MANDARIN Oriental, Kuala Lumpur invites guests to gather in the spirit of reunion, gratitude, and reflection through its thoughtfully curated festive fare especially for Chinese New Year and Ramadan. Honouring age-old traditions, the hotel presents festive menus that celebrate abundance and prosperity to welcome the Year of the Horse, and gracious togetherness throughout the holy…
In the heart of the bustling urban landscape of Subang Jaya, a new landmark has emerged that challenges the traditional boundaries between hospitality and healthcare. REN Wellness Retreat, a pioneering initiative by IJM Land, represents an admirable and ambitious step into the world of integrated Traditional and Complementary Medicine (T&CM). REN Wellness Retreat is a…
I recently went to my office toilet, and it smelled like petai (stink beans). I knew who the culprit was because one of my colleagues was having petai during lunch. The petai dish she made had the whole pantry smelling like the dish itself. I also noticed that every time I take a 3 in…
It’s a great achievement, indeed! The Inner Wheel Club of Kuala Lumpur (IWCKL) has made history by being officially recognised by the Malaysia Book of Records (MBR) for organising the “Largest Walkathon Against Violence Towards Women”, with 1460 participants joining the event. The achievement was celebrated during the Orange The World Walkathon 2025, part of…
It is common for many to get confused between fruits and vegetables. This confusion is even more prevalent among young kids. A kid once asked me- Are tomatoes fruits or vegetables? In terms of botanical knowledge, In terms of cooking, Most of us learn to classify food from how it is cooked and not…
The average lifespan of a Japanese is 84-85 years old – one of the highest in the world. The reason is simple – healthy living. Last week, over work, I met a young Japanese lady who is married to a local Malaysian and she told me that she likes to cook and eat at home….
The official launch of Aurea Skincare was an exciting event held at Cafe Marais, The Starhill KL. What made it even more memorable was the collaboration with arif.atelier on a weekend bag and a special fashion presentation, plus the collaboration with Cafe Marais on “coffee rave”. The fashion presentation by arif.atelier added a stylish edge…
My friend was recently telling me about her breastfeeding escapades. One day, when her daughter was 4 months old, she had a very bad craving for durian. So, she bought a box and ate about 10 pieces. A few hours later, post breastfeeding her daughter, her daughter’s mouth smelt like durian. She was surprised and…
All over the world, so many of us absolutely love Cartier’s emblematic panther. For the festive season, Cartier reimagines its panther — this time, in her most playful form yet. The Maison’s iconic feline returns as a mischievous group of baby panthers who bring magic and joy to 13 rue de la Paix, the birthplace…
Not always. High cholesterol is just a risk factor of heart attack. Typically, over a period of time, cholesterol gets dislodged in arteries and causes plaque. However, this is not applicable to everyone. Over a wedding dinner, I found out that my dad’s cousin brother had calcium deposits blocking 98% of his arteries. His cholesterol…
