7 Things to do in KL & PJ this weekend: 3 & 4 August 2024
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Welcome to the first weekend of August! If you’re planning to ring in the new month by keeping busy, we’ve got just the lineup for you. In this edition of the BURO Weekend Guide, we’re bringing you around KL and PJ for some foodie pop-ups, cocktail celebrations, art exhibitions, and more. From a second anniversary party at Penrose to Sunny Side Up Market at The Row, here is everything you can get up to this 3 and 4 August 2024.
1. CELEBRATE THE RETURN OF CHALET WITH ITS POP-UP AT EQ
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When: From now until 17 August 2024
Where: EQ Kuala Lumpur
A centrepiece of the local dining scene during the 1970s and 1980s, Chalet was one of the only restaurants serving European cuisine in the city. Many made reservations at this Equatorial Hotel restaurant for its famous table-side preparation and raclette. To the joy of nostalgic foodies in KL, Chalet is making a comeback at its original location, now known as EQ Kuala Lumpur. The Chalet experience will only be available during dinner with a special menu that features all of its greatest hits, including its beloved raclette Valaisanne, Crêpes Suzette, and Swiss cheese fondue.
For the full menu and reservations, click here.
2. CHEERS TO PENROSE TURNING TWO AT ITS ANNIVERSARY PARTY AND GUEST SHIFTS
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When: 3 August 2024 | 8pm until closing | Walk-ins only
Where: Penrose
Raise a toast to Penrose turning two this weekend at its anniversary party, featuring Gabriel from Bangkok’s The Pickwicks Chronicles and Edward of Honky Tonks Tavern in Hong Kong. This celebration comes not long after Penrose was named the No. 8 bar in Asia at the Asia’s 50 Best Bars 2024 ceremony. On the menu for the night are six cocktails, including a gin-based Lee’s Yuzu and the Rose Chocolate Factory, which stars aged coconut Remy 1738.
Find out more on Penrose’s Instagram.
3. GET MOVING WITH TENANG FEST AT THE GASKET ALLEY
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When: 4 August 2024 | 10am to 10pm
Where: The Gasket Alley
Price: RM65 (Adult) | RM50 (Child)
Bring some movement into your life with Tenang Fest, happening this Sunday. This wellness-centric event will bring together the power of yoga, pilates, dance, and pound into one space for a one-of-a-kind music/fitness experience. It has a packed schedule of guided classes for you to enjoy throughout the day, including Yogalates and Dance Jam. During each class, you’ll be working out while donning a pair of wireless headphones so you’ll be fully immersed in the tunes while getting your body moving.
Find more information and tickets here.
4. SUPPORT LOCAL BUSINESSES AT SUNNY SIDE UP’S MERDEKA MARKET
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When: 3 & 4 August 2024 | 12pm to 7pm
Where: The Row KL
Gather round for a day of community, culture, and crafts at Merdeka Market by the team behind sunny Side Up Market! This pet-friendly event will feature an impressive lineup of local brands for you to peruse all weekend long. You’ll find accessories, wellness products, beauty brands, home decor items, and more during your browse, so make sure to bring along a reusable bag or two! If you’re looking to get crafty, join in on the embroidery or pressed floral art workshop that will happen on Saturday and Sunday respectively.
Find the full lineup and updates here.
5. DISCOVER HONG KONG’S HIDDEN GEMS AT ITS SUNWAY PYRAMID POP-UP
When: 2 to 4 August 2024 | 10am to 10pm
Where: Sunway Pyramid
Visit the Hong Kong Hidden Gems pop-up for a taste of what the vibrant city has to offer. Coming to you straight from the Hong Kong Tourism Board, this immersive space will introduce visitors to some of the city’s attractions. Among the activities planned for the weekend, visitors will also get to engage in a first-of-its-kind AI Photo and Travel Profile Analysis. With this analysis, the software will generate a personalised list of places to visit in Hong Kong based on the user’s answers to a questionnaire. Plus, there will be special guest appearances by Jestinna Kuan, the Kuan family, and Danny throughout the weekend, so don’t miss out!
Find more information here.
6. SHOW APPRECIATION FOR CANINE BEHAVIOR AT ‘DOG DAYS’ BY PING
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When: From 2 to 20 August 2024 | 10am to 5pm (Tuesday to Sunday)
Where: Harta
Price: Free entry
Inspired by her own dog, Ampersand, emerging artist Ping has chosen to dedicate an entire exhibit to canine behaviour. Through her work, Ping explores the definition of “strangeness” through her pet’s habits. In the exhibit are both sculptures and paintings that depict Ampersand in day-to-day moments with the dog representing many things for the artist. “There is the black dog, a metaphor for depression, that I first came across in a medical pamphlet; then, the black dog—the actual, living, breathing companion, who greets me when I get home; and also, the black “dogs”, that each took me weeks and weeks to knead and shape into being, a lesson of patience,” shares Ping.
Click here for more information on the exhibit.
7. RAISE A TOAST WITH CONNOR’S ‘MAKERS OF GOOD TIMES’ PARTY AT LAGULA
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When: 3 August 2024 | 9pm onwards
Where: LaGula, Chinatown
Join in on the Connor’s x You: Makers of Good Times campaign with its Good Times Party Night at LaGula this weekend! As part of this series, Connor’s has planned a packed lineup of pop-ups and events around Malaysia for you to take part in an embrace the Connor’s lifestyle. Over the course of the celebrations, Connor’s is transforming 16 local pubs, bars, and dining spaces into dance parties and this Saturday, the party is heading to LaGula in Chinatown. To make things even sweeter, Connor’s is giving away 200 Insta360 X4 bundles from now until the end of the month! All you have to do is purchase a half pint or can of Connor’s Stout Porter for one entry or a full pint for a double entry.
Find the full lineup of Connor’s Good Times Party Night here.
BONUS: GET FIRED UP FOR TOKO ASAD AND CALLE TACO’S BARBECUE NIGHT
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When: 2 to 4 August 2024 | 5pm to 11pm
Where: Toko Asad, Nilai
While we know this collaboration isn’t happening in the Klang Valley, we think it’s worth the drive to Nilai for! The teams behind Calle Taco and Toko Asad are coming together to bring you a fiery night with special offerings just for this weekend. The menu centres around sharing plates, all of which come fresh off the grills. Highlights include grilled chicken with miso slaw and peri-peri sauce, grilled prawns with soy and tempoyak purée, as well as Nyonya-style enchiladas.
Follow Calle Taco or Toko Asad for updates.
For more BURO Weekend Guides, click here.
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