Wednesday, February 4, 2009

Sunday Morning Market at Gaya Street


When you are in Kota Kinabalu Town for the weekend, you should visit the Sunday morning market at Gaya Street which is an interesting place to shop, bargain or just watch around and have a good walk at the same time.

You can find local traders displaying their goods under shady trees and over-sized umbrellas, such as local arts and handicrafts, batik sarongs, fake branded bags and clothing, fruits, vegetables, plants and flowers, jewelleries, antiques and souvenirs, drinks, local delicacies, cakes and foods, medicine and herbs, animals such as chicken, pet puppies, cats, rabbits, hamsters, birds, fishes and lot more.

The market fair is held at the Gaya Street and the street is closed to traffic from 6.30 am to 1.00 pm. During this time, the street is crowded with all kind of people, so be extra careful with your bags and wallets. If you are thirsty, hungry or worn out, just pop into one of the many coffee shops and eateries along the street.

It is an enjoyable outing for me at the Sunday Market. There are so many interesting and unusual things to look at or even study and in fact I have gained more general knowledge.

Here are photos taken before the Chinese New Year:-
Feng Shui Products for good luck for the coming chinese new year
Flowers to beautify your living room during Chinese New Year
CNY Homemade cookies





More photos taken during 1st Sunday of Chinese New Year:-
Hats hanging on a line

Wooden tree roots ducks

Parrot in a pink cage for sale

February Baby

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Abstract thoughts. Loves reality and abstract. Intelligent and clever. Changing personality. Attractive. sexiest out of everyone. Temperamental. Quiet, shy and humble. Honest and loyal. Determined to reach goals. Loves freedom. Rebellious when restricted. Loves aggressiveness. Too sensitive and easily hurt. Gets angry really easily but does not show it. Dislikes unnecessary things. Loves making friends but rarely shows it. Horny. Daring and stubborn. Ambitious. Realizing dreams and hopes. Sharp. Loves entertainment and leisure. Romantic on the inside not outside. Superstitious and ludicrous. Spendthrift. Tries to learn to show emotions.

Sunday, January 11, 2009

Underwater Heritage of Sabah

This is my first visit to Aquarium and Marine Muzium situated at the University Malaysia Sabah (UMS) Campus. It is one the best marine aquarium facility in Borneo to date. Luckily for me, it is opened on Sunday and you need to pay RM5.00 for an entrance pass.

UMS Aquarium & Museum


When you enter, look up! (Imagine Sipadan Deep Dive)Coral Showcase




You can see these at the museum ~ marine mammals
Hanako the Dolphin
Culvier's Beaked Whale Skeleton

Dead Tortoise


Seascape

Saturday, January 3, 2009

January Baby


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Pretty/handsome. Loves to dress up. Easily bored. Fussy. Seldom shows emotions. Takes time to recover when hurt. Sensitive. Down-to-Earth. Stubborn.


See, if it rings true for you!

New York New York in 1Borneo

Here we go again, New York New York! 3rd time been here, another try for different dish

This is good. Cheese Garlic French Loaf
Mushroom Soup to dip in with. Can have a try.
Salmon tuna sandwich. No 2nd time order.
Fettuccine pasta with fried fish. Look at the size of the fish.
Hawaii chicken ham and pineapple pizza. Thin and crispy pastry. Nice.
Ha ha, haven't try this Giant Yankee Burger yet. Heard that the meat is very juicy and tender. It is their signature dish which is an 8-inches wide, 4-inches high burger with 2 pounds of juicy ground beef served on a large bed of fries. The serving sizes are enough for 4 persons.

Funny Pics of the day














Friday, January 2, 2009

Japan Boat Takoyaki at Wisma Merdeka

Japan Boat Takoyaki (aka octopus ball) is very popular here. Since its opening only a few months back, you can still see a lot of customers queuing for the food which is made of flour, a bit of octopus and some vege inside and topping with mayonaise, BBQ sauce, dried bonito flake and wasabi (if you like it hot).
You have to wait a while for your order because they serve you hot straight from the pan.
See, It is so round and fluffy.
There are 3 pieces inside the paper boat. Price : RM2.80
You should eat it hot. It tastes better.

Kobe Cream Puff at Palm Square, CPS

Kobe Cream Puff was opened recently at 4th Floor Palm Square. My daughter bought 4 pieces which costed RM10.00 so we can taste each flavour.
There are 3 flavour of cream fillings:-
CappuccinoGreen Tea
Vanilla

We were given a free voucher. Next purchase will be "buy 3 free 1 of any choice of flavour".

Thursday, January 1, 2009

Growball Restaurant

Growball Restaurant is located at the 6th Floor, Palm Square, Centre Point Sabah, Kota Kinabalu.

The exterior of the Restaurant.
Before entering you need to buy food coupon. You pay RM6.00 (1 choice of dish) for 1 set lunch and RM10.00 (2 choices of dish) for 1 set Dinner. All dishes are served with Rice.
The interior looks cozy with light music playing. It is a good place to unwind, relax and have your lunch or dinner.
There is a menu on the table where you can tick and order your choice of dish. You can have unlimited flow of soft drinks, iced lemon tea, hot tea and hot coffee and soup.
Malaysian style dishes (no pork) are served here. Nice home cooked food.

Beef with Kailan
Assam (Sour) Fish

Bittergourd Chicken
Curry Fish

Recommended eating here especially if you are going to catch the show at Growball Cinemax during lunch time or before dinner.