Oktoberfest (2016) at 1 Utama Shopping Centre

[ADV]   Malaysia’s Hottest Bloggers actually became a digital media agency proper when we were engaged for Oktoberfest back in 2011 and this continued the following year as well. As such, we have lots of fond memories attending the Oktoberfest parties especially the big ones at 1 Utama Shopping Centre.  In fact for some of the parties we even got some of our girls to wear the Dirndl.   This year, Luen Heng F&B once again partners with 1 Utama Shopping Centre to bring Oktoberfest back for the 12th year at 1 Utama, this time with a four (4) day party from 6 … Continue reading Oktoberfest (2016) at 1 Utama Shopping Centre

Malaysia International Gastronomy Festival 2016 – Festival Menu at 2OX, Kuala Lumpur

[MIGF Special Feature]   Janet and I headed over to 2OX one fine evening for a preview of their upcoming MIGF menu. 2OX is pronounced as “two ox” in reference to two (2) oxen which are also referred to as bullocks in certain countries (hence the name bullock carts). The establishment has a bistro concept and is takes up two (2) lots along the newly redeveloped The Row KL (formerly Asian Heritage Row) along Jalan Doraisamy (next to Sheraton Imperial KL Hotel) in downtown Kuala Lumpur. The outside of the bistro is an al fresco dining area for those who … Continue reading Malaysia International Gastronomy Festival 2016 – Festival Menu at 2OX, Kuala Lumpur

The Glenlivet Cipher Unveiled in Malaysia

[Event]   Kassey and I headed over to Skullduggery in Damansara Heights, Kuala Lumpur on 20 September 2016, for the unveiling of The Glenlivet Cipher at a The Glenlivet Guardians’ event. The event venue was not disclosed thus we had to figure it out by solving the clue, then giving the correct answer to a question at the door to enter. “The Glenlivet Cipher is a mystery. All your senses will be tested, as you decode its secret tasting notes. You may even have the makings of a master distiller,” said Alan Winchester, Master Distiller of The Glenlivet. The Glenlivet Cipher was … Continue reading The Glenlivet Cipher Unveiled in Malaysia

Malaysia International Gastronomy Festival 2016 – Pampas at Old Malaya

[MIGF Special Feature]   I really enjoy a good steak however the number of good steakhouses in the Klang Valley are pretty limited. Most places will just overcook my steak even though I tell them MEDIUM RARE. And there’s no way to undo an overcooked steak therefore sometimes if it comes medium or medium well I would just bite the bullet and eat it. During the recent Taste MIGF at Berjaya Times Square Hotel, I did manage to check out the Pampas at Old Malaya booth however as I was busy judging various categories, I didn’t have time to try … Continue reading Malaysia International Gastronomy Festival 2016 – Pampas at Old Malaya

Burberry September 2016 Show

[Luxury Fashion]   Burberry started a week-long programme of activities with the presentation of its inaugural straight-to-consumer collection at Makers House in the heart of Soho, London on 20 September 2016. The entire collection, including the make-up look is now available to purchase globally, including through Burberry’s physical and digital retail network, shipping to over 100 countries. Burberry Chief Creative and Chief Executive Officer Christopher Bailey said, “Tonight’s show marked a very special moment for us – it was the culmination of a series of important changes we made designed to bring our collections closer to our customers. The collection … Continue reading Burberry September 2016 Show

Malaysia International Gastronomy Festival (MIGF) 2016 – Senja at The Club Saujana Resort

[MIGF Special Feature] . My partner in crime and I have very fond memories of The Restaurant at The Club Saujana Resort as we had our very first Malaysia International Gourmet Festival dinner there back in 2013. Since then we’ve had a MIGF dinner every year but nothing stick in our memory quite like our first time. The Restaurant has since been changed to Senja, the resort’s Italian restaurant which has taken up this space situated beside a tranquil pool (not the swimming pool fortunately) and lush gardens since 1 August 2016. The interior has not changed much (it really … Continue reading Malaysia International Gastronomy Festival (MIGF) 2016 – Senja at The Club Saujana Resort

Malaysia International Gastronomy Festival (MIGF) 2016 – The Elite Seafood Restaurant

PREVIEW – FULL STORY TO FOLLOW SOON   [MIGF Special Feature]   Kimberley and I headed over recently to The Elite Seafood Restaurant to try out their Malaysia International Gastronomy Festival 2016 menu.   MIGF 2016 Menu at The Elite Seafood Restaurant *Elite Duo Combinations Platter -Crispy Canadian Oyster -Hokkaido Crab Leg Salad with Avocado 酥炸横琵蠔 伴 牛油果北海道蟹爪沙律 *Nourishing Double-boiled Chicken Soup with Whelk, Chinese Herbs & Star Fruit 星月螺头淮杞炖鸡汤 *Braised 4-head South African Abalone accompanied with Crispy Rice 四头吉品南非鲜鲍鱼伴米筒 Baked Boston Lobster with Foie Gras & Herbs (Half) 香草鹅肝酱焗波士顿龙虾(半只) *Yummy One Mouth Full Egg Noodle 怀旧香港上汤一口面 *Double-boiled Tian Shan … Continue reading Malaysia International Gastronomy Festival (MIGF) 2016 – The Elite Seafood Restaurant

Oktoberfest Beer Tapping Ceremony at Brotzeit Mid Valley Megamall

[Event]   Elaine and I headed over to Brotzeit German Bier Bar & Restaurant in Mid Valley on Saturday, 17 September 2016, for the beer tapping ceremony at 7.30pm (Malaysian time) which is roughly about the same time that the first Oktoberfest barrel is tapped in Germany by the Mayor of  Munich. Oktoberfest was initially started as wedding celebration in 1810 to commemorate the union between Crown Prince Ludwig (who later became King Ludwig I) and Princess Therese of Saxe-Hildburghausen at Theresienwiese (translated as Therese’s meadow / field) – it is for this reason that Oktoberfest is referred to by … Continue reading Oktoberfest Beer Tapping Ceremony at Brotzeit Mid Valley Megamall

Miss Malaysia Global Beauty Queen 2016 Grand Finals

[Event]   Denise and I headed over to the Miss Malaysia Global Beauty Queen 2016 Grand Finals on 4 Sept 2016 at Pullman Bangsar. The pageant was established since 1998 and has a participation of more than 100 countries worldwide. The Miss Malaysia Global Beauty Queen is a platform where young women are given the opportunities to showcase their talent, share their diverse cultural backgrounds and their vision of how the 21st century women should be. This year’s theme – Beauty That Make a Difference – empowers young women to be proactive, women who are self-confident, with a purposeful mission to create … Continue reading Miss Malaysia Global Beauty Queen 2016 Grand Finals

Grand Launch of LAVO

[Event] Headed over to Menara Lien Ho in Tropicana, Petaling Jaya on 8 September 2016 for the grand launch of Lavo – a new restaurant, lounge and wine bar by M Group, the experiential food & beverage specialists behind CHAZE Whiskey Lounge and The Prince Chinese Cuisine. Lavo was opened for business back in June 2016, and provides casual dining in a relaxed environment which spans over 7,000 square feet. The interior décor is industrial chic with a touch of luxe.  Lavo has an extensive wine cellar with wines from the old world and new. The restaurant serves a fusion menu  ranging from … Continue reading Grand Launch of LAVO