Sunday, January 4, 2026

Yunnan Ep 1- Arriving at Kunming 28th March 2025

Welcome to Kun Ming
When we arrived at Kun Ming city, we were picked up by our driver. We opted for a 2-pax private tour
We were driven in a comfortable BYD
Traffic in the city as usual
Checked-in at the Hua Shin Nian Hotel
Accommodations in Kun Ming are affordable and of good standard. Comfy with a hint of luxury
We were eager to get out and about the city. We were wondering if we could chance upon the Golden Horse and Jade Rooster Archways (金马碧鸡坊 Jinma Biji Fang) that evening itself. We were prepared to just wait for our guide tomorrow if it was too out of the way.
To our delight it was just a few minutes walk from our hotel!
And we explored more in to the old town. It was not as difficult as we expected it to be.
Some sights were worth a stop for a while
Things we saw while galivanting
Cherry blossoms were definitely a sight to behold. 
This was definitely a win for us this trip
The cherry blossoms lighten up the city even more than the lights
Dreaming underneath the flowers
Snacking along the way in the ancient town
Such a warm feeling to be accompanied by food along our stroll
Liang pi
Yak jerky
Oh yes and flower tea

And we settled down for a snack set
Just the right degustation set to introduce Kun Ming food
More cherry blossoms on the way back
The next morning, I visited the arch again before sunrise. The calm environment showcased another kind of beauty of the arch
Sunrise in Kun Ming
Some quaint heritage houses
This is the distinctive, crescent-shaped, Art Deco-style buildings on Guanghua Street in Kunming, nicknamed "Sister Buildings" or "paper-thin buildings," famous for their unique, slim, golden facades built post-WWII to commemorate Allied victory, now often a boutique hotel. 
A walk at the Green Lake Park 翠湖公园.
I thought it was just another park but the gardens here are indeed impressive
Green Lake Park is a popular, free, central urban park in Kunming, China, famous for its serene waters, traditional scenery
Just look at the blooms
Flowers of every hue carefully curated
There are CCTVs all around this park
To our relief, the public toilets are clean and even electronically devised
Seasonal flower installation
And we are off to our next destination- Dali
The R&R stops at China highway


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Friday, August 8, 2025

Low Sugar Mooncake - Celestial Treasures Shine This Mid-autumn at the Westin Desaru Coast Resort

When colorful lanterns illuminate the streets and the scent of freshly made mooncakes fills the air, the Mid-Autumn Festival welcomes the warmth of familial bonds through heavenly bites. A celestial celebration honoring the Moon Goddess - reunite with loved ones under the moonlit sky and indulge in mooncakes brimming with delectable fillings. 

The Westin Desaru Coast Resort invites all to celebrate the Mid-Autumn Festival with an exquisite mooncake collection, aptly named “Celestial Treasures”.

Celestial Treasures by The Westin Desaru Coast Resort presents perennial favorites such as Violet Harmony and Matcha Red Bean Omochi. For a touch of timeless indulgence, savor the rich flavors of Mixed Nuts and Pure Lotus Paste with Single Yolk. Those glucose conscious can also indulge in these mooncakes at ease.

Celestial Treasures by The Westin Desaru Coast Resort

Violet Harmony and Matcha Red Bean Omochi, Mixed Nuts and Pure Lotus Paste with Single Yolk.

From top Matcha Red Bean Omochi, Violet Harmony and Toffee Butterscotch

For a visual experience and taste of drama, the vivid Violet Harmony is a must. The unique flavors are smoothly blended from taro and sweet potato, which make this mooncake an unforgettable delight. Each ingredient yields its individual and distinctive taste to make the combination different and enjoyable.

Offering unique flavors and unforgettable delights of traditional baked mooncakes, Celestial Treasure serves perennial favorites like Matcha Red Bean Omochi, a refreshing goodness of green tea paired with red bean paste and Omochi for a sensational surprise. This Japanese approach makes this mooncake a notch above for taste and texture. Every bite holds a delightful lingering magic.

Satiate your palate further with a Toffee Butterscotch mooncake that simply a delightful fusion of traditional mooncake flavors with a sweet twist. Combine the rich, buttery notes of butterscotch with the sweet crunch of toffee. The result is a harmonious blend of sweetness and nuttiness, perfect for sharing with loved ones during the Mid-Autumn Festival.

As the moon graces the night sky, “Celestial Treasures” mooncake collection invites you to savor otherworldly flavors. Each mooncake is a miniature universe—a fusion of tradition and innovation

For guests who prefer other classic flavors, those available are Pandan Lotus Paste, Pure Lotus Single Yolk and Mixed Nuts.

Choose from the beautiful chest with oriental motifs in regal violet or radiant mandarin orange

Encased in a beautifully crafted chest adorned with delicate plum blossom motifs, Celestial Treasures comes in your choice of regal violet or radiant mandarin orange — a design meant to be repurposed as home décor, keepsake box, or stylish gift. It is a luxurious statement steeped in meaning.

Each mooncake is a heavenly bite — celebrating flavor, craftsmanship, and heartfelt connection.

From 1 August to 6 October 2025, guests may purchase Celestial Treasures mooncakes at MYR208 nett per box of four, or MYR32 per piece. All mooncakes are Halal-certified.

Meet the Westin Desaru Coast Resort at The Mall, Mid Valley Southkey from 18 September until 6 October 2025.

For added convenience, Celestial Treasures may be delivered anywhere within Peninsular Malaysia with a minimum 3 Days’ notice and applicable delivery fees - making thoughtful gifting effortlessly elegant.

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