Anyone needs a hug today? “As good as a hug” – yeah, that’s the brand philosophy of SOULed OUT – a name that many of us are familiar with here in the Klang Valley. After almost 2 decades in Sri Hartamas and Ampang, the 3rd outlet was opened in thriving Bangsar South recently. Housed prominently on the ground floor of the iconic Nexus building, SOULed OUT is a spacious airy venue of food and fun. The outlet here takes on a more edgy design concept, slanting more towards an … [Read more...]
Bintang the Bear Charity Campaign with Starwood Kuala Lumpur Hotels
Starwood hotels in Kuala Lumpur are teaming up in a joint effort to raise much needed funds to financially support local children born with congenital heart defects. The initiative first mooted by Lé Meridien Kuala Lumpur saw great success in its first year in 2013. Since then, the hotel group decided to expand on the support and hence this year for the first time, four Starwood hotels in Kuala Lumpur: Aloft Kuala Lumpur Sentral, The Westin Kuala Lumpur, Sheraton Imperial Kuala Lumpur and Le … [Read more...]
Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ
Gyu-Kaku is one of Japan’s largest chain yakiniku restaurants. Established in Japan in 1996, it has grown exponentially and by 2003, there were more than 1,000 restaurants worldwide with firm presence in the USA and Taiwan. In 2004, it expanded to the ASEAN region, delighting yakiniku fans in Singapore, Hong Kong, Jakarta and Bangkok. And finally, in 2012, the first Gyu-Kaku outlet in Malaysia opened its doors in Isetan 1-Utama. Located deep within the Eat Paradise floor of Isetan … [Read more...]
Private Kitchen – Ding Ding Grilled Fish Steamboat
I love steamboats, of any kind – be it the Japanese-styled shabu-shabu, our local Malaysian style or the more refined Hong Kong style. Then along came this “Ding Ding” style from Private Kitchen and I was intrigued. I mean, it sounds so cute and catchy… ding ding? So, off I traipsed to Private Kitchen in SS2 on one rainy Thursday and realised that Thursday is not a good day to be in that part of SS2 due to the weekly pasar malam. But since I was already there, it was a good opportunity to … [Read more...]
Swag Bar & Grill, Petaling Jaya: chilling out with a difference
If you are a PJ (Petaling Jaya) resident, you would most likely be familiar with the PJ Palms Sports Centre where the public swimming pool is located. That’s just a stone throw away from the iconic A&W restaurant. Set within this vicinity is one of PJ’s latest hotspots – the SWAG Bar & Grill, housed in a 2-storey standalone bungalow. This brainchild of entrepreneur Sudip Thiagi, SWAG stands out like a shining beacon with spotlights lighting up its canary yellow walls. Once you … [Read more...]
Sunday BBQ Brunch at Las Vacas
So what do you do on a lazy Sunday when you wake up late and are hankering for some good meats? A BBQ Brunch is the answer and not just any old BBQ but head to Las Vacas for some scrumptious bites. Unlimited servings too. Las Vacas serves only beef from Australia and lamb from New Zealand. Currently the BBQ Brunch is available only at their Mont Kiara and Yap Kwan Seng outlets. There is a good variety of other side dishes laid out on the buffet counters too: all kinds of salads, … [Read more...]
Proud Janny – serving Fruit-based Cuisine with Pride
Fresh from their participation in the recent Agrobazaar Singapore in August where they helped develop a menu of fruit-based dishes served there, Chef Ryan Khang of Proud Janny is eager to share some of those dishes with folks here. Love the rustic feel of the cafe! As the Agrobazaar was focused on promoting Malaysian fruits, it was perfectly apt to come up with dishes featuring the best of Malaysian fruits and other agro produce. Chef Ryan and his team created a host of such dishes and … [Read more...]
Time to go Hubba Hubba!
Perched on Bukit Ceylon, within the confines of Invito Hotel Suites is the city’s latest gastrolounge - Hubba Hubba! Owned by the same people behind Souled Out, WIP, Tujo, the concept here is hip and kinda quirky but generally done up tastefully. I found myself there one fine evening and as I walked through the entrance, I was struck by the colourful wheels strung up over the reception. That immediately prepped me on what to expect for its interior: lots of colours everywhere from funky … [Read more...]
A Journey Through Time VIII @ Starhill Gallery, Kuala Lumpur
November promises to be an exciting month at Starhill Gallery. A Journey Through Time is a signature event that’s held in this exciting shopping and dining venue. This year marks the 8th time that this event is held and is touted to be the biggest one ever. For 8 days, from 21-28 November 2014, A Journey Through Time VIII will be showcased in a space spanning 2 floors and 30,000 sq ft of public exhibition space in Starhill Gallery. There will be more than 125 luxury brands featured and 20 … [Read more...]
Sunday Buffet Lunch at Kampachi, Plaza 33 Petaling Jaya
It’s only available ONCE a week and if we are lucky there’s a public holiday, then there’ll be an extra session. I’m talking about the lunch buffet in Kampachi Petaling Jaya. It’s only available on Sundays and public holidays, so please check your calendars. Kampachi needs no introduction. Having built its strong reputation for dozens of years since its establishment and association with the Equatorial Hotel, the very name itself is synonymous with “quality Japanese fares”. With 3 … [Read more...]
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