New Majestic Hotel, Boutique Stay, Singapore The lobby is awash with white. Sapphire and cerise wing back chairs make a stark contrast to the ivory paleness of the rest of the room. A bronze statue of an Asian man, naked, kneeling on one knee with head slightly bowed…
How to Drive from Kuala Lumpur to Singapore
Caning Jaramillo For years we’ve flown from Kuala Lumpur to Singapore assuming it’s the fastest way to arrive. We recently made the trip by car, however, and soon discovered how convenient and easy the trip actually is. After our smooth first attemp…
Cocotte, French Cuisine, Wanderlust Hotel, Singapore
Little India might seem like an unlikely neighbourhood to find some of the most talked about French cuisine in the city, but indeed it is the home to some of the most frank European fare we’ve had on the island of Singapore. Nestled on the ground floor of the Wand…
Kogetsu, Japanese, Saujana Hotel KL
Mixed Sashimi Platter – Kogestu, Saujana Hotel Lunch at Kogetsu – “99 Delectable Dishes” Words by Brooke Keel Photos by The Yum List (Monica Tindall) If elegantly prepared, classical Japanese cuisine is your style, then you absolutely must pay a vi…
Anantara Seminyak Resort and Spa, Bali, Indonesia
Seminyak is one of Bali’s most fashionable beach locations and Anantara Resort and Spa makes the most of its proximity to restaurants, bars, spas and chic boutiques by providing luxurious contemporary accommodations to match the happening surrounds. Loca…
Charcoal, Saujana Hotel Kuala Lumpur, Shah Alam, Malaysia
Chef Robert Cutting the Tomahawk at Charcoal Charcoal, Saujana Hotel Words by Brooke Keel Photos by The Yum List (Monica Tindall) Using classic Malaysian styled grill techniques with a contemporary flair, Charcoal offers up a delicious array of meats and seafo…
Grand Hyatt Bali, Nusa Dua, Indonesia
Bali’s exclusive gated community of Nusa Dua is home to the Grand Hyatt Bali. Celebrated for its laundered sandy beaches, aquamarine shallows, restricted access and proximity to the Convention Centre and Golf and Country Club, the location is transparentl…
Wild Orchid, Anantara Resort and Spa, Seminyak, Bali
Situated directly on Seminyak Beach, Wild Orchid restaurant first captured our attention with their gourmet breakfasts. After nearly three weeks of travel in Bali, we’d done our fare share of sampling and found the morning fare at Anantara Resort and Spa undoub…
O’Batignolles, Wine Bar & Bistrot, Singapore
O’Batignolles, Wine Bar & Bistrot, Singapore O Batignolles Wine Bar and French Bistrot Comforting and unpretentious, this quintessential Parisian style bistro is an inviting locale at any time of day. Stopping in for a hearty meal, or just …
Interview with Thomas Brack, General Manager, The 9th Floor, Phuket, Thailand
General Manager Thomas Brack and Team at The 9th Floor Interview with Thomas Brack, General Manager, The 9th Floor, Phuket What do you do and how did you get into the industry? I spent a long time, 1978 – 1995, in the textile business which involved a lot …
Pasar Senggol, Grand Hyatt Bali, Nusa Dua, Indonesia
A modern take on the Balinese night market is found at Pasar Senggol. The open amphitheatre at the centre of the resort of Grand Hyatt Bali hosts a tribute to Bali through a marvellous showcase of food, handicrafts and cultural performances. Seating is tiered, …
My Seafood Mart, Fresh and Frozen Seafood Delivery, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Frozen Spiny Lobster My Seafood Mart Fresh and Frozen Local Seafood Delivery Service Words by Caning Jaramillo There’s nothing like fresh seafood, but honestly, even after living in Kuala Lumpur for so many years I’ve had difficulty findin…