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Poblano KL Words: Matt BrownPhotos: Rich Callahan Spanish and Latin food in Kuala Lumpur got an energetic boost with the opening in mid-October of Poblano KL, a cool new restaurant and bar housed in the beautiful Old Malaya strip. Before you even see a menu, there&…
Fuego Troika Sky Dining – Latin American Restaurant KL Words: Monica Tindall Photos: Rich Callahan It just became easier to secure a seat at one of the most sought-after restaurants in Kuala Lumpur. Fuego in Troika Sky Dining has introduced a supper menu be…
There are not many authentic Latin American restaurants in Kuala Lumpur but we’re certainly happy for the few that there are. Venezuelan, Mexican, Peruvian, Argentinian – you can get a little taste of the great southern continent here in our list of …
Casa Latina Words: Shaun Humphries Photos: Monica Tindall Sadly, Casa Latina is now closed. It’s not every day that you get to meet (and eat food created by) a celebrity Venezuelan chef in Kuala Lumpur. So, whenever the occasion arises, I always jump on it. Th…
Once a traveling food stall bringing delicious South American pastelitos – deep-fried pastries with sweet and savoury fillings- to the mobile masses, Fritangas has recently decided to plant some roots with a permanent location in Goodwood, Adelaide, exp…
Sometimes food is worth traveling for. These authentic Latin American experiences might see you travel a few kilometres, but hey, they certainly save you the flight across continents. Latino hubby usually turns his nose up at any attempt to recreate his home fav…
The Latin American Festival is a guaranteed fun day of food, music and dancing. Each country sets up a stall with food and drink from their region. Most dishes are home cooked by nationals currently residing in Malaysia and prices are kept reasonable too. It’…
Disappointed that you couldn’t get a reservation to the ‘sold out’ grande finale of the Venezuelan gastronomic festival? Well, you should be… it was a sensory treat! But, don’t worry your cravings for authentic L…
Amazonas KL TRX, South American Restuarant Words: Stephen ReidPhotos: Peter Tan The Exchange TRX, a popular destination for food and shopping in Kuala Lumpur, has recently welcomed Amazonas KL, a new restaurant from the expanding Kenny Hills Hospitality Grou…
PICA South American Kitchen Words: Kirsten Durward Photos: Monica Tindall PICA South American Kitchen, a small outlet on one of Ubud’s most vibrant streets, captures a crowd with genuine Latin tastes. Lively music resounds throughout the space as smili…
Flips Kota Kinabalu Words: Claire Matheson Photos: Monica Tindall In the heart of Kota Kinabalu, one of Malaysia’s best cocktail venues has taken root. Flips will have you flipping the light fantastic to get a booking at this hot cocktail destination. Fli…
La Boca Latino Bar, Pavilion La Boca Latino Bar KL Words: Monica Tindall Photos: Rich Callahan Since our beloved Casa Latina, La Mexicana and El Maiz restaurants have closed down we’ve been hard-pressed to find authentic Latin American food in Kual…