Food Review: CUK Bakery & Cafe (Bandar Rimbayu)

CUK Bakery & Café, with CUF short for Cikgu Una, is located in Bandar Rimbayu, Telok Panglima Garang, Selangor. The moment I stepped in, I was drawn to the ambiance. Though the space is limited - it’s a single lot, rather compact, with minimal space between tables - the rustic décor, cleanliness, and cozy setting make it warm and inviting. What made it even more endearing was the staff’s friendly nature. Their genuine smiles and welcoming attitude added to the comfort as I waited for my lunch companion.

A video is attached below on my food journey at CUF Bakery & Café, which covers tips on mindful eating, making healthy choices, and how you can go about it when dining out or in such cafes.

Ordering is self-service, so once my lunch companion arrived, we headed straight to the counter. Choosing from the menu was straightforward, but the desserts? That was a different story (EFFORDLESS BANANA DESSERTS RECIPES). Each one looked tempting, beautifully arranged on the glass-covered shelf. Cookies were also available for sale.

After some deliberation, we ordered:

Chicken Buttermilk (RM13.90)

Spaghetti Aglio Olio Seafood (RM17.90)

Croissant Ribbon (RM13.00)

Spanish Latte (RM13.00)

BTS Cream Latte (RM12.90)

The selection isn’t extensive, but it offers enough variety to satisfy different cravings (PENANG FOOD GUIDE). More importantly, they hire and train crew members with disabilities. Seeing the notice about this truly made me appreciate CUF Bakery & Café even more.

It wasn’t long before our food arrived. The Chicken Buttermilk featured flour-coated fried chicken pieces in a thick buttermilk sauce, topped with crispy fried curry leaves and a sprinkle of chili flakes. The portion was generous - hearty, even - paired with rice and a side salad. Satisfying in every spoonful, with flavors that shouldn’t be overlooked.

The Spaghetti Aglio Olio Seafood was a well-balanced mix of fresh seafood, al-dente spaghetti, cheese, mushrooms, cherry tomatoes and chili flakes. The flavors were just right - nothing overwhelming - making it a worth praising and comforting, enjoyable dish.

As for the cappuccinos, both variants had slight twists but stayed true to their essence. Nothing extraordinary, yet as cappuccino lovers, we appreciated them for what they were.

For dessert, the Croissant Ribbon stood out. The pink cream filling added a layer of indulgence, making it far more exciting than a plain croissant. Paired with meringue, strawberry and two blackberries atop, it was a sinful, guilty pleasure - one that effortlessly soothed a sugar craving. We took our time, savoring in bit by bit, until there was nothing left on the plate (INDIAN DESSERTS RECIPES).

If you ever find yourself in Bandar Rimbayu, CUF Bakery & Café is worth experiencing. Let us know if you share our thoughts on this food journey - our version of zen dining.

(Ms. Nava, a Zenpreneur in her 60s, founded Nava’s Zen at 58. She has 22 years of experience as a former lecturer, including with Curtin University’s Degree Twinning Program. Ms. Nava is also a passionate foodie who loves discovering eateries. For Ms. Nava, food brings people together, and sharing her Zen dining experiences celebrates this connection with others).