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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Honor Partners with National Geographic to Create Superior Night Photos with the Honor 8X

Tim Chew

[Technology & Gadgets]    Honor announced a collaboration with National Geographic on 9 November 2018 to publish articles by visual storyteller Robbie Shone on techniques for taking the best photos using a smartphone. An accomplished photographer with National Geographic, Robbie Shone is sharing his secrets for night-time photography over the partnership — demonstrating through his own work how users of Honor 8X can shoot amazing photos leveraging the phone’s industry-leading technology. The series, entitled “Brave The Night”, was announced on the National Geographic website for the launch of Honor 8X. In the inaugural article released on October 1, Robbie traveled to Hong Kong, where he took spectacular photos … Continue reading Honor Partners with National Geographic to Create Superior Night Photos with the Honor 8X

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Cocktails with Boris Ivan, Gonzalez Byass International Brand Ambassador – Spirits

Tim Chew

[Wines & Spirits]    Headed over to the newly opened Open House in Suria KLCC for a lunch with Gonzalez Byass International Brand Ambassador – Spirits – Boris Ivan. Over some delicious Malaysian fine dining cuisine and some cold Tio Pepe, Boris shared some insights into the brands that he handles as well as some of his career highlights. The history of Gonzalez Byass began back in 1835 when the young Manuel María González Ángel founded the company and started a long, and passion-filled journey, dedicated to the world of wine. Manuel Mª found the support he needed, to get … Continue reading Cocktails with Boris Ivan, Gonzalez Byass International Brand Ambassador – Spirits

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John Walker & Sons XR 21 Mastery Gala Dinner (Penang) 2018

Tim Chew

[Event]   John Walker & Sons XR 21 returned for its annual Mastery with a gala dinner on 31 October 2018 showcasing the best Malaysian cuisine and ancestry, coupled with the exceptional flavours and craft of the blended Scotch whisky. Held in Penang for the second year running (last year, the XR 21 Mastery was also held in Penang at the Khoo Kongsi), the XR 21 Mastery continued to be an appreciation of the rich Penang heritage and cuisine, which is an embodiment of Malaysia’s identity. The third edition of the XR 21 Mastery took place at the acclaimed Colonial … Continue reading John Walker & Sons XR 21 Mastery Gala Dinner (Penang) 2018

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Winemakers Dinner with Bryn Richards from Chapel Hill Winery in McLaren Vale, South Australia

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[Wine Dinner]   Elaine and I recently headed over to Liberte in Tropicana, Petaling Jaya, Selangor for the Chapel Hill wine pairing dinner with Mr. Bryn Richards from the Chapel Hill winery. The wine pairing dinner was organised by Fortier Wines & Spirits – the importer and distributor of the wines in Malaysia. The Chapel Hill Winery in McLaren Vale was built on the site of the Seaview Chapel and school-house. The 1865 ironstone Chapel still proudly stands today and is an integral feature of the tasting room. Planting of the vineyard commenced in 1972 and the first vintage was … Continue reading Winemakers Dinner with Bryn Richards from Chapel Hill Winery in McLaren Vale, South Australia

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Editor’s Note – November 2018

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[Editor’s Note] New Chef at Hemisphere Restaurant & Bar Kuala Lumpur   November is always a special month to me because yes… I was born in November! Kathy and I decided to head over to Hemisphere Restaurant & Bar in Kuala Lumpur to try out the new menu by their new chef Atanu Nath who is an European cuisine chef with more than 18 years of culinary experience with leading luxury hotel chains and restaurants. Now Hemisphere Restaurant & Bar has been around for some years now and remains a popular venue for celebrations such as birthday, anniversaries, etc. etc. … Continue reading Editor’s Note – November 2018

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Malaysian Armed Forces Upgrades Air Defence Capabilities with the Thales ForceSHIELD Ground-Based Air Defence System

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[Defense News]    Together with its Malaysian partner, Global Komited, a member of the Weststar Group, Thales announces on 8 November 2018 that the ForceSHIELD Ground-Based Air Defence system project has reached its final milestone with Full System Acceptance (FSA) occurring on October 2018. This achievement represents the culmination of a successful tri-party team working together, including programme management, operational and technical staff from the Malaysian Armed Forces (MAF), Global Komited and Thales, since September 2015 when the ForceSHIELD contract was signed at the DSEI exhibition in London. In addition to bringing the next generation of SHORAD technology to Malaysia, Thales is a core partner … Continue reading Malaysian Armed Forces Upgrades Air Defence Capabilities with the Thales ForceSHIELD Ground-Based Air Defence System

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MIGF 2018 Awards & Celebration Finale

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[MIGF 2018]   Headed over to Ruyi & Lyn in Bangsar Shopping Centre in Kuala Lumpur, on 1 November 2018 for the Awards & Finale Celebration of the 2018 edition of the Malaysia International Gastronomy Festival (MIGF). I was pretty blessed to be hosted by three (3) festival restaurants this year and you can read about them here: https://timchew.net/2018/09/07/migf-2018-menu-at-2ox-kuala-lumpur/ https://timchew.net/2018/09/10/migf-2018-menu-at-champignons-at-oasis-square-ara-damansara/ https://timchew.net/2018/09/02/migf-2018-menu-at-samplings-on-the-fourteenth-berjaya-times-square-hotel/ The finale embodied the spirit of muhibah – which is this year’s festival theme – and brought together participating chefs, restaurant teams, VIPs, socialites and notable industry figures to celebrate the culmination of the month-long festival, back this year after … Continue reading MIGF 2018 Awards & Celebration Finale

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Sime Darby Auto Connexion (SDAC) Launches the New Ford Ranger (2018) XL, XLT, XLT+ Wildtrak, and Ranger Raptor

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[Automotive News]   Headed over to the Setia City Convention Centre in Shah Alam on 25 October 2018 for the launch of the new Ford Ranger by the Ford Motor Company, together with its local distribution partner, Sime Darby Auto Connexion (SDAC). The new pick-up is billed to be an even more capable vehicle with a freshened lineup that combines class-leading technology, safety and convenience features. The new ‘Built Ford Tough’ Ranger lineup in Malaysia consists of nine (9) different variants, including the XL, XLT, new XLT+ Wildtrak, and we even got a special preview of the Ranger Raptor – which … Continue reading Sime Darby Auto Connexion (SDAC) Launches the New Ford Ranger (2018) XL, XLT, XLT+ Wildtrak, and Ranger Raptor