Words: Aisling Cullen Photos: Monica Tindall To me, New York really does epitomise the best of America. And, if you are in a Big Apple state of mind, you should check out Bowery Kitchen and Bar which has recently opened in Publika. This spot has picked the best of […]
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Sky High Tea at Nobu KL, Where the View is Merely the Backdrop
Words: Claire Matheson Photos: Monica Tindall Iconically dominating the Kuala Lumpur skyline, the Petronas Twin Towers are a must see for visitors to this vibrant city and a source of immense pride for locals. Instantly recognisable and standing 452 metres ta…
Afternoon Tea at The Lobby Lounge, The Ritz-Carlton, KL
Words: Margaret Elizabeth Photos: Monica Tindall Imagine that you enter a marble tiled palace ushered into the restful sounds of violin and piano. Chandeliers sparkle above you as you slip gracefully into an oversized armchair and sink delightfully into its …
Sitka Studio, Weekend Degustation Menus
Monica Tindall You might consider Sitka Studio a weekend passion. The bread and butter of the business is downstairs, in Sitka, the café, which caters to a variety of discerning palates for brunch, lunch and dinner throughout the week. Upstairs in Sitka Studio, h…
Supperclub KL, There’s More to TREC KL Than Nightclubs Alone
Patricia Podorsek Monica Tindall Perhaps better known for its hopping nightlife, the newly opened TREC KL also brings al fresco dining to the city during the pleasant hours of the early evening. Most prominent among the restaurants along the pedestrian st…
Michelin-Starred Chef, The Saujana Hotel Kuala Lumpur, Subang
While Kuala Lumpur is yet to claim a Michelin Star of its own, it certainly has no shortage of Michelin-starred chefs traveling to the city. Most recently, Yuichi Kamimura, the admired star of Kamimura French restaurant in Sapporro, graced the kitchens of The Sau…
Manja, Malaysian Fusion Restaurant, Old Malaya KL
Words: Heather Onderick Photos: Monica Tindall Are you looking for a place where you can sip locally inspired drinks surrounded by the green of Kuala Lumpur’s own Bukit Nanas? Or maybe a place where you can taste the melange of Malaysian flavo…
Drift, Sunday Boozy Brunch, Changkat Bukit Bintang
Words: Caroline Lee Photos: Monica Tindall The premise and promise of a Drift brunch is a leisurely afternoon of love and laughter with free flowing food and drink from a menu meticulously curated, and meant to be shared amongst friends and family. Robert Gil…
A Little Farm on the Hill, “Grow Your Own Grub” Workshop
Set in the tranquil and cooler climate of Janda Baik, A Little Farm on the Hill makes a beautiful day trip and welcome green escape from Kuala Lumpur. Run by husband and wife team, Lisa and Peter, the hosts at this organic farm, restaurant and event space offer regula…
A Feast for the New World, Yarra Valley Wines in Kuala Lumpur
Words: Claire Matheson Photos: Monica Tindall Wine purists have long argued the superiority of Old World wines over New World, arguing the terroir of such regions – the soil, climate, aspect, elevation, slope, surrounding vegetation and traditions of the …
Spanish Guest Chef, Jose Alonso, The Ritz-Carlton, Kuala Lumpur
Words: Heather Onderick Photos: Monica Tindall Hailing from Singapore’s Binomio, The Ritz-Carlton, Kuala Lumpur warmly welcomes Spanish Chef, Jose Alonso, to share his concept of casual tapas mixed and fine dining while taking diners o…
Venezuelan Gastronomic Festival, Cedar on 15, Impiana
In conjunction with the celebration of 30 years of Malaysia-Venezuela diplomatic relations, this Monday opens the 11th Venezuelan Week in Malaysia. In a week long festival, showcasing the country’s food and culture, Malaysian residents and visitors will be t…