There’s something that you might not know about me. I am responsible for Hugh Jackman’s muscular physique. You know, those pumped up shoulders and big broad chest you saw in the movies Australia and Wolverine? Yep. That was me. Well, maybe it wasn’t directly me. It …
Month: November 2016
The Good Co., Meatless and Healthy Dining in Bangsar
Words: Robin Pascucci Photos: Monica Tindall Levy Li, owner of The Good Co. is on a mission to prove that healthy meatless food can be as tasty and attractive as its meat-filled equivalents. And she’s got me convinced. This brand new café in Bangsar is as attracti…
Crave Oysters and Seafood House, TREC Kuala Lumpur
Words: Claire Matheson Photos: Monica Tindall Fresh seafood, crusty soft bread, a crisp glass of white wine, or a cold beer. What could be better? If you haven’t checked out Crave Oysters and Seafood House at TREC KL yet, you need to clear your schedule tonight! Fo…
L’Orangerie, The St. Regis Langkawi
Towering ceilings, full wall windows overlooking both greenery and the sea, and a cheery collection or artworks in the form of sculptures, paintings and lighting, adorn the pleasant space of L’Orangerie, The St. Regis Langkawi’s signature restaurant. L’Oran…
Meet the Roaster, Luke Bates, Grand Central Coffee Roasters
What do you do and how did you get into the industry? I am the owner of a small batch coffee roaster in Perth Australia called Grand Central Coffee Roasters. The business has been going for over five years now. I entered the industry back in 2006 in a start-up suburban […]
Peruvian Culinary Showcase, The Ritz-Carlton Kuala Lumpur
A Culinary Journey Through Peru – No Passport Required Words: Craig J Selby Photos: Monica Tindall Peru Mucho Gusto – a Peruvian Culinary Showcase is a special event hosted at The Library by The Ritz-Carlton Kuala Lumpur, in association with …
Roofino Skydining & Bar, KL’s Best Rooftop Bar?
Words: Claire Matheson Photos: Monica Tindall In all the greatest cities of the world, rooftop bars have become the hottest place in town, be it New York, Paris, Bangkok, Shanghai or Melbourne. Yet despite KL’s spectacular skyline, there are only a handful of r…
Iridium Spa, The St. Regis Langkawi, Malaysia
Monica Tindall Just as the rare and precious element iridium reminds us of the treasures of our earth, Iridium Spa ascertains the value of time and wellness. It’s here, in this peaceful haven of elegance at The St. Regis Langkawi, that we experience a warp in time. A …
The St. Regis Bar, The St. Regis Langkawi, Malaysia
We feel like explorers stumbling across a clandestine treasure in the jungle when we step inside the The St. Regis Bar at The St. Regis Langkawi. Etchings of a banyan tree stretch across the length of the backdrop wall and giant 200kg fossil wood tables furnish the s…
a’Roma Dinings, Italian Restaurant in Taman Paramount
Words: Claire Horn Photos: Monica Tindall Nestled away in the 40 year old neighbourhood of PJ section 20, otherwise known as Taman Paramount, sits the delightfully authentic new Italian spot – a’Roma Dinings. Brought to life 9 months ago, we’re sure more …
Afternoon Tea At The Drawing Room, The St. Regis Langkawi, Malaysia
Upbeat jazz tunes hum in the elegant Drawing Room of The St. Regis Langkawi, elevating our spirits at once. There’s nothing quite like appropriately timed and amplified music to set the mood, and these swinging tunes match the setting in vibrancy and sophisticat…
Interview with Muna Winder, Alternative Health Practitioner
What do you do and how did you get into the industry? I am a certified reflexologist, health coach, Reiki practitioner and a soon to be Bowen therapist. My own health struggles got me into alternative therapies. I was getting tired of depending on pills to get tempo…