7 Things to do in the Klang Valley this weekend: 6 & 7 April 2024
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Welcome back to another edition of the BURO Weekend Guide, your ultimate companion for your Saturday and Sunday plans! It’s going to be a particularly busy one for foodies in the city with Akâr, Maillard Grill, and Olivia Deli all cashing in on the weekend fun. On top of that, you can take your Raya preparations to some of the numerous festive markets happening all over town! Without further ado, let’s get cracking on the best events and activities to head to this 6 and 7 April!
1. REVEL IN MALAYSIAN AND JAPANESE FLAVOURS AT AKÂR KAPPO
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When: 4 to 7 April and 17 to 21 April 2024
Where: Ed.ju Omakase, DC Mall
Price: RM400++
For the month of April, Akâr Dining is calling Ed.ju Omakase home and hosting a series of collaborations and special menus. Its inaugural chapter is dubbed Akâr Kappo, which will see chef Aidan Low masterfully pair produce from Japan and Malaysia. Using his training in Japanese cuisine and expertise in local ingredients, Low will present an exquisite tasting menu for diners to experience a truly unique meal. Look forward to dishes such as aged tuna with mulberry sauce and claypot crab koshihikari rice.
For updates, visit Akâr’s Instagram or make your reservations here.
2. GET YOUR LAST-MINUTE FESTIVE PREP DONE AT ‘LAST KOPEK BAZAR RAYA’
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When: 5 to 7 April 2024 | 2pm to 12am
Where: REXKL
Price: Free entry
Have you left your Raya preparations to the last minute? Don’t worry, we’re sure you’re not the only one. Head on down to REXKL for your eleventh hour baju raya, accessories, and gift shopping! Its lineup consists of local clothing labels, beauty brands, and more. They include Larimar Cosmetics, Le Lunaire, Age of Crystals, Supukupu, and Sattica. There will also be local DJs present to keep the beats up throughout the weekend.
Find out more at REXKL’s Instagram.
3. CHEERS TO OLIVIA DELI TURNING TWO AT ITS BIRTHDAY BASH
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When: 7 April 2024
Where: Olivia Deli, APW Bangsar
Price: Free entry
Celebrations are in order at Olivia Deli as the beloved Mediterranean restaurant is marking its second birthday! The team will be unveiling bites from its brand-new menu at the party and making a special announcement about a new venture they’ve been working on! There will be drinks from Vianau Wines going around to celebrate the occasion as well. You’ll spot DJs Rudy LaFaber and Oddjob on the decks from 2pm to 8pm, getting the tunes flowing for the party.
Follow Olivia Deli on Instagram for updates.
4. CELEBRATE BEEF WELLINGTON DAY WITH MAILLARD GRILL
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When: 6 April 2024
Where: Maillard Grill, Republik Damansara Heights
Price: RM260 for two people
Maillard Grill is celebrating Beef Wellington Day with a special one-day-only dining experience dedicated to the quintessentially British dish. Guests will feast on the restaurant’s signature beef wellington, which is made with a juicy sher Wagyu centre cut. Each order of the dish will be complemented by two glasses of house red wine and your choice of a side. You can choose between the restaurant’s famed triple-cooked fries or mashed potatoes.
To make your reservations, click here or call +603 7622 8770.
5. EMBRACE THE WORLDS OF ART AND TECHNOLOGY AT SAMSUNG GALAXY S24 SERIES X KA.IN
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When: From now until 29 April 2024
Where: Semua House
Price: Free entry
Samsung Malaysia has transformed the city’s hottest new landmark, Semua House, into a vibrant textile wonderland. Bringing together art and technology, the arts and culture hub is now home to KA.IN, a community space that celebrates artistry, diversity, and sustainability. During this period, Samsung is taking over with Galaxy AI to showcase the technology’s powerful capabilities. Malaysian artists Dhani Illiani, Amani Azlin, and Shahrina Shahrin have created three experiential stations—Immersive Raya Dark Room, Balik Kampung photo booth, and a Raya photography exhibition—that are all powered by Samsung Galaxy AI.
Find out more on the official Semua House Instagram.
6. VISIT ILHAM GALLERY’S LATEST EXHIBITION ‘TITIK GARIS BENTUK’
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When: From now until 28 July 2024
Where: Ilham Gallery
Price: Free entry
Putting the spotlight on one of the most fundamental forms of human expression, ‘Titik Garis Bentuk’ is an ode to drawing and its role in Malaysia’s contemporary art scene. The exhibition features the works of 27 artists who use drawing as a pillar in their practice. Using different materials and techniques, the pieces span a range of mediums and styles, including life-sized charcoal figures and panoramic landscapes.
Learn more about the exhibition at Ilham Gallery’s official website.
7. CHANNEL YOUR INNER ARTIST AT STICKERRIFIC AND DRAWPLET’S SAKURA DESSERTS WATERCOLOUR WORKSHOP
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When: 6 April 2024
Where: Stickerrific, Jaya One
Price: RM220 (Workshop only) | RM265 (Workshop + Take Home Kit)
Welcome the spring season with Stickerrific and Drawplet’s cherry blossom-themed watercolour workshop! During the session, you’ll be guided through painting popular Japanese desserts and sweets in a semi-realistic style, while learning about fundamental watercolour concepts and techniques. This class is suitable for beginners and intermediate artists. No brushes? Don’t fret! You’ll be provided with a set of round brushes and a palette of watercolours to work with, which you also have the option of bringing home with you.
Sign up for the workshop here and check out the rest of Stickerrific’s April workshops here.
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