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Upcoming Events – The St. Regis Kuala Lumpur Guest Star Chef Dinner with Chef Thomas Buhner and MIGF 2018

Tim Chew

{Editor’s Note] The St. Regis Kuala Lumpur Guest Star Chef Dinner with Chef Thomas Buhner   The St. Regis Kuala Lumpur continues its star-studded Guest Star Chef Series – the cities’ most sought after culinary calendar – with a sensorial avant-garde dinner by renowned three-starred Michelin Chef, Thomas Buhner from Germany, this 15 to 18 August 2018 at The Brasserie. Continuing to spearhead the Malaysian dining scene, The St. Regis Kuala Lumpur’s Guest Star Chef Series is in celebration of St. Regis’ Exquisite Experiences, an exquisite collection of unforgettable occasions hosted by renowned tastemakers and artisans designed especially our guests. … Continue reading Upcoming Events – The St. Regis Kuala Lumpur Guest Star Chef Dinner with Chef Thomas Buhner and MIGF 2018

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French Riviera Ambience and Mediterranean Cuisine at Nizza, Sofitel Kuala Lumpur Damansara

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[Review]   We recently headed over to Sofitel Kuala Lumpur Damansara to try the menu at Nizza – the hotel’s new specialty French – Mediterranean restaurant. Nizza is a refined contemporary yet casual French Riviera-inspired restaurant, with modern interior architectural – with light colours playing off in its interiors and a striking blue-and-white flooring. The chic pool deck ambience outside meanwhile is reminiscent of the coastline of Cote d’Azur with modern glass parasol pool bar, comfy beach cabanas, and low modular seating. The restaurant has a show kitchen where you can watch the chefs whip up a variety of specialty items a … Continue reading French Riviera Ambience and Mediterranean Cuisine at Nizza, Sofitel Kuala Lumpur Damansara

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Fete de la Musique (2018) at Sofitel Kuala Lumpur Damansara

Tim Chew

[Event]   Joanne and I headed over to Sofitel Kuala Lumpur Damansara on 27 June 2018 for their inaugural Fête de la Musique celebration right here in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. As a hotel brand that stays true to its French heritage, each year Sofitel Hotels & Resorts celebrates the Summer Solstice with its annual Fête de la Musique celebration across all its properties worldwide. Sofitel Hotels & Resorts acts as French musical and cultural ambassadors, giving locals a taste of the French festival with all its properties worldwide hosting unique celebrations that unite French elegance with local elements. Fête de la … Continue reading Fete de la Musique (2018) at Sofitel Kuala Lumpur Damansara

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“Bucked Out Seafood Market” Buffet at Gobo Chit Chat, Traders Hotel Kuala Lumpur

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[Hotel Happenings]   Beatrice, Jia Jia and I recently headed over to Gobo Chit Chat at Traders Hotel Kuala Lumpur for their new Bucked Out Seafood Market promotion! The new seafood buffet concept offers more than 130 types of food on the buffet spread, such as Wok Fried Green Mussel with Black Bean, Szechuan Style Spicy Crab Meat Soup, Grilled Squid with Orange Sauce, Tiger Prawns with Cream Corn, Seafood Lasagna, Seafood Pella Rice, Garlicky Broiled Salmon and Tomatoes, Seafood Bisque with Variety Mixed Seafood, and a whole lot more! The new Bucked Out Seafood Market concept allows you to select your … Continue reading “Bucked Out Seafood Market” Buffet at Gobo Chit Chat, Traders Hotel Kuala Lumpur

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“High on Sugar” at THIRTY8, Grand Hyatt Kuala Lumpur

Tim Chew

[Hotel Happenings]   My partner in crime and I headed over to THIRTY8 on a recent Saturday afternoon for THIRTY8’s ‘High On Sugar’ afternoon tea. THIRTY8 is located on the second highest floor of Grand Hyatt Kuala Lumpur, and is one of the renowned romantic dining spots in Kula Lumpur city (you can read about my romantic dinner there last year – https://timchew.net/2017/07/21/romantic-dinner-with-a-view-of-klcc-thirty8-grand-hyatt-kuala-lumpur/) as it provides a spectacular view of the Kuala Lumpur city skyline. THIRTY8’s “High on Sugar” afternoon tea ups the ante on normal afternoon teas with a luxurious and decadent spread of small sweet bites, cakes, homemade … Continue reading “High on Sugar” at THIRTY8, Grand Hyatt Kuala Lumpur

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Saito 6-Course Sake Dinner at TATSU Japanese Cuisine

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[Food & Beverage]    We recently headed over to InterContinental Kuala Lumpur Hotel for the Saito 6-Course Sake Dinner at TATSU Japanese Cuisine.  This special menu is available from 1 April until 16 May 2018 only, priced at RM350 nett per person for the food only, with the option to add on the sake pairing for an additional RM150 nett.    Tatsu is helmed by Chef Tommy who has a wealth of experience. At a young age, inspired by his elder brother a chef in a Japanese restaurant, Chef Tommy discovered his love for the gastronomical world. With an appreciation for … Continue reading Saito 6-Course Sake Dinner at TATSU Japanese Cuisine

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Valentine’s Day 2018 – Romantic Restaurant Dinners and Promotions in Hotels in Kuala Lumpur, Penang and Langkawi

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[Special Valentine’s Day Feature] This feature contains the info on the dining promotions and sets in restaurants in hotels, as well as romantic couple spas sessions, and romantic hotel stays in hotels in Kuala Lumpur, Petaling Jaya, Penang and Langkawi. If you’re looking for Valentine’s Day dining sets/ promotions in standalone restaurants, head over here – https://timchew.net/2018/01/04/valentines-day-2018-romantic-dinners-in-kuala-lumpur-klang-valley-langkawi-and-penang/   Lafite at Shangri-La Kuala Lumpur   Lafite at Shangri-La Hotel, Kuala Lumpur is all set to celebrate Valentine’s Day on 14 February with the most romantic dinner. The elegant ambience of Lafite, with its soft lighting and its impeccable service, is so ideal for … Continue reading Valentine’s Day 2018 – Romantic Restaurant Dinners and Promotions in Hotels in Kuala Lumpur, Penang and Langkawi

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Valentine’s Day 2018 Menu at Gobo Upstairs Lounge & Grill, Traders Hotel Kuala Lumpur

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[Valentine’s Day]   We recently headed over to Gobo Upstairs Lounge and Grill at Traders Hotel Kuala Lumpur to try out their upcoming Valentine’s Day menu which features a 6-course dinner, priced at RM550 nett per couple.     6-course Valentine’s Dinner @ Gobo Upstairs Lounge and Grill, Level 6 Priced at RM550nett per couple which is inclusive of 2 glasses of prosecco Pacific Oysters with caviar, lemon essence You know what they say about oysters and virility… The prosecco which comes with the dinner set went great with this. Oysters and bubbly are a match made in heaven.   Appetizer … Continue reading Valentine’s Day 2018 Menu at Gobo Upstairs Lounge & Grill, Traders Hotel Kuala Lumpur

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Valentine’s Day 2018 Set Dinner at Prego, The Westin Kuala Lumpur

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[Hotel Happenings]    Prego Italian restaurant at The Westin Kuala Lumpur will be having the “Truly Madly Deeply” Valentine’s Day Set Dinner on 14 February 2018 from 6.30pm to 10.30pm. Indulge in the Italian 4-course set dinner at Prego which features classic yet modern creations, coupled with the restaurant’s warm and cosy ambience, will surely make it a Valentine’s Day to remember!   The set dinner is priced at: RM175.00nett per person (food only) RM275.00nett per person (Includes free flow of sparkling, red and white wine, draught beer, soft drinks and chilled juices)      Profiterole Ripieni con Tartufi Uova, Spinachi … Continue reading Valentine’s Day 2018 Set Dinner at Prego, The Westin Kuala Lumpur

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Chinese New Year (CNY) Dinners, Promotions and Yee Sang in Kuala Lumpur and Selangor 2018

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[Chinese New Year Special Feature]    Five Senses at The Westin Kuala Lumpur    Welcome the year of the Dog with abundance of laughter and prosperity over a sumptuous feast at Five Sen5es, The Westin Kuala Lumpur’s authentic Chinese restaurant. Chinese New Year, also known as the Spring Festival or Lunar New Year, revolves around five blessings, namely Longevity, Riches, Peace, Wisdom and Virtue. In respect of these blessings, award-winning Chinese Chef de Cuisine Tan Tzaan Liing and his team whip up celebratory dishes for this auspicious event and at the same time ushering into a new year of brilliance. … Continue reading Chinese New Year (CNY) Dinners, Promotions and Yee Sang in Kuala Lumpur and Selangor 2018