Inventive mixologist, Karl at Tate, The Intermark, has been letting his creative juices flow and designing some decidedly memorable cocktails. Using some classic mixers and adding a touch of local flavour some of his newbies are a cheery change to the regular li…
Afternoon Tea @ The Pressroom, Bangsar, Malaysia
After a day of shopping at BSC, a fitting spot to take a rest and refuel is The Pressroom. The breezy open setting yawning out to a verdant oasis is perfect to regain your breathe and recharge your tummy. Ideally choose a table adjacent to the garden to ma…
Mochi Sweets, The Gardens, Bangsar, Malaysia
Drawn to a hovering crowd, like an insect to the light, I discovered the Mochi Sweets stand in Gardens Mall. Glutinous rice flour pounded into a soft chewy casing and filled with creamy not too sweet ice cream was the cause of the commotion. After making my purchase t…
Zaini Satay, Ampang Jaya, KL, Malaysia
Who knew that this humble satay stall in Naan Corner has a legendary history? Zaini happens to be the grandson of the famous “king of satay” who began Majid Satay way back when Dang Wangi was known as Campbell Road. As Zaini tells it, his grandfather sta…
Nerofico 3rd Anniversary, Damansara, Malaysia
Nerofico celebrated its third anniversary last Wednesday evening with free flowing drinks, captivating canapes and a lively line up of entertainment. Living up 100% to the vibrant atmosphere it already has a reputation for, the fabulous h…
From Backyard to Table with Chef Ian Hommel
A true practitioner of eating sustainable and local, chef Ian Hommel of Vermont, USA, shares with The Yum List, a little on how he got prepared for the winter… “A cat will look down to a man. A dog will look up to a man. But a pig will look […]
Croisette Cafe, Bangsar, Malaysia
Not on any commercial strip, Croisette Cafe is a destination restaurant. Huddled in a cosy corner of Cascadium Condominium you’ll find humble settings and food that tastes just like grandma’s. This is the type of place where staff remember y…
After Ate Dessert Bar, The Intermark, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Five desserts and a number of cocktails later two ladies left After Ate happily satisfied. Featuring, from the Speciality Dessert Menu: Sticky Date Pudding with vanilla ice cream – simple, sweet, sticky; Banoffee Pie with coffee ice …
Sushi @ Isetan KLCC, Malaysia
The supermarket section of Isetan, in KLCC, has to offer some of the highest quality take-away sushi that you can find in KL. Always super fresh, tasty and pretty – it’s an easy snack or quick meal. Ground Flood Isetan Suria KLCC Kuala Lumpur Malaysia…
FLOW – What is the state of our water supply… really?
Oh my… Flow: For the Love Of Water, is another DVD that makes you truly think about the state of the world and how lucky we are to live in Malaysia where most have access to a reasonably clean low cost water supply. It seems the human races’ general lack […]
Pietro, Damansara Endah, KL, Malaysia
Entering Pietro Ristorante Italiano you are greeted by a clean smart interior, long open bar and gentle Italian tunes serenading the background. Although a large area, there are sufficient nooks, corners, upstairs and private rooms for you to find a space to sui…
Antipodean, Bangsar, Malaysia
Antipodean came highly recommended by friends as a cafe to happily pass a morning in Bangsar. If you ignore the view from the window you could easily believe you were in a sophisticated nook in Melbourne or Sydney. The cool sharp setting with staff uniformed in blac…