Hello,

Another year has passed, and the festive season is now upon us, with Christmas music and decorations appearing in restaurants and shopping malls around the city. It is the season for celebration, and as such, we’ve rounded up the best places to celebrate with loved ones and a selection of gift options.

From scrumptious hotel buffet spreads with juicy turkeys and all the trimmings to curated festive menus and lavish treats, we have you covered with some of the most festive offerings in town.

Also in this week’s newsletter:

• In Pictures: An intimate experience with Johnnie Walker Blue Label Elusive Umami and Sushi Hara
• The best restaurants in Puglia, Italy, according to chef Mirko Febbrile
• Penang’s Michelin-starred Aunty Gaik Lean’s new interior is a feast for the senses
• Michelin Guide 2024: Kuala Lumpur and Penang’s stars revealed
• Tatler Dining and Mastercard start partnership to introduce Tatler Dining Kitchen to Malaysia

Until next time,
Katelyn Tan
Senior Dining Writer, Malaysia

Discover how Aunty Gaik Lean Old School Eatery in Penang was transformed by award-winning design studio Nevermore.

• Karen Yap of Ethnic Sarawak Night will host a dinner on November 24, 2023 at Temu House.
• Ignis KL will host a chef’s table series called At the Table once a month focusing on produce. The first dinner will occur on November 22, 2023.
• Lafite welcomes guest chef Simone Loisi from Waterfall Ristorante Italiano at Shangri-La Singapore from November 24-25, 2023, who will present a 5-course Waterfall Tasting Menu.
• From November 10 to December 1, 2023, Nobu Kuala Lumpur will be serving an all-new Truffle Omakase menu.
• Flavours of Spain 2023 will occur at GMBB on November 23, 2023, showcasing the best of Spanish delicacies.