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Baby E (2026) 4:28 PM

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Baby E (2026) 8:40 AM

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Euseff's 8th Birthday : Our Boss Baby

Birthday 10:54 AM

Some of our guests reacted with genuine shock when they found out how far along I was (7months pregnant)!

A little throwback to December 2025, when my little boy turned eight. It was a particularly special birthday for us because, at the time, I was already seven months pregnant with his baby sister. Knowing that I would probably tire easily, I decided to keep the celebration small and intimate, inviting only a handful of his closest friends + a few of our close friends.

For the food, I kept things fairly simple. We ordered nasi Arab from Saba, while I prepared the pasta myself. I also wanted to make a few things from scratch, particularly the desserts, so I tried making Biscoff cheesecake cups for the first time. IKEA meatballs served in little cups were another easy addition that turned out to be surprisingly cute on the table. The whole food spread looked so pretty, I'm a proud mom!

The theme for the celebration was, of course, Boss Baby. It was such a fun theme to work with because there were so many little details that could be incorporated without making the decorations feel too overwhelming. We had a custom Boss Baby cake, cupcakes and cream puffs (all bought).

One of my favourite details was a little briefcase filled with baby bottles containing Hershey’s Kisses chocolates — it was a small detail that tied the theme together beautifully.

For the birthday favours, each guest received a black box designed to look like a little briefcase, complete with a handle. Inside, I packed cookies, milk and a custom activity book for the children to enjoy

I remember telling him jokingly that once his baby sister arrived, Mummy's effort would have to be divided into two. 😂 After all, for eight years he had enjoyed being the sole recipient of all those birthday cakes, decorations, little surprises and ridiculous amounts of planning. Now, there was going to be another little boss joining the family.

Eight years of my boy, one very memorable Boss Baby celebration, and a baby sister waiting to make her grand entrance. Looking back, I think keeping things small was exactly the right decision. It was simple, personal and full of the people who mattered most — and somehow, even at seven months pregnant, we pulled it off. 🤍

Happy 8th birthday, my boy. You will always be my first Boss Baby. 🖤🍼

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Charming Staycation at Philea Resort & Spa Melaka

Malaysia 2:43 PM

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Husband's Birthday Lunch at Café Chef Wan @ Shorea, Melaka

Birthday 11:47 AM

It was my husband’s birthday, and I wanted to celebrate it somewhere a little more elevated—not just another casual meal, but something memorable. Since we were in Melaka, I decided to bring the whole family along—my mom and my nieces—for a proper treat at Café Chef Wan at Shorea. The place looked promising: classy ambiance, beautiful setting, and of course, a big name behind it.

I had high expectations.

We ordered generously (as one does when celebrating). Two kids’ sets for the little ones, a spread of their “signature” dishes like satay and cucur udang, and a few other mains to share.

Unfortunately, that’s where things started to fall apart.

The first red flag was the kids’ meals. We ordered two identical sets, expecting them to come out together. Instead, one arrived shortly after the entrée… and the second came much, much later. By then, both kids were already hungry and impatient, and we had to split one plate between them while waiting. Not exactly the smooth, family-friendly experience we were hoping for.

Then came the food.

This it the only dish tastes good (above average). Everything else = mehhhh

We made it a point to try their star dishes—especially the satay, which should have been a highlight. But honestly, it was underwhelming. It lacked that freshly grilled aroma and depth of flavor you’d expect. In fact, it tasted suspiciously like pre-packed, frozen satay. For a restaurant of this caliber and price point, that was disappointing. You expect fresh, made-from-scratch food—not something that feels mass-produced.

The cucur udang was another miss—but not because of taste alone. It simply never came… until we asked. By the time it finally arrived, we were already full. Instead of enjoying it fresh and hot at the table, we had to pack it up (tapau) and bring it home. Not quite the experience you envision when ordering a signature appetizer.

mehhh

To be fair, the service wasn’t entirely bad. I had arranged in advance for the birthday cake to be brought out later as dessert, and they executed that part perfectly. That moment—simple as it was—saved a bit of the celebration.

Happy Birthday my Husband! Sorry for the experience..

But overall, the dining experience didn’t match the setting, the reputation, or the price tag.

It’s always a little disappointing when a place with so much potential doesn’t deliver—especially when it’s meant to mark a special occasion. Sadly, this is one visit that doesn’t make it onto our “repeat” list.

Would I return?

Probably not.

Some experiences are better left as a one-time memory.

Rating : 1/5

Until next post!

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