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 …
Dine With A Local, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Guest writer, Polly Szantor Dines With a Local… Last night I had a treat: the opportunity to enjoy warm, Malaysian hospitality along with a wonderful feast at the home of Encik Halim and his lovely wife Puan Saleha. Dine With a Local is the brainchild of Pauli…
New Menu @ The Mix, Holiday Inn, Shah Alam, Malaysia
Cocktails – always a happy way to commence Yakuza BBQ Chicken – grilled teriyaki chicken with cheese tempura & Japanese slaw – 22RM Fusion Pasta – spaghetti with chicken, chili and pesto – 35RM The Mix Caesar – R…
Garibaldi, Bangsar, Malaysia
The street entrance Handsome, humble and highly capable Chef Giuliano Berta Thick warm slice of focaccia – house made Italian flat bread generously seasoned with fresh herbs, olive oil and sea salt Plenty to choose from in the d…
Yogi Tree, Gardens Mall, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
As you might already know I’m attracted to organic spots and so have visited Yogi Tree in Gardens Mall on a number of occasions. I’ve found the menu to be a bit ‘hit and miss’ in terms of my personal tastes but there are enough items do…