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Chez Flo Cafe – Jalan Pudu Lama, KL Words: Matt BrownPhotos: Monica Tindall It’s pretty obvious if you find yourself walking along Jalan Pudu Lama, about a 15-minute stroll from Pavilion and Bukit Bintang, that it’s an area poised to be the next go-to locati…
Adeeb Palil In this interview, Adeeb Palil of Anon, a local produce-driven casual dining restaurant at Ground Coffee in Uptown Damansara, shares his entry into the industry and current plans. What do you do? I’m the head chef at Anon and Ground Coffee, wher…
Douro Wine Region – Quinta da Soalheira, Portugal Monica Tindall Look at the header photo. Were you thinking, “Wow, those Asian rice terraces look dry?” The successive steps along the slope could easily be mistaken for parts of Asia. However…
Vinho Verde & Why It’s the Perfect Wine for Southeast Asia Monica Tindall Vinho Verde, the renowned Portuguese wine region located northwest of the country, is celebrated for its distinctive, young, and refreshing wines. Characterized by its hilly …
Torrié Coffee – Portugal Monica Tindall As a self-confessed javaphile, I’ve had the fortune of visiting several coffee plantations and roasting facilities around the world. However, most I’ve what I’ve seen have been smalle…
Toupeirinho Restaurant – Matosinhos, Porto Monica Tindall Ask any local where to go for seafood in Porto; the first answer is always Matosinhos! The coastal town lies just a short distance from Porto. It boasts some of the finest beaches and phenomenal res…
Daniel Restaurante – Home-style Portuguese Cuisine, Porto Monica Tindall One of the coolest things about hanging out with winemakers (besides fabulous company and great wine) is the “in” to restaurants that do both food and wine extraordi…
Exploring the Natural Beauty of Madeira – Top Things to See Monica Tindall Madeira is a Portuguese island in the Atlantic Ocean known for its verdant forests, dramatic coastline, and volcanic peaks. The island’s natural beauty is one of its biggest …
Charintip Tiyaphorn In this interview, Charintip Tiyaphorn, Owner Representative and Head of Sales, Marketing, Accounting and Finance at Pimalai Resort & Spa in Koh Lanta, shares the complexity of her role. What do you do? I do sales, marketi…
Quinta do Furão – Madeira Restaurant with Views Monica Tindall Madeira is certainly not short on views, and we are happy to take advantage of them at every meal. A table on the balcony of Quinta do Furão on the cliff top of Achado do Gramacho in Santana, on Madei…
Madeira Wine – Portugal Monica Tindall The enchanting island of Madeira beckons with its natural beauty and extensive cultural heritage. Also known as the “Pearl of the Atlantic”, Madeira offers rugged cliffs, lush mountains and breathtaking vi…
Terras do Avô Wines Monica Tindall In the scenic landscapes of Seixal, Madeira, we meet the Caldeira family and discover the beautiful story and wines behind Terras do Avô. Established in 2008 by Duarte Caldeira and his children, Sofia, Filipa, and Duarte, the wi…