When Ed Soo and his partners decided to add another F&B outlet into their stronghold in Jalan Bangkung, Bangsar, the question of naming it became a “headache”. Ed’s suggestion to name it “Bobo” was initially met with an iron wall from the others and long story short, somehow “Bobo” managed to get its way. It’s a catchy and easily remembered name and very often, people tend to ask “Just who or what is Bobo?” Yeah, so who or what is Bobo? Scroll down and you’ll find out… :-) Anyway, … [Read more...]
2OX – New French Kid on The Row, Kuala Lumpur
It’s “two OX’, not “20 x” or “20 multiply”. This latest French bistro bar along Jalan Doraisamy (known as “The Row”) has got many people perplexed over its name, for sure. The mystifying “2OX” (and yes, the OX must be in caps) refers to Sainy Chun and Thierry Le Baut, the owner and chef respectively. If the names sound familiar to you, it’s because you probably have heard of them at Maison Francaise where they run the show, too. While Maison Francaise is all about fine-dining, … [Read more...]
Have a Merry Delicious Christmas in LA RISATA
Christmas is all about peace, love and joy and the best way to celebrate this is to spend time with loved ones. Preferably over some great food too. This year the festive celebrations can be enjoyed over a long weekend so there’s plenty of time for feasting and festivities. I’ve always enjoyed dining at La Risata for its cosy ambience and good comforting food. The fact that it has stood the test of time means many others share the same view as this neighbourhood restaurant is always busy. … [Read more...]
LIVELLO UNO @ Taman Tun Dr Ismail, Kuala Lumpur
Taman Tun Dr Ismail, fondly known as “TTDI” has seen quite a number of family restaurants sprouting in this past year. By “family restaurants”, I mean those eateries run by family members and their set-up being very family-friendly, too. One of the latest such eateries is Livello Uno, located on an upper floor of a shoplift along Jalan Aminuddin Baki. Barely 6 months old, this restaurant has been quietly satiating many an Italian food lover in this neighbourhood. As it’s housed in an upper … [Read more...]
PORTOFINO @ Lucky Garden, Bangsar: authentic Italian fares
Owned and managed by two true-blue Italians, Portofino has been quietly delighting lovers of authentic Italian fares in Bangsar. Named after a popular seaside town in Italy, Portofino occupies a corner lot (which used to be Pizza Hut for 15 years) in the quieter side of Bangsar – Lucky Garden. Italian Chef Keli rules the kitchen while Luca ensures the front of house runs smoothly. It had always been Chef Keli’s dream to own and run a restaurant in a tropical country and Malaysia was a … [Read more...]
Tea Pairing Dinner with TWININGS TEA @ HILTON KUALA LUMPUR
For this whole month of October, Hilton Kuala Lumpur has been abuzz with a host of activities and they all have something to do with Britain. Yes, they celebrated the GREAT Festival and it’s all about the very best of what Britain has to offer. This campaign was held in collaboration with the British High Commission Kuala Lumpur. With the hotel transformed into a food experience venue with daily activities from its 10 restaurants and bars, guests had the opportunity to explore the unique … [Read more...]
FAVOLA @ Le Meridien Chiang Mai, Thailand
Sitting at the main lobby of the Le Meridien Chiang Mai, I couldn’t help but be struck by the timeless chic design of the hotel, enhanced by various pieces of striking contemporary art pieces on the walls. It shouldn’t surprise me, really as the Le Meridien hotels all over the world subscribe to their universal theme of being a leading contemporary lifestyle brand. As I make my way up to Favola, their Italian restaurant, I can smell the delicious aromas of breads or pizzas (I’m not sure … [Read more...]
PREZZO @ Telawi, Bangsar
Prezzo, located smack in the middle of one of Bangsar’s busiest streets, has been drawing in a steady stream of diners since it opened its doors more than a month ago. You can’t miss their bright red signboard raised against a green awning along busy Telawi 5. There are several tables arranged on the walkway for a bit of al fresco dining while the inside is furnished with simple but comfortable furniture. The menu lists predominantly Italian-style dishes. We munched on some Crab … [Read more...]
URBAN @ Hotel Istana Kuala Lumpur – Executive Set Lunches at RM50nett per person
I have not been back to Hotel Istana Kuala Lumpur for the longest time and recently when I was there to check out their Executive Set Lunches, the hotel still looked the same. It’s as if time has stood still. The same elaborate Malay “palatial” style still dominated the decor – after all, it IS called Hotel Istana. Ornate carved wooden furniture, intricate floorworks, arched walkways and heavy chintz drapes dictated the theme, reminiscent of regal Malay palaces. Therefore it was quite … [Read more...]
FUZIO Bar & Restaurant, Kuala Lumpur
Located in the quieter part of Changkat Bukit Bintang, just behind the busy main thoroughfare, Fuzio’s facade commands more than a second glance. The slender vertical beams in its exterior design, coupled with a wooden panel with hanging potted plants, emblazoning its cuisine, lend a rustic charm to the whole setup. Upon stepping through its double glass doors, the interior exudes a cosy warmth. The raw-grained wooden tables, assorted eclectic paintings, mosaic walls, warm lightings all … [Read more...]
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