Signature Food Fest closes with recognition awards

Congratulation to all Signature Awards recipient

October was truly a month to celebrate food as food lovers indulged in even more sumptuous delights at The Signature Food Fest showcase held on 10 - 11 October 2015 at Oceanus Waterfront Mall, Concourse area. The event marked the start of a 3-week food fest from 10 – 31 October 2015 where participating restaurants, cafes and bistros offered their signature dish to be savored and voted the best in various categories.

Invited guest start to fill in the function hall

KK city is known as a laidback, friendly city and is home to a kaleidoscope of mixed races of Sabah natives, Chinese, Bruneian, Indian, Japanese, Korean and Western folk as well. This cultural mix is the result of our city’s history and community from the time it was known as Jesselton – until it became Kota Kinabalu when Malaysia was formed in 1963.

Invited guest arrive in casual and glamours 

As our city grew, so did its population. People from different backgrounds and origins who travelled to KK and fell in love with our city life here, 

Lucky draw session before the arrival of our Guest Of Honor
Special thanks to Oceanus Waterfront Mall for sponsoring all the cash shopping voucher
Lucky Draw session draw by Mr Johnson Koh (Oceanus Waterfront Mall Executive Director)

Congratulations to our lucky draw winner

Congratulations to our lucky draw winner

Congratulations to our lucky draw winner

Congratulations to our lucky draw winner

brought along their own staple foods, which can now be enjoyed by everyone.

The arrival of Yang Berhormat Datuk Seri Panglima Masidi Manjun (Minister of Tourism, Culture & Environment Sabah) Escorted by Datuk Gordon Leong (Front) , Mr Johnson Koh (Oceanus Waterfront Mall Executive Director) and Mr Geoffrey Lee (Oceanus Waterfront Mall CEO)

Therefore the kind of food featured in The Signature Food Fest 2nd edition is in fact, a showcase of the variety of delicious food now available in KK and we are proud to have been able to bring them all together in this event.

Opening Speech by Mr Alfred Allen Ginsos The organizer Chairman (Eleventh Avenue Media Marketing) 

Here our list of Signature participants:
1) AppleBurgundy Grill & Bar
2) CHUBS GRILL
3) GK Grillz Kitchen (Kepayan Point)
4) Legend Coffee Tea (Oceanus Waterfront Mall Outlet)
5) Mad Ben Café
6) Passio Coffee
7) Print Café (Karamunsing Complex Outlet)
8) Sakagura Japanese Restaurant
9) Shoney’s Dining & Bar
10) The ONE Hong Kong Cafe

Warm speech by Mr Johnson Koh (Oceanus Waterfront Mall Executive Director)

This year we also introduced the Signature Awards to appreciate all the participating restaurants.

1) Best Ambiance
2) Best Customer Service
3) Best Signature Menu
4) Best Combination Menu
5) Facebook Most Popular
6) Outstanding Chef

Speech by Yang Berhormat Datuk Seri Panglima Masidi Manjun (Minister of Tourism, Culture & Environment Sabah)

The judging mechanism is covered in 3 parts by our invited judges, votes by patrons and through social media. We were fortunate to have Datuk Gordon Leong as our Chief Judge and Mr Rory Richardson, the founder of English Tea House, as our second judge. The organizer himself Mr Alfred Allen also participated throughout the food judging process.

memento to Yang Berhomat Datuk Seri Panglima Masidi Manjun, A special engrave chopping board to Datuk seri to appreciate his presence at the Signature Awards night

Tonight we witness the healthy competition between all the participating restaurants to bring out the best of their culinary expertise. The Signature awards objectively judges every aspect of a restaurant, pointing out both the good and areas that can be improved in a constructive and helpful manner. The judging was done through personally visiting the restaurants to assess them based on set criteria and sampling the signature menus so if a restaurant gets a good value point, you know they deserved it.

Datuk Gordon Leong on behalf of The Signature Food Fest organizer presenting the memento to Datuk Seri Panglima Masidi Manjun

Yang Berhormat Datuk Seri Panglima Masidi Manjun, Minister of Tourism, Culture and Environment Sabah will present the awards to all winners.

All awards equally important and we would like to extend our heartiest congratulations to all the winners.

1) Best Ambiance (We have a tie) – Sakagura Japanese Restaurant and Shoney’s Dining & Bar.

2) Best Customer Service – Sakagura Japanese Restaurant

3) Best Signature Menu – GK Grillz Kitchen

4) Best Combination Menu – Shoney’s Dining & Bar

5) Outstanding Chef – Sakagura Japanese Restaurant

6) Facebook Most Popular –

1st Shoney’s Dining & Bar

2nd GK Grillz Kitchen

3rd The ONE Hong Kong Café

Recipient for
BEST AMBIANCE
Sakagura Japanese Restaurant & Shoney's Dining & Bar

Recipient for
BEST CUSTOMER SERVICE
Sakagura Japanese Restaurant

Recipient for
BEST SIGNATURE MENU
GK Grillz Kitchen

Recipient for
BEST COMBINATION MENU
Shoney's Dining & Bar

Recipient for
OUTSTANDING CHEF
Sakagura Japanese Restaurant

There are two new categories of award added to appreciate the efforts by all participants of The Signature Food Fest.

1) Best Value For Money – The ONE Hong Kong Café

Recipient for
New Added Categories
BEST VALUE FOR MONEY
The ONE Hong Kong Cafe

And as suggested by Datuk Seri Panglima Masidi Manjun to appreciate the restaurant with the best use of local products, the second additional category is:

1) Best Local Food Promotion – AppleBurgundy Grill & Bar

Recipient for 
New Added Categories
BEST LOCAL FOOD PROMOTION
AppleBurgundy Grill & Bar

Congratulation to all winners!

Special thanks go out to our Official Venue Sponsor Oceanus Waterfront Mall, Official Printing Sponsor The Orange Channel, and Official Magazine FAVSTYLE Magazine. The event is co-organized by KK Food Event Dot Com, supported by Sabah Tourism Board and Sri Pelancongan Sabah, and in-support of “Year of Festivals 2015” by Malaysia Tourism board.

Congratulation to all the Awards Recipient

Reporter interview Datuk Seri for current tourism update and issue

We would also like to thank the local media for their support and for highlighting this Signature awards night event. For more info you can visit www.facebook.com/SignatureFoodFest or contact mobile number 0149575738. Email kkfoodevent@gmail.com

Sakagura Japanese Restaurant receive
1) Best Ambiance Awards
2) Best Customer Service Awards
3) Outstanding Chef Awards

Shoney's Dining & Bar receive
1) Best Ambiance Awards
2) Best Combination Menu Awards
3) Facebook Most Popular (Champion)

GK Grillz Kitchen receive
1) Best Signature Menu Awards
2) Facebook Most Popular (1st Runner-Up)

The ONE Hong Kong Cafe receive
1) Best Value For Money Awards
2) Facebook Most Popular (2nd Runner-Up)

AppleBurgundy Grill & Bar receive
1) Best Local Food Promotion Awards

After function party at Sakagura Japanese Restaurant
Group photo 

Mr Alfred Allen Ginsos photo together with Yang Berhormat Datuk Seri Panglima Masidi Manjun
at Sakagura Japanese Restaurant

The Signature Food Fest 3rd Edition 2016
Open for participation on the 3rd of March 2016

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Fresh Truffles at Ferdinand's Restaurant - The Magellan Sutera

THE MAGELLAN SUTERA RESORT: Indulge in one of the great luxurious gastronomic delights of Italian cuisine, the "Fresh Truffles". Sutera Harbour Resort is bringing this seasonal luxurious food, which is also known as the diamond of the kitchen, now serving at Ferdinand's Restaurant until 30 November 2015.

Blogger / Lifestyle Event Organizer Mr Alfred Allen a.k.a AlfredAllenKK together with the outstanding chef Daniele Rossetto from Italy

This world-class culinary treasure is very famous of its taste, unique and enticing aroma that has wowed diners all over the world.

Bitokina di Vitella e Wagyu Beef in Crema di Asiago Tarttufata
Veal & Wagyu Patties on Truffle Asiago Cream Cheese and served with Deep-Fried Breaded Shitake Mushroom

Dine in with family or loved ones at Ferdinand's Restaurant where Chef Daniele Rossetto will concoct an impressive Italian menu using black truffle that is imported directly from Italy, from appetizer to soup, main course and dessert.

Sorbet or Granita

A sample menu consist of Bitokina di Vitello e Wayyu Beef in Crema di Asiago Tartufata which is Veal and Wagyu Beef Patties on Truffle Asiago Cream Cheese served with deep-fried Breaded Shitake Mushroom and followed by Sorbet or Granita to cleanse your palate before the main course. The Chitarra Cacio Pepe e Tartufo, homemade pasta with Cream, Parmesan Cheese, Pecorino Cheeese and Black Pepper Truffle Sauce is served as the main course that is topped with the flavourful truffles and ended with Mascarpone Cream with homemade Lady Finger and Espresso, the Tira Mi Su' dessert.

Chitarra Cacio Pepe e Tartufo
Homemade Pasta with Cream, Parmesan Cheese, Pecorino Cheese and Black Pepper Truffle Sauce

Enjoy the earthy and rich flavour of exquisite Italian Fresh Truffles from RM18.00nett per one (1) gm for the black Truffle and Rm68.00nett per one (1) gm for the White Truffle.

Tira Mi Su'
Mascarpone Cream with Homemade Lady Finger and Espresso

Open to the public from 06:00pm to 11:00pm daily. Come and experience these Fresh Truffles for yourself at Ferdinand's Restaurant located at Level 2, The Magellan Sutera Resort.

The captain surprise the media with creative DIY tree candy 

For more information or reservation, you can contact +6088-308431 / +6088-318 888 or email: Ferdinands@suteraharbour.com.my

Listed as one of Malaysia's best restaurants by Malaysia Tatler, Ferdinand's is a world class Italian restaurant offering the most exquisite fine-dining experience served with style, charm and attention to detail open only for that perfect night out.

http://www.suteraharbour.com/the-magellan-sutera/dining/ferdinands

Opening Hours : 6.00pm - 11.00pm
Location : Level 2, The Magellan Sutera Resort
Capacity : 88
Cuisine : Italian

Sushi Tei Sabah - Autumn Indulgence

"Established in 1947, Sushi Tei is a homegrown establishment serving authentic Japanese food in an inviting, cosmopolitan environment. We pride ourselves on using only the freshest ingredients to deliver old and exciting versions of classic dishes. in true Japanese style, our chefs treat food preparation as an art form and, by centering our restaurants around the open kitchen, we encourage all patrons to take a greater interest in their expertise. Combined with warm service and affordable pricing, we promise an experience to truly remember" by Sushi Tei 

Sushi Tei Sabah total have two branch outlet;

1) Sushi Tei - Suria Sabah Shopping Mall

2) Sushi Tei - Oceanus Waterfront Mall

Kawara Charcoal Udon / Soba
Kawara Japanese Noodles RM19.80

Also know as "Cold Noodle" in a Japanese style 

Sashimi Salad
(Raw fish & fresh vegerable)
RM19.80

Salads are readily available in most restaurants, the Japanese version must surely be among the most delightful. After all. it consists of the freshest vegetables - lettuce, carrot , celery and tomato and top with tantalizing Sushi Tei or sesame dressing , a must have with every meal!

Choice of dressing:
1) Wafuu Dressing 
2) Sesame Dressing
3) Oninons Sautee Dressing
4) Ebara Dressing

Kinoko Charcoal Soba / Udon RM20.80
Japanese noodles in clear soup

Halibut Kinoko Gomatare RM20.80
Seasoned fried flatfish and mushroom

Kaisen Tan Tan Ramen RM30.80 (Regular) / RM16.80 (Small)
assorted seafood ramen in spicy sesame soup base.

Salmon Mentaiyaki / Misomayo RM20.80
grilled salmon witth code roe or miso & Mayonnaise sauce 

Term & Conditions
Presentation of food is subject to change without prior notice. Sushi Tei member enjyoy 10% discount off the food b ill. No changes are allowed for all promotional items.

All prices are subject to 6% GST only. 10% Service Charge are waived at all Kota Kinabalu outlets.

LE MERIDIEN KOTA KINABALU UNVEILS ITALIAN RESTAURANT ‘FAVOLA’

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu is excited to unveil the city’s latest dining destination, Favola Italian Restaurant, which features authentic Italian specialties and signature service.

Calzone Pizza

Located at lobby level beyond the hotel’s Latitude 05 bar, Favola’s distinctive entrance features subtle lights along the entrance steps and solid granite walls, setting to tone for a warm, mysterious private cave-like ambience for guests. The restaurant’s inviting surrounds in rich hues of granite, warm grey, bronze and gold, dark wood tones and mirrors create an inviting feel for intimate, private dining.

Favola Salad

Favola means ‘fable’ in Italian and upon the entrance guests will note an impressive leather-bound Book of Fables. Guests are invited to pen stories of their dining experiences at Favola or read others.

Pear Crumble Tart

Modern Italian cuisine is what Favola presents with an emphasis on flavours from Tuscany. The restaurant focuses on the freshest ingredients, seafood, meats and produces.

Ravioli

The showcase is on premium rustichella pastas, the best quality steaks, freshest seafood and creative desserts. Signature homemade breads such as the Classic Ciabatta, Sundried Tomato Foccaccia, Crispy Olive Bread, and an assortment of Grissini Sticks and Lavosh served in generous portions are baked daily. The food is perfectly paired with a sophisticated collection of over 60 types of Italian and international wines.

Butternut Squash Pumpkin Risotto

Indulge in specialties like the Trio of Salmon appetiser with Norwegian salmon, black olives tapenade, capers berry, flax seed crackers and avocado ice cream; the Favola Salad with baby spinach, endive, fennel, radicchio, semi-dried cherry tomatoes, rye bread, crispy parmesan and pomegranate dressing, the well-loved Mushroom Soup with combination of Porcini and white mushrooms with truffle butter; and pastas such as the Squid Ink Tonnarelli with prawns, scallops, mussels, clams, squid and lobster toasted with olive oil, garlic, cherry tomatoes, fresh basil and dry chilies wrapped in foil and baked in the oven; or the Scallop and Leek Ravioli with garlic, tomato sauce, and basil pesto.

Favola Soup - Must Try!

Enjoy a main course of signature Black Angus or Wagyu steaks, rack of lamb; the ambitious Mixed Grill Platter, a serving of lamb chop, chicken fillet, beef tenderloin, sausages, zucchini and sautéed potatoes; or the Veal Ossobucco, a succulent dish of braised veal shank served with saffron risotto and gremolata.

Bresaola Pizza

For dessert, consider the Classic Tiramisu, or White Chocolate Strawberry Panna Cotta with red wine berry compote and capsicum confit; or the Warm Pear Crumble Tart with a serving of Haagen dazs vanilla ice cream and cinnamon sauce.

Mixed Grill Platter

Favola seats 56 guests, with a private room that offers options for small dinner parties and an al fresco balcony that caters to those who love dining outdoors. The restaurant opens from Tuesday to Sunday, from 12.00pm – 2.30pm for lunch and 6.30pm to 10.30pm for dinner.

Discover passion for Italian dining at Favola where classic flavours of regional cuisine and great stories are shared. Call +088 322 398 for reservations or visit www.lemeridienkotakinabalu.com or follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

For media enquiries, please call:-

Charlene Tan
Marketing Communications Executive

T +6088 322 296
F +6088 322 225
M +6019 822 0200
charlene.tan@lemeridien.com

Or

Jocelyn Banding
Marketing Communications Manager


T +6088 322 211
F +6088 322 225
M +6012 801 9935
jocelyn.banding@lemeridien.com

Its Here...Right Now Or Never! Asia Largest Haunted House!

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