Xin Cuisine at the Concorde Kuala Lumpur has always been a popular venue for Cantonese food. Its rich oriental themed deco resplendent with dragon pillars never fails to lose its appeal when a traditional Chinese restaurant setting is called for. Throughout the years, the high standard of food served here has been maintained by its dedicated culinary team. This year, to welcome the Year of the Dog, the chefs have pieced together 3 special Prosperity Set Menus starting from RM1,388 nett per … [Read more...]
Archives for January 2018
RUYI & LYN: Eat, Drink & Be Merry this Chinese New Year!
Continuing the quest for more delectable Yee Sang for the coming lunar new year celebrations, the most adorable presentation must surely be the “Wong Choy” Paws-perity Yee Sang at Ruyi & Lyn. As we will be ushering in the Year of the Dog very soon, the plating of the yee sang in the form of a fluffy dog is most appropriate, wouldn’t you say? I think the name itself is also most apt - after all “Wong Choy” is the traditionally old-fashioned nickname for a pet dog (it seemed every other pet … [Read more...]
Go Shanghainese this Lunar New Year @ SHANGHAI, JW Marriott Kuala Lumpur
The Shanghai Restaurant in JW Marriott Kuala Lumpur is one of the rare restaurants in town which serves this native cuisine. It obviously has its legion of fans as it has been around for a long time. Recently it underwent a makeover and the result is astounding. From a typical traditional set-up since many years ago, it has now been transformed into a more contemporary and elegant restaurant with some edgy touches. Its foyer now houses a modern simplistic bar and classy golden-hued sofa and … [Read more...]
Have a Ritzy Lunar New Year at LI YEN, The Ritz-Carlton, Kuala Lumpur
As a leading purveyor of fine Cantonese cuisine in the city, Li Yen at The Ritz-Carlton Kuala Lumpur needs no introduction. Its cosy oriental-themed interior immediately draws you into its welcoming folds, framed by ornate latticed walls and warm smooth carved wooden furniture. And as we are now into the Lunar New Year season, lots of red are incorporated to pump up the mood - it’s truly Chinese in every sense. We were there to preview Li Yen’s lunar new year’s festive meals recently. … [Read more...]
Indulge: SHUMATSU BUFFET @ Eyuzu Japanese Cuisine, Eastin Hotel Kuala Lumpur
Every Tuesday and Friday, the chefs at Eyuzu Japanese Cuisine, Eastin Hotel Kuala Lumpur get very excited – do you know why? That’s when they get to uncover the mystery boxes airflown in from Japan. They do know that the mystery boxes hold the freshest seafood from Japan but they wouldn’t know what kind of seafood until they open up the boxes! The treasures inside the boxes can be anything from the freshest shellfish like live scallops and Japanese fishes like kamasu, kinmedai or … [Read more...]
Festive CNY Cookies & Cakes from YONG SHENG CONFECTIONERY
With a history dating back to 1952 and starting off as a small shop in Muar, Yong Sheng Confectionery has been steadfast all this time making their mark in the cakes, pastries and confectionery business. When it comes to special and festive occasions, Yong Sheng’s offerings are popular among Malaysians. Their mooncakes and baby fullmoon sets are quite legendary. In particular, Yong Sheng’s Chinese New Year cookies are always a hit. What stands out for their Chinese New Year cookies … [Read more...]
Let’s Toss for Prosperity at EE CHINESE CUISINE, Eastin Hotel Kuala Lumpur
It’s the season for Yee Sang and grand feasting as the Lunar New Year draws near. Just a few more weeks to go and if you still are undecided over where to have a gathering and feast over good food, Ee Chinese Cuisine at the Eastin Hotel Kuala Lumpur is a recommended venue. For years, I’ve been a fan of Executive Chef Alex Leong and his team’s culinary offerings. The Cantonese-focused cuisine served at Ee ranges from the very traditional to some with modern twists. For this Chinese New … [Read more...]
Auspicious Chinese New Year Feasts at DYNASTY RESTAURANT, Renaissance Kuala Lumpur Hotel
With the Chinese New Year just weeks away, have you planned your celebrations ahead? Food is on the main agenda, as with most festivities in Malaysia and I know of people who book their Chinese New Year meals months in advance. To usher in the Year of the Dog, at Dynasty Restaurant, Executive Sous Chef Kok Chee Kin and his team have come up with several festive menus featuring fine Cantonese dishes. Besides the set menus, there are also festive Dim Sum selections, “Poon Choi” (Treasure Pots) … [Read more...]
Discovering LEMBONGAN in BALI
Nusa Lembongan is one of 3 small islands in south-east Bali that makes up the Nusa Penida district. It is accessible by speed boat from Sanur, a ride taking about 30 minutes crossing the Badung Straits. With an area of about 8 sq km, Lembongan is surrounded by pristine clear water and white sandy beaches. The population remains small, approximately 10,000 and the majority of the people live in the 3 main villages on the island. Lembongan is a good place to chill out after the hustle and … [Read more...]
What’s your Favourite Japanese Sake?
As the national beverage of Japan, sake is often served during religious ceremonies, court festivals and any special event, back in the old days. Sake brewing was restricted to mostly temples and shrines and only from the 20th century did sake-brewing technology grow by leaps and bounds. Today sake has become a world beverage with breweries springing up outside of Japan. The drinking of sake has also taken on a more social trend. Sake is made by fermenting rice that has been polished to … [Read more...]
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