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Surprise the father in your life with these tasteful gifts

Affordable vacations, healthy food or fancy gear, there is plenty of choices when it comes to presents

Updated 3 years ago · Published on 17 Jun 2022 12:00PM

Surprise the father in your life with these tasteful gifts
Treat yourselves and the old man to a good time.. – Pexels pic, June 17, 2022

by Haikal Fernandez

THIS Sunday is Father's Day, a day where we celebrate the dads, papas, appas, babas, and more, in all our lives, whether they are around or no longer with us. Treat yourselves and the old man to a good time.

Father’s Day at The St Regis Kuala Lumpur

For connoisseurs seeking the finest expressions in life, indulge in the ultimate celebration of Father’s Day at The St Regis Kuala Lumpur with its: 

  • Father’s Day Buffet Brunch and Macallan Harmony & Bon Bon Pairing
  • Father’s Day Macallan Flight & Cigar Aficionado Experience
  • St Regis Kuala Lumpur Macallan Staycation

1) Father’s Day Buffet Brunch and Macallan Harmony & Bon Bon Pairing

Date: June 19, 2022, Sunday

Time: 12.00pm to 3.00pm

Venue: The Brasserie - Level 2

The St Regis Kuala Lumpur’s Father’s Day Brunch Buffet treats fathers to an exquisite tasting experience of the limited edition Macallan Harmony Collection Rich Cacao, paired with Honey Ganache and Caramel Cinnamon bonbons specially handcrafted by The St Regis Kuala Lumpur to complement the flavour notes of the whisky. 

King crab and kimchi tart, salmon Wellington, Australian lamb rack. – Pic courtesy of the St Regis Kuala Lumpur 
King crab and kimchi tart, salmon Wellington, Australian lamb rack. – Pic courtesy of the St Regis Kuala Lumpur 

The pairing ritual, guided by a Macallan Ambassador, promises a rich pairing experience as fathers are whisked off to The Macallan M Room at the Astor Bar for the full sensorial journey available in three 1-hour sessions over the brunch, on a first-come-first-served basis.

Featuring an extensive array of quality ingredients and dishes, the Buffet Brunch is a feast of gastronomic indulgence to honour the man of the house with:

  • Salmon & caviar station that features four types of salmon and three types of caviar.
  • Fresh seafood station with lobster, Alaskan King Crab, tiger prawns, oysters and more.
  • Carving station with Black Angus & foie gras beef wellington, Australian lamb rack and salmon wellington.
  • Seasonal wild mushroom, parmesan & truffle risotto cooked in a whole parmesan wheel.
  • Snacks, Asian roasts, Western and local dishes, cheese and desserts.

2) Father’s Day Macallan Flight & Cigar Aficionado Experience

Date: June 19, Sunday

Time : 5pm to 7pm

Venue: The Macallan M Room at Astor Bar – Level 2

Home to The Macallan M Room, the Astor Bar is the perfect gentleman's hideout this Father’s Day for the ultimate pairing experience. 

For connoisseurs seeking the finest expressions in life, fathers are celebrated in the gilded rooms of the Astor Bar with a Macallan Double Cask Range whisky flight (consisting of The Macallan Double Cask 12 Years Old, 15 Years Old and 18 Years Old) paired with a Roberto P. Duran cigar, and will be guided by Macallan and Trinidad Cigar Ambassadors. 

Fathers also receive a Real Hermanos cigar to take home at the end of the experience.

Price per adult: RM388 nett per person

3) St Regis Kuala Lumpur Macallan Staycation

A luxurious overnight stay in the unparalleled comfort of the Caroline Astor Suite is one of the options available. – Pic courtesy of the St Regis Kuala Lumpur 
A luxurious overnight stay in the unparalleled comfort of the Caroline Astor Suite is one of the options available. – Pic courtesy of the St Regis Kuala Lumpur 

Date: June 18-19, Saturday & Sunday

The St Regis Kuala Lumpur Macallan Staycation offers a sensorial journey into the extraordinary legacy, artistry and craftsmanship of The St Regis Kuala Lumpur and the world’s most sought-after single malt Scotch whisky.

The St Regis Kuala Lumpur Macallan Staycation for 2 persons includes :

  • A luxurious overnight stay in the unparalleled comfort of the Caroline Astor Suite (138 sq m)
  • An immersive cinematic experience at The St Regis Kuala Lumpur’s exclusive Screening Room
  • The Macallan x Astor Bar Double Cask Range Flight Experience at the Astor Bar’s Macallan M Room
  • 3-course dinner paired with The Macallan whiskies at The Brasserie 
  • Father’s Day Cocktail Kit 
  • Daily breakfast buffet

Rate starting from RM3,880 + 6% SST

Start your holiday plans at Pavilion KL and Intermark Mall with travel essentials

With travel back on the cards again, school holidays and summer vacations around the corner, plan your getaways and jet-aways with a little help from Pavilion KL and Intermark Mall! 

Whether you are heading off for some Vitamin Sea, culture-vulturing or cosmopolitan lounging, here’s a curation of packing must-haves for the holiday season.

Keep calm and carry on… your bag

Bao Bao Issey Miyake’s Cart Tote Bag is perfect for housing all your travel essentials. – Pic courtesy of Pavilion KL
Bao Bao Issey Miyake’s Cart Tote Bag is perfect for housing all your travel essentials. – Pic courtesy of Pavilion KL

Store all your travel essentials and important travel documents in an easily accessible tote! Issey Miyake’s iconic Bao Bao Cart Tote Bag not only offers plenty of space for your carry-on needs, it also adds a cargo of cool to your vacation look. With adjustable straps, the bag transforms from a hand-held to a shoulder bag, making it an incredibly versatile and functional bag for your holiday.

Location: Bao Bao Issey Miyake, Level 3, Pavilion KL 

Rolling in style

Pack up your holiday essentials in stylish Briggs & Riley luggage. – Pic courtesy of Pavilion KL
Pack up your holiday essentials in stylish Briggs & Riley luggage. – Pic courtesy of Pavilion KL

After two years of lockdowns, now is the perfect time to upgrade your old luggage. The Planet Traveller has a variety of options, from cabin-approved carry-ons to larger, family-appropriate bags. With many first-to-market premium brands like Briggs & Riley, Pacsafe and Stratic, this travel speciality store can help you find your perfect luggage. 

Plus, the Pavilion KL outlet also houses Asia’s first Victorinox shop-in-shop concept, where shoppers may browse through the brand’s extensive range of travel gear and Swiss Army Knives.

Location: The Planet Traveller, Level 6, Pavilion KL 

Walk in comfort (and style)

Keep your feet happy with comfortable Regetta Canoe sandals and WA Store flats. – Pic courtesy of Pavilion KL
Keep your feet happy with comfortable Regetta Canoe sandals and WA Store flats. – Pic courtesy of Pavilion KL

Show off your perfect pedicures with Regetta Canoe, a modernised Japanese traditional footwear brand with sturdy, durable, and comfortable shoes that are perfect for everyday wear. Feather-light, cushiony soft, great arch support, uniquely fashionable – what else could you ask for in a pair (or two) of shoes? 

Show your support for Malaysian businesses with locally made footwear at WA Store. Check out their range of classy, comfortable, and contemporary footwear for both men and women for you to style during your vacation!

Location: Regetta Canoe, Level 6, Pavilion KL & WA Shoe, 1st Floor, Intermark Mall

Beach sea-sun!

The future is bright: Sunglasses are a must-have accessory for your summer adventures. – Pic courtesy of Pavilion KL
The future is bright: Sunglasses are a must-have accessory for your summer adventures. – Pic courtesy of Pavilion KL

Complete your vacation look with iconic Ray-Ban shades. With a variety of classic shapes, including the Aviator, Wayfarer and Clubmaster, you will be sure to find sunglasses that match your style and personality. The Ray-Ban store in Pavilion KL also provides a holistic shopping experience with a personalised shopper and even an eye test! Book your appointment here.

Location: Ray-Ban, Level 4, Pavilion KL

Gaias Home

For a dad who works hard, give him the best sleep experience with these crisp, comfy sheets.

Entrepreneur and experienced tailor, Lee Jia Wei, while attempting to create bedsheets comfortable and cosy for Malaysians, discovered how pricey some comfortable and quality fabrics could be. Those fabrics, when turned into quality and comfortable bedsheets, could cost customers up to RM2,000. 

Commitment to great sleep. – Pic courtesy of Gaias
Commitment to great sleep. – Pic courtesy of Gaias

To promote his brand, Jia Wei offers a 100-day free trial for customers to experience GAIAS Homes bedsheets. This commitment-free access to comfortable bedsheets reflected Jia Wei’s commitment to ensuring that Malaysians could get great sleep, especially when stress levels among the Malaysian public increased exponentially over the last two years.

Check out their website for their Mid Year Sale

iQiyi brings exciting titles on iQiyi for your watchlist this Father’s Day

With Father’s Day just around the corner, Malaysians are thinking of the perfect gift for the most dependable man in their lives. However, the greatest gift of all is really just spending quality time with your dad. iQiyi has got you covered this Father’s Day with a selection of exciting titles you can watch with your dad this June. With a line-up expanding across various genres, there’s something for every dad!

Below is a list of fabulous titles you can watch on iQiyi this Father’s Day and bond with your dad:

Korean Content

My Lovely Angel 

– Pic courtesy of iQiyi
– Pic courtesy of iQiyi

A life-changing story of Jae-Shik (Jin-goo) who lived as a loner for his entire life. When his colleague dies, he pretends to be the father of her only daughter Eun-hye (Jung Seo-yeon), who has a hearing-visual disability, to take all her money. They change each other’s lives as they find a way to communicate and in the process, Jae-shik tries to overcome his own mysophobia. 

Kingmaker

– Pic courtesy of iQiyi
– Pic courtesy of iQiyi

Kim Woon-bum (Sol Kyung-gu) is a politician for the opposition party who dreams of becoming president. Seo Chang-dae (Lee Sun-kyun) is an excellent campaign strategist who only cares about winning. He joins Kim Woon-bum’s election campaign staff and supports him. Finally Kim Woon-bum is elected as a presidential nominee but during a fierce presidential election, an explosion occurs at his home and Seo Chang-dae is suspected of being the culprit. 

58th Baeksang Arts Awards winners of Best Film Director (Byun Sung-hyun), Best Leading Actor in Films (Sol Kyung-gu) and Best Supporting Actor in Film (Jo Woon-jin).

Jinxed at First

– Pic courtesy of iQiyi
– Pic courtesy of iQiyi

Starring Na In-woo and Girls’ Generation’s Seohyun, Jinxed at First is an exciting fantasy love story centering around Gong Soo-gwang, an unlucky man who everyone avoids. He had a bright future in the past but everything changed when he met Lee Seul Bi, who has a special ability to see the near future of the person she touches. They meet again after seven years and work together to rid the curse. 

Chinese dramas

Ordinary Greatness (iQiyi Global Exclusive)

– Pic courtesy of iQiyi
– Pic courtesy of iQiyi

Starring Zang Ruo Yun, Bai Lu and Wang Jin Chun, Ordinary Greatness is an inspiring story of four young policemen who had just joined the force. The story centres around how the four adapted to the reality of being in the force vs their imaginations. Join them on their journey to become full-fledged qualified people’s police as they overcome numerous challenges that made them doubt themselves and pushed them to almost giving up their dream. 

A Love Never Lost (iQiyi Global Exclusive)

– Pic courtesy of iQiyi
– Pic courtesy of iQiyi

An iQiyi global exclusive drama, it stars Li Xian and Jessie Li. Aristocratic youth Liang Xiang, revolutionary Yang Kai Zhi and Beiyang Wuyou Guardian Li Renjun become the first batch of progressive youths who went to Japan to study at a non-commissioned officer’s school. They meet revolutionary exiles Yu Tian Bai and Qiu Hong on a cruise ship. The five formed a friendship and fought together to overthrow the old order to revitalise China. 

Mr DIY has deals for the home improvement focused

For the fathers who like to get their hands dirty, Mr DIY is offering some promotions on their website (add link: https://www.mrdiy.com.my/default/more/promotion/father-s-day-sale). With a minimum spend of RM50, customers will get a W-4 Anti Rust Spray, which can be redeemed from June 8-19. With code DAD10, customers can get 10% off a minimum spend of RM30, which is only applicable on Father’s Day itself (June 19). There are also select items on the website that are on discount with up to 50% off. 

Papa Day Pop-up at WIP On The Park

– Pic courtesy WIP On The Park
– Pic courtesy WIP On The Park

WIP On The Park is welcoming families to celebrate Father’s Day by browsing the wares of local vendors this Sunday, June 19. From 12pm to 9pm, a line-up of homegrown brands will be featuring their sustainability-focused products at a very special Papa Day Pop-Up sale at Marc Residence.

Participating brands include Dia, which curates artisanal handmade gifts and fashion products, Unplug, the ultimate online eco shop in Malaysia, Kualesa’s sustainable bamboo lyocell apparel, and Haus of Rami, the sustainable 100% hemp shirtmaker.

The first 100 visitors to make vendor purchases will enjoy a 10% discount on à la carte orders at WIP On The Park. Patrons to WIP On The Park will also enjoy discounts and promotions by pop-up vendors. Finally, Mister Rodrigo and Roshan from Laksa Records will be serving up fresh beats throughout the event. – The Vibes, June 17, 2022

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