Hakodate is the 3rd largest city in Hokkaido, after Sapporo and Asahikawa. Our leisurely drive from Noboribetsu took about 3 hours as we took our time and stopped for coffee along the way. We reached our hotel, Dormy Inn Express in the late evening. After checking in and freshening up, we headed out looking for dinner. We drove a short distance - it’s easy to get around in Hakodate, and found ourselves at Daimon Yokocho - food alleys serving local food. The eateries in Daimon Yokocho are … [Read more...]
Pairing Wolf Blass Wines with Chinese Cuisine
Established in the Barossa Valley in 1966, Wolf Blass has grown from a humble tin shed to become one of the world’s most successful and awarded wineries. This Australian winery has certainly come a long way. A recipient of more than 8,000 medals and trophies, including Red Winemaker of the Year at the 2016 International Wine Challenge, the essence of Wolf Blass wines is exemplified by the winemakers who continuously strive to produce wines of quality, character and consistency. At a … [Read more...]
LEXIS HIBISCUS, PORT DICKSON: Part 2 – THE FOOD!
The past week had been a crazy busy time at Lexis Hibiscus. Droves of holiday-makers thronged the walkways, clambering all over the leaves, petals and stigmas of the hibiscus - it was the Malaysian school break. Thank goodness there’s now some peace and sanity back at the resort! It isn’t surprising that Lexis Hibiscus is now one of the top resorts for families to head to. Do check out my earlier post here to understand why Lexis Hibiscus is so popular with everyone in the family! Malaysians … [Read more...]
TIGERLILY THAI RESTAURANT @ DC Mall, Damansara Town Centre
Damansara City Mall, affectionately abbreviated to “DC Mall” is located in Damansara Town Centre. The road leading to it is a bit convoluted and you may miss the turning into the mall and its carpark but nevertheless, the mall is slowly picking up its tempo as far as tenants are concerned. Take the escalator down to the LG Floor and before the echoes of your footsteps reverberate too long, the bright cheerful facade of TIGERLILY greets you like a warm glowing beacon in a spartan field. … [Read more...]
Sakura Spring Blossoms Food Festival at GENJI, Hilton Petaling Jaya
It’s springtime in Japan now and it’s the season of sakura and hanami in the Land of the Rising Sun. If you are in Japan during this season, you’d be blown away by the glorious sights of sakura blooms in parks and gardens. But if you can’t be there, no worries. If you can’t get to the sakura, let the sakura come to you! That is exactly what is happening at Genji now. Sakura blossoms air-flown all the way from Japan! Spring is when new life sprouts from Mother Nature and some of the special … [Read more...]
The NYONYA CELEBRATION at Concorde Hotel Kuala Lumpur
Have you ever dined at Melting Pot Cafe, the coffee-house in Concorde Hotel Kuala Lumpur? If you have, then you would know that it’s always busy, teeming with hungry patrons enjoying the appetizing fares on the menu. Melting Pot’s buffet spreads are pretty legendary with local specialities taking the limelight. For 20 days this month, ie from 6-26 March 2017, diners will have more reason to head to Melting Pot, especially if they are fans of nyonya cuisine. Chef Adriana Tan, a popular … [Read more...]
BOSS CURRY HOUSE, Bkt Rimau, Shah Alam
Right here in my neighbourhood there’s this curry house that has been serving crowds in its modest premises. Serving Chettinad-style mixed with other Southern Indian dishes, food here is displayed in vegetarian and non-vegetarian shelves. Service is brisk and friendly and together with the very decent dishes, so it’s not hard to see why this place has been packing in the crowds. We have tried both their lunch and breakfast offerings and have been impressed with the quality. A standard … [Read more...]
PEKING DUCK & FLAMING POT PROMOTION @ ZUAN YUAN, One World Hotel
With the Chinese New Year feasting all behind us, don’t even think, for a moment that the dining scene has tamed. To keep the momentum going, new food promotions are constantly launched. One of the latest promotions that caught my eye and appetite is the “Crispylicious Peking Duck” and Flaming Hot Pot in Zuan Yuan Chinese Restaurant at One World Hotel. Both happen to be on my favourites list and are available only till 31 March 2017. The Peking Duck needs no introduction. Right-sized … [Read more...]
RETRO TAPAS BAR CAFE @ TREC Kuala Lumpur
Retro Tapas Bar Cafe is one of the latest additions to the long list of F&B outlets in TREC. Located at the Alcove section of TREC, this bar cafe occupies a quiet corner facing the main road. With its bright yellow and red furniture, you can’t miss it. I couldn’t help but be amused by the cute red swing hanging right in front of the cheerful-looking bar counter! I think that certainly comes in handy to give their guests some rigorous swings when things are slowing down. With the … [Read more...]
LEXIS HIBISCUS, PORT DICKSON – Part 1: THE RESORT
To say that Lexis Hibiscus Port Dickson is huge is an understatement. When we visited this prime vacationing paradise located at the 12th mile of Jalan Pantai, Port Dickson, it’s like entering a whole exclusive mini township on its own. The immensely spacious reception Beyond the vast reception area, once we hopped onto the buggy that took us to our sea-view Panorama Pool Villa, I felt like we were transported into a retreat in another realm. The sheer size, design and indulgent luxury … [Read more...]
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