital city of Sabah located on the west coast of Sabah. Kota Kinabalu, better known as KK by locals, is the perfect jumping-off point to explore the stunning nature that surrounds the city. The city center is compact and offers...
Guide to Japanese Restaurant at Kota Kinabalu
by Mona Lee
Besides the beautiful islands and breathtaking beaches, Kota Kinabalu is no stranger to all types of good foods. But you will be surprised that there are wide choices of Japanese food available too. Below are the few of the most popular Japanese...
Favourite Coffee Cafe in Kota Kinabalu? As voted by you!
Which cafe is the favourite cafe among coffee lovers in Kota Kinabalu? We run a poll from 27th of January 2015 till 5th of March 2015 on http://sabaheats.com/best-coffee-cafe-kota-kinabalu/
220 peoples votes for their favourite cafe in Kota Kinabalu, the result is as follow:
No.1 : October Cafe...
Food Hunt : The Search for the best Waffle in Kota Kinabalu
Waffle can be breakfast, lunch or dinner. They can be sweet, topped with maple syrup and fresh fruit, or savory, filled with herbs and topped with gravy and fried chicken. Waffles can even be a dessert, topped with scoops of ice cream and lots...
3 Unique breakfast experience in Kota Kinabalu we love
Breakfast is the most important meal of the day. A good day starts with a wonderful and tasty breakfast meal. There are many good places around Kota Kinabalu to kickstart the day but nothing beats a wonderful breakfast experience surrounded by beautiful scenery and...
