Hong Leong Bank’s Digital Day 2019

[Finance]   Hong Leong Bank Berhad (‘HLB’) launched of the bank’s third annual Digital Day on 2 July 2018 in Kuala Lumpur. HLB’s Digital Day campaign takes into account the growing customer adoption of its digital platforms by focusing on driving the country’s cashless movement forward by providing convenience as a core value within its entire suite of digital-led cashless ecosystem solutions for consumers and businesses. HLB revealed that 64.4% of its customers are now utilising digital and mobile platforms for banking transactions as of the end of 2018, an increase of more than 20% from the previous year, lending … Continue reading Hong Leong Bank’s Digital Day 2019

Travel & Hospitality News – July 2019 – Four Seasons Hotel Kuala Lumpur

[Travel/ Hospitality News] Four Seasons Hotel Kuala Lumpur Marks First Anniversary with Month-Long Celebration   Four Seasons Hotel Kuala Lumpur celebrates its first anniversary with a month-long celebration featuring curated events, glamorous dining and incredible savings. Four Seasons Hotel Kuala Lumpur … Continue reading Travel & Hospitality News – July 2019 – Four Seasons Hotel Kuala Lumpur

OPPO Reno Sunset Rose Launched in Malaysia Featuring a Guest Appearance by Elfira Loy

[Tech & Gadgets]    OPPO unveiled yet another trendy colour in their OPPO Reno series on 2 July 2019 at The Glasshouse in Kuala Lumpur. OPPO’s latest colour variant – OPPO Reno Sunset Rose – comes in hues of a glowing pink and white – definitely something that would appeal to the fairer sex. The Sunset Rose colour variant is inspired by the colour of white roses paired with the pink hues found in a sunset. Taking inspiration from nature, the Sunset Rose is an off-white colour with pale pinkish tones and a matte surface resembling sea shells on the … Continue reading OPPO Reno Sunset Rose Launched in Malaysia Featuring a Guest Appearance by Elfira Loy

Chua Song Seng Group of Companies 80th Anniversary Celebration

[Event]   We headed over to the HXC Grand Ballroom at ICC Pudu on 18 June 2019 for Chua Song Seng Group of Companies’ 80th anniversary celebration. The event was graced by many guests, notably Datuk Liew Vui Keong, Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department, as well as brand principals, trade partners, suppliers, media and more. Being able to sustain a conglomerate over decades was a remarkable achievement for Dato’ Chua Lai Huat, who led the company to pull through the toughest of times, despite the many economic turmoil and challenges, to become the company it is today. In his … Continue reading Chua Song Seng Group of Companies 80th Anniversary Celebration

Chivas Mizunara Pairing Dinner at Kogetsu, The Saujana Hotel

[Dining]   Sylvia and I headed over to Kogetsu Japanese Restaurant at The Saujana Hotel on 21 June 2019 for the Chivas Mizunara Pairing Dinner. Kogetsu which means “reflection of the moon on the water” was designed in the style of a traditional Japanese “ryokan”. Situated by the lake and built on stilts, it offers a tranquil view of the lake and surrounding gardens. Resident Chef Taketoshi Minami, Kogetsu Japanese Restaurant prepares Japanese cuisine that stays true to its roots using only the freshest seasonal ingredients and prepared with a respect for tradition. The restaurant also features a separate Teppanyaki … Continue reading Chivas Mizunara Pairing Dinner at Kogetsu, The Saujana Hotel

The Wonderarium at BABE by Jeff Ramsay

[Event]    We headed over to BABE by Jeff Ramsay on 15 June 2019 for “The Wonderarium” which is a series of four cocktail socials that invites guests to uncover new ways to engage with variations of taste through food, drink and sensorial experiences. The first of The Wonderarium cocktail social kicked off with Chef Ramsey’s finely balanced menu of cocktails and tapas that highlight new ways to experience: Umami & Smoke. The idea behind these socials is to offer a multi-sensory, interactive cocktail (instead of a stuffy sit down dinner) through a specially designed array of experimental cocktails and … Continue reading The Wonderarium at BABE by Jeff Ramsay

Orient Fine Dining by Chef Ee at Sky Palace 天宫 Presented by W Wine & Liquor Warehouse

[Event] We recently attended the W Wine & Liquor Warehouse x Sky Palace 天宫 “Orient Fine Dining” wine pairing dinner which was supported by G.H. Mumm. Chinese restaurant Sky Palace 天宫 is located within OneCity in USJ25, and merges the traditional Chinese colour palette masterfully with a modern and edge-seeking vibe, creating an elegant backdrop to its authentic Cantonese cuisine. Spanning over 8000 sq ft across two floors, Sky Palace’s elegance interior with modern Chinese décor adorns the main dining area, as well as two (2) VVIP and seven VIP luxurious private dining rooms equipped with karaoke facilities. The culinary … Continue reading Orient Fine Dining by Chef Ee at Sky Palace 天宫 Presented by W Wine & Liquor Warehouse

Briar Ridge Omakase Dinner at Hanayuzen Japanese Restaurant

[Dining]    We recently headed over to Hanayuzen Japanese Restaurant in Subang Jaya, Selangor for the Briar Ridge wine pairing dinner organised by Cave & Cellar Sdn. Bhd. – the official importer and distributor of Briar Ridge wines in Malaysia. Hanayuzen is one of the few authentic Japanese restaurants in Subang Jaya, and features a wide array of traditional Japanese cuisine. The restaurant occupies two (2) floors and has a capacity of 110 persons, with a 10-pax sushi bar, and two tatami rooms. Briar Ridge is the largest holder of vineyards in the Mount View region. Many of the vines … Continue reading Briar Ridge Omakase Dinner at Hanayuzen Japanese Restaurant