Christmas is not just about exchanging gifts with friends & family or taking nice photos with Santa Claus. Christmas is about sharing your love, helping the less fortunate and making a difference in the lives of others. Cheras LeisureMall's Toybank, A Gift of Love is an annual community initiative which aims to create a platform for members of the public to share the true meaning of Christmas with the underprivileged children.
This year, members of the public were invited to fulfill the wishes of over 800 children from 15 participating children's homes. Colorful wish list cards bearing three wishes by children from the participating homes were hung up at Level 2, LeisurePlex Concourse from 7 to 26 December 2019 and shoppers helped to fulfill the children's wishes by picking a wish list card, preparing the gifts and depositing the gifts back at the Toybank. The children attended the Toybank Gift Presentation Ceremony on 28 December 2019 to receive their gifts.
The participating charity homes and organizations include Bodhi Homecare, House of Love, Lighthouse Children Welfare Home Association, Living Hope Global, Pertubuhan Kebajikan Anak Yatim Mary KL, Persatuan Kebajikan Dan Sosial Da Ci, Persatuan Kebajikan Kanak-Kanak Istimewa Insan (PKKII), Pusat Persatuan Kanak-Kanak Cacat Taman Megah, Rainbow Home Welfare Society, Rumah Charis, Rumah Sayangan, Rumah Shalom, Rumah Victory - Children & Youth Home, Stepping Stones Living Centre and Yayasan Sunbeams Home.
Mr. Subramaniam Apparow, Senior Manager, Property Division, PPB Group Berhad said, "The 'Toybank, A Gift of Love' program started out as a humble initiative to invite and encourage the public to participate in simple acts of philanthropy aimed at helping underprivileged children. Over the years, we are glad that this program has grown to become a continued tradition for many regular donors who always return to support this meaningful cause - bringing more and more friends and family members each time. It is the support by all of you that drives the growth of this ToyBank initiative, and it is our hope that this initiative continues to reach out to more and more needy communities in years to come."
There were many fun activities to treat the 200 children from the participating homes. First, the children were entertained by watching a special screening of the movie, "Jumanji, The Next Level" by Golden Screen Cinemas. After the movie, the children had a scrumptious buffet lunch while watching interesting Christmas performances. There was also a special appearance by Santa Claus, a thrilling magic show and balloon sculpture by a clown magician, sand art, face painting and lots more!
It was nice to see the smiles on these underprivileged children's faces this Christmas. Everyone had a lot of fun and thank you LeisureMall Cheras for having me there to feel the true meaning of Christmas!
For more information about the "Toybank, A Gift of Love" initiative and updates on upcoming events, please visit Cheras LeisureMall FACEBOOK, INSTAGRAM or email to marketing@ppb.com.my.
If you love to eat Indian food, you can try Spicy Master Restaurant & Bar which is located at 24, Jalan 8/23E, Taman Danau Kota Off Jalan Genting Kelang, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia 53300. Spicy Master Restaurant & Bar is owned by Sri Mira Sdn. Bhd.
This restaurant serves a fusion of Nothern Indian cuisine and Western cuisine in a great and relaxing ambience. There is alfresco dining as well as air conditioned indoor dining.
There is also a bar for those who love to drink and socialize.
When I was there with my 2 kids, we tried a few dishes. My son liked the Butter Chicken (North Indian style) which was just a little spicy and suitable for him since he doesn't eat spicy food. The chicken was tender and the sauce was tasty and creamy. My children ate this with Briyani rice which was not spicy.
Butter Chicken
Briyani
We also tried the Mutton Briyani which was spicy with tender mutton meat. This would tantalize your taste buds and spice up your life. It came with delicious sauce and salad as a side dish. The portion was huge and suitable to be shared with 2 people.
Mutton Briyani
For dessert we had Payasam which is a sweet Northern Indian dessert made with milk, rice and grains. It was our first time we tried this dessert and we loved it.
Payasam
If you are in Kuala Lumpur and would like to try affordable Indian food, you can come to Spicy Master Restaurant & Bar. They have lunch promotion sets for RM 12.90 from Mondays to Fridays (12pm-3pm).
For more information, please visit their FACEBOOK, WEBSITE or INSTAGRAM.
The Big Apple Restaurant at Berjaya Times Square Hotel, Kuala Lumpur is one of my favorite places to enjoy a variety of sumptuous food with a great view of Kuala Lumpur's city skyline view. Now it has a better ambiance with their relaunch of the new Big Apple Restaurant on the 12th December, 2019.
Located at the West Tower on the 14th floor of Berjaya Times Square Hotel, the restaurant's new and sophisticated design, as well as tasteful contemporary styling will make you feel welcomed in the classiest of ways. I personally prefer the brighter lighting and the new arrangements of tables and chairs which makes the restaurant look more spacious. The Big Apple Restaurant offers an extensive menu selection and seasonal themed buffet spreads with an array of distinct local favorites and delectable international cuisines brought to life by the hotel's specialized chefs.
With a brand new look and feel that evokes the bustling lifestyle of New York City's nightlife, the new Big Apple Restaurant aims to let their guests experience the very best of east meets west fusion delicacies that will not only capture the taste, but also the grandeur atmospheric posh and elegant design. Do come and dine here to get an unforgettable culinary experience with your loved ones.
Breakfast is served from 6.30 am to 10.30 am while lunch is served from 12.00 pm to 2.30 pm. Breakfast is buffet style with various delicious food for guests to experience. Lunch is served either buffet style or a la carte. Needless to say, the restaurant will always be ready to ignite a true fire of culinary masterpiece. Led by the hotel's Executive Sous Chef, Chef Steven, the primary kitchen serving the Big Apple Restaurant is manned by some of the finest chefs and culinary experts in Kuala Lumpur, with a vast experience in transforming their food and beverages into astronomical exquisiteness.
The General Manager of Berjaya TImes Square Hotel Kuala Lumpur, Mr. Hugo Gerittsen, is proud to welcome everyone to the Big Apple Restaurant which has a highly refined and sophisticated look, complete with contemporary stylings and furnishings. He also mentioned that their array of the most elegant cuisines, both international and local will ignite and infuse guests' palette with a fiery yet cooling gastronomic ecstasy.
Berjaya Times Square Hotel is strategically located in the heart of the city and is conveniently linked by various modes of transportation. By car, the hotel is 45 minutes from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) and 30 minutes from Subang Airport. By train, it takes approximately 28 minutes from KLIA to KL Sentral and guests can transit to take the monorail to the hotel which is 6 minutes away. If you are looking for a good hotel when you plan your next visit to Kuala Lumpur, you can check out Berjaya Times Square Hotel.
To make a reservation or for further enquires, please call Big Apple Restaurant at 03-2117 8000 (ext. 8133) or visit their WEBSITE, FACEBOOK or INSTAGRAM.
Most people love to have youthful skin and age gracefully but sometimes it is hard to find suitable products for our skin. Recently I have tried the Safi Youth Radiance Anti-Aging & Whitening Essence (100ml) and Safi Radiance Serum Infused Moisturiser (40g) and I find that these products are suitable for my skin. I have dry skin but I still have acne breakouts and using oily moisturisers worsen the condition. Since Safi Youth Radiance products are water-based, they are suitable for my skin. Safi Youth Radiance products are Halal and has no mineral oils, no paraben, no alcohol and no animal testing.
Safi Youth Radiance - Anti-aging &Whitening Essence is water-based and combines Saffron Gold technology with benefits of Saffron Extract (antioxidant, anti-aging & brightening benefits), Beetox, Lipo Vitamin C (brightens skin, prevents damage from UV) and Hyaluronic Acid (hydrates and locks skin moisture for 24 hours).
Direction of use
Pour the right amount and spread evenly on palms. Apply on face and neck with a gentle circular massage until absorbed onto the skin.
I like that the texture is waterly, light weight, non-sticky and absorbs easily onto my skin. This product contains gold flakes which is good for skin. I use it once during the day and once at night before applying Safi Youth Radiance Serum Infused Moisturiser.
Safi Youth Radiance - Serum Infused Moisturiser is water-based and is for whitening and hydration. It has Saffron Extract (antioxidant, anti-aging & brightening benefits), Lipo Vitamin C (brightens skin, prevents damage from UV) and Vita B3 (improves skin tone, fine lines & dullness).
Direction of use
Pump 1 to 2 pumps onto palm. Apply onto face and neck with gentle circular massage until droplets are formed. Continue to massage until it is fully absorbed onto skin.
The texture is also waterly, light weight, non-sticky and absorbs easily onto skin. After using this product, I find that my skin is firmer and brighter.
Safi Youth Radiance Anti-aging & Whitening Essence 100ml is RM 55.90 and Safi Youth Radiance Serum Infused Moisturiser (40g) is Rm55.90. These products are available at Watsons, Guardian and Aeon Wellness nationwide.
For more information, please visit Safi FACEBOOK or INSTAGRAM.
