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...]
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...]
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...]
BRASSERIE 25 @ Hotel Stripes Kuala Lumpur
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...]
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...]
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...]
PETALS OF PROSPERITY AT ZUAN YUAN, ONE WORLD HOTEL, PETALING JAYA
When it comes to festive feasting, restaurants all over town are churning out special set menus in anticipation of the busy period ahead. Traditional auspicious dishes are the orders for the day. Chef Kong who helms the kitchen of Zuan Yuan Chinese Restaurant in One World Hotel understands this perfectly. Together with his team, Zuan Yuan’s 3 festive menus are packed with traditional and well-loved dishes with some contemporary touches. To start the meal, Yee Sang is a must to toss in every … [Read more...]
FESTIVE REUNION FEASTS AT TOH YUEN, HILTON PETALING JAYA
In preparation for the upcoming Chinese New Year festivities, Master Chef Rick Teoh and his team have curated 3 special festive menus for the celebrations. The specially crafted pork-free Cantonese dishes form the 3 celebratory menus which are priced from RM1,888 nett for the Everlasting Happiness set, RM2,188 nett (Luck & Joyfulness) and RM2,688 Nett for the Sea of Prosperity set. Each set serves 10 persons. In line with tradition, the auspicious festive menus begin with Yee Sang, … [Read more...]
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