MHB Christmas Dinner 2017 Presented by Calvin Klein Watches and Jewelry

[Special Event]   MHB recently had our Christmas Party 2018 Presented by Calvin Klein Watches & Jewelry, with the venue and dinner provided by Samplings on the 14th at Berjaya Times Square Hotel, and supported by Kronenbourg 1664. Samplings On The Fourteenth is located at the East Tower on the 14th floor of Berjaya Times Square Hotel, Kuala Lumpur, and offers Western cuisine and a large collection of vintage wines. Since opening its doors in 2011, Samplings On The Fourteenth Restaurant has distinguished itself with its service standards, innovative menu, comfortable ambience, and beautiful view – all coming together to … Continue reading MHB Christmas Dinner 2017 Presented by Calvin Klein Watches and Jewelry

Valentine’s Day 2018 – Romantic Dinners in Kuala Lumpur, Klang Valley, Langkawi and Penang

[Special Feature] This list will be continuously updated until 14 February 2018 to keep you up to date on the latest Valentine’s Day offerings and promotions at standalone restaurants in Kuala Lumpur, the Klang Valley, and beyond. If you’re looking for restaurants and spas in hotels as well as hotel stay promotions at Lafite at Shangri-La Kuala Lumpur, THIRTY8 at Grand Hyatt KL, Majestic Hotel KL, Prego at The Westin KL, Prime at Le Meridien KL, Senja at Saujana Hotel, The Westin Langkawi, St. Regis Langkawi, Hard Rock Hotel Penang, and more, head over to https://timchew.net/2018/02/04/valentines-day-2018-romantic-restaurant-dinners-and-promotions-in-hotels-in-kuala-lumpur-penang-and-langkawi/ If you’re looking for flowers … Continue reading Valentine’s Day 2018 – Romantic Dinners in Kuala Lumpur, Klang Valley, Langkawi and Penang

A Date with the (6th Generation) Hyundai Elantra 2.0 Dynamic

[Automotive]   Recently, the nice folks at Hyundai-Sime Darby Motors (HSDM) passed me their all-new 6th generation Elantra 2.0 Dynamic that was launched back in June 2017, to try out for a while. The Elantra achieved global cumulative sales of more than 10 million units since the introduction of the first generation in 1990. This time round, Mikasa and I went cafe hopping in the new Elantra 2.0 Dynamic to visit Kopenhagen Coffee in Mont Kiara as well as Bean Brothers in Sunway Damansara, to see why the Elantra is ranked among the top 10 best-selling models in the world. Hyundai … Continue reading A Date with the (6th Generation) Hyundai Elantra 2.0 Dynamic

Editor’s Note – January 2018

[Editor’s Note] Martell NFC Cocktail Afternoon with Pierre Boyer   Just like that and it’s already 2018! I must say that 2017 seemed to fly by very quickly – guess I was enjoying myself quite a bit, especially the alcohol related ones like the Martell NFC Cocktail Afternoon with Pierre Boyer which was held on 18 November 2017 at the La Bodega Lounge in Jalan Telawi 2, Bangsar Baru. The event was a collaboration between Martell Malaysia (Pernod Ricard Malaysia) and Winetalk whereby Pierre Boyer, Martell Brand Ambassador and David, Winetalk’s resident Sommelier conducted a little workshop for us guests to … Continue reading Editor’s Note – January 2018

Italian Omakase at Butler & Chef, and Kronenbourg 1664’s “Pause for a Blue Christmas” Party

Kronenbourg 1664’s “Pause for a Blue Christmas” Party   Andy Kho, Patricia, Clarice and I headed over to Tom, Dick and Harry’s in Oasis Square, Ara Damansara on 22nd December 2017, for Kronenbourg 1664’s ‘Pause for a Blue Christmas’ party, marking the brand’s first Blue Christmas celebrations in Malaysia on a large scale. You might recall that I attended the launch (which you can read here – https://timchew.net/2017/12/11/kronenbourg-1664-launches-their-pause-for-a-blue-christmas-2017-campaign/) and this party was the grand finale of the campaign. The celebrations allowed fans of the wheat beer (brewed by Carlsberg Malaysia) to enjoy the spirit of Christmas through the concept of … Continue reading Italian Omakase at Butler & Chef, and Kronenbourg 1664’s “Pause for a Blue Christmas” Party

Hermès re-opens its Store at Pavilion, Kuala Lumpur

[Luxury Fashion]   MHB’s Stephanie Lim and I headed over to the Hermès boutique in Pavilion Kuala Lumpur for its reopening on 14th December 2017. The newly renovated store has a total retail space of 254 square meters, and the new spacious layout works to present the richness of the Parisian house’s 16 metiers, and for the first time an area dedicated to the home universe. Under the artistic direction of Denis Montel, RDAI, the Parisian architectural agency, was responsible for the creation and opening of the space, as for all Hermès stores worldwide. Walking in, you’ll be welcomed by lots … Continue reading Hermès re-opens its Store at Pavilion, Kuala Lumpur

Hennessy Declassified (2017) at Platinum Park, Kuala Lumpur

[Special Event]   Headed over to Platinum Park in Kuala Lumpur on 12 December 2017 for Hennessy Declassified – an interactive exhibition that uncovered Hennessy’s myths and modern lifestyles through the journey of five (5) zones and a lounge bar. The event ran from 11 to 16 December 2017, in place of Hennessy Artistry, and gave invited guests a very different and exclusive insight to the world of Hennessy. Hennessy Declassified encouraged guests to actively participate by engaging all of their senses in the various zones. Upon reaching the venue which was the penthouse of the tower, we started our … Continue reading Hennessy Declassified (2017) at Platinum Park, Kuala Lumpur

MHB and Friends Christmas Lunch 2017 at Cava @ Jalan Bangkung, Bangsar

[Dining]   This Christmas, MHB had our Christmas Lunch 2018 presented by Cava Restaurant & Bar @ The Bangkung Row, and supported by Kronenbourg 1664. Cava is one of the mainstays along Jalan Bangkung in the swanky and upmarket neighbourhood of Bangsar, Kuala Lumpur. The pork-free restaurant serves modern and traditional Spanish cuisine – from hot and cold tapas, to mains like paella and baked suckling lamb, to desserts like Creme Catalana, complemented with a variety of wines and of course – cava!   We started off the afternoon with some Vallformosa Classic Brut NV. On the eye, it had … Continue reading MHB and Friends Christmas Lunch 2017 at Cava @ Jalan Bangkung, Bangsar

“Find Your Lucky Star” Pop-Up Restaurant at Sheraton Imperial Kuala Lumpur

[Special Event]   The Sheraton Imperial Kuala Lumpur Hotel brings to town “Find your Lucky Star” – a one-of-a-kind pop-up restaurant, conceptualised by multi award-winning global interior designer, Emma Maxwell. Drawing inspiration from European flavours, the celebratory menus are curated by two talented chefs; Chef Francois Mermilliod of famed French dining restaurant in Singapore, Bar-A-Thym as well as Chef Gaetano Di Stefano of Villa Danieli, the signature Italian restaurant at Sheraton Imperial Kuala Lumpur. The mesmerizing dining experience is available for a limited time only from 12 to 29 December 2017 for lunch and dinner and each session accommodates only … Continue reading “Find Your Lucky Star” Pop-Up Restaurant at Sheraton Imperial Kuala Lumpur