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pg 62<br />
The Heart's<br />
DESIRE<br />
Ms Idora Wan Rabe'al follows her true<br />
love and gains a new appreciation for life<br />
THE<br />
PASSION<br />
ISSUE<br />
<strong>Making</strong> <strong>Dreams</strong> <strong>Come</strong> <strong>True</strong><br />
TROPICANA PROPERTY NEWS<br />
<strong>Tropicana</strong> posts a fourfold increase<br />
KDN No. 1505 (7892)<br />
Vol. <strong>#105</strong> <strong>Jan</strong>uary - <strong>Feb</strong>ruary <strong>2016</strong>
EDITOR’S NOTE<br />
HAPPY<br />
NEW<br />
YEAR!<br />
GONG<br />
HEY FAT<br />
CHOY!<br />
As <strong>Jan</strong>uary is the first month of <strong>2016</strong>, we will then enter the Chinese New<br />
Year in <strong>Feb</strong>ruary. May this year be filled with joy and success!<br />
We have put together a fantastic issue to enter this New Year, and what<br />
a better way to do so than by talking about Passion. Our cover story,<br />
featuring Idora Wan Rabe’al, is all about combining her passion for her<br />
business with her love of life. She embraces both enthusiastically and will<br />
be an inspiration for all of us.<br />
But <strong>Feb</strong>ruary will also be a time to celebrate your Valentine. Take her,<br />
or him, to the best city in the world to celebrate your love: Paris. We’ve<br />
the perfect nest for you to indulge in luxury and passion: The Peninsula.<br />
Have a read through our feature, and it will certainly strike a romantic<br />
chord in you.<br />
If you don’t have time to travel so far, how about you make the perfect<br />
romantic drink to impress your date? Check our suggestions. They sure<br />
will put you in the mood. After this, take him or her for dinner. Thirty8 at<br />
Grand Hyatt is the destination of choice. We spoke to their chef about the<br />
special atmosphere and menu for that special day.<br />
But if Cupid hasn’t struck you yet, do not despair. We take a look at how<br />
the dating scene has changed thanks to OKCupid, Match.com or Tinder.<br />
Everyone is bound to find his/her better half somewhere. Why not give it<br />
a try online?<br />
We truly hope you enjoy this issue. Last but not least, TROPICANA is<br />
having a preview screening for the movie THE REVENANT, supported by<br />
20th Century Fox Malaysia. There will be more than 100 preview passes<br />
to give away exclusively to TROPICANA readers for you to be the first to<br />
watch it!<br />
All the best, with love…<br />
10 TM | JANUARY/FEBRUARY <strong>2016</strong>
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Volume<br />
<strong>#105</strong><br />
22<br />
70<br />
18 THE SCENE<br />
• Fun2Sea Voyage<br />
24 THE LATEST<br />
• New Opening<br />
• Fashion<br />
• Beauty<br />
• Gadgets &<br />
Home Living<br />
• Time Pieces<br />
• Golf Equipment<br />
• Books<br />
• Music<br />
• Movies<br />
44 THE DIARY<br />
46 THE HOME<br />
A Piece Of History In<br />
Your Home<br />
52 PROPERTY NEWS<br />
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pg20<br />
pg22<br />
pg26<br />
pg30<br />
pg34<br />
pg36<br />
pg38<br />
pg40<br />
pg42<br />
• <strong>Tropicana</strong> Posts A Fourfold<br />
Increase<br />
pg52<br />
• Honours From The Edge<br />
Property Excellence<br />
Awards 2015<br />
pg56<br />
• Building Unity<br />
Through Sports pg57<br />
• <strong>Tropicana</strong> Website Is Asia<br />
Pacific’s Best<br />
pg58<br />
• <strong>Tropicana</strong> Receives<br />
Praise At NACRA 2015 pg58<br />
62 AN INTERVIEW WITH<br />
MS IDORA WAN<br />
RABE'AL<br />
Love To Live<br />
70 THE VACATION<br />
Romance In Paris<br />
76 THE GAME CHANGER<br />
It's A Date... Online<br />
14 TM | JANUARY/FEBRUARY <strong>2016</strong>
128<br />
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80 THE DRIVE<br />
Fashionably Late To The Party<br />
86 THE SWING<br />
You Don't Have To Wait<br />
To Exhale In Anguilla<br />
92 HEALTH<br />
8 Chinese New Year Healthy<br />
Eating Tips<br />
104 THE LOOK<br />
• Lady Of The Orient<br />
• Style Wave<br />
• Tales Of A Geisha<br />
116 THE COOKBOOK<br />
The Humble Chef<br />
118 THE DISHES<br />
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pg104<br />
pg106<br />
123 THE RECIPE<br />
An Appetisingly Auspicious Dish<br />
124 THE DRINK<br />
Stir Up Your Feelings<br />
126 THE LIST<br />
128 THE TREND<br />
16 TM | JANUARY/FEBRUARY <strong>2016</strong>
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THE SCENE<br />
1<br />
There are a lot of happenings<br />
going on around town if you<br />
know where to look. From<br />
launches to charity dinners to<br />
grand openings, strap on your<br />
fancy dresses and suits and be<br />
ready to brush shoulders with<br />
high society as we bring you the<br />
latest events that everyone<br />
is buzzing about.<br />
2<br />
3<br />
FUN2SEA<br />
VOYAGE<br />
KUALA LUMPUR<br />
7 DECEMBER 2015<br />
Aquaria KLCC provided a uniquely educational Christmas<br />
event for families and kids alike with their Christmas<br />
Fun2Sea Voyage, which featured a truly extensive array<br />
of activities for underwater fun such as the Giant Pacific<br />
Octopus enrichment activity, mermaid performances, Scuba<br />
Santa, Christmas tree and aquarium tank decoration sessions.<br />
Also unveiled in conjunction with the event was the newly<br />
launched Holodeck @ MoonLab in Station Aquarius, where<br />
visitors could travel through time in an augmented reality<br />
journey to watch creatures of the past and present blend into<br />
the world around them. Finally, everyone received gifts from<br />
Santa’s Elves as they spread the holiday cheer.<br />
1 — Beautiful mermaids swimming among the creatures of the ocean 2 —<br />
Aquaria KLCC CEO Dato’ Simon Foong admiring the marine wildlife through<br />
the underwater tunnel with guests 3 — Dato’ Simon welcoming guests to<br />
the launch of the Fun2Sea exhibition<br />
18 TM | JANUARY/FEBRUARY <strong>2016</strong>
NEW OPENINGS<br />
EMPOWERING WOMEN AT FACE IMAGE ACADEMY<br />
From hairline and eyebrow embroidery services to<br />
makeup services, Face Image Academy has it all.<br />
In conjunction with their newly relocated outlet, a<br />
special makeup workshop aptly titled ‘No Worries,<br />
Single Mums’ was organised to teach single mums<br />
and divorced women makeup skills that empowers<br />
them to work from home and be able to generate<br />
income for the family.<br />
www.makeupacademymalaysia.com<br />
THIRD TIME’S A CHARM<br />
Fans of Diane von Furstenberg can now visit their<br />
third outlet in Malaysia at The Gardens Mall.<br />
The modern yet sexy 900 square foot interior<br />
with iconic graphic patterns covering the walls<br />
is inspired by the brand’s core equities. The shop<br />
offers the full collection of Diane von Furstenberg<br />
items and iconic patterns.<br />
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FAMILY FUN<br />
Recently launched, The Parenthood London Street<br />
Family Park is already a hit among kids and their<br />
families. Listed in The Malaysian Book of Records as<br />
the first family park in the country with retail outlets,<br />
this fun zone is suitable for both parent and children as<br />
it is a winning mixture of learning and leisure all in one.<br />
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FASHION<br />
1.<br />
MINI MELISSA<br />
We find matching your outfit with your children<br />
an adorable idea and if cute footwear is your thing,<br />
you’ll be delighted to hear that Melissa Shoes has<br />
just introduced the Mini Melissa line for your kids.<br />
These adorable ballet flats adorned with bows<br />
and ribbons are mini versions of the Ultragirl and<br />
Vivienne Westwood Anglomania collection and<br />
they each come with a Velcro strap, blending easy<br />
wear with colourful style.<br />
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2.QUIRKY CROSSBODY<br />
Crossbody bags are all the rage for casual days<br />
out without the need to tote around a big bag,<br />
and though many come in rich leather or exotic<br />
prints, Anya Hindmarch is putting a little spin on<br />
the classic favourite. Quirky embellishments of<br />
cartoon eyes and vibrant rainbows are plastered<br />
on traditional tasselled bags that turn Anya’s<br />
accessories into lush yet fun pieces.<br />
www.anyahindmarch.com<br />
3.<br />
THE COLOUR OF LOVE<br />
Triumph is adding some spice to their latest<br />
lingerie collection as they infuse the many<br />
shades of red into their beloved bra designs.<br />
Choose between the many underwear favourites<br />
in lush crimson shades and sumptuous fabrics<br />
like the two-cup, cleavage-boosting Aqua bra,<br />
Butterfly bra and plunging Deep-V bra. Get<br />
flirty with the new RED collection peeping<br />
out from under your clothes, leading up to a<br />
seductive reveal this Valentine’s Day.<br />
www.triumph.com.my<br />
22 TM | JANUARY/FEBRUARY <strong>2016</strong>
FASHION<br />
4.<br />
MAMA KNOWS BEST<br />
The duo from Dolce & Gabbana pay homage to their<br />
mother by designing a stunning eyewear piece that<br />
evokes a Sicilian vibe with baroque furnishings. The<br />
Mama’s Brocade sunglasses is decorated with red roses<br />
and grey pearls set in floral motifs that are a testament<br />
to the creativity of the fashion brand. There are only 500<br />
of these sunglasses made and they all come wrapped in a<br />
sophisticated bow with similar design aesthetic.<br />
www.dolcegabbana.com/eyewear<br />
6.<br />
FRINGE FACTOR<br />
A little bit of fringe can add a lot of character<br />
to an outfit which is clearly presented in<br />
Emilio Pucci’s pre-spring <strong>2016</strong> collection.<br />
Taking the reins of Pucci after the departure<br />
of Peter Dundas, Massimo Giorgetti brings his<br />
eclectic, colourful and crazy style to the fashion<br />
house and fringe is an accent that we cannot<br />
ignore. Coats and skirts get a taste of fringe in<br />
a slimming and slinky form while dresses get a<br />
heavy dose of it in thick multicoloured patches.<br />
Definitely a nod to the bold.<br />
www.emiliopucci.com<br />
5.<br />
CASHMERE CASE<br />
A Burberry trench coat is already considered a luxurious<br />
statement piece, and now you can appreciate the British<br />
fashion brand even more as they employ skilled artisans<br />
to spin a cashmere version for your wintery needs.<br />
The Burberry cashmere trench coats come in two new<br />
colours: Navy and Parade Red, the first introduction<br />
of new colours since its inception to join cool hues like<br />
plum, teal and cherry pink to name a few.<br />
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24 TM | JANUARY/FEBRUARY <strong>2016</strong>
BEAUTY<br />
1.<br />
RED IS THE NEW BLACK<br />
Exuberating confidence and sexiness,<br />
the latest fragrance from Estee<br />
Lauder is a fruity floral oriental<br />
that will turn heads with every<br />
whiff. The Modern Muse Le Rouge<br />
is for the daring lady that flaunts<br />
her signature colour of red with<br />
timeless elegance. Ripened roses<br />
blended with raspberry and pink<br />
peppers give that punch of freshness<br />
while the seductive side comes from<br />
the bouquet of Madagascar vanilla<br />
and patchouli.<br />
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3.<br />
THE<br />
FUTURE OF HANDSOME<br />
Take control of your skin’s health for today as<br />
well as tomorrow with the FUTURE RESCUE<br />
Repair Serum by the LAB SERIES skincare<br />
for men. This ultra-potent formula employs<br />
the ‘quad focus’ approach for younger-looking<br />
skin, which includes environmental defence,<br />
purifying surface detox, barrier fortification<br />
and damage repair. After four weeks, see the<br />
change as the serum repairs and protects any<br />
environmental damage on the face of today’s<br />
urban man.<br />
www.labseries.com.my<br />
2.<br />
PARIS AFTER THE RAIN<br />
For eye makeup that dazzles under the light,<br />
Laura Mercier’s limited edition ‘Paris After<br />
The Rain’ eye colour collection features duochromatic<br />
shades to give your peepers some<br />
edginess. The eight eye colours consist of four<br />
neutral matte shades and four multi-chrome<br />
pearl toppers; a combination of the two on<br />
your eyes will create a satin reflective finish for<br />
a most dramatic effect.<br />
www.lauramercier.com<br />
26 TM | JANUARY/FEBRUARY <strong>2016</strong>
BEAUTY<br />
4.<br />
NO MORE LINES<br />
With the ever-expanding technology that<br />
is applied in beauty, in <strong>2016</strong> we can say that<br />
dermal fillers have turned non-invasive thanks<br />
to Beaubelle’s Doctor Perfector. Blending the<br />
nourishing powers of 100% pure Swiss milk<br />
and Hyaluronic Acid, Doctor Perfector acts<br />
to smoothen the skin while protecting from<br />
moisture loss. Witness your surface wrinkles<br />
diminish and experience visible reduction just<br />
15 minutes after application!<br />
www.beaubelle.com<br />
5.<br />
LONDON CALLING<br />
The London Oud by Fragrance Du Bois was originally<br />
created for the former World Heavyweight Boxing<br />
Champion, David Haye, and was inspired by his<br />
hometown of London. Now, Fragrance Du Bois is<br />
sharing this intoxicating perfume with the world so<br />
users can bathe in the scent of spring morning in<br />
London as you walk along the Thames. With a blend of<br />
notes like bergamot, lavender and cardamom, what is<br />
not to love about this fragrance?<br />
www.fragrancedubois.com<br />
6.<br />
FRUITFUL RESULTS<br />
Imagine if you could manage your rate of aging<br />
with a face serum. B&B Labs from Beaubelle<br />
Group has a new skincare range called Science<br />
Series that features Asian ingredients to treat<br />
a variety of skin types. Some of the serums<br />
include the Advanced Durian Hydration Serum<br />
to eliminate dehydration while pigmentation<br />
can be fixed with the Mangosteen Brightening<br />
Detox Serum.<br />
www.beaubelle.com<br />
28 TM | JANUARY/FEBRUARY <strong>2016</strong>
GADGETS & HOME LIVING<br />
1.<br />
AWESOME ACOUSTICS<br />
Bringing a complete and powerful digital<br />
loudspeaker to your home, Bang & Olufsen is<br />
taking home entertainment to a futuristic level. The<br />
BeoLab 90 has technologies up its sleeve like Active<br />
Room Compensation, which makes up for the<br />
impact of soundwaves reflecting off items in your<br />
room to ensure optimum sound quality. Or, change<br />
the width of your sound beams with the Beam<br />
Width Control to achieve sound clarity in different<br />
listening conditions.<br />
www.bang-olufsen.com<br />
2.<br />
OFFICE COMFORT<br />
For office workers that require a comfortable<br />
workspace, the Quickstand by Humanscale is a<br />
smart platform that you can use at your office table.<br />
The platform is lightweight and is height-adjustable<br />
so users can change its height according to their<br />
comfort whether for a sitting or standing position.<br />
The Quickstand is also portable, which is great if<br />
you ever have to change tables or workplaces.<br />
www.humanscale.com<br />
3.<br />
THIN IS IN<br />
The world’s thinnest ultra HD TV is now available to<br />
take pride of place in your living room for a superior<br />
television-watching experience. The X9000C series<br />
by Sony features a stunning 4.9mm thinness which<br />
gives the television the illusion of floating when<br />
placed. It is powered by a powerful 4K Processor X1<br />
for greater clarity and colour while watching Blu-ray<br />
discs, Internet videos and TV broadcasts.<br />
www.sony.com.my<br />
30 TM | JANUARY/FEBRUARY <strong>2016</strong>
GADGETS & HOME LIVING<br />
5.<br />
VIOLETS & ROSES<br />
Bring in the scents of love and sweetness into<br />
your home with Diptyque’s latest Rosaviola<br />
candle collection, a collaboration with Franco-<br />
British designer Olympia Le-Tan. The Rosaviola<br />
gets a touch of embroidery from Olympia in<br />
vibrant hues of pink plastered with kisses. Be<br />
enamoured with the scent of roses and violets in<br />
the quirkiest of packaging.<br />
www.diptyqueparis.com<br />
4.<br />
TURKISH DELIGHTS<br />
This is not the gelatine-like candy you know, but<br />
hand-loomed towels from Turkey. The soft and<br />
intricate peshmetals are loomed using natural<br />
cotton, bamboo and linen for comfortable and soft<br />
towels that were widely used by Ottoman Empire<br />
blue bloods. Homegrown company Real.m has come<br />
out with the Lagoona collection of hand-woven<br />
peshmetals in eye-catching chevron designs, which<br />
can be used as a blanket or a throw.<br />
www.facebook.com/realmtowels<br />
6.MONKEY BUSINESS<br />
To commemorate the year of the Monkey, Royal Selangor<br />
has sculpted a gorgeous figurine inspired by a Chinese<br />
literary classic. The monkey holding a peach represents<br />
the Monkey King, who gained eternal life by stealing the<br />
heavenly peaches of the Mother Queen of the West - a<br />
famous scene from Journey to the West. A great gift for<br />
Chinese New Year, spread the love and prosperity this<br />
<strong>2016</strong> with this Royal Selangor collectible.<br />
www.royalselangor.com<br />
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TIME PIECES<br />
1.<br />
HIDDEN SECRET<br />
A stunning timepiece on the outside with hidden<br />
treasures on the inside, the Velvet Secret Heart by<br />
Roger Dubuis is a masterpiece upon the wrist. This<br />
creation conceals its inner technicalities beneath<br />
a gorgeous exterior, which features two rows of<br />
sparkling diamonds rimming the bezel. Even the face<br />
has a curved layout of slanting Roman numerals that<br />
look like a precious vase.<br />
www.rogerdubuis.com<br />
3.<br />
THE INSIDE JOB<br />
It’s what’s on the inside that truly matters with the<br />
Ladies’ Millenary collection by Audemars Piguet.<br />
Exposing the mechanics of the watch through its dial,<br />
the timepiece is made for no ordinary woman. The<br />
watches also come in an oval case shape which make<br />
up the overall look of the Millenary. Available in<br />
pink gold and white gold, the designs come in pearly<br />
alligator straps.<br />
www.audemarspiguet.com<br />
2.<br />
LESS IS MORE<br />
The Slim d’Hermes timepiece presents understated<br />
and demure watches with its simple and clean<br />
design, which directs the eye to the elegant<br />
typeface. A closer look at the dial and one will<br />
notice a different typography from the previous<br />
watches of the same line. The watch comes with<br />
lush, soft Hermes leather straps that in various<br />
colours suitable for both sexes. Made to fit<br />
any occasion at any time, the Slim d’Hermes is<br />
available in 32mm rose gold.<br />
www.hermes.com<br />
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GOLF EQUIPMENT<br />
1.<br />
GROUND-BREAKING FOOTWEAR<br />
Living up to the reputation of the groundbreaking<br />
TOUR360, the new TOUR360 BOOST<br />
features new innovation for best performance.<br />
Get the comfort from the full-length BOOST<br />
cushioning and improved adjustability with<br />
the re-engineered 360WRAP saddle, while the<br />
s-curve heel shape is a new design which adapts to<br />
the natural contour of your foot for an improved<br />
fit. Rest assured that this improved TOUR360<br />
BOOST blends technology and comfort for the<br />
ultimate golf shoe.<br />
www.adidasgolf.com<br />
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BOOKS<br />
1.<br />
LOVE X STYLE X LIFE<br />
GARANCE DORÉ<br />
[RM161.40]<br />
This blogger, fashionista and ambassador of French<br />
taste and fashion pens down her candid thoughts about<br />
the world of fashion. It is part visual diary, part style<br />
guide and part insider’s tips about the fashion world<br />
through the eyes of a major influencer. Get ready to be<br />
amazed by the unique illustrations, personal photos and<br />
witty storytelling skills of a trendsetter.<br />
2. EATING<br />
PURELY<br />
ELIZABETH STEIN<br />
[RM95.90]<br />
The brainchild behind the natural foods company, Purely<br />
Natural, Elizabeth is educating foodies on how to create<br />
the healthiest food without sacrificing taste. After a stint<br />
at The Institute of Integrative Nutrition, Elizabeth is now<br />
making healthy eating a lifestyle as she shares over 100<br />
of her favourite recipes that are nutrient-rich and gluten<br />
free.<br />
3.<br />
NOT IF I SEE YOU FIRST<br />
ERIC LINDSTROM<br />
[RM56.60]<br />
Parker Grant might be blind, but she does not need<br />
any sympathy from anyone. That’s why she has<br />
set down some rules for others, which include to<br />
never take advantage of her and to not treat her any<br />
differently than others. But when a boy who broke<br />
her heart returns after years of absence, Parker must<br />
confront the truth that spills out and face her hidden<br />
emotions about her former lover and family.<br />
4. ASHLEY<br />
BELL<br />
DEAN KOONTZ<br />
[RM130.80]<br />
Twenty-two year old Bibi Blair dives into the world<br />
of crime and conspiracy in order to find a girl named<br />
Ashley Bell, who she believes is the girl she is meant<br />
to save. After being told that she was dying from a<br />
disease, Bibi experienced a miracle when she was<br />
instantly cured. Now believing her miracle happened<br />
for a reason, she follows a trail of sinister mysteries in<br />
order to find Ashley Bell.<br />
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Developer: <strong>Tropicana</strong> Development Sdn Bhd • Developer’s License No.: 11888-1/12-2015/02384(L) • Validity Period:18/12/2014 – 17/12/2015 • Advertising & Sales Permit<br />
No.:11888-1/12-2014/02384(P) • Validity Period: 18/12/2014 – 17/12/2015 • Approving Authority: Dewan Bandaraya Kuala Lumpur • Building Plan Reference Number: DBKL BP T3 OSC 2013<br />
1571 • Expected Completion Date: Nov 2018 •Land Tenure: Freehold • Land Encumbrance: Affin Bank Berhad • Total No. of Units: 353 • Type of Property: Serviced Residences • Selling Price:<br />
RM2,011,800(Min) – RM7,934,800(Max) • Built Up Area: 710sqft (Min) - 2,973sqft (Max) • Bumi Discount : 5%
MUSIC<br />
1.<br />
THIS IS ACTING<br />
SIA<br />
With frequent reports of Sia shying away from the<br />
limelight, her latest album release early this year - This<br />
Is Acting - came as quite a surprise. The album features<br />
rejected songs that were written for other artists, in which<br />
she wrote lyrics she imagined someone else would say but<br />
not something she would - hence the name of the album.<br />
Sia also released the first single from the album, ‘Alive’,<br />
late last year, which was said to be written with Adele in<br />
mind.<br />
2.<br />
DEATH OF A BACHELOR<br />
PANIC! AT THE DISCO<br />
The name of the album is actually the least intriguing fact<br />
about Panic! At the Disco’s latest record, given that lead singer<br />
Brendon Urie admits half of the album was made naked! It’s<br />
now obvious where the inspiration for the single ‘Emperor’s<br />
New Clothes’ came from. Additionally, title single ‘Death of a<br />
Bachelor’ is an electronic and jazz track inspired by the tunes<br />
of Sinatra.<br />
3.<br />
WONDERFUL CRAZY NIGHT<br />
ELTON JOHN<br />
After a hiatus of 30 years, Elton John will soon be<br />
releasing his 33rd studio album as he reunites with<br />
drummer Nigel Olsson and guitarist Davey Johnstone.<br />
Tracks released prior to the album such as ‘Wonderful<br />
Crazy Night’ and ‘Looking Up’ suggests a more upbeat<br />
and rock ‘n’ roll vibe compared to his much-celebrated<br />
ballads back in the day. The deluxe version offers two<br />
additional songs, ‘Free and Easy’ and ‘England and<br />
America’ whilst the “super deluxe” version offers four<br />
bonus tracks and a 20-page book with photographs<br />
and lyrics.<br />
4.<br />
A HEAD FULL OF DREAMS<br />
COLDPLAY<br />
It’s been a wild ride for Coldplay since 1996 as they<br />
finally came to an end with their latest and final album.<br />
Tracks that stood out the most include a piano ballad,<br />
‘Everglow’, an electro upbeat tune from ‘Birds’ and a<br />
Beyonce-assisted RnB track of ‘Hymn For the Weekend’.<br />
Coldplay successfully manages to combine a variety of<br />
different genres into one final album without sounding too<br />
scattered.<br />
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MOVIES<br />
1.<br />
STEVE JOBS<br />
Directed by Academy Award winner<br />
Danny Boyle of Slumdog Millionaire<br />
fame, this movie gives people a glimpse<br />
into Steve Jobs as a person via three ‘acts’;<br />
each based on an Apple product launch<br />
event that he headed. The screenplay<br />
by Aaron Sorkin is a mix of adaptations<br />
from Walter Isaacson’s best-selling<br />
biography “Steve Jobs” and interviews<br />
that Sorkin conducted.<br />
Release date: 28 <strong>Jan</strong>uary <strong>2016</strong><br />
Genre: Biography<br />
Cast: Michael Fassbender, Seth Rogen,<br />
Kate Winslet, Jeff Daniels<br />
2.<br />
THE REVENANT<br />
Based on an epic true story, renowned explorer<br />
Hugh Glass is left to die by his own confidant<br />
and hunting allies after being mauled by a wild<br />
bear. Motivated by his love of his family and<br />
sheer willpower, Glass struggles through the<br />
unforgiving wild and rough weather to survive.<br />
Brace yourselves, for winter is coming.<br />
3.<br />
HOW TO BE SINGLE<br />
Getting back into the dating game proves to be<br />
a challenge for Alice, a newly single and lonely<br />
girl in the Big Apple. Out comes Robin, played<br />
by Rebel Wilson, to the rescue to teach her about<br />
the perks of singlehood with a series of alcoholic<br />
nights out and one night stands. How to be Single<br />
is the ultimate single girl’s movie, particularly<br />
during the month of love, as it proves that a girl<br />
can create great memories even (just) with your<br />
girlfriends by your side.<br />
Release date: 11 <strong>Feb</strong>ruary <strong>2016</strong><br />
Genre: <strong>Come</strong>dy/Romance<br />
Cast: Dakota Johnson, Rebel Wilson, Alison Brie,<br />
Leslie Mann<br />
Release date: 28 <strong>Jan</strong>uary <strong>2016</strong><br />
Genre: Adventure/Drama<br />
Cast: Tom Hardy, Leonardo Dicaprio, Will Poulter,<br />
Domhnall Gleeson<br />
4.<br />
JOY<br />
Based on real events, Joy is at once an upbeat yet intensely<br />
emotional story of a single mother who becomes a millionaire<br />
after selling her Miracle Mop invention. Played by Oscar awardwinning<br />
actress Jennifer Lawrence, Joy has to juggle taking<br />
control of her family, enterprise, and her relationships all at the<br />
same time.<br />
Release date: 11 <strong>Feb</strong>ruary <strong>2016</strong><br />
Genre: <strong>Come</strong>dy/Drama<br />
Cast: Jennifer Lawrence, Robert De Niro, Edgar Ramirez,<br />
Bradley Cooper<br />
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THE REVENANT<br />
free movie screening<br />
A battle of man versus beast. A soul left for dead. And a<br />
shell of a man, abandoned by those he trusted, returning to<br />
claim his vengeance.<br />
Inspired by true events, THE REVENANT is a tale of survival<br />
and revenge. Hugh Glass, American fur trapper and explorer,<br />
is fuelled by a burning desire for vengeance upon the socalled<br />
‘friends’ who left him to die from a bear mauling. But<br />
first, can he survive and recover from his injuries in the wild?<br />
Be one of the first to follow Glass’s tale with TROPICANA<br />
giving away 100 tickets to a PREVIEW SCREENING of THE<br />
REVENANT, supported by 20th CENTURY FOX MALAYSIA,<br />
exclusively for TROPICANA readers!<br />
Date : 2 <strong>Feb</strong>ruary <strong>2016</strong> (Tuesday)<br />
Venue: GSC 1 Utama<br />
Time: 9:00pm<br />
Tickets redemption:<br />
◊ Email your full name, NRIC number, home address and<br />
mobile contact number to winnie.ooi@tropicanacorp.com.my<br />
before 22 <strong>Jan</strong>uary <strong>2016</strong>, subject: The Revenant<br />
◊ Each NRIC number is entitled to TWO complimentary<br />
preview passes<br />
◊ Movie passes are on a first-come, first-serve basis<br />
◊ You will be then be notified via phone for<br />
tickets collection.
THE DIARY<br />
8 – 17 <strong>Jan</strong>uary <strong>2016</strong><br />
BALLET FESTIVAL<br />
The Stars of the Moscow Ballet will recreate two beautiful<br />
ballet classics – Adam’s ‘Giselle’ and Prokofiev’s ‘Romeo &<br />
Juliet’ – as the MPO provides musical accompaniment. Ciaran<br />
McAuley and Stanislav Kochanovsky conduct.<br />
Dewan Filharmonik PETRONAS, Kuala Lumpur<br />
Tel: 03–2331 7008<br />
mpo.com.my<br />
15 – 17 <strong>Jan</strong>uary <strong>2016</strong><br />
EURASIA CUP <strong>2016</strong><br />
Captains Jeev Milkha Singh and Darren Clarke lead Team<br />
Asia and Team Europe respectively as they go head to<br />
head for a share of US$3.6 million in this second EurAsia<br />
Cup tournament.<br />
Glenmarie Golf and Country Club, Selangor<br />
Tel: 03–7803 9090<br />
www.eurasiacup.com<br />
18 <strong>Jan</strong>uary <strong>2016</strong><br />
CHICAGO LIVE IN<br />
MALAYSIA <strong>2016</strong><br />
Don’t miss out on the ultra-successful rock group’s<br />
classic hits as they perform here for the second time<br />
with tracks such as ‘You’re The Inspiration’, ‘Make Me<br />
Smile’ and ‘If You Leave Me Now’.<br />
Mega Star Arena, Kuala Lumpur<br />
Tel: 03–9101 5857<br />
www.chicagotheband.com<br />
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THE DIARY<br />
30 <strong>Jan</strong>uary <strong>2016</strong><br />
STAND UP FOR EDUCATION 2.0<br />
Show your support for education in this comedy show for<br />
a cause, featuring international stars such as Paul Ogata and<br />
Vivek Mahbubani joining local stand up comedians Harith<br />
Iskander, Rizal Van Geyzel to raise funds for education<br />
programmes by the AMMA Foundation.<br />
HGH Convention Centre, Kuala Lumpur<br />
Tel: 03–7725 8001<br />
www.facebook.com/stand4edu<br />
15 <strong>Feb</strong>ruary <strong>2016</strong><br />
DIANA KRALL<br />
With her deep enchanting vocals, Grammy-Award winning<br />
jazz vocalist and pianist Diana Krall graces Kuala Lumpur with<br />
her one-night-only showcase as part of her Wallflower World<br />
Tour with her own renditions of The Eagles’ ‘Desperado’ and<br />
Bob Dylan’s ‘Wallflower’.<br />
Dewan Filharmonik PETRONAS, Kuala Lumpur<br />
Tel: 03–2331 7008<br />
mpo.com.my<br />
26 – 28 <strong>Feb</strong>ruary <strong>2016</strong><br />
TASTE OF TIFFIN<br />
A food festival like no other, Taste of Tiffin is a series of<br />
free and ticketed events such as Chowdown – weekend food<br />
market, Brunch Sessions, and Heart of the Run – featuring<br />
a pop-up bar of mixology and crafted spirits and a culinary<br />
contest, Tiffin Throwdown.<br />
Publika Shopping Gallery, Kuala Lumpur<br />
www.facebook.com/tiffinevent<br />
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HOME & INTERIOR<br />
A PIECE OF HISTORY<br />
IN YOUR HOME<br />
WORDS AUDREY TEOH<br />
PHOTOGRAPHS LASTING IMPRESSIONS AND ISTOCKPHOTO<br />
AN ANTIQUE IS MORE THAN JUST A PIECE OF FURNITURE<br />
AS IT CAN ALSO BE A GREAT STATEMENT PIECE AND A<br />
REMINDER OF CULTURAL HISTORY.<br />
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No New Year is complete without contemplating what<br />
is past, and Chinese New Year is no different. During<br />
this time, traditions are revived and we gain a renewed<br />
interest and appreciation for antiques that bring us back<br />
to the time of our ancestors.<br />
The idea of owning a piece of one’s cultural heritage has<br />
always been popular, with the result that many retailers<br />
now offer antiques as well as reproductions, catering to a<br />
larger demand for antiques to be more affordable.<br />
Today, it’s easy to find household furniture which has been<br />
lacquered or even features a mother-of-pearl inlay, but it is<br />
often difficult to be able to tell accurately how old they are.<br />
Bearing this in mind, even when you acquire an authentic<br />
piece, it will probably have been restored or refurbished<br />
and may even include newer materials to make the<br />
antique practical, with most retailers carrying a mixed<br />
stock of originals and reproductions - the reproductions<br />
normally being favoured for their safety as it means you<br />
can have all the beauty of an antique without the fear of<br />
damaging a priceless relic.<br />
so where do you begin?<br />
To start, you should take the first step by speaking to<br />
established suppliers and asking them about the pieces<br />
they have for sale. This is so you look like you know your<br />
stuff and learn about your pieces in the process by asking<br />
questions like where the piece comes from, how old it is<br />
and whether it has been extensively refurbished, which<br />
will give you a good basis to go on. A knowledgeable<br />
supplier is a good sign, and the more you can find out<br />
about the piece, the better.<br />
There are also a few things that even an amateur<br />
antique buyer can look out for, such as the method of<br />
construction. Antique Oriental furniture has usually<br />
been put together using pegs and joints instead of nails<br />
and screws, so this should be the first thing you check<br />
yourself to ensure authenticity and serviceable condition.<br />
In addition, a refurbished piece has to be taken apart for<br />
cleaning, and it’s important that you check the piece has<br />
been reassembled properly before going to the counter.<br />
Another important marker is the irregularity or<br />
imperfections in the piece – rather than being defects,<br />
these are the result of handcrafted work using local<br />
materials and methods that were in common practice at<br />
the time and prove its authenticity. In contrast, modern<br />
furniture is more uniform, with perfectly angled edges<br />
and precision which are the hallmark of machine-made<br />
pieces; this uniformity is also due to the material used,<br />
which is sourced in bulk to be more economical.<br />
why buy antiques?<br />
After all this, you might start to wonder if it is really<br />
worth your while investing in an antique if there are so<br />
many obstacles to overcome in just buying one. However,<br />
consider what you are purchasing – a unique, handcrafted<br />
“The idea of<br />
owning a piece<br />
of one’s cultural<br />
heritage has<br />
always been<br />
popular”<br />
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piece that represents a piece of cultural history, which<br />
will stand out as a feature in your own home.<br />
In addition, antique pieces can be incredibly versatile,<br />
being made during a time where furniture often had<br />
a dual purpose. Regardless of their original function,<br />
they remain relevant when given a new purpose – try a<br />
storage trunk as a coffee table, a large cabinet to conceal<br />
a television set or stools as side tables.<br />
proper care<br />
Considering the age of an authentic antique, most pieces<br />
have survived the ravages of time because of the proper care<br />
shown to them, so it is important to maintain that care and<br />
maintenance. Here are just a few things you can do to keep<br />
your Oriental antique in good shape for the future:<br />
• Environment<br />
Humidity is important; in our tropical climate, this<br />
shouldn’t be a problem unless the item is kept in an<br />
air-conditioned room all the time. Dry air can cause<br />
wood to deteriorate by turning brittle, splitting or<br />
cracking.<br />
• Location<br />
Avoid placing antiques in direct sunlight as UV light<br />
will lead to discolouration over time, while the heat<br />
may cause the wood to warp.<br />
• Protect<br />
Ceramic or metal ornaments placed on antique pieces<br />
can easily scratch the surface; prevent this by placing<br />
a thin layer of protective material such as flannel<br />
between the surface of the antique and any object<br />
placed on it. Avoid using plastic, nylon or rubber<br />
lining as the chemical components of these materials<br />
may damage the finish.<br />
• Clean<br />
Avoid the use of chemical or abrasive cleaners as these<br />
will severely damage the finish. Instead, use only a<br />
soft, non-abrasive cloth or brush to remove dust. The<br />
cloth may be gently dampened but it’s best to avoid<br />
excess moisture, hence washing is out of the question.<br />
Any spills should be wiped up immediately.<br />
• Condition<br />
Use beeswax or furniture wax (not spray) once or twice<br />
a year to nourish and preserve the lustre of wood.<br />
With the right care, your antique piece can last for many<br />
more years to come.<br />
Ask the Expert<br />
There’s no substitute for knowledge<br />
so make sure you do some research<br />
and look for the professionals, such as<br />
Lasting Impressions<br />
(www.lasting-impressions.com.my)<br />
which has branches in Kuala Lumpur<br />
and Petaling Jaya, or take a trip to<br />
Malacca or Penang where antiques<br />
(and the experts who acquire and sell<br />
them) are plentiful.<br />
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PR<br />
OP<br />
ER<br />
T<br />
Y<br />
N E W S<br />
TROPICANA POSTS A FOURFOLD INCREASE<br />
HONOURS FROM THE EDGE PROPERTY EXCELLENCE AWARDS 2015<br />
Prestigious. Award-winning. Quality. Innovative. High capital appreciation. These are just some of the<br />
signatures of the property projects undertaken by <strong>Tropicana</strong> Corporation Berhad. The following pages<br />
showcase some novel and stunning residential and commercial developments as further testament to the<br />
organisation’s flair in this industry. <strong>Tropicana</strong> Corporation hopes to create a more compassionate and<br />
supportive community, especially within its circles of influence. As a responsible developer, <strong>Tropicana</strong><br />
Corporation continues to deliver on its responsibility to give back to society by supporting various<br />
charitable causes and participating in celebrations and community events.<br />
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<strong>Tropicana</strong> posts a<br />
FOURFOLD INCREASE<br />
WITH A NINE-MONTH TOTAL SALES SPIKE AT RM1.26 BILLION AND<br />
UNBILLED SALES AT A RECORD LEVEL OF RM3.1 BILLION, TROPICANA POSTS<br />
A FOURFOLD INCREASE IN THE THIRD QUARTER.<br />
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“<strong>Tropicana</strong> has achieved a<br />
significantly higher profit before<br />
tax of RM175.4 million for the<br />
quarter ended 30 September 2015, up<br />
334 per cent from RM40.4 million in<br />
the previous corresponding period a<br />
year ago”<br />
<strong>Tropicana</strong>’s de-gearing initiatives are bearing fruit as<br />
the financial position of the company has strengthened<br />
considerably, with net gearing at the end of September 2015<br />
registering a marked improvement to 0.28x from 0.68x<br />
as at the end of December 2014. Year-to-date, <strong>Tropicana</strong><br />
has received cash proceeds totalling RM1.07 billion<br />
arising from the strategic disposal of non-core assets and<br />
investment properties undertaken over the past year.<br />
Despite a slower property market, <strong>Tropicana</strong> delivered<br />
commendable sales performance in the first nine months<br />
of its current financial year, chalking up new sales of RM1.3<br />
billion with unbilled sales at a record of RM3.1 billion as of<br />
end-September 2015.<br />
After the third quarter review, <strong>Tropicana</strong> was proud to<br />
announce a recorded revenue of RM244.6 million or a<br />
fourfold increase on the previous quarter despite a 18.7 per<br />
cent decrease from RM300.7 million in the same period in<br />
2014.<br />
<strong>Tropicana</strong> has achieved a significantly higher profit<br />
before tax (“PBT”) of RM175.4 million for the quarter<br />
ended 30 September 2015, up 334 per cent from RM40.4<br />
million in the previous corresponding period a year ago.<br />
This resulted in the net profit attributable to shareholders<br />
jumping fivefold or 414 per cent to RM151.8 million in<br />
the quarter under review, up from RM29.5 million in<br />
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the same period last year.<br />
For the nine months ended 30 September 2015, <strong>Tropicana</strong>’s<br />
revenue increased by 10.9 per cent to RM947.8 million<br />
from RM854.9 million in 2014. For the nine-month period,<br />
Group PBT rose 43.7 per cent to RM242.4 million from<br />
RM168.7 million a year ago, while net profit attributable to<br />
shareholders was 53.2 per cent higher at RM194.2 million<br />
from RM126.8 million previously.<br />
The Group’s integrated mix township developments<br />
projects in the Central Region continue to draw healthy<br />
interest, especially for landed properties in <strong>Tropicana</strong><br />
Aman, Shah Alam, and <strong>Tropicana</strong> Heights, Kajang, where<br />
new launches in the year to date attracted good take-up<br />
rates from buyers. Overall, the Group is on track to exceed<br />
the previous financial year’s total sales of RM1.5 billion in<br />
the current year to 31 December 2015.<br />
<strong>Tropicana</strong> intends to continue its market-driven strategy<br />
for <strong>2016</strong> as it strives to unlock the value of its Klang Valley<br />
and Northern region land banks. Currently, the Group<br />
possesses a land bank of over 1,600 acres across the country<br />
with future GDV of over RM50 billion.<br />
—<br />
From top: Beautiful sunsets set the sky ablaze over the lake at <strong>Tropicana</strong> Aman; The mini park in the <strong>Tropicana</strong> Aman township<br />
is a picture of serenity; The glow of the glass-walled <strong>Tropicana</strong> Aman new Sales Gallery is reflected by night upon the lake<br />
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A proud moment: YBhg Tan Sri Dato’ Danny Tan (centre), Founder & Advisor of <strong>Tropicana</strong> receiving the award from Ho Kay Tat (right),<br />
CEO of The Edge Media Group; witnessed by Au Foong Yee (left), Managing Director of The Edge Communications<br />
HONOURS FROM THE EDGE PROPERTY EXCELLENCE AWARDS 2015<br />
Recently <strong>Tropicana</strong>’s Founder, Tan Sri Dato’ Danny Tan Chee Sing, was honoured<br />
with The Edge Malaysia Outstanding Property Entrepreneur Award 2015 at The<br />
Edge Property Excellence Awards 2015 gala dinner held recently at Mandarin<br />
Oriental, Kuala Lumpur. Presenting the award to Tan Sri Dato' Danny Tan was<br />
Ho Kay Tat (right), CEO of The Edge Media Group, highlighting <strong>Tropicana</strong>’s<br />
significant contributions to the industry.<br />
Under the leadership of Tan Sri Dato’ Danny Tan, <strong>Tropicana</strong> has grown over<br />
the last two decades into one of the leading property developers in the country.<br />
Known for his keen understanding and visionary outlook of the property market,<br />
Tan Sri has guided the Company from its pioneer development, to developing<br />
thriving integrated developments and townships nationwide.<br />
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BUILDING UNITY THROUGH SPORTS<br />
Sport is a good vehicle to promote camaraderie among<br />
people, which is why sporting events such as the recent<br />
<strong>Tropicana</strong> Futsal Frenzy and the <strong>Tropicana</strong> Badminton<br />
Tournament were well-received as they foster closer ties<br />
and better relationships between employees.<br />
The second edition of the <strong>Tropicana</strong> Futsal Frenzy<br />
tournament saw 40 staff members donning unique team<br />
kits and taking to the pitch for some friendly, adrenalinecharged<br />
rivalry through football.<br />
With badminton being one of the most popular sports<br />
in the country, it was no surprise that the Badminton<br />
Tournament saw an equally warm reception. Colleagues<br />
paired up in doubles teams to put their racquet skills to<br />
the test, hoping to smash their way through the various<br />
stages to victory.<br />
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TROPICANA WEBSITE IS ASIA PACIFIC’S BEST<br />
On 7 December, <strong>Tropicana</strong> was honoured with the 'Best<br />
Developer Website Asia Pacific' award at the prestigious<br />
International Property Awards Summit finale at London's<br />
Marriott Hotel Grosvenor Square.<br />
With over 2,000 entries from more than 110 countries<br />
received for the 2015 International Property Awards, it<br />
was truly an honour for <strong>Tropicana</strong> to compete against<br />
some of the best property professionals in the world and<br />
emerge victorious.<br />
The ceremony was the culmination of regional finals held<br />
across various continents, with the independent judging<br />
panel of 70 industry experts chaired by Lord Caithness<br />
and Lord Best, both members of the House of Lords in the<br />
UK Parliament.<br />
TROPICANA RECEIVES PRAISE AT NACRA 2015<br />
<strong>Tropicana</strong> was awarded the Certificate of Merit in<br />
recognition of the Company’s Annual Report having<br />
qualified for the finals at the National Annual Corporate<br />
Report Awards (NACRA) 2015, held at the Intercontinental<br />
Kuala Lumpur on 26 November.<br />
Present to receive the award was Thong Poh Wah,<br />
General Manager, Group Corporate Communications of<br />
<strong>Tropicana</strong>. The Certificate was presented by YB Datuk<br />
Chua Tee Yong, Deputy Minister of Finance.<br />
An organisation with the key objective of promoting<br />
excellence in corporate reporting, as well as greater<br />
transparency, and accountability by respective parties in<br />
their financial reporting, <strong>Tropicana</strong> was praised for their<br />
exemplary practice.<br />
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Top: <strong>Tropicana</strong>’s website tropicanacorp.com.my was recognised as the best Asia<br />
Pacific property website at the International Property Awards Summit 2015<br />
Bottom: Thong Poh Wah, General Manager, Group Corporate Communications of<br />
<strong>Tropicana</strong> receiving the merit from YB Datuk Chua Tee Yong, Deputy Minister of<br />
Finance; Puan Selvarany Rasiah, Chief Regulatory Officer of Bursa Malaysia Berhad<br />
and Mr Stephen Oong, Chairman of NACRA Organising Committee<br />
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Inter<br />
GROUP GOLF<br />
1 - Herman Tan (Executive Director of TGCR) with individual winner <strong>Jan</strong>nie Lai<br />
2 - Team Champion LCLY 3 - Team Captain's group photo from left Eric Lim, CW<br />
Lee, Allen Teh, A Nadaraju, Jimmy Soo, Eh Lim, Tan Joo Yeok,<br />
Arthur Ang, Allan Fong and Colin Chen<br />
1<br />
31 OCTOBER 2015<br />
TROPICANA GOLF & COUNTRY RESORT<br />
On behalf of the management of <strong>Tropicana</strong> Golf & Country Resort, we<br />
would like to thank you and your teammates for participating in the<br />
2nd Inter-group match held on 31 October 2015. We would also like<br />
to take this opportunity to thank you for the support you have given to<br />
the club over the years and hopefully the management can continue to<br />
strive to bigger and better events for the members.<br />
The management hoped all members had a great day at the event as<br />
that is the main reason the club hosts this event. But unfortunately,<br />
there can be only one winner and we would like to congratulate team<br />
LCLY on their great effort and congratulations to <strong>Jan</strong>nie Lai on her<br />
great performance on her individual score.<br />
2<br />
3<br />
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2<br />
Thai Odyssey<br />
ANNUAL DINNER<br />
8 DECEMBER 2015<br />
TROPICANA GOLF & COUNTRY RESORT<br />
3<br />
About 650 people were treated to a night of food and fun as Thai<br />
Odyssey held its 2015 annual dinner at <strong>Tropicana</strong> Golf & Country<br />
Resort to celebrate all the hard work of the employees over 11 years<br />
of success and to start off the New Year on the right foot.<br />
Participants, including honoured guests YBhg Tan Sri Dato' Danny<br />
Tan, Founder & Advisor of <strong>Tropicana</strong> Corporation Berhad as well<br />
as Ms Sirintra Chantapan, Minister of the Royal Thai Embassy,<br />
enjoyed a special opening dance that was performed by Leon Chuah,<br />
Managing Director of Thai Odyssey and Anthony Thuan, Executive<br />
Director of Thai Odyssey with a team of HQ staff.<br />
Lucky draws, Thai song performances and a 'We Are The World'<br />
video with the employees as the stars livened up the night. Many<br />
awards were distributed which recognised employees in various<br />
categories, including the first-ever Best Employee Award.<br />
The dinner served to foster good interpersonal relationships in line<br />
with the Thai Odyssey core values of Responsibility, Efficiency,<br />
Appreciation and Love.<br />
1 - Celebrating the 11 Fantastic Years of Thai Odyssey – Leon Chuah,<br />
Managing Director (second left) and Anthony Thuan (third right),<br />
Executive Director of Thai Odyssey Group 2 - The event is even merrier<br />
with the presence of the honorable guests – YBhg Tan Sri Dato’ Danny<br />
Tan (second right), Founder & Advisor of <strong>Tropicana</strong> Corporation Berhad,<br />
Puan Sri Datin Ivy Tan (right), Dato’ Tenku Idris (third right),<br />
Group Executive Chairman of Dataran Segar, Anthony Thuan (left),<br />
Executive Director and Leon Chuah (second left),<br />
Managing Director of Thai Odyssey Group 3 - Achievements and<br />
recognitions – The best outlet and top performing employees for 2015<br />
were recognised and awarded with trophies and certificates during the<br />
night through the Best Spa Ambassador Award<br />
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AN INTERVIEW WITH MS. IDORA WAN RABE’AL<br />
Love to Live<br />
FOLLOWING YOUR PASSIONS MUST BE TEMPERED WITH FINDING BALANCE IN<br />
LIFE, AS THE MANAGING DIRECTOR OF DEL SURIA, MS IDORA WAN RABE’AL,<br />
KNOWS VERY WELL. HERE, SHE TELLS US ALL ABOUT WHAT SHE’S<br />
LEARNT FROM CHASING HER DREAMS.<br />
AN INTERVIEW BY KAVITHA SEHERAN PHOTOGRAPHS BRIAN FANG/M8 STUDIO<br />
ART DIRECTION NOR HAMIMAH ABDULLAH MAKE-UP LANCÔME<br />
Even before I met Ms Idora in the flesh, I knew she was an upbeat person just from<br />
speaking to her on the phone – her enthusiasm and down-to-earth charm made her easy<br />
to talk to, and that positive energy was only amplified when I saw her in person. She<br />
radiated happiness and confidence, and her independent nature shone through in our<br />
interview. Clearly, this was a woman who is happy with where she is in life.<br />
How did you get where you are (career-wise)?<br />
I was an accounting student and then moved to design due to my love for design. I can’t say<br />
this is something I stumbled upon as I had always planned to go into this line. This is my<br />
passion – design and advertising. Since I was 23, I’ve been running my own business. I’ve<br />
only worked for people for about one and a half years.<br />
What made you switch from accounting to design?<br />
I was a Science student, and when I got an offer to do accounting, I realised it was not my cup<br />
of tea. I wanted to do something that gave me much more freedom to express myself creatively.<br />
Did you start out alone or did you have partners?<br />
I started out alone and became partners with two other guys, but since then I’ve taken<br />
over and I have been running the business on my own. It is easier when you’re the sole<br />
owner as you can make decisions on your own without getting other people’s approval<br />
and you have the freedom of deciding how you want to move forward with your business.<br />
But this is purely passion-driven, so I do what is best for the client and for my own<br />
business’ success. With design, whether it’s graphic, ambience, interior, or fashion, it is a<br />
lot of hard work. We have to work really, really hard in this line of work.<br />
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“I am very lucky<br />
because I’ve always had<br />
a really good team and<br />
they helped us get to<br />
where we are now’’<br />
So how long has it been since you first started off?<br />
I’d be telling you my age by answering this! (laughs) It’s<br />
been 18 to 19 years, so it’s been a long time, a long journey.<br />
Are you still hands-on with the design process or do<br />
you have a team working for you?<br />
I’m very much involved in the process. I do have a couple<br />
of people helping me and a key member of personnel<br />
who’s the head of design, but I still get involved. Our<br />
recent project was the World Economic Forum, where we<br />
transformed a hotel into a Malaysian pavilion to host the<br />
Prime Ministers’ meetings at Davos, Switzerland. That’s a<br />
good example of both graphic and ambience design.<br />
How’s business like in this economy?<br />
I’m sorry to say this, but not all clients pay up. So I’m quite<br />
choosy and only do work for people who truly want to<br />
engage in business with me. Some people like to window<br />
shop and I don’t like my ideas being used as part of their<br />
parade. At the end of the day, it is still a lot of work;<br />
whether it’s a small job or a big one, there are a lot of<br />
details involved. It’s not that I can’t afford to do that, but I<br />
think time is of the essence. I have two growing kids and<br />
I recently remarried, so I think I need to divide my time<br />
equally. I want to use my energy in a way that is beneficial<br />
for all parties. Throughout the years, I’ve met all kinds of<br />
clients – those who don’t pay, those who just want to steal<br />
your ideas, and those who like to window shop. So yes, I<br />
pick and choose now. (smiles)<br />
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Any advice for people who would like to launch a<br />
start-up or own small firms?<br />
What you need is perseverance – whether your company is big<br />
or small, regardless of your age, as long as you have the energy<br />
to strive and persevere, you’ll find success. So at the end of the<br />
day, whether your company is a multi-million dollar company<br />
or a start-up, if you don’t have the energy to persevere, I think<br />
you will just end up doing things halfway or even lose out. The<br />
challenges are of course always there; year after year it’s always<br />
a different ball game altogether. For instance, our economy is<br />
not doing so well now. So what do you do? You still have to<br />
strive at least to stay afloat, even if you don’t make huge profits.<br />
Sometimes you get ambitious and you want to do everything<br />
but what’s the return? It is not the right time to do better, so<br />
do it just to sustain your business. To me, if you don’t have the<br />
energy, you cannot keep going.<br />
On a lighter note, what do you do with your free<br />
time when you’re not a business woman?<br />
I play golf in <strong>Tropicana</strong>, I do yoga, and I also hit the<br />
gym. I think at this age, you need to do that. I try to<br />
play golf at least once a week. I go night golfing on<br />
either Tuesdays or Wednesdays and play golf with my<br />
husband and even with my son too.<br />
Speaking of <strong>Tropicana</strong>, any thoughts on their properties?<br />
They are very good actually! I currently reside at Villa<br />
Green which is sandwiched between two golf courses. The<br />
security is really good and as with all <strong>Tropicana</strong> properties,<br />
the purchase comes with quality fittings, not to mention<br />
the club facilities which are a sure bonus for golfers like<br />
me. I like both the areas I’ve lived in. They are secluded<br />
although you’re still within the city. You don’t feel like<br />
you’re in the city when you come home. It’s peaceful and<br />
quiet with lots of green, making it perfect location-wise.<br />
On life achievements...<br />
I hate to say this, but I’m a very independent woman.<br />
(laughs) In a small way, I’m happy to say I can do things on<br />
my own. Being a woman, I don’t depend so much on men,<br />
I do things on my own – managing the business, raising<br />
the kids, getting married, then becoming single and<br />
remarrying. But my biggest achievement is giving birth to<br />
my two kids and raising them. You can’t assume that every<br />
woman will have the opportunity to say that. It’s hard to<br />
find respectable and good people; I can’t speak too soon,<br />
but I think I’ve raised two pleasant kids. (laughs)<br />
On passion...<br />
I think the most important thing in life is being passionate<br />
about your own life – how you take care of your own life.<br />
I’m particular when it comes to life. It does not have to<br />
be regimented but you must have some kind of plan. You<br />
don’t want your life to be all about work or focused on a<br />
single thing. It’s all about balance. Even if you have a bank<br />
full of cash, with bad health you can throw it all away. If<br />
anything disturbs my serenity and sanity, I will quickly<br />
correct that. I live a very challenging life; like I said, I’ve<br />
been recently remarried; from two kids now I have seven.<br />
So, we both make sure that we have enough time for<br />
our own kids without neglecting our parents and other<br />
people in our lives. Connection between humans is just as<br />
important as taking care of your health and having passion<br />
for what you do. So I would say I’m passionate about life<br />
itself. I don’t want my life to be haphazard. Having said<br />
that, having gone through one divorce, I always look for<br />
happiness and that’s the direction I want to go in.<br />
“I always look for<br />
happiness and<br />
that’s the direction<br />
I want to go in’’<br />
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‘‘I think the most<br />
important thing in<br />
life is being passionate<br />
about your own life’’<br />
Speaking of happiness, I’ve read this saying recently<br />
along the lines of “Happiness is not a destination.<br />
People always think that they will find happiness<br />
at a new job or a new place, but unless you’re happy<br />
with who you are and where you are, you won’t find<br />
happiness.” What is your take on that?<br />
Even in golf, it’s not about the destination, it’s about how<br />
you arrive – it’s the name of the game. So yes, it is where<br />
you are today. Always ask yourself “Are you happy?”<br />
Frankly, you should be thankful. If you’re not thankful for<br />
where you are today, you will never be happy. Happiness<br />
is a state of mind. You’re right; it’s not a destination, it’s<br />
always the journey. (smiles)<br />
On New Years and starting over...<br />
Every day is a new opportunity to do better. You don’t have<br />
to wait for the New Year to do something new in your life.<br />
But every year there’s a new hope. Everyone is saying next<br />
year will be bad, the economy is going to be really bad.<br />
But if you look at it from your perspective, just because<br />
the whole world is saying it’s going to be bad, it does not<br />
mean it is going to be bad for you too. It’s just how you<br />
take it. It might seem bad worldwide, but I think in your<br />
own little world, there must be something for you. I don’t<br />
think God is that cruel to reprimand or punish all of us.<br />
So you must have that hope and my hope for <strong>2016</strong> is that<br />
things will get better for everybody. No doubt it’s going to<br />
be really, really tough, but I still have a lot of hope. I have<br />
two growing kids plus five stepkids who are going to face<br />
life, so if we don’t have hope for ourselves, what do we<br />
have for our children? No doubt business is going to be<br />
very tough, but I still have hope. (smiles)<br />
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THE VACATION<br />
Romance In Paris<br />
WORDS JUSTIN HEYES<br />
PHOTOGRAPHS ISTOCKPHOTO, LES JULES VERNE & THE PENINSULAR HOTEL<br />
AS VALENTINE’S DAY APPROACHES AND LOVE FILLS THE AIR,<br />
TREAT YOUR PARTNER TO A ROMANTIC GETAWAY IN PARIS,<br />
COMMONLY REFERRED TO AS THE ‘CITY OF LOVE’.<br />
A cultural haven filled with stunning scenery, superb cuisine and romantic settings,<br />
it is little wonder that Paris is most commonly referred to as the ‘city of love’. A<br />
trip to the capital of France is the perfect opportunity to reignite the sparks of a<br />
relationship by treating your partner to the sights and sounds of one of Europe’s<br />
most popular honeymoon destinations. To help you plan your lover’s getaway,<br />
here are some of the more amorous things to do.<br />
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w h e r e the magic happens<br />
One of the key ingredients to a romantic getaway is finding<br />
the best place to stay. The Peninsula Hotel in Paris is ideally<br />
situated in the heart of the capital, within walking distance<br />
of the Seine River and Eiffel Tower as well as the Metro<br />
station, allowing you to make the most of your trip with ease.<br />
A truly luxurious affair, the Peninsula Hotel Paris exudes<br />
elegance; a meticulously restored 19th century Haussmanian<br />
building offering 21st century conveniences with a gorgeous<br />
classic façade.<br />
With beautifully designed rooms artfully combining distinct<br />
Parisian influences with modern aesthetics, such as the iPadcontrolled<br />
room settings, this impressive hotel is guaranteed to<br />
set the mood. The Peninsula Hotel Paris also has its own luxury<br />
spa that offers a range of sensual massages and treatments for<br />
those days when you simply want to relax and pamper yourselves.<br />
Remarkably, the Peninsula Hotel Paris is also famed to be where<br />
George Gershwin penned parts of An American in Paris in 1928.<br />
Peninsula Hotel Paris is highly regarded as one of the best<br />
hotels for additional services that will make your stay there<br />
even more memorable. The hotel’s rooftop restaurant is<br />
flexible enough to accommodate last-minute reservations<br />
for a meal with a beautiful view of the Paris nightline and<br />
the glimmering Eiffel Tower. Pre-arranged pick-ups from<br />
the airport involve a luxurious trip in a Rolls-Royce and the<br />
staff spare no effort in providing you with the best service<br />
possible, coming up with solutions that include the option of<br />
a dozen red roses being ordered by room service.<br />
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p a r i s i a n classics<br />
‘When in Rome, do as the Romans do’; well in Paris, it is an<br />
absolute must to take the time to sample the Parisian lifestyle.<br />
In the mornings, head down to one of the local cafes to<br />
enjoy a hot coffee and freshly made croissants al fresco on<br />
the cobblestone streets. Plan a lunchtime picnic by visiting a<br />
boulangerie (bakers) and delicatessen for perfectly baked breads,<br />
mouth-watering meats and cheeses, as well as a good French<br />
wine; then pick a spot at one of the local parks or gardens<br />
such as the Bois de Bologne or Jardins du Trocadero to enjoy<br />
your hand-picked banquet the Parisian way.<br />
The Louvre has more to offer than just galleries though. In<br />
recent years, they have introduced a tactile gallery where<br />
some of the most iconic displays in the museum have been<br />
replicated, allowing you to get up close and personal with the<br />
works touching them and getting a better understanding of<br />
how they were made. If you time your visit well, The Louvre<br />
also offers one of the best nighttime photo opportunities in<br />
Paris, as the Pyramide de Louvre lights up the entire building<br />
as soon as the sun sets.<br />
a loving gesture<br />
While you are in the ‘city of love’, take the opportunity to<br />
surprise your partner with a gesture to signify your feelings<br />
for them. Fortunately, this doesn’t mean running around<br />
Paris to locate a gift shop as there are plenty of far more<br />
meaningful things you can do. One popular idea is to visit the<br />
Le Mur Des Je T’aime, or Wall Of ‘I Love You’s’; a stunning<br />
art piece located in a scenic part of the city where artists<br />
Fredric Baron and Claire Kito have written ‘I Love You’ in<br />
250 different languages.<br />
Alternatively, you can choose to take your loved one to<br />
the Pont Des Arts, a pedestrian bridge where couples buy<br />
a padlock, write their names on it, lock it to the bridge and<br />
throw the keys into the river in a gesture of everlasting love.<br />
Pont Des Arts has become so popular now that you may have<br />
trouble finding a spot to hook your lock onto!<br />
t a k e a romantic stroll<br />
The Museum Of Romantics is a private townhouse that hosts<br />
some of France’s most celebrated Romantics’ works, including<br />
pieces by Delacroix, Chopin and Rossini. What makes this<br />
such a popular destination for holidaying couples is the garden<br />
on the property’s grounds, which is aptly named ‘The Garden<br />
Of Hopeless Romantics’. A beautifully maintained garden,<br />
bursting with colour from the incredible array of flowers on<br />
display, the garden even has a ‘Lovers Walkway’ which leads<br />
to a quiet spot where you can enjoy freshly made lemonade by<br />
the garden’s glasshouse.<br />
a dabble into french culture<br />
Of all the museums in France, The Louvre is the one to go<br />
to. One of the world’s largest museums and an architectural<br />
masterpiece, this incredible cultural icon is on almost<br />
everyone’s checklist when visiting Paris. Home to the Mona<br />
Lisa and a large number of instantly recognisable cultural and<br />
historical artefacts, a day at The Louvre is a chance for you<br />
and your loved one to not only gain an insight into France’s<br />
rich and colourful history, but also to engage yourselves in a<br />
moment of comparison. Learn about culture and your loved<br />
one by picking out your favourite displays and pieces and<br />
making conversation - you will leave feeling more connected,<br />
having been exposed to a new side of the one that you love.<br />
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Clockwise from left — The Pont Des Arts covered in ‘love locks’; the Louvre, Pyramide de Louvre and Le Mur Des Je T’aime<br />
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m u s i c for the soul<br />
Take your partner off the beaten track for our next suggestion<br />
and treat them to a special ‘holiday date’ in the form of an<br />
evening of live music. Le Caveau des Oubliettes is a wonderful<br />
live-band pub which has famous local artists gracing its stage<br />
almost every night of the week. The highlight, however, has<br />
to be the Sunday night shows, where the pub puts on a night<br />
of raunchy blues and evocative jazz. What better way to wind<br />
down the evening than with a conversation over wine while<br />
enjoying the sensual sounds of a saxophone solo in one of the<br />
little alcoves of this French pub?<br />
d i n i n g with a view<br />
For a truly romantic dining experience, Le Jules Verne is in<br />
a league of its own. Located on the second floor of the Eiffel<br />
Tower (125 metres up in the air), impress your loved one<br />
with a breathtaking view of one of the most beautiful cities<br />
in the world. A modern and stylish restaurant with a slight<br />
mechanical theme in keeping with the style of the tower<br />
itself, the setting provides a suitably special backdrop for a<br />
perfect evening.<br />
From top to bottom — A stunning view inside Le Jules Verne; their statement<br />
entrance; a beautiful asparagus appetiser and impressively presented scallop<br />
Indulge yourselves in delicious Haute Cuisine served straight<br />
from a kitchen under the expert guidance of Alain Ducasse.<br />
The dinner menu is a sumptuous six-course experience menu<br />
complemented beautifully by exceptional wine pairings.<br />
Service here is impeccable and as the evening draws on,<br />
reminisce in comfort about your Parisian adventures and the<br />
wonderful meal you’ve just shared.<br />
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THE GAME CHANGER<br />
It’s A Date…Online<br />
TRANSFORMING THE DATING GAME<br />
WORDS KARIN CHAN<br />
PHOTOGRAPH ISTOCKPHOTO<br />
EVER SINCE THE FIRST ‘HI’ WAS SENT OVER THE INTERNET, INTERPERSONAL<br />
INTERACTION WAS TRANSFORMED FOREVER – PARTICULARLY IN THE<br />
DATING REALM. WE TAKE A LOOK AT HOW THE INTERNET HAS<br />
CHANGED THE COURTSHIP GAME, FOR BETTER OR FOR WORSE.<br />
“Conversations create the<br />
illusion of privacy as only the<br />
involved parties have access<br />
to the content, which entices<br />
people to share stories more<br />
personal than they might<br />
in person”<br />
The Internet has transformed the way we communicate<br />
and the search for romance is not immune to its ubiquitous<br />
reach. Traditionally, asking someone on a date used to be a<br />
nerve-wracking experience as it was all done in person; you<br />
had to find someone that you liked enough to ask out, then<br />
you had to find a way to introduce yourself, and finally try<br />
to get them to agree to exchange contact numbers. All that<br />
work before the actual date even begins!<br />
Then, online dating came along. Sites and applications<br />
like Match.com, eHarmony, OkCupid and Tinder greatly<br />
improved the accessibility of the dating scene by removing<br />
physical barriers and reducing social stigma behind the veil<br />
of anonymity – all you need is a computer or phone (for<br />
Tinder) and an Internet connection. Through them, people<br />
can now ‘meet’ more potential mates and achieve emotional<br />
closeness quicker than ever before.<br />
Sometimes, that translates into love.<br />
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Lots Of Fish<br />
In an increasingly fast-paced world, not everyone has the time<br />
to ‘put yourself out there’ at clubs, parties and events, sizing up<br />
every potential partner and hoping that a) they are single and<br />
b) interested. Thus, dating sites do some preliminary filtering<br />
for you by gathering all the interested individuals in one place<br />
and sorting them for you based on your listed preferences –<br />
think of them as your personal wingman/wingwoman.<br />
You create a profile, fill in basic details about yourself,<br />
upload a picture if you like (eHarmony says profiles<br />
with photos are nine times more likely to attract<br />
communication), answer any quiz or personality<br />
questions and hit upload. Now, you sit back and wait for<br />
the messages to roll in – or take a proactive approach and<br />
start browsing for matches.<br />
Where you might meet 10, 20 new people of interest if you<br />
went out every day of the week, now you can meet hundreds,<br />
possibly even thousands – without leaving the comfort of<br />
your armchair. If you live in a small town, you generally run<br />
out of dating options fairly quickly, but the possibilities are<br />
limitless on the World Wide Web.<br />
Time Is Precious<br />
When considering someone as a potential romantic interest, you<br />
want to know as much about them as you can possibly find in<br />
order to judge if you two will be a good fit for each other – else<br />
you are just wasting each other’s time. Dating sites shine some light<br />
into the unknown by allowing you to browse profiles of people<br />
that meet your basic criteria (age/location), giving you a glimpse<br />
into their mind and personality even before you meet them and<br />
answering questions you might not have thought to ask.<br />
The success of Tinder’s ‘judge a book by its cover’ premise<br />
proves that saving time and effort in the dating scene is valuable.<br />
Here, you swipe through profiles like you would flip through a<br />
catalogue; left sends them out of sight and out of mind, while<br />
right is reserved for those that you do find attractive. If they<br />
also swipe right on your profile, you are both notified of the<br />
match. Now you can strike up a conversation with confidence,<br />
because you already know of each other’s interest.<br />
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I Just Wanna Be…Close To You<br />
For those who tend to be shy and/or introverted, the<br />
anonymity of the Internet is a godsend when it comes to<br />
interpersonal interactions. They feel more secure in sharing<br />
details and stories because online conversations do not<br />
have the immediacy of face-to-face conversations, meaning<br />
that there is less pressure to think of and compose an<br />
appropriate response.<br />
In the absence of physical interaction, text (and in rare<br />
instances, voice chat) is the only avenue of interaction that<br />
you have, which means that emotional intimacy can be<br />
achieved much more quickly as you grow comfortable with<br />
each other’s online personalities. Conversations create the<br />
illusion of privacy as only the involved parties have access<br />
to the content, which entices people to share stories more<br />
personal than they might in person. In turn, this builds trust<br />
and establishes closeness more quickly.<br />
Rejected…So What?<br />
Medium aside, dating itself is still the same. You might hit it<br />
off with someone, but you may also fall flat on your face – so<br />
to speak – and be rejected. However, a simple click on the ‘X’<br />
at the top right of the conversation solves that problem, and<br />
there are hundreds of other potential matches waiting for you<br />
out there. If you are doing the rejecting, you do not need to<br />
come up with dozens of excuses to avoid saying ‘no’ – you can<br />
just ignore the conversation, and your silence will say it all.<br />
Being turned down by a stranger on the Internet hurts much<br />
less than being rejected by someone in real life, because<br />
chances are the latter has some presence in your daily life or<br />
travels in similar social circles for you to have been attracted<br />
to them, while the former is far more fleeting because you<br />
only have a surface impression of who they are and they<br />
are less likely to have an impact in your everyday business.<br />
The same is true of turning someone down – you feel less<br />
obligated to spare their feelings.<br />
While it cannot be denied tha t the emergence of the Internet<br />
and online dating sites has changed some of the ways that we<br />
approach the dating game, it will never replace ‘traditional’<br />
dating as the physical aspect of a person is just as important<br />
as their mind and personality. However, online connectivity<br />
is still a great boon to helping establish connections between<br />
people and there is certainly no harm in leveraging upon<br />
that advantage in the world of romance. Who knows what<br />
the future will bring?<br />
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Fashionably Late<br />
TO THE PARTY<br />
THE BENTAYGA MAY NOT BE CREATING<br />
A SEGMENT OF ITS OWN, BUT BENTLEY IS POSITIONING IT AS<br />
THE BEST OF THE BEST.<br />
WORDS ASWAN YAP<br />
PHOTOGRAPHS GETTY IMAGES<br />
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Top — One look at the Bentley Bentayga conveys an impression of class and power<br />
You can have any luxury SUV you like, as long as it is built<br />
on Volkswagen Group’s MLB platform. With so many<br />
companies under the umbrella that is Volkswagen Group,<br />
it’s only natural that they share platforms (or backbones, if<br />
you will) for class-specific models.<br />
"Bentley says that 80 per cent of the<br />
components in the Bentayga are<br />
unique to it"<br />
Just as Bentley is the most luxurious of these companies,<br />
the Bentayga has to be the cream of the crop – so while it<br />
shares a platform with the new Audi Q7 and the upcoming<br />
Volkswagen Touareg and Porsche Cayenne, it receives only<br />
the best components to set it apart. Bentley says that 80 per<br />
cent of the components in the Bentayga are unique to it,<br />
which reinforces the bespoke image that Bentley portrays.<br />
Getting the statistics out of the way: for the foreseeable<br />
future, the Bentayga only comes with a turbocharged<br />
6.0-litre W12 motor with a relentless 600bhp and 900Nm<br />
on tap. It will hit 100km/h from a standstill in just 4.1<br />
seconds, continuing on to a quoted top speed of 301km/h.<br />
For a 2.5-tonne car, that is some truly frightening speed with<br />
an equally frightening rate of fuel consumption. The fuel<br />
tank for the Bentayga can take up to 85 litres, quite nearly<br />
double that of your average passenger car. In a somewhat<br />
admirable attempt to improve fuel efficiency, the Bentayga<br />
can shut half of its engine down during high-speed cruising.<br />
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"Chances are there will never be two<br />
Bentaygas that are exactly alike"<br />
Put lightly, the design of the Bentayga can be somewhat<br />
polarising. The front end is as Bentley as you would expect,<br />
with blocky lines and an extremely prominent front grille.<br />
At some point around the A pillar is where things become<br />
somewhat unorthodox for this luxury manufacturer. The<br />
sharp edges begin to soften and taper towards a rearward<br />
raked roofline. The rearward half of the front wheel arches<br />
are formed to seem extremely muscular, again in heavy<br />
contrast to the conventional Bentley fascia. At the back end,<br />
there are hints of what would be a regular Bentley boot,<br />
albeit encased and adapted for the purposes of an SUV.<br />
But in true luxury SUV fashion, much of the Bentayga’s<br />
appeal is on the inside. SUVs are meant to be rugged and<br />
indestructible from a mechanical and exterior design<br />
standpoint; the only distinction between a regular SUV<br />
and a luxury model is how plush and opulent the interior<br />
is. Once again, in an effort to maintain their place at the<br />
top of the luxury market, Bentley is pushing their Mulliner<br />
coachbuilding specialist to provide that true sense of<br />
individuality for your Bentayga. There is a huge range of<br />
exterior colours, along with 15 leather colours and seven<br />
veneer options. Chances are there will never be two<br />
Bentaygas that are exactly alike.<br />
Bentley says the interior architecture is based on the Bentley<br />
wings, which provide balance and symmetry. The only<br />
immediately obvious reference to this is the leather trim<br />
piece that winds its way across the dashboard, sweeping<br />
under the centre console and back up along the way.<br />
Symmetry can be an issue when dealing with a driver’s<br />
car – and unfortunately the Bentayga is at odds with itself.<br />
Traditionally, the vast majority of Bentleys are not driven<br />
by their owners, save for the odd two-door models. With<br />
the luxury SUV market, owners are likely to either drive<br />
themselves or to employ a driver, which means that neither<br />
driver-oriented nor symmetric design will function well in<br />
every situation.<br />
In a similar sense, because of its utilitarian nature and more<br />
conventional target market, the Bentayga cannot adopt more<br />
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adical Bentley styling from models such as the Mulsanne.<br />
This in itself means that it is not as distinctly luxurious and<br />
unique as how Bentley is attempting to position it when<br />
it is tied down by consumer expectations and established<br />
standards. The individual components employed in the<br />
Bentayga’s suite of features are all top-notch from the audio<br />
to the entertainment, but this is one situation where the<br />
whole is not more than the sum of its parts. Technically<br />
excellent, but not a cohesive package.<br />
But despite this, the Bentayga has proved to be a hit with<br />
the automotive world. Since its reveal at the Frankfurt<br />
Motorshow back in September, Bentley has received<br />
enough orders for the Bentayga to stretch the waiting list<br />
into 2017. Even though production figures for the luxury<br />
SUV are between 3,000 to 4,500 units a year, these models<br />
are already snapped up by willing buyers across the world<br />
– and this is with a pricetag that is significantly higher than<br />
the established Range Rover models.<br />
Just as the X5 was for BMW and the Cayenne was for<br />
Porsche, the Bentayga represents an entirely different<br />
direction for the British-based, German-owned company.<br />
The success of the Bentayga can be attributed not just to<br />
its superiority in terms of specifications, but the equally<br />
important consumer demand for the latest and greatest<br />
thing on the market. Bentley has yet to say what other<br />
variants of the Bentayga they will begin to offer, but for the<br />
foreseeable future, they will be tied up with production of<br />
this ultra-luxury SUV.<br />
Top — Golden Bentley luxury gleams under the spotlight<br />
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From the front, the sleek lines of the sloping roof and longer<br />
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Another feature that satisfies both form and function is the<br />
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Finally, it’s the little things that matter and features like an LED<br />
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If you’re looking for a brand new car to start off the New Year in<br />
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WORDS CARLA NEWMAN<br />
PHOTOGRAPHS CUISINART GOLF RESORT & SPA<br />
ENJOY THE BEAUTIFUL GAME OF GOLF AT ITS BEST BY PLAYING A ROUND AT CUISINART GOLF RESORT<br />
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Azure waters, immaculate beaches, cottony clouds and<br />
gentle ocean breezes. And the golf: a Greg Norman links<br />
course so beautiful, it’s tempting to pass on a round just to<br />
enjoy the spectacular views. Known as a discreet destination<br />
yet still run by single owners or mom-and-pops, Anguilla<br />
offers luxury, exclusivity and a relaxed vibe all in one. A<br />
favourite for many Hollywood, sports and literary stars,<br />
anonymity is the name of the game.<br />
Despite the wealth of many guests, the $50 million Greg<br />
Norman Signature Design Championship course remains<br />
the only one on the island. It is only one of three golf resorts<br />
in the Caribbean to be selected as a ‘Great Golf Resort of<br />
the World’. Known for its dramatic elevation changes,<br />
challenging holes and unique water features, CuisinArt Golf<br />
Resort & Spa bills itself as ‘the ultimate Caribbean escape’.<br />
Although only 12 square miles long, it offers 30 beaches –<br />
on and off the resort.<br />
a special island, a special course<br />
The CuisinArt Head Golf Professional, Scott DeLong, was<br />
himself seduced by the location and the sheer size of the<br />
course. “What sets us apart is we are a full championship<br />
golf course. A lot of other courses might be very short as<br />
land on small islands is hard to come by.”<br />
Scott cautions not to be fooled by the intimidating visuals of<br />
so many bunkers – a Greg Norman hallmark. “Greg Norman<br />
likes bunkers, but a lot are situated for visual effect. His goes<br />
to the playability of the golf course. Norman wanted people<br />
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to come and enjoy themselves and come back, not just to<br />
play and check it off the bucket list.”<br />
The bunkers are more to break up the greens, he says.<br />
“There’s a lot of sand, but that ties into the natural terrain<br />
of the island itself. We have our own irrigation on the golf<br />
course, and we don’t depend on rainwater to rain our grass.”<br />
The effect, he says, is an unusually green course year-round.<br />
“The way Greg Norman designed it is to use the natural<br />
terrain with bushes and palm trees. You don’t get holes side<br />
by side - you can look across and not see the other fairway.<br />
DeLong says many golfers decide to walk the course the<br />
first day, and use the cart the next, given the long distances<br />
between the tee and the green.<br />
“A favourite for many<br />
Hollywood, sports and<br />
literary stars, anonymity is<br />
the name of the game”<br />
From left: Bright azure waters lap against white sand; rolling green hills of<br />
the Greg Norman Signature Design Championship course sweep towards<br />
the sea<br />
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“The way we are set up is so everyone can enjoy the golf<br />
course,” he says. The back championshp tee is shy of 7,100<br />
yards, whereas the shortest tee is 5,300 yards.<br />
For the casual golfer as well as women, “it is a very fair<br />
course. There is only one forced carry over on the water.”<br />
This is in contrast, he says, to many newer courses, which<br />
seem designed to “make it as hard as possible”.<br />
DeLong said Norman deliberately “moved the championship<br />
tees to the back. The mens’ tees are teeing off at an easier<br />
angle, rather than making them grind through it. He moved<br />
some of the angles you tee off from, which make it tougher<br />
as far as landing the ball and makes you hit your shots rather<br />
than just drive hard.”<br />
The effect, he says, is “a lot of the great views. In fact, 13<br />
holes have some sort of water feature – it is a very unique<br />
experience in that aspect.” As a par 72 golf course, it is<br />
accessible to all golfers and is as difficult as they want to<br />
make it.<br />
The other misconception, says DeLong, is that the Caribbean<br />
is unbearably hot. Compared to Malaysia, it’s actually more<br />
temperate given the trade winds which keep a steady stream<br />
of cooling air flowing across the greens. Most golfers tend<br />
to golf mid-morning and mid-afternoon, when the sun is<br />
not at its peak and the winds are favourable.<br />
r e s o r t<br />
With no gaudy casinos or raucous major cities, Anguilla has<br />
a laid-back, casual feel that promotes complete relaxation<br />
as well as opulence. This member of the Leading Hotels of<br />
the World provides spacious and gracious accommodation,<br />
with no room being less than 1,000 sq ft, while cooling<br />
ocean breezes pervade the resort night and day through<br />
open terraces.<br />
The resort prides itself on its five-star service from the<br />
dining room to the beach. Each guest has their own<br />
beach attendant who brings drinks and food as well as<br />
cooling towels to those who want the ultimate pampering<br />
experience.<br />
The bistro, Italian and Japanese restaurants at the resort<br />
boast one unique feature: their own hydroponic garden.<br />
For a relaxing day off, the resort offers sailing, hiking,<br />
wine tastings, cooking classes, a gym, personal training and<br />
spa facilities. For those looking for an off-the-beaten path<br />
experience, cliff jumping and horseback riding on the beach<br />
are additional options.<br />
Anguilla has been likened to how most of the Caribbean used<br />
to be 30 years ago. CuisinArt, likewise, strives to be the best<br />
of both words: modern and classic at the same time.<br />
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HEALTH<br />
8 Chinese New Year<br />
HEALTHY EATING TIPS<br />
WORDS SHEREEN KHOO PHOTOGRAPHS ISTOCKPHOTO<br />
WITH AN ABUNDANCE OF TASTY DISHES AND TEMPTING TREATS ON OFFER FOR THE<br />
FESTIVE SEASON, KEEP THESE TIPS IN MIND TO HELP YOU MAINTAIN A BALANCED DIET.<br />
Already the string of festive seasons like Christmas and<br />
New Year feasts have left your clothes tighter. Is it possible<br />
to brave the upcoming Chinese New Year house visits and<br />
eight-course reunion dinners without having to purchase<br />
a whole new wardrobe? Here are eight simple tips that will<br />
help you minimise the festive season health damage.<br />
REHYDRATE YOURSELF OFTEN<br />
When the weather is hot and humid, your risk of<br />
dehydration and heat illness increases. That is because high<br />
humidity prevents sweat from evaporation, resulting in a<br />
raised body temperature, weakness and dizziness. Drinking<br />
water regularly keeps you from being dehydrated when<br />
you do home visitations and flushes off the toxins from<br />
your vital organs. If you are producing colourless or slightly<br />
yellow urine, your fluid intake is probably adequate.<br />
DRINK LESS SWEET BEVERAGES<br />
Make a conscious decision to drink Chinese tea or<br />
plain water to quench your thirst instead of sweetened<br />
beverages. During home visits, it is common to be served<br />
carbonated or packet drinks. To reduce your sugar intake,<br />
politely request water instead. It may also be a good idea<br />
to carry a bottle of water with you wherever you go.<br />
LIMIT INTAKE OF FOODS HIGH IN SALT<br />
Eating too much salt over time is associated with high<br />
blood pressure, which can lead to heart disease or stroke.<br />
The salt we add during cooking and at the table makes up<br />
only a small amount of salt in our diets; 75 per cent comes<br />
from ready-made and processed foods, including chips and<br />
crackers, which are commonly served as snacks during<br />
Chinese New Year. Adults should eat no more than six<br />
grams of table salt a day - around one teaspoon.<br />
CHOOSE HIGH-FIBRE FOODS TO PREVENT<br />
CONSTIPATION<br />
Fibre cleanses the digestive system and helps to prevent<br />
constipation over the festive season, so serve a variety<br />
of vegetables during mealtimes. Vegetables contain a lot<br />
of vitamins and minerals needed by the body and adding<br />
veggies also adds bulk to a meal, which helps make us<br />
fuller and prevents us from overeating. To boost your fibre<br />
intake, serve fresh fruits as a better choice for dessert.<br />
LIMIT INTAKE OF COOKIES<br />
It is never a good idea to gobble 10 pineapple tarts and skip<br />
your main meals. It will leave you miserably deprived and<br />
want more in the end. Instead, have two and a light lunch.<br />
During house visitations, it may not be polite to refuse<br />
food served by the host, but you can opt for a mandarin<br />
orange instead of cookies. As most cookies average around<br />
40-60 calories per piece, keep it to five cookies a day and<br />
indulge your sweet tooth with fruits instead.<br />
SELECT LEAN PROTEIN<br />
Choose fish over red meat such as beef and pork because<br />
fish has less fat and cholesterol. When serving poultry,<br />
prepare lean meat or remove the visible fat or the skin.<br />
Limit your consumption of bak kwa, a Chinese salty-sweet<br />
dried meat product, as it is high in saturated fat and sugar.<br />
One piece of 90g pork bak kwa consists of 370 calories,<br />
which is more than one cheeseburger!<br />
EAT AND CHEW SLOWLY<br />
It’s the holiday season, so sit back, relax and take time<br />
to enjoy your meals. The quicker we eat, the less time<br />
the brain has to register that you are already full. So take<br />
your time to slowly savour your meal while avoiding<br />
over-eating.<br />
DON’T OVERSTUFF YOURSELVES<br />
The Okinawans, one of the longest living people on earth,<br />
have been practising the principle of calorie restriction<br />
where they typically do not eat until they are completely<br />
full. Make it a practice to eat up to two-thirds fullness.<br />
If your goal is not to put on weight during Chinese New<br />
Year, you should aim to eat a total of not more than 2,000<br />
calories a day for male adults and 1,500 calories a day for<br />
female adults.<br />
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Lady Lady of of the the<br />
ORIENT ORIENT<br />
The madam of the house is a strong yet seductive lady that invites<br />
you into her charming oriental abode<br />
Photographs by Felina Hung/Lenswork Studio<br />
Styling by Jayen Chow assisted by Syaza Farhana<br />
Art Direction by Nor Hamimah Abdullah Coordination by Aishah Azali<br />
Make-up by Edward Liau @ Artists At Work Hair by Ckay Liow<br />
Models Maccy/Icon Model Management, Adrian/Attitude Models<br />
Location La Maison de l’Escargot (The Snail House), Melaka<br />
ON MACCY Salvatore Ferragamo cape,<br />
turtleneck sweater, pencil skirt & heels<br />
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ON MACCY Salvatore Ferragamo<br />
turtleneck sweater & pencil skirt<br />
RIGHT: ON MACCY Diane von<br />
Furstenberg dress<br />
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ON ADRIAN Salvatore Ferragamo cardigan<br />
ON MACCY Salvatore Ferragamo peplum top,<br />
pencil skirt & cuff bracelet<br />
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ON ADRIAN Gucci sweater & shorts;<br />
Salvatore Ferragamo shoes<br />
ON MACCY Gucci dress<br />
RIGHT: ON MACCY Diane von<br />
Furstenberg wrap dress & Gucci bag<br />
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ON MACCY Salvatore Ferragamo<br />
wool coat & leather belt<br />
ON ADRIAN Salvatore Ferragamo<br />
leather jacket<br />
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STYLE WAVE<br />
by Aishah Azali<br />
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ANIMAL KINGDOM – Take a walk on the wild side with jungle-inspired prints, fur and exotic skins to elevate your wardrobe.<br />
1. Céline, Moschino 2. Emilio Pucci 3. Emilio Pucci 4. Diane von Furstenberg 5. Hérmes 6. BCBG 7. Burberry 8. Balenciaga<br />
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LUXE LEATHER – Leather goes luxurious as this durable material gets some meticulous craftsmanship in a variety of hues for our everyday wear.<br />
1. Coach 2. Ray-Ban 3. Ermenegildo Zegna 4. Jaeger-LeCoultre 5. Tods 6. Ermenegildo Zegna 7. Tiger of Sweden 8. Versace<br />
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THE Humble CHEF<br />
TO CELEBRATE THE NEW YEAR WITH LOVE AND DELICIOUS FOOD,<br />
WE SAW CHEF MICHEL IN ACTION AS HE LEAVENED THIRTY8’S<br />
VALENTINE’S MENU WITH HIS MEANING OF LOVE.<br />
WORDS AISHAH AZALI<br />
PHOTOGRAPHS SOO PHYE<br />
“You share<br />
your time, your<br />
home, your<br />
responsibilities<br />
and in this case,<br />
your delectable<br />
plate of food’’<br />
There is a saying that the fastest way to<br />
someone’s heart is through his or her<br />
stomach. Though sharing love through<br />
food should be an everyday thing, it<br />
doesn’t stop people from bringing out<br />
the big guns during that one special<br />
day of love that falls on <strong>Feb</strong>ruary 14. If<br />
you are thinking of chocolate covered<br />
strawberries and oysters, we dare<br />
you to open your mind and redefine<br />
sexy food.<br />
The man with a different take on<br />
romantic food happens to work in a<br />
kitchen in the sky. So after a speedy<br />
elevator ride up and passing soaring loft<br />
windows on the 38th floor of Grand<br />
Hyatt, I met the man holding the fort at<br />
one of KL’s best sky dining restaurants:<br />
Chef Michel Eschmann.<br />
With Chef Michel hailing from<br />
Switzerland, the land of chocolate and<br />
cheese, I was intrigued to find out that<br />
his idea of romantic food consists of<br />
raw vegetables. Unpretentious, easy<br />
and simple.<br />
What kind of love spell has Chef<br />
Michel cast upon the crudité, a French<br />
appetiser? In truth, most of the magic<br />
comes from the story behind the dish.<br />
“Because it’s for Valentine’s, we want<br />
to make it look like a garden. Like the<br />
Garden of Eden, maybe?” said Chef<br />
Michel, giving us the first taste of his<br />
witty personality.<br />
He then explains that the love comes<br />
from the sharing of the dish - which<br />
makes sense because you share your<br />
time, your home, your responsibilities<br />
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and in this case, your delectable plate of<br />
food with someone you love. From the<br />
words of Charlotte Brontë: “Happiness<br />
quite unshared can scarcely be called<br />
happiness; it has no taste.”<br />
The crudité itself was plated to look<br />
like a mini garden with raw vegetables<br />
sitting on a bowl of breadcrumb ‘earth’<br />
and scattered with edible pickled roses.<br />
At first glance, it does not scream sexy<br />
or romantic. But it does remind you of<br />
warm summer weekends and the being<br />
safe at home - because love reminds<br />
you of coming home.<br />
The simple garden platter is served<br />
with three choices of dips to cater to<br />
every palette. The Olive Mayonnaise<br />
is mixed with some earthy chopped<br />
Kalamata olives while the Chives<br />
Cream is seasoned with the best salt:<br />
the fleur de sel. But the showstopper<br />
is the Saffron Rouille, which is<br />
sprinkled with saffron and mixed with<br />
potato puree.<br />
This is coming from a chef who finds<br />
happiness in the simplest of food: cold<br />
cuts, cheese, bread and yogurt. No filet<br />
mignons or Italian truffles but plain<br />
old bread and cheese.<br />
Its simplicity reminds him of home<br />
- an admirable cooking philosophy<br />
that shows food is not just about how<br />
it tastes and how it looks, but how it<br />
makes you feel.<br />
RECIPE<br />
CRUDITÉ<br />
(2 SERVINGS)<br />
Ingredients<br />
1pc Fennel<br />
4pcs Baby carrots<br />
4pcs Sugar snap peas<br />
2pcs Small red radish<br />
3pcs Cherry tomatoes<br />
60g Celery<br />
2pcs Green asparagus<br />
40g Cauliflower<br />
15g Pea tendrils<br />
15g Edible flowers<br />
15g Pickled rose petals<br />
The method<br />
Crudité<br />
1. Clean and wash all vegetables before cutting<br />
or slicing them into your desired shape<br />
2. Fill a large bowl with pumpernickel soil to<br />
serve as the base<br />
3. Divide and attractively arrange the vegetables<br />
into the bowl to create a garden-like setting<br />
4. Garnish with pea tendrils and edible flowers<br />
5. Serve with olive mayonnaise, chives cream<br />
and saffron rouille dips<br />
6. Tip: For additional colouring, marinate the<br />
cauliflower in beetroot juice<br />
Olive Mayonnaise<br />
1. Mix homemade mayonnaise with extra virgin<br />
olive oil, mustard, egg yolk, lemon juice and<br />
chopped kalamata olives<br />
Chives Cream<br />
1. Season sour cream with fleur de sel, white<br />
pepper and freshly sliced chives<br />
Saffron Rouille<br />
1. Whisk some olive oil, egg yolk, garlic and<br />
saffron into a mayonnaise<br />
2. Add warm potato puree to the mix<br />
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TROPICANA GOLF & COUNTRY RESORT<br />
47410 Petaling Jaya, Selangor<br />
MYEONG DEONG<br />
Glass Noodles - A simple<br />
dish made for those looking<br />
for a light bite, these glass<br />
noodles are cooked with<br />
mustard greens, shredded<br />
carrots and strips of fried<br />
egg topped with sesame<br />
seeds and served with fresh<br />
lettuce on the side. The<br />
Jap Chae or stir-fried glass<br />
noodles also serve as an<br />
excellent vegetarian dish<br />
for those looking to avoid<br />
eating meat.<br />
Clubhouse - T. 03-7805 3935 - Business hours: 11.30am to 3.00pm and 5.00pm to 10.30pm<br />
Operating hours - Monday to Sunday - Lunch - 11.30am to 3.00pm<br />
- Dinner - 5.00pm to 10.00pm<br />
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TROPICANA GOLF & COUNTRY RESORT<br />
47410 Petaling Jaya, Selangor<br />
J ITALIAN<br />
RESTAURANT<br />
Sauteed Prawn and Button<br />
Mushrooms - Made for<br />
the seafood lover, this dish<br />
marries all its ingredients<br />
perfectly together. The<br />
lightly sautéed prawns are<br />
served with chewy button<br />
mushrooms and topped with<br />
shredded cheese, slices of<br />
lemon and fresh pieces of<br />
rocket salad. Once again, J<br />
Italian Restaurant manages<br />
to create a flavourful seafood<br />
dish with utmost simplicity.<br />
Tip: Make sure you’ve got a<br />
little bit of everything on your<br />
spoon to experience all the<br />
flavours together.<br />
Clubhouse - T. 03-7805 3935 - www.jojoitalianrestaurant.com<br />
Operating hours - Monday to Thursday - 11.00am to 11.00pm<br />
- Friday to Sunday - 11.00am to 1.00pm<br />
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TROPICANA GOLF & COUNTRY RESORT<br />
47410 Petaling Jaya, Selangor<br />
THE PALM<br />
COFFEE HOUSE<br />
Grilled Prawn with<br />
Hollandaise Sauce - This<br />
gravity-defying grilled prawn<br />
isn’t just for decoration.<br />
As you work your way<br />
through its skin, the fresh<br />
meat is an absolute delight<br />
complemented by the buttery<br />
taste of the Hollandaise sauce.<br />
The best meat in this dish<br />
lies in the head of the prawn<br />
where the briny flavours<br />
of the sea are most intense.<br />
According to the chef, the<br />
dish is best paired with a glass<br />
of red wine.<br />
Clubhouse - T. 03-7804 8888 (ext 306/309) - www.tropicanagolf.com<br />
Operating hours - Monday to Friday - 7.00am to 12.00am<br />
- Saturday to Sunday - 7.00am to 8.00pm<br />
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TROPICANA GOLF & COUNTRY RESORT<br />
47410 Petaling Jaya, Selangor<br />
GIN SHUI TEI<br />
Soft Shell Crab Sarada -<br />
The Soft Shell Crab Sarada<br />
is a salad dish disguised as a<br />
seafood platter that any child<br />
would happily devour. A mix<br />
of fresh cherry tomatoes,<br />
cucumbers, purple and green<br />
lettuce, topped with fish eggs<br />
to go with the crunchy soft<br />
shell crab, make the platter a<br />
well-balanced meal to follow<br />
a bread basket starter. Switch<br />
up this dish with a drizzle of<br />
mayonnaise if you’re craving<br />
a condiment to appease your<br />
tastebuds.<br />
Clubhouse - T. 03-7804 8888 - www.facebook.com /ginshuitei<br />
Operating hours - Monday to Sunday - Lunch - 12.00pm to 3.00pm<br />
- Dinner - 6.30pm to 10.30pm<br />
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SURIA KLCC<br />
50088 Kuala Lumpur<br />
SPRING GARDEN<br />
Chilled ‘Nian Gao’ With<br />
Osmanthus and Sakura<br />
- These jelly desserts are<br />
not just pretty to look at<br />
- they taste as delicious as<br />
their tempting looks. The<br />
translucent jelly encases<br />
a piece of ‘nian gao’ and a<br />
Sakura flower. All these have<br />
a different texture, with the<br />
‘nian gao’ having the thickest<br />
texture and sweetest taste.<br />
However, the Sakura flower<br />
is a pleasant surprise as it<br />
adds a slightly salty touch<br />
to the dessert. This clever<br />
arrangement and combination<br />
of different ingredients is<br />
nothing but good news for<br />
those with a sweet tooth.<br />
Lot 413, 4th floor, Suria KLCC , 50088 Kuala Lumpur<br />
T. 03-2166 9881- www.taithong.com.my<br />
Operating hours - Monday to Saturday: 11.30am to 10.30pm<br />
- Sunday and Public Holidays: 10.30am to 10.30pm<br />
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THE RECIPE<br />
An Appetisingly<br />
AUSPICIOUS DISH<br />
NO SINGLE DISH IS MORE EVOCATIVE OF CHINESE NEW YEAR’S FESTIVE<br />
SPIRIT OF TOGETHERNESS THAN THE FAMOUS ‘YEE SANG’.<br />
PHOTOGRAPHS ISTOCKPHOTO<br />
There are many legends surrounding ‘Yee Sang’, which is a raw fish dish that, these days, is synonymous with prosperity<br />
and auspiciousness on Chinese New Year. While most people choose to go to restaurants to indulge in this dish, you can<br />
actually make it in the comfort of your own home.<br />
• 5g Five-Spice Powder<br />
• 5g White Pepper Powder<br />
RECIPE<br />
HOMEMADE YEE SANG RECIPE<br />
(SERVES 10)<br />
Ingredients<br />
For the Base:<br />
• 150g Carrot (shredded)<br />
• 150g Radish (shredded)<br />
• 100g Jellyfish<br />
• 50g Pomelo Sacs<br />
• 40 Papaya Pickles<br />
• 40g Young Ginger Pickles (red)<br />
• 40g Young Ginger Pickles (white)<br />
• 40g Leek Pickles<br />
• 40g Cucumber Pickles<br />
• 30g Red Crispy Yam (shredded)<br />
• 30g Green Crispy Yam (shredded)<br />
• 20g Dried Preserved Lime (sliced)<br />
For the Toppings:<br />
• 2 pkt Deep-Fried Flour Crisps<br />
• 50g Peanut (finely ground)<br />
• 30g Sesame Seeds<br />
For the Fish:<br />
• 200g Raw Salmon (sliced)<br />
• 1 Lime<br />
For the Garnish:<br />
• 2 stalks Spring Onion (shredded)<br />
• 1 Lime Leaf (shredded)<br />
• ½ Red Chilli (shredded)<br />
For the Sauce:<br />
• 300g Plum Sauce<br />
• 50g Olive Oil<br />
Preparation Method<br />
1. Arrange all base ingredients into little mounds that sit side by side upon a<br />
large round plate with the carrot and radish in the centre.<br />
2. Scatter all the toppings over the mounds any way you like.<br />
3. Squeeze the lime over the raw salmon slices and lay them in the centre of<br />
the plate.<br />
4. Pour all the plum sauce and olive oil over all the vegetables.<br />
5. Take up your chopsticks and toss to serve.<br />
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THE DRINK<br />
Stir Up<br />
YOUR FEELINGS<br />
WITH VALENTINE'S DAY FAST APPROACHING, WHY NOT BRUSH UP ON YOUR<br />
BARTENDING SKILLS AND IMPRESS THEM WITH A DRINK THAT NOT ONLY<br />
TASTES GREAT BUT EXPRESSES YOUR FEELINGS TOO.<br />
PHOTOGRAPHS ISTOCKPHOTO<br />
Drinks have always had their role to play in the story of love, ranging from traditions such as the Chinese<br />
tea pouring to the contemporary offer to buy someone a drink at the bar. So we thought we would knock<br />
up some delicious romantic mixers for you to enjoy and serve to your special someone.<br />
Bésame (Kiss Me) Cocktail<br />
Bésame, which translates to<br />
'kiss me' in Spanish, is perfect for<br />
romantic occasions, with the ultrasmooth<br />
Agavero tequila liqueur key to<br />
setting the mood. Known in Mexico for<br />
centuries as a potent aphrodisiac, the<br />
essence of the Damiana flower is also<br />
infused into the tequila.<br />
Ingredients<br />
• 2 lime wedges<br />
• 5-6 raspberries<br />
• 1 ½ ounces Agavero<br />
• Passion fruit juice<br />
• Dash of Chambord<br />
Method<br />
Muddle limes and raspberries in a<br />
highball glass, then add the Agavero.<br />
Top off with passion fruit juice and add a<br />
splash of Chambord. Pour this mix into<br />
a cocktail shaker with ice and shake well.<br />
Strain back into the highball glass.<br />
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Floating On<br />
Cloud 9 Cocktail<br />
This blended strawberry<br />
cocktail has a creamier side<br />
than most and is another great<br />
romantic drink. Whipped cream and<br />
strawberries are the perfect flavour<br />
combination, which creates a silky<br />
texture for your loved ones to enjoy.<br />
Ingredients<br />
• 2 parts Pinnacle® Whipped®<br />
Vodka<br />
• 1 part DeKuyper Wild Strawberry<br />
Liqueur<br />
• 2 parts half & half<br />
• 1 cup ice<br />
• Crushed strawberry candy for<br />
garnish<br />
Method<br />
Blend all ingredients in a blender<br />
until smooth. Pour into a cocktail<br />
glass. Garnish rim with crushed<br />
strawberry candy.<br />
Blushing Geisha Cocktail<br />
Here is a sensuous drink with a<br />
beautiful mix of flowers that is<br />
perfect for Valentine's Day or any<br />
romantic occasion. The Blushing<br />
Geisha is light on the alcohol, but<br />
the bouquet is intoxicating. A mix of<br />
complex flavours including TY KU<br />
sake liqueur, luscious pomegranate<br />
juice, and rose nectar will have them<br />
head over heels for this drink.<br />
Ingredients<br />
• 2 ounces TyKu Liqueur<br />
• 1 ounce pomegranate juice<br />
• 2 ounces Sence rose nectar<br />
• Lime wedge for garnish<br />
Method<br />
Pour the ingredients into a mixing<br />
glass filled with ice and stir well.<br />
Strain into a stemmed glass or<br />
over ice in an old-fashioned glass.<br />
Garnish with a lime wedge.<br />
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FACILITIES AND TENANTS AT<br />
TROPICANA GOLF AND COUNTRY RESORT<br />
TROPICANA GOLF AND COUNTRY RESORT<br />
SITE LAYOUT PLAN<br />
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Buggy Track<br />
DRIVING RANGE<br />
WESTERN COURSE<br />
Practice Green<br />
Children’s<br />
Playground<br />
Landscape<br />
Lands<br />
18th Green<br />
18<br />
14<br />
Tai Thong<br />
13<br />
17<br />
33<br />
32<br />
Landscape<br />
30<br />
31<br />
Children’s<br />
Playground<br />
29<br />
21<br />
Administration<br />
Office<br />
48<br />
19<br />
20<br />
Banquet<br />
Office<br />
26<br />
22<br />
25<br />
17<br />
24 23<br />
15<br />
16<br />
Main<br />
Lobby<br />
8<br />
MAIN WIN<br />
Car Porc<br />
34<br />
35<br />
36<br />
Landscape<br />
28<br />
27<br />
Fount<br />
Poolside<br />
Cafe<br />
38<br />
37<br />
39<br />
SPORTS WING<br />
41 42<br />
43<br />
44<br />
40<br />
Carpark<br />
Lake<br />
45<br />
LEGEND<br />
Lower Ground<br />
Ground<br />
46<br />
47<br />
Carpark<br />
Level 1<br />
With a gross built-up area of over 380,000<br />
square feet (35,303 square metres), Malaysia’s<br />
largest and award-winning Clubhouse<br />
at <strong>Tropicana</strong> Golf & Country Resort is<br />
truly impressive. This is a listing of all the<br />
facilities and amenities that are built for<br />
the convenience of all <strong>Tropicana</strong> members,<br />
residents and their guests<br />
Golf / Sports Membership 03-7804 To Basement 8888 Carpark<br />
Vivian ext 208<br />
Membership Email membership1@tropicanacorp.com.my<br />
Golf Email<br />
golf@tropicanacorp.com.my<br />
Sports Department 03-7804 2087<br />
Operating Hours 9.00 am – 6.00 pm (Monday to Friday)<br />
Email<br />
gm@tropicanagolf.com<br />
Website<br />
www.tropicanagolf.com<br />
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7<br />
Practice Green<br />
Buggy Track<br />
9th Green<br />
EASTERN COURSE<br />
FOOD AND BEVERAGE<br />
Main Wing<br />
7 Golfers’ Terrace 03-7804 8888<br />
(Ext 326)<br />
15 Gin Shui Tei Japanese Restaurant 03-7886 9168<br />
36 Poolside Café 03-7804 8888<br />
(Ext 327)<br />
9 Spring Garden <strong>Tropicana</strong><br />
Chinese Restaurant 03-7880 7226<br />
11 The Palms Coffee House 03-7804 8888<br />
(Ext 306)<br />
The Palms Wing<br />
8 Royce 017-322 3668<br />
26 J Italian Restaurant 03-7805 3925/3935<br />
25 Myeung Dong Korean BBQ 016-3684500<br />
Landscape<br />
ain<br />
obby<br />
8<br />
Car Porch<br />
12<br />
IN WING<br />
11<br />
10<br />
9<br />
asd<br />
Main Kitchen<br />
6<br />
GOLF WING<br />
1<br />
2<br />
5<br />
Golf<br />
Counter<br />
4<br />
3<br />
Buggy Station<br />
1st Tee<br />
SPORTS AND RECREATION<br />
Sports Wing<br />
46 Outdoor tennis court<br />
43 2 indoor tennis courts<br />
45 4 indoor badminton courts<br />
31 12-lane computerised bowling alley<br />
33-34 2 play pools with water slides and waterfall<br />
42 3 squash courts<br />
23 Multipurpose studio<br />
38 Japanese bath and Jacuzzi<br />
3-4 Male changing rooms with<br />
360 private lockers<br />
35 Resort-style larger-than-Olympic-size<br />
swimming pool<br />
41 Sauna and steam bath<br />
24 Snooker room<br />
39 2 table tennis courts<br />
40 Well-equipped gymnasium<br />
44 1 VIP badminton hall<br />
47 1 futsal court<br />
Fountain<br />
Buggy Pick-up Area<br />
LEISURE AND ENTERTAINMENT<br />
24 Havana Lounge 017-885 4188<br />
27 Thai Odyssey Spa & Massage 03-7803 1233/<br />
03-7804 1129<br />
29 Trocadero Bowling & Café 03-7804 8888<br />
16 Gaming room<br />
37 Library<br />
22 Spine & Joint <strong>Tropicana</strong> 03-78042072<br />
Carpark<br />
Carpark<br />
FUNCTION AREAS<br />
6 Greens I<br />
10 Greens II<br />
30 Greens III<br />
32 Poolside Terrace<br />
28 Spanish Courtyard<br />
12-14 The Grand Ballroom (First floor)<br />
arpark<br />
Carpark<br />
Sales & Marketing (Banquet Function) 03-7804 8888<br />
Liza ext 141<br />
Shah ext 517<br />
Sandy ext 142<br />
Siti Fairuz ext 155<br />
Lian Yan Wai ext 162<br />
Mas Suria ext 517<br />
Email<br />
salesmarketing@tropicanacorp.com.my<br />
Toll Free 1800 88 8128<br />
Lake<br />
GOLFING FACILITIES<br />
Golf at <strong>Tropicana</strong> 03-7804 8888<br />
(Ext 211/212/200)<br />
<strong>Tropicana</strong> Driving Range 016-243 4801/<br />
012-278 3172<br />
Buggies and turf mates<br />
56-bay driving range<br />
27-hole championship golf course<br />
18-hole putting greens<br />
5 Female changing rooms<br />
with 60 private lockers<br />
AMENITIES<br />
20 Alam Convenience Store 03-7804 3095<br />
1 De Manshop Tailoring 03-7880 4063<br />
21 Eco Hair Saloon 03-7804 9316<br />
2 Pro-Shop Golf Shop 03-7804 6348<br />
17 Kain 017-200 8142<br />
18 Kindyland <strong>Tropicana</strong> 017-314 6754<br />
48 Klinik <strong>Tropicana</strong> 03-7805 5461<br />
19 The Green House Florist 03-7880 1388<br />
3-4 Prayer room<br />
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THE TREND<br />
WORDS AISHAH AZALI<br />
NATURE TRAVELS<br />
IN ICELAND<br />
Forget the beach and the<br />
nightlife because nature<br />
travels are becoming a hit.<br />
With green landscapes,<br />
quaint towns, hot springs<br />
and the stunning Northern<br />
Lights, Iceland is for<br />
the minimalistic person<br />
that enjoys raw nature.<br />
Luxury hotels like the Ion<br />
Luxury Adventure Hotel in<br />
Reykjavik welcome the high<br />
class to its green and white<br />
splendour.<br />
SET OF BLING RINGS<br />
Bring out the bling as engagement and wedding<br />
rings are now custom designed together in a set<br />
for a more streamlined aesthetic. New Zealand’s<br />
Meadowlark Jewellery gives some character to<br />
traditional rings by creating a seamless design<br />
transition between your engagement and<br />
wedding ring, making it look like they belong<br />
together - much like how you and your spouse<br />
are supposed to be.<br />
GHOST PEPPERS:<br />
THE NEW SRIRACHA<br />
The Sriracha effect came<br />
about when the Western<br />
discovered the wonders<br />
of this spicy sauce. Now,<br />
other alternatives of spicy<br />
condiments are popping<br />
up, including the hottest<br />
chilli in the world: the<br />
bhut jolokia. Commercially<br />
known as the ghost pepper,<br />
it’s 10 times hotter than a<br />
habaῆero and the culinary<br />
world is eating it up, even<br />
creating a gourmet ice<br />
cream with this spicy chilli.<br />
THE RETURN OF ADELE<br />
Our favourite songstress<br />
has returned to grace our<br />
ears with her mellifluous<br />
voice and witty attitude.<br />
Her songs of longing love<br />
and heartbreak have seen<br />
her third album, ‘25’, selling<br />
more than five million<br />
copies in the United States<br />
alone. With a hit single<br />
in ‘Hello’ and a recordbreaking<br />
album, <strong>2016</strong> looks<br />
set to be Adele’s year as she<br />
conquers the music industry<br />
once more.<br />
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