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Hennessy Declassified 2018 at Menara KEN TTDI

Tim Chew

[Event]   Sylvia and I headed over to Menara KEN TTDI on 26 November 2018 for Hennessy Declassified 2018 which once again gave us Malaysian consumers a glimpse into the brand’s vineyards and cellars from the Cognac region from 26th of November to 1st of December 2018. (Read about my experience at the first ever Hennessy Declassified in Malaysia here – https://timchew.net/2017/12/27/hennessy-declassified-2017-at-platinum-park-kuala-lumpur/). Hennessy Declassified provided us guests with a digitally immersive experience to understand the art of Hennessy’s craftsmanship that has been passed on for eight generations over the past 252 years and its entire Hennessy cognac-making process.      … Continue reading Hennessy Declassified 2018 at Menara KEN TTDI

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Leica Sofort Afternoon Tea with MHB Digital at Banyan Tree Kuala Lumpur

Tim Chew

[In Partnership with Leica Malaysia and Banyan Tree Kuala Lumpur]    We recently headed over to Altitude at Banyan Tree Kuala Lumpur for the Leica x YL Camera afternoon tea with Banyan Tree KL. Altitude is located on Level 53, and offers a calming environment with a panoramic view of the Kuala Lumpur skyline (which includes the Petronas Twin Towers!), that’s a perfect setting for morning coffee, light lunches, afternoon tea, or even to enjoy handpicked wines or craft beers, paired with a casual menu. We were in luck as the hotel gave us a preview of their Festive Afternoon … Continue reading Leica Sofort Afternoon Tea with MHB Digital at Banyan Tree Kuala Lumpur

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MIGF 2018 Awards & Celebration Finale

Tim Chew

[MIGF 2018]   Headed over to Ruyi & Lyn in Bangsar Shopping Centre in Kuala Lumpur, on 1 November 2018 for the Awards & Finale Celebration of the 2018 edition of the Malaysia International Gastronomy Festival (MIGF). I was pretty blessed to be hosted by three (3) festival restaurants this year and you can read about them here: https://timchew.net/2018/09/07/migf-2018-menu-at-2ox-kuala-lumpur/ https://timchew.net/2018/09/10/migf-2018-menu-at-champignons-at-oasis-square-ara-damansara/ https://timchew.net/2018/09/02/migf-2018-menu-at-samplings-on-the-fourteenth-berjaya-times-square-hotel/ The finale embodied the spirit of muhibah – which is this year’s festival theme – and brought together participating chefs, restaurant teams, VIPs, socialites and notable industry figures to celebrate the culmination of the month-long festival, back this year after … Continue reading MIGF 2018 Awards & Celebration Finale

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Canmake Fun Fair 2018

Tim Chew

[Event]    We recently attended the Canmake Tokyo Fun Fair 2018 which was held at the ALYA International Gallery in Kuala Lumpur. Canmake has been in the market for 33 years and has consistently enjoyed tremendous popularity with its range of petite-price cosmetics that takes the effort out of looking pretty and fashionable. Canmake has been in Malaysian market for 13 years with Teeni Enterprise as the brand’s sole importer and distributor in Malaysia since its debut. The brand has since expanded and is available at over 150 points of sales which includes Sasa, Aeon Wellness, Guardian, Aeon Departmental Store, … Continue reading Canmake Fun Fair 2018

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Upcoming Events – Tchaikovsky’s Swan Lake by Ballet West UK Live in Genting, Malaysia and Shucked Oyster Festival 2018

Tim Chew

[Upcoming Events] Tchaikovsky’s Swan Lake by Ballet West UK Live in Genting, Malaysia Fans of ballet, you won’t want to miss the upcoming Tchaikovsky’s Swan Lake by Ballet West UK which will be showcased to Malaysian audiences for the very first time in Asia! A widespread and highly technical form of dance, ballet is believed to have originated during the Italian Renaissance and made popular by the King Louis XIV’s court throughout history. Ballet is an artistic dance form performed to music, using precise and highly formalized set steps and gestures. Classical ballet, which originated in Renaissance Italy and established … Continue reading Upcoming Events – Tchaikovsky’s Swan Lake by Ballet West UK Live in Genting, Malaysia and Shucked Oyster Festival 2018

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MHB June 2018 Influencer Dinner Presented by Tangerine at The Face Suites

Tim Chew

[Special Event]   We recently headed over to Tangerine restaurant at THE FACE Suites which is a luxury all-suite hotel located in the vicinity of Kuala Lumpur’s Golden Triangle – the city’s commercial, shopping and entertainment hub. The hotel is located along Jalan Sultan Ismail, and is a short distance from the Petronas Twin Towers and KL Tower as well as shopping and entertainment districts such as Suria KLCC and Pavilion Kuala Lumpur. The all-suite hotel comprises 200 suites with a stunning view of the Kuala Lumpur city skyline. Designed to cater the need for business and leisure travellers, the all-suite … Continue reading MHB June 2018 Influencer Dinner Presented by Tangerine at The Face Suites

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Launch of 443 Bar Lounge at The Westin Kuala Lumpur

Tim Chew

[Food & Beverage]   Kassey and I recently attended the preview of the new 443 Bar Lounge which has taken over the once prominent Qba Bar & Grill at The Westin Kuala Lumpur. The new bar preserved the old unique architecture and interior, but now represents a classical and nostalgic hermitage, bringing guests away from the hustle and bustle of the city into the comfy lounge at The Westin Kuala Lumpur. 443 signifies the number of rooms at The Westin Kuala Lumpur, denoting the attention given to each individual guest. The bar lounge presents a hide-away sanctuary where guests can unwind with … Continue reading Launch of 443 Bar Lounge at The Westin Kuala Lumpur

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Events – April 2018

Tim Chew

[Events] London No.1 Launch at Mandarin Grill, Mandarin Oriental Kuala Lumpur   Recently headed over to the Mandarin Grill in Mandarin Oriental Kuala Lumpur for the official launch of London No.1 gin (http://thelondon1.com/) in Malaysia. Distilled in small batches in the heart of London, this gin’s unique flavour is the result of the quality of the raw ingredients used, as well as its distillation in pot stills (traditionally the only stills used for distillation in small quantities). The evening was a rather intimate affair with invited guests, modern on-trade owners, as well as media, and we got to enjoy gin and … Continue reading Events – April 2018

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The “Gourmet Journey” Stay Package at The St. Regis Singapore

Tim Chew

[Travel News]   The St. Regis Singapore launched a promotional stay package known as the Gourmet Journey, valid for stays from 1 March to 31 December 2018. Enjoy an exquisite two-night stay in one of the hotel’s luxuriously-appointed rooms, and participate in a private tour experience where you will discover the sights and sounds of one of Singapore’s most eminent cultural precincts – Katong. A personal guide will be sharing the insights of this charming district, and you will also get to sample some of Singapore’s most iconic culinary delights, and see first-hand how they are carefully crafted. The package … Continue reading The “Gourmet Journey” Stay Package at The St. Regis Singapore

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Triumph Previews their #TogetherWeTriumph Campaign at 1 Utama’s Fashion Week “Style At One” 2018

Tim Chew

[Event]   Triumph previewed their #TogetherWeTriumph campaign at 1 Utama’s Fashion Week “Style At One” 2018 on 9 April 2018. With me this time round were MHB social media influencers Any Wong, YJ and Nicole Fu. Triumph will be launching a global campaign titled #TogetherWeTriumph, to empower and recognise sisterhood and togetherness, marking a new creative direction for the brand in 2018. For over 130 years, Triumph has been supporting women through their product, giving the feeling of total confidence and providing fit solutions for all shapes and sizes.  Embedded in the Triumph Brand Values is the support of women … Continue reading Triumph Previews their #TogetherWeTriumph Campaign at 1 Utama’s Fashion Week “Style At One” 2018