Words: Kirsten Durward Photos: Monica Tindall We’ve heard it whispered that resident guests at the Clingendael don’t often try the traditional Sri Lankan breakfast. Well that is a mistake. Throughout our travels we’ve learned that local chefs excel at local d…
Month: April 2016
Sri Lankan Dinner, The Clingendael, Kandy
Words: Kirsten Durward Photos: Monica Tindall Staying at The Clingendael has nothing of a hotel experience about it. From start to finish you feel you are being hosted in a beautiful private colonial residence. The discreet staff are on hand at the tinkle of a b…
Coco Tangalla, Beachside Villa in Tangalle, Sri Lanka
Words: Kirsten Durward Photos: Monica Tindall Spectacular sea views greet us as we step onto the terrace at the picturesque boutique hotel, Coco Tangalla. Sited in the south of the island between Galle and Yala, near the sleepy town of Tangalle, this pictures…
Lunch and a Game of Croquet, The Clingendael, Kandy, Sri Lanka
Words: Kirsten Durward Photos: Monica Tindall Time stands still at The Clingendael in so many ways, but time is not an issue when it comes to food service. Butlers and kitchen staff are on hand all day to keep guests satisfied. The menu encompasses soups, sala…
Erin Sandral, glo Laser Centres, Malaysia
Erin Sandral, Chief Experience Officer & Co-Founder of glo Lasers What do you do and how did you get into the industry? I’m a co-Founder and the Chief Xperience Officer at Glo Laser Centres. The business concept is actually a very personal one for me, because my …
The Beach All Suite Hotel, Negombo, Sri Lanka
Words: Kirsten Durward Photos: Monica Tindall Only 20 minutes from the international airport, The Beach – All Suite Hotel makes a good stopping off point after a long international flight, or to end your stay before an early morning take off. Each 1 or 2 bedroom su…
Sparrow Bar KL, Damansara
The Sparrow’s Secret Words: Han Sen Hau Photos: Monica Tindall When you visit a bar whose location is hidden within a café, and whose entrance blends in so well with the wall framing it, you know it only wants to be discovered by rebels who clearly lack the common […]
Pinchos, Spanish Tapas Bar, Changkat Bukit Bintang
Words: Monica Larrieu Photos: Monica Tindall Nestled in the first block of the main Changkat Bukit Bintang restaurant and bar strip, Pinchos is a spot that should not to be missed. Known in the restaurant industry for having introduced Kuala Lumpur to authenti…
Theva Cuisine, Kandy, Sri Lanka
Words: Kirsten Durward Photos: Monica Tindall Theva Cuisine’s clean lines and monotone modern décor stands in stark contrast to its verdant surrounds. Perched high above the town of Kandy, the view is resonant with misty light as clouds sweep through the peri…
TheVu, Rooftop Restaurant, Negombo
Words: Kirsten Durward Photos: Monica Tindall TheVu restaurant’s huge appeal is its rooftop location with uninterrupted views over the Indian Ocean. Open in the evenings to take advantage of the cool breeze and spectacular evening sunset, it’s al fresco di…
The Lagoon Villa, Negombo, Sri Lanka
Words: Kirsten Durward Photos: Monica Tindall Water vistas, tropical foliage and sultry air are the overwhelming impressions on arriving at The Lagoon Villa near Negombo. The peaceful location on the edge of a magnificent lagoon belies the convenience of t…
M.I. Rony, Mixologist at Pinchos, Kuala Lumpur
What do you do and how did you get into the industry? My first job was as a food runner then few months later start to work as a Bar back which is entry level worker mainly cleaning glasses, Sweeping & mopping floors bring things and arrange whatever the bartender […]