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HellooooooImpiana! Rozman Mashor

Kiulap is a heavily frequented locale but with the past decade focused on developing its outer edge one can be forgiven for overlooking the new Impiana Complex that seemingly sprouted out of nowhere. Opened to tenants in the third quarter of 2020, it has avoided the fate that befalls many commercial complexes here, ultimately becoming hollow shells of potential. Here however, is a building that has thus far accomplished the opposite.

There are several types of businesses here, but focus people, it’s all about priorities which right now is my stomach demanding I think less and walk into the first eatery I come across. Here lies the problem. Choices, choices, choices! And good ones too. Oh man, where to eat? Let’s see, if we work our way from the ground up, then there is the gelatinous-goody filled Ahmit’s Delicacy Café and its old-school vibes, serving up colourful local kueh. The modern grey interior of Nas Eatery is a great escape from the glare of the sun as you enjoy the international fare. Wang’s Kitchen offers both eastern and western cuisine in its small space that is a modern take on a kopitiam, while Amsarra Ramen & Grill have diverged slightly away from its staple by venturing into ramen, giving other providers a run for their money. On that note, the upper floors are home to the Japanese eateries – Dashi, and Kokoro – both of which have been promoting their soupy Ramen too. Nasi Talam is a great stop for authentic Bruneian food, and though you can enjoy yourself here solo it is definitely a place geared toward groups. For a taste of Thailand, Bann Nucha has extended their reach by opening a branch here, while the Shabu Shabu Ice Bar has rented a pretty big space on the top floor because, you know, they just had to have a tree inside. Dessert anyone? Yonique Froyo or Gelato Haven. Take your pick, you can’t go wrong. One portrays itself as exciting with a neon ambience in hues of blue, purple, and pink, while the other has a warmer and quieter vibe.

Wandering around with a full stomach I realise there are more tenants than I thought. For electronic, gadget or repair needs there is a Connex on hand with a spacious interior, as well as a Gadzilla (love their logo), Antech Enterprises and a CS Service Centre. Looking to spruce yourself up a little? Then head on in to Paloma and pick up something for your skincare needs, or you can place an order with Click & Collect from their digital catalogue. Aestrella is the complexes go-to if you want some bling-bling for your wrist, ears or neck, while Bright Optics caters to your visual needs – after all the eyes are the soul’s window to the wider world. Clothes and fabric wise, we have Mudaser, Koleksi Husnaa, Dona J, and the Street Kings themselves and their colourful cool caps. From the Binsufri wedding store, and the Beragam retail store that brings in prayer mats and shawls, to interior design materials supplier Hock Ling, there is a little bit of something for everyone. It’s not all play though as there is a spic and span looking Audley Insurance office, and the HUB – a shared office and relaxation space for staff from an umbrella group of companies.

That’s about it. Now if only there was a place where the adults could leave their kids to run around like sugar-hyped bulldozers of destruction. Oh wait. That would be the Rainbow Playground on the top floor. Well-played Impiana. •• IG: @impianajayacomplex FB: @ImpianaJayaComplexBN Tel: 673-714 3253