Month: February 2013

Best Places to Eat on the Gold Coast, QLD, Australia

The Gold Coast is famed for its surfing beaches, impeccable waters and amusement parks. The leisurely mood of the place usually means it takes a few years to catch up with other cities around the country. Recent times though have seen higher demands on the Food and B…

La Mexicana, New Dishes, Terrace at Hock Choon

Words by Lisa Mangelsdorf Photos by The Yum List *** Sadly, La Mexicana is now closed. The wonderful owners of La Mexicana, Carmela and Stephen, are never content – and we are glad!  Always striving to improve and expand to their offerings of truly authentic Mexica…

The Daily Habit at Chi Fitness, Bangsar, Malaysia

The Daily Habit, Chi Fitness Fresh Juices and Smoothies – That’s Amore RM16: banana, strawberries, pineapple, coconut milk and soy milk; Fountain of Youth RM18: apples, strawberries, raspberries and wolfberries; Agua Fresca RM10: celery, cucu…

Afternoon Tea, Ritz Carlton, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Lobby Lounge, Ritz Carlton Kuala Lumpur Live harp music sets the backdrop for an elegant afternoon tea Strawberry Tea Sweet Selection Fresh Finger Sandwiches Hot Savouries Warm Scones with Jam and Cream Afternoon Tea at the Ritz Carlton Kuala Lumpur The dulcet n…

Yoann Bernard I Executive Chef, Ritz Carlton KL

The Yum List catches up with Executive Chef for the Ritz Carlton Kuala Lumpur, Yoann Bernard to discover a little of his past, some exciting minglings with celebrities and his favourite foods. What do you do and how did you get into the industry? I discovered a passi…

Pisco Bar, Bukit Bintang, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Pisco Bar, Jalan Mesui, Changkat Bukit Bintang Pisco Sour Trio of Ceviches with Sweet Potato and Tapioca Chips Tuna Sashimi Potato Maki Rolls with Soft Shelled Crab and Avocado New Zealand Mussels with Cheese and Peruvian Salsa Pork Belly Beef Heart Skewers Lomo…

Where to Eat in Coffs Harbour, NSW, Australia

Shearwater Restaurant on Coffs Creek The subtropical climate of Coffs Harbour means the weather is agreeable all year round. At a latitude low enough to still cause four seasons, but high enough to make each one rather mild, Coffs is blessed with what some call mod…

Brunch at Hit and Mrs. Bangsar, Malaysia

Hit and Mrs. Bangsar, by the BIG Group Downstairs dining area Wake up coffee RM8 Quinoa Granola with yoghurt, strawberries and Australian honey RM25 Fry Up – two eggs on sourdough toast, slow roasted tomatoes, buttered mushrooms and beef bacon RM35 Pana Fr…

Silver Spoon, Publika, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Silver Spoon, Publika Spoon light shade, menu newspaper and “love wine?’… yes we do! 25 different types of Mojitos! Where to start? Escargot Charcoal Base Pizza Layered Cheesy Chicken Chop – very generous portion Tom Yum Spaghetti wi…