Manuka, Sunway Pyramid: Building a Manuka honey beverage brand

Working with talents from all over the world, Manuka offers Malaysians a series of Manuka honey beverages that are affordable and appealingly effective, enhanced with natural and nutritious ingredients, from berries to butterfly pea. These new drinks in Sunway Pyramid promise excellent health benefits and essential vitamins in a delicious form - a convenient alternative to conventional pills and supplements.

Mai Kohi, Shah Alam

Fans of cosy, compact coffee shops, check out Shah Alam's new Mai Kohi - founder Arief currently offers three choices of Curate-roasted Brazilian, Colombian or Honduran beans for espresso-based beverages. Also sip on the hot chocolate, made with 63% Peruvian cocoa and 100% pure chocolate flakes.

Mai Kohi

36, Jalan Renang 13/26, Tadisma Business Park, Seksyen 13, 40100 Shah Alam, Selangor.

The Record Speakeasy, Plaza Batai

Vinyl and vodka: The Record Speakeasy spins vintage beats paired with varied cocktails like Cloudy With A Chance Of Orange (Montelobos mezcal with orange bitters) and Meg-an (nutmeg-infused big peat with pineapple juice, lime juice, nutmeg syrup and clarified milk).

The Record Speakeasy

Plaza Batai, Bukit Damansara, Kuala Lumpur.

Louie's Bar, Plaza Batai

Louie's Bar is our favourite new cocktail destination - a timelessly suave space with vivid visuals in Plaza Batai, with drinks that are the stuff of liquid dreams. 

From the Vesper Martini to the Boulevardier, Louie's Bar does clear-eyed justice to the classics, sublime from the first to final sip.

Louie's Bar

Plaza Batai, Bukit Damansara, Kuala Lumpur.

Manuka, Sunway Pyramid: Discover the dazzling health benefits of Manuka honey

We talk to Kenny Too, founder of Manuka Sdn Bhd, to delve into the incredible health benefits of Manuka honey, popular for its science-backed therapeutic properties.

Kenny informs us that Manuka honey is known for:

1. Antibacterial Properties: Manuka honey can fight bacteria that would be hard to kill with antibiotics. It stops the growth of bacteria like MRSA, which is resistant to many antibiotics, helping to combat skin inflammation, eczema, acne and more.

2. Anti-Inflammatory Effects: Manuka honey has to potential to alleviate various inflammatory conditions. It is one of the biggest antidotes to chronic mouth ulcers and sore throats. 

  

3. Digestive Health: Manuka honey can help with stomach problems like gastritis and ulcers. Some people say that eating Manuka honey makes their stomach feel better.

4. Skin Care Benefits: Manuka honey is high in antioxidants and is good for the skin. Consuming or applying Manuka honey can hydrate your skin, reduce acne inflammation and reduce lines and wrinkles.

5. Energy Boost: Regular consumption of Manuka honey is believed to have an elixir effect to boost energy and support detoxification.

6. Immune Support: According to studies, people who consumed Manuka honey had fewer colds, indicating its use to help the immune system stay strong.

"Personally, Manuka honey has changed my life," Kenny says. "I used to suffer a lot from chronic mouth ulcers, sinus problems and eczema. After consuming Manuka honey, it has completely stopped my mouth ulcers and sinus problems. I have also stopped using steroid medication for eczema as there’s less flare-up on my skin."

Try Manuka honey in unique beverages at Sunway Pyramid's new Manuka Drinks!

Heart4Cafe, Bangsar

This family-run cafe in Bangsar's Bayu Angkasa Clubhouse is well worth a visit, open to the public. True to Heart4Cafe's name, founder Nicole and her parents serve a memorable menu with warmth and passion.

Heart4Cafe's unique homemade curry puffs come stuffed with a whole roe-filled squid, spiced with a tongue-tingling curry cooked with five types of chillies plus potatoes and nuts.

Also try the Roti Paun, sourced from Terengganu-based bakers, soft and fluffy, lusciously layered to order with Heart4Cafe's own-crafted kaya and butter.

Current CNY specials include a tropical fruit treat of pineapple cheesecake, thick and custardy-jammy. On Saturdays, Nicole's dad dishes out his famous beef kway teow and beef sang mee for lunch.

Heart4Cafe

Bayu Angkasa Clubhouse, 4, Jalan Medang Kapas, Bangsar, 59100 Kuala Lumpur.

Kozie Krafts, Subang Jaya

Get cosy with sweet Sophie, the resident retriever at Subang's new Kozie Krafts, a creative retail space and cafe. Shop for local handcrafted products, then snack on orange and banana chocolate chip loaves, thoughtfully sourced by founder Stephanie from Subang bakers.

Kozie Krafts

45a, Jalan SS 17/1A, Ss 17, 47500 Subang Jaya, Selangor

Better Days, Bangsar

Better Days is here for nighttime caffeine cravings - this Bangsar backyard coffee bar is a secret sanctuary that starts serving 6pm through midnight on Maarof. It's a colourful, leafy hideout for fun beverages like the Fatty Latte and Aren Latte.

Better Days

58 Lorong Maarof, Bangsar, Kuala Lumpur.