MENJELAJAH TEMPAT MENARIK || 47 Taman Hutan Simpan Bukit Nanas utan simpan yang diwartakan pada tahun 1906 ini merupakan hutan Hyang tertua dan satu-satunya hutan dipterocarp tanah rendah di pusat bandar KL. Ia terbentang di atas tanah seluas 10.5 hektar. Kawasan Hutan Simpan Bukit Nanas bermula di lereng Menara KL. Di dalamnya terdapat tiga denai, iaitu Denai Arboretum, Denai Penarahan dan Denai Jelutong, dan pokok-pokok Jelutong yang berdiri megah menyambut ketibaan anda. Kemudahan lain di dalam kawasan ini termasuk taman permainan, tempat rehat, kawasan perkhemahan dan balapan joging. Lot 240, Jalan Raja Chulan +603-2026 4741 Percuma 7:00 to 19:00 setiap hari Teksi adalah pengangkutan terbaik untuk sampai ke sana. www.forestry.gov.my Taman KLCC oberto Burle Marx diilhami oleh gagasan untuk menyepadukan penciptaan manusia dengan alam untuk membina Taman KLCC apabila ditugaskan untuk projek ini. Taman ini memberikan Rkita ketenangan di tengah-tengah hiruk-pikuk bandar. Ia menampilkan kombinasi reka bentuk buatan manusia seperti simen dengan ciri alam seperti pokok-pokok dan kayu. Ini direka bentuk sedemikian untuk memaparkan warisan kehijauan tropika di bandar. Lain-lain bahagian yang boleh dijumpai di taman termasuk Tasik Symphony, balapan joging, hiasan air dan taman permainan kanak-kanak. Taman Tasik Titiwangsa asik yang menjadi kawasan hijau di pinggiran Kuala Lumpur mempunyai balapan joging, tempat senaman dan taman permainan kanak-kanak. Namun, tarikan utamanya adalah tasik buatan di Ttengah-tengah taman, di mana anda dapat menyertai kegiatan berperahu atau berkayak, atau bersiar-siar di sekeliling kawasan tasik. Jalan Temerloh Ambil Laluan Sentul atau Monorail KL ke Stesen Titiwangsa. Dari sana, naik teksi ke Taman Tasik Titiwangsa dan ia mengambil masa lebih kurang 10 minit.
48 || MENJELAJAH TEMPAT MENARIK Taman Taman Tasik Perdana KL aman Tasik Perdana merupakan salah satu taman yang paling popular di Kuala Lumpur. Ia terletak dengan strategiknya di tengah-tengah ‘hutan konkrit’ KL dan dibina di sekeliling 2 tasik. Taman- Ttaman tropika ini terbentang di atas tanah dengan luas lebih daripada 200 ekar. Ia termasuk taman botanikal, pokok-pokok besar, pokok renek berbunga dan juga taman tema. Monumen Negara yang diperbuat daripada gangsa terletak di persekitaran yang menghijau di dalam Taman Orkid, Taman Bunga Raya, Taman Rama-rama, Taman Burung, Taman Rusa dan Muzium Serangga. Terdapat juga sebuah taman permainan kanak-kanak, balapan joging dan kawasan senaman. Ataupun, jika anda ingin, apa kata berjalan di sepanjang laluan yang disediakan sambil menikmati persekitaran yang menyegarkan dan damai di Taman Tasik Perdana. ASEAN Sculpture Garden engunjung yang datang ke taman-taman yang landskapnya unik ini dapat melihat banyak koleksi seni arca yang pernah mendapat anugerah. Ia dihasilkan dengan menggunakan kayu, besi, marmar Pdan buluh. Semua barang pameran ini adalah hasil akhir yang dihasilkan oleh seniman terbaik di ASEAN. Taman ini terletak berhampiran dengan Tugu Negara di dalam kawasan Taman Tasik Perdana. 09:00 hingga 18:30 setiap hari Taman Orkid aman Orkid ini mempunyai ribuan jenis bunga tempatan dan luar Tnegara yang cantik. Di Malaysia sahaja, terdapat lebih daripada 800 jenis orkid eksotik yang jarang ditemui. Pengunjung boleh melawat Bazaar Orkid yang dibuka pada hari Ahad, dari 10:00 hingga 18:00, dan membawa pulang orkid kegemaran mereka. Taman Bunga Raya unga Raya merupakan bunga kebangsaan Malaysia. Terdapat beraneka jenis bunga yang berlainan warna di dalam seni taman kecil yang berteres dan kelainan jenis bunga raya menampilkan Bpemandangan yang sangat indah. Taman ini terletak bersebelahan dengan Taman Orkid dan berhampiran dengan Taman Tasik Perdana.
MENJELAJAH TEMPAT MENARIK || 49 Kepong Kepong epong yang pernah menjadi bandar mati kini merupakan pinggiran kota yang berkembang maju dengan adanya keseimbangan di antara alam semula jadi dan tarikan rekreasi tempatan yang dapat Kmenarik kedatangan penduduk tempatan dan pengunjung ke sana. Kepong yang terletak 16 km di barat laut KL, mudah didatangi dengan menaiki komuter KTM di mana Kepong Sentral terletak di pusat bandar. Sementera itu, ia dapat dihubungkan dengan tempat lain di Lembah Kelang melalui jalan raya utama seperti LDP (Damansara-Puchong Expressway), MRR II (Middle Ring Road II), Jalan Kuching dan Jalan Ipoh. Institut Penyelidikan Hutan Malaysia (FRIM) aman sains perhutanan Malaysia dibina pada tahun 1929 di dalam kawasan seluas 486 hektar di Kepong. Walaupun pada asalnya ia digunakan untuk kajian dan pengurusan bahan semula jadi, kini ia Tjuga menjadi tempat untuk pencinta alam, pelancong ekologi dan orang awam yang ingin berjalan- jalan di dalam kedinginan dalam hutan yang berusia seabad ini. Ia juga popular di kalangan sekolah dan syarikat di mana terdapat pondok A, tempat perkhemahan dan pelbagai kemudahan pembinaan pasukan yang disediakan untuk sekolah, kumpulan dan syarikat untuk mengadakan perkhemahan dan kegiatan pembinaan pasukan. Antara tarikannya termasuk MNS-Shell-FRIM’s Nature Education Centre (NEC), yang mendidik peserta menjadi warga dunia yang sedar tentang kepentingan ekologi; laluan kanopi selama 20 minit (siri jambatan gantung di tingkat kanopi) yang menawarkan pemandangan bandar yang menarik; laluan hutan di tengah-tengah air terjun; dan hutan tropika yang rimbun. www.frim.gov.my Ambil komuter KTM ke Kepong Sentral. Ia mengambil masa sekejap sahaja untuk sampai ke sana dengan menaiki teksi. Forest Research Institute Malaysia (FRIM), Kepong +603-6279 7000 RM 5 untuk laluan kanopi 08:00 hingga 18:30 setiap hari. Laluan kanopi: Selasa hingga Sabtu, tempahan awal diperlukan.
50 || MENJELAJAH TEMPAT MENARIK Kepong / Shah Alam Taman Metropolitan Kepong a agak mudah untuk mencari taman seluas 90 hektar ini di Kepong. Anda hanya perlu mencari langit yang dipenuhi dengan layang-layang pada hujung minggu. Taman Metropolitan Kepong dibuka pada Itahun 1991 dan kegiatan bermain layang-layang baru-baru ini menjadikan tempat ini hidup. Terdapat banyak peningkatan yang menggalakkan dari segi kemudahan. Ini termasuk tanda jalan yang memberi amaran tentang kesesakan lalu lintas di hadapan 500 m, trem yang bergerak di sekeliling tasik pada hujung minggu, tempat memancing dan balapan di sekitar tasik untuk penunggang basikal dan mereka yang ingin berjoging. Tempat ini berada dalam suasana karnival pada hujung minggu dengan adanya makanan, layang-layang dan gerai mainan berhampiran dengan pintu masuk kawasan layang-layang. Jalan Kepong, Taman Kepong Dari bulatan Batu Caves, anda menghala ke Kepong dan bergerak terus. Cari papan tanda yang menunjukkan Taman Metropolitan dan layang-layang di sekitar 500 m sebelum anda tiba di taman di sebelah kiri anda. Shah Alam hah Alam pernah dikenali sebagai Sungai Renggam dan terkenal dengan kelapa sawit dan ladang getah. Kini, ia menjadi ibu negeri Selangor sejak 1978, dengan menggantikan Kuala SLumpur selepas ia digabungkan menjadi Wilayah Persekutuan. Shah Alam kemudian diberikan status bandar pada tarikh 10 Oktober 2000. Shah Alam tumbuh pesat selepas kilang kereta Proton dibina, yang menandakan bandar ini mula berkembang menjadi bandar industri. Tempat-tempat baru seperti Setia Alam dan Kota Kemuning muncul kemudian. Kawasan perumahan menduduki sebahagian besar bandar dan pusat komersial terletak di sekitar seksyen yang berbeza. Terdapat 56 seksyen pada keseluruhannya. Terdapat beberapa pusat membeli-belah di Shah Alam, iaitu Plaza Alam Sentral (atau PAS), SACC Mall, Plaza Shah Alam (juga dikenali sebagai Plaza Masalam), Ole- Ole Seksyen 18 dan Kompleks PKNS, serta pasar raya besar, terutamanya Tesco, Giant dan Makro. Sebahagian besar kawasan komersil terletak di pusat bandar - Seksyen 14, Seksyen 13 dan Seksyen 9. Shah Alam menawarkan tarikan pelancongan yang berkualiti dan menarik: istana, taman alam seperti TamanPertanian Bukit Cahaya Sri Alam (dahulu dikenali sebagai Bukit Cerakah) dan Wet World Waterpark Dunia, dan Stadium Shah Alam yang pada suatu ketika dahulu merupakan stadium terbesar di negara ini, serta Masjid Sultan Salahuddin Abdul Aziz yang juga dikenali sebagai ‘Masjid Biru’ dan yang merupakan salah satu tanda tempat yang paling jelas di Shah Alam dan masjid terbesar di seluruh negera.
MENJELAJAH TEMPAT MENARIK || 51 Shah Alam Taman Pertanian Bukit Cahaya Sri Alam aman Pertanian Bukit Cahaya Sri Alam (akan menjadi Taman Botanikal Kebangsaan) merupakan Ttaman agro-perhutanan yang pertama di Malaysia. Terdapat tumbuhan tropika yang menakjubkan, laluan yang menarik dan banyak kegiatan yang mencabar. Anda boleh mengenali banyak tumbuhan pertanian yang tumbuh di sini seperti sawah padi, pokok koko, kelapa sawit, kopi, kelapa dan pokok buah-buahan lain. Terdapat juga taman-taman seperti Taman Rempah, Taman Hiasan, Taman Orkid, Taman Kaktus, Taman Buluh dan Taman Cendawan. Anda juga akan tertarik dengan burung dan binatang yang tinggal di sini, seperti burung raja udang, burung murai dan monyet, dan kegiatan hariannya seperti mencari makanan dan mengawan. Rumah Empat Musim yang menjadi salah satu daripada tarikan di sini merupakan tempat paling bagus untuk anda mengalami empat musim. Anda juga boleh mendapatkan pengalaman mencabar dengan berayun dari pokok ke pokok dengan melakukan ‘fl ying fox’ selain memanjat jala dengan ketinggian 17 meter. Selain itu, kegiatan seperti berbasikal, berkelah dan berkhemah juga disediakan. Dengan Ihsan Skytrex Adventure Bukit Cahaya Sri Alam, Shah Alam +603-5510 6922/6923 08:30 hingga 16:30 (Selasa hingga Ahad, kecuali apabila Isnin adalah cuti umum atau cuti sekolah) 3.00 (dewasa), RM 1.00 (kanak-kanak berusia 4 hingga 11, dan warga tua yang berusia 55 dan ke atas). Bayaran lain: RM 10.00 (lesen untuk 1 unit video), RM 3.00 (1 jam sewa basikal), RM2.00 (3 jam penggunaan kolam renang). Bayaran tambahan untuk memasuki Rumah Empat Musim: RM 3 (dewasa), RM 1 (untuk kanak-kanak berusia sehingga 12). Rumah Empat Musim biasanya ditutup selama beberapa minggu selepas setiap pertukaran musim. Oleh itu, telefon ke taman untuk menanya sama ada ia buka atau tidak sebelum anda pergi. Ambil bas RapidKL nombor 63 atau 338 dari Kuala Lumpur dan turun di stesen bas berhampiran dengan bangunan Maybank di pusat bandar Shah Alam. Dari sini, naik teksi ke taman. Atau, ambil kereta api komuter KTM dan turun di Stesen Shah Alam. Dari sini, naik teksi dan anda akan sampai ke taman ini dalam 20 minit.atau tidak sebelum anda pergi.
52 || MENJELAJAH TEMPAT MENARIK Kuala Selangor Kuala Selangor awatan sehari ke Kuala Selangor adalah perlu oleh kerana pekan yang sunyi ini dapat menawarkan pelbagai destinasi menarik yang terbaik yang sebuah pekan tepi pantai dapat menawarkan. Ia Lpernah menjadi pusat pentadbiran negeri dan mengalami kegemilangan dan kemunduran. Namun, kegiatan harian bot nelayan membawa pulang hasil tangkapan berterusan dari generasi ke generasi. Selain populasi manusia, Kuala Selangor juga merupakan habitat bagi ekosistem hutan paya bakau yang unik, monyet silverleaf, burung penghijrah yang terbang ke selatan untuk musim dingin, dan kelip-kelip yang memberikan persembahan yang menakjubkan pada waktu malam. Bukit Melawati ubu, rumah api dan makam diraja menjadi saksi kepada zaman kegemilangan Kuala Selangor sebagai ibu negeri Selangor. Benteng ini Kdibina oleh Sultan Selangor sebagai mekanisme pertahanan terhadap penyusup, tetapi itu jatuh ke Belanda selama abad ke-18. Belanda kemudiannya membina Rumah Api Altingsburg sebagai menara peninjau dan menguatkan kubu dengan 6 kanon. Kuala sungai dan Taman Alam Kuala Selangor yang terdedah memang cantik pemandangannya, terutamanya semasa matahari terbenam. Sementara itu, monyet silverleaf, yang merupakan spesies asli di sana, melayan diri dengan makanan yang diberikan oleh pengunjung. Sekarang menara pemerhati ini menjadi tempat untuk melihat anak bulan oleh pihak berkuasa agama Islam. Makam Diraja terletak di sebelah bukit, dan ia adalah kawasan larangan. Ia merupakan tanah perkuburan untuk tiga Sultan Selangor yang pertama dan ahli keluarga baginda. Dari sini, anda akan menuruni The Hundred Steps menuju ke gerbang Melawati, yang pada satu ketika dahulu, merupakan satu-satunya jalan untuk pergi ke dermaga dari pekan Kuala Selangor. Di gerbang kaki gunung Bukit Melawati RM2 untuk orang dewasa, RM 1 untuk anak-anak di bawah12 08:00 hingga 18:30 hujung minggu sahaja Kampung Kuantan Pasir Penambang pabila kita mematikan lampu, kelip-kelip i muara Sungai Selangor, terdapat pula menyalakan apinya di Taman Kelip-kelip sebuah kampung nelayan Cina dengan AKampung Kuantan. Anda akan dibawa ke hilir Drestoran makanan laut, hasil makanan dari Jeti Kampung Kuantan dengan sampan selama 20- laut yang sudah diproses yang dijual dengan 25 minit sebelum balik ke jeti selepas berhenti sejenak. sama ada harga borong atau harga runcit, Kelip-kelip di sini dianggap sebagai keajaiban alam dan pasar yang menjual tangkapan sehari di semula jadi kerana kelip-kelip ini merupakan koloni sepanjang Jalan Pasir Penambang. Bawalah terbesar di dunia. Namun, kini ia diancam kepupusan sekumpulan kawan atau keluarga jika anda p g j akibat perubahan habitat yang mempengaruhi tempat bersarangnya pada pokok Berembang di pinggir sungai. 603-3289 1439/ 603-3289 7046 19:30 hingga 22:30 setiap hari RM 10 setiap seorang, min 4 orang setiap perahu Taman Alam Kuala Selangor (MNS Kuala Selangor) elepas melepasi gerbang taman alam yang seluas 324 hektar (800 ekar) ialah ekosistem sungai yang terpelihara dengan paya bakau Sdi tepi Sungai Selangor dan hutan sekunder yang boleh didatangi melalui 3 denai. Jaraknya ialah di antara 300 m hingga 2 km. Terdapat juga laluan lebar berkonkrit yang menganjur ke kuala sungai melalui hutan bakau. Spesies asli monyet Silverleaf dan monyet macaque berekor panjang biasanya ditemui di dalam taman ini dan di kawasan air surut. Penghuni paya bakau seperti ikan belacak, ketam rebab dan memerang laut boleh juga ditemui di sini. Antara bulan September dan April setiap tahun, burung laut penghijrah akan terbang selatan ke Australia dan singgah untuk musim sejuk dan ini boleh dilihat dari menara peninjau di hujung Denai Egret. 603-3289 2294 08:00 hingga 18:00 setiap hari RM 4 untuk orang dewasa, RM 2 untuk ahli MNS, RM1 untuk kanak-kanak di bawah 16
Sounds of the Suburb: Sounds of the Suburb: Bangsar South Bangsar South Introduction.....………………….…… 53 The Village…………………………... 54-55 The Sphere…………………………... 55-56 et to become the largest proximity of Bangsar South to of the most vibrant suburbs and most ambitious University of Malaya. in the Klang valley and it is the Sintegrated development, answer to the lifestyle demands Bangsar South, formerly The old Kampung Kerinchi area of today’s generation. known as Kerinchi, is a mixed has been turned into one of development project in Kuala the Klang Valley’s most sought- Easily accessible via Federal Lumpur. Located next to the after addresses with its latest Highway and the New Pantai Telekom Malaysia building integrated-city development. Highway (NPE), Bangsar South of Kuala Lumpur, this new Bangsar South is a 60-acre is located within a ten-minute town is a comfortable place development consisting of a travelling time radius to Bangsar, to live in with a wide range property gallery (The Village), Mid Valley City, KL City Centre of facilities right at your a residential condominium and Petaling Jaya. Shopping doorstep or just minutes away development (The Park centres that are in close proximity from you. It is fi lled with an Residences) and three phases to this massive township include exciting and vibrant lifestyle of commercial centre (The Mid Valley Megamall, Bangsar and a conducive working Horizon, The Vertical and The Shopping Centre, Bangsar environment. Many students Sphere). Ideally located between Village and Amcorp Mall, as well reside in this area due to the Petaling Jaya and Kuala Lumpur, as, institutions of higher learning Bangsar South has become one like University of Malaya.
54 || SOUNDS OF THE SUBURB The Village The Village he Village, known as Bangsar South’s entry statement, comprises UOA’s property gallery for future phases, show unit, function hall, F&B outlets like Secret Recipe and Oldtown White Coff ee Tand 7/11 convenience store. Sid’s Pub @ The Village ince the opening of Sid’s Pub Bangsar South in May 2009, it has attracted a huge number Sof thirsty residents nearby to come over and becomes a great spot for toe-tapping and lively fandango. This pub probably has the most elegant loos of any pub in KL. Secret Recipe @ The Village ell-known for its fi ne quality cakes, fusion food and distinctive Wservice, Secret Recipe, a lifestyle café chain has become a household name following its debut in 1997 and has successfully established its brand name in Malaysia, Singapore, Indonesia, Thailand, China and Philippines. Now, it has experienced a rapid growth of over 150 cafes throughout the region. Lower Ground Floor, The Village, Bangsar South, 2, Jalan 1/112H, off Jalan Kerinchi, 59200 Kuala Lumpur. M-5A, The Village, Bangsar South, +603-2284 5820 2, Jalan 1/112H, Off Jalan Kerinchi, 59200 Kuala Lumpur. 10:00 to 23:00 daily +603-2287 7437 www.secretrecipe.com.my 11:00 to 01:00 daily www.sidspubs.com
SOUNDS OF THE SUBURB || 55 The Village/The Sphere Oldtown White ee @ The Village ffCo ldtown White ee is a ffCo Ohomeg r o wn Malaysian kopitiam styled cafe that make some really delicious local delicacies such as a variety of noodles, rice dishes and of course their ee and fffamous white co other beverages. Jalan Kerinchi, 59200 Kuala Lumpur. ffUnit G-1 & M-1, The Village, Bangsar South, 2, Jalan 1/112H, o Tel: +603-2284 8336 Fax: +603-2284 8336 09:00 to 01:00 (Sun – Thurs) 09:00 to 02:00 (Fri – Sat, Public Holiday Eve) www.oldtown.com.my The Sphere The only neighbourhood mall within the Bangsar South area, The Sphere, is part of UOA Holding’s integrated city project to transform Kampung Kerinchi into a new commercial and residential hub. It attends to the discerning tastes of the modern family. With open glass concept, this three-storey retail mall comes complete with conve- nient facilities such as banks, supermarket, F&B outlets as well as retail outlets like Carrefour. There are plenty of restaurants and stylish dining for business lunches, quick meetings and ce gatherings. ffiafter-o
56 || SOUNDS OF THE SUBURB The Sphere Carrefour Market @ The Sphere C arrefour Market the Sphere is a smaller store that off ers sales area of 2.037 sqm, 6 checkouts and a spacious parking area which can accommodate 550 cars. Balifeel @ The Sphere newly open restaurant at The Sphere in Bangsar South, Balifeel off ers authentic Balinese dishes with names such as ‘Kenangan A Balifeel’, ‘Jimbaran Seafood Platter’ and ‘Be Pasih Mepanggan’. You will fi nd it hard to resist the temptation of trying just about everything they have in the menu. The restaurant is nicely decorated with Balinese theme. There is an outdoor section for those who rather enjoy their meal in the open air. Lot G-5, Ground Floor, The Sphere, No. 1, Avenue 1, Bangsar South, No. 8, Jalan Kerinchi, 59200 Kuala Lumpur. San Francisco Coff ee @ The Sphere Lot G-7, Ground Floor, The Sphere No. 1, Avenue 1, Bangsar South, No. 8, Jalan Kerinchi, Kuala Lumpur 59200 Malaysia 603-2241 4322 Mon - Fri: 07:30 to 19:00 Sat, Sun & Public Holidays: Closed Little Taiwan @ The Sphere Lot G-3A, Ground Floor, The Sphere, No. 1, Avenue 1, Bangsar South, No. 8, Jalan Kerinchi, 59200 Kuala Lumpur. +603-2241 2922 09:30 to 22:30 daily www.little-taiwan.com
Shopping Shopping Around Around Introduction.....………………….….................................................... 57 Mutiara Damansara.............................................................................. 58 South of KL, Cheras & Jalan Klang Lama..………………………… 59 Bukit Bintang / Golden Triangle.......................................................... 60-61 Subang Jaya, Sunway and Shah Alam................................................. 62 Klang…………………………………………................................... 63 Bangsar, Mont Kiara and Sri Hartamas............................................... 64 Electric, Electronic, IT Goods................................……..................... 66 Textiles & Apparel……....................................................................... 70 Local Arts & Craft................................................................................. 71 Flea Markets, Bazaars & Night Markets….......…............................... 72 lang Valley has the best as a premier shopping- lifestyles, budget, tastes and shopping to off er in haven off ering just about preferences. In fact, whether Malaysia. It is exciting anything under the sun. you are shopaholic or just Knot only because of the window shopping, we hope malls, brands and sales seasons Shopaholics of any kind you will love the balance to choose from but because relate KL as the mecca of within Klang Valley 4 Locals of all of those and more. It has shopping in Malaysia and and come back for more of undoubtly earned a reputation while we don’t disagree, the Klang Valley! we hope to show you new places to shop. It may be just around the corner from where you are staying, or even a place where you never expected to fi nd bargains, but if there is one thing we know, a true shopaholic will never give up looking. So what we have here in this section is a basic guide to the best places to shop throughout Klang Valley. In here, the divas and the bohemians will fi nd peace as they both look for items that will suit their individual
58 || SHOPPING AROUND Mutiara Damansara ocated near to the Damansara-Puchong Expressway (LDP), the suburb of Mutiara Damansara is a famous high-end residential and commercial zone. Among the famous residents of the commercial Lzone would be Ikano Power Centre and Ikea, the Curve, Cineleisure Damansara, The Royale Bintang – Mutiara Damansara Hotel, Courts Mammoth and Tesco. On the whole, Mutiara Damansara highlights a suburban lifestyle to the beat of upper middle class to the affl uent class. If you listen closely, the commercial centres seem to march to the beat of a different drum with retail concepts being done differently from the rest of the Klang Valley. This is especially seen in concept household centres like Ikano Power Centre and Courts Mammoth. THE CURVE eautifully designed as Malaysia’s fi rst open air lifestyle mall, the Curve is complete with its own pedestrian street to simulate a real market place, with a mixture of stalls, shops, cafés and Brestaurants providing plenty of alfresco dining opportunities. The concept has been a huge hit among the locals and tourists alike, sealing it as a favourite spot to hangout. With 250 dining and fashion outlets from popular brands from around the world to choose from, the Curve will give shoppers an experience they will never forget. No. 6, Jalan PJU 7/3, Mutiara Damansara, Petaling Jaya +603-7710 6868 +603-7710 3868 10:00 to 22:00 daily; Street Mall: 10:00 to 00:00 (Mon-Thurs), 10:00 to 01:00 (Fri, Sun and eve of Public Holidays) www.thecurve.com.my Take the Putra LRT to Kelana Jaya Station, and take a short 15 minutes taxi ride to the Curve. Ikano Power Centre Being one of the most visited shopping centres in Petaling Jaya, Ikano Power Centre is located within walking distance of Cineleisure Damansara, IKEA, TESCO, The Curve and The Royale Bintang Damansara Hotel. The tagline of Ikano is ‘Choice is Everything’, powering a total lifestyle concept with 11 anchors which have been with it since its doors in 2003. It has almost everything that meet your lifestyle which include hardware accessories for your household needs, a variety of books, a wide range of electrical items, groceries, latest fashion in town, sporting goods and food. There is even the luxurious De’ Ritz Pet Hotel of which you can leave your pets for a few days while you are away from the city. Housing fl agship stores, its unique services such as free shuttle service improves its accessibility. No. 2, Jalan PJU 7/2, Mutiara Damansara, Petaling Jaya +603-7720 7333 +603-7725 3361 10:00 to 22:00 daily Take the Putra LRT to Kelana Jaya Station. From there, take a short taxi ride to Ikano Power Centre, just 15 minutes away. Courts Megastore IKEA ynonymous with aff ordable home furnishings, this megastore features value retail concept KEA, a home furnishing specialist off ers Scorners, an extensive technology fl oor, value- cost-eff ective, fl at-packed furniture for DIY- added services like IT-consultation through Dr. Ilovers and value concious shoppers. Located Digital and sleep specialists-consultation through within it’s two-fl oors is everything needed to Sleep Clinic and a concept kitchen with frequent complete a home and a 480-seater restaurant live cooking demos, bringing shopping for home specialising in Swedish meatballs and an Exit furnishings to the next level. Other services here Café with currypuff s and hotdogs. Their child include a children’s play area called Wizkids and and disabled-friendly layout also attracts many. workshops for new items. Ground, 1st & 2nd Floor, 3 Jalan PJU 7/2, Mutiara Damansara +603-7726 9251 www.courts.com.my
SHOPPING AROUND || 59 South of KL, Cheras & Jalan Klang Lama hen it comes to the south, the Southern Golden Triangle of Puchong-Seri Kembangan- Putrajaya dominates the scene. Although primarily marked by large hypermarkets meeting Wthe grocery needs of the suburbs, there are also a number of shopping malls that make life a tad more pleasant in these very new townships. These include: Cheras Leisure Mall Queen’s Park Shopping and Retail Centre ynonymous with Cheras is the landmark he open-air concept of Queen’s Park is a Cheras Leisure Mall which is a both a street favourite to shoppers who are accustomed Small and a shopping mall at the same Tto the Australian and New Zealand concept time. The boulevards between and around the of shopping, where the two-storey shoplot mall are fi lled with shoplots and retailers while enclave of four blocks open out to a landscaped the shopping mall is jam-packed with fashion garden in the middle. The speciality of Queen’s brands and boutiques, interior and home Park is defi nitely its high end fashion retail at furnishing outlets and a variety of fast food warehouse prices and shoppers’ reprieve from outlets, restaurants and cafés. retail action in the form of the vast array of food Jalan Manis Enam, Cheras in between the fashion outlets. +603-9132 5088 Lot 392 Jalan Shelley, Cheras From KL, take the MRR2 highway to Cheras and go straight +603-9205 5000 till the fi rst roundabout, and turn left into Jalan Cheras From KL, get onto Jalan Pudu headed for Cheras and go headed for Bandar Tun Razak. Go along Jalan Cheras until the straight till Jalan Cheras. Turn left at the fi rst turning off Jalan fi rst junction on your left, right before the fl yover, and turn left Cheras into Jalan Shelley. into Cheras Leisure Mall. IOI Mall Plaza UE 3 (Uncang Emas) No. 85 Jalan Loke Yew, Cheras Bandar Puchong, Batu 9, Jalan Puchong +603-92009144 +603-5882 8888 http://www.myioi.com From the Sunway Toll Plaza on the LDP go straight and keep to the right lane, Pearl Point Shopping Mall turning right into Puchong’s main road. Go straight and IOI Mall and TESCO Batu 5, Jalan Klang Lama Puchong will be on your right. From here, keep left, go up the fl yover and make a +603-7983 3311 U-Turn. When you come down, go straight and IOI Mall is on your left.
60 || SHOPPING AROUND Bukit Bintang/Golden Triangle Sungai Wang Plaza uilt in 1977, Sungei Wang Plaza is considered Kuala Lumpur’s fi rst modern shopping mall off ering ‘all kinds of everything’ to the masses. Even now, Sungei Wang’s star has not waned and Bhouses a retail mix of over 700 outlets featuring the best and aff ordable fashion, streetwear, footwear, accessories and mobile phones. The dining options there are updated and eclectic, suiting a range of preferences and the buzz word here is value-for-money as reasonable quality products can be obtained even for those on a budget. Jalan Bukit Bintang www.sungeiwang.com +603-2148 6109 Take the Monorail to Imbi Station or Bukit Bintang Monorail Station. The 10:00 to 22:00 daily complex is just a short distance away. Bukit Bintang Plaza Starhill Gallery KL Plaza 111, Jalan Bukit Bintang 181, Jalan Bukit Bintang Jalan Bukit Bintang +603-2148 7411 +603-2782 3855 +603-2141 7288 10.00 to 22:00 daily 10:00 to 22:00 daily 10:00 to 21:00 daily Take the Monorail to Bukit Bintang www.starhillgallery.com Take the Monorail to Bukit Bintang Station. The complex is literally just Take the Monorail to Bukit Bintang Station, the complex is a short walk around the corner. Station, Starhill Gallery is just around away the corner.
SHOPPING AROUND || 61 Bukit Bintang/Golden Triangle Low Yat Plaza ong maintaining its reputation as THE place for IT goods, Low Yat Plaza features an almost entire retail mix of IT-related products Lfrom top international brands as well as local brands. This IT mall distinguishes itself from the rest by off ering a greater range and variety of a single product brought about by the inter-chained stores within its seven fl oors. In fact, the already competitive prices are bargainable and the installation services provided adds value to the buyer’s purchase. Off Jalan Bukit Bintang +603-2148 3651 10:00 to 22:00 daily www.plazalowyat.com Take the Monorail to Imbi Station or Bukit Bintang Station. Low Yat Plaza is a short walk away. Berjaya Times Square romising something for everyone in the family, this 10-fl oor mall is Imbi Plaza Pthe largest single phase shopping Jalan Imbi +603-2143 9433 mall to be built featuring anchor tenant 10:00 to 21:00 daily Metrojaya departmental store, the Take the KL Monorail to Imbi Station largest Borders store in the world, the or Bukit Bintang Station. The complex largest Cineplex movie theatre in the is just a short distance away. region and the largest indoor theme park in Southeast Asia, Cosmo’s World, in addition to the retail mix of branded labels, restaurants and shops. Besides the many mega attractions housed in the 3.5 million square feet shopping mall, the two towers adjacent to it houses a 5-star hotel and luxury serviced suites all connected to the mall via the lifts in the hotel lobby. To top it all off , KL Monorail’s Imbi station is right at the doorstep of the fi rst level entrance of the mall. 1, Jalan Imbi +603-2117 3081 10:00 to 22:00 daily www.timessquarekl.com Lot 10 Take the Monorail to Imbi Station, and exit right into Berjaya Times Square. 50, Jalan Sultan Ismail Alternatively, take the STAR LRT to Hang Tuah Station and take a 5-minute walk to the +603-2141 0500 mall. 10:00 to 21:30 daily www.ytlcommunity.com/lot10/ index.asp Take the Monorail to Bukit Bintang Station. The complex is just a short Pavilion Kuala Lumpur walk away. ighbrow fashion and lifestyle has found a home at the corner of Jalan Sultan Ismail and Jalan Bukit Bintang. Within the Hunmistakable European façade that is Pavillion is a wonderland that has catered to some of KL’s most affl uent since September 2007. With seven uniquely themed fl oors, Bintang Circle, Connection, Couture, Gourmet Emporium, Home and Seventh Heaven shoppers have the privilege of choosing the particular fl oor that suits their fancy. The 1.37 million sq ft shopping mall makes luxury and privilege is so accesible! Jalan Bukit Bintang +603-2716 1088 10:00 to 22:00 daily www.pavilion-kl.com Take the Monorail to Bukit Bintang Station. Pavilion Kuala Lumpur is located in Jalan Bukit Bintang, just the opposite of JW Marriott and the Westin Hotels.
62 || SHOPPING AROUND Subang Jaya, Sunway & Shah Alam nitially extensions of Petaling Jaya, the suburbs of Sunway and Subang Jaya have matured into townships with burgeoning populations. Meanwhile, Shah Alam, the seat of the Selangor State IGovernment, provides a shopping centre in the centre of town. Subang Parade Lot 3.01, Jalan SS22/23 eclaring itself to be ‘our place’, this 160-retail- +603- 7727 3000 outlet neighbourhood mall has reinvented http://http://www.hektargroup.com/SubangParade Take the KTM Komuter to the Subang Jaya Dits interiors to make it even more accesible Station and at the exit head towards the right and with disabled-friendly features, mother’s room cross the road to Subang Parade. It is right opposite and surau for prayers. It off ers a comprehensive list Carrefour Subang Jaya. of dining options with local, regional and western cuisine widely available. SACC Mall The Summit Subang USJ Persiaran Kewajipan, USJ 1, 47600, UEP Subang Jaya Jalan Perbandaran 14/9, Shah Alam +603-5510 5400 +603- 8024 0551 www.sacc.com.my http:/www.thesummit.com.my Take Rapid KL bus No. U63 to reach to the mall. Sunway Pyramid Sunway Pyramid has undergone a magnifi cent transformation to herald a new shopping kingdom that boasts 800 exciting new shops. The all-new Sunway Pyramid brings you an eclectic mix of 5 shopping precincts in this retail haven – Fashion Central, Oasis Boulevard, Asian Avenue, Marrakesh No 3 Jalan PJS 11/15, Bandar Sunway and Kidz Zone off er a rejuvenating sanctuary for +603-7494 3100 / +603-7494 3101 / +603-7494 3102 / shoppers of all ages. For some entertainment, +603-7492 9998 http://www.sunwaypyramid.com the mall houses the 48-lane Sunway Mega Lanes, Take the Kelana Line to the Kelana Jaya Station and feeder Malaysia’s only ice-skating rink Sunway Pyramid bus No T 623 passes by Sunway Pyramid. Alternatively, take Ice, a 12-screen Tanjong Golden Village Cineplex, the KTM Komuter to the Subang Jaya Station and buses or taxis wil pass by Sunway from Carrefour Subang Jaya, which and also a world-class exhibition and convention is right outside the entrance of the station. center.
SHOPPING AROUND || 63 Klang AEON Bukit Tinggi he royal capital of Selangor, Klang retains its thriving reputation with plenty of malls to go around. TKlang is divided by the Klang River into North Klang, which houses older neghbourhoods and South Klang, which has newer and posher residences with malls that fi t that description too. outh East Asia’s largest Jusco outlet, AEON Bukit Tinggi, promises a variety of Sdining, entertainment and speciality items spread out over one million square feet of fl oorspace, all within the fi rst three fl oors. In addition to the mall’s contemporary design are the cinema, various service outlets found within and its advantageous location next to the KESAS Highway’s exit to Banting/Klang which services the newer neighbourhoods in South Klang like Bandar Botanic and Bandar Bukit Tinggi very well. 1, Persiaran Batu Nilam 1/KS 6, Bandar Bukit Tinggi 2. +603-3326 2370 10:00 to 22:30 daily From the KESAS Highway, go straight up the Banting/Klang exit ramp on your left. Keep to your right and turn right at the traffi c lights. Go straight pass the fi rst set of traffi c lights and Bandar Botanic on your left. AEON is on your left right after that. Bukit Raja Shopping Centre Persiaran Bukit Raja 2, Bandar Baru Klang t the other end of Klang is Bukit Raja Shopping +603-3343 2166 Centre, also anchored by AEON-Jusco but 10:00 to 22:30 daily Ajust a turn off from the Federal Highway. This After the Klang toll plaza on the Federal fi ve-storey shopping mall has been a favourite Highway, go straight and keep to the left. There will be a signboard that shows Jusco Bukit Raja on your haunt of the residents from the surrounding left. Go straight and keep to your right without going neighbourhoods since 1995 and on weekends, up the fl yover. At the traffi c lights under the fl yover families, groups of teenagers and even grandparents you will turn right and Bukit Raja Shopping Centre is may be seen enjoying a spot of retail therapy or on your left. window shopping. Centro Klang he thing about Centro Klang is its strategic location on the busiest highway leading into Klang town Tcentre. The one-stop business and leisure destination aff ords many corporations and local businesses an avenue to meet and conduct business as well as off ering plenty of dining and leisure choices in Klang. It’s over 1 million square feet has seen it as one of Klang’s tallest buildings at 29-storeys high and the retail mix within the retail podium complements the offi ce tower well. No 8, Jalan Batu Tiga Lama +603-3341 2011 http://www.centro.com.my After the Klang toll plaza on the Federal Highway, go over the fl yover and keep to your left right after that. At the Berkeley Roundabout turn left and keep to the right at the traffi c lights right after that. Turn right into the innermost lane, Jalan Batu Tiga Lama, and Centro is will be on your left, right before Hotel Histana and the Klang Hokkien Association.
64 || SHOPPING AROUND Bangsar, Mont Kiara & Sri Hartamas Bangsar Village Bangsar Village II Jalan Ara, Bangsar Jalan Telawi 1, Bangsar +603-2282 1808 +603-2288 1200 10:30 to 22:30 daily 10:30 to 22:30 daily www.bangsarvillage.com www.bangsarvillage.com Take the Putra LRT to Bangsar Station. From there, Take the Putra LRT to Bangsar Station. From there, take a short taxi ride to Bangsar Village. take a short taxi ride to Bangsar Village II. Mont Kiara & Sri Hartamas he Mont Kiara and Sri Hartamas suburbs are adjacent to each other, divided only by the SPRINT highway which runs right through them. Long prized for its exclusivity and its high expatriate Tdensity, the shopping and retail scene here tends to refl ect the upper middle to high-end, expatriate-centric sensitivities which cater to the needs and wants of the community here. Solaris @ Mont Kiara he landmark L-shaped glass and Jalan Solaris, Mont’ Kiara steel structures which follow +603-6201 2288 Tthe curve of the Sprint highway +603-64118818 is a two phase commercial and retail 10:00 to 22:00 www.sunrisebhd.com development launched in 2007 and reknowned for its high-end interior design, spa and salons, nightlife and fi ne dining concepts. The second phase’s 76-lot, double-storey shopping podium is anchored by Clark Hatch Fitness gym and Cold Storage supermarket. Hartamas Shopping Centre @ Plaza Damas he neighbourhood feel more diverse mix of F&B outlets. 60 Jalan Sri Hartamas 1 of Hartamas Shopping The defi ning feature however +603-6201 8353 http://www.hartamas-sc.com/ TCentre which covers 200 has to be the concierge, where 000 square feet spread over 3 registation opens the door to fl oors stands out especially with a variety of services including the good retail mix. With two a valet and personal butler anchor tenants, CitiSuper and services SenQ, the centre is linked to among others. Plaza Damas, giving it an even Plaza Mont Kiara laza Mont Kiara has been a drawing point since 1996, with two weekly markets held at the fountain courtyard. The Sunday Arts, Bric-a-Brac & Craft (ABC) market is a daytime market Pdisplaying 100 exhibitor stalls of local culture, arts and craft. Meanwhile the Fiesta Nite Market between 6 pm – 10 pm on Thursdays brings out the crowds with something for everyone. No 2 Jalan Kiara, Mont’ Kiara +603-6411 8818 www.sunrisebhd.com +603-6201 2288 10:00 to 22:00
66 || SHOPPING AROUND Electric, Electronic, IT Goods dentifying what you want and what you need is half the battle won when you are in serious pursuit of great bargains during sales season. With this section, we hope that you do get to zoom Iin on the exact thing which you need. If you cannot fi nd what you need, fret not, we will expand into more categories in the near future. Kicking things off will be our scoop on IT-geeks’ favourite things! When it comes to electric, electronic and IT gadgets, Klang Valley’s most eclectic mix is found either in whole fl oors dedicated to IT, as is the case with Mid Valley and Sunway Pyramid, and in digital malls, with the likes of Low Yat Plaza and Imbi Plaza in the heart of KL. However, the growth of the suburbs have also seen other digital malls rising up including: SM Digital Mall M Digital Mall’s unmistakable yellow, w, white and black tiled façade de Sforms the centre of the commercial al district in Petaling Jaya’s Section 14. The he four-storey medium-sized mall contains ns a variety of IT-related products neatly tly seperated into fi ve main categories: es: computers, mobile phones, gadgets, ts, game consoles and accessories. Both th business and personal users will fi nd SM SM Digital Mall’s high accessiblity from the he Asia Jaya LRT via feeder buses and the he fact that PJ residents no longer have to to travel to KL for high-quality, cutting-g- edge and value for money IT solutions.s. No 2, Jalan SS 14/20, Section 14, Petaling Jaya +603-7955 4394 http://www.digitalmall.com.my Take the Kelana Line to the Asia Jaya Station and from there it is a 5-minute taxi ride away. way. Otherwise, feeder bus No 904 A will pass by Jalan Semangat and stop at Section 14’s bus stop. SM Digital Mall is right behind the row of sholots which ch are just behind the bus stop. USJ 19 Digital Mall lso known as the shopping centre ‘19’ USJ 19’s digital mall is housed in a mixed-use complex along with the Rhythm Avenue apartments and Carrefour hypermarket adjacent to the Adigital mall. Being very new in the market, many shopfronts were still empty during its soft launch in 2008. However, there are many newer IT vendors slowly trickling in, promising residents of Subang Jaya a closer solution to their IT needs. Jalan Persiaran Kewajipan, USJ 19, Subang Jaya +1-300-88-2939 (Carrefour) http://www.digitalmall.com.my From Subang Jaya, head towards the ELITE highway via Persiaran Kewajipan. USJ 19 Digital Mall is on your left just after the Subang Perdana Good Year Courts area. Value-added Services hether you are in Low Yat or in any other digital mall, services off ered by various vendors to often sweeten or close a deal are very normal in the Klang Valley. Though services off ered Wmay diff er between vendors, it is good to know that you can get the most mileage out of a product within a competitive budget and good deals are just around the corner if you bother surveying diff erent vendors for their price and off erings. Bringing along your bargaining skills could just land the best deal in town!
70 || SHOPPING AROUND Textiles & Apparel hen it comes to clothes, fabrics and fashion, the Klang Valley has both retailers and wholesalers vying for a piece of the action. In this section we bring you the wholesalers Wand textile merchants who shape the backdrop of the fashion and apparel industry for the many ladies who still prefer to tailor-make their clothes. Nilai 3 lthough Nilai is in Negeri Sembilan, it is still considered part of the Klang Valley and this wholesale one-stop centre provides a variety of products and services for tourists who Acome as far as KL and Seremban to enjoy the cheap and good bargains around here. With its 165 hectares, inclusive of built up areas, this wholesale centre is one of the largest wholesale centres in Malaysia. It was initially set up in 2001 to promote goods from China but now a variety of products from all over can be found here. No.231, Jalan Nilai 3/8, Kawasan Perindustrian Nilai 3, Nilai, Negeri Sembilan +606-799 3883 http://www.nilai-3.com Take the KTM Komuter to the Nilai Station and from there take a taxi to Nilai 3 Industrial Area. many ladie Jalan Tuanku Abdul Rahman i3 he former Batu Road now named after the fi rst King of Malaysia, is more fondly known as Jalan TAR among the locals. Right in the heart of KL’s business district, this is KL’s oldest shopping Tcanton, famous for its many textile merchants, boutiques, departmental stores and shopping arcades in pre-war buildings on both sides of the road. The various traders, retailers, wholesalers and hawkers ply their trade, selling everything from local produce to food while the weekly Saturday night market is from 5 pm -10 pm P. Lal Store Campbell Complex Wisma Lal Doshi, 135 Jalan TAR Binwani’s Jalan Dang Wangi +603-2694 2694 136 Jalan Tuanku Abdul Rahman +603-2698 1366 10:00 to 22:00 daily +603-2694 0402 http://www.plal.com/ 10:00 to 18:00 daily www.binwani.com Sara Hughes @ Globe Silk Store Wisma LH Global, 185, Jalan TAR Gulati’s Silk Store +603- 2699 7115 162-164, Jalan TAR, 10:00 to 22:00 daily +603-2698 3901 10:00 to 22:00 Kamdar 83-85, Jalan Tuanku Abdul Rahman Euro Moda +603-2692 5571 126-128 Jalan TAR 113, Jalan Tuanku Abdul Rahman +603-2287 5277 +603-2698 8488/03-2691 0059 10:00 to 22:00 171, Jalan Tuanku Abdul Rahman +603-2691 5652,03-2693 2518 Tang Ling Shopping Centre 431-433, Jalan Tunku Abdul Rahman 187 Jalan TAR 10:00 to 22:00 daily +603-2692 9668/03-2070 1788 10:00 to 22:00 daily
SHOPPING AROUND || 71 Local Arts & Crafts ith the increase in demand for the fi ner things in life, the demand for local arts & crafts and lifestyle furnishings have gone up. Among the notable markets which are currently Westablished to feed this demand would be art markets mushrooming around the Klang Valley. We take a peek at the top ones: Central Market sually held in the evenings from 5.00pm to about U11.00pm all over the city, the pasar malam has become part of the country’s landscape – and part and parcel of every Malaysians way of life. If you’re staying close to the centre of town – then Central Market is well worth a visit. As one of the oldest and most talked about markets in KL, it’s a great place to pick up some really interesting curios and bargains. Central Market is located in Jalan Kasturi in the cities old Market Square area (+603-2031 0339, www. centralmarket-kl.com.my). Central Market has plenty handicraft items of local origin from all the states in Malaysia. Some of the more enticing souvenirs found at Central Market are the traditionally woven songket (luxurious fabric with gold and silver threads sew intricately on it), sutera Petaling Street (valuable silk weaving), batik (hand- ithin walking distance from Central Market is painted motifs on dyed silk), and Petaling Street, A.K.A Chinatown Kuala Lumpur’s Wau (popular Malay kites) among Wmost famous popular night market; Chinatown others. You can also fi nd plenty of is bounded by Jalan (street) Bandar, Jalan Petaling and personalized key chains, souvenir Jalan Sultan).Visitors can fi nd all sorts of everything at T-shirts, antique replicas, paintings, this make shift bazaar with a purpose built roof. Items sold costume jewellery, pewter, etc. Built range from wallets, handbags, watches, shoes, t-shirts in 1888, and listed as a heritage and fashion accessories, etc. The price of items sold can be site by the Malaysian Heritage extraordinarily cheap or incredibly expensive, depending on Society, Central Market is a one-stop the originality of the item and your haggling skills? Cheap souvenir-shop. It’s also well known as CDs and DVDs can also be found here. Some of the city’s a venue for performing arts. A visit to best local foods can also be found at Chinatown with some Central Market will present to you a shops having been in operation since the early 1900s. vivid sense of city life combined with Wander down some of the side lanes adjacent to Petaling all the traditional and diversifi ed Street and you’ll glimpse old Chinatown itself, with vendors cultures that represent Malaysia. selling funeral wreaths, fresh vegetables, live poultry and all manner of daily items.With most stalls open everyday, Take the Putra LRT and alight at Pasar Seni Station. You’ll fi nd the green coloured market vendors start setting up in the late afternoon. But the best building opposite the Klang River and next to time to make a trip to Chinatown is at night, where visitors nearby Chinatown. Most buses coming into can feel the areas real oriental atmosphere amongst the the city will stop at or nearby Central Market. hustling & bustling crowd. Take the STAR LRT, and alight at Plaza Rakyat Station. Take a short walk down to Petaling Street. Or alternatively, if you’re around Central Market, just take a short walk along Jalan Kasturi, then turn left and head down Jalan Sultan until you reach Petaling Street.
72 || SHOPPING AROUND Flea Markets, Bazaars & Night Markets erving up everything under the sun all under one roof is what most fl ea markets around the Klang Valley aim to do. With such a goal, it is easy to see that each fl ea market off er the best Sin diff erent products, from fashion to handicrafts, toys to antiques and even household items, which make life in the Valley, all that much easier. Sunrise Arts, Bric-a-brac and Craft (ABC Amcorp Mall Market) ithout doubt the biggest indoor fl ea egun in March 2000, the 100-stall arts and market in the Klang Valley, Amcorp crafts market is spread out over a 40,000 sq WMall’s weekly fl ea market is the fi rst fl ea Bft fountain courtyard in Plaza Mont Kiara. market in Malaysia which began in 1998 and still It features Malaysian handicrafts, paintings, draws exhibitors and buyers to the present day. It clothes, handbags, shoes and acccessories, sure takes the cake for antiques, vintage records books, plants, houshold goods and car exhibits. and clothes, collectables, toys, homemade food Its’ wide appeal to people of all ages even has and a whole host of other things. some of the residents opening stalls as outlets to showcase their own home made creations. Lower Ground Floor, 18 Pesiaran Barat Off Jalan Timur, +603-7958 5318 10:00 to 18:00 weekends Fountain Court, Plaza Mont Kiara, No 2 Jalan Kiara, Mont’ Kiara www.shopneasy.com Take the Kelana Line to the Taman Jaya Station +603-6201 2288/ +603-64118818 and cross the road from the exit to Amcorp Mall. 10:00 to 18:00 Sundays only www.sunrisebhd.com * Photo Courtesy of Rafi dedic Photography Bijou Bazaar rom a blog to a bazaar, that is the story of Bijou Bazaar’s success to capture the many online entrepreneurs, hobbyists and garage sale businesses with anything under the sun to sell. Of Fparticular note however, are the fashion and apparel, bags, shoes and accessories plus bric-a- brac widely found here. Jeumpa D'ramo, 102 - 104, Jalan Maarof, Bangsar +603-5630 0064/ 012-398 9849 (Maryam)/ 019-655 9945 (Iwan-g) 10:00 to 18:00 every fi rst weekend of the month http://bijoubazaar.blogspot.com/ Souk Al-TAR KL Arts Market 22/F Maju Junction Mall (Laman Seni) +603-2772 85001 Jalan Temerloh, Off Jalan Tun Razak 0:00 to 22:00 daily +603-4025 4990 Take the Monorail to Medan Tuanku Monorail Station. 8:00 to 17:00 (1st Saturday of each month) Alternatively, take the STAR LRT to Jalan Sultan Ismail LRT Take the Monorail to Titiwangsa Monorail Station. From Station. Maju Junction is just a short walk away. If you’re there, take a short taxis ride to the market. exiting from the Monorail, take the exit to Medan Tuanku, away from the Sheraton Imperial Hotel and walk straight for approx 500 metres, you will see Maju Junction straight ahead. If you’re taking the STAR LRT, from the exit, turn right and walk straight along the shaded pathway. Maju Junction will be on your right.
Eating Eating Out Out Introduction.....……………............................................. 73 Special Focus: Tupai Tupai Restaurant & Café............... 74 Special Focus: Rumah Ku Gallery & Café...................... 75 Bukit Bintang & Chinatown............................................ 76 Special Focus: UMAC Rumah Ku.................................. 77 Jalan TAR and Kampung Baru…................................... 78 Ampang, Kampung Pandan and Taman Dagang............. 79 Cheras, Old Klang Road, Puchong and Kajang……...... 80 Subang Jaya / Pudu, Imbi & Taman Maluri ................... 81 Klang and Sepang Goldcoast………....................…….. 82 Under 1 Roof……........................................................... 83 Changkat Bukit Bintang………….................................. 84 Chinese Restaurants………........................................… 85 Malay Restaurants……...........................................…… 86 Nyonya Restaurants……........................................…… 87 Indian Restaurants………...........................................… 88 Asian Region……......................................................… 89 Fusion……..................................................................... 90 Western…….........................................……………….. 91 Bakery-Cafes……....................................................…. 92 82 hey say that eating out is enjoy the kaleidoscope of tastes, A little bit(e) of this, a little bit(e) a lifestyle and it couldn’t all you need to do is trot off to the of that… Tbe truer in the Klang nearest hawker complex. There How to eat in the Klang Valley Valley! Being a gathering point you will fi nd the contribution from and not get too prosperous? Now for foreigners and Malaysians other states such as Asam Laksa, this is the dining conundrum that from other nations and states many ladies, and some men, fi nd Pan Mee, Char Kuey Teow and Nasi mean that you are spoilt for Dagang. themselves in. Due to the amazing choice whether you are craving array of food that is a collection for something cosmopolitan or These days the presence of a large from all the states of Malaysia, most something from home you will expat community spells a vibrant locals practice a strategy known be sure to fi nd it here. and international dining scene in as eating ‘a little bit of this and a the Klang Valley and whether your little bit of that’. In other words, The Klang Valley is such that idea of eating out involves al-fresco food sampling is the only way to various areas are more famous dining or within the plush confi nes keep those waistline dreams alive. for a certain food item like of air-conditioned comfort, be Unless, you have a reward system Ampang’s Yong Tau Foo or prepared to eat to your heart’s in place where you indulge and Klang’s Bak Kut Teh and to truly content! workout later.
74 || EATING OUT Special Focus: Tupai Tupai Restaurant & Café estled snugly and surrounded by lush green vegetation at the centre of KL, this unique Malay Nrestaurant has become a popular venue for KL working people to have their lunch. Its Minangkabau styled roof, wooden plank fl ooring and Malay village styled dining in wooden gazebos give you the feel of the countryside with relaxed ambience. What’s more, you will feel like being in the middle of the jungle. It is amazing to fi nd this place hidden in the city centre and it is not easy to fi nd it. Not only that, Fullhouse also provides event management services to help you put together the most happening, most talked-about party in town! Pleasing to the eyes, the senses and the palate, Fullhouse Lifestyle Store & Café is a truly novel experience. So gather your friends and head on down to the latest, coolest hang-out place in town! Tupai Tupai serves not only Malay cuisine but also Western, Chinese and steamboat dishes. Its rich variety of lunch dishes will surely make you come over and over again. Its specialties include grilled fi sh, ‘bubur lambok’ (porridge), tom yam, butter prawn, dessert and buff et. Tupai Tupai Restaurant & Café off ers somewhat unusual dining environment as this place is inhabited by animals like a peacock and a peahen which roam freely in the lush green compound. Squirrels (tupai-tupai in Malay) used to be the inhabitants of this area where government quarters and colonial bungalows interspersed. However, they can still be seen in a simple ‘zoo’ set-up, together with an iguana, welcoming patrons in the front of the main entrance. Located right behind the Dewan Bahasa & Pustaka (DBP) building and opposite MAA building, Tupai Tupai shares the land with the Persatuan Wartawan Melayu (PWM) building. There is ample parking in its large compound and you can dine as long as you want as the parking is free. 551A, Jalan Bukit Petaling, Off Jalan Istana Negara, 50460 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. +603-2143 2525/2141 3199 +603-2144 5921 11:30 to 00:00 daily, Lunch (Malay cuisine) – Monday to Friday Dinner (buff et steamboat) – 18:00 to 22:00 daily From the Loke Yew intersection, take the road to Dewan Bahasa & Pustaka. Drive along Jalan Dewan Bahasa and keep right. Once you see Menara MAA on your left, take the right-most turning as you go up the ramp to Jalan Istana. Circle Jalan Bukit Pet- aling and Tupai Tupai is on the right just before rejoining the junction where Menara MAA stands.
EATING OUT || 75 Special Focus: Rumah Ku Gallery & Café Rumah Ku Gallery & Café @ 6A, Jalan Universiti ocated at the Jalan University and opposite University Hospital, this single-storey old-style bungalow with a small garden appears to be nothing unusual. But, Lnever judge a book by its cover, as the old saying goes. The moment you step foot into the house, you will be impressed by its surroundings beautifully decorated in warm shades of bright green and orange. Its interior beckons though it may look simple. Paintings are hung on the walls and are open for sale. There are three sections in the house, with each displaying its unique features. Located in the living room, Malay Hall has its tables covered with colourful cotton batik fabrics and its window covered with batik cloth. Chinese Room is signifi cant with its hanging antique candle holders and its marble tables with brocaded table runners, while Indian Room has brass bells on each table and saris on the ceiling. On the whole, Rumah Ku makes itself a homely ambience, suitable for eating out with family. What makes this restaurant extraordinary is its fantastic cuisine, with an extensive menu of home-cooked Indian, Chinese and Malay delights under one roof. Most of the food on the menu is hot and spicy. The signature dishes include Indonesian Style Prawn, Mutton Porial, Special Mixed Vegetables with Lotus Root, Yam Basket with Braised Chicken and Marmite Chicken. Indonesian Style Prawn with curry, which surprisingly adds a distinctive fl avour to the dish though the curry is made without the presence of coconut milk but of evaporated milk, appears to be very tempting. Special Mixed Vegetables with lotus roots, water chestnuts, caulifl owers, carrots and peas is a delightful yet healthy dish. Meanwhile, Mutton Porial, which is stir-fried with dry curry spices, is aromatic and full of fl avour while the meat is tender and boneless. The prices can be quite reasonable considering the wonderful setting and the food quality. Above all, all the dishes in Rumah Ku are prepared without the presence of monosodium glutamate (a very common fl avour enhancer used in most dishes in Malaysia), hence promosing you a healthy diet. Directions: Rumah Ku Gallery & Café, 6A, Jalan Universiti, Petaling Jaya. +603-7957 1073/+012-3131 073 From Mid Valley Megamall, take the Fed- 11:00 to 22:00 (Tuesday to Sunday) eral Highway, going towards the Klang [email protected] direction. Turn left to the fl yover and then www.rumahkuonline.com turn right into Jalan Universiti. Rumah Ku is on your left, about 50 metres from the junction, facing the Universiti Hospital.
76 || EATING OUT Bukit Bintang & Chinatown Right in the City Centre ong considered by many as the city centre of KL before KLCC was developed, the Bukit Bintang and Chinatown area was extremely famous for its local Chinese dishes. Among the more Lfamous include beef noodles and fried Hokkien noodles. Meanwhile, just across the road from Chinatown is Masjid India, whose infl uence can also be partly seen on the restaurants on Jalan TAR as they are just back-to-back. The specialty here is defi nitely the Indian Muslim dish of Nasi Kandar and this can also be seen in the next page. Soong Kee Beef Noodle Lian Bee Hokkien Mee his is the spot frequented by the lunch crowd he fried Hokkien noodles here is his who work in and around the Chinatown specialty and the heap of plates stacked Tarea. The trick to getting a seat during the Tup one upon the other is a testament peak lunch hour is to either go there early or wait to the many satisfi ed customers who have for a table which is about to be vacated as the downed the smooth and delicious noodles with corner coff ee shop has only 1 shop-lot space to the delectable pork lard bits and fried over the accommodate diners. Besides the springy beef traditional charcoal fi re. balls and their specialty beef tendon and tripe Lorong 1, Jalan Tun Tan Cheng Lock soup which can be ordered as add-onns, the +6019-335 9203 main draw of their dry noodles are really a crowd 16:00 to 23:00 daily Stop at the Pasar Seni station and walk along Jalan Tun Tan favourite. Cheng Lock upon exiting the station. Kedai Kopi Lai Foong is on No 3, Jalan Tun Tan Siew Sin your left, just after Hong Leong Bank and before S&M Shopping +603 – 2078 1484 Centre. The stall is right behind the coff ee shop. 11:00 to 00:00 daily except Sundays and Public Holidays ome to the many open air food courts, Any RapidKL bus which plies the inner city which has a Medan Pasar sign will stop at the inner city bus hub, which is on the road wai sek kais (glutton’s road) and porridge parallel to Jalan Tun Tan Siew Sin. From the bus stop, cross the road Hsteamboat, the Pudu, Imbi and Taman and walk along the side of the shoplots to the next road. Soong Kee Maluri area are all areas towards the east of KL, is the corner shop right in front of the sidewalk. heading into the suburbs of both Cheras and Restaurant Mexim Connaught Ampang. In fact, there are so many good places to eat, it would be impossible to cover them all. ocated right at the start of the Taman Hence, we selected a dish that is unique to this Connaught night market, Mexim is one of Lthe famous dim sum places to go in Taman area, porridge steamboat, which began gaining ground in this area of the Klang Valley before Connaught. While the dim sum is only available the trend passed on to other areas. in the mornings, the nights see Klang Bah Kut Teh lovers throng this place. It is super packed on Beef Noodles weekends, hence it is wise to come earlier to avoid ithout a doubt on of the mainstays of disappointment. Klang Valley’s street food, beef noodles No. 2, Jalan Cerdik, Taman Connaught Wis a dish that is based on a clear beef +603-9101 6679 broth with a mixture of sliced beef, tendons, 06:00 to 00:00 daily tripe and beef balls. The noodles are served From the Bandar Tun Razak LRT station, go straight and towards Taman Connaught on the East-West Interlink Highway. Even either wet (the noodles are in the soup) or dry when you see the BHPetrol Station on your left, continue going (also known as kon loh, where the noodles are straight the U-Turn under the Cheras-Kajang Highway. U-turn separate from the soup). The dish is completed back and keep to your left. You will see Mexim on your left as with a dash of chopped spring onions and you approach the fi rst junction on your left. Turn left into Jalan Cerdik and the Mexim is the fi rst restaurant on your left. pepper on top. Fried Hokkien Noodles ruly a specialty of Klang Valley, fried Hokkien noodles here are not found anywhere else Tin the nation. Also known by locals as tai lok meen or big, fat noodles, these yellow noodles, which look like udon noodles, are cooked in thick black soy sauce, meat, prawns, a bit of vegetables and diced pork lard. The chilli sauce that comes with it is the perfect condiment to highlight the taste.
EATING OUT || 77 Special Focus: UMAC Rumah Ku Rumah Ku @ Universiti Malay Academic Club (UMAC) estled snugly at one end of Jalan University and opposite the MAHSA NCollege Hostel Complex is the double-storey bungalow with lush green surrounding and languid ambience. With some authentic Western and local dishes, it will leave you with a memorable experience. It is a clubhouse with a homely feel, with simple and unpretentious cuisine. This restaurant serves a rather large selection of not so typical Western dishes, like Chicken Parmiagianna, Salmon Chowder, Morrocan Spiced Grilled Salmon and Sizzling Lamb Steaks. The food is cooked to cater to everyone’s taste. Included on the menu are some local dishes, like Curry Laksa, Nasi Lemak and Belacan Fried Rice. The Curry Laksa served here has rich aromatic coconut gravy with spiciness and fragrance that will beckon you to have another! Also on the menu are cocktails and your favourite tipple. Rumah Ku @ UMAC will defi nitely draw you to come back for more of its quality and mouth- watering dishes. UMAC Rumah Ku, 1, Jalan 12/5, 46200 Petaling Jaya. +012-687 3659 Café (Tuesday to Saturday) – 11:00 to 15:00 (Sunday) – 17:00 to 22:00 [email protected] port free outlet
78 || EATING OUT Jalan TAR & Kampung Baru hen anyone is in this area, the fi rst thought they have would be of rice, simply because this is the place for the best rice dishes, whether it is Jalan TAR’s Nasi WKandar and Nasi Padang or Kampung Baru’s Nasi Lemak and Nasi Dagang, there is always something to fi ll empty stomachs with something substantial. Sithique Nasi Kandar uthentic nasi kandar doesn’t get any NASI By Any Other Name… better than this. Sithique is famous for its Rice, being a Malaysian staple, is served in Afresh dishes cooked daily and displayed in various forms. Penangites grew up with Nasi the traditional jewel case for all diners to see. In Kandar – which refl ects how it was originally fact, delicacies found in Penang’s traditional nasi sold, by street peddlers who would walk along kandar institutions such as telur sotong, ayam a road with two containers, one containing kapitan, sambal sotong and fried fi sh roe are rice, the other dishes, balanced on a pole all found here just as one would expect it from upon their shoulders (kandar). Meanwhile, Penang those from the East Coast would be familiar No 133, Jalan TAR +6012-382 4867 with Nasi Dagang – so called ‘Traders’ Rice’ 07:00 to 19:00 daily except till 16:00 on Tuesdays as most sea-faring traders of the past would Stop at the Bandaraya station and head for Sogo have the fragrant coconut milk rice while Shopping Centre. It is right across the road from Sogo. travelling to their destinations. Those of Minangkabau descent from Negeri Sembilan, Nasi Lemak Kampung Baru would defi nitely recommend Nasi Padang, also called Nasi Minang, which refl ects their ithout doubt world famous already, culinary roots through their unique cooking there are a few nasi lemak specialists methods. But when you’re in the Klang Valley, Win Kampung Baru, KL’s remaining all of these and more are available and the new village in the heart of the city. To many most common type of rice eaten here would of us, nasi lemak is something we have during be the Nasi Lemak. This dish is called thus due breakfast, but in the Klang Valley, nasi lemak to the creamy coconut milk used to cook the takes on a life of its own. Besides the fragrant rice before it is served with condiments of rice cooked in creamy coconut milk and fried anchovies and peanuts, hard boiled egg, pandan leaves, the regular accompaniments cucumber and sambals of various kinds. of fried anchovies, roasted peanuts, hard boiled eggs, cucumber and sambal, the thing that really sets the nasi lemak here apart is the Nasi Lemak Antarabangsa dishes like paru goreng (fried lungs), bergedil f you should have sudden cravings or hunger (local meat-potato patties) and beef or chicken pangs right in the dead of the night, there is rendang which truly make it a subtantial feast Istill hope for you yet, as there is a place which for even lunch and dinner. There are many is open during the graveyard shifts but closed in operators which make your trip to Kampung the daytime. This amazing street is full of food Baru well worth your time. In fact all you have restaurants and stalls amidst the unchanging to do is to either choose one along the main new village setting and the odd hours defi nitely road, which is opened during normal waking help those who are either on the graveyard shift hours or choose the other which caters to as well or diners just looking out for a great those eating in the wee hours of the night. supper place. No 4, Jalan Raja Muda Musa R.A. Nasi Lemak 18:00 to 12:00 (the next day) daily. Head for Jalan Raja Muda Musa, which welcomes you with an his is one for those working in the Dang arch right at the start of the road and a sign to the Kampung Baru LRT Station just 100 m down the road. The small Wangi area and is famous for its great restaurant is on your left, just 50 m from the arch Taccompaniments which are just excellent with their famous nasi lemak. It is also popular Nasi Padang Capital Café with the lunch crowds as it is open during the 213, Jalan Tuanku Abdul Rahman regular offi ce hours and also after that. +6012-6291 730 10:00 to 17:30 daily except Sundays. No 15, Jalan Raja Abdullah This stall is within a Chinese coffeeshop, immediately +6012-6291 730 across the road from Gulati’s and Euro Moda, nearer the 06:30 to 11:00 daily, 16:00 to 00:00 weekdays only. Sogo Shopping Centre part of Jalan TAR
EATING OUT || 79 Ampang, Kampung Pandan & Taman Dagang ention the word Ampang and the fi rst thought that comes to mind is Ampang Yong Tau Foo. This dish is truly a locally inspired dish which has made Ampang famous far and wide. The Mdefi ning feature is its stuff ed fi sh paste products, which are made fresh daily. Besides that, Ampang is also home to many of the South Korean expats, which have come to Malaysia to establish trade relations with their home country. Ampang Yong Tau Foo Kimchi with My Neighbours mpang ’ s claim to fame Ampang is unique among all the suburbs of Alies in the the Klang Valley in the sense that many South three restaurants Korean expatriates choose to settle down in Kampung Baru here. As a result, their presence in Ampang’s Ampang which are next to each other. This row food scene is enriched with their culinary contains Ampang Homeland Yong Tau Foo, contributions. Among one of the many dishes which has several branches through out the which is considered a must-have is kimchi. Klang Valley, Orchard View Ampang Yong Tau Foo This is Korean pickled vegetables which they and Restaurant Foong Foong Ampang Yong Tau eat with all of their dishes. Many Korean Foo. This soupy dish is of Hakka origin and the housewives know how to make their own foodstuff soaked in the clear soup can be both kimchi even while they are here. Some off er fresh items as well as fried items, with fresh items them to their neighbours as a part of getting stuff ed with fi sh paste while fried items wrapped to know their neighbours better. If you have in silken beancurd sheets before frying. the privilege of being off ered some, do try it! It is defi nitely something diff erent! Orchard View Korean Village Ampang Yong Yes, this is how most locals identify Taman Tau Foo Dagang nowadays, especially the many h i s Korean restaurants concentrated in the area establishment near Ampang Point, beside the Ampang One Tis right in Avenue. Most of them are bulgogi restaurants between Homeland and Foong Foong and the unique thing about Korean barbecue, and is a great place to visit in the mornings for besides the way the cook them (on raised, a fulfi lling yet healty breakfast (if you don’t order rounded grills), is the side dishes of cold kimchi the fried stuff ). The menu comes in sets here and other picked vegetables. Among some of and to order you simply have to state how many the Korean restaurants in that area are: pieces of items you require. All the cooking is done at the back and you are then presented with the fi nished goodies. Among the other things to look out for are the Beggar’s chicken (which comes in a paper bag) and the pork dishes which Woo Ga Chon Korean BBQ Restaurant are their specialty. G20 Jalan Sulaiman 1 , Taman Putra Sulaiman 621 Jalan Merdeka, Ampang Baru +603-4270 4211 +603-4291 7808 07:00 till 14:00 daily Dae Jang Gum Korean BBQ House From the Ampang LRT Station, head down Jalan Ampang B-3-1-1, One Ampang Business Avenue, Jalan Ampang till you come to the traffi c lights and Joe Medical centre Utama 1/2 is on your right. Turn right and go down Jalan Wawasan +603-4253 2253 4/2 till the T-junction at the end. From there, turn left into 11:30 to 15:00, 17:30 to 22:00 daily Jalan Merdeka and the restaurants will be on your left. Bee Won Korean Restaurant Restoran Kampung B5-1-1, One Ampang Business Center, Jalan Ampang Pandan +603-4256-8573 mpang also serves up a good Go straight after Great Eastern Mall and Gleanegles curry fi sh head found in Intan on Jalan Ampang till judt before Jalan Berembang. AKampung Pandan, with this The restaurant is on your right. restaurant being famous with all the locals and is a recommended place for family dining. 42B, Jalan Thaver, Kampung Pandan +603-9284 5837
80 || EATING OUT Cheras, Old Klang Road, Puchong & Kajang heras and Old Klang Road have long been known for their Chinese hawker food, many of which are in food courts or along main roads in housing estates. Meanwhile, Puchong, both a new Csuburb, has lots of catching up to do, however it is slowly but surely carving a name for itself with the many options available to diners. In Kajang, an area adjacent to Cheras, we visit the one dish that has made Kajang stand out, Satay Kajang, which is reputed to be one of the most generous in the land. Satay Kajang Hj Samuri he trademark building which is just a short drive away from the Kajang KTM station is the site of the Tfamous satay Kajang. The menu is varied with off al, rabbit and venison satay being off ered for those who tire of the regular chicken, beef and mutton satay. As there are many who love their satay, other branches have been opened throughout the Klang Valley, each serving up the same great-tasting satay. Satay Kajang atay is a dish made of bite-sized meat whether chicken, beef, Smutton, fi sh or the occasional rabbit, marinated in a spice paste made from turmeric, lemongrass, ginger and other ground spices before they are skewered and grilled over charcoal fi re. The resulting dish is then served with peanut sauce, nasi himpit (steamed pressed rice) or ketupat and freshly sliced cucumber and onions. What sets Ground & First Floor, Bangunan Dato’ Nazir, Jalan Kelab Kajang the satay in Kajang apart is its generous +603-8737 1853 portions of satay, famed for being the 10:00 to 00:30 Mon-Thurs, 16:00 to 01:00 Fri, 10:00 to 01:00 weekends largest satay in the country, is the fact From the Kajang KTM Station, drive down Jalan Bukit on the left till you reach the T-junction of Jalan Semenyih. Turn left at the T-junction into Jalan that their marinade trumps the and the Semenyih and go straight down the road. You will see the Kajang Stadium fact that the marinade’s piquancy really on your right fi rst before the Satay Kajang building adjacent to it. Chinese food epending on where you are headed to, Cheras, Old Klang Road and Puchong are all areas which off er good Chinese food. While most of the good food are found in traditional Chinese Dcoff ee shops or kopitiams, newer suburbs like Puchong have them in business or commercial centres. In looking for a variety, some of the dining areas of each neighbourhood are featured here. Puchong: Pusat Bandar Puteri Restoran BB Ho Steamboat Puchong No 24, Jalan Puteri 2/2, Bandar Puteri +6012- 286 8099 collection of the best kopitiams within 17:00 till late daily the new townships centre shows off Hong Kee Dim Sum A the best Chinese food in Puchong. No.31 Jalan Puteri 2/5, Bandar Puteri This area is located on the left side of Jalan +6012-3809980 Puchong, at the turning right opposite Tesco 07:00 to 15:00 daily Puchong. Though there are many outlets, Good Old Times Kopitiam understandably, only some of them are No 5, Jalan Puteri 2/3, Bandar Puteri featured here: 08:15 to 22:00 daily Tak Fok Hong Kong Seafood Restaurant 23, Jalan Puteri 2/5, Bandar Puteri Puchong +603-8060 6994
EATING OUT || 81 Subang Jaya / Pudu, Imbi & Taman Maluri Subang Jaya: Mentari Business Park Restoran Jaring ranted, this new area is more in Bandar estoran Jaring has once been voted the Sunway than in Subang Jaya, but as it is Most Popular Pilihan BERNAS Restaurant Gright next to Subang Jaya, residents of Rfor the month of November 2006. In Malay, Subang fi nd it really convenient to head for this ‘jaring’ means net and it refers to the hobby of the area. This commercial complex which just had restaurant owner which is fi shing. A Kelantanese, its second phase newly opened has seen the the restaurant owner has more than 20 years of invasion of steamboat BBQ outlets, each trying to experience in cooking and has worked as a chef outdo the other by off ering unique items on their in few hotels in Kuala Lumpur. The cooks in the menu, a wider variety of soups or broths or even restaurant can cook a variety of dishes—Padang, by off ering a rooftop experience while dining. Minang, Kelantan and Perak. This restaurant Here are some of the outlets: off ers more than 60 types of dishes, such as ayam percik (spicy barbecued chicken), ikan bakar Belly Good (grilled fi sh), as well as side orders like gearbox eanwhile, hidden in the midst of all of soup, kuih-muih (more like pastry), roti jala (a the fanfair is a restaurant off ering the type of pancake) and nasi minyak (ghee rice). Mmost delectable pork dishes, including No 48, Jalan PJS 8/6 Mentari Business Park 46150 baby back ribs, pork belly and an assortment of Bandar Sunway Selangor sausages to appeal to pork lovers of all kinds. +603-5630 1699 07:00 to 19:30 (Monday–Saturday) / Close on No 20, Jalan PJS 8/18, Dataran Mentari +603-5630 1699 Sundays & public holidays 11:00 to 23:00 daily except Mondays Summer BBQ & Steamboat Restaurant (Halal) 23-3, Jalan PJS 8/18, Dataran Mentari +6017-6697 833( Mr. Khor) 18:00 to 01:00 daily From the NPE passing through Subang Jaya, on the opposite side of the road from Sunway Pyramid, keep to the left and turn left at the junction after the mosque. Go past the fi rst T-junction and keep to the right, turning right at the next T-junction. There will be a Shell station on your left and keep left as you turn left into Dataran Mentari at the fi rst crossroads. Go straight all the way and turn right at the fi rst crossroads. Go around the block, as Summer Steamboat is at the corner of the one-way street that you entered. Restoran Yuen Buff et Steamboat Tasty Pot BBQ Steamboat Restaurant 9 Jalan PJS 8/18, Dataran Mentari 32A-1, Jalan PJS 8/6, Mentari Plaza +603-5637 5825, 016-2086678 (Mrs. Susie The) +603-5630 1282 17:30 to 23:00 12:00 to 01:00 daily From the NPE passing through Subang Jaya, on the opposite www.tastypot.com.my side of the road from Sunway Pyramid, keep to the left and From the NPE passing through Subang Jaya, on the opposite turn left at the junction after the mosque. Go past the fi rst side of the road from Sunway Pyramid, keep to the left and turn T-junction and keep to the right, turning right at the next left at the junction after the mosque. Go past the fi rst T-junction T-junction. There will be a Shell station on your left, as you keep and keep to the right, turning right at the next T-junction. There right and turn right into Mentari Plaza at the fi rst crossroads. will be a Shell station on your left and keep left as you turn left After that, the restaurant will be on your left and you may into Dataran Mentari at the fi rst crossroads. Go straight all the either turn left or go straight at the entrance crossroads. way and turn right at the fi rst crossroads. Go straight and Tasty Pot is at the end of the road, at the corner unit on your right. Wai Sek Kai here are a number of wai sek kais around the Pudu, Imbi and Taman Maluri area, Tnamely, Jalan Sayur off Jalan Pudu in the Pudu area, the San Peng Flats market in the Imbi area and along Jalan Peel in the Taman Maluri area. All have their own attractions or stalls which make the area famous. For example, the Jalan Sayur wai sek kai is famous for its sotong kangkung while the curry chee cheong fun at the San Peng fl ats market fi lls empty tummies for morning breakfast. Here we head for the wai sek kai along Jalan Peel.
82 || EATING OUT Klang/Sepang Goldcoast Klang/Sepang Goldcoast he home of bah kut teh or pork rib tea, Klang’s off erings are truly indisputable as one of the best in the Klang Valley. The variations of it are interesting too, with no two outlets off ering Texactly the same tasting bah kut teh. Within Port Klang, slightly east, would be where a toddy grove greets us with an off ering of fresh seafood and the last stop would be Bagan Lalang’s coast, with Sepang Goldcoast, an intergrated resort under development but with great food already being served. Bah Kut Teh The Many Versions of Bah Kut Teh lang is famous for this Hokkien soup dish which While proponents of bah kut teh swear when translated literally means ‘pork rib tea’. This that chi kut teh doesn’t hold a candle to Kdish grew out of neccessity as many of the Hok- the sweetness of the original form of bah kiens who worked around the busy Port Klang had little kut teh, this halal version, which uses time to eat and would just grab a bowl of rice alongside chicken to replace pork is gaining ground a simple soup with chunks of pork bones fl avoured with as an acceptable replacement for bah kut Chinese herbs before making their way back to work for teh. This is especially true for those who the day. Among the regular add onns found in a claypot refrain from eating pork for either health of bah kut teh would include: foo chok (dried beancurd or religious reasons. sheets), mushrooms (Chinese mushrooms, button mush- Another version that is gaining ground is rooms and golden needle mushrooms), tau foo pok (fried the dry version of bah kut teh. This one beancurd puff s) and pork parts (intestines, ears, tripe and has seafood, dried and processed seafood tendons). The condiments served with it would be yau like dried squid and fi sh, brinjals and char kwai (Chinese crullers), minced garlic with dark soy y lady’s fi ngers in a thick or dark soy sauce sauce and bird’s eye chillies with light soy sauce. gravy and can be found in Klang itself, Seng Huat in restaurants which favour the usage of 9, Jalan Besar dried seafood in their dish as well. +603-3371 2652 06:00 to 14:00 daily From the Klang Kommuter Station, walk 100m down the road to the corner shop on the left under the fl yover. SGC Steamboat Restaurant s part of the Sepang Gold Coast development, this Steamboat Restaurant has been making waves among the locals with Aits romantic setting of a sunset steamboat dinner. The other attraction of course would be the beach with the restaurant situated just nearby the shoreline. Sepang Gold Coast, Bagan Lalang +6019 6329 652 (Linda) 17:00 to 00:00 Tue – Fri, 12:00 to 00:00 weekends From the KLIA Highway, turn to the left from the road leading to the Sepang International Circuit. From there, follow the signage to Sepang and then to Sepang Goldcoast and Bagan Lallang. Teluk Pulai Bah Kut Teh Teck Tee 32, Jalan Batai Laut 5, Kawasan 16, Taman Intan, Klang 27, Lorong Stesen 1 +603-3344 5196 +603-2026 2297 07:00 to 13:00 daily 06:00 to 14:00 daily From the Federal Highway, right after the Sg. Rasau toll plaza, From the Klang Kommuter Station, walk 100 m down the keep left and turn left below the fl yover onto Jalan Batu Tiga road and turn to your right. Go straight and turn right again Lama. Go straight till the fi rst set of traffi c lights and turn right, at the fi rst right turning, into Jalan Stesen 1. Head for the shop making an immediate right turn into the shoplots on your lots on your right and the outlet is the fi rst shop with an old right. Go till the end of the road and there will be a Maybank in signboard of the restaurant’s name in Chinese. front of you. Turn left, go straight and turn left again at the fi rst T-junction. The restaurant is on your left.
EATING OUT || 83 Under 1 Roof hen we take a good look around us, hawker stalls are no longer just one-man shows or one-stall shows as the grouping of hawkers selling diff erent dishes gives the masses a better choice and it is this which is preferred Wby most, if not all, Malaysians. In this part, we bring you hawker complexes, food courts and open air road side dining especially for those times when you may not know what to eat or when you would prefer having a wider variety to choose from. SS 2, Petaling Jaya, Selangor ossibly the most famous food area in Petaling Jaya, SS 2 is an absolute haven for local food. From the classiest Pcafés and restaurants to simple road side mamak stalls, SS 2 always holds the promise of great food. The area becomes very busy at night, as the locals arrive to eat their favourite lok lok (little snacks boiled in plain water and dipped in sauces) or the more usual hawker fare of baked fi sh, soup noodles and fried food. If you’re trying this area for the fi rst time, SS 2 will not disappoint. Jalan Alor, Kuala Lumpur his busy street is jam-packed with rows of hawker stalls and restaurants on each side of the road conjuring up Tall kinds of wonderful local food. From delicious local favourites like char kuey teow (fried fl at noodles), hokkien mee (fried noodles soaked in dark sauce) all the way to bak kut teh (stewed pork). Essentially more of an area that caters for non-halal food, this area is a must-go to place for people who want to eat a wide assortment of food, with a very small price tag. And don’t expect luxury furnishings – Jalan Alor is the ultimate road side dining experience! Jalan Imbi, Kuala Lumpur he Jalan Imbi area is yet another food paradise right smack in the middle of KL city centre. Featuring a wide Tarray of local hawker delights like chicken rice, beef noodles, bak kut teh, fried noodles, and lots of desserts, patrons can sample many types of food spread over one meal. There are also Vietnamese and Chinese cuisines served in the restaurants within this area. Payathin Food Court ocated right along Jalan Cheras, this 23 hour Ming Tien Food Court food court lets the local residents of the Lnearby locales indulge in eating even when his food court is right in the middle of Taman Mayang’s it is way pass their bedtime. While it is sectioned commercial square. With palm fronds and atap weaved into 2 parts and lined with stalls all around, the Troofs waving in the breeze, it is no surprise that Ming ones facing the road like the Portuguese Style Tien is a hit with more than 50 stalls in operation at night. Grilled Fish draw diners in. And the appeal of Besides the local fare, the regional goodies and international having local and Western food all in one place is dishes truly make this food court a balanced outing both for just too tempting to resist. those who can’t decide and for those who can!
84 || EATING OUT Changkat Bukit Bintang hat’s the number of dining options available along one of the most happening dining areas of KL, Changkat Bukit Bintang. This street went through a renaissance in the late 90s and has now totally Tmorphed into a dining destination serving a cornucopia of cuisines including French, Japanese, Russian, Italian, English, German, Brazilian, Indian and Lebanese, earning it the moniker of the UN of Dining in KL. Some of them include: Al Bait Lebanese Restaurant (Middle Eastern) 38, Changkat Bukit Bintang +603-2141 9007 Baan 26 (Thai) 26, Changkat Bukit Bintang +603-2142 8878 12:00 to 15:00, 18:00 to 00:30 (Mon-Sat), 15:00 to 00:30 (Sun & Public Holidays) www.baan26.com Bom Brazil Churrascaria (Latin American) Deutsches Haus (German) 46, Changkat Bukit Bintang 35, Changkat Bukit Bintang +603-2143 2268 +603-2144 8763 12:00 to 00:30 (Sun-Thu), 12:00 to 01:30 (Fri- 18:00 to 00:00 daily Sat) www.bombrazil.com Dusha (Russian) 42, Changkat Bukit Bintang +603-2144-3990 12:00 to 00:00 daily Flam’s (Irish Bar) 37 & 39, Changkat Bukit Bintang +603-2145 8222 12:00 to 14:30 (weekdays), 18:30 to 23:00 (Mon-Thu) till 00:00 (Fri-Sun) http://www.fl ams.com/ New Moghul House (Indian) 32, Changkat Bukit Bintang +603-2141 5211 11:30 to 14:30, 17:30 to 23:30 daily www.mogulhouse.com Pampas Grill & Bar(South American) El Cerdo (Spanish-Latin American) The Magnifi cent Fish and Chips 22A, Changkat Bukit Bintang +603-2148 5548 43 & 45, Changkat Bukit Bintang, Bar (English) http://www.pampas.com.my/ +603-2145 0511 28, Changkat Bukit Bintang Lunch: 12:00 to 15:00 (Sun-Fri), 03-2142 7021 Shanghai Delight (Chinese– Shanghainese) Dinner: 18:30 till late daily 08:00 to 13:00 (weekdays), 10:00 till 18-1, Changkat Bukit Bintang www.elcerdokl.com late (weekends) +603-2142 1245 12:00 to 22:30 (Mon-Thu), 12:00 to 14:00 (Fri- Sat), Closed (Sun) Little Havana (Cuban) The Green Man (Irish-English) Werner’s (Lounge) No. 2 & 4 Lorong Sahabat Off 40, Changkat Bukit Bintang 50, Changkat Bukit Bintang Changkat Bukit Bintang +603-2141 9924 +603-2142 5670 +603-2144 7170 http://www.greenman.com.my/ 17:00 to 03:00 daily www.mylittlehavanakl.com Frangipani (French-Vietnamese) Yoko’s (Japanese) Le Bouchon (French) & Déjà-Vu 36, Changkat Bukit Bintang (Lounge) 25, Changkat Bukit Bintang 03- 2144 3378 +603-2144 3001 17:00 to 02:00 (Mon-Sat), 15:00 to Ground Floor & 1st fl oor, 14 &16, 19:30 onwards (Tue-Sun), 23:00 (Sun & Public Holidays) Changkat Bukit Bintang, 18:00 to 01:00 (Tue-Thu, Sun), 18:00 to 03:00 (Fri- http://www.yokos-kl.com +603-2142 7633 & +603-2142 Sat) 7381 http://www.frangipani.com.my 12:00 to 14:00 (Tue-Fri), 19:00 to 22:30 daily www.lebouchonrestaurant.com
EATING OUT || 85 Chinese Restaurants Chynna ince 2004, Chef Lam’s Cantonese delights served with mixed with a Stouch of Shanghai theatrics has been served in a replica of a Tang Dynasty ancestral hall and the open dim sum kitchen and bar simply entices spectatorship. Among the more interesting features include: a resident herbalist who recommends healthy herbal dishes and the best wine-food pairings, a tea-master from Beijing who pours welcome tea from a teapot with a metre-long spout, traditional Chinese musicians who entertain you while dining and a calligrapher who Hilton Kuala Lumpur, Level 5, 3 Jalan Stesen Sentral, KL presents your personalized menu as a farewell gift. +603-2264 2515 +603-2264 2593 Tai Zi Heen 12:00 to 14:30 (Mon-Fri), 11:00 to 14:30 (Weekend); Dinner: 18:30 to 22:30 daily ith it’s www.kl-studio.com/chynna.html excellent Wselection Hakka of fi ne Cantonese trategically located just a short walk from cuisine, prompt the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre, service and it’s SHakka serves a wide choice of Chinese impressive and dishes. Specialties include its delicious Hakka innovative of homemade noodles and tasty soups. Guests menus, it is no can also choose to have steamboat at the surprise why Tai Zi restaurant instead of the usual a la carte Heen is a multiple meals. a w ar d-winning 6, Jalan Kia Peng +603-2143 1907/1908 Chinese restaurant. Diners are also feted within Lunch: 12:00 to 15:00 daily; a contemporary oriental ambience, experiencing Dinner: 18:00 to 23:00 daily the old and new at one go. Yut Kee Prince Hotel & Residence Kuala Lumpur No.4 Jalan Conlay, ocated along one of city’s oldest streets, +603-2170 3259 and housed in a pre-war Chinese 12:00 to 14:30, 18:30 to 22:30 LShop-House – Yut Kee is essentially [email protected] a Hainanese Chinese coff ee house. Very Tai Thong popular with the locals, particularly during ai Thong is one of the oldest restaurants lunch – this is a great place to experience the serving authentic Cantonese cuisine real KL. Favourite dishes on the menu include Tin Kuala Lumpur. The comprehensive Hainanese pork chop, stewed beef noodles, menu has just about every Chinese dish half-boiled eggs and superb local black imaginable, from noodles, meat, seafood, coff ee. With very aff ordable prices, customers soup and vegetarian dishes. Hugely popular will experience authentic, traditional Chinese dishes include the crispy Roast Pigeon and coff eeshop business at Yut Kee. With limited seafood soup – Treasures of the Ocean. Diners tables don’t expect to linger around too wanting something more extravagant should long after meals – patrons are expected to try the Tai Thong Special Braised Supreme make way for other waiting customers. The Shark’s Fin or Stewed Sliced Abalone with atmosphere may not be very relaxing and Mushroom and Vegetables. comfortable, but if you’re hungry and want to grab something quick Yut Kee is ideal. 2/F, North Block, Wisma Selangor Dredging, Jalan Ampang 35, Jalan Dang Wangi +603-2162 4433 +603-2698 8108 Lunch: 11:30 to 14:30 (Mon-Sat), 08:00 to 17:00 daily (Closed on Mondays) 09:30 to 14:30 (Sun & Public Holidays); Dinner: 18:30 to 22:30 daily
86 || EATING OUT Malay Restaurants Bijan warded a Best Restaurant award by Tourism Malaysia in 2004, Bijan is defi nitely one of those Aplaces you don’t want to miss. This restaurant off ers a fantastic selection of authentic, traditional Malay Food, all cooked using traditional recipes handed down over the generations, yet creatively complemented with a twist of modern presentation. Favourites consist of typical Malay delicacies such as Beef and Chicken Satay, Fried Popiah (Springroll), Stuff ed Tauhu (Beancurd) and Rusuk Panggang (Baked ribs). And for dessert, the must-have Chocolate Durian Cake is an out-of-this- world combination of creamy durian – The king of fruits, sandwiched between moist chocolate cake and coated in chocolate. 3, Jalan Ceylon +603-2031 3575 Lunch: 12:00 to 14:30 Dinner: 18:30 to 22:30 (Mon-Sat), 16:30 to 22:30 (Sun) daily www.bijanrestaurant.com Saloma Bistro & Theatre Restaurant aloma Bistro & Theatre Restaurant blends great food and local culture together leaving guests Swith a wonderful lasting experience. Saloma menu off ers a wide selection, showcasing distinctively Malaysian food. Diners can also experience the authentic Malaysian cultural performances and contemporary shows held nightly. 139, Jalan Ampang +603-2161 0122 11:00 to Midnight daily The Seri Melayu Restaurant he Seri Melayu Restaurant is housed in a Rumah Kampung (village house), which allows diners to enjoy authentic Malay delicacies in a true traditional kampung atmosphere. The extensive Tbuff et spread off ers popular Malaysian dishes, ranging from laksa (noodles in spicy soup), satay (meat skewers), to a delightful assortment of kuih-muih (local cakes). Fresh juices are also available. Diners can also catch some of the cultural shows and traditional dances, performed daily to create an unforgettable experience. 1, Jalan Conlay +603-2145 1833 Lunch: 12:00 to 15:00 daily; Dinner: 18:30 to 23:00 daily www.serimelayu.com The Gulai House Carcosa Seri Negara, Taman Tasik Perdana, Jalan Mahameru +603-2282 1888 18:30 to 22:30 (Mon-Sat) 12:00 to 14:30, 18:30 to 22:30 (Sun) www.carcosa.com.my/dining/gulai_house.htm Santai Restaurant & Café 10 Persiaran Zaaba, Taman Tun Dr Ismail +603-7728 8173 12:00 to 22:00 (Mon-Thurs); 14:00 to 22:00 (Fri); 08:00 to 22:00 (Sat & Sun) (Closed on alternate Mondays)
EATING OUT || 87 Nyonya Restaurants Little Penang Café his cosy restaurant is neatly tucked in a corner in one of KL’s largest shopping malls. Its specialty Tis authentic Penang Nyonya food. Despite appearances, Little Penang Café has a very spacious look thanks to the huge mirrors on the wall cleverly creating an illusion of space. With signature dishes such as Assam Laksa (noodle in spicy and sour soup) and Nasi Lemak Penang (coconut rice served with chicken and other choice of side dishes) – a must try is an all-time Malaysian favourite dessert – cendol (blended ice with red beans, little green strips of fl our, deliciously fi nished with thick brown sugar and condensed milk). You can 1st Floor, Mid Valley Megamall +603-2282 0215 also fi nd Little Penang Café in other malls within the 10:00 to 22:00 daily Klang Valley, and at Suria KLCC and the Curve. Ginger his restaurant off ers a comprehensive range of Asian cuisine, from Nyonya all the way to authentic Thai food. The relaxing Tand laidback ambience almost feels like dining in the olden days, especially with its dining sets of old-fashioned wooden tables and chairs of various designs. Diners can expect the prices to be quite reasonable considering the wonderful setting and the quality of the food. Many of the dishes on the menu are hot and spicy such as the Kapitan Chicken and Seafood Tom Yam. For patrons who fi nd those selections too hot to handle, don’t worry – there are milder choices, such as Crispy Coconut Prawn, and other favourites at Ginger. M12, Central Market, Jalan Hang Kasturi +603-2273 7371 Lunch: 11:30 to 15:00; Dinner: 18:00 to 23:00 daily Red Ginger 18G-M, Medan Setia 2, Plaza Damansara, Bukit Damansara +603-2095 3118 Lunch: 11:30 to 15:00; Dinner: 18:30 to 22:00 daily except Madam Kwan’s Sundays amous for its spicy Nyonya dishes like Nasi FBojari (coloured rice with Ah Tuan Ee Restaurant fried chicken, beef rendang and assam prawns) 74, Jalan SS2/72, Petaling Jaya and Nasi Lemak (coconut milk rice served with a +603-7957 2915 Lunch: 12:00 to 15:00; Dinner: 18:00 to 22:00 daily variety of dishes and condiments) as well as it’s desserts, like Air Batu Campur (ABC) (shaved ice with nuts, red beans, creamed corn, rose syrup and condensed milk), it is advisable to book ahead to Old China Café 11, Jalan Balai Polis avoid disappointment. Other outlets in the Klang +603-2072 5915 11:00 to 23:00 daily Valley include: Pavilion KL, Bangsar Baru and Mid www.oldchina.com.my Valley Megamall . 4th Floor, Suria KLCC +603-2026 2297 11:30 to Midnight Aunty Nat 4, Lorong Yap Kwan Seng +603-2168 8126 12:00 to 23:00 daily
88 || EATING OUT Indian Restaurants Pelita Nasi Kandar ith a fantastic location to boast about, Pelita is located just a short walk away from the PETRONASTwin Towers. WOpen 24 hours everyday, the restaurant is always jam packed with a large crowd during supper time, all the way into the wee hours of the morning. Pelita serves excellent Nasi Kandar (plain white rice with a selection of dishes). Make sure your rice is mixed with a few choices of curry for the ultimate taste of nasi kandar. Another local favourite is their fried noodles, and when topped with a nice telur mata kerbau (bull’s eye egg), the dish is divine. No. 149, Jalan Ampang +603-2162 5532 24 hours www.pelita.com.my Saff ron his restaurant promises aff ordable, yet good quality Tfood to its patrons – with wholesome value for money set meals served during lunchtime, dining at Saff ron is also a very warm and cheerful experience with friendly service made to make you feel very much at home. Saff ron’s menu off ers a wide range of Indian food, especially Punjabi food. Amongst its best off erings are the butter chicken, Maharaja Baingen, Bhoona and Bhatura (a kind of bread) and the Lotus tandoori chicken. Complementing your meal is the ultra-refreshing Lassi ust opposite Hotel Nikko in the heart of Kuala Lumpur, this 24-hour restaurant is yogurt drink. Jvery popular with the working crowd during 5, Jalan Hartamas 7 +603-6201 1375 lunch hours. Spacious and well-lit, Lotus is always Lunch: 12:00 to 14:30 (Mon-Sat); Dinner: 18:15 to brimming with energy and crowds all day long. 21:30 (Mon-Sat) Sample their delicious nasi kandar, nasi lemak Bombay Palace and an assortment of breads, fried noodles and rice. Apart from also being a nice place to rguably one of the fi nest restaurants hangout, its also a great place try one of the local in Kuala Lumpur at which to enjoy must-try drinks - teh tarik (sweet milk tea, made ANorthern Indian Cuisine, the using a special “pulled” technique). Bombay Palace is well renowned for its menu and service. Beautifully set in a No. 79, Lebuh Ampang +603-2026 1689 palace locale, and complete with waiters 24 hours in Moghul warrior dress – The Bombay Palace is well worth a visit. Bangles 215, Jalan Tun Razak (next to the Japanese embassy) +603-2145 4241 / 7220 270, Jalan Ampang Lunch: 12:00 to 14:30; Dinner: 18:30 to 22:30 daily +603-4252 4100 / 4300 10:30 to 15:00; Dinner: 18:30 to 23:00 daily
EATING OUT || 89 Asean Region Regional Being in the ASEAN region makes Malaysians more open to the concept of what our neighbours are eating. Besides contributing some of their infl uence to our palates, the authentic tastes of their cuisines can be found far and wide in the Klang Valley, here are some of out picks. Bangkok Jam ocated in the heart of the city’s bustling shopping district, Bukit Bintang, Bangkok Jam does well at Lemulating Thailand’s vibrant capital. This restaurant may be characterised by an energetic environment, which features traditional Siamese delicacies in a serene yet sophisticated setting. This combined with an exquisite range of dishes makes for a dining experience that is uniquely Thai. Traditionalists will certainly enjoy all the fi ner points of Thai fare, from its use of rich, coconut milk, to the pungent fl a- vours and odours that fi ll the air. Thai delicacies such as Tom Yam soup are available in numerous styles thus making your choice much easier. And rice lovers will fi nd Bangkok Jam a veritable oasis as the restaurant off ers countless curries and vegetable dishes that perfectly complement the aromatic rice off erings. GL-10, BB Park, Jalan Bukit Bintang +603-2142 3449 +603-2142 3481 11:00 to 01:00 daily www.seacuisine.com.my Chakri Palace f you’re looking to trigger your palate, then make a trip to the Chakri Palace restaurant and indulge yourself in their authentic Thai cuisine. Defi nitely one of the more popular Thai restaurants around, IChakri Palace has a very stylish yet exotic-looking interior. Hanging on the walls are delicately carved wooden decorations, various memorabilia and artefacts from Thailand, giving the restaurant its mysterious aura. All menu options provide a choice of plain, fried or pineapple rice. Something to note – the restaurant lets you the guest decide the degree to which their Tom Yam Soups are spiced. Diners can choose their soup to be mild, medium or original spicy. The Tom Yam and Tom Kha Gai Chakri are huge favourites among the crowd. B-OG, 02 Jalan 1/7C, Plaza Mont Kiara, Off Jalan Bukit Kiara 2 +603-6203 3770 Lunch: 12:00 to 14:30; Dinner: 18:00 to 22:30 daily Good Evening Bangkok G34A, Ground Floor1 Utama Shoping Center, 47000 Petaling Jaya +603-7727 8708 +603-7727 8710
90 || EATING OUT Fusion & Western Fusion: Feel the Mix hen you can’t decide whether to go for Asian or Western food, there is always Fusion food to turn to. Off ering the best of both worlds, some of the Klang Valley’s fi nest are fusion eateries. WDiscover the various mixes here that will defi nitely get you in the mood. Bom Brazil Churrascaria ucked away in the bustling Bukit Bintang area, this restaurant serves an all-you-can- Teat barbeque buff et for those of us with a healthy appetite. Since this is a buff et – you can try everything here, especially the hot and cold Brazilian salads, the garlic beef and other choice cuts, like lamb with four diff erent sauces and dory fi sh fi llets. No. 35, Changkat Bukit Bintang +603-2144 8763 18:00 to Midnight daily www.bombrazil.com Tony Roma’s ® uilding it’s name on the back of it’s ribs, Tony Roma’s extensive array of Bgrilled items including steaks, seafood and chicken has seen it rapidly expand from it’s fl agship store in Sunway Pyramid to other shopping malls in the Klang Valley, namely Cineleisure Damansara, MidValley and Pavillion. Their original BBQ Sauce is their signature for a satisfactory rib outing! Tony Roma’s® Pavilion Lot No.1.15, Level 1, Pavilion Kuala Lumpur +603-2143 3278 10:00 to 23:00 daily Shook! Twenty One Kitchen (Fusion) Eden Seafood Village Lot 1, The Feast Floor, Starhill Gallery, 20-1, Changkat Bukit Bintang Chulan Square, Jalan Bukit Bintang +603 2142 0021 Jalan Raja Chulan +603-2719 8535 12:00 till late daily +603-2141 4027 Lunch: 12:00 to 14:30; www.twentyone.com.my Dinner: 18:30 to 22:30pm daily Lunch: 12:00 to 15:00; www.ytlcommunity.com/shook Dinner: 19:00 to Midnight daily Kafe Ceylon Hill 19, Jalan Damai, Ceylon Bar (Fusion) Pacifi c Grill 20-2, Changkat Bukit Bintang, Mandarin Oriental,Kuala Lumpur City Off Jalan Tun Razak +603-2166 9933 +603-2163 2923 +603-21457689 Centre (KLCC) 12:00 to 15:00 & 19:00 to 23:00 17:00 to 01:00 (Mon-Sat), +603-2380 8888 (Mon-Sat) [email protected] 11:00 to 13:00 (Sun) Lunch: 12:00 to 14:30 (Mon-Fri); www.kafeceylonhill.com http://www.theceylonbar.com Dinner: 19:00 to 23:00 (Mon-Sat) www.mandarinoriental.co Relish (Fusion) Flam’s Spices Concorde Hotel, 22 Changkat Bukit Bintang 16, Jalan Telawi, Bangsar Baru Jalan Sultan Ismail +603-2145 3321 +603-2284 6721 +603-2144 2200 12:00 to 00:00 (Sun – Thu), +603-2287 3007 17:00 to 01:00 (Mon-Sat) 12:00 to 01:00 (Fri – Sat) 12:00 to 14:30 & 18:00 to 02:00 www.conerde.net/kl (Mon-Thurs); 12:00 to 14:30 & 17:00 to Midnight (Fri); 12:00 to Midnight (Sat-Sun) www.fl ams.com
EATING OUT || 91 Western Hard Rock Café his household name needs no further introduction as it is probably the world’s most famous nightspot. You won’t be Table to miss this place as the rotating Harleys at the entrance are bound to catch your attention. This restaurant is a huge crowd-puller with their daily live performances from their resident band and some occasional talented live-acts. Diners who would like to take some souvenirs home after a hearty meal can stop by their souvenir shop and purchase their collector’s item T-shirts and among other items. The most-talked about meal is the Black Pepper Steak which goes really well with the stuff ed potato skins. A selection of alcoholic beverages is also served. 2, Jalan Sultan Ismail +603-2144 4152 11:30 to 14:30 daily www.hardrock.com San Francisco Steakhouse Outback Steakhouse If you are looking for the most tender and For an experience of the Australian Outback, head juiciest steaks around town, this is the place over to the Outback Steakhouse. Specialising in you should go! The choice of Western cuisine Australian imported grain-fed meat and home-made at this famous international steakhouse sauces and dressings, the taste is always original, chain is absolutely delightful! Patrons are found in their signature Outback Sirloin. As a plus, ensured of the meat quality and freshness signature dishes like Typhoon Bloom and Bushman as the main ingredients are fl own in from the Shrooms as well as accompaniments like Bushman USAUSAUSA, New Zealand, Australia, Canada Bread add character to the menu. Their desserts and Norway. Other specialties on the menu like Chocolate Thunder From Down Under and include shark’s fi n specials, hearty soups and Choco Choco Cookie satisfy sweet tooth cravings yummy desserts. everywhere. Lot 136, 1st Floor, Suria KLCC GL-12, BB Park, Plaza Low Yat No 7, Off Jalan Bukit Bintang +603-2382 0329 +603-2144 9919 12:00 to Midnight daily Opens daily for lunch and dinner. www.ttrb.com.my www.outback-sea.com Victoria’s Station La Risata The Ship Roadhouse Grill 243, Jalan Ampang 26, Persiaran Ampang Jalan Bukit Bintang Jalan Ampang +603-4257 3388 +603-4252 6269 +603-2144 3605 +603-4251 8890 11:00 to 00:00 daily Lunch: 12:00 to 14:30; 12:00 to 03:00 daily 11:30 to 23:30 daily www.victoriastation.com.my Dinner: 18:30 to 22:30 weekdays www.theship.com.my Bistro de Paris Etoile Bistro Carmen’s Hotel Equatorial, Jalan Sultan 18-1, Jalan P. Ramlee Ismail Ground Floor, Wisma Lim Foo Yong, +603-2141 8005 Jalan Raja Chulan +603-2141 1282 +603-2160 5532 +603-2143 4567 [email protected] 08:00 to 23:00 (Sun-Thurs); 12:00 to 02:00 daily www.poppy-collection.com 08:00 to 01:00 (Fri & Sat) www.equatorial.com/kul/ TGI Friday’s Being one of most successful franchises in the world, TGI Friday’s always has an ever- ready team of cheerful and fun staff to greet their diners. With an assortments of décor pieces at every corner on the wall, TGI Friday’s oozes an irresistible charm that keeps its diners coming back again and again. Its’ trademark, red and white tablecloths adds in to the vibrant and lively atmosphere. Highly recommended dishes include their tender and tangy buff alo wings, spicy Cajun chicken pasta, Jack Daniel’s grilled salmon, BBQ beef ribs and the all-time favourite, mud pie. Diners can also choose from a selection of cocktails. GF Life Centre, Jalan Sultan Ismail +603-2163 7761 11:00 to Midnight daily www.fridays.com.my
92 || LOCAL FLAVOURS Bakery-Cafés Concept Dining: Bakery-Cafés oncept dining is the place to explore diff erent concepts available in the food scene right now. This time around we discover the many places that you can explore particularly if you have Ca sweet tooth or a craving for baked Western-style desserts. While this trend is not new, it highlights how classic bakeries and cake houses re-invent themselves by expanding their repertoire to include food items and becoming famous cafés in their own right. La Manila rom their stronghold in Taman Megah, La Manila’s cakes are famed for their moist softness and freshness. The Taman Megah café has Fdelectable Asian food as well, with their Char Kuey Teow well worth the mention, and is a favourite among the offi ce crowds for their weekday lunches. However, their cakes and desserts are available all throughout the u c es. o e e , t e ca es d day. In fact all 4 outlets within the Klang Valley off er pastries and pasta besides cakes and o Malaysian delicacies. M Jalan SS 24/13, Taman Megah, Seksyen 24, Petaling Jaya +603-7804 5797 Secret Recipe hile their presence is no longer such a secret, Secret Recipe’s cakes are still an industry standard which other bakeries and Wcafés are measured by. Begun by Dato Steven Sim in 1997, it popularised the concept of a bakery-café as lifestyle dining option. This concept literally hit the ground running as there were no other local chain tapping this niche yet and the rest, as they say, is history. Besides Hence, Secret Recipe’s success in spreading to 55 outlets and counting in the KL alone and 111 outlets and counting throughout the Klang Valley. Recently, Secret Recipe has gone abroad, carrying with it the secret of not just a great dining recipe, but also a Malaysian franchise with a viable potential for growth. www.secretrecipe.com.my DELIcious eed we say more? Started by Benjamin Yong, Abby Leong and Helen Read (she of the Ms. Read fame) in 2004, DELIcious began life as a tea room adjacent to Ms. NRead’s 1 Utama new wing boutique. Their passion to share wholesome good food with an uncompromising attention to quality soon caught on with the locals. As streams of customers poured in for their famous carrot cake, scones and tea, DELIcious grew to become a deli-café, with additions of Asian food and salads to their menu. Now, there are 5 DELIcious cafés throughout the Klang Valley and they have branched out into catering for events as well. G316, 1 Utama New Wing, Bandar Utama Marmalade +603-7724 1086 11:00 to 22:00 Mon-Thurs,11:00 to 22:30 Fri, Changing its name from The Gecko, which was opened in 10:00 to 22:30 Sat, 10:00 to 22:00 Sun and 2002, to Marmalade was probably just one of the many Public Holidays reasons why locals have come to love this simple, down- www.delicious.com.my to-earth café’s raw and unpolished off erings made by the mother-daughter team of Kim and Alicia. The focus of the 1F-18, 1st Floor, Bangsar Village II, café is more to family values and this can be seen in the Jalan Telawi 2, Bangsar Baru +603-2282 8301 child-friendly décor chosen in both the Bangsar and Mont 10:00 to 22:00 daily Kiara outlets. Their trademark is Kim’s Homemade Carrot www.ilovemarmalade.com.my Cake and the homemade salad dressings by Alicia.
Events & Events & Entertainment Entertainment Introduction.....………………….….........….... 93 Major Events and Festivals……...............….... 94 Entertainment Places……………..................... 95-97 Theme Parks, Water Parks and Zoos………..... 98 Golf Clubs……………………………………. 88-98 Nightclubs………………………….......…….. 100-102 for both singletons and families in here, those keen on golf will f the many things on the go and we highlight fun fi nd it suits them to a tee and we have planned in our holidays, most of activities for all in both out the families on the go would Othe time is spent on festivals, events and performing simply dig having a great time looking for the best things to do arts calendars. Check it out! at our theme parks. Meanwhile, If you are an art buff, you will night owls are not left out, while on vacation. This section defi nitely love our spread on the with our listings on the various aims to bring you right into the heart of the action where you are various places you can indulge entertainment centres in town! Let’s party on!! and if you are not, don’t fret, updated about the many events which are going on in the Klang we worked up a sweat fi nding something for everyone. Those Valley for this quarter. Here, we keen on pampering will fi nd spas also cover the important holidays
Major Events & Festivals 2010 & 2 April - Junepril - June A B Borneo International Marathon 2010orneo International Marathon 2010 4 April 2010 Until 4 April 2010 Held for the third consecutive time, this is one of the largest sporting events in East Malaysia attracting runners from all Gawai Dayak Festivalawai Dayak Festival over Malaysia and Asian countries. Th e marathon route is along G the beautiful coastal roads of Kota Kinabalu. 1 June 2010 Until 2 June 2010 Gawai Dayak is a harvest festival celebrated by Organiser: Championship Sports Events Sdn Bhd the state’s indigenous people, particularly the Venue: Ibans and Bidayuhs, in their traditional costumes. Kota Kinabalu, Sabah Ceremonial off erings of various local traditional Phone: +6088-218833 delicacies and ‘tuak’ (home-made rice wine) are Fax: +6088-218833 made to the gods of rice and prosperity. Th is Email: [email protected] unique festivity is a ‘must-see’ occasion for local Website: www.borneomarathon.com/ and foreign tourists alike. 13th Gendang Nusantara Festivalendang Nusantara Festival 13th G Venue: Sarawak 10 April 2010 Until 16 April 2010 Phone: +6082-423 600 A cultural event showing a variety of percussion and drum Fax: +6082-416 700 music from all over the world. Ethnic dance performances Email: [email protected] accompany the enchanting music. Website: www.sarawaktourism.com Organiser: Historic Melaka City Council P Venue: Penang Floral Festival 2010enang Floral Festival 2010 Dataran MBMB, Melaka 6 June 2010 Until 13 June 2010 Phone: +606-231 6411 Don’t forget to bring along your camera to snap Fax: +606-281 6084 photos of the beautiful trees and unique plants in the decorated gardens. Miri International Jazz Festivalnternational Jazz Festival Miri I Organiser: Penang Botanic Gardens 14 May 2010 Until 15 May 2010 Venue: Groove into the jazz music culture and catch international acts Botanical Gardens, Penang performing at the Miri International Jazz Festival. Th is yearly Phone: +604-227 0428/+604-227 1354 event features local and international acts. Website: www.penangbotanicgardens.gov.my Organiser: Sarawak Tourism Board 25th S Venue: 25th Sabah Dragon Boat Race 2010abah Dragon Boat Race 2010 Th e Pavilion, ParkCity Everly Hotel, Miri, Sarawak 19 June 2010 Until 20 June 2010 Phone: +6085-434 181 (c/o Visitor’s Information Centre) A traditional Chinese event that evolved from Fax: +6085-434 179 myths and legends that has grown into one the Email: [email protected] main highlights of the year. Website: www.mirijazzfestival.com/ Th is exciting race has attracted many teams from as far as Australia, Hong Kong, China, Singapore and Brunei. Melaka River Fiestaelaka River Fiesta M 1 June 2010 Until 30 June 2010 Organiser: Sabah Tourism Board/Sri Pelancongan Enjoy the excitement of fun-fi lled activities along the Melaka Sabah Sdn.Bhd/Sabah Chinese Culture River. Association Venue: Organiser: Melaka River & Beach Development Corporation Likas Bay, Sabah Venue: Phone: +6088-232 121 Taman Rempah, Dataran Sungai Melaka, Melaka Fax: +6088-265 540/219 401 Phone: +606-281 4322 Email: [email protected] Fax: +606-281 4325
EVENTS & ENTERTAINMENT || 95 Entertainment Places Never Miss A Beat: Entertainment Activities n this corner, we have both performing arts as well as motion graphics. For the other branches of Fine Arts, we have it covered in Taking In The Sights. Hang out with us, as we take you around some of Klang Valley’s best picks when it Icomes to the performing arts, stating off with: Kuala Lumpur Performing Arts Centre (KLPac) his non-profit centre is dedicated to showcase the local productions of performing arts, such as drama, dance and musical performances in Malaysia. TDeveloped in 2004 by three individual organizations, KLPac is run by two very inspirational and well-known figures in the industry, Joe Hasham and Dato’ Faridah Merican who act as the driving force in the artistic department. Since its establishment, KLPac has played host to many interesting shows and has been a crucial platform towards developing Malaysia’s standard of performing arts. Sentul Park, Jalan Strachan +603-4047 9000 / 9010 www.klpac.com Take the KTM Komuter or STAR LRT to Sentul Station. From here, taxis are the best choice of transportation to the centre. National Theatre ore famously known as Istana Budaya, this prominent landmark which overlooks Lake Titiwangsa is home to both local and Mforeign art and cultural performances.Some world-famous musicals such as Mama Mia, Phantom of the Opera and the award- winning, Puteri Gunung Ledang – The Musical, have been performed here. Resembling a traditional Malay house, Istana Budaya’s roof resembles a traditional floral arrangement and interiors are replete with the Malaysian kite or wau motif. Jalan Tun Razak (Located nearby Lake Titiwangsa) +603-4026 5555 / 5558 www.istanabudaya.gov.my Take the Star LRT to Titiwangsa Station. From here, taxis are the best choice of transportation to the theatre. Temple of Fine Arts ounded by His Holiness Swami Shantanand Saraswathi in 1981, The Temple of Fine Arts’ name is synonymous Fwith the instruction and presentation of classical Indian dance and music among which include the bharatanatyam, odissi, kuchipudi and kathak dances and both north and south Indian music instruments such as the veena, sitar, tabla, mrdangam and flute among others. Newly moved to a 5-storey building in 2008, they have expanded their repertoire to cover, contemporary and traditional malay dance, western piano and drama. The complex also houses the Annalakshmi vegetarian restaurant, Lavanya arts and Hamsa Vahini travel and tours services which engage the local community where they are at. 114 - 116, Jalan Berhala, Brickfields 03-2274 3709 www.tfa.org.my Sutra Dance Theatre Amphi-Sutra, Sutra Dance Theatre, 12 Persiaran Titiwangsa 3 +603-4022 9669 +603-4023 2548 www.sutradancetheatre.com
96 || EVENTS & ENTERTAINMENT Entertainment Places PETRONAS Philharmonic Orchestra Malaysian Philharmonic Orchestra is Malaysia’s first classical music hall, housed within the PETRONAS Twin Towers. Equipped with the latest facilities and astonishing acoustics, this concert hall is the pride of the nation. Visitors have been treated with a host of world-renowned classical artists and orchestras, as well as international jazz artists, traditional Malaysian music and dance productions, since its establishment in 1998. With the Philharmonic Orchestra Hall, the local crowd as well as international visitors, have an opportunity to listen to the world-class cultural and musical performances in Malaysia. Ground Floor Tower 2, Malaysia Tourism Centre (MTC) PETRONAS Twin Towers +603-2051 7007 Jalan Ampang 10:00 to 18:00 (Mon – Sat), to 21:00 1-300-88-5776 (during concert nights); 12:00 to concert +603-2164 3929 / +603-2163 3667 time for Sunday performances; Closed on Cultural Shows; RM 5.00 (Adults) and Free for children below 12 years Public Holidays www.mtc.gov.my www.malaysianphilharmonic.com Take the KL Monorail to the Bukit Nanas Station (overhead) - exiting at street level, Take the Putra LRT to KLCC Station. turn right into Jalan Ampang and walk approx 150 metres heading east along Jalan Ampang – MTC is on your right. Panggung Bandaraya (City Hall Theatre) KL’s former townhouse is now a theatre celebrating the arts and is open to public booking for various productions. With refurbished interiors after the 1992 fire destroyed it, Panggung Bandaraya’s 350-person capacity seating gallery is replete with state-of-the-art sound and lighting system and plush interiors. The 105-year heritage site is attached to the Kuala Lumpur Magistrate and Sessions Court building, diagonally across Padang Merdeka and the Royal Selangor Club. Corner of Jalan Raja and Jalan Tun Perak 03-2617 6307 03-2698 3820 http://www.dbkl.gov.my/panggung/index.php Dama Orchesta This award-winning troupe is famous for bringing their unique blend of Chinese- Add: M-2-10 Plaza Damas, English music to the fore of the Malaysian arts’ scene. Their productions see Chinese 60 Jalan Sri Hartamas 1, classical music and evergreen pieces melding seamlessly with English lyrics, they Sri Hartamas have been busy representing Malaysia to international musical events since its Tel: +603-6201 9108 Hours: 09:30 to 18:00 weekdays inception in 1994. Locally, they hold concerts and their recordings are available Web: www.damaorchestra.com during their concerts or at their head office.
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