Come Friday and Saturday evening just before 6.30pm, there’s a huge crowd looming at the entrance of Gobo Chit Chat, Traders Hotel Kuala Lumpur. For what, you may ask. Well, they are just waiting for the clock to strike 6.30pm for the Bucked Out Seafood Market to welcome diners. Yes, this was the scene I saw when I was there several weeks ago - people who had made reservations were all waiting to get into Gobo Chit Chat! From the entrance, I caught whiffs of … [Read more...]
New Menu at SOULed Out, Sri Hartamas
Souled Out Sri Hartamas needs no introduction; at least, not in the Klang Valley. This popular eatery is almost a legend, after having been in the business since 1996. I remember going to this restaurant when they opened, in Desa Hartamas, before moving to the present location in Sri Hartamas. From its humble beginning, the brand has flourished to the many branches holding court in KL and PJ now. The popularity of Souled Out lies mainly in its comprehensive range of food served, covering … [Read more...]
Medan Kampung Sunset Dining at PASAR BARU, New World Petaling Jaya Hotel
With the holy month of Ramadhan going into full swing, many are looking for nice venues to break fast. One of the latest hotels to open in Petaling Jaya, New World Petaling Jaya Hotel takes dining to a whole new level with a tasteful take on community dining with its lively market-style set-up at Pasar Baru. Delicious Kampung spread The hotel’s Executive Chef - Alexander Chong, together with his master chefs have skilfully put together a sumptuous buffet spread which … [Read more...]
Jom Makan at VASCO’S, KUALA LUMPUR this Ramadhan!
As the holy month of Ramadhan has just dawned and Muslims have started fasting, the breaking of fast is a time of giving, sharing and celebrating togetherness. Towards this, Vasco’s at Hilton Kuala Lumpur is offering a buka puasa buffet themed “Kenduri-Kendara” featuring more than 200 authentic local dishes. In fact, it covers culinary favourites from 11 states in Malaysia as the main attraction. Vasco’s at Hilton Kuala Lumpur is elegantly fitted to showcase the best that … [Read more...]
JW MARRIOTT KUALA LUMPUR’s Kampong Festive Buffet at SHOOK! FEAST VILLAGE, Starhill Gallery
The JW Marriott Kuala Lumpur’s buffet at Shook in Feast Village has always been popular. Come Ramadhan, the buffet takes on a kampong festive atmosphere. The venue is transformed to give diners the feel of breaking fast in a traditional village, as the creative displays and stalls showcase Malay cuisine at its best. Within such a charming traditional ambience, Chef Rafizan Abdul Rahim and his culinary team have come up with an amazing repertoire of dishes. Start with local ulam-ulaman … [Read more...]
HILTON PETALING JAYA: Experience Ramadhan the kampung way
As Muslims around the country begin their fasting during this holy month of Ramadhan, it’s time to check out certain venues for a gathering of loved ones for breaking of fast. Berbuka Puasa is often made more meaningful when sharing with friends and family. Paya Serai at the Hilton Petaling Jaya is well-known for its splendid buffet of local dishes and it’s one of my personal favourites as well. “Jom Makan” at Hilton Petaling Jaya this time features a stunning array of 150 … [Read more...]
YG REPUBLIQUE – where K-style Food & Entertainment rock!
Launched last August amidst much Korean fanfare, YG Republique is a fully-integrated K-style food and entertainment space located in TREC Kuala Lumpur. It is a fully integrated K-style food and entertainment space outside Korea. When you step inside, the cool interior of the BBQ/Grill Restaurant (Samgeori Butchers) greets you. Next to it is the K-Pub which also dishes out food and drinks. Recently we checked out some favourites at YG BBQ Restaurant. The Butcher’s Sampler … [Read more...]
KINGS GREEN HOTEL, MELAKA
With Melaka being just less than 2 hours’ drive away from the Klang Valley, it’s one of the most popular places to head to for a break, especially during the weekends. Recently we took a drive down to Melaka and decided to check out Kings Green Hotel. Located along Jalan Tun Perak, the hotel is actually just 10 minutes away from Mahkota Parade. It’s in a pretty quiet location yet not too far away from the city centre and most of the tourist sites. This boutique hotel is the first Green … [Read more...]
MEAT THE PORKERS: Soft Shell Tacos and more!
Have you met them yet? The Porkers, I mean. If you haven’t, then it’s high time you do, especially if you are a porky fan. Go on, Meat the Porkers! These porkers, led by Herukh, have single-handedly revolutionised the regular Indian food here to make it more unique - in the porky sense. Yes, expect to indulge in all your favourite Indian dishes in this restaurant, in porky versions! Recently, to jive up the menu and also to offer some light bites to diners, soft shell tacos with all … [Read more...]
PJ’s BAR & GRILL @ New World Hotel, Petaling Jaya
Have you heard? About the latest coolest rooftop place to hang out in Petaling Jaya? It’s at PJ’s Bar & Grill and if you are wondering where on earth this generic-sounding name is, well, it’s the stunning rooftop venue of the New World Hotel in Petaling Jaya. This is where the swimming pool is also located and if you are a hotel guest, there’s the added bonus of lounging on top of the world with nothing between you and the big blue sky! Go when the sun is about to set … [Read more...]
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