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74 || Flavours 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. offering the best of both worlds, some of the Klang valley’s finest are fusion eateries. Discover the various mixes here that will Wdefinitely get you in the mood. Tony Roma’s ® uilding it’s name on the back of it’s ribs, Tony Roma’s Bextensive array of grilled items including steaks, seafood and chicken has seen it rapidly expand from it’s flagship 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 03-2143 3278 10:00 to 23:00 daily Alexis Ampang Bom Brazil Churrascaria he menu provides a varied mix of East and West which has ucked away in the bustling Bukit Bintang proven to be consistently good over the years. The sarawak area, this restaurant serves an all-you- Tlaksa and Chicken rice are well worth the hype. and do Tcan-eat barbeque buffet for those of us try the Penne arrabiata and roast chicken too. But the piece that with a healthy appetite. since this is a buffet – keeps people coming back time and again – has to be the desserts you can try everything here, especially the hot and cakes. With Tiramisu to die for – not to mention the chocolate and cold Brazilian salads, the garlic beef and walnut cake, banofee pie and fruit Pavlova. and don’t miss their live other choice cuts, like lamb with four different jazz sessions during the weekends. sauces and dory fish fillets. Great Eastern Mall, Lot 10 Ground Floor, 303 Jalan Ampang No. 35, Changkat Bukit Bintang +603-4260 2288 +603-2144 8763 12:00 to Midnight (Mon-Thurs); 12:00 to 02:00 (Fri); 09:00 to 02:00 18:00 to Midnight daily (Sat); 09:00 to Midnight (Sun) www.bombrazil.com www.alexis.com.my/html/ampang.html Shook! Spices Twenty One Kitchen (Fusion) The Feast Floor, Starhill Gallery, Concorde Hotel, 20-1 Changkat Bukit Bintang Jalan Bukit Bintang Jalan Sultan Ismail +03 2142 0021 +603-2719 8535 +603-2144 2200 12:00 till late daily Lunch: 12:00 to 14:30; 17:00 to 01:00 (Mon-Sat) www.twentyone.com.my Dinner: 18:30 www.conerde.net/kl to 22:30pm daily www.ytlcommunity.com/shook Ceylon Bar (Fusion) Eden Seafood Village 20-2, Changkat Bukit Bintang, Lot 1, Chulan Square, 03-21457689 Kafe Ceylon Hill Jalan Raja Chulan 17:00 to 01:00 (Mon-Sat), 19, Jalan Damai, +603-2141 4027 11:00 to 13:00 (Sun) Off Jalan Tun Razak Lunch: 12:00 to 15:00; http://www.theceylonbar.com +603-2166 9933 Dinner: 19:00 to Midnight daily +603-2163 2923 12:00 to 15:00 & 19:00 to 23:00 Flam’s (Mon-Sat) Pacific Grill 16 Jalan Telawi, Bangsar Baru [email protected] Mandarin Oriental, +603-2284 6721 www.kafeceylonhill.com Kuala Lumpur City Centre (KLCC) +603-2287 3007 +603-2380 8888 12:00 to 14:30 & 18:00 to 02:00 Lunch: 12:00 to 14:30 (Mon-Fri); (Mon-Thurs); 12:00 to 14:30 & Relish (Fusion) Dinner: 19:00 to 23:00 (Mon-Sat) 17:00 to Midnight (Fri); 12:00 to 22 Changkat Bukit Bintang www.mandarinoriental.com Midnight (Sat-Sun) +03-2145 3321 www.flams.com 12:00 to 00:00 (Sun – Thu), 12:00 to 01:00 (Fri – Sat) Food.indd 20 7/4/2009 2:07:35 PM

Flavours || 75 Hard Rock Café his household name needs no further introduction as it is probably the world's most famous nightspot. TYou won’t be able 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 stuffed 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 or an experience of the australian outback, head f you are looking for the most tender and juiciest steaks over to the outback steakhouse. specialising in around town, this is the place you should go! The choice Faustralian imported grain-fed meat and home-made Iof Western cuisine at this famous international steakhouse sauces and dressings, the taste is always original, found in chain is absolutely delightful! Patrons are ensured of the their signature outback sirloin. as a plus, signature dishes meat quality and freshness as the main ingredients are flown like Typhoon Bloom and Bushman shrooms as well as in from the usa, New Zealand, australia, Canada and Norway. accompaniments like Bushman Bread add character to other specialties on the menu include shark’s fin specials, the menu. Their desserts like Chocolate Thunder From hearty soups and yummy desserts. Down under and Choco Choco Cookie satisfy sweet tooth cravings everywhere. Lot 136, 1st Floor, Suria KLCC +603-2382 0329 12:00 to Midnight daily GL-12, BB Park, Plaza Low Yat www.ttrb.com.my No 7, Off Jalan Bukit Bintang 03-2144 9919 Opens daily for lunch and dinner. TGI Friday’s www.outback-sea.com eing 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 Birresistible 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 buffalo 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 Bistro de Paris Victoria’s Station Carmen’s 18-1, Jalan P. Ramlee 243 Jalan Ampang Ground Floor, Wisma Lim Foo +603-2141 8005 +603-4257 3388 Yong, +603-2141 1282 11:00 to 00:00 daily Jalan Raja Chulan [email protected] www.victoriastation.com.my +603-2143 4567 www.poppy-collection.com 12:00 to 02:00 daily La Risata The Ship 26 Persiaran Ampang Roadhouse Grill Jalan Bukit Bintang +603-4252 6269 Jalan Ampang +603-2144 3605 Lunch 12:00 to 14:30; +603-4251 8890 12:00 to 03:00 daily Dinner: 18:30 to 22:30 11:30 to 23:30 daily www.theship.com.my weekdays Etoile Bistro Hotel Equatorial, Jalan Sultan Ismail +603-2160 5532 08:00 to 23:00 (Sun-Thurs); 08:00 to 01:00 (Fri & Sat) www.equatorial.com/kul/ Food.indd 21 7/4/2009 2:07:36 PM

76 || Flavours The Dining Room Carcosa rench cuisine showcasing the creative genius of our award-winning chefs is served for lunch and dinner Fat the resort's elegant dining room. sweeping views of the gardens and natural beauty of the surroundings complete the dining experience. Seri Negara, Taman Tasik Perdana +603-2282 1888 Lunch: 12:00 to 14:30; Dinner: 19:00 to 22:30 daily (Closed on Sundays and Public Holidays) www.carcosa.com.my/dining/mahsuri.htm American Chili’s Ground Floor, Bangsar Shopping Centre +603-2092 2023 11:00 to Midnight (Mon-Fri); 08:00 to Midnight (Sat & Sun) Tenji Japanese Buffet Gourmet Sensation aiming to be the largest generous dining restaurant in Malaysia, our daily selection of air-flown fresh seafood and meats are set to tantalize your tastebuds. Tenji is where: • culinary art meets a diner’s discerning palate • bite-sized delectables meets spacious ambience • more than 250 types of food meets an all-You-CaN-EaT appetite • private functions meets an all-round entertainment solution Best of all, if you are looking for a team to belong to, we are looking for you! If you have: • A fantastic attitude • An animated personality • A fun personality • A commitment to excellence • A love for team work Send in your resume with photos to [email protected] and be part of our team! Tenji Japanese Buffet restaurant Hours: lot l-01-01, solaris Mont Kiara, 11:30 to 16:00 (lunch), No 2 Jalan solaris 17:30 to 19:30 (dinner), Tel: 1700-80-1818 19:30 to 00:30 (supper) daily www.tenji.com.my Food.indd 22 7/4/2009 2:08:02 PM

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78 || Flavours Passage Thru’ India ust as its name suggests, this restaurant promises diners a culinary journey from the North to the south of India. Pleasantly Jdecorated with many Indian artifacts, the restaurants setting is friendly and very warm. With the restaurant’s menu consisting of very traditional Indian dishes such as Tandoori Chicken, Naan bread and rava Thosai (thin sugar flour pancake) and lassi, an Indian yogurt drink – live music to accompany the evening and a gift shop adjoining the restaurant selling traditional Indian souvenirs – the Passage Thru’ India has it all 235, Jalan Tun Razak +603-2145 0366 Lunch: 11:30 to 15:00 (Sun-Fri); Dinner: 18:30 to 23:00 daily Saffron his restaurant promises affordable, yet good quality food to its patrons – with wholesome value for money set meals Tserved during lunchtime, dining at saffron is also a very warm and cheerful experience with friendly service made to make you feel very much at home. saffron's menu offers a wide range of Indian food, especially Punjabi food. amongst its best offerings are the butter chicken, Maharaja Baingen, Bhoona and Bhatura (a kind of bread) and the tandoori chicken. Complementing your meal is the ultra-refreshing lassi yogurt drink.5, Jalan Hartamas 7 +603-6201 1375 Lunch: 12:00 to 14:30 (Mon-Sat); Dinner: 18:15 to 21:30 (Mon-Sat) Kallianees Bangles Kohinoor 16, Lorong Yap Kwan Seng 270, Jalan Ampang Jalan Yap Kwan Seng +603-2161 0616 +603-4252 4100 / 4300 +603-2168 8560 Lunch: 11:00 to 15:00; Lunch: 10:30 to 15:00; Lunch: 11:30 to 14:30; Dinner: 18:30 to 22:30 daily Dinner: 18:00 to Midnight daily Dinner: 18:30 to 23:00 daily www.kohinoor.com.my Moghul House Spice Garden 32 Changkat Bukit Bintang 205, Jalan Bukit Bintang +603-2141 5211 +603-2142 2220 / 2223 Lunch: 11:30 to 14:30; Dinner: 17:30 to 23:30 daily 12:00 to 03:00 daily MBG Fruits BG’s Money Back Guarantee on their fresh fruits ensures that Manyone in the Klang valley has access to clean, fresh fruits and are served well by sales staff. This third-generation family business which began as a small fruit stall in Pasar Imbi in the 1950s has grown to 18 outlets throughout the Klang valley. reaping the fruits of their labour, MBG’s move to include seasonal fruits like fresh cherries and a variety of berries also means better accessibility for locals to taste seasonal fruits fresh! No.8 Jalan Melati Off Jalan Imbi/Jalan Tun Razak, 03-2141 8602/03-2144 8602 www.mbg.com.my Food.indd 24 7/4/2009 2:08:12 PM

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80 || Flavours Concept Dining: Bakery-Cafés oncept dining is the place to explore different concepts available in the food scene right now. This time around we discover the many places that you can explore particularly if you have a sweet tooth or a craving for baked Western- Cstyle 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. Bite 1 DELIcious eed we say more? started by Benjamin Yong, abby leong and Helen read (she Nof the Ms. read fame) in 2004, DElIcious began life as a tea room adjacent to Ms. read’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. Bite 2 Marmalade G316, 1 Utama New Wing, Bandar Utama Tel: +603-7724 1086 Hours: 11:00 to 22:00 Mon-Thurs, hanging its name from The Gecko, which was opened 11:00 to 22:30 Fri, in 2002, to Marmalade was probably just one of the 10:00 to 22:30 Sat, 10:00 to 22:00 Sun Cmany reasons why locals have come to love this simple, and Public Holidays down-to-earth café’s raw and unpolished offerings made by www.delicious.com.my the mother-daughter team of Kim and alicia. The focus of the café is more to family values and this can be seen in the child- friendly décor chosen in both the Bangsar and Mont Kiara outlets. Their trademark is Kim’s Homemade Carrot Cake and the homemade salad dressings by alicia. 1F-18, 1st Floor, Bangsar Village II, Jalan Telawi 2, Bangsar Baru +603-2282 8301 10:00 to 22:00 daily www.ilovemarmalade.com.my Bite 3 Secret Recipe hile their presence is no longer such a secret, secret recipe’s cakes are still an Windustry standard which other bakeries Bite 4 and cafés are measured by. Begun by Dato steven sim in 1997, it popularised the concept La Manila of a bakery-café as lifestyle dining option. This concept literally hit the ground running as there rom their stronghold in Taman Megah, la Manila’s cakes are were no other local chain tapping this niche yet famed for their moist softness and freshness. The Taman and the rest, as they say, is history. Besides Hence, FMegah café has delectable asian food as well, with their Char secret recipe’s success in spreading to 55 outlets Kuey Teow well worth the mention, and is a favourite among the and counting in the Kl alone and 111 outlets and office crowds for their weekday lunches. However, their cakes and counting throughout the Klang valley. recently, desserts are available all throughout the day. In fact all 4 outlets secret recipe has gone abroad, carrying with it within the Klang valley offer pastries and pasta besides cakes and the secret of not just a great dining recipe, but Malaysian delicacies. also a Malaysian franchise with a viable potential for growth. Jalan SS 24/13, Taman Megah, Seksyen 24, Petaling Jaya www.secretrecipe.com.my Tel: +603-7804 5797 Food.indd 26 7/4/2009 2:08:34 PM

Events & Entertainment Events & Entertainment Log 81 Festivals of the Quarter 82 School Holiday Calendar 84 Performing arts calendar 85 National Theatre, KLPAC, SDT, TFA 86 MPO, MTC, Dama Orchestra, Panggung Bandaraya 87 GSC, TGV, MBO, Cineleisure Damansara 88 Sunway Lagoon, Wet World Waterpark, Cosmo's World 89 Theme Park, Desa Water Park 90 Jalan Ampang/ Jalan Sultan Ismail/Jalan P. Ramlee 93 Sri Hartamas/ Mont Kiara/ Around KL 95 *Photo Courtesy of Tourism Malaysia for both singletons and families something for everyone. Those f the many things on the go as the School Holidays keen on pampering will find we have planned in our holidays, most of Calendar is included and we spas in here, those keen on Othe time is spent on highlight fun activities for all in golf will find it suits them to looking for the best things to do both out festivals, events and a tee and the families on the go would simply dig having a performing arts calendars. Check while on vacation. This section it out! great time at our theme parks. aims to bring you right into the heart of the action where you are If you are an art buff, you will Meanwhile, night owls are not definitely love our spread on the left out, with our listings on the updated about the many events which are going on in the Klang various places you can indulge various entertainment centres and if you are not, don’t fret, in town! Let’s party on!! Valley for this quarter. Here, we we worked up a sweat finding also cover the important holidays event.indd 1 7/4/2009 10:15:55 AM

& Major Events Festivals 2009 July Fans of Arabian music can enjoy sensational performances right here in the city! Great Malaysia Mega Sale 2009 concerts such as the KL Samrah Festival, Ziryab 4 Jul – 31 Aug • Throughout Malaysia and Ahlan Wahsahlan will be held at Bukit Bintang and other main parts of the city Shopping Malaysia Secretariat to greet the arrival of guests from the Middle T : 603 2698 1033 • F : 603 2691 6122 East. Get ready for an electrifying time! E : [email protected] W: www.malaysiamegasale.com.my The Great Durian Festival (Festival Jom Makan Durian) 2009 Malaysia’s most popular shopping event is back! 24 – 26 Jul • Bukit Gantang, Taiping, Perak Visitors will find amazing discounts and special offers on a wide array of goods such as branded Homestay Bukit Gantang / Perak Tourism apparel, household equipment, electrical Action Council appliances, accessories and many more. Be sure T : 019 574 0767 • F : 605 855 4967 to check out the bargains at shopping malls, T : 605 255 0413 • F : 605 253 6027 specialty outlets and boutiques all around the country! Durian, locally known as the ‘King of Fruits’, takes centre stage in this festival. Visitors can Sarawak Rainforest World sample an assortment of lip-smacking delicacies Music Festival made from this unique fruit. Be part of this 10 - 12 Jul • Sarawak Cultural Village, festival and enjoy lots of interesting programmes Santubong, Sarawak such as exhibitions and contests on the different varieties of durian available throughout Sarawak Tourism Board the country. T : 6082 423 600 • F : 6082 416 700 E : [email protected] August W: www.sarawaktourism.com Sandakan Memorial Day Tap to the rhythm of diverse ethnic music 15 Aug • Sandakan Memorial Park, amidst the magnificent rainforest at Sarawak Sandakan, Sabah Cultural Village this July. These performances will be staged by some of the world’s famous Sandakan Municipal Council artistes, set to enthral enthusiasts from around T : 6089 224 026 the world. F : 6089 274 659 / 272 112 / 213 452 Arab Events, Buskers & Concerts E : [email protected] 10 Jul – 8 Aug • Kuala Lumpur This event honours Australian allied prisoners Kuala Lumpur Tourism Action Council who lost their lives at the Prisoners of War T : 603 2617 6272 • F : 603 2698 3819 (POW) camp in Sandakan during World War II. E : [email protected] A memorial service will be conducted on W: www.kualalumpur.gov.my the day. Particulars are correct at time of printing. Tourism Infoline 1300-88-5050 website www.tourismmalaysia.com.my The list of events is the courtesy of Tourism Malaysia event.indd 2 7/4/2009 10:16:10 AM

& Major Events Festivals 2009 Mystic of Carey Island popular Jalan Tunku Abdul Rahman. Visitors 22 Aug • Carey Island, Kuala Langat, Selangor can sample delicious treats and watch the cooking demonstration of ‘bubur lambuk’, a savoury Selangor Tourism Action Council porridge that will be highlighted as Kuala Lumpur’s T : 603 5511 1122 • F : 603 5513 1199 ‘signature fare’. In this annual event, the island’s native community known as Mah Meri, will perform prayers for their September beloved ancestors. Highlights include display of figurines and story telling of the earlier generations Hari Raya Aidilfitri of the Mah Meri people. 20 – 21 Sept • Throughout Malaysia Ramadan Bazaar Ministry of Unity, Culture, Arts and Heritage, 29 Aug • Jalan Tunku Abdul Rahman, Malaysia Kuala Lumpur T : 603 2612 7600 • F : 603 2693 5114 E : [email protected] W: www.heritage.gov.my Kuala Lumpur Tourism Action Council / Kuala Lumpur City Hall After fasting from dawn to dusk for a month, Hari T : 603 2617 6273 • F : 603 2698 3819 Raya Aidilfitri is a day that signifies victory for Muslims everywhere. On this special day, Muslims In conjunction with the Muslims’ fasting month attend special morning prayers in mosques and of Ramadan, the Ramadan Bazaar is organised visit the cemeteries of their loved ones. Decked in throughout the country. This bustling evening their traditional finery, friends and family from bazaar offers sumptuous delicacies for the breaking near and far come together to celebrate this joyous occasion. There will be lots of tasty delicacies to of fast. The official launch will be held along the make the celebration memorable! Acara Utama Negeri Melaka 2009 30 – 31 Ogos 2009 September 2009 Celebrating Merdeka Day In Melaka Melaka International Songket & Batik Festival @ MITC, Ayer Keroh, Melaka. 2009 @ Hang Tuah Mall, Melaka. event.indd 3 7/4/2009 10:16:32 AM

Malaysia Public Holidays 2009 Calendar. Cuti Umum & Cuti Sekolah 2009 Now with Malaysia & Singapore School Holiday Malaysia National Holiday State Holiday School Holiday Malaysia & Singapore Date Programme Contacts Venue Fees 1-31 July Gamelan Music/Strollers Menara KL Arts Troupe Tower RM 38 incl. entrance 11:00 – 11:30, 15:30 – 16:00 [email protected] Terrace to Viewing Deck, 17:15 – 17:45 Daily +603-2020 1641 Stage Animal Zone and other attractions. 1-31 July Cultural Performance Menara KL Arts Troupe Tower RM 38 incl. entrance 11:30 – 12:00, 16:00 – 16:30 Features Malaysian traditional [email protected] Terrace to Viewing Deck, 20:15 – 20:45 Daily dances like the zapin, joget, etc. +603-2020 1641 Stage Animal Zone and other attractions. 4-5, 11-12, 18-19, Mak Yong & Chinese Opera Bahagian Warisan Seni Budaya Gallery, Sultan Free admission 25-26 July +603-2167 5100 Abdul Samad [email protected] Building http://www.warisan.gov.my 5-12 July International World Music Music Faculty Dewan Orkestra Free admission Symposium and Festival +603-2697 1777 ASWARA 6 July Organ Concert Malaysian Philharmonic Orchestra Dewan Filhar- RM 10 Marc Rochester & the MPO +603-2051 7007 monik Chamber Players www.malaysianphilharmonic.com PETRONAS 6-12 July ASWARA Masterclass ASWARA Faculty of Film & Free admission Norazawana Jurami Video ASWARA +603-2697 1777/ 5376 www.aswara.edu.my 7 July Chamber Concert MPO Malaysian Philharmonic Orchestra Dewan Filhar- RM 10 Chamber Players +603-2051 7007 monik www.malaysianphilharmonic.com PETRONAS 10-11, 17-18, KL Samrah Festival Kuala Lumpur Tourism Bintang Walk Free admission 24-25 & 31 July Action Council KL +603-26176272 www.kualalumpur.gov.my [email protected] 10-11 July Little Singers Of Monaco Heritage Music Sdn Bhd Kok Kee Boon Istana Budaya 019-5110749 10-12 July Anak Malaysia Dance Drama Dua Space Dance Theatre KLPAC TBC Dylan Tam 013-4536750 http://www.duaspace.com.my 11-12 July ODYSSEY Malaysian Philharmonic Orchestra Dewan RM 25/ 55/ 75/ Malaysian Philharmonic Orchestra +603-2051 7007 Filharmonik 95 (Sat) Karen Kamensek : Conductor www.malaysianphilharmonic.com PETRONAS RM 20/ 40/ 65/ 85 (Sun) event.indd 4 7/4/2009 10:16:36 AM

Date Programme Contacts Venue Fees 11 July Patriotic Songs Choir Competi- JPNIN, WPKL Lembah 08:30 onwards tion and Appearance. Pantai Com- munity Hall 14 July Independence Historical Play Arkib Negara Malaysia Memorial Free admission Cik Samiha Tunku Abdul +603-26947277 Rahman Putra’s Audito- rium 14-18 July Dance Technique, Contem- Akademi Seni Budaya dan Dance Faculty RM 20 porary Dance Workshop Warisan Kebangsaan ASWARA and Seminar +603-2697 1777 / 5313 (Liu Yong Sean & James Kan) www.aswara.edu.my Mr Joseph Gonzales [email protected] 14-18 July HSBC Classics Festival of KLPAC - The Kuala KLPAC’s Pentas TBC Rising stars Lumpur Performing 1, Pentas 2 & Arts Centre Indicine +603-4047 9010 14-18 July Tari ‘09 Akademi Seni Budaya dan ASWARA RM 20 Warisan Kebangsaan Experimental +603-2697 1777 / 5313 Theatre www.aswara.edu.my Mr Joseph Gonzales [email protected] 14-26 July The Merchants of Bollywood Asia Promote Ventures Istana Budaya TBC Syarifah Nor +603-7955 9995/ +6013-6294488 17-18 July SHOWCASE (Haydn icon) Malaysian Philharmonic Dewan RM 25/ 55/ Malaysian Philharmonic Orchestra Filharmonik 75/95 Orchestra Season Finale. +603-2051 7007 PETRONAS www.malaysianphilharmonic.com 18 July Laman Santai Seni Budaya’s Istana Budaya & Ruang Santai, Free admission Mega Festival Jabatan Kebudayaan Dan Tempat Letak Kesenian Negara (JKKN) Kereta Istana Hasryn Izzudin Budaya & +6012-2574 595 BSLN 18 July National Traditional Malay Jabatan Kebudayaan dan Ang- Free admission Song Competition Kesenian Negara & Radio kasapuri For Youths Televisyen Malaysia Main Marina Abu Bakar Auditorium +603-2052 3600 18–19 July Malaysian Traditional The- JKKN Panggung RM 5 atre Series: Mak Yong +603-20523600 Bandaraya DBKL 20 July – SHORT-SWEET Malaysia Arts Centre KLPAC’s 16 August 2009 (theatre & dance +603-4047 9010 Pentas 2 festival) KLPAC - The Kuala Lumpur Performing 24 – 26 July Dance Drama Dewan Fauzi Ahmad Panggung Free admis- Bandaraya Kuala Lumpur +603-2617 6307 Bandaraya sion KL 25 July Central Market Festival JKKN Pentas Ter- Free admis- En. Hasryn Izzudin buka Pasar sion +6012-2574 595 Seni, Kuala Lumpur 25 – 29 July MALAYSIAN DANCE JKKN Auditorium Free admission FESTIVAL 2009 Norazlin Nordin DBKL +603-20523600 Jilin_83@ yahoo.com event.indd 5 7/4/2009 10:16:37 AM

86 || EVENTS & ENTERTAINMENT 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 event.indd 6 7/4/2009 10:16:47 AM

EVENTS & ENTERTAINMENT || 87 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 Tel: +603-6201 9108 have been busy representing Malaysia to international musical events since its 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. Sutra Dance Theatre Amphi-Sutra, Sutra Dance Theatre, 12 Persiaran Titiwangsa 3 +603-4022 9669 +603-4023 2548 www.sutradancetheatre.com event.indd 7 7/4/2009 10:17:07 AM

88 || EVENTS & ENTERTAINMENT Golden Screen Cinemas (GSC) SC flagship outlet in Mid Valley Megamall is currently the largest Gmultiplex in Asia, with a total of 18 screens. GSC Mid Valley offers cinema-goers the ultimate movie going experience with a premier Gold Class auditorium, International Screens and an Audio Visual Convention auditorium. “Glitters”, GSC’s merchandising store has expanded its role into food & beverage in GSC Gurney Plaza, GSC 1 Utama (New Wing) and now GSC Pavillion KL. Movie buffs can purchase movie related merchandise like T-shirts, caps, toys and original movie DCDs, VCDs, books and music soundtracks here at Glitters. With the advent of GSC Signature in The Gardens, Mid Valley, Malaysia’s first boutique cinema offers viewers a luxurious dining and entertainment concept. Besides this, the latest cinema opened at Tropicana City Mall, Petaling Jaya, has ramped up GSC’s total number of screens to 172 in 24 locations. Mid Valley Megamall, 1 Utama Shopping Centre, Berjaya Times Square, Pavilion KL +603-8312 3456 www.gsc.com.my (Visit the website for the full listing of Golden Screen Cinemas that are available in KL) TGV Cinemas MBO Galaxy GV Cinemas have 100 screens in 13 multiplexes his 10-seat cinema is located at the top floor of all across the nation, nine of which are in the Galaxy Shopping Centre and it is the only MBO TKlang Valley. Tcinema in the whole of the Klang Valley. Suria KLCC, 1 Utama Shopping Centre, Sunway Pyramid, The Add: 3A-2 Galaxy Shopping Centre, Jalan Dagang 5, Mines Shopping Fair Taman Dagang, Ampang +603-7492 2929 Tel: +603-4270 1938 www.tgv.com.my (Visit the website for the full listing of Tanjong Golden Village Cinemas that are available in KL) Cineleisure Damansara Add: Level 2 & 2M, e@curve, No. 2A, Jalan PJU 7/3, Mutiara Damansara Tel: +603-7727 0724 Web: www.cathayholdings.com.my event.indd 8 7/4/2009 10:17:11 AM

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90 || EVENTS & ENTERTAINMENT Cosmo’s World Theme Park ithin Berjaya Times Square the largest indoor theme park in Malaysia comes to Wlife. Cosmo’s World Theme Park covers an area of 133,000 square feet and features 14 amazing rides within 2 themed areas, Galaxy Station and Fantasy Garden respectively. The 6 major rides in Galaxy Station includes the Supersonic Odyssey, DNA Mixer, Space Attack and Spinning Orbit while Fantasy Garden offers rides like Flying Bumble Bee and Fantasy Trail. Level 5, Berjaya Times Square +603-2117 3118 10:00am to 10:00pm daily RM 25.00 (adults), RM 15.00 (children below 140cm),Free admission for children below 91cm and senior citizens aged 55 years above www.timessquarekl.com Take the Monorail to Imbi Monorail Station. Exit right into Berjaya Times Square. Alternatively, take STAR LRT to Hang Tuah LRT Station and take a 5-minute walk to Berjaya Times Square. Desa Water Park esa Water Park is the only water park located within the Kuala Lumpur city limits and is conveniently accessible from most parts of the city by a wide Dnetwork of roads. The park is an ideal entertainment spot for the whole family with its many exciting features. Its main attraction is “The Thunderbolt” – Asia’s longest uphill family water coaster. The water park also houses an awesome wave pool. Taman Desa, off Old Klang Road +603-7118 8338 12:00noon to 6:00pm (Mon-Fri), 10:00am to 6:00pm (weekends and public holidays). Closed on Wednesdays RM 18.00 (adults), RM 12.00 (children), (free for children below 76.2cm – group packages can be arranged) www.desawaterpark.com.my Taxis are the best choice for transportation to the park. The National Zoo & Aquarium ome to more than 4000 animals from hundreds of different species of animals, birds, reptiles, the National Zoo is located about 13km northeast of the city centre. The Aquarium at the corner of the zoo houses 80 species Hof marine and freshwater life. The multi-animal show is held daily while special shows like the elephant show, pony rides and the Night Zoo, when nocturnal creatures like the tapir, racoon and Nile hippos come out and play are on weekends and public holidays. Hulu Kelang, Ampang +603-4108 3422 09:00am to 5:00pm (Mon to Fri), 09:00am to 10:30pm on weekends and public holidays RM 15.00 (adults), RM 6.00 (children aged 3 to 12 years and senior citizens aged above 60 years) www.zoonegara.org.my Take the Putra LRT to Taman Melati or Wangsa Maju LRT Station. From there – take a taxi for the short journey to the zoo. Wet World Shah Alam art of Malaysia’s largest water theme park chain, Wet World Shah Alam is located 25 km from KL’s city centre and offers various fun Prides and other attractions. Persiaran Dato’ Menteri, Seksyen 2 , Shah Alam +603 –5510 2588 +603 –5510 7619 1:00 pm – 7:00 pm (weekdays except Wednesdays), 10:00 am – 8:00 pm (weekends, public and school holidays) Weekdays – RM 7.00 (adults), RM 5 (children), Weekends – RM 10 (adults), RM 6 (children) www.wetworld.com.my event.indd 10 7/4/2009 10:17:18 AM

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92 || EVENTS & ENTERTAINMENT ith Malaysia’s tropical climate, Kuala Lumpur and the Klang Valley boast some of the most beautiful courses available in Asia. With the continuing boom in golf as a popular sporting & recreational activity – many hotels and Wresorts in Malaysia include golf courses designed by internationally renowned golf architects. And as part of the overall effort to boost golf tourism, many visitors now come down to Malaysia to play golf on some of the best golf courses in Kuala Lumpur and the surrounding Klang Valley. With the games growing popularity, most courses whether public or private, require you book well ahead of time to be certain of getting a tee-off time. Golfers visiting from overseas can usually make the necessary booking arrangements at their hotel. NB: most local golf clubs will require visitors to produce their handicap cards before being allowed to play on their course. For those golfers who wish to hone their skill and accuracy away from the golf course – there are a number of driving ranges located close to the city. Bukit Jalil Golf and Country Resort Jalan 3/155B, Bukit Jalil +603-8994 1600 +603-89941542 www.berjayaclubs.com/jalil/golf Description Course: 18 holes, 165 acres Type of Course: A testing, undulating terrain with green surroundings Designer: Max Wexler Green Fees: RM 105.00 – RM 180.00 (18 holes) Facilities: 60-bay, 2-tier driving range, clubhouse, golf shop, convenience store, beauty spa, healthcare centre, F&B and other resort facilities Visitors: Advance booking necessary (5 days) Kuala Lumpur Golf & Country Club No. 10 Jalan 1/70D, off Jalan Bukit Kiara +603- 2093 1111 +603- 2093 3393 www.klgcc.com Description Course: Two 18-holegolf courses Type of Course: Beautiful hilltop setting of the lush undulating greenery Designer: Robin Nelson & Rodney Wright Green Fees: RM 120.00 – RM 250.00 Facilities: F&B, Club facilities Visitors: Advance booking necessary The Royal Selangor Golf Club Jalan Kelab Golf, Off Jalan Tun Razak +603 - 9206 3333 +603 - 9285 3939 www.rsgc.com.my Description Course: 45-hole golf course comprises two 18-hole courses and a short 9-hole course Setapak Golf Range - Golfing practice, Type of Course: Beautifully landscaped parkland course with driving range 1617 Batu 4½, Jalan Genting an abundance of matured trees Klang, Setapak Designer: George Hemmat, Frank Hemmat, Jeffery Gibb +603-4023 4107 Green Fees: RM 400.00 +603-4023 4106 Facilities: Clubhouse facilities 50 Balls, RM 5.50; 100 Balls, RM 11.00 Visitors: Arranged by Hotel personnel, must be able to be www.setapakgolf.com present Handicap Card. event.indd 12 7/4/2009 10:17:29 AM

EVENTS & ENTERTAINMENT || 93 he entertainment scene in Kuala Lumpur tends to be very happening especially at night. Dubbed the Garden City of Lights, the party life here in KL can be very adventurous. For those seeking a good time partying, try the clubs at TJalan Sultan Ismail and Jalan P. Ramlee. You can find the many music genres available and club themes to suit your dance grooves. Club hopping is also popular among the locals, so be sure to hit a few clubs in one night! With the nightclub listing, KL – The Guide recommends more than a handful of clubs to which any visitor to KL should go partying. Check out our recommendations on clubs you shouldn’t miss! La Bodega Jalan Tengkat Tong Shin +603-2142 6368 www.bodega.com.my Pulse Grand Millenium Hotel +603-2117 4888 www.millenniumhotels.com Little Havana off Changkat Bukit Bintang +603-2144 7170 www.mylittlehavanakl.com Kuala Lumpur Funtheque Qba Hemingway’s +603-2144 3892 within The Westin Hotel Changkat Bukit Bintang www.captainscabin.com.my +603-2731 8333 +603-2145 2268 www.westindining.com.my/ restaurants/qba.asp Jalan Raja Chulan Bangkok Jazz Thai Bistro Chulan Square +603-2145 8708 www.seacuisine.com.my Jalan Imbi Club de Vegas +603-2141 3888 www.clubdevegas.com.my Jalan Bukit Bintang Minnal Fun & Family Club Salsa Havana Club The Federal Kuala Lumpur The Federal Kuala Lumpur +603-2148 9166 +603-2148 9166 www.federal.com.my www.federal.com.my event.indd 13 7/4/2009 10:17:30 AM

94 || EVENTS & ENTERTAINMENT Jalan Ampang & Jalan Sultan Ismail Zouk – Mainroom, Velvet Hard Rock Café Underground, near Concorde Hotel The Loft & Terrace Bar +603-2715 5555 opposite Grand Maya Hotel www.hardrock.com/ +603-2171 1997 kuala_lumpur www.zoukclub.com.my The Cotton Club Jazzaurant Finnegan’s 3 Ruums Bar & Club Alexis Ampang Maju Junction Mall beside Fortuna Hotel within Life Centre Building +603-4260 2288 +603-2772 8588 +603-2145 1930 +603-2162 8163 www.alexis.com.my www.cottonclub.com.my www.finneganspubs.com www.ruumsclub.com The Apartment Downtown Urbanattic Quattro Club Lot G48 & 139, G & 1st Floor, G-46 CapSquare,No. 7 Lot G4, G5 & G6 @ Ground Floor, Lot Suria KLCC Persiaran Capsquare Off Jalan Ampang M8A & M9 @ Mezzanine Floor, avenue +603-7727 8330 Capital Square50100 Kuala Lumpur K (opposite KLCC), 156 Jalan Ampang, www.atheapartment.com +603-2693 3808 50450 Kuala Lumpur. [email protected] +603-2166 6566 www.clubquattro.com The Marketplace Bently’s Pub 4A Lorong Yap Kwan Seng Hotel Nikko, Lobby Level, 165, Jalan Ampang, Kuala Lumpur. +603-2166 0752/0750 +603-2161 1111 www.marketplacekl.com www.hotelnikko.com.my Jalan P.Ramlee The Grand Modesto’s Aloha Luna Bar +603-2713 2333 next to Rum Jungle 33rd Floor, Pacific Regency Hotel www.modestos.com.my +603-2711 7266 Apartments, Menara Pan Global www.alohakl.com +603-2026 2211 www.pacific-regency.com Bar Ibiza Bar Uno Beach Club Café next to Grand Modesto’s next to Grand Modesto’s next to Emporium +603-2713 2333 +603-2713 2333 Grand Café www.modestos.com.my www.modestos.com.my +603-2166 9919 Budaba Rum Jungle Thai Club & Bistro located at the same +603-2713 2333 Jalan Perak row as Beach Club Café www.modestos.com.my +603-2163 8388 +603-2694 6868 www.thaiclubkl.com.my Poppy – Restaurant, Modesto’s KL Tower Skybar Warehouse Bar & Garden Jalan Puncak, Off 33rd Floor, Lorong Perak off +603-2141 8888 / Jalan P. Ramlee Traders Hotel, KLCC Jalan P.Ramlee +603-2170 6666 +603-2070 1031 +603-2332 9911 +603-2170 6666 www.poppy-collection.com www.modestos.com.my www.skybar.com.my event.indd 14 7/4/2009 10:17:32 AM

EVENTS & ENTERTAINMENT || 95 he main clubbing area of Bangsar Baru showcases the fashion, the class and the glamour of the neighbourhood as it is filled with bars, clubs and pubs of all shapes and sizes, each with their own unique theme. The entertainment Tavenues are as diverse as the outlets themsleves, all you have to bring is your enthusiasm to party! At the back of the hill which Bangsar lies is another clubbing area known as Sri Hartamas and Mont Kiara. Over here the outlets cater to the trendy expatriate crowd and the growing republic of young clubbers. Come here for nightlife that may mellow or funky depending on your mood. Whatever your style, you can be sure it matches your taste! Alexis Ampang +603-4260 2288 www.alexis.com.my Telawi Street Bistro Club 11:15 Absolute Chemistry Jalan Telawi 3, Bangsar Baru Jalan Telawi 2, Bangsar Bar u Jalan Telawi 2 +603-2284 6721 +603-2284 1310 +603-2282 7242 www.telawi.com.my The Attic Bar Flam Illusions Jalan Bangkung, Bukit Bandaraya Jalan Telawi, Bangsar Bar u Jalan Telawi 3 +603-2093 8842 +603-2284 6721 +603-2287 9950 www.attickl.com www.flams.com Alexis The Bar Upstairs Modesto’s Bangsar The Social Jalan Telawi 3 Jalan Telawi 3 Jalan Telawi 3 +603-2284 2880 +603-2284 2445/6 +603-2282 2260 www.alexis.com.my www.modestos.com.m y www.thesocial.com.my Chili’s Grill & Bar Barzar Club18@Bangsar Avenue within Bangsar Shopping Centre Jalan Telawi 3 Jalan Liku, Off Jalan Riong +603-2092 2023 +603-2283 1898 +603-2282 2018 www.chilis.com Vintages Bar & Grill Finnegan’s 1 Voyeur Jalan Telawi 3 Jalan Telawi 5 Jalan Telawi 2 +603-2287 3810 +603-2284 9024 +603-2287 8598 www.finneganspubs.com event.indd 15 7/4/2009 10:17:33 AM

96 || EVENTS & ENTERTAINMENT Sri Hartamas / Mont Kiara Finnegan’s 2 Groove Junction near RHB Bank next to Rum Jungle +603-2300 0538 +603-2711 7266 www.finneganspubs.com www.alohakl.com Supper Club Diva Matrix Pub & Cafe Lot PT 4512 (PT 48672), Plaza Crystaville 2, Jalan Jalan 25/70A, Desa Sri Hartamas 22A/70A, Desa Sri Hartamas, +603 – 6203 5566 Kuala Lumpur. www.supperclubkl.com +603-6203 1817 Backyard Pub Little Bali Jalan Sri Hartamas same row as Souled Out +603-6201 0318 Café, Desa Sri Hartamas www.backyardpub.com +603-2300 7718 Flagz Restaurant & Pub RAW KL Desa Sri Hartamas – Corner J-OG-9 Solaris Mont Kiara, 2 lot after the pet shop Jalan Solaris, Mont Kiara +603-2300 6650 +603-6203 6869 www.finneganspubs.com www.rawkl.com Modesto’s Sri Hartamas Soda Club Souled Out off Jalan Bukit Kiara Desa Sri Hartamas Desa Sri Hartamas +603-6201 7898 +603-6201 3778 +603-2300 1955 www.modestos.com.my www.souledout.com.my Bar Amber Breakers Pool Club & Bar Karma Desa Sri Hartamas Desa Sri Hartamas Desa Sri Hartamas +603-2145 8708 +603-6201 8628 +603-6203 2111 Around KL Carl’s Bar Palate Palette Restaurant & Bar Swiss-Inn Hotel, Jalan Jalan Mesui, off Jalan Nagasari Sultan, Kuala Lumpur. +603-2142 2148 +603-2072 3333 www.palatepalette.com http://www.swissgarden. com/hotels/sikl/ The Borneo Baruk Club No Black Tie Jalan Kia Peng Jalan Mesui +603-2148 0015 +603-2142 3737 www.bbc.net.my [email protected] Zeta Bar Seven Ate Nine Hilton Kuala Lumpur, Jalan The Ascott, Jalan Pinang Stesen Sentral, Kuala Lumpur. +603-2162 7789 +603-2264 2264 www.sevenatenine.com Skybar The Bar Club 9 & the Six Lounge 33rd Floor, Carcosa Seri Negara, Taman Tasik 9, Jln Yap Ah Shak, (Asian Heritage Row), Traders Hotel, KLCC Perdana, Persiaran Mahameru, Off Jln Dang Wangi, 50300, Kuala Lumpur, +603-2332 9911 Kuala Lumpur. +603-2692 6969 www.skybar.com.my +603-2295 0888 [email protected] www.ghmhotels.com event.indd 16 7/4/2009 10:17:33 AM

Hole in the Wall Hole in Hole the Wall in Accommodation Listing 97 KL City Centre 1 (5 Star) 98 KL City Centre 2 (4 Star) 99 KL City Centre 100 KL City Centre 4 (Ampang) 101 Top places to stay for business visits to KL/Klang Valley 111 Genting Highlands, Sunway Lagoon 113 hile travelling to KL of these hotels here. Meanwhile, will benefit from our one might be for both students, backpackers and page spread on the various business or for budget travellers of the world value-for-money hotels which Wleisure, one thing is unite for a closer look at the come with all the connectivity for sure, a safe place to rest our main areas within KL which and access needed to conduct heads is a must. Don’t be fooled they can get a good nite’s sleep business at all hours of the by our simple title of looking for a without shelling out those extra day.For those of you who hole in the wall for you, we know ringgits. Ringgits for which, aren’t even in KL for the length that some just can’t bear to live themed resorts could be also of your stay, we have also without the comfort’s of 5-star a good investment found in found holes in the wall of treatments and establishments, our themed resorts and other various sizes and features to and you will find the best picks locations page. suit your budget and needs. Business travellers meanwhile, hotel.indd 1 7/4/2009 9:18:20 AM

98 || HoLe in tHe WaLL otels located within the Golden triangle are in one o f the most strategic locations. these hotels are made up of mainly exquisite business class hotels and boutique resorts, with some budget hotels thrown in. With easy access to Hthe shopping and entertainment district of Bukit Bintang, these hotels boast a whole world of convenience for their guests, and all within walking distance. transit systems including taxis and busses are just nearby. 5-Star Berjaya Times Square Hotel & Convention Centre No. 1, Jalan Imbi +603-2117 8000 +603- 2143 2902 [email protected] www.timessquarekl.com/hotel.html Grand Millennium Kuala Lumpur 160, Jalan Bukit Bintang +603-2117 4888 +603-2142 1441 www.millenniumhotels.com/my/ millenniumkualalumpur JW Marriott Hotel 183, Jalan Bukit Bintang +603-2715 9000 +603-2715 7010 [email protected] www.ytlcommunity.com/ jwmarriottkl The Westin Kuala Lumpur 199, Jalan Bukit Bintang +603-2731 8333 +603-2731 8000 [email protected] www.westin.com/kualalumpur hotel.indd 2 7/4/2009 9:18:31 AM

HoLe in tHe WaLL || 99 Hotel Equatorial Kuala Lumpur Jalan Sultan Ismail +603-2161 7777 +603-2161 9020 [email protected] www.equatorial.com The Imperial Hotel Jalan Sultan Ismail +603-2717 9900 +603-2717 9999 reservations.imperial @luxurycollections.com www.luxurycollection.com The Ritz-Carlton, Kuala Lumpur No. 168, Jalan Imbi +603- 2142 8000 +603- 2143 8080 www.ritzcalton.com Grand Plaza Parkroyal Shangri-La Hotel Kuala Lumpur Jalan Sultan Ismail 11, Jalan Sultan Ismail +603-2142 5588 +603-2032 2388 +603-2141 5524 +603-2070 1514 www.kualalumpur. [email protected] parkroyalhotels.com www.shangri-la.com hotel.indd 3 7/4/2009 9:18:33 AM

100 || HoLe in tHe WaLL The main road of Ampang, situated on the eastern side of the City Centre, is easily accessibly from Jalan Tun Razak o r Jalan Ulu Klang. They are plenty o f shopping complexes such a s Ampang Point, Plaza Ampang, Ampwalk and City Square found along Jalan Ampang itself. Many embassies and consulates are also found along Jalan Ampang including the Cuban Embassy, Royal Thai Embassy, Zimbabwe High Commission, Japanese Embassy, British High Commission, China Embassy and French Embassy. Jalan Ampang also includes 2 international schools: Sayfol International School and Fairview International School. Hotel guests staying around this area will find it easy to travel in to the city centre as there is plenty public transportation plying Jalan Ampang including Putra LRT trains (underground), at KLCC and Ampang Park Stations. Mandarin Oriental Kuala Lumpur Kuala Lumpur City Centre +603-2380 8888 +603-2380 8833 [email protected] www.mandarinoriental.com Hotel Nikko 165, Jalan Ampang +603-2161 1111 +603-2161 1122 [email protected] www.hotelnikko.com.my Prince Hotel & Residence Kuala Lumpur No.4 Jalan Conlay +603-2170 8888 +603-2170 8999 reservations @ princehotelkl.com.my Hotel Maya 138 Jalan Ampang [email protected] +603-2711 8866 www.hotelmaya.com.my +603-2711 9966 hotel.indd 4 7/4/2009 9:18:44 AM

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102 || HoLe in tHe WaLL Crowne Plaza Mutiara Hotel Jalan Sultan Ismail +603-2148 2322 +603-2144 2157 [email protected] www.crowneplaza.com Hotel Istana 73, Jalan Raja Chulan +603-2141 9988 +603-2144 0111 [email protected] www.hotelistana.com The Zon All Suite Residences 161 D, Jalan Ampang +603-2164 8000 +603-2164 1000 www.zonhotels.com.my hotel.indd 6 7/4/2009 9:18:51 AM

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112 || HoLe in tHe WaLL Outside KL Depending on where you will be temporarily based while you are on your business trip, we have just the thing for you, especially if you find yourself outside Kuala Lumpur. the various areas containing business hotels are focussed in the towns and suburbs of Selangor. Here, we take a look at a few other areas. Pearl International Hotel Batu, Jalan Klang Lama 5 03-7983-1111 Hotel Sun Inns Mentari Hotel Sun Inns Lagoon No.1, Jalan PJS 8/5, Dataran Mentari, Bandar Sunway, 121, Jalan PJS 11/2, Subang Indah, Bandar 03-5638 0993 www.suninnhotel.com Klang Histana Hotel Crystal Crown Hotel, 10, Jalan Batu Tiga Lama, Klang Harbour View Port Klang 603-3343 8999 217, Persiaran Raja Muda Musa, Pelabuhan Klang, Web: www.histanahotel.com.my 03-3165 4422 www.crystalcrown.com.my Shah's Village Hotel Petaling Jaya Prescott Hotel Lorong Sultan, Seksyen 52, Petaling Jaya No.18A, Lebuh Enggang 03-7956-9322 Off Persiaran Sultan Ibrahim, Klang (60)3 3344 8833 www.vhhotels.com hotel.indd 16 7/4/2009 9:19:38 AM

HoLe in tHe WaLL || 113 Sunway Lagoon Sunway Lagoon’s theme park is backed up by prestigious resorts and hotels for tired bodies to rest at night. More than just for water babies who pamper themselves silly with the water theme park, these resorts appeal to businessmen who have to conduct business in the southern part of the Klang Valley as well as for the many shopaholics who splurge at Sunway Pyramid’s newly upgraded shopping mall. With everything all in one place, Sunway Resort Hotel & Spa, is touted as the best value for money that one can get if visiting Sunway Lagoon. among the resorts and hotels located within the complex include Sunway Resort Hotel & Spa, Pyramid tower Hotel, Pyramid Suites & Studios, the Villas and the Duplex. Sunway Resort Hotel & Spa Persiaran Lagoon, Bandar Sunway +603 7492 8000 www.sunwayhotels.com Genting Highlands the City of entertainment is the city that never sleeps as Malaysia’s only hill-top casino remains opened throughout the night into the day, everyday. as the throngs gather to make it a unique weekend retreat or even for a holiday, Genting’s outdoor and indoor theme parks are a good bet for those who do not gamble. With that said, Genting Highland’s integrated resorts provide the much needed place to rest after a fun-filled day. there are plenty of resorts in this place such as Maxims, Genting Hotel, Highlands Hotel, Resort Hotel, theme Park Hotel and one World HotelGenting Highlands Resort Genting Highlands, 69000 Pahang Darul Makmur, Malaysia +603-6101 1118 www.genting.com.my hotel.indd 17 7/4/2009 9:19:47 AM

114 || HoLe in tHe WaLL One World Hotel First Avenue, Bandar Utama City Centre +603-7681 1118 +603-7681 1188 [email protected] www.oneworldhotel.com.my Sunway Resort Hotel & Spa Persiaran Lagoon, Bandar Sunway +603-7492 8000 [email protected] Crystal Crown Hotel, Petaling Jaya 12, Lorong Utara A, Off Jalan Utara 46200 Petaling Jaya +603-7958 4422 +603-7958 7223 http://www.crystalcrown.com.my/ Pyramid Tower Pyramid Tower at Sunway Lagoon Resort Hotel, Persiaran Lagoon, Bandar Sunway, Petaling Jaya +603-7492 8000 +603-7492 8001 www.sunwayhotels.com hotel.indd 18 7/4/2009 9:19:49 AM

HoLe in tHe WaLL || 115 Eastin Hotel 13, Jalan 16/11, Pusat Dagang Seksyen 16, Petaling Jaya +603-7665 1111 +603-7665 9999 www.eastin.com The Royale Bintang Damansara 6, Jalan PJU 7/3, Mutiara Damansara, Petaling Jaya +603-7843 1111 +603-7843 1122 www.royalebintang.com.my Armada Petaling Jaya Lorong Utara C, Section 52, Petaling Jaya +603-7954 6888 +603-7956 8088 www.armada.com.my Petaling Jaya Hilton Hotel 2, Jalan Barat, Petaling Jaya +603-7955 9122 +603-7955 3909 www.hilton.com/en_US/hi/hotel/ [email protected] hotel.indd 19 7/4/2009 9:19:51 AM

116 || HoLe in tHe WaLL Cyberjaya / Putrajaya Putrajaya Marriott Hotel Putrajaya Shangri-La IOI Resort, Putrajaya Taman Putra Perdana, Presint 1, Putrajaya +603-8949 8888 +603-8887 8888 +603-8949 8999 +603-8887 8889 www.marriottputrajaya.com www.shangri-la.com/putrajaya/shangri-la Pullman Putrajaya Lakeside No.2, Jalan 5/5, Presint 5, PUTRAJAYA (+60)3/88900000 (+60)3/88900001 [email protected] Cyberview Lodge Resort & Spa Persiaran Multimedia, Cyberjaya +603-8312 7000 +603-8312 7001 www.cyberview-lodge.com Palm Garden Hotel IOI Resort, Putrajaya +603-8943 2233 +603-8948 6568 [email protected] www.palmgarden.com.my hotel.indd 20 7/4/2009 9:19:51 AM

HoLe in tHe WaLL || 117 Seri Kembangan / KLIA Palace of The Golden Horses Jalan Kuda Emas, The MINES Resort City, Seri Kembangan +603-8943 2333 +603-8943 2666 www.palaceofthegoldenhorses.com.my Palace Beach Resort & Spa Jalan Dulang, The MINES Resort City, Seri Kembangan +603-8943 6688 +603-8943 5555 www.palacebeachandspa.com.my Pan Pacific Kuala Lumpur Concorde Inn Kuala Lumpur International Airport Hotel International Airport Jalan CTA 4B, KLIA, Sepang Jalan KLIA 1/60, KLIA, Sepang +603-8787 3333 +603-8783 3118 +603-8787 5555 +603-8783 1211 www.panpacific.com www.concorde.net/sepang hotel.indd 21 7/4/2009 9:19:51 AM

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Special Feature Melaka Sights & Attractions: Heritage Area 120 Museums & Galleries 121 Private Museums & New Ways to See Melaka 123 Major shopping malls 124 Peranakan, Portuguese Fare; 126 Melaka Butterfly & Reptile Farm, Mini Malaysia & Mini ASEAN, 128 Ayer Keroh Recreational Forest, Zoo Melaka, Ayer Keroh 129 EQ, Avillion Legacy, Renaissance Melaka, Other hotels 131 Beyond Melaka City Centre; 132 elaka is a state the Chinese and Indians with trendier malls in Melaka. situated on the the locals respectively. Over In the midst of all these are west coast of time, Melaka fell under the lodgings to suit every taste, MMalaysia, about 1 dominance of the Portuguese, from quaint boutique hotels hour 45 minutes drive south Dutch and English in 1511, to luxurious five-star hotels. of Kuala Lumpur. The famous 1641 and 1824 respectively There are even theme parks birthplace of the Melakan and the Eurasians (or Serani) and a whole range of farms Sultanate, which is the basis community came forth as and parks to suit a family to the Malay sultanates in a result. vacation in nearby Ayer Keroh Malaysia, was honoured as and an exciting new way to one of the World Heritage The main thoroughfares of see the ever-changing Melaka Sites in July 2008. Founded Bandar Hilir, Melaka’s city centre Riverfront brings out its charm by a Sumatran prince, is a feast for the senses as to all ages. Parameswara, between architecture from communities 1390–1400 AD, Melaka past and present stand next Tucked within this Special became a thriving entrepot to each other and roadside Feature of KL – The Guide is for traders from all across Asia, hawkers call out to visitors to a magic carpet ride through including the Middle East, try the wide array of authentic Melaka city’s highlights. India and China. It was during Peranakan dishes available. One This section will give you an this time that hybrid cultures is simply spoilt for choice when overview of all there is to see, such as the Peranakans (or it comes to buying antiques, feel, taste and do while in Babas and Nyonyas) and traditional wear and other Melaka and help you plan a trip Chitties were birthed out of bric-a-bracs from pedestrian back in time to the Historic City the intermarriage between walkways and some of the of Melaka. Special Feature Melaka.indd 1 7/4/2009 8:03:20 AM

120 || SPECIAL FEATURE: MELAKA alacca’s town centre hosts many Malaysian historic monuments which are recognizable by their architects: the Malays, Chinese, Indians, Portuguese, Dutch and English as they each tell of the Mdifferent twists and turns of Malaysian history. Here, diversity of culture and religion is celebrated as different cultural and religious centres are located in close proximity to each other. Heritage Area Christ Church Dutch Square St. Paul’s Church Dutch Reformed Church ight outside Christ ight behind the Stadhuys built in 1753, Christ Church is Queen Complex is a flight of stairs A Church stands testament RVictoria’s Fountain, Rleading to the remnants of to Anglo-Dutch influences in the built to commemorate Queen St. Paul’s Church, which was built Dutch Square. Originally built as a Victoria’s Diamond Jubilee. by Portuguese captain Duerto replacement for St. Paul’s Church Installed in 1904, it is the only Coelho in 1521 and named Nossa the church was converted into fountain in Malacca and is Senhora da Annunciada (Our Lady an Anglican church by the the converging point for local of Annunciation). St. Paul’s was British and they added the trishaw or beca drivers renamed by the Dutch who used weather vane and a clock tower. who offer their services to all it before Christ Church was built and It is the oldest Protestant and sundry. In this square is after that is became a Dutch cemetary church in Malaysia and the also the Tang Beng Swee for notable statesmen, with the floor and walls bear witness to Clock Tower which was built marble statue of St. Francis Xavier the Dutch heritage in Malaysia. in 1886 in the honour of a bearing testament to his interrment Thurs to Tues local Chinese tycoon and has here 400 years ago before his Free Dutch-inspired architecture. remains were buried in Goa, India. The Stadhuys Complex African countries. Admiral Cheng Ho was a diplomat sent by the Ming court On the right of Christ Church to conduct trade with countries in the is The Stadhuys, the former Indian Ocean and Melaka, being an A Dutch adminstrative building entrepot at that time, was one of his which was completed in 1660. It is port-of-calls. the oldest Dutch building remaining in Asia and has been converted Other museums within this complex into the Historical and Ethnography include: The Literature Museum, Museum which archives the life Govenor’s Museum and the Democratic and times of Malacca’s multi-racial Rule Museum. All museums within this citizens. Behind the Stadhuys is the complex is managed by PERZIM, the Admiral Cheng Ho Gallery, which statutory body which is in charge of all features his feats and achievements public museums in the state. in fostering diplomatic relations between China and the Asian and +606-6526/+606-281 1289/ +606-282 6645 http://www.perzim.gov.my A’ Famosa walk down the other Alfonso d’ Albuquerque, in 1511. flight of steps leads to The red-bricked and white A the Porta de Santiago, washed S-shaped gate was more famously known as A’ constructed in such a way to Famosa, the gate being the only avoid gunfire and was restored remnant of a walled fortress after the Dutch took over Melaka built by the Portuguese Admiral, in 1641. Special Feature Melaka.indd 2 7/4/2009 8:03:28 AM

SPECIAL FEATURE: MELAKA || 121 ost of the museums and galleries in Melaka are surrounded by heritage sites and are under the care Mof PERZIM. Malaysian Youth Museum & Melaka Art Gallery n the left of Christ Church is the Malaysian Youth Museum, a museum primarily focussed on the youth associations in Malaysia Ounder the care of the Malaysian Youth Council. On the first floor of the same building is the Melaka Art Gallery, featuring a collection of 150 paintings and 30 sculptures of various media and themes by local artists. This building was previously a Post Office and is an example of English architecture. +606-6526/+606-281 1289/ +606-282 6645 09:00 to 17:30 (Wed to Sun) RM 2 (adults), RM 1 (children/student) http://www.perzim.gov.my Melaka Islamic Museum he former Melaka Islamic Council office now houses religious Islamic artifacts including a replica of an early Al Quran and Thistorical records of mosques in Melaka among many others. +606-282 2973 09:00 to 17:30 (Wed to Sun) RM 1 (adults), RM 0.50 (children/students) http://www.perzim.gov.my Melaka Sultanate Palace Museum t the foot of St. Paul’s Hill, the main entrance to the Melaka Sultanate Palace A Museum is at the end of the road from A’ Famosa. This museum is a replica of the Sultan’s palace during the golden era of the Malaccan Sultanate. Within are dioramas and displays giving visitors a glimpse of traditional Malay court life. +606-282 7464 09:00 to 17:30 daily RM 2 (adults), RM 0.50 (children/student) http://www.perzim.gov.my Maritime Museum Islamic World Malay World Museum rom Jalan Kota, a simple right turn into Jalan Merdeka will lead lso known as the DMDI Fyou to the Maritime Museum. Museum, it is in Bastion This unmistakable landmark measuring A House, built by the 34 metres high, 36 metres long British as an administrative base and 8 metres wide is a replica of the in Melaka. It is now a reference Portuguese galleon, Flor de La Mar point for issues related to the and contains naval and maritime-related socio-economic status of Malay artifacts, including a special corner dedicated to Panglima communities in the whole Awang, an eminent Malay archipelago, including those seafarer. from neighbouring countries. Jalan Merdeka +606-6526/+606-281 1289/ +606-282 6645 +606-6526/+606-281 1289/ 09:00 to 17:30 daily +606-282 6645 RM 1 (adults), RM 0.50 (children/student) http://www.perzim.gov.my http://www.perzim.gov.my Special Feature Melaka.indd 3 7/4/2009 8:03:44 AM

122 || SPECIAL FEATURE: MELAKA number of private homes have been turned into either private museums or galleries within the A heritage quarter of Melaka. The Baba Nyonya Heritage Museum T he Peranakans or Straits- born Chinese are the result of the interaction between the Chinese and Malays when their ancestors arrived from China for trade in the early 15th century. This museum houses traditional costume, antique furniture and wood-work art all in a house built during the Dutch occupancy on Millionaire’s Row. 48-50, Jalan Tun Tan Cheng Lock +606-283 1273 10:00 to 12:30, 14:00 to 16:30 daily except Tuesdays Fee: RM 8 per entry Villa Sentosa T his landmark is visible from the Melaka River during the Melaka River Cruise through Kampung Morten, where it stands. Built in 1920 by Tuan Haji Hashim bin Dato’ Demang Haji Abdul Ghani, its conversion into a private museum gives visitors a glimpse of the ambience in a kampung house, replete with the owner’s essentials and collectibles. Kampung Morten +606-282 3988/ +606-335 0739 The Melaka Stamp Museum ans and hobbyists of philately will Fsimply love this museum housed in the Rumahku Muziumku former Melaka Museum which came about in his private house which 2007 via a collaboration became a museum features between Pos Malaysia Tantique items which help and the Melaka preserve the Malay culture State Government. through a collection of relics. +606-283 4698 09:00 to 17:30 (Wed to Sun) No 68068 Lot 649, Padang Temu RM 1 (adults), RM 0.50 +606-286 8894 (children/students) http://www.perzim.gov.my Special Feature Melaka.indd 4 7/4/2009 8:03:55 AM

SPECIAL FEATURE: MELAKA || 123 f particular note is Jalan Tokong which is also known as Harmony Street because it contains the worship centres Malaysia’s three main religions: the Cheng Hoon Teng Temple, the O Masjid Kapitan Kling and the Sri Poyyatha Vinayagar Moorthi Temple. While heading northwest along Jalan Tun Tan Cheng Lock would lead to Tengkera, where the famous Masjid Tengkera is located. Cheng Hoon Teng Temple T he ‘Temple of Blue Clouds’ was built in 1645 by Kapitan China Lee Wei King and is the oldest Chinese temple in Malaysia serving the Hokkien Chinese of Malacca then as it does now. The stalls huddled outside the entrance sell prayer items required by devotees. 25 Jalan Tokong +606-282 9343 07:00 to 19:00 daily St Francis Xavier’s Church uilt in 1849 by a Frenchman, Reverend Farve, this Gothic- styled church is the largest Catholic Church in Melaka. B Dedicated to St. Francis Xavier, the ‘Apostle to the East’, this church bears witness to the missionary’s contributions to the Malaysian congregation. The Straits Mosque Sri Poyyatha Vinayagar Masjid Tengkera (Masjid Selat) Moorthi Temple unique three-tiered his floating he oldest surviving he Tengkera Mosque’s mosque is built on T Hindu temple still in use, Tpyramidal roof and a Ta 1.8 hectare land in Pulau it was built towards the pagoda-shaped stone minaret Melaka with the craftsmanship end of the 18th century during makes it a top draw even though of Middle Eastern and local Dutch rule and is inspired by it is located in the neighbourhood Malay architects. Facing the the Chetty community of of Tengkera, northwest of the Melaka Straits, this landmark Malacca. It is devoted to the city centre. Believed to have been has spectacular sunset views Lord Vinayagar or Ganesha constructed in 1750, it was the and showcases modern of the Hindu faith and Dutch state’s official mosque before and functional Islamic influence is traceable through and bears strong resemblance to craftsmanship. the architecture, finishing and the Demak Mosque in Indonesia roof tiling. and the Kampung Laut Mosque Pulau Melaka in Kelantan. Special Feature Melaka.indd 5 7/4/2009 8:04:06 AM