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Vér - The Bar at Nadodi Kuala Lumpur

Vér – The Bar at Nadodi Kuala Lumpur

Vér – The Bar at Nadodi KL, Four Seasons Kuala Lumpur Words: Matt BrownPhotos: Han Sen Hau Opening on June 1st of this year, Vér – The Bar at Nadodi KL adds yet another gorgeous place to enjoy a drink at the Four Seasons Kuala Lumpur. Created in gorgeous de…

The Cock's Tail Hidden Cocktail Bar Chinatown KL

The Cock’s Tail Bar KL – Hidden Bar, Chinatown 

The Cock’s Tail Bar KL – Chinese Medicine x Cocktails – Drinking That’s Good For You Words: Monica TindallPhotos: Han Sen Hau * This bar is no longer open. It has been replaced by Qi bar. Run by the same friendly team behind The Crane, Puteh Beach Bar and Puteh […]

Ribera Del Duero - Most Expensive Best Wine in the World

Vega Sicilia – Spain’s Most Renowned Winery

Tempos Vega Sicilia – The Golden Ticket Monica Tindall Much like Charlie’s golden ticket to Willy Wonka’s Chocolate Factory, a coveted invitation to Vega Sicilia unlocks the magic of Spanish winemaking. Not open to the public, only a privil…

Cigales DO, Valladolid, Claretes vs Rose Wine

Finca Museum Winery – Valladolid, Cigales DO

Finca Museum Winery – From Abandoned Vines to Timeless Elegance Monica Tindall  In the heart of the Cigales Designation of Origin lies a winery like no other, where century-old vines whisper their secrets of the past, and the art of winemaking weaves …

Torre Pazo Penelas Rías Baixas Galicia Spain Valle de Salnés

Albariño: A Versatile White Wine for Southeast Asia

Albariño: Pazo Torre Penelas, Galicia, Spain Monica Tindall Flourishing in the scenic Rías Baixas region of Galicia, Spain, lies a white wine grape variety that has won the hearts of wine enthusiasts worldwide – Albariño. Revered for its aromatic and refreshin…

Vinho Verde Wines Portugal Native Grape Varietals

Casa de Vila Nova – Vinho Verde, Portugal

Casa de Vila Nova – Vinho Verde, Portugal Monica Tindall Hopefully, you’ve noticed that I’ve been diving deep into Portugal’s wine culture and recently became hooked on Vinho Verde and its suitability for the Southeast Asian market. …

Douro Valley Wine Region, Portugal

Douro Wine Region -Quinta da Soalheira, Portugal

Douro Wine Region – Quinta da Soalheira, Portugal Monica Tindall Look at the header photo. Were you thinking, “Wow, those Asian rice terraces look dry?” The successive steps along the slope could easily be mistaken for parts of Asia. However…

Torrié Porto - walk through the industrial factory

Torrié: A Trusted Portuguese Coffee Brand

Torrié Coffee – Portugal Monica Tindall As a self-confessed javaphile, I’ve had the fortune of visiting several coffee plantations and roasting facilities around the world. However, most I’ve what I’ve seen have been smalle…

Madeira Wine Portugal

Madeira Wine – Portugal, The Art of Patience

Madeira Wine – Portugal Monica Tindall The enchanting island of Madeira beckons with its natural beauty and extensive cultural heritage. Also known as the “Pearl of the Atlantic”, Madeira offers rugged cliffs, lush mountains and breathtaking vi…

Terras do Avô Wines

Terras do Avô Wines, Madeira, Portugal

Terras do Avô Wines Monica Tindall In the scenic landscapes of Seixal, Madeira, we meet the Caldeira family and discover the beautiful story and wines behind Terras do Avô. Established in 2008 by Duarte Caldeira and his children, Sofia, Filipa, and Duarte, the wi…

J. Faria & Filhos, Lda. – Engenhos do Norte

Madeira Rum, Rhum Agricole, Portugal

Madeira Rum Monica Tindall The island of Madeira is known for its namesake wine, but its rum has also been gaining much attention in recent years thanks to strict production regulations and methods.  Sugar cane cultivation and rum production date back to th…