Gourmet luxury travel - Malaysia and the world
Yesterday we returned to Colonial Café to dine on some of our old favourites, and with a second night at KL’s most iconic hotel, we’re gifted the chance of a subsequent visit. Follow this link for photos and recommendations of our previous day’s samplings, and see b…
“Serving Real Food Since 2014” The contemporary Western diet has had a lot of bad press for a number of years now for its ill-health inducing trends. Lifestyle diseases are apparently the biggest killers in the developed world. Sadly this trend of poor food cho…
What do you do and how did you get into the industry? I am a chef. I create recipes, train cooks and cook happy food for all who visit me at home or at our restaurants. I have always been attracted to the kitchen as in my family all happens […]
Svago, KLCC Valentine’s Menu, Svago KLCC Words by Kirsten Durward Photos by The Yum List aka Monica Tindall With light, clean 1930’s design lines, and a beautiful harlequin tiled floor, Svago has a delightfully elegant ambience. We’ve always considered this to …
Colonial Café is an old friend of ours. Consistently providing delicious meals, an elegant setting and superb service, we’ve been repeat visitors since it opened two years back. Colonial Cafe Bar and Entertainment Area A weekend stay in the stylish Majestic W…
We never expected to find such a peaceful, Balinese inspired spa in the heart of bustling Kuala Lumpur. Somehow, however, the designers of Donna Spa have managed to bring a little piece of Bali right here to us at the top of KL’s most stylish shopping mall, Starhi…
“What’s your roll?” Words: Annelene Svingen Photos: Monica Tindall Okonomi is a fantastic little spot in Publika that you might not come across on your regular stroll through the mall. Situated in one of the side streets off The Square, sushi lovers are w…
The stunning lakeside community of Pokhara is a must visit on any trip to Nepal. Less than a 30 minute flight from Kathmandu rewards visitors with stunning views of the Annapurna range, and if lucky, on an especially clear day, that very image reflected off the t…
Dwarika Das Shrestha is credited with recognizing the great importance of Nepal’s cultural heritage in its future success, and as such the beginning of a revival and celebration of ancient traditions and craftsmanship across the country. Back in the 1950’s …
“Eat to live, and live to eat.” Continuing our search for nutritious and trouble-free eating, we try out Rebellious Chickpea. I smile and find myself nodding in agreement as I browse their Facebook page. “The Rebellious Chickpea gets a little upset when she …
Line and Pole Tuna Fishing The Mercury is Rising and So Too the Risks of Eating Mercury in Shark By Dr. Gerry | Dr. Gerry Goeden | October 6, 2013 I always associate the phrase “rising mercury” with ‘skyrocketing’ temperatures. I grew up i…
Where’s the Mad Hatter? – Shook! Mad Hatter’s Champagne Brunch Photos: Monica Tindall A leader in the arena of champagne brunches, Shook! at Feast Village in Starhill Gallery opened a new themed brunch this past Sunday with all the great fo…