Words by Caning Jaramillo I always thought that bacalao just translated to “cod” in English. I recently learned however that not all cod is created equal, and when you’re looking for the best, bacalao it must be. Cod Tartare with Lime Reductio…
Month: January 2014
Interview with Chef Ell, Pietro Ristorante Italiano, Malaysia
Chef El gives The Yum List some insight into his life as a chef and what life is really like behind the scenes. What do you do and how did you get into the industry? I am currently the head chef at Pietro, Ristorante Italiano. I got into the industry […]
YTL Spa Villages – Living a Life of Luxury, Malaysia
Unashamedly, I have now visited all of YTL’s Spa Villages in Malaysia. It would be a tough call to pick a favourite as I’ve had incredible, but distinctive experiences in each one. Rather I recommend each for their own unique features. What makes Spa Village stand o…
Woo Bar, W Taipei, Taiwan
Woo Bar at the W Taipei is one of the most happening bars in the city. Chic lounge during the day and hip club at night, it’s “the scene to be seen.” Funky cherry-red lounges cover the floor while tall Chinese dark wood bar stools line the stretched marble counter. A g…
Hong Kong! Best Hotels, Restaurants & Spas
Hong Kong is an exciting city. You’d need years to explore all it has to offer. We did our best though on a recent visit to see (or should I say eat and drink) as much as we could. The places we explored are definitely at the luxury end of […]
Paris 1930, The Landis Taipei, Taiwan
A leader in fine dining in Taipei, Paris 1930 is often the host of Michelin starred chefs and cultural culinary exchanges. This authentic French restaurant at The Landis Taipei has been the pioneer in elegant western dining for the last 30 years. Constantly on …
Chinese New Year Reunion, Lai Po Heen Restuarant, Mandarin Oriental Hotel, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Delicious Yee Sang Chinese New Year Set Dinner at Lai Po Heen, Mandarin Oriental Words and photos by Polly Szantor As the Year of the Horse gallops madly towards us, it’s time to start thinking about where to celebrate Chinese New Year. One of the truly classic optio…
Mainland Cheeses from New Zealand now in Malaysia
Words by Jennifer Fallis Photos by The Yum List (Monica Tindall) Several friends gathered around a cozy room, music softly playing in the background, lights twinkling. It was the perfect setting for a cheese platter and friendly get-together. Besides wine and c…
Interview with Sherena Razaly, Owner of Enak KL
The Yum List chats with Sherena Razaly about owning one of the only elegant dining Malay restaurants in Kuala Lumpur. What do you do, and how did you get into the industry? I am a restaurateur, with Enak KL, which I affectionately refer to as “KL’s premi…
Spa Village, Ritz Carlton Kuala Lumpur
My breath slows and I mentally relax just thinking about the Spa Village at the Ritz-Carlton Kuala Lumpur. It literally is a paradisal oasis in the urban metropolis. Natural surrounds, comprehensive treatments and extremely professional therapists make it on…
Fiercer by Fierce Curry House, Publika, KL
Fiercer is the bigger, more sophisticated sister of Fierce Curry House. The original outlet in Bangsar is a little more casual, opening out onto the street, while big sis is chic in design and brings some new things to the menu too. Fiercer by Fierce Curry House R…