Aromatic And Spicy - The Taste Of Sri Lankan Cuisine At Sri Lankan Seafood Festival

“Ayubowan”! There's nothing more common to eat a Sri Lankan food other than a nutritious plate of rice and curry. The strong aroma and taste of Sri Lankan cuisine is hard to resist as the use of spices made into curries gives the food to be easy recognizable. Those who enjoy spicy yet flavorful dishes will please to taste dishes from Sri Lanka as Berjaya Times Square Hotel is delighted to bring the fine taste of Sri Lankan cuisine for the whole month of April 2018 exclusively at Big Apple Restaurant, Level 14.

Sri Lankan cuisine has been influenced by many historical and cultural factors. Situated in the middle of trading routes for sea farers in the ancient times as well as contact with foreign traders who brought new food items, cultural influences from neighbouring countries have all helped shape Sri Lankan cuisine. Influences from India, Indonesia and Dutch cuisines are most evident in shaping the taste and ingredients of their dish.

Sri Lankan food is best known for it's seafood dishes. One of the most common yet a specialty in Sri Lankan cuisine are the crabs. Deemed as one of the finest dishes among the Sri Lankan cuisine line-up, these Sri Lankan crabs will be the highlight of a month-long food promotion.

Savour with a delightful authentic Sri Lanka dishes prepared by renowned Chef J.M.D.K. Jayawardhana and Chef H.L.M Hettiarachchi, two distinguished chefs flown from Berjaya Hotel Colombo. This two chefs will lead in the preparation in serving the best of Sri Lankan food.

In attendance at the special preview of the food festival were Deputy Youth and Sports Minister Datuk M. Saravanan and Sri Lankan High Commissioner to Malaysia A.J.M. Muzammil. It was such an honoured that the Sri Lankan High Commissioner A.J.M. Muzammil has given his support for this event.

The appealing food selection allows guests to learn more about the food culture enjoyed by the Sri Lankans. During the promotion, both guest chefs will unveil the flavours of Sri Lankan cuisine through a wide selections of menu and delightful authentic dishes such as Pol Sambol (shredded coconut sambal), Seeni Sambol (spicy caramelized onion relish), Lunu Miris (Hot and Sour sambal paste), Gotukola Sambol (Sri Lankan Kerabu salad), Thebu Cola Sambol (Costus Speciosus), Mukunuwenna Mallum (Herbs Sri Lankan salad), Fishm Ambul Thiyal with Gravy, Prawns Mellum, Chicken Kalupol Curry, Brinjal Moju, a selections of Deep Blue Seafood on Ice Display, such as King Crab Claw, Prawns, Crabstick, Mussels, Tuna, Smoked Salmon and also some selections of desserts such as Curd and Treacle (Buffalo milk yogurt with palm sugar), Laddu, and Kesari.

During the Sri Lankan Seafood Festival, guests will have the opportunity to experience Sri Lankan tea; from Sri Lankan family tea company Dilmah. Garden fresh, unblended tea is a hallmark of Dilmah and offers a unique taste of unblended Ceylon Tea.

There will be an extravagant offer on the 2nd April 2018, for 1st 38 guest at RM38 nett per person while 39th – 58th guest price at RM58 nett per person.

Diners who spend a minimum of RM888 nett in a single receipt during the promotion period will be entitled to a lucky draw and stand a chance to WIN A HOLIDAY inclusive of return air tickets to Sri Lanka; sponsored by Sri Lankan Airlines and 4 days/3 nights hotel stay; courtesy of Berjaya Hotel Colombo.

The Sri Lanka Food Festival will be available throughout 2 April - 30 April 2018 at Big Apple Restaurant, Level 14 at 12.00pm – 2.30pm (Weekday Lunch), 12.30pm – 4.00pm (Weekend Hi-Tea), 6.30pm – 10.30pm (Daily Dinner) and will be priced at RM98 (per adult), RM61 (per senior citizen) and RM41 (per child). For every 3 full paying adults, 1 dines for FREE! While Maybank credit card holders will be entitled to a 30% discount for full paying adults.

To make a reservation or for further inquiries, please call Big Apple Restaurant @ 03-2117 8000 (ext. 8133) or log-on to: www.berjayahotel.com. For further info do check their facebook page BerjayaTimes Square Hotel, Kuala Lumpur.

Media Sri Lankan Seafood Festival Preview - Big Apple Restaurant

Recently I've had been invited to Media Sri Lankan Seafood Festival Preview at Big Apple Restaurant. It was been held to try out some of the Sri Lankan menus included their signature dishes.

It was such a sinful day as I've got to enjoy and be among the first to taste a wide selection of appetizers & variety of dishes at Sri Lankan Seafood Festival Preview. The buffet spread can surely satisfy everybody's taste buds!

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Oh My My OneRepublic Returning to Kuala Lumpur For A Concert This April

Stop and listen, Grammy-nominated American pop-rock band OneRepublic returns to Kuala Lumpur for a concert in April.

OneRepublic will be returning to Malaysia as part of the Asian leg of their world tour in support of their fourth and latest top-charting album, “Oh My My”!

The band led by Ryan Tedder, is holding their Asian tour this year with stops that include Singapore, Malaysia, and South Korea.

Organised by WGW Entertainment and supported by Malaysia Major Events (MME), a division of Malaysia Convention and Exhibition Bureau (MyCEB), a bureau under the Ministry of Tourism and Culture, OneRepublic Live in Kuala Lumpur 2018 is set to illuminate Stadium Merdeka on April 25. Tickets go on sale February 23 through TicketCharge platforms.

Their headlining show will feature new offerings from the latest album, which was number three in the US charts upon release, as well as notable hits from their discography.

Their latest singles, "No Vacancy” and "Rich Love" as well as singles from their latest album, "Wherever I Go”, "Kids" and "Let's Hurt Tonight" boosted the band’s monthly listener-ship on digital streaming platforms from 13 million to 21 million.

To those who might not know, OneRepublic is made up of frontman Ryan Tedder, guitarist Zach Filkins, guitarist Drew Brown, drummer Eddie Fisher and bassist / cellist Brent Kutzle.

This will be the quintet’s second show in Malaysia after nearly half a decade; they last performed here back in 2013.

The band formed in 2002, rose to fame on the social media platform MySpace before signing to a label and releasing a string of hits like “Apologize”, “Stop and Stare”, “Counting Stars”, “Secrets” and “If I Lose Myself”, in becoming one of the most successful and popular bands of the decade.

Throughout their music journey, they have won a number of music awards and landed many nominations, including Grammy Awards, American Music Awards and Billboard Music Awards.

Tickets to OneRepublic Live in Kuala Lumpur 2018 are priced at:
• RM668 (VIP, Numbered Seat - SELLING FAST)
• RM578 (Rock Zone)
• RM498 (CAT1, Numbered Seat)
• RM398 (CAT2, Numbered Seat)
• RM298 (CAT3, Free Seating)
• RM178 (CAT4, Free Seating - SOLD OUT)

*All prices include 6% GST but exclude RM4 Processing Fee.

Fans can get tickets online at TicketCharge or by calling 03-9222 8811. Walk-in purchases are available at Eden Ultimate Sdn Bhd, 1 Shamelin Shopping Mall, The Mines, The School by Jaya One, Blonde & Brunette Sdn Bhd, Quill City Mall KL, Eastern Records Sdn Bhd (Rock Corner HQ), Rock Corner The Gardens and selected Speedy outlets.

OneRepublic Live in Kuala Lumpur 2018 is organised by WGW Entertainment and supported by Malaysia Major Events (MME), a division of Malaysia Convention and Exhibition Bureau (MyCEB), a bureau under the Ministry of Tourism and Culture, with ODR LUBRICANTS and PREMIUMLOGY as the Official Partners, MIX as the Official Radio Partner, ERA, MY and HITZ as the Supporting Radio Partners, OD RACING as the Official Race Team Partner, APOLLO ASIA TRAVEL GROUP as the Official Travel Partner, PARADIGM EVENT as the Official Roadshow Partner and UNIVERSAL MUSIC as the Record Label.

Be sure to follow WGW Entertainment on Facebook for all the latest updates on OneRepublic Live in Kuala Lumpur 2018, or visit OneRepublic official website.

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Discovering 'Edo' The Mezmerizing Japanese-Inspired -Themed ZALORAYA Collection 2018

The well-known fashion designer Jovian Mandagie has introduced this year's Raya collection "Jovian Mandagie for Zalora" during his fashion show event held at Metal Bees Production House.

Guests were mingling around before the show started while enjoying some sweet desserts and taking the opportunity to take photos at the exquisite Japanese concept banner provided. The glorious fashion show started at 5pm with a very vibrant atmosphere along with Japanese songs playing in the background. Hosting the fashion show was the delightful Dayah Bakar who made the fashion show more alive. Among the guests that were spotted during the event were DeFam, Vanidah Imran, Daphne Iking and Melinda Looi.

It’s only March, but you can now start saving up because renowned fashion designer Jovian Mandagie has dropped its new Edo for ZALORAYA 2018 collection on Zalora, your favourite online fashion destination.

This year, the Edo collection is so nice (unique and different) because Jovian Mandagie, made a creative turn in intertwining Japanese-inspired designs into the traditional wear. Among the Japanese motifs influencing the collection are seen in prints of the Hokusai Wave, Seigaiha Wave, Cranes, Asanoha (hemp leaves), Shippou (seven treasure), Kiku (chrysanthemum flower), and Sakura (cherry blossom).

The silhouettes of the pieces from the design are consisted of the kimono structures of modern kurungs with ribbon wraps detailing, flared sleeves, structured peplums and complementary accents such as beaded sequins and adjustable Obi belts. The highlighted styles of Kimono -inspired look with colourful palletes of soft blue, brown, black, gold, green, red, yellow and pink definitely portrays that inimitable twist of Japanese accent with a strong cultural beauty.

Fabrication seen in the collection’s patchwork and paneling, consists of heavy printed satin, fancy organza, crepe, mixed cotton, lace, and embellished brocade. Rich brights are balanced by soft blues, and earthy tones, adding to the luxe look and feel.

“The collaboration with ZALORA has been something I look forward to every year and realizing that it has been a great 5 years has definitely made me thankful for the relationship that has gone beyond business, which I wish to cherish even more,” said Dato’ Jovian Mandagie.

The "Jovian Mandagie for Zalora" fashion show successfully captivated the attention of the audience who attended. The collection will gradually go live in ZALORA's website. Check out Zalora website to grab the stunning pieces from Jovian Mandagie for Zalora Raya collection.

Edo by Jovian Mandagie for ZALORA for ZALORA is now available online at www.zalora.com.my/jovian and on ZALORA mobile app. Prices range retails at RM551 to RM679.

Kindly visit their website or social medias for more info or views on these ethnic and stunning collections!

Website: www.jovian.com.my

Instagram: www.instagram.com/jovianrtw

Facebook: www.facebook.com/jovianofficial

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Style Girl Crush: Fashion Icon - Alexa Chung

One of the most recognisable names in fashion and beauty, Alexa Chung's career spans modeling, presenting, writing and now, designing for her ALEXACHUNG label. She's also the face of L'Oréal Professionnel INOA hair colour. When Alexa Chung first started being photographed in 2006, she almost instantly changed the way we dressed. Over a decade (and many pea jackets, navy sweaters, thigh-skimming dresses, ballet flats and denim cutoffs) later, she is still one of the most copied style icons on the planet. There's a reason she's won the British Fashion Awards Style Icon Award three times (and counting).

I adores Alexa Chung's looks and her sense of styles. She's been my inspiration and fashion icon because her style is always chic and up to date. Since arriving on the fashion scene as a model in the early aughts, Alexa has become as synonymous with style as the labels she’s often spotted wearing. The British street-style darling -- who’s cut her teeth in the fashion and entertainment industries as a writer and TV host -- has added designer to her resume in recent years, lending her signature mod-meets-modern aesthetic to various brands.

Background

Alexa Chung was born on 5 November 1983 in Privett, Hampshire, England to Gillian and Phillip Chung. She is of English and Chinese descent, her father is of three quarters Chinese ancestry, while her mother is of English descent. Alexa attended secondary school at the local Perins School and spent sixth form at Peter Symonds College, Winchester. She was accepted at King's College London to read English, but was scouted by a modelling agency before attending.

Alexa has been a muse to many fashion designers because of her distinctive personal style. In 2009 the designer handbag company Mulberry created a much sought-after bag named after and inspired by her called the "Alexa". With one of the world's most enviable wardrobes and a Mulberry bag named in her honor, Alexa has won British Style Icon three year's running at the British Fashion Awards in 2011, 2012 and 2013. She's wowed us with some beautifully pulled-together looks. A laid-back, London street chic vibe infuses her entire wardrobe. With a unique ability to stay ahead of trends, she adds her own effortlessly chic twist to any outfit. Put simply, whatever she wears, we want.

Her two-season collaboration with AG Jeans delivered high-rise silhouettes and relaxed shirting, along with ’60s-esque cropped and flared jeans. Alexa and AG helped kick-start the trend with button-up styles that have become a cool-girl staple as of late.

Not surprisingly, Alexa’s style acumen has led to another role in the fashion spotlight -- that of AG’s newest face, currently fronting the fall campaign. Replete with dark denim, folk elements by way of lace and floral accents, and utilitarian-like contrast stitching, the label’s fall collection blends vintage influences with contemporary refinement.

Alexa has managed to turn her innate style into a business, of course, with sellout clothing collections for AG Jeans and Marks & Spencer, and in May 2017 she launched her very own label called AlexaChung.

ALEXACHUNG is the eponymous fashion brand by Alexa. You can shop for ready-to-wear denim, shoes, dresses, t-shirts and more. All the pieces are exactly what we imagined she'd wear herself, from pinafore denim dresses to pretty collared shirts—meaning we've never had such a clear-cut chance of paying homage to the style setter.

For styling inspiration, I’ve rounded up some (15 numbers) of Alexa’s best looks ever -- from skinny jeans and suede jackets to designer gowns and jumpsuits--paired with pieces to help you copy her style. Here's some of her looks for inspirations. Winks! Winks!

There's no doubt that Alexa Chung is the ultimate fashion It girl. Not only is she a modern day style icon with her effortlessly cool outfits, she has also collaborated with the world's most high-profile designers creating dazzling capsule collections.

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