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Editor’s Note – November 2018

Tim Chew

[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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Editor’s Note – October 2018

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[Editor’s Note] Weekend Buffet High Tea at Taman Sari, Hotel Istana Kuala Lumpur    Joanne and I recently headed over to Taman Sari (which in the Malay language means Garden of Flowers) which is Hotel Istana Kuala Lumpur’s 220-seater all-day Halal dining restaurant with Malaysian flavours. The restaurant is bright and welcoming with filtered natural lighting by day, and overlooks a beautifully landscaped garden (which BTW is great for photos!) and the hotel’s swimming pool. Taman Sari serves both local and western dishes that appeal to both international palates and those of local guests. We were there to try the Buffet … Continue reading Editor’s Note – October 2018

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Editor’s Note – September 2018

Tim Chew

[Editor’s Note] Kuala Lumpur International Motor Show 2018 (KLIMS’18) Gearing Towards a Clean Malaysia    2018 is shaping up to be quite a year! First there was the change of government (to the relief of all honest and ethical people in the country, the corrupt types though aren’t too happy about this), and then there’s the Kuala Lumpur International Motor Show 2018 (KLIMS’18), organised by the Malaysian Automotive Association (MAA), is making its 9th presentation from 23 November to 2 December 2018 at the Malaysia International Trade and Exhibition Center (MITEC). Now I’ve attended every single KLIMS since 2000, and … Continue reading Editor’s Note – September 2018

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Editor’s Note – August 2018 Featuring High-Tea Buffet at Sheraton Petaling Jaya Hotel and the Launch of the New Somersby Elderflower Lime

Tim Chew

[Editor’s Note] High Tea Buffet at Sheraton Petaling Jaya Hotel   Jocelyn and I headed over to the Sheraton Petaling Jaya Hotel recently to try out their new Weekend High-Tea Buffet at Feast – the hotel’s all day dining restaurant located on level 3 of the newest hotel in Petaling Jaya. The interior of Feast features a streamlined, contemporary setting enhanced with interesting Asian elements, inspired by the bright and cheery colours that encourages the building of appetite when dining. The restaurant has indoor seating that seats 160 pax complemented by a live show kitchen and well-lit buffet counter. The open kitchen showcases … Continue reading Editor’s Note – August 2018 Featuring High-Tea Buffet at Sheraton Petaling Jaya Hotel and the Launch of the New Somersby Elderflower Lime

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Editor’s Note – July 2018

Tim Chew

[Editor’s Note] HEINEKEN Malaysia Celebrates Beer and Food at Worldchefs Congress & Expo 2018    Headed over to the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre on 12 July 2018 for Heineken Malaysia Berhad’s (HEINEKEN Malaysia) media preview of their special food pairing menu, as well as beer and cider-infused recipes to introduce the public to the world of beer and food. The preview was held in conjunction with Worldchefs Congress & Expo 2018 held at Hall 1, in the convention centre that ran from 12 to 14 July,  Seven (7) years ago, I had the privilege of attending a really special dinner with … Continue reading Editor’s Note – July 2018

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Editor’s Note – June 2018

Tim Chew

[Editor’s Note] #KITASUDAHMENANG   We did it Malaysia! We managed to change the government peacefully! The onus now is on all of us to help our country progress away from the clutches of corruption and abuse of power. My nine (9) year mission to see the corrupt BN government voted out of office has come to a close. Now that rule of law has returned to Malaysia, things are going to get quite interesting for those who have stolen the rakyat’s money over the past few years. However, a new danger looms in the form of “religious” extremism as 1 … Continue reading Editor’s Note – June 2018

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Editor’s Note – May 2018

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[Editor’s Note] Aussie Bushman’s BBQ at Renaissance Kuala Lumpur Hotel    Executive Chef Supi Mansor and team are thrilled to fire up the grill for an Aussie Bushman‘s Barbecue experience at the Poolside Gazebo every Friday, Saturday and Sunday from 6.30pm to 10.30pm. Located on Level 4, the Poolside Gazebo is overlooking an Olympic-sized swimming pool and set amidst lush greeneries. From the gazebo, you get to view the sunset and chill, while enjoying the Aussie Bushman’s BBQ and a live DJ who will provide the tunes for the evening. “Our Australian style barbecue offers diners an a la carte choice … Continue reading Editor’s Note – May 2018

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Editor’s Note – April 2018 Featuring An Evening With The Phantom Of The Opera

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[Editor’s Note] An Evening With The Phantom Of The Opera   Fans of Phantom of the Opera can rejoice this April because the musical concert “An Evening With The Phantom Of The Opera”, will be happening  on April 18th at 8.30pm at the Manhattan Ballroom at Berjaya Times Square Hotel, Kuala Lumpur. This special concert is organized in conjunction with the iconic musical’s 30th anniversary on Broadway. Get ready to sing along to classics from the musical such as the Phantom of The Opera, Music of The Night, Masquerade and All I Ask of You, in addition to songs from … Continue reading Editor’s Note – April 2018 Featuring An Evening With The Phantom Of The Opera

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Editor’s Note – March 2018

Tim Chew

[Editor’s Note] An Evening of Opera & Champagne at IVIV(Onesixfive) Lounge & Wine Bar, Intercontinental Kuala Lumpur   My partner in crime and I recently attended “An Evening of Opera and Champagne” at the IVIV (ONESIXFIVE) Lounge and Wine Bar in InterContinental® Kuala Lumpur which was organised in  partnership with the Laurent-Perrier Champagne House and Kuala Lumpur City Opera. The event was the first of a series which will happen every Friday from 7.00PM till 8.30PM at the lounge, featuring a combination of beautiful opera music, fine champagne and chic ambience. Guests can enjoy a sophisticated evening of live opera entertainment … Continue reading Editor’s Note – March 2018

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Editor’s Note – February 2018

Tim Chew

[Editor’s Note] February has always been one of the most anticipated months in my calendar as Valentine’s Day and Chinese New Year (well sometimes it falls in January, but most of the time, part, if not all of CNY will be in February). This year, I have a couple of features with information useful for those of you celebrating Valentine’s Day and Chinese New Year in Malaysia, as well as Marina Bay Sands in Singapore, and Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts around the region.   Valentine’s Day Standalone restaurants – https://timchew.net/2018/01/04/valentines-day-2018-romantic-dinners-in-kuala-lumpur-klang-valley-langkawi-and-penang/   Restaurants in hotels/ hotel stays – https://timchew.net/2018/02/04/valentines-day-2018-romantic-restaurant-dinners-and-promotions-in-hotels-in-kuala-lumpur-penang-and-langkawi Marina … Continue reading Editor’s Note – February 2018