Brasserie Léon – Casual French Bistro in Taman Tun Dr. Ismail, Kuala Lumpur

[Dining]   We recently visited Brasserie Léon in Taman Tun Dr. Ismail, which was formerly known as Cocott. Now we’ve visited Cocott previously and it has been one of the mainstay premium dining establishments in TTDI. However, with changing times … Continue reading Brasserie Léon – Casual French Bistro in Taman Tun Dr. Ismail, Kuala Lumpur

Dutch Mussel Festival at Southern Rock Seafood, Bangsar (2019)

[Upcoming Event]   Southern Rock Seafood will be having their Dutch Mussel Festival on Sunday, 25 August 2019 from 12.00noon to 10.00pm. The event will feature “musselicious” family fun, loads of fresh and cooked seafood dishes, live music, comedy, competitions, drinks and dancing! Early Bird Tickets priced only at RM35 per pax and are availble for purchase online at https://shop.southernrockseafood.com.my/products/Dutch-Mussels-Festival/120 before 22 August 2019, after which the tickets will be at the normal price of RM55.00 per pax. The tickets are inclusive of food and drink vouchers which are redeemable for: Pot of Dutch Mussels or 3 Irish Oysters or … Continue reading Dutch Mussel Festival at Southern Rock Seafood, Bangsar (2019)

New Summer 2019 Menu at Chez Gaston KL by Rendez-Vous in Bangsar, Kuala Lumpur

[Food & Beverage]   My partner in crime and I recently visited French bistro Chez Gaston by Rendez-Vous which is located in Bangsar Utama, Kuala Lumpur. “Chez Gaston” is a traditional French restaurant and bar located just a few minutes from the bustling Telawi streets and one (1) minute walk from the Bangsar LRT station. This French bistro’s concept is to provide authentic and affordable French cuisine while offering a laid-back atmosphere in which to truly relax and enjoy great food and drinks with family and friends. The bistro is helmed by Chef Florian Nigen whose family ran a well-known … Continue reading New Summer 2019 Menu at Chez Gaston KL by Rendez-Vous in Bangsar, Kuala Lumpur

Colonial Hainanese Cuisine at The Heritage Restaurant & Bar Damansara Heights, Kuala Lumpur

[Dining]   We recently headed over to The Heritage Restaurant & Bar in Damansara Heights, Kuala Lumpur to celebrate MHB Digital’s principal photographer Andy Kho’s birthday! The Heritage Restaurant & Bar is a new addition to the vibrant dining scene at Plaza Damansara in the upmarket Damansara Heights. This new establishment serves authentic colonial Hainanese dishes such as Hainanese Fried Noodles, Lamb Stew, and Chicken Chop, with some Western favourites such as steak, pork chop, grilled salmon, pork burgers, and more! The ground floor of the establishment houses the restaurant section with low dining tables and an open kitchen where … Continue reading Colonial Hainanese Cuisine at The Heritage Restaurant & Bar Damansara Heights, Kuala Lumpur

Weekend Brunch at Cocott’ TTDI – Affordable Premium French Brunch in Kuala Lumpur

[Dining]   We recently headed over to Cocott’ in Taman Tun Dr. Ismail, Kuala Lumpur one sunny Sunday afternoon to try their new weekend French brunch menu! Cocott’ has been in operation in the swanky neighbourhood of Taman Tun Dr. Ismail for some years now, and derives its name from the French word cocotte /kô’kôt/ – which a pot in which food can be both cooked and served. It is often made of cast-iron, and first originated from the Netherlands in the 17th century as the English name (Dutch oven) indicates it. Cocottes are widely used in France and associated … Continue reading Weekend Brunch at Cocott’ TTDI – Affordable Premium French Brunch in Kuala Lumpur

Wines by W Wine & Liquor Warehouse Puchong at Bottle & Boar Subang Jaya

[Event]   Brigette and I recently headed over to Bottle & Boar in Subang Jaya to try out their dishes together with some wines from W Wine Warehouse. Bottle and Boar is the newest addition to the Jarrod & Rawlins’ group, and is the culmination of over a decade of running successful restaurants and pubs. Bottle and Boar is a casual place to grab a drink with friends and family any day of the year. Located right smack on what is currently known as Japanese row, Bottle and Boar changes the composition of the street immediately. Two complete floors were … Continue reading Wines by W Wine & Liquor Warehouse Puchong at Bottle & Boar Subang Jaya

Festive Set Menus at Cocott’ Taman Tun Dr. Ismail

[Christmas Special]   Pearl and I recently headed over to Cocott’ in Taman Tun Dr. Ismail to try their festive menu which is on from now till the end of the month. We tried the 6 DISHES SET priced at RM209 (food only), and if you’re in a celebratory mood, you can opt for the 6 dishes set with a bottle of Champagne Laurent Robert Brut, Blanc de Blancs Premier Cru, NV which is priced at RM459. The set comes with a glass of Mulled Wine and an amuse-bouche (Chicken Vol-au-Vent) per guest. The dining concept at Cocott’ is one of … Continue reading Festive Set Menus at Cocott’ Taman Tun Dr. Ismail

Editor’s Note – November 2018

[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