Location, Location, Location Orchard Road is world-renowned for its multitude of shops, dining and entertainment options, and is considered a retail paradise for those who dream of such things. Concorde Hotel Singapore nests in the centre of the action, so if y…
Chef Domenico Nicolino, Nero Nero, DC Mall
The Yum List chats with chef Domenico Nicolino and discovers what he thinks of Malaysia in the short time that he’s been here. What do you do and how did you get in the industry I m a 33 years old Italian chef with 12 years of culinary experience worldwide. […]
La Bodega, Pavilion KL – Reopening Party
Christopher Shortreed & Monica Tindall Exciting things are happening at Pavilion and the brand spanking new refurbishments of a KL legend, La Bodega, is one of them. An industry oldie, La Bodega, first opened its doors to a crowd hungry for Spanish food and be…
Tapas Club, Spanish Cuisine in the Heart of Orchard Road, Singapore
Monica Tindall Tapas Club, one of Singapore’s latest restaurant openings, promises value-for-money authentic Spanish fare in a fun, casual environment. Found at the top of the escalators on the first floor of Orchard Central, Tapas Club quickly revives our fo…
Chef Christopher Millar at The Library, Ritz-Carlton Kuala Lumpur
Monica Tindall Wagyu beef lovers are in for a treat this week at The Ritz-Carlton, Kuala Lumpur. Playing host to award-winning Australian guest chef Christopher Millar, the hotel’s The Library restaurant is offering a discerning six-course modern Australian …
BAIT Intermark, Seafood Restaurant
Now closed. Words: Robin Cherry Photos: Monica Tindall With its sleek, mid-century furniture and large picture windows, BAIT’s new outpost at The Intermark is classy, cool, and comfortable. A light board that says “Well Hi Gorgeous” lets you know that it …
Jack Rose, Kuala Lumpur, New Bar in Bukit Damansara
Words: Chris Moore Photos: Monica Tindall After a decade in Asia, I’ve had my eyes opened by many new experiences within a wide variety of cultural norms. One observation I’ve made is that themed bars are accepted: actually, they seem to be perceived as downrig…
Wild Honey Singapore, Breakfast and Brunch
Monica Tindall THE place for all-day breakfast in Singapore is Wild Honey. Formed out of the simple love of the morning meal, Wild Honey, open since 2009, has become an institution in Singapore. Acknowledging limitless possibilities and drawing inspiration fr…
Eat-In Counters, ISETAN – The Japan Store, Kuala Lumpur
Monica Tindall One of the hottest food and beverage openings over the last year has been The Table on the fourth floor of ISETAN – The Japan Store. This group of stylish dining restaurants has consistently wowed guests with Michelin-starred chefs, the best cheese…
Quivo Third Anniversary Fiesta, Pavilion Kuala Lumpur
Words: Chris Moore Photos: Monica Tindall Boleh Lah! These are about the only words that can justifiably sum up the scene in Pavilion throughout the weekend of October 6th-8th. Imagine walking into Pavilion, a high-end shopping center in the heart of Kuala Lu…
Evert Onderbeke, Head Chef, Soleil, DC Mall
The Yum List interviews Chef Evert Onderbeke of Soleil in DC Mall. What do you do and how did you get in the industry I’m the head chef and co-founder of Soleil, which first opened in Petaling Jaya but has since moved (last December) to Damansara City Mall. I was […]
Tatsu, Japanese Restaurant, InterContinental Kuala Lumpur
Words: Heather Onderick Photos: Monica Tindall Walking into Tatsu is a pretty ethereal experience. The charcoal grey interior is immediately calming. The ambiance is tranquil, with Joan Miro looking Japanese character paintings lining the walls, and fl…