You really can’t miss Tujo along Jalan Pinang, Kuala Lumpur. I mean, how can you ever miss this playground, with bright cheerful flowers planted firmly on the ground, all colourfully shouting “TUJO” from their centres? Be warned though: you can’t pick these blooms and plonk them into a vase! The Playground The latest brainchild from the good people of SOUL Society Group, Tujo Bar-sserie & Grill revolves around the concept of “A Playground”. From the very successful SOULed OUT … [Read more...]
Archives for June 2013
Ramadhan Specials at Dorsett Grand Subang
In less than a month, our Muslim friends will be observing fasting in the holy month of Ramadhan. Many hotels and restaurants are already gearing up to come up with delectable “Berbuka Puasa” offerings in celebration of the holy Muslim month. Dates are a must for Berbuka Puasa This year, Dorsett Grand Subang will be featuring 2 venues for Berbuka Puasa: Warisan Desa @ Terazza Brasserie and Anjung Selera @ Melati. A staggering 80+ varieties of delicacies from both local and international … [Read more...]
“Flavours of Australia” @ Grill 582, Best Western Premier Dua Sentral
The dark wood-panelled interior of Grill 582 in Best Western Premier Dua Sentral exudes an air of old-world classic luxury and also serves as a perfect setting for the bright glass-panelled kitchen in the restaurant. As we sat at our table facing the simple uncluttered kitchen, our eyes were riveted to the goings-on inside that kitchen, helmed by the petite Chef Siti Arini Darsom. We were there to check out the special “Flavours of Australia” promotion that’s currently on in Grill 582, until … [Read more...]
Melbourne – our favourite places (part 2): Yarra Valley Wineries
Located just about 50km away from Melbourne’s Central Business District (CBD), the Yarra Valley is a world renowned wine region. Located at the southern end of the Great Dividing Range, the Yarra Valley offers a rich diversity of terroir varying from the cool valley floor to the colder Upper Yarra Valley slopes. It’s about an hour’s drive from the CBD. On a beautiful sunny morning, we hopped onto the tour van for a scenic drive into the pristine Yarra Valley. From buildings and busy roads, … [Read more...]
Melur & Thyme, Suria KLCC
“A memorable mix of East and West, in an arty sidewalk café space”. That, in a nutshell, describes Melur & Thyme perfectly. Oh, may I also add that this arty sidewalk café is also very stylish and chic looking, which of course, is requisite in an upmarket mall like Suria KLCC. Its dark wooden panelled entrance with intricate floral-like lattice work flanks its logo: a bunch of herbal leaves, from what I gather. Stepping inside, one wall showcases a reflection of the restaurant’s … [Read more...]
Melbourne – our favourite places (part 1)
Personally, we feel the best time to visit Melbourne is during autumn and winter. Yes, we love Melbourne during these seasons. The past 2 trips we made there had been right smack in the middle of winter, in July and the other one recently, in late autumn, in May. Gorgeous autumn colours Temperatures during winter vary from day to day, with some days touching 18-20C and these could dip down to below 10oC immediately the next day! Of course, it gets much colder at night. So, it’s … [Read more...]
Celebrate Rice Dumplings Festival at Zuan Yuan, One World Hotel
Time flies – I didn’t realise the Rice Dumpling Festival is actually on the 12th of June this year, and that’s just next week! Known popularly also as the Duanwu Festival and Dragon Boat Festival, it falls on the 5th day of the 5th lunar month in the Chinese calendar. Like any good Chinese festival, there’s always a story or myth behind it. So, for the story on how the Duanwu Festival came about, check it out here. Abalone Rice Dumpling with Cordycep Flowers and Dried Scallops If you … [Read more...]
Sheraton Bali Kuta Resort – Toast Around the World
Recently, I was privileged to be invited to Sheraton Bali Kuta Resort for a special event. After a long flight whereby our plane could not land at Denpasar the first time round due to bad weather, I finally arrived at the resort at dinnertime, almost 4 hours late. Welcome to Sheraton Bali Kuta Resort! To celebrate Sheraton’s new wine program, Sheraton Kuta Bali Resort participated in a global, 24-hour “Toast Around the World” on 15 May 2013 at 5-7pm. This was a continuation of the … [Read more...]
Father’s Day Celebration at Zuan Yuan, One World Hotel
It’s already June and Father’s Day is not too far away. For that special guy in your family, it’s another round of feasting and merry-making. Well, if you fancy some Oriental delights, head on over to Zuan Yuan, the Chinese restaurant in One World Hotel. Tossed Cordyceps Flower with Smoked Duck Chef Michael Chew and his team have come up with 3 different set menus, priced at RM468++ (for 4 person), RM668++ (for 6 persons) and RM1188++ (for 10 persons). We got to try some of the special … [Read more...]
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