Words: Dominique Montiel Photos: Monica Tindall When a restaurant’s name starts with the word ‘awesome’, it’s safe to say that you develop a sort of straightforward expectation of not only amazing food, but also service and atmosphere. I found myse…
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Wine Talk, Online Wine Shop & Wine Delivery
Wine Talk is up to great good again – bringing in exclusive new wines chosen by a professional sommelier for value and taste, customizing my selection according to my personal preferences, making recommendations of some different drops to try based on styles …
Very Happy Hours at Quivo, Pavilion, Kuala Lumpur
Kirsten Durward and Monica Tindall Happiness comes in many forms, one of which for me is finding a great deal. Since the demise of Mediteca’s Wine and Cheese Happy hour, I’ve been languishing for want of somewhere to end the week with panache. But Quivo’s new Happy …
Gravity, Rooftop Bar, G Hotel Kelawai, Penang
Lush hill views on one side and seascape glimpses on the other, Gravity rooftop bar, is the latest and greatest in Penang’s bar scene. Perched atop the newly opened G Hotel Kelawai, on the 24th floor, the sky bar promises a night to remember. We arrive just as the s…
Kenny Hills Bakers, Bukit Tunku, KL
Aisling Cullen and Monica Tindall Nestled in a row of shop houses in a leafy and peaceful setting is Kenny Hills Bakers, a new bakery specialising in stone milled flour and organic ingredients for their breads and pastries. The interior very much reflects the ar…
The Great Beer Bar, Damansara Uptown, Kuala Lumpur
By Sarah and Ross Jones, and Monica Tindall Quality craft beer is more frequently creeping its way into Malaysia, and The Great Beer Bar is one of the unique places leading the charge. The environment of The Great Beer bar is reminiscent of many a small gastropub in …
Pickle and Fig, TTDI, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Words: Louise Miller Photos: Monica Tindall If you’re in the mood to while away a few hours, grazing on wholesome and tasty paninis, salads or pasta dishes whilst sipping on fresh smoothies or a great coffee or two, head to TTDI’s Pickle and Fig where the …
Specialty Coffee Roasters in Kuala Lumpur
The Revolution Has Begun! Coffee aficionados are becoming increasingly spoiled for choice with the uprising of the micro-roasting industry in Malaysia. Consultation with a local expert notes no less than 12 boutique roasters around the city. That’s not to m…
BEAM, Specialty Coffee Roaster and Cafe, Bandar Sri Damansara
Louise Miller and Monica Tindall If you are heading for BEAM (an acronym for Bean Expedition at Manufactory) expecting only a decent brew with delicious cake, you will have seriously underestimated this place. What lies in store is significantly more than good c…
Roast Factor Glee, Coffee Roaster & Cafe, Bandar Utama
Words: Dominique Montiel Photos: Monica Tindall Greeted by the strong smell of roasted coffee and the warmth of a homey locale, I prepared myself for the boutique feel of Roast Factor Glee. Situated in the outskirts of the city, more specifically Ba…
World Malbec Day, Qba, Westin Kuala Lumpur
Words: Kirsten Durward Photos: Monica Tindall We are a little belated in the celebration, but April 17 is designated as world Malbec day. And who is going to turn down an opportunity to taste some of this Argentinian flagship red wine variety? Certainly n…
The Iron Fairies – Jazz, Burgers & Cocktails, Bangkok
Seems Iron Fairies is one of the most talked about bars in Bangkok. Out of the 10 or so mates I asked for recommendations of places to visit in the city, Iron Fairies came up nine times! Lounge Area The Iron Fairies, Bangkok Once we got past the “coolness” of the place […]