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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News – October 2017

Tim Chew

Tujo Refreshed   Headed over to Tujo Bar-sserie & Grill recently for their relaunch party that debuted a new and refreshed F&B establishment in the heart of KL! Tujo Bar-sserie & Grill first opened its doors in 2014 (taking over from sevenatenine which was also under the SOUL Society Group) and is located on the ground floor of the Ascott Residences in the heart of Kuala Lumpur and a stones throw away from KLCC. TUJO, with its new tagline of Eat, Drink & Play, is part of the SOUL Society Group which owns other restaurant brands such as SOULed OUT, WIP and … Continue reading News – October 2017

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Business Set Lunch at Senja, Saujana Hotel & Resort

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[Hotel Happenings]   Mikasa, Alice and I recently headed over to Senja at The Club Saujana, to try their Business Set Lunch. The set lunch is available Mondays to Saturdays, from 12.00pm to 2.00pm, and priced at RM68.00. You get to customise your very own 3-course meal and pick from seasonal starters, mains and desserts which change weekly!    Starter (choice of) Rucoletta con Noci, Arance e Pomodorini Secchi Wild Rocket Salad with Walnut, Sundried Tomatoes and Orange A light and refreshing salad that has lots of bitter earthy flavours from the wild salad, contrasting against the sweetness and piquancy … Continue reading Business Set Lunch at Senja, Saujana Hotel & Resort

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Editor’s Note – October 2017

Tim Chew

[Editor’s Note] Food & Hotel Malaysia (FHM) 2017   I recently went to visit the Food & Hotel Malaysia (FHM – but not the FHM magazine that I used to work for) 2017 trader show at the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre which featured many different suppliers of food and beverage as well as equipment related to the F&B and hospitality industries. To my dismay, apparently the organiser did not vet through the registration of the visitors properly and as a result, I daresay that at least 50% of the visitors were there just to freeload on the food and beverage … Continue reading Editor’s Note – October 2017

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News – September 2017

Tim Chew

Lavo’s 1st Anniversary Party   Headed over to Lavo in Tropicana, Petaling Jaya on 7 September 2017 for their 1st anniversary this September (Lavo opened its doors in June 2016). Lavo is known for it’s extensive wine list featuring more than 1,300 notable New World and Old World wine labels, with new wines and rare vintages featured every quarter in which many are made available by the glass. The restaurant also has a menu of Asian and Western items to complement the wines, beers and liquors available. “Lavo is central to our M Group concept as it will be our … Continue reading News – September 2017

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Stars in in Atelier Versace at the 74th Annual Venice Film Festival

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[Luxury Fashion]   Penelope Cruz wore a custom-made, Atelier Versace gown at the ‘Loving Pablo’ screening during the 74th Venice Film Festival at Sala Grande on 6 September 2017. She wore a white gown with delicate beading in a Barocco style pattern, with daring thigh-high slit and voluminous feather skirt. She finished her look perfectly with delicate Versace heels.      Amal Clooney, esteemed lawyer and human rights activist was stunning in a custom-made, Atelier Versace gown during the ‘Suburbicon’ screening on 2 September 2017 during the 74th Annual Venice Film Festival at Sala Grande. She wore a lilac gown comprised of delicate … Continue reading Stars in in Atelier Versace at the 74th Annual Venice Film Festival

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Pretty Waffles at Instagram Friendly Cafe Playground Coffeery

Tim Chew

[ADV]   While most people would think of the zoo, hidden in the unassuming neighbourhood of Taman Melawati is a playful little cafe, designed with hipsters and the Instagram generation in mind. These days with social media pretty much consuming every aspect of the lives of millennials and Gen Z, it’s no surprise to find many cafes with pretty interiors and food with beautiful presentation popping up all over town, most particularly in the affluent neighbourhoods of Bangsar Baru and Damansara Heights. Hence it was quite a surprise to find one way out here, just a couple of minutes off … Continue reading Pretty Waffles at Instagram Friendly Cafe Playground Coffeery

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Ferrari 812 Superfast Distributed by Naza Italia Unveiled in Malaysia (2017)

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[Automotive News]    NAZA Italia, official importer and distributor of the Ferrari brand in Malaysia, unveiled the Ferrari 812 Superfast at a launch held at Zebra Square Kuala Lumpur on 24 August 2017. The Ferrari 812 Superfast is the brand’s newest supercar in a long line of front-engined V12s and was first launched at the International Premiere at the Geneva International Motor Show in March of this year. Present at the Ferrari 812 Superfast media premiere in Kuala Lumpur were Datuk Wira Hj SM Faisal Tan Sri SM Nasimuddin, Group Executive Chairman of NAZA World Group of Companies and Mr. … Continue reading Ferrari 812 Superfast Distributed by Naza Italia Unveiled in Malaysia (2017)

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New British Restaurant in Bangsar Baru – W1 Dining & Cocktails

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[Dining & Restaurants]   The Telawi area in Bangsar Baru, Kuala Lumpur is home to many hipster food & beverage joints and the latest to join the scene is W1 Dining & Cocktails. The restaurant’s name is in reference to the W1 postcode which contains some of London’s most prized addresses – from the swanky luxury apartments of Mayfair to the retailers of Regent Street and Oxford Street, and the bustling nightlife of Soho. Instead of the very traditional British dishes, W1 serves up modern fare in the form of small plates (think tapas!) with a couple of big plates … Continue reading New British Restaurant in Bangsar Baru – W1 Dining & Cocktails

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Joseristine Product Launch and Lunch with MHB Digital

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[MHB Digital]    MHB Digital (http://mhbdigital.com) recently organised a product launch and lunch for Joseristine with some of the country’s top beauty and lifestyle social media influencers and bloggers at Traders Hotel Kuala Lumpur. Joseristine is a Hong Kong-based skincare brand established since 1995 by Choi Fung Hong. With the launch, the brand is now available in Malaysia and can be purchased online. Their flagship product in Malaysia – the Joseristine Anti-Pollution Whitening Mask, is rich in chitosan – a type of sugar extracted from the outer skeleton of shellfish including crab, lobster and shrimp. Besides the hydrating function, chitosan … Continue reading Joseristine Product Launch and Lunch with MHB Digital

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Hennessy Very Special Launched in Malaysia

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[Event]   Headed over to Mantra Bar in Bangsar Village 2 for the launch of Hennessy Very Special in Malaysia on 17 August 2017. The exclusive launch party for members of the media, and selected guests introduced Hennessy’s energetic new variation with a line-up of various best known musical acts. Now I’ve been attending many Hennessy VSOP parties (Hennessy Artistry especially which you can read here – https://timchew.net/?s=hennessy+artistry) as well as (a handful of) Hennessy XO events and I have many fond memories throughout the years therefore I was quite excited about this launch. I discovered that I enjoyed the … Continue reading Hennessy Very Special Launched in Malaysia