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Ikan Panggang Tarzan @ Food Centre 88, Asia City

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Ikan Panggang, literally translated as Grilled Fish is a common dish you can easily find in KK. At Food Centre 88 in Asia City, Ikan Panggang Tarzan's stall served perfectly grilled fish with delicious homemade chilli sauce which will definitely make you coming back for more.

Wufenpu @ Taipei

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Wufenpu (Chinese: 五分埔) is best known for wholesale garment market. Located in the Xinyi District of Taipei, ones can easily get there by taking MRT to Houshanpi Station.

Chef Tan's @ The Peak Vista

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Chef Tan's is a cozy little cafe at The Peak Vista, owned by former Executive Chinese Chef of Shangri-La Tg. Aru Resort Kota Kinabalu who has now retired after serving for 25 years. Started in July, Chef Tan's is offering both Chinese food and steak, as well as good coffee.

Din Tai Fung @ Empire Shopping Gallery

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Din Tai Fung has a modern setting designed which will give you an enjoyable dining experience. You can witness the chefs within the open concept kitchen, where you can constantly sees a flurry of action and activity of the chefs creating those edible masterpiece. Din Tai Fung provide their customer with a warm and friendly service, orders are taken promptly to minimise waiting.

A TRIO OF GUINNESS COCKTAILS FOR A SIGNATURE STYLE CHRISTMAS CELEBRATION THIS FESTIVE SEASON

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Planning a holiday party? This Christmas, Guinness introduces a trio of flavour-some Guinness cocktails, perfect for a signature style Christmas fete! Keith Nair, renowned mixologist and GAB Professional Solutions Managers, got into the Christmas spirit and specially concocted a menu of three Guinness inspired cocktails designed to embody the tastes and scents of the festive season.

Taang Shi Fu @ Jusco Bukit Tinggi

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Taang Shifu serves nourishing food and beverage, thier concept restaurant is to provide healthy products to customers at competitive price with quality and good dining environment. Their chef and Chinese medicine practitioner work together to come up with high quality nourishing menu, they make it possible with their investment in modern equipment, quality herbs and raw ingredients. They believe nourishing food is the answer to pro-long life and health for every individual.

Geylang Lor 9 Fresh Frog Porridge @ Old Klang Road

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Geylang Lor 9 has been one of my regular dining place, since this place is easy to find parking and kung pow frog leg being my favorite food. This restaurant is located along Old Klang Road. They serve up some good steamed fish head, tilapia and some pork dishes as well if you don't fancy frog.

Harrods Cafe @ KLIA

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From top cuisine to quick snacks, you will find everything that your heart desires in KLIA. The wide selection of international and local gastronomic delights will certainly please children and adults alike. Harrods, a cafe within its premises features a range sandwiches and desserts.

Ben's Satay Celup Steamboat Buffet @ Pavilion Bundusan (Revisited)

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Originated from Melaka, Satay Celup is one of the famous local's food you shouldn't miss when visiting to this historical town. Situated at Pavilion Bundusan, Ben's Satay Celup Steamboat Buffet is a newly open long place for Satay Celup in Kota Kinabalu.

Park Village Restaurant @ Klang

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Park Village Restaurant is located on Jalan Batai Laut at Taman Intan, in the outskirts of Klang. This restaurant was bright and pleasant. Don't be suprised that most Klang family dine here on Sunday for their tradition dinner gathering. The advantage of being the only restaurant in the row of offices here, it has lots of parking spaces during the weekends.

Restoran Imperial @ Klang

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Restoran Imperial serves up some good dim sum in the morning till lunch, don't be suprise cause the quality of service and food here are superb. Best of all prices are very reasonable, especially on weekdays lunch hour, they offer some good and cheap set of dishes. This is a great place for family functions or meet up, wedding reception and company dinner

Thim Kee Steamed Fish @ Pudu

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Thim Kee serve cheap and delicious Chinese food in the vicinity of Pudu. They are famous for their tilapia fish done either steamed or fried. It was challenging to find parking here, Pudu plaza car park is an option since the stall is located opposite this old mall. This a clean and comfortable hawker stall to dine in.

Big Mouth Burgers @ SS2, Petaling Jaya

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Big Mouth Burgers is serving humanely raised meats from family farms and ranches that never implant or inject their meats with hormones or antibiotics. Their burger patties are handmade and fries are freshly card so their customers can taste the best and freshest ingredients. Big Mouth Burgers menu offer a variety of choices. Food here are great value for money and quality food.

Tazio Restaurant, Boscolo Hotels @ Rome, Italy

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The quality of the food at Tazio Restaurant is really good, their wait staff was very polite and professional; and it has a pleasant atmosphere. I had a great lunch here with my friend. The restaurant is located in the beautiful Boscolo hotel exedra, located on the piazza repubblica.

Canova Caffetteria . Tabacchi . Ristorante in Rome, Italy

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After long walk from piazza esplanade, Canova is a great place to stop by for a quick lunch and people watch. You can sit under sun or shade to watch people, tourist and working people. Food here quite decent but this place was very busy.

Geylang Lor 9 Fresh Frog Porridge @ Old Klang Road

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Geylang Lor 9 is the most famous frog porridge restaurant original from Singapore, now opened a second branch in Old Klang Road. If you don't like frog, their menu also offer a variety of cook dishes. Food prices are quite reasonable here. While I have never try the original Geylang Lor 9 in Singapore, so I can’t make any direct comparison, but it's certainly worth a visit if you love frog porridge.

Sun Yat Sen Memorial Hall and Taipei 101 @ Taipei, Taiwan

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When ones visiting Taipei, visiting the most famous tourist attractions, Sun Yat Sen Memorial Hall and Taipei 101, is a must.

Kedai Kopi Lotus @ Taman Dah Yeh

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Kedai Kopi Lotus is one of the locals favourite spot for great food. Apart from the simple Chinese dishes, they also serves noodles, rice, Pork Satay, Grilled Fish, Grilled Chicken Wings and Dumplings. This restaurant is a hotspot for supper as well as for beer drinkers to enjoy a few pints of beer during the night.

Fu Hang Dou Jiang @ HuaShan Market, Taipei

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Fu Hang Dou Jiang is an impressive place which attracted huge crowd of breakfast eaters who are willing to travel the distance, just to sink their teeth in one of the most satisfying shao bing (flatbread) and soy milk in the city.

Kedai Kopi Yuan Li @ 88 Market Place

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Kedai Kopi Yuan Li is a famous place for Fish Noodle, a type of noodle made of fish. The restaurant which used to located at Jalan Pantai, next to Kedai Kopi Kwong Tung Chai, had relocated to the new shoplot in 88 Market Place about 8 months ago.

Formosa Chang @ Wufenpu, Taipei

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Formosa Chang is a chain restaurant in Taiwan which serve great Lu Rou Fan (Braised Pork Rice). Its consistent quality and reasonable price made it a highly recommended place for tourists.

LE MERIDIEN KUALA LUMPUR JOINS FORCES WITH GLENEAGLES FOR CHILDREN IN NEED

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In partnership with Gleneagles Hospital, Le Méridien Kuala Lumpur is initiating a fund raising drive for the hospital’s ‘A heart for a heart’ charity programme. Its mission is to financially support children born with congenital heart defects. Founded in 1996, ‘A heart for a heart’ charity programme was set up by Gleneagles Hospital to help children with critical congenital heart defects, who need urgent financial aid due to limited financial means, undergo corrective surgery at the Gleneagles Cardiac centre. This also enables children in critical condition from being on the waiting list.

Christmas Set Dinner @ Cristao Cafe and Grill

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Christmas is just around the corner and what better way to herald the holiday season with some good food. Even better, bring your friends and head on over to Cristao Cafe & Grill for scrumptious Christmas dinner set to get that Chrismas mood a much needed jumpstart.

Ximending @ Wanhua District, Taipei

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Ximending is the "harajuku of Taipei", a shopping neighbourhood centred around teenager fashion, Japanese culture and subcultures. This area is in the northeastern part of Wanhua District in Taipei.

90's The Restaurant and More @ Plaza Grand Millenium

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90's The Restaurant and More is a cozy and family-friendly restaurant serving both Asian and Western cuisine in KK. Their Menu consist of a wide variety of dishes with reasonable pricing.

EARLY CHRISTMAS CHEER FOR CITY REVIVAL CHILDREN’ HOME & KINGDOM CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP BERHAD AT DORSETT GRAND SUBANG

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In a true spirit of giving back to the society this festive season, Dorsett Hospitality International (HKEx Stock Code 2266) and Dorsett Grand Subang have presented a cheque worth RM12,000 to Kingdom Christian Fellowship Berhad in aid of Foodbank as well as hosted an early Christmas Party for children of City Revival Children’s Home.

Food City @ Kolombong

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The bustling Food City, a food court located just next to Sazarice, is a great place for cheap and tasty hawker food. Getting there should not be a problem for locals, but outstation readers can refer to the address provided.

Siaw Er Bak Kut Teh @ 1Borneo

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Apart from Bak Kut Teh, Siaw Er Bak Kut Teh in 1Borneo also serves Pan Mee and other Chinese dishes. During lunch hours, from 11am to 5pm, Monday to Friday, lunch set which included a main course and a drink is available at only RM6.80.

Mala Yuanyang Hotpot @ Ximending, Taipei

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Mala Yuanyang Hot Pot offers great selection of fresh food and their soup is just fabulously spicy. The throng of people that frequent this restaurant is testament enough of its value for money. Queuing for a table is not uncommon, but it is definitely worth the wait. You shouldn't have to wait too long, because the 2 hour time limit for each diner ensures and fast turn around time.

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu illy Cafe Workshop

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 Illy is an internationally recognised brand for espresso that started in Italy, and has taken the world by storm. It's beginning to make some headway in KK, and We were delighted to have a been invited to attend a special 2 hour workshop, organized by the most vibrant Hotel in KK, Le Meridien KK.

Yu Hing @ Hilltop

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Yu Hing is a local favourite for nice Chinese style dishes. Their Fresh seafood and tasty dishes has attracted Kkians for almost 2 decades, and will probably continue to do so into the foreseeable future.

Wonstar Hotel @ Ximending, Taipei

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Wonstar Hotel (Xi Men) is located in the famous XiMenDing, about 5 minutes walk from XiMenDing Metro Station.  It features air-conditioned rooms with a flat-screen TV and free internet access.

La Vintage Bar & Grill @ Wisma Kinsabina, Jalan Penampang

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La Vintage Bar & Grill is a newly opened theme restaurant which offers diners some western and local fusion food experience with fabulous environment. There are 4 different themes in this restaurant; vintage, oriental, Queen Elizabeth and English garden.

Ben's Cafe @ KLCC

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One of my favorite dining place of all time. The concept behind the Ben's brand is that great memories are shared over meals, thus to eat is to love. Ben's and Plan B, both are under the Big Group umbrella, I would highly recommend you to try up their desserts...I love it.

Ristorante Cinese La Giunca @ Rome, Italy

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La Giunca was perfect to satisfy my craving for a Chinese meal, the food here is more home cooked style that really suited my palate. This restaurant has a nice and comfortable decor and provide a friendly service. Price of dishes here are reasonable value for money. For Asian who are craving for a bowl of jasmine rice with simple dishes to accompany it, then you should check out this place.

-17'c (Parfait) In Taste Enclave @ Avenue K (Ampang)

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Taste Enclave, a new pork-friendly food court in the newly-revamped Avenue K, this food court hosts a mix food stalls from old streetside names in a clean, contemporary, strategically-lit space. From the famous Sentul Ah Yap Charcoal Hokkien, Pudu’s Heun Kee Claypot Chicken Rice, Chinatown’s famed Soong Kee beef noodles, -17'c (Parfait) and many more..

Forno Campo de Fiori @ Rome, Italy

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Campo de' Fiori, a public square for century, it is well known marketplace. The statue you see with a homeboy name Giordano Bruno in the black cloak located in the middle of the square is a philosopher who was burned alive where the memorial stands now, the darkside of this place, it was a public execution venue during the rennaissance time. Forno is where many tourists end up, this place was more of a bakery than a pizzeria, and that all they really had to offer were red and white cuts. Pizza was cut width-wise across, then folds up back make it looks like a pizza sandwich....a must try food!

Sushi Express @ Ximending, Taipei

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Sushi Express is a very popular chain store in Taipei for its reasonable price and fresh quality. Everything on the conveyor belt has a fixed price of only NT$30 per plate without any extra service fee charged.

El cerdo Restaurant (Non-Halal) @ Changkat Bukit Bintang

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This was so far the best oink...oink...oink western style porky dining place I had in Kuala Lumpur. We experienced fantastic service, amazing food which was beautifully presented. Highly recommended you make a reservation if you are dining at El Cerdo on the weekends, it is packed. It was bustling with busy waiters and happy chatter, most of the time interrupted by the smashing of plates from tables that ordered their famous suckling pig comes with a Spanish tradition celebration where the guest is invited to carve the crispy roast pig with a plate revealing the tender meat, then make a wish and smashes the plate in a wooden bucket to get rid of the bad luck.

THE LARGEST ASIAN MUSIC, FOOD & CULTURAL FESTIVAL SUNDOWN FESTIVAL 2013

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Amazing performances by Rock and pop acts from Korea, Indonesia, Thailand and Philippines. The much-anticipated talent lineup for the fifth annual Sundown Festival unrivaled a gathering of 10 established and up-and-coming headlining acts from eight Asian countries - Japan, Korea, Hong Kong, China, Taiwan, Indonesia, Philippines and Thailand, including Screw, D=OUT, AOA, Bosco Wong, Shao Yu Han, Yoga Lin, Nidji, Rico Blanco, Rock Steddy and No More Tear.

A NEW SIGNATURE LOOK FOR THE WORLD’S MOST ICONIC BLACK BREW, GUINNESS®!

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The world’s most iconic black brew revealed its signature new look for the brand’s Foreign Extra Stout (GFES) variant on Thursday at an exclusive launch held at The Intermark Kuala Lumpur recently. The new look is the latest step forward to bolster GUINNESS’ position as the most distinctive beer in the world, and amongst Malaysia’s best loved brews.

The Launch of INTELLIgent Bosch Asian Range with revolutionary innovations

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Bosch Home Appliances, Europe’s leading household appliances brand has launched its revolutionary Asian Range with newly introduced hobs and hoods that features INTELLI innovations that cater to Asians’ kitchen needs, enabling its users to cook in style and keep the kitchen — and the rest of the house — clean and smelling fresh.

FOODPANDA.MY EXPANDS DELIVERY COVERAGE TO JOHOR & WORTHY BOOK

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Foodpanda.my now provides food delivery service to residents of Johor Bahru. The largest food delivery service provider in Malaysia just got larger. Foodpanda has just expanded its delivery service to the south most tip of Malaysia – Johor Bahru. Making this the fifth city that foodpanda has a footprint here in Malaysia.

IL PASTICCIACCIO ANGELO BLU @ ROME, ITALY

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We found Il Pasticciaccio Angelo Blu at a street called Via Cavour nearby our Buonarroti Suite Rome accommodation, there are many places to eat and drink. We went for some good lunch, it was inexpensive and the waiter here are friendly and helpful. After a good sit down relaxing meal we had a full day of walking around Rome with the list of places we wanted to see.

Xitun District Morning Market @ Taichung

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Xitun District Morning Market is usually packed with housewives and elderly population, doing their daily grocery shopping. Morning markets tends to sell a lot of raw food materials like fresh pork, chicken, vegetables, fruits, and also ready-cooked food for takeaway.

Kedai Kopi Tenom @ Damai

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Damai is a hotspot for delicious hawker's delights. Walking through the alley of shops at Damai Plaza Phase 4, filled with tables and chairs, the variety of mouth-watering hawker's food will definitely lured you to stop-by.

Fengjia Night Market @ Taichung

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Fengjia Night Market (逢甲夜市) is a night market in Xitun District, Taichung, Taiwan. The market is located next to Feng Chia University and is well-known as the largest night market in Taiwan.

Winner of a Brand New Volkswagen Polo Sedan Announced & Property Market to Boom in Lahad Datu

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The 2013 PIHex (Property Investment & Home Expo) grand prize Buy and Win contest winner was announced today at an exclusive prize giving ceremony. Property buyers who made purchases above RM100,000 at the Kota Kinabalu, Sandakan and Tawau edition of the Expo were entitled to a lucky draw ticket.  Property Market to Boom in Lahad Datu,  Lahad Datu has slowly recovered and security continues to be tight after the incursion of Sulu militants at Kampung Tanduo in February this year. During the height of the conflict, the roads were empty and business cease to operate after 3:00pm. And the government established the Eastern Sabah Security Command (ESSCOM) headquarter in Lahad Datu, further enhancing the security.

THE ASIAN FOOD CHANNEL GETS INTO THE CHRISTMAS SPIRIT WITH THE “AFC FOODIE FACE-OFF” EVENT, HELD IN SINGAPORE FOR FACEBOOK FANS

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AFC provides Singaporean foodies with a chance to showcase their culinary talents at a Christmas-themed cook-off event held as part of its latest online and on-ground initiative. Following the successful launch of the “AFC Foodie Face-Off” event in Malaysia earlier this year, the Asian Food Channel (AFC), part of the Scripps Networks family of lifestyle networks, plans to now bring this exciting event to Singapore. In celebration of the holiday season, AFC will provides Facebook fans in Singapore with a new and interactive platform to share their talents in the kitchen with fellow enthusiasts.

SUNDOWN FESTIVAL 2013 SINGAPORE

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Other than the exciting lie-ups of International Artistes, Sundown Festival 2013 Singapore will also be featuring an array of scrumptious foods in Singapore as well as other countries! Here are some of the dishes that will be featured in Sundown Festival 2013 Singapore! Putu piring is a type of round, steamed rice cake with a centre of melted palm sugar, The Bear Bites was first made popular in Taiwan’s Fengjia Night Market, fusing Taiwanese steamed buns with Japanese nuances, melding eastern flavours into the western burger world, Aneka Rasa offered a wide range of Indonesian cuisines such as ayam penyet, bakso, soto, and many other authentic Indonesian cuisines....