Torito Peruvian-Japanese Kitchen, Banyan Tree Kuala Lumpur Words: Stephen ReidPhotos: Han Sen Hau Banyan Tree Kuala Lumpur opened its doors in June 2018 amidst the Golden Triangle, Malaysia’s commercial, shopping and entertainment hub. Alth…
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Jwala Restaurant – The Five @ KPD
Jwala Kuala Lumpur – Contemporary Northern Indian Fine Dining Words: Caroline Lai Photos: Han Sen Hau Located on the second floor of Block E at The Five, Jwala Kuala Lumpur makes an immediate impression with striking abstract art pieces crafted aptly from …
Dot’s Café – Kristang Cuisine, Subang Jaya
Dot’s Café – Kristang Cuisine, Subang Jaya Words: Joanna Florento Photos: Han Sen Hau When we stepped into Dot’s Café, we immediately felt happy memories made tangible. The kitchen is a loving homage to Chef Brandon Rodrigues’ grandma Dorothy, with its me…
Ichi-u Japanese Dining – The Row, Chow Kit
Ichi-u Japanese Dining – The Row, Chow Kit Words: Joanna Florento Photos: Han Sen Hau Tucked into the corner of the Faber Imperial Court on Jalan Doraisamy (The Row), Ichi-u radiates a quiet elegance. Its cosy interior of polished wooden booths is accentua…
Iketeru Hilton Kuala Lumpur Review
Iketeru Hilton Kuala Lumpur Review – New Menu, Refreshed Setting Words: Caroline Lai Photos: Han Sen Hau A stalwart of fine Japanese dining in Malaysia, Iketeru in Hilton Kuala Lumpur has been setting the standard for over two decades. As one of the pioneer…
The Oriental Park – Pan-Asian Restaurant KLCC
The Oriental Park – Pan-Asian Restaurant KLCC Words: Caroline Lai Photos: Peter Tan The Oriental Park, located on a prime corner of KLCC, offers a spacious semi-al fresco dining experience with a stunning view of the fountains and park. The cosy seating ar…
Upper House KL, Rooftop Restaurant Chinatown KL
Upper House KL, Rooftop Bar & Restaurant Chinatown KL Words: Karen Santosuosso Photos: Matt Wehner The KARLS group has an exciting new restaurant and bar with the most impressive view in Chinatown. A little more casual than their acclaimed Michelin-listed …
Dilli 6 – Northern Indian Restaurant, TTDI
Dilli 6 – Northern Indian Restaurant, TTDI Words: Stella Therond Photos: Matt Wehner Dilli 6 welcomes us as soon as we climb the stairs to the first floor of a row of shophouses in TTDI. The vibrant artwork and simplicity and freshness of its decor encourage u…
Din Tai Fung Pavilion KL Bukit Bintang
Din Tai Fung Pavilion KL Bukit Bintang Words: Stella Therond & Monica Tindall Photos: Peter Tan Din Tai Fung in Pavilion Kuala Lumpur is an exciting place to be. In a period when many food and beverage establishments are struggling to maintain customers, it&…
Kampunglah @ Raja Laut Kuala Lumpur
Kampunglah @ Raja Laut Kuala Lumpur – Malay Cuisine Words: Monica Tindall Photos: Matt Wehner I’m always looking for restaurants to take overseas guests in Kuala Lumpur. If it’s not their first visit, ambience, service, food, and price are top priorities, with a…
Affordable Date Night KL– Copaa, Desa Sri Hartamas
Affordable Date Night KL– Copaa, Desa Sri Hartamas Words: Monica TindallPhotos: Han Sen Hau Our arms never need twisting to return to Copaa in Desa Sri Hartamas. We’ve been fans of Jon Chew and his modern Malaysian menus since we first met him during the pandemic. H…
Hora Feliz Kitchen & Bar – Empire Damansara
Hora Feliz Kitchen & Bar – Empire Damansara Words: Caroline Lai Photos: Han Sen Hau Open for a mere six months, Hora Feliz – Spanish for “Happy Hour” – is an exciting new restaurant co-owned by Chef Tan Kai Hua, affectionately …