BATU PAHAT, April 30 -- It's the squiggly eyes and the rotund tentacles that catch your attention first.

No, this isn't another kaiju movie or a scene from the cephalopod section at the seafood market. Rather, it's an adorable cartoon octopus that happens to be the mascot of Takonoroom, a brand new artisanal gelato maker based in Batu Pahat, Johor.

There aren't any squid ink flavours at the moment (though who knows in the future); classic options such as vanilla, dark chocolate, pistachio and every Malaysian's favourite teh tarik are available.

Whether you enjoy Takonoroom's gelato atop a cone or a brownie, there's every reason to welcome a new local ice cream maker. The more, the creamier, as they say.

Takonoroom is run by Koh Zu Wen...