Articles and stories about technology, hiking, food, and travel in Englishhttps://www.hifajar.comenWed, 21 Oct 2026 06:36:01 GMTAstrohttps://www.hifajar.com/en/posts/refleksi-oktober-2026https://www.hifajar.com/en/posts/refleksi-oktober-2026Reflections in mid-October 2026: The Law of Attraction, backing from the sky, Q3 Best Performer milestone, missing home, silent words for Dad, Perunggu's Gemilang, and launching my journal at hifajar.com.Wed, 14 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMTenpersonalreflectioncareermusicperunggujournalhttps://www.hifajar.com/en/posts/pikiran-yang-matang-perungguhttps://www.hifajar.com/en/posts/pikiran-yang-matang-perungguA deep reflection on letting go of overthinking, finding peace of mind, and coming to terms with life's dynamics through the song 'Pikiran Yang Matang' by Indonesian indie rock band Perunggu.Wed, 23 Sep 2026 00:00:00 GMTenreflectionmusicpersonalperunggumental-healthhttps://www.hifajar.com/en/posts/jasman-panipuri-nu-sentralhttps://www.hifajar.com/en/posts/jasman-panipuri-nu-sentralAn honest review of Jasman Panipuri in Little India, right opposite NU Sentral KL. RM 10 for 10 pcs, ingredients breakdown, fresh pani herbal broth, and the fun one-bite eating experience!Sat, 12 Sep 2026 00:00:00 GMTenfoodkuala lumpurkl sentralnu sentrallittle indiastreet foodpanipurihttps://www.hifajar.com/en/posts/shin-jjang-budae-jjigae-nu-sentralhttps://www.hifajar.com/en/posts/shin-jjang-budae-jjigae-nu-sentralA company dinner experience with expat colleagues at Shin Jjang Budae Jjigae NU Sentral KL. Cozy spot to hang out for 2 hours, honest taste review, and price range.Thu, 10 Sep 2026 00:00:00 GMTenfoodkuala lumpurkl sentralnu sentralkorean foodcompany dinnerhttps://www.hifajar.com/en/posts/september-please-be-quiethttps://www.hifajar.com/en/posts/september-please-be-quietFour months left in 2026. Reflections on forest fire haze in Malaysia, netizen meme culture, September quotes, open browser tabs in my head, and locking away my phone.Sat, 05 Sep 2026 00:00:00 GMTenpersonaldigital wellbeingreflectionMalaysiamemehttps://www.hifajar.com/en/posts/hiking-bukit-batu-putih-gopenghttps://www.hifajar.com/en/posts/hiking-bukit-batu-putih-gopengA morning hike up Bukit Batu Putih in Gopeng (935 ft) on August 31 (Malaysia's Merdeka Day). Featuring poetry at the limestone peak, palm oil views, ant march, trekking group, and an RM 9 breakfast.Wed, 02 Sep 2026 00:00:00 GMTenhikingmountainnatureMalaysiaPerakhttps://www.hifajar.com/en/posts/27-so-farhttps://www.hifajar.com/en/posts/27-so-farA birthday reflection on turning 27, finding a place in a new team, celebrating myself, building a career in Malaysia, and learning to trust life's unexpected route.Tue, 14 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMTenpersonalbirthdayreflectioncareerlife abroadhttps://www.hifajar.com/en/posts/mie-tarik-sultan-birthday-mealhttps://www.hifajar.com/en/posts/mie-tarik-sultan-birthday-mealChewy handmade noodles, hot savory broth, and generous refills made this simple solo birthday meal exactly what I wanted.Tue, 14 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMTenfoodnoodlesbirthdaysolo dininghttps://www.hifajar.com/en/posts/mie-ayam-king-kampung-baruhttps://www.hifajar.com/en/posts/mie-ayam-king-kampung-baruA delicious food experience eating Mie Ayam Ceker at Mie Ayam King, walking distance from LRT Kampung Baru towards Chow Kit. Full menu options, authentic Indonesian taste, and pocket-friendly prices!Wed, 04 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMTenfoodkuala lumpurkampung baruchow kitmie ayamindonesiahttps://www.hifajar.com/en/posts/sate-padang-pak-saf-kampung-baruhttps://www.hifajar.com/en/posts/sate-padang-pak-saf-kampung-baruAn honest review of Sate Padang Pak Saf in Kampung Baru, Kuala Lumpur. A neighborhood spot literally five steps from home with rich thick gravy, tender beef tongue satay, and genuine Minang validation!Tue, 03 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMTenculinarykuala lumpurkampung barusate padangindonesiahttps://www.hifajar.com/en/posts/jokopi-malaysia-masjid-jamekhttps://www.hifajar.com/en/posts/jokopi-malaysia-masjid-jamekAn afternoon hangout at Jokopi Malaysia near Masjid Jamek. From grabbing camping chairs ourselves to trying the Kaya Susu Krim and an honest review of its pricing and vibe.Mon, 02 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMTenfoodkuala lumpurmasjid jamekcoffeehangouthttps://www.hifajar.com/en/posts/plaza-tugu-negarahttps://www.hifajar.com/en/posts/plaza-tugu-negaraA spontaneous visit to Plaza Tugu Negara turned into a relaxing afternoon of people-watching and exploring unique park aesthetics right in the heart of KL.Thu, 29 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMTenkuala lumpurparkrelaxtugu negarahttps://www.hifajar.com/en/posts/tugu-negarahttps://www.hifajar.com/en/posts/tugu-negaraA quick visit to Malaysia's National Monument. Pro tip: Free parking and how to survive the KL heat.Thu, 29 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMTenKuala LumpurHistoryLandmarkMonumenthttps://www.hifajar.com/en/posts/dodo-korea-nu-sentralhttps://www.hifajar.com/en/posts/dodo-korea-nu-sentralDiscovering Dodo Korea at Nu Sentral—a quick, hearty Korean meal that hits all the right notes. Perfect for office workers looking for a satisfying lunch.Mon, 26 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMTenfoodkoreankuala lumpurnu sentralhttps://www.hifajar.com/en/posts/momota-pet-cafe-bentonghttps://www.hifajar.com/en/posts/momota-pet-cafe-bentongA cozy pet cafe in Bentong, Pahang with the friendliest dogs, wall-to-wall decorations, and an incredibly accommodating owner. Worth the trip!Sun, 25 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMTencafepetsbentongpahangtravelhttps://www.hifajar.com/en/posts/batagor-siomay-bandung-mang-ujang-chowkithttps://www.hifajar.com/en/posts/batagor-siomay-bandung-mang-ujang-chowkitAn honest review of Batagor & Siomay Bandung Mang Ujang in Chow Kit, KL. Good enough to cure street food cravings from back home, though Java street vendors still reign supreme!Thu, 11 Dec 2025 00:00:00 GMTenculinarykuala lumpurchow kitbatagorsiomayindonesiahttps://www.hifajar.com/en/posts/hiking-andong-sawithttps://www.hifajar.com/en/posts/hiking-andong-sawitA late-morning hike up Mount Andong via the Sawit trail. Perfect weather on the way up, foggy summit, and a rainy descent—a classic mountain adventure.Sun, 16 Nov 2025 00:00:00 GMTenhikingmountainnaturecentral-java