This year EQ is pulling out all stops to make Christmas merry and the year-end festivities spectacular.  From celebratory buffets, specially-curated meals in sophisticated venues to gourmet meals-to-go, EQ has something for everyone to make this festive season super-memorable! In a recent media preview, we got a sneak peak at some of the goodies coming up soon at this award-winning hotel. All restaurants in EQ will be offering festive menus, with guests being spoilt for choice. SABAYON – EQ’s celebrated fine dining restaurant is offering a luxurious 7-course Christmas Eve dinner priced ..read more

After having dined in Chef Wan’s restaurants several times, we wanted to try out some more casual fares from his cafes.  So we hopped over to the outlet in Taman Tun Dr Ismail on a late afternoon. Decked out in the usual Chef Wan’s “tropical paradise” theme, the café is beautifully set up.  Browsing through the menu, we could see a wide selection of dishes inspired by Chef Wan’s extensive travels around the world.  From local fares like Cucur Udang and Mee Rebus to western-style Fish & Chips, pizzas, pasta, pastries and burgers… it was quite difficult to place our orders ..read more

This month when you visit Bottega Lounge at EQ Kuala Lumpur, you will be greeted with a pleasant vision of pink, from its decadent bite-sized confectionery and savoury appetisers.  “Pinktobar” has been coined for October as the month dedicated to cancer awareness. In conjunction with Pinktober, EQ has joined hands with MAKNA (National Cancer Council) for this first-ever collaboration. Guests to Bottega Lounge will be wowed with a specially crafted pink-themed menu featuring savouries such as delicate artisanal smoked salmon sandwiches, and bespoke desserts such as black sea salt raspberr ..read more

A “Bear Paw” serving freshly-brewed coffee through a “bear hole” took centre stage as Bask Bear Coffee celebrated its 100th physical store milestone at Suria KLCC recently. Bryan Loo, Chief Executive Officer of Loob Holding Sdn Bhd, alongside the Bask Bear mascot during Bask Bear’s 100th store carnival As the only coffee brand inspired by the basking Malayan sun bear, Bask Bear Coffee is spearheading sun bear conservation efforts with its “Save Sun Bear Fund” to adopt a sun bear at the Bornean Sun Bear Conservation Centre (BSBCC) in Sandakan, Sabah. Bryan Loo displaying the ‘Bear Paw’ service ..read more

With an extensive renovation and refurbishment exercise done, The Ming Room at Bangsar Shopping Centre is now almost double its previous space.  Re-opened since July, the intricate and ingenuous design using bamboo elements for its facade and interior is unique and a conversation-starter.  The main dining hall is now spacious and diners can be seated comfortably on bright orange chairs against elegant cream-clothed tables.  There are also 8 private beautifully-appointed dining rooms for cosy discreet dining. Reception area Main dining hall Lovely bamboo elements in the decor Pri ..read more

Residing in the distinguished iconically-white Chinese Assembly Hall building in Kampung Attap, Chinese Palace draws the crowd to its elegant interiors and offerings of good food.  Chef Frankie Woo, a well-known veteran culinary master, together with a team of chefs, are behind the repertoire of Chinese delights this restaurant has to offer. It helps to have a memorable colorful Reception area Photo credit: EatDrinkKL As its name suggests, the interior of the restaurant certainly has elements of grandeur, with bold colours and classic oriental décor reminiscent of palatial heydays.  ..read more

Ever since our trip to Sri Lanka and having tasted its cuisine, we’ve been craving for some authentic Lankan food here.  We love the food at Lankan Café which showcases a good selection of Sri Lankan and Southern Indian cuisine.  Fast friendly service adds on to the pleasant dining experience.  While climbing up the stairs to the 1st floor where the restaurant is, we already could catch sniffs of the delicious spicy food. Mutton Lamprais Chicken Lamprais Pol Sambol We started off with both the Chicken and Mutton Lamprais.  The servings came in hot packs, wrapped in banana l ..read more

Celebrity Chef Wan’s restaurants need no introduction.  Known as De.Wan 1958 by Chef Wan, there are currently 3 outlets with the latest one being located in Bangsar Shopping Centre.  Decked out in the familiar colourful tropical fauna-theme associated with the popular chef, you will be greeted with an astounding vibrant interior décor when you enter this restaurant on Level 1 of the shopping centre.  Touches of the Chef Wan’s vivacious personality can be seen in the entire interior, from the art deco items on display to the bright colours of the walls and furniture. Gorgeous Pr ..read more

With a name like “Regalicious”, one would imagine dining in a regally elegant and comfortable place, where hotpot is concerned.  And if you step into Regalicious Hotpot in Eco Santuari, you get exactly that. Occupying a whole corner shoplot over 3 floors, you can’t miss the impressive golden signage façade, even from afar.  On the Ground Floor, the dining space is well-appointed with booth-like seating.  On the 1st and 2nd Floors (there’s a dedicated lift in the premise!), there are 8 VIP and 4 VVIP Private Rooms.  These elegant rooms, tastefully decked are complete with ..read more

The trendy modernistic Red Chinese Cuisine in Pullman Kuala Lumpur City Centre showcases its new Master Chef – Chef Kong’s creations. We have always loved stepping into Red Chinese Cuisine with its wow-factor of blending a traditional red décor with touches of contemporary innovation, setting it apart from most other Chinese restaurants.  Its elegant red-themed dining space now welcomes an A La Carte menu which looks more exciting with some refreshing new items. Start off with a Dim Sum Trio Platter which comprises a Crystal Dumpling, Scallop Cheese Ball and a Japanese Eel Dumpling. Spri ..read more