IT IS SO GOOD TO BE BACK | first impressions of Malacca | + grocery shopping in Malaysia

[@vincentchin88]

I like it when Harry remarked he can eat roti canai a million times a day. That's a champion.

[@HarryAndHocking]

hahahah hes so funny

[@ardentblue7493]

There is a new attraction Melaka which is known as "Coach Airways". A B747 plane was converted into a Coach boutique and it comes with cafe inside. This Coach Airways is located in Freeport A Famosa outlet.

[@HarryAndHocking]

Woah!!! That’s such a cool idea!! We will HAVE to check it out thank you so much ❤

[@ardentblue7493]

@@HarryAndHocking I hope u guys will!

[@yuppypower]

Dairy is actually big in Malaysia. Malaysians do consume a lot of milk and milk products such as yogurts. The selection of these items are dependent on the supermarket / hypermarket you go to. Beef products are also quite extensively available because those who don't consume them are a small group, i.e Hindus and Buddhists. Again selections are depending on which outlet you go to. Most locals in KL don't shop for grocery at the grocers at the big malls. Jaya Grocers & Village Grocers are catered to a niche group of the populations. They carry a lot of imported items. Most locals shop at places like Giant, Mydin, Aeon, Hero and so on. So if you are on a budget try these. It's always best to ask a local in the area where they shop. Try the local wet market experience. Vegetables and meat products are normally cheaper there

[@HarryAndHocking]

oh wow this is super helpful thank you so much!!! and would you say it is best to purchase fruits at a market or the supermarket??

[@Yasin_Affandi]

Welcome back to Malaysia. Thank u for this wonderful video. Nice grocery shopping. D apt n its view is so beautiful.

[@Yasin_Affandi]

Yes, d imported items r expensive incl diary products, cereal n fruits too. If u like 3in1 cofee n tea, its quite cheap n very affordable in Malaysia.

[@HarryAndHocking]

Thank you so much!! Yes Harry loves the 3in1 coffee… we got him some yesterday. I’m a black coffee drinker myself 😅

[@Yasin_Affandi]

@@HarryAndHocking Wonderful. I used to drink Nescafe 3in1 a lot coz Nescafe has lots of variations, but lately I also like Indocafe black coffee 2in1, sometimes I also like to try few new brands like Macino n French Roast, they r quite good too. If u like 3in1 tea, Lipton n Boh r quite nice but d Sabah 3in1 tea is really good. 😄

[@Yasin_Affandi]

@@HarryAndHocking Malaysia has 4 duty free Islands, Langkawi, Pangkor, Tioman n Labuan. Items like chocolate, items like cigarettes n liquors will cost half from d mainland. 😄

[@ridzalkamarudin8588]

They longer u stay malaysia.. And make good video about our country. U will get more support from us... Malaysian are very nice people and very supportive..

[@HarryAndHocking]

Yes I definitely agree! Malaysian people are super lovely and we loveeee your country!!

[@AzamInMotion]

Hope you'll soon visit Langkawi, Teoman island, Ganting Highland and other exciting places to know more about Malaysia

[@HarryAndHocking]

we have already done Langkawi and Genting! Yeoman island we have not.... thanks for the advice!!

[@moyyewhon6724]

Malacca is famous for it's nyonya cooking

[@HarryAndHocking]

We can’t wait to try it all!

[@xchaix]

welcome back guys

[@HarryAndHocking]

thank you so much!!

[@ridzalkamarudin8588]

Night malacca river cruise... Is a must..

[@HarryAndHocking]

sounds beautiful!! We would definitely like to walk along the river at night too!

[@Andy-zr3mp]

Welcome back to Malaysia guys! Make yourselves at home.

[@HarryAndHocking]

ah thank you! it is so lovely to be back!

[@keangwooichoo6138]

In asia, lotus has replaced Tesco

[@HarryAndHocking]

we need to try Malaysian lotus for sure!

[@keangwooichoo6138]

@@HarryAndHocking lotus is from thailand

[@Mnmp96]

Wowzie 😂 you guys walked so much! That’s good!! Something a local wouldn’t do because we are sick of the heat and lack of pavements. I wished Malaysia had pavements like England - which is much more walkable in general. Please try some cendol! It’s kinda different from Penang.

[@HarryAndHocking]

hahah! Yes, the English do love a good walk, but you are right it is blooming hot!! Okay! sure! thank you so much for the suggestion!

[@keangwooichoo6138]

Welcome back.

[@HarryAndHocking]

thank you!

[@hplagt6880]

Don't forget to visit Cameron Highlands which is cooler. Penang and Langkawi are a must destinatins.

[@HarryAndHocking]

ooh we have done Penang and Langkawi already!!! But we need to do the Cameron Highlands for sure!

[@你是有缘人]

Giant Supermarket is ceased from business in Melaka. Probably Econsave is a good place to go or Family Store(more outlets here). Pricing is more or less the same. Usually will get better pricing on vegetables and meats (all fresh products). Food slightly cheaper than KL by 15-20% but not nicer or yummy than KL. KL and Penang are always best on the food category, even other states were better than Melaka in terms of good food. Pasar Pagi, Pasar malam or Pasar besar are those best places to shop for fresh vegetables and meats across Malaysia but none air conditioning. Professional services are only so so here - salon, car workshop, renovation services and etc. Mainly due to lack of competition and attitude - WAY TOO LAY BACK. After all, Melaka is a place for retirement just like Perth, Australia or Brain Tree, UK. - Local

[@HarryAndHocking]

Oh wow this is all so helpful! Thank you so much! I had no idea it’s was so attractive for retirement! That’s just like our home in England too… no wonder we like it so much 😅 The shopping tips are super helpful thank you ❤

[@keangwooichoo6138]

Giant's original owner from Hong Kong sold to a local owner.

[@shinachikudidnthappen..mov9196]

I'm getting PTSD flashback to me getting hair cut in Melaka, in a supposedly good professional salon, complete with director's fee, only to cry myself to sleep due to how ugly it is 🤣 I asked for side bang btw, but the moron "director" gave me almost blunt bang, which makes me look some kind of "special" due to my round face. Took way too many liberty with his "styling" even when i already expressly mentioned what did i want. When i went to correct it to a different salon weeks later, they were surprised since that salon was supposedly a very good one. You are unfortunately very spot on with your review 🤣

[@Imjenios90]

Hi, I'd suggest Sarawak & Sabah (East Malaysia) You gotta love Borneo for sure :D

[@HarryAndHocking]

yes they are definitely on our list, they look absolutely incredible!! thank you!

[@nickloong]

Don't miss out on Melaka's Peranakan culture and delicacies when in Melaka. Do your research and eat at the old school Baba Nyonya restaurant outlets, it'll blow your mind!😊

[@HarryAndHocking]

Thank you so much for the tips! We will make sure to try it all whilst we are here!! Do you have a favourite dish to order?

[@nickloong]

@HarryAndHocking You can try the Ayam Ponteh, which is a non spicy dish. There are also the Cincaluk(tiny fermented shrimp) omelette and their Asam fish, too. They're quite a few good old school type of Peranakan restaurant in the area, do your homework before deciding which one you want to try.😆

[@rizlanghazali985]

Welcome back home...

[@HarryAndHocking]

aww thank you!

[@putihputih5447]

Hey welcome to Malaysia 😊 nice apartment you have at Malacca 😮 hopefully you'll enjoy staying 🌿 let's review more vlog 🤩

[@HarryAndHocking]

Hey!! Thank you so much! Oh my gosh it’s so lovely! The view is incredible 😮❤

[@Northmenn]

Welcome🎉

[@HarryAndHocking]

Thank you ❤❤

[@asyrafyap110]

Welcome back 🤗

[@HarryAndHocking]

Thank you! ❤

[@kayflip2233]

Malacca was a British Crown Colony. Lots of Portuguese, Dutch and British influence in the architecture and culture. Makes sense that you would feel at home there.

[@HarryAndHocking]

yes! I hadn't thought about that...

[@usersfxjee35ft4]

❤️ from 🇮🇩 thanks for visiting my country Indonesia, hope u have nice memories 👍

[@HarryAndHocking]

❤❤ always! Thank you so much!

[@t700qwe8]

Nice vlog..

[@HarryAndHocking]

Thank you 😊

[@anassyazwanbinabdulmalek1055]

Try to go Lotus's (fomerly known as Tesco) for your grocery shopping next time!

[@HarryAndHocking]

we loved lotus in Thailand! I hadn't given it a thought here... thank you for this!

[@anassyazwanbinabdulmalek1055]

Tesco recently just sold their business to Lotus's here in Malaysia. Most welcome 👍 Enjoy Malacca!

[@robaz1177]

Balik kampung .. yeah🥰

[@HarryAndHocking]

yeah! xx

[@Glajdar]

Yeahhhh....ive been to portsmouth!

[@HarryAndHocking]

ahhh no way!!

[@Glajdar]

@@HarryAndHocking -played a friendly soccer match against the Malaysian students studying A levels in Portsmouth College then!

[@-a.z-9208]

Cheapest place for groceries are speedmart99, econsave and lotus. And about meat most Malaysian prefer chicken anyway that's why

[@HarryAndHocking]

Ah ideal! Thank you! We have a speed mart close by!

[@-a.z-9208]

@@HarryAndHocking yeah Speedmart are pretty much everywhere because they are smaller size store unlike the others mega store

[@Bo-tz4nw]

Great tourist selfie!

[@HarryAndHocking]

😊

[@Mnmp96]

I won’t stay in malacca for a month tbh. Maybe go to Penang? Or try life in Selangor (outside of KL). Perhaps Petaling Jaya, Subang Jaya etc. It is well connected to KL, so it’s easy to commute. Another option is Sarawak/Sabah. But it’s gonna be more towards nature, hiking and a lot of driving!

[@Mnmp96]

Personally I lived in PJ and studied in SJ. And there are many nice gems there. My international friends love it!

[@HarryAndHocking]

thank you so much for these suggestions! We will definitely try and visit as many places as we can whilst we are here!! I would love to know what gems you know of in PJ so we can make sure we don't miss them!!

[@Mnmp96]

@@HarryAndHocking For starters, usually I recommend the typical in Uptown PJ, the restaurants I list below are nearby. 1. Village Park Nasi Lemak. Hipsters say it's overrated, maybe it is because it's always crowded and slightly expensive, but the rice and fried chicken are one of my favourites! 2. Inside Ipoh. Very hearty chicken broth flat noodles. In Chinese, we call it "kai si hor fun". Order the drink called "Cham Ice" - a mixture of coffee and tea. You can order that drink anywhere though. My favourite. 3. Annie 1. Wonton noodles with BBQ pork. Not the best, but it's very convenient as they always (usually) have stock. Unlike hawker stores, you gotta get there early before selling out. 4. Starling Mall itself. There are many, many eateries. The top floor has a food court. My usual go-to's are Uncle Soon friend rice and LFC (not Liverpool, Lim Fried Chicken). These two are franchised, so you can find these somewhere else! In the mall, you can find nandos, ramen, etc., if you want a break from Malaysian. 5. Cor Blimey! British Fish & Chips. Personally, not a fan lol, but just want to point out in case you're feeling homesick + wish to compare what you have back home. 6. Aftermeal Desserts. This is so good but always crowded. Pick a weekday except Friday to go.

[@iwantmorenews557]

​@@Mnmp96uptown bes' 💪

[@khai77]

Anything imported from the west is going to be a lot more expensive. Dairy is not as big a food source outside of Europe and other western nations settled by Europeans. You have your Indo-European ancestors to thank for that and the genetic mutation they passed down that provides lactose tolerance into adulthood that is missing from most of the rest of the world population.

[@keangwooichoo6138]

I am lucky I do not hv lactose intolerance, however, I have gluten intolerance. Luckily asia has rice to eat.

[@moyyewhon6724]

Malaysia is the best place in the world to retire

[@harryedney9956]

The best 🎉

[@HarryAndHocking]

Haha! Maybe! But a long way off that yet 😮‍💨

[@josephmanzuni8593]

Yeah Malaysia was voted among the top 5 places in the world to retire.

[@louis20122]

Which is better? Penang or KL?

[@moyyewhon6724]

@@louis20122 johor

[@bonjbonc]

Find Family Stores around you other than at Mahkota Parade. Price is way, way cheaper. Family Stores is where most Melaka people do groceries. In fact FS bought Giant because Giant couldnt survive FS gorcery price.

[@HarryAndHocking]

ooooh this would make a lot of sense!!! We will try the others! Thank you!

[@bonjbonc]

@@HarryAndHocking infact the FS you went at Mahkota Parade actually once was Giant. Another one is FS Klebang Besar.

[@saifulnizamahmad6051]

Is it bali residence right?

[@HarryAndHocking]

yes!!

[@keangwooichoo6138]

1 pound now = 6 ringgit. 1 usd now = 4.66 ringgit Imported inflation coming

[@ThisnametaKenny]

Malaysian Borneo or you haven't visited Malaysia. Ever seen a pygmy elephant?

[@HarryAndHocking]

We would LOVEEE to go!! No I have not!?! Sounds interesting!

[@tacha363]

Them saying those grocery prices are expensive. Me: *cries in American* I wish my groceries cost that much for the amount they got

[@sirbobhatethenumberyoutubegive]

Welcome back & enjoy!!!!

[@HarryAndHocking]

thank you!! we will!