Seafood along coastal states are nothing new but the Hock Chiews have their own brand of preparation, most notably with their signature clever manipulations of pungent flavours to bring out the best sweetness of everyday produce. Malacca has long been…
Oct 15, 2018
Lafite invites you to discover your element with its interactive dining concept
Available from 18 September to 24 November, the Five Elements dining concept features five distinctive 3-course menus based on the properties of each element. Wood, fire, metal, earth and water: which is your birth element? The answer is believed to…
Oct 14, 2018
Chef on Chef 2 Episode 1: Sushi Hibiki hosts Chef Jeff Ramsey
Chef Jeff Ramsey of Babe Gastro drops by Sushi Hibiki at Four Seasons KL for an omakase journey of the senses. Check out the giveaway to win your own experience. Washoku (和食) noun Japanese food, highlighted in the second season…
Oct 11, 2018
Bref is Chef Darren Chin’s return to the heart of French cuisine
Bref by Darren Chin recalls the spirit of the French countryside, where the only aspects overpowering the meal are laughter and conviviality. By now, Darren Chin and his flagship DC Restaurant are mainstays in the local haute cuisine scene. But…
Oct 10, 2018
Saint Pierre KL promises an Adventure tinged with novelty and nostalgia
Does Saint Pierre KL live up to its hype? We popped by to try its 12-course Adventure menu and find out. Malaysia has yet to feature its own Michelin Guide, but with the immense growth in the local food and…
Oct 08, 2018
Warmth and variety of casual Japanese cuisine highlighted at Hana Dining
Egawa nigiri may have stolen the show, but Hana Dining delights in much more. Quaint spots have a way of sneaking into our dining lists, be it for a quick meal post-shopping, or a casual dinner with friends. Hana Dining‘s…
Oct 01, 2018
Support breast cancer awareness while enjoying this Pink Afternoon Tea
With every purchase of the Pink Afternoon Tea, Mandarin Oriental KL will contribute 10 percent to the Pink Ribbon Wellness (L) Foundation in their mission to fight breast cancer. As part of an initiative to support breast cancer awareness, Executive…
Sep 28, 2018
Nobu crosses borders for a limited-time menu celebrating its trademark style
What happens when Nobu KL meets Nobu London? Nobu style ice kacang, apparently. Four chefs from Nobu London and Nobu Kuala Lumpur have come together to curate a limited-time menu. We got a taste of Nobu Crossing Borders courtesy of…
Sep 25, 2018
Learning the secrets of a Malay Kitchen with Chef Ann’s east coast-inspired touches
We set out to discover the secrets of a Malay kitchen during our stay at Tanjong Jara Resort under the tutelage of its head chef and Menu Master, Chef Ann. Malaysian cuisine is perhaps one of the hardest to define…
Sep 24, 2018
Cape Mentelle is made to transport seafood lovers to the coast and back
Best enjoyed by the beach, but when not, close your eyes and it’ll take you there through your taste buds. Tucked away in the southwest corner of the Land Down Under is Cape Mentelle, a pioneering winery of the renowned…