When I was a kid growing up in a village in Ipoh, the 15th day of the 8th month in the Chinese lunar calendar was always an exciting day. That’s when everyone in the village celebrated the “Mooncakes Festival” and “pai yuet kong” (“praying to the moon” in Cantonese) was the finale of the night. But of course, the prayers thing was something done by the adults and we kids were just interested in the lantern activities for the day. Yes, those traditional lanterns in all shapes and sizes of … [Read more...]
TOP 10 PICKS IN GENJI @ Hilton Petaling Jaya
Genji Japanese Restaurant at the Hilton Petaling Jaya has been around for a long time and is a firm favourite with many PJ residents. Over the years, it has gone through several changes or facelifts, to move with the times. Its latest makeover has resulted in a deco theme that's classically contemporary with extra privacy for diners by creating separate sections in the restaurant. The sections include the sushi bar, main restaurant, two spacious teppanyaki counters and five private dining … [Read more...]
TOH YUEN @ HILTON PETALING JAYA – Prosperous Beginnings for Year of Fire Monkey
This Monkey Year that’s coming soon – I heard it’s a happening and bouncy one as it’s been called a “Red Monkey” as well as a “Fire Monkey”. Whatever the description, as long as it brings prosperity, happiness and good health, I’m good. So, we were off to some prosperous beginnings at Toh Yuen Chinese Restaurant at the Hilton Petaling Jaya recently. Their Chinese Executive Chef Ben Lim unveiled their array of specially crafted pork-free Cantonese specialities to welcome the fiery … [Read more...]
GENJI @ Hilton Petaling Jaya – see what’s new?
After its recent renovation, the newly refurbished Genji in Hilton Petaling Jaya breathes a new refreshing touch to its modern Japanese decor. It’s certainly brighter, looks more spacious and airier than before. The same light wood theme runs across the restaurant but now with some new items added, Genji exudes a contemporary elegant charm which makes dining here a much more enjoyable experience now. Using a “modern Japanese country restaurant” concept, the spacious and comfortable dining area … [Read more...]
Mid Autumn Treasures from Toh Yuen @ Hilton Petaling Jaya
Besides the Lunar New Year, another major festival when the Chinese celebrate a reunion of sorts is the Mid-Autumn Festival. Although very much now a commercial affair (which festival here is not?), the Mid-Autumn Festival remains a celebration steeped in tradition for many. As a kid growing up in Ipoh all those years ago, I remember I’ve always looked forward to the Mid-Autumn Festival, aka Mooncake Festival as that’s one occasion when we would have so much food placed on an outdoor table, as … [Read more...]
Authentic Italian Delights at Uncle Chilli’s Bar & Restaurant by Chef Massimo Zampar
I first met Chef Massimo Zampar a couple of years ago when he was helming the kitchen of Neroteca. If there’s one memorable thing arising from that meal, it was the excellent tagliatellle which he made fresh and cooked it with the most delicious meaty sauce. It was such an exceptional dish that whenever I think of pasta, especially tagliatelIe, Chef Zampar’s creation would always be my benchmark. So, imagine my delight when recently I was invited to check out some authentic Italian … [Read more...]
Lunar New Year Feast at the newly renovated Toh Yuen at Hilton Petaling Jaya
Have you stepped into Toh Yuen, the Chinese restaurant in Hilton Petaling Jaya recently? If you have, then you would appreciate how much better it looks now. It looks less cluttered, brighter and has a classier contemporary elegance about it now. Having undergone quite an extensive renovation, I love the elegant hues of celadon paired with muted cream accents. The whole ambience breathes “renewal” and “rejuvenation” the moment you enter through the elegant doors flanked by intricately patterned … [Read more...]
Authentic Ramadhan Delights at Hilton Petaling Jaya
I’ve always loved Paya Serai at Hilton Petaling Jaya for its excellent authentic Malay dishes on any day. It is one of the most established and popular hotel restaurant in Petaling Jaya. Now with Ramadhan and a new Executive Chef helming the kitchen, diners will be totally spoiled for choice by its magnificent Buka Puasa buffet. Be prepared to savour Executive Chef Ridzuan Malek and team’s more than 300 delicious items during this holy month. Chef Ridzuan, with more than 20 years’ … [Read more...]
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