Gourmet luxury travel - Malaysia and the world
The Yum List recently visited Taipei and enjoyed a wonderful stay at the French Art Deco style hotel, The Landis Taipei. We had a chance to meet the new chef of Paris 1930 and discovered a little of his background and what new inspirations he brings with him to the […]
It seems buying wine from a supermarket, or even a specialty wine store, these days is getting more and more challenging. There is a never-ending supply of wines from across the world and rarely anybody available to assist with choosing. As my pockets ar…
One of the few elegant dining restaurants to stand the test of time, Le Midi French Italian Restaurant, in Bangsar Shopping Centre has undergone some changes since our last visit. A new chef, Andrea Alimenti now heads up the team. On our first visit we fell in lo…
Words: Kristin Cosgrove Photos: Monica Tindall I’ve always enjoyed my meals at La Risata, whether pizza with the kids or a romantic dinner out with my husband. The food is consistent and the convenience of the Ampang location is a huge plus. I also like the ambie…
Chocolate Cake with Vanilla English Cream – La Scala, Italian Restaurant Kuala Lumpur La Scala, Italian Restaurant La Scala is sure to soon become one of the most popular Italian eateries in the city. Style, service, a good wine list and traditional cuisin…
Elegantly positioned between a cascading pond, lush greenery and a lagoon shaped pool, The Waterfall is a peaceful haven in the bustling centre of Singapore. Located in the elegant Shangri-La hotel, supreme service is guaranteed and a tranquil happy atmosp…
Lafite’s Chef de Cuisine, Jean-Philippe Guiard, The Yum List Shares with a Recipe for One of his magical desserts: Passion Fruit Mousse with Pineapple Leaves, Chocolate Sauce and Lemon A very refreshing dessert, enjoyable after a long degustation menu…
Chef Emilio Ortega, Group Executive Chef for Gastrodome Chef Emilio Ortega, Group Executive Chef of Gastrodome shares with The Yum List his story and some tales from behind the scenes. What do you do and how did you get into the industry? I am currently working as th…
Naked Restaurant and Bar Down-to-earth with a touch of glam, might sum up the atmosphere and menu at Naked Restaurant and Bar in Plaza Damas. The feel is casual, but a stroke of bling brightens the interior. Subtle twists are added to familiar dishes making them spe…
Words by Kristin Cosgrove Photos by Michelyne Callan and Kristin Cosgrove Faux greenery and wooden tables with benches are nestled within the food stall area, giving the ambiance of an indoor park. The larger seating area is designed around the frame stru…
No signage, other than a small plaque indicating this property is a member of Secret Resorts, marks the gate. A friendly, but thorough, security guard checks us off on his arrival list and we park inside the compound. Villa Samadhi Paper bark trees narrate an ench…
Signature – Restaurant, Lounge and Bar The Roof, Signature – Restaurant – Lounge – Bar Our ears pop as the elevator climbs swiftly to the top floor of the office block, 1 First Avenue, in Bandar Utama. We’re headed to The Roof – a food, beverage an…