BiG Appetite : Mercure Miri City Centre

One will instantly recognise Mercure Miri for its standout black, eccentric building in the heart of Miri, Sarawak. Whether you’re here for great accommodations or a whirlwind of dining experiences, Mercure Miri has everything from artisanal cakes, mouth watering drinks to hearty meals.

If you’re craving for real, creamy desserts and nutritional bites, Atoti Cafe Gelato and Sandwich Bar is where it’s at. A gourmet cafe that revives the lost art of artisanal cooking and craftsmanship by bringing 16th century Italian recipes to life for an authentic gelato experience. Signature Fior di Latte (flower of milk) is the epitome of gelato — delectable milkiness from the best quality milk and it’s oh-so-dreamy consistency of silkiness drizzled with chocolate and vibrant rainbow dots toppings. They culture their own milk, resulting in an immensely deep flavour reminiscent of milk from rich alpine pastures. For a local twist, try their creative blend of Roasted Pineapple with Sarawak Black Pepper for a fuse of tropical tangy sweetness and peppery spice that unexpectedly pairs well together. And you can miss out on their egg-Drop Sandwich that is wrapped in soft, buttery brioche with an oozing Japanese-style onsen egg. It’s their messiest yet egg-xtra delicious sandwich.

Looking for an open-air rooftop space to absorb Miri’s night air and immense scenery? Cavakita by Mercure Miri offers an eclectic mix of Latin American with Asian flavours through exquisite food and beverages. Their Mushroom Arroz Croquettas are bite-sized balls, fried to crispy golden brown, generously stuffed with mushroom risotto with annatto aioli — it’s a perfect symphony between creamy lusciousness and musky, slightly peppery taste. For something crispier, their homemade tortilla chips do justice with thinly baked seasoned chips topped with freshly pounded avocado guacamole, encased with diced chillies, tomatoes and cucumbers. If you’re feeling adventurous, try their J-Honey Mocktail, an infusion of delicate floral, tangy and slightly sweet-sour from the jasmine tea, honey, orange and lemon juice. Craving for the local dessert drink classic? It’s the obvious  — Chendol. Using Cavakita’s homemade Apong (palm sugar) syrup, coconut water and cream, and pandan juice — just a wholesome slurp of this heavenly goodness screams nostalgia for its sweet, creamy and refreshing hints from the coconut. And make sure to keep your eyes out for updates for an electrifying weekend at Cavakita overlooking the beautiful city of Miri.

IG: @mercuremiri @atoti.miri @cavakita   |   Tel: 6016-5223888 (Mercure Miri), 6011-26460833 (Atoti Cafe), 6011-26710833 (Cavakita)   |    Lot 2368, Block 9, Miri Concession Land District, Jalan Merbau, 98000 Miri, Sarawak, Malaysia