Homestyled Cantonese dishes at Hugo’s Kitchen

Homestyled Cantonese dishes at Hugo’s Kitchen

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 

Festive cheer at Four Seasons KL

Festive cheer at Four Seasons KL

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 

Persian fare at Fari & Ari

Persian fare at Fari & Ari

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 

Steaks are high at Cleaver Shed

Steaks are high at Cleaver Shed

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 

Have a Beary Red Christmas at Marriott Hotel Putrajaya

Have a Beary Red Christmas at Marriott Hotel Putrajaya

Step into a world of festive wonder at Zest in Putrajaya Marriott Hotel, where culinary artistry meets joyful celebration. The festivities are on now starting with The Beary Red Christmas buffet that promises a myriad of flavours like no other. Have a ho-ho-ho feast, starting 

Thailand’s premium single malt Prakaan launched

Thailand’s premium single malt Prakaan launched

Prakaan, Thailand’s first premium single malt whisky brand, was officially launched by Thai Beverage Public Company Limited recently. The brand applies international standards for single malt whisky production and uses water from the natural sources in Kamphaeng Phet province.  Prapakon Thongtheppairot, Chief Spirit Product Group 

Third time lucky at Third Serving

Third time lucky at Third Serving

It’s like a hug from an old friend. Third Serving, located in the new KLGC  mall, is the reincarnation of the original Oriental Cravings in 1 Utama mall, Petaling Jaya and the menu holds many of the old favourites which they were known for, and 

Impressive Nyonya fare at Gulainya

Impressive Nyonya fare at Gulainya

I’m quite particular about Peranakan cuisine given my Nyonya heritage and it’s hard to come by a good restaurant serving quality food. Gulainya had us ordering a second bowl of rice – the dishes felt homestyle, generously spiced and aromatic.  First must-order on the list 

EQ unveils Spirit of Christmas

EQ unveils Spirit of Christmas

EQ celebrates the festive season with amazing dining experiences, thoughtful gifts and cherished traditions. This well-established leading luxury city hotel has designed a calendar of events designed to capture the warmth and joy of this time of year, featuring lavish feasts and sumptuous banquets.  The 

Peranakan cuisine rules at Tau Ke

Peranakan cuisine rules at Tau Ke

Good Peranakan food is not easy to come by. Happy to report that I found a perut ikan (fish stomach) dish that checked all the boxes. Sour enough to make you squint, pieces of fish that you can still make out (instead of mushy indistinguishable