Arran Whisky Dinner at The Social Desa ParkCity and Modi & Rosa Review

Arran Whisky Dinner at The Social Desa ParkCity [Event]   Alice and I headed over to The Social at Desa ParkCity recently for the Arran whisky tasting dinner by Single & Available (who is the distributor of Arran in Malaysia) and The Social. Like many Scotch whisky brands, Arran is named after the place the distillery is located at which in this case is the Isle of Arran. The Isle of Arran covers an area of 432 square kilometres, making it the largest island in the Firth of Clyde and the seventh largest Scottish island. The Arran distillery is the only … Continue reading Arran Whisky Dinner at The Social Desa ParkCity and Modi & Rosa Review

Launch of Modi & Rosa Italian Dining & Wine Bar, Glo Damansara

[Food & Beverage News]   Tracy and I headed over to Glo Damansara, Kuala Lumpur on 24 February 2017 for the launch of Modi & Rosa Italian Dining & Wine Bar, which was officiated by H. E. Mario Sammartino, the Italian ambassador to Malaysia. The latest F&B establishment in Glo Damansara is a new casual dining restaurant, lounge and wine bar and is a place that is suitable for both singles and families. Modi & Rosa prides itself on its authentic Italian cuisine and exclusive imported wines, and puts the famiglia or family spirit as the heart and soul of … Continue reading Launch of Modi & Rosa Italian Dining & Wine Bar, Glo Damansara

The Kuala Lumpur Restaurant & Dining Market Conundrum

[Food & Beverage] Disclaimer – I am not food and beverage expert nor do I claim to be one. The following is purely my opinion based on my recent observations and conversations with brand owners, proprietors and consumers. Being in the media gives me a unique position where we are the bridge between brands (in this case restaurants since we’re talking about the restaurant and dining market) with consumers. Given the high level of competition these days from F&B establishments all vying for a shrinking pie of consumer spending, it’s not surprising to see shuttered restaurants in almost every neighbourhood, … Continue reading The Kuala Lumpur Restaurant & Dining Market Conundrum