After its abrupt closure of all four Tous les Jours branches in Malaysia in 2017, the French-Asian-inspired bakery is making its comeback.

South Korean artisanal bakery chain Tous les Jours is set to re-enter Malaysia, opening five new stores by the end of 2025. Its parent company, CJ Foodville, has signed a master franchise deal with local distributor Stream Empire Holdings.

The first store, set to open in the second quarter of 2025, will be at Sunway Pyramid Mall, while the second branch will be at Sunway Velocity Mall. According to Stream Empire Holdings’ General Manager Ho Soo Ling, “The third one is almost secured, and we are sourcing locations for the fourth and fifth, which are still under negotiation.”

CJ Foodville said that they will use the supply chain and knowledge gained from operating in Indonesia, a country requiring halal-certified catering, to boost its expansion in Malaysia and the rest of Southeast Asia.

Tous les Jours first opened in Kuala Lumpur in June 2013. After only four years, the South Korean bakery chain announced the closure of all its branches in Malaysia in 2017. Currently, Tous les Jours operates more than 500 outlets internationally, including branches in the United States, Canada, China, Singapore, Indonesia, and the Philippines.

Tous les Jours offers a selection of “French-Asian-inspired” pastries, baked goods, and beverages, originating from South Korea.

Celebrate the Year of the Snake with a feast for the senses at Four Seasons Hotel Kuala Lumpur, where tradition meets innovation across a series of curated dining experiences. From Jan. 6 to Feb. 12, 2025, the hotel invites guests to embark on a culinary journey filled with good fortune, prosperity, and unforgettable flavors.

At Yun House, Michelin-selected Chef Jimmy Wong presents five decadent Lunar New Year set menus, from RM328 to RM1288 per person.

Combining classical Cantonese recipes with bold ingredients, dishes like Five Head Abalone with Sun-Dried Oyster, and Fish Maw Dumpling with Cordyceps Flower and Black Garlic take center stage. The signature Yee Sang salad is elevated with salmon belly and ikura caviar, ensuring your prosperity toss is both festive and flavorful.

For those craving variety, head to Curate for the Flavors of Fortune Buffet. This lavish spread features everything from traditional Chinese delights like Steamed Peking Duck with Egg Roll and Fried Golden Tail Wonton, to global favorites like Indian curries, Arabic kebabs, and Italian pastas.

Lunch at Curate is priced at RM188+ per person and dinner is RM238+ per person. Don’t miss the chance to toss your way to luck with their premium Yee Sang, made fresh to order.

Looking for an elevated reunion dinner? The Lunar New Year Reunion Buffet at Curate offers a luxurious twist on beloved Chinese dishes, including Braised Wagyu Brisket with Daikon and Lobster Fried Rice & Jumbo Asparagus. This bountiful spread also features roasted duck, premium seafood, and Asian street food for a festive, family-style feast. Buffet prices range from RM268+ per person to RM238+ per person.

Cap off your celebration with the Bountiful Blossoms Afternoon Tea at The Lounge, where Executive Pastry Chef Yann Roumanille will be crafting themed sweet treats like the Red Snake and Emperor’s Treasure, paired with unique scones and culturally inspired savory bites.

Location: Four Seasons Hotel Kuala Lumpur, 145 Jalan Ampang, Kuala Lumpur 50450

For more information, visit Four Seasons on their website, or follow them on Instagram and Facebook.

Ring in the Year of the Snake with Shangri-La’s vibrant, carefully curated array of festive offerings.

From elegant hampers and refined gift sets to premium yee sang and timeless Lunar New Year delights, these selections are designed to spread joy, prosperity, and abundance to loved ones and business partners alike.

Choose from a variety of hampers tailored to suit different preferences. The Luxe Prosperity hamper (RM1,944.80) is an elegant choice for those wanting to go all out, featuring an assortment of exquisite items such as Tempus Two Shiraz Red Wine (750ml), a fish-shaped coconut Nian Gao, premium 6-head Abalone, Emperor Red Dates, Hokkaido Dried Scallops, and a selection of mushrooms and sweets. For more budget-friendly options, consider the Jade Fortune (RM1,264.80) or the Golden Dynasty (RM669.80).

Gift sets also offer a thoughtful way to celebrate the season. The Celestial Gift Set C (RM346.80) includes a healthy selection of Charcoal Coconut Kuih Bangkit, Peanut and Sesame Brittle, Shang Palace XO Sauce, and Assorted Pralines. Other variations of the Celestial Gift Set, such as Set D and Set E, are priced similarly at RM346.80.

For a touch of sweetness, the Chocolate Ingot & Chocolate Slab with Cookies (RM193.80) is a delightful choice, or the Four-Happiness Gift Set A for RM176.80, consisting of walnut cookies, dragon beard cookies, green pea cookies, and almond cookies.

Orders are open until Feb. 12, 2025, with a special 15% discount on Chinese New Year retail items available when shopping at the Shangri-La Boutique.

You can purchase your gifts now at this website, or follow Shangri-La on their Facebook and Instagram for more information.

Coffee lovers in Malaysia, get ready for some fresh brews, fresh vibes, and a “Sip, Savor, Repeat lifestyle” like no other!

Tim Hortons, Canada’s iconic coffeehouse, has just opened their first signature store at Sunway Pyramid in Kuala Lumpur. This is their fourth store in Malaysia, and the first-ever Tim Hortons Signature Store is now offering Malaysians an elevated, premium coffeehouse experience complete with delicious, freshly prepared food and specialty beverages.

What Makes the Signature Store Special

The Tim Hortons Signature Store promises to deliver an unparalleled, elevated in-store experience, combining their Canadian heritage with the warmth and hospitality that Tims is known for.

Tim Hortons offers artisanal sourdough melts, comforting pasta bakes, and their signature Timbits, everything pairing perfectly with their signature beverages.

• Signature Lattes and Iced Capps: Maple Cinnamon Latte, Maple French Vanilla, Dark Chocolate Cream Chip, Strawberry Cream (RM13.00 to RM19.00)
• Sourdough Melts: Maple Chicken Deli & Cheese, Grilled Cheese & Caramelized Onion, Pesto Chicken & Mozzarella (RM16.00 to RM19.00)
• Pasta Bakes: Classic Aglio Olio, Truffle & Smoked Chicken Carbonara, Pesto Cream Chicken & Mozzarella, Beef Ragu Bolognese (RM16 to RM19)
• Donuts and Timbits (starting from RM1.50)
• Malaysian Specials: Butterscotch Ondeh-Ondeh Iced Capp, The Tarik Tribute Iced Capp, Sambal Chicken Grilled Cheese Wrap (RM12.00 to RM15.00)

The Tim Hortons Signature Store also offers a Craft Bar, where guests can enjoy exclusive brewing methods such as the Kyoto Drip, Chemex, and V60 Pour Over made with 100% premium Arabica beans. They also feature Single Origin beans like Colombian and Mexican Light beans, making every sip unforgettable and distinctive for coffee lovers.

Tim Hortons also has their Tims Rewards Program, where members get to earn one (1) point for every RM1 spent, skip the lines and get their coffee through pre-orders and pickup, and enjoy other exclusive member privileges.

Grand Opening Promotions from Dec. 20 to 22, 2024

Tim Hortons is offering exciting promotions for their members from Dec. 20 to 22, 2024, in celebration of their newest Signature Store:

• Complimentary Latte (S) weekly for 6 months for the first 100 customers with any purchase
• 1-for-1 Large Maple Cinnamon Latte
• Exclusive Tim Hortons Keychain with a minimum spend of RM50

Tim Hortons’ menu is made of ingredients carefully sourced from Halal-certified suppliers, ensuring that no pork, lard, or alcohol are served at their establishments.

Tim Hortons Malaysia is also partnered with Mercy Malaysia through the “Tims for Good MY” Initiative, as part of the company’s mission to make a positive impact in the community. For every Kaya-Filled donut sold, 100% of the proceeds go to Mercy Malaysia.

For more updates, follow Tim Hortons Malaysia on their Instagram and TikTok pages.

Wanna know what’s the latest tea (literally)? Premium Chinese tea drink brand NAIXUE has arrived in Malaysia!

Located at The Exchange TRX in Kuala Lumpur, NAIXUE opened their very first outlet in the country last Dec. 13, bringing its wide range of freshly made, tea-based beverages and scrumptious pastries.

At the store, tea lovers can get their hands on the brand’s zero-sugar-added drinks, such as the best-sellers PRO Triple Grape Oolong Tea-0 Cane Sugar, PRO Kale Kiwi Chia Jasmine Tea-0 Cane Sugar, and PRO Triple Berry Jasmine Tea-0 Cane Sugar. There’s also their Fresh Fruit Tea series, composed of drinks like Orange Jasmine Tea and PRO Cheese Cream Triple Grape Oolong Tea, among others.

Sweet-toothed foodies can also order some of the brand’s popular desserts and baked goods, such as the Strawberry Magic Wand, Oreo Magic Wand, Cheese Cream Horns, and Matcha Cream Horns.

According to a press release by NAIXUE, the store’s menu items are also made of halal-friendly ingredients, with respect to the country’s local dietary preferences.

To celebrate the opening, the store is offering a slew of giveaways and promos for its customers, including a free limited-edition tote bag and a half-price discount for any second item. For more information on their opening deals, visit their Facebook page.

Founded in 2015, NAIXUE has become popular among tea lovers with their handmade beverages, original-leaf tea-made drinks, and European-style bread. Today, the brand has about 1,800 stores in 230 cities worldwide, including Bangkok and Singapore.

Check out what NAIXUE Malaysia has in store for you by following them on Facebook or Instagram!

Location: NAIXUE, C.11.0-C.12.0, Persiaran TRX, Tun Razak Exchange, Kuala Lumpur

This holiday season, let the twinkling city lights of Kuala Lumpur be the perfect backdrop for unforgettable festive feasts at Trace Restaurant and Bar’s "Starlit Festive Celebration."

Located on the 40th floor of Element Kuala Lumpur, the restaurant offers special buffets and an afternoon tea experience throughout December.

Festive Buffets specials include the Festive Lunch on Saturdays and Sundays, priced at RM138 nett per person, or the Festive Dinner on Fridays and Saturdays, RM168 nett per person.

These buffets feature signature grilled dishes like the delicately tender Harissa Lamb Shoulder, Chimichurri Chicken, Citrus-Marinated Fish, and Barbecue Minute Steak, alongside slow-roasted BBQ Beef Ribs, Baked Seabass, and Hyderabadi Lamb Biryani. Sweeten the meal with crepes, Mini Berry Pavlova, and more.

Elevate your Christmas by indulging in Trace Restaurant & Bar's Christmas Eve & New Year offerings, such as the Christmas Eve & New Year’s Eve Dinner for RM188 nett per person, and Christmas & New Year Lunch, priced at RM168 nett per person.

Holiday menus spotlight a Traditional Roast Turkey with Orange and Cranberry, Australian BBQ Prime Rib, fresh seafood on ice, and indulgent desserts like Yule Log Cake.

If you’re looking for a relaxed afternoon, indulge in the Twinkle Treats Afternoon Tea, perfect for a relaxed afternoon with breathtaking city views, offering seven sweets and six savory bites, including Green Tea Cheesecake, Cured Salmon Roulade, and Chunky Seafood Pie. Available daily from 1 PM to 5 PM until Jan. 1, 2025. This treat is priced at RM168 nett for two people.

Click here to make reservations. For more information, visit this website, or follow Element on Instagram and Facebook.