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Tanzini, GTower, Kuala Lumpur

Tanzini, on the 28th floor of GTower, breathes a romantic, elegant dining ambience in the evenings. Warmly lit with candles and soft lighting, smoothly tuned with soft jazz rhythms, and abuzz with happy diners, the mood is amorous and joyful. Tanzini Lounge C…

Fatto a Mano, Italian Restaurant, Bangsar

Han Sen Hau with Monica Tindall I never did dream of the day when I’d think there were far too many cafés, restaurants, and bistros sprouting around Kuala Lumpur. On the plus side, we’re always only two blocks away from a stimulating cup of coffee or th…

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Bread Lounge, GTower, Kuala Lumpur

Artisanal breads and third wave coffee beans is what first attracted our visit to the Bread Lounge in GTower Hotel. Upon arriving however, we’re too taken by the décor. I giant red chili sculpture centres the low lounges, and indoor plants line the surrounding …

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View Rooftop Bar, GTower, Kuala Lumpur

A vibrant atmosphere draws the crowds to View Rooftop Bar with panoramic vistas looking out from the city centre towards suburbia and the surrounding highlands, contemporary design, and upbeat staff ready to recommend a beverage to tickle guests’ personal …

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RGB Coffee at The Bean Hive, Kuala Lumpur

RGB Coffee We’re always on the hunt for a good coffee but have only found a few spots in the KL city centre that consistently satisfy our fussy preferences. When one of our go-to places, RAW, closed last year we were deeply disappointed. But… as old doors close new one…

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Tanjong Jara Resort, Terengganu, Malaysia

“Unmistakably Malay” The sun is beginning to shine again on the East Coast of Malaysia as the rainy season says farewell for another year, revealing blue skies and calmer seas. Not all was quiet however under the wet spell. A team of busy bees has been hard at work …

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La Mexicana, New Dishes, Hock Choon, Ampang

Words: Araceli Barrera Arismendi    Photos: Monica Tindall *** Sadly, La Mexicana is now closed. Guess who has added some more delicious and scrumptious items to their already colorful menu? La Mexicana! Chef Carmela, the wonder woman behind the scenes and …

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Upbeat Health Bar, Avenue K, Kuala Lumpur

“Time to Shake Things Up: Our mission is to change the way people eat on the go.” Words: Patricia Podorsek   Photos: Monica Tindall Residents of KL are busy. In a single day, we might try to squeeze exercise, culture, and a social life around the demands of work, sc…

Spa Village, Tanjong Jara Resort

Without doubt, YTL’s Spa Village brand across the country is one of the most highly respected and desirable names in the industry. Weaving together a magical formula of well-designed spaces, highly skilled therapists and locally inspired treatments, peacefu…