[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
[Timepieces] Tough conditions call for a tough watch and Luminox recently launched their new Navy SEAL 3580 series, the latest evolution of the best-selling Navy SEAL collection of Luminox watches. Consisting of five models, the series sports several exciting new features including a chronograph function and CARBONOX™ casing. The US Navy SEALs are the most elite combat unit in the world, whose core values embrace never quitting and teamwork. They are the special forces called upon to take on the most daunting of missions, from battling terrorists, to hostage rescue and so on so forth, these guys are trained … Continue reading Luminox Navy SEAL Collection 3580 Series
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
[Tech & Gadgets] Leica Camera AG – a brand renowned worldwide for its superior cameras and optics, departed from the norm and launched a completely new and exclusive product line – the Leica Watch, on 13 June 2018 in … Continue reading Leica Departs from the Norm with the Launch of the Leica Watch
[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
[Tech & Gadgets] Headed over to the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre on 31 May for ASUS Malaysia’s official launch of the all-new ZenFone 5, and the ZenFone Max Pro (M1). The new ZenFone 5 was designed to be a next-generation 6.2-inch dual-camera smartphone that’s the first ever ZenFone to harness the power of artificial intelligence (AI), while the ZenFone Max Pro (M1) is targeted at gamers with its powerful processor and high-capacity battery. The ZenFone 5 is powered by the latest Qualcomm® Snapdragon™ 636 Mobile Platform that provides smooth, responsive, power-efficient performance and AI capabilities. ZenFone 5 has an intelligent dual-camera … Continue reading ASUS Launches the All-New ZenFone 5 and ZenFone Max Pro (M1) in Malaysia
[Luxury Dining] Joanne and I recently attended the RAVENTOS i BLANC wine pairing dinner on 23 May 2018 at BABE – Japas Fun Dining in Damansara Heights, Kuala Lumpur. The Raventós family has lived on their estate in Barcelona, Spain since 1497. Over the years, twenty-one generations have worked this land, which comprises 90 hectares of vines, forest and lake, with a specific microclimate influenced by the river, a lake, two streams and a hill known as the Turó del Serral. The terroir (soils) are calcareous with marine fossils, and this provides the ideal conditions for producing wines with … Continue reading Raventós Wine Pairing Dinner at BABE – Japas Fun Dining
[Tech & Gadgets] OPPO launched their new OPPO R15 Pro on 24 May 2018 at Ruyi & Lyn in Bangsar, Kuala Lumpur, adding a new offering to their O-fans Malaysia. Being an Oppo user myself for a brief period of time, I was quite excited to see the latest innovations that Oppo would undoubtedly add to this latest intelligent (and no its no more smartphone, the latest like of phones from most of the manufacturers are now “intelligent” phones) phone. At the price of RM2,399, OPPO R15 Pro is available to pre-order from 25th May 2018 till … Continue reading Oppo R15 Launched in Malaysia
[Events] London No.1 Launch at Mandarin Grill, Mandarin Oriental Kuala Lumpur Recently headed over to the Mandarin Grill in Mandarin Oriental Kuala Lumpur for the official launch of London No.1 gin (http://thelondon1.com/) in Malaysia. Distilled in small batches in the heart of London, this gin’s unique flavour is the result of the quality of the raw ingredients used, as well as its distillation in pot stills (traditionally the only stills used for distillation in small quantities). The evening was a rather intimate affair with invited guests, modern on-trade owners, as well as media, and we got to enjoy gin and … Continue reading Events – April 2018
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