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VOLUME 18 • ISSUE 2 JUNE-AUGUST 2012 PP 8897/05/2013(032307) • MICA (P) 169/05/2012 hospitality asia ~ June-August Issue 2012 Front Cover Gatefold + Spine C M Y K SCRL_Spa_Hospitality Asia_Diecut_Right_Gatefold_MzAd_FA_W225xH280mm.pdf 1 5/18/12 11:37 AM C M Y CM MY CY CMY K EXPERIENCE WORK OF ART 4 Page Long Spread FA.pdf 1 5/28/12 2:44 PM C M Y CM the MY CY an of CMY Island Masterpiece K A lavish boutique resort crafted as an art village by a distinguished architect in south East Asia. Inspired by Legends his cultural heritage and beliefs and thus expressed by painting his profound notions of Traditional Malay These islands are richly endowed with a heritage of Architecture for the world to cherish and admire. tremendous myths and legends which dates back hundreds Indulge in highly hand-crafted as well as brilliant of years, some of the legends have some basis in truth and furnishings of time-honoured Malay Architecture at historical evidences and as a natural haven this island is the Seri Chenang Resort & Spa Langkawi. most prominent in South East Asia. Unravel these tales at Seri Chenang Resort & Spa Langkawi. Where Your Journey Begins... The latest addition to the island of legends is the luxurious Seri Chenang Sited on the western part of Langkawi Island, Seri Chenang Resort Resort and Spa Langkawi which is inspired by the long-established Malay and Spa is complemented with a 24-hour butler service, an infinity architectural heritage–laid in a setting that personifies the essences of swimming pool, a gymnasium, an art gallery and Kayangan Spa Malaysian culture, legacy and warmth. where long-held health secrets are revitalised. The Malay heritage villas, named Rumah Terengganu, Rumah Negeri Escape to this legendary island for an exceptional experience like Sembilan, Rumah Melaka, Rumah Selangor, Rumah Pahang and never before and unravel the stories untold at Seri Chenang Resort Rumah Kedah, also known as “Rumah Ibu” which represents the and Spa Langkawi. Seri Chenang Resort & Spa Langkawi Lot 1150 Pantai Chenang, Mukim Kedawang, 07000 Langkawi, Kedah Darul Aman, Malaysia Scan to discover heart of the family integrates all the main characteristics of a typical Reservation 1 300 88 SCRL | T +60 4 955 8275 | F +60 4 955 8277 our Promotional “Kampong” abode similar to those found in states around Malaysia. [email protected] | www.serichenangresort.com Room Rates publisher’s note The reviews are in and we’ve done well! This pertains to the new look Hospitality Asia which we launched the year with. The free flow layout has made for an easier read, and has given our 18-year-old grande dame of magazines a new, youthful feel. No wonder we see it tucked into LV bags in Malaysian Airlines lounges. Going Beyond Publication nnovation is the key to new Our forte is designing events to suit the life. Whilst I do not believe in image, feel and style of the occasion, as reinventing just for the sake of well as managing them! The first of our keeping up with trends, there is very own stable of events will be the Wine a very true need to revamp the way we & Gourmet Experience which you will be look at business in order to stay relevant. hearing of shortly! It is going to be a wine We’ve made our name as being Southeast pairing dinner with a difference, so keep Asia’s longest running, locally-produced your eyes peeled! magazine, and while I am proud that hotel Another event in the pipeline is owners, General Managers and chefs use Hospitality Rocks - a celebration for the us as a resource, I know also that there hospitality industry sometime in early can be many more ways in which my team 2013. This will be the first ever celebration/ and I can promote the hospitality trade. hospitality party for Southeast Asia and This is why World Asia Publishing is now we hope that this will be acknowledged officially also an awards management, as Hospitality Day - marked on our yearly event design and event management calendar just like Independence Day. company! We have been appointed the Another feather in our caps! event arm for a charming boutique With the HAPA-GAB collaboration, property in Langkawi, and are already we also see the Hospitality Asia Platinum in the process of designing a number of Awards (HAPA) model going places. This events for other interested clients. recognition platform which we created is now being seen as being one of the best modules to base a reward-recognition system of awards on. You will find out why in the cover story. I hope this will also motivate some other industry players to come forward and work with my team and I to come up with awards specifically for your brand or property. Meanwhile, our own HAPA Indonesia is also gearing up, with sizzling hot nominations and a mad rush to confirm the venue of the red-carpet gala. Until next issue, let’s connect at Jennifer Ong [email protected]. 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As Malaysia’s market leader in the beer and stout industry, and producers of the multiple award- winning Guinness, Tiger, Heineken, Anchor Smooth, Anchor Strong, Kilkenny, Anglia Shandy and Malta, GAB is committed to raising the bar (both metaphorically and physically) where the quality of their beverages, along with their presentation and their delivery methods is concerned. travel, golf & spa Travel Report 24 Perfectly Personalized – The Chateau, Berjaya Hills, Pahang, Malaysia is something Malaysia can be truly proud of. Feature 26 A Legend In The Making – Seri Chenang Resort & Spa Langkawi, Malaysia is a unique concept boutique resort which evokes the grandeur and mastercraftmanship of a bygone age of Malaysia. food & entertainment Chefs Feature 44 From Genesis To Revelation – They are the high priests of Malaysian cuisine – a disparate group of individuals from many points on the map who are calling Malaysia home for a while, working shoulder to shoulder with talented home-grown talent who themselves are deserving of a few stars.