makan | joie de vivre
Located around 250 kilometres north of Singapore, the state of Malacca in Malaysia is a fascinating blend of Dutch, British, Portuguese, Malay, Indian and Chinese culture. A perfect weekend getaway, make sure you time your visit with the famous Saturday night market at Jonker Street – a dizzy experience of sights, sounds and smells! Important […]
“Just living is not enough,” said the butterfly, “one must have sunshine, freedom, and a little flower.” – Hans Christian Anderson Important disclaimer: All sketches and opinions in this article are our own, and we do not receive commissions from any affiliated links in this post. The above excludes Google ads which help keep the […]
A quick sketch of an adorable little boathouse in the moat of the Chambord castle, one of the most iconic sites in Loire Valley. It even inspired Disney’s rendition of the Beauty and the Beast castle!
Everytime we catch a train from Bordeaux St Jean train station, we can’t resist dropping by Le Fournil de Belcier for their freshly baked sandwiches and pastries. I’m not sure if it’s the air, sun or food, but people in Bordeaux just seem incredibly warm and helpful. You often have people going the extra mile […]
“Ain’t no mountain high enough”
Great memories of a stay at a bed and breakfast in Honfleur, one of our favourite towns in Normandy. Around 2 hours by car from Paris, Honfleur is a charming little town well-known for its bustling old port. The slate-covered houses around the port have been painted numerous times by famous impressionists like Claude Monet […]