Chinese New Year 2020 Dinner Menus and Promotions in Kuala Lumpur and Petaling Jaya, Selangor

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This feature will be updated periodically as more info comes in so do check back often!

My annual Chinese New Year dining feature is back and includes some of the top Chinese restaurants in Kuala Lumpur, Petaling Jaya, Selangor, and beyond, featuring their Chinese New Year 2020 menus:

Four Seasons Kuala Lumpur
Hilton Kuala Lumpur
Traders Hotel Kuala Lumpur
Four Points by Sheraton Chinatown (Kuala Lumpur)
Hilton Petaling Jaya
The Saujana Hotel Kuala Lumpur
Berjaya Times Square Hotel
The RuMa Hotel and Residences
Aloft Kuala Lumpur Sentral
Chuanxi Bazi (Sunway Velocity)

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Four Seasons Kuala Lumpur

Usher in the Lunar New Year of the Rat at Four Seasons Hotel Kuala Lumpur with superbly curated menus and festive traditions, starting from January 2, 2020. From poring over ancient Chinese recipes to tracking down the highest-quality ingredients for yee sang, the culinary team at Four Seasons has entered into the festive spirit with energy and flair.

Curated Menus at Yun House, January 2 to February 8, 2020
Savour togetherness and nostalgia with Chef Jimmy Wong’s iconic festive menus at Yun House. “Chinese New Year is all about spending time with the people we love,” says Chef Jimmy. “This year, I’ve featured my personal favourites from the dishes I always make for my own family on Chinese New Year.”
Along with drawing from his treasure trove of family recipes, Chef Jimmy also brings superbly executed classics to the table. Patrons are invited to sample the nuanced flavours of specialties such as braised money bags filled with ten head abalone, fragrant roasted duck with osmanthus flower, and double boiled superior bird’s nest and red dates.
Yee sang enthusiasts are in for treat, with salmon belly, tuna toro, Australian lobster and other prized ingredients on the menu. Add Norwegian salmon skin for an extra burst of taste and texture, then crunch a handful of crispy noodles on top – a symbol of breaking into a brand-new lunar year.
During lunch hours, diners can discover Chef Jimmy’s curated selection of dim sum, ranging from traditional to inventive. Try the foie gras dumpling with scallops, crystal shrimp dumpling with fish roe and charcoal lava bun.
Curated Menus Pricing (Per Person): Set Menu at MYR 388-688 nett; Yee Sang at MYR 148 nett onwards; Dim Sum Lunch Selection at MYR 10-45 nett per portion. An a la carte selection is also available.

Prosperity Feast at Curate, January 2 to February 8, 2020
Gather with family and friends at Curate for a smorgasbord of delicacies from around the world, with special honours accorded to traditional Chinese specialties. Inspired by ancient recipes from China and lively morning markets across Asia, Chef de Cuisine Muhd Mujtahid A. Lukman (Chef Matt) presents a truly delectable selection: wok-tossed dishes, delicately steamed seafood, freshly prepared Peking duck, roasted meats and authentic Chinese desserts.
At the Curation Station, a Yee Sang Master helps personalise the festive salad with premium ingredients. Chef Matt’s homemade salmon gravlax is the star of the show, with four varieties to choose from – mukrat lime, black tea, tom yum and beetroot. A finishing touch from Curate’s culinary creatives leaves the yee sang tray looking extra-special. For diners in the mood for even more variety, other cuisines are well-represented, ranging from Western and Indian to Japanese and kampung-style Malaysian.
Prosperity Feast Pricing (Per Person): Weekday Lunch Buffet at MYR 158 nett; Saturday Brunch at MYR 98 nett; Sunday Brunch only at MYR 210 nett; Daily Dinner Buffet at MYR 188 nett. Groups of 20 or more receive a 20 percent savings on the total food bill.
Telephone: +603 2382 8888
Website: https://www.fourseasons.com/kualalumpur/

The St. Regis Kuala Lumpur

This Chinese New Year, The St. Regis Kuala Lumpur celebrates the tradition of Chinese tea rituals during this auspicious season. A time when family reunions and gatherings are considered the most important get-together of the year, the hotel will be showcasing their signature Prosperity Yee Sang recipe, specially curated set menus that feature customary delicacies and heart-warming dishes, our Chinese New Year “House of Fortune” goodies shop that will display a traditional tea ceremony ritual and our auspicious Lion Dance.
Prosperity Yee Sang, January 6th, 2020
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The St. Regis Kuala Lumpur’s Prosperity Yee Sang is a recipe handed down from generation to generation of the owning family, Puan Sri Sharon Chua’s ancestral kitchen. With the intention of enticing her children to eat vegetables, the secret to the special Prosperity Yee Sang lies in an undisclosed final ingredient. Made with a base of finely chopped and sliced fresh fruits and vegetables accompanied with assorted nuts, seeds and sauce, guests will be able to add on slices of Salmon and Jellyfish or Abalone and Soft-Shell Crab or opt for a Vegetarian version. Puan Sri Sharon Chua hopes her family’s recipe brings much longevity, prosperity and abundance to all.
The St. Regis Kuala Lumpur’s Prosperity Yee Sang will be available upon reservation from January 6th – February 7th for dining in at The Brasserie, take away or in the private dining rooms on Level 2.
The St. Regis Kuala Lumpur’s Yee Sang are priced at:

(L) MYR196.00+ or (M) MYR106.00+ for the Prosperity Vegetarian & Nuts Yee Sang
(L) MYR263.00+ or (M) MYR136.00+ for the Prosperity Salmon & Jelly Fish Yee Sang
(L) MYR468.00+ or (M) MYR238.00+ for the Abalone & Crispy Soft-Shell Crab Yee Sang

The St. Regis Kuala Lumpur’s Lion Dance, January 25th, 2020 7:30 pm
A part of the Chinese culture for thousands of years, the lion symbolizes power, wisdom, good fortune and chases away evil spirits to bring in happiness, longevity and good luck. Catch The St. Regis Kuala Lumpur’s twin lions perform on Chinese New Year first day at the porte-cochère and make their way throughout the hotel.
House of Fortune 瑞吉满堂, January 6th, 2020
This year The St. Regis Kuala Lumpur will open their very first “House of Fortune”, where guests can pre-order and take away homemade cookies, cakes and traditional “Nian Gao”, a cake made from glutinous rice flour, wheat starch, salt, water and sugar and served either steamed, fried or even eaten cold. Its 2500-year origin symbolizes a higher income, a higher position, the growth of children and the promise of a better year.
Executive Pastry Chef, Gael Moutet has also curated a collection of signature cakes and pastries for your festive gift-giving like the “Good Fortune Red Bowl” – a lemongrass and mango pudding encased in a red chocolate bowl, the “Firecracker” – a Valrhona Jivara 46% milk chocolate with apricot and more. Showcasing on our packaging and visuals this year is “Winter Garden” – a portfolio of eight prints made from photographs of flowers taken by renowned artist, Marc Quinn. Flowers symbolise life, wealth, love and prosperity during this joyous season.
Chinese New Year Brunch, January 26th and February 2nd, 2020
The Brasserie’s Sunday Jazz Brunch will be joining in the celebration with a Chinese New Year themed brunch highlighting dishes from the Chinese New Year menu and more.
Chinese New Year Set Menus, January 6th – February 7th, 2020
Dine on Chef De Cuisine, Cheong Boon Fei’s and the owning family’s curated treasured family recipes like the handmade “Jiao Zhi” dumplings, the braised bird’s nest soup with crab meat, bamboo pith & egg white, pan-seared radish cake, crispy prawn with seaweed crumbs and more. Available for lunch and dinner, guests can reserve the private dining rooms for groups from as small as 4 guests up to 50 or The Astor Room and Grand Ballroom for up to 800 guests.
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Chinese New Year Set Menu with Choice of Yee Sang
Braised Bird’s Nest Soup, Crab Meat, Bamboo Pith & Egg White
Pan-seared Radish Cake, Crispy Prawn with Seaweed Crumbs
Handmade Chicken “Jiao Zhi” Dumpling with Spinach Skin
Braised Abalone, Lotus Root, Fatt Choy, Dried Oyster & Broccoli
Cantonese-style Glutinuous Rice in Lotus Leaf
Lemongrass Tea, Peach Gum & Goji Berries
Deep-fried “Nian Gao” with Yam & Sweet Potato
The St. Regis Kuala Lumpur’s set menus are priced at:

Set A MYR468+ per person with an Abalone & Crispy Soft-Shell Crab Yee Sang
Set B MYR398+ per person with a Salmon & Jelly Fish Yee Sang
Set C MYR368+ per person with a Vegetarian Yee Sang.

For more info or to make a reservation, call +603 2727 6696 or email dining.kualalumpur@stregis.com

Hilton Kuala Lumpur

From 2 January to 8 February 2020, look forward to abundant beginnings with Hilton Kuala Lumpur and partake in the joy of Chinese New Year with a feast of auspicious cuisine known to bring good luck at Chynna, Hilton Kuala Lumpur’s premier Chinese restaurant.
Toss to good fortune with Chynna’s signature Yee sang for 2020 which is Smoky Chicken with Rice Krispies Yee Sang that’s both sweet, savory and has great texture. One must also try the Strawberry and Macadamia Nuts Yee Sang, Crispy Fish Skin and Salted Egg Yolk Soft Shell Crab Yee Sang, Norwegian Salmon Yee Sang with Passion fruit Sauce and Traditional Norwegian Salmon Yee Sang. Price starts from RM128 for half portion and RM238 for full portion.
Master Chef Lam Hock Hin’s will present five set menus this year – Abundance, Prosperity, Wealth, Grand Fortune and Auspicious starting from RM2,088nett per table of 10.
The Abundance set menu is priced at RM2088nett per table of 10 and features the crowd pleasers food such as Steamed Moontail Grouper with Chili Bean Sause, Stewed Sea Cucumbers with Dry Oysters, Gluten Roll and Fatt Choy in clay pot, Braised Shrimp Rolls with Portobello Mushroom and Garden Greens and Apricot Roselle Jelly with Deep Fried Coconut Nian Gao stuffed with Yam Paste.
The Prosperity set menu is priced at RM2688nett per table of 10 and features chef signature dishes including the decadent Eight Treasure Salt Baked Chicken, Sliced Abalone with Sea Cucumbers, Stir Fried Prawns with Kam Heong Pepper Sauce and double boiled almond cream with gum Tragacanth and premium Musang King Dessert.
In addition, Hilton Kuala Lumpur has more Chinese New Year offerings at Vasco’s, its all-day dining outlet:
Prosperity Buffet Lunch
6 January – 9 February 2020 | Lunch: 12.30 – 2.30pm
RM 148 nett per Adult | RM 68 nett per Child
Prosperity Buffet Dinner
6 January – 9 February 2020 | 6.30pm – 10.30pm
RM 188 nett per Adult | 94 nett per Adult
Chinese New Year Eve Reunion Buffet Dinner
24 January 2020 | 6.30pm – 10.30pm
RM 200 nett per Adult | RM 98 nett per Child (5-11 years)
Chinese New Year Day Lunch & Dinner Buffet
25 & 26 January 2020 | Lunch: 12.30 – 2.30pm | Dinner: 6.30pm – 10.30pm
Lunch: RM 178 nett per Adult | RM 89 Nett per Child (5-11 years)
Dinner: RM 200 Nett per Adult | RM 98 Nett per Child (5-11 years)
As an extension to the Chinese New Year festivities, guests will be entertained by the mighty lions with acrobat stunts on 31 January 2020 from 12.00pm onwards at Hilton Kuala Lumpur’s porte cohere.
For more information and to reserve a table for your reunion lunch or dinner, call Hilton Kuala Lumpur at +60 3 2264 2264 or visit http://www.life.hiltonkl.com
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Hilton Petaling Jaya

From 2 January – 29 February 2020, look forward to abundant beginnings with Hilton Petaling Jaya and partake in the joy of Chinese New Year with a feast of auspicious cuisine known to bring good luck at Toh Yuen, which is available for lunch at 12pm – 2:30pm and dinner at 7pm to 10pm.
Toh Yuen’s signature Yee sang for 2020 is the Salmon, Crispy Ice Fish and Top Shell Abalone Yee Sang. Other favorites include the traditional Salmon Yee Sang, Crispy Salmon Skin and Salmon Yee Sang, Geoduck and Salmon Yee Sang. Price starts from RM148 for half portion (2-5 persons) and RM268 for full portion (6-10 persons).
Indulge in a selection of Chef’s specials such as Double Boiled Japanese Conch with Bamboo Pith, Flaming Homemade Yellow Wine Tiger Prawns, Braised traditional eight treasure chicken and more. The Chinese New Year promo starts from RM1988 nett for a group of 10 persons.
The Golden Prosperity set features crowd pleasers Steamed Hong Kong Style Live Tiger Garoupa Fish, Braised Seafood and Baby Spinach Juice with Soya Noodle and more for RM2288 nett per table of 10 persons and the Abundant Beginnings set features Slow Cooked Halibut with Hong Kong Bean Curd Stick with Light Soya Sauce, Traditional Work Fried Waxed Duck Leg, Black Mushrooms with Glutinous Rice and more for RM2888 nett per table of 10 persons.
For a truly ‘Sou Gong Yen’ reunion dinner, on 17 January 2020, enjoy a special deal at RM1899 nett per table of 10 persons. This special deal includes a complimentary bottle of red wine per table for bookings of 5 tables and above, live entertainment and lucky draws. Guests will be entertained by the mighty lions on 17 January 2020 from 7.00pm onwards.
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In addition, Hilton Petaling Jaya has more Chinese New Year offerings at Paya Serai, its all-day dining buffet outlet:
Chinese New Year Hi –Tea Buffet
25 & 26 Jan 2020 | 12.30pm – 4.00pm
RM 118 nett per adult | RM 58 nett per child
*Inclusive of classic Yee Sang Counter
Chinese New Year Eve Buffet Dinner
24 January 2020 | 6.30pm – 10.30pm
RM 138 nett per adult | RM78 nett per child
Chinese New Year Buffet Dinner
25 & 26 January 2020 | 6.30pm – 10.30pm
RM 128 nett per adult | RM 68 nett per child
*Every 4th person eats for free with 3 paying adults
For more information or for reservations, call Hilton Petaling Jaya at +603 7955 9122 or head over to http://www.zestpj.com

The Saujana Hotel Kuala Lumpur

This year, Ti Chen is offering three (3) themed set menu creations namely the Silver and Gold Set, Rich and Affluent Set, and Fortune and Longevity Set, signifying representations of the astrological tradition.
This year’s Chinese/ Lunar New Year menus will be available from 8th January till 8th February 2020 from 12 pm to 3 pm (lunch), and 6 pm to 10 pm (dinner). Ti Chen will be open daily during the festive period except on the first day of Chinese New Year (25 January 2020).
“We are excited about our special menu created for our guests this year, highlighting the abundance set menu style meal packages of Silver and Gold, Rich and Affluent, and Fortune and Longevity, targeting corporate clients, families and friends to toss and celebrate the mark of another wonderful season,” says Chef Lim Chee Woi, Chinese Executive Chef.  “2020 is set to be a year filled with luck, growth and prosperity”. Symbolic of good luck, prosperity, health and all things auspicious, toss to “Loh Hei” with Ti Chen.
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The set meal packages for five to ten people cover a full range of time-honoured favourites including Roasted Sesame with Cracker and Green Chilli Sauce Chicken, Salmon and Snow Pear Yee Sang with Crispy Shredded Treasure and Blackcurrant-Plum dressing, Mini Steam Glutinous Rice wrapped in Lotus Leaf with Dried Oyster, Wok Fried Sea Prawn with Butter and Egg Yolk in traditional style Chilled Lemon Grass Jelly with Yuzu Sorbet, and much more.
The meal packages are offered with a bottle of Jacob’s Creek Shiraz or Free Flow of Soft Drinks for three hours.  The Rich and Affluent Set, and the Fortune and Longevity Set come with one (1) bottle of Glenlivet Captain’s Reserve, or Berry Bros. and Rudd Classic Sherry Cask.
The price for set meal packages ranges from RM1,788 for the Silver and Gold Set, RM2,088 for the Rich and Affluent Set and RM 3,088 for the Fortune and Longevity Set, inclusive of service charge and government taxes.
To commemorate the Chinese New Year festivities, the Saujana Hotel will host a lion dance performance in the lobby area at 10.30am on 30 January 2020.

For details of the Chinese New Year promotion or to book online, head over to http://www.saujanahotels.com – promotions, or call (603) 7843 1234 ext. 6122, or email  dine@thesaujana.com

The RuMa Hotel and Residences

The RuMa Hotel and Residences celebrates the Lunar New Year of the Rat with a range of unique and enticing offerings including limited edition menus and special room rates.
The Prosperity Package (1 January – 23 February 2020)
Book your escape from RM 488+ per night for stays from 1st January to 23rd February 2020 and enjoy a gift of RM 88 nett dining credit during your stay, in addition to generous benefits that include 24-hour check-in and check-out, fully stocked mini-bar and breakfast.
The Chinese 8-Course Journey at ATAS (6 January – 8 February 2020)
Typhoon Shelter Style Prawn
Discover familiar flavours presented in a contemporary way as ATAS presents a special Chinese inspired 8-course degustation menu, specially prepared by Executive Chef Tyson Gee. Priced at RM288 nett per person, the menu starts off with ATAS’ signature Yee Sang featuring local ingredients such as pucuk paku, betel leaf, and sweet plum tamarind dressing. The menu also features contemporary takes on traditional dishes such as the Ten Day Whiskey Dry Aged Duck Breast, Typhoon Shelter Style Tiger Prawns with Salted Egg Sauce, and Frozen Mango Parfait with Evaporated Milk Ice Cream.
Frozen Mango Parfait with Evaporated Milk Ice Cream
Customers can also opt for an a la carte order of Yee Sang priced at RM188 nett for a large portion (10 persons), or RM128 nett for a regular portion (5 persons).
For more info or reservations, call +603 2778 0888 or email info@theruma.com

Four Points by Sheraton Kuala Lumpur, Chinatown

Chinese New Year is the most anticipated festival of the Chinese calendar, a time to reconnect with family and loved ones and to share precious moments together. Inspired by the local area and flavours of Kuala Lumpur’s Chinatown, Head Chef Gerald Chong and his culinary team from the newly opened Four Points by Sheraton Kuala Lumpur, Chinatown unveil Quan’s Kitchen‘s Lunar New Year menu that emphasizes on traditional street fare.
Many will remember a time in the past when smoked meats were bought from local street vendors and we invite guests to toss to luck and good fortune with the Triple Prosperity Yee Sang (Half portion for RM 38 and full portion for RM 68) featuring a trio of Chicken Bak Kwa, Chicken Lap Cheong and Chicken Crisps drizzled with a sweet and tangy pineapple and apricot dressing.

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Continue the celebration with the Spring Set Menu, an 8-course sumptuous fare that includes the Triple Prosperity Yee Sang, a nourishing Double Boiled Chicken and Ginseng Consommé, Steamed Star Grouper in a Superior Soy Sauce and a Chinese New Year must, Slow Braised Dried Oyster served with Broccoli and Fatt Choy. Available from 10th January to February 8th with 2 days advance booking for RM 688 nett for 4-6 pax.
Legend has it that Pun Choi, a colossal one pot meal was thrown together by villagers with limited resources in the Song Dynasty for the royal family fleeing the Mongols. They gathered their best ingredients and cooked them in a big pot giving birth to this celebrated dish. We pay homage to history and tradition with the Eight Treasure Happiness Pot, an extravagant one pot feast brimming with 10-Head Abalone, Tiger Prawns, Fish Maw, Hokkaido Scallops, Roast Duck and Steamed Chicken. Available from 10th January to February 8th with 2 days advance booking for RM 688 nett for 6 pax.
To add to the fanfare, enjoy colorful decorations and live performances like Guzheng Instrumental, Chinese Knots, Lion Dance and Traditional Calligraphy from January 24th – 26th for the Classic Chinatown Buffet Dinner, served from 6.30pm – 10.30pm at RM 138 nett. The expansive buffet features international favorites alongside local food from Satay Celup, Dim Sum to a Chicken and Duck Rice carving station.

For enquires or reservations, call 03-2035-7333 or email dining@fourpoints.com

Berjaya Times Square Hotel

Celebrate the upcoming Lunar New Year at Berjaya Times Square Hotel, Kuala Lumpur with a brand new experience for 2020, the Blossom Dynasty Kitchen! The Blossom Dynasty Kitchen is a novel Chinese restaurant that features a highly intricate styling and design, paired with a menu of Chinese cuisine, prepared by experienced Chinese cuisine chefs from BTHKL’s culinary team. Located on the 14th floor, the restaurant features an extensive assembly of both traditional and modern Chinese cuisines for its central menu.
The restaurant will serve lunch and dinner daily from 13th January till 8th February 2020, with three specialized Chinese New Year Menu caters for a minimum of six (6) persons.
The first Chinese New Year Menu is the Lucky Star Menu, which features elegant dishes such as the Alaska King Crab Stick & Caviar Yee Sang, Roasted Sesame Chicken with Prawn Crackers, and Steamed Red Snapper with Salted Vegetables and Chan Pi. The Lucky Star Menu is RM788 nett for half-portion serving, and is RM1,388 nett per table (10 persons).
The second Chinese New Year Menu is the Plentiful Wealth Menu, which features ravishing dishes such as the Salmon & Sweet Pear Yee Sang, Wok Fried White Prawn with Marmite Sauce, and Steamed Sea Grouper Fish Hu Nan Style. The Plentiful Wealth Menu is RM 988 nett for half-portion serving, and is RM1,588 nett per table (10 persons).
The third Chinese New Year Menu is the Smooth Sailing Menu, which features refined dished such as the Braised Birdnest Soup with Crab Claw & Crab Roe, Stewed Whole Boneless Duck with Dry Oyster & Mushroom (with Kai Choy), and Steamed Red Grouper with Fried Garlic Soy Sauce. The Smooth Sailing Menu is RM1,188 nett for half-portion serving, and is RM1,788 nett per table (10 persons).
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Additionally, for every table of 10 persons; 1 bottle of red wine, white wine, or sparkling juice will be provided as a complimentary arrangement for any of the three Chinese New Year Menu. Guests are also viable for a special 50% discounts for Yee Sang and Hi-Tea for their next purchase when they made their reservation and dined at the Blossom Dynasty Kitchen, which includes both walk-ins, and prior reservation. Guests can also delightfully enjoy 3 distinctive choices of high quality Chinese Tea.
The General Manager of Berjaya Times Square Hotel Kuala Lumpur, Mr. Hugo Gerritsen, had stated, “With the highest level of delight and pleasure, I would like to proudly welcome everyone to our brand new restaurant, the Blossom Dynasty Kitchen! The restaurant will have a intricately sophisticated design, with a refined oriental look, complete with contemporary Chinese New Year stylings and furnishings. Our array of the most elegant Chinese cuisines, both traditional and modern, will ignite your palette with a dynastic bliss and a blazing culinary experience that will be etched on your memories forever. With that said, BTHKL always strives to serve and provide our guests with the ultimate experience, and our brand new restaurant that commemorates the celebration of Chinese New Year 2020 shall allow us to achieve that.”
To make a reservation or for further inquiries, please call Big Apple Restaurant at 03 2117 8000 (ext. 8133) or log-on to: www.berjayahotel.com/kualalumpur. You may also log into our Facebook  & Instagram : www.facebook.com/bthkl https://www.instagram.com/bthkl/

*Prices are quoted net Ringgit Malaysia inclusive of 6% GST
*Children (4 – 11 years old) / Senior citizens (60 years old and above)

Aloft Kuala Lumpur Sentral
Have a prosperous start to the Lunar New Year with Aloft Kuala Lumpur Sentral’s array of auspicious offerings on the buffet at Nook, specially created set menus for private dining at the Hotel’s function spaces or Yee Sang takeaways from 13 January to 9 February 2020.
Nook, the Hotel’s all-day dining restaurant, offers a buffet spread featuring traditional Chinese dishes with New Year favourites on the menu designed specially by the Hotel’s Chinese Junior Sous Chef, Chef Emmanuel Chang.
Nook’s buffet spread will feature a variety of dishes synonymous to the festive occasion. With three different menus available throughout the promotional period, the dishes will include Braised Chicken with Chestnut, Mushroom and Young Ginger, Fried Oat Prawn with Curry Leaves and Birds Eye Chilli, Vegetarian ‘Tau Kan’ (Bean curd skin) with ‘Fatt Choy’, Braised Bai Ling Mushroom with Dried Oysters and Vegetables, Cantonese 5-Treasure Steamed Soy Sauce Chicken, Braised Lamb with ‘Nga Ku’ Yam and Mushroom, 5Spice Braised Duck Leg with Young Ginger, Sze Chuan Style Bean Curd with Minced Beef and Eggplant, Braised Chicken Feet with Peanut, Poached Prawn with Shimeji Mushroom and Wolfberries, Village Style Steamed Red Snapper and more.
The carving station for this auspicious time of the year will offer diners the Roasted Duck with Plum Sauce and Sweet Sauce, Honey Barbeque Chicken with Chinese Black Pepper Sauce and Sesame Roasted Chicken with Plum and Ginger Sauce available on rotational basis.
Completing the dinner spread is the dessert line which feature delectable Chinese desserts including Leng Chee Kang, Chilled Honeydew Melon with Sago, Tang Yuan Ball Soup, Red Bean Tang Yuan, Steamed Red Bean Bun, Steamed Pau, Lotus Pancake, Fried Sesame Balls and Fried Nian Gao which will also be served on rotation daily on top of its regular Western and Local dessert favourites.
Nook will be setting up a DIY Yee Sang station complete with all the ingredients and sauces for guests to put together their own Yee Sang to their taste and liking. Nook’s DIY Yee Sang station will offer diners the Jelly Fish Yee Sang which will also be available for takeaway.
Nook’s Lunar New Year buffet dinner during this period is priced at RM118 nett per adult on weekdays while weekends and on the eve of the New Year the buffet will be priced at RM128 nett per adult.
The Aloft Kuala Lumpur Sentral’s Yee Sang will also be available for take-away in two sizes, Regular and Large. Diners can choose from three different types of Yee Sang, the Jelly Fish Yee Sang priced at RM108 nett for the regular portion and RM160 nett for the large portion. The Salmon Yee Sang is priced at RM130 nett for the regular portion and RM180 nett for the large portion while the Abalone and Salmon Yee Sang will be priced at RM240 nett for the regular potion and RM360 nett for the large portion.
Diners who want to opt for a traditional round table in a private setting with a set menu can do so by booking tables in the hotel’s event and function spaces. Chef Emmanuel has created three festive set menus featuring a combination of traditional and modern dishes.
The Golden Prosperity Menu is a 6-course set priced at RM1,688.00+ per table. The menu consists of the Jelly Fish Yee Sang, Classic Roasted Ginger Chicken, Cantonese-style Grouper, Enoki Buckled Assortment Mushroom and Cured Duck Barbeque Chicken Rice.
Diners looking for more variety can opt for the Auspicious 8 Menu, an 8-course set menu priced at RM1,888 .00+ per table. It features the Cordyceps Abalone Jellyfish Yee Sang, Mushroom Broth, Oven-baked Salted Seaweed Wild Chicken, Steamed Red Mullet, Wok-baked Tangerine Leaves Tiger Prawn, Northern Dumpling with Black Moss, Silver Fish Smoked Oyster Rice and Hot Sweetened Duo Rice Dumpling.
Alternatively, diners can select the Prosperous 8 Menu, another 8-course set menu priced at RM2,088.00+ per table. The menu offers the Cordyceps Salmon Yee Sang, Dark Garlic Fish Maw Broth, Preserved Radish Village Chicken, Steamed Sea Grouper, Giant Tiger Prawn with Garlic Dressing, Braised Fish Maw with White Mushroom, Premium Ebiko Roe Fried Rice and Double-boiled Passion Fruit.
For reservations and more information, call +(60) 3 2723 1188 or head over to http://www.aloftkualalumpursentral.com

Chuanxi Bazi (Sunway Velocity)

Celebrate the Year of the Rat at Chuanxi Bazi with family and friends over the restaurant’s special Chinese New Year hot pot set package meals and receive a complimentary Supreme Conqueror “Yee Sang” Dry Pot. which is the first of its kind in Malaysia! This not to be savoury concoction of seafood, meat and seasonal vegetables enveloped in our signature Chuanxi Bazi Sichuan peppercorn sauce.
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The restaurant is open at usual throughout Chinese New Year period.
To make a booking, call 03-9202 3028
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/chuanxibazimy/

Photo Credits: Respective hotels/ restaurants, various contributors, and author’s own
Cover Photo: Ti Chen at The Saujana Hotel
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Restart 2020 at Four Seasons Resort Langkawi and Four Seasons Hotel Kuala Lumpur

[Travel/ Hotel]
Four Seasons Resort Langkawi

Four Seasons Resort Langkawi is set to re-open its doors on 10 July 2020 and celebrate with a special stay offer and tailored experiences for families. Travellers can experience Pulau Langkawi with loved ones in unforgettable Four Seasons style, with the special offer available until September 2020. This special offer includes a fabulous daily breakfast along with 40 percent savings on the Bed and Breakfast Rate.
The resort featuring a mile-long stretch of pristine beach, a multi-level family pool and an intriguing rainforest next door, providing a vast open-air playground for kids and adults alike. The spacious, stylish accommodations come with indoor-outdoor relaxation areas, designed for spending quality time as a family.

Both parents and teens will love the Deluxe Family Beach Villa with two bedrooms and a private plunge pool, located just steps away from the sand. Lounge on the poolside deck while the kids splash about in the water.
Larger families can spread out in style at the Three-Bedroom Family Garden Villa, set amid lush gardens. This ultra-spacious villa comes with a 22-metre (72 foot) private pool and multiple lounging areas – ideal for groups of up to eight.
Suitable for families with young children, the Garden-View Ground Floor Pavilion offers a luxurious yet practical retreat, complete with a rollaway bed or crib. Relax in the airy bedroom while the little ones play on the private patio, set in front of a rolling lawn.
With direct beach access and an outdoor rain shower, the Partial Sea-View Ground Floor Pavilion is tailor-made for water babies. Start the morning with breakfast overlooking the Andaman Sea in the private terrace, then head down to the waves.

Explore and Discover

With the Adventure Team at hand, every experience is hassle-free and thoroughly enjoyable. As adventure expert Azfar Jaafar notes with a smile, “The secret to the fun is that we love all the activities, too!”
Mangroves & Eagles Safari – Protected by UNESCO, the mangrove jungles of Kilim Karst Geoforest Park are home to a tribe of fascinating creatures. On this private boat safari, a naturalist helps young explorers spot majestic eagles, naughty monkeys and fish that “walk.”
Rumah Ikan Fish House – Discover Langkawi’s old-school fishing methods at this traditional fish house on stilts, tucked away in a secluded spot on the Resort beach. Don’t forget to take a family selfie at sunset!
Rock Climbing & Archery – A 12-metre (40 foot) natural limestone outcrop at the Resort is perfect for rock-climbing and abseiling. Kids as young as five can scramble up and down, under the watchful eye of the Adventure Team. Teens can master the basics of using a bow and arrow at the archery range.
Malaysian Cooking – At this interactive class, the entire family learns Malaysian cooking – a unique style that brings together tongue-tingling flavours from all over Malaysia.
Water Sports – The Resort offers the complimentary use of water sports equipment: borrow kayaks, windsurfs or catamarans and get out on the water for a splashy adventure.

Kids Club

From kite flying and batik painting, to scavenger hunts and conservation lessons, the Lutong Kids Club offers an array of fun and educational activities for guests between the ages of 4 and 12. (Kids under 4 are welcome with a parent, guardian or babysitter.) While the kids are busy, parents can savour some quiet time – sip cocktails by the sea, or get a soothing massage. The Lutong Kids Club will be operating as per the health and safety guidance of the local authorities. In-villa babysitters are also available.
The health and safety of guests are paramount at Four Seasons. To offer a safe environment for guests and employees, Four Seasons properties across the globe are implementing Lead With Care, a full-scale health and safety enhancement designed in collaboration with Johns Hopkins Medicine International.
The team at Four Seasons Resort Langkawi is committed to ensuring the highest standards of health and hygiene, without compromising the quality of the guest experience.
To make a reservations, head over to https://www.fourseasons.com/langkawi/offers/restart-2020-with-four-seasons/ or contact the resort at +60 (4) 950 8888

Four Seasons Hotel Kuala Lumpur

Four Seasons Hotel Kuala Lumpur launches its new staycation package, that offers KL residents a welcome change of scene – without needing to venture far from home. While guests unwind, rejuvenate and cherish special moments with loved ones, Four Seasons will take care of everything else.
Read about my tour of the hotel here – https://timchew.net/2018/08/15/a-new-height-of-luxury-at-the-four-seasons-kuala-lumpur/
Residents of Kuala Lumpur get to enjoy 20 percent savings on the room rate, daily breakfast for two, and 15 percent savings on dining.
With floor-to-ceiling views of the city, pool or park, Four Seasons Kuala Lumpur’s airy, beautifully-appointed rooms offer a refreshing getaway. Answer emails at the work desk, read on the window-side lounger or take a restful nap on the custom Four Seasons bed. The Pool Garden-View Room features views of the tropical pool terrace, while the Premier Park-View Room overlooks the lush greenery of KLCC Park.
For a true “home away from home” experience, reserve one of the stylish, light-filled suites. With separate sleeping, living and dining areas, these generously-sized accommodations have the space and privacy that matter most for families.
To make a reservation, head over to https://www.fourseasons.com/kualalumpur/offers/restart-2020-with-four-seasons/ or email res.kualalumpur@fourseasons.com for more information.

Diners at Four Seasons Hotel Kuala Lumpur can travel around the world through tastes and flavours at Curate which is open all day for a la carte dining. Curate presents an array of international specialties in a safe and hygienic environment, from authentic pastas and crafted burgers to gourmet dim sum and festive Malaysian delights.
As Executive Chef Junious Dickerson notes, “We’re taking our guests on an exciting culinary adventure, right here in the heart of Kuala Lumpur.”

Spa Packages
Guests can pre-buy savings vouchers for treatments at the Spa and personal training sessions at the gym, available for redemption as per health and safety guidance of the local authorities. Revitalise skin and ease muscle tension with bespoke Spa treatments with experienced and caring Four Seasons therapists.
Package 1: Any three 90-minute facial treatments, with one complimentary 90-minute massage (MYR 1519 nett)
Package 2: Any five 90-minute body massages, with two complimentary 90-minute massages sessions (MYR 2199 nett)
Package 3: Five Sport Remedial/Deep Tissue massages and five personal training sessions, with two complimentary personal training sessions (MYR 2579 nett)

Fitness Packages
Achieve personal fitness goals through one-on-one sessions with certified trainers. Workouts can also be arranged at an approved outdoor venue without any additional charges.
Package 1: Four one-hour personal training sessions (MYR 450 nett)
Package 2: Six one-hour personal training sessions (MYR 600 nett)
Package 3: Thirteen one-hour personal training sessions (MYR 1050 nett)
All packages come with a 20 percent savings on food and beverages (excluding alcohol) and all-day access to the pool and other facilities, including the steam, sauna and shower rooms. Valid for six months (fitness packages) and one year (spa packages) from purchase.
Email spa.kualalumpur@fourseasons.com for more information.

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Top Premium Restaurants in Kuala Lumpur and Petaling Jaya Open for Dine-In (October to December 2021)

[Special Featue]
List of restaurants to visit for dine-in from October to December 2021. List will be updated as more information becomes available.
Kuala Lumpur
Chynna @ Hilton Kuala Lumpur (Sentral)Yun House @ Four Seasons Hotel Kuala LumpurBlonde @ Republik Damansara Heights
Petaling Jaya
Gooddam

This feature is presented by The Macallan

The Macallan has released Double Cask 15 Years Old and Double Cask 18 Years Old to expand their highly successful range, which demonstrates The Macallan’s enduring desire to go beyond the ordinary to create peerless single malts.
First introduced in 2016 with The Macallan Double Cask 12 Years Old, the collection is formed from a harmonious union of American and European oak sherry seasoned casks. Together they combine to create a wonderfully balanced single malt Scotch whisky with a distinctive warm character that is punctuated with a contemporary soft sweetness.
Double Cask tells the story of a journey which brings together two different worlds. The voyage begins in the vast green forests of northern Spain and the French Pyrenees, where The Macallan sources its European oak. New oak from the lush forests of Ohio, Missouri and Kentucky in America is also transported thousands of miles to Spain, where both types of oak are hand crafted into casks that are filled with sherry.
Once seasoned, the casks are shipped to The Macallan Estate on Speyside where they are filled with new-make spirit. Following years of aging, The Macallan’s Whisky Mastery Team use their skill and expertise to select the best balance of spirit from both the American and European oak sherry seasoned casks to create Double Cask.
The result is a truly lovely partnership, with the sherry seasoned American oak imparting delicate flavours of vanilla, while the European oak delivers the subtle and unmistakable spice and classic style of The Macallan.

The incredible wood journey which underpins Double Cask was recently showcased by a collaboration with iconic Magnum photographer Steve McCurry, who travelled across continents to witness The Macallan’s decisive story unfold. His exclusive photographic journal documents the people, places, skills and processes involved in the production of The Macallan’s exceptional oak casks.
The new expressions add to the existing Double Cask range, which lies at the heart of The Macallan’s portfolio of single malts. Displaying a golden butterscotch hue, The Macallan Double Cask 15 Years Old imparts aromas of dried fruit, toffee and vanilla, and delivers a warming finish with a creamy mouthfeel.
The Macallan Double Cask 18 Years Old has a rich amber honey tone, and imparts notes of dried fruits, ginger and toffee. A warm oak spice finish is balanced by citrus flavours of sweet orange.
Kirsteen Campbell, Master Whisky Maker, The Macallan, said: “Bringing together American and European oak sherry seasoned casks to achieve the perfect balance of flavours is incredibly exciting for the Whisky Mastery Team, and we are proud to offer two new expressions to this distinctive range for The Macallan Double Cask fans to explore.
“With Double Cask 15 Years Old, the delicate and indulgent flavours of American oak including honey, citrus and chocolate balance The Macallan’s more traditional characteristics of rich fruits, sherry and wood spice. The Macallan Double Cask 18 Years Old offers slightly more complexity, with rich raisin and sultana subtly balanced by warming oak spice.
The Macallan Double Cask range will be available in The Macallan E-Boutique, premium bars and retailers from October 2020.
For further information, head over to https://www.themacallan.com/en-my

Chynna @ Hilton Kuala Lumpur

Chynna (Chinese restaurant) at Hilton Kuala Lumpur (Sentral) welcomes back diners for their new dining concept which brings together a well-curated decadent dining experience and selection of delectable dishes. Aptly named “Ultimate Signature Feast”, the 5-course spread which includes seafood, poultry, and vegetable specials along with Chinese desserts is now available for a limited time for dine-in meals at Chynna.
Chynna features a warm ambience, decor with classic oriental details and a traditional Chinese herbal apothecary, as well as private rooms for intimate gatherings. The open dim sum kitchen and ancient regal dining area exude the charm of modern Cantonese and Shanghainese culture, as reflected in the cuisine and culinary creations.
As part of the Ultimate Signature Feast set menu, you will get the Four Combination Signature Platter, consisting of Chynna’s most famous signature dishes. Indulge in the creamy succulent Buttermilk Prawns, coated in crispy batter, topped with rich, buttery sauce, and garnished with egg flakes and scented curry leaves. For poultry, the Honey Glazed Chicken with Crispy Ginger and Black Pepper Chicken are an elevated take on the humble white meat, each finished with a flavourful sauce to add depth and character. The Asparagus with Scallop in XO Sauce sees a juicy and plump scallop topped with a Hong Kong-style spicy seafood sauce. (Ed – Add on a bowl of white rice if you’re a big eater, but I must mention that I was full without additional white rice).
Next up is the Assorted Seafood Soup with Blended Mint that’s both heart-warming and refreshing. The Simmered Vegetables with Egg White and Watermelon gives a light contrast to the deeper, richer flavours of other dishes, while the hearty and flavourful Wok-Seared Fresh Water Prawns with Homemade Egg Drop, Chili Sauce and Egg Fried Rice is a really impressive main, exploding with flavour!
End on a sweet note with the Coral Weed Jelly with Wolfberry and Musang King Durian Mochi.
Available exclusively for dine-in, the Ultimate Signature Feast is available from now until 31 October 2021 and reservations are required. Each set is priced at RM388 nett per person with a minimum order for two (2) persons.
You can enjoy a 40% Welcome Back discount for pre-bookings made 48 hours in advance for dinner service.
For reservations or more information, call +603 2264 2264, email KULHI_FB@hilton.com or head over to eatdrinkhilton.com

Yun House at Four Seasons Hotel Kuala Lumpur

Four Seasons Hotel Kuala Lumpur is delighted to introduce Yun House with a reinvented look-and-feel that’s hip, fresh and designed for Instagram reels, different from the staid atmosphere of high-end Chinese restaurants, especially those that are housed in luxury hotels.
“We wanted to offer our guests a refreshing alternative, an exciting spot to meet and celebrate with family and friends,” explains Executive Chinese Chef Jimmy Wong, who has spent the last few months with his team devising novel ways to present much-loved specialties. “We’ve updated an array of traditional Cantonese recipes with tons of fun and flair. Look out for the little surprises and whimsical touches!”
A peppy, playful aesthetic complements the dining experience at Yun House, where signature dishes like the popular Peking Duck, the authentic Bean Curd Roll or the luxe Lobster + Truffle, dishes are plated in a chic and quirky fashion.
Also on the menu are #FSKLFlavourBomb dishes – delectable treats packed with tongue-tickling flavours and ingredients like the Charcoal Lava Bun, Chicken on Ice, and Cereal Eggplant.
“We were inspired by carpe diem, a Latin phrase meaning ‘seize the day,’” says Restaurant Manager Pauline Chan with a smile. “Sharing a meal offers a precious opportunity to make new memories with your favourite people. At Yun House, we’re all about creating special moments filled with delight and wonder.”
Expect warm and friendly service as skilful servers unveil signature dishes with panache and put finishing touches right at the table, framed by beautiful backdrops of KLCC Park and the restaurant’s vibrant floral wall.
Bartender Kah Hong Choo – known as Jerry – mixes up modern cocktails and mocktails, from light summer coolers, a Canton-inspired concoction or simply a classic cocktail. Jerry delivers it in his inimitable style – with a touch of drama, and a splash of colour.
Gatherings at Yun House promise to be more delicious, lively and photogenic than ever before. “We can’t wait to welcome our guests back!” says Chef Jimmy, eyes sparkling with enthusiasm. “There’s so much that’s new to discover, share and celebrate.”
For more info or to make a reservation, head over to https://www.fourseasons.com/kualalumpur/

Blonde @ Republik Damansara Heights

Blonde is a Halal progressive Australian cuisine restaurant located in the gastronomic hub of Republik Damansara Heights, Kuala Lumpur. Blonde is part of the Serai Group of restaurants – a family-run group that started in 1990 which has over 10 restaurants up-to-date within Klang Valley.
The menu at Blonde was curated by Serai Group’s Chef Najib who took the best of modern, Australian-style cuisine and combined it with an Asian and Malaysian twist – drawing inspiration from his time in Melbourne while staying true to his local roots.
The menu features fusion dishes consisting of breakfast staples, while the lunch and dinner menus include a variety of appetisers, pastas, pizzas, steak, mains and of course desserts. The menu is halal and the restaurant does not serve alcohol which makes it suitable for Muslim diners. They do have some interesting mocktails though that goes well with the food, and the establishment also prides itself on serving quality coffee. (If you’re looking for alcohol, there are a variety of outlets at Republik Damansara that you can visit after/ before your meal at Blonde.)
It is a younger millennial/ Gen Z female’s dream restaurant. The minimalist interior is chic and contemporary (and very tasteful), decked out in pastel colours of pink, green and gold. Large windows let in the natural light during the daytime which is wonderful for selfies and photos.
Reason to visit: Highly Instagrammable restaurant that serves halal food, located in upmarket Damansara Heights, Kuala Lumpur
Blonde is located at G.03A, Republik, Jalan Medan Setia, Bukit Damansara, 50490 Kuala Lumpur
Website: https://seraigroup.com.my/blonde/

Gooddam

Gooddam is a modern, Italian-inspired, and local-driven restaurant located at The Hub in SS2, Petaling Jaya. The cuisine at Gooddam takes inspiration particularly from the Piedmont region of Italy, although you’ll find that famous dishes from other regions of Italy occasionally do make an appearance on their menu which changes according to season.
The kitchen is helmed by Chef Daniel Yap, who studied culinary at the ALMA International School of Italian Cuisine in Parma after which he worked as a chef in restaurants in Piedmont, Italy, while the front of house is run by partner Miki Lie who also has many years of experience in the restaurant industry.
The restaurant strives to use every single part of the ingredients, keeping sustainability of the environment in mind. For example, the duck carcasses are roasted to make a consommé for the Cappelletti.
Locally sourced high-quality ingredients are also used, like tomatoes from Cameron Highlands, Sarawak black pepper, local honey called “Kelulut” sourced from the wild farms in Borneo Sabah, and more.
Gooddam is not your typical Italian restaurant. You won’t find pizzas or normal pastas here. The dishes are lovingly created from specially curated ingredients, and are designed to satisfy the palate, and evoke discussion among diners. No one-dimensional dishes here, only well-presented and pretty dishes that good conversation pieces, and also serve as attractive content for Instagram posts.
Watch the chefs in action in the open kitchen, while you have a few pre-dinner drinks. You can pair your meal with the wines, although I think that ordering a bottle (or 2!) is also a good option especially since the wines start from RM150 per bottle.
Reason to visit: Gem of a premium dining restaurant in Petaling Jaya with reasonable pricing and a cosy interior that’s ideal for dates or intimate gatherings.
Gooddam is located at B-G-07 The HUB SS2, Jalan Harapan, Seksyen 19, Petaling Jaya 46300, Selangor, Malaysia
Website: https://www.gooddam.com/

BONUS
Chez Gaston by Rendez-Vous

Chez Gaston by Rendez-Vous is a traditional French restaurant and bar located just a few minutes from the bustling Telawi streets and one (1) minute from the Bangsar LRT station.
The bistro’s concept is to provide authentic and affordable French cuisine while offering a laid-back atmosphere in which to truly relax and enjoy great food and drinks with family and friends. The bistro is helmed by Chef Florian Nigen whose family ran a well-known restaurant in Bretagne in France for 30 years. He puts all his knowledge, experience, and passion into preparing the wide selection of typical French meaty and seafood dishes along with delicious French desserts.
On the menu are popular French beverages, spirits, alcoholic and non-alcoholic cocktails, an extensive wine list, cold cut platters, hearty French dishes, and decadent desserts!
Reason to visit: “Hidden” French bistro in Bangsar that’s very popular with the expatriate community as they provide authentic French fare at affordable prices. If you’ve always wanted to try French cuisine but have not because of the pricing, Chez Gaston is a good place for you to begin your adventure. Ask Chef Florian to recommend some dishes if you’re unsure what to order.
Chez Gaston KL by Rendez-Vous is located at:
12, Jalan Bangsar Utama 9, 59000 Bangsar, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/chezgastonkl/
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BMW Group Malaysia Unveils the BMW Concept X7 iPerformance

[Automotive News]

Remember when Tom Cruise drove the BMW Vision EfficientDynamics electric concept car in Mission Impossible: Ghost Protocol back in 2011? That concept car ended up as base for BMW’s i8 hybrid-electric vehicle which saw production in 2014, and is today one of the most iconic electric vehicles on the road.
Fast forward to 18 July 2018, where BMW Group Malaysia unveiled the BMW Concept X7 iPerformance at Bangsar Shopping Centre in Kuala Lumpur – a vehicle billed to be the brand’s new icon that exemplifies the brand’s new definition of visionary mobility and progressive luxury. BMW’s Concept Vehicles are a demonstration of the BMW Group’s new take on the luxury segment which encapsulates the brand’s modern understanding of visionary mobility and progressive luxury.
Following the launch, the BMW Concept X7 iPerformance was showcased at the mall from 18 July 2018 to 22 July 2018 during the BMW X Range Roadshow, giving consumers and fans a glimpse into the future of automobiles.
The BMW Concept X7 iPerformance’s debut in Malaysia comes hot on the heels of the success of BMW Group Malaysia in the first half of 2018. With a delivery of over 6,400 vehicles, the company recorded an impressive 11% of growth compared to the same period last year, bucking the trend of the rather depressed local market of late. BMW charted an 11% increase having delivered over 5,300 cars to new BMW owners in the first half of 2018 compared to the first half of last year. Likewise, MINI grew significantly by 18% with a delivery of over 550 MINIs, while BMW Motorrad also enjoyed a rise of 8% with over 540 new owners.
The success in Malaysia echoes that of the BMW Group worldwide which saw a 35th consecutive quarter of sales growth with its best-ever first-half-year sales with a total of 1,242,507 BMW, MINI and Rolls-Royce vehicles delivered to customers. Additionally, year-to-date deliveries of electrified BMW and MINI vehicles totalled 60,660.

Mr. Harald Hoelzl, Managing Director and CEO of BMW Group Malaysia said, “Luxury has a whole new meaning. At BMW, we understand this as the ability to have time for you, for other people, and for other things. Luxury is the ability to define an experience. This new luxury was first unveiled at the BMW Luxury Excellence Pavilion through the BMW Concept 8 Series early this year. Now, we are proud to once again share this vision of progressive luxury through the BMW Concept X7 iPerformance.”

Locally, BMW Group Malaysia’s portfolio of Plug-In Hybrid deliveries in Malaysia now accounts for more than half of the total vehicle deliveries at 56% with over 3,200 new owners, which is great news for the environment as the hybrid vehicles have less of a carbon footprint than conventional automobiles.
“The progressive take on luxury is closely linked to the number 7 in the BMW model scheme. The BMW 7 Series luxury saloon has served as a paragon of exclusive driving pleasure for over 40 years now. Game-changing innovations, benchmarking comfort and contemporary design and dynamics mark out its progressive character in the current family of luxury BMWs. Taking it a level higher is the BMW Concept X7 iPerformance which introduces the BMW Sports Activity Vehicle DNA into the luxury segment,” Harald added.

The BMW Concept X7 iPerformance features a striking exterior composed of intently focused lines, combined with a six-person interior pared down to the essentials: elementary forms, high-class materials and a state-of-the-art infotainment system brimming with connectivity. The ‘iPerformance’ badge denotes the presence of the ground-breaking BMW eDrive technology coupled with a BMW TwinPower Turbo petrol engine to create an exceptionally efficient and dynamic plug-in hybrid powertrain that can also run with zero local emissions.
The status of the BMW Concept X7 iPerformance as luxury-class BMW Sports Activity Vehicle (SAV) is instantly apparent. The BMW SAV design language is infused in the exterior with understated use of form and incredibly precise lines, adding an air of finesse and extreme agility to the considerable size and grand proportions of the car.
The prominent feature on the front-end is the striking vertical kidney grille, the unmistakable BMW signature. The grille frame and bars are single-piece and solid in design. The eye-catching grille and air inlets give form to a strong visual statement, with gleaming edges and matte surfaces bringing out contrasts that add nuance to the grandeur of the design language.
The upper sections of the slim, elongated twin headlights with BMW laser light link to the large kidney grille. A blue X signature in BMW laser light provides a confident pointer to the BMW Concept X7 iPerformance’s membership of the BMW SAV family. A prominent bar extends across the full width of the front apron in its lower section, before rising vertically to frame the outer air intakes at their upper edge.
The exclusive exterior colour shade Manhattan metallic immerses the car’s surfaces and forms in a dark olive-bronze that highlights the confident styling of the flanks with sophisticated flair.
The car’s vertical aero lips as well as subtle, body-coloured under guard form a striking frame for the rear. The silhouette is punctuated with slim rear lights with its sharp three-dimensional L shape, and a classy connecting chrome bar, which bring a technical, high-quality aspect to the rear. Between the wheel arches, the rear apron with practical tailgate opening provides a strong platform for the rear structure. The BMW Concept X7 iPerformance’s plug-in hybrid identity is also alluded to by the absence of tailpipe embellishers.

The interior of the BMW Concept X7 iPerformance is immensely spacious, providing comfort with highly exclusive, sophisticated ambience. The large panoramic roof provides a remarkable amount of room above the occupants’ heads which is great for taller persons like myself.
The six amply proportioned seats are arranged in three rows, and four of them have an exclusive individual design. The second row allows smooth access to the third row, and the slender seat base provides generous legroom for the passengers behind. The glass panoramic roof turns the cabin into a light and airy space, with the attachment between the panoramic roof and body extending comfortably to the rear of the second row of seats in the form of a Y structure. This means the passengers in the centre row experience the same sensation of freedom and lightness as those in the front.
The dark, Olive-Bronze leather – with discreet gold pigmentation – covering the seat bolsters carries the air of exclusivity, while the Smoke White leather adorning the remainder of the seats provides an intriguing contrast. The shell-like backs of the individual seats are likewise trimmed in leather and serve to enhance the high-class, contemporary ambience.
The selective use of open-pore ash in a dark-stained, matte finish sets the seal on the natural material experience. Matte and polished aluminium elements have likewise been carefully incorporated to further accentuate elegance.

The new BMW design language, featuring amply-sized surfaces and clear edges, gives the instrument panel a “reduced to the essentials”, modern aesthetic. The 12.3-inch instrument cluster screen and central touchscreen information display are located at close quarters to one another, for a continuous and sophisticated display. A new operating concept allows interactive use of the two displays. Below them, in the centre stack and centre console, the grouping of functions within the clean and tautly chiselled surfaces underscores the minimalist approach. Partially backlit crystal glass in the dark Silver Night shade lends sophisticated flourishes to control elements like the selector lever, iDrive Controller and multifunction buttons on the steering wheel.
State-of-the-art infotainment is intuitively accessible to second-row passengers at their fingertips through the rear-seat touch screens as well. Digital connectivity as a premium form of progressive luxury is fully realised by BMW Connected, which makes seamless infotainment integration possible between the front row and second row. For example, passengers here have access to highly personalised, digital services such as their choice of infotainment or office content, with which they can make their journey more comfortable, more entertaining or more productive.
Content can even be shared with others on board. For instance, they can send a track to the car’s music system by touch gesture, forward an interesting article to the next-door display for the person sitting beside them to read, or transfer an address from their email directly to the car’s navigation system. Interactive LED choreography via the doors and instrument panel traces the communication flow between the rear screens and the display at the front of the cabin.
The forthcoming BMW X7 forms part of the largest model in the premium automaker’s history and is slated for launch in 2019.
For more info, head over to https://www.bmw.com.my/
Visuals courtesy of BMW Malaysia.
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Maserati Quattroporte 2013 Launch

[Automotive]

NAZA Italia launched the new Maserati Quattroporte with a ceremony at the Maserati showroom in Petaling Jaya, Selangor on 5 December 2013 which was attended by Mr. Gaetano G Marino, Regional Director South East Asia & Pacific, Maserati Asia Pacific, Yg. Bhg. Datuk Maruan Mohd Said, Senior Vice President, Corporate Strategic Investment Division, NAZA World, En. Wan Ahmad, General Manager, NAZA Italia Sdn Bhd, and of Datuk Wira SM Faisal, Joint Group Executive Chairman of NAZA Group of Companies
In his official speech during the launch, Dato Wira SM Faizal shared that NAZA Italia Sdn Bhd ensures that their customers will receive only top-of-the-line customer service to match the legendary performance, technology, and sophistication of their cars. There was an overwhelming response received by NAZA Italia since its appointment as Maserati importer and distributor in 2009, which prompted the company to establish the flagship showroom and state-of-the-art sales, service & spare parts centre in Petaling Jaya to better serve the Maserati car owners.

Miss Universe Malaysia 2013 Carey Ng was one of the guest of honour at the launch.

The pretty Julie Woon was the MC for the event. (click on the photos above to open a larger version)
The flagship of the Maserati Quattroporte range, the Quattroporte GTS, is powered by a 390kW (530Hp) 3.8-litre V8 Twin Turbo engine and has a top speed of 307km/h making it the fastest four-door Maserati ever built, while there is also a  Twin Turbo 3.0-litre V6 model which utilizes much of the Twin Turbo V8’s already-proven technology; including its variable valve timing, its valve drive system and its direct fuel injection.
The V6 engine delivers 301kW (410Hp) of power and 550Nm of torque which propels the Quattroporte V6 to 100km/h in less than five seconds and on to a top speed of 285km/h.
Maserati engineers have refined the Quattroporte’s design with technology that’s revolutionary for the luxury sedan segment in order to develop a car capable of fitting different powertrain architectures and transmission configurations to diverse driving conditions, whilst always maintaining Maserati’s trademark ‘limousine’ comfort.
The sixth-generation Quattroporte was engineered to carry both V6 and V8 engines, helping it to set the high-technology tone for Maserati’s upcoming Ghibli and Levante while remaining faithful to Maserati’s long history in luxury sports sedans. Accommodating the two potent engines and the large, spacious, luxuriously appointed cabin remain at the core of the Quattroporte’s design, which is dominated by its long, powerful nose. Its concave Trident grille also provides a clear link to both the outgoing Quattroporte and the current GranTurismo.
Boththe V8 and the V6 engines were designed by Maserati Powertrain in conjunction with Ferrari Powertrain and assembled by Ferrari at Maranello, and are mated to an eight-speed automatic transmission to deliver their performance and it provides seamless comfort with fast gearshift for hard acceleration.
The Quattroporte’s all-new architecture retains its traditionally exquisite handling with all of its engines thanks to its perfectly balanced weight distribution, a double-wishbone front suspension and a state-of-the-art five-link rear suspension. It can now deliver the added security and all-weather assurance of all-wheel drive as well.
It also delivers new standards in quality in every area from design, development, fabrication and process controls. It is produced in a new plant that combines Maserati’s traditions of craftsmanship with cutting-edge technologies that are able to guarantee outstanding quality by controlling even the tiniest details.
Traditional hand crafted detailing continues in the Quattroporte’s cabin, and this has been added to with even more interior space in all seats and both four and five-seat layouts. Cabin luxury leaps forward technically, too, with features like the Poltrona Frau® premium quality fine grain extended leather interior upholstery, Alcantara® Headlining, Maserati Touch Control screen including Navigation, reversing camera, radio, CD/DVD audio/video player, Bluetooth compatibility with most modern mobile phone systems, Apple Chip, USB with Aux-in, INOX Sport pedals, 15-speaker Bowers & Wilkins audio system – standard for V8 and optional for V6, as well as optional WLAN-based WiFi.
With the original Quattroporte in 1963, Maserati invented the concept of the luxury sports sedan and the new Quattroporte continues to be the benchmark for high quality engineering, supercar performance and limousine comfort.
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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

MASERATI QUATTROPORTE S
ENGINE
Number of cylinders and layout                      V6 60°
 Displacement                                                  2979 cm³
 Bore                                                               86.5 mm
 Stroke                                                              84.5 mm
Transmission                                                  Automatic 8 gears
Compression ratio                                          9.7:1
Max. power output                                           301 kW (410HP)
 Engine speed at max. power output               5500 rpm
Peak torque                                                     550 Nm
Engine speed at peak torque                          1750 – 5000 rpm

DIMENSIONS & WEIGHT
Length                                                             5262 mm
 Width (with side mirrors)                                2100 mm
Width (without side mirrors)                           1948 mm
 Height                                                              1481 mm
 Wheelbase                                                      3171 mm
 Front track                                                       1634 mm
 Rear track                                                       1647 mm
 Front overhang                                                            968 mm
 Rear overhang                                                            1123 mm
 Turning circle                                                  11.8 m
 Boot capacity                                                  530 l
Fuel tank capacity                                           80 l
Dry weight                                                       1760
Vehicle weight                                                 1860

TYRES
Front                                                                245/45 R 19
 Rear                                                                275/49 R 19

PERFORMANCE
Maximum speed                                             285km/h
0-100 km/h                                                      5.1 sec

CONSUMPTION & EMISSIONS
Fuel consumption (combined cycle)              10.5 l/100 km
Fuel consumption (urban cycle)                     15.3 l/100km
Fuel consumption (extra urban cycle)                        7.07 l/100km
CO2 emissions (combined cycle)                  244g/km

MASERATI QUATTROPORTE GTS
ENGINE
Number of cylinders and layout                      V8 90°
 Displacement                                                  3799 cm³
 Bore                                                               86.5 mm
 Stroke                                                              80.8 mm
Compression ratio                                          9.5:1
Max. power output                                           390 kW (530HP)
 Engine speed at max. power output               6500 rpm
Peak torque                                                     710 Nm in overboost (650 Nm)
Engine speed at peak torque                          2250 rpm in overboost (2000 rpm)

DIMENSIONS & WEIGHT
Length                                                             5262 mm
 Width (with side mirrors)                                2100 mm
Width (without side mirrors)                           1948 mm
 Height                                                              1481 mm
 Wheelbase                                                      3171 mm
 Front track                                                       1634 mm
 Rear track                                                       1647 mm
 Front overhang                                                            968 mm
 Rear overhang                                                            1123 mm
 Boot capacity                                                  530 l
Fuel tank capacity                                           80 l
Kerb weight                                                     1900 kg
Weight distribution                                          50% front; 50% rear

TYRES
Front                                                                245/40 R 20
 Rear                                                                285/35 R 20

PERFORMANCE
Top speed                                                       307km/h
0-100 km/h                                                      4.7 sec

CONSUMPTION & EMISSIONS
Fuel consumption (combined cycle)              11.8 l/100 km
Fuel consumption (urban cycle)                     17.4 l/100km
Fuel consumption (extra urban cycle)            8.5 l/100km
CO2 emissions (combined cycle)                  274g/km

The new Quattroporte V8 is available at the introductory price of RM 1,138,800.00 while the V6 is offered at RM898,800.00.
For more information on MASERATI QUATTROPORTE head over to www.maseratidealers.com/naza-italia or www.facebook.com/nazaitalia
Photo credits: Naza Italia, Andy Kho Photography (www.andykho.com) and author’s own

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Editor’s Note – December 2018

[Editor’s Note]
A La Carte Buffet Dinner at Grand Millennium Kuala Lumpur Hotel
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Being quite a conservationist and environmentalist, I really hate wastage. Hotel especially have a huge amount of waste generated by the leftovers from buffets as not many are willing to donate the leftovers to orphanages/ shelters for fear of it being contaminated and thus adversely affecting the reputation of the hotel.
Therefore I’m really happy when I heard that the Grand Millennium Kuala Lumpur has come up with a brand new a la carte buffet concept in line with their value to minimise food wastage.
Instead of chafers, food pans and pots containing a large amount of food in the buffet line, there are display portions of the various dishes available and you simply need to pin your table number to the corresponding dish that you’d like to savour. The chefs then whip up your order and it is promptly delivered straight from the kitchen ensuring your soup is piping hot, protein fresh from the grill and mains fresh from the kitchen top!
With over 60 international and Asian delights available, there’s really a lot to choose from. Look out for the special Indian corner which is led by Indian food specialist chef Makhan Singh from New Delhi, and the French corner by Executive Chef, Laurent Lherisson who hails from the small town of Nice in France.
Chef Makhan pays attention to the finer details to bring out the best in Indian cooking with a focus on core Indian spices. Some of his notable dishes are his freshly made chicken tandoori, naan and poppadum with mint chutney, briyani rice, butter chicken masala, palak paneer, lamb kebab and more.
There’s also an array of western favourites from Chef Laurent and enjoy our garlic prawn, rib eye steak with mushroom and truffle sauce, duck confit on braised red cabbage and apple, seared slipper lobster, beef stew with Dijon mustard, mussel “Mariniere” with french fries and more.
Clip & Eat is available every Sunday to Thursday between 7:00 pm and 10:00 pm at The Mill Café, Level 1 of Grand Millennium Kuala Lumpur. Priced at RM 128.00 nett per person, reservations or enquiries can be made at +60 3 2117 4163 or mill@millenniumhotels.com.

 My partner in crime for the night!
 Take a walk along the buffet line and pin your table number to the dishes that you want to eat
 Ribeye – I requested mine medium rare and they cooked it to a nice pink medium rare!
 Vivian couldn’t get enough of the mussels in tomato!
 I actually liked the potato au gratin!
 You can order as many plates of fresh oysters as you want! But please don’t be greedy!

 The food arrived in just a few minutes!
 Girls and desserts…

 Thanks for having us!

Very Affordable Set Lunch at La Cave Bangsar Baru
 Mikasa with Florian who’s one of the owners of La Cave

Mikasa and I recently headed over to La Cave (translated to English as “The Cave”) in the bustling Telawi area in Bangsar Baru, Kuala Lumpur to try out the La Cave Express Set Lunch Menu. The set lunch comes with free coffee, tea, ice lemon tea, coke or sprite or you can top up RM5 for a glass of house wine.
The whole idea behind this very affordable set lunch is to provide working people around the Bangsar area a decent place to have lunch with air conditioning, good ambience and good vibe included.
The La Cave Express Set Lunch Menu is available everyday except Mondays and weekends, from 11.30am to 2.30pm.

Pot Oufev Beef with home made mash potatoes and hearty salad – RM29.90
Really tender and flavourful slow-cooked beef accompanied with mash potatoes and a side salad. Good for those who like a very hearty lunch! My suggestion is to top up RM5.00 and have a nice glass of house red wine to go with this!

Rosemary Lemon Roast Chicken with roasted potatoes and hearty salad – RM19.90
The chicken was really juicy and well seasoned! Yet another very hearty and tasty dish without breaking the bank!

La Cave Chicken Rice with curry – RM9.90
Simple and straightforward dish of curry chicken with rice!

We also tried some desserts (which are NOT part of the set lunch menu) after lunch and this very rich chocolate pudding is simply heavenly!

La Cave is located at:
7, Jalan Telawi 5,
Bangsar Baru,
59100 Kuala Lumpur,
Malaysia.

Telephone: +603-2201 1884
Website: https://www.lacavekl.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WineBarKL/

 Thanks for having us!

Lunch at Tapas Bar, Pavilion Kuala Lumpur

Recently tried out the Tapas Bar in Pavilion Kuala Lumpur which is located up in the Dining Loft which has a bunch of mostly non-halal restaurants. I’ve been wanting to try the Tapas Bar ever since I spotted it during one of my recent trips to Pavilion Kuala Lumpur where I had happy hour at Pigs & Wolf located at the Dining Loft which has some really awesome happy hour deals for drinks!
Now as I do get to enjoy rather premium dining on quite a regular basis thanks to my work, I prefer not to spend too much money on dining and thus I use some food apps to get some very good deals when dining outside (yes yes I know I’m quite frugal!).

 Pan Contomate – Homemade Bread with Tomato – RM15
 Souppa Castellana – Housemade Spanish soup with panchetta – RM19.00
 Tortilla de Patatas – Spanish Omelette – RM19.00
 Iberico Pork Skewers – incredibly good! Currently a special item of the month however I’m really hoping that they will put this one on the regular menu.
 Squid stuffed with pork! Also very delicious!
 Churros con Chocolate – Traditional churros with hot chocolate – RM20 – Wonderful and crispy with a lovely dark chocolate dipping sauce! A must have at any authentic Spanish restaurant!

How About Some Togetherness and Harmony Among Malaysians?
Lately there’s so much racial/ religious hatred and division drummed up by extremist parties that it really breaks my heart. For 10 years, I fought against corruption and abuse of power in my beloved country, while more and more of my friends gave up and left for greener pastures in the West.
It is indeed saddening to see citizens fall for these types of negative rhetoric, designed to pit Malaysians against Malaysians in a desperate attempt to distract from the pertinent issues like corruption and accountability.
This holiday season, let’s remember that we all are brothers and sisters in the same ship so let’s not cut off our nose to spite our face. Civil war would only destroy the entire country and no one wins. Only by working together, and embracing our diversity as our strength can we move forward and prosper as one nation.
I would like to take this opportunity to wish all those celebrating Christmas a very Merry Christmas and to everyone else – Happy Holidays and Happy New Year!
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Vertu Boutique Launch at Pavilion

[preview. Full post coming soon]

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GUESS Timepieces – Blue Collection

[Fashion]

The colour blue has been the mainstay of fashion and style for a long time. This timeless colour is popular in the world of apparel, and constantly appears on runways of fashion. It easily pairs with the deeper tones seen in Fall, and also adds an attractive contrast to a lighter toned ensembles in the Spring; giving consumers who invest in a blue accessory lots of versatility.
Always at the forefront of fashion, GUESS continues to create its watches with a unique blue tone that has been developed exclusively for the bran, offering new easy-to-match, eye-catching wrist accessories. The unique blue tone is exclusive to GUESS and no other fashion watch brand has the exact same blue.
The Blue watches have designs for both men and ladies and are dynamic and denim friendly, pairing easily with a variety of tones including Rose Gold, Silver, White, Gun Metal, etc. etc. The new collection also includes the trend of Camo and military inspired designs with the new BLUE camo series.
Blue styles are created in a variety of ways in the GUESS Watch collection including dial details, nylon straps, denim straps (which are iconic to the GUESS brand), special thermo pattern technology, and smooth and textured silicone straps.
For ladies, the new collection pairs easily with many different types of looks be it casual or formal, and will be the accessory that will garner attention and accentuate your look. Create a bold statement with the denim straps, or opt for a more stylish approach with the steel bracelet, there’s a GUESS Blue timepiece for every occasion!
For men – Blue is and will always be a strong and meaningful colour story in men’s fashions. From denim to accessories, guys feel confident wearing blue. This season GUESS has a variety of timepieces for men, even one that combines its unique blue shade with unpredictable combinations of rose gold and honey brown leathers.

 GUESS Watches – Blue Debut Rigor Mini Sunrise – Brilliant, Bold, and Breathtaking
Sometimes you just want a watch that’s both sporty and elegant and that where the new GUESS Watches – Blue Debut Rigor Mini Sunrise comes in. The watch features a new clean chronograph-look, and is coloured in GUESS’s brilliant blue hue from bracelet to bezel, accommodating a variety of wrist sizes with its mid-size case.
The dial has Roman numeral markers that adds depth and some class to the sea of blue, and is complemented by the sleek shine created by the polished blue IP plating. This one-of-a-kind timepiece is subtly stylish and sporty and is sure to garner lots of attention from your very jealous friends!
For the guys, the Blue Debut Rigor Mini Sunrise utilises the RIGOR silhouette, and features a combination of brushed and polished finishes on both the case and bracelet that just oozes class. The masculine case with screw details comes with an etched top ring and oversized textured crown surround the carbon fibre-inspired multifunction dial. To prove that sometimes form and function can go hand in hand, the display also features the day and date, useful for every male. The combination of textures, treatments and distinguishing blue colour will definitely grab the attention of the opposite sex and make you the envy of your fellow men.

GUESS Watches – Blue Print Rigor Jet Setter Series
The RIGOR range is inspired by GUESS’s signature style, and the watches feature industrial-styled screw details on a silver tone case and a unique etched top ring in polished rose gold tone. As denim never goes out of style and is a mainstay of chic casual wear, the ladies timepiece comes with a strap of denim backed with comfortable genuine leather and a pop of white stitching to give some highlights.
The multifunction dial features a denim-inspired design, and a small amount of glitz on the top ring and dial, to give the wearer just the right amount of bling to be noticed, but not too much as to be gaudy.
For the males, GUESS’s blue print features a combination of textures, treatments and finishes in the unique blue hue. RIGOR is built using the signature men’s silhouette and style, featuring a form-fitting blue silicone strap that pairs with a matching etched top ring and multifunction dial with honeycomb patterned details.
The rose gold toned case, oversized crown and dial markers are masculine features that’s sure to be appreciated by the fashion savvy modern male!

Beyond Blue Print – GUESS Watches Honey Browns, Rose Golds and Blue Hues Timepieces for Men
For those who prefer leather straps, there’s also the Guess Blue collection with a sleek honey brown strap in genuine leather with contrasting white stitching which exudes vintage appeal. The watch is paired with a polished rose gold tone case that protects a chronograph movement, while a matching top ring with quietly defined notches adds the right amount of detailing.
The colour of blue is expressed in the dial with intricate markings, as seen in luxury sport time pieces. The combination of colours, the unique blue hue and the vintage aesthetics portrays a balances of classic sportiness and will show that the wearer definitely has a sense of style!
There’s also the non-chronograph version with more subtle styling, but with the same blue print of tones – honey brown, rose gold and blue – which gives a more classic feel. The luxe honey brown strap pairs with a rose gold tone case and subtle crown on the right side for a minimalistic feel. The blue dial is enhanced with oversized numeric markers at the 6, 9 and 12 o’clock positions with a large date window at 3 o’clock. Simplicity at its finest!

Here’s the Guess Blue Collection commercial.

For more info or to find the nearest store, head over to http://guesswatches.com/

GUESS Holiday 2014 Advertising Campaign with
Chinese Photographer Chen Man

GUESS introduces its new advertising campaign for the holiday season which was shot in Japan by acclaimed photographer, Chen Man. The campaign used Mount Fuji and the fields of Tokyo as a stunning backdrop, and is a unique pairing of Eastern and Western cultures where the traditional Japanese surroundings contrast against GUESS’ contemporary apparel and accessories. Chen Man used very vivid colours, and mixing of cultural influences to produce these attention grabbing photographs starring GUESS Girls Megan Williams and Karmay Ngaia, who are both young and full of energy yet from vastly different worlds. The campaign depicts a journey of their global friendship, set against Japan’s most picturesque locations.
View more photos from the shoot at http://www.guess.com/en/#guess_campaign

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Cedar on 15 at Impiana KLCC Hotel Launches 3 New Menus – Midday Specials, Social Bites and The Cookbook

[Hospitality News]
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We recently headed over to Cedar on 15, Impiana KLCC Hotel’s restaurant and lounge located on their 15th floor for the launch of their brand new all-day dining options for guests in the form of three (3) new menus. The menus, named Midday Specials, Social Bites and The Cookbook – feature traditional favourites and new creations by Chef Helmut Lamberger, Corporate Chef (WACS Global Master Chef) at Impiana KLCC Hotel, to cater to today’s diners who have more sophisticated palates as they are more exposed to dining internationally.
The Midday Specials are a selection of refreshing salads, hearty soups, main courses and desserts that were created for lunch. For snacking (over coffee or happy hour drinks), Social Bites offers diners a selection of light snacks that can be enjoyed at the outdoor bar and lounge area; while The Cookbook offers gratifying culinary delights suited for a romantic or sophisticated dinner in the restaurant’s modern and elegant setting (view photos of the restaurant here – https://timchew.net/2018/12/15/christmas-eve-dinner-menu-2018-at-cedar-on-15-impiana-klcc-hotel-kuala-lumpur/).
With the introduction of the new menus, you can now choose from a variety of cuisines including classic European favourites rarely chanced upon outside their country of origin, elegant new dishes cooked and served with flair, and Chef’s Helmut’s version of traditional favourites. The new culinary creations incorporate locally-grown herbs and mushrooms, and ingredients previously unavailable in Malaysia such as the sorrel herb and kohlrabi, a tasty and crisp vegetable also known as German turnip. The restaurant also makes use of sustainable seafood in its dishes such as the Pan Fried fillet of Malaysian Barramundi.
We got a preview (although we did not have the chance to sample but perhaps I’ll return for a full review sometime soon) of some of the signature dishes which I shot with my Huawei Mate 10 Pro:

NORDIC – Scandinavian Shrimp Salad with turmeric foam/ sour cream/ salmon roe/ butter fried toast
REFRESH – Fresh Cameron Highland Lettuce with air-dried beef shavings/ compressed watermelon/ grapefruit filet/ touille/ mustard vinaigrette
ARCTIC – Norwegian Smoked Fjord Lax on pan-fried potato cake with garden greens/ sour cream/ beetroot and herbs
CORAL – House-Gravad Blue Fin Tuna pickled radish/ wasabi macaroon/ pumpkin/ lotus root chips/ lemon grass mayo
MERGE – North Atlantic Black Cod baked with Asian flavours/ on braised spring onions/ garlic cloves/ honey carrots/ miso sauce
MOUNTAIN – Blue mountain venison loin with green pea puree/ caramelized root vegetable/ juniper berry jus and crumbles
ELEGANCE – Foie Gras “Magyar” – Pan seared French duck liver/ apple – pear compote/ Hungarian paprika jus/ pomme de terre noisette
ULTIMATE – Australian Beef Wagyu Ribeye Steak, MB7
Coconut Mousse Globe, drizzled with hot chocolate
Passionfruit Sticky Date Pudding with Butterscotch Sauce

BTW you may have noticed that each of the dishes above has a name that reflects/ relates to the dish or the region it’s from.
The restaurant highly recommends their Carpaccio of Portobello Mushrooms – which is a dish created by Chef Helmut in 1991. The creation of this dish contributed to his team’s success in winning the most coveted award in Austrian gastronomy, the “Chef of the Year, Austria” award by Gault Millau. He has since gone on to reinvent the dish with new condiments and ingredients for an added twist and to bring out new flavours.
Also recommended is the Scandinavian-inspired Skaagen Shrimp Salad – which is a light and refreshing starter suitable for lunch, while the classic Mediterranean Grilled Meat Gyros served with light tzatziki sauce on the side would definitely appeal more to meat-lovers.
Other specialties on Cedar on 15’s new menu are the Australian Beef Wagyu Ribeye Steak, Foie Gras “Magyar” (pan seared French duck liver, served with apple-pear compote, Hungarian paprika jus and pomme de terre noisette), Gambas and Garlic (juicy grilled tiger prawns with tomato coulis, sage, garlic, extra virgin olive oil and served with garlic rubbed baguette), and The Big (an oversized pizza fit for sharing among 3-4 people).

We did however, get to try a (small-sized) serving of four (4) new dishes during dinner.
Carpaccio of Portobello Mushrooms (Chef Helmut’s award winning dish!)
I’m used to a tuna/ salmon/ beef carpaccio so a mushroom carpaccio was pretty new to me. Nevertheless, I quite enjoyed the earthy flavours of the Portobello mushrooms which were balanced out by the creamy cheese and the tartness of the balsamic vinegar.

Cream of Kohirabi
Kohirabi is also known as German turnip and had an interesting and fortunately for me – a not too green/ vege taste to it. Loved the grilled scallop in the soup!

Pan-fried fillet of Barramundi
Sourcing sustainable seafood/ ingredients is important these days to protect the species and prevent over-fishing while ensuring that we protect the eco-system and the environment.

A Medley of White Chocolate & Raspberry
She enjoyed this one as she’s quite the sweet tooth! I devoured the raspberries as they are a rich source of anti-oxidants!

HELMUT LAMBERGER – Corporate Chef, Impiana Hotels & Resorts Management
Helmut Lamberger is the Corporate Chef at Impiana Hotels & Resorts Management properties in Indonesia, Malaysia and Thailand. As the Corporate Chef, he oversees the culinary teams at each property and ensures best practices are implemented to deliver the best possible dining experience to guests.
Helmut is an Austrian national and a certified professional Chef and Pastry Chef, bringing with him more than 30 years of experience in the food-and-beverage and hotel industry to the Impiana Group. In the early years of his career, he was part of the team that won the most coveted award in Austrian gastronomy, the Chef of the Year, Austria award by Gault Millau. In 2011, he was awarded the Best Chef in Malaysia title by La Chaîne des Rôtisseurs – International Association of Gastronomy. A year later (2012), he received the prestigious Global Master Chef award from the World Association of Chef Societies (WACS).
Helmut has served Royals and numerous distinguished individuals during his career, and his culinary journey has taken him to many destinations around the globe including Switzerland, China, Denmark, the USA, Latvia, Malaysia and onboard cruise liners.
Commenting on his source of inspiration in the course of creating the new menus, Chef Helmut said: “As a chef, I am constantly influenced by new ideas, trends and evolving palates. The drive to constantly innovate and be creative has led me and my team to experiment with new preparation methods and styles of cooking, and explore unique ways to present and serve our dishes.
“Throughout my career spanning 30 years, I am fortunate to have had the opportunity to be inspired by different countries and cultures across the globe. With the new dishes, I hope to be able to share my experience and fond memories of the various countries and their cuisine with our diners”, he added.

Us with Chef Helmut who is oh so humble and a true gentleman by insisting that the lady be in the middle

Cedar on 15 is located at:
15th Floor, Impiana Hotel KLCC,
13, Jalan Pinang,
50450 Kuala Lumpur,
Malaysia.

Telephone: 603–2147 1111 extensions 3320 or 3035
Email: fnbsecretary.iklcc@impiana.com
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/impianaklcchotel

Operational Hours
Monday to Friday : 12noon – 1am
Saturday, Sunday and Public Holiday : 4.00pm – 1.00am

Thanks for having us! Photo by Impiana KLCC Hotel.

All photos (except the one right above by Impiana KLCC Hotel) were shot with my Huawei Mate 10 Pro.
#huaweimobile #huaweimalaysia #capturedonhuawei #newleicadualcamera
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Casual Dining – Essence at Sheraton Imperial Kuala Lumpur

[Casual Dining]
I rarely do lunch reviews however her holiday schedule was rather packed so this was the only time I could catch up with her before she went for her vacation so I carved out some time to have lunch with her at Essence at the Sheraton Imperial Hotel Kuala Lumpur.
Essence is Sheraton Imperial Kuala Lumpur Hotel’s signature restaurant and offers an á la carte menu and an international buffet. In fact the international buffet seems rather popular as the restaurant was bustling with diners helping themselves to the buffet which featured a variety of food available including notably the local noodle station, dim sum, fresh seafood bar, and sushi bar. The restaurant has an open kitchen concept (Villa Danielli which is the hote’s Italian restaurant has a similar open kitchen concept, and you can read about here – https://timchew.net/2013/10/10/romantic-dining-spots-villa-danieli-sheraton-imperial-kl/) and you can watch the chefs putting their culinary skills on display.
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Joining me for lunch was my regular partner in crime who enjoying her two-week long break from work (so lucky!).
Some sparkling water and freshly squeezed watermelon juice to start off the meal.
A bread basket filled with soft, fluffy and delicious breads and breadsticks!
Wild mushroom soup – RM30.00++. This was pretty good. Flavourful and with some texture from the mushrooms and nicely complemented by the piece of pesto garlic toast on the side. Actually this is the first time that I had pesto on my garlic toast and it gave a nice rather green dimension to the dish that can me a little rich (good thing the extra cream was sitting in a dollop on top and you could easily remove it if you didn’t want it).
Cobb salad – RM32.00++. The Cobb salad originated from USA and legend has it that Robert Howard Cobb invented it in 1930 one night when he had not eaten until almost midnight and he decided to throw some leftover in the kitchen together with some bacon. Another version of the origin of the Cobb salad is that of a chef making it and naming it after his restaurant’s owner – Rob Cobb (Rob is short for Robert so go figure) in 1929. Of course in Malaysia having real pork bacon is somewhat rare but the Cobb Salad in Essence can hold it’s own and can actually be a healthy main if you’re not a particularly big eater especially with the slices of roast beef in it. The salad’s dressing which was a savoury cheese dressing was on the side which was great as my partner in crime absolutely hates salads that are drenched in dressing (phew!).
Mille Feuille of Sea Bass – RM68.00++. Wokay…this is an odd name (Mille Feuille is usually a layered French puff pastry dessert but for this dish I believe it refers to the different layers) for what is essentially steamed sea bass Chinese style over a bed of what I think was kai lan. The fish was very fresh though and was boneless so it was quite delicious to eat especially with the (soy sauce based) sauce.
Black Angus Beef Tenderloin coated with Crusted Herbs – RM118.00++. First time I had garlic bread (no pesto on this one) with my steak but I didn’t mind as it soaked up all the delicious juices of the tenderloin and some of the sauce too and was really delicious. The beef though was slightly cooked above my preferred medium rare (I prefer really pink which this was more like medium – which my partner in crime prefers anyway so no complains here) so next time maybe I’ll order “rare” and see what comes out. The tenderloin, although cooked medium was still very tender and flavourful. Liked the beautiful charred lines too as it showed that this steak was grilled (and not fried). This was a pretty hearty main though and I was definitely going to need some strong coffee to keep awake after.
After lunch we decided to go have a cup of coffee at Toastina Café & Bar but on the way for we passed by the Pavilions Lounge and couldn’t help but to stop and snap a pic of the colourful desserts which were there as part of the “Spiced Theme English Afternoon Tea” which also features TWG tea! The afternoon tea is priced at RM40.00++ per person and is available from Monday to Friday, 2.00pm to 6.00pm.
Opting not to take the lift we descended from the mezzanine floor to the lobby using the beautifully elegant marble sweeping staircase. Psst! Don’t tell her but the image of her in a flowing wedding dress descending the staircase did cross my mind when I snapped this pic.
We eventually made our was to Toastina Café & Bar which is located on the ground floor on the side of the hotel which faces Asian Heritage Row for some freshly pressed coffee.Toastina Café & Bar is a cosy café and bar that offers a range of salads, hot soups, pies, build-your-own-sandwiches, cakes and sweets. It is a good option if you’re looking for a place for a quick lunch, or enjoy some tantalising desserts (they have pastries, cakes, éclairs, cupcakes, muffins, etc. etc.) or have a comfortable break with a good book and a cup of coffee or hot chocolate.The café side features a variety of premium-brew coffees, signature chocolates, iced toasticcinos, freshly-squeezed juices, energy-booster mixes, fruity drinks, and local favourites while on the other side of the glass partition is the bar and lounge area which serves beer, liquor, champagne, cocktails and wine.
If only every weekday afternoon could be this relaxing.
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BTW there are some upcoming promotions happening at Toastina Café & Bar in November and December 2013.
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Essence has a seating capacity of 200 persons, serves buffet breakfast from 6.30am to 10.30am daily, buffet lunch from 12.00 noon to 2.30pm on Mondays to Fridays, and buffet dinner from 6.30pm to 10.30pm daily.
There’s also the weekend hi-tea at Essence on Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays, from 12.00 noon to 4.00pm.
Essence is located at
SHERATON IMPERIAL KUALA LUMPUR HOTEL
Jalan Sultan Ismail,
50250 Kuala Lumpur,
Malaysia.
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Tel: 03-2717 9900
Email: restaurants.imperial@sheraton.com
For more info head over to http://www.sheratonimperialkualalumpur.com/essencerestaurant
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