Araceli Barrera Arismendi and Monica Tindall *** Sadly, La Mexicana is now closed. ¡Viva México! I get the urge to throw a grito (cry) with excitement when I enter the grounds of La Mexicana. This place represents the beauty and grace of the Mexican culture in th…
Month: March 2014
Huggaz – Keepin’ Kool in KL
By Lisa Mangelsdorf On a hot, humid Saturday afternoon in Malaysia, nothing goes down nicer than a chilled glass of wine or an ice-cold beer! But keeping those refreshments at the right temperature as you lounge by the pool or in relax in your garden can be a chal…
Interview with Mauro Bellodi, Executive Chef of The Westin Resort Nusa Dua, Bali, Indonesia
Mauro Bellodi, Executive Chef of The Westin Resort Nusa Dua Mauro Bellodi, Executive Chef of The Westin Resort Nusa Dua, shares his story with The Yum List. What do you do and how did you get into the industry? I’m the Executive Chef of The Westin Resort …
Prego The Westin Resort Nusa Dua, Bali, Indonesia
Prego The Westin Resort Nusa Dua Casual Italian dining in an upbeat and colourful setting pretty much sums up Prego. The simplicity and freshness of Italian cuisine are echoed in the lively modern design of the restaurant. An open plan kitchen entices with delici…
BE Urban Wellness, Italian Lover’s Package, KL
BE Urban Wellness has, undeniably, one of the most mind-freeing settings for a spa in all of Kuala Lumpur. Modern design, magnificent views and state-of-the art technology forms an environment where the brain and the body can truly unwind. Damansara Heights …
Makan Kitchen, Double Tree by Hilton, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Words: Craig J Selby Photos: Monica Tindall With the haze outside nearly every day at the moment, it’s tough to get my fix of local Malaysian street favourites. Let alone having the opportunity to bring visiting friends to explore the fusion of cuisines tha…
Spasso Milano, Antipasti Buffet, Pavilion KL
Spasso Milano, Antipasti Lunch Words by Naomi Martin Photos by The Yum List (Monica Tindall) As countless people enter the Pavilion Mall in the center of Kuala Lumpur to enjoy their day off, many are unaware of the spectacular food choices that await hungry bellie…
Shucked, B.I.G, Ben’s Independent Grocer, Publika, Solaris Dutamas, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Oyster Tasting Plate – Shucked Shucked @ Ben’s Independent Grocer, Publika Words by Manveen Maan Photos by The Yum List (Monica Tindall) Oysters aren’t a huge feature on any menu in KL so thankfully, The BIG Group’s introduced a handy little hideaway that h…
di Mare Restaurant, Karma Kandara, Bali, Indonesia
di Mare Restaurant, Karma Kandara di Mare Restaurant, Karma Kandara, Bali, Indonesia My eyes tear with pure pleasure and, my mind fills with thoughts of gratitude for such sublime beauty as we step into the cliff top restaurant, di Mare. Planted 85 metres above th…
Recipe for Steamed Spicy Barramundi by Chef Wai, Starhill Culinary Studio, Kuala Lumpur
Steamed Spicy Barramundi We’re very lucky Yum List readers this week as Chef Wai, YTL’s Corporate Executive Chef has shared with us his recipe for Steamed Spicy Barramundi. We love how the pumpkin sauce balances out the spice. …
Interview with David Stephan, Sommelier for Wine Talk, KL
The Yum List recently had the pleasure of catching up with sommelier for Wine Talk, David Stephan. He shared his insights on the industry and even some of his favourites wines. What do you do and how did you get into the industry? I manage Wine Talk, which is an […]
Clearwater Residence, Damansara Heights, KL
Stepping into Clearwater Residence we leave the stresses of city life behind. Expertly designed, the clean open spaces of the serviced apartments encourage peaceful thoughts and calm breathing. Lobby Finding inspiration in the quote, “Shrug off the constr…