7 Things to do in KL & PJ this weekend: 16 & 17 November 2024
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Can you believe we’re already halfway through November? With the end of the year just around the corner, we’re only going to get busier from here on out. If you’re having a hard time deciding where to spend your weekends, then it’s time for you to browse through this week’s BURO Weekend Guide. Coffee lovers should flock to the Hario x Monin Coffee Festival, whereas foodies shouldn’t miss out on the Commonly Uncommon collaboration between chefs Nic Wong and Michael Yee. Read ahead to find more exciting events happening this 16 to 17 November 2024!
1. EMBRACE THE EV LIFE WITH THE BYD SEALION 7 LAUNCH AT THE EXCHANGE 106
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When: From 15 to 17 November 2024 | 10am to 8pm
Where: Level Upper Ground, The Exchange 106
Price: Free entry, register required
The BYD lineup welcomes a new addition this weekend with the launch of the BYD Sealion 7. In celebration of its arrival, Sime Darby Motors is hosting its debut event at The Exchange 106, where you’ll have the opportunity to get to know the car firsthand with the help of BYD experts. That’s not all! You’ll also get to test drive the car, learn more about the technology behind BYD cars, and enter exciting giveaways. With its commanding stature, spacious interiors, and top tier technology, the BYD Sealion 7 is set to take KL’s streets by storm.
Register your spot here or visit BYD Cars Malaysia for more information.
2. FEED YOUR CULINARY CURIOSITY AT THE ‘COMMONLY UNCOMMON’ COLLAB
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When: From 15 to 17 November 2024
Where: Waig by Chipta 11A, APW Bangsar
Price: RM350++ per person
To witness a show of true culinary talent at the hands of young chefs, book yourself a seat at the ‘Commonly Uncommon’ collab this weekend. Starring chefs Nic Wong of Spacegrey and Michael Yee of Waig by Chipta 11A, this four-hands event will see lesser known local ingredients take centre stage. Both chefs are equipped with an undying zest for discovering underdog flavours and you’ll get to be a part of their findings. Book your seats now for a thrilling, daring, and eye-opening nine-course dining experience.
Find the full menu here and DM/WhatsApp Waig by Chipta 11A to reserve your seats.
3. GET CAFFEINATED AT THE HARIO X MONIN COFFEE FESTIVAL 2024
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When: From 15 to 17 November 2024 | 11am to 9pm
Where: Sentul Depot
If you live, breathe, and (unironically) sleep coffee, this one’s for you. The Hario x Monin Coffee Festival 2024 is happening this weekend, ready to bring together the nation’s caffeine fiends, roasters, brewers, and baristas. Prepare for three full days of cupping sessions, classes, live band performances, coffee retail, competitions, and more! There will be over 70 vendors present to keep you and your coffee dependence busy on top of interactive workshops led by industry leaders such as Chocolate Concierge, Tracia Chan, and more. Not a fan of coffee? Fear not, there are a handful of vendors and activities tailored towards your tea-leaning tastebuds on the schedule too!
Find everything you need to know here.
4. WITNESS THE ART OF TUNA CUTTING AT KAMPACHI PAVILION KL
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When: 16 November 2024 | 12pm onwards
Where: Kampachi Pavilion KL
Price: RM478+ (Maguro Kaiseki set menu)
You don’t have to travel all the way to Tokyo’s Tsukiji Market to get a glimpse of a bluefin tuna cutting with this weekend’s event at Kampachi Pavilion KL. Chefs Rai Yamashita and Yume Ikeda, two distinguished female sushi chefs, will be flying in from Japan’s Ehime prefecture to lead the ceremony with their exceptional knife skills. After the cutting, the fresh tuna fillets will be available for sale for either dine-in or takeaway. In conjunction with this event, Kampachi will also be presenting a Maguro Kaiseki set menu featuring the tuna alongside a wine pairing.
WhatsApp +6012 228 0877 to reserve your spot.
5. CHECK IN TO THE LUMI PALMS HOTEL AT MID VALLEY MEGAMALL
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When: From now until 17 November 2024
Where: East Atrium, Ground floor, Mid Valley Megamall
Hop into holiday mode with a trip to Lumi Palms Hotel this weekend. There, you can get to know the brand new Ethereal Gleam body care series, which includes shower gels and body lotions. Also at the pop-up are a custom charm making station, photo booth, daily mystery gift draws, and more. Plus, don’t leave without picking up a bundle or two of your favourite Lumi Beauty products, so you can get your hands on exclusive merchandise too!
Follow Lumi Beauty on Instagram for updates.
6. BASK IN TUNES, TIPPLES, AND TATTOOS AT ‘SIZZLE & SPIN’
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When: 16 November 2024 | 11am to 2am
Where: Bartolo Bakehouse
Price: Free entry | RM180++ per pax for bottomless burgers and sangria per DJ set
Spend your Saturday with Bartolo Bakehouse for an all-day affair with vinyls, sangria, burgers, tattoos, and more. A range of genres are on the playlist for the day, including MPB and deep house, that will go perfectly with your bites. If you’re feeling adventurous, why not get yourself a hand-poked tattoo while there too? Those looking to get their fortunes read or mind in check can also get tarot readings before letting your hair down to dance the weekend away.
Reservations are recommended. Make yours here.
7. EXPLORE THE INTRICACIES OF SONGKET WITH DR. NORWANI MD NAWAWI’S LECTURE
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When: 17 November 2024 | 2.30pm to 3.30pm
Where: Semua House KL
Price: RM10 per person
Dr. Nowani Md Nawawi, one of the leading scholars in Malay textiles, is hosting a special lecture this weekend at Semua House on the history and cultural significance of songket. During her talk, she’ll touch on the cultural impact of the fabric and the intricate craftsmanship that goes into producing it. On top of that, you’ll also learn about the movement from handmade songket to machine-made songket, a result of adapting to a modernising world. This lecture is part of the Semua House’s larger Limar and Songket series featuring John Ang.
Register here.
For more BURO Weekend Guides, click here.
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