Enter Martell’s exceptional boutique dedicated to tasting, exploration and exclusive product offerings of all things Martell in one of China’s busiest hubs. For over three centuries, Maison Martell has grown, harvested, crafted and shipped to the rest of the world…
Sep 15, 2020
#SupportLocal: Art of Salmó – delivering sashimi-grade fjord trout to you
During these difficult times, livelihoods have been affected, businesses are disrupted and dreams, diminished on a global scale. FirstClasse, in collaboration with Newswav, wants to help provide some much needed publicity to local businesses going through tough times with this…
Sep 15, 2020
From North to South: where to find the many laksa of Malaysia
While laksa stands as one of the dishes that’s quintessentially Malaysian, it’s also one that transcends styles and regions. The late Anthony Bourdain once called Sarawak laksa ‘Breakfast of the Gods’, during his visit to Kuching, Sarawak in 2015. This…
Sep 15, 2020
It doesn’t get bubblier than a Yayoi Kusama X Veuve Clicquot champagne
The multi-disciplinary artist will be lending her name and iconic polka dots to the brand’s latest signature vintage, the La Grande Dame 2012. Renowned Japanese designer Yayoi Kusama has partnered with French champagne house Veuve Clicquot for a limited-edition champagne…
Sep 14, 2020
The origin story behind 5 well-loved traditional Malaysian pastries
In celebration of our national pride this Malaysia Day, we take a closer look at the origin stories behind five well-loved Malaysian pastries. The Danish have croissants and the Italians have cannoli. The Turkish have baclava and the British have…
Sep 11, 2020
Veuve Clicquot goes retro chic with new Clicquot Tape packaging
Veuve Clicquot celebrates memory and meaning with a new limited edition collection of Clicquot Tape. Today’s flashback Friday is brought to you by Veuve Clicquot, who is going “Retro, Chic!” with a new Clicquot Tape packaging that’s inspired by the…
Sep 11, 2020
A 100-point Grange vintage leads the 2020 Penfolds wine collection
Leading a selection spanning five Australian red and white vintages is the 66th consecutive release of the Grange, the winery’s enduring testament to its house-style blends. Come what may in 2020 – and we’ve seen a lot happening so far…
Sep 10, 2020
Playte brings Asian flavours and Western sensibilities to its inspiring menu
We return to The Republik, this time to discover the new à la carte dishes at Playte. There’s nothing like the bright-eyed enthusiasm and fresh creativity that comes from the youth, which is evident at Playte Contemporary Dining. Here, young…
Sep 07, 2020
Ebisu brings its brand of Japanese dining to new heights at Altitude
Ebisu’s new home at Banyan Tree KL’s Altitude offers a modern, spacious setting to savour its brand of Japanese cuisine with a contemporary leaning. Watch out Nobu, there’s another spot in town out to tempt fans of Japanese cuisine with…
Sep 07, 2020
The science and art behind food and wine pairing on an island resort
Over a weekend at The Westin Langkawi Resort & Spa, we learned just how much careful thought and meticulous planning went into a meal at the property. Our tastebuds are tricky things. They know what they like, what they don’t.…