Versace Menswear Fall Winter 2016
[Luxury Fashion] It’s written in the stars – this is the universe of Versace and it was duly presented in the Versace Menswear Fall Winter 2016 fashion show. The show featured styling by David Bradshaw, hair by Guido Palau, makeup by Pat McGrath, music by Simon Halsberghe and fibre optic fabrics powered by DreamLux. Astronomy, astrology, man in space: a wardrobe from the heavens for the Versace man today. Fiber optic tracksuits are like the future now, while light-up sweatshirts have piping as if from astronaut suits. Sleek tailoring and space-age metallic trenches are worn over white roll necks, … Continue reading Versace Menswear Fall Winter 2016
90 Plus Wine Club Malaysia Wine Pairing Lunch
[Event] Josephine and I headed over to Antara Restaurant at Old Malaya, in downtown Kuala Lumpur on 14 January 2017 for the 90 Plus Wine Club Wine Pairing Lunch. The 90 Plus Wine Club is Napa Valley’s Premiere, International Wine Club, and supplies their members with the finest wines in the region, all pre-selected based upon their 90+ ratings. The wines included are a cross-section of Napa Valley wines and the surrounding areas. Membership in the club grants members the privilege of having all of the wines shipped over on a regularly scheduled basis at a significantly lower transportation expense than … Continue reading 90 Plus Wine Club Malaysia Wine Pairing Lunch
Chinese New Year Menu at Celestial Court, Sheraton Imperial Kuala Lumpur (2017)
[Review] Celestial Court at Sheraton Imperial Kuala Lumpur is all ready to celebrate the Year of the Rooster and usher in the Lunar New Year as Executive Chinese Chef Ho Boon has created specially-crafted menus and mouth-watering dishes for the special occasion. Some of the highlights of the special menu includes the special sliced Abalone and Norwegian Salmon Yee Sang, Crispy Roasted Chicken with Golden Garlic, Fragrant Golden ‘Jin Sha’ Style spicy slipper lobster, and Sauté fresh scallop with fresh lily pulp in homemade spicy XO sauce. You can also select to have one of the restaurant’s four (4) exclusive … Continue reading Chinese New Year Menu at Celestial Court, Sheraton Imperial Kuala Lumpur (2017)
Food Review – Kouzu Japanese Tapas Bar TTDI
[ADV] The F&B scene in Taman Tun Dr. Ismail (TTDI) which has seen many changes over the years. This I know first hand because I used to live in TTDI for over 20 years. When TTDI was first inhabited in the early 80’s, it was a sleepy little housing area on the outskirts of Kuala Lumpur neighbouring a palm oil estate. In fact, our food choices were pretty limited to a couple of Chinese coffeeshops or kopitiams and mamaks until the arrival of KFC, McDonald’s, White Castle, Pizza Hut and Grandy’s in the late 80’s which triggered a fast … Continue reading Food Review – Kouzu Japanese Tapas Bar TTDI
Chinese New Year Menu at Dynasty Chinese Restaurant, Renaissance Kuala Lumpur Hotel
[Review] Joyce and I headed over to Dynasty Chinese Restaurant at Renaissance Kuala Lumpur Hotel to try out this year’s Chinese New Year festive menu specially prepared by Executive Sous Chef Kok Chee Kin and his team. This festive menu features selected Cantonese cuisine dishes and sets that will only be available from 11 January until 11 February 2017. Celebrate the Lunar New Year with festive delights such as a Dim Sum selection, Treasure Pot or Poon Choi, luxurious Set Menus, Claypot Waxed Meat Rice and a variety of Yee Sang for prosperity. Dynasty Restaurant offers 6 types of Yee … Continue reading Chinese New Year Menu at Dynasty Chinese Restaurant, Renaissance Kuala Lumpur Hotel
Valentine’s Day 2017 – Romantic Dinners in Kuala Lumpur, Klang Valley, Langkawi and Penang
Valentine’s Day dinner info from Majestic Hotel KL, Babe, Prime, Villa Danieli, Andaman Langkawi and more… Continue reading Valentine’s Day 2017 – Romantic Dinners in Kuala Lumpur, Klang Valley, Langkawi and Penang
Samsung Galaxy A Series (2017) Launched in Malaysia
[Tech & Gadgets] Headed over to Aloft KL Sentral on 5 January 2017 for Samsung Malaysia Electronics’ launch of two new devices in its latest Galaxy A Series (2017) range, namely the Galaxy A5 (2017) and Galaxy A7 (2017). Samsung revamped its mid-range smartphone range to meet the aspirational desires of the millennials to own a very capable smartphone that will enrich their lifestyle further. “The Galaxy A5 (2017) and Galaxy A7 (2017) are the latest additions to the Malaysian market and they complement the needs of connected millennials who crave spontaneity and seek life’s pleasures in the most … Continue reading Samsung Galaxy A Series (2017) Launched in Malaysia
Chinese New Year Menu at Five Sen5es, The Westin Kuala Lumpur
[Review] The Westin Kuala Lumpur’s authentic Cantonese restaurant, Five Sen5es, welcome the year of the Fire Rooster with a specially curated menu by award-winning Chinese Chef Tan with his team which aims to engage your Sight, Taste, Scent, Touch and Sound, From 12 January to 11 February 2017, Five Sen5es presents 3 exquisite set menus, a selection of fresh Yee Sang, alluring festive à la carte items and an enhanced dim sum brunch, offering a mix of traditional and modern signature creations. In the special menu, look out for Chef Tan’s Double Boiled Chicken Consommé with Sliced Fish Maw, Trumpet … Continue reading Chinese New Year Menu at Five Sen5es, The Westin Kuala Lumpur
H&M Chinese New Year Campaign Starring Li Chen And Fan Bingbing
[Fashion] H&M revealed its 2017 Chinese New Year campaign images which features actor and actress, Li Chen and Fan Bingbing. The images were captured by iconic fashion photographer Chen Man, and combines oriental aesthetics with a contemporary twist, with a campaign that illustrates the celebration of the Spring Festival. “It’s great that a global brand like H&M has curated a special Chinese New Year collection for fashion lovers in Asia and I am very honoured to shoot and be a part of the creative process of this year’s campaign. The mixed art style of east and west is what … Continue reading H&M Chinese New Year Campaign Starring Li Chen And Fan Bingbing
Carlsberg’s CNY Launch 2017 & PAWS UP! “Woof of PAWS Street” Charity Cocktail
[Event] Carlsberg’s Chinese New Year 2017 Campaign Launch Headed over to Pavilion Kuala Lumpur on 10 January, 2017 for the launch of Carlsberg Malaysia’s Chinese New Year promotions. This year’s campaign takes inspiration from the Mandarin pronunciation of rooster（鸡 jī), which bears the same pronunciation as ‘Opportunity’（机 jī ), and Carlsberg seeks to wish all their customers a year filled with golden opportunities! Carlsberg encourages consumers to see opportunities in all directions, striving for the best and never give up to seize all the world can offer. Carlsberg wishes those in the business world to venture into various business … Continue reading Carlsberg’s CNY Launch 2017 & PAWS UP! “Woof of PAWS Street” Charity Cocktail
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