Gourmet luxury travel - Malaysia and the world
Massage Oils Satkara Spa, Casa del Rio, Melaka Words by Brooke Keel Photos by The Yum List (Monica Tindall) The Satkara Spa encompasses three treatment rooms, two of them doubles and one single, all with darling balconies and views of the Malakan hillside a…
Located between the party scene of Legian and the more refined shopping and entertainment district of Seminyak, guests of TS Suites Leisure are a few minutes from either. The busiest shopping street in hip Seminyak is within walking distance, and endless din…
Moussandra Moussandra, Mediterranean Cuisine, Publika Words by Suji Dehart Photos by The Yum List Moussandra has been a fixture in the dining scene in Kuala Lumpur since 1996. Until two years ago, it was located in the city center, but now is located in Solaris Dut…
Location It wasn’t until we’d seen the Uluwatu cliffs and beaches below viewed from Semara Luxury Villa Resort that we truly fell in love with Bali. Sadly many tourists only see the unpleasantness of Kuta and miss the many natural wonders of the island. Situate…
River Cafe, Casa del Rio, Melaka River Cafe, Casa del Rio, Melaka Words by Brooke Keel Photos by The Yum List (Monica Tindall) The River Cafe at Casa del Rio in Melaka is a casual, airy corner spot situated on the riverfront. With plenty of daylight and a laid back […]
Chasing sunsets in Bali we couldn’t help but be drawn to UNIQUE Rooftop Bar and Restaurant at Rimba Jimbaran. From the same creators of Rock Bar Bali, we knew it would have to be something special. Spin around views of the Uluwatu Hills to the south-east and glori…
Caning Jaramillo Being a fervent traveller, I’ve experienced more than my fair share of dodgy tour operators. Because of poor past experiences I often prefer to travel independently. There are times however when a guide is necessary, especially in developing c…
Less than a year old, with a roaring reputation for smoke, flames and all things charred, Barbacoa is the latest restaurant to ignite the dining scene in Seminyak. Barbacoa Bar Having the appearance of a renovated warehouse, the ceilings are double storey with gi…
Caning Jaramillo and Monica Tindall If you’re having a blast enjoying the incredible Mara River Safari Lodge and Bali Safari and Marine Park, for instance: taking an elephant ride; wandering around the gorgeous complex; embarking on a camel excursion; …
Chef Bao, Baba, Sri panwa Interview with Chef Bao of Baba, Sri panwa What do you do and how did you get into the industry? My culinary journey started almost 20 years ago when I was first taught fruit carving, which is the art of carving fruit in intricate detail […]
About eight years ago, in the perspicacious gourmet community of Kuala Lumpur, a delicious murmur was whispered from foodie’s ear to foodie’s ear. Rumour had it that a magnificent chef, straight out of the world-renowned kitchen of Spain’s El Bulli, had grac…
Words: Polly Szantor Makan Kitchen chose the perfect name for their Weekend High Tea Buffet to celebrate the commemoration of Merdeka and Malaysia Day. “Shiok” is a Malay expression meaning sheer happiness and pleasure; these days it’s often used to describe ou…