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Australian beef masterclass

Australian beef masterclass

Those who have tried premium chilled Australian beef and lamb would certainly be familiar with the delicious taste of these meats. Recently, I was invited to a masterclass detailing the nutrition and quality of Australian beef and lamb, hosted by MLA (Meat & Livestock Australia) …

Tiger Football Heat League

Tiger Football Heat League

Tiger Beer is turning up the football season with the launch of the Tiger Football Heat League, a new fan challenge that brings the brand’s “Brewed for the Heat of the Game” campaign spirit to life. Running from 11th June to 20th July 2026, the …

Defy the Heat with Tiger Beer

Defy the Heat with Tiger Beer

Tiger Beer launched “Brewed to Defy the Heat”. The experience will be across the Klang Valley up to May 31, spanning on-ground experiences and nationwide outlet promotion.

At the heart of it is a custom Kombi van, designed in collaboration with Malaysian street artist Kenji Chai, known for his bold, character-driven street illustration style that captures everyday Malaysian energy in a way that stands out.

At each stop, the Kombi transforms into a hands-on challenge experience, inviting fans to step in and take on a fast-paced skill activity. The public can head over to Tiger Beer social media channel for participating outlet list and details.

The experience extends into participating restaurants, pubs, and bars in West Malaysia. Every purchase earns an entry:

●  1 bucket of Tiger Beer (bottle) = 1 entry

●  1 set of Tiger Draught / 1 bucket of Tiger Crystal or Tiger Soju Flavoured Lager (bottle/ glass) = 3 entries

Eligible participants stand to win any of the Dyson Air Purifier Fans or Tiger 8L Cooler Boxes.

“Tiger Beer was born in the tropics, and the heat has always been part of life here,” said Julie Kuan, Marketing Manager of Tiger Beer Malaysia. “What stands out is how people continue to show up, come together, and make the most of it, and Tiger Beer has always been there in those moments.”

As part of the collaboration with Tiger Beer, Kenji also painted a themed mural around Brewed To Defy The Heat in the heart of Kuala Lumpur. The mural comes to life in a short film, capturing moments that feel familiar such as time spent with friends, plans that stretch into the night, and everything in between.

For more information on the Brewed to Defy The Heat activities, consumers can follow the brand on Instagram and Facebook for updates. 

Paya Serai offers Citarasa Nusantara ke Timur Tengah for Ramadan

Paya Serai offers Citarasa Nusantara ke Timur Tengah for Ramadan

Paya Serai has long been acknowledged to have one of the best Ramadan spreads around. This year is no different as one of the most splendiferous Buka Puasa spreads in the Klang Valley surely has to be at Hilton Petaling Jaya. The choice of dishes …

Festive Feast at Culina Bistro

Festive Feast at Culina Bistro

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 welcomes CNY

Wan Chun Ting welcomes CNY

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 designed for families to gather, toast to new beginnings and usher in the year ahead.

Yee sang with soft shell crab

The Chinese New Year experience begins with a selection of auspicious Yee Sang, a must-have ritual of prosperity and togetherness. Highlights include Pearl Abalone and Norwegian Salmon Yee Sang, Crispy Soft-Shell Crab Yee Sang, Hokkaido Scallops with Snow Pear Yee Sang and 10-head Abalone Yee Sang.

Doubled boiled chicken soup
Deep fried turbot

There’s a range of Chinese New Year set menus, featuring signature dishes such as comforting double-boiled chicken soups, sautéed turbot fish with hot oil and oven-baked cod fish, braised sun-dried oysters with goose web, stir-fried scallops with XO sauce, and the indulgent 10-head abalone with bean curd skin and garden greens.

Oysters and broccoli
Chicken with mango glaze

Classic Chinese New Year desserts like steamed and deep-fried Nian Gao, Purple Glutinous Rice with Bird’s Nest and Coconut Milk, end the meal on a sweet and happy note.

Beyond the set menus, Wan Chun Ting also offers an extensive à la carte and dim sum selection.

Stir fried crunchy vegetables and Macademia nuts
Lotus wrapped lap mei fan

“Chinese New Year is a deeply meaningful time for families and Cantonese cuisine has always been about sharing — not just food, but moments,” said Chef Heng, Executive Chinese Chef of Wan Chun Ting. “Our Chinese New Year menus focus on familiar flavours prepared with care, premium ingredients and respect for tradition, so every gathering feels both celebratory and comforting.”

Prawns and black truffle
Nian gao

The melodic strains of the Gu Zheng provide an elegant backdrop to reunion dinners, enhancing the sense of occasion and immersing diners in the spirit of Chinese New Year.

Wan Chun Ting’s Chinese New Year offerings are available from Jan 7 to March 3. Guests may choose from three curated Chinese New Year Set Menus — the Prosperity Menu priced at RM288+ per person, the Fortune Menu at RM338+ per person, and the Wealth Menu at RM398+ per person, with a minimum of four persons per table.

Add: Sofitel Kuala Lumpur Damansara, Level 1, No. 6, Jalan Damanlela, Bukit Damansara, Kuala Lumpur. call: 03-2720 6648.

Ossu gives authentic izakaya vibe

Ossu gives authentic izakaya vibe

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 …

MAGGI Wheel of Flavours

MAGGI Wheel of Flavours

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 …

Tiger Beer returns with Tiger Town for early CNY do

Tiger Beer returns with Tiger Town for early CNY do

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 the evening. Members of HEINEKEN Malaysia’s management team struck a ceremonial gong, followed by a display of Tiger rockets and firecracker. A lion performance, offering a traditional blessing of energy and good fortune for the year ahead, completed the opening.

Tiger Town reimagined the CNY gathering as an immersive, high-energy experience, bringing together  live music, interactive challenges, and a vibrant local market in one festive space.

In Kuala Lumpur, the stage was powered by the high-voltage energy of acts like the popular performance group 3P, festive favourite Chang Yong and the charismatic Joe Chang, and specially curated sets by An Livehouse.

Beyond the stage, Tiger Town featured themed games inspired by the brand’s Dare to Charge Forward spirit. Built on coordination, speed, and teamwork, these squad-based challenges focus on reflexes and collaboration, turning friendly competition into shared moments of collective play.

Developed with Lesgo Market, the curated market surrounds the main stage, showcasing local makers and eateries that reflect the same grassroots spirit Tiger champions. Anchored in local creativity and craft, the market adds depth to the experience while grounding Tiger Town in a sense of community. 

Tiger Town also features the exclusive Tiger x atmos: Spirit of the Tiger collection. This collaboration with the Tokyo streetwear label fuses traditional Japanese calligraphy with bold, graphic storytelling inspired by the raw energy of Asian street fronts. The collection translated the Dare to Charge Forward spirit into street-ready style and is also available at selected atmos retail stores, and online.

“Tiger Town is about starting the year with courage,” said Julie Kuan, Marketing Manager of Tiger Beer Malaysia. “Chinese New Year is a time for coming together, and Tiger Town brings that spirit to life through music, games and shared moments, with Tiger Beer enjoyed as part of the celebration.” 

Tiger Town continues at Gurney Paragon Mall, George Town, Penang, from Feb 13-15.

Consumers can pre-register for general admission tickets via https://tigercny.tigerbeer.com/en/event/ on first come first served basis.

Oversea Restaurants dazzle with CNY offerings for Year of the Golden Horse

Oversea Restaurants dazzle with CNY offerings for Year of the Golden Horse

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, …