Food Explorer & Home Chef
I first tasted Churn’s ice cream in Sept 2020 during the first Lockdown when they had a giveaway. I still have fond memories of that delish Earl Grey ice cream! Fast forward almost 2 years later, today Churn has a full-fledged shop with more than …
Thong Kee Cafe is an old established name that has been around for 3 decades. The original cafe in Bentong, Pahang was started by Wong Mun Thong, and it still exists today, famous for its 1+1 Hainan coffee plus tea. Prior to his foray into …
Pioneering the efforts of helping people eat better, Tasty Australia presented a series of Chef’s Table degustation menu based on Cross-Culture Omakase using Australian ingredients led by Celebrity Chef Daniel Green. In collaboration with World Gourmet, Chef’s Table OMAKASE features menus specially curated by five invited World Gourmet Chefs from notable restaurants – from the Asian to Chinese to Japanese to Malaysian kitchens. This culinary event showcases the use of in-season ingredients such
as Truffle Hill’s premium fresh black winter truffle, Ferguson Southern Rock lobsters, Maggie Beer premium cooking stocks and broth and many more established in-market favourite brand
Chef’s table sessions are limited to 16 guests per session on first-come-first-serve basis. A minimum of 3-course Omakase using Australian ingredients with each course meticulously paired with fine specialty wines from the best region in Australia. The gourmet dining sessions will complete with either a cup of newly launched premium café quality specialty coffee from the all time favourite brand Brasilia Coffee or a cup of Sacred Tastes Raw, Vegan Superfood drinking cacao.
Chef Daniel Green kicked off the omakase series on July 22 starting with a curated lunch menu.
Chef Bernard Lee (Chuen Restaurant): July 23-24
Chef Steve Chua (Buri): July 25-26
Chef Philip Chooi (PC Studio): July 27-28
Chef Willis Chua (Ming Ren Xuan): July 29-30
Chef Andika Putra (Wanomiya): July 31-Aug 1
To book, Whatsapp 011-2522 1338
Australian Specialty Wines & Spirits Masterclass 23 July – 1 August.
Preview of specialty fine wines sourced from the best regions in Australia with
Wine & Spirits Masterclass conducted by the industry experts, The Craftsman at 3.30pm -5.30pm.
Nine new GMO-free foods debut at IsetanKLCC
The 9 new gourmet brands with more than 35 products are available at the Food Festival apart from The Model Cook’s traditional bestselling twenty-five iconic brands from South Australia. Most of these new brands have adopted Malaysia as their first country of export. The Australian High Commissioner to Malaysia, Dr Justin Lee, officiated the launch of Tasty Australia 2022, together with organisers Isetain MD, KC Yeow and GM Kenichiro Asako, Healthy Eating Expert/Celebrity Chef Daniel Green, Executive director KB Ang and Vivien Lee, Director of The Model Cook.
“Our passion is to promote healthy eating lifestyle by offering our Malaysian customers GMO-free healthier alternative foods which come with real health benefits. In order to achieve this, we will always strive to ensure these healthier alternative food presents itself, value for money for the nutritional content it has in the product,” said Vivien.
Tasty Australia 2022 festival theme “Eating-for-health” resonates The Model Cook’s partner Chef Daniel Green’s passion for creating healthy recipes and diets aimed at helping people feel their best. He lives the eating-for-health lifestyle and was present to share his passion and philosophy through his cookoff sessions on July 22.
As the co-organiser, The Model Cook will continue to highlight green and clean eating with an emphasis on sustainability and a conscious choice of GMO-free foods. Two brand founders/owners, Dan Koch of Sacred Taste, Raw, Organic Drinking Cacao and Lukina Lukin, owner of Dinko Tuna farmers, were present to meet and greet Isetan customers to share their brand story.
Among the products to look forward to are Western Australia’s iconic superior class Truffle Hill’s Fresh black Perigord truffle and its range of oil and seasonings; South Australia’s High Beta Glucan Single Origin Kowari Oats; Native Indulgence’s Celebration cakes and crackers handmade with premium ingredients; Victoria’s Sacred Taste Raw, Vegan Superfoods lattes and 99th Monkey’s 100% pure,
gluten-free nut butters; South Australia’s Aldos Block specialty red wines – Shiraz and Cabernet Sauvignon made from premium quality 100% McLaren Vale fruits; and an all time favourite brand Brasilia coffee debuting two new premium specialty coffee which customer can now enjoy premium café quality coffee at home.
Australia is a significant source country for premium food and beverages taking into account the clean, green and safe environment for their food production and responsible farming practices. “We are indeed very honoured to be chosen as the first partner retailer to showcase these new gourmet products.” said Kenichiro. The Isetan KLCC Food Market will be bustling with activity during Tasty Australia and giving out gift vouchers, mystery gifts and Australian souvenir giveaways with purchases.
For more details on “Tasty Australia 2022”, visit https://tastyaustralia.themodelcook.com or The Model Cook’s Facebook page.
from press release
Heineken is inviting consumers to immerse themselves in fresh experiences at the Heineken® Hotel Takeover that will take guests on a journey that will redefine and elevate MUSIC, ART, WELLNESS and CULINARY experiences. Happening across two weekends from 23rd – 24th July and 30th – …
Earlier this year, Guinness Malaysia introduced Guinness Draught in a Can to the local market, offering lovers of the brew the smooth and creamy texture of a pub-poured pint from the comfort of their own homes. To officially introduce and to bring consumers through the …
Craft Origin Cafe is serious about coffee – you can see them roasting beans at the front of the cafe, and they’re happy to educate the interested novice if you so desire. Thought they were newish but it seems they opened back in 2019, staying below the radar compared with more commercial outlets.
Beyond serving a good cuppa, much effort has been poured into the food as well. A sucker for all things spicy, we loved the Spicy Beef Dendeng pasta topped with an egg. Though forewarned, I found the spice level manageable, could be even spicier for me but then, another friend who tried this dish, was struggling with the spiciness so it’s really relative. The touch of local dry-style shredded beef rendang, fragrant with pungent spices paired with Western pasta, was definitely a successful combo in my books. And I hear the Pesto is highly recommended too.
Rice bowls are aplenty for those who cannot live without their carbs, all priced at RM18. We had the Roasted Sesame Beef – good portions, tasty and hearty, everything came together nicely, moistened by an onsen egg.
No. 3 chose Grilled Chicken and even this simple dish was well-executed, came on a bed of creamy mash. Still juicy under the skin, chicken was well-marinated and flavoursome.
My Smoked Salmon on muffin from the All Day Breakfast menu was the smallest compared to the other dishes that we had, but it did come with a decent serving of fish which is costly, I reckon. Perhaps more salad on the side or fries would have made up for the sparce space on the plate.
@craftorigin also offer matcha and other specialty teas as well as cakes, but obviously coffee is the main deal here. I almost wish it would stay hidden so that food quality is not compromised by busy crowds. For a neighbourhood like TTDI, prices here are more than reasonable and portions more than generous.
These days they are open right up till 7.30pm for early dinner – the cafe is definitely a keeper in my list, the only quibble I have is the parking which can be challenging.
Add: 9, Lorong Rahim Kajai 13, Taman Tun Dr Ismail, Kuala Lumpur. hp: 012-689 6841
Our courage to push forward is often held back by the fear of failure and judgment. Tiger Beer is no different. Before 1932, it was widely believed that you couldn’t brew beer in the Asian heat – beers at the time were of European origin. …
Chinatown’s new bars worked together with three bartenders slinging drinks at each others’ venues for the recentChinatown Bar Takeover. Head bartenders Kelvin Lee (Her House), Yap Siew Mun (Kapitan Haus) and Haniff Yon (Rust KL) served their own special menus of three drinks each inspired …
Nespresso invites Malaysians to embrace positivity and ‘feel good’ moments over its Barista Creations for Ice coffee range and its thoughtfully crafted coffee recipes. Inspired by the delicious flavours of the tropics and in honour of Brazil’s national drink – the Caipirinha – the lime and mint take centre stage resulting in a refreshing new Barista Creations Liminha over Ice coffee.
Nespresso has also teamed up with international figure and Brazilian-native Alessandra Ambrosio – model, actress, fashion designer – to be the face of the campaign. Alongside the mindful mantras and exotic new iced flavoured coffees, Nespresso’s summer collection brings with it limited-edition accessories, coupled with refreshing cold coffee recipes. All of this will be brought to life via the campaign film, which showcases uplifting rituals manifested by Alessandra Ambrosio, grounded in Brazil and powered by great coffee.
This year’s refreshing addition is tropical lime and mint sensations – the Liminha over Ice is inspired by the zesty Brazilian flavours with the note of lime and mint splash through lightly roasted coffees from around the world. As the classic tropical combination meets the light and delicately fruity Arabicas, a lemony sweetness and a hint of bitterness emerge in this coffee made to be enjoyed with ice.
The new coffee is available alongside the popular Barista Creations for Ice Coconut Flavour over Ice and the seasonal Barista Creations for Ice black coffees – Freddo Intenso and Freddo Delicato – that are making a comeback.
The Barista Creations for Ice is best served as one coffee capsule (espresso, 40ml) over a handful of ice cubes (90g) and top it up with cold water and cold milk (90ml) to bring out its full flavour. Nespresso carefully designed the roasting and grinding parameters for each blend, to ensure the flavour and quality of the coffee remains top notch even when the ice has melted.
To liven up the coffee moments, Nespresso has curated some innovative iced coffee recipes to enjoy in the height of Malaysia weather, namely Brazilian-Inspired Mocktail, Liminha Over Ice Refresher, Coconut Flavour Over Ice Coffee Frappé, Freddo Intenso Fig Banana Shake and Freddo Delicato Maracujá Frappé for a refreshing coffee experience. These recipes can be found at https://www.nespresso.com/my/en/summer2022.
Nespresso is also offering two limited edition coffee mugs with sleek and sunny designs, signed by Alessandra Ambrosio. “I’m so proud to be the face of a campaign which is inspired by my home country. I love the concept of coffee marking important moments of reflection throughout the day. I’m so excited to be a part of such an uplifting campaign and to work with Nespresso to bring to life these delicious recipes, summery accessories, and quality coffee – and the Liminha over Ice really is Brazilian summer in a cup!” she said.
The limited-edition Liminha Over Ice and Coconut Flavour Over Ice are priced at RM29.50 per sleeve while the Barista Creations for Ice Freddo Intenso and Freddo Delicato are for sale at RM26.50 per sleeve.
They say the way to a man’s heart is through his stomach. Works the same way with fathers too, which means if you bring Dad along for High Tea at Dorsett Grand Subang, you’ll probably make him a happy man! With Father’s Day fast approaching, …