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Malay Mail
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Malay Mail
Hyatt Place Kuala Lumpur's Valentina Cucina E Bar offers elevated dining with sweeping views of Bukit Jalil and authentic Italian dishes under Chef Markus Kúhni
KUALA LUMPUR, July 31 — Atop Hyatt Place Kuala Lumpur, this stylish spot offers a bird-eye's view of KL's urban skyline and a menu that celebrates cucina Italiana, presented in a modern style. Purists will be happy to know that Italian-Swiss Chef Markus Kúhni is at the helm to firmly steer the restaurant down the path of authentic Southern Italian style cooking. 'I will stick to traditional Italian classics as fusion is not my thing and you don't need to mix spices in it to make it flavourful.' Before arriving at Valentina, Kúhni cooked in the Middle East, China and Indonesia, where he once served as the 'Royal Chef' for the former Queen of Thailand. Dine high above Bukit Jalil at Valentina Cucina E Bar where authentic Italian dishes are served. — Picture by Choo Choy May A 40-year veteran of prestigious hotels like IHG, Shangri-La, Dusit Thani, Marriott and Kempinski, Kúhni was one of the youngest top executive chefs at Banyan Tree in Bintan at the age of 27. In Bali, he owns Swiss Chalet Grill & Bar Ubud with a partner. But he has not been to Malaysia before, which he is excited about. 'I decided to come here as I've never worked in Malaysia. It was always on the map but I never had the opportunity'. Ever since the restaurant opened about two years ago, it's always been in the hands of an Italian chef, as reflected in the menu composed of pasta, pizzas, main meals and desserts. Kúhni will also be working hard with his assistant, Chef Dominic Gossens, to add more of his signature dishes to the menu. Here, the hand crafted pastas come in various styles like orecchiette, gnocchi, rigatoni, maccheroni, accentuated by the different sauces. Enjoy the ocean's bounty with the Tagliolini Al Nero Di Seppia with squid ink pasta cooked in marinara sauce and seafood. — Picture by Choo Choy May Celebrating the ocean's rich bounty is the Tagliolini Al Nero Di Seppia (RM75), where jet black squid ink pasta is tossed with an abundance of clams, mussels and squid, all cooked in marinara sauce, with a final flourish of grilled prawn and anchovy crumbs. Don't overlook the Tortellini In Brodo (RM72) — slow cooked Wagyu beef stuffed inside the pockets of pasta with a delicate beef broth. Tortellini In Brodo (left) are morsels of pasta stuffed with slow cooked Wagyu beef served with a delicate beef broth while one can share the Calzone (right) with refreshing drinks like Signora Rosa, Giardino di Bacche and Frozen Margarita. — Pictures by Choo Choy May Ravioli Del Pastore (RM65) may be meat-free but you won't miss it as each ravioli is filled with fluffy sheep's milk ricotta, to be relished with a piece of creamy grilled aubergine and an arrabiata sauce rich in tomatoes but meek in heat. Calzone (RM55), a layered pizza bountifully stuffed with buffalo mozzarella, tomato sauce, button mushrooms and turkey ham, is best shared. For the main show, the magnificent Polpo Alla Griglia (RM190) or octopus cooked sous vide, impresses with a tender texture and lightly charred flavour, accompanied with a seafood stuffed croquette and saffron scented mashed potatoes. Italian-Swiss chef Markus Kúhni (right) and his assistant Dominic Gossens (left) are in charge of Valentina Cucina E Bar where you can dine on magnificent Polpo Alla Griglia (right) with saffron mashed potatoes and seafood croquette. — Pictures by Choo Choy May and courtesy of Valentina Cucina E Bar Tagliata Di Manzo (RM190 for 100 grams, minimum order is 300 grams) is a textbook perfect winner with tender Wagyu ribeye served on a board with all sorts of accompaniments including the unusual air bag potatoes or light, crispy bites that make fries look so yesterday. Tagliata Di Manzo is a fun way to relish tender Wagyu ribeye in playful combinations with beef 'au jus', salt, roasted garlic confit, porcini mixed mushrooms, pecorino truffle butter or the unusual light, crispy air bag potatoes. — Picture by Choo Choy May One can have tremendous fun mixing and matching the flavours, like combining truffle infused porcini mixed mushrooms with the meat, or perhaps mixing the velvety roast garlic confit with the truffle pecorino butter, or go the conventional way to just pour beef au jus or sprinkle salt over your steak. Dolci or desserts are not to be missed, especially the charming Tiramisù Semifreddo (RM44). Tiramisù Semifreddo reimagines the classic dessert in a modern style while maintaining its Italian soul with the flavours of coffee, mascarpone cream and chocolate. — Picture by Choo Choy May It may not look like your conventional tiramisu with distinct layers but here it's hidden like Russian dolls layer by layer, as you dig inside the dessert to discover different flavours nestled inside. Your first layer is a chocolate covered shell you crack open to reveal the creamy mascarpone semifreddo, with a third layer inside the centre with coffee ganache, mixed with Savidioari sponge fingers. Its Italian soul is undeniable with the combination of classic coffee, mascarpone and chocolate flavours. If the weather's good, try to enjoy your drink out on the swimming pool terrace with the view, perhaps a sunny afternoon aperitivo like a tall glass of Frozen Margarita, mocktail Giardino Di Bacche with wild berry shrub, cranberry and lemon, or a gin-based cocktail Signora Rosa with cointreau, lemon and grenadine, to kickstart your meal or a moody post-dinner digestivo like grappa or amaro, the Italian way to end a spectacular night out here. Chill out at the poolside terrace with a Frozen Margarita, shaken by Valentina Cucina E Bar's bartender. — Picture by Choo Choy May With Kúhni on board, the poolside terrace may also see more excitement too. 'I am excited as the location is great with the view and I will involve the swimming pool to maybe do more parties.' View the video on: @eatdrinkmm Valentina Cucina E Bar, Rooftop (Level R), Hyatt Place Kuala Lumpur, Pusat Perdagangan Bandar, Persiaran Bukit Jalil 1, Bukit Jalil, Kuala Lumpur. Open daily: 12pm to 11.30pm (Kitchen closes at 10pm) Tel: 012-6793860 Website: @ Instagram: @ Follow us on Instagram @eatdrinkmm for more food gems.
Malay Mail
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Malay Mail
Sheila On 7 leads star-studded Latihan Pestapora Malaysia as 25,000 fans show up
KUALA LUMPUR, July 28 — 'Music connects us all' — that was the spirit at the inaugural Latihan Pestapora Malaysia, where over 25,000 fans packed the Bukit Jalil National Stadium for a full-day music celebration. The massive turnout came despite the festival coinciding with the Opposition-led 'Turun Anwar' protest in the capital, which reportedly drew over 18,000 demonstrators. Held on July 26, the music festival featured more than 25 acts from Malaysia and Indonesia, including current Indonesian chart-toppers Hindia and Feast., as well as the highly anticipated return of legendary rock band Sheila On 7 (SO7). Popular Malaysian acts such as Bunkface and SonaOne also left their mark on the historic stage. While the record for the largest concert crowd in Malaysia still belongs to British band Coldplay, who drew over 75,000 fans in 2023, Latihan Pestapora Malaysia is already being hailed as one of the most-attended music festivals in the country. Some of the acts performing on the two main stages of Latihan Pestapora Malaysia include Dolla, Pamungkas, Bittersweet and Kunto Aji. A first outside Indonesia Latihan Pestapora is part of a series of pre-events leading up to Indonesia's main Pestapora festival, which will be held from September 5 to 7 in Jakarta. This marks the first time a pre-event was staged outside Indonesia since the festival's inception in 2022. The Malaysian edition was co-organised by local company Hitman Solutions and Indonesia's Boss Creator, founder of Pestapora. The festival featured three stages: the main Hitman and Boss arenas, set side by side on the stadium track, and the Hingar Bingar stage located in the festival area near food and merchandise booths. Thousands arrive early despite heat Despite the hazy and hot Saturday, fans began arriving as early as 10am. By 1pm, the general admission queue had swelled with festivalgoers from across Malaysia, Singapore and Indonesia. Festival rules also prohibited entry after 7pm, prompting even more to show up early. Salammusik opened the main stage, followed by crowd-favourite sets by Indonesian singers Pamungkas and Kunto Aji. Malaysian girl group Dolla got the audience moving with their latest hit MWA! before Nadin Amizah slowed things down with a dreamy performance. Indonesian band Sheila On 7 was the main highlight of the night, marking their return to Malaysia since their last show here in 2018. Sheila On 7 rocks the house The night's biggest draw was the return of Sheila On 7, who hadn't performed in Malaysia since 2018. The band delivered a rousing 90-minute set featuring their iconic hits Hari Bersamanya, Film Favorit, and Sebuah Kisah Klasik (Untuk Masa Depan). The stadium echoed with singalongs for fan favourites Melompat Lebih Tinggi, Sephia, Seberapa Pantas, and Berhenti Berharap — the latter drowned out by the audience singing every word. Love them or hate them, local pop-punk band Bunkface proved their worth at Latihan Pestapora Malaysia. Bunkface, Empty Page, SonaOne energise local stage Local pop-punk band Bunkface earned praise for their high-octane performance on the main stage post-Maghrib prayers. Opening the evening segment, they launched into Malam Ini Kita Punya, Rentak Laguku, Situasi and Revolusi, prompting full-scale singalongs. Meanwhile, the Hingar Bingar stage, which initially saw smaller crowds, built momentum thanks to appearances by Alvn, Ismail Izzani, Julia Duclos, DJ CZA, Killa Driz and Gaston Pong. Show-stealers included local band Empty Page, who delivered a fun and intimate set, and rapper SonaOne, who thrilled the crowd with hits such as Apa Khabar and Satu Malam Di Temasek. Indonesian dangdut DJ duo Feel Koplo brought the party vibes to Latihan Pestapora Malaysia. Feel Koplo and Ari Lesmana close the show While many left after SO7's set, those who stayed were rewarded with a buzzing performance by Indonesian dangdut duo Feel Koplo, who brought Fourtwnty frontman Ari Lesmana on stage. Together, they performed dangdut remixes of Mangu and Fana Merah Jambu, closing the night on a high. Teething issues and future plans Some attendees voiced complaints about long queues and limited water stations early in the day. However, organisers resolved the issue by 8pm after opening more water points. Hitman Solutions founder Rohit Rampal acknowledged the logistical challenges but praised the team effort. 'Bringing Latihan Pestapora to Malaysia is a major milestone. It's not just a production achievement but a cultural success,' Rohit said. He hinted at plans to make it an annual event following the overwhelming response. As Latihan Pestapora Malaysia wraps up, all eyes now turn to the main Pestapora festival in Jakarta this September, where hundreds of acts — including Malaysian superstar Datuk Seri Siti Nurhaliza and Ipoh-born DJ Miko Naiko — are set to perform. More details are available at
Yahoo
16-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Sheila Majid to celebrate 40 years in showbiz with a Kuala Lumpur mega concert
16 Jul - Following the success of her 2023 show, Sheila Majid will be back on stage again to celebrate her 40th year in music. Aptly titled "Sheila Majid 40 Years in Music", the upcoming concert will be held on 8 November at 8.30pm at the Axiata Arena, Bukit Jalil, making it her first-ever solo mega concert. "Forty years is a long career. I never imagined being blessed with the love and support of fans who have stood by me all this time," said Sheila at the press conference announcing the concert earlier. "This is a gift. My longevity in this industry isn't something I achieved alone. I've been lucky to have so many brilliant people." She added that the upcoming concert is a tribute to all who have worked with her and alongside her throughout the decades. Her last big concert was the one-night only "Sheila Majid BIG BAND Live in Kuala Lumpur" in 2023. Tickets range from RM3,400 (Party Zone) to RM268 (CAT 4) and can be purchased beginning 17 July via ticket2u.
Malay Mail
15-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Malay Mail
Malaysian jazz icon Sheila Majid announces November concert at Axiata Arena, celebrating four decades in music
KUALA LUMPUR, July 15 — Malaysian queen of jazz Datuk Sheila Majid is set to return to the stage with a highly anticipated concert on November 8, 2025, 8.30pm at Axiata Arena, Bukit Jalil. Titled Sheila Majid 40 Years in Music, the show is not a tribute concert, but a celebration of a living legend whose career continues to flourish. According to the concert's main organiser, Altus Prohouse, the event will honour the milestones and enduring legacy of one of Malaysia's most beloved performers. 'Forty years is a long career. never imagined being blessed with the love and support of fans who have stood by me all this time,' said Sheila. 'This is a gift. My longevity in this industry isn't something I achieved alone — I've been lucky to have so many brilliant people, the architects and magic hands who've helped shape my career,' she added. 'Sheila Majid 40 years in music is a tribute to all of them — and a sweet marker in my journey that is still being embraced by today's generation.' Her most recent solo concert in Malaysia took place in 2023, Sheila Majid BIG BAND Live in Kuala Lumpur, a one-night-only event held at the World Trade Centre Kuala Lumpur (WTCKL). She also performed at Zepp KL in June of last year alongside Indonesian DJ duo Diskoria. Sheila Majid is set to grace the Axiata Arena, Bukit Jalil, for the first time this November. — Photo by Firdaus Latif While the official setlist has yet to be confirmed, Sheila has hinted that fans can expect to hear many of her iconic classics, including Sinaran and Legenda. This upcoming concert will mark Sheila's first-ever mega concert at Axiata Arena, and according to her long-time musical director Mac Chew the show will feature a retro vibe reminiscent of the golden era of her music, tailored for both longtime fans and a new generation of listeners. Sheila Majid needs no introduction in the world of music, whose influence stretches beyond national borders, resonating strongly in countries like Indonesia and Japan. Her debut album, Dimensi Baru (1985), launched a remarkable career, followed by critically acclaimed releases including Legenda (1990) and Ratu (1996). Among her many achievements, Sheila became the first non-Indonesian to win the prestigious BASF Award (now Anugerah Musik Indonesia) for Best Female R&B Artist in 1987, performed at the Tokyo Music Festival in 1989, and was conferred the Darjah Indera Mahkota Pahang (DIMP) in 2008, which carries the honorific title of Datuk Concert Ticket categories and prices are as follows: RM3,400 - Party Zone RM768 - VVIP RM668 - VIP RM568 - CAT 1 RM468 - CAT 2 RM368 - CAT 3 RM268 - CAT 4 Tickets will go on sale starting July 17,10am. Fans can secure their seats at in what promises to be a once-in-a-lifetime musical celebration.
Malay Mail
07-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Malay Mail
The Black Parade is coming: My Chemical Romance confirms KL stop for South-east Asia tour
KUALA LUMPUR, July 7 — After hints of a stopover in Kuala Lumpur, My Chemical Romance (MCR) is making Malaysian fans' wishes come true. The band released details online of its South-east Asian tour legs and Malaysia will see MCR on April 30 next year. As for the venue it will be at Bukit Jalil National Stadium and as it's a weekday taking the train there will probably be a good idea. MCR is due to kick off its world tour with a concert in Seattle on July 11 at T-Mobile Park, with eleven dates in the US as well as one night in Canada. Before heading to South-east Asia, the band will be performing in various Latin American countries including Peru and Mexico before heading to South Korea. Apart from Malaysia, MCR will also be performing at Thailand, the Philippines and Singapore with its last tour stop being in Jakarta. Keep your eyes peeled for updates by following the band's official channels. MCR last performed in Malaysia at Stadium Merdeka in 2007.
