Hanging out with CrackoArtGroup! #crackoartgroup

Sup peeps!

You may have knew that Sabah was hit by an earthquake recently. I uploaded a post about it a few weeks ago. Click here to check out that post.

Kota Kinabalu is approximately an hour and a half away from Ranau (where the epicentre was). Sadly, there were casualties. So a contemporary art group known as CrackoArtGroup painted a huge mural on an unused building known as the "heritage" located opposite of the Suria Sabah Shopping Mall. They did it out of respect for the victims as well as Sabah's unsung heroes.

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Apparently, it became popular in a couple of hours. Sabahans came to light up candles and lay flowers as a tribute. Not hundreds but thousands of Sabahans showed up. They came regardless of skin colours, races, sizes, ages, and religions as one. #CrackoArtGroup was then widely known.

So, I managed to get in touch with the group and hung out with them. I threw questions at them and got to know them a lot better. They're just fun, outgoing, creative and humble individuals. I met up with Cracko, Anddy, Egn, Nofie and Mark. I did a video (vlog style) of our meet up.

As you may know, I don't bring around heavy and fancy camera equipment around. All I had with me was a GoPro and a compact camera. Short said, check out the embedded video below! You can also check out my Youtube channel.

To CrackoArtGroup, sorry for the late post. Either way, you're all awesome! Thanks a million for giving me the opportunity to hangout with you guys. So if you don't know who these individuals are, be sure to check out the video. Get in touch with them!

CrackoArtGroup's Facebook page : crackoart
CrackoArtGroup's E-mail : crackoartgroup@gmail.com
CrackoArtGroup's Site : artcracko.blogspot.com & crackoartgroup.blogspot.com

Photo by CrackoArtGroup

Photo by CrackoArtGroup

Photo by CrackoArtGroup

Oh! Also, 7 days after they painted the mural, they repainted the whole wall with white paint. They followed the tradition. Besides, they have their reasons. Anyway, check some of their artworks, talented indeed.

Photo by Nofie

Photo by Nofie

Thank you so much for supporting guys! Don't forget to like CrackoArtGroup's Facebook page! If you like the video, give it a thumbs up and subscribe to my channel. I'll be uploading more videos soon.

As always, be nasty stay happy!

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Net Fishing!

Hey there guys!

Damn, it has been 10 days since I last uploaded a blog post. I'm got way caught up with my work loads. Oh, have you heard? Sabah was hit by an Earthquake recently. If you haven't check it out, do check out my previous blog post about the Earthquake.

Back to the main topic, I went back to my home town Labuan Island a few weeks ago. As most of you may know, the island is pretty small and there are nothing much for me to do. So, I came up with an adventurous idea. Net Fishing! It basically means fishing with nets. It gets interesting, in a drain! The drain is located somewhere near to where I live.

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Packed my cameras, flash light and tadaaaaa! Yes, it was dark. Do check out my the video I made for this post. Also, subscribe to my Youtube channel! By the way, I know this isn't something I should be bragging about but hey! I've reached a thousand views on my channel! It's not much but thanks a lot guys! What a milestone it is for me.

The fishes we caught aren't as big as you think. I don't know what are their names but it is locally known as "sapat". They're more likely to be used as fishing baits to fish bigger fishes. We also caught a long "snaky" fish known as the snake head. There are like tons of baby snake heads in the drain.

However, I think the biggest prize was the tortoise we caught. Most of you may know, I'm a reptile lover. It was a catch and release.

Anyway, be sure to check out the video, like our Facebook page and follow our blog. Thanks for supporting! You're awesome. Stay tuned for our upcoming videos and blog posts. I had the opportunity to interview CrackoArtGroup (video will be uploaded soon) and also, I will be heading to Brunei and do some reviews/guides.

As always, be nasty, stay happy!

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Taichung, Taiwan!

HELLO FELLOW HUMANS!

First of all, I'm sorry for not updating my blog recently. Just so you know, I blog every once a week. I may be late but I usually compensate. Let's get started then!

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I was in Taiwan last month and I've posted about my trip to Tao Yuan. Have you seen it yet? No? Then please do :)  This blog post will be about my trip in Taichung. Just so you know, I was in Taiwan for a work trip but nevertheless I made some effort to make it an enjoyable one. I hopped on a bullet train from Tao Yuan to Taichung which is approximately a 45 minutes ride. No no no, you can't really feel the G force but it is fast that's for sure! Also, the food they serve in here, TASTYLICIOUS. The train ride cost RM35 (USD 10).

I'm very very very active in Youtube, that includes making my own videos too. So, I did a video of my trip in Taichung just like I did with Tao Yuan. So here's the video! Be sure to check it out and subscribe to my channel too!

I met up with a guy called Andy. He looked snobbish at first but damn we got along very very well and he's the best buddy I have in Taiwan. Yea, we still keep in close touch. Taiwanese loves coffee as much as they love "Boba" / bubble tea. Andy brought me to an awesome coffee house, Jim Studio. This coffee house is famously known for the owner's speciality which he can draw a portrait of basically ANYONE on a cup of coffee. Sat down with Jim, had a little chat and yes, he knows Sabah as he went to Sabah to conquer Mount Kinabalu before.

You know what else is famous in Taiwan? Scooters! Also known as mopeds. Probably it is a convenient way to navigate. Another reason is because the price of petrol or gasoline in Taiwan is utterly expensive. Here are some pictures of girls on scooters. Oh! Also, one with a dog too! That's right, a dog on a scooter. How adorable :) 

I didn't really get to go sightseeing as my schedules were very tight. However, I did took a stroll along the streets somewhere near to my hotel. I was staying in a famous chain hotel in Taiwan called the Holiday Inn. Wherever you go in Taiwan, Holiday Inn is in every district/states. I highly recommend this hotel because their hospitality, facilities, cleanliness. and services are off the charts! 10/10 indeed. Mind you, it is a hotel, not a resort.

Ooops, this was the one in Tao Yuan. Didn't get to take a picture of the one in Taichung :/

Not forgetting about the tea. I love Taiwanese tea! They're delicious and full of taste. Genuine Taiwanese tea will definitely stimulate your taste buds. Besides brewed tea, I got to taste the Oolong Tea in a bottle I got from a vending machine. A gulp is all I need for ultimate freshness. in Taiwan and Biji Pinang in Malaysia. 

Last but not least, Betel nuts. Have you heard of it? It is known as Pinang Xi Shi (槟榔西施) in Taiwan and Biji Pinang in Malaysia. Some called it as the Taiwan Bubble Gum. If you're driving in Taiwan, you'll notice that there are huts by the roadside illuminated with colourful lights and is taken care by gorgeous and sexy dressed girls. Fear or shock not as it is famous in Taiwan. Drivers would drop by to get Betel nuts or cigarettes from the huts. If you're looking for a chance to get down and dirty with the girls, you'll have to negotiate. Well, here's a documentary someone did on Youtube about Betel Nuts in Taiwan. It is thorough and well explained especially about the history of Betel Nuts. Taiwan Chewing Gum (Betel Nuts) Documentary.

I went to a famous night market in Taichung but I was too exhausted for anything. As for me, I would definitely find my way back to Taiwan to have a proper stay and vacation. I love the culture and people there. Loyal, respectful, disciplines, and hard working. The only thing I don't like is the fact that I'm not staying there which I wish I could. I'll probably go back to Taiwan by end of this year hopefully.

I hope you enjoy this post, let me know what you think about Taiwan in the comment section below. Also, let me know what you're looking forward to see me post in my blog. Don't forget to check out my Youtube channel and subscribe. Follow me on Instagram and Facebook too! 

Thank you so much for supporting, as always, be nasty stay happy! Much love, Nath,

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Tao Yuan, Taiwan!

Hey there people!

I'm sorry for delaying my posts as I got seriously caught up with work stuffs these days. Nevertheless, I did uploaded a Youtube video a week ago! Have you check it out? If you haven't, please do.

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So I was in Taiwan for the past week for a business trip. However, I took tons of photos and videos for blogging and Youtube purposes. Well I know what's running in your mind when I say Taiwan, Taipei. Am I right? Sadly, I didn't put a touch in Taipei but instead I went to a neighbouring state of Taipei known as Tao Yuan. It is uhhhh, industrial-ish? Yeah it is.

Oh by the way, thank you Air Asia X for the wonderful business class experience! Thumbs up. I'd give you more if I had more thumbs :) I love taking pictures from above. Here are some pictures!

It is actually my first time here. I have to say I love Taiwan because of the people here. I know Japanese are polite, Taiwanese comes second. My affiliate that I was visiting even put up a Malaysian flag next to the Taiwan flag just because I'm visiting from Malaysia. The weather on the other hand is chill. 21°C in the morning to mid noon and probably 18-19°C at night. 

Internet speed in Taiwan is LOVELY. Comparing to what we have in Malaysia, Taiwan's internet speed is 5 times faster! I hooked myself with a Taiwan sim card. RM35 (US$10) for 3 days unlimited internet and a few bucks worth of call credits. Convenient. Just plain convenient.

I love Taiwan food! Sadly, I don't eat chicken or beef but I'm all in for pork! I'm gonna' post some food photos and if you're a vegan, excuse me. 

Fried squid with pork

Salad Prawn with colourful sprinkles

Century Egg mixed with Tofu

Taiwanese delicacy, Roasted whole chicken

Oh yea! I made some time to go to a small flea market where there are tons of street foods, mini game stations, fashion shop and more! 

That is all I got for my 1 day visit in Tao Yuan. Next post/video will be about Taichung another state in Taiwan. Well I'm not sure if they're states, counties or provinces. I assume they're states. Anyway. do check out my recent Youtube video of Tao Yuan which I'll attach below. Be sure to follow my Instagram, blog, Facebook and subscribe to my Youtube Channel! 

I'm still coping up in getting a new Go Pro so I can make better Youtube videos. Couldn't do it without your support. Well, thanks a million for visiting my blog and as always, BE NASTY, STAY HAPPY! :)

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Roasted Coconuts and Shells (Vlog)

Yo! How's it going peeps?

We went for roasted coconuts and shells a few days ago. I've been hearing from lots of people saying that the roasted shell taste AMAZING. Apparently, this was my first time tasting it. As a part of my Youtube Channel Program, I just had to VLOG this amazing delicacy!

As some of you may know, I'm working on something for my Youtube channel which is VLOGGING. This is the first vlog and I promise you I'll be uploading more extreme and fun vlogs soon. So be sure to subscribe to my channel as I'll be uploading once or twice a week.

The roasted coconut was uhmmm.. smoking hot and slightly bitter. However, some said that drinking roasted coconuts can help prevent kidney stones and some even said roasted coconuts have cured kidney stones patient. Well I can't be too sure but there are no harms trying it. Cost : RM5 ($1.50) per coconut. If you're going over, this is a must try as this is what the place is known for other than roasted shells.

Cold coconut pudding is a WOW after gulping hot roasted coconut. Without pudding is like eating nachos without cheese. Cost : RM2.5 ($0.70) per cup.

Okay okay, hands down, this has to be the best seafood I've tasted before. Metaphorically, there were orgasmic orgies happening among my taste buds in my mouth. I'm definitely coming back for more. The special "sambal" or sauce made it beyond perfect. Delicious indeed! Cost : RM10 ($2.80) / RM12 ($3.40) / RM15 ($4.20). I got the RM12 per tray which had like 15 shells. You'll get more for RM15 and lesser for RM10.

All the prices shown are in Malaysian Ringgit and US Dollars as an alternative price. Here's a map to the place. I don't know the specific name of this place because it's like a row of shops in the middle of nowhere. 

Somewhere near the red arrow

Well, that's it for now. If you've seen my first vlog, leave a comment in the comment section and let me know what'd you think about it. Do subscribe my channel, follow our Instagram and like our Facebook! 

We'll be shooting some live bullets from a glock in our next vlog so seriously, you better subscribe. :)

As always, be nasty and stay happy!

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