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Food & Drink

Concorde Hotel KL Mooncake 2026: Treasured Petals Collection

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As the Mid-Autumn Festival approaches, mooncake lovers and gift-givers across Malaysia are searching for the ideal mix of tradition, gourmet flavors, and aesthetic presentation. This year, Concorde Hotel Kuala Lumpur elevates festive celebrations with its exquisite Treasured Petals Mooncake Collection 2026. Featuring handcrafted pressed flower packaging and classic to modern flavors, this lineup is a prime choice for corporate gifting, family reunions, and luxury treats.

The Artistry: Handcrafted Pressed Flower Packaging
What sets Concorde Hotel KL’s 2026 mooncake offering apart is its artistic design. Each Treasured Petals gift box features handpicked pressed botanicals from Yunnan province, China—famously known as the ‘Kingdom of Flowers’. Carefully preserved in a clear frame, each box functions as a reusable keepsake tray or decorative display piece for your home.

Mooncake Types & Gourmet Gift Sets
Each gift set comes filled with 4 handcrafted mooncakes (180g each). You can choose from four specially curated flavor sets:

1. Set A – Traditional Classic Baked

  • Pure Lotus Double Yolk 雙黃純蓮蓉
  • Golden Pandan Pure Lotus 翡翠純蓮蓉
  • Pure Lotus 純蓮蓉
  • Japanese Red Bean 日本紅豆

2. Set B – Nutty & Traditional Delights

  • Pure Lotus Single Yolk 單黃純蓮蓉
  • Assorted Fruits Nuts 伍仁黃豆
  • Black Sesame Lotus 黑芝麻蓮蓉
  • Japanese Red Bean 日本紅豆

3. Set C – Modern Snowskin Selection

  • White Lotus Paste Single Yolk 單黃白蓮蓉冰皮
  • Yam Paste Single Yolk 單黃芋香冰皮
  • Japanese Red Bean 日本紅豆冰皮
  • Crimson Velvet Cheese Crunch 紅絲絨芝士冰皮

4. Set D – Bestseller Snowskin Durian Special

  • Imperial Musang King Durian (4 pcs) 御品貓山王冰皮
  • Made with 100% pure, rich Musang King durian flesh, served with a complimentary Cooler Bag.

Concorde Hotel KL offers competitive promotional prices and bulk options for early shoppers:

  • 🎁 Floral Round & Square Gift Set:
    • Hotel Lobby Exclusive: RM 138 nett (Normal Price: RM 175 nett)
    • Mid Valley Kiosk: RM 148 nett (Normal Price: RM 175 nett)
  • 🛍️ Floral Round Gift Set with Metal Carrier (Limited Stock): RM 175 nett (Normal Price: RM 205 nett)
  • 👑 Imperial Musang King Durian (Set D): Normal price applies (No discount)
  • 💳 Concorde Card (CC) Loyalty Members: Enjoy 15% Discount
  • 📦 Bulk Purchase Savings: Enjoy 25% Discount when purchasing 20 boxes and above

📍 Availability & Kiosk Locations

You can purchase these mooncakes between 1 August and 25 September 2026:

  1. Concorde Hotel Kuala Lumpur (Hotel Lobby)
    • Dates: 1 August – 25 September 2026
    • Hours: 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM
  2. Mid Valley Megamall (North Court, Ground Floor)
    • Dates: 4 September – 25 September 2026
    • Hours: 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM
  3. Online Orders: Baked & snowskin sets are available online via Concorde’s Payment Portal.

Ready to secure your holiday gifts? Reserve your mooncake sets before stock runs out!

Food & Drink

OVERSEA 海外天 Launches “The Moonlight Collection” for 2026 Mid-Autumn Festival

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Celebrating mid-summer with flavours inspired by reunion, tradition, and innovation

The 2026 OVERSEA Moonlight Collection: Modern Flavours Meet Mid-Autumn Tradition

The Mid-Autumn Festival full moon has long signaled a time for family gatherings, shared meals, and rich tradition. To mark the 2026 festive season, OVERSEA 海外天 has officially unveiled “The Moonlight Collection”—a blend of half-a-century-old baking heritage and forward-thinking pastry design.

Featuring delicate Momoyama-style pastries, soft snow skin creations, and classic single-yolk favorites, this year’s line-up offers a modern take on timeless Mid-Autumn flavours.

2026 New Flavour Highlights: Modern Dessert Artistry

This year, OVERSEA expands its lineup with three new innovative mooncake flavours designed for contemporary palates:

  • Momoyama Peach Tea Cream Cheese Mooncake: Features a light Momoyama-style pastry shell infused with the crisp aroma of peach tea, balanced by a smooth, velvety cream cheese center.
  • Momoyama Toffee Caramel Mooncake: Combines rich, buttery toffee with the smooth sweetness of caramel inside a refined Momoyama crust, delivering a full-bodied bite without being overly sweet.
  • Snowy Mango Boba Mooncake: A soft, chilled snow skin pastry bursting with tropical mango flavor, finished with chewy boba pearls in every bite.

Alongside these new additions, popular favourites like the Chocolate Lava, Matcha Red Bean Mochi, Snowy Hazelnut Chocolate Ganache, and Snowy Noble Delight with Mango also make their return.

Classic OVERSEA Signatures Return

For traditionalists, OVERSEA continues to offer its iconic, traditional baked mooncakes carefully calibrated for balanced sweetness:

  • Shanghai with Single Yolk
  • Golden Starlight with Single Yolk
  • Noble Delight with Single Yolk
  • Royal Fairy with Single Yolk
  • Golden Emerald with Single Yolk
  • White Lotus with Single Yolk

Featured Mid-Autumn Gift Set: The Lunar Rise

Designed specifically for corporate gifting and family celebrations, OVERSEA has introduced the curated Lunar Rise Gift Set (RM168 per box).

What’s Inside the Lunar Rise Gift Set:

  • 1x Momoyama Peach Tea Cream Cheese Mooncake
  • 1x Momoyama Toffee Caramel Mooncake
  • 1x Golden Starlight with Single Yolk Mooncake
  • 1x White Lotus with Single Yolk Mooncake (Less Sweet)

Where to Buy OVERSEA Mooncakes in 2026

The Moonlight Collection is available for a limited time during the 2026 Mid-Autumn season online via the official OVERSEA website, at selected OVERSEA restaurant outlets, and at designated mall pop-up locations:

  • Penang: Sunshine Centre Farlim
  • Petaling Jaya: 1 Utama (AEON)
  • Kuala Lumpur: Lotus’s Kepong

About OVERSEA
Founded in 1977, OVERSEA is a well-known Malaysian dining brand celebrated for its
Cantonese cuisine, festive delicacies and philosophy of bringing people together through food. From restaurants and signature mooncake collections to a wide range of traditional pastries, OVERSEA is committed to preserving traditional craftsmanship while creating culinary experiences that cater to the new tastes of consumers today.

Food & Drink, Lifestyle

Coffee Meets Italian Culture at the Lavazza Pop-Up Experience in Mid Valley Megamall

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Coffee lovers and fans of Italian culture have something exciting to explore this June as Lavazza Malaysia brings a unique coffee experience to Mid Valley Megamall. Today I attended the official launch of the Lavazza Pop-Up Shop, a week-long activation held at Centre Court, Ground Floor, from 22 to 28 June 2026, and it was more than just a coffee showcase—it was a journey into the rich traditions of Italian coffee culture.

The launch event gathered representatives from Lavazza Asia, AEON Retail Malaysia, the Embassy of Italy, the Italian Chamber of Commerce, media members, content creators, and business partners. The highlight of the event was the introduction of Lavazza’s latest capsule collection, Tales of Italy, featuring two new blends inspired by two of Italy’s most iconic cities: Roma and Napoli.

As someone who enjoys discovering the stories behind food and beverages, I found the concept behind Tales of Italy particularly interesting. Rather than simply introducing new coffee capsules, Lavazza created blends that reflect the personalities of different Italian cities.

Tales of Roma captures the elegance and timeless charm of Rome through a smooth and balanced coffee profile with notes of dark chocolate and hazelnut. On the other hand, Tales of Napoli celebrates Naples’ famous espresso culture with a bold and full-bodied blend featuring cocoa and caramel notes. Both capsules offer distinctive flavour profiles that showcase Italy’s diverse coffee traditions.

Visitors to the Lavazza Pop-Up Shop can enjoy coffee tastings and specially curated “Coffeetails” prepared by professional baristas. The experience also includes an Instagram-worthy photo corner inspired by Italy, making it a fun stop for both coffee enthusiasts and casual shoppers.

Another key highlight of the launch is the collaboration between Lavazza and the aura+ Java One Espresso Coffee Machine. Designed for convenience and simplicity, the machine features espresso and lungo brewing options at the touch of a button. It is compatible with Nespresso® capsules and aims to bring a premium coffee experience into everyday homes.

For those considering a home coffee setup, Lavazza and aura+ are offering a special promotional bundle priced at RM499, which includes the aura+ Java One Espresso Coffee Machine and eight boxes of Lavazza capsules. Given the usual retail value, this promotion offers a practical opportunity for coffee drinkers looking to upgrade their daily coffee routine.

Beyond the product displays, visitors can also enjoy exclusive promotions, giveaways, and purchase-with-purchase rewards throughout the activation period. Whether you’re already a Lavazza fan or simply curious about Italian coffee, the pop-up provides a chance to learn more about espresso culture while sampling different coffee blends.

Founded in Turin in 1895, Lavazza has grown into one of the world’s leading coffee brands, serving coffee across more than 140 markets worldwide. With nearly 130 years of coffee expertise, the company continues to innovate while staying connected to its Italian roots.

If you’re visiting Mid Valley Megamall this week, the Lavazza Pop-Up Shop is worth checking out. Beyond the coffee itself, it’s an opportunity to experience a small taste of Italy right in the heart of Kuala Lumpur and discover how every cup can tell a story.

Event Details
Location: Centre Court, Ground Floor, Mid Valley Megamall, Kuala Lumpur
Date: 22 – 28 June 2026

Highlights:
• Launch of Lavazza Tales of Italy Roma and Napoli capsules
• Coffee tastings and signature Coffeetails
• Exclusive promotions and giveaways
• aura+ Java One Espresso Coffee Machine special bundle
• Italian-themed photo opportunities

Planning to make a purchase? Use my promo code LAVDIXON to enjoy an additional 10% discount on your purchase during the pop-up event from 22–28 June 2026.

Food & Drink

Grannies Kiosk Melawati Serves Nasi Dagang & Other Authentic Terengganu Cuisine in Kuala Lumpur

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People who know me will know that I have a soft spot for traditional Malay food. So when I attended the Grannies Makan Makan Fiesta, I was genuinely excited to discover Grannies Kiosk Melawati. Tucked inside Restoran Sajian Mak Lang, just a short distance from Melawati Mall, this humble spot is easy to access, and yes, parking is surprisingly convenient around the area. You can literally see this building from MRR2.

Grannies started about 8 years ago, back in 2018, and in February 2026, its very first kiosk was opened right here in Taman Melawati. Today, it continues to serve authentic Terengganu cuisine, preserving recipes that have been passed down through generations. If you’re a fan of traditional flavours, this is the kind of place that feels both nostalgic and comforting.

They operate daily for breakfast from 7am to 12pm, which honestly makes it the perfect morning makan spot. Their menu is packed with classics like nasi dagang, nasi lemak sambal ikan, laksa (both kuah putih and kuah merah), pulut lepa (pulut panggang), pulut tapai, and assorted kuihs, just to name a few. Everything here leans heavily into authentic East Coast flavours—rich, slightly sweet, and deeply satisfying.

Nasi Dagang Ikan
Nasi Pulut Rendang Daging
Kuih-Muih
Keropok Lekor

From what I tried, I highly recommend the Nasi Dagang Ikan and Nasi Pulut Rendang Daging. The nasi dagang hits that perfect balance with its fragrant rice and flavourful fish curry, while the pulut rendang is hearty and indulgent. Don’t skip their kuih-muih too—simple, traditional, and done right.

Fun fact: their nasi dagang is also available at all Kueh Cafe outlets across Klang Valley, a brand owned by Ezwan Zain aka Mr E (Erra Fazira’s husband). So yes, you know it’s legit.

Had some fun plating my own Nasi Dagang

Grannies also accept orders via WhatsApp or call (013-9075199), and there’s no minimum order—which is quite rare. Whether it’s catering, a small birthday party, or even a casual gathering, they can customise games and activities to suit your event.

It’s no surprise that local celebrities like Dato’ Sri Siti Nurhaliza, Neelofa, and Datuk Aznil Nawawi (Pak Nil) also loved their food.

📍 Grannies Kiosk Melawati
Restoran Sajian Mak Lang, Taman Melawati, 53100 Kuala Lumpur (nearby Melawati Mall)
Location: https://maps.app.goo.gl/BiajJnJXMsjQ4FwH6
For catering, party, gathering: 013-9075199 (No minimum order)
IG: www.instagram.com/grannies.my
FB: www.facebook.com/grannies.my
TIktok: www.tiktok.com/@granniesmy

Food & Drink

Premium Italian Tomatoes Arrive in Malaysia with the eTomAato

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I had the chance to attend the launch of eTomAato: European Tomato, A Red Passion in Kuala Lumpur, and let me tell you, it was an eye-opening experience. This two-year, EU-backed campaign was introduced during the 18th edition of Food & Hospitality Malaysia (FHM) 2025, and it’s all about bringing premium European tomatoes to Malaysia.

The event was hosted by the Embassy of Italy in Kuala Lumpur together with the Italian Trade Agency (ITA), supported by O.I. Pomodoro da Industria Bacino Centro Sud Italia and the European Union. With over 70 Italian tomato producers under the eTomAato banner, the goal is to connect Malaysia’s growing food scene with the best of Mediterranean tomato heritage.

What really stood out to me was how much emphasis was placed on quality, safety, and sustainability. These tomatoes aren’t just rich in flavour; they’re carefully produced under strict European standards, ensuring consistency and reliability. As someone who loves both cooking and dining out, I can see why Italian tomatoes are in demand – they bring out that authentic taste in every dish, whether pasta, pizza, or even Malaysian fusion creations.

At the launch, I listened to Dr. Angela Donvito, Trade Commissioner of the Italian Trade Agency, and Francesco Pezzarossi, Second Secretary of the Embassy of Italy in Kuala Lumpur. Dr. Donvito shared how “eTomAato bridges the gap between Europe’s centuries-old tomato heritage and Asia’s dynamic culinary innovation.” And it makes sense – it’s about giving Malaysian chefs and consumers access to top-quality ingredients that inspire creativity in the kitchen.

Some interesting trade figures were also revealed: between January and May 2025, Italy exported over €1.17 billion worth of preserved tomatoes globally. Malaysia imported €8.58 million, with €1.8 million coming from Italy, making it our second-largest supplier in this category. Clearly, there’s already a strong appetite for Italian tomatoes here.

Looking ahead, the campaign will roll out seminars, in-store tastings, chef collaborations, and culinary showcases across Malaysia. I’m excited to see how this initiative not only enriches our food culture but also strengthens EU-Malaysia food trade.

If you love exploring new flavours or experimenting in the kitchen, keep an eye out for the eTomAato campaign in Malaysia. From what I’ve experienced at the launch, these tomatoes are going to be a game-changer for both home cooks and professionals alike.

For more details and updates, check out etomaato.eu