That cafe down the street.

That day, I took a stroll at the other side of Tower Bridge - at St Catherine's dock. It is the quiet side of that area where not a lot of people know about. Yes, I did my homework before that. I would want to visit every inch of the hidden gem of the city. I think these are the little places that makes up the whole picture to truly feel how it is like to be in this area.

 You see, we all always focus on the main and forgets the little substitutes that plays an important role all the time. 

I saw a young couple - or maybe, they are just friends. But definitely more than just 'normal' friends. I see the way they look at each other , the way their hand brush through each other while having conversations. I don't want to seem like a freak , stalking people over the glass but I can't help it. The scene was too much of a love story and it was so beautiful. I can't hear what are they conversing but to just look at their expressions and little gestures. They are so full of love , without them noticing. 

It was like a movie scene portraying love stories about how they fall in love with each other , over conversation with a cup of coffee in a little cafe down the street. 

So I took a picture of this without them knowing because it looks so so beautiful.

When I look at them, I have a scene playing in my mind too. Perhaps it was there because I was overwhelmed by the surroundings and them. That's why it suddenly hits me. Too many kind of feelings and emotions that I have for a particular person which may exist now, or hopefully in future. 

I want 'us' to be like this too. So simple, so warm and so full of love - without trying. 

I thought that,

this could be 'us',

Then, I feel my heart heavy lingering on the thread almost falling. My shoulders are heavy and I sighed with a forceful smile. When you fantasize something that you wish it could happen and you know that it won't. Reality suddenly, hurts. 

I wish I could articulate how I feel at the point of time where I see them and thought of the possibilities of happiness that could have happened. It is simply beautiful and it would be better than every movie scene that we watched throughout our life. We need no conversation but to appreciate them in silence, at the cafe down the street with each other.

Well, one day , in the future - it will just be you and I. 

Ruyi and Lyn.

Ruyi and Lyn is already winning due to their creativity, giving a twist in chinese cuisine by modernizing it. 

The chinese restaurants I often go to always has bright lights and red table cloth. Not to mention that they have a huge stage in front with floral-dragon kinda decoration. But Ruyi and Lyn has a freaking well-equip DJ booth at the stage? I was really surprise at what I see there. I can never get over it. They even have a runway at the entrance which makes you feel like a superstar. 

The runway when you first enter. 

Their menu shines - so good selfie pictures. 

Instead of classic crackers they serve at the usual chinese restaurants, Ruyi&Lyn serves pickled appetizers which was good because I like sour stuff. 

Ruyi's Famous Sushi at RM43

This is a must order because this dish is the one that make them all famous. They made Hainanese Chicken Rice, Nasi Lemak and Mango Sticky Rice in sushi form. This portion is really fine that I think is only for a picture purpose. The taste wise was okay. I personally love the Mango Sticky Rice the best. 

Instead of ordering ala carte, we decided to go for set menu since it's perfectly planned by the restaurant. We could not make up our minds of what we should order on the menu because the way they name their dishes makes us goes WOW. 

They have a set menu with 4 different price range which is RM88++, RM 118++ , RM138++ and chef's gourmet at RM168++

( Hm, I am not sure if they have change the price though)

Since we already have the sushi, we chose 6 course meals at RM88++ , which is absolutely yummy. 

Look at the pictures below. 

Cupid's Cigarllios .

Crabmeat and mushrooms roll. 

Datin's Desire.

I swear that this bowl is filled with goodness. Pan seared scallop with tofu which makes a thick blend tofu soup extraordinary! 

A plus for them, because I love having soups as appetizers. 

Smokey Chicken.

Roasted chicken which was topped with their special sauce. I keep wondering how did they maintain the crispiness after pouring gravy over. 

Pokemon Prawns !

This is my favourite of all!

Mango and Ebiko deep fried with wasabi and the never go wrong , mayo. I cannot explain how tasty it is. I swear that you have to taste it yourself. 

a  M U S T  order. 

Journey to the West.

Truffled infused fried rice with shrimps and mushrooms. Thumbs up for the 'wok' taste.

and lastly,

La Dolce Vita

Panna Cotta with raspberry. Panna Cotta was really smooth and I am so glad that their raspberry sauce are made fresh. 

Overall, it was a good dining experience because I never expected so much from a Chinese cuisine. Personally, I would still prefer to the old classic Chinese style of restaurant where the whole family gathers together with a round table topped with red cloth , having rice and different dishes together. It makes me feel that it brings the togetherness. 

Ruyi and Lyn would be a different environment serving the same dishes ( Well, they have some western fusion) you could easily find in Chinese restaurant. It depends on what kind of environment you want to be in. Either way, the food is so good. 

Before I end this post, 

my food companion of all times! :D

Kingston Upon Hull.

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This is one of the most beautiful building in Hull City Centre. This is Maritime Museum which I have yet to visit. And I believe that this will be the trademark of Hull City. I'll bring whoever that visit me in Hull to snap a picture, lol.

And now I am here to tell you my journey to hull - It.was.so.dreadful.

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Filter level x10000000000

#3

All mine.

#4

My luggage was really heavy. Until now, I don't even know what I bring because it seems like I'm still lacking of everything. 

It was a hassle to take tubes. I was dragging my luggage with my aunty. We have to change stops before we leave to King Cross to catch our train to Hull.

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Free treats since it's their 15th anniversary. 

It takes almost three hours from London to Hull. However, I took a direct train so the journey was shorter than that. Hull Trains are good - they have free wifi! hahaha.

#7

This drawer is probably the treasure. I don't even know why I bring so much here because I hardly eat them until now. However, they are a taste of home when I'm really homesick. 

Compare to them, I'd prefer to pack my ahma in my luggage. 

#8

Have I told you guys that I love avocados? 

I get very enthusiastic when it comes to preparing breakfast.

#9

Simple breakfast before I kick start my day.

I always insist to eat breakfast before I leave for anything. I will wake up earlier to make breakfast. Or even when I'm running out of time, I'll have a bowl of muesli or cereal. There is so many kind of cereals in the UK which I want to try. Also, the flavours they have for chips are insane. 

#10

Before leaving the house - currently obsessed with stripes.

Black is always my first choice - if not, it will be monochrome colours. 

#11

Autumn. 

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Strolled around the streets in the neighborhood.

The weather was lovely. 

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And finally heading to the city to get the things I need;

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Maritime Museum. 

#15

Totally love this picture. 

I mean it when I told you that the weather is lovely. Look at all the fluffy cotton candy clouds. 

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Albert's Dock. 

I swear that I didn't filter this. 

#18

I love this picture of my aunty.

I really wonder how could I make it if I am alone. I came without any friends , choosing another path from them. Not to mention that, Hull is really far away from wherever they are. So I feel so blessed to have her with me throughout the whole journey. I don't think I could carry anything myself up north without her help. Not to mention that she bought me so many things - even if it is unnecessary. 

gosh, so blessed. 

#19

agreed. 

#20

And also had my first brunch in Hull the other day. 

The Brunch Waffle with a classic cup of black coffee.

The English here prefers black coffee over anything else. I used to love Cappucino , however I could not handle the calorie count so I switched to Americano or Long Black. My friends look at me in a kind when I tell them I wanted black coffee. It may be too bitter for people, but I love the originality of it. 

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#22

yay, my dimples are back!

After brunch, I strolled around the street - knowing that they have little vintage shops.

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I appreciate little shops like this. And everything they are selling are handmade, and self-designed. The price are slightly higher than what you can find in the malls. Well, we are paying for effort and creativity. 

#27

beautiful sight of Maritime Museum when the sky turns dark.

#28

La vie en rose.

No filter photograph. 

Gosh, the pink skies here are so beautiful.

#29

This will be a different path in life and a starting of a new journey. Some things are moving on, some things will be left behind. It only matters what you bring along. 

I hope that it's going to be 'hull' of a year. 

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