[Preview] BREF by Darren Chin is located at: 26, Lorong Datuk Sulaiman 1, Taman Tun Dr Ismail, 60000 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Telephone: 03-77315032 Website: http://www.bref-kl.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/brefkl/ Operating Hours: 6.00pm till late (bookings for dinner start from 7.00pm). Closed on Sundays. . Continue reading BREF by Darren Chin in Taman Tun Dr. Ismail (TTDI), Kuala Lumpur
[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
[MIGF 2018] 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 is a 90-seater modern French with a Mediterranean twist cuisine bistro, and is takes up two (2) lots along the redeveloped The Row KL (formerly Asian Heritage Row) along Jalan Doraisamy (next to Sheraton Imperial KL Hotel) in downtown Kuala Lumpur. 2OX was established in 2015, and was soon known as one of Kuala Lumpur’s most authentic French eateries (although I must add that there weren’t too many … Continue reading MIGF 2018 Menu at 2OX, Kuala Lumpur
[MIGF 2018] My partner in crime and I recently visited Samplings On The Fourteenth which is located at the East Tower on the 14th floor of Berjaya Times Square Hotel, Kuala Lumpur, Since opening its doors in 2011, Samplings On The Fourteenth Restaurant is known as one of the fine-dining restaurants in the local dining scene and has won numerous awards (including many from MIGF), as it provides good service, an innovative menu, comfortable ambience, as well as a premium culinary experience. The restaurant’s main dining room seats 60 people with an addition of 2 private rooms that accommodates … Continue reading MIGF 2018 Menu at Samplings on the Fourteenth, Berjaya Times Square Hotel
[Fashion/ Tech] Kassey and I headed over to Pavilion KL on 9 August 2018 for the HUAWEI Nova Superstar Night at KL Fashion Week (KLFW) 2018 featuring a line-up of fashion showcases by SeanShila, Jimmy Lim and LANA. The opening act by HUAWEI and KLFW included models and dancers with the bright and trendy colours of HUAWEI nova 3 and nova 3i, namely Pearl White, Black, Iris Purple and the highlight of the night – red! The show was pretty full with over 300 guests, which included celebrities and fashion influencers such as Amber Chia, Tuti Mood Noor, Niena Azman, … Continue reading HUAWEI Nova Superstar Night at KL Fashion Week (KLFW) 2018
[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
[Automotive News] Remember when Tom Cruise drove the BMW Vision EfficientDynamics electric concept car in Mission Impossible: Ghost Protocol back in 2011? That concept car ended up as base for BMW’s i8 hybrid-electric vehicle which saw production in 2014, and is … Continue reading BMW Group Malaysia Unveils the BMW Concept X7 iPerformance
Stepping into Hanare at The Intermark, Kuala Lumpur, is akin to entering a haven away from the bustling Kuala Lumpur city centre. “Hanare” itself translates to “離れ” (hanare), meaning “away from home,” yet the ambiance exudes a sense of warm comfort and pampering, truly a home away from home. Here, they aim to fulfill not just physical comfort but also a deep-seated desire for delicious, authentic Japanese cuisine. Hanare caters specifically to those who appreciate the quality and freshness of authentic Japanese fare. They use some of the finest seasonal seafood, air-flown directly from Japan to ensure the perfect ingredients … Continue reading Omakase Menu at Hanare Japanese Restaurant, The Intermark Kuala Lumpur
[Event] Joanne and I headed over to Sofitel Kuala Lumpur Damansara on 27 June 2018 for their inaugural Fête de la Musique celebration right here in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. As a hotel brand that stays true to its French heritage, each year Sofitel Hotels & Resorts celebrates the Summer Solstice with its annual Fête de la Musique celebration across all its properties worldwide. Sofitel Hotels & Resorts acts as French musical and cultural ambassadors, giving locals a taste of the French festival with all its properties worldwide hosting unique celebrations that unite French elegance with local elements. Fête de la … Continue reading Fete de la Musique (2018) at Sofitel Kuala Lumpur Damansara
[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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