Australia

Port Stephens│Three Monkeys Cafe│The Depot on Darby @ Newcastle

12/01/2016 10:12:00 am

Hey ya peeps! 
This is a real throwback post, all the way to July! Loll! (28.07.2016) 
At first I would like to re-edit some of the pictures, and the lazy bugs came, and I was lazy to do it. 
So then, credit to Tim for all the pictures! =D
Only a few of these are mine. 

Anyway, during my winter break, as I have nothing else to do. 
My friends decided to have a road trip down to Port Stephens. 
As me, the international kid, never been anywhere before. 
They always give me this pity look of, 'how come this kid never travel and look around Sydney?' 
And so they decided to bring me around! 
Great friends, I have. 
So, Port Stephens, nothing much. 

Only the sand dunes. 
As in there's tons of sand. 
The place is quiet and not much people around, which is awesome. 
Get to stay away from the crowded city once in a while. 
This is why I love Australia, the blue sky, blue sea and wanderlust nature!
If you guys saw my snapchat before, it was because that I have to walk down these mountains of sand.
And both my sneakers are filled with sand.
Much of sand! Hahaha
Look at that sand! Practically like the dessert. Just not the hot temperature, which is great. =)

Thanks guys! =D
We should have more road trip together!
Then we drove down to Newcastle to have lunch there.
With our spontaneous decision, and look up through Google, we went over to Three Monkeys Cafe.
I ordered their muesli with fruits. Yums!
The boys orders burgers, which looks amazing!
Then we walked past this cafe, and I saw they serve freak-shakes! Like literally awesome humongous freak-shakes!  
I ordered their Strawberry Shortcake. Which is in PINK!!
Man, I'm love it! Well duh~ this is my first freak-shake. And I've been wanting to try them since I know about them. 
Get ready for the diabetes! 
Sugar rush!! 
That's our day trip from Sydney to Newcastle for the day.
And I hope you had fun reading them.
Till next time!



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Mrs Macquarie Chair @ Sydney

8/18/2016 09:25:00 pm

Hi Hi my dear readers *laughing at myself*

I hope that there's actually some of you guys are waiting for me to post up a new post. 
Anyway if not, the main purpose of my blog is for myself to read through again. *laughs* 
But seriously though, miss ya all! 

I went to Mrs Macquarie Chair for a walk with my friends who I met from uni. 
And I was playing Pokemon Go, where I caught 5 Electabuzz! #redteam 
Okay off topic here.... lol 
But! Please careful when you guys are playing Pokemon though! 
We met at the Art Gallery of NSW, which is just another level of art for me.
Goshhhh
I was mind blown and also was 'bored' for a while.
And here I am bored, and took some pics with this cool 'artsy' wall.

#OOTD
Top: Cotton On
Bottom: Uniqlo
Shoes: Addidas
Bag: Pierre Cardin
After our rounds of looking at paintings, pictures and sculptures, we went out and have some fresh air.
And decided to walk over to the Mrs Macquarie Chair, as I haven't been there yet.
Plus side it was only a good 10-15 mins walking distance. It ain't that bad.
So when we arrived, it was a good time to just sit and enjoy the breathtaking scenery as the sun sets.
I love sun sets!
On the other side is where the port is I guess.
But I just love the colours of the sky and the moon is right there.
So basically, the sun and the moon are in the sky at the same time.
Of course, some pics have to be taken. 
And indeed we acted like tourists. 
But this is actually a great place to take pictures of the Opera House and the Harbour Bridge, especially together when the sun sets! 
I recommend for people who loves photography. 
Do come here and check it out! 
And this is the end of this small short post!
I'm trying to get everything up as soon as possible.
But assignments are starting to come in, and that is not fun.
So just bear with me, will ya? =)



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Three Sisters, Echo Point @ Blue Mountains

8/11/2016 03:53:00 pm

Hey! =)

Before my semester starts, I went up to the Blue Mountains a few times. 
And I manage to just stay up there for a few days too. 
With this chance, I manage to capture the real beauty of the Blue Mountains.
This picture was taking when the sun is setting, I love the view here during sunset!
It's just breathtaking! 

This picture was taken when we woke up in the early morning like 7am-ish.
My uncle was so excited that he woke us up just to see this. 
And it was amazing! 
It feels like you were above the clouds. 
Just to say it happened during the winter, cause by my knowledge from my uncle, it never happen in other seasons. (Idk~) 
But just how spectacular this is!  
And so we walked over to the first sister walk!
Yes there is a track to walk over, and I do recommend you to do it!
It's an easy 20-30 minutes walk, and there's stairs to help you anyway.
So I'm sure you guys can do it too!
At night, I have a habit to just stand still and look up to the sky and stargaze.
Coming here to the Blue Mountains gave me this hobby which is to enjoy and relax the night view.
Even the weather is like 1°C, I would still enjoy doing it! [Because is amazing! The sky is filled with thousand and millions of stars, and sometimes you can even see some shooting stars!]

 Then, me and my cousins decided to do the most craziest thing, which is to take pictures of the stars. 
Just to say, it was very very windy that day, so even though the temperature is 5°C it feels like -1°C!! 
And we have to stand still for like 30 seconds so that the picture can be taken. Even though 30 seconds doesn't feel long, but standing there in the cold windy night, it is FREEZING! 
But the picture came out great! 
And of course, just to end this post with a random picture of me when I took in the Blue Mountains hahaha (Fake candid picture!) 
#OOTD 
Top: Forever 21
I really enjoy myself when I was up there, and I really hope that you guys can experience that too.
Because you can feel how relax you are when you are up there!
Come here when you are in Sydney, Australia!
And I promise you will enjoy it!



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Boon Cafe @ Haymarket, Sydney

7/31/2016 07:56:00 pm

Hiiii
Let's just jump right into it, shall we?
Yes, is another food post! =)

I was out with a good gal pal of mine, and we randomly chose this place to have brunch cause well the images online looks great!
So we wanted to try it out!
And we did!!
Boon cafe is a modern Chat Thai diner! So check it out!

Coffee, as you know I'm not a coffee drinker, so obviously is not mine.
And I'm sorry for those who are curious what coffee drink is this, I'd forgotten.
So my apologies.
Pandan Custard Toast $4
We ordered it cause it was on the recommended items for this cafe, and it was not wrong!
For this amount of toasts and it actually have the taste of Pandan, is awesome!!!
Is creamy, thick and the flavour is just perfect!
As some stores, their pandan flavour doesn't have the taste of pandan, so this is food from back home!
Gosh I miss kaya!! ><
I ordered the Nahm Prik Nuum Sandwich $13
Which basically contains northern region green chilli relish, spicy pork herb sausage (which caught my attention), soft-boiled egg, soft herb and pickled cabbage salad.
And in conclusion!
It tasted like otak-otak! And is amazing!! The spice is not as bad as you can't keep on eating spicy, but is tolerable.
I'm missing this dish now....
My friend ordered their dish that was recommended online, and she said that it was a good choice that she ordered this, cause she love it!
Naam Todt $13
Which contains fried fermented pork and rice cake, peanuts, soft herbs, pickled cabbage salad.
And it sounds and look amazing doesn't it?!
While waiting for our food, well I finally took some selfie from my camera.
My insta, go check it out!! - sarahlee95

Then we had time to burn anyways, so we head over to Hyde Park.
#OOTD
Blue Turtle Neck Top : Uniqlo
Turtle Neck Jumper : H&M
Dark Beige Coat : Uniqlo
Pants : Uniqlo
Boots : The Flexx
Like I said in my last few posts, Uniqlo is basically my fav and have already taken up half of my closet.
Well it kept me warm in winter, so why not? =)
So tell me, how have you been?



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Black Star Pastry│Doux Amour @ Sydney

7/18/2016 06:53:00 pm

Heyyyyy,

Finally back after some busy days!
I was busy with my Christian Fellowship Camp (FOCUS Camp) up in the Blue Mountains.
That was fun!
And now I'm half working (meh~ kinda), I got an internship during the holidays, and I'm glad that I'm able to slowly step into the working world.
So we'll see how it goes! =)
Internships here and in Malaysia is different.
I only have to go to work for 2 days/week. And only work for 3-4 hours a shift.
So it ain't that bad.
A slow step into the working world indeed.

But let's go a bit before these all things happen.
I went out with my good friend, who was willing to drive me around and also bring me around Sydney like a local!
So I get to visit these cafes that only the locals know. (or mostly the locals know hahaha!)

Let's begin this Dessert Day!

21/6/2016

Black Star Pastry

Well I mentioned Black Star Pastry before, when I first came to Sydney.
Here.
My cousin introduced me their famous Strawberry & Watermelon Cake!
Since then, I fell in love with it! And have been craving for it ever since!
So we made a trip over to Newtown to grab the cake!
Also, it is sooo worth for the pictures again!
A piece of cake costs $7.50, not a cheap cake I know, but worth all the money! =)


Also worth all the different angles! =D

Doux Amour

I saw these cute puffs on instagram, and by the way, follow my insta @sarahlee95 and I just wanted to go to this cafe to check it out!
And yes it's adorable and cute and just irresistible!
How can it be so cute!!??
So from left to right:
Frog: Matcha Flavour
Penguin: Black Sesame Flavour
Pig: Rose and Lychee Flavour
Bear: Nutella Flavour

So yeah, they are really worth the pictures, but only worth for once.
Just sayingggg~ (but it's true, just worth for one visit.)
And is also good to go with friends! *ADVICE!*


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Pink Sweater: Forever 21
Inner White Shirt: TaoBao
Cardigan: H&M
White Pants: Uniqlo
Boots: The Flexx
Bag: Pierre Cardin
It was a cold autumn/ winter day.
Learn how to layer up to be warm and cozy =)
So, this is basically the end for my dessert post.
And now winter is here, I've been craving for ice cream even more.
Cold plus cold, I must have been crazy!
And also have you guys been playing Pokemon Go?
I have! Now I'm in level 15! Team Red!!!
So let's chat bout Pokemon, shall we?!



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Outfit of the Day A/W 2016 @ Sydney

6/16/2016 04:54:00 pm

Hey Guyss!!

I'm back!!! OMG!! 
I miss you so so much!! 

My semester just ended, and now my holiday begins! 
Or so, my first winter break begins! 
I'm going to experience my first ever winter here! 
And I can't wait!! 

So you guys know how I love my comfortable and also still fashionable outfits. 
Here's my simple, comfortable and also fashionable outfit for the winter season. 
3/6/16
I was just strolling around Port Botany after I got my free doughnut from Krispy Creme.
#OOTD
Top: Forever 21
Bottom: Uniqlo
Boots: The Flexx 
Just saying, it was super windy, my hair was a mess and my eyes were watery.
6/6/16 Hyde Park!

Visited Hyde Park through my friends' recommendation.
And it was pretty! Too bad some part of the park was close due to the huge storm from the day before.
But it's still pretty too.
We also went to St. Mary's Cathedral which is just opposite the park.
It's so big and huge!! Really holy too.
#OOTD
Top: Debenhams
Bottom: Uniqlo
Boots: The Flexx
These are just some shots that was taken in a period of time during the semester.
Hope you guys like this post.
And I will try to update as much as possible, especially now that my holiday just began. =)
BTW Happy Birthday Bro!! =)



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