From the very first time I saw pictures of Gassho-zukuri-style houses in Shirakawa-go, I was smitten and promptly put that into my bucket list. The village scene of these picturesque houses with triangular thatched roofs, especially in winter, has always been mesmerising. It’s only on my 3rd trip to Japan that my family and I made it to this Unesco Heritage site. Even though we didn’t make it in winter, I was still mighty happy that we visited in autumn. UNESCO added the historic … [Read more...]
Archives for March 2018
Sakura Spring Festival @ IKETERU, HILTON KUALA LUMPUR
I love Japan in all her seasons and every season there is very different, in terms of weather, activities and food. Where food is concerned, it’s all about ingredients which are available at different times of the year. Spring brings with it new greens and fresh seafood which contribute to clean and lighter flavours. At the Hilton Kuala Lumpur, guests get to experience some magical tastes of Japanese spring this month and next. From now until 30 April 2018, Iketeru at Hilton Kuala Lumpur … [Read more...]
ENOTECA Italian Restaurant, Bkt Damansara, Kuala Lumpur
Enoteca is located where Neroteca used to be, in this quiet suburb in Bukit Damansara, the little commercial area known as Plaza Damansara. It’s not related to the previous restaurant as Enoteca has a completely new team, from the Italian chef to the management and of course, its menu. Warmly received by the affable restaurant manager, Domenico Ferroni, fondly nicknamed “Mimmo”, the warm cosy restaurant is immediately welcoming. And when Chef Stefano came out and proclaimed that he … [Read more...]
LOCKER & LOFT unlocks new menu items
Locker & Loft may be hard to spot among the row of nondescript shop-houses located along the quiet street of Jalan SS20/10 in Damansara Kim. It’s meant to be that way. You need to go through a locker to get into the loft! Once you’ve solved that little mystery, you’ll see why this place is popular as a cool chillout place. The raw industrial-looking interior provides a relaxing background where you can just let down your hair, down some cocktails/beers/liquor etc and just be happy! Oh, they … [Read more...]
CHEF FRANCISCO ARAYA showcases Modern European Cuisine at THE LIBRARY, RITZ-CARLTON KUALA LUMPUR
For just 5 short days, you can get a taste of Chef Francisco Araya’s delicate creations at The Library at the Ritz-Carlton Kuala Lumpur. This award-winning Chilean chef has just kicked-off the highly-anticipated Guest Chef Dinner Series 2018 at this 5-star hotel. From 6 - 10 March 2018, Chef Francisco will be delighting diners with his specially-curated 7-course dinner of modern European cuisine showcasing a fine selection of seafood dishes. Chef Francisco flew in … [Read more...]
Dining at THE ST REGIS LANGKAWI
Located at the southern tip of Langkawi, the St Regis Langkawi sparkles like a cluster of blue-studded jewels fronting the glimmering Andaman Sea. Needing no introduction, the St Regis is known worldwide for its “luxury” branding and here in Langkawi, it’s all about sophisticated island living the moment you step through the impressive entrance. The Main Lobby Luxurious accommodation aside, the St Regis Langkawi is also famed for its exquisite dining experiences. There are 6 dining … [Read more...]
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