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New Summer 2019 Menu at Chez Gaston KL by Rendez-Vous in Bangsar, Kuala Lumpur

Tim Chew

[Food & Beverage]   My partner in crime and I recently visited French bistro Chez Gaston by Rendez-Vous which is located in Bangsar Utama, Kuala Lumpur. “Chez Gaston” is a traditional French restaurant and bar located just a few minutes from the bustling Telawi streets and one (1) minute walk from the Bangsar LRT station. This French bistro’s concept is to provide authentic and affordable French cuisine while offering a laid-back atmosphere in which to truly relax and enjoy great food and drinks with family and friends. The bistro is helmed by Chef Florian Nigen whose family ran a well-known … Continue reading New Summer 2019 Menu at Chez Gaston KL by Rendez-Vous in Bangsar, Kuala Lumpur

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Lunch with The Botanist Gin and their Brand Ambassadors, Chloe Wood and Rick Joore

Tim Chew

[Event]     Headed over to Chocha Foodstore along Petaling Street in downtown Kuala Lumpur on 16 July 2019 for an exclusive and intimate luncheon with The Botanist Gin and their Brand Ambassadors, Chloe Wood and Rick Joore. A sensory introduction to the brand preceded the eclectic lunch with Chocha’s fusion dishes served alongside some bespoke The Botanist cocktails. It was certainly an interesting experience and an opportunity to get up close and personal with the brand ambassadors who were happy to share their knowledge on the brand.       The Botanist is Islay’s first and only dry gin. Now … Continue reading Lunch with The Botanist Gin and their Brand Ambassadors, Chloe Wood and Rick Joore

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Edaran Tan Chong Motor Launches the Nissan LEAF in Malaysia

Tim Chew

[Automotive News]   Edaran Tan Chong Motor Sdn Bhd (ETCM) launched the 100% electric Nissan LEAF (CBU Japan) in Petaling Jaya on 23 July 2019. The 100% electric and zero emission All-New Nissan LEAF is the icon of Nissan Intelligent Mobility, the company’s approach to changing the way cars are powered, driven and integrated into society. The All-New Nissan LEAF highlights the three (3) aspects of Nissan Intelligent Mobility – Nissan Intelligent Power, Nissan Intelligent Driving and Nissan Intelligent Integration.      The new e-powertrain in the All-New Nissan LEAF generates maximum power of 150PS (110kW) and 320Nm of torque … Continue reading Edaran Tan Chong Motor Launches the Nissan LEAF in Malaysia

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Dining & Hospitality News – August 2019

Tim Chew

[Hotel/ Dining] Guest Chef Gari Abdel at Sofitel Kuala Lumpur Damansara    Crystal and I headed over to Sofitel Kuala Lumpur Damansara on 1 August 2019 for official launch of the hotel’s “Flavours of Morocco” promotion in partnership with the Embassy of the Kingdom of Morocco in Kuala Lumpur. The launch was held at Le Bar Cocktail & Stories and was officiated by Sofitel Kuala Lumpur Damansara’s General Manager, Mr Franck Loison, and Madam Nawal Arifi, Deputy Head of Mission from the Embassy of the Kingdom of Morocco in Kuala Lumpur. The hotel invited Moroccan guest chef, Gari Abdel from … Continue reading Dining & Hospitality News – August 2019

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Vivo S1 Officially Launched in Malaysia

Tim Chew

[Tech & Gadgets]   Vivo Malaysia officially launched the Vivo S1 on 24 July 2019 at Bangsar Shopping Centre, Kuala Lumpur in an event featuring a guest appearance and performance by Vivo Star Priscilla Abby. The first model of the S-Series, with the tagline “Unlock Your Style”, is targeted at young consumers who are energetic, stylish, and always keep up with the latest trends. The Vivo S1 comes with a range of features such as Screen Touch ID, a 32MP AI Selfie Camera, a 4500mAh big battery with Dual-Engine Fast Charging, an AI Triple Rear Camera and a stylish design … Continue reading Vivo S1 Officially Launched in Malaysia

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Traders Hotel Kuala Lumpur’s 13th Anniversary Celebration & Shanghai Night Season 5 at Skybar Kuala Lumpur

Tim Chew

[Hotel/ Hospitality] Summer Party at Skybar in Conjunction with Traders Hotel Kuala Lumpur’s 13th Anniversary Celebration   We headed over to Skybar at Traders Hotel Kuala Lumpur on 20 July 2019 for the hotel’s 13th Anniversary Summer Party featuring guest DJs Jodie and Lady Anna on the decks, and supported by The Botanist and Belvedere Vodka. Traders Hotel Kuala Lumpur was conceived as a “new generation city centre hotel” when it first opened its doors in August 2006, and soon became a leading business class hotel in Kuala Lumpur. It was very strategically located right in Kuala Lumpur City Centre with integrated access to … Continue reading Traders Hotel Kuala Lumpur’s 13th Anniversary Celebration & Shanghai Night Season 5 at Skybar Kuala Lumpur

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Seafood Buffet Dinner at Feast, and Mooncakes (2019) at Yue, Sheraton Petaling Jaya

Tim Chew

[Hotel/ Dining]    We recently headed over to Sheraton Petaling Jaya to try their new seafood dinner buffet at Feast which is currently on-going until 15 August 2019. The buffet which features a spread of seafood dishes from fresh ice bar items to traditionally prepared rich flavoured items, is exclusively available on weekdays Monday to Thursday from 6:30PM until 10:30PM, priced at only RM98nett (with a 50% discount for children age from 6 – 12 years old) which makes this a tremendously good value for money offering by the hotel. The buffet has more than 100 items on daily rotation. … Continue reading Seafood Buffet Dinner at Feast, and Mooncakes (2019) at Yue, Sheraton Petaling Jaya

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Kronenbourg 1664 Blanc’s ‘Dinner In Blue’ (2019) at Chateau de Caffeinees, Kuala Lumpur

Tim Chew

  Kronenbourg 1664 Blanc had an exclusive dining experience themed “Dinner In Blue” on 12 July 2019 at Chateau de Caffeinees in Kuala Lumpur. The venue was draped in blue and adorned in opulent décor depicting the iconic blue-hued bottle and one of the colours of the French flag, illuminating a cool ambience.      1664 Blanc is once again involved with the local fashion scene, this time as the official beer of the upcoming KL Fashion Week 2019 (KLFW 2019). As a teaser of this gala event which takes place from 21 to 25 August 2019, there was a fashion … Continue reading Kronenbourg 1664 Blanc’s ‘Dinner In Blue’ (2019) at Chateau de Caffeinees, Kuala Lumpur

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AmBank Launches the Ambank – UnionPay Platinum Credit Card

Tim Chew

[Finance News]      Headed over to Pavilion Kuala Lumpur yesterday afternoon for AmBank (M) Berhad’s (AmBank) launch of the AmBank UnionPay Platinum Credit Card. AmBank is the first local bank in Malaysia to partner UnionPay on a credit card collaboration with the AmBank UnionPay Platinum Credit Card that brings Malaysian travellers a whole host of benefits. I for one, am delighted to see a financial institution like Ambank provide products and benefits that bring value to their customers’ lifestyle, rather than being a huge cold organisation just focused on profitability. AmBank has had a strong partnership with UnionPay since … Continue reading AmBank Launches the Ambank – UnionPay Platinum Credit Card

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Frederique Constant Only Watch – Meteorite Tourbillon Perpetual Calendar Manufacture

Tim Chew

[Luxury Timepieces]   Frederique Constant launches a unique edition of its successful Tourbillon Perpetual Calendar Manufacture watch in 18K rose gold featuring a blue tint Meteorite skeleton dial with a heartbeat opening at 6 o’clock, offering its wearer a peek … Continue reading Frederique Constant Only Watch – Meteorite Tourbillon Perpetual Calendar Manufacture