Hard Rock Hotel Penang

Nestled along the sun-drenched shores of Batu Ferringhi, Hard Rock Hotel Penang was the first Hard Rock property in Malaysia and remains one of the country’s most music-driven beachfront resorts. Originally designed by Eco-ID Architecture, the hotel has since seen its interiors reimagined by Archiplan Interior Design, whose renovation draws on Penang’s vibrant cultural spirit — blending bold, contemporary Hard Rock branding with rich tones, plush fabrics, and intricate batik-inspired patterns that echo the island’s Peranakan heritage. Glass railings and […]

The George Penang by The Crest Collection

Nestled within the vibrant embrace of Penang’s most celebrated district, The George Penang by The Crest Collection presents one of the island’s most photographed and stately facades — a grand Georgian-colonial masterpiece of pristine white columns, gracefully arched windows, and intricate ironwork that captures the enduring grandeur of Straits architecture. Steps from the hotel’s entrance lie the city’s most cherished landmarks, from clan jetties to vibrant street art and legendary food lanes, all within an easy and delightful stroll. Each […]

Tropicana Cenang & T Journey Hospitality Redefine Island Luxury

Langkawi, the legendary jewel of Kedah, has long enchanted travellers with its emerald hills, turquoise waters, and laid-back island charm — and now, it shines brighter than ever with the ongoing rise of Tropicana Cenang, Langkawi, a striking development that blends modern luxury with the island’s natural beauty. The air was filled with excitement and the vibrant beats of traditional lion dances as T Journey — Tropicana’s new integrated hospitality platform — was officially launched at Assana Serviced Suites. The […]

The Overthink Co Embodies Pure Ingredients With Considered Design

There’s a particular kind of relief that comes from stepping into a shower after a long day and having something in your hands that actually feels like it was made with care. That’s the quiet promise behind The Overthink Co. — a Malaysian wellness brand built on one simple idea: your daily rituals deserve honesty, kindness, and ingredients you don’t have to second-guess. No synthetic fragrances, no harsh chemicals, no unnecessary fillers — just pure essential oils doing the work, […]

Dedaun + Co: Nature, Unhurried

There’s a particular kind of quiet that comes from things grown rather than made — and that’s the territory Dedaun + Co has staked out for itself. Founded in Kuala Lumpur, the brand treats each product less as a formula and more as a small act of attention: something pressed, steeped, or blended from the earth and handed back to you with care. Nothing here is loud. Nothing needs to be. Start with Le Baume No. 105, a compact balm […]

Legendary: Malaysia, Bottled

Legendary transcends perfumery, making a statement: that the body, adorned with scent, becomes the most exquisite canvas of all. Since its inception, this Malaysian maison has crafted each fragrance as a quiet act of national pride, distilling landscapes and culture into wearable art. The collection emerges not as a mere product line, but as a series of glass‑sealed postcards — intimate tributes to heritage and place. Legendary Man opens fast and bright — grapefruit and lemon cutting through the first […]

Luvenia – Crafted in Malaysia

In a world where fragrance often shouts for attention, Luvenia — a homegrown Malaysian scent house — chooses to whisper instead. The brand was built on a simple conviction: the most powerful scents are the ones that feel like a second skin, that turn a room into a refuge, that travel with you and still feel like home. This is luxury reimagined — not loud, not flashy, but quietly, deeply personal. The story starts with White Calm, one of Luvenia’s […]

Savour BlackBookAsia Revisits Vase Creation

Self-care doesn’t need to be a production — it just needs to actually happen. That’s the working principle behind Vase Creation, a Malaysian personal care brand founded by a chemist with firsthand experience of sensitive, eczema-prone skin. Every formula is built in-house at the brand’s own GMP-certified facility in Perak, with full INCI ingredient lists on every label — no proprietary blends, no undisclosed fragrance. The result is a lineup designed less around indulgence and more around consistency: products people […]

Grand Millennium Kuala Lumpur

Strategically situated in the heart of Bukit Bintang — Kuala Lumpur’s premier shopping, dining, and commercial belt — Grand Millennium Kuala Lumpur offers unrivalled access to Pavilion Kuala Lumpur, major corporate towers, and key transit links. This prime positioning makes it equally ideal for discerning business travellers and leisure guests, placing the city’s best retail, entertainment, and business destinations within effortless reach. The hotel strikes a perfect balance between polished professional efficiency and warm Malaysian hospitality — a sophisticated base […]

Unspoken Bar at Sheraton Johor Bahru: Johor’s Premier Cocktail Destination

Located within Sheraton Johor Bahru, Unspoken Bar has swiftly earned its reputation as arguably the finest cocktail venue in the city — a sophisticated sanctuary where mixology meets quiet luxury. Sleek dark marble surfaces veined with gleaming gold, deep forest-green wall panels framed in polished brass, and warm, focused lighting create an atmosphere that feels both intimate and grand. Private, velvet-lined nooks offer seclusion for quiet conversation, making it equally perfect for post-work unwinding, polished business gatherings, or memorable evenings […]