Exploring Dom Pérignon Vintage 2008 with Chef Darren Chin

Dom Pérignon Vintage 2008 revisits the archetype of champagne with added depth, density and complexity to balance out acidity, concision and aromatic purity. Congratulations are in order for Chef Darren Chin. The chef proprietor of city-wide famous DC Restaurant and…

Whisky Hour: Johnnie Walker Blue Label Ghost and Rare Port Ellen

The second entry in Johnnie Walker’s Ghost and Rare series focuses on the distillery character from closed Port Ellen on Islay. The word ‘ghost’ here does not mean scary shadows, instead, it refers to distilleries that are no longer in…

Fine dining etiquette 101: The do’s and don’ts at the dinner table

We speak to Hor Phooi Sin, Principal Consultant of Etiquette Academy Asia on the do’s and don’ts of fine dining so you can avoid ‘that awkward moment’ during your next fancy meal. Unless you’re born into a royal or noble…

Martell and Babe team up for a sensorial experiment at The Wonderarium

It is the first of four experiential cocktails and tapas events to take you on a gastronomical journey with a dose of sensorial experimentation. What do you get when the oldest of the great cognac houses, House of Martell, joins hands…

Michelin-starred restaurant Ishigaki Yoshida is invading Sushi Ryu for a limited time

Drop by Sushi Ryu to savour Chef Junichi Yoshida’s Ultimate Crispy Steak. Available only for a limited time. Those who have been waiting to savour Michelin-starred Japanese cuisine in town, your wait is over! Sushi Ryu is collaborating with one-Michelin-starred…

3 Malaysian bars made it into Asia’s 50 Best Bars 2019 – here’s the full list

Coley climbed 19 spots up the ranks from last year to place at no. 27, rightfully earning The Best Bar in Malaysia 2019 award. The prestigious Asia’s 50 Best Bars list have just been announced for 2019 and Malaysia is…

Chef Ramiro Moya takes over the kitchen at PRIME, Le Méridien Kuala Lumpur

The Argentinian chef has cooked with world-renowned chefs like Chef Gordon Ramsey, Chef Pablo Massy and Chef Fernando Trocca. If you are a fan of Latin food and can never say no to a good steak, you will be pleased…

7 child-friendly dining places in the Klang Valley to satisfy parent and child

Here are seven places around the Klang Valley where parents can take a breather from coping with inexhaustible levels of energy, while the children enjoy playtime safely. Every parent has been through this: taking the family out for a nice…

Mother’s Day plans: 7 quintessential high tea places for bonding time

If you want a walk down memory lane, one of these places will allow you to relive your art and craft days. It’s Mother’s Day this Sunday, a perfect opportunity to don your Sunday best and take mum out for…

Starbucks uses artistic splendour to break into the coffee scene in Milan

There is no frappucino on the menu here, just FYI. We are not sure if the largest coffee chain in the world will be able to make inroads in a country steeped in coffee culture, but it is a step…