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contents From the airline
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GROUP CEO’S MESSAGE
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UPDATES
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MALAYSIA AIRLINES GUIDE
Regulars
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CHECK-IN
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REMEDY
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COORDINATES
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INDULGE
News and announcements from Malaysia Airlines
Everything you need to know about flying with us
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oneworld GUIDE
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SELECT
The benefits of the oneworld alliance
Our inflight entertainment guide
A newly-refurbished One World Hotel, JW Marriot Venice opens and Conservatorium Hotel celebrates the Tulip Festival
Spa treatments, clean eating menus, and bodycare products to heal and pamper you this month
Catch the snowbombing festival in Austria, Backstreet Boys’ concert in Malaysia, and the Cinco de Mayo festival in Mexico
Korean Chef Edward Kwon comes to KL, the London Coffee Festival and a chat with famed chef Nobuyuki Matsuhisa
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Wan Chai’s Transformation
The Hong Kong district is on a gastronomic roll
contents Travel & features
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ON THE GO
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ODE TO GRANDMA Grandmothers around the world share their love for good cooking in a collection of photographs
KL’S BEST Our choice of ten of the best culinary establishments in Kuala Lumpur
EAT DRINK EUROPE
INSPIRE
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MALAYSIAN FUSIONS
Exciting art in Macau, Taipei and Perth, while Alexander McQueen’s Savage Beauty visits London
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SECAWAN KOPI HAINAN
A mirrorless camera, skincare, and a book of poems for the flight
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TRACKER
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MUST-HAVES
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12 HOURS
Local favourites with a modern twist
Dari biji kopi ke kopitiam, syarikat Sin Hoy How yang berusia 80 tahun tidak henti memuaskan para penggemar kopi
The best road trips in South Africa, Iceland and the USA
Up your style ante at work with these style essentials
Our shortlist of gastronomic must-dos in Europe
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BUDDHIST CAVE ART The Yungang grottoes in the Chinese city of Datong is a massive laboratory of art
Getting the most out of 12 hours in Oslo
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THE BRUNCH CLUB
Enjoy a late breakfast or have it three times a day at these eateries
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going places april 2015
GROUP CEO'S MESSAGE
Welcome on board Malaysia Airlines, and thank you for reading our in-flight magazine, Going Places. April has traditionally been the month when we dedicate the entire issue to food. In Kuala Lumpur, the restaurant scene has flourished so significantly in recent years that we decided to come up with a list of the city’s best restaurants to help you navigate around the hundreds of gourmet venues. In our cover story, Sean Yoong, arguably Kuala Lumpur’s most well-known food blogger, tempts us with his vivid food writing and spoton observations of the restaurants which made it into the list. From Malaysia’s national dish of coconut milk rice to Peking duck with black truffles, Sean says, “it takes true skill and style to stand out amid the culinary clamour”. If you’re reading this on your way to Hong Kong, head over to Wan Chai, where big-name chefs have opened up trendy dining establishments, from Jason Atherton’s two outposts Ham & Sherry and 22 Ships to Parisian chef Akrame Benallal’s seafood-focused haute French cuisine. If in Europe, read on for our recommended list of culinary must-dos, from tasting
freshly cured haddock in Scotland to the unique experience of eating in the dark in a restaurant in Berlin. Traversing the globe in search of these great food and experiences is easy and convenient with the oneworld network of leading carriers, in which Malaysia Airlines is a partner. Travel with peace of mind knowing you are connected to nearly 1,000 destinations across 150 countries when you fly with our partners. Closer to home, you may have noticed the batik ribbons worn by the staff of Malaysia Airlines. These ribbons are a symbol of solidarity to honour our friends and colleagues who are still missing from the disappearance of MH370. The batik design, similar to the uniform worn by our female cabin crew, represents our united strength and courage in facing challenges. We thank you for flying with us today, and for your continued support through our very difficult journey during the past year. We hope to welcome you again in your future travels. AHMAD JAUHARI YAHYA Group Chief Executive Officer Malaysia Airlines
ON THE COVER This month, we celebrate the culinary tastes of the world in our annual food issue, which is beautifully captured by our cover combining photography and illustration.
ILLUSTRATION CASS LOH
DEAR VALUED GUESTS,
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INNOVATION FORUM Malaysia Airlines is proud to be the official airline partner for the upcoming Business of Innovation forum, one of the most powerful conferences for business leaders and industry captains in Asia. Aimed at promoting understanding of the role of innovation and leadership in today’s business world, the conference will provide fresh insights into strategic issues facing businesses, and is an excellent platform for networking. Among the acclaimed individuals speaking at the exclusive forum are Sir Bob Geldof, founder of Live Aid and Live8, CNN International Anchor Richard Quest, CEO and co-founder of Virgin Unite Mentors Mark Thompson, and Malaysia’s very own artist-architect Red Hong Yi. Organised by The London Speaker Bureau, the conference will be held on 21 April at the Majestic Hotel, Kuala Lumpur. bizofinnovation.com.my
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PARTNERSHIP PARTNERSHIP
ALL THAT JAZZ The Borneo Jazz Festival will celebrate its tenth anniversary this year by bringing back popular performers including Lluis Coloma, The Dirty Dozen Brass Band, and Diamond Dave and The Doodaddies. The two-day event on 8-9 May will also offer international and local cuisine, and festival-goers will be able to purchase handicrafts to help support the local community. Malaysia Airlines is the official airline partner for the festival which takes place in Miri, Sarawak. jazzborneo.com
AERO EXPERTS MEET The Malaysia External Trade Development Corporation (MATRADE), will be organising the inaugural Kuala Lumpur International Aerospace Business Convention (KLIABC) to showcase the capabilities of companies in Malaysia and the region in the aerospace industry. The highlights of the event are a one-day high-level aerospace conference and two days of prearranged networking meetings between industry players and renowned aviation companies. Malaysia Airlines is a partner of the KLIABC 2015, which will be held at the Matrade Exhibition & Convention Centre in Kuala Lumpur on 27-29 April. bciaerospace.com/malaysia
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MALAYSIA
NEW LOOK
Experience a new level of luxury at One World Hotel Petaling Jaya. Featuring contemporary designs with a classic twist, the 438 newly refurbished rooms boast bespoke furniture amongst soothing shades of warm grey tones with a mixture of modern patterns in a vast, open space. Each room or suite features elements of comfort and relaxation, from luxurious soft quilted leather walls and sumptuous bedding to four-feature bathrooms with rain showers. Rich upholstery, plush fabrics, soft and subtle textured wallpaper as well as exclusive wooden floors add a sense of opulence to the rooms. oneworldhotel.com.my AMSTERDAM
FLOWER POWER During the month of April, the Conservatorium Hotel will be dressed with over 1,000 tulips in all public areas, inspired by the annual Tulip Festival. As a nod to the national flower, the hotel is offering a special Flower Package, available from 1 April until 17 May 2015, which includes a two-night stay for two, entrance tickets to the world-famous flower garden, De Keukenhof, and a specially prepared Tulip Celebration at The Lounge. � ITALY
VENETIAN OFFERINGS Marking the brand’s debut in Italy, the JW Marriott Venice Resort & Spa is a 266-room property, situated at an exceptional lagoon location on its own island, offering stunning views of St Mark’s Square and La Serenissima. Created in collaboration with award-winning Italian architecture firm Matteo Thun & Partners, the resort combines the very best in contemporary hotel design with heritage and elegance, highlighting the historic buildings and parklands of Rose Island. marriott.com
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WELLNESS
CLEANSING EATS Reinvigorate your body from within with healing cuisine at Puri Ahimsa’s award-winning Fivelements in Bali. Detox and boost your immune system with Sakti Dining Room’s fresh and healthy raw vegan meals that are surprisingly tasty and filling. Make it a life-healing retreat with special three, five or seven-night Cuisine For Life packages that come complete with healing cuisine meals, private culinary training and relaxing treatments. fivelements.org
BODYCARE
SILKY SMOOTH Give your body as much love as your face with the new L’Occitane Velvet Body Serum and Velvet Balm. Almond proteins and silicium help firm and smoothen skin, while almond tree native cells help with cell regeneration, keeping skin looking more youthful and fresh.
SKINCARE
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SKIN SAVERS The effects of the sun can be quite damaging to the skin. Counter this with the Mon Cheri Sun Crème to protect your skin when going out, and later, cleanse the face with Aloe Vera Wipes to help skin cool down. The anti-inflammatory properties of aloe vera also help keep blemishes and acne away while fine lines and wrinkles are delayed. moncheriessentials.com
SPA
SPRUCED UP SPACE Fresh from winning the ‘Maldives’ Leading Spa Resort’ title at the World Travel Awards 2014, the Sun Siyam Iru Fushi Maldives now has a rejuvenated spa – The Spa by Thalgo France. Combining Ayurvedic methods with the best from Thalgo Laboratories, the rebranding brings with it 66 new and exclusive treatments, making it a total of 146 to choose from when you need to soothe or refresh tired bodies and minds. thesunsiyam.com/irufushi
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PHOTO ANDREW WHITTON (ROAD TRIP // SNOWBOMBING 2014)
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COOL FESTIVAL PHOTO ANDREW WHITTON (ROAD TRIP // SNOWBOMBING 2014)
Snowbombing is a popular week-long sports and music festival held annually amidst Austrian ski trails, offering an exhilarating natural beauty found only in the mountains. There is plenty to do, from skiing to snowboarding, relaxing in luxurious spas, and carousing in a multitude of themed parties. 6-11 Apr at Mayrhofen snowbombing.com
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AMPHIBIAN AWARENESS DAY The International Bornean Frog Race is back for its 4th edition, aiming to spread awareness on the decline in amphibians. The main event sees participants competing to snap photographs of 60 diverse species of frogs including Wallace’s Flying Frog, the Mahogany Frog and the Red Hot Chili Pepper frog. 25 Apr at Kubah National Park, Sarawak internationalborneanfrograce.weebly.com
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BACKSTREET’S BACK The Backstreet Boys will be heading to Kuala Lumpur as part of their In A World Like This tour for one night only, performing their hits, which include As Long As You Love Me, Everybody, and Shape Of My Heart.
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CHOCOLATE AFFAIR
3 May at Stadium Negara ticketpro.com.my
A celebration of all things chocolate, the Selangor Chocolate Fair will feature activities such as an ice cream sundae eating contest and demonstrations on how to make chocolates by hand to have visitors leaving on a sweet note.
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COLOURFUL FESTIVITIES The food capital of Mexico, Puebla, hosts the country’s largest Cinco de Mayo celebration, honouring the Mexican soldiers who defeated the French Army in the Battle of Puebla in 1862. A military parade, thousands of food stands, art and craft displays, and even a state fair are some of the fun activities.
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BAKERY
KENNY HILLS BAKERS Forget those store-bought white loaves; start the day with a wholesome and warm bite of freshly baked bread by heading to the newly opened Kenny Hills Bakers in quiet suburban confines. The bakery offers a variety of artisanal sourdough bread and baguettes made with stoneground organic flour, while its range of croissants, tarts, and pies would please any pastry-loving gourmand. I-1B Taman Tunku, Off Langgak Tunku, Bukit Tunku, Kuala Lumpur
APPEARANCE
MEET CELEBRITY CHEF EDWARD KWON AT INTERCONTINENTAL KL
Experience the finer side of Korean cuisine this April when Chef Edward Kwon arrives as InterContinental Kuala Lumpur’s guest chef. Invited as part of the hotel’s World Celebrity Chef Series, Chef Kwon is known for accentuating traditional Korean dishes with European techniques and local ingredients, resulting in a unique experience of Korean cuisine. His four-day appearance will see him prepare dinner sets for Tatsu on 21-23 April, while a Master Cooking Class session is scheduled for 22 April. On 24 April, Kwon will lead the kitchen for the Celebrity Gala Dinner held in his honour. 21-24 Apr at InterContinental KL, 165 Jalan Ampang, 50450 Kuala Lumpur. intercontinental-kl.com.my
FESTIVAL
LONDON COFFEE FESTIVAL Coffee connoisseurs, take note: The London Coffee Festival is a must-go four-day event to celebrate the global rise of coffee. Assembling over 250 artisan coffee and gourmet food stalls, the event is expected to draw more than 22,000 visitors, who will experience coffee by world-class baristas, with tastings, interactive workshops, live music and street food thrown in for a buzzing good time. 30 Apr to 3 May. 15 Hanbury Street, The Old Truman Brewery, London. londoncoffeefestival.com
GUIDE
WHERE CHEFS EAT: A GUIDE TO CHEFS’ FAVOURITE RESTAURANTS “Where do we eat?” is a question as old as travelling itself. Rather than relying on the familiar guides, former Restaurant magazine editor Joe Warwick sought the answers by asking hundreds of the world’s best chefs about their favourite eating spots. The resulting tome contains over 2,000 personal recommendations – ranging from fine-dining restaurants to scrumptious street-side eateries – by a star-studded list including Ferran Adria, Rene Redzepi, David Chang, and more. Where Chefs Eat by Joe Warwick phaidon.com
PROFILE
JET-SETTING CHEF Nobuyuki Matsuhisa, the highly-acclaimed chef proprietor of Nobu and Matsuhisa restaurants, traces the beginnings of his professional ambition to the day his older brother took him to a sushi restaurant for the first time. He knew then he was destined for a career in the kitchen. Born in Saitama, Japan, Chef Nobu shares some thoughts with Going Places. I never leave for a business trip without: My training gear. I’m constantly travelling and I need to adjust to time zone changes. Exercise makes me sleep well and keeps my energy levels high when I travel to my restaurants all over the world. I also carry my iPad everywhere. I would hop on a plane for a meal in: Japan. I would eat fugu fish at Yamaguchi prefecture, crab dishes in Fukui prefecture, and sushi in Tokyo. The first Nobu restaurant in Southeast Asia is in Kuala Lumpur because: Malaysians are savvy with gourmet dishes and passionate about food. Signature flavours to Nobu restaurants are: Black Cod in Miso and New Style Sashimi. Nobu Kuala Lumpur is: Also our highest altitude restaurant in the world. noburestaurants.com
20 ON THE GO text by PY Cheong
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MAKEUP
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The Samsung NX500 is a new mirrorless camera that is trim and portable. It shares many of the capabilities found in the flagship NX1 (28MP APS-C sensor, 4K video recording and ISO sensitivity that goes up to 51,200), while still retaining design elements of the previous NX300. Apart from the ultra-convenient tilt touchscreen display, the device also sports Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and NFC connectivity – making it easy to send pictures to a smartphone or tablet. samsung.com
Lancôme’s Miracle Cushion looks like a compact foundation, but its air-cushion is infused with make-up together with SPF23/ PA++ sun protection. The secret lies in the unique sensorial fluid, an airy cushion and a soft insulating applicator, whereby just the right amount of product is released for each application. Available in 11 luminous shades, the cushion is said to help minimise pores and give skin a radiant glow. lancome.com
READ
THROUGH HIS WORDS Langit Tanpa Awan (A Sky Without Clouds) is a book of Malay-language poems penned by one very talented Malaysia Airlines flight steward. Using the nom de plume of Nick Adly, he details his everyday experiences in fluid prose. The book is taken to be a journal of sorts – Adly’s random thoughts, emotions and memories are captured and delivered to readers in a relatable, easy-to-read manner. bijipress.blogspot.com
SUNCARE
SHIELD YOUR SKIN Sothys has developed a new brightening broad-spectrum sunscreen that protects the skin not only from UVA and UVB rays, but infrared radiation as well. The Brightening Ultra-Protective Sun Shield SPF 50 [W.] is said to brighten the complexion, while calcified algae, sunflower extract and plant-based filters ensure a broad-spectrum photo defence. The product is fragrance-free and doesn’t leave a white zinc-like substance on the face. sothys.com
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EXHIBITION
JOANA VASCONCELOS, GOLDEN VALKYRIE, 2012, KALFAYAN GALLERIES ATHENS, LUÍS VASCONCELOS
Until 31 Oct at MGM Macau, Avenida Dr. Sun Yat Sen, NAPE, Macau joanavasconcelos. com
JOANA VASCONCELOS,CORAÇÃO INDEPENDENTE VERMELHO, 2005,MUSEU COLEÇÃO BERARDO,LUÍS VASCONCELOS COURTESY UNIDADE INFINITA PROJECTOS
From head of security at a popular nightclub to internationally acclaimed artist, Joana Vasconcelos’ career has been extraordinary. After coming to prominence at the 2005 Venice Biennale, where she presented a chandelier sculpture entitled The Bride, the Lisbon-based artist has enjoyed whirlwind success with solo exhibitions in Europe and South America. This month sees Vasconcelos present her first solo exhibition in China, created and compiled especially for the Grande Praça space at the MGM Macau. This collection reflects on 500 years of trade between Portugal and China, in which Macau played an integral role, with various motifs such as maritime and Norse mythology running throughout. Vasconcelos employs numerous disciplines to explore her subject matter, including textile, sculpture and painting, making for a visually exciting showcase that’s not to be missed.
CONTAMINAÇÃO,2008-2010, PINAULT COLLECTION, PHOTO © PALAZZO GRASSI, PH: ORCH ORSEGNIO_CHEMOLLO
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PHOTOGRAPHY
UNDER THE SURFACE Creative studio Staudinger+Franke’s latest series of images, Barrier, offers a unique take on portrait photography. “Barrier is a subtle attempt to create captivating portraits with a very simple concept. The series does not follow a specific idea, it is more about a play with distance and closeness created by the water surface, which acts as a barrier, and the plain beauty of simplicity,” says the studio of its work. Staudinger+Franke has enjoyed a flood of interest since the release of Barrier. staudinger-franke. com
It’s an exciting month for Perth-based artistic organisation Revealed, which is set to hold a number of events focusing on connecting Aboriginal artists with opportunities in Western Australia. A free symposium on 17 April kicks off proceedings with talks by artists and industry professionals. The following day, meet Aboriginal artists and purchase some stunning work at the Art Marketplace in Perth Cultural Centre’s Urban Orchard. For a more formal showcase, visit the Revealed exhibition, which runs from 18 April to 9 May. Public Symposium at the State Library of WA Theatre, Perth Cultural Centre, Northbridge Revealed Exhibition at the Gallery Central, Central Institute of Technology, 12 Aberdeen St, Northbridge revealed.net.au
EXHIBITION
FIERCE FASHION When the Alexander McQueen: Savage Beauty exhibition debuted at New York’s Metropolitan Museum of Art in 2011, it quickly became one of the establishment’s most visited exhibitions in history. Now this major retrospective of the late fashion designer’s work visits Europe for the first time. Mapping McQueen’s spectacular body of work from his 1992 MA graduate showcase to his unfinished AW 2010 collection, the exhibition celebrates his ground-breaking approach to fashion, displaying his clothing using dramatic staging techniques reminiscent of his runway shows. Until 2 Aug at the V&A Museum, Cromwell Road, London SW7 2RL vam.ac.uk
JELLYFISH ENSEMBLE AND ARMADILLO SHOES, ALEXANDER MCQUEEN, PLATO’S ATLANTIS, S/S 2010 MODEL: POLINA KASINA © LAUREN GREENFIELD/INSTITUTE
DU XI – WHITE TIGER HALL
25-26 Apr at Sheraton Grande Taipei Hotel, Taiwan youngarttaipei.com
EXHIBITION
PHOTO STAUDINGER+FRANKE
Only in its seventh year, the Young Art Taipei (YAT) fair has attracted collectors and art enthusiasts from across Asia. YAT sets itself apart by presenting the very best in contemporary art from emerging artists under the age of 45. This year looks to be the best yet with 98 galleries taking part from all over the world. 2015 also sees the debut of PHOTO EYE, a showcase of emerging Asian photographers curated by a panel of highly regarded experts, including Gwen Lee, director of the Singapore International Photography Festival, and esteemed Taiwanese photographer Duan Yuting. Check out the event and get your hands on affordable work from a new generation of leading artists.
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RING ROAD, ICELAND
HIT THE ROAD Get your motor running with some of the world’s greatest road trips Text Tracey Petherick
Iceland’s Route 1 circles the entire country, taking travellers on an eerie but enchanting tour past fjords, geothermal pools, black-sand beaches, volcanoes and glacial lagoons. You’ll need at least 10 days to make the most of the 1,330-kilometre Ring Road, but there are good farm stays and guesthouses along the way. Make sure you see the spectacular Jökulsárlón Glacial Lagoon, where seals swim alongside gleaming icebergs; Seljalandsfoss Waterfall, where a pathway takes visitors behind the crashing veil of water; and Latrabjarg Cliffs, Europe’s largest cliff rookery and home to millions of seabirds.
ROUTE 66, USA
An irresistible 4,000-kilometre tourist trail, Route 66 provides a glimpse of life on the road in 1930s America – neon signs included. Take in eight states from Illinois to California plus an endless stream of cultural heritage and iconic nostalgia – think kitsch motels, retro gas stations and vinyl booth-filled diners. Highlights of the route include Funks Grove Maple Syrup Farm and the Dixie Truckers Home truck stop in Illinois, the Chain of Rocks Bridge and St Louis’ The Loop district in Missouri, the extraordinary Cadillac Ranch in Texas, Arizona’s Petrified Forest National Park and one of the country’s three remaining Wigwam Motels in California.
View of the ocean, Tsitsikamma
GARDEN ROUTE, SOUTH AFRICA
This 240-kilometre stretch along the southernmost tip of Africa is one of the world’s most spectacular scenic drives. You could head to Plettenberg Bay for vast white sand beaches or The Crags for the Elephant Sanctuary and forested Monkeyland. You could visit wonderful towns like tranquil Sedgefield or trendy Knysna, where art galleries and café culture abound. But if you really want to make the most of the Garden Route, buckle up for an adrenaline-fuelled bonanza of adventure tourism. Try the world’s highest commercial bungee jump, 200 metres up, from Bloukrans Bridge, or the canopy tour – a network of treetop platforms and cable slides – through Tsitsikamma’s rainforest. Back on terra firma, explore the underground labyrinth at Cango Caves near ostrich capital Oudtshoorn, or take to the waters at Mossel Bay for the ultimate South African experience – cage diving with sharks.
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To explore Oslo’s finest attractions, expect to wander widely Text Ingrid K. Williams Illustration Nate Padavick
Oslo’s well-developed coffee culture provides ample opportunity for connoisseurs to parse the nuances of light roasted beans from local roasters like Tim Wendelboe (timwendelboe. no) and Solberg & Hansen (solberghansen.com). One stylish spot for sampling black coffee is Fuglen (facebook. com/Fuglen.Oslo), a cosy café decked out in mid-century Scandinavian designs. Soak in the heady 1960s atmosphere amid vintage sofas and armchairs, which are also for sale through an affiliated second-hand furnishings store.
10am The city’s proximity to the pristine Oslo Fjord makes a brief morning escape to its small islands simple. Board
the ferry (schedules at ruter. no) at Vippetangen, and five minutes later, you will find yourself traipsing around Hovedoya, the nearest island. Hiking trails crisscross this islet, home to two swimming beaches and monastery ruins dating back to the 1100s. On the return trip, take note of the glittering facades that dot the waterfront.
1.30pm Madrid has the Mercado de San Miguel, Copenhagen has Torvehallerne, and now Oslo has a food hall of its own, Mathallen (mathallenoslo. no). The food hall occupies an old brick factory building beside the river and gathers more than 30 stalls, shops and restaurants under one (very large) roof. A focus on seasonal, local products is
most evident at the mezzaninelevel restaurant von Porat (vonporat.no), where dishes often feature foods from fellow vendors. But for a quick bite, pull up a stool at Anni’s Polsemakeri (facebook.com/ Polsemakeri), a butcher that serves an excellent platter of grilled sausages, slaw and creamy potato salad.
2.30pm Tjuvholmen, or Thief Island, is the highlight of the city’s continuing urban renewal project to reclaim industrial areas and docklands along the waterfront. The gleaming area has been transformed into a vibrant arts district, and its centrepiece is the city’s new architectural jewel: the Astrup Fearnley Museet (afmuseet. no). This modern-art museum reopened in September 2012
in a sloping glass-and-timber complex designed by Renzo Piano. Inside, provocative exhibitions feature works from Damien Hirst, Takashi Murakami and Cindy Sherman. Outside the museum, a small sculpture park is dotted with pieces by Louise Bourgeois, Anish Kapoor and others. After a tour, explore Tjuvholmen’s pedestrian lanes, where several art galleries have taken up residence. At the Pushwagner Gallery (pushwagner.no), the giddy colours and playful pop art from Hariton Pushwagner – the pseudonym of the acclaimed Norwegian artist Terje Brofos – are a far cry from Munch.
4.30pm Not many capital cities have impressive waterfalls gushing within the city limits. But that’s
precisely what you’ll find on a walk north along the pretty footpaths hugging the Aker River. At the Beier Bridge, the river crashes down a cliff to create the spectacular Waterfall at Molla, as well as ephemeral rainbows in the misty spray.
7pm Head to the upscale Frogner neighbourhood west of the city centre, where hidden in a cobblestone courtyard is Kolonihagen (kolonihagen.no), a rustic restaurant with exposed brick walls and wooden beams. The restaurant sources organic ingredients locally, and the delicious results are simple, seasonal dishes, like wild mushroom soup with black truffles, and fire-grilled reindeer with Jerusalem artichokes, cranberries, sprouts and pickled turnips.
9pm At a pair of music spaces beside the Aker River, the stage itself is arguably as interesting as the performers on it. Kulturkirken Jakob (jakob. no) is a deconsecrated church whose afterlife as a ‘cultural church’ is devoted to a variety of dance, music and theatre events. In addition to jazz groups and country singers, the space also hosts a weekly Sunday-night service, which, with stage lighting, grand piano and band, is more performance than prayer. A few blocks away is Bla (blaaoslo.no), a bunker-like, graffiti-covered building that maintains an even more eclectic schedule. On some nights, you’ll find bingo parties and literature debates; on others, DJs and the odd electronic-pop band play to a packed, dancing house.
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A century of world-wise sailors can’t be wrong: Where do you spend valuable hours of shore leave in Hong Kong?
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Wan Chai Text & Photos Mark Parren Taylor
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Colourful neon signs light up Wan Chai at night
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he sea is so much a part of Hong Kong that there might as well be salt water in its veins and the sound of surf in its ears. Ocean breezes blow through its streets; fish and fruits de mer overflow its market stalls and dinner tables; people pray to Tin Hau, Goddess of the Sea; ferries, water-taxis and rowboats hustle about the harbour, connecting the city with some of its hundreds of islands. Much of Hong Kong, especially that prime real estate around Victoria Harbour, is built on land reclaimed from the briny. Nowhere is this bond with the sea more apparent than in Wan Chai.
ALL AT SEA
Wan Chai! The world of Suzie Wong, sailors on shore leave, and rowdy bars awash with rum and badly sung sea shanties! Or it used to be. These days, Wan Chai is a glorious hodgepodge of grunge and glamour, highbrow and low-rent. It’s a district on the north coast of Hong Kong island, overlooking the magnificent natural harbour, and neighbour to Causeway Bay, one of the city’s retail hubs, where the sound of tinging cash tills mingles with the ‘ding ding’ of passing trams. Those same streetcars trundle through Wan Chai to get there, along Johnston Road, which followed the coastline in 1904 when the tracks were first laid. These days,
however, passengers on the tram would be hard-pressed to hear the crashing of waves – the water’s now a kilometre away, thanks to reclamation. But there are still echoes of those bygone days. Ship Street, for example, and its adjacent streets named after Amoy and Swatow (ports further along the China seaboard), originally led down to shipyards that busied the long-gone quay. Nearby Ruttonjee Hospital stands on the site of the Seaman’s Hospital, opened in 1843 as one of the city’s first medical facilities. Just behind, on Queen’s Road, a little temple (built about the same time) marks the natural coastline and is in honour of Hung Shing, the God of the Southern Sea. Long before the British planted their flag at Possession Point in 1841, this was a Chinese fishing village, and something in the air continued to attract seafarers and salty dogs well after the European-style city arrived. Deckhands and petty officers from far and wide headed here for R&R. For decades it was a cheap and cheerful quarter (to say the least) where they could make the most of the few coins in their purse. After all, their antics had already got them barred by the government from the centre of town.
A TASTE OF THE WORLD
Today, you might still see a band of on-leave sailors ‘finding their land legs’ but both they and Wan Chai have tidied up
Kishoku's artfully presented plate of tempura Making coffee the Rabbithole way
Grilled tetilla cheese at Ham & Sherry Wooloomooloo Steakhouse's Beef Wellington
Kishoku's sensational sashimi platter
their acts considerably! Nevertheless, there’s still a sense of what it was like in those pioneering, edge-ofthe-world days. Head to the market around Tai Yuen Street – there have been bazaars like this in Hong Kong since the start of colonial rule – where everything from fruit and toys to clothes and tools are on offer. It’s haphazard and cramped and boisterous – and thoroughly Hong Kong. Yet today, there’s gentrification in the air. On second thought, it’s beyond that. Wan Chai is now at the ‘gastronomification’ stage. Let’s go back to Ship Street. It’s just a hundred metres long and yet manages to squeeze in three-Michelin-star Bo Innovation (boinnovation.com) for cuttingedge Chinese cuisine, Akrame Benallal’s (akrame.com.hk) eponymous French dining room (1 star), British chef Jason Atherton’s two outposts, 22 Ships (22ships. hk) and Ham & Sherry (hamandsherry. hk), along with Korean at Baab (baab.com. hk), pizza and vegetarian joints, finishing off with May’s Cookies (mayscookies.com. hk) on the corner. If you’re after something lighter, there’s artisan coffee at Rabbithole (rabbitholecoffee.com) or a good bowl of beef brisket noodles at Wah Lam on Thomson Road. A 10-minute walk away, the cluster of cafés and bars on Star, Sun and Moon Streets is open from early (for an omelette breakfast at Plaza Mayor) till late (a nightcap at Ted’s Lookout, perhaps). There’s also a little huddle of clothes and lifestyle shops that spill down into St Francis’ Yard. It’s a neighbourhood that can afford to
burn the candle at both ends: this was the site – on Electric Street in 1890 – of Hong Kong’s first power generator. Culinary highlights on Wan Chai’s eastern fringe are distinctly fishy. Stop at Catalunya (catalunya.hk) for fine Spanish tapas, including codfish brandade and marinated sea bass that go well with the signature tomato tartar. Executive cook Alain Devahive Tolosa spent a decade at legendary elBulli learning the ropes. And a few minutes further on, Kishoku’s (kishoku.com) skillful sushi chefs know how to turn
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raw catch into high art: a sashimi platter of kawahagi filefish, tuna, and grilled (or aburi) mackerel is sensational.
GOLDEN FLOWER
But it’s not all international fine dining. Wan Chai’s connection with the sea may linger in a few names, but its connection with the past is much more tangible. A five-minute saunter from The Pawn (thepawn.com.hk) – a restaurant in a verandahed shophouse that in part dates from 1888 and was once home to pawnbrokers – the higgledy old tenements that huddle TRAVEL TIP: around the ‘Blue House’ Keep it rugged, yet stylish, on Stone Nullah Lane in your travels with these have a flavour of limited edition pieces made of Hong Kong from natural full grain American cowhide the mid-20th leather from the Tumi 1975 Capsule century. Municipal Collection. Each of the Carry-On, engineers painted Slim Brief, Rucksack Backpack and the building’s iconic Square Duffel bears its individual blue exterior when embossed number. tumi.com the city government took ownership in the 1960s. Apparently, it was the only masonry paint colour available on that particular day! At the end of the lane, there’s a fine Lingnanstyle temple devoted to Pak Tai, another God of the Sea. Exquisite pottery figures on its
roof depict traditional Cantonese opera characters. For a view of the (much higher) rooftops of 21st-century Wan Chai, head to Wooloomooloo Steakhouse (wooloomooloo.com/hk) perched atop Hennessy Tower. Its open-air lounge-bar offers exhilarating panoramas of the skyscraperbristled cityscape. And if it’s too breezy, they grill some good steak in the glasswalled restaurant on the 31st floor below. But to the water we must head at some stage – and the ideal spot is the clumsily-named ‘Expo Promenade’ (by the Convention and Exhibition Centre), either at night when the harbour is encircled by the twinkly crown of the vast city, or before breakfast for the 8am-sharp flag-raising ceremony next to the glitzy Forever Blooming Bauhinia sculpture, a gift from Beijing to mark Hong Kong’s 1997 return to Chinese rule. Many locals come to the promenade for early morning tai chi or power-walking. From here, a short stroll reaches the Star Ferry that links Wan Chai with the vintage piers at Tsim Sha Tsui. It’s one of the world’s great – and at about eight minutes, short – boat rides. Because of reclamation, it’s much shorter today than when the service started in 1888. Take a look back: what a majestic sight – Wan Chai, framed by all of Hong Kong, a city that rises from the waves and stands on the shoulders of giants.
Tomato tartar, one of Catalunya’s specialities
Turning raw catch into high art at Kishoku’s sushi bar
Wah Lam, famous for its delicious beef brisket noodles
More tips for travellers: QUALITY FOR UNDER USD40 RESTAURANTS 1. Crystal Jade for Shanghainese favourites. (crystaljade.com) 2. Beef & Liberty for good burgers. (beef-liberty.com) 3. Chili Club for authentic Thai cooking. 1/F, 88 Lockhart Road.
ART AND CULTURE LOVERS 1. Asia Society for seasonal exhibitions and a stunning rooftop garden. (asiasociety.org/hong-kong)
2. Wanchai Livelihood Museum for insight into Wan Chai life over the decades. (cds.sev227.001at.com/etour/about.html)
3. Hong Kong Arts Centre for a spot of creative expression. (hkac.org.hk)
SHOPPING STREETS 1. Tai Yuen St, Spring Garden Lane and Gresson Street for buzzing street markets selling everything from toys to trainers.
2. Queen’s Road East for contemporary furniture and traditional Chinese rattan and blackwood.
3. Lockhart Road for floors, doors and every conceivable bathroom fitting.
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KL’s Top Temptations
Ten of the capital city’s restaurants tease and tantalise into Going Places’ best list Text Sean Yoong Photos Bernie Lim
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n a city where countless eateries compete ferociously for the esteem of food lovers, claiming to offer the most remarkable rice recipes, the most succulent steaks or the most desirable desserts, it takes true skill and style to stand out amid the culinary clamour. Here are 10 restaurants that do KL proud, commanding the confidence, charisma and creativity required to become playgrounds for the palate.
ASHLEY’S
This family-run restaurant strives to spearhead a ‘real food’ revolution; health consultant patriarch Philip Yiin and his three children – chef Ashley, Phoebe and Stirling – flaunt a flair for wholesome fare that caters to everyone from meat lovers to committed vegans. Behind the scenes, the Yiins mindfully transport wild-caught prawns and pearl snappers from Borneo, instead of antibiotic-reliant farmed seafood, to prepare intriguing pastas and stews. They also steer clear of health-food clichés, serving complex concoctions like a red yeast bun baked with three raw cheeses and
Tujo thrives on inventive satay, pizzas and more
The Yiin siblings take pride in Ashley's delicacies
Cava's paella brims with succulent seafood
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adorned with almonds, cranberries, flax crackers and balsamic reduction. You can even indulge in organic wine and minimalguilt desserts, such as nutritious cakes with fruits and nuts garnished with dairy-free caramel made from dates. 11, Jalan Telawi 3, Bangsar. Tel: +6017-325 3663. facebook.com/ashleysbangsar
CAVA
Ashley's cheesebaked bun is surprisingly wholesome
Tao's chef creates a special warm sponge cake
La Vie En Rose's foie gras and pear on toast, croque madame with mushrooms and artisanal breads
JP Teres' chicken rice is a local highlight
Satay grills seize the spotlight at JP Teres
The oldest establishment on this list has been whipping up Spanish cuisine in a laidback residential neighbourhood since 2006; its longevity is etched on its nostalgia-tinged walls, which showcase black-and-white framed photographs of Cava’s staff and customers over the years. The restaurant’s paprika-dusted octopus on potatoes and saffron-scented paella with prawns, mussels, calamari and clams convincingly convey a taste of the Mediterranean, partnering with eight varieties of refreshingly icy sangria, imaginatively invigorated with diverse fruit juices to counter KL’s heat and humidity. 71, Jalan Bangkung, Bukit Bandaraya, Bangsar. Tel: +603-2093-6637. cava.my
BISTRO À TABLE
Stowed on a sleepy suburban street, a 30-minute drive from KL’s commercial nerve centre, this exquisite eatery exhibits the revelatory cooking of Isadora Chai, a biochemist and biotechnologist-turnedchef who thrives on upending expectations with what she brands ‘adaptive French cuisine’. The menu evolves each month, but
Chai’s indelible inventions in recent years have comprised everything from macarons laced with Alba white truffles and Avruga caviar to an enigmatic bowl of offal dubbed ‘Hold Your Tongue’, unveiled as duck tongue, veal sweetbread and chicken unmentionables in Cognac velouté. An exuberant way to experience Bistro à Table is through its monthly degustation dinners, rolled out with eccentric themes like ‘
Alice In Wonderland’ and ‘Around The World in Eight Dishes’. 6 Jalan 17/54, Section 17, Petaling Jaya. Tel: +603-7931-2831. bistroatable.com
DC RESTAURANT BY DARREN CHIN
The newest restaurant recommended here ranks among KL’s most ambitious. Its chef-founder, Darren Chin, opened this eponymous outlet in October 2014, making an immediate splash with progressive European fare rooted in Chin’s French training that displays a deep respect for the Malaysian terroir, like lamb tartare with coriander oil, sago crisps with smoked haddock and lime-honey hollandaise, or buckwheat rolls with cured mackerel and grilled persimmon. Chin is the consummate chef, changing his prix fixe menu every week while relying on pure, natural ingredients at their seasonal peak to share what he calls ‘the joy of cooking’ with his blissfully contented guests. 44 Persiaran Zaaba, Taman Tun Dr Ismail. Tel: +603-7731-0502. restaurant-dc.com
TUJO
A five-minute stroll from the Petronas Twin Towers, Tujo is a springboard for
exploring KL’s gastronomic gems. In this spacious venue bedecked with Modo globe-light chandeliers, customers navigate through continent-leaping cuisine while enjoying the leafy view outside through a full-height glass frontage. Chicken satay is served with striking verve, with meaty skewers juxtaposed vertically on a sliced pineapple, coated in salsa and shrimp paste. Malaysia’s national dish of coconut milk rice with side dishes makes its mark too, but on a pizza instead of a plate – chilli paste, peanuts and anchovies are showered on a squid-ink crust to evoke the flavour and fragrance of nasi lemak, without a single grain of rice. No. 9, Jalan Pinang. Tel: +603-2161 7789. tujo.my
TAO
Don’t be intimidated by the terracotta warrior that guards the entrance of Tao. Inside, this Chinese restaurant is a sanctuary of serene sophistication, with a lavish centrepiece of ceiling lights that conjure an under-the-stars impression, bearing down on walls with a pink peach blossom motif (‘Tao’ is Mandarin for peach) and shelves with ornate teapots assembled from across Asia. Executive
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DC Restaurant focuses on Malaysian produce
Tujo's bright and breezy interior
Hanare flies its seafood from Tokyo's Tsukiji market
chef Wong Lian You works miracles with masterpieces like Peking Duck with black truffles, oven-baked cod fillet with pomelo and plum sauce, and warm sponge cake with green tea ice cream and chocolate sauce, which illustrate how Chinese cooking can be winningly complemented by contemporary elements. If you’re visiting in a group, reserve one of the ravishing private rooms decorated in the fashion of the Han, Song, Tang and other Chinese dynasties. InterContinental Kuala Lumpur, 165 Jalan Ampang. Tel: +603-2782-6128. intercontinental-kl.com.my
JP TERES
If you’re hunting for a convenient compilation of beloved Malaysian delicacies, expertly executed under one roof, the Grand Hyatt Kuala Lumpur’s street-level restaurant is a reliable bet, with open kitchens that bustle with satay grills, wok stations and tandoor ovens. Head here hungry and revel in rendang daging (braised beef with lemongrass, galangal and turmeric), prawn mee soup (yellow noodles with prawns and bean sprouts in a briny broth) and roti canai (crispy, flaky flatbread), as well as the restaurant’s pride: a princely platter of nasi ayam, or gingertinged rice with a choice of perfectly poached or roasted chicken and vibrantly nuanced sauces.
Grand Hyatt Kuala Lumpur, 12 Jalan Pinang. Tel: +603-2182-1234. kualalumpur.grand.hyatt.com
LA VIE EN ROSE
DC Restaurant's chef-owner crafts ambitious dishes
Roost's recipes rely on the 'farm-tofork' principle
This 1950s-era bungalow on a verdant hill slope has been transformed into KL’s most compellingly romantic French restaurant, where strains of Edith Piaf ’s signature song can sometimes be heard wafting across the candelabra-lit setting. Founder Jean-Michel Fraisse promises “honest French food from the heart and hearth”. In the evening, dine on duck leg confit, goat’s cheese salad and sautéed snails on an alfresco terrace overlooking timeworn shop-houses contrasted against sparkling skyscrapers. Or come on Sunday for brunch and bid au revoir to your diet by partnering some Champagne with foie gras and pear on toast, croque madame with mushrooms, and artisanal bread with luscious fruit jams. 39, Jalan Raja Chulan. Tel: +603-2078-3883. lavieenrose.com.my
HANARE
KL’s most cheerful chef might well be Masami Moritomo, whose million-watt smile lights up Hanare’s sushi bar as he plies his craft with deceptive effortlessness. Elegantly woodsy tones cultivate a welcoming warmth at Hanare, which specialises in seafood hand-picked by the restaurant’s staff in Tokyo’s Tsukiji fish market and flown into KL twice weekly. Masami and his compatriot Akira Yonomoto team up to bedazzle even the most sashimijaded customer; whether you’re sampling wildcaught whelk, Hokkaido oysters or seasonal spiny lobsters, the ocean’s bounty shines here. For patrons scouting for value for money, Hanare’s weekend brunch buffets deservedly draw legions of fans, making reservations essential. Ground Floor, The Intermark, Jalan Tun Razak. Tel: +603-2164-2133
ROOST
Danish chef Albert Frantzen propels Roost with a 'farm-to-fork' philosophy that ensures much of his produce is locally sourced. Roost’s name suggests that fowl forms the menu’s foundation; sure enough, the smash hit is house-cured duck breast, sliced into sumptuously savoury slivers reminiscent of prosciutto. There are other highlights too: Frogs are freshly slaughtered in the morning and served in the afternoon, their legs deepfried to a crunchy juiciness and coupled with tamarind jam. Also try the delicate but decadent panna cotta, harnessing the synergy of Malaysian-produced Jersey milk, coconut and passion fruit. 69-1, Jalan Telawi 3, Bangsar. Tel: +603-2201-1710. facebook.com/roostkl
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A Taste of Europe Travel to Europe to sample unique gastronomic delights and experiences
Text Andrew Marshall Photo Andrew Marshall, Paul Marshall, Kate Moseley, Karin Rikkonen & The Oldest Sweet Shop In England Italy
SNUFFLING FOR TRUFFLES
One of Italy's great seasonal food events is the autumn white truffle season. This is when the landscape around the historic towns of Alba and Asti in Piedmont comes alive with truffle hunters and their keen-nosed hounds searching for the prized Tuber Magnatum Pico – one of the world’s most expensive food items, costing around USD3,500 per kilogramme. The range of truffle-related activities includes the Fiera del Tartufo Bianco d’Alba (Alba Truffle Fair), truffle hunting excursions, and restaurant visits to experience the unique taste of the white truffle shaved raw over scrambled eggs or a simple pasta dish.
Portugal
SEAFOOD HEAVEN
North of Lisbon, the charming seaside town of Peniche is renowned for its excellent seafood restaurants, especially Estela, a homely family-run place that has won numerous gastronomy awards. Historical black-and-white photos of fisherman adorn the walls, and near the entrance is a freezer crammed full of fish, so fresh they still appear to twitch on their bed of ice. Discerning diners travel from far and wide to be served dishes of mussels, octopus, whelk, sardines and clams with garlic accompanied by fine local wines.
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Germany
DINE WITH A DIFFERENCE
For a unique dining experience in Berlin, reserve a table at the unsicht-Bar (unsicht-bar.de). Blind waiters lead you through the pitch-black dining room to your table and explain the placing of utensils using a clock analogy, (for example the spoons are located at 12 o’clock), so that you can eat in the dark. The theory behind the concept is that by voluntarily abandoning your vision, you will be able to experience what wonderful work your other senses are capable of. Sweden
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HISTORIC DINING
Den Gyldene Freden (gyldenefreden.se), or ‘The Golden Peace’, situated in the heart of Stockholm's old town, is one of Sweden's most historic restaurants and has been open continuously since 1722. Consisting of three cellar dining rooms on three different levels, each with its own ambience, the building is owned by the Swedish Academy, and members have dinner here every Thursday night. The environment is matched by the food, where a selection of imaginative modern dishes is blended with traditional Swedish cooking, including such classics as husets sill (assorted herring of the house) and viltkötbular med gräddsås och lingon (meatballs of game with cream sauce and lingonberries).
Northern Ireland
TAKE A WHISKEY TOUR
Amid the green fields on Northern Ireland’s County Antrim coast near the world famous Giant’s Causeway, where the winds blow and the water is clean and pure, is a small town that is home to Old Bushmills (bushmills.com), the oldest licensed whiskey distillery in the world. Take a tour to learn more about the whiskey-making process – one that takes malted barley, grinds it up into a mash with water and then distils it before putting it in casks to mature. The tour finishes with the best bit – a taste test in the distillery bar.
Scotland
THE SMOKIE TRAIL
The seaside town of Arbroath on the Angus coast is home to one of Scotland's most famous regional delicacies – the Arbroath Smokie. The traditional method of making this, still in use today, involves curing freshly caught haddock in salt, and then hanging it in pairs in a special barrel containing a hardwood fire to smoke for up to an hour. Take a stroll through the huddled cottages of the 'Fit o' the Toon' district to visit traditional producers, buy a Smokie or two, and enjoy their unique savoury flavour down by the harbour.
France
CHAMPAGNE TASTING
Located some 100 kilometres north-east of Paris is the historical province of Champagne-Ardenne, best known for its production of the world's most famous sparkling wine. Here you can explore the Route Touristique du Champagne – 600 kilometres of signposted roads that meander through the principal wine-growing areas and main champagne centres of Épernay and Reims, home to famous champagne houses such as Moët & Chandon and Mercier, many of which offer informative tours and tastings. Six kilometres from Épernay is the picturesque village of Hautvillers, where Dom Pérignon, cellar master at the Benedictine Abbey, contributed to the development of champagne centuries ago. In the wooded hills around Verzy is Le Perching Bar (perchingbar. eu) – the world's first champagne bar in the trees.
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ENJOYING A PINT
The Palace Bar (thepalacebardublin. com) is the perfect example of a traditional Dublin pub. Step into the beautiful snug with its mirrors and wooden niches of Victorian mahogany in which many a historic meeting has taken place, or the back room with its high ceiling and ornate stained glass where literary stock used to gather. Writers Flann O’Brien and Patrick Kavanagh were once regulars, and the Palace Bar became one of Dublin’s great literary pubs. Other classic pubs for a pint include O'Neill's (oneillsbar. com), Long Hall, Temple Bar, and John Mulligan (mulligans.ie).
England
CHEESE, GLORIOUS CHEESE
If you're a cheese aficionado and find yourself in the north of England, don't miss the Courtyard Dairy (thecourtyarddairy.co.uk) in Settle, run by Andy Swinscoe, Cheesemonger of the Year at the World Cheese Awards 2013. His mantra is to select and sell the best cheese available locally and in other parts of the UK and France, and by doing so, champion independent farmhouse cheesemakers. The cheese is given Andy's magical touch of special ageing and maturing (affinage), learnt first-hand from working for some of the most famous cheesemongers of France and England.
Spain
TAPAS CRAWLING
It’s a Tuesday evening in Mallorca's capital, Palma, and joining the locals on a tapas crawl by going from bar to bar is an excellent way to get into the island’s eating and drinking groove. Tapas can be anything from a simple bowl of olives or tortilla española (potato omelette on bread) to more sophisticated offerings such as angulas (baby eels on toast). Some of the bars on Palma's tapas crawl include Jamón & Jamón (specialising in aged hams), Tapas Club, Bar Boya, La Gran Taberna, and Bar Cerveceria, but just keep an eye out for where the action is.
England
SUGAR & SPICE
The picturesque village of Pateley Bridge in the Yorkshire Dales is home to a unique shop – the Oldest Sweet Shop in England (oldestsweetshop.co.uk) and now the world, having appeared in the Guinness World Records book. Inside, the shelves are packed with row upon row of glass jars bursting with over 200 kinds of brightly coloured confectionery, and on the wooden counter top are the traditional Avery scales used to measure the sweets into paper bags.
Belgium
GORGING ON CHOCOLATES
The Mayans may have invented it, but one country that is synonymous with chocolate is Belgium. Many connoisseurs consider the nation’s speciality – bonbons or pralines – to be the world’s best. Anyone strolling around the heart of Brussels or the medieval city of Bruges can’t fail to notice the magical interaction between their romantic histories, the scattering of numerous chocolate stores and the pure artisanal character of the old and new generation of chocolatiers. Top chocolate shop picks include Pierre Marcolini (marcolini.be), Wittamer (wittamer.com) and Mary Chocolatier (mary.be) in Brussels, and the Chocolate Line (thechocolateline.be) and Chocolaterie Sukerbuyc (sukerbuyc.be) in Bruges.
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In Her
Kitchen Photographer pays homage to all the grandmothers of the world and to their wish to cook only the best dishes for their loved ones Text and Photos Gabriele Galimberti/INSTITUTE
Grace Estibero, 82 years old, lives in Mumbai, India but was born and grew up in Goa, in between the sea and the jungle. She is of Portuguese origin, and as a result, her cooking has the same influence. Some years ago, for the first time in her life, she left India with her younger son to visit Lisbon. “It was a long journey, I didn’t like sitting on a plane for so long. But I was lucky and more than happy to see the city where my parents had been born. I had always thought it as similar to Goa, but, in fact, it wasn’t”.
Ayten Okgu, 76 years ago, was born in Izmir, one of the most beautiful Turkish cities on the Mediterranean coast and spent the early years of her life there. She has two daughters and four grandchildren, two of whom are 18 years old. “Unfortunately, I can’t see my older grandchildren so often. They live in the opposite part of the city and it takes me almost two hours to get there to visit them. They never come to this part of the city, since all the forms of entertainment are to the north of the Bosphorus, in the European side.”
Fernanda De Guia is 71 years old and has spent all her life in Manila, the Philippines. She has three sons and five grandchildren. All her sons live in her neighbourhood with their families. “I really love the fact that my sons and my grandchildren are nearby, I never have a moment of rest. They are always here: lunch, dinner, tea time. We could say I’m a full time cook, but without salary,” she says.
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Laura Ronzòn Herrera, 81 years old, lives in Veracruz, Mexico. Her kitchen is filled with jars of spices in every corner, clean dishes (and dirty ones, too) are piled up on the sink. There are vegetables everywhere but when she starts to cook, the smell takes control of your senses. The aroma of frying vegetables mixed with spices and the sweet smell of banana tree leaves taken off the boiling water are enough to make your mouth water. Laura is not so concerned about appearances. Substance is what is important. And, indeed, her dishes are delicious, even if they aren’t beautiful!
When I arrived in Timimoun, Algeria, I asked my host if he could introduce me to someone who might be willing to take part in my project. “It isn’t a problem”, Kader said, “I know a grandma who makes a great couscous, I’ll call her and ask her to prepare it for tomorrow”. The next day, Legbaa Fanana opened the door and invited us in. She offered us tea and as we were talking, she asked: ”Are my clothes OK for the photo?” I gaped as I answered: “No, I’m sorry, you might have misunderstood. I must take a photo of your mum. I need a grandma for my project.” She laughed and said: “Well, in this house I’m the grandmother. I am 42, my daughter is 21 and my grandson is 2!”
Thilaga Vadhi is 55 years old and lives in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. On the wall in her kitchen, three photos of her parents and relatives in their traditional Indian costumes keep Thilaga company when she cooks for her husband and two children. “My men work almost all day long. Lunch and dinnertime are the only moments we can spend together and I am happy when I see them leaving the table satisfied for what they have eaten. That’s the reason why I love cooking for them.” Here, Thilaga prepared Malaysia’s national dish of rice cooked in coconut milk accompanied by fried peanuts, anchovies, spicy sambal and a hard-boiled egg.
Susann Soresen is 81 and she has spent all her life in Alaska. On the sweatshirt she is wearing, there is a picture of her with her two daughters and her son. “I became a grandmother more than twenty years ago. Now I have six grandchildren”, she tells me. When I asked her to cook something typical from her country, she asked me to choose between moose and salmon. I chose the moose. “My son and my grandson chased this animal but here, 90 percent of the time you don’t need to go hunting to get moose meat. It often happens that we run over one, since streets are full of them, especially at night! Hard luck, they smash your car, anyway!”
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Kathy O’Donovan lives in Whitehorse, Canada. “My son chased this bison,” Kathy says, while showing me a dish with a dozen pieces of dark meat. “We butchered it a few days ago. You are lucky, it hasn’t been frozen,” says the 64-year-old grandmother of seven. “My daughters and son and their partners work and they often leave the children here, with me, sometimes at night, too. If I listened to the kids I would cook fried things all the time, but their parents want me to cook healthily for them.
Julia Enaigua, 71 years old, lives alone in La Paz, Bolivia. She was born in a little village on the shores of the Titicaca Lake. Julia sells vegetables in one of the many markets in the city. She gets her vegetables from local farmers in the countryside. Her husband died a few years ago and her children and five grandchildren live in another house. They visit every weekend when she can cook for them. Here, she has cooked queso humacha or vegetables and fresh cheese soup.
Normita Sambu Arap is 65 years old and lives in Oltepessi in the Maasai Mara Reserve in Kenya. Normita lives in a hut made of mud and straws and her kitchen is a small cooking area on the floor with four stones and a metal grill placed on top. Every morning, she lights a fire and keeps it on all day long. The ninth wife of the village chief, she is the oldest woman in the village. Her daily chores are cooking, collecting water from the river and gathering wood for the fire. She has 19 grown-up children and more than 40 grandchildren. They all live in the same village. Here, she has cooked mboga and orgali or white corn polenta with vegetables and goat meat.
Ana Lucia Souza Pascoal was born in Rio de Janeiro 53 years ago. Originally from Bahia, she started attending samba school in her neighbourhood when she was still very young and at 15, she was crowned queen of her dance group for the carnival parade. She stopped dancing a few years later and started to play the percussion. She is now the madrina de la bateria or the queen of the drums, and plays the leading role in her percussion band. Ana Lucia works in a textile factory, and on Wednesdays, she cooks her special fejoada (stew of beans with beef or pork) for her two children and four grandchildren.
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Fifi Makhmer, 62 years old, was born in the desert, four hours to the south of Cairo in a village along the river Nile. That’s where she spent the first 20 years of her life until she got married and moved to the city. She now lives with her husband and two of her three children in a small house in the Eastern outskirts of the capital city. Her eldest son got married two years ago and made her a grandmother. She has always been a housewife and cooked for the whole family. Her children say she is the best cook. Here, she has prepared kuoshry or a pie of pasta, rice and legumes.
Bisrat Melake was born 60 years ago in Dessie, a town in the north of Ethiopia. She lived there and attended the small school in her village until she was twenty. She moved to Addis Ababa to go to university but she never obtained a degree because she got married. Bisrat has four sons but only one grandchild. She hopes to have more grandchildren soon! For my meal, she has cooked enjera (sourdough flatbread with a slightly spongy texture) with curry and vegetables.
This is my grandma Marisa Batini! When I was young, I used to spend a lot of time with her. So did my sister and our cousins. We would play in the yard all day long with a ball, our bikes or skateboards. We used to run around the house but she never lost sight of us. She was born and raised in the Tuscan countryside 80 years ago and she has always been a housewife. She has never been a great champion at cooking but her Swiss chard ravioli with meat sauce is hard to beat!
About the photographer For his In Her Kitchen project, Italian photographer Gabriele Galimberti persuaded grandmothers he met during his travels around the world to cook him their favourite dish. The result was a cook book of detailed recipes that mixes love, photography, and travel and illustrates the international language of food and family. Galimberti started out as a commercial photographer and was named one of Italy’s 10 upcoming photographers in 2001. gabrielegalimberti.com
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Fusion Faves This month, we push boundaries with contemporary takes on Malaysian flavours and ingredients Text Tan Lee Kuen Photo SooPhye
SATE FOIE GRAS AT CANTALOUPE
Director and Executive Chef Christian Bauer gets inventive at upscale restaurant Cantaloupe, part of the stunning Troika Sky Dining restaurants. As adapt at mixing up recipes as he is at adhering to tried and tested ones, Bauer ups the ante on the traditional Malaysian sate, or grilled skewered meats, by swapping meat with the utterly luxurious foie gras. The idea, says the star of the Cooking for the Crown show, was to have a familiar taste presented with an unusual, completely non-Asian ingredient. “This is a dish that never fails to surprise, but also to please,” says Bauer. The foie gras is beautifully grilled, and the painstakingly prepared garlic peanut sauce is the perfect foil for it.
MUSANG KING PIE AT THE HUMBLE PIE
HOT STONE NASI LEMAK AT LIVING FOOD
Living Food advocates healthful eating, preparing fresh and organic meals that are cooked at low temperatures to preserve enzymes and nutrients often lost in excessive heat. In this case, healthful is done with panache with the Hot Stone Nasi Lemak. Conceived as a fusion between the Malaysian nasi lemak and the Korean dolsot bibimbap (dolsot meaning stone pot), this wholesome dish features aromatic Bario Highland Rice, spiralised vegetables, tomato sambal (a sauce typically made from a variety of chilli peppers blended with secondary ingredients such as shrimp paste, garlic, ginger, shallot, scallion, lime juice, and others) and poached egg cradled in a hot stone bowl. A choice of sambal tofu, sambal seafood or spiced beef stew comes with the dish.
It may be called humble, but modest this sweet pie is not. This seasonal pie is a little wonderland of premium Musang King durian on a buttery shell of crushed biscuits layered with homemade caramel, and finished with a hearty dose of whipped cream with coffee sprinkles on top. The combination may sound unusual, but it works, especially if you are a durian lover. Baker and owner Eugene Ng worked the recipe to high standards in his home kitchen before unleashing it to the public. The delectable pies, which include banana and strawberry fillings, are now available at this smart little café in Petaling Jaya.
TRUFFLE ROAST DUCK AT WAY MODERN CHINOIS
SEAFOOD MAGGI GORENG AT WONDERMAMA
PANDAN CREPE WITH CARAMELISED BANANA, PALM SUGAR AND COCONUT SORBET AT SOLEIL
Maggi goreng, a dish of stir-fried instant noodles, is a staple at any mamak restaurant. Usual fillers to go with the noodles are bean sprouts, cabbage, onion and egg. At Wondermama, the dish is flipped on its head and reworked from the noodles up – routine for a restaurant that has carved a reputation for taking on Malaysian classics and reimagining them in new ways. The recipe took weeks to perfect, starting from the sauce right to the consistency of the noodles. Finishing it off is a mélange of Japanese scallops, squid and prawn.
Food gets the luxe treatment at this elegant restaurant specialising in contemporary Chinese food. Way, which means ‘the one and only’ in Mandarin, is also the name of the firstborn of the proprietors, Dian Lee and Jared Lim. Globetrotters and foodies, they set very high standards for their menu, which includes this utterly delectable truffle-infused double roasted duck. The rich, earthy perfume of the truffles is a keen match for the hearty gaminess of the poultry, which boasts tender meat and wafer-thin crispy skin. A house special, it has to be ordered in advance.
Chef Evert Onderbeke had kuih ketayap in mind when he created this dessert. Ketayap, which also goes by the name kuih dadar, is a special Nyonya and Malay dessert and is a pandan-scented (screwpine leaf) crepe roll stuffed with grated coconut soaked in palm sugar (gula Melaka). Onderbeke runs with this idea to create a pandan crepe parcel that opens to reveal a gorgeous concoction of caramelised banana steeped in gula Melaka, all of which is eaten with housemade coconut sorbet.
DIRECTORY CANTALOUPE The Troika, Jalan Binjai, KL troikaskydining.com/ cantaloupe
THE HUMBLE PIE 11 Jalan 17/45, Section 17, PJ facebook.com/ thehumblepiecokl
WONDERMAMA G6, Ground Floor, Bangsar Village, 1, Bangsar Baru, KL wondermama.co/ about-us
LIVING FOOD Menara Tan & Tan, 207, Jalan Tun Razak, KL livingfoodmy.com
WAY MODERN CHINOIS G-1, Work @ Clearwater, Changkat Semantan, Bukit Damansara, KL way.com.my
SOLEIL 22A Jalan 17/54, Seksyen 17, PJ soleil.my
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Good Morning,
Sunshine!
Kick-start the day with a late morning meal. With sleep in our eyes, we hunt for brunch in the city
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runch is doing very well for itself in the Klang Valley, as well it should. In an 1895 article in Hunter’s Weekly, Guy Beringer wrote, “Brunch is cheerful, sociable and inciting”. Not quite breakfast or lunch, but an enjoyable hybrid of the two, this late morning meal is ideal for greeting the day or meeting up for an extended tête-à-tête with your best mates. The origins of this meal are hazy but it has been traced, in part, back to 1800s England, where it was served in a buffet style at hunt breakfasts. By the 1930s, the new mealtime had reached American shores, where it gained increasing popularity as a Sunday event. The concept has spread all over the world. These days, there is no shortage of places to do brunch on any day of the week. As the current social event, no café in town is complete without a brunch
selection. Whether you’re an early bird or a late riser, there is a fry-up out there with your name on it. Selection is varied, recipes inventive. There are pancakes, waffles, muesli, and a variety of cooked or baked goods. Bread is often housemade, the coffee excellent. Egg, the staple brunch ingredient, is done in all ways – scrambled, poached, baked, hard-boiled and mashed – to go with anything the chef fancies. With such a lot to pick from, the question now is: what kind of bruncher are you?
ARTISAN ROAST
Artisan Roast already does a great cup of coffee, but food to go with the cuppa used to be limited to sweets and cakes. So the recent addition of breakfast and brunch items is very much welcomed by its loyal clientele, who flock to this cosy spot in Taman Tun Dr Ismail at all times of the day. Early risers go for Artisan Roast’s different types of fluffy pancakes, such as the giant pancake topped with cheese, turkey ham and sunny side-up, or the
Paninis, smoothies and sandwiches are on the brunch menu at Pickle & Fig
New breakfast items at Artisan Roast are very much welcomed by its regulars
Pikelets with butter, almond flakes and honey are a hit at Artisan Roast
No café in town is complete without a brunch selection. Whether you're an early bird or a late riser, there is a fry-up out there with your name on it
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honey-drenched pikelets with butter and almond flakes. For those who are inclined to a bit of a lie-in, the brunch menu starts at 11am, and includes a nutrientpacked quinoa salad with honey balsamic vinaigrette to kick-start the day. With well-sized portions, the food here is good value. The breakfast/brunch menu ends at 3pm. 4 Lorong Rahim Kajai 14, Taman Tun Dr Ismail, Kuala Lumpur. Tel: +603-77336397 artisanroast.com.my
THE RED BEANBAG
This Melbourne-inspired café does a brisk business with its all-day breakfast fare. Mixed in with their other offerings, the brunch food has all the classics like an English fry-up and pancake stacks, but it is the signature dishes such as gooey cheese-topped eggs baked with lamb, chicken and beef that stands out. “Having the freedom to have a bit of fun and not take things too seriously is one of the perks of creating a menu,” says co-founder, Lee Yew Kheong. For bestseller Bella and the Jets, he and his partners had Elton John in mind as they combined Portobello mushrooms with chorizo, balsamic and poached egg for a showy treat. And don’t forget to have coffee with your brunch, prepared by the country’s reigning barista champion.
Part of the breakfast fare at The Red Beanbag
Anthony of The Red Beanbag serves up coffee with a smile
LA/PA's dishes are often classics with a twist
LA/PA's Duck Eggs in Purgatory is highly recommended
The Red Beanbag's brunch menu has all the classics like an English fry-up and pancake stacks
The signature Mochatella at Underground Société
A4-1-08 Solaris Dutamas, Jalan Dutamas 1, Kuala Lumpur. Tel: +603-62115116 facebook.com/theredbeanbag
LA/PA
Buoyed by the success of Quar/tet, the boys behind the popular café have spread their wings to open a second eatery in Bangsar. Cut from a different cloth, La/Pa – a play on the word lapar, which means hungry in Malay – has a chic set-up that echoes the clean lines of Scandinavian design, guaranteed to be an Instagram hit. The in-house music selection is impeccable, and soon, the handsome eatery will host a rotating collection of works from a nearby art gallery. La/Pa’s food is often twists on classics. The menu is tweaked every few months but some staples are here to stay. Highly recommended brunch items are the Duck Eggs in Purgatory, a hearty meal of baked double eggs in a spinach and garlic cream sauce, and the pancakes with healthy orange and quinoa compote topping. All food is prepared in-house, including the bread and pasta. Due to demand from an all-day-breakfast hungry crowd, brunch is now available from 8am to 4pm.
15 Jalan Telawi 3, Bangsar Baru, Kuala Lumpur. Tel: +603-22014365
UNDERGROUND SOCIÉTÉ
Garage 51 has established a firm foothold in this university neighbourhood with its take on classic breakfast food in a welllit, high-ceilinged outlet. The Choong brothers who are behind this, and Coffee Société in Solaris Dutamas, were inspired
to widen their food experiments with Underground Société. The restaurant, sporting a handsome marquetry wall design, has a sleek, club-like feel, brought on by the moody lighting and house music that starts well in the morning until closing time at 2am. The brunch menu, too, is inspired with classy offerings such as eggs Benedict with a side of slipper lobster and grilled Atlantic salmon with German spaetzel, asparagus, quail egg and Hollandaise sauce. If you’re in the mood to share, try the platter of
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avocadoes with an assortment of toppings.
The atmosphere is laid back at Pickle & Fig
One of the offerings at Underground Société
LA/PA has a chic interior that echoes the clean lines of Scandinavian design
68 Jalan PJS 11/7, Bandar Sunway, Petaling Jaya. Tel: +603-56133851 undergroundsociete.com
PICKLE & FIG
For a filling yet healthy brunch, check out Pickle & Fig, where paninis, sandwiches and smoothies are the mainstays. Forget about your childhood egg-and-sardine sandwiches. This laid-back café stuffs its bread with a variety of wholesome ingredients such as rotkraut with pastrami, hoisin chicken with grilled zucchini and salami with basil pesto. Vegans can opt for the Portobello mushroom and hummus panini. As for the cold gourmet sandwiches, you’ll find favourites such as Coronation Chicken, made of chicken breast, caramelised onions, raisins and alfalfa sprout on ciabatta, on the blackboard menu. Wash it down with one of the luscious smoothies. The Avocado Dates Smoothie gets our vote. 26 Jalan Tun Mohd Fuad 2, Taman Tun Dr Ismail, Kuala Lumpur. Tel: +603-28589960 facebook.com/pickleandfig
SPECIAL FEATURE
Bio Name Cheryl Yeoh Nationality Malaysian Company Malaysian Global Innovation & Creativity Centre (MaGIC) Position CEO Years Overseas 12
Inspiring Entrepreneurs
Helping local startups realise global dreams
As a startup entreprenur who was willing to relocate from New York to San Francisco to take her company further, Cheryl Yeoh’s efforts paid off when her company was acquired by Walmart Labs. Now she is back in Malaysia to help other entrepreneurs take off and thrive.
team processed my application quite efficiently. The tax exemption on cars and personal effects brought back to Malaysia plus the income tax benefits are quite attractive.
What were your reasons for coming back to Malaysia and accepting the job as CEO of MaGIC?
There is a real culmination of talent, passion from the community and desire to create successful global ventures, coupled with government support and the influx of private funds. I was inspired to further support that by spurring innovation within white spaces where so many markets are still in its infancy in Southeast Asia.
I had studied and worked in the US for the past 12 years, and when my startup was acquired by Walmart Labs, I was ready to take up a new challenge. I often thought of contributing back to Malaysia, and wanted to take action rather than just talk about it. When I was approached by the Ministry of Finance and the Prime Minister’s Office for the position, it was the perfect opportunity to use my experience in Silicon Valley to help develop the startup ecosystem. How did TalentCorp help with your return?
It was not easy deciding to unroot my life in the US. TalentCorp’s Returning Expert Programme (REP) was instrumental in facilitating my return and the TalentCorp
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What are your thoughts on the startup scene in Malaysia?
How do you parlay your experience in the US towards helping out companies in Malaysia?
I started my company in New York, where the startup scene blossomed within 2-3 short years and learned first-hand how a successful ecosystem is built. At MaGIC, we hope to enhance the startup ecosystem via inspiration through success stories, education in technical skills, exposure to different markets and acceleration of growth. Much of my success is attributed 5:29 PM
to the mentorship and being surrounded by like-minded and talented individuals, so we are building a community that will be able to sustain itself over the long run. How do you see MaGIC growing?
In 2015, our focus is ASEAN and tapping into the 600 million population that our entrepreneurs should be targeting. The programs rolled out will leverage the resources, shared expertise and experiences between startups from Malaysia and the ASEAN region. We will be launching our flagship program, the MaGIC Accelerator Program (MAP), providing a platform for Malaysians to build regional relationships and global companies. MAP will be a catalyst to creating a critical mass of regional startups, positioning Malaysia as the startup hub in the region.
Employers recruiting Malaysian professionals from abroad can take advantage of the fast-track REP application. Get in touch with us at rep@talentcorp.com.my
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SECAWAN KOPI HAINAN Keenakan sajian di Sin Hoy How menjadi bukti kredibiliti masakan dan sejarah masyarakat Hainan di Kuala Lumpur Teks Alexandra Wong Foto SooPhye Terjemahan Yeo Li Shian
Kopi Sin Hoy How kukuh bertahan selama lapan dekad After nearly eight decades, Sin Hoy How's coffee brew is still highly sought after
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agi kebanyakan orang, Sin Hoy How yang terletak di kawasan deretan rumah kedai pra-perang di Jalan HS Lee itu mungkin hanya sebuah kedai kopi biasa. Namun, nama yang terus bergema di hati beberapa dozen para pengusaha kedai kopi sebenarnya cukup sinonim dengan salah satu jenama kopi tempatan terkemuka. Sejak Perang Dunia Kedua, sebahagian besar kopitiam di sekitar Lembah Klang telah menggunakan produk serbuk kopi keluaran perusahaan tersebut yang berusia hampir lapan dekad. Hari ini, perusahaan keluarga ini diterajui oleh keluarga Lee yang merupakan generasi kedua penghijrah Hainan. CH Lee, anak kepada Lee Kah Kit, pengasas Sin Hoy How, kini mengetuai unit pengeluaran kopi manakala adik-beradiknya, Lilian dan Mei pula mengemudi tugasan di dapur bersama anak saudaranya, Lily Fong. Sin Hoy How yang bererti ‘pelabuhan baharu’ bertitik tolak selepas ketibaan Kah Kit dari Pulau Hainan pada usia 12
tahun. Setelah menimba pengalaman dari sejumlah kedai kopi, dia mula menguasai teknik merendang dan membru kopi sebelum membuka kedai kopi di sebuah rumah kedai. Di rumah kedai ini anak-anak Lee membesar dan sering membantu di kedai selepas waktu sekolah. Menurut CH yang kini berusia 62 tahun: “Dahulu, ramai watak-watak menarik yang saya jumpa semasa menghantar kopi di sekitar kawasan. Mereka suka letak mentega dalam kopi. Lebih lemak dan enak, kata mereka. Nampaknya trend popular tersebut kini kembali semula.” Apabila perniagaannya beransur baik, Lee telah membeli sebuah van untuk memudahkan pengagihan produknya ke kedai kopi lain sebelum membuka kilangnya sendiri. Pakar rendang biji kopi (roastmaster) akan melihat, mendengar dan merasa untuk menentukan sama ada biji kopi yang direndang telah mencapai aroma serta rasa yang dikehendaki. Proses ini melibatkan pelbagai faktor seperti asal usul, kadar kelembapan serta jenis biji kopi yang digunakan.
Kopi Sin Hoy How adalah nama yang cukup dikenali oleh pemilikpemilik kedai kopi di Kuala Lumpur Sin Hoy How is a well-known name amongst the city's coffee shops
Sin Hoy How telah menjadi pembekal serbuk kopi sejak Perang Dunia Kedua lagi Sin Hoy How has been supplying coffee powder since World War II
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Pembuatan kaya menggunakan cara tradisional Kaya spread being made the traditional way
Nisbah kopi kepada gula amat penting untuk rasa yang sempurna The right coffee to sugar ratio is crucial for the perfect taste
Kedai Kopi Sin Hoy How kini bertentangan lokasi asalnya Sin Hoy How's current location faces the original shop lot
CH Lee, 62, merupakan generasi kedua mengusahakan kedai kopi ini CH Lee, 62, is the second generation proprietor of the coffee shop
Asal usul dan jenis biji kopi serta faktor kelembapan mempengaruhi rasa yang terhasil Origins and type of coffee beans as well as moisture affect the taste produced
Ya, ia amat rumit dan memenatkan. Kini, Lee yang semakin berusia dengan berat hatinya telah mendapatkan khidmat professional dari luar untuk menjalankan proses merendang biji kopi mengikut spesifikasinya. “Dunia perniagaan kopi hari ini amat sengit. Tidak seperti dahulu, hanya dimonopoli oleh sejumlah peniaga. Formulanya paling penting; iaitu nisbah kopi dan gula. Warna kopi akan lebih gelap juga ‘kaw’ disebabkan oleh gula hangus. Lebih banyak gula, lebih kaw. Lebih banyak kopi, aroma pun jadi lebih kuat,” tambahnya. Sehingga 1997, menu sajian di Sin Hoy How hanya terdiri daripada sarapan pagi popular masyarakat Hainan. Antaranya termasuk kopi, telur celur dan roti kahwin yang berintikan kaya serta mentega. Ringkas dan enak. Namun menu ini berubah setelah mereka berpindah ke lokasi terkini yang bertentangan dengan kedai asal. Berikutan pemansuhan Akta Kawalan Sewa pada tahun 2000, menu baru terpaksa diperkenalkan untuk mengatasi kenaikan kos sewa. Situasi tersebut telah mengalihkan tumpuan mereka kepada resipi masakan Hainan tradisional keluarganya. Mereka merupakan sebahagian daripada generasi penghijrah yang terakhir dari China pada awal abad ke-20. Apabila kebanyakan peluang pekerjaan telah
diambil alih oleh penghijrah Hokkien dan Hakka, masyarakat Hainan pula mengasah kemahiran mereka di dapurdapur golongan ekspatriat British sebagai tukang masak. Pengalaman memasak stik, telur separuh masak dan roti ternyata berguna apabila mereka membuka kedai kopi sendiri nanti. Tugas memasak biasanya dikendalikan oleh seisi keluarga. Lantaran menerima permintaan tinggi bagi sajian segera daripada pelanggan utamanya, Sin Hoy How kini giat menawarkan sajian klasik Hainan berkonsepkan ‘one-plate dish’ seperti kari ayam untuk dinikmati bersama roti bakar atau nasi. Setiba di kedainya, saya melihat kelibat sekumpulan wanita yang sibuk menyediakan kaya untuk bekalan hari esok. Proses yang mengambil masa 12 jam itu perlu diawasi dan dikacau dengan kerap agar hasilnya tidak berbintil-bintil. Setia dengan kaedah masakan lama itu dan membawa ciri-ciri keberanian masyarakat Hainan, Lilian berkata: “Kami masak semua masakan ini dengan sepenuh hati. Jadi, kalau ada pelanggan yang minta sambal lebih, kami akan mengingatkan mereka untuk menghabiskan kesemuanya!” Cafe Sin Hoy How No 7 Jalan Tun HS Lee, 50000 Kuala Lumpur
At Sin Hoy How, the flavours and fragrances convey decades of history and the culinary prowess of the Hainanese who set up shop-and thrived-in Kuala Lumpur Located along the antebellum quarter of Jalan Tun H.S. Lee, populated by long, narrow shop-houses, Sin Hoy How could easily be mistaken for another generic coffee-shop by casual passers-by. But to dozens of kopitiam operators in Kuala Lumpur, the name is synonymous with one of the city’s most venerable coffee
brand. A family affair currently run by second-generation owners of Hainanese descent, the nearly eight-decade-old institution has been supplying its in-house coffee powder
to kopitiams in Klang Valley since the Second World War. Today, CH Lee manages the coffee manufacturing arm, while his sisters Lilian and Mei, with the help of niece Lily Fong, keep the kitchen humming. The story of Sin Hoy How – which means 'new port' – began with the arrival of founder Lee Kah Kit from Hainan Island as a plucky 12-year-old who moved around different kopitiams learning the ropes. It was not long before he mastered the skills of roasting and brewing
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Pelbagai jenis bungkusan serbuk kopi Sin Hoi How yang diedarkan ke kedai kopi lain di Kuala Lumpur Coffee powder in different packagings to be distributed to other kopitiams around Kuala Lumpur
Kopi ais salah satu minuman popular di Sin Hoi How Iced coffee is one of the most popular drinks at Sin Hoi How
coffee and opened his own shop-lot. Growing up, the Lee children lived upstairs of the shop-house and often helped out after school. His son CH, now 62, shares, “I used to deliver coffee to some colourful characters in the neighbourhood. They liked to mix a stick of butter into their coffee. Made it more creamy, they said. Nice to see the trend is popular again.” As business improved, Lee bought a van to distribute coffee to other kopitiams in the neighbourhood, eventually setting up his own roasting factory. Roastmasters use sound, sight and smell to determine when the beans have achieved the right aroma and flavour, a process that involves variables such as origin, moisture content and type of coffee bean. If that sounds complex and labour-intensive, it is. With age catching up, Lee recently – and reluctantly outsourced the roasting to a local specialist that does it based on his specifications. “The coffee business is very competitive these days, not like the old days when only a handful of manufacturers monopolised the business. Most important is the formula – ratio of coffee to sugar. The caramelised sugar gives the coffee the dark colour as well as the kaw (strong) taste. The higher the sugar content, the more kaw. The higher the coffee content, the stronger the aroma.” Until 1997, Sin Hoy How served only coffee, coddled eggs and roti kahwin – the standard Hainanese brekkie of kaya (a custard-jam made of coconut milk and eggs) and butter sandwiched between charcoal fire-toasted bread that’s light yet hearty. All that
changed when they moved into their current lot across the old shop. The current food menu was a necessary addition to cover rising rental costs following the repeal of the Rent Control Act in 2000. Naturally, the Lees turned to their traditional Hainanese family recipes. Among the last generation of Chinese immigrants to British Malaya in the early 20th century, when the Cantonese, Hokkien and Hakkas already had a lock on most employment opportunities, the Hainanese ended up as cooks for British expatriates, honing their skills in creating steaks, soft-boiled eggs, chicken chops and bread – valuable experiences they put to good use when they eventually set up their own coffee-shops. Because the cooking is done entirely by family members and the majority of their patrons are office workers who want fast meals, Sin Hoy How concentrates on one-plate dishes that incorporate other Hainanese classics like curry chicken. The Hainanese-style curry goes exceptionally well with toast and rice because of the decadent creaminess from the generous amount of santan (coconut milk). When I arrive, the ladies are making kaya for the next day, a laborious 12-hour process of monitoring and stirring to achieve a smooth consistency. Demonstrating the military commitment to time-honoured cooking methods, and the feistiness associated with true-blue Hainanese, Lilian insists, “so much heart and soul goes into our food. When customers ask for extra sambal (chilli dip), we tell them, make sure you eat it all!"
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Getting Started See which aircraft you’re on by checking the safety card in your seatback. Then find out which entertainment system you have.
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Let battle commence The dramatic conclusion of the Hobbit movie trilogy, The Hobbit: The Battle Of The Five Armies doesn’t disappoint. Here’s our guide to who’s involved… Dwarves
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The dwarves initially side with Bilbo on a mission to reclaim their mountain home from Smaug, the evil dragon who has driven them out. They must also reach an uneasy truce with the elves, as the orcs and other fearsome forces threaten them both. At the centre of their conflict with the elves lies the Arkenstone, a family heirloom coveted by the king’s grandson Thorin, the dwarves’ leader, in order to unite the dwarves after they lost their home.
Another of three factions on the side of titular Hobbit Bilbo Baggins, the elves have previously clashed with Bilbo, his wizard ally Gandalf and the dwarves. The threat of the orcs and the elves’ troubled history with the dwarves has caused splits within the Elven faction. They have also becomes targets for Smaug the dragon’s vengeance after a raid to destroy him by the dwarves and Bilbo does not go as planned. Together, they must fight, Smaug, the orcs and others.
A city near the Lonely Mountain populated by men, the Dale has been destroyed and rebuilt since Smaug’s reign of terror. Caught in the crossfire because of their home’s location near Smaug’s lair, the Men Of Dale side with their allies the dwarves and prepare for another battle. Like all the factions in The Hobbit, the Men Of Dale have a complicated, intriguing history. No allegiance is set in stone as they attempt to live in peace once and for all.
Also known as goblins, the orcs are ruthless raiders and scavengers who have a long history of combat with the dwarves. The chain of events set off by Bilbo, the dwarves and their allies in The Hobbit: The Battle Of The Five Armies leads to them building an army to seek their share of the riches guarded by Smaug inside Lonely Mountain. They are also seeking to avenge the death of the Great Goblin after a previous battle with the group.
Allied with the orcs, wargs are predatory wolf-like creatures that hunt in packs and are ridden by orcs into battle. Bilbo’s travelling party previously clashed with them when it became apparent the wargs were trying to hunt them down. Said to be possessed by evil spirits and in possession of their own language, wargs form part of a sophisticated threat. Along with the orcs, their final assault must be stopped through careful planning and co-operation between the dwarves, elves and others.
he Hobbit: T The Battle Of The Five Armies is playing on board this month. See page 87 for details
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Man of the moment Inside the soaring success of Birdman, a superhero movie with a difference The winner of this year’s Academy Award for Best Picture (along with three further Oscars), Birdman is the story of a washed-up Hollywood actor trying to revive his career on Broadway. Michael Keaton stars as Riggan Thomson, who is haunted by his most famous role: the superhero Birdman. The parallel with Keaton’s career is plain to see: the first big screen Batman in the late 80s/early 90s, Keaton memorably walked away from the franchise. But while his two Batman movies remain his biggest hits, he went on to pursue other projects. Riggan, however, was not so lucky. ‘The levels of this film have levels!’ Keaton enthuses. ‘This movie made me remember
“this is what I want to do”. I want to make a statement. It makes fun of everybody but it respects everybody.’ In addition to its clever casting, Birdman also embraces unusual techniques behind the camera. Co-writer and director Alejandro González Iñárritu worked hard with his cast and crew to ensure there are practically no distinguishable edits in the whole movie. ‘It was intense, scary but enjoyable,’ he says of the process. ‘It’s kind of a magic trick. My hope was to put the audience in the shoes of the character and not be able to get out!’
Birdman is showing on board this month. See page 87 for details
Back from the brink Growing Pains In comedy-drama Laggies, Keira Knightley plays Megan, a woman in her late twenties who drifts into the lives of a divorced father and his teenage daughter. ‘I’m much better known for the taut, British, neurotic kind of thing – darker characters,’ says Knightley. ‘Working in England on all these stylised period pieces, you don’t get to deviate from the script, so I was excited to work in a totally different way.’ Knightley says Megan’s story is a familiar one. ‘You don’t often see quarter-life crisis stories with female characters,’ she explains. ‘It’s always been interesting to me that there weren’t more stories like this, so I really connected to it.’
Laggies is playing on board this month. See page 88 for details
• Taken 3 is the latest installment in the hugely successful franchise starring Liam Neeson as former CIA operative Bryan Mills. The trilogy has grossed more than $880 million to date. • ‘I was sure it was just a straight-tovideo, good little European thriller,’ says Neeson of what attracted him to the surprise hit series. ‘It was very flattering, and I felt like a kid in a toy shop!’ • Neeson’s character Bryan Mills has become a cult with his own page on professional networking site LinkedIn. It features his job history and a repurposing of Mills’ famous ‘I have a particular set of skills…’ speech!
Taken 3 is playing on board this month. See page 88 for details
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Timeless quality In Forever Ioan Gruffudd stars as medical examiner Henry Morgan. When he’s not helping the New York Police Department solve murders, Henry pours his time into unravelling a more unusual mystery – his own immortality. ‘We’re seeing a trend now with television, where the writing is magnificent,’ says Gruffudd of what makes him the latest movie star to switch to the small screen. ‘This concept would never exist as a movie, unless it had a Marvel or DC superhero attached to it.’
Gruffudd’s previous roles also helped him prepare. ‘Because it has a flashback element, I thought I could lend my skills and experience, having worked period costumes over the years,’ he says. ‘They were looking for somebody who could bring an element of the outsider to it. Being a British actor on an American network has that element – I’m honoured that they chose me!’
Forever is playing on board this month. See page 99 for details
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Frankie A hardworking mother of three, Frankie is pulled between the worlds of work, marriage and parenting. Her motto of ‘You do for family’ gets the show’s narrator into all sorts of scrapes. Patricia Heaton had experience of playing a beleaguered on-screen mum before she took the part, previously appearing in Everybody Loves Raymond for nine years.
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Family Matters A portrait of not-so-ordinary everyday life, The Middle returns for its sixth season. Meet the Hecks…
Mike Frankie’s husband is a straight talking, blue-collar guy. Kind and unflappable, Mike doesn’t shy away from telling it like it is, often to the dismay of his wife and his children. Another sitcom veteran, actor Neil Flynn previously played The Janitor in long-running hospital comedy Scrubs.
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Axl The Hecks’ eldest son, Axl is more interested in walking around in his underwear than school. ‘We’re kind of human cartoon characters in a way,’ says Charlie McDermott, who plays him. ‘You can definitely jump in anywhere in any season to start watching The Middle and not feel like you’re missing anything.’
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Sue The middle child and only girl in a family of three kids, Sue is determined to make her mark despite the fact that comic mishaps seem to follow her around. ‘I get paid to fall on my butt, squeal, and steal unicorn onesies from Sue’s wardrobe,’ says actress Eden Sher.
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Brick Quirky, acutely intelligent and oddly naive, Brick must grapple with being the youngest of the Heck brood. ‘He loves to read and whisper to himself,’ says Atticus Shaffer, who plays him. ‘He marches to the beat of his own drum.’
The Middle is playing on board this month. See page 98 for details
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ell us about your T performance at the recent AJL29s. It was a wonderful experience for Caliph Buskers! It was such an honour to be on the same prestigious stage with many other talented and famous Malaysian singers. It’s like a dream come true, but it’s just that we didn’t dream that dream yet! So, we’ll definitely cherish and remember this for the rest of our lives. ow did you go from H playing on the streets, as buskers, to such a big audience and venue? It all started when Syahzmeen [Caliph Busker’s manager] uploaded a video of us busking to Romancinta. Mojo saw the video on YouTube and they invited us to play alongside them for AJL. Mojo wanted to bring something different for their performance. At first we thought it was a prank, however we thank God that everything turned out great. ow have your lives H changed since? Our lives have changed A LOT! People want to congratulate us and have photos taken with us. This is definitely new to us all. When we finally get to do busking like how we normally did before, the crowds are definitely bigger and we truly appreciate each and every one who supported us. ow did you all meet? H We all met at the Malaysian Association for the Blind in Brickfields, Kuala Lumpur. s visually impaired A musicians, do you feel any responsibility in being role models for people with disabilities? We never expect to be a role model to anyone, it was never our intention. However, we hope our example opens the eyes of society –especially the people with disabilities –that we
• Meghan Trainor’s debut album, Title, grew out of a publishing deal she got as a songwriter when she was 18. • Its biggest hit to date, All About That Bass, was originally offered to Beyoncé and Adele, among others. ‘There weren’t any singers at the time [who fit the song]. Adele was the only one, but she wasn’t rapping and singing sassy songs,’ Trainor explains.
STREET PARTY Caliph Buskers recently supported Mojo at the Anugerah Juara Lagu awards. We caught up with them for a chat... can do what a ‘normal’ person can do, and to never see having disabilities as an obstacle to enjoying life and doing what you want to do. ow did you H become musicians? It was never our ambitions to become musicians. We believe things just happen for a reason. Although we can’t see like others, we are blessed with good hearing. We learned music by ourselves. We listen to the sound, and we try to imitate as if it would sound the same. We also seek advice from the professionals to improve our skills.
o you hang out socially? D Not very often, since most of us already have families. But when we do get the chance to meet up, we make use of it by jamming together. hat’s the rest of the W year got planned for Caliph Buskers? Thanks to God, everything has been great so far. Currently, we are preparing ourselves for a new single, made by Edry A. Halim and produced by KRU Music, that is coming out this month. We only hope that everything will run smoothly as planned, if God wills it.
Romancinta (Akustik) is playing on board this month. See page 109 for details
• Still only 21, Meghan wrote her first song when she was eleven. ‘It was for my aunt and uncle,’ she says. ‘I wrote new lyrics to Heart And Soul on the piano and played it for them at a party!’
Title is playing on board this month. See page 105 for details
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We’re pleased to offer a range of movies from Hollywood’s latest to all-time classics
Horrible Bosses 2 Jason Bateman, Charlie Day, Jason Sudeikis r - 108 mins - comedy, crime E, F, G, I, C+
NEW Birdman Michael Keaton, Zach Galifianakis, Edward Norton r - 119 mins - comedy, drama E, G, I, K, C+
A washed-up actor tries to regain the fame and success he once had by writing, directing and starring in a Broadway play. But as opening night approaches he has to contend with a temperamental method actor, the various women in his life and his own tenuous grasp on reality.
NEW The Hobbit: The Battle Of The Five Armies Ian McKellen, Martin Freeman, Richard Armitage pg13 - 144 mins - adventure, Fantasy e, F, ES, K, A+
With Smaug forced out of the Lonely Mountain, five armies descend on the fortress to claim their part of the gold –but Thorin will do anything to keep his treasure.
After starting their own company, Nick, Dale and Kurt find themselves being manipulated and abused by a duplicitous investor. After the success of their first scheme, the three friends decide that a well-executed kidnapping is the solution to all of their problems. Contains scenes or language that may be disturbing or offensive. Viewer discretion is advised.
Interstellar
The Judge
Matthew McConaughey, Anne Hathaway, Jessica Chastain
Robert Downey Jr., Robert Duvall, Vera Farmiga
pg13 - 169 mins - adventure, sci-fi e
With the crops on Earth dying, Cooper, an ex-NASA pilot who now runs a farm with his family, leads a team of explorers on a desperate final mission. Travelling through a wormhole, they search for a new planet that will give humankind a future. Contains scenes or language that may be disturbing or offensive. Viewer discretion is advised.
R - 141 mins - Drama E, G, I, K, A+
Successful Chicago lawyer Hank Palmer is forced to return home following the death of his mother. When his father, the county judge, is accused of murder, he must take on his most personal case yet, revealing the Palmer family’s long-kept secrets.
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Wild Reese Witherspoon, Laura Dern, Gaby Hoffmann R - 115 mins - BIOGRAPHY, DRAMA e, g
NEW Laggies
NEW Night At The Museum: Secret Of The Tomb
Keira Knightley, Chloe Grace Moretz, Sam Rockwell r - 99 mins - comedy, romance
Ben Stiller, Robin Williams, Owen Wilson
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pg - 98 mins - Adventure, Comedy, Family
Twenty-something Megan freaks out when her boyfriend proposes, completely unprepared to make such an adult decision. Looking to escape, she befriends 16-year-old Annika and goes to stay at the teen’s house with her cynical single dad. Can the trio make sense of acting your age and growing up?
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The tablet is running out of magic, threatening the end for all the exhibits that come to life each night at the Museum of Natural History. Desperate for answers, Larry travels to London to try and find a way to save his friends.
This biographical drama tells the true story of Cheryl Strayed, who chooses hiking to help her recover from her divorce, her mother’s death and her drug addiction. Walking alone for 1,000 miles, Cheryl’s journey is one of redemption and self-discovery.
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NEW Love, Rosie
NEW Taken 3
General audience. Suitable for all ages.
Lily Collins, Sam Claflin, Tamsin Egerton
Liam Neeson, Maggie Grace, Forest Whitaker
r - 102 mins - comedy, romance
pg13 - 109 mins - action, thriller
P arental guidance suggested. Some material may not be suitable for children.
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Best friends since they were five years old, Rosie and Alex have missed multiple opportunities to see if they are meant to be together. Yet somehow time and distance never break their bond, leaving them to question whether you only get one shot at true love.
Former government agent Bryan Mills goes on the run when he discovers the body of his ex-wife and police suspect he is the killer. Using his special skill set, Bryan looks to protect his daughter, evade the manhunt and find the person responsible for Lenore’s death.
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arental guidance P strongly recommended. Some material may be inappropriate for children under 13.
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MOVIES hollywood favourites
Anna Karenina
Blended
Casino Royale
Keira Knightley, Jude Law, Aaron Taylor-Johnson
Adam Sandler, Drew Barrymore, Wendi McLendon-Covey
Daniel Craig, Eva Green, Judi Dench
R - 129 mins - Drama, Romance E
12 Years A Slave Chiwetel Ejiofor, Michael Fassbender, Michael Kenneth Williams R - 134 mins - Biography, Drama, History E, F, G, ES, C+
Anna Karenina, an aristocrat in late 19th-century Imperial Russia, finds herself involved in a tragic love affair.
Solomon Northrup, a free African-American man living in New York, was abducted and sold into slavery in 1841. This true story, based on Northrup’s own memoir, recounts one man’s long fight for his freedom in the face of cruelty, greed and racism.
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American Hustle
Chadwick Boseman, T.R. Knight, Harrison Ford
Christian Bale, Amy Adams, Bradley Cooper
PG13 - 128 mins - Biography, Drama, Sports
R - 138 mins - Crime, Drama
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This true story recounts the life of Jackie Robinson, who became the first AfricanAmerican Major League Baseball player in 1947. Signing with the Brooklyn Dodgers, Robinson became not only an incredibly gifted player, but a trailblazer in a culture of racial prejudice and segregation.
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Irving and Sydney, two successful con artists, are recruited by an unorthodox FBI agent to organise an elaborate sting operation, aiming to expose a number of corrupt politicians.
Bend It Like Beckham Parminder Nagra, Keira Knightley, Jonathan Rhys Meyers PG13 - 133 mins - Drama, Romance e, f, g
In London, a girl goes against her Indian parents’ wishes and joins the local women’s football team. She and a fellow player become friends, but external forces could yet tear them apart.
pg13 - 117 mins - Comedy, Romance E, I, J, ES, A+
After a disastrous first date and a bizarre series of mixups, Lauren and Jim end up taking the same vacation in Africa with their families. Though at first things are awkward, Lauren and Jim see the benefits to their respective children, and the relationship begins to blossom.
PG13 - 144 mins - Action, Adventure, Thriller E, F, G, I
In his first mission as 007, Secret Service agent James Bond must locate and defeat a weapons dealer during a high-stakes game of poker at Casino Royale.
Blood Diamond
Colombiana
Leonardo DiCaprio, Djimon Hounsou, Jennifer Connelly
Zoe Saldana, Callum Blue, Michael Vartan
R - 143 mins - Adventure, Drama, thriller E, I, K, ES, C+
A diamond smuggler and a native Sierra Leone man race to locate a rare blood diamond, each for their own motives. Contains scenes or language that may be disturbing or offensive. Viewer discretion is advised.
r - 108 mins - Action, Crime, Drama e, F
After seeing the murder of her parents while growing up in Colombia, Cataleya becomes an assassin. Working with her uncle, she never forgets her goal of murdering the mobster behind her parents’ deaths.
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The Dark Knight Rises Christian Bale, Tom Hardy, Anne Hathaway PG13 - 165 mins - Action, Adventure E, F, I, J, E+
The Conjuring Patrick Wilson, Vera Farmiga, Ron Livingston R - 112 mins - Horror E, F, I, ES, C+
Carolyn and Roger move their family to a dilapidated farmhouse. Soon after, inexplicable and horrifying events start occurring.
Gotham City is facing destruction, meaning the Dark Knight must return from exile after eight years. Contains scenes or language that may be disturbing or offensive. Viewer discretion is advised.
Definitely, Maybe
Gangster Squad
Ryan Reynolds, Rachel Weisz, Abigail Breslin
Ryan Gosling, Emma Stone, Sean Penn
PG13 - 112 mins - Comedy, Drama, Romance E
As a Manhattan father goes through a divorce, his 10-year-old daughter decides she wants to know everything about how her parents met and fell in love.
r - 113 mins - Action, Crime, Drama e, f, g, j , A+
Loosely based on true events. In 1950s LA, a team of detectives is put together to stop gangster Mickey Cohen. They’re given powers beyond the law to wage war on one of the most violent men in US history.
Contains scenes or language that may be disturbing or offensive. Viewer discretion is advised.
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Dallas Buyers Club
Dead Poets Society
The Descendants
A Good Year
Matthew McConaughey, Jennifer Garner, Jared Leto
Robin Williams, Ethan Hawke, Josh Charles
r - 117 mins - Biography, Drama
PG - 128 mins - Drama
George Clooney, Shailene Woodley, Amara Miller
Russell Crowe, Marion Cotillard, Albert Finney
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Ron, a hard-living electrician, is forced to confront his own prejudices when he is diagnosed with AIDS. Struggling with the stigma that was attached to the illness during the 1980s, Ron decides to help those in need by illegally supplying medication at great personal risk.
On the first day of class, a group of boys’ lives are turned upside down by a new English teacher who inspires them to seize the day and to make their lives extraordinary.
e, F, G, J, A+
When his wife is seriously injured in an accident, a land baron must try to reconnect with his daughters and come to terms with his wife’s affair.
e, f, g, j, C+
A high-powered British investment banker inherits his uncle’s French estate. Despite his fond memories of the place, he decides to sell it. But when he travels there to make the sale, he finds himself falling for a local woman.
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The Grand Budapest Hotel Ralph Fiennes, F. Murray Abraham, Mathieu Amalric R - 100 mins - Adventure, Comedy, Drama e
Happy Feet
Horrible Bosses
Elijah Wood, Hugh Jackman, Brittany Murphy
Jason Bateman, Charlie Day, Jason Sudeikis
g - 108 mins - Animation, Comedy, Family
r - 98 mins - Comedy, Crime
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Gustave H, the famous concierge at one of Europe’s finest hotels, inherits a priceless painting and is promptly framed for murder. Together with Zero, an apprentice lobby boy, Gustave sets off on a whimsical adventure to prove his innocence.
Mumble, a young emperor penguin, is quite obviously different to the rest of his family. While all the penguins sing their unique ‘heartsong’ to find a mate, Mumble can only tap dance! Mumble leaves his own group and sets off on a wild adventure to find his feet.
The Great Gatsby
Her
Leonardo DiCaprio, Carey Mulligan, Joel Edgerton
Joaquin Phoenix, Amy Adams, Scarlett Johansson
pg13 - 143 mins - Drama, Romance E, F, G, I, E+
Based on the famous novel by F. Scott Fitzgerald, this movie tells the story of one man’s fascination with his aloof, extravagant neighbour, Jay Gatsby. Nick Carraway suspects that behind his palatial mansion and lavish parties, the mysterious Gatsby is hiding a sinister past.
r - 126 mins - Drama, Romance, Sci-fi e
In the near-future, artificial intelligence is central to day-to-day life and blurring the line between human and machine. Theodore, a writer working in Los Angeles, is divorcing his wife. Things are quiet and lonely until he begins to develop feelings for Samantha, his new AI operating system.
E, F, J, ES, C+
After they’re all treated terribly at work, three friends conspire to murder their respective bosses: an inappropriate dentist, a miserly CEO and a drug-addled lunatic. The bumbling trio hire a ‘murder consultant’ and set out to commit the perfect crime.
I Am Legend Will Smith, Alice Braga, Charlie Tahan R - 101 mins - Drama, Sci-Fi, Thriller e, F, G, K, C+
Years after a plague has killed most of the world’s population and transformed the rest into mindless monsters, New York’s sole survivor bravely navigates the city with his dog, never giving up hope of finding a cure.
How To Marry A Millionaire
Ice Age: Continental Drift
Marilyn Monroe, Betty Grable, Lauren Bacall
Ray Romano, Dennis Leary, John Leguizamo
PG - 95 mins - Comedy, Romance, Drama
G - 88 mins - Animation, Adventure, Comedy
e
e, f, g, j
Tired of dating poor men and having no money, three women set up in an exclusive apartment to find eligible millionaires to marry, but find true love in the process.
Manny, Diego and Sid embark on another adventure in the wilderness as their continent is set adrift. They use an iceberg as a ship and encounter new creatures and pirates.
In Time Justin Timberlake, Amanda Seyfried, Cillian Murphy PG13 - 109 mins - Action, Sci-Fi, Thriller e, i, g, j, a+
In a world where time is currency, the rich never run out of it and the poor never have enough. One man, having been accused of murder, finds himself on the run with a hostage.
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MOVIES hollywood favourites
Juno
The Lego Movie
Ellen Page, Michael Cera, Jennifer Garner
Will Arnett, Alison Brie, Elizabeth Banks
PG - 96 mins - comedy, romance, Drama
PG - 100 mins - Animation, Adventure, Comedy
e, f, g, I
E, J, K, ES, E+
When a high-school student falls pregnant, she decides to keep the baby. While her life begins to change as her pregnancy develops, she searches for suitable adoptive parents.
An ordinary Lego figure is mistakenly identified as a prophesised hero and finds himself propelled on an incredible journey with a group of ‘master builders’ to stop an evil tyrant.
The Iron Lady
The Lake House
Life Of Pi
The Lucky One
Meryl Streep, Jim Broadbent, Richard E. Grant
Keanu Reeves, Sandra Bullock, Christopher Plummer
Invictus Morgan Freeman, Matt Damon, Tony Kgoroge PG13 - 134 mins - Biography, Drama, History e, G, I, J, C+
Set in post-apartheid South Africa, this film follows Nelson Mandela’s efforts to unite a divided country using the national rugby team, hoping it can win the Rugby World Cup.
Languages
PG13 - 105 mins - biography, Drama, history E english e+ english subtitles A Arabic A+ Arabic subtitles C+ chinese subtitles ca cantonese es spanish F french g german h hindi i italian in indonesian J japanese K korean M mandarin MA maLAYALAM ML malay T Tamil ta tagalog
e, f, g, k
Margaret Thatcher looks back on her life and the moments that made her Britain’s first female prime minister. Through the highs and lows, her husband was by her side, but how will she manage without him?
PG - 99 mins - Drama, Romance, Fantasy E, F, J, ES, C+
An extraordinary relationship develops between a lonely doctor and the former resident of her lakeside home. And they soon realise a greater mystery surrounds their romance.
The Lord Of The Rings: The Return Of The King Elijah Wood, Ian McKellen, Viggo Mortensen PG13 - 201 mins - Adventure, Fantasy e, f, g, k, C+
Gandalf and Aragorn lead the world of men to war against Sauron to distract him and allow Frodo and Sam a chance to destroy the One Ring.
Suraj Sharma, Irrfan Khan, Adil Hussain
Zac Efron, Taylor Schilling, Blythe Danner
PG - 127 mins - adventure, drama
pg13 - 101 mins - Drama, Romance
E, F, I, J, A+
E, F, G, J, C+
An Indian family who own a zoo are emigrating to America when, midvoyage, their ship sinks, leaving their young son cast away with only a deadly Bengal tiger for company.
Logan, a US Marine, finds a photo of a young woman while serving in Iraq. He carries the photo around with him as his lucky charm. When he returns home, Logan decides to find the woman from the photograph and tell her how much she meant to him.
april 2015
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MOVIES
Mr. Popper’s Penguins Jim Carrey, Carla Gugino, Angela Lansbury pg - 94 mins - Comedy, Family, Fantasy e
Tom Popper, a successful businessman living in New York, unexpectedly inherits six penguins from his father. Though initially he plans to dispose of them, Tom’s children convince him to keep the penguins, and he learns a valuable lesson as his life changes around him.
My Sister’s Keeper
Never Let Me Go Keira Knightley, Carey Mulligan, Andrew Garfield PG13 - 103 mins - Drama, Romance, Sci-fi
Ben Stiller, Owen Wilson, Amy Adams
E, g, F, J, C+
pg - 105 mins - Action, Adventure, Comedy
Ruth, Kathy and Tommy spend their childhood at a seemingly idyllic English boarding school. As they grow into young adults, they find that they have to come to terms with the love they feel for each other while preparing themselves for the haunting reality that awaits them.
E, G, I, A+
Night At The Museum
Cameron Diaz, Alec Baldwin PG13 - 109 mins - Drama e, i, g, k, C+
Based on Jodi Picoult’s bestselling book, this is the story of a girl genetically engineered to save her older sister’s life. However, she decides to sue her family for the right to her own body.
Night At The Museum 2: Battle Of The Smithsonian
Ben Stiller, Carla Gugino, Ricky Gervais pg - 108 mins - Action, Adventure, Comedy E, I, G, A+
Larry, a security guard, makes an incredible discovery while on night duty at the Museum of Natural History - every night, an ancient Egyptian artefact brings the museum’s exhibits to life! With the help of famous historical figures, Larry fights to keep this miracle alive.
The Perfect Storm
A security guard discovers that his friends Jebediah and Octavius - museum exhibits that are brought to life by an ancient curse – are being sent to the Smithsonian Institution. With the help of extinct animals and historical figures, he sets off on a mission to save his friends.
Oblivion Tom Cruise, Morgan Freeman, Andrea Riseborough PG13 - 134 mins - Action, Adventure, Mystery E
Years after the Earth was attacked and virtually destroyed by aliens, a veteran assigned to extract Earth’s remaining resources discovers a shocking secret.
George Clooney, Mark Wahlberg, Diane Lane PG13 - 130 mins - Action, Adventure, Drama e, F, G, J, C+
A group of fishermen go out to sea as usual, looking for a catch. But they get caught in a freak weather phenomenon that places them in the middle of the perfect storm.
Playing For Keeps
Rio 2
Gerard Butler, Jessica Biel, Dennis Quaid
Jesse Eisenberg, Anne Hathaway, Jemaine Clement
PG13 - 105 mins - Comedy, Romance, Sport
G - 101 mins - Animation, Adventure, Comedy
e
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An ex-football player can only find work coaching his son’s team. When he’s offered work at ESPN, he must choose between the job of a lifetime or being with his son again.
Blu, Jewel and their kids leave Rio de Janeiro and go back to their roots in the wilds of the Amazon. Soon, Nigel is in hot pursuit seeking revenge, while Blu must deal with meeting his father-in-law.
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MOVIES hollywood favourites
The Sound Of Music Julie Andrews, Christopher Plummer, Eleanor Parker g - 174 mins - biography, family, drama
Rush Chris Hemsworth, Daniel BrÜhl, Olivia Wilde r - 123 mins - Action, Biography, Drama e, I, G, C+
The true life story of the merciless Formula 1 rivalry between aloof Austrian master Niki Lauda and dapper English playboy James Hunt, their wins, their losses and their loves.
Salmon Fishing In The Yemen
Sherlock Holmes: A Game Of Shadows
Ewan McGregor, Emily Blunt, Kristin Scott Thomas
Robert Downey Jr., Jude Law, Jared Harris
PG13 - 107 mins - Comedy, Drama, Romance
pg13 - 129 mins - Action, Adventure, Crime
e, G, A+
e, I, J, C+
A fisheries expert is asked to help a sheikh fulfil his dream of fly-fishing in the Yemen when the Prime Minister needs a goodwill story in the Middle East.
Infamous detective Sherlock Holmes comes up against his fiercest adversary yet: Professor Moriarty. Enlisting the help of his ever-faithful sidekick Dr Watson, as well as his eccentric brother, Mycroft Holmes, together they combine their cunning and intellect to defeat their nemesis for good.
Trouble With The Curve Clint Eastwood, Amy Adams, John Goodman PG13 - 111 mins - Drama, Sport
e
e, F, G, J, A+
A woman leaves an Austrian convent to become a governess to the children of a naval officer widower and soon brings much-needed joy into all of their lives.
An ageing baseball scout is told he should retire and doctors tell him his eyesight is failing. Determined to prove himself, he asks for one more scouting job. His estranged daughter goes with him for the road trip, during which they attempt to close the distance between them.
This Means War
Unknown
Reese Witherspoon, Chris Pine, Tom Hardy
Liam Neeson, Diane Kruger, January Jones
PG13 - 103 mins - Action, Comedy, Romance
PG13 - 113 mins - Action, Mystery, Thriller
e, F, G, J, A+
e, F, G, K, C+
Two top CIA operatives inadvertently start dating the same woman. Using all of their skills against one another, the two wage an epic battle in an attempt to take out the competition and get the girl. But which man does she want?
A man awakens from a coma in a foreign city and discovers someone has taken his identity, but no one believes him. His only hope is a plucky young taxi driver and the memories he’s not sure he can trust.
Wrath Of The Titans Sam Worthington, Liam Neeson, Rosamund Pike PG13 - 99 mins - Action, Adventure, Fantasy e, I, J, A+
When Kronos, father of Zeus, Hades and Poseidon, hatches a plot to unleash hell upon earth, it becomes the task of Perseus to save both his father and the world. However, the imprisonment of the titans can’t hold for long, so he enlists the help of the warrior Queen Andromeda.
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MOVIES Cine Club
French Riviera Catherine Deneuve, Guillaume Canet G - 116 mins - drama f, e+
Une héritière de casino convaincue de trahir sa famille tente de se suicider avant de disparaître , enveloppant toujours son ex dans la culpabilité . A casino heiress convinced to betray her family attempts suicide before disappearing, forever shrouding her ex in guilt.
Die Lügen Der Sieger The Lies Of The Victors florian david fitz, horst Kotterba, Lilith stangenberg pG13 - 112 mins - Thriller G, e+
Ein Journalist bekommt Schwierigkeiten durch seine hohen Spielschulden. An investigative journalist finds himself in trouble with a massive gambling debt.
Contains scenes or language that may be disturbing or offensive. Viewer discretion is advised.
Fuego Fire Jose Coronado, Aida Folch, Leyre Berrocal pG13 - 103 mins - Thriller es, e+
Luego de que un coche bomba matara a su mujer y lesionara a su hija, un ex oficial de policía se ve consumido por el odio a los eventos que destruyeron a su familia.
Malay
Malay CLASSIC
Anak Jantan
Ali Baba Bujang Lapok
Bront Palare, Nora Danish, Dato Rahim Razali, Farid Kamil, PG13 - 92 mins - Action, Drama ML, e+
Satu pasangan muda berpindah ke Kuala Lumpur untuk lari dari masa lampau hitam mereka. A young couple move to Kuala Lumpur to escape their dark past.
After a car bomb kills his wife and injures his daughter, a former police officer is consumed with hate over the events that destroyed his family.
P. Ramlee, Aziz Sattar, S. Shamsuddin PG - 122 MINS - COMEDY ML, E+
Seorang lelaki yang menganggur berjumpa dengan 40 pencuri dalam hutan. A man meets 40 thieves in the woods with hilarious consequences.
Anak-ku Sazali P. Ramlee, seniwati zaiton, tony castello PG - 137 MINS - COMEDY, DRAMA ML, E+
Kisah keluarga muda yang berpecah belah. The story of a young family torn apart.
Hoore! Hoore! Akim AF7, Fauziah Nawi, Harun Salim Bachik
La Ritournelle Paris Follies
Stai Lontana Da Me Stay Away From Me
Isabelle Huppert, Jean Pierre Darroussin, Pio Marmai
Enrico Brignano, Ambra Angiolini, Anna Galiena
Mamak Cupcake
PG - 90 MINS - MUSICAL, DRAMA
Shaheizy Sam, Siti Saleha
Iman secara sulit menyertai pertandingan ratu cantik tempatan.
PG - 97 mins - Comedy
G - 98 mins - comedy, drama
pG13 - 82 mins - comedy
f, e+
I, e+
Un éleveur bovins doit se réinventer pour regagner l’affection de sa femme après qu’elle fuit leur maison de Normandie et se dirige vers Paris.
L’amore è messo alla prova quando la maledizione di Jacopo minaccia il suo fiorente rapporto con Sara.
A cattle farmer must reinvent himself to regain his wife’s affection after she flees their Normandy home and heads to Paris.
Love is put to the test when Jacopo’s bad luck curse threatens his burgeoning relationship with Sara.
ML, e+
Seorang pemuda dengan impian membuka kedai bakeri kek cawan perlu mengambil alih satu rangkaian restoran. A young man with a dream of opening a cupcake bakery must take over a chain of restaurants.
ML
Iman secretly enters a local beauty pageant.
Ibu Mertua Ku P. Ramlee, Sarimah, Seniwati Zaiton PG - 118 MINS - DRAMA ML, E+
Sabariah kehilangan kekayaan keluarga apabila dia berkahwin. Sabariah forfeits her family fortune when she marries.
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MOVIES Malay CLASSIC
indonesian
tagalog
Chinese
CHINESE CLASSIC
Madu Tiga
99 Cahaya Di Langit Eropa Part 2
Nakaboteng Kagandahan Beauty In A Bottle
But Always
一生一世
逆戰
Nicholas Tse, Gao Yuanyuan
Nicholas Tse, Jay Chou, Peng Lin
P. Ramlee, Sarimah, Zaharah Agus PG - 100 MINS - MUSICAL, COMEDY
Acha Septriasa, Abimana Aryasatya
ML, E+
pg13 - 102 mins - drama
Jamil membuat keputusan untuk berkahwin secara sulit dengan perempuan lain. Jamil decides to marry another woman in secret.
Nujum Pak Belalang P. Ramlee PG - 111 MINS - MUSICAL, COMEDY ML, E+
Belalang mencuba satu komplot supaya dia boleh menuntut ganjaran.
in, E+
Assunta de Rossi, Angeline Quinto, Angelica Panganiban
pg13 - 106 mins - Romance, Drama
CA, E+
一段兩小無猜的童年時光，一 個重拾舊愛的愛情故事。你 是否相信注定的緣份？
國際安全局探員強忍傷痛 聯手兄弟警惡懲奸。
pg - 100 mins - comedy
Saat berkeliling Cordoba dan Istanbul, Hanum dan Rangga menjelajahi jejak-jejak Islam di Eropa modern. This exploration of Islam’s place in modern Europe follows Hanum and Rangga as they travel around Cordoba and Istanbul.
ta, e+
Tatlong babaeng Filipino ang naengganyo sa mga pangako ng bagong kosmetikong pildoras. Three Filipino women are attracted to the promises of a new cosmetic pill.
Two reunited childhood friends struggle to reconcile their old romance with their new lives.
Arabic
Pendekar Bujang Lapok P. Ramlee, Aziz Sattar PG - 105 MINS - COMEDY ML, E+
Three men decide to follow a master warrior.
一個人的武林
Metaab & Shadia
Kung Fu Jungle
Ashraf Muselhy, Alyaa Al Kabialy
Donnie Yen, Wang Baoqiang, Charlie Young
pg - 94 mins - drama
pg13 - 98 mins - Action, Adventure, Drama
a, e+
Untuk 3 Hari Afdlin Shauki, Rashidi Ishak, Vanidah Imran PG13 - 120 MINS - COMEDY, ROMANCE ML
Pasangan yang telah bercerai dengan cepat menyesali keputusan mereka. A divorced couple quickly regret their decision.
PG13 - 122 MINS - ACTION, DRAMA
M, E+
Belalang tries a scam so he can claim a reward.
Tiga lelaki membuat keputusan untuk mengikut pakar pahlawan.
The Viral Factor
A tea seller named Shadia quickly falls in love with a driver, Metaab.
ca, M, e+, C+
洪拳武術家暴斃，死因令人 大惑不解。犯人夏侯武主動 協助警方調查，條件是即時 假釋。
A convicted martial artist convinces the police he can help when a ruthless killer emerges.
An injured International Defense Commission agent and his brother fight a criminal.
april 2015
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MOVIES Japanese
Korean
hindi
Tamil
Tamil CLASSIC
Anjaan
Singam
Samantha Ruth Prabhu, Vidyut Jamwal, Suriya
Suriya, Anushka Shetty, Prakash Raj
g - 121 mins - Action, Thriller
PG13 - 160 MINS - Action, Crime, Drama
Kick Jacqueline Fernandez, Nawazuddin Siddiqui, Salman Khan, pg13 - 135 mins - Action, Comedy, Romance h, e
2つ目の窓
Still The Water
패션왕
Fashion King
Nijiro Murakami, Jun Yoshinaga
Joo Won, Ahn Jae-hyeon, Park Se-young
pg13 - 118 mins - Romance, Drama
pg13 - 114 mins - Comedy, Drama
j, e+
溺死体を見つけた後、界人は クラスメイトと一緒に哲学的 な旅を始める。
Kaito begins a philosophical journey with his classmate after discovering a body.
A police inspector laments never catching his greatest rival, a thrill-seeking thief.
k, e+
우기명은 같은 반 예쁜 여학생의 환심을 사기 위하여 패션 구루가 될 결심을 한다.
Woo decides to become a fashion guru to win the affection of the prettiest girl in his class.
t, e+
Mary Kom Priyanka Chopra, Sunil Thapa pg13 - 114 mins - BIOGRAPHY, DRAMA h, e+
Krishna travels to the city to find his brother, who has disappeared.
This true story recounts the life of Mary Kom, the famous Indian boxer.
hindi classic
トワイライト ささらさや
wilight: Saya T In Sasara
우리는 형제입니다
We Are Brothers
Kaththi
Yui Aragaki, Yo Oizumi, Aoi Nakamura
Jo Jin-woong, Kim Seong-gyoon
Vijay, Samantha Ruth Prabhu, Neil Nitin Mukesh
pg13 - 102 mins - Comedy, Drama
pg13 - 115 mins - drama
k, e+
pg13 - 122 mins - Action, Thriller
j, e+
ユウタロウは死後の世界か ら、苦労を掛けた妻のサヤを 助ける方法を探る。
Yutaro finds a way to help his troubled widow Saya from beyond the grave.
2명의 고아가 어렸을 때 헤어진 후 성인이 되어 다시 만나 서로의 차이점을 극복한다.
Two orphaned brothers separated as children and reunited as adults must set aside their differences.
T, E+
Om Shanti Om
t, e+
Sharukh Khan, Deepika Padukone, Arjun Rampal pg13 - 120 mins - Comedy, Romance, Drama h, E+
Om Shanti Om digs deep into the underbelly of 1970s Bollywood.
When charismatic rogue Kaththi escapes from prison, he finds himself on an unexpected mission.
A police inspector’s world is changed when a beautiful woman moves to his village.
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tv
comedy
Enjoy a wide range of TV programmes across an array of genres Last Man Standing
Mom
three episodes
two episodes
A To Z
30 mins each
30 mins each
e
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THREE EPISODES
A father of three girls tries to maintain his manliness in a house full of women. In one episode, Mike isn’t ready to think of his dad getting older.
A single mother starts a new life in California. But getting her life back on track becomes harder when her mother turns up.
30 MINS EACH E
An unlikely romance blossoms between Zelda, a no-nonsense lawyer, and Andrew, a hopeless romantic who's passionate about connecting people.
Dads
Ground Floor
three episodes
three episodes
30 mins each
30 mins each
e
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Two thirtysomething men have their fathers move in with them. In one episode, Edna is detained following her exposure as an illegal immigrant, prompting Eli to get his dad to marry her.
A young banker falls for a woman in his building’s maintenance department. In one episode, Brody asks Jenny on a date after they spend a night together.
Friends With Better Lives
How I Met Your Mother
three episodes
three episodes
30 mins each
30 mins each
e
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Six friends in their 30s each think the other has it better. In one episode, Bobby and Andi decide to take in their newly divorced friend, Will.
Single Ted, with the help of his four best friends, tries to find true love in New York. In one episode, Barney goes missing the night before his wedding.
The Middle three episodes 30 mins each e
Meet the Heck family as they find their way through everyday life. In one episode, Sue decides she wants her braces removed before starting her senior year.
Modern Family
New Girl
THREE EPISODES
THREE EPISODES
30 MINS EACH
30 MINS EACH
E
E
Follow the lives of three generations of one family in this hit sitcom. In one episode, Alex has a meltdown on her 16th birthday and decides to see a therapist.
After a bad break-up, Jess moves into an apartment with three single men. In one episode, Nick plans an elaborate birthday party for Jess.
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DRAMA
Raising Hope
Burn Notice
Gotham
Nikita
Rizzoli & Isles
three episodes
three episodes
three episodes
three episodes
THREE EPISODES
30 mins each
60 mins each
60 mins each
60 mins each
60 MINS EACH
e
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e
E
After a one-night stand with a convicted serial killer, Jimmy Chance is left to bring up their daughter with only his eccentric family for help.
'Burned' former secret agent Michael Westen returns home to Miami. In one episode, Michael takes on a deep-cover operation for the CIA.
A new prequel series to the Batman saga. In one episode, Detectives Gordon and Bullock investigate a child trafficking ring and meet Selina Kyle, a girl ensnared in their midst.
A rogue assassin returns to take down Division, the secret organisation that trained her.
A police detective and medical examiner work together. In one episode, Jane and Maura witness a senator get assassinated.
Selfie
The Flash
The Mentalist
The Originals
Stalker
THREE EPISODES
three episodes
three episodes
three episodes
two episodes
30 MINS EACH
60 mins each
60 mins each
60 mins each
60 mins each
E
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In this modern adaptation of My Fair Lady, a social media addict enlists the help of a marketing guru to help her build real, 'offline' friendships.
Barry Allen is transformed into a speedy superhero after being struck by lightning. In one episode, Barry is at a university gathering when six gunmen storm the event.
Fraudulent psychic Thomas Jane reforms and starts working with the California Bureau of Investigation. In one episode, Jane meets a girl who claims to be his late daughter.
A spin-off from The Vampire Diaries, set in New Orleans. In one episode, Klaus takes extreme measures to protect Hayley and their child.
LAPD lieutenant Beth Davis and detective Jack Larsen investigate incidences of stalking.
Two And A Half Men
Forever
The Mysteries Of Laura
Person Of Interest
Supernatural
FIVE EPISODES
three episodes
four episodes
two episodes
30 MINS EACH
60 mins each
THREE EPISODES
60 mins each
60 mins each
E
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60 MINS EACH
e
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An ex-assassin and a wealthy programmer team up to save lives. In one episode, a brilliant college student grabs the attention of Reese.
Two brothers battle demons, ghosts and other supernatural beings threatening the world.
An eccentric billionaire internet entrepreneur moves in with a man and his son. Alan discovers that Walden is a friend of the actor who played Wonder Woman.
Henry Morgan works as a medical examiner in an attempt to understand why he has lived for 200 years. Can he keep his past from his new partner?
E
Laura Diamond, a brilliant homicide detective with the NYPD, balances solving crimes with being a single parent and dealing with her soon-to-be-ex-husband.
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sport
chinese
ITU Triathlon Series
全家 Go Cuti Family Go Cuti
Taste With Jason
30 mins
30 mins
m
M
四位主持人四處探索馬來西 亞終極假日體驗。
大馬著名主持人楊佳賢帶 大家尋找一些不為人知的 美食。
MALAY
阿賢人情味
30 mins e
Catch up on the latest action from the gruelling ITU Triathlon Series in South Korea and Mexico.
Four hosts search for the ultimate Malaysian holiday experience.
Jason Yeoh finds Malaysia's hidden culinary gems.
Dapur Chef Ammar
Romantika
30 mins
30 mins
ml
ml
Ammar menyediakan hidangan tradisional dan moden Arab.
Menyingkap kisah pasangan terkenal Malaysia.
Ammar prepares traditional and modern Arabic cuisine.
Lalla Meryem Cup – Golf
在地食光
Food Moments
Tasteful Life
寫食人生
Kembara Selera Chef Wan
60 MINS
30 mins
30 mins
30 mins
E
m
M
ml
Keep up-to-date with all the action from the Lalla Meryem Cup, a women's golf tournament held every year in Agadir, Morocco.
懷舊美食, 勾起無數集體回 憶。
從食物生產者或食肆經營人 的日常生活看盡世相百態。
Explore the powerful memories food can evoke.
See the challenges faced by the people who grow and prepare our favourite food.
Chef Wan menyediakan pelbagai hidangan yang hebat.
Walk in the shoes of famous Malaysian couples.
Seribu Satu Idea 30 mins
Chef Wan prepares a variety of spectacular dishes.
30 mins e
The best sporting moments from around the world, from motocross to golf.
尋花探草
Garden Of Treasure 30 mins e
Behind the scenes of the Women's Tennis Association, featuring the latest news, rumours and results from all over the world.
Pasukan pengubahsuaian rumah akan mengejutkan peminat di rumah mereka dan menawarkan pengubahsuaian keseluruhan rumah mereka. A makeover team will surprise a fan at their home and offer them a top-to-bottom renovation.
World Wide Sports
WTA All Access
ml
Raikan Wanita 30 mins
30 mins m
探索天然花草的神奇療效。
Learn about popular natural remedies.
ml
Wanita berpengaruh Malaysia membincangkan cabaran dan kejayaan mereka.
Influential Malaysian women discuss their challenges and success.
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japanese
Korean
Arabic
心身ともにリラックスで きる休日
정글의 법칙 in 코스타리카
Holistic Holidays
aw Of The Jungle L In Costa Rica
The Facts In Quran
30 MINS
60 mins
J
k
海岸線の町、京都府伊根町 は心身ともにリラックスでき る最高の場所。その理由を 探る。
코스타리카로 여행을 떠나는 한국 연예인 그룹에 참여해 보자.
Tamil
Hindi
Chinna Chinna Settai
hange Aayega, C Hum Laayenge
30 mins
30 mins
t
h, e+
30 mins
Learn why the seaside village of Ine, Kyoto, is the perfect place to relax and unwind.
Join a group of Korean celebrities as they travel to Costa Rica.
a
The balance between science and religion, in relation to the Quran, the central religious text of Islam.
Tag along as Ammu visits the most popular spots around Malaysia.
Satire and social experiments expose the lasting impact that bullying can have on young minds.
런닝맨
Running Man
I Vegam
Comedy Classes
60 MINS
30 mins
30 mins
K
t
h, e+
호스트와 게스트가 예측 불가능한 우스운 도전을 완료한다.
Languages
E english e+ english subtitles A Arabic A+ Arabic subtitles C+ chinese subtitles ca cantonese es spanish F french g german h hindi i italian in indonesian J japanese K korean M mandarin MA maLAYALAM ML malay T Tamil ta tagalog
Hosts and guests compete in a number of hilarious, unpredictable challenges. Discover the latest in technology and youth culture.
When a new teacher arrives at the wacky Ache Din Institute, things take a hilarious turn.
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Hindi
French
The Getaway
Certainement Français Definitely French
The perfect weekend getaway near Mumbai 30 mins H
Whether you're looking for thrills or a sublime getaway, Mumbai has plenty to offer.
History
Natural World
Pionniers Pathfinders
Bermuda Triangle Exposed
Alaska Dogs
SURF PERUVIAN STYLE
60 MINS
30 MINS
30 MINS
E
F
F
Découvrez les traditions déjantées de l'Hexagone dans cette excursion décalée.
Découvrez plus sur les gens et leurs écosystèmes.
60 MINS
Explore the theories about this mysterious stretch of ocean.
E
Transporting people and racing to the rescue, meet the brave dogs of Alaska.
Learn about the people and their ecosystems.
Learn about some of France’s quirkiest traditions in this offbeat tour.
Touristes Extrêmes xtreme Travellers E
Voyage & Sens Travel & Senses
Clash Of The Dinosaurs
Beast Tracker
STAIRWAY TO KASHMIR
DOMES OF ELOUNDA (CRETE)
EXTREME SURVIVORS
60 MINS
30 MINS
30 MINS
60 MINS
E
F
F
E
Touristes étranges remplissent leur passion pour l'extrême.
Un guide de voyage pour les gens qui aiment se faire dorloter.
Unusual tourists fulfil their passion for the extreme.
A travel guide for people who like being pampered.
Explore the evolution of the carnivorous Tyrannosaurus Rex and the herbivorous Sauroposeidon.
SWAMP MONSTERS
Head to Louisiana and Florida to explore the relationship between alligators and people.
Beverly Hills Groomer
Languages a NEW ARTIST IN TOWN 30 MINS E
E english e+ english subtitles A Arabic A+ Arabic subtitles C+ chinese subtitles ca cantonese es spanish F french g german h hindi i italian in indonesian J japanese K korean M mandarin MA maLAYALAM ML malay T Tamil ta tagalog
Knox hopes to make it big in the pet grooming industry, so heads to where the work is: Beverly Hills!
Globe Trekker
Borneo’s Pygmy Elephants
15 historic sites: The Age Of Empire 60 MINS
60 MINS
E
E
Explore historic sites dating from medieval times to the 19th century.
This documentary follows endangered pygmy elephants into the swamps and rainforests of Borneo.
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TV
Cats 101 KURILLIAN BOBTAIL, CHAUSIE, DWELF, BURMILLA, LAMBKIN, KLEPTO CAT 60 MINS E
An exciting, close-up look at all manner of different breeds of cats.
Business
Science & technology
travel
Religious
Access Africa
Billion Dollar Car
Jason Down Under
African Art Scene
60 MINS
brisbane
Inside Islam: Journey To Islamic Culture
30 mins
E
30 mins e
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CNBC considers the role of modern art in the African market.
Inside the BMW Group's attempt to reinvent the automobile.
How It’s Made: Dream Cars ALFA ROMEO 4C
Jason Godfrey travels to Brisbane to take you on a tour of the city's most popular attractions.
60 MINS E
Take a look inside the rituals, traditions and daily life of a mosque.
Kuala Lumpur: My City
60 MINS E
The How It’s Made crew travel to the birthplace of the Alfa Romeo 4C.
Powering The Future Creatures Like Us
Managing Asia
30 MINS
Yong Poh Kon, MD, Yong Yoon Li, Exe. Dir., Chen Tien Yue, Exe. Dir., Royal Selangor Marketing
E
Venture into Chester Zoo’s fantastic enclosures and get a first-hand look at some of the world’s most bizarre, fascinating and powerful animals.
Zombie Sharks
30 MINS E
A revealing interview with the company directors of Royal Selangor, a Malaysian pewter manufacturer and retailer.
E
The Discovery Channel investigates the 'tonic immobility' phenomenon in Great White Sharks.
E
Kuala Lumpur City Hall provides a tour of Malaysia’s capital.
The Maverick Chef
THE ENERGY PLANET 60 MINS
taipei
E
30 MINS
How a quick scan of the land, sea and sky reveals an earth teeming with energy.
Through The Wormhole With Morgan Freeman
E
60 MINS
An investigation into luck that will change your understanding of nature and the human brain.
Kembara UKE 60 MINS ML
Alvin Leung is in Taipei, on a mission to sample the local cuisine.
Pure Japan 30 mins
IS LUCK REAL? E
60 MINS
30 mins
e
Celebrity chef André Chiang meets a sake sommelier, and travels around Japan in search of the country's finest ingredients.
Follow the adventures of a cruise voyage that visits Muslim communities.
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Soundstage
Lifestyle
Showbiz
Bee Gees: One Night Only – Live In Vegas
The Boat Show
After Lately
30 mins
PUTTING UP WITH THE KARDASHIANS
e 60 MINS E
A showcase of the Bee Gees’ greatest hits live in Las Vegas.
30 MINS
From home repair tips to super-sized feats of nautical engineering, The Boat Show is the only port of call for lovers of the high seas.
E
History Walks
Kids
E! Entertainment Special
Grami's Circus Show five episodes
BUYING FOR BILLIONAIRES
30 mins each
60 MINS
e
E
Three luxury lifestyle experts satisfy the tastes of their ultra-rich clients.
This children's slapstick comedy revolves around the wacky members of a travelling circus.
Chasing The Saturdays
Fashion Police
Hi-5
BILLBOARD MUSIC AWARDS 2014
five episodes
30 mins
#DEEPFRIEDSATS
60 MINS
30 mins each
e
30 MINS
E
e
The hits and misses of the 2014 Billboard Music Awards.
In this musical children's show, presenters encourage kids to sing and learn about the world around them.
Chris has a revelation about being ‘old and single’.
Behind The Music: Remastered duran duran 60 mins e
The story behind Duran Duran, remastered to include their recent line-up change and latest album.
Elton John: Million Dollar Piano Live In Las Vegas 60 MINS E
For the first time, see Elton John’s famous residency show at Caesar’s Palace, recorded live in its entirety.
Elvis Costello & The Imposters: The Return Of The Spectacular Spinning Songbook 60 MINS E
A recording of a special Elvis Costello & the Imposters concert, in which every song was left up to chance!
Hollywood: City of Dreams
A walking tour of Hollywood, including the film capital's most famous landmarks such as Mulholland Drive and the TCL Chinese Theatre.
E
The girls hang out with boy band The Wanted at the LA County Fair.
Tough Trains: Vietnam 60 mins e
Travelling by train through Vietnam, host Zay Harding sees first-hand evidence of the hardships that were endured in the war.
The Drama Queen WELCOME TO MARKI-WOOD 60 MINS E
Marki Costello has a reputation for discovering Hollywood’s next big thing.
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Audio
Audio on demand
the hits
club
Passengers with AVOD can access our library of nearly 400 music and spoken-word CDs Including... We Are All We Need Above & Beyond (above) Our Love Caribou 5 Years Of Mau5 Deadmau5 Motion Calvin Harris Listen David Guetta
85 albums including… To Be Loved (Asian Tour Edition) Michael Buble Title (Deluxe) Meghan Trainor American Beauty / American Psycho Fall Out Boy (above) Reflection Fifth Harmony Sounds Of The 80s Various Artists Time Mikky Ekko The Veronicas The Veronicas A Perfect Contradiction Paloma Faith Demi (Deluxe) Demi Lovato III Take That VS. (Other People’s Heartache, Pt. III) Bastille LIVE SOS 5 Seconds Of Summer Live By The Words Justice Crew Somewhere Under Wonderland Counting Crows
See page 82 to find out which system you’re using
The Golden Echo Kimbra Moon Landing (Apollo Edition) James Blunt
No Fixed Address Nickelback
Prayer Robin Schulz
Sonic Highways Foo Fighters
Live Life Leaving E xample
Never Been Better Olly Murs
Recognise Fred V & Grafix
Madness Guy Sebastian Four One Direction PTX Vol. III Pentatonix
Atmosphere Kaskade
light & easy
Bulletproof Picasso Train Take Me When You Go Betty Who Gypsy Heart Colbie Caillat 1989 Taylor Swift Black Star Elephant Nico & Vinz Finest Hour: The Best Of Gavin DeGraw Gavin DeGraw Sweet Talker Jessie J Chapter One Ella Henderson No Sound Without Silence The Script Tough Love Jessie Ware Pixie Lott Pixie Lott
Including... Classics She & Him (above) My Dream Duets Barry Manilow Nostalgia Annie Lennox Brazilian Nights Kenny G Hope Susan Boyle Partners Barbra Streisand Stars Collabro #Voices Various
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Audio memories
country
jazz
Soundtracks
korean
Including...
Including...
Including...
Including...
Including...
The Essential Joe Cocker Joe Cocker (above)
Prizefighter: Hit After Hit Trisha Yearwood (above)
Wallflower Diana Krall (above)
Wild Various (above)
Move BTOB (above)
Live At The Rainbow ‘74 Queen
Melody Road Neil Diamond
The Big Picture Kat Edmonson
Annie Various
타임 비스트
Led Zeppelin IV (Deluxe Reissue) Led Zeppelin
You+Me Rose Ave.
Measures Nostalgia 77 & The Monster
The Hunger Games: Mockingjay – Part 1 Various
7번째 앨범 수퍼 주니어
Bringing Back The Sunshine Blake Shelton
Cheek To Cheek Tony Bennett & Lady Gaga
Walking On Sunshine Various
To All The Girls Willie Nelson
Stranger Jo-Yu Chen
Out Among The Stars Johnny Cash
Interlude Jamie Cullum
Hunter Hayes (Encore) Hunter Hayes
Laura Mvula With Metropole Orkest Conducted By Jules Buckley At Abbey Road Studios Laura Mvula
Glee, The Music, Celebrating 100 Episodes Various
Whitney Houston Live: Her Greatest Performances Whitney Houston 25 Michael Learns To Rock 30 Modern Talking Aretha Franklin Sings The Great Diva Classics Aretha Franklin
Foreverly Billie Joe + Norah
The Fault In Our Stars Various The Amazing Spider-Man 2 Various
플레이 악동뮤지션 굿럭 스트 비
Mr. 게 게리
상속자들 여러 곡 레인 이펙트 비 더 무드
F T아일랜드
comedy
classical
Relax
world
malay
Including...
Including...
Including...
New Year’s Concert 2015 Vienna Philharmonic & Zubin Mehta (above)
The Gathering II Various Artists (above)
Including...
Mandatory Fun “Weird Al” Yankovic (above)
Gandadiko Samba Toure (above)
Angin Kencang Noh Salleh (above)
So Frenchy So Chic… Various Artists
A Tribute To Saloma Various
Landini Aurelio
Malam Ini Kita Punya Bunkface
Fofoulah Fofoulah
Didi Astillah Didi Astillah
Rohi Rohi
Payslip Payslip
One Love, One Rhythm (The 2014 FIFA World Cup Official Album) Various
1 Dato’ Sheila Majid
The Best Of Lily Tomlin Sleepwalk With Me (Live) Mike Birbiglia I’m Telling You For The Last Time Jerry Seinfeld A Classic… Abbott & Costello Standup Comic Woody Allen Red, White And Brown Russell Peters
A Musical Affair… Il Divo Just The Two Of Us Secret Garden Walking In The Air… Vladimir Ashkenazy Bach Partitas BWV 825-830 Igor Levit Rival Queens Vivica Genaux & Simone Kermes
#Escape Various Ludovico Einaudi & Cecilia Chailly Stanze Flute Spirit: Dreams & Improvisations Jane Rutter 600 Years In A Moment Fiona Joy Hawkins Equistice Ken Elkinson
Corazón (Deluxe Version) Santana
Fragmen Dato’ Siti Nurhaliza #1 Stacy
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Audio nasyid
japanese
mandarin
Including...
The Best “Red” alafina (above) K
温度 王赴颖 & 沈展宁
The Best “Blue” Kalafina
Action Bii 毕书尽 (above)
REAL 中島美嘉
快乐美人鱼 朱俐静
Genesis Of 2PM 2PM
我是曾沛慈 曾沛慈
Ken’s Bar III 平 井堅
艳遇 郭静
Under:Cover 2 T.M. Revolution
我呸 蔡依林
Blau
藍井 エイル
第10个王心凌 王心凌
Tapestry Of Songs – The Best Of Angela Aki
巨星金曲 众星
Cinta Hingga Ke Syurga Amar (above) Luahan Rasa Raqib Majid Dengan Rahmatmu Qathrunnada Memori El Suraya Various Kasih Tak Bersyarat NowSeeHeart Satu Kalimah amai & Friends D Zikir Terapi Diri 3 afiz Hamidun H Mencari Cinta Hakiki imfoni S
アンジェラ・アキ
Standard Scandal
indonesian
cantonese
tamil
(above)
Favourite Things Play School Throw A Penny In The Wishing Well Jennifer Gasoi
Permata Ayah Bonda Aeman Hushabye Hayley Westenra Hit Songs And Rarities The Wiggles Jingle Bell Fun Walt Disney The Magical Forest Carmen Warrington And David Jones
有所畏 韦礼安
hindi
克卜勒 孙 燕姿
Off To School Various
真的假的 陶晶莹
Shake It Up Break It Down Various The Little Mermaid: Songs From The Sea Various
100 分的朋友 林 育群
Hati & Cinta Judika
Including...
天堂/悬崖 李 佳薇
嫺情 陳 慧嫻 (above)
狮子吼 罗志祥
Re: Workz
舍得 林宇中
Wannabe
Live To Love Afgan
林憶蓮
Love Life And Music Rossa
官恩娜
你好吗 王诗安
8 周柏豪
Better Life F IR
The Best Of 2008-2012 鄧紫棋
Kimbonomics金式代
Terpukau Astrid King Of Soundtrack Nidji
The Key
陈芳语
Including...
PK (above)
纯属意外 戴佩妮
Little Singer The Next Moment 陳柏宇
See! Holly Throsby Activity Songs For Kids Various
陳奕迅
小肥（徐智勇）
The Ultimate Kids Collection Various
1999-2013 精选 五月天
Tuna Sherina (above)
The Legacy Collection: Sleeping Beauty Various (above) Wiggle House The Wiggles
你好 王大文
模特 李荣浩
kids
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Radio Channels
chart toppers
rock arena
Passengers with AVOD can enjoy a host of radio shows across a range of genres Inseat Channel 2 AVOD Channel 78 Hosted by jay sheldon
Including... Omaha Moby Grape American Woman Guess Who The Faker Ty Segall
Inseat Channel 1
Who Do You Love Juicy Lucy
AVOD Channel 77 Overhead Channel 5
Hosted by ben loh
Walk Kwabs Smile Sheppard Elastic Heart Sia Hotel (Clean) Kid Ink Feat. Chris Brown
Uncover Zara Larsson Dear Future Husband Meghan Trainor Talking Body (Clean) Tove Lo
Heartbeat Song Kelly Clarkson
Cheerleader OMI
6 Words Wretch 32
Lighthouse G.R.L
Irresistible Fall Out Boy
Geronimo Sheppard
Love Me Like You Do (Radio Edit) Ellie Goulding
Ayo (Clean) Tyga Feat. Chris Brown
Cruel The Veronicas
We Are Young Le Kid
Only One Kanye West
Get Over It McBusted
Sugar Maroon 5 Pray To God Calvin Harris Feat. HAIM
Channel numbers vary depending on which system you’re using. See page 82 to find out
I Loved You Blonde Feat. Melissa Steele
Let Me Down Easy (Radio Edit) Sheppard I Can’t Lose Mark Ronson Feat. Keyone Starr
Mind Renovation Dorsal Fins Incidental Two Gallants Why Do You Always Cry? Wagons Catacombs Bearhug Wicked Waters Benjamin Booker Carol Chuck Berry Like That White Fence Prone Hold Trust Punks Real Wild Child (Wild One) Iggy Pop To Die For The Bohicas Everything Is Wrong Interpol Living After Midnight Judas Priest Eagle Rock Daddy Cool The Stroke Billy Squier Start Me Up Manic Street Preachers Coat Check Girl Jeff The Brotherhood Fossils Circa Waves
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Audio golden era
Aghani Arabbiyah
malay hitz
mandarin mix
japanese collection
Inseat Channel 3
Inseat Channel 8
Inseat Channel 9
Inseat Channel 10
Inseat Channel 12
AVOD Channel 79
AVOD Channel 82
AVOD Channel 83
AVOD Channel 85
AVOD Channel 86
Hosted by richard la faber
Hosted by mona jasman
Overhead Channel 6
Overhead Channel 7
Overhead Channel 8
Hosted by kc ismail
Hosted by chong huey ling
Hosted by kaoru Sato
Including...
Including...
Including...
Apa Khabar Joe Flizzow Feat. Sona One
可惜没如果 林俊杰
チャゲ＆飛鳥 ひとり咲き
素言 罗忆诗
今井美樹 アラビアン・ナイト
其实我们值得幸福 杨丞琳
GENERATIONS From EXILE TRIBE Always With You
Including...
Including...
Video Killed The Radio Star The Buggles Don’t You (Forget About Me) Simple Minds
Romancinta (Akustik) Caliph Buskers
Everybody’s Talkin’ Harry Nilsson
Aku Jadi Kurus Matta Band
Dreams Cranberries
Jatuh Daiyan Trisha
Addicted To Love Robert Palmer
Seluruh Cinta Dato’ Siti Nurhaliza & Chakra Khan
Hit Me With Your Rhythm Stick Ian Dury & The Blockheads
Jatuh Hati Raisa Sayangi Dirimu Fazura
Mellow Yellow Donovan
Di Pintu Syurga Dayang Nurfaizah
He Ain’t Heavy He’s My Brother The Hollies
Sakitnya Di Sini Trio Lestari
Because The Night Patti Smith Group
Mana Mungkin Black
小方 方大同
The Moment 这一刻 孙燕姿
Melodi 林宇中 Sheila Majid I Wanna Say Bii 毕书尽 爱你 陈芳语 初爱 杨宗纬 面具 江美琪 梁山伯与朱丽叶 卓文萱 曹格
安田レイ
Mirror 柳ジョージ さらばミシシッピー 鈴木さえ子
Happy End SEKAI NO OWARI
マーメイドラプソディー
Superfly Back Number 立花ハジメ
HAPPY 村上幸子 女の雪国
hindi rhythms
nasyid
KOREAN SELECTIONS
jazz
malay classics
Inseat Channel 14
Including...
AVOD Channel 80
AVOD Channel 81
AVOD Channel 84
Hosted by Ellen han
Hosted by BRAD POWER
Including...
Including...
마일리지 정용화
Money Got Me Frances Madden
Coming Soon 씨아 앤
There You Go Again Patrick Williams
아름다워 이정
Resolution Kevin Eubanks
우리아빠 비 나
Sack O’Woe Jamie Cullum
그대는 철벽
Dolphins Don’t Dance Lee Ritenour
잘가요 Mr.Kim 알리
Smile George Benson Feat. Till Brönner
AVOD Channel 87 Overhead Channel 10
Including... Love Is A Waste Of Time Sonu Nigam, Shreya Ghoshal
Cinta Hingga Ke Syurga Amar Allahu Rabbi In Team Tahajjud Cinta Siti Nurhaliza
Including...
Satakli Sukhwinder Singh
Sesuci Mariam Nice
Maa Ka Phone Priya Panchal, Mouli Dave
Subuh Rahmat
Rabba Mohit Chauhan
Subhanallah Halim Ahmad
Tu Meri Vishal Dadlani
Permaidani Aris Ariwatan
Jashn-e-ishqa Javed Ali, Shadab Faridi
Ayah Dan Ibu Sudirman
Pakeezah Gulraj Singh
Rahmat Kasih Damai
Dance Like A Chammiya Sunidhi Chauhan, Vishal Dadlani
Al Haq Yang Satu Mawi Feat. Dato AC Mizal
Meherbaan Ash King, Shilpa Rao, Shekhar Ravjiani
Kiblatku Hazami
유리구슬 여자친구
Mata Hati Telinga Maliq & D’essentials
정엽
Tharki Chokro Swaroop Khan
South Light
아파도 괜찮아
이현
WHO AM I 풍 미 팔베개 유 소
그림자
I Love Being Here With You Jeff Hamilton Trio Wave Graham Dechter Islands Steps Ahead An Informed Decision Yellowjackets
Bunyi Gitar P Ramlee Oh Salamiah A Ramlie & Maria Bachuk Abang Beca M Rizal Cinta Palsu Quinnary M Gembira Berdansa Discovery Joget Jauh Pandangan Abdullah Chik & Noraniza Idris Keresahan Harvey Malai Holo Berapakah Hantaran Junainah Pilihlah Aku Latif Ibrahim Don Juan Datin Rafeah Buang Kekasih Streetlight
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Games With 35 games in six categories, why not test your skills and challenge your mind
Some games are available in multi-player format using our seat-to-seat function. Select a game for on-screen instructions on how to play. Games only available on the A380, B777 and A330 aircraft and for passengers with the portable media player.
Please check your system and see your GUI for all available games.
and B777 aircraft * AAll380 the games with an asterisk are only available to passengers travelling on A380 and B777 aircraft.
leisure
puzzle
Sport
Big Money®, In-Flight Sudoku, In-Flight Trivia Challenge, In-Flight Trivia Tournament, Insaniquarium™*, Mad Caps*, Memory*, Scramble Dash*, Shanghai, Solitaire, Who Wants To Be A Millionaire* (above), Zuma*
Bookworm™ *(above), Caveman, Hangman*, In-Flight Tertis®, Jubaku*, Minesweeper*, Mummy Maze®*, Pixelus™*, Tangram*, Water Pipes
In-Flight Bowling Tournament, In-Flight Golf Tournament, In-Flight Pool Challenge: Sport Series* (above), In-Flight Tennis Challenge: Sport Series*, Mini Golf
Board
Arcade
kids
Battleship®, Checkers, Chess, Chinese Checkers (above), Reversi*, Ultimate Yahtzee®*, Warzone*
Asteroids, Cave Crunch*, Galaktor*, Invasion, Niflheim, Pong™, Super Pinball Arcade, UltraBall*, Wacky Safari (above)
Animal Factory, Elephant Memory, Hangman Jr., Robot Factory (above)
E-Learning Put your time in the air to good use with our essential learning tools *Some learning tools only available on selected routes
Holy Quran An interactive e-learning application that enables passengers to read the Holy Quran and listen to its recitation.
b-wise™
Berlitz® Word Traveler
A380 and B777 only
This language training tool can teach you the basics of 23 languages.
Learn about local business cultures and etiquette, wherever you are in the world!
Soundview Executive Book Summaries A380 and B777 only
A quick and easy way to distill the key ideas from today’s top business books.
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quick guides
b738 video
portable media player
See which movies and TV are available on selected B738 leased aircraft
The individual media player with high resolution 8” screen is available to all passengers in Business Class on our B738-800 leased aircraft Synopses for these movies begin on page 87; tv programmes on page 98
Synopses for these movies begin on page 87; tv programmes on page 98
From Malaysia Hollywood Favourites / International But Always CA, M, C+, e+ Mary Kom H, e+ Kaththi T, e+
Television The Maverick Chef – Taipei E Bermuda Triangle Exposed E Taken 3
to Malaysia Hollywood Favourites / International Monte Carlo e, C+ Television How It’s Made: Dream Cars – Alfa Romeo 4C E Globe Trekker 15: The Age Of Empire E
movies
tv
Latest Movies
Comedy
The Hobbit: The Battle Of The Five Armies E, F, G Night At The Museum: Secret Of The Tomb E Taken 3 E, F, G, C+
Movies Library 12 Years A Slave E, F, G, I Dallas Buyers Club e Trouble With The Curve E
Malay Mamak Cupcake ML
Korean Fashion King K, E+
Chinese Kung Fu Jungle M, C+, E+
Hindi Kick H, E+
Languages
E english e+ english subtitles C+ chinese subtitles ca cantonese F french g german h hindi i italian K korean M mandarin ML malay
Elton John: Million Dollar Piano Live In Las Vegas
Extras Your portable media player also gives you access to CDs (see pages 105-109) and games (see page 110)
The Middle E
Drama Forever E
Lifestyle Tough Trains: Vietnam E
Soundstage Elton John: Million Dollar Piano Live In Las Vegas E
Science & Technology Powering The Future E
History Bermuda Triangle Exposed E
Malay Dapur Chef Ammar mL
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INstructions
handsets Business Class B777
擁有個人屏幕的乘客請參照以下圖像和說明來使用您的遙控器 個人スクリーンをお持ちのお客様はお手元のハンドセットを下の画像と合わせてから続けてお読みください
Economy Class & Inseat Video
1
All passengers B737-800 & A333
Economy Class A380
First & Business Class A380
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On reverse
1. Control Paddle*
1. 控制板*
1. 上下左右ボタン*
2. Window Display
2. 顯示視窗
2. ウィンドウ表示
3. Mode
3. 模式
3. モード
4. Reading Light ON/OFF
4. 閱讀燈 ON/OFF
4. 読書用ライトON/OFF
5. Channel UP/DOWN
5. 頻道 UP/DOWN
5. チャンネルUP/DOWN
6. Volume UP/Down
6. 音量 UP/DOWN
6. 音声ボリュームUP/DOWN
7. Brightness UP/DOWN
7. 亮度 UP/DOWN
7. 明るさUP/DOWN
8. Button Disabled
8. 呼叫乘務員/取消
8. 乗務員呼び出し/取消
9. Select/Start*
9. 選擇/開始*
9. 選択/スタート*
10. Enter*
10. 確認*
10. 入力*
11. Game Controls*
11. 遊戲控制*
11. ゲームコントロール*
12. Audio/Video Controls - To Rewind, Play/Pause, Forward and Stop for Audio/Video.
12.
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13. Back button - To go to previous screen.
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14. Screen ON/OFF button - To switch the Interactive screen ON/OFF.
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13. 14.
15. Home button - Shortcut to go to Main Menu.
15. 16.
16. QWERTY keyboard - B738 / A333 17. Magnetic card reader
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* Not on the Inseat System 17.
Your system
Control at your fingertips
指尖操控
手軽な操作
For all passengers with the AVOD system. See page 82 to find out which system you’re using.
適用於使用影音點播系統的乘客。請查 閱第 82頁瞭解您所適用的系統。
AVODシステム搭載機種の全てのお客様向け。お 客様のご利用可能なシステムの確認は82
Welcome
請在“歡迎”頁面選擇您的語言-英語或 馬來語
From the Welcome screen, select your language –English or Bahasa Malaysia. Main menu Press Select/Start or Enter to choose from the main menu.
歡迎
ページ目をご覧ください。 ようこそ 「ようこそ」の画面スクリーンからお客様のご利用 になる言語－英語或いはバハサ・マレ
主菜單
ーシア（マレーシア公用語）をお選びください。
點擊“選擇/開始”鍵或“確認”鍵在功能表 上進行選擇
メインメニュー メインメニューから「選択／スタート」か「入力」ボ タンを押してください。
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instructions
Your system
Accessing your handset
Accessing your screen in Golden Club Class
Laptop power point
1.
Press to release the handset
2.
Press to stow the handset
Your personal TV screen and handset are stowed in the armrest of your seat. Push OPEN to lift the cover of the armrest and lift the latch to release the screen. Rotate the screen and adjust it to the angle you desire.
A power point is available on all seats in First and Golden Club class. Please ask a member of the cabin crew if you wish to borrow a suitable power adaptor.
3. Reset button –for use if the cord is over-extended.
手提電腦電源插座
取得手持控制器 1. 按下以釋放手持控制器
取得金色俱樂部艙位顯示幕
2. 按下以放回手持控制器
您的個人電視顯示幕和控制器位於座椅扶手上。按「OPEN」鍵 開啟扶手上蓋，取出顯示幕。將顯示幕旋轉到您需要的角度。
3. 復位鍵-若連接線拉出過長，可按壓此鍵使其復位
頭等艙和金色俱樂部艙位配備有電源插座。如需要插座轉換器， 請向客艙服務員索取。 馬來西亞航空公司對於任何因使用插座轉換器造成的任何損傷、 損失或損壞不負責任。插座轉換器數量有限，本著先到先得的原 則，借完為止。 ノートパソコン用電源コンセント
リモコンの使用法 1. リモコンを取り出すには本体全体を押してください。
ゴールデンクラブクラスの画面スクリ ーンの使用法
2. リモコンを収納するには本体全 体を押して入れてくださ い。
お客様専用の画面スクリーンはお 座席のひじ掛に収納されてい ます。 「OPEN」を押して、ひじ掛けのカバーを開けて、画面ス クリーンを引き出し てください。お客様のご覧になる位置へ画面 スクリーンを回転させ、角度を調節してください。
3. コードが長すぎる場合はリセットボタンを押してください。
Malaysia Airlines shall not be liable for any kind of injury, loss or damage arising from the use of adaptors. Adaptors are available on a first-come, first-served basis and are subject to availability.
電源コンセントはファーストクラス及びゴールデンクラブクラスの全席で ご利用いただけます。コンセントのアダプターが必要な場合は乗務員まで お申し付けください。 但し、マレーシア航空はこのアダプターの使用により生じた、いかなる 傷害、損失或いは損害に対しても責任を負わないものとさせていただ きます。また、アダプターの貸出は先着順で、対応可能機種のみご利用 いただけます。
Your touch screen B738/A333 Simply touch your chosen item to make a selection. Only available to passengers with this handset:
Welcome to your inflight entertainment! Simply touch or select the Start button to get started.
A
B
C
D
A – Back Displays the previous screen. B – Home Displays the Main Menu screen.
The footer Quick links to the most useful screens.
C – Tools Launches the Tools Menu pop-up. D – Help Launches the Help Menu pop-up. E – QuickNav Launches the QuickNav Menu pop-up. F – Flight information Displays flight-related information.
E
F
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going places april 2015
PHOTO GETTY IMAGES
POSTCARD
GROTTO GUARDIANS
Artistic rock-cut architecture astounds visitors with its sheer size and fine details
Text Zurien Onn
This imposing Buddhist statue is just one of 51,000 carved into the 252 caves of the Yungang Grottoes at the base of China’s Wuzhou Mountains. Located in Shanxi province, the grottoes were declared a UNESCO World Heritage site in 2001 due to the impressive assemblage of early Chinese Buddhist cave art dating back to the 5th and 6th centuries. The carvings were begun by the monk Tan Yao in 460 when the first emperor of the Northern Wei dynasty assumed the throne. Since their completion in the year 525, the grottoes have become the centre of Buddhist art in North China, appreciated by thousands of visitors daily. yungang.org