Going Places February 2017

FEBRUARY 2017

Interviews with MPO’s Timothy Tsukamoto, KFit’s Joel Neoh, Chef Toni Valero and more

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MY Guide to Perth, Japan’s tranquil Okayama city, and top spots for a picnic in Macau

Malaysia’s creative collectives, and LFC Legend Vladimír Šmicer takes our quiz!

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Contents

February 2017

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InThis Issue

46

INSIDE

NAVIGATOR

MALAYSIA AIRLINES

73

NEWS

6

Updates and promotions

GP ON THE WEB

77

8

GUIDE

Information on check-in and the dos and don’ts while flying

78 WHERE WE FLY

Airline and oneworld network

CEO’S MESSAGE

10

EDITOR’S NOTE

12

THE MAILROOM

13

GIZMOS & GADGETS Cool gadgets to have

14

THREE TO WATCH Movie recommendations

15

THE CURE Lotions, potions, spas, and more

16

FASHION & ACCESSORIES The globetrotter’s styling guide

19

TRAVEL CONCIERGE Dining, events and hospitality news and options from around the globe

28

ART & DESIGN Monet exhibition in San Francisco, Galleries Night in Bangkok, a diamond showcase in LA, and more

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GLOBAL CITIZEN Gallerist Datin Shalini Ganendra on Petaling Jaya and New York City

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FEATURES

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WINDOW OR AISLE

HOMEGROWN

Kam Raslan on seeking authentic holiday experiences

KFit’s Joel Neoh on becoming a successful entrepreneur

34 MY GUIDE

46 UNPLUGGED: TRAVEL

Perth, Australia

Okayama’s beautiful landscapes and natural attractions

38

TÊTE-À-TÊTE Timothy Tsukamoto sees exciting times ahead for Malaysian Philharmonic Orchestra

52 UNPLUGGED: GOURMET Top spots for al fresco dining in Macau

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CHEF’S CUT Coquo’s Toni Valero

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TRENDSPOTTING Malaysia’s arts collectives to watch out for

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GIVING BACK Coca-Cola Malaysia and Raleigh Borneo provide clean potable water to Sabah rural villages

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WARISAN Usaha memastikan songket kekal relevan di persada fesyen

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GP ENTERTAINMENT Your in-flight entertainment guide

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UP CLOSE Liverpool FC Legend Vladimír Šmicer takes our personality quiz

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GP On The Web

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We’ve lined up exciting web exclusives this month, from the world’s best aerial photos to Orlando’s new must-see attractions. We also speak to Malaysian celebrity and hiphop artist, SonaOne, and uncover what’s in store for visitors to Australia during Vivid Sydney 2017.

All this and more at goingplacesmagazine.com

From The Sky SkyPixel, the world’s largest community dedicated to aerial photography, has released its top picks of aerial images taken by photographers and drone enthusiasts from around the world.

We profile 10 photos, which were regarded as some of the best works submitted for the SkyPixel 2016 Photo Contest.

Lighting Up

New Must-See Attractions

A Bro’s Interview

Vivid Sydney, one of the world’s most spectacular light shows, is set to impress again this year when it returns to Sydney from 26 May to 17 June. Find out what’s in store as the Australian city prepares to thrill visitors once more.

With some of the largest expansions in theme park history and a year packed with new sporting venues and events, Orlando – Theme Park Capital of the World – is ramping up for another landmark year. If you’re planning a trip soon, take heed of these reasons to visit.

On KIX HD’s The Ultimate BROcation, four male celebrities embark on an adventure in Hong Kong. We speak to one of the stars of the show, Malaysian hip-hop artist SonaOne, to find out more about the show as well as his favourite things to see and do in Malaysia.

Message From The Top

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Dear Guests, Thank you for your support for Malaysia Airlines. We enjoyed record passenger numbers at the end of last year due to your continued business and trust in our airline. Bookings for the first six months of 2017 are strong and I am very optimistic about our future.

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Our success has brought a new positive energy to the Malaysia Airlines family and we are working hard to improve your customer experience from booking to landing. We have the heart and the drive to make this airline the pride of Malaysia. Our focus in 2017 will be increasing the comfort and luxury for our customers while operating on time.

PETER

GROUP M CHIEF EX MALAYSI

Several new destinations in China commence in April 2017 and we have applied for further new routes in late 2017. In October 2017, we start delivery of our new Airbus A350XWB widebody aircraft. Parts of the wing and engine are manufactured in Malaysia and are already completed. You will love the widebody Airbus A350 on the Malaysian network.

PETER BELLEW

CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER MALAYSIA AIRLINES BERHAD

Travel is increasingly booked on mobile devices. Please download our excellent new mobile app which allows for a faster booking than from a traditional PC. We have a travel application development competition taking place on 18-19 February. The Malaysia Airlines Hackathon should produce some innovative apps that can promote Malaysia globally.

Malaysia Airlines is a sponsor of the Langkawi International Maritime and Aerospace Exhibition, which takes place from 21-25 March. The beautiful tropical island of Langkawi is the most stunning location on the planet for such an event. Look out for our super jumbo A380 doing a flypast in the Langkawi airspace and our A330 which will be on static display throughout the duration.

2017 is the year for Malaysia Airlines. The entire Malaysia Airlines family is determined to make improvements both significant and subtle to earn your loyalty and trust with every journey. To all our guests, I sincerely thank you for choosing Malaysia Airlines and, as always, wish you the very best of journeys with the MH family.

FEBRUARY 2017

Interviews with MPO’s Timothy Tsukamoto, KFit’s Joel Neoh, Chef Toni Valero and more

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MY Guide to Perth, Japan’s tranquil Okayama city, and top spots for a picnic in Macau

Malaysia’s creative collectives, and LFC Legend Vladimír Šmicer takes our quiz!

Cover Illustration LIANA AHMAD Perth in Western Australia is our featured city this month. Take our MY Guide on pages 34-37 with you on your visit there.

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Editor’s Note

2016 has been a calamitous year for musicians with the passing of such icons as David Bowie, Prince, Glenn Frey, Leonard Cohen, and of course, George Michael, whose death on Christmas Day shocked many. Their music has most likely helped someone overcome a hard time or been used to celebrate an occasion.

It doesn’t matter what kind of music you listen to – pop, jazz, R&B or classical. The fact is, music has been an integral part of the human experience since time immemorial. Music is therapeutic and is known to promote wellness, manage stress, alleviate pain, enhance memory and even, improve communication.

JULIE GOH EDITOR

In Malaysia, the Malaysian Philharmonic Orchestra (MPO) has been building concert audiences to ensure classical music thrives well into the future. It has been nurturing the next generation of classical music lovers through its Family Fun Day series and a youth ensemble, which it manages. The Family Fun Day series is targeted at children because it believes in exposing the very young to classical music to help them develop concentration, reasoning and selfdiscipline. In a wide-ranging interview for our Têteà-Tête column this month, Timothy Tsukamoto, General Manager of MPO, discusses what the orchestra has done to promote classical music in Malaysia and what’s in store for fans in the current season ending June, amongst others.

This month, we also spoke to Joel Neoh, that easygoing and highly intelligent successful entrepreneur best known for his role at Groupon Malaysia, and Chef Toni Valero of the ambitious Coquo modern dining restaurant in the complex of Solaris Dutamas.

Both young gentleman are accomplished in their fields of work, and the interviews are insightful.

Next, our travel features take us to sunny and cheerful Perth and the serene Japanese city of Okayama. The prefecture on the island of Honshu is relatively undiscovered, making it a destination worth visiting for those looking for off-the-beatenpath locations. Finally, if you are unfamiliar with the splendour of the traditional Malay brocade, songket, I urge you to read about it in our Warisan column, where writer Alexandra Wong has given a concise account of its history and use.

Till next month, have a wonderful time wherever you are going.

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Winner What fascinated me most about your September 2016 issue is its underlying concept of celebrating Malaysia’s heroes and heroines, especially when the country celebrated Malaysia Day on 16 September.

Regardless of the struggles and perseverance for fame, prosperity, personal satisfaction and interest, these great individuals – Dato’ Sri Farah Khan, Malaysia’s fashion mogul, Mr. Chiu Keng Guan, director of the movie Ola Bola, Ms Stephanie Chai, CEO of TheLuxeNomad.com, Mr Tan Kok Oo, the maker of Nyonya beaded shoes and Mr Henry Martinus, the good Samaritan who is providing learning opportunities for refugee children – have heroic and noble tales to share with other fellow Malaysians and visitors to Malaysia. Their tales through the well-presented articles and illustrious photos are a pleasure to read.

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Our pick of gadgets to have

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“Lighter, thinner, stronger, impossibly powerful” – so says Asus, when describing its new ZenBook 3. The laptop has an ultra-thin 11.9mm profile, yet it features a top-notch Harman Kardon four-speaker audio system. A spun-metal unibody finish, gilded edge highlights and gold keyboard backlight further lend the ZenBook 3 a stunningly rich look. asus.com

2. Listening Made Easy

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The Lenovo Phab 2 Pro is claimed to be the world’s first smartphone to include Tango – a new technology from Google that enables augmented reality gaming and utilities.

Measure objects with your phone, visualise furniture to see how it looks in your home, or simply play with your virtual pet. lenovo.com

With three interchangeable attachments (ear gels, hooks and wings), Jabra’s new Halo Free earphones stay securely in place and remain comfortable, adapting to different lifestyles.

When not in use, they rest comfortably around the neck and are ideal for those who switch between work and personal tasks minute by minute, and the microphone is even water and dust resistant too. jabra.com

GlocalMe’s U2 is a slim and ultra-lightweight gadget that acts as a personal Wi-Fi hotspot.

Using innovative Cloud SIM technology, it allows access to any one country’s local 4G networks. The device connects up to five portables simultaneously, and is available in colours of champagne gold or steel. glocalme.com

5. Timeless Design The Samsung Gear S3 is described as having the aesthetics of a truly premium watch, but with advanced features built into it. Simply twist the bezel to answer a call, turn up the volume or turn off the alarm. The same action also allows for scrolling through apps, messages and long text. It comes in two models – the Classic and the sporty Frontier. samsung.com

6. Old, Made New Google has launched a new app called PhotoScan, which is designed to make it easy to scan printed photographs using a smartphone camera. Just take four separate quick images of a printed photo and the app will then stitch them together to create a perfect high-resolution digital copy. The multiimage capture method also eliminates issues that normally plague digital photos of print photographs, including glare and distortion. google.com/photos/scan

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3. Real-World Innovation

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Our pick of movies to watch in-flight this month

The Accountant

Secuestro (Boy Missing)

Bittersweet

Christian Wolff, a highly functioning autistic, works as a freelance accountant for some of the world’s most dangerous criminal organisations tracking insider financial deceptions. Christian takes on an assignment for the Living Robotics Corporation and discovers millions of dollars missing. When people at Living Robotics start winding up dead, it is obvious that the mastermind behind the embezzlement will stop at nothing to silence those involved in the investigation.

Patricia de Lucas, a reputable lawyer and mother of a deaf child, takes the law into her own hands when her son is almost kidnapped and the suspect is released by the police due to lack of evidence. However, the situation gets out of control when Patricia’s actions result in unforeseen consequences.

It’s a story of the extremes to which a mother will go to protect her child and the ethical problems that ensue.

Maki, a creative executive who has refused to eat vegetables her entire life, meets Nagisa, a closeted gay vegetarian with amazing cooking skills, and the pair ends up living together as roommates. Being total opposites in character and habits, the two initially clash. Maki eventually falls for Nagisa and the meals he prepares for her, but realises she can never be his lover. As they begin accepting each other for who they are, an unconventional relationship forms.

BEN AFFLECK, ANNA KENDRICK, J.K. SIMMONS R / / 128 mins / Action, Crime, Drama / E, G, I, J, E+

BLANCA PORTILLO, JOSE CORONADO PG-13 / / 110 mins / Thriller, Suspense, Action / ES, E+

HARUNA KAWAGUCHI, KENTO HAYASHI G / 95 mins / Romance, Comedy / J, E+

For more in-flight entertainment selections, please see pages 87–94 of our Going Places In-Flight Entertainment Guide.

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Inspiring health + wellness

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1. Ultimate Relaxation

3. Daily Comfort

Melt away stress and tension in style at the award-winning Spa Village at Pangkor Laut Resort, Malaysia.

Specially built to maximise restfulness and relaxation for guests, an extensive range of treatments derived from Malaysian cultures are available, along with treatments from Japan, China, India, Thailand and Bali. All treatments are preceded by a unique Bath House Ritual that includes a footbath and Chinese foot pounding, a Malay ‘circulating’ bath, Japanese-style cleansing with goshi-goshi cloth, a Shanghai Scrub gentle exfoliating wash, and a cup of calming tea before the actual treatment begins.

Choose from over 50 treatments to customise your own spa experience or go with the flow of their tailored packages and enjoy a truly rejuvenating day at the tranquil spa. spavillage.com/pangkorlaut

Say goodbye to dryness and discomfort while wearing Alcon’s Dailies Total1 contact lenses developed with nearly 100 percent water on its outer surface to provide superior comfort for up to 16 hours. Whatever your activity during the day, having perfect vision with zero discomfort is always good, especially when travelling, and there is no need to bother with cleansing and storing of contact lenses at the end of the day with these daily lenses. Available in Malaysia from selected eye care professionals. dailies.com

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It’s the confident woman that wears Boss The Scent For Her, the new fragrance inspired by designer Jason Wu’s creative direction for Boss Womenswear. The scent is elegant yet warm and seductive, with top notes of Honeyed Peach and Freesia, warm hints of the Osmanthus flower, and a luscious Roasted Cocoa base note. Available at Boss fragrance counters now as well as online. thefragranceshop.co.uk

4. Personal Skin Polisher Enhance your skincare regime with the Personal Microderm Pro from PMD. This microdermabrasion device uses a patented spinning disc technology and powerful vacuum suction to remove dead skin cells and promote natural growth of collagen inside the dermis. Used once a week, this skin polisher helps to diminish the appearance of fine lines, uneven skin tone, blemishes and age spots. pmdbeauty.com

5. Super Bowl If you have a sweet tooth yet need to watch your diet, you can get your fix at the new Cabana Açai Bar at Publika Shopping Gallery, Kuala Lumpur. Packed with vitamins, antioxidants, essential fatty acids, amino acids and other nutrients, açai bowls and smoothies from Cabana are filling as well as healthful and will help give a big boost to your day. facebook.com/Cabana.Acai.MY

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Nothing says ‘Love’ quite like Tiffany’s and a necklace that actually says so. The ‘Paloma Picasso Graffiti Love’ pendant, matched with the ‘Return To Tiffany’ Love earrings, will never fail when it comes to impressing, and signalling your feelings to, your loved ones. tiffany.com

The Amore Collection from the Tory Burch Spring 2017 Valentine’s Day collection says it all about love. The different accessories cleverly hint at the different moods brought on by love, including feelings of fun and happiness as seen on these Double Wrap bracelets in bright colours with cute accents. toryburch.com

2. Artful Rooster Signalling the Year of the Rooster, Vacheron Constantin offers two new creations in its Métiers d’Art collection. Not just focusing on the star animal in the Chinese Zodiac this year, an artful touch to the watch comes in the form of designs on its face inspired by the art of paper-cutting called jianzhi, originating in China. Meanwhile, the intriguing enamel design is achieved through Grand Feu enamelling techniques, adding to the artistic value of this masterpiece. vacheron-constantin.com

4. Fresh Classic The Rado Ceramica, an iconic classic, has been given a fresh twist, courtesy of acclaimed industrial designer Konstantin Grcic. The two gents’ models now sport a matte velvety finish with a face that is bolder and more legible. Meanwhile, there are more models for the ladies to choose from, including the glossy black model and white high-tech ceramic model that both feature diamond studs on the watch face at 3, 6, 9 and 12 o’clock. rado.com

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Muscle car enthusiasts should take note of new watch brand REC of Copenhagen for its P-51 model made from recycled 1960s Mustangs. Apart from its classic All-American-inspired styling, owners of these watches will also be interested in the add-ons that include a video of the specific Mustang their watch comes from, with its dial engraved with the vehicle identification number of the same car. It is powered by the workhorse Miyota Cal. 9130 automatic movement with a 48-power reserve. Find the entire range of REC watch at Red Army Watches outlets or online. redarmywatches.com

For the serious cigar aficionado, the Art Deco-inspired case from Comyns is a must-have. Choose from the two-cigar or three-cigar case. Not the type to enjoy a fine Cuban? Then the matching name cardholder reminiscent of iconic architecture such as the Empire State Building and the Chrysler Building is sure to impress at business meetings. Available at selected Royal Selangor stores worldwide or online. comyns-silver.com

6. Vivier In Love Step to the rhythm of amour with these ballerina flats from the Spring Summer 2017 Love Tattoo Collection from Roger Vivier. Printed with the familiar love tattoo motif, they are trendy yet classic at the same time. Perfect for everyday wear. rogervivier.com

8. City Bling The Valentine’s Day collection from Swarovski celebrates Parisian romance, incorporating an edgy, urban feel to its shiny, pavéd bling, as seen on these ‘Subtle’ bracelets. Perfect as gifts for loved ones, these are pieces that will be cherished forever. swarovski.com

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Congratulations to the winners of the

Going Places Readers’ Choice Awards 2016 Best Serviced Residence PNB Perdana Hotel & Suites On The Park

Best Restaurant Troika Sky Dining

Best 3-Star Hotel

Cititel Express, Penang

Best 4-Star Hotel

The Everly Putrajaya

Best Boutique Hotel Hotel Maison Boutique

Best Beach Resort The Datai Langkawi

Best Spa & Wellness Centre

The Banjaran Hotsprings Retreat Ipoh

Best Shopping Mall

Pavilion Kuala Lumpur

Best 5-Star Hotel

Best Travel Companion + Luggage

Best Travel Agent

Best Night Spot

Best Golf Course

Best Theme Park

Hilton Kuala Lumpur

Mayflower Holidays

Saujana Golf & Country Club

Samsonite

Marini’s On 57

Sunway Lagoon

Winners were based on the largest number of votes received during an online voting campaign from June to December 2016.

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Travel Concierge

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The inside track on the best accommodations, dining options and calendar of events from Malaysia and around the world.

SNOWY SPECTACLE

THE SAPPORO SNOW FESTIVAL ATTRACTS MILLIONS OF VISITORS, who come to view the snow and ice sculptures lining a 1.5-kilometre stretch of Odori Park in Sapporo, Japan. Held on 1-12 February, this major wintertime spectacle looks particularly magical at night, when the icy statues and blocks are lit up beautifully. There will also be giant snow slides, ice sculpture contests, ice bars and more.

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1. Midwest Music

2. Piercing Devotion

3. Surf Competition

Don your cowboy hats and jig to rustic country beats at the Miri Country Music Fest on 25-26 February at Parkcity Everly Hotel in Miri city in the east Malaysian state of Sarawak. Bands in the line-up include Texan country musicians Shane Smith & The Saints, Australia’s James Thomson & The Strange Pilgrims, Brunei’s The Casual Ceilidh, as well as Malaysia’s very own Raggy Project, Adi Wow & Maha, Russell Curtis, Country Road and the Mountain Wind.

The festival offers fun for all the family, with music and dance workshops, food and drinks, handicrafts and game booths.

The Hindu festival of Thaipusam falls on 9 February this year, and attracts up to a million devotees to the temple at Batu Caves in Kuala Lumpur. A festival to honour and pay penance to Lord Murugan, the Hindu god of war, the practice of carrying kavadi (burden) is performed by devotees, who shave their heads and undertake a pilgrimage on a procession route. Some carry pots of milk, while others pierce their bodies with pins, hooks or spikes and carry a decorated canopy up into the cave temple.

The monsoon season on Peninsular Malaysia’s east coast brings about torrential rains and winds measuring up to 26 knots. It also attracts adrenaline seekers, who flock to the beaches of Kuantan in the state of Pahang for the Balok Wind Challenge. The annual wind and kite surfing competition attracts dozens of participants from all over the world. This year’s event on 17-19 February will see contestants vying for the title of champion and lucrative prize money.

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4. Uniquely Singaporean

5. Nuclear Meet

6. Reliving History

Experience a festival unique to Singapore at the Chingay Parade, the largest street performance and float parade in Asia. The main event at the F1 Pit Building runs on 10-11 February and features a bevy of floats, dancing dragons and costumed performers. This is followed by a Chinatown Night Fiesta on 12 February. Marking the festival’s 45th year will be spectacular water, fire, snow and light effects, music and dance, as well as stunning pyrotechnics.

Nuclear power plays an important role in fulfilling surging energy demand in Asia, and this year, Kuala Lumpur will host the 8th Nuclear Power Asia 2017, a conference and exhibition that acts as a platform to tackle matters related to nuclear energy. Held on 7-8 March, the event brings together key decision makers, government agencies, stakeholders and industry players to exchange information and discuss issues affecting regional nuclear power programmes. This year’s theme is Fuelling a Sustainable Future, with a focus on new builds, capacities and development of nuclear power in the region.

Every year in the Italian town of Ivrea, citizens reenact their liberation from tyranny at the Historical Carnival of Ivrea, which falls on 11 February to 1 March. The story goes that in medieval times, a baron who starved the city was driven away by a miller’s daughter, who rebelled against him and roused the people to revolt. The highlight of the festival is the Battle of the Oranges, where members of the public, representing common folk, pelt oranges at the feudal lord’s “army”, who fire back from horse-drawn carts, while wearing protective masks that symbolise ancient armour. A colourful procession follows, with floats and performers from all over Italy and Europe.

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1. New Tasting Menu

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Singapore’s Tippling Club is taking its culinary offerings to the next level with new tasting menus devised by Chef-Owner Ryan Clift, with the help of new Assistant Head Chef Ayodeji Adeyemi. The highly acclaimed restaurant — named the 31st best restaurant by Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants in 2016 — now offers two tasting menus in the form of the Classic menu and the Gourmand menu. Highlights include Lamb A’La Francaise with confit pearl onions, lamb bacon, mint and onion puree; John Dory with roasted cauliflower puree, fermented and fried cauliflower, and masala veloute; and A4 Toriyama beef with horseradish burrata, Japanese fruit tomato, and artichoke.

Chef Jerome Merlo of The Temple Café at The Temple House in Chengdu has launched a new menu inspired by the timeless French bistro experience.

Embracing the wholesome farm-to-table concept with an emphasis on carefully sourced ingredients, the menu offers a range of pastries and classic French dishes.

Hailing from the Bordeaux region in France, Merlo’s signature entrees include the delightfully moreish Pan-Fried Duck Liver with Balsamic Vinegar and Brioche Sticks, and the tender and aromatic Seven-Hour Lamb, slow-cooked to juicy perfection and served with leeks, portobello mushroom, roasted garlic and a demi-glace sauce.

Sample the best of Teochew cuisine at the Imperial Treasure Fine Teochew Cuisine Restaurant in Singapore’s ION Orchard. This is the latest in a line of successful restaurants owned by the Imperial Treasure Restaurant Group, whose Shanghai restaurant recently earned two Michelin stars in the 2017 Michelin Guide Shanghai. Diners can expect a Teochew feast with signature dishes such as Chilled Flower Crab in Teochew Style, which uses Guangdong-sourced crabs that are seasoned with black vinegar and ginger to retain the meat’s delicate texture and sweetness. For a bit of adventure, order the pan-fried pork intestines stuffed with glutinous rice and peanuts.

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4. A Taste Of The Big Apple

5. Modern Classics

6. Food Truck Fiesta

New York diners are the inspiration behind BarBenQue, the latest addition to the restaurants of The BIG Group. Located at Plaza Batai in Damansara Heights, Kuala Lumpur, the casual diner will appeal to anyone craving American favourites. Start with The Bar-Ben-Que Burger, the classic allAmerican beef burger made with a grilled Australian beef patty, crisp iceberg lettuce, tomatoes, special sauce and ketchup, or go for the cheeky take on the Hot Dog made with grilled homemade chicken and sage sausage, pickled red onions, house-made special sauce, ketchup, and potato crisps. If you have room for dessert, round off your meal with a bottomless soda and DeepFried Mars Bar.

Singapore-born and Swiss-raised Chef Gray Kunz has built a reputation as a top chef when Jamie Oliver was still in his teens, having earned a four-star rating in The New York Times when he helmed the legendary Lespinasse at The St Regis New York during the 1990s. Although Lespinasse closed its doors in 2003, Kunz’s modern European cuisine can still be savoured at Hong Kong’s Café Gray Deluxe at The Upper House, which sees Kunz creating classic dishes using the best locally sourced organic ingredients. Seasonal mains offered include Irish Stew with Soda Bread; Charred Sea Bass with Lavender Verjus; and Organic Chicken Coq Au Vin, while new additions to the dessert section include the Elderflower Vanilla Bombe Glacée, and the tong-sui-style Chilled Soup of Pear and Chrysanthemum.

This February, head to 518 High Street, Preston in Melbourne, a former car yard and warehouse that plays host to the city’s favourite food trucks in a block-party-style gathering. Each weekend in February will feature a theme, starting with a Taco and Tequila Fiesta (3-5 February), a Valentine’s Weekend (10-12 February), Indian Street Food Festival (17-19 February) and ending with the Big Pizza Festival (24-26 February). Besides the food, there will also be live music, dancers, and entertainment suited to the theme, with Barry’s Bar serving craft beer and cider on tap.

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Sky Avenue Mall at Resorts World Genting has welcomed three new dining establishments. The first is Burger & Lobster Restaurant, which has a global reputation for serving premium burgers made from corn-fed, naturally marbled Angus steak and wild lobsters flown in live from the Atlantic Ocean. Then sip café noir at Cafés Richard, one of France’s most famous coffee roasters with roots dating back to 1892, or sample their fresh croissants and other French pastries and dishes. If you’re craving for a wood-fired oven pizza, Brooklyn’s famous pizza joint, Motorino, is sure to please.

Tucked away on upscale Kuala Lumpur neighbourhood Bangsar’s Lorong Maarof is a cosy little al fresco café called Grind 22. Selling itself as ‘your coffee hideout in the heart of Bangsar’, it promises great hospitality and even greater coffee from a blend of beans sourced from Ethiopia, Kenya and North West Sumatra. With plenty of natural sunlight to please ‘Foodstagrammers’, the café is a must-visit for cake lovers with its mouth-watering Milo Tabor, Pavlova, Key Lime, Nutella, and mango cheesecakes. A perfect combination to melt away the stress of city life.

Healthy eating and gourmet pleasures come together at Kitchen by Food Rebel, a Melbournestyle café-cum-bistro in Singapore’s hectic CBD area. The menu, created by owner and health coach Elika Mather and Head Chef Yuliya Tyschenko, reflects their approach to what good eats should be. Their specialities include Buddha Bowls, of which there are two varieties: The chicken protein bowl, which includes hormone-free chicken, hummus, avocado and pumpkin; while the vegan option includes sweet potato, chickpea, beetroot hummus, quinoa and a tofu-avocado mix. There are also mains like the Sustainable Barramundi or the Rebel Chicken Burger, a hormone-free chicken patty served with baked sweet potato fries.

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1. A Taste Of Java

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Modern urban retreat best describes Alila Solo, a landmark luxury hotel in the Indonesian city of Solo, also known as ‘The Spirit of Java’. Rising above the main commercial avenue, its 255 rooms and suites combine contemporary style and subtle Javanese influences, with beautiful batik murals in each room. Choose from deluxe and executive rooms and suites, or upgrade to an Alila Suite, which overlooks hanging gardens and a private infinity pool. On the hotel’s 29th floor is Agra, a hip rooftop lounge and bar, where guests can enjoy cocktails and delicious food while admiring panoramic 270-degree views of the city.

Experience warm hospitality in the heart of Colorado’s ski region at The Little Nell, Aspen’s only five-star, five-diamond hotel.

In addition to 78 stylish guest rooms and 14 suites filled with contemporary works of art and palettes of cream, blue and chocolate, guests will be privy to exclusive ski-in and ski-out access to Aspen Mountain. Soak tired muscles in the heated outdoor pool and jacuzzi or indulge in delicious cuisine at the hotel’s two restaurants. The family-friendly resort offers babysitting services and children’s ski and bike rentals. Rounding off the ultimate ski holiday is an après-ski bar and a 20,000-bottle wine cellar.

Once a fishing village, Hoi An now plays host to many luxury hotels and resorts. The latest to be launched on Vietnam’s most beautiful beach is the Four Seasons The Nam Hai. With three beachfront infinity swimming pools, a beach bar and 100 luxurious villas with beautiful ocean views and outdoor gardens, the resort is the ultimate in luxury beach living. Some of the villas come with additional private grounds, a private swimming pool and direct access to the beach, a stone’s throw from three UNESCO heritage sites. Experience exhilarating water sports, or immerse yourself in the local culture with activities at the resort’s cooking academy.

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6. Holiday In Style

Luxury mountain resort Aman Le Mélézin reopens in Courchevel, France after a comprehensive eight-month refurbishment, which sees 19 renovated rooms and suites fitted with new interiors from carpet to ceiling. Three of these will each feature a large terrace and a private hot tub made from red cedar wood, with a view of the slopes and surrounding mountains that capture the beauty and charm of the traditional French château.

Over at the Cigar Lounge, a selection of books, fine whiskeys and cosy leather chairs provide guests with a relaxing ambience to wind down after a long day of skiing.

Nestled between a 10-million-year-old rainforest and the tranquil Datai Bay is The Andaman, a 178-room resort offering comfort and relaxation in an idyllic tropical setting. Dubbed by National Geographic as the ‘ninth best beach in the world’, Datai Bay is home to an 8,000-year-old coral reef. Through the resort’s Coral Nursery programme, guests can transplant their own coral colony or go for private snorkelling sessions. For an unforgettable stay, book the nature-inspired presidential suite, which comes with its own living area, solid teak furnishings, a fully outfitted bar and pantry, gym facilities, jacuzzi, sauna and floor-to-ceiling windows with uninterrupted views of the rainforest and the beautiful Andaman Sea.

Gracing the shores of the Gulf of Thailand is Radisson Blu Resort Hua Hin, a new beach resort offering stylish accommodations with fantastic seaside views. The resort’s 118 rooms are done in soothing earth tones and local fabrics.

Take a dip at the beachfront free-form infinity pool while sipping on iced cocktails from the poolside restaurant.

Alternatively, work out at the health club or indulge in rejuvenating treatments at the spa. The surrounding beach community is a great place to soak up local culture as guests can watch local fishermen cast their nets or visit the temples nearby.

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To help guests unwind on their travels, Westin Hotels and Resorts recently launched three bespoke adult colouring sheets, created by celebrated illustrator Johanna Basford of the best-selling Secret Garden book fame. Featuring beautiful illustrations inspired by Westin’s Feel Well approach, the sheets are available exclusively at the brand’s establishments across Asia Pacific until the end of February. In Kuala Lumpur, guests can unleash their creativity at a colouring counter at the Lower Lobby, choosing from a design that depicts lush gardens, exotic flowers and dancing butterflies or a heart-shaped one with elegant lavender sprigs and cups of chamomile tea. A third design pays homage to travel and adventure, with images of maps, airplanes and scuba diving fins.

Stately and spacious, Wynn Palace Cotai’s 1,706 rooms and suites promise a high-end experience for both business and leisure travellers. From custom-designed beds and soothing neutral palettes to oversized HD TVs and bedside consoles that open and close your drapery, comfort and convenience are all at one’s fingertips. Amenities include a spa, salon, fitness centre and The Flower Shop, where guests can watch talented floral designers at work and order custom arrangements to brighten up their rooms, or to take home as souvenirs.

Just 10 minutes from Angkor Wat is Belmond La Résidence d’Angkor, an ideal base for travellers looking to explore ancient historical sites. Recently reopened as an all-suite hotel following a refurbishment, the secluded retreat lies amid tranquil villages and centuriesold jungles. Its newly designed interiors hark back to the classical Khmer era, paired with contemporary Cambodia art such as handwoven silks and hardwood furnishings. The renovation also sees the addition of a new Deluxe Poolside Suite with a large alfresco terrace, offering views across tropical gardens and the saltwater swimming pool.

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This month, the Wei-Ling Gallery in Kuala Lumpur presents the second solo exhibition from emerging contemporary artist Cheong Kiet Cheng. ‘Behind Two Hills – The Chorus of Life’ sees the artist enter a new phase in her career and, indeed, her life. Inspired by her recent experience of becoming a mother, ‘Behind Two Hills’ comprises a series of paintings that celebrate the circle of life and the beauty of nature. Her pieces incorporate several characters and themes that all revolve around one another, reflecting how we all exist together on Earth. The show will continue until 28 February. weiling-gallery.com

2. Show Me The Monet The Fine Arts Museum of San Francisco invites you to see Claude Monet in a new light. The painter is renowned for his impressionist masterpieces, but ‘Monet: The Early Years’ demonstrates his talent for other genres, including portraiture and still life. “Monet is ubiquitous,” says Max Hollein, Director of the Museum. “People tend to think there is nothing more to know about him. This exhibition is revelatory.” legionofhonor.famsf.org

3. Silver Screen Sensations The 67th Berlin International Film Festival taking place from 9 to 19 February sees thousands of tourists, press and media professionals and stars flock to the city. The full public programme makes it one of the most inclusive film festivals in Europe, and aside from watching films, visitors are sure to enjoy the city’s buzzing atmosphere during this exciting and glamorous event. berlinale.de

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6. Showstopper The Affordable Art Fair travels to Milan this month to put on an inclusive event where there’s something to suit all tastes and budgets. From 9 to 12 February, venue Superstudio Più will become a cultural hub showcasing all things arty, including performances in collaboration with Warsteiner, talks, workshops and, of course, a magnificent display of hundreds of reasonably priced, desirable artefacts. affordableartfair.com

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If you’re in Los Angeles over February, be sure to visit the most dazzling exhibition in the city: ‘Diamonds: Rare Brilliance’ at The Natural History Museum of Los Angeles. Showcasing myriad rare diamonds, many expertly fashioned into exquisite pieces of jewellery, the exhibition also explores how the exceptional coloured diamonds are created. “We are thrilled to share these gems, which are incredibly rare in colour, intensity, quality and size — and so brilliantly fashioned from the original roughs — with museum visitors,” says the museum’s Mineralogy Curator, Dr Aaron Celestian.

“These jewels capture the imagination and will shine amongst the Museum’s world-renowned collection of gems and minerals.” nhm.org

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Galleries’ Night returns to Bangkok once again, this time bringing even more activities for all ages. The annual event is set to take place on 3-4 February along the city’s Silom/Sathorn BTS line on the first day, and along the Sukhumvit BTS line the following day. At these two locations, visitors will be treated to an abundance of exhibitions, public performances, talks, refreshments, and live music. The free event serves to promote Thailand’s dynamic contemporary art scene, introducing new artists and organisations to locals and tourists alike. facebook.com/galleriesnight

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Datin Shalini Ganendra

PETALING JAYA, MALAYSIA

NEW YORK CITY, U.S.A

What do you love most about this city?

The cultural development, ranging from art galleries to dining experiences spread through sprawling, green suburbs dotted with 1950s and contemporary buildings.

One thing about the locals.

Driven.

Where would you take a first-timer to in this city?

To SGFA’s Gallery Residence for a meaningful introduction to contemporary Malaysian and regional art practices, and to appreciate the building’s innovative architecture, designed by Malaysian architect Ken Yeang. It is a multi-faceted platform for appreciating Malaysian creative talent. We would then stop for a cup of organic, Fairtrade coffee at the small café there.

What is the one thing that the first-timer must do in this city?

Take a long walk through University Malaya and visit the Botanical Gardens there.

Your favourite dish from here and where might we find it?

Otak-otak at My Elephant. It’s a Thai restaurant that’s always packed despite its discreet location. Do make a reservation.

The best place to have dinner with: a. family – Uroko, a Japanese restaurant in Section 17. b. friends – My Elephant or The Section 17 street food stalls.

The best thing about the locals.

Grounded, friendly, opinionated and energetic.

Name one souvenir to bring home.

Artwork.

Five words that sum up this city.

Developing, Dynamic, Daring, Delicious and Didactic.

Where might we find you at 1am in this city?

Having a good night’s rest.

What do you find most refreshing about this city?

Its pulse – filled with variety, contradiction and vitality.

The one place that everyone must visit: Museum of Metropolitan Art. The one local dish everyone must try.

Bagel with cream cheese.

The best thing you can do here for free.

A walk through Central Park.

Your favourite memory of this city.

Working as a Wall Street lawyer and the thrill of closing deals followed by celebrations with friends.

A lesson learnt from this city: Work smart, work hard and value good friendships.

The one thing you would do if you went back.

Explore Brooklyn.

What was the best piece of souvenir you took home from here?

Artwork by Krishna Reddy.

Name something they have there that you wished you had at home: A tolerant and effusive cultural scene.

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The Founder of Gallery Weekend Kuala Lumpur and Director of Shalini Ganendra Fine Art shares tips on two of her favourite cities.

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YOU NEED A HOLIDAY to recover after your holiday because holidays are exhausting.

You may have just returned from somewhere really amazing where you had the best time ever but after two weeks of, “What shall we eat?” “Whatever you want” “Just say what you want” “I really don’t mind” “We’re going to eat here” “Meh”, you need a holiday.

I get exhausted when travelling because of my annoying need to only have the most authentic experience, and it never ever comes true. I want to know I have experienced the same food and lifestyle as the locals, and not the rubbish they serve up for the tourists.

The Internet has made holidays even more exhausting for me because it’s seemingly full of great insider tips that will lead me to the best local food. But when I get to the restaurant I discover it’s the usual tourist rubbish and then I wonder why I ever trusted somebody called @Kiwi27 to know anything about Istanbul.

Occasionally I do stumble onto the genuine authentic experience and even then I am disappointed. I went to a country I will not name and had the local delicacy. I was walking along the street and I just followed the lunchtime crowd up two flights of stairs to what some might call a restaurant but what others might call a particularly nasty crime scene. The waiters were rude, there was no menu and the place was hot and filthy. It was perfect. I was among the locals and about to have their food. This would be a genuine authentic experience. But when the food came I was confused because it was some unknown things floating in unknown stuff. And did this

go with that, or did that go with this? I tried to subtly Google how to eat this strange dish but it didn’t really matter because in the end it tasted, well, really boring. But what was I expecting? This was just quick lunchtime food on a regular day.

Holidays are exhausting because they involve a lot of queuing but if you want to check-in or see the world famous attraction then you have to join the queue. Sometimes you have to join a queue just to join the queue.

And some people don’t understand that the cornerstone of civilisation is knowing how to queue. You must join the back of the queue and wait patiently until it is your turn when the man will say, “Sorry, we’re closed.” This happened to me in Copenhagen airport once.

I had been diligently waiting in the queue, like a proper member of the human civilisation, for literally five whole years (well, ten minutes, but it felt like a long time) and when I finally got to the front of the queue, the man closed the desk. So I had to join another queue for another five whole years. This happened a long time ago but I am still fumingly angry.

Despite their groundbreaking architecture and stunning design, how can Denmark ever hope to be considered a civilised nation if they don’t understand how a queue works?

But if you’re looking for the genuine authentic food experience then, as most Malaysians know, a long queue or a big crowd is often a good sign. In Malaysia, you can find two

identical restaurants right next door to each other where one is packed and the other is empty, and nobody really knows why but the thosai is definitely better here. But then you go back two weeks later and suddenly the previously empty one is now packed because the thosai is definitely better here. I always go with the herd. I’ve even joined long queues where I don’t even really know what they’re selling. I once queued up for five whole years to buy an exciting new brand of doughnut.

Unfortunately, when I finally got to eat them, I discovered they were disgusting. But of course I found them disgusting because I don’t like doughnuts. So why did I join the queue? Because it was there.

Searching for the genuine authentic experience when on holiday is exhausting.

We were on holiday in Austria, which is an absolutely beautiful country and the local cuisine is delicious (it’s a lot like Hainanese food), but after a few days of searching for the best Austrian chicken chop, we felt defeated because we were certain that it would have been better at the other restaurant. In the shadow of Vienna’s famous St. Stephen’s cathedral, we saw an empty Burger King. I had the Whopper and fries. It was one of the best meals I’ve ever had. I don’t think Burger King is particularly good but it was a wonderful moment because we were being what we honestly were: tourists briefly in one of the world’s most beautiful cities. It was a genuine authentic experience I will never forget.

Kam Raslan is the author of Confessions of an Old Boy: The Dato’ Hamid Adventures. He is also a columnist, and a writer and director working in film, TV and theatre in Malaysia. He will one day make his own feature film. Kam's column is written exclusively for Malaysia Airlines.

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Words Loh Li Lian Illustration Liana Ahmad Art Direction Euric Liew

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Delightful Perth The Western Australian city oozes a relaxed vibe and a great outdoor lifestyle.

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STUNNING VANTAGE POINT Make a beeline for Kings Park and Botanic Garden for sweeping views of Perth city, set along the banks of the magnificent Swan River. Lookout points, picnic spots and playgrounds abound in this 400-hectare inner city park, with its unique combination of natural bushland and manicured gardens.

Climb up the steps of DNA Tower, a 15-metrehigh viewing platform that resembles the DNA double helix molecule.

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DOWN TO THE RIVER The promenade at Elizabeth Quay brings you right to the Swan River. Go up the Bell Tower and take part in an interactive demonstration on the art of bell chiming. Then catch the ferry to South Perth, just across the river from the city centre. Walk to the Perth Zoo to see native Australian animals. At nearby Coode Street Jetty, hire a catamaran or kayak for a bit of aquatic fun while keeping an eye out for dolphins frolicking in the water.

URBAN HUB The suburb of Northbridge is teeming with restaurants, bars and clubs. Enjoy a drink with a view at The Aviary rooftop bar. Cathedral Square – a set of beautifully refurbished heritage buildings next to St George’s Cathedral – features Long Chim for delicious Thai food and cocktails, and Wildflower for contemporary food influenced by indigenous

seasonal ingredients. Crown Perth casino is open 24 hours every day, and dining options include Rockpool, Nobu and Bistro Guillaume.

CULTURE IN THE CITY The Hay and Murray Street malls feature modern shopping centres, but London Court, an open-roofed mock English Tudor arcade built in 1937, stands out. For a greater sense of Australia, head to the Perth Cultural Centre in Northbridge, where you’ll find, among others, the Art Gallery of Western Australia.

ECLECTIC FREO The port city of Fremantle, or Freo to the locals, mixes old heritage buildings with the buzz of pubs and outdoor cafés. Grab a coffee on the “cappuccino strip” at South Terrace. The indoor Fremantle Markets is open Fridays to Sundays and offers a mix of artisanal crafts, touristy souvenirs and local produce. Sit

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upstairs at the Sail and Anchor pub for a pint and balcony view of street performers outside the markets.

Stroll over to Fremantle Fishing Boat Harbour for fish and chips and fresh seafood at Kailis Fish Market. At Little Creatures, a microbrewery offering craft beer, take a seat in the courtyard at the back to quaff its famed pale ale accompanied by fries or a pizza.

SUNSET STRIP Perth’s coastline is blessed with stretches of fine white sand, sunshine and cloudless blue skies. Cottesloe Beach is sheer perfection in summer. Be warned the Indian Ocean is cold even on scorching-hot days – jump or dive in to get over the shock quickly. In cooler months, when the sun is out but the air is chilly, sit on the grassy slopes to watch die-hard surfers ride the waves and kite surfers race up and down the coast. Have a sundowner at

the Indiana bistro or the iconic Cottesloe Beach Hotel as the sun sets. The open-air art exhibition ‘Sculptures by the Sea’ is held right on the beach every March.

CRUISING THE SWAN Enjoy a cruise on the Swan River, departing from Barrack Street Jetty. Captain Cook Cruises offers a variety of boat trips that can include lunch or dinner. Indulge in a wine cruise that will take you to Swan Valley.

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GETTING AROUND It’s easy to travel by self-drive or public transport. The TransPerth website (also available on mobile app) is packed with information on bus, train and ferry services. Enjoy free CAT shuttle buses circling within Perth and Fremantle. The Free Transit Zone service in central Perth allows you to hop on and off any bus or train within the zone for free. Perth caters to cyclists with dedicated cycling paths along the foreshores. Explore Kings Park on a bike or ride from the city along the river and follow Mounts Bay Road until you reach Matilda Bay Reserve, next to the University of Western Australia.

AMAZING WEATHER The city’s Mediterranean climate means hot, sunny summers and mild but rainy winters. Perth is worth a visit in any season but the best time is spring, from September to November when wildflowers are in bloom.

USEFUL APPS Download the Experience Western Australia app by the state tourism agency to help you plan your holiday. TransitTimes Perth gets feeds from TransPerth to help you get around, and Winery Explorer is a cool app for information on Western Australia’s vineyards.

WHALE SIGHTINGS Take a cruise from Hillarys Boat Harbour for a spot of whale-watching off the coast from September to December when the gentle giants migrate south. Fancy seeing more marine animals? AQWA, the Aquarium of Western Australia, is also at the harbour. Keen birdwatchers should stop by Lake Monger to see black swans, the official bird of the state.

WORLD-CLASS WINES Perth is the gateway to Margaret River, a world-renowned wine and food region a few hours’ drive southwest of the city. For a closer option – less than 30 minutes away – visit Swan Valley. At Mandoon Estate, a boutique winery and beer brewery, choose between a fine dining restaurant, casual bistro or outdoor beer garden, where you can order food and drink to enjoy on a picnic mat. From wine tasting, move on to Yahava KoffeeWorks for coffee tasting. The café-store is filled with vintage memorabilia and sells specialty coffee and exotic teas together with accessories.

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For a glimpse of Western Australia’s heritage and penal colony past, head to the Maritime Museum and Fremantle Prison. Brave a night tour of the defunct prison by torchlight or explore its labyrinth of tunnels built by prisoners.

SPLISH SPLASH Take a ferry to Rottnest Island, or Rotto as the locals call it, from Barrack Street Jetty, Fremantle or Hillarys marina. Swim, snorkel and dive in the pristine waters. Hire a bike or get on the hop-on/hop-off island explorer bus. Rottnest is also home to large colonies of quokkas, a small marsupial found only in Western Australia.

Malaysia Airlines operates daily flights from Kuala Lumpur (KUL) to Perth (PER), Australia.

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Timothy Tsukamoto

Interview Julie Goh Photography SooPhye and courtesy of MPO

Nurturing Orchestral Music Timothy Tsukamoto, the General Manager of the Malaysian Philharmonic Orchestra, shares about the MPO’s initiatives and the exciting times ahead.

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What is your role as the General Manager of the MPO?

1. Child prodigy pianist Tengku Ahmad Irfan will perform at the MPO in May 2017 2. A performance from Cirque de la Symphonie 3. Tsukamoto oversees all the activities of the orchestra

As General Manager of the Malaysian Philharmonic Orchestra (MPO), I oversee all activities of the orchestra, including artistic planning (organising guest conductors and artists), management of the musicians in the orchestra, the orchestra’s music library, education and outreach activities, and the Malaysian Philharmonic Youth Orchestra. I formulate strategies, plans and budgets in all of the above areas.

What do you enjoy most about your role?

I get a lot of satisfaction seeing a live performance come together and then listening to the concerts, or the ‘final product’, knowing that I’ve been involved in its planning from start to finish. There are always different challenges encountered each day and each week when managing an orchestra, and I enjoy tackling these challenges.

What drew you to the MPO? How did you learn about the MPO and become the General Manager of the MPO? I remember reading an article about the MPO in 1998 when the orchestra had just been founded and the Dewan Filharmonik PETRONAS (DFP) had just opened. After seeing photos of the Twin Towers and the beautiful concert hall, I had always been intrigued and interested in the MPO/ DFP, and when I was offered my current position, I accepted because I knew it would be a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to work in Kuala Lumpur.

Has your career always been in the roles of arts management?

I have always worked in arts administration/orchestra management. The highlights of my career include positions with the Boston Symphony Orchestra in the United States,

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the Verbier Festival Orchestra in Switzerland, and the Hyogo Performing Arts Centre Orchestra in Japan.

What do Malaysians think of the MPO? Do Malaysians appreciate classical music?

Malaysians do appreciate classical music! I have met many MPO fans who have been attending concerts since the inception of the orchestra in 1998. Some people I see at concerts almost every week. There may not be as many classical music fans in Malaysia right now as in other countries, such as in Europe for example, but that is because the orchestra is still young, and we are still in the process of reaching out to people who are not familiar with classical music. The MPO is Malaysia’s first and only full-time professional orchestra. There is still much repertoire which has never been performed in Malaysia, and this presents exciting opportunities for the future. The MPO currently has nearly 1,000 subscribers, and I know that we will continue to build a larger following as the years go by.

What about Malaysian classical musicians?

Are there many of them?

Like all of the world’s great orchestras, the MPO is a truly international orchestra, with musicians representing over 20 nationalities, including several Malaysians. One of our current resident conductors, Harish Shankar, is from Malaysia, and we frequently collaborate with Malaysian artists. Our recent The Magic Flute production, for example, featured many local singers. The MPO has developed a special relationship with Malaysian child prodigy pianist

MPO is a truly international ‘‘Theorchestra, with musicians representing over 20 nationalities, including several Malaysians.‚‚ Tengku Irfan, who has solo-ed with the MPO on numerous occasions, and will return again in May 2017.

What are the benefits of exposing children to classical music? What can be done to encourage kids to love classical music?

There have been many studies conducted showing the numerous benefits of exposing children to classical music, including enhanced concentration and improved listening and social skills. Classical music inspires images and pictures in our minds, and listening to classical music can help children learn how to listen and to communicate better with others.

The MPO has specially created a Family Fun Day (FFD) concert series for families and younger audiences to explore the lighter side of classical music and the amazing sounds of the orchestra. The music presented is ideal for children, and is selected to stimulate their imagination and tell stories.

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Getting to know the MPO • The MPO gave its inaugural performance at the DFP on 17 August 1998. The symphony orchestra was made up of musicians from 25 nations.

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internationally acclaimed musicians have worked with the MPO, including Lorin Maazel, Sir Neville Marriner, Yehudi Menuhin, Joshua Bell, Harry Connick Jr., José Carreras, Andrea Bocelli and Branford Marsalis.

• The MPO regularly performs in major Malaysian

cities. Internationally, it has showcased its virtuosity to audiences in Singapore (1999, 2001 and 2005), Korea (2001), Australia (2004), China (2006), Taiwan (2007), Japan (2001 and 2009) and Vietnam (2013).

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Education and Outreach Programme, ENCOUNTER, reaches out to orphanages, hospitals, rehabilitation centres and community centres to develop musical awareness, appreciation and skills through dedicated activities that include instrumental lessons, workshops and school concerts.

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4. A scene from Giselle, performed by the Ballet Stars of Moscow, with music by the MPO 5. Aubrey Suwito, Malaysian pianist and composer, will perform in a special concert in May 2017 6. MPO resident conductor, Harish Shankar

The MPO also manages the Malaysian Philharmonic Youth Orchestra (MPYO), which was founded in 2006 to encourage young musicians to appreciate orchestral music and to build a pool of well-trained Malaysian instrumentalists.

How does the process of building a concert season come together? How does an orchestra find its guest artists?

The overall aim and objective in building a concert season is to offer an exciting variety of repertoire and artists.

Our core is the classical series, which is interspersed with family, pops, and other special concerts. Over the years, the orchestra develops relationships with favourite guest artists (conductors and soloists) who really connect with the orchestra musicians and have a rapport with our audiences. We then work together with the guest artists and their managers to match available dates, and select the repertoire for each programme. At the same time, we are also always on the lookout for new and engaging artists.

What can we expect from the MPO in 2017?

2017 offers a stimulating variety of concerts. We just started the year with an incredible semi-staged production of Mozart’s The Magic Flute opera (performed for the first

time by the MPO). We have many leading international conductors, including Roberto Abbado and Mark Wigglesworth – each conducting the orchestra for multiple weeks – and soloists, including pianist Stephen Hough and violinist Nemanja Radulović, collaborating with the MPO. Another highlight will be Bach’s complete Brandenburg Concertos performed over three weeks.

We have the FFD concert series and our Pops series will include Symphonic Pink Floyd and The Best of Rogers & Hammerstein concerts. A special concert will feature local pianist/composer Aubrey Suwito performing with the MPO, with popular local singers such as Dayang Nurfaizah, Faizal Tahir, Jaclyn Victor and Sean Ghazi. In addition, we also have regular chamber music concerts and organ recitals.

Our current season ends in June 2017, and then Season 2017/18, beginning in August 2017, will be the MPO’s 20th season, which will continue to provide attractive and entertaining performances.

There’s really something for everyone this year. Our concert hall, the Dewan Filharmonik PETRONAS has excellent acoustics, and the MPO is truly a first-rate orchestra. If you haven’t had a chance to attend a MPO concert at DFP, please come – it’s an experience not to be missed!

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Homegrown

Being Joel Neoh TYPICAL OF CHILDREN GROWING UP in Asian households,

Joel Neoh was constantly reminded to study hard and to do well in exams so he could have a comfortable adult life.

It didn’t help that both Neoh’s parents were educationists, which compounded the pressure to succeed.

So he studied hard and because he was good in maths and physics, he enrolled to study engineering at Monash University in Australia, where he obtained a scholarship, and graduated among the top three students in his course.

But as fate would have it, a two-month internship at an engineering company made him realise that perhaps applying formulas and using application tools was not what he wanted to do for a living. And when friends studying business took him to lectures that introduced him to the endless possibilities offered by the world of business, Neoh’s mind was made up for good.

“I never really knew what I wanted to be when I was younger. I think some people are clearer what they want to be, like a lawyer or doctor, but I struggled every year when asked what I want to be,” says Neoh, best known for his role as founder of Groupon Malaysia.

“In uni(versity), I studied engineering but the two instances made me realise that I didn’t want to be an engineer. Being in business gives me the freedom to create things,” he says. Armed with that enthusiasm and a burning need to try out new things, he embarked on a journey that would reward him for his curiosity.

Neoh started his first business venture at the age of 20 while still in university, pairing fresh graduates with

prospective employers and work opportunities, and grew it into a million-dollar concern. Despite this initial success, Neoh’s mother was still unconvinced if what he was doing was really going to set him up for life.

To win her over, he took part in The Firm, a corporate reality show and Malaysia’s version of The Apprentice. “My mom doesn’t want me to be an entrepreneur. She thinks it’s a hobby. I joined the show to explain to her what it was all about.” At 23 years old, Neoh was the youngest contestant but he beat 10 others to win the inaugural programme.

In 2010, Neoh founded GroupsMore, a social e-commerce start-up which became Groupon Malaysia when he sold it to the US-based e-commerce company in 2011, and became its CEO. In 2013, Neoh was made Head of Groupon Asia Pacific, a role he used to grow the business further. Utilising a high-growth business model, he led an expansion into 12 countries employing thousands of employees.

He exited Groupon in 2015 and since then, has co-founded several successful companies and invested in a string of tech start-ups across Asia. “When I was 20 years old (in 2003), the term ‘start-ups’ was not even popular because getting funding from venture capital funds did not even exist then in Malaysia,” says Neoh, who sits on the board of Malaysia-listed digital media firm, Rev Asia Berhad.

An episode of Oprah Winfrey in which the talk show host interviewed Desperate Housewives actress Marcia Cross resonated with him. Winfrey had asked Cross, “If you could go back in time and tell your 20-year-old self anything, what would it be?” Marcia said: “Stop worrying.

Be comfortable living in uncertainty.”

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What it takes to be one of Asia’s most inspiring and successful young entrepreneurs.

Homegrown /

Joel Neoh

is always a balance ‘‘There between perseverance

and grit. Some people may say we give up too fast, but it’s not about that.

We do think through our problems but we are clinical and fast. Maybe I am too optimistic but I don’t dwell on problems.

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“That really stuck with me,” says Neoh. “I am having so much fun building companies. I mean, it’s tough but so is life. Life is uncertain. Be comfortable with that.”

Indeed, Neoh has not allowed uncertainty to deter him.

Last November, the technopreneur returned to his starting point when his fitness start-up, KFit, acquired Groupon’s Malaysia operations, three months after acquiring Groupon Indonesia. Critics questioned the timing of the moves, citing deals fatigue among consumers in the last couple of years.

“There really is nothing to lose. When I think about failure, I think about indecisions that cause failures to be very painful, for example, hiring the wrong person or choosing the wrong business model or choosing the wrong investor. The ones that are most painful are the ones that you fail over a long period of time. Don’t dwell. If it isn’t working, move on.

“There is always a balance between perseverance and grit.

Some people may say we give up too fast, but it’s not about that. We do think through our problems but we are clinical and fast. Maybe I am too optimistic but I don’t dwell on problems,” he says.

Neoh’s never-say-never attitude earned him Ernst & Young’s Emerging Entrepreneur of the Year award in 2012 and a Malaysian Service Medal presented to him by Prime Minister Najib Razak. He was also named one of Asia’s Top 10 Young Entrepreneurs by Top 10 of Asia magazine. A regular speaker at youth and business forums, he keeps fit by playing tennis or squash or working out at the gym. Neoh has represented Malaysia in squash and rock climbing, and his home state of Kuala Lumpur in basketball, volleyball, handball and athletics. He even modelled for four years in his early 20s.

Neoh, whose mantra of ‘Go big or go home’ is well known, sits on the board of several other start-ups. Asked where he

sees himself in 10 years, he says he hasn’t thought about it. “I am a curious person so I don’t think that is something that will go away. A lot of times I get passionate about other people’s ideas. If one person has an idea, he can only do so much but a company can do a lot more. So, I like to talk to people about their ideas. The question is what role will I be playing – will I be starting something from scratch or investing in a company or running a larger-sized company?

I have done all three. I don’t see myself being out of any of that.”

Neoh does not believe in having a mentor. Instead, he reads. “Depending on the situation I am in, I read books that deal with it. I think that’s more efficient than having a mentor because a mentor’s experience may not apply to you. Asked what is a measure of success, he says it’s not money. “It’s happiness. In the course of building companies, I have met a lot of people with a lot of money but they aren’t necessarily happy. Money gives you options but it doesn’t drive happiness. I have friends who lead simple lives and have simple jobs but they are happy.”

At 33, it does seem that Neoh has it all figured out. He has accomplished more than what most people his age have.

Despite Mom’s initial reservations about him taking a path less ventured years ago, he has proven to her that this is what he is good at and is what makes him happy.

Neoh believes that painful failures are a result of indecisions

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Okayama, Japan

Words + Photography Rebecca Ilham

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Tranquility In Okayama Japan’s less-visited prefecture offers beautiful landscapes and natural attractions.

Stone bridge over the canal at the Bikan Historical Quarter

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Fast facts

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Okayama

Okayama City is the capital city of Okayama Prefecture

Located in the

south-central area affords it a mild climate

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Population is

720,705 people

Popular folklore hero

Momotaro was from Okayama

1. Kibi-no-Mori Botanical Gardens 2. Ingredients for the "Genghis Khan" lamb barbeque 3. The gorgeous sunset view of the Seto Ohashi Bridge that connects the islands of Honshu and Shikoku 4. The sloping wooden corridor of Kibitsu Shrine 5. Men pounding glutinous rice into cakes in the unique shamisen mochitsuki event

The city is

Muslim-friendly and Halal products

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AFFECTIONATELY KNOWN AS The Land of Sunshine for its abundance of bright sunny days, Okayama Prefecture in the Chūgoku region is often overlooked by travellers to Japan. But with its many sights, activities and unique local specialities, it is a destination that will not disappoint.

Koraku-en is easily the best sight in Okayama. One of three most beautiful gardens in Japan, its main pond is designed as a miniature of Lake Biwa, the largest freshwater lake in Japan, while a small mound overlooking it represents Mount Fuji. The nearby Okayama Castle, a majestic pentagon-based home of the prosperous Ikeda clan who ruled the area during the Shogunate era, is visible among the garden’s shrubs using the shakkei or ‘borrowed scenery’ technique. Indeed, it is a testament of the genius of the traditional Japanese garden landscape design.

For a change of scenery, a view from Mount Washu of the engineering marvel, Seto Ohashi Bridge, which has connected Okayama Prefecture on Honshu Island with Kagawa Prefecture on Shikoku Island for the past 30 years, is a sight to behold. To be one with nature, the Kibi-noMori Botanical Gardens offer natural landscapes of the Kibi Highland forest that will soothe one’s worries away.

To explore the local culture and heritage, the Kibitsu Shrine is an important institution for its link to Momotaro, a local folktale hero. People come from near and far for prayer ceremonies and Narukama Shinji, an ancient fortune-telling ritual using an iron pot. No less impressive is the walk through the 400-metre sloping wooden corridor between the main shrine and its smaller buildings, which provides a sweeping view of the vicinities.

The Bikan Historical Quarter in Kurashiki is another step back in time, with its charming canal lined by rows of wilting willow trees and preserved traditional shops and houses.

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A boating excursion along the canal is a novelty, while the Ohara Museum of Art, the oldest museum of Western art in Japan, offers a glimpse into the Japanese appreciation for modern arts. A stay at a ryokan (traditional inn) is an ultimate Japanese experience, and Yubara Onsen, which boasts the best hot spring waters in Western Japan, will provide a therapeutic stay for both the mind and body.

While horses come to recuperate at Joba Horse Riding Club, visitors can benefit too by trying the guided horse-riding sessions. The fresh mountain air of the Kibi Highlands will revitalise even the weariest traveller. Both children and adults will be delighted by the experience of patting and feeding the tame animals during their snack times.

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set meals (teshoku). Other options abound. Meat lovers will rejoice at jingusukan, a lamb barbecue whose name is derived from Genghis Khan; this is served at Hiruzen Highland Centre. A ten-don (rice bowl with assorted tempura dishes) at Ten-Ichi in Kurashiki is another recommendation for a fuss-free yet fulfilling meal. Seasoned foodies should sample the elaborate, luxurious multi-course kaiseki-style dinner at Ryoutei. Meanwhile, Sante, a subsidiary of a local health product company Daiya Industry, is committed to offering wholesome modern meals without compromising the flavour.

Making rice cakes (mochi) is a New Year’s tradition in Japan, and at Kibitsu Shrine, one can witness and participate in the unique shamisen mochitsuki event, in which glutinous rice is rhythmically pounded using wooden pestles and mortars to the music from an assembly of traditional three-stringed instrument called shamisen. Another local speciality, ni-hachi soba (buckwheat noodle), is not only served at Himawari-kan in Maniwa City, but there are soba-making sessions with a master who will guide participants on the process from scratch. When blueberries are in season, the 45-minute jam-making session at Kibi Kayou is perfect for kitchen novices and experts alike, as participants will come to appreciate the simple way of preparing natural, preservative-free blueberry jam.

Simplicity is a revered trait of Japanese sweets: Rice cakes (mochi) can quickly be transformed into abekawa mochi just

by rolling the dough in toasted soy bean powder mixed with fine sugar. Traditional sweets notwithstanding, a modern invention called Kabaya Ju-C, tablet-like sweets in a plastic tub, is available in many flavours, but peach, a local speciality, is the best option. Taken in moderation, these sweets are a perfect complement to one’s Okayama experience.

Legend has it that kibi dango is the sweet of a champion; the sweetened plain rice cake was Momotaro’s staple when he left home on a quest to defeat the ogre Ura. Chewy in texture and sinfully addictive, it is also perfect as a souvenir. It would also be hard not to notice murasuzume as one strolls along the canal in the Bikan Historical Quarter.

This delicious semi-circular crepe-like confectionery, filled with sweet red bean paste, exudes the understated elegance that has long been associated with traditional Japanese sweets.

Okayama is a destination for all seasons. In winter, indulge in snow sports in Hiruzen Highlands, and in spring, take delight in viewing cherry trees blossom all around the city.

Summer is when peaches and Muscat grapes are at their peak, and in autumn, leaves in shades of red and gold will leave visitors in awe.

Malaysia Airlines operates daily flights from Kuala Lumpur (KUL) to Osaka (KIX), Japan. From Osaka, Okayama is 45 minutes away via the Shinkansen bullet train.

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Eating outdoors in Macau

Words + Photography Mark Parren Taylor

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Macau al fresco “GET LOST!” IS THE KINDEST THING anyone can say to you

in Macau.

It’s good advice - take it! Slip down an alley, head away from the crowds, choose the least likely route, and suddenly you’re in a different city. It’s a Macau of tangled streets and lanes, overhung with balconies and heavy with a Mediterranean air that lingers even though the winds of change rush along them.

1. Rua do Cunha, the ‘Food Street’ of Taipa Village 2. Freshly-made almond biscuits at Choi Heong Yuen Bakery 3. A cup of strong coffee and a crispy roll filled with spicy sardine at Honolulu Cafe to start the day 4. Displays at the Tea Cultural Museum, located adjacent to Lou Lim Ieoc Garden

Walk through the aromas of incense and strong coffee, of sweet pastries and air-dried fish, and before long the path will end at a cobbled, sun-filled square, or at a clearing on one of Macau’s ‘seven hills’ with big views of the city, or at a park shaded by palms, bamboo and banyan trees.

the strains of traditional opera from the musicians under the pagoda. Grab a take-away coffee– or a yinyurng, the localstyle blend of coffee and sweet milk tea – and nibble away on a lou po beng (sweetheart cake) with its luxurious candied winter melon filling.

This and other traditional savoury–sweet cookies are available at bakeries across town, but I make a beeline for Pastelaria Fong Kei. It’s been going since 1906, although I doubt in the same open-fronted store on Rua do Cunha – a lane of noodle cafés, cake shops and bak kwa beef ‘jerky’ stalls on the south side of Taipa, the middle of Macau’s three islands.

Breakfast In A Chinese Garden One of Macau’s most enchanting parks, Lou Lim Ieoc Garden was the private pleasure grounds of a wealthy Chinese merchant back when Macau was an elegant and exotic outpost of colonist Portugal. A hundred years ago, this land in the north of the city was just fields and huddled hamlets.

Today, high-rises loom over the garden, but it remains a tranquil escape from the city, especially for a mid-morning snack – perhaps something Cantonese that complements

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Four picnics at Macau’s sweetest (and almost secret) hideaways.

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A quick guide to the dishes and where to find them: CHINESE SNACK Lou Lim Ieoc Garden (10 Estrada de Adolfo Loureiro; open 6am–9pm) Pastelaria Fong Kei (10 Rua do Cunha, Taipa; open 10am–5.30pm) THS Honolulu (12 Estrada de Adolfo Loureiro; open 8.30am–7pm) is so close to Lou Lim Ieoc Garden you can hear the birdsong. It’s a good spot for a Macau–style mid– morning snack – try a cup of the excellent house coffee with spicy sardine in a crispy bun.

MACANESE LUNCH Taipa Houses–Museum (Avenida da Praia, Taipa; open 10am–6pm, closed Monday) Restaurante Tai Lei Loi Kei (35 Rua Correia da Silva; open 8am– 6pm). During busy lunchtimes some items may not be available – best to try before noon or after 1.30pm!

Riquexo (69 Avenida Sidonio Pais; open 12pm–10pm) is back in town, a short walk from Lou Lim Ieoc Garden. Pronounced ‘rickshaw’, this humble, supremely affordable café is renowned for its spot–on Macanese cooking.

PORTUGUESE SUPPER Macau Wine Museum (431 Rua Luis Gonzaga Gomes; open 10am–8pm, closed Tuesday) Guia Fortress is easiest reached by the Guia Cable Car (Avenida Sidónio Pais; open 8am–6pm, closed Monday). Follow the signs

to Guia Fort, a pleasant 20–minute walk. Several stepped routes back down the hill are relatively easy – but take care!

Head up another of Macau’s hills, Mong Ha, for stylish IFT Educational Restaurant (Colina de Mong–Ha; open 12.30pm–2.30pm, 5pm–7pm for cocktail happy hour, 7pm–10pm) where a dedicated team of tutors and students offers a superb Portuguese–Macanese menu, including a dinner buffet.

INTERNATIONAL HIGH TEA Hac Sa Beach Barbecue pits are towards the north end.

Angela’s (1st floor, New Yaohan Department Store, Avenida Comercial de Macau; open 10.30am–9pm) Margaret’s (Rua do Comandante Mata e Oliveira; open 6.30am–8pm, closed Wednesday) Red Market (corner Avenida do Almirante Lacerda and Av. de Horta e Costa; open 7.30am–7.30pm) Royal Supermarket has 29 branches across Macau, with one a two–minute walk from the Red Market at 162–166 Avenida do Almirante Lacerda.

Beach–side restaurants include Hac Sa Beach Park Cafe, which freshly grills sardines in a little hut on its terrace, and Fernando’s, popular for meaty Portuguese dishes, including suckling pig.

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Peering out across this dynamic landscape, five mint-green early-20th-century villas mark where waves once lapped against the shore.

Today they comprise the Taipa Houses–Museum and are a rewarding introduction to the 1920s domestic life of wellheeled Macanese, as those folk with a mixed Portuguese– Chinese heritage are known. Over the centuries, this homegrown community created a culture, language and cuisine all its own. And even though today’s Macanese children are forgetting their roots, they still have an appetite for the eclectic cooking that’s available in eateries across town.

Fortunately, while on the stroll from Rua do Cunha to the villas, we can swing by Tai Lei Loi Kei. Tourists from far and wide head here for the pork chop bun, but I’m particularly fond of their la yu bao, or spicy fish bun – a Portuguese bread roll filled with flaked, chilli-soaked sardine. It’s perfect for a picnic lunch in the shade of the Taipa Houses–Museum’s banyan trees, washed down with a bottle of soda or even a chilled Macau Beer.

Want something more substantial? Stay on the ‘food street’ where several restaurants serve classic Macanese dishes such as African Chicken or bacalhau salt-cod with potato.

5. Margaret’s exemplary pastéis de nata egg tarts 6. African Chicken, a classic Macanese dish, at IFT Educational Restaurant 7. Making sesame biscuits at a bakery on Rua do Cunha 8. Rua da Felicidade, an iconic street famous for authentic local delicacies in the old heart of Macau

Malaysia Airlines operates three times daily flights from Kuala Lumpur (KUL) to Hong Kong (HKG). From Hong Kong, Macau is one hour away via high-speed ferry service.

International High Tea At Low Tide Head south, past the COTAI casinos then through Coloane, Macau’s southernmost island, and eventually we land on Hac Sa Beach. It’s the end of the line for the buses, and most days only a handful of passengers stay the entire trip.

This sweeping stretch of sand seems much more remote than the 10 kilometres it is from the historic centre. It’s easy to kick back here, especially in the dappled shade of its pine tree copse with a good book and an ‘international high tea’ picnic to pick at.

I sometimes head there weighed down with a towering, multi-strata’d sandwich from Angela’s Cafe, which is tucked behind fragrances in the New Yaohan department store. But I prefer to visit Margaret’s, famed for pastéis de nata (unctuous Portuguese egg tarts that are dangerously moreish), but also popular for salads and jacket potatoes to take out.

If I’m making a day of it, I stop at one of Macau’s excellent wet markets – the atmospheric Red Market, for instance – and pick up cleaned fresh sardine and shrimp, then at Royal (a local supermarket chain) for other supplies before knuckling down to impressive ‘caveman cookery’ at one of the beach’s public barbecue pits.

Portuguese Sundowner With Views But it’s back in downtown Macau that I allow this fusion city’s unique charm to wash over me. It’s a crowded little corner – one of the most densely populated on the planet – and yet there’s room for chit-chat, space to watch the world go by, time to enjoy a good coffee. A chain of local-style cha chaan teng cafés called Honolulu has a coffee menu as long as your arm.

Surely the best way to round off any day in Macau is to head to a hilltop vantage point with some wine or a jug of freshsqueezed fruit juice to watch the city’s nighttime face slowly reveal itself as the sky turns the colour of water apples.

Seventeenth-century Guia Fortress, which incorporates an age-old Portuguese lighthouse, stands atop Macau’s highest hill and has sweeping views across the city and the Pearl River delta beyond. It’s a charming spot to enjoy a sundown supper of a vinho verde (splendid wines are available at supermarkets across town and even the Wine Museum), accompanied by cheese, olives and papo seco bread rolls that the city bakers do so well.

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As dusk pulls across Macau and its nightlife districts glow bright and flashy, we let our gaze wander over the city and start to plan where we might lose ourselves next.

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Spanish Conquest Chef Toni Valero shakes up Malaysia’s fusion food scene with his modernist style.

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Chef’s Cut

HOW DID A CHEF who trained under two chefs with Michelin stars at restaurants that have reached numbers one and four on San Pellegrino’s list of the best restaurants in the world end up running his own outfit in Kuala Lumpur?

After honing his skills at Spain’s El Celler de Can Roca and Mugaritz, chef Toni Valero arrived in Kuala Lumpur for a short break before taking up a position in Singapore. That turned out to be the turning point for Valero, who decided to stay a little longer to further explore Malaysia’s cuisine and culture. Along the way, he became the head chef at the now-closed Ohla Tapas at The Intermark, where he earned rave reviews for his food.

Three-and-a-half years later, Valero has teamed up with business partner Tricia Kandiah to set up Coquo, a restaurant and wine bar that serves dishes using fine-dining techniques yet sets prices slightly lower than fine food establishments. “We absolutely refuse to call ourselves ‘fine dining’,” says Valero. “We lower our margins so that more people can enjoy our food.”

At Coquo, located in the trendy food quarters of Solaris Dutamas in Mont Kiara, what you get is an exploration of fusion food that incorporates local flavours using fine dining and progressive cuisine methods such as the use of liquid nitrogen. It is not a tapas bar, but they have items from their sharing menu where two to three people can sample a few dishes together. Valero is pushing this concept of dining because he wants patrons to try a few dishes in a single seating instead of having only one main course for the night. “It’s like having dim sum to share, for example,” he explains.

Just as in Spain, where restaurants use the freshest local produce to create the best food, Valero, too, tries to incorporate the best Malaysian produce as much as possible into his dishes. At Coquo, you will find tantalising dishes featuring seafood from the islands of Pulau Ketam and Pulau Pangkor or the seaside town of Mersing, while the star dish of Duck Confit is cooked with local Malaysian ferns or pucuk paku from the town of Semenyih.

1. Valero tries to incorporate the best Malaysian produce in his dishes 2. Coquo's Prawn Carpaccio is served with caviar in the flavour of the Sarawak Laksa gravy

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Cook Like A Chef Chef Valero shares a simple recipe for Slipper Lobster Ceviche (photo on the right), offering a look into how gourmet foam is made.

INGREDIENTS: CEVICHE 115g slipper lobster 5g red chilli 5g coriander 5g garlic 5g ginger 5g calamansi lime juice 2g black pepper Salt

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COCONUT WATER FOAM 500g coconut water 5g Lecite (soy lecithin-based emulsifier, can be bought online) OLIVE CRUMBLE 100g pitted black olives (canned or bottled)

STEPS:

For the ceviche:

Slice the chilli and the onion, chop the garlic and the ginger, and juice the calamansi. Mix all the ingredients together and once well-seasoned, add the slipper lobster and leave it for 5 minutes.

For the black olive crumble:

Place the olives in a tray and bake in the oven at 80º Celsius until dry (about 3-4 hours).

Once dry, use a Thermomix (or a mortar) to crush them.

For the coconut foam:

Mix the coconut water and the emulsifier together.

To serve:

Add the coconut water foam, black olives crumble and sea salt.

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Valero raves about the quality of vegetables found in Malaysia, especially from Cameron Highlands, calling them “amazing”. He works closely with his suppliers to get the freshest produce in order to bring out the best flavours.

“If an ingredient is not good enough, we are not going to use it,” says Valero, “And if the best is not available, then we are not offering that dish on that day.” There is no room for sub-standard food in Valero’s kitchen.

However, for Valero, cheap ingredients do not necessarily mean they are “not nice”. For example, he takes the humble sardine, which was originally offered by his supplier as food for his staff, and exploits its flavour and freshness to create a dish that is truly satisfying. Valero believes that with time and technique, any ingredient can be turned into an outstanding dish. With the sardines, using cherry tomatoes charcoal-grilled in the specialty Josper oven brought from Spain, preserved lime and vinegar can transform the simple fish into a gourmet dish.

“I like to challenge myself,” Valero admits. One of his most interesting dishes to marry Malaysian ingredients with European fine-dining fare is the Prawn Carpaccio – the same ingredients used

to make the gravy for Sarawak Laksa is made into black caviar-like balls using a spherification technique, then served with prawn carpaccio peppered with oil from the Sarawak Laksa gravy on prawn-flavoured rice crackers, which take the place of the rice noodles or vermicelli.

Along with the Sarawak Laksa, Valero’s other favourite Malaysian food include bak kut teh (a Chinese pork soup dish), chicken curry and beef rendang (beef curry), which he has kept to its classic, traditional recipe. The difference is he serves the rendang gravy and the Rubia Gallega beef from Galicia in Spain separately.

When a dish calls for it or there is a need to keep standards high, Valero uses imported ingredients. The Rubia Gallega beef, for example, is said to be very sweet and tender but the meat cannot be sourced from a farm in Malaysia. The beef is uncommon in this part of the world, unlike the familiar Wagyu and Angus beef. Another import is the Mediterranean octopus, coming from cold waters and growing up to seven kilogrammes in weight, making for a very nice texture in Valero’s dish. And, Valero’s favourite since he was a child spending summers in the south of Spain, the Iberico Pork, was present during his Ohla days, and is now available in his Iberico Tartare dish from the ‘To Share’ menu at Coquo.

Valero wants to keep Coquo exciting. He is in the midst of creating his version of another favourite Malaysian dish, the char kuay teow. The mission may seem like a tall order because the noodle dish is beloved as street food, with Valero acknowledging that the recipe is “challenging and complicated”. But whatever the outcome, fans of Coquo will be looking forward to it.

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Together We Stand Malaysian arts collectives to watch for.

Words Tan Lee Kuen Photography courtesy of the respective collectives

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1. Edward Albee's At Home At The Zoo play by theatrethreesixty 2. Members of Run Amok, from left, Minstrel Kuik, Liew Kwai Fei and Trevor Hampson 3. An exhibit from Run Amok's 'Weathering' exhibition

ARTS COLLECTIVES ARE A FORCE to be reckoned with, as

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artists and arts practitioners band together to create supportive and dynamic groups for art production and exposure. In Malaysia, arts collectives have been around for decades – among the powerhouses, Five Arts Centre was formed in 1984, while Matahati came along five years later.

We highlight four new groups that are making waves in the local arts scene.

Run Amok In 2012, fresh London graduate and Kuala Lumpur native Hoo Fan Chon took a chance by opening the Run Amok art space in George Town, Penang. “I thought running a space was a great way to network, collaborate and work with other artists,” he shares. It was only in 2013 that he formed the Run Amok collective with artists Minstrel Kuik, Liew Kwai Fei, Hasanul Isyraf Idris, Tetriana Ahmad Fauzi, and gallery manager Trevor Hampson. As a collective, they shoulder the responsibility of curating exhibitions for the Run Amok art space and widening their network.

“As a collective, we are a lot more rhizomic, meaning we can branch out to reach different people. I like the idea that we take turns to curate and do different programmes,” says Hoo. As a producer of alternative art and cultural events, Run Amok works a lot with underrepresented and unknown artists. “We hope to provide another visual vocabulary. It is something that we would like to explore. We are trying to define, what is contemporary art in Malaysia?”

The programming has been eclectic. For Run Amok’s first exhibition in 2013, Hoo invited a man from the flea market on Armenian Street to exhibit his paintings on spirits. 2016

was a particularly packed year and counted among its exhibitions 'Seberang Laut', a group exhibition by artists from the local punk rock scene; 'Into The Woods', a woodcarving show that showcased this cultural heritage from George Town; and 'Local Fauna', an animal-themed linocut exhibition by artist Sharon Chin.

Besides exhibitions, the space, which moved to Hin Bus Depot last year, also hosts workshops and artist talks.

Not one to shy from new ideas, Run Amok used to run an interesting but now-defunct artist chat-and-engage session called Bicaratata and tried to launch an artist residency. “We just do programmes that we find interesting,” says Hoo.

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theatrethreesixty theatrethreesixty arrived in the performing arts scene with an ambitious roar. Within the first year of its inception in 2014, it had put on 12 productions, ranging from intimate shows to site-specific work and large-scale productions, including the Malaysian premiere of Angels in America: Part 1.

The collective, which started with five and now numbers three, includes artistic director Christopher Ling, playwright Nandang Abdul Rahman and biomechanics expert NicoleAnn Thomas. Since the collective moved into its new home, theatrethreesixty@Tommy Le Baker in Viva Mall in the Kuala Lumpur neighbourhood of Sentul, it has been able to present its annual season of diverse productions at its own venue.

“Collaboration is the number one reason for a collective, not only within theatrethreesixty, but also with other creative institutions. With the collective, we also have the

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The collective kicks off every year with ‘We Are theatrethreesixty’, an arts festival with changing yearly themes that will dictate the collective’s overall focus for the year. The diversity of its shows range from classics such as Arthur Miller’s Death of a Salesman to the production of young Sabahan Ariff Kamil’s debut play Anak/Benih and Riwayat, a devised physical theatre movement piece by young theatre director, Tung Jit Yang. Always willing to mix up their programming, theatrethreesixty has even produced comedies and murder mysteries.

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That is the freedom that the collective relishes, Ling says.

“When we first formed, we wanted to be able to tell the stories we want to tell and pave the way for new Malaysian theatre.” Last year, the collective tackled the stuff that it cares about, often going out of its comfort zone, which Ling says is one of its imperatives: “I feel as a theatre company, it is very important for us to be relevant to the contemporary times that we are living in as Malaysians.”

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Pangrok Sulap Pangrok Sulap (meaning ‘punk rock’ and ‘farmer’s hut’) is a grassroots collective that is using woodblock printing to empower rural communities through art. Based in Ranau, Sabah, the socially aware collective has close ties with local communities and a strong D.I.Y. ethic, echoed in its slogan, Jangan Beli, Bikin Sendiri (Don’t Buy, Do It Yourself).

“Woodblock printing was a medium for us to spread our message through art. We want to raise issues such as the destruction of Mother Nature, as well as social issues such as education and the DIY culture,” says founding member and artist Rizo Leong.

The issues covered are wide-ranging: The collective has worked on a joint project with the Buayan village community against the construction of Kaiduan Dams in Ulu Papar, as well as created pieces for ‘Rhythm of Rimba’, a wildlife festival on the state of the natural environment.

With its open and flexible membership – among them a printmaker, a tattoo artist, a counsellor, a carpenter and a farmer – the collective forms ad hoc groups to work on different projects. “As a collective, our voice is stronger and louder, and we can spread the message more widely and faster than we can as individuals,” says Leong.

What they’re doing seems to be working. Their work is collected by the Mori Art Museum in Tokyo, and has been

exhibited in Malaysia and Japan. As part of its community engagement, Pangrok Sulap puts carving tools and ink in the hands of the community by holding workshops and woodcut demonstrations for children and students.

contiNew In 2015, five new graduates of Dasein Academy of Art banded together to form the collective contiNew. “The period immediately following graduation is both challenging and daunting for young artists. We formed contiNew to face this period together as a collective,” says member, Koo Yean Ni. The rest of this visual arts collective are Chok Yue Zan, Jasmine Cheong, Yasmeen Cheong and Yong Kang Yun. “While each of us has a unique style and perspective, the collective’s aim is to explore and grow together as artists, plus face the many challenges ahead of us as a team. We will be more powerful when we are together,” explains Koo. Although new and still finding its feet, the collective managed its first group exhibition ‘aveNEW’ in 2015 at Artemis Gallery, showcasing its individual work. 2016 was a quiet year as each member worked on separate projects, but they are now planning for a new event as a collective. Besides trying to further its own artistic aspirations, contiNew aims to use social art to work with communities and charities.

4. Ariff Kamil's debut play Anak/ Benih produced by theatrethreesixty 5. Members of Pangrok Sulap at work 6. The detailing in Pangrok Sulap's woodcut 7. Artwork by contiNew member, Koo Yean Ni 8. Members of contiNew, from left, Yasmeen Cheong, Chok Yue Zan, Koo Yean Ni and Jasmine Cheong

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Water For Life Youth-based NGO Raleigh Borneo and Coca-Cola Malaysia provide clean, potable water to rural communities in Sabah, one village at a time.

ALL EYES ARE ON SADIN LIMUN as he turns on the newly

installed tap in Kampung Kalampun’s common area. The sight of cold water gushing out – which many of us take for granted – brings wide grins to everyone’s faces. “It’s much easier now,” Sadin, the 57-year-old village chief, says enthusiastically. “Much more convenient.”

Surrounded by lush jungles, Kampung Kalampun in the east Malaysian state of Sabah on Borneo island is home to about 150 villagers from the Murut tribe, who mostly work in palm oil plantations. The village is well-organised and has electricity, a kindergarten and school, and a spacious community hall.

But up until recently, villagers relied on a rainwater harvesting system for their daily drinking, washing and cleaning needs. On days when the rains failed, the womenfolk hiked to a river two kilometres away to collect water in buckets. Now, each household is served by an improved public water supply from four tanks in the village, thanks to youth-based charity Raleigh Borneo, which came in to install a gravity-fed water system (GFWS).

Words Eris Choo Photography courtesy of Raleigh Borneo and Coca Cola Malaysia

In Sabah, Raleigh works with Coca-Cola Malaysia, Asian Forestry Company Sabah and local NGO Partners of Community Organisations (PACOS) through a project called Clean Water For Communities. Under the initiative, volunteers spend weeks in a rural community to build gravity-fed water systems (GFWS) and toilets, so that villages can enjoy access to clean water and sanitation.

Since its inception in 2006, the programme has reached over 20,000 people from 42 villages across Sabah. “The need for clean water in rural parts of Malaysia is a hidden need. Unless you’re willing to come out into the remote regions, you won’t be able to see it,” says Rashida Bhaiji, Raleigh Borneo’s Country Programme Manager.

To identify communities in need, Raleigh works with PACOS for technical expertise, networking and understanding of local customs. Once a village is chosen, it will meet up with the community for a baseline survey and asset mapping.

Certain criteria must also be met.

Basic training is provided before each project. No professional experience is required as long as a site manager is on hand to supervise. The team then goes to work, clearing a path through the jungle, constructing a dam at the water source, installing polypipes and connecting them to storage tanks in the village. Each project takes about six weeks to complete and depending on a community’s needs and the geographical location, can cost between USD450 and USD1,100 (RM2,000-RM5,000).

Beyond improving the quality of life of those in need, Rashida points out that the programme is about building connections, developing future leaders and inspiring youths in local communities. “A lot of our young people are energetic and passionate, and this can be channelled into serious development work. When they interact with youths in the local communities, it empowers and encourages everyone to aspire for more, no matter their background,” she stresses.

Volunteers and villagers often sleep, eat and work on a project together. In Kampung Kalampun, one can see the profound impact volunteers have had on the locals and vice versa, despite their short stay. Basic English phrases written on manila cardboards are plastered all over the community hall, as are art pieces done by the local children together with the volunteers.

The water source, usually a river, must not be polluted and should be free from chemicals or fertilisers. It should also be located on higher ground. Next, the villagers have to agree to participate and maintain the facilities. “We want to ensure that the system is sustainable in the long run, and that the villagers will have the knowledge and skills to repair or expand on existing infrastructure,” Rashida elaborates.

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The charity is a branch of Raleigh International, a nonprofit organisation dedicated to developing youth leaders through community programmes in Malaysia, Nicaragua, Nepal, Costa Rica and Tanzania. Its programmes mostly revolve around water and sanitation, and a majority of its volunteers are between 17 and 25 years old.

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1. Volunteers clearing mud and rocks from the river 2. Putting up toilets in Kampung Kalampun 3. Kadri (front left), Sadin (in white), Rashida (in green) and children from the village testing out the tap for the first time

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Thankfully with corporations like Coca-Cola Malaysia, Raleigh Borneo has been able to fill the funding gap. The beverage giant, which has spent more than USD220,000 (RM1 million) on the project so far, has pledged to continue funding it for another two years. This is in line with the company’s commitment to good water practices, says its public affairs and communications director Kadri Taib.

During the opening ceremony to turn on the taps, the locals performed a Murut dance and prepared a feast for the volunteers. In return, the volunteers composed a song about their stay, which they sang on stage to much laughter and giggling from the audience.

Sadin thinks it has been a great experience for everyone, despite the cultural and language barriers. “Even though we come from different backgrounds and don’t speak the same language, we’ve learnt a lot from each other. At night, our women teach the volunteers how to make our traditional handicrafts. We’re also proud to show them our Murut dances and songs,” he says.

Despite the programme’s obvious benefits, Rashida says funding remains one of their biggest challenges. “Over 88 percent of households in Malaysia have access to clean water, so it’s hard to justify to funders why they should give us money to build a GFWS in Sabah when they could give the money to someone in Tanzania,” she says.

“Water is one of life’s most crucial necessities. We want the villagers to have the convenience of having water channelled directly into their homes, allowing them more time and energy to devote to productive activities,” he says.

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“We intend to return to communities and to nature an amount of water equivalent to what is used in our beverages and production by 2020, and we are working towards that through more community water projects,” he adds.

Raleigh targets to reach another 10,000 people in rural Sabah under its Clean Water For Communities project. It also plans to expand its network across the region while encouraging Malaysian youths to participate in its volunteer programme. “Between 2017 and 2020, we would like to see at least 32 Malaysians and maybe 10 international volunteers on any given expedition,” says Rashida.

To volunteer, register online at raleighborneo.org.

4. It takes six weeks to complete a project 5. Volunteers teaching the local children English during their free time 6. Gravity-fed water systems help to provide clean water to villages

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Songket Agung Pernah menjadi pakaian istiadat diraja, martabat songket kini dihidupkan semula agar terus relevan di persada fesyen.

KETIKA KOLEKSI MUSIM SEJUK/LURUH 2016 Zandra Rhodes diperkenalkan di Minggu Fesyen London, seluruh fesyenista yang hadir bagaikan terpukau dengan keindahan koleksinya itu. Sebabnya ringkas: tiga perempat daripada koleksi tersebut dihasilkan daripada kain songket Malaysia. Malah, ketika menjelaskan pilihan materialnya itu, pereka fesyen terkemuka dari Britain itu turut berkata: “Sebahagian daripada pakaian ini memang indah dengan rona hijau dan merah jambu yang berwarna-warni. Memang istimewa sekali.”

Jika bukan seorang pakar fesyen sekali pun, anda juga pasti akan menghargai kehalusan seni tenunan songket – sejenis fabrik broked warisan yang cukup sinonim dengan kepulauan Melayu. Terkenal dengan keunikan coraknya yang rumit dan kehalusan hasil tenunannya, songket dihasilkan menerusi satu teknik benang ira tambahan yang berselirat. Benang emas akan ditenun di antara benang sutera yang dipasang secara memanjang di atas sehelai kain latar.

Seni warisan tenunan songket dipercayai mula dibawa masuk ke Semenanjung Malaysia melalui perdagangan, penghijrahan dan perkahwinan atas sebab politik sejak abad ke-15. Ketika fabrik-fabrik mewah seperti kain broked, sutera, satin, taffeta dan fabrik lain diimport, empayar perdagangan Kesultanan Melaka dipercayai telah menyumbang kepada perkembangan industri kain tempatan. Penulis Melayu

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terkemuka, Munshi Abdullah yang melawat Terengganu, Kelantan dan Pahang pada 1836 turut mendapati industri kain sarung sutera berkembang maju pada ketika itu.

Sebagai bukti keagungan songket, para penenunnya pada zaman tersebut bukan sahaja mendapat perlindungan Sultan. Malah, mereka juga menetap di istana dan hanya menenun songket untuk kegunaan majlis-majlis kebesaran diraja. Kain-kain songket juga menjadi cenderamata ketika Sultan membuat lawatan rasmi ke luar negara. Pada abad ke-19, penenun-penenun istana di Pantai Timur merupakan golongan penenun berkemahiran tinggi di Kepulauan Melayu. Pekan-pekan di Kuala Terengganu dan Kota Bharu misalnya juga terkenal sebagai hab tenunan. Laporan Tahunan Negeri Kelantan 1910 juga mendedahkan hampir setiap rumah di Kota Bharu mempunyai sebuah alat tenun.

Meskipun istilah ‘menyongket’ bererti ‘menyulam dengan benang emas atau perak’, istilah ini bagaimanapun dilihat tidak tepat memandangkan kain songket Melayu tidak dihasilkan melalui sulaman. Biasanya, benang akan disisipkan sebagai sebahagian daripada proses tenunan.

Namun, teknik ini bukan satu keperluan dalam proses penghasilan kain tersebut. Sebaliknya, penghasilan songket melibatkan teknik sisipan benang hiasan di antara sulaman benang pakan dan benang ira yang dipasang pada alat tenun. Hasilnya adalah sehelai kain songket mewah dan

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1. Kain songket lambang kemewahan seni tenunan di Kepulauan Melayu Songket represents opulence in the art of weaving in the Malay Archipelago 2. Proses menenun songket agak rumit dan perlukan ketelitian The weaving process requires attention to detail 3. Kain songket digunakan untuk kostum tarian Mak Yong Songket is featured in the Mak Yong performance costume

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4. Songket bercorak bunga tabur beri sentuhan moden pada baju tradisional Scattered patterns on songket add a modern touch to traditional outfits 5. Aplikasi teknik songket pada barang hiasan Application of songket techniques on decorative items 6. Motif songket beri imej ekslusif pada barang hiasan Songket motifs lend an air of exclusivity to interior decor 7. Alatan seperti cuban digunakan untuk menggulung benang dan membuat motif Instruments called "cuban" are used to insert motifs

tinggi nilainya dengan corak berkilauan yang berlatarkan warna gelap ringkas.

Corak-corak songket juga boleh diilhamkan daripada alam semula jadi seperti flora dan fauna, makanan dan objekobjek istana. Menurut Junaidah Salleh, Pembantu Pengarah Utama, Cawangan Adat & Budaya dari Jabatan Warisan Negara, bilangan corak songket yang dihasilkan sebenarnya tiada had. “Corak-corak tersebut terbentuk daripada pelbagai kenangan yang diwarisi dari satu generasi kepada generasi seterusnya menerusi seni kraftangan. Semua corak ini terdiri daripada falsafah, simpulan bahasa dan peribahasa yang telah menjadi panduan hidup masyarakat Melayu selama ini.”

Hakikatnya, proses penenunan songket yang rumit dipercayai telah membantu memupuk nilai-nilai kerajinan, ketelitian dan kesabaran. Nilai-nilai penting ini amat dititik beratkan dalam budaya masyarakat Melayu.

Jadi, apakah ciri-ciri kain songket yang bagus? “Ini ditentukan melalui kemahiran kreatif seseorang penenun dalam menggabungkan corak, motif dan warna benang,” jelasnya. Ironinya, walaupun songket begitu tinggi nilainya, aktiviti penenun songket di kalangan generasi muda kini kian pudar. Generasi penenun muda sedia ada yang boleh menggantikan generasi penenun lama yang telah meninggal dunia juga semakin berkurangan. Mereka

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juga tidak berminat untuk mewarisi seni kraftangan yang amat memakan masa dan rumit ini. Penggunaan bantuan mesin untuk menghasilkan kain songket serta kewujudan songket murah hanya menyumbang kepada kemerosotan kraftangan ini secara mendadak.

Atas usaha kreatif sekumpulan pemulihara kraf warisan dan usahawan, penenunan songket kini dihidupkan semula agar terus relevan dalam masyarakat moden hari ini. Salah satu usaha terbesar datang daripada Tanoti Sdn Bhd. Syarikat pemenang anugerah yang berpangkalan di Sarawak ini telah menyuntik sentuhan kontemporari pada kain songket sekali gus menjadikannya fabrik mewah di arena fesyen.

Mereka turut melatih sekumpulan penenun generasi muda.

Sementara itu, sesetengah acara negeri turut memberi songket sebagai cenderamata. Ini secara tidak langsung telah mengukuhkan martabat songket sebagai lambang identiti budaya masyarakat Melayu.

“Songket sebenarnya berpotensi besar selain menjadi pakaian istiadat. Melalui usaha daripada pelbagai pihak dan minat yang ditunjukkan untuk menaikkan status songket, masa depan songket sememangnya amat cerah,” tambahnya.

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Supreme Songket Once reserved for ceremonial use within the Malay elite and royal circles, songket is experiencing a well-deserved revival.

8. Pelbagai jenis dan corak songket Different songket types and motifs 9. Kain songket sering digunakan untuk kostum persembahan tradisional Songket is often used in costumes for cultural performances

WHEN ZANDRA RHODES UNVEILED her 2016 Autumn/ Winter collection at London Fashion Week, fashionistas were intrigued that three-quarters of it was constructed from Malaysian songket. Explaining her choice of material, the celebrated British fashion designer said, “Some of the clothes were just lovely in the iridescent greens and pinks.

They were really something special.”

You don’t need to be a fashion connoisseur to appreciate the fine craftsmanship that goes into songket, a heritage brocade textile closely identified with the Malay archipelago.

Distinctive for its elaborate motifs and famed for its complex and delicate weave work, the songket is created using an intricate supplementary weft technique where gold threads are woven in between the longitudinal silk threads of the background cloth.

The art of songket weaving is believed to have come to the Malay Peninsula through trade, migration and political marriages since the 15th century. The trading empire of the Malaccan Sultanate, during which luxurious textiles such as brocades, silk, satins and taffetas were imported, contributed to the industry’s growth. Renowned Malay writer Munshi Abdullah, who visited the states of Terengganu, Kelantan and Pahang in 1836, observed that the production of the silk sarongs was then a thriving industry.

Under the protection of the Sultan, the weavers lived at the courts and only produced songket for royal ceremonies – a testament to its exclusivity. The songket also served as gifts from the Sultans when they performed official visits to other countries. In the 19th century, the East Coast court weavers

Although the term menyongket means ‘to embroider with gold or silver threads’, it is a misnomer to say that Malay songket is embroidered. The threads are inserted as part of the weaving process, but not necessarily in the making of the cloth. The songket technique itself involves the insertion of decorative threads in between the wefts as they are woven into the warp, which is fixed to the loom. The result is a highly coveted luxuriant effect of shiny motif patterns against a darker plain background.

Songket motifs may appear in forms derived from flora, fauna, food, nature and court-related objects. According to Junaidah Salleh, Principal Assistant Director of the Intangible Heritage Division from the Department of National Heritage, there is really no limit to the number of songket motifs. “The motifs reflect the intangible memories passed on through generations via their handicrafts. All these motifs depict the life philosophy, idioms, and proverbs that become a guidance for the Malay community.” Case in point, the complicated process of songket-making is believed to cultivate the values of diligence, carefulness and patience; all virtues prized by the Malay culture.

And what makes good songket? “It is determined by the creative skills of the weaver in combining the usage of patterns, motifs and tones of the thread types,” she explains.

Ironically, the reason why it is so highly valued is also why the interest in weaving songket is beginning to decline.

Older generations of weavers have passed away, leaving a progressively shrinking pool of younger weavers to take up the difficult and time-consuming craft. The introduction of mechanisation and cheaper pretenders have only accelerated the craft’s decline.

Fortunately, in recent years, the songket industry seems to have experienced a resurrection, thanks to heritage conservationists and creative entrepreneurs who are making it relevant to modern society. One of the brightest sparks is award-winning Tanoti Sdn Bhd, a Sarawak-based social enterprise that’s contemporising songket into a highfashion fabric and nurturing a new generation of weavers.

Some states in Malaysia present songket as souvenirs, thus solidifying it as a symbol of the Malay cultural identity.

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became some of the most highly skilled weavers found in the Malay Archipelago, and towns such as Kuala Terengganu and Kota Bharu were renowned as weaving hubs. The 1910 Annual Report of Kelantan stated that almost every house in Kota Bharu had a weaving loom.

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Inside Malaysia Airlines

PROUD MOMENT MOHD FAIRUZ MOHD NOOR from the Commercial Department beat 59 other colleagues to win the inaugural MAG Got Talent competition last December. Malaysia Aviation Group (MAG) Chairman Tan Sri Md Nor Md Yusof presented the trophy and cash prize to Fairuz, fondly known as Boboy, who stole the judges’ heart for his rendition of Donny Osmond’s This Is The Moment. Turn to the next page for the full story and more photos.

74 News and updates from the airline

76 Our fleet of aircraft

77 Safety and service information

78 Our network and those of our oneworld partners

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Inside Malaysia Airlines

TALENT CONTEST

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IT WAS A FUN EVENING for staff as 60 talented colleagues performed at Malaysia Aviation Group’s inaugural in-house talent show, MAG Got Talent. An enthusiastic audience gathered at the Auditorium at the Southern Support Zone to cheer on their favourites.

Judges consisted of local personalities Jaclyn Victor, Adibah Noor and Fauziah Latiff, as well as group chairman Tan Sri Md Nor Md Yusof.

Joining in the finale were CEO Peter Bellew and his band, PB & The Gang, performing crowd-pleasers such as Queen’s We Are The Champions and Ben E. King’s Stand By Me. In the end, it was Mohd Fairuz Mohd Noor from the Commercial Department who walked away with the trophy and a cash prize of RM5,000. Ahmad Aisamuddin Ahmad Bistamam from Security won the second prize of RM3,000 for his skilful drumming, while Aerodarat’s Mohd Ridzuan Sulin took home RM1,000 for his third placing, singing Sesucinya Cintamu by Anuar Zain. All finalists took home two Economy Class tickets each for their hard work and support for the event, which was a fitting end to 2016.

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LIVERPOOL LEGENDS IN MALAYSIA MALAYSIA AIRLINES AS LIVERPOOL FOOTBALL CLUB’S OFFICIAL GLOBAL AIRLINE PARTNER recently welcomed four Liverpool legends to Malaysia for the LFC World Fan Experience at IOI City Mall, Putrajaya. Fans got to meet and greet their favourite players, try fun and interactive football challenges and visit a mini-museum telling the story of Anfield’s past, present and future. Legends Vladimír Šmicer (left) and Patrik Berger (right) got more than a taste of Malaysian food as they helped to prepare two well-loved local dishes – roti canai and chicken curry – with the guidance of celebrity chef Anis Nabilah (centre). The pair proved as apt in the kitchen as they are on the field, earning thumbs up from fellow legends Bruce Grobbelaar and Robbie Fowler at a later tasting session.

2016, the ‘Oscars’ of the airline onboard service industry and the world’s most prestigious travel catering awards. The competition, held in Abu Dhabi, saw Malaysia Airlines participating in the Airline Premium Class Meal Category and walking away with the coveted ‘Highly Commended Award’. Chef Shahril Mt Salleh (right), Culinary Standards Manager from In-flight Operations represented Malaysia Airlines. Judges were impressed with his simple yet flavourful ‘Pan Fried Salmon, Warm Potato, Crab and Quinoa Salad with Raisin and Capers Vinaigrette’. The judging panel comprised culinary and travel catering professionals.

NEW CHIEF RISK OFFICER MALAYSIA AVIATION GROUP has appointed Dato’ Captain Badrul Hisham Yusoff as Chief Risk Officer effective 1 December. In his new role, Dato’ Captain Badrul will strategise and oversee the development, implementation and continuous improvement of a comprehensive and effective risk management framework within the group, which comprises Malaysia Airlines, Firefly Sdn Bhd, MASwings Sdn Bhd and MAB Kargo Sdn Bhd.

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PASSENGER SEATING 494

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ENGINE Rolls Royce Trent 970 RANGE 15,400km

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A380-800

MAXIMUM FUEL CAPACITY 84,600 US Gallons

PASSENGER SEATING 72

MAXIMUM CRUISING SPEED Mach 0.9 (1,102km/h)

ATR 72-500 ENGINE PW127M MAXIMUM FUEL CAPACITY Firefly 841 US Gallons MAXIMUM Firefly CRUISING SPEED ATR 72-500 510km/h Firefly

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Wingspan 27m

ATR 72-500

MAXIMUM FUEL CAPACITY 841 US Gallons

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MAXIMUM CRUISING SPEED 510km/h

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RANGE 10,000km MAXIMUM FUEL CAPACITY 25,770 US Gallons MAXIMUM CRUISING B777-200 SPEED Mach 0.8 (980km/h)

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ATR 72-500 VIKING DHC-6 TWIN OTTER - SERIES 400 Height 17m

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NO. OF AIRCRAFT 6 ENGINE PT6A-34 MAXIMUM FUEL CAPACITY 378 US Gallons MAXIMUM CRUISING SPEED 337km/h

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PASSENGER SEATING 19

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PASSENGER SEATING 160-166 RANGE 5,765km

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MAXIMUM FUEL CAPACITY 6,875 US Gallons

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Safety & Service Info

CABIN LUGGAGE HANDLING

Passenger and crew safety onboard our flights is our highest priority. In compliance with the airline’s policy and in observing Occupational, Safety and Health Regulations requirements, cabin crew are no longer required to stow passengers’ hand luggages into the overhead stowage compartment. This is to minimise occupational hazard and ergonomic risks faced by cabin crew in the aircraft. Cabin crew on duty will, however, assist passengers travelling with infants, young passengers travelling alone, the elderly, and passengers with reduced mobility. Passengers who are fit and in good health must carry, stow and secure their own hand luggages on board. Hand luggage exceeding the 7kg weight limit is required to be checked in before boarding.

PORTABLE ELECTRONIC DEVICES (PED)

For safety reasons and in line with the Department of Civil Aviation guidelines, mobile phones and all PEDs must be switched off once aircraft doors are closed.

Whilst cruising, devices placed in flight mode may be used. The devices must again be switched off during the approach for landing until the aircraft is parked at the terminal building. Devices transmitting strong signals must remain switched off throughout the flight, until disembarkation. The Captain may prohibit the use of devices that can interfere with the aircraft’s system.

LITHIUM BATTERIES

Lithium metal or lithium ion cells or batteries for portable electronic devices (PEDs), including medical devices must not exceed 2g for lithium metal batteries and 100Wh for lithium ion batteries. All spare batteries, including lithium metal or lithium ion cells or batteries, for PEDs must be carried in passengers’ carry-on baggage only. These batteries must be individually protected to prevent short circuits. For PEDs containing non-spillable batteries, they must be 12V or less or 100Wh or less. A maximum of two spare batteries may be carried. These batteries must be individually protected to prevent short circuits.

ELECTRONIC CIGARETTES

Electronic cigarettes must be carried on one’s person or in carry-on baggage only. Recharging of the device in-flight is not permitted.

ZERO TOLERANCE OF ABUSE

We value courteousness. Any form of threat, verbal abuse or violence towards our staff will be taken seriously. We are committed to supporting anyone who has been the victim of an assault.

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BAGGAGE FOR TRANSIT PASSENGERS

We recommend that transit passengers in KLIA reconfirm their final baggage destination at the Transfer Desk to ensure they are identified and loaded accordingly.

Just show your baggage identification tag to the Transfer Desk officer.

COMFORT AND CARE

Personal care, baby paraphernalia and first aid treatment are available upon request.

IN ADDITION TO AIRPORT CHECK-IN, HERE ARE OTHER OPTIONS:

WEB: Check in online at malaysiaairlines.com. Print out the boarding pass yourself.

ENTERTAINMENT

Movies, TV and Music On-Demand are available on selected flights.

ONBOARD CONNECTION

Laptop power points are fitted on First and Business Class seats.

FOOD AND BEVERAGE

All food served is halal. Special meals can be prepared with 24-hour notice. First and Business Class guests may use Chefon-Call services to book meals 24 hours prior to departure on selected flights.

Alcoholic drinks are available on flights over three hours to passengers above the age of 18. Our cabin crew reserve the right to decline serving and selling alcohol to any passenger who appears intoxicated.

Consumption of personal alcoholic drinks is prohibited.

FRESH AND FROZEN SEAFOOD

Fresh and frozen seafood are strictly not permitted in check-in baggage. They may be accepted in cabin baggage, subject to the destination’s quarantine regulations, but they must be properly packed and meet the cabin baggage weight and size requirements. A maximum of 2.5 kg of dry ice per passenger is permissible if dry ice is used to carry these items. We reserve the right to refuse carriage if the items are not properly packed.

WEB-TO-MOBILE: Check in online. Your boarding pass will be sent to your mobile phone. The 2D barcode mobile boarding pass can be scanned at airport security and at the boarding gate.

MHMOBILE: Download and log onto flymas.mobi on your mobile phone and you will be sent a 2D barcode mobile boarding pass via SMS or email.

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ON-TIME PERFORMANCE

Our check-in counters close 60 minutes before departure. Please allow at least 45 minutes for immigration and security clearance. Boarding gate will close 20 minutes prior to departure and late passengers will not be accepted.

FASTCHECK SELF-SERVICE KIOSK: Check in and print your boarding pass at these kiosks at the airport.

CITY CENTRE COUNTER CHECK-IN: Available at KL Sentral in Kuala Lumpur and in Hong Kong.

SPECIAL ASSISTANCE

Wheelchairs and attendant services are available with 24-hour advance request.

YOUNG PASSENGER TRAVELLING ALONE (YPTA)

We provide assistance for children aged five to 14 years old travelling alone, with 24-hour advance request.

EXCLUSIVE CHECK-IN: Enrich Platinum/Gold Members and First/Business Class Passengers can check in at the premium front-end check-in lounge, or via telephone, arriving 30 minutes before take-off if you do not have check-in baggage.

NO-SMOKING POLICY

Smoking, including the use of electronic cigarettes, is prohibited on all flights.

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MASwings flights operated by Royal Brunei

Scotia Sea

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Misawa Hanamaki Yamagata Tokyo

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Kaohsiung

Angeles Manila

Philippine Sea

Guam

Cebu

Ho Chi Minh City Krabi

Kota Kinabalu

Banda Aceh Medan

East China Taipei Sea

Shenzhen Hong Kong Haikou

Hanoi

Hyderabad

Colombo

Fuzhou Xiamen

Guilin

Kunming

Dhaka

Ahmedabad

Seoul

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Port Hedland Newman

Alice Springs Ayers Rock

Geraldton Perth

Coral Sea

Cairns

Broome

Exmouth Paraburdoo

Port Moresby

Horn Island

Darwin

Townsville Hamilton Island Mackay Moranbah Rockhampton Longreach Gladstone Emerald Blackall Hervey Bay Roma Charleville Brisbane Moree Cloncurry

Kalgoorlie Whyalla Port Lincoln

Mildura Adelaide

Coffs Harbour

Armidale Tamworth Dubbo Wagga Wagga

Albury

Port Macquarie Newcastle

Lord Howe Island

Sydney

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Melbourne Devonport

New Caledonia

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Neuquén Osorno

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MOVIES

MOVIE HIGHLIGHTS

LATEST

Keeping Up With The Joneses

Storks

The Accountant

ZACH GALIFIANAKIS, ISLA FISHER PG-13 / 105 mins / Action, Comedy / E, F, J, K, C+

ANDY SAMBERG, KATIE CROWN, KELSEY GRAMMER PG / 88 mins / Animation, Adventure, Comedy / E, F, J, K

BEN AFFLECK, ANNA KENDRICK, J.K. SIMMONS R / / 128 mins / Action, Crime, Drama / E, G, I, J, E+

War Dogs

Suicide Squad

Ice Age: Collision Course

JONAH HILL, MILES TELLER, STEVE LANTZ, ANA DE ARMAS R / / 114 mins / Comedy, Crime, Drama / E, F, I, J, C+

WILL SMITH, JARED LETO, MARGOT ROBBIE, JOEL KINNAMAN PG-13 / 123 mins / Adventure, Fantasy, Action / E, G, K, ES, E+

RAY ROMANO, DENIS LEARY, JOHN LEGUIZAMO, SIMON PEGG PG / 94 mins / Animation, Adventure, Comedy / E, J, K, ES

Miss Peregrine’s Home For Peculiar Children

Morgan

Lights Out

KATE MARA, ANYA TAYLOR-JOY, ROSE LESLIE, TOBY JONES R / / 92 mins / Horror, Mystery, Sci-Fi / E, F, J, C+

TERESA PALMER, GABRIEL BATEMAN, MARIA BELLO, BILLY BURKE PG-13 / / 81 mins / Horror, Thriller / E, ES, J, I, E+

The Birth Of A Nation

Batman: The Killing Joke

NATE PARKER, ARMIE HAMMER, PENELOPE ANN MILLER R / / 120 mins / Biography, Drama, History / E, F, J, ES

KEVIN CONROY, MARK HAMILL, TARA STRONG, RAY WISE R / / 76 mins / Animation, Action, Crime / E, G, F, ES

Absolutely Fabulous: The Movie

Five talented youths from Penang who are part of a dance group decide to enter a highly popular television dance competition to prove they have what it takes to become the best street dance performers in Malaysia. However, frontman Kimi gets distracted as he pursues the affections of a girl, which ultimately threatens the group’s chances at the competition. From music to movements, the film visually and aurally celebrates the art form of street dance, bringing together remixes of popular Malaysian hip-hop tunes with exciting choreographed dance sequences.

Mike And Dave Need Wedding Dates

The Legend Of Tarzan

REZA HASBI, IZARA AISHAH, IEDIL PUTRA PG-13 / 100 mins / Drama, Comedy / M, E+

Keeping Up With The Joneses

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Jeff and Karen Gaffney are an ordinary suburban couple who are excited at meeting their new neighbours, Tim and Natalie Jones, a worldly and sophisticated pair who have chosen to settle down in suburbia. The Gaffneys, however, are suspicious that the Joneses may not be who they claim, and soon find out the perfect couple are government spies on a secret mission. They too become embroiled in the dangerous operation involving shootouts and car chases.

ZACH GALIFIANAKIS, ISLA FISHER, JON HAMM PG-13 / 105 mins / Action, Comedy / E, K, J, F, C+

EVA GREEN, ASA BUTTERFIELD, SAMUEL L. JACKSON PG-13 / 127 mins / Adventure, Drama, Family / E, G, I, J, C+

Showdown The Movie

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ZAC EFRON, ADAM DEVINE, ANNA KENDRICK, AUBREY PLAZA R / / 98 mins / Adventure, Comedy, Romance / E, G, F, I, J

ALEXANDER SKARSGÅRD, RORY J. SAPER, CHRISTIAN STEVENS PG-13 / 110 mins / Action, Adventure, Drama / E, J, K, G, C+

JENNIFER SAUNDERS, JOANNA LUMLEY, JANE HORROCKS R / / 91 mins / Comedy / E, ES, I, J, C+

Independence Day: Resurgence LIAM HEMSWORTH, JEFF GOLDBLUM, BILL PULLMAN, PG-13 / 120 mins / Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi / E, J, I, ES

• The Conjuring 2

• Me Before You

• Midnight Special

• 21 Days Under The Sky

• Max

• Deadpool

• Eddie The Eagle

• The Peanuts Movie

• The Revenant

• The Intern

• In The Heart Of The Sea

• Creed

• X-Men: Apocalypse

• The Man From U.N.C.L.E.

• Joy

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MOVIES

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EUROPEAN

MALAY

CHINESE

HINDI

FRENCH

Manisnya Cinta Di Cappadocia (above)

快手枪手快枪手 / For A

बाघ ी / Baaghi (above)

NUR FAZURA, SHAHEIZY SAM, LISA SURIHANI G / 110 mins / Comedy, Drama, Romance / E+

LIN GENGXIN, ZHANG JINGCHU, LIU XIAOQING R / / 115 mins / Action, Comedy / E+

• Water For Elephants • Mr. & Mrs. Smith • The Curious Case Of Benjamin Button • Nancy Drew • Unaccompanied Minors • Red Riding Hood • The Great Gatsby

Brice 3

JEAN DUJARDIN, CLOVIS CORNILLAC, BRUNO SALOMONE G / / 95 mins / Comedy / E+

• Avatar

Showdown The Movie

• The Wolverine

REZA HASBI, IZARA AISHAH, IEDIL PUTRA PG-13 / 100 mins / Drama, Comedy / E+

• Argo • The Pelican Brief

Pekak

• Flipped • The Mask • The Other Woman • Stoker • The Incredible Burt Wonderstone

GERMAN

Hannas schlafende Hunde / Hanna’s Sleeping Dogs HANNELORE ELSNER, NIKE SEITZ, FRANZISKA WEISZ NR / / 120 mins / Drama / E+

ZAHIRIL ADZIM, SHARIFAH AMANI, SHARIFAH SAKINAH R / / 95 mins / Drama / E+

MALAY CLASSICS Panglima Badol A. R. BADUL, YUSNI JAAFAR G / 90 mins / Comedy, Drama

• Rock Of Ages • In Time

INDONESIA

• Runner Runner • Charlie And The Chocolate Factory • Harry Potter (Box Set) • Rio, Rio 2 • The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel

I Am Hope (above)

Juara

• Taken 2, Taken 3

BISMA KARISMA, CICCIO MANASSERO, ANJANI DINA PG-13 / 106 mins / Action, Drama, Comedy / E+

• New Year’s Eve

• The Three Stooges

寒戰 2 / Cold War 2 AARON KWOK, CHOW YUN FAT, TONY LEUNG KA-FAI

कप ूर & स स ं / Kapoor & Sons

CHINESE CLASSICS

बार बार द ख े ो / Baar Baar Dekho / Look Again

PG-13 / 110 mins / Drama, Action / E+, C+

长恨歌 / Everlasting Regret SAMMI CHENG, TONY LEUNG KA FAI, HU JUN, DANIEL WU

JAPANESE

SPANISH

Secuestro / Boy Missing BLANCA PORTILLO, JOSE CORONADO PG-13 / / 110 mins / Thriller, Suspense, Action / E+

TAGALOG

Bittersweet (above) HARUNA KAWAGUCHI, KENTO HAYASHI G / 95 mins / Romance, Comedy / E+

• The Book Thief • Kingsman: The Secret Service • Edge Of Tomorrow • Lethal Weapon (Box Set) • The Losers • If I Stay

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SIDHARTH MALHOTRA, KATRINA KAIF, SAYANI GUPTA PG-13 / 141 mins / Comedy, Drama, Romance / E+

HINDI CLASSICS

Sunflowers

‫جمهورية إمبابة‬

BASSEM SAMRA, INAS EZZ EL DIN, OLA GHANEM PG / 78 mins / Drama / E+

‫ تسعة‬/ Tes’ah / Nine

MAJDY RASHWAN, MAHA NASSAR, SHADY SUROR PG-13 / 89 mins / Thriller, Crime / E+

AKSHAY KUMAR, KARISMA KAPOOR, SHILPA SHETTY PG-13 / 172 mins / Action / E+

YO YOSHIDA, YOSHINO KIMURA G / 105 mins / Drama / E+

TAMIL

KOREAN

DINESH, NIVETHA PETHURAJ, MIA GEORGE G / 141 mins / Drama, Comedy / E+

ஒரு நாள் கூத்து / One Day Fest

தேறி / The Spark

ARABIC / Gomhureyet Imbaba / The Republic of Embaba

जानवर / Jaanwar

嫌な女 / Desperate

• The Family Stone • The Bridges Of Madison County

SIDHARTH MALHOTRA, FAWAD KHAN, ALIA BHATT PG-13 / 110 mins / Comedy, Drama, Romance / E+

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• Cheaper By The Dozen • Hairspray

SALMAN KHAN, ANUSHKA SHARMA PG-13 / 123 mins / Romance, Drama / E+

VITTORIA PUCCINI, FABIO DE LUIGI, ANGELO DURO PG-13 / / 120 mins / Drama / E+

• Happy Feet, Happy Feet 2

• Jingle All The Way

सल ु ्तान / Sultan

ITALIAN

TATJANA SAPHIRA, FACHRI ALBAR, TIO PAKUSADEWO G / 108 mins / Drama / E+

• Four Christmases

PG-13 / 119 mins / Action, Drama / E+, C+

TIGER SHROFF, SHRADDHA KAPOOR PG-13 / 122 mins / Action, Drama / E+

Tiramisu

• The Second Best Exotic Marigold Hotel

• Fred Claus

危城 / Call Of Heroes SEAN LAU, EDDIE PENG, LOUIS KOO, YUAN QUAN

PG / 115 mins / Drama / E+, C+

• Selena

• Ice Age: The Meltdown

Few Bullets (above)

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• The Polar Express

VIJAY, SAMANTHA RUTH PRABHU, AMY JACKSON G / 157 mins / Action, Thriller / E+

Kung Sa Inyo / How To Be Yours BEA ALONZO, GERALD ANDERSON, BERNARD PALANCA PG / 113 mins / Drama, Romance / E+

Barcelona: A Love Untold KATHRYN BERNARDO, CHRISTINA SANCHEZ ELLOSO PG / 100 mins / Drama / E+

특별수사: 사형수의 편지 /

Proof Of Innocence (above) KIM MYUNG-MIN , KIM SANGHO, SUNG DONG-IL PG-13 / 120 mins / Drama / E+

조선 마술사 / The Magician

TAMIL CLASSICS அலைபாயுதே / Alaipayuthey

R. MADHAVAN, SHALINI PG-13 / 135 mins / Drama / E+

YOO SEUNG-HO, GO A-RA NR / 122 mins / Romance, Drama / E+

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TV

TV HIGHLIGHTS

COMEDY

DRAMA

FRENCH

The Grinder S1

Gotham S2

• Magnificent French Riviera (above)

ROB LOWE, FRED SAVAGE, MARY ELIZABETH ELLIS 4 Episodes / 30 mins each

BEN MCKENZIE, JADA PINKETT SMITH, DONAL LOGUE 22 Episodes / 60 mins each /

People Of Earth S1

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Cynical journalist Ozzie Graham has been investigating a support group of alien abductees and their supposed encounters with extraterrestrial beings. Ozzie initially writes the group off as a bunch of weirdos and conspiracy theorists until he comes face-to-face with strange occurrences that lead him to question his own belief in the possibility of life beyond Earth.

WYATT CENAC, LUKA JONES, ALICE WETTERLUND 5 Episodes / 30 mins each / Comedy / E

• The French Spiderman Vs Burj Khalifa

NATURAL WORLD The Last Man On Earth S2 WILL FORTE, KRISTEN SCHAAL 4 Episodes / 30 mins each

Major Crimes S5 MARY MCDONNELL, G.W. BAILEY, TONY DENISON 12 Episodes / 60 mins each /

• Savannah Rebirth: The Cycle Of Life (above) • Planet Earth II Ep1 Rush Hour S1 JUSTIN HIRES, JON FOO, AIMEE GARCIA 8 Episodes / 30 mins each

Frequency S1 NYPD Detective Raimy Sullivan discovers she is able to communicate with her father Frank Sullivan, a detective who was killed as part of an undercover sting in 1996, via his old ham radio.

With his daughter’s help, Frank manages to avoid being killed, but her attempts at saving his life triggers the ‘butterfly effect’, unintentionally changing the present in unforeseen ways.

PEYTON LIST, RILEY SMITH, DEVIN KELLEY 7 Episodes / 60 mins each / Drama / E

Empire S2 TERRENCE HOWARD, BRYSHERE Y. GRAY, JUSSIE SMOLLETT 5 Episodes / 60 mins each /

BUSINESS

Raising Hope S4 LUCAS NEFF, MARTHA PLIMPTON, GARRET DILLAHUNT 22 Episodes / 30 mins each

Sullivan & Son S3 STEVE BYRNE, BRIAN DOYLEMURRAY, CHRISTINE EBERSOLE 12 Episodes / 30 mins each /

Two And A Half Men S12 JON CRYER, ASHTON KUTCHER, ANGUS T. JONES 15 Episodes / 30 mins each

The Flash S2 GRANT GUSTIN, CANDICE PATTON, DANIELLE PANABAKER 23 Episodes / 60 mins each

• Powerlist Asia 5 Ep12: Liew Kee Sin • Titans At The Table: Bill Gates

Modern Family S7 ED O’NEILL, SOFÍA VERGARA, JULIE BOWEN 3 Episodes / 30 mins each

Fresh Off The Boat S1/S2 RANDALL PARK, CONSTANCE WU, HUDSON YANG 3 Episodes / 30 mins each

How I Met Your Mother S9 Empire S2 In the season opener, Cookie attempts to finalise a hostile takeover of Empire after Lucious is arrested and incarcerated. However, Lucious continues to run Empire from inside prison with the help of one of his sons, Jamal, and foils Cookie’s takeover plans.

TERRENCE HOWARD, BRYSHERE Y. GRAY, JUSSIE SMOLLETT 5 Episodes / 60 mins each / / Drama / E

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JOSH RADNOR, JASON SEGEL, COBIE SMULDERS 3 Episodes / 30 mins each

New Girl S4 ZOOEY DESCHANEL, JAKE JOHNSON, MAX GREENFIELD 3 Episodes / 30 mins each

People Of Earth S1 WYATT CENAC, LUKA JONES, ALICE WETTERLUND 5 Episodes / 30 mins each

SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY 11.22.63 S1 JAMES FRANCO, SARAH GADON, GEORGE MACKAY 9 Episodes / 60 mins each

Roadies S1 LUKE WILSON, CARLA GUGINO, IMOGEN POOTS 10 Episodes / 60 mins each /

The Originals S2 JOSEPH MORGAN, DANIEL GILLIES, CLAIRE HOLT 22 Episodes / 60 mins each /

Frequency S1

• The Sound Barrier (above) • OCD And Me • Redesign My Brain Ep1: Help Me Adapt

DEVIN KELLEY, PEYTON LIST 7 Episodes / 60 mins each

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TV

SPORT

JAPANESE

HISTORY

LIFESTYLE

SOUNDSTAGE

• Football Rivalries: Manchester United v Liverpool (above)

• 楽しい日本 / Joyous Japan Ep6 (above)

• History Of Tanks (above)

• The Drinks List Ep1

• Elegies, Heartbreaks And The Night Of The Soul

• Steven Gerrard: A Year In My Life

• 日本で何が暑い / What’s Hot In Japan Ep2: Shizuoka: Bicycle Trip To Mt. Fuji Pt1

MALAY

KOREAN

• HMS Victory – The Nation’s Flagship

SHOWBIZ

KIDS • Supper Heroes Ep3

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• Toyota Racing Series 2016 Ep3

• Story Of The London Underground

• Soccer Bugs Ep6

• Haramain Backpackers (above)

• 1, 2 Bakar Ep1

• 나, 나 자신과 여행 / Me, Myself & Travel Ep1 (above) • 아름다움 하늘 / Beauty Sky Ep1

• The Streets 2: Adelaide

TAMIL

• Hollywood’s 10 Best: Hottest Women (above)

• Top Gear Series 23 Ep1

• Rich Kids Of Beverly Hills: Runaway Bride • BoBoiBoy Ep1 – Ep10

• Fashion Police: New York Fashion Week • Car Matchmaker: Cross Fit Campers

CHINESE

• The Great British Bake Off: Series 07 Ep1

TRAVEL

• 白头偕老 / A Love Of Many Colour (above) • 皇朝食代 / Journey To A Royal Cuisine: Beijing

• க�ோவிலும் பிரசாதமும் / Kovilum Prasadhamum (above) • உறும் உணவும் / Urum Unavum

HINDI ARABIC

• ‫ مقهى القديم‬/

Old Café Ep1 & 2 (above) •

‫إثيوبيا س ريا عىل األقدام‬ / Ethiopia On Foot Ep1

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• कानू न में प्रत िद्वंद्वियों / Rivals In Law Ep2 (above) • कॉमे ड ी नाइट्स बचाओ / Comedy Nights Bachao: Team Baar Baar Dekho Light Up The Stage

• Be Cool, Scooby-Doo! Ep2: Party Like It’s 1899

• Enrich Takes Over Adelaide Ep1 – Ep4 • Four By Four Ep1: Road Trip To Malaysia – Thailand Border (above) • The Eco Traveller Ep3: The Sustainable Side Of Negros Occidental

• Hi-5 Ep41 – Ep43

• You, Me & Malaysia

• Chinese New Year - The Greatest Celebration On Earth

• ASEAN Solidarity Expedition Ep3: Vietnam

• Enrich Luxe Retreats: Destination Sydney

• Best In The World: Japan Ep1

• Enrich Luxe Retreats: United Kingdom

• Masterchef Poh

• Enrich Luxe Retreats: City Of Lights

• Enrich Luxe Retreats: Destination Sydney

• Enrich Brand Video

RELIGIOUS

• Madrasah Ep3: Philippines • Inside Islam: Islamic Economy

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AUDIO ON DEMAND

AUDIO HIGHLIGHTS

Little Mix – Glory Days

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The 2011 U.K. X-Factor victors return with their fourth album, bringing together a montage of weepy piano ballads, pop bangers and on-trend EDM. Glory Days mainly sticks to the foursome’s winning themes, ranging from break-ups to make-ups. Shoutout To My Ex, which debuted at number one on the singles charts, gives the album an explosive start with its folk-pop beats, while Nobody Like You showcases the girls’ vocals, making this a power break-up song.

Miranda Lambert – The Weight Of These Wings The country singer’s double album arrives in the wake of her high-profile divorce from fellow Nashville star Blake Shelton, and as expected, is filled with emotional devastation but refreshingly leaves out the spite and anger. Instead, it focuses on moving on and growing up to become a better person. The mood throughout the album is staggeringly consistent, and Lambert maintains her trademark style as a country girl but one who has gone through grief and heartache while not completely giving up on love.

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THE HITS

JAZZ

CLASSICAL

NASYID

including... Olly Murs (above), Robbie Williams, Daya, Leann Rimes, Jimmy Eat World, James Arthur, Rebecca Ferguson, Little Mix

including... Bria Skonberg (above), Miles Davis, Hugh Coltman, Flabby, Julia Fordham, Dhaffer Youssef, Till Bronner, Allen Toussaint

including... Australian Haydn Ensemble (above), Melbourne Symphony Orchestra & Sir Andrew Davis, Lang Lang, Ulrike Hofbauer,

including... Nowseeheart (above), Opick, Inteam, Lah Ahmad, Harris J, Maher Zain, Ammar Hamdan, Almarhum Ustaz Asri Ibrahim, Suhaimi Saad

MEMORIES

SOUNDTRACK

CLUB

LIGHT & EASY

including... Joe Cocker (above), Elvis Presley, Pink Floyd, Petula Clark, Roy Orbison, Bruce Springsteen, Westlife, Barbra Streisand

including... The Girl On The Train (OST) (above), A Street Cat Named Bob (OST), Trolls (OST), Ghostbusters, Money Monster (OST)

including... Boom Jinx Above & Beyond (above), Mirami, Soda, ZHU, DJ Shadow, Moby, Kygo, RUFUS, Faithless, Nero, Hardwell, Caribou

including... Above & Beyond (above), The Fray, Cliff Richard, Jeff Buckley, Leonard Cohen, The Piano Guys, Barry Gibb, Barbra Streisand

WORLD

KIDS

HINDI

MANDARIN

including... Corciolli (above), Seun Kuti, Humood Alkhuder, Celtic Thunder, Magos & Limon, Aziza Brahim, Vieux Farka Toure & Julia Easterlin, St. Germain, Bixiga 70, Terakaft, Toto la Momposina y Sus Tambores, Songhoy Blues, Samba Toure

including... My First Lullaby Album (above), The Wiggles, Lah-Lah, Jane Sheldon & Teddy Tahu Rhodes, Nay Nay, Siti Nordiana, Emma, Rhys Muldoon, Play School, Various Artists - The Legacy Collection: The Little Mermaid

including... Tum Bin 2 (above), Tutak Tutak Tutiya, Freaky Ali, Junooniyat, Housefull 3, Bhaaghi, Ki & Ka, Rocky Handsome, Sanam Re

including... Victor Wong (above), Evan Yo, Ocean Ou, Eric Chou, Jay Chou, Jam Hsiao, Amber Kuo, Eve Ai, Phil Lam, Coco Lee

TAMIL

R&B

including... Akim & The Majistret, Alif Satar, Ogy Ahmad Daud, Hujan, Aishah, Aliff Aziz, Datuk Hattan, Wings, Mojo, Dato’ Siti Nurhaliza, KRU, Gerhana Ska Cinta

including... Angela Pang, Phil Lam, Jason Chan, Eason Chan, MR., Pong Nan, Priscilla Chan, Sandy Lam, Ella Koon, PakHo, EdMOND

INDONESIAN

including... Aimer, Angela Aki, Baby Metal, Scandal, Depapepe, Flow, Kalafina, Mika Nakashima, Eir Aoi, 2PM

including... Alicia Keys, Usher, Solange, Craig David, Fantasia, Izzy Bizzu, Maxwell, Laura Mvula, Prince Royce, Miguel, Ciara, Stan Walker, Jennifer Hudson

COMEDY

including... Bocey, Weird Al Yankovic, Lily Tomlin, Mike Birbiglia, Jerry Seinfeld, Ray Romano, Woody Allen, Russell Peters, Monty Python

MALAY

COUNTRY

including... Miranda Lambert, Ward Thomas, Dolly Parton, Jake Owen, Mary Duff, The Highwaymen, Blake Shelton, Kelsea Bellerini, Jewel, Carrie Underwood

including... Bruce Lee, Tamil Beats, MS. Dhoni: The Untold Story, Thodari, Size Zero, Kollywood, Irudhi Suttru, Kochadaiiyaan

including... Melly Goeslow, Wali Band, Indah Dewi Pertiwi, Nadira Adnan, Sheila On 7, Hijau Daun, Judika

CANTONESE

JAPANESE

KOREAN

RELAX

including... Yanni, Yiruma, Enya, Jennifer Defrayne, Carl Weingarten, Michał Lewicki

including... FTIsland, Akdong Musician, AOA, Lee Hi, 4minute, Winner, iKon, Hyuna, Royal Pirates, BTOB, CNBLUE, Apink, Beast, Gary

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RADIO CHANNELS & E-LEARNING

CHART TOPPERS

MALAY HITS

MANDARIN MIX

JAZZ

HOSTED BY B EN LOH

HOSTED BY K C ISMAIL

HOSTED BY C HONG HUEY LING

HOSTED BY B RAD POWER

E-LEARNING

Put your time in the air to good use with our essential learning tools.

Some learning tools only available on selected routes.

ROCK ARENA HOSTED BY TERRY ONG

including... Faizul Sany, Altimet, Aliff Aziz & Kila Fairy, Mytha, Lah Ahmad, Aliff Aziz, Jaz, Alif Satar, Hafiz & Misha Omar, Syamkamarul, SonaOne, Astrid, Judika, Cakra Khan, Humood Al-Khuder, Ary Hadre

MALAY CLASSICS

including... A-LIN, 邓福如, 周杰伦, 李毓芬, 胡夏, 王力宏, 邓紫棋, 王若琳, 张靓颖, 南拳妈妈, 品冠, 陈 绮贞, 周兴哲, 白安, 陶晶莹, 艾怡良, 温岚, 华晨宇, 丁噹, 光良, 周传雄, 林育群

KOREAN HOSTED BY E LLEN HAN

including... Theo Croker, Bria Skonberg, Bill Frisell, Jazz at Lincoln Center, Miles Davis & Robert Glasper feat.

Stevie Wonder, Bob James & David Sanborn, The Bad Plus, Michel Camilo, Craig Handy

Holy Quran

An interactive e-learning application that enables passengers to read the Holy Quran and listen to its recitation.

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including... Pentatonix, Little Mix, Britney Spears, Hitimpulse, The Sam Willows, Daya, Anna Kendrick & Justin Timberlake, Lost Kings, Fifth Harmony, Guy Sebastian, John Mayer, Samantha Jade & Cyrus

NASYID

Berlitz® Word Traveler including... OASIS, Pearl Jam, Jefferson Airplane, Dave Matthews Band, The Strokes, Heart, Lostprophets, AC/DC, Mike Watt, Foo Fighters, The Rubens, Daddy Cool, Kings Of Leon, Incubus

GOLDEN ERA HOSTED BY R ICHARD LA FABER

including... Ogy Ahmad Daud, Dato’ M.Nasir, Broery & Ziana Zain, Sanisah Huri, Revolvers Aishah, Hattan Ogy Ahmad Daud, Amy, Ahmad Jais, Safura, Broery & Dewi Yull, Awie

HINDI RHYTHMS

including... Postmen, Solji, Hani (EXID), Ben, C.I.V.A, COCOSORI, Yoo Sung Eun, Lee Min Ho, EXID, Lee Seung Chul, Park Si Hwan, WheeSung, Song Yu Vin, Yang Song E, Baechigi

JAPANESE HOSTED BY K AORU SATO

Including... Suhaimi Saad, Hafiz Hamidun, Harris J, Brothers, Hijjaz, In-Team, UNIC, Mestica, Rabbani, Inteam, Opick, Haddad Alwi, Maher Zain, Lah Ahmad

This language training tool can teach you the basics of 23 languages.

AGHANI ARABBIYAH

HOSTED BY M ONA JASMAN

b-wise™

(A380 only) Learn about local business cultures and etiquette, wherever you are in the world!

including... Michael Jackson, Van Morrison, Donovan, John Denver, Bruce Hornsby & The Range, Men At Work, The Bangles, The Isley Brothers, Cyndi Lauper, Roy Orbison, The Clash, Luther Vandross, New Kids On The Block

including... Kanika Kapoor, Meet Bros feat.

Armaan Malik & Tulsi Kumar, Arijit Singh, Samira Koppikar, Yo Yo Honey Singh, Rekha Bhardwaj, Jagjit Singh, Nitin Mukesh, Ankit Tiwari, Neha Kakkar, Nitin Mukesh, K.K.

including... きものがか り Ikimonogakari, 平井 堅 Ken Hirai, 中島美嘉 Nakashima Mika, 龍雅 Ryoga, Kalafina, Flow, アンジェラ・アキ Angela Aki, 2PM, Scandal, Yui, DEPAPEPE, 藍井エイル Eir Aoi

including... Mesut Kurtis, Maher Zain, Hamza Namira, Humood AlKhudher

Passengers with AVOD can enjoy a host of radio shows across a range of genres. Channel numbers depend on the aircraft.

Check your aircraft type and then on your in-flight entertainment system to find out.

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Soundview Executive Book Summaries (A380 only)

A quick and easy way to distill key ideas from today’s top business books.

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HANDSET INSTRUCTIONS

GETTING STARTED For passengers with a seatback personal screen, please refer to the following instructions for use of the remote control. 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.

All passengers B737-800 & A330

First & Business Class A380

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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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Control Paddle*

13. Back button To go to previous screen.

14. Screen ON/OFF button To switch the Interactive screen ON/OFF. 15. Home button Shortcut to go to Main Menu.

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16. QWERTY keyboard - B738 / A333 17. Magnetic card reader * Not on the Inseat System

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8. To keep motivated, I always try to set targets. I need to have one, both in football and in my personal life.

9. The book I’m reading now is … I’m not reading anything now, but I usually like detective novels.

10. My current favourite song is … none in particular, but I like Coldplay and U2.

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PHOTO ZAK KACZMAREK - LIVERPOOL FC VIA GETTY IMAGES

11. The last time I took a vacation was a few months ago, to Mauritius.

LIVERPOOL FC LEGEND VLADIMÍR ŠMICER HAS A SOFT SPOT FOR DETECTIVE NOVELS AND CZECH BEER.

12. To relieve stress, I go to the gym. It always clears my head.

13. The three things I cannot live without are my family, my iPhone and my health.

14. My favourite movie of all time is Braveheart.

15. The most memorable scene is when he’s being stretched on the rack. The little piece of cloth he got from his late wife falls down and he sees her in the crowd. I thought that was touching.

16. In another life, I am James Bond or Indiana Jones?

Indiana Jones. I’ve watched all the films!

17. If I had superpowers, it would be the power to rid the world of guns.

18. If I could turn back time, I would not change anything.

I’m happy with how my life is going.

19. If I could invite three people, dead or alive, to dinner, they would be Michael Jordan, Tiger Woods and Diego Maradona.

1. The greatest moment of my life was in 2005, when I won the Champions League with Liverpool.

20. And we would be eating Czech food! I don’t think they’ll like it but I’d like to see their reaction!

2. The greatest regret I have is … I don’t know if you can call it a regret, but I was sad when I got injured playing football. I’ve had four operations on my right knee.

21. And discussing about sports and their lives. They are all great sportsmen and I’d like to know more about them.

3. The one virtue I try to live by is to be free.

4. The person I most admire is my mum.

5. I deplore people who are dishonest. I don’t like people who lie.

6. The quality I like most in a person is honesty. I have friends who tell me things I might not want to hear, and that’s important to me.

7. My guilty pleasure is alcohol. Czech beer, especially.

22. If I could change one thing in the world, it would be to have a world where there is no violence. I understand that we might not be able to love one another, but we should at least have respect for one another. I don’t like violence and when people are hurting each other.

23. When flying I will never wear a onesie. My kids have it at home and it’s a terrible thing. I’d never wear it anywhere.

24. When flying I always buy magazines at the airport. I like to bring my own magazines onto the flight. It’s like a habit with me. Usually they’re about cars, fashion or sports, like football and ice hockey.

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