Gourmet luxury travel - Malaysia and the world
Words: Hannah Staley Photos: Monica Tindall It’s not often one gets invited to The Ritz-Carlton and when the invite includes the opportunity to sample some fine Chilean wines and high quality cuisine, as part of a ‘Bites from Chile’ evening hosted in associa…
De Bortoli Family Winemakers Words: Katrina de Laszlo Photos: Monica Tindall The residents of Kuala Lumpur were recently fortunate to receive a visit from one of Australia’s most celebrated winemakers: the De Bortoli Family Winemakers. Steve Webber, Chief …
Walking into Allegra Café I feel sick. Well, not really, but I imagine if I were just a little bit sick that I might exaggerate its gravity just a tad knowing that a visit to the doctor would also get me a trip to Allegra Café. With good food in […]
Garvy’s French Dining Surprises come in all shapes and forms in Malaysia, and this week we found one in Ipoh: exquisitely fine French dishes and expert service right next door to a blood clinic in Perak’s capital. Executive chef Romain Fabre and restaurant …
Always on our must-visit list when in Ipoh, or more often on our way through Ipoh driving to Penang, is Burps and Giggles. Located in the old town, it’s a fresh spark, and the start of a suggestion that the younger generation is ready to breathe new life into Ipoh’s […]
Imagine a week filled with nine of the world’s most famed chefs, hand-picked from San Pellegrino’s 50 Best Restaurants, crafting indulgent beverage paired dinners and interactive cooking demonstrations, a Champagne lobby, sake and cocktail tastings, and an …
A good handful of years ago, upon discovering Indulgence Restaurant in Ipoh, I recall being so delighted with the food and setting that I’d happily take on the two-hour journey from KL on frequent occasions just for a lunch date. The things that kept me coming back w…
Located in centre of one of the worlds’ most exciting cities, Anantara Siam Bangkok Hotel is not only in a convenient location but is a truly luxurious stay. Art and nature combine in elegant design to form a beautiful retreat, resembling more of a resort than a hote…
Words: Samantha Urlwin Photos: Monica Tindall The Traders Hotel KL is a landmark hotel with a stunning view of the iconic Petronas Twin Towers and KLCC Park. It is, in fact, one of the favourite places to take friends and family for a lovely meal and to take in […]
There’s no shortage of authentic Italian pizzas in Kuala Lumpur. Complete with wood-fired ovens and Italian chefs, here are a few of our favourite places to grab a slice. Luce With the most extensive pizza menu (over 50 varieties) in the city and a wood-fire…
The World Gourmet Festival recently hosted by Anantara Siam Bangkok Hotel culminated in a magnificent Sunday Brunch. Headed by celebrity chef Bobby Chin with dishes contributed by nine world renowned chefs also in the buffet line up, saying guests were spoiled …
Words: Craig J Selby Photos: Monica Tindall I’m a kiwi, so naturally the title sits a bit uneasy with me. But, it is well deserved. Let me explain. A little different from the food reviews you have become accustomed to us here at The Yum List sharing, tonight was …