I was told that Fa Ying means “princess” in Thai and by that you would nod your head once you know that it is connected to that Thai fine-dining restaurant in Kuala Lumpur called Rama V. Yes, Fa Ying in Paradigm Mall is under the same management as Rama V – people who love and understand Thai food and want to bring Thai cuisine one step closer to the dining public. Whilst Rama V serves authentic traditional Thai cuisine in a more sedate classy environment, Fa Ying on the other hand is clearly … [Read more...]
Crocodile cuisine at Krocies Seafood Restaurant
Eating “exotic meats” of any kind may seem squeamish to many. I happen to fall into this category too. When I got the invitation to try some crocodile cuisine, to be honest, I was hesitant to go. But then curiosity got the better of me and I decided to join a group of foodies to check out Krocies Seafood Restaurant located in the quieter part of SS2, Petaling Jaya. 3-Variety BBQ There we met Aires Lim, owner and director of Krocies Seafood Restaurant who explained to us that consuming … [Read more...]
iPhone 5 – the Best Plans are with Celcom!
At last, the long-awaited iPhone 5 has finally arrived on the Celcom network! Scores of Apple fans braced the traffic and gathered in lines to be among the firsts to own an iPhone 5 in Iconic at Sunway Pyramid last night. With Celcom's very attractive package plans, it's no wonder the Celcom crew was kept very busy the whole night! Get your hands on the world’s most sought after smartphone and experience it first with the best network and the best plans! Unlike other telcos, with … [Read more...]
Seasonal Goodies from Tai Thong Restaurants
These days, regardless of race and religious inclinations, the year end festivities is celebrated by almost everyone here in Malaysia. We are a nation of food lovers, that’s without a doubt and we take every festive occasion in our strides, munching and chomping our way through every festival, public holiday or just about any occasion. So, we are now in the midst of Christmas preparations but what’s there to stop us from eating, not roast turkey, mince pies, puddings and such… but Poon Choy … [Read more...]
Festive Celebrations in Hilton Petaling Jaya
What are your plans for the coming festivities? Christmas is just round the corner and before you know it, we’ll be ushering in the New Year! The Christmas spread Hilton Petaling Jaya is one hotel that’s close to my heart as we have been going there for many many years, whether it’s for functions, events or just having meals there. Even with the refurbishment, I know my way around there, every nook and cranny, really. This festive season, whether it’s an intimate dinner for … [Read more...]
A Delicious Christmas
The latest outlet in the Delicious stable – Delicious @ St Mary Place may not be easy to locate, for some, as it’s inside a block of residential condominium. However, once you drive into Jalan Tengah (which is off the busy Jalan Sultan Ismail, the road where The Lodge is) and you spot the conglomerate of high-rise residences, the unmistakable turquoise signage beckons. The cluster of buildings there comprises the St Mary Residences, the E&O Residences and St Mary Place with a collection of … [Read more...]
WIP@BSC Kuala Lumpur is HAPA-GAB’s “Outlet of The Year 2012”!
WIP@BSC Kuala Lumpur was recently crowned “Outlet of The Year” at the inaugural HAPA-GAB Excellence Awards 2012. A bit of background information on the HAPA-GAB Excellence Awards: it’s a collaboration between Hospitality Asia Platinum Awards (HAPA) and Guinness Anchor Berhad (GAB) to seek the best outlets in the Food & Beverage industry. There were 5 categories of awards, namely: • Service Excellence – won by SOULed OUT Sri Hartamas • Best Entertainment – won by The Beer Factory … [Read more...]
“The Art of Connection” at the Le Méridien HUB, Kuala Lumpur
After months of transformation process (since August 2012), the brand new Le Méridien HUB was unveiled last evening at the Le Méridien Kuala Lumpur. The Le Méridien HUB is a unique lobby concept inspired by Le Méridien’s Global Cultural Curator, Jérôme Sans. The "Pomacanthus Imperator One" design of the entryway The moment you step through the hotel entryway, you will be captivated by the burst of colours on the sliding door – the beautiful colours of “Pomacanthus Imperator One” by … [Read more...]
Get your iPhone 5 from Celcom!
Are you an Apple fan? Specifically, are you anticipating the arrival of the latest Apple baby – the iPhone 5, to Malaysia? If you are among the millions of Apple fans (like me) who can’t wait to grab and hold the iPhone 5 in your hands, well, here’s some good news for you. Finally, the long-awaited iPhone 5 is coming your way on the best telco network – Celcom. Yes, Celcom is going to launch the iPhone 5 in Malaysia real soon! You can be among the firsts the get your hands on the … [Read more...]
Oriental Cravings 1-Utama, Bandar Utama
Whenever I get cravings for some good home-style Chinese food, cooked with some unique twists, I head to Oriental Cravings located in the New Wing of 1-Utama. I have dined here countless times (it's close to my workplace) and among my favourites are their Fish Head Noodles, Chee Cheong Fun with Pork Curry, Claypot Loe Shue Fun, Braised Yee Mee – yes, these are quick one-dish meals that totally satisfy my hungry stomach at lunch time. Oriental Cravings is always busy – the front … [Read more...]
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