Have you heard? Kuala Lumpur’s latest hotel - Hotel Stripes, an Autograph Collection property has just opened its doors to guests a few days ago. There’s a distinctive vibe about this YTL Luxury Hotel - old-world charm mixed with chic contemporary touches exuding a unique character which is iconic on its own. We were privileged to be invited to experience one of its F&B outlet - Brasserie 25. This French-style restaurant, located just to the right of the hotel’s reception, impresses … [Read more...]
BIG MOUTH SEAFOOD, Bandar Botanic, Klang
I’ve often wondered what inspired the amusing name “Big Mouth” for this fairly new restaurant occupying a corner shoplot in Bandar Botanic, Klang. Does one need to have a big mouth to gobble up what they serve? It has been drawing in the crowds almost every evening since it opened a few months ago. With such a catchy name on its huge signboard, it’s easy to spot the place coming off the Kesas Highway. You can’t miss the big welcoming signboard! Naturally our meal here started … [Read more...]
THE PHOENIX HOTEL YOGYAKARTA – MGallery by Sofitel, Indonesia
MGallery by Sofitel is a collection of high-end hotels all over the world and The Phoenix Hotel in Yogyakarta, Indonesia is a member of this fine collection. It’s my first time staying in an “MGallery” property and my recent visit to Yogyakarta gave me an opportunity to savour this charming boutique hotel. The Main Lobby Located in the heart of Yogyakarta, just about 10 minutes’ drive away from the popular main thoroughfare of Malioboro Street, The Phoenix Hotel … [Read more...]
MY 9N/11D TRIP TO HOKKAIDO – PART 1: CHITOSE/NOBORIBETSU
Our trip to Hokkaido was in end September/early October 2016 for 9 nights 11 days covering Noboribetsu, Hakodate, Lake Toya and of course, Sapporo. We decided to visit during autumn when the weather was delightfully cold and yet with the fall colours still visible. We took the Air Asia night flight directly from KLIA2 and arrived at the New Chitose Airport the next morning at 8.20am. This 1st post covers what we experienced in Chitose and Noboribetsu, with a short sojourn to Sapporo, just for … [Read more...]
DOLLY DIM SUM @ PAVILION ELITE, BUKIT BINTANG
Dolly Dim Sum recently opened its 3rd outlet in the spanking new Pavilion Elite. Having made its presence felt and loved for its pork-free all-day-dining dim sum in Avenue K and Nu Sentral, it’s timely that this charming dim sum eatery spreads its pretty wings to the busier part of Bukit Bintang. With a seating capacity for 80 pax, Dolly Dim Sum in Pavilion Elite is fashioned after a traditional kitchen setting. Besides the endless dim sum baskets decorating one whole wall, cute kitchen … [Read more...]
CANTON KITCHEN: Home-style Comfort Food from Farm-Fresh Produce
Canton Kitchen, now with several outlets in the Klang Valley, started off humbly as Restoran Foon Lock in Kg Bukit Tinggi way back in 1988. As a little eatery in the cool serene foothills serving fresh vegetables from its own farm, the business has flourished when people got to know and enjoy the farm-fresh produce used in the restaurant. The latest outlet in Sunway Velocity Mall opened recently. Spotting the usual casual setting - simple tables and seating with splashes of fun colours in … [Read more...]
Festive Chinese New Year Dining at MEATOLOGY, TTDI Kuala Lumpur
For the upcoming Chinese New Year, Chef Yenni Law has crafted 4 special dishes at Meatology for those who would like to have a change of dining scene. I mean, if you are wary and weary of the regular noisy Chinese restaurants, Meatology provides a more casual and cosy environment for you to hang out with your loved ones. Keep the Chinese New Year mood going by starting with Chef Yenni’s Prosperity Toss. This has got to be the most luxe yee sang I’ve had so far and probably the best … [Read more...]
SHANGHAI @ JW MARRIOTT KUALA LUMPUR: EXQUISITE SHANGHAINESE DISHES FOR CHINESE NEW YEAR
There isn’t that many Shanghainese restaurants in town – Shanghai at the JW Marriott Hotel Kuala Lumpur is truly one of the very rare ones. Stunning Golden Rooster at the entrance! Long hailed as the preferred venue for classic Shanghainese cuisine in KL, Executive Chinese Chef Wong Wing Yeuk’s creations here command a strong following among fans of this cuisine. A true-blue Shanghainese, Executive Chef Wong has helmed the kitchen of Shanghai since it started, about 20 years … [Read more...]
FESTIVE INDULGENCE AT EE CHINESE CUISINE, EASTIN HOTEL KUALA LUMPUR
Food has always been a platform for celebration in all communities and more so in Malaysia. We celebrate everything with food, don’t we? What more when it’s the Chinese New Year! In fact, feasting gets more intense during this season and it’s not just simple eating – it has to be done the prosperity and abundance way! Ee Chinese Cuisine at the Eastin Hotel Kuala Lumpur is one place where the chefs have lined up traditional festive meals to usher in the Year of the Rooster. The grand … [Read more...]
SECRET GARDEN REVEALS ITS SUPERB STEAMBOAT SETS
I’m a big fan of steamboat and are always on the lookout for good ones. So when I got to know that Secret Garden has just launched their steamboat meals, I wasted no time in rounding up a couple of makan-kakis and headed to the restaurant in Taman SEA, Petaling Jaya – read my earlier review of their signature dishes here. As it's the Chinese New Year season, we started off with a Salmon Yee Sang! Secret Garden’ steamboat features 3 signature soups: Premium Wild Forest … [Read more...]
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