December 2022

The Chamber Starhill Gallery

The Chamber, Starhill Gallery, Liquor Store

The Chamber, Starhill Gallery Words: Han Sen Hau Photos: Rich Callahan There isn’t much to say about The Chamber at Starhill Gallery that hasn’t already been said elsewhere, at least superficially. A luxurious 4,600 sq. ft. boutique that houses some of the world…

103 Coffee Chow Kit

103 Coffee Chow Kit, Cafe Kuala Lumpur

103 Coffee Chow Kit  Words: Nichole Ong Photos: Rich Callahan Newly opened 103 Coffee is already bustling with life at Chow Kit. Such energy reflects the excitement attributed to its internationally award-winning baristas whipping up classics such as ar…

Reinterpreting European Cuisine

Reinterpreting European Cuisine

Soleil x Above Gastrobar – Reinterpreting European Cuisine with an Asian Touch Monica Tindall An exciting paradigm in the KL food and beverage scene emerged post-pandemic: the uprising of collaborations between chefs and bartenders. More than ever, fo…

Syrian Restaurant KL

Leen’s Middle East Kitchen, TTDI

Leen’s Middle East Kitchen Words: Nichole OngPhotos: Rich Callahan Leen’s modern contemporary setting creates the perfect atmosphere to savour a hearty, authentic Middle Eastern meal. The restaurant’s interior is welcoming, greeting …

Contemporary Malaysian Cuisine

Beta KL Revisited – December 2022

Beta KL Revisited Words: Han Sen Hau Photos: Monica Tindall Most Malaysians would rarely associate their local fare with haute cuisine, which seems ironic and somewhat of a missed opportunity considering the rich culinary heritage and diverse raw ingredients …

Yeast Bangsar

Yeast Bangsar – French Restaurant KL

Yeast Bangsar – French Restaurant Words: Jacob WeberPhotos: Rich Callahan French bread; Italian coffee; Malaysian climate. All the ingredients for a perfect Sunday brunch, and Yeast Bangsar has perfected the recipe. Yeast is a Bangsar staple, one of th…

Moonbar TTDI

DC Restaurant – Revisited November 2022

DC Restaurant – Revisited November 2022 Words: Matt BrownPhotos: Monica Tindall Numerous moments during my first year in Kuala Lumpur have been spent in gobsmacked joy at how not only did I find myself in this vibrant and diverse city during such a strange t…