Chef Aaron Khor Chu by Fifty Tales

Aaron Khor, Head chef of the Fifty Tales Group

Chef Aaron Khor In this interview, Aaron Khor, head chef of the Fifty Tales Group and co-founder of Chu by Fifty Tales, shares how he got into the industry, some behind-the-scenes stories and his opinions on the food scene in Kuala Lumpur today. What do you do? I am th…

Chef Denis Lucchi Michelin Stars KL

The Take-over Series -Mandarin Grill x Denis Lucchi

The Take-over Series Monica Tindall Mandarin Grill, Kuala Lumpur, has a whole line-up of unique culinary events planned for local gourmets in The Take-over Series. In the collaborations, famed guest chefs from around the globe occupy the kitchen for several da…

Best eateries in SS2 - Best Cafes in Kuala Lumpur 2023

Café Du Jour, The Hub, SS2 

Café Du Jour Words: Amanda Chin Photos: Monica Tindall As a genuinely Instagrammable gem in the suburbs of Petaling Jaya, Café Du Jour is one of the most charming cafes I’ve seen. Not only do they cater to cool hipster youngsters, but they also serve up your favourit…

Saito Sake Malaysia

Saito Sake in Malaysia – New Labels

Saito Sake – Malaysia Saito Sake recently revealed three new labels in their core range to Malaysia! Saito Sake is brewed in Fushimi, the southern part of Kyoto. It’s said that water from underground brandishes an ideal balance of potassium and magnesium. …

Bubbly Brunch The Ritz-Carlton, Kuala Lumpur

Sunday Roast at the Library, Ritz-Carlton KL

Sunday Roast at The Library Words: Jacob Weber Photos: Monica Tindall For a young man who grew up in the northern English countryside, a ‘Sunday Roast at the Library’ at The Ritz-Carlton, Kuala Lumpur, is like winning a golden ticket to Willy Wonka’s Chocolate Fac…

The Great Mezze Penang Kita Food Festival 2022

The Great Mezze – Penang, Kita 2022

The Great Mezze – Penang If you’re the type to enjoy a Sunday evening spread of tantalisingly tasty dishes, you’ll want to take a gander through Penang’s hub du jour of art, music, food, wine and of course, cake, ChinaHouse, this October 16th for The Great Mez…

New Cafes in Kuala Lumpur 2022

Pokok KL Lalaport, Bukit Bintang

Pokok KL – LaLaport Words: Nichole Ong Photos: Monica Tindall Pokok KL originated as a small glass-house cafe, opening its first branch at MAHSA University in 2018 and enjoying immense popularity since then. Their newest outlet opened just three weeks ag…

Marco Montali Export Manager Siddura Wines

Marco Montali, Export Manager, Siddùra Winery

Marco Montali In this interview, Marco Montali, export manager for Siddùra winery, tells a little about his role and passion for wine and Sardinia. What do you do?I am the export manager for Siddùra winery. I sell our wines all over the world, everywhere I can, exce…

The Sticky Wicket Bukit Damansara

The Sticky Wicket, Sports Bar

The Sticky Wicket Words: Alicia Kennedy Photos: Rich Callahan Are you looking for a place to catch an upcoming sports match while at the same time savouring food and beverage a bit above your average pub grub? Well, look no further. The Sticky Wicket is a place for sp…

The Butcher's Table Sri Hartamas

The Butcher’s Table Sri Hartamas

The Butcher’s Table Sri Hartamas Words: Amanda Chin Photos: Richard Callahan Tucked away in a cosy little nook in Sri Hartamas is where you’ll come across The Butcher’s Table. Another pandemic outlet, but rest assured, this chain has been open for a few years by a d…

Vegan Gluten-free Restaurant KL

The Ganga Café Bangsar -Indian Vegetarian

The Ganga Café Bangsar – Only the Good Stuff Words: Monica Tindall Photos: Rich Callahan Only the Good Stuff – the team at The Ganga Café Bangsar has stood by this motto for nearly a decade! The humble Indian vegetarian restaurant will celebrate ten years of service …

Familia Torres Wines, Malaysia

Familia Torres Wines, Malaysia

Familia Torres Wines, Malaysia Words: Alicia Kennedy Photos: Monica Tindall & Supplied by Torres Suppose you are enthusiastic about savouring a family of wines that go beyond social, environmental and financial sustainability for over five generations…