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Jan 15, 2025 | firstclasse.com.my | Patrick Loh

Exotic produce, natural resources, enormous food culture, and art are some of the things that Southeast Asian countries are known for. However, the region’s art industry didn’t quite see the light of day until six years ago, thanks to the birth of S.E.A. Focus – a project by Singapore Tyler Print Institute, better recognised as STPI – Creative Workshop & Gallery. S.E.A. Focus is a leading platform and marketplace based in Singapore, spotlighting contemporary art.

Jan 13, 2025 | firstclasse.com.my | Patrick Loh

A Place Where – popularly known as APW – is a contemporary community where artistic urbanites and creative minds meet for scrumptious dining options and occasional art bazaars. First established in 1952, APW stood for Art Printing Works and was a commercial printing factory in Ampang, catering to the production of comic books, magazines and textbooks. It relocated to Bangsar 13 years later with the new concept we see today.

Jan 9, 2025 | firstclasse.com.my | Patrick Loh

It seems like just yesterday that we were chewing on our Christmas turkey, and now it’s already time to plan our reunion dinners for Chinese New Year. Although KL has great dining options, securing a table for a big family gathering can be challenging. There’s more to reunion dinners than just sitting everyone down at the round table for delicious abalones and scallops, as getting together also means leaving the past behind and starting the year fresh.

Jan 6, 2025 | firstclasse.com.my | Patrick Loh

If there’s one thing we Malaysians are consistent at, it is hunting for new cafés and restaurants. Fortunately, the culinary world always expands with international flavours, breathtaking ambiences, and impeccable services. On The Eat List this month, we cover some new eateries that serve scrumptious eats like carbonara, sushi, omurice, and pastries in Kuala Lumpur. Add them to your list for a terrific night out this month in the big city.

Dec 11, 2024 | firstclasse.com.my | Patrick Loh

When the holiday season arrives, every shopping mall will turn into a winter wonderland. Decades ago, green – sometimes white – Christmas trees that mimic pine trees were heavily decorated with giant ornaments and sparkling stars. Today, you’ll see plastic cones and dangling cylinder lights masquerading as Christmas trees. However, Sunway Pyramid has taken the festive decorations to new heights by introducing Christmas trees made of stained glass.