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Mezze KL – Medan Damansara, Whisky & Gin Bar and Cigar Lounge Words: Monica TindallPhotos: Peter Tan We have fond recollections of Mezze in Medan Damansara, with a cozy restaurant downstairs serving French cuisine and fine wine, complemented by an up…
Tokyo Izakaya Damansara Heights – Japanese Restaurant Words: Michelle Wylie Photos: Peter Tan The friendly owners of Tokyo Izakaya Damansara Heights, Shamini and Anna, noticed a lack of affordable Japanese food and no izakaya restaurants in the area. T…
Da Fu Di – Chinese Restaurant, Pavilion Damansara Heights Words: Jacob Weber Photos: Peter Tan Da Fu Di was hitting the headlines before it even opened its doors back in January. The red hoardings on the top floor of Pavilion Damansara Heights Mall announce…
Hidden Bar Plaza Damansara – The First Chapter Speakeasy Words: Jacob WeberPhotos: Han Sen Hau I apologise in advance for using one of the more predictable cliches in hospitality journalism. But The First Chapter really is a “hidden gem”. “Hidden” becaus…
Sushi Takumi – Japanese Restaurant, Damansara Kim Words: Nichole Ong Photos: Han Sen Hou As the Curate group’s Damansara outlet, Sushi Takumi brings its exceptional omakase experience out of the city centre and into a more accessible neighbourho…
Sofitel SPA – Kuala Lumpur Damansara Words: Karen SantosuossoPhotos: Monica Tindall One of my words for the new year is serenity. And serenity can definitely be found at the Sofitel SPA which is housed within the 5-star Sofitel Kuala Lumpur Damansara hote…
Outdoor Dining KL – Quin at The Five, Brunch in Bukit Damansara Words: Matt Brown Photos: Peter Tan The Yum List visited Quin Restaurant at The Five in Bukit Damansara in January of this year – you can read all about it here. Back then, the team was alrea…
Pyro – Damansara Kim, Woodfire & BBQ Restaurant Words: Jacob WeberPhotos: Rich Callahan Pyro is a very, very cool restaurant. I know, I know; once you describe something as “cool”, it’s no longer cool. But I defy you to walk into thi…
Steakhouse Damansara Heights – Maillard Grill Words: Jacob Weber Photos: Han Sen Hau If you’re going to name a restaurant after the scientific name for ‘browning of the meat’, you’d better be confident in the quality of that meat and the ability of your chef…
Brunch in Damansara – Gin Rik Sha Words: Matt BrownPhotos: Han Sen Hau Since moving to their Bukit Damansara location in June of 2023, Gin Rik Sha has started a relaxed revolution in its new home, launching the menu for A Weekend Affair and kicking off breakfa…
Pomod’Oro Italian Restaurant -Bukit Damansara Words: Stephen ReidPhotos: Rich Callahan Located in the leafy, upscale neighbourhood of Bukit Damansara, Pomod’Oro was established in February 2022. It’s headed by executive chef Tomas Gocze, bo…
Kind Kones Plaza Damansara Words: Jason AnomPhotos: Monica Tindall Aficionados of plant-based desserts may be familiar with Kind Kones, a legendary vegan brand with outlets both here and in Singapore. With vegan plant-based ice cream bars spanning two countr…