Kick back and indulge in some delicious coffee while satisfying your sweet tooth at these top picks
If residents of Southern Marina Residences are ever unsure of where to go to find good coffee and yummy treats, rest assured we have you covered! All these picks are a stone’s throw away and are perfect weekend hangouts with friends and family. While you’re there, don’t forget to snap some photos to cherish these sweet memories.
Miyakori Coffee
Located less than 10 minutes away from Southern Marina Residences, drop by this adorable café in Sunway Iskandar that showcases the best very coffee and cakes in the area.
With a huge array of Instagrammable spots, spend an afternoon posing for the perfect selfie or photo with family and friends. Then get cozy and relax while enjoying a cup of coffee, whether you like it icy cold or steaming hot. prepared by these passionate baristas, enjoy maximum satisfaction!
If you have a sweet tooth, Miyakori Coffee also features an extensive menu of delectable desserts that will have every craving satisfied. With desserts like brownies topped with ice cream, a variety of yummy cheesecake flavours and piping hot waffles, bring a partner to share the sweet treats!
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Best yet, they’re running an exclusive 12.12 promotion on the 12th December 2020, where customers can buy 2 free 1 for their drinks – but do note that terms and conditions apply, so check out their Facebook page for more up to date info.
Kokoro Flower and Dessert Café
This hidden gem is both a florist and patisserie offering beautifully handcrafted floral arrangements and unique French desserts. Try their signature French fruit tarts and fruit mousse cakes for maximum satisfaction.
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Each of Kokoro’s desserts are stunning works of art with ingredients directly imported from France – you almost don’t want to ruin it by eating them. We promise you have plenty of desserts to choose from, which will not disappoint! The café is also perfect for that Instagram post with their cozy interiors.
Catch up with friends and family over a cup of coffee and savor their delicious desserts. Remember to admire the baristas’ beautiful latte designs before taking a sip!
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You don’t even have to worry about food while celebrating the festive holidays with your loved ones. Kokoro has you covered with their full Christmas & New Year menu available from 24th to 1st January 2020.
Le Petit Prince
This café aims to bring out the creative spirit in everyone! Even the most artistically challenged with its weekly painting class held every Sunday and its unique bookstore concept.
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Spend hours curled up with a good book from the café’s extensive book collection. While enjoying their one-of-a-kind latte art designs that is unique for every single cup and other sweet treats. It’s also the perfect Instagram-worthy stop while you’re in the area!
Customers will get the unique opportunity to play their favorite musical pieces too, with a stunning grand piano in the middle of the café. If you’re lucky, you might be able to listen to some live music during your visit!
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Never have another dull day with a plethora of things to do for all ages, all located a short drive away.
Strategically located within the award-winning township of Iskandar Puteri, Johor among a myriad of restaurants, retail shops, healthcare, schools and many more, residents of Southern Marina Residences will be spoilt for choice on things to do.
Visitors can bring their little ones to visit the iconic Legoland Malaysia Resort, which hosts four different parks and hundreds of interactive rides and attractions that will keep your entire family entertained for days within the Legoland Theme Park, Legoland Water Park, SEA Life Aquarium and the Legoland Hotel.
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Whether you’re seeking adrenaline-pumping rides, splashing around on various water rides on a hot day or admiring spectacular ocean life at the aquarium, this expansive resort covers it all.
Avid shoppers will love the easy access to an array of shopping malls, such as Sunway Big Box Retail Park which is just a 10-minute drive, offering a multitude of restaurants, retail stores, entertainment and recreational choices including its very own Xtreme Park.
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One of the must-visits at Sunway Big Box Retail Park is Book Xcess’s mammoth Box of Knowledge which boasts over 32,000-square feet of floor space and over 1 million books. It is the largest bookstore in Malaysia, which also features a café and a large children’s area to foster a love for reading amongst young children.
Big Box Retail Park also contains a supermarket and hundreds of retail stores that allow shoppers to shop till you drop.
Another shopping mall conveniently located less than 10 minutes away is Mall of Medini, which was designed to be a one-stop leisure and lifestyle entertainment centre a stone’s throw away from Legoland.
If you’ve ever been tempted to try out virtual reality for yourself, look no further than the brand-new virtual reality amusement centre, VRinity at the mall. With dozens of games that appeal to all types of gamers, dive into a super-realistic alternate universe at its multiple VR rooms.
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Another shopping haven is the iconic Johor Premium Outlets, which is only a 30-minute drive away, offering a plethora of luxury brands in one stop. Bring your entire family for a weekend shopping spree with hundreds of international premium brands such as Prada, Calvin Klein, Burberry, Jimmy Choo and many more at discounted prices.
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The outdoor concept also allows shoppers to enjoy the blue skies in a unique blend of indoors and outdoors. If you’re seeking a quick coffee break or get hungry while shopping, rest assured this mall also contains dozens of food and beverage outlets which will surely satisfy any foodie.
Residents can also spend the day in the sun, teeing off with your friends and family at Ponderosa Golf and Country Club, located just 30 minutes away from Southern Marina Residences. Offering various world-class amenities like badminton courts, swimming pool, tennis courts and a gymnasium, it will provide plenty of entertainment for the rest of the family.
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If you’re unable to get away during the day, Ponderosa also offers the only night golfing facility in Johor Bahru with its championship 18-hole golf course and four signature holes.
Newly remodeled by the world-renowned golf architect Ronald Fream, strategic thinking will be key at this course with its multiple sand and water hazards and smart maneuvers that will ensure a challenging yet interesting playground for players of all skill levels.