Food Explorer & Home Chef
Specially for this Buka Puasa, Culina Bistro weaves commendable local flavours into its European-slanted menu, alongside other a la carte selections. The four-course Festive Feast for two begins with Oxtail Soup, made from Australian oxtail simmered in a light broth, together with carrot, celery and …
Wan Chun Ting at Sofitel Kuala Lumpur Damansara welcomes Chinese New Year with a thoughtfully curated menu that honours reunion, prosperity and the art of sharing a meaningful meal together. Known for its classic Cantonese interpretations elevated through refined technique, the restaurant presents a celebratory dining experience …
Dining at a Japanese resto doesn’t have to mean fancy or posh, it can be simple as long as great food spells happiness. Stepping into Ossu, I felt some regret… That I didn’t discover this place earlier!
Upstairs, the cloth partitions give it a true to life izakaya vibe, and the food is so oishi that I’m planning my next trip there.
It’s possible to go to an izakaya and not order a single skewer! The deep fried oysters were delicious and the pork gyoza, though not complicated, hit the spot. The new on the menu wok-fried beef tongue was tantalising and so tender, tasting of a mix of soy sauce and miso (I think).
The pork hamburg was Instagram pretty with the raw bright yellow yolk right centre with the beef patty on a ring of radish. When mixed together, it became a hearty satisfying dish.
Being greedy, we also had okonomiyaki, and it was one of the nicer ones I’ve had, lightly crispy on the edges, not too thick, perfectly fried, generously dusted with bonito flakes.
A tasty dessert of mochi brought a good meal to a close.
Prices were affordable, menu heavy in rice bowls, but there were a number of interesting salads and side dishes to be had. Ossu closes at 11.30pm so it’s a good place to hang out late.
Add: 938, Jalan 17/38, Seksyen 17, Petaling Jaya. Hp: 011-5933 1738
Planning a reunion dinner with the family? Or an auspicious family gathering for the Year of the Golden Horse? The media had a preview of some of the delicious dishes you can look forward to from Oriental Restaurants, churned out by the experiences Oriental chefs: …
Considered a Malay/nyonya dish, Nasi Ulam when done right, contains something like 15 different herbs and spices. I hardly cook this as it’s so labour-intensive. So it was a pleasant surprise to find the Fried Nasi Ulam, topped with a crispy fried chicken, plus salted egg …
This Chinese New Year, MAGGI pays tribute to the hands, hearts and stories behind every reunion table – especially the home cooks taking on the meaningful task of preparing festive dishes for family and loved ones. As young Malaysians step into hosting roles for the first time, juggling work, expectations and the pressure to “get it right,” MAGGI is here to support them with practical tools, flavour solutions and cooking guidance that make festive cooking feel joyful rather than overwhelming.
Across many Malaysian Chinese homes, something special is happening in the kitchen. Sons, daughters, newlyweds and young families who once only laid the table are now tying on aprons and stepping up to cook the reunion meal, often for the very first time. Recreating the “right” flavours, balancing tradition with modern ways of cooking, and accommodating different preferences can be daunting.
This year, MAGGI stands beside these new-generation cooks as a trusted ally, offering guided recipes, planning tools and trusted flavour bases to help them recreate the familiar tastes of reunion and carry family traditions forward with confidence, in their own way. And as the apron changes hands, MAGGI encourages families to embrace the evolution, knowing the love behind the meal stays the same.
“Taking charge of the reunion table for the first time is both an honour and a responsibility,” said Ivy Tan Link Cheh, Business Executive Officer of MAGGI. “You want the dishes to taste familiar, yet reflect your own touch. Our role is to walk with you on that journey with recipes, tools and trusted flavour bases so you can prepare meaningful meals with ease and confidence.”
At the heart of this support is the MAGGI Wheel of Flavours, an interactive experience featuring Chinese New Year dishes crafted to inspire home cooks preparing their festive spreads. Not sure what to cook for CNY? The Wheel of Flavours guides you to dishes that bring joy, luck, and togetherness to your reunion table, with recipes developed in collaboration with MAGGI cooks. Each recipe brings a blessing to your table, crafted to nourish both body and spirit:
1.Prosperity: Guided by blessings and good fortune, these dishes carry indulgent, full-bodied flavours.
a.MAGGI Auspicious Ginger Steamed Fish
b.MAGGI Prosperity Reunion Pot
2.Health: Inspired by the blessing of vitality, these dishes celebrate nourishment in its most comforting form.
a.MAGGI Prosperity Spring Chicken Coconut Soup
b.MAGGI Triple-Treasure Steamed Luffa Gourd
3.Abundance: Rooted in the blessing of generosity, these spreads capture the joy of plenty with hearty flavours.
a.MAGGI Abundant Bliss Prawn Rolls
b.MAGGI Abundant Golden Chestnut Chicken
4.Happiness: Guided by the blessings of joy and harmony, these dishes are created to bring people closer, sparking stories and laughter.
a.MAGGI Eternal Joy Yee Sang
b.MAGGI Joyful Reunion Dumpling Soup
Across these recipes, key MAGGI products such as MAGGI Oyster Sauce, MAGGI Chicken Stock Cube, MAGGI Concentrated Chicken Stock and MAGGI Syiok Cili Ala Kampung help elevate taste while keeping preparation convenient for busy hosts. Each recipe comes with step-by-step guidance that pairs seamlessly with My Menu IQ, helping cooks plan balanced, complete menus for their gatherings. Designed as a practical source of inspiration, the Wheels of Flavours offers approachable, festive recipes for both seasoned cooks and first-time hosts exploring Chinese New Year cooking at their own pace.
To thank and reward loyal MAGGI consumers this festive season, MAGGI is inviting Malaysians to participate in the “Riang Raya Bersama MAGGI” Chinese New Year edition contest, offering prizes worth over RM500,000. Running from Jan 1 to April 19, 2026, the contest carries through the Chinese New Year period into Ramadan and Raya.
With every RM10 purchase of any MAGGI products, consumers stand a chance to win:
*2 x New Proton X50
*16 x exclusive 999.9 Fine Gold MAGGI product-inspired pieces worth RM8,000 each and
*2,507 x e-wallet rewards worth RM88 each.
For households already stocking up on staples for home-cooked festive spreads, each shopping trip becomes an opportunity to start the new year on a more prosperous note. From large family reunions to intimate gatherings, MAGGI continues to be a familiar presence in Malaysian kitchens during Chinese New Year. By focusing on the people who cook, and giving them both practical support and heartfelt recognition, MAGGI hopes to help more families enjoy joyful, confident and meaningful celebrations around the table.
Because in every home, the flavours of New Year are created by the people who cook, MAGGI is there to make the journey a little easier. The flavours of New Year starts from the heart.
Four Seasons Hotel Kuala Lumpur welcomes Chinese New Year with a burst of vibrant celebrations from Jan 15 to March 3. Yun House anchors the festive celebrations with a refined Cantonese Chinese New Year dining experience. Guests can also enjoy festive menus at Curate and …
Tiger Beer kicked off the Chinese New Year (CNY) with an early Tiger Town celebration, a multi-day and multi-city event. The returning festival, now expanded to Penang, launched over the weekend at LaLaport Bukit Bintang City Centre, KL. The launch ceremony set the tone for …
Oversea Restaurant is set to dazzle with its Chinese New Year offerings, available from Jan 5 till March 3.
This year’s festive concept is “Golden Horse Embraces a Golden Start”, and Oversea Restaurant’s season offerings reflect a heartfelt wish for a year filled with promise, good fortune and prosperity.
Beyond the classic Yee Sang with Smoked Salmon and Korean Snow Pear, variations include the Oversea Fabulous Fruity Yee Sang that was bursting with refreshing flavours. There’s also an option Yee Sang with Abalone and Black Truffle.
At the heart of every Oversea celebration is the Prosperity Treasure Pot, the iconic reunion centrepiece. It comes brimming with 16 premium, auspicious ingredients, each chosen for its quality and meaning, slowly simmered for hours in a rich, robust broth. Available for dining and takeaway at RM738++.
The one dish I look forward to every year, the Hong Kong–Style Waxed Meat Claypot Rice, a timeless classic, features fragrant jasmine rice cooked in a claypot for a slight crisp, golden crust. The top is layered with a generous medley of premium waxed meats such as meat and sweet liver sausages, and waxed duck, given a drizzle of savoury soy sauce that’s mixed in for that perfect spoonful. The rice comes in two sizes – RM138++/6 and RM168++/10 with an option to add on foie gras (RM68/piece).
This festive season, Oversea Restaurant also has a couple of new dishes added to the menu – Braised Pork Trotters (RM138++) and Stir-fried Crystal Prawn with Water Chestnut (RM90++). The lubricious melt-in-the-mouth tender meat in a rich, savoury sauce is to.die.for. while the slightly crisp, firm texture of the prawns offers a well-balanced dish of natural sweetness and crunch.
In addition season delights, Oversea Restaurant also has a selection of delectable cookies for gifting: Oriental Muffin (RM39.80/box), Hong Kong Style Egg Rolls (RM29.80/box), Sea Salt Peanut Cookies and Pineapple Ball (RM48.80/per set).
The media had a sneak preview of the new CNY menu at the newly upgraded Sri Petaling outlet, a stunning space with premium flooring, ambient lighting and refined décor. Spacious enough for up to 200 guests, it is perfect for weddings, banquets, annual dinners, and corporate events. The flexible layout is paired with state-of-the-art audiovisual facilities and full event support.
EQ welcomes the return of Golden Phoenix pop-up restaurant, the hotel’s heritage Cantonese and Szechuan restaurant, revived each Lunar New Year to honour a legacy spanning more than five decades. Once a celebrated icon of the original Hotel Equatorial in the 1970s, Golden Phoenix was renowned for …