Crusty rye and corn breads, olive oil and balsamic vinegar Amuse Bouche – soft boiled & fried quail egg with minced curry leaves Brik Pastry Cigar – tomatoes, goats curd, vinegar, olive, Dutch basil Angus Carpaccio – pecorino, rocket pul…
Weissbrau, Straits Quay Marina Mall, Penang, Malaysia
An assortment of drinks makes everyone happy Schneider Weisse – Blonde, Kristal & Unser Each beer expertly poured into the appropriate glass Indoors by the bar, outdoors by the marina, at a low or high table, whatever your fancy Caesar Salad – re…
Where to Stay and Eat in Ipoh, Perak, Malaysia
For a quick escape from congested KL, Ipoh is an easy two hour drive north on an excellent highway. Famous for plump bean sprouts, silky noodles and pork satay, Ipoh has a whole lot more to offer than the already well known street food. Limestone caves, nature wal…
Where to Get a Drink in Danang, Vietnam
Australian Food and Beverage Service Trainer, Ms. Ursula Donnellan, currently working in Danang Vietnam, shares with The Yum List her favourite spots to grab a bite and a drink after work. The Red Sky Restaurant and Bar, Danang, Vietnam “The Red Sky …
Shanghai Brunch, Shook, Starhill Gallery, Bukit Bintang, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Could there be a finer way to kick off a Sunday afternoon than with a glass of bubbly (Laurent Perrier) or a fine drop of sav blanc from Marlborough? Cheese heaven! Check out the phenomenal selection of both soft and hard varieties. A little dried fruit to comp…
Indulgence Boutique Hotel, Ipoh, Malaysia
The beautifully restored colonial building – Indulgence Bathroom in the Moroccan suite All guests are greeted with welcome drinks and a sweet and savoury finger food platter + Plenty of room to keep your bags and belongings organized…
Allegra, Meru Valley Resort, Ipoh, Perak, Malaysia
Allegra – meaning happy and also the name of Julie’s grandaughter Gourmet products – many imported from Australia – they even stock REAL Tim Tams! Wine available at retail prices can be enjoyed on the balcony + fresh produce…
Indulgence Restaurant, Ipoh, Malaysia
Julie has over 300 cakes in her repetoire and continues to create more based on what ingredients are in season Coconut and pumpkin slice Tiramisu – this version with alcohol – divine! Savoury pastries – popular on-the-…
Dukes & Duchess, TTDI, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
The interior – not quite ready but looking attractive. Ice cold beer! Each poured into an ice cold mug. Check out the frosty sides. Champinones – sleek button mushrooms, chopped and sauteed with herbs and oil. Artichoke Topped Toasts – tangy f…
Pun Chun Chicken Biscuits and Restaurant, Bidor, Perak, Malaysia
The humble shop front – public holidays and weekends often see a crowd of travelers lining the streets in await for a table at Pun Chun Crispy Won Tons filled with minced prawns and pork – Pun Chun is known for making their wrappers and noodles fro…
Artisan Roast Coffee, TTDI, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
For a saporific cuppa and sacchariferous treats, Artisan Roasters has your taste buds covered. Expert roasters Michael and Amirah only source zero grade beans, which means every single bean is perfect with no defects. They take their roasting seriously too and …
Opika, 1 Utama, Petaling Jaya, Malaysia
Three cheers for Opika – a new organic restaurant in 1 Utama. First cheer for offering organic foods. Second cheer for buying what they can locally and attempting to support sustainable farming practices. Third cheer for managing to do the first two …