Food and luxury travel – Malaysia and the world
Monica Tindall It used to be that Penang was known for its incredible array of street food. Home cooks making the same dish for over 50 years and rock-bottom prices drew the crowds. Dirty and rude only seemed to increase the attention, seemingly adding authenticit…
Words: Sean Kelly Photos: Rich Callahan Tucked away on the third floor of The Gardens Mall is Wagyu More, a Japanese buffet with a rich array of delicious meats ready to be cooked in hot broth directly at your table. This place is a must-visit for those who enjoy fresh […]
Words: Nathaniel Jay Photos: Monica Tindall The uninitiated to Changkat are often lured by the song of the hostess sirens, forever singing, “Happy hour. Buy 3 get 3!” or whatever the promotion is that week. Too often a passerby will crash into the metaphorical ro…
Words: Karen Callahan Photos: Rich Callahan High expectations abound when I hear the phrases “fresh seafood” and “luxury dinner” paired together. A slice of doubt though appears when the word buffet is introduced. I assume that the f…
“Eat for you, eat for the planet” Monica Tindall Unless you have lived under a rock for the past 20 years, you must have heard about the benefits of a plant-based diet. The advantages of increased fibre, vitamins and nutrients and a reduction in saturated fats have l…
Words: Monica Tindall Photos: Rich Callahan Right next door to Southern Rock Seafood, Zoe Bangsar complements the friendly nature of the lesser-known but attention-worthy foodie strip of Jalan Kemuja. Facing the street, one row back from Jalan Bangsar, Zoe’s …
Words: Monica Tindall Photos: Rich Callahan It didn’t take us long to find the newly opened Spanish restaurant and bar in Kuala Lumpur, El Toro Loco at Fraser Place. Our noses are quick to sniff out a glass of sangria and a slice of tortilla Española. Parked on a corne…
Words: Shaun Humphries Photos: Rich Callahan As a beer lover living in Malaysia, it can sometimes be tough to stay inspired. Beer choices are often limited and expensive while the most delicious options I’ve found are often brewed in colleagues’ spare bathrooms…
Words: Monica Tindall Photos: Rich Callahan You may have noticed I’ve been having some fun recently feeding my two carnivorous teammates a slew of vegetarian meals. Well, today they get their own back with a visit to Naughty Babe Dirty Duck in Sri Hartamas with a me…