Author: Tim Chew

Managing Editor and Founder of MHB Digital - http://mhbdigital.com More than 16 years of media, marketing, and management experience with various media owners and publishers.
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7th Stella Artois World Draught Masters Malaysia Final

Tim Chew

[Event]   Being the beer drinker that I am, I excitedly headed over to the Grand Hyatt Kuala Lumpur on 18 April 2017 for the 7th Stella Artois World Draught Masters Malaysia Final – an event inspired by more than six centuries of brewing tradition, celebrating the elegance and skills that goes into pouring the ultimate “She is a Thing of Beauty” – a flawless chalice of Stella Artois, freshly drawn from a tap. The Malaysian finals of the Stella Artois World Draught Masters competition – an annual event that honours beer connoisseurs’ mastery of the Stella Artois 9-Step Pouring Ritual, … Continue reading 7th Stella Artois World Draught Masters Malaysia Final

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Guest Chef Jimmy De Almeida at Gobo Upstairs Lounge & Grill, Traders Hotel Kuala Lumpur

Tim Chew

[Hotel Happenings & Special Event]   Gobo Upstairs Lounge & Grill will be hosting French Chef de cuisine Jimmy De Almeida from 8 to 15 May 2017.  Jimmy is currently a Chef at Bord Eau, Shangri-La Hotel Qaryat Al Beri, Abu Dhabi. Jimmy was born in the French Alps, and grew up in middle of the mountain in ‘’Annecy’’. He enjoyed the outdoors and spent most of his time with nature during his childhood. At 15 years old he enrolled in the culinary school of ‘’Thonons-les-bains’ where he trained for two years and graduated with an upper diploma in the … Continue reading Guest Chef Jimmy De Almeida at Gobo Upstairs Lounge & Grill, Traders Hotel Kuala Lumpur

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French Sunday Buffet Brunch at Rendez-Vous Bangsar

Tim Chew

[Photo Album]   For the longest time, I really couldn’t understand why some people were so into brunch. Most of the time, I’d be too hungry by 11.00am so I’d usually have my breakfast then meet my friends for lunch. However, lately I’ve been doing quite a number of brunch reviews and I realised the practicality of brunch for those who wake up late on the weekends. Basically, if you’re waking up at 10.00am or later, it makes more sense having one big meal in place of two. So one fine Sunday morning, Amy and I decided to try out … Continue reading French Sunday Buffet Brunch at Rendez-Vous Bangsar

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Delia Wines Gourmet Dinner at The Chalet Suisse

Tim Chew

[Event]   Pearl and I recently headed over to Chalet Suisse in Ampang for the Delia Wines x Chalet Suisse wine pairing dinner. Now Ampang is not one of my favourite places to go to due to the distance from my home in Petaling Jaya but the prospect of some good wines and food certainly made the trip seem worthwhile so over we went. Delia Wines is an importer of wines from France and beyond, as well as also being the producer of Champagne Laurent Robert in France, while Chalet Suisse is an authentic Swiss restaurant located in Little Korea … Continue reading Delia Wines Gourmet Dinner at The Chalet Suisse

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Editor’s Note – May 2017

Tim Chew

[Editor’s Note] Guest Chef De Cuisine Jimmy De Almeida at Gobo Upstairs Lounge & Grill Traders Hotel Kuala Lumpur   Gobo Upstairs Lounge & Grill will be hosting French Chef de cuisine Jimmy De Almeida from 8 to 15 May 2017.  Jimmy is currently a Chef at Bord Eau, Shangri-La Hotel Qaryat Al Beri, Abu Dhabi. Jimmy was born in the French Alps, and grew up in middle of the mountain in ‘’Annecy’’. He enjoyed the outdoors and spent most of his time with nature during his childhood. At 15 years old he enrolled in the culinary school of ‘’Thonons-les-bains’ … Continue reading Editor’s Note – May 2017

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The Glenlivet Winchester Collection Vintage 1966 Available in Malaysia

Tim Chew

[Event]   Janet and I headed over to Bobo KL at Jalan Bangkung for the media/ Glenlivet Guardians preview of a bottle of the rare Vintage 1966 from The Glenlivet Winchester Collection that will be available for purchase by Glenlivet Guardians through a silent auction in Malaysia in May 2017. This whisky is rare – with only 100 bottles in existence, with each having its own unique serial number and Malaysia gets Bottle No. 10 that will be auctioned off at Mantra Bar KL on 25 May 2017.  Only the Guardians of The Glenlivet will be able to participate in … Continue reading The Glenlivet Winchester Collection Vintage 1966 Available in Malaysia

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Seafood Brunch at Shook! Starhill Gallery Kuala Lumpur

Tim Chew

[Review]   Amy and I headed over to Shook! in Starhill Gallery Kuala Lumpur to try out their Seafood Brunch which is on every Sunday from 12.00noon to 3.00pm. The brunch is buffet style where you can help yourself to the variety of seafood and other dishes for RM188 nett per person or RM238 per person inclusive of free flow of prosecco, wine, beer or cocktails. Shook! is one of the first restaurants in Kuala Lumpur to feature the open-kitchen concept to give guests an interactive, engaging and sensory dining experience with display counters and show kitchens which allow you … Continue reading Seafood Brunch at Shook! Starhill Gallery Kuala Lumpur

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Starhill Gallery Fashion Week Kuala Lumpur Spring/Summer 2017

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[Fashion]   The Starhill Gallery Fashion Week Kuala Lumpur Spring/Summer 2017 was held from Wednesday, 12th April to Saturday, 15th April 2017 in its typically glitzy affair with GH Mumm champagne and ABSOLUT vodka flowing while socialites and celebrities like Dato’ Jimmy Choo, Patricia K, Sabrina Bennet and Lee Yvonne mingled and posed for photographs.  The shows featured the latest trends of 2017’s Spring/Summer collections by some exclusive designer labels housed in Starhill Gallery namely; Valentino, Kenzo, McQ Alexander McQueen, M Missoni, Debenhams, Mita Tam Style Studio and iKarrtini.  The runway show opened with Kenzo, which celebrated the cultural euphoria portrayed … Continue reading Starhill Gallery Fashion Week Kuala Lumpur Spring/Summer 2017

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MHB March/ April Babies Birthday Party at PLOY @ Clearwater Damansara

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[Special Event]   Three (3) of our members namely our official photographer Andy Kho (who turned 40!), Spicy Sharon and Aerisk Ong had their birthdays in March and April thus we decided to organise a little gathering to celebrate and PLOY at Clearwater Damansara was the very gracious host for the event! PLOY means “gem” in Thai and the style of food at the establishment was modern Asian with some Thai + Japanese influence as well as some Asian + Western dishes and has everything from sushi, sashimi, pizza, pasta, burgers, and everything in between! This outlet at Clearwater Damansara … Continue reading MHB March/ April Babies Birthday Party at PLOY @ Clearwater Damansara

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Superdry Sport – Women’s Ready to Wear SS17 & Superdry Studio

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[Fashion] Superdry Sport SS17 – Womens   With products for dedicated gym buffs, casual runners and occasional athletes, Superdry’s Sport Collection has grown from strength-to-strength. Already proven popular with Global influencers, Superdry’s flattering and breathable hi-tech fabrics feature the hottest colour trends and assure both a stylish look and professional performance. Bursts of fluro coral, neon python and palm prints compliment the neutral base colours, all presented in the finest soft-touch, brushed fabrics. From sports leggings and gym shorts to vest tops and sports bras, our sportswear is designed with comfort in mind. With the women’s range now into its … Continue reading Superdry Sport – Women’s Ready to Wear SS17 & Superdry Studio