With Kouzu recently opened in Bangsar, the stretch along Jalan Telawi seems to have perked up considerably. This is actually the 2nd outlet, the first one being in Taman Tun Dr Ismail. As you step into this hip-looking Japanese fusion restaurant and bar, you’ll be greeted with a piece of vibrant painted pop-art on one of the main walls. The colourful wall-art depicts a mish-mash kaleidoscope of Mt Fuji, dragons, carps, sakura and even a Japanese maiden (geisha perhaps?) by local artist Katun. … [Read more...]
When East meets West @ RUYI & LYN
For just a few short days, ie until this Saturday 23 June 2018, Ruyi & Lyn’s resident award-winning Chef James Ho is teaming up with Chef Toni Ruiz Valero to give diners a memorable dining experience with their “East Meets West”multi-course dinner. The eclectic 8-course cross-cultural menu from this dynamic combo of culinary mastery from two renowned chefs is something that has to be experienced. Personally, I have tasted both chefs’ dishes in the past and in this special dinner, both of … [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...]
SAMIRA By Asian Terrace: Tantalising Thai-Indochinese Delights
Nestled in the green haven of Sentul Park, Samira by Asian Terrace holds court grandly, with its lush landscape of graceful trees and plants bending over a calm pond where colourful kois play hide and seek endlessly. The restaurant with its warm pretty lights and cosy wooden structure blends perfectly with the peaceful surroundings. Entering this cool green space, I can’t help but feel that I’m in some magical tropical garden instead of being right smack in KL city! Resonating a … [Read more...]
Welcome a Paws-perous New Year at TAMARIND SPRINGS, AMPANG
If you are contemplating to have some alternative cuisine (besides traditional Chinese food), why not consider Indochinese delicacies? For that, Tamarind Springs is a good choice. Located in the lush tropical rainforest greens in Ampang, Tamarind Springs is a welcoming natural haven, away from noise, traffic and maddening crowd. Walking down the sloping path towards this eco-friendly restaurant, we already felt the refreshing hugs from Mother Nature enveloping us. It’s certainly a … [Read more...]
FESTIVE INDULGENCES at FEAST VILLAGE, Starhill Gallery, Kuala Lumpur
Feast Village @ Starhill Gallery is so aptly named - it really is a food lover’s paradise in the ultimate sense. It’s so difficult to decide which restaurant to dine in, amongst so many fine establishments within that labyrinth of good food. During this festive season, every one of those restaurants is offering joyous spreads of gourmet specialities to appease even the most finicky diner. When one is undecided on what to eat, SHOOK! is the answer. Well known for its huge variety … [Read more...]
Fried Chicken & Champagne @ MONTE’S, Bangsar Shopping Centre
The next time you have a reason to celebrate and are not sure how to celebrate it - well, let’s keep it simple, shall we? How about just some scrumptious fried chicken and champagne? It’s really not as incongruous as you may think! Look, almost everyone loves fried chicken, right? That’s such a universal love, no? It’s comfort food and when done well, it’s da bomb! The folks at Monte’s in Bangsar Shopping Centre has got it just right. Using only the juiciest parts of the chicken - thighs … [Read more...]
DIM SUM DELIGHTS at SHANG PALACE, Shangri-la Hotel Kuala Lumpur
Brunch on Saturdays has never been better, not since I found out that now you can indulge in quality dim sum in a posh restaurant in an even posher hotel. Oh, it’s also available for Friday lunch and the place is … the Shang Palace at the Shangri-la Hotel in Kuala Lumpur! From now until 26 August 2017, you can indulge in an Eat-All-You-Can dim sum experience with over 40 choices of dainty dishes at the Dim Sum Delights promotion happening at the Shang Palace. This amazing feast of … [Read more...]
CHEF JUSTIN QUEK’S FRANCO-ASIAN DINNER AT THE LIBRARY, THE RITZ-CARLTON KUALA LUMPUR
For the next few evenings, until 15 July 2017, Singapore’s celebrated culinary maestro, Chef Justin Quek will be delighting guests at The Library, at The Ritz-Carlton Kuala Lumpur. During this time, we Malaysians do not need to cross the causeway over to Singapore to savour Chef Justin’s Franco-Asian cuisine. The classy set-up of The Library In this collaboration with The Ritz-Carlton, Chef Justin will be showcasing his skills in reinventing Asian favourites with some unique French … [Read more...]
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