And it would seem Starbucks Malaysia has heard me!

Picture credits to Sugoidays

Say hello to the heat busting trio of Starbucks Malaysia's all-new Frappucino blended beverages: The Triple Mocha Frappuccino, the Dark Caramel Coffee Frappuccino, and the Mixed Berry Frappuccino with Pomegranate Pearls! The flavour profiles of each drink stands to be so different from each other, so no matter what you seek from your Starbucks fix, I'm pretty sure you'll find it in these new Summer drinks! 

• NEW! Dark Caramel Coffee Frappuccino
  Before you ask the same question I did, a dark caramel is the product of a darker, richer caramel that features a slightly more burnt profile overall. Now imagine that with layers of whipped cream infused in cold brew, white chocolate, and dark caramel and you'll have Starbucks Malaysia's new dark Caramel Coffee Frappuccino in hand! The sweetness of this drink isn't overwhelming, and the aroma from the dark caramel is slightly stronger than that of regular caramel - so it's a must have for caramel lovers! 

• NEW! Mixed Berry Frappuccino with Pomegranate Pearls
  Ah my personal favourite! Placed at the bottom of the cup, the pomegranate pearls are specially created with real pomegranate juice making a surprisingly tart pop in every bite! This is paired a blend of mix berry sauce and velvety smooth milk for a fruity flavour that's sure to cool anyone down this summer. In fact, I'd have to say this was my favourite of the 3 drinks Starbucks Malaysia has launched this summer and I wouldn't hesitate to order one every time I visit now!

Vibrant and playful, just as summers should be!

In keeping to the summer theme, Starbucks Malaysia has also launched a new range of beautiful merchandises that features island scenes and tropical plants to transport you straight to a summer holiday! With gradient colours on different tumblers that mimic sunrises and night falls, these specially curated stainless steel bottles and large cold cups are perfect to hold your favourite Starbucks Frappuccino beverages wherever you go! 

All summer drinks and merchandises featured are now available at Starbucks Malaysia nationwide, while stocks last. Be sure to check out Starbucks Malaysia's Facebook page for more exciting and upcoming specials! 

Where drinks aplenty.

And spaces are bright.

Open daily from 11AM to 12PM, The BAR°N at Sunway Pyramid boasts a unique ambiance where guests can eat, drink, and be merry with signature tapas picks, flame-grilled delectables, hand-mixed cocktails or choose from an extensive selection of wines.

"Our hope is that The BAR°N will one day be the natural choice for people when seeking out a place to dine with good food and drinks. It is somewhere for anyone to simply chill, hang out or call their own," says co-founder Candice Lee. This grand opening of The BAR°N at Sunway Pyramid also marks the 5th outlet for the group, with other spots located at Penang, Mont Kiara, Ara Damansara, and Kuala Lumpur.

Barny the Camel and co-founder of The BAR°N, Ms Candice Lee. 

In keeping to its atypical charm and individuality, the grand opening of The BAR°N was celebrated with a special guests hailing form the Pyramids of Egypt. He was no other than Barny the Camel who had made a stop at Sunway Pyramids to celebrate this joyous occasion with members of the media and unsuspecting guests. 

But of course, what good is a unique opening if they didn't complement The BAR°N with some delicious eats? At The BAR°N, meals are prepared freshly upon order and their affordable menu spans across light bites, main meals, and even kids meals for the entire family to enjoy. 

A platter for sharing: Tapas for all.

A slice for everyone: Thin crust pizzas full of toppings. 

A main for you: Iberico ribs, juicy and firm to bite.

A sweet end for me: Creme brulee, torched to perfection.

So if you're looking for a place to be this weekend, why not make The BAR°N at Sunway Pyramid your choice? For more details on The BAR°N, do visit their website at www.thebarn.com.my or grab exclusive discounts and deals when you download The BAR°N's app for free on the Google App Store or on iTunes today.

That's right! The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) recently unveiled the Eat Thai, Visit Thailand 2019 campaign in collaboration with Mr Tuk Tuk Restaurants in Malaysia - bringing you one step closer in experiencing the Kingdom of Thailand from a newer perspective. This is in line with the Amazing Thailand's "Open to the New Shades" campaign that focuses on introducing the gastronomy, arts and crafts, Thai cultures, nature, and the Thai way of life to the world. 

Mr Ken Leong, owner of Mr Tuk Tuk Restaurants and Mr Ahman Mad-Adam, Director of TAT, Kuala Lumpur brings you this amazing campaign all month long.

"Thai food is more than a cuisine; it's a lifelong passion. It's a love affair with deep roots in the country's culture and most importantly, in the family," said Mr Ahman Mad-Adam, Director of TAT, Kuala Lumpur. In fact, a whooping 4 million Malaysian visitors were recorded to have visited Thailand in 2018 - making it an undeniable fact that the food and culture of the Land of Smiles is a great appeal to the nation.

With this in mind, it's no wonder that TAT has decided to pair up with 8 of Mr Tuk Tuk Restaurants in Malaysia to reward you with a chance to win a 3 Days 2 Night trip to Bangkok, inclusive of accommodations. Other exciting gifts include luggage bags, handbags, and Mr Tuk Tuk meal vouchers. All you have to do is just spend more than RM 50 in any of the 8 Mr Tuk Tuk outlets around Klang Valley, and you could be in the running to bring one of these prizes home.

Be sure to try all of Mr Tuk Tuk's new dishes!

So wait no more! Head on over to any of the Mr Tuk Tuk Restaurants nearest to you and be sure to try all of their new dishes that were especially created to celebrate the Eat Thai, Visit Thailand 2019 campaign! This includes my personal favourite of the Fried Tofu with Basil Leaves, Seafood Otak-Otak, Thai Prawn Salad with Lemongrass, Thai Fresh Oysters with Lime Sauce, and a Thai Pumpkin Custard to end your meal. Don't forget to also ask for their new drink addition - the Thai Iced Lemongrass Tea with Crispy Waterchestnut Pearls! 

For more information about the ongoing Eat Thai, Visit Thailand 2019 campaign that runs from the 20th of March to the 30th of April, do visit http://www.tourismthailand.my/

Ice blended to perfection, just right for a hot day in Malaysia

On the left is the Azuki Blossom Crème Frappuccino® - a combination of creamy milk blended with ice and red bean to create an earthy but sweet treat. It is then topped with Azuki aka red bean and fluffy whipped cream, finish with petals of white and pink rice blossom petals with tart cranberry bites. 

On the right features the Matcha Azuki Blossom Crème Frappuccino® - a twist for fans who are all for Matcha. It combines the taste of the Matcha Frappuccino® we all know and love from Starbucks Malaysia together with earthy tastes of savoury red beans, before being topped with a generous amounts of whipped cream, red beans, and pink and white rice blossom petals to finish. 

As I was there for their media preview special, I was honored to have been able to try both drinks several days earlier and my personal favourite had to be the Matcha Azuki Blossom Crème Frappuccino®. For starters, matcha and red bean is a sure win combination and when you bite into the crispy rice puffs through each sip - it's just something you can't deny is amazing. 

Source: Starbucks Malaysia

And if having Sakura inspired drinks aren't enough for you, Starbucks Malaysia has also planted Artificial Reality (AR) Sakura Trees in all of its stores so you can sip on your favourite springtime beverages while enjoying the "bloom" of the Japanese cherry blossom. To experience this, users simply need to scan the Cherry Blossom stickers around any of their nearby Starbucks Malaysia stores and the AR experience will be right at your fingertips. It leverages on the Facebook AR technology, and you can then snap pictures to share with your friends - it's almost like you're in Japan without going through a 7-hour flight.

Source: Tania of SugoiDays

It was truly an eventful afternoon at the media preview as we were also offered first hand information that coconut milk will soon be available at Starbucks Malaysia stores - on top of the usual offerings of regular milk, soymilk, and almond milk. This however is a gradual roll out for their stores and should be available nationwide by the first week of April. I personally enjoyed the nutty hints of the almond milk in their classical Caramel Macchiato and would definitely be asking for this option from hereon out whenever I visit Starbucks Malaysia.

For more information on how long these Springtime favourites will be made available, do visit http://www.starbucks.com.my/