The celebrity chef shares what went into curating a four-season canapés menu that highlights distinct flavours of Martell cognac and Chivas whisky. Curiosity always played a part in Chef Sherson Lian’s culinary journey. Starting out in his mother’s restaurant, this…
Oct 04, 2018
How Cheval des Andes brought Bordeaux wine-making to Argentinian soil
How do you grow wine where there are 300 sunny days in a year? Winemaker Gérald Gabillet may offer some hints with a bottling, or three. Bordeaux winemaker Gérald Gabillet came to Argentina on a mission. It was one born…
Sep 28, 2018
5 bars to drink to magnificent views of KL’s skyline
From rooftop establishments to poolside hangouts, here are five bars in town on our must-visit list for great booze with a side of KL’s skyline. Another week, another new bar to visit in the bustling city of Kuala Lumpur. Or…
Aug 24, 2018
Pacific Standard Bar puts a modern Malaysian spin on old Hollywood
Its quiet, lofty charm is held together by a theme that’s as easy on the eyes as it is the palate. (swipe left) You may well have heard of Pacific Standard Bar by now; perhaps even walked the wooden floor…
Aug 14, 2018
Chivas partners with Manchester United to show how #BlendedisBetter
Both global brands announced their three-year partnership ahead of the new football season, days before the Red Devils played their first game against Leicester last Friday. Antonio Valencia, Chris Smalling and Sergio Romero take position. They’ve got their eyes on…
Aug 07, 2018
Think you know whisky? The Glenlivet Code is about to put that to the test
Whisky lovers are left to decipher The Glenlivet Code using only nose, palate, and a compendium of single-malt memories. A post shared by FirstClasse (@firstclassemalaysia) on Aug 1, 2018 at 7:57am PDT Single malt whiskies have a way of drawing…
Aug 03, 2018
Boozeat wants to make it even easier to get good liquor at your doorstep
Now better fueled by digital marketing, Boozeat is looking out for all players in the game with free delivery and analysis-based action plans. After the 2018 elections, liquor delivery service Boozeat noticed an interesting trend. While Malaysians preferred to drink…
Jul 31, 2018
The London No 1 Gin takes residence at Mandarin Oriental KL all this August
To really peel back the notes of the spirit, we tried it mixed as 3 different specialty cocktails, available only at MO Bar. If you’re a gin aficionado, you’ll be familiar with the bluish hue of the London No 1…
Jul 30, 2018
Game of Thrones Single Malt whiskies will keep you warm this winter
Eight new GoT-themed labels are coming this autumn, named after the Night’s Watch and seven Great Houses of the Seven Kingdoms. That’s right, Diageo is marking its territory in the HBO fantasy land with new Game of Thrones Single Malt…
Jul 26, 2018
5 simple steps to your own personalised gin cocktail
Armed with The Botanist Islay Dry Gin at a small farm, it would take an amateur forager 15 minutes. Step 1: Look around you Though geographically unique, Malaysia and Islay have the similarity of rich local fauna; Malaysia with its…