Gourmet luxury travel - Malaysia and the world
Words: Kirsten Durward Photos: Monica Tindall It is always good to have friends, but having friends with contacts in the wine business is surely second to none. It is mainly thanks to one of our favourite restauranteurs and wine importers in Kuala Lumpur, Yin-…
What do you do and how did you get into the industry? My sister and I are the founders and operators of Asia Mex Concepts S/B, which owns the brands Fresca Mexican Kitchen & Bar, Dolly Dim Sum and Bankara Ramen. Having studied and worked abroad for many years, I […]
Say the name Ritz-Carlton and immediately I think of glitz and glam. Overlooking Marina Bay and its associated iconic landmarks, the location certainly promises to fall in line with the luxurious reputation of this brand. Recent renovations, flawless service …
We can usually find an excuse for a cocktail at just about anytime of the day, but it’s Friday night, we’re at The Ritz-Carlton, Millenia Singapore, and have been promised a journey across the seas with signature Colony cocktails – no excuse needed. Colony, the hot…
Words: Dominique Montiel Photos: Monica Tindall As I ventured into the mystical, unknown, and promising land of Pavilion’s 7th floor I struggled to quiet my giggling excitement. I felt like a little girl discovering that there were colours other than pi…
This week The Yum List gets some advice from some food savvy fourth graders. Some of these youngsters are in the process of learning English as a second or third language, so have done an incredible job of communicating their passion. Check out KL’s best rest…
Words: Monica R. Clear Photos: Monica Tindall The first thing that hits you when you enter the Rondaevoo Café in Bandar Sri Damansara, after the verbal, “Welllllcommmmme!” from staff, is the space. Rondaevoo has a great ambience – full of natural l…
Words: Han Sen Hau Photos: Monica Tindall Christmas in the tropics, particularly in a country like Malaysia, is… celebrated differently than most. For the rest of the world, once December hits, several things start to happen. In New York, Central Park dazz…
RAWC – Ribbery and Wine Co. RAWC, Ribbery and Wine Co. Ribs and wine! Wine and ribs! RAWC in Singapore’s jazzy Bukit Timah area is making pork-loving tummies grumble and wine craving taste buds croon with their streamlined offerings. At least a doz…
Stratosphere, The Roof Up in the Stratosphere Words by Craig J Selby Photos by The Yum List (Monica Tindall) Viewing Petaling Jaya from an open rooftop some 30-something stories above 1 Utama and its surrounding districts is quite an awesome experience. Ignorin…
Signature – Restaurant, Lounge and Bar The Roof, Signature – Restaurant – Lounge – Bar Our ears pop as the elevator climbs swiftly to the top floor of the office block, 1 First Avenue, in Bandar Utama. We’re headed to The Roof – a food, beverage an…
Finding the perfect gift for Valentine’s Day can be such a chore. Here we’ve put together some gourmet goodies that might be just the thing for this season of love. (Click on the title link of each to find full details). Hand Crafted Chocolate by the Wor…