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XI'AN NOODLE SIFU AT SHANG PALACE
The city of Xi’an in the northwestern region of China isn’t famous only for its terracotta warriors. ‘La mian’or hand-pulled noodles especially biang biang noodles tossed in chilli oil and a generous...
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INTRIGUING TASTES OF SABAH
Bambangan. Tuhau. Tarap. Losun. Wonihan Leaves. How many of these ingredients ring a bell with you?After 15 years of food writing, I’m painfully aware and slightly ashamed to realise how little I know...
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CELESTIAL DYNASTY ADDS FLAVOUR TO PETALING JAYA
The opening of Celestial Dynasty Chinese restaurant in Petaling Jaya should please the city residents as they have a new dim sum and Chinese banquet outpost to satisfy their culinary cravings....
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MARVELS OF MIAOLI BECKON IN TAIWAN
Take it slow and easy. That’s the clarion call from the Miaoli County Government of Taiwan to Malaysian visitors.Low carbon, eco-friendly Railway Track and Bicycle. Tung Tree Flower Festival. Hakka...
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NORWEGIAN SEAFOOD GALA HITS 25TH YEAR MILESTONE
This year’s Norwegian Seafood Gala Dinner has to be one of the most anticipated annual social events in Kuala Lumpur. It's the 25th year the gala has been held; a significant milestone celebrating the...
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VIETNAMESE SPECIALITIES JUST PHO YOU
Showstopping salads take the limelight at the Just Pho You - A Taste of Vietnam at Latest Recipe. Available as part of the nightly buffet dinner until 24 October, guest chefs Le Manh Hung and Nguyen...
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ORIENTAL STAR SHINES IN CHERAS
The largest banquet hall in Cheras. That is Oriental Star’s claim to fame; heralding the debut the newest restaurant under the Oriental Restaurants group, to open in one of KL’s most densely populated...
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REFINED CHINESE CUISINE RULES AT YUN HOUSE
Egg Tarts with Bird’s Nest aren’t your average birthday cake but the lady being feted was more than happy to savour them. Delicate and feather-light, the buttery, flaky baked pastries filled with...
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INSTAGRAMMABLE NEW EATS AT UPPERHOUSE KITCHEN & DESSERT BAR
Good food and dessert come to those who wait. Especially at Upperhouse in Bangsar Baru, an Australian-inspired dessert bar and kitchen specialising in inventive contemporary cuisine and prettily plated...
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HOT STEAMBOAT NIGHTS AT CHATZ BRASSERIE
Kimchi. Ma La. Tom Yum. Herbal Chicken Soup. Chatz Brasserie at PARKROYAL KL aims to lure hot pot enthusiasts with its Steamboat promotion, every Sunday to Thursday for dinner.Priced at RM83 nett per...
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ALL SHOOK! UP OVER POLISH TATAR FOOD
Organised in partnership with the Embassy of the Republic of Poland in Malaysia, I had my first-ever Polish dining experience featuring a four-course menu by Guest Chef Marcin Budynek (below pix, left)...
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TRACE'S SKY-HIGH FEASTS AT ELEMENT KUALA LUMPUR
Honey Glazed Spiced Whole Roast Turkey. Hot Smoked Norwegian Salmon Trout. Australian Angus Prime Rib. Roast Lamb Leg. These hearty specialities form the stellar cast of festive eats to tempt you this...
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FRENCH GASTON-NOMY AT CHEZ GASTON
Rabbit pâté, pork rillettes and pork blood sausage are some of the gems we discovered at Chez Gaston, a newly opened French bistro tucked away in a corner of Bangsar.House-made by chef/owner Florian...
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CLUB FLOOR STAYCATION AT SUNWAY PUTRA HOTEL KL
The city skyline graced by the iconic Twin Towers and KL Tower is one of the most compelling when viewed from The Club Lounge, up on the 34th floor of Sunway Putra Hotel.As Club Floor guests, we had...
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CHEERY & CHIC CHRISTMAS CELEBRATION AT LE MERIDIEN PUTRAJAYA
A lavish spread of irresistible holiday eats will deck the halls of Le Meridien Putraja this festive season. Executive Chef Liou Chong Yaw and his culinary team comprising Pastry Chef Hansraja...
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GRAND OPENING OF FOUR SEASONS HOTEL KUALA LUMPUR
A phalanx of Malaysia’s VVIPs witnessed the grand opening of Four Seasons Hotel Kuala Lumpur on 18 November. Officiated by His Royal Highness Sultan of Selangor, Sultan Sharafuddin Idris Shah Al-Haj in...
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10 SPECIALITIES TO SAVOUR AT SUNWAY PUTRA HOTEL KL
Deliciously hearty Fish Head Curry by Executive Chef Rossham Rusli of Sunway Putra Hotel KL heads the ‘must eat’ list when you visit the hotel. Served at the Coffee House daily from 11am to 1030pm, the...
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HOMAGE TO ITALIAN COOKING TRADITION AT CURATE
One Michelin starred chef Daniele Repetti (pix above) and his colleague chef Giorgio Gambelli were in Kuala Lumpur from 24 to 29 November, for the 3rdItalian Cuisine Week organised by the Italian Trade...
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SWEET CHRISTMAS BOUNTY AT LEMON GARDEN
Surrender to sweet temptations when you celebrate Christmas at Lemon Garden, Shangri-La Kuala Lumpur this year. Festive dessert steals the limelight; from luscious Sicilian Cheesecake to sugar-dusted...
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SPECIAL FESTIVE MENUS FROM NOBU KL
Never mind if there’s no winter wonderland in Malaysia. Nobu Kuala Lumpur has rolled out the white carpet with Executive Chef Philip Leong and his talented team conjuring a selection of festive dishes...
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