Mr. Brooks Lounge Mr Brooks @ BSC Words by Manveen Maan Photos by The Yum List (Monica Tindall) ‘Speakeasy’ is a term that is thrown around a fair bit these days. Make no mistake, Mr Brooks is not one of them, despite boasting a ‘hidden’ locale. “Look for the purple […]
Kuala Lumpur
BE Urban Wellness, Italian Lover’s Package, KL
BE Urban Wellness has, undeniably, one of the most mind-freeing settings for a spa in all of Kuala Lumpur. Modern design, magnificent views and state-of-the art technology forms an environment where the brain and the body can truly unwind. Damansara Heights …
Makan Kitchen, Double Tree by Hilton, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Words: Craig J Selby Photos: Monica Tindall With the haze outside nearly every day at the moment, it’s tough to get my fix of local Malaysian street favourites. Let alone having the opportunity to bring visiting friends to explore the fusion of cuisines tha…
Shucked, Ben’s Independent Grocer, Publika
Oyster Tasting Plate – Shucked Shucked @ Ben’s Independent Grocer, Publika Words by Manveen Maan Photos by The Yum List (Monica Tindall) Oysters aren’t a huge feature on any menu in KL so thankfully, The BIG Group’s introduced a handy little hideaway that h…
Clearwater Residence, Damansara Heights, KL
Stepping into Clearwater Residence we leave the stresses of city life behind. Expertly designed, the clean open spaces of the serviced apartments encourage peaceful thoughts and calm breathing. Lobby Finding inspiration in the quote, “Shrug off the constr…
Providence, The Intermark, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Party at Providence, The Intermark Providence @ The Intermark Words by Manveen Maan Photos by The Yum List (Monica Tindall) Having not set foot in a club in a while, my inner cool kid (I‘m going on the assumption that I still have one) started getting excited at the th…
Way Modern Chinois, Damansara Heights
Way Modern Chinois Way Modern Chinois, Damansara Heights Pleasant intrigue shapes our visit to Way Modern Chinois from start to finish. Way, the Chinese character, means something special and, Chinois is just a fancy way of saying Chinese in French. We find the c…
Lai Po Heen, Mandarin Oriental, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Lofty ceilings, grand golden chandeliers and majestic furnishings imbue a feeling of greatness in Lai Po Heen. Private rooms are splendid but our preferred tables are those by the window overlooking the manicured gardens and fountains of KLCC Park. In the eve…
Urbean, Avenue K, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Words: Araceli Barrera Arismendi Photos: Monica Tindall It was a gorgeous Sunday morning in Kuala Lumpur, perfect for tickling my senses and spirits with a delightful journey of aromatic coffees, soothing teas, and scrumptious café style food…
Wine Talk with Room Service, Wine to Your Doorstep!
It seems buying wine from a supermarket, or even a specialty wine store, these days is getting more and more challenging. There is a never-ending supply of wines from across the world and rarely anybody available to assist with choosing. As my pockets ar…
Le Midi, French Italian Restaurant, BSC
One of the few elegant dining restaurants to stand the test of time, Le Midi French Italian Restaurant, in Bangsar Shopping Centre has undergone some changes since our last visit. A new chef, Andrea Alimenti now heads up the team. On our first visit we fell in lo…
La Risata, Ampang, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Words: Kristin Cosgrove Photos: Monica Tindall I’ve always enjoyed my meals at La Risata, whether pizza with the kids or a romantic dinner out with my husband. The food is consistent and the convenience of the Ampang location is a huge plus. I also like the ambie…