Gourmet luxury travel - Malaysia and the world
Linnea Welker and Monica Tindall There are plenty of options for a meal on Changkat and, living nearby, I often feel overwhelmed by the possibilities. I’m thinking about aesthetics, type (and volume) of music, available seating inside (or outside), service, an…
Louise Miller & Monica Tindall Having absolutely loved everything about this fabulous healthy haven when we first discovered it back in March this year, we were delighted to be invited back but also a little anxious to hear that the menu had changed. Hoping th…
Louise Miller & Monica Tindall Our recent visit to Damansara Plaza’s latest arrival, Raisin’ The Roof saw a wet, grey and very miserable afternoon instantly transform as the rain clouds seemed to dissipate in the warmth of the ambience and the light and fresh …
Hannah Staley & Monica Tindall On a thundery Sunday afternoon I meet Monica at Interlude: an international tapas bar situated within a lively street in TTDI. Being a Sunday the atmosphere is relaxed and chilled house music plays in the background. Fitting to …
Monica R. Clear, Monica Larrieu There is an inherent human connection made over a shared meal, and when it’s done in the personal setting of someone’s home, let’s face it: the experience is more memorable. There is something intangible and enriching about seeing …
Monica Isabel Larrieu & Monica Tindall Being new to Kuala Lumpur, I relied on my ride to wind our way to Medan Damansara and take me to my first Yum List review. All I knew about my new assignment was that it was at an Italian restaurant, and that we […]
Monica Clear and Monica Tindall Samad Al Iraqi restaurant sits on the ground level of Menara Prestige, just a stones throw from the Petronas Towers. But it is worlds away from the familiar, and that’s a wonderful thing. Leaping out of an afternoon rainstorm, I shoo…
Christmas is coming and you’d be hard pressed to find a more elegant or traditional setting to celebrate than the The Majestic Kuala Lumpur. This meticulously restored heritage building transports guests back to a golden age when chivalry was the norm not the exc…
These Malaysian kitchens are putting the fun back into the festive season. By doing the hard work for you, yet still providing an authentic taste of home, these small-scale bakeries and hotel chefs are making festive cheer a top priority. Making all of our favour…
We love local at The Yum List. Supporting local businesses and decreasing carbon miles are important, and as such we’ve found some Malaysian-made goodies that could make the perfect gift or stocking stuffer for your gourmand friends and family. Creamy De…
Kirsten Durward & Monica Tindall If you love Christmas dinner with all the trimmings but really are not keen on the preparation, why not take advantage of a chef prepared, sumptuous dining experience in the comfort of your own home? Nothing is really better th…
Shaun Humphries and Monica Tindall Growing up on the Canadian Prairies, my Christmas dinners were all about turkey, potatoes and gravy. In Asia, the holiday menu looks much different. And our recent visit to try Nobu’s freshly unveiled Christmas Omakase Dinne…