What do you do and how did you get into the industry? I used to be a flight attendant with Singapore Airlines and had always had a passion for the service industry. Traveling around the world, I had the privilege of trying new food and places which inspired me to […]
Month: April 2016
The Point Restaurant and Bar, Damansara Heights
A Symphony of Slow and Low at The Point Words: Claire Matheson Photos: Monica Tindall To me, slow cooked food is joyful. When food is described to me using the number of hours taken to cook it, I start to involuntarily salivate. Meat so flavoursome and tender, …
The Church Street Social, The Fort Bazaar, Galle, Sri Lanka
Words: Kirsten Durward Photos: Monica Tindall The Church Street Social is The Fort Bazaar’s signature restaurant. With a menu that spans the international gamut of tastes, fresh sounding dishes taking a zing from local produce and spices but with an eye to t…
Villa Danieli, Italian Prosecco Brunch, Sheraton Imperial KL
Words: Nadia Khan Photos: Monica Tindall We’re always thrilled to find a good value bubbly brunch, and this round Villa Danieli has us feeling like we’re on an exciting Italian escapade right in the heart of KL. Tucked away on the 5th floor of the Sheraton Imper…
Safari in Yala National Park & Dinner at Chena Huts by Uga Escapes
Words: Kirsten Durward Photos: The Yum List Sri Lanka is a land full of nature and Ruhuna National Park is a microcosm of the wildlife that can be seen in this fascinating land. Familiarly known as Yala, this is the oldest and second largest of Sri Lanka’s nature r…
Wine Talk: Wine Tasting Event
Words: Ross Jones One unique and distinct pleasure consumers can have is the observation of a small business in evolution. This is the case with WineTalk: our local mail order wine delivery company. The Yum List has enjoyed watching this small company grow into an …
Dinner at Amanwella, Tangalle, Sri Lanka
Words: Kirsten Durward Photos: The Yum List Aman group hosts a range of exclusive upmarket boutique style resorts across Asia. The concept is strongly simplicity: simplicity of design, simplicity of experience, and simplicity of cuisine. Here in the breez…
Interview with Xavier Mah, XALF
Tell us more about XALF. What is the inspiration and the background of the brand? XALF is a ladies bespoke footwear label which started December 2012. Our designs, often inspired by the sleek metropolitan vibes of New York City and the bohemian touch that oft…
The Red Beanbag, Coffee and Brunch, Publika
Words: Katrina de Laszlo Photos: Monica Tindall Before reading any further, answer this question: What are the first five words that come to mind when you think of ‘Australian coffee culture’? Go… These were my answers: Melbourne. Trendy. Innovative. Aromas. …
Lou Shang Bar, Damansara Uptown
That Bar Upstairs Words: Han Sen Hau Photos: Monica Tindall So many bars these days are becoming better at concealing their locations, bewildering you at their entrances to the point of self-doubt, though I’d say Lou Shang Bar & Café takes it up a notch. From th…
Spa & Activities at The Clingendael, Kandy, Sri Lanka
Words: Kirsten Durward Photos: The Yum List A luxury boutique hotel, with only five luxury suites, The Clingendael is the perfect getaway from the realities of life. Ensconced majestically in the Kandyan Hills, the property exudes elegant colonial style whi…
Michelin Starred Chef at Trader’s Hotel, Kuala Lumpur
Words: Heather Onderick Photos: Monica Tindall Theodor Falser is no stranger to the international world. His extensive experience abroad will definitely perk the eyebrow of a well traveled foodie. He is renowned for sharing his native Northern Italian cui…