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Hype Malaysia
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Hype Malaysia
Melissa Kicks Off Fall/Winter 2025 With To-Die-For 'Futura' Collection
Step this way as Melissa steps into the future with the launch of Futura – their Fall/Winter 2025 collection! Melissa unveils Futura with an unprecedented campaign driven by the idea of 'imagining, envisioning, and dreaming of the future.' The Fall/Winter collection introduces unique shapes across footwear and bags, with bold reworks of classic styles, offering a fashion-forward take on comfort and everyday versatility. Standout Styles In The Futura Collection: Melissa Texas Mule: Where rustic meets refined, this modern mule infuses the essence of countryside chic into a sleek silhouette – perfect for making a statement from day to night. Melissa Sprint Ballerina: A reimagined ballerina flat with a sporty soul, Sprint blends balletcore with athleisure energy – made for those who move fast and style faster. Melissa Motion: Sleek, sculptural, and ultra-lightweight, Motion channels futuristic minimalism with a dynamic edge – ideal for city dwellers and forward thinkers alike. Melissa Pulse: With its bold contours and chunky outsole, Pulse adds attitude to your step – your go-to pair for stomping through the streets in unapologetic style. From reinvented classics to new icons in the making, the Futura collection brings innovation to every step – encouraging wearers of all ages to shape their own future with fearless style. Melissa's Futura FW25 collection is available from 7th August online at and in stores: Melissa @ LaLaport BBCC and Melissa @ IOI City Mall.
The Star
02-08-2025
- Entertainment
- The Star
LaLaport BBCC adds Japanese retail flavour
The place to be: Located in the heart of Kuala Lumpur, LaLaport BBCC boasts many lifestyle brands from Japan. — AZLINA ABDULLAH/The Star KUALA Lumpur's LaLaport Bukit Bintang City Centre (BBCC) has welcomed five new Japanese brands into its premises to give shoppers an enhanced retail experience. Four brands – Regal, Global Work, earth music & ecology, and Over Print, have set up their stores at the mall, offering premium footwear and attire, among others. A fifth brand, 3Coins, which sells lifestyle goods and home decor items, is expected to start operations on Aug 16. The new stores are part of LaLaport BBCC's effort to refresh its retail mix, in addition to offering a variety of activities and promotions in the coming months. These include lucky draws with prizes worth up to RM70,000, shopping vouchers and limited-edition merchandise. Shoppers also stand a chance to enjoy special discounts which are available for a limited period. In a statement, LaLaport BBCC said the latest promotions were to cater to shoppers' increasingly dynamic demands. 'We are inviting them to explore a distinctive mix of fashion, culture, entertainment and lifestyle products right in the heart of Kuala Lumpur. 'From premium footwear to playful streetwear and minimalist decor, each store showcases distinct Japanese sensibilities,' it said. 'We will continue to evolve as a one-of-a-kind city centre destination, revitalised and ready for the next chapter,' LaLaport BBCC added. To kickstart the promotional campaign, media practitioners were given a preview of the new stores, as well as the newly launched Mitsui Outlet Park BBCC on Level 3, which brings together 30 branded stores. The products range from sporting attire and equipment, and fashion forward wear, all at attractive prices. Also unveiled was the entertainment hub Molly Fantasy on Level 4 that caters to families and gaming enthusiasts. Among the highlights are Pokemon Mezastar Stadium, where visitors may enjoy Pokemon battles, and Taiko no Tatsujin Dojo, which is the brand's first officially certified premises in South-East Asia. These are in addition to a wide variety of amusement and gaming machines brought in from Japan. The media were also given a walkthrough of the LaLaport Transportation Hub (LTH), slated to start operating in phases starting this month. LTH is set to launch bus services to Singapore and Thailand, as well as shuttle services to the Kuala Lumpur International Airport and Subang Airport. LaLaport BBCC, which boasts more than 2,000 parking spots, also has pedestrian connections to the Hang Tuah LRT and KL Monorail stations, while the Merdeka station of the Kajang MRT line is only a five-minute walk away.
Malay Mail
06-06-2025
- Business
- Malay Mail
Return of the beef brisket king: Pudu's iconic beef noodles are back at Yoong Kee Noodle
KUALA LUMPUR, June 6 — Guess who's back? Pudu's Yung Kee, which built a following among KL's gourmands for serving arguably the city's best HK-style beef noodles, has returned after closing abruptly in the second half of last year. Though the hiatus lasted only eight months, it was enough time for a different beef noodle joint to open in its original location at Jalan Kancil. Online reception to that newcomer was mixed, suggesting a clear sense of disappointment among diners who came expecting Yung Kee, only to be met with something very different. In the second week of May, the business was reborn as Yoong Kee, now located along Jalan Changkat Thambi Dollah in the shadow of LaLaport BBCC. The slight change in spelling is a common practice, with the Chinese name remaining the same. A spread consisting of honeycomb tripe, inside skirt, US sirloin, tendon and short rib (clockwise from left). — Picture by Ethan Lau Founder Albert Lai explained that he had gone to Ipoh for several months to consult for a large restaurant group expanding into KL, and has now returned to the city to reopen Yoong Kee. He adds that this is the only beef noodle restaurant he's currently attached to, with no other locations. When Lai started just over a decade ago as a stall in the now-closed Restaurant Kwai Hup, not every part of the cow was available daily. After moving into his own restaurant, that changed and the full range eventually became available every day. Thankfully, that practice has continued here. These days, all the usual favourites are on hand: short rib (RM20), tendon (RM15), honeycomb tripe (RM25), along with the more robust, luxurious cuts that have become Lai's calling card, US sirloin (RM45) and inside skirt (RM45), the English name for the sumptuous pang sar lam. Honeycomb tripe has a delightfully spongy texture. — Picture by Ethan Lau Naturally, those who visited the old Yung Kee will remember the phenomenally beefy broth. This, above all, was what set it apart, along with the mastery of the many different cuts used. That same broth is back. It is simply exceptional, intense and savoury with real depth, yet restrained and balanced. Enough said. But of the many factors that separate Yoong Kee from the rest of the beef noodle scene, the next most obvious is the unique texture achieved with each part. The short rib is the leanest and firmest cut, which usually means it can get dry and stringy. Here, however, it is soft and separates into juicy shreds while still holding its shape. The omasum, a muscle from the stomach, with a very unique texture. — Picture by Ethan Lau The tendons have been braised into slippery, tender submission, though each strand offers one last feeble snap of resistance before yielding to the mouth. Meanwhile, the honeycomb tripe is delightful, with its spongy, creamy texture. The best part of ordering by cut is tasting how each one changes the broth it's served with, with effects ranging from subtle to striking. The short rib is lean but deeply beefy, and that intensity is echoed in its broth. Tendon and honeycomb tripe bring a gentle sweetness, softening its edge. But it's with the richer cuts like sirloin and inside skirt that the broth takes on a fuller, more indulgent flavour that truly stands out. The paper-thin slices of fatty sirloin are almost transparent like charcuterie, soft and ultra-silky in the mouth, with a lush sweetness that seeps into the broth. The spectacular 'pang sar lam' which is the best part in my book. — Picture by Ethan Lau The inside skirt, or pang sar lam, is braised to a similarly soft texture like the short rib, but the layer of connective tissue and knuckle of unrendered fat on top gives it a mouth feel that is nothing short of heavenly, creamy and supple beyond belief. The broth in that bowl is the best of both worlds, sweet and rich from the fat, with just enough beefiness from the lean. Conversely, if you're after something lean, clean yet still flavourful, the tongue (RM40) and outside skirt (RM30) are where it's at. Thinly sliced, the tongue is springy in the mouth and offers the cleanest broth experience, while the outside skirt is essentially the inside skirt without any fat, perfect for those who want a beefy flavour without the richness. Don't skip the only item on the menu that comes without soup: omasum (RM25), rubbery strips of stomach muscle that crunch satisfyingly in the mouth, tossed in seasoned soy sauce and dressed with delicately julienned spring onion and ginger. Look for the black sign next to the Healthland massage parlour. — Picture by Ethan Lau Restoran Mee 庸记港式面铺 (Yoong Kee Noodle) 43, Jalan Changkat Thambi Dollah Pudu, Kuala Lumpur Open daily, 8am to 5.30pm Tel: 012-983 8454 Facebook: Yung Kee Beef Noodle * This is an independent review where the writer paid for the meal. * Follow us on Instagram @eatdrinkmm for more food gems. * Follow Ethan Lau on Instagram @eatenlau for more musings on food and mildly self-deprecating attempts at humour.
Hype Malaysia
30-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Hype Malaysia
My Hero Academia, Spy X Family & More: 8 Anime Pop-Ups To Check Out In The Klang Valley!
Local anime fans are getting well-fed in May and June! For the next few weeks, there are going to be tons of anime pop-ups happening in the Klang Valley. From recent hits like 'Blue Lock' and 'Chainsaw Man' to classic franchises like 'Cardcaptor Sakura' and 'Yu-Gi-Oh', there's something for everyone! Here's a rundown of all the anime pop-ups you can check out: My Hero Academia Collaboration Cafe Gear up for an action-packed experience with the 'My Hero Academia' x Doko Koko collaboration cafe! Enjoy a heroic menu at an immersive cafe themed to your favourite characters from the hit series! Dates: 10th May – 6th July 2025 Venue: Doko Koko Cafe, LaLaport BBCC Yu-Gi-Oh! Pop-up Step into a 'Yu-Gi-Oh!'-inspired experience at this limited-time pop-up! Relive the duel spirit as you shop a line-up of exclusive official merchandise and pose for photos in front of the themed decor! Dates: 24th May – 15th June 2025 Venue: Doko Koko Cafe, LaLaport BBCC SUNRISEPOP Ani-Fest Malaysia Pop-up Store SUNRISEPOP, a prominent Hong Kong anime & pop culture lifestyle brand, is bringing three popular IPs to Malaysia! Here's your chance to grab exclusive merchandise from 'Delicious In Dungeon', 'Dan Da Dan' and 'The Apothecary Diaries'! Dates: 22nd May – 1st June 2025 Venue: LaLaport BBCC Muse Asia Anime Pop-up Store If you're looking for more exclusive anime merchandise, look no further than the Muse Asia Anime Pop-up Store! Here is where you can get the best deals on items from popular anime series like 'Spy X Family', 'Wind Breaker' and 'Frieren: Beyond Journey's End'! Dates: 22nd May – 15th June 2025 Venue: Lot G-46, LaLaport BBCC Blue Lock x ManekiNeko Karaoke Collaboration Campaign Sing your heart out while enjoying some delicious menu items inspired by the hit anime series 'Blue Lock'! There are also original recording-themed illustrations and collaboration-exclusive merchandise you can't get anywhere else! Dates: 16th May – 29th June 2025 Venues: Selected ManekiNeko Karaoke outlets nationwide Natsume's Book Of Friends x ManekiNeko Karaoke Collaboration Campaign Also happening at ManekiNeko Karaoke is the 'Natsume's Book Of Friends' collaboration! Enjoy yummy drinks inspired by the popular anime series as you shop for exclusive Christmas-themed illustrations of the characters! Dates: 16th May – 29th June 2025 Venues: Selected ManekiNeko Karaoke outlets nationwide Chainsaw Man Collaboration Cafe From the people who brought you the 'Crayon Shin-Chan' and 'Solo Leveling' pop-up comes another exciting collaboration with the popular anime series, 'Chainsaw Man'! Enjoy a special themed menu, an official merchandise store and immersive photo and game zones! Dates: 19th April – TBA 2025 Venue: Acolab, Pavilion Bukit Jalil Cardcaptor Sakura 'The Enchanted Museum' Exhibition Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of the beloved classic anime franchise, 'Cardcaptor Sakura'. As Phase Two of the exhibition begins, fans can enjoy more reproductions of original artworks and a new 'Room Of Cards' showcase. Dates: 12th April – 11th June 2025 Venue: INCUBASE Arena Malaysia, Fahrenheit88 What's your Reaction? +1 0 +1 0 +1 0 +1 0 +1 0 +1 0
