Juliet Wine Bar – Bangsar Photos: Rich CallahanWords: Jacob Weber Long day? Tough meeting? Or just looking for a nice glass of decent wine somewhere that doesn’t feel stuffy and pretentious? Time for a drink with Juliet. Juliet Wine Bar is all …
Aaron Phua – Chef & Co-Owner of Fifty Tales
Aaron Phua In this interview, Aaron Phua, founder, chef and co-owner of Fifty Tales, shares his backstory and future plans. What do you do? I take charge mainly of the noodle menu, drinks menu and also the front of house. How did you get into the industry? I got into […]
Flat Earth Tacos, APW, Bangsar
Flat Earth Tacos Words: Amanda Chin Photos: Richard Callahan If you’re ever feeling cantankerous, be more than reassured that having tacos on any other day that’s not Taco Tuesday is A-okay. When Monica asked me along to Flat Earth Tacos, my immediate reaction to …
Brunch at Monroe, KLoé Hotel, Bukit Bintang
Brunch at Monroe Words: Matt BrownPhotos: Rich Callahan Inspired by US-style diners (although with far more impressive furnishings and sense of style), Monroe presents a chance for guests and visitors to relax and find more fun in a hotel dining experience than …
Petite Maison Brasserie – Pavilion Embassy Ampang
Petite Maison Brasserie Words: Christina MorganPhotos: Monica Tindall Newly opened in Pavilion Embassy on Jalan Ampang, Petite Maison Brasserie is an intimate and classy bistro that instantly whisked me away to the romantic streets of Paris. The interior des…
Hidden Bar Avenue K – Frank’s
Hidden Bar Avenue K – Frank’s Bar Words: Jacob WeberPhotos: Rich Callahan Ol’ Blue Eyes himself would have loved a drink at this hidden bar in Avenue K – and not just because it’s named after him. Frank’s Bar, a homage to Frank Sinatra, is a classy joint – …
Gin Rik Sha, Bukit Damansara Modern Indian
Gin Rik Sha Words: Stephen Reid Photos Rich Callahan Located in the leafy, upscale neighbourhood of Bukit Damansara, Gin Rik Sha serves modern Indian food that is bang up-to-date, reflecting dishes and cuisine from the whole of India rather than a single region. …
Experience Something Else: Kita Food Festival
Experience Something Else: Kita Food Festival Words: Tim JayPhotos: Monica Tindall There are a lot of big things happening downtown, near Petaling Street. Post-pandemic almost seems like an oxymoron when discussing the revival of this area in Kuala Lumpur. Ca…
Suzie A Ahmad – Director of Spa & Wellness
Suzie A Ahmad In this interview, Suzie A Ahmad, director of spa and wellness at Amaala by Ambong-Ambong in Langkawi, tells what her role involves and shares some interesting behind-the-scenes stories. What do you do? I am the Director of Spa & Wellness at Amaa…
Pearlite KL – Bukit Jalil, Asian Fine Dining Fusion
Pearlite KL – Bukit Jalil Words: Christina Morgan Photos: Rich Callahan Pearlite, located directly across from Pavilion Bukit Jalil, provides a unique fine dining fusion experience orchestrated by the multi-talented head chef, Sau Xiang. Funk…
The Chamber, Starhill Gallery, Liquor Store
The Chamber, Starhill Gallery Words: Han Sen Hau Photos: Rich Callahan There isn’t much to say about The Chamber at Starhill Gallery that hasn’t already been said elsewhere, at least superficially. A luxurious 4,600 sq. ft. boutique that houses some of the world…
103 Coffee Chow Kit, Cafe Kuala Lumpur
103 Coffee Chow Kit Words: Nichole Ong Photos: Rich Callahan Newly opened 103 Coffee is already bustling with life at Chow Kit. Such energy reflects the excitement attributed to its internationally award-winning baristas whipping up classics such as ar…