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Hype Malaysia
03-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Hype Malaysia
From W Kuala Lumpur To The Majestic Hotel: Wine & Dine This Mother's Day At KL's Finest Hotels
Pamper your mom this Mother's Day weekend at the finest eateries to show your appreciation and love for all the years she's taken to raise you. Now's your turn to give back! From freshly caught seafood delicacies to a wine and dine session, these big promotions in KL's finest hotels and eateries are rolling out the red carpet for all the moms out there. Here are 9 scrumptious promos to take your mom out on Mother's Day! 1. W Kuala Lumpur This Mother's Day, skip the usual and step into something spectacular. W Kuala Lumpur is rolling out the (very stylish) carpet for mums with not one, but two unforgettable ways to say 'thank you'—in true W fashion. Think curated indulgence, exquisite sips, cheeky surprises, and unforgettable memories. Celebrate the glamorous queen, the chill supermom, or the mum who's always the life of the party—this moment is all hers. Mother's Day Afternoon Tea At The Living Room (Level 8) Afternoon tea? Not quite. This is Living Room's take on teatime—elevated, indulgent, and created with queens in mind. Get ready for a curated high tea experience where every bite is a treat, and every sip, a celebration. Served in the inviting surrounds of our Living Room, guests can graze on sweet and savoury delights while enjoying our crafted beverage buffet, featuring coffee, tea, mocktails, cocktails, and selected wines. A minimum of two persons are required per high tea set, so what are you waiting for? Take your mom out on a date this Mother's Day. 10th & 11th May 2025 (Saturday & Sunday) | 3pm – 5pm MYR 188 nett Includes a curated high tea set + access to the beverage buffet Includes a curated high tea set + access to the beverage buffet MYR 488 nett Includes a curated high tea set, a bottle of Cloudy Bay Sauvignon Blanc, a carnation bouquet, and access to the beverage buffet Flock Sunday Brunch (Level 8) No fuss, no filters—just a beautiful celebration of the woman who always puts everyone else first. This isn't your average buffet—it's a feast with flair. Expect flavour-packed dishes, craveable signatures, a few bubbly surprises, and fun for the whole fam. 11th May 2025 (Sunday) | 12:30pm – 3pm RM248+ per person Other highlights include: Lucky Draws: Three lucky guests will win W dining vouchers. Three lucky guests will win W dining vouchers. Mom Trivia' Showdown : Prove you know your mum best. The winner scores a prize. : Prove you know your mum best. The winner scores a prize. Memory Jar Moments : Share a sweet memory of mum. If yours gets picked and read aloud, she wins a little something special. : Share a sweet memory of mum. If yours gets picked and read aloud, she wins a little something special. Fingerprint & Handprint Card Station: Let the kids unleash their creativity and make a heartfelt (and messy) card that mum will want to keep. For reservations or more information, contact them at +60 3-2786 8888 / +60 12-347 9088 or email 2. Shangri-La Kuala Lumpur This Mother's Day, Shangri-La Kuala Lumpur invites families to honour the most important women in their lives with a series of thoughtfully curated dining experiences. Crafted by the hotel's culinary team, each menu is a tribute to the warmth, grace, and generosity that mothers embody, promising a celebration steeped in flavour, elegance, and heartfelt hospitality. Lemon Garden – An International Buffet Full of Family Joy. Lemon Garden presents an exceptional Mother's Day celebration, inviting families to indulge in a vibrant, flavourful buffet lunch that promises to satisfy every palate. Consisting of freshly caught seafood delicacies, Western indulgences, Sushi and sashimi, alongside Middle Eastern mezze and Mediterranean salads, and beloved local flavours, this buffet has a mix of everything to satisfy every craving. 11th March 2025 (Sunday) RM198 nett per person Other highlights include: Crêpe Counter & A 'Love Mum' Dessert Bar: Interactive stations invite guests to engage in the art of food Interactive stations invite guests to engage in the art of food Children's Corner: Activities like cookie and cupcake decorating, DIY Mother's Day card-making, and origami heart folding, ensuring that every member of the family is part of the celebration. Shang Place At Shang Palace, guests are invited to honour mothers through a specially curated Mother's Day Set Menu. Designed by Executive Chinese Chef Keith Yeap and his culinary team, the menu reflects the principles of Chinese cuisine that champion balance, nourishment, and refined taste – a heartfelt expression of filial piety and gratitude. 11th March 2025 (Sunday) RM198 nett per person Arthur's Bar & Grill – A Western Celebration of Flavour At Arthur's Bar & Grill, treat Mum to a sophisticated yet hearty four-course Western set dinner. Perfectly balancing bold, rich flavours with elegant presentation, this exquisite four-course menu at Arthur's Bar & Grill offers an unforgettable dining experience that blends tradition with innovation, making it the perfect way to treat Mum to a memorable celebration. 11th March 2025 (Sunday) RM188 nett per person Lobby Lounge – Traditional Malaysian Flavours with a Twist At Lobby Lounge, experience the rich, comforting flavours of Malaysia with a three-course Heritage Set Menu that blends tradition with a contemporary twist. This three-course Heritage Set Menu at Lobby Lounge is a perfect blend of tradition and modernity, offering an unforgettable experience to celebrate Mother's Day in style. 9th – 11th May 2025 (Friday – Sunday) RM188 nett per person Other highlights include: Lemon Garden2Go From 1st to 11th May 2025, Lemon Garden 2Go presents a beautifully curated Mother's Day Gift Collection, blending elegance with indulgence. Each item is meticulously handcrafted, making it the perfect way to express love and appreciation for the special woman in your life. Each item in the Lemon Garden 2Go Mother's Day Gift Collection is crafted to capture the essence of love and celebration, making it a truly exceptional way to mark the occasion. Whether given as a thoughtful gift or enjoyed together, these creations add a delightful touch of sweetness to your Mother's Day celebrations. For dining reservations and inquiries, please contact us at +603 2786 2378 or email enquiries at 3. Grand Hyatt Kuala Lumpur Grand Hyatt Kuala Lumpur is set to reignite the city's culinary scene this May, for the second time in a row with the return of its signature dining series, Dine With Chef 2025, themed 'Newstalgia: Memories Reinvented' — a bold and beautifully crafted tribute to the flavours that shaped us, reimagined through the lens of modern gastronomy. THIRTY8, Grand Hyatt Kuala Lumpur Held at two different locations, Chef Greg of Grand Hyatt Kuala Lumpur will be joined by Chef Stig and Chef Holger of Park Hyatt Kuala Lumpur in a heartfelt culinary tribute at THIRTY8 This heartfelt tribute is also paired with a bespoke gin & tonic trolley and thoughtfully crafted mocktails and cocktails, including the signature 'The Matriarch' available at MYR 48+ per glass. 11th May 2025 (Sunday) RM248 nett per person IL Forno, Hyatt Centric City Centre Kuala Lumpur At IL Forno, Chef Enzo of Hyatt Centric City Centre Kuala Lumpur and Chef Jonas of Hyatt Regency Kuala Lumpur at KL Midtown have curated a culinary embrace for the extraordinary women in our lives. Create cherished moments and express your deepest appreciation this Mother's Day at IL Forno, where every dish is served with love. 11th May 2025 (Sunday) RM198 nett per person For reservations and dining enquiries at Grand Hyatt Kuala Lumpur, kindly email or WhatsApp at +60 12 621 9869. For reservations and dining enquiries at Hyatt Centric City Centre Kuala Lumpur, kindly email KULCT-DigitalDine@ or WhatsApp at +60 12 628 9421. 4. Banyan Tree Kuala Lumpur This Mother's Day, Banyan Tree Kuala Lumpur invites you to honour the most important woman in your life with two unforgettable dining experiences at its signature restaurants: Horizon Grill and Torito. Whether it's a refined tribute with cityscape views or a vibrant celebration infused with Latin-Japanese flair, Banyan Tree Kuala Lumpur offers an elevated way to say 'thank you' this Mother's Day. Horizon Grill, With Love (Level 58) Horizon Grill sets the stage for an elegant four-course dining experience this Mother's Day. Each dish is delicately prepared to celebrate Mum in the most refined manner, with the option to complete the celebration with a wine pairing at RM150 – a graceful toast to the women who have given us everything. 10th & 11th May 2025 RM428 nett per person Torito: Madre, Mi Reina! (Level 53) Banyan Tree's Peruvian Japanese kitchen invites diners to a festive and soulful feast with 'Madre, Mi Reina!' This specially curated menu, seasoned with warmth and crafted with heart, honours every mum — bold, beautiful, and unforgettable. 10th & 11th May 2025 RM280 nett per person For reservations with Horizon Grill, kindly contact them at +60 10566 0968 or email horizongrill-kl@ For reservations with Torito, kindly contact them at +60 16-313 2968 or email them at torito-kl@ 5. The Majestic Hotel Kuala Lumpur This Mother's Day, The Majestic Kuala Lumpur pays tribute to the enduring love, strength, and grace of the women who shaped our beginnings. Celebrating the legacy they leave in every story, every embrace, and every moment shared. A Majestic Afternoon Tea Welcoming back another season of their bespoke Limited-Edition Majestic Afternoon Tea. This spring-summer edition is thoughtfully crafted to surprise, delight, and refresh – with delicate finger sandwiches, warm scones served with clotted cream, and an array of decadent sweet treats. Begin your indulgent experience with a welcome signature Tea-Tale mocktail, the perfect prelude to an afternoon of refined flavours. Whether it's a moment of self-pampering or a special treat for someone dear, the Majestic Afternoon Tea awaits. 10th & 11th May 2025 (Saturday & Sunday) | 3pm – 6pm The Tea Lounge – RM88++ per person The Drawing Room – RM108++ per person The Orchid Conservatory – RM138++ per person Contango Indulge mum with an irresistible open kitchen dining experience at Contango. The culinary spread, freshly prepared to order, ranges from Western with a pizza oven and Churrasco Grill to Chinese, Japanese, Malay and Thai. 10th & 11th May 2025 (Saturday & Sunday) Lunch – RM168++ per person (12pm – 2:30pm) Dinner – RM168++ per person (6pm – 10pm) Colonial Cafe Celebrate the generations of love that mothers represent with a timeless evening at the Colonial Café. This Mother's Day, treat the most important woman in your life to a classic dinner experience in an atmosphere of charm and elegance. Enjoy live jazz renditions by The Solianos, Malaysia's legendary musical family, as they fill the air with nostalgic tunes and golden melodies. Because mothers are generations of love at The Majestic – join us in honouring them with style, music, and heartfelt celebration. 10th & 11th May 2025 (Saturday & Sunday) | 7pm – 10:30pm The Colonial Sampler Dinner Menu – MYR180++ per person For reservations, please WhatsApp +60 18 623 0126 or email guestservices@ 6. Crowne Plaza Kuala Lumpur City Centre This Mother's Day, treat the special woman in your life to a hearty Hi-Tea Buffet at Merchants, Crowne Plaza KLCC's all-day dining restaurant on Level 13, where love and flavours come together in perfect harmony. From beloved local favourites to exquisite international specialities, our curated selection promises something to delight every generation. And be sure to save room for their signature house-made desserts, where each delicate creation is a sweet reminder of why guests return time and again. 11th May 2025 (Sunday) | 12:30pm – 3:30pm RM118+ per adult RM59+ per child IHG One Rewards members and in-house guests further enjoy an exclusive 20% discount. For bookings, refer to their official booking platform. 7. Courtyard By Marriott Kuala Lumpur South This Mother's Day, join Courtyard by Marriott as they indulge you in their signature tastes at over three different locations, where every floor brings a whole new taste and surprise. Substance (Level 3) Join Substance for a special Mother's Day Buffet Lunch, featuring a standout centrepiece – a whole salted baked salmon, served with care and flavour in every bite. 11th May 2025 (Sunday) | 12pm – 3pm RM158 nett per adult RM108 nett per senior citizen RM78 nett per child Other highlights include: Note card writing contest Gift certificate giveaway for Mother's Day buffet lunch Courtyard Lounge (Ground Floor) Celebrate Mother's Day weekend with our specially curated Afternoon Tea Set at Courtyard Lounge. Crafted with care by Chef Shawn and his team, this limited-time menu is designed to delight. 9th – 11th May 2025 | 3pm – 6pm RM128 nett per set for 2 persons 137 Bar (Mezzanine Floor) Celebrate Mother's Day weekend at 137 Bar, with thoughtfully crafted cocktails just for her. Enjoy an exclusive 1-for-1 offer available for ladies all weekend long. 9th – 11th May 2025 | 3pm – 6pm For inquiries and reservations, kindly contact or WhatsApp +603 8682 8898 8. Courtyard By Marriott Setia Alam Treat the most important woman in your life to a memorable culinary experience this Mother's Day at 5 Wells, Courtyard by Marriott Setia Alam. Guests are invited to enjoy a Mother's Day buffet featuring a variety of hearty delights, including a special carving station prepared for the occasion. Mother's Day High Tea Buffet at 5 Wells 11th May 2025 (Sunday) | 12:30pm – 3:30pm RM99 per adult Half price for seniors above 60 and children 6-12 years old Children below 6 years eat for free! For reservations or further inquiries, please contact 5 Wells via WhatsApp: +6012 560 9077 or call +603 5021 9899. Alyssa Gabrielle contributed to this article
Forbes
02-05-2025
- Business
- Forbes
How Cloudy Bay Is Rethinking Sauvignon Blanc Wine After 40 Years
Cloudy Bay Sauvignon Blanc, known for its bright acidity and citrus-driven profile, helped put New Zealand wine on the global map. Josh Griggs For many American wine drinkers, the brand name Cloudy Bay is often synonymous with sauvignon blanc. Its debut vintage in 1985 helped New Zealand's Marlborough region on the global wine map, setting a standard that redefined the category. Over the last four decades, its crisp, aromatic style has become nearly synonymous with New Zealand white wine. But as the winery marks its 40th anniversary, it faces new challenges: aging vines, shifting climate patterns and increasing competition in a market it once dominated. John Flanagan, viticulture director at Cloudy Bay, says vine age is becoming a crucial factor. 'As vines age, their productivity changes. In the early days, many of the people growing fruit trees didn't necessarily have extensive experience with grapevines,' Flanagan says. 'It was a learning process, and over time, vineyard management techniques improved. Now, as some of our older vines become less productive, we occasionally leave blocks fallow for a few years to rejuvenate the soil before replanting.' The replanting process allows for adjustments in vineyard management, something Cloudy Bay is constantly evaluating. 'Our philosophy is to work as naturally as possible while understanding the impact of various techniques on flavor,' Flanagan says. 'One factor we're particularly focused on is how changes in vineyard management affect the flavor profile of sauvignon blanc. We experiment with subtle variations in canopy management and soil health to enhance the quality of our fruit while maintaining the distinctive character of our style.' Cloudy Bay's flagship tasting room in Marlborough, New Zealand. Josh Griggs Marlborough's terroir on the northeast tip top of the South Island of New Zealand remains essential to that style. The region's vineyards now cover approximately 27,000 hectares, producing 70% of all New Zealand wine. Cloudy Bay's sauvignon blanc vines sit across three subregions: Rapaura, Renwick and Brancott Valley. Almost all are planted in coarse, free-draining gravelly soils. Sauvignon blanc remains the dominant grape planted in New Zealand, accounting for 71% of total wine production and 85% of wine exported, according to the New Zealand Winegrowers industrial body. Marlborough plays an even greater role, encompassing 72% of the country's total vineyard area, with sauvignon blanc covering 25,157 hectares. But the market has seen disruptions. New Zealand wine exports dropped by nearly a quarter in volume and 22% in value during the latter half of 2023, signaling shifts in global demand. At the same time, the valuation of vineyard land in New Zealand has adjusted, dropping to $283,000 NZD ($159,245 USD) per hectare in June 2024, reflecting changing costs and profitability within the industry. These trends underscore the importance of long-term planning as producers, including Cloudy Bay, adapt to market fluctuations. Cloudy Bay's approach to sustainability is another factor shaping its future. Hannah Ternent, the winery's technical viticulturist, says that Widow's Vineyard—originally purchased by champagne house and fellow LVMH subsidiary Veuve Clicquot in the early 1990s—has become a model for sustainable practices. 'One of our primary focuses has been eliminating herbicides and moving towards a more natural system that supports biodiversity while maintaining soil health,' Ternent explains. That strategy includes inter-row cropping to plant flowering species that attract beneficial insects. 'By fostering a balanced ecosystem, we can reduce reliance on synthetic pesticides, allowing the vineyard to regulate itself more effectively.' Cloudy Bay has moved away from wooden vineyard posts, opting for recycled plastic posts that have a longer lifespan and can be fully recycled. The winery has also adopted underground irrigation to reduce evaporation and encourage deeper root growth. 'This method not only conserves water but also improves vine resilience, making them more adaptable to climate fluctuations.' The Richmond Range rises behind Cloudy Bay winery in New Zealand's Marlborough region, honored on the brand's label shipped around the world. Cloudy Bay Technological advancements also play a role. Another major initiative at Widow's Vineyard is the use of BioScout technology, an advanced AI-driven disease detection system. 'This system continuously monitors airborne fungal spores, allowing us to detect potential disease outbreaks before symptoms appear,' Ternent says. 'This means we can implement highly targeted treatments rather than broad-spectrum applications, drastically reducing chemical use.' As Cloudy Bay marks its 40th anniversary, the winery is balancing tradition with these adaptations. The global wine market has changed. So has Marlborough. But sauvignon blanc remains its foundation. 'Every vintage teaches us something new,' says Cloudy Bay winemaker Kelly Stuart. 'And our ongoing sustainability efforts ensure that we can continue crafting exceptional wines for years to come.'
