Gourmet luxury travel - Malaysia and the world
Unashamedly, I have now visited all of YTL’s Spa Villages in Malaysia. It would be a tough call to pick a favourite as I’ve had incredible, but distinctive experiences in each one. Rather I recommend each for their own unique features. What makes Spa Village stand o…
My breath slows and I mentally relax just thinking about the Spa Village at the Ritz-Carlton Kuala Lumpur. It literally is a paradisal oasis in the urban metropolis. Natural surrounds, comprehensive treatments and extremely professional therapists make it on…
Mezze Wine Bar and Bistro Mezze Wine Bar and Bistro, Festive Season Menu Words by Manveen Maan Photos by The Yum List (Monica Tindall) This definitely the season to be jolly and nothing gets you in the Christmas spirit quite like food does. With a plethora of festive …
Turkey with Drippings Celebrate Christmas Minus the Hard Labour! Takeaway Roast Turkey and Many Other Goodies to Make the Festive Season Extra Special – Kuala Lumpur Gold and Country Club What to do this Christmas? Go to a restaurant saving time and …
Penang has long held a reputation for being THE food destination for travelers looking for culinary excitement in Malaysia. Since the awarding of UNESCO World Heritage status to parts of Georgetown a few years back though, the island has experienced a rapid r…
ONE of the Dessert Counters at China House Penang China House Penang No trip to Penang is complete without a visit to China House. Art, food, wine, live music and, a decadently delicious line up of the most mouthwatering sweets you’re likely to come across anywhe…
I’m only recently learning to distinguish between various cuisines from the Middle East and Mediterranean. Previously I knew so little that I tended to chunk most dishes together into the broad categories of mezze (defined by items such as hommus), kebabs and, d…
The entrance of the Banjaran never fails to impress. Giant limestone outcrops rise above a hot spring lake and, lush green vegetation invokes thoughts of dinosaur times. At the right time of day you can actually see steam drifting from the water’s surface in wh…
If you follow The Yum List regularly, you probably guessed by our last write up on Suffolk House Restaurant, that we are pretty excited about the new chef in the kitchen. Gordon Robertson, with a wealth of international experience, is livening up the menu at thi…
Hilton Kuala Lumpur Hotel is a magnificent option for a staycation. The time and money you save by not traveling out of the city can be used within the excellent facilities of the hotel itself. From delicious dining to nighttime entertainment, gorgeous …
Enak KL Enak, Elegant Malay Dining, Starhill Gallery Photos by The Yum List (Monica Tindall) Words by Kirsten Durward ‘A taste of Enak KL is a lasting impression of great Malay cuisine.’ Deep in the basement of Starhill Gallery, lies one of KL’s most excitin…
Graze Graze, Hilton Kuala Lumpur Hotel One of the best value hotel restaurants in the city, Graze has proven a roaring success since its opening a few months back. Serving quality modern European cuisine, in a bistro style environment, with panoramic city and …