‘Inspired by the flavours of Malaysia,’ I was more than curious to try chef Will Meyrick’s latest opening in Bali, Tiger Palm. Said to be influenced by Will’s love of the wonderfully fragrant dishes from the kitchens of Penang and regional Malaysian cuisine, the m…
Month: February 2016
Ante, New Location, Same Porky Experience, 1 Utama
Words: Shaun Humphries Photos: Monica Tindall Visiting a Malaysian mall is always an experience – hundreds of stores, thousands of people and never enough parking. For an introvert like me, it’s all a bit overwhelming. Luckily, as a 37-year survivor in an ext…
Four Points by Sheraton, Kuta, Bali
Arriving on a night flight to Bali, we wanted to spend our first evening in a hotel that was close to the airport, but one in which we’d wake up the following day and feel as if our holiday had already begun. The newly opened Four Points by Sheraton, Kuta […]
Executive Chef, Shamsul Kamar Bin Hashim, Dah Makan
What do you do and how did you get into the industry? I got started in the food industry when I was in high school studying mechanical engineering, a field completely unrelated to what I do now. The hostel that I lived in had a canteen that was run by […]
The Glenlivet: A British Show at Jarrod & Rawlins, Bangsar
Words: Louise Miller Photos: Monica Tindall Having clearly missed out on the whisky-loving gene so generously endowed on the male members of my family, it was with a little trepidation that I accepted Monica’s invitation to review the special whisky tast…
IVIV (One Six Five) Wine Bar, InterContinental KL
Words: Kirsten Durward Photos: The Yum List Wine lovers living near KLCC will be happy to read of the relaunch of IVIV at the InterContinental as a wine lounge. Offering something a little different with a range of boutique wines by the bottle, …
Beauty and the Beast, Jalan Batai, Damansara
Words: Patricia Podorsek Photos: Monica Tindall Combining a stylish upscale bar (Beauty) with a hearty and carnivorous menu (Beast), the BIG group’s latest venture is a sophisticated rendering of the Intermark original. Opened late in 2015, this Damansar…
Qba, The Westin KL, Valentine’s Menu
Words: Bob Busk Photos: Monica Tindall Valentines Day…. A day of romance, chocolates, roses and romantic dinners at candle-lit tables with soft music, and fine wine. Very traditional. But what if you want to step away from traditional? What if you want to add a lit…
HELLO! By Kitchen Mafia, Section 17, PJ
Words: Monica Larrieu Photos: Monica Tindall Who knew a revolution was brewing in a sleepy corner of a Petaling Jaya ‘burb? Moreover, that it is taking place at a sleek but laidback, unassuming dining joint? Hello! By Kitchen Mafia is ready to rock the foundation o…
Valentine’s Gifts – Some Ideas for the Romantics
Looking for ideas for the perfect gift this February? The Yum List gives you some suggestions… Hand Crafted Chocolates Some might say flowers and chocolates are overrated, but not if the sweet treats come from the Chocolate Concierge. Chief chocolatier N…
Chef Kelvin Kilin, Traders Hotel Kuala Lumpur
What do you do and how did you get into the industry? My name is Kelvin Kilin. I was born and raised in Tuaran which is a small town in Sabah. Currently, I work as a Sous Chef at Gobo Upstairs Lounge and Grill, Traders Hotel Kuala Lumpur. My interest […]
Wellness Retreat Ipoh, Spa, Nature & Healthy Cuisine
Wellness Retreat Ipoh Words: Kirsten Durward Photos: Monica Tindall If you are aching for a break from the city, but don’t want to travel too far, and want the luxury of a total wellness retreat without having to get on a plane, then a two-hour drive from Kuala L…