On days like this when my muscles ache and stretched to the limit and every bone seems stiff as pole, my thoughts automatically go back the Heavenly Spa at The Westin Langkawi Resort & Spa with great longing. It is the only Heavenly Spa in Malaysia by Westin. The Westin Langkawi Resort & Spa has won many many awards and accolades for various service categories – the last I counted, there were almost 30 (maybe more by now!). Out of these, the Heavenly Spa by Westin alone has won … [Read more...]
Amadeus Bistro & Wine Bar @ Life Centre Kuala Lumpur
It’s pretty easy to locate Amadeus Bistro & Wine Bar in the newly refurbished Life Centre along Jalan Sultan Ismail, Kuala Lumpur. In fact, it was so easy that I arrived much earlier than the rest of my dining companions that evening and I had ample time to check out the place. At Amadeus Bistro & Wine Bar, the low-ceilinged room acts as a cosy, quiet refuge for patrons eager to have lunch, dinner, coffee, or just to chill out and have a chat with friends. This casually chic European … [Read more...]
Celebrate Arthur’s Day at SOULed OUT
It all started in 1759 when Arthur’s Day is celebrated around the world to honour the date Arthur Guinness signed a 9,000 year lease on the St James Gate Brewery, and whose legacy has brought us the globally celebrated iconic black brew, GUINNESS®. Raising a toast to Arthur is a central part of the annual festivities and is fast becoming a tradition among GUINNESS® fans around the world. September is the month where people all over the world raise their glasses to salute the one man who … [Read more...]
The Westin Langkawi Resort & Spa – Breeze
We shall always remember the Breeze Lounge for 2 things: the stunning view from its al fresco terrace and the awesome steaks! Aptly named… indeed you will feel the gentle sea breeze caressing your skin when you seat yourself in the bright airy lounge and dining area beyond. It spots a modern contemporary casual atmosphere with plush comfy fabric couches where you can just sink in and chill-out with a glass of their signature martinis or just that wonderfully refreshing Apple Cinnamon … [Read more...]
Chef Jacky Lim’s Crab Delights at Tai Thong
If you are an avid fan of tv culinary shows, you may have caught an episode or two of the “Crazy for Crabs” series on Astro Wah Lai Toi (Channel 311) every Satuday at 9.30pm. I caught an episode of this “crabby” show recently when the Tai Thong Restaurants showcased their “Crazy for Crabs” promotion at their Imperial China Restaurant in Subang Jaya. And, of course, if you have watched that show, you would know that the very cool-looking ponytailed dashing chef zipping around various Asian … [Read more...]
Mid Autumn Festival at One World Hotel
This year the Mid Autumn Festival falls on 30 September 2012 which is the 15th day of the 8th lunar month, according to the Chinese calendar. For some restaurants and bakeries, months before this, mooncakes have already been baked and offered for sale. In preparation for this important festival, Zuan Yuan Chinese restaurant has come up with a stellar range of traditional oven-baked mooncakes as well as the non-baked snowskin mooncakes. The list may not be as extensive as some other … [Read more...]
Weekend Tapas Brunch @ DISH, Dua Annexe
On a culinary holiday to San Sebastian, Spain, Chef Steve Allen was totally enamoured by the dining concept there … where eating tapas is akin to a national culture. Much like the Chinese invented and enjoyed Dim Sum, the Spanish consider tapas not only as a foodform, but also a social means for interaction and communication as the serving of tapas is designed to encourage conversation. The small plates of appetizers and snacks are served either hot or cold or in between, and when accompanied by … [Read more...]
The Westin Langkawi Resort & Spa – Tide
The first thought that stroke my mind when I first laid eyes on Tide was: “Wow, what a sexy roof!” Just look at that voluptuous curve line of that slate grey roof and you’ll see what I mean. Located off the main building, Tide is a standalone majestic big mama of a restaurant, facing the spectacular seascapes that the Andaman Sea provides. Dining by the beach takes on a whole new meaning here as the restaurant’s menu offers indulgent Mediterranean fare side by side with traditional … [Read more...]
The Westin Langkawi Resort & Spa – Seasonal Tastes
Seasonal Tastes is the all-day dining restaurant in The Westin Langkawi Resort & Spa, located one floor below the Main Lobby. Furnished in a contemporary modern style, the restaurant is spacious and casually chic with lots of natural light streaming in through the glass walls. We always chose to sit at the very far end of the restaurant just beside the glass walls – that’s the best spot as we get a panoramic full view of the splendid Andaman Sea. The restaurant has a seating capacity … [Read more...]
Mid-Autumn Festival Celebration at Lai Po Heen @ Mandarin Oriental Kuala Lumpur
The Mid-Autumn Festival is approaching and many hotels and restaurants have already showcased their specialities. We recently had a chance to taste some mooncakes from Lai Po Heen Chinese restaurant at The Mandarin Oriental Kuala Lumpur. Available from 23 July to 30 September 2012, the handmade mooncakes were really pretty, especially the dainty chocolate-covered ones. Coated in dark, milk or white chocolates topped with the iconic Mandarin fan logo, these cute little babies come with … [Read more...]
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