Refined: The Kulim Town’s Best-Kept Secret

#summervacay 📍Address:6-1, Jln Selasih, Taman Semarak, 09000 Kulim, Kedah, 马来西亚 Tucked away on a quiet corner of town, I stumbled upon Refined—the kind of place that doesn’t ask to be found, but rewards those who do. The highlight of my visit? Their shakshouka bagel. It arrived warm, with a gentle aroma of slow-cooked tomatoes, garlic, and just the right hint of spice. The egg nestled in the center was perfectly soft, its golden yolk ready to melt into every bite. All of it piled high on a freshly toasted bagel—crisp on the outside, soft within. Every mouthful was layered: tangy tomato, the richness of egg, a touch of cumin and paprika, and that satisfying chew of a good bagel. Simple, yet so thoughtfully done. It didn’t feel like brunch—it felt like comfort. Like something made in a quiet kitchen with love. The kind of meal that makes you slow down and breathe for a moment. Refined may be hidden, but it’s exactly where it needs to be. And I’m already dreaming of my next visit… maybe with a friend, maybe just me and another shakshouka.