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Chalet at EQ KL returns

Chalet at EQ KL returns

Revisiting a cherished chapter in Malaysia’s fine dining history, EQ brings back Chalet, once regarded the pinnacle of fine dining during the early days of Malaysia’s culinary history. Returning as a limited edition dining experience hosted at The Conservatory, Level 3, a visit to Chalet 

Ayam Brand reinvents baked beans Malaysian style

Ayam Brand reinvents baked beans Malaysian style

Ayam Brand is giving baked beans a bold new image in Malaysian kitchens, and rediscovering how local flavours and creativity can transform a humble pantry staple into a brand new dish. Long associated with Western cuisine, baked beans are now being reinterpreted with distinctly local 

Four Seasons raises close to RM90k for cancer research

Four Seasons raises close to RM90k for cancer research

Four Seasons Kuala Lumpur and Four Seasons Resort Langkawi has successfully raised RM89,520 for Terry Fox Run held on May 18 in Kl, and June 14 in Langkawi, in support of cancer research. 

“We are honoured to support the Terry Fox Run and its mission to raise vital funds for cancer research. Our teams and over 1,350 guests showed incredible commitment, and we are proud to continue contributing to this meaningful cause. 

“As part of a global Four Seasons For Good initiative, Four Seasons Hotels and Four Seasons Resorts hosts the Terry Fox Run across properties worldwide, uniting communities in the fight against cancer,” says general manager Simon Barnett.

Terry Cox Run is a non-competitive charity event held worldwide celebrating Terry Fox’s legacy and determination to make a difference in the fight against cancer. 

In honour of Terry’s legacy, Four Seasons founder Isadore Sharp worked closely with several sponsors to organise the first-ever Terry Fox Run in 1981, drawing more than 300,000 participants. Today, more than 12,000 Terry Fox Memorial Runs take place around the world annually, supported by Four Seasons in several locations, and this year marks the 45th anniversary of Terry Fox’s marathon of hope. 

For more deets on the fun run, email red.kualalumpur@fourseasons.com

Please, may I have 1 More Pizza!

Please, may I have 1 More Pizza!

By sheer luck, I managed to get 1 free pizza, which was part of 1MORE Pizza’s opening promo. Top-tier toppings on 72-hour fermented pizza dough and you get light, crisp pizzas, baked in a brick oven for 90 seconds, seasoned with Grana Padano, pecorino and 

Ibu Ruby’s Indonesian fare delights KL folk

Ibu Ruby’s Indonesian fare delights KL folk

Permanently closed A welcome addition to Lucky Garden in Bangsar, Kuala Lumpur, Ibu Ruby’s offers Malay/Indonesian street food, dishes that owner Muhammad Imran Abdullah (one of the co-founders of the Muslim-friendly Italian restaurant Positano Risto) grew up eating. Sitting right at the corner lot of 

Say Oh Yeah to Sang Har Meen

Say Oh Yeah to Sang Har Meen

Had intended to go somewhere else but since  SS2 was jammed packed that day, no thanks to the durian season, we ended up at Oh Yeah Kopitiam on the perimeter of the SS2 square. Every table had a plate or two, so it made sense to try the Sang Har Meen (freshwater prawn noodles), especially since it’s at a steal price of Rm16.80 per plate.

There’s an option to top up on the rice wine for additional RM2, but it wasn’t necessary as the taste was already quite apparent. The yee mee was crispy at the edges yet adequately drenched in the flavourful eggy gravy, which we slurped every bit up at the end. Came with two very decent sized freshwater prawns, halved for easier eating, were fresh and the flesh bouncy, firm texture, oozing a natural sweetness. 

Given how the closest competitor is at least 3x the price and more, this is the best deal in town. One may argue that the gravy could have more depth, or the prawns could be sweeter, or the noodles better, but yat chum cheen, yat chum foh, so goes the Cantonese saying which means, you get what you pay for, and at Rm16.80, you can’t complain.

We also had Chee Cheong Fun in curry gravy with fishball and fucuk – decent – curry was concentrated and creamy but not cloying or too heavy. Prawn spring rolls were crispy, reasonably filled with meat. 

Story goes the char siew here is very good, but it had run out. We had prawn wantan mee instead. Noodles were alright, though could be more QQ (springy) and prawn wantan was a good mid-sized bite. 

Round 2:  tried the Wantan mee and char siew. The noodles could be springier and more qq, and the serving style is kinda wet, heavy on the sauce. The main star is the char siew, and while I won’t say it’s the best in town, it’s better than average.

The kaya toast was decent with generous spread of kaya (egg and coconut jam),  coffee was just alright

This outlet is the third branch, the others are in Puchong, PJ and Taman Connaught, KL.

Add: 29, Jalan SS 2/55, Petaling Jaya, hp: 016-583 8266

The tradition of liquor in Chinese cuisine by Oriental Group

The tradition of liquor in Chinese cuisine by Oriental Group

The much anticipated annual Grand Banquet Series is back at Oriental Group across 12 of its restaurants, and this year’s theme is ‘The tradition of liquor in Chinese cuisine’. Paying homage to the rich culture and culinary legacy of pairing and infusing liquors into gourmet 

Sabayon x Oria

Sabayon x Oria

Martín Berasategui is Spain’s most celebrated chef with 12 Michelin stars across 7 restaurants, helmed by chefs who have worked extensively with Berasategui and achieved fame through their own body of work. Chef Xabier Goikoetxea from famed Oria Restaurant (one Michelin-starred) at the prestigious Monument Hotel 

Student showcase at Le Cordon Bleu Sunway

Student showcase at Le Cordon Bleu Sunway

Le Cordon Bleu Malaysia presents: A Refined 3-Course Service Dinner by Graduating Superior Cuisine Students. The thoughtfully curated 3-course dinner is their final showcase, celebrating their culinary journey and mastery. As part of the culmination of their training, the aspiring chefs will demonstrate the techniques, creativity and precision they’ve developed under the guidance of our world class instructors. 

Guests will have the unique opportunity to savour professionally executed dishes and experience firsthand the high standards of French culinary excellence.

The 3-Course Service Dinner Series will take place every Wednesday and Thursday from July 23, with two different course menus, and will run for six weeks. Each evening presents a new opportunity to enjoy diverse flavours and discover the evolving talents of our graduating chefs.

Venue: Le Cordon Bleu Sunway, North Building, 5th Floor, Espace Andre Cointreau, Petaling Jaya. 

Time slots: 6pm, 6.30pm, 7pm

Max 5 couples per time slot

For reservations, email

amanda@sunway.edu.my 

Four Seasons KL welcomes new general manager

Four Seasons KL welcomes new general manager

The new general manager in town at Four Seasons KL knows the hotel industry like the back of his hand. From parking cars to being the bell boy, Simon Barnett has done it all, rising through the ranks to become general manager today.  Well, not