Food Explorer & Home Chef
Daesam Sikbang is a welcome contender to the Subang Korean food scene. Translated to mean ‘great pork belly restaurant’, there’s no mistaking what meat is the focus here. It offers a simple bbq menu with three choices – frozen pork belly (naeng dong samgyeopsal), marinated pork …
Not another mala hotpot place, I’m thinking. But Yu Jia Fish hotpot in SS2, PJ, was quite different. Rather than the usual deep sunken soup pot, this comes in an apparatus with charcoal in the centre funnel providing the heat. Apparently Penang-inspired, the soup base …
Sendo Ichi Seafood (M) Sdn Bhd was established to meet the growing demand for premium fresh and frozen seafood in Malaysia’s HoReCa and retail sectors. The company specialises in blue fin tuna, air flown fresh fish from Japan and other high quality frozen seafood including oysters, uni, snow crab and seasonal Japanese specialties.
In Japanese, “Sendo” means freshness, while “Ichi” means first — signifying the brand’s commitment to delivering the finest and freshest seafood possible, hence the name Sendo Ichi, which reflects the brand’s core philosophy.
The products comply with stringent global safety standards, with a commitment to source 100% safe products for clients. As an integrated seafood solution provider, their end-to-end solutions promise more by doing less and better cost management without compromising on freshness.
Sendo Ichi brought together business partners, media members and KOLs for an exclusive evening at Ling Long Restaurant, located at The Five, Damansara Heights for“A Celebration of Japan’s Finest Excellence.”
“The event was primarily to introduce Sendo Ichi to the Malaysian market and explore opportunities whether through business collaborations or media and KOL partnerships,” said Sendo Ichi general manager Aldred Yaw.
Guests were treated to freshly-flown seasonal seafood from Tokyo’s world-famous Toyosu Fish Market and a curated selection of premium Japanese sake brewed from pristine mountain waters.
Hidden from view from the main road but still very much part of the Mont Kiara thoroughfare, Mustard Fields by Zukkini sits in a cozy, classy bungalow behind a row of shops. Highly rated cafe, the interior is stylish and retro vibes, packaged with a …
A seemingly unlikely spot for dai chow (big fry) dishes, Hugo’s Kitchen is housed in a nice air-cond restaurant in Aman Suria, but know that food is good, though at slightly higher than average prices. One of 3 brothers from the Cheow Sang Bak Kut …
The roar of Malaysia’s Manchester United fans reached new heights as Tiger Beer Malaysia brought supporters together for the Roar United finale, where 10 finalist pairings went head-to-head in the ultimate Red Devils showdown for the honour of delivering the Roar United Archive to the Manchester United Museum at Old Trafford, where it will be showcased.
Built from close to 500 passionate submissions, the Roar United Archive is the first and only collection of stories capturing the voices of Malaysia’s Red Devils. Unveiled for the very first time at the event, it will embark on a 6,000-mile journey to its rightful place in the Theatre of Dreams – carried personally by the winners.
That night at The Beer Factory, Desa Sri Hartamas, KL, it was not just football, but the powerful bond that connects fans across generations. Each finalist shared how their love for the club was sparked by family or close friends, with moments spent cheering together at home and celebrating victories. These heartfelt narratives of family traditions, lifelong friendships, and shared match-day memories earned them a coveted spot in the top ten finalist pairings, reflecting the enduring loyalty of Red Devils fans in Malaysia.
As the trivia rounds intensified, the atmosphere surged with excitement. The crowd at the viewing zone cheered alongside the finalists as they tackled questions about legendary players, historic victories, and iconic moments that shaped Manchester United’s legacy. In the end, Bon Lee Ngee and Loh Shao Wei emerged as Malaysia’s Roar United winners, earning the honour of delivering the Roar United Archive to the Manchester United Museum.
“We are still wrapping our heads around this, the win feels surreal. We came in with zero expectations, and now, we are about to live a dream we have carried since day one. Old Trafford always felt out of reach, but now it’s real. Thank you, Tiger Beer, for giving us the confidence to dream bigger and bolder. We’re proud to carry the passion of Malaysia’s Red Devils fans all the way to the Manchester United Museum,” said Bon and Loh.
“We wanted to give Malaysia’s Manchester United supporters a meaningful platform to share their voices and the stories that define their connection to the club. What we saw tonight was the true spirit of Tiger Beer – fans coming together to uncage their passion, pride, and that unmistakable energy that unites Red Devils everywhere. These are the moments that roar, and we’re proud that our winners will bring this shared spirit from our supporters here to the Manchester United Museum,” said Julie Kuan, Marketing Manager of Tiger Beer Malaysia.
As the official beer partner of Manchester United, Tiger Beer celebrates the unifying power of football and the shared devotion that transcends generations. With Roar United, Tiger Beer honours the passion of Malaysia’s Manchester United supporters by creating meaningful moments for fans to connect, celebrate, and share their stories together.
Four Seasons Hotel Kuala Lumpur invites one and all for a magical celebration this festive season. Capturing the spirit of the holidays, the urban retreat unveils a line-up of extraordinary offerings – from sumptuous feasts and signature cakes to sparkling soirees and award-winning cocktails. Festive …
Years ago, I’ve visited Fari & Ali for pastries and coffee, apparently known for their delightful cream puffs. But what I didn’t know was that in the evenings, things take a different turn and Nooshe Jan Persian takes over, with Persian dishes being the focus. The …
I was hankering for steak for my birthday and discovered one of the most competitive pricing for this at Cleaver Shed in Taman Tun Dr Ismail, KL. Bustling on a weekend, I was lucky to have reserved a table. You can also bring your own wine (corkage RM30) as they don’t have their own wine list.
We kicked off the meal with a whole baked camembert to go with sour dough which made a great appetiser. A little pricey at RM38 but it was so good! Have not seen this offered elsewhere as usually you just get small pieces of cheese as a starter.
Main star for dinner – the Argentinian striploin – grain-fed Angus striploin seared just about right, still pink in the centre (RM69) – value for money, and served simple with the meat as the main star. Surf and turf (RM83) had this same steak plus ak plus a number of large grilled prawns. Fresh and firm flesh, plus a good portion of meat, a good deal.
The super tender and moist NZ lamb was a pleasant surprise, super tender and one of the tastiest I’ve ever had (RM75).
The meats came with a selection of housemade sauces – chimichurri, black pepper, garlic aioli, bernaise and smoked bbq. They were all very good, but my money is on the garlic aioli!
The seabass was commendable but the meats took centre stage here. There’s also a choice of Sanchoku Wagyu or Angus tomahawk for the serious meat eater.
Cleaver Shed turned out to be a pretty good bet for steak and easy on the pocket, so everyone was happy!
Add: B-01-05, Plaza TTDI, Jalan Wan Kadir 3, Taman Tun Dr Ismail, Kuala Lumpur. hp: 016-267 9931
Sunway Le Cordon Bleu welcomed Professor Hervé This, world-renowned physical chemist and co-creator of molecular gastronomy, as the distinguished speaker for the Sir Jeffrey Cheah Distinguished Speaker Series in November 2025. Themed “Molecular and Physical Gastronomy: Key to Culinary Innovation,” this session celebrated the intersection …