Sonic Seasoning – Frank’s Bar KL Monica Tindall We know that music can change your mood and the entire vibe of a bar, but can sound actually change the taste of your drink? Sonic seasoning, or enhancing the taste of your food by listening to certain types of mus…
Chef Jean Private Kitchen Words: Rebecca CannonPhotos Rich Callahan My Spanish Mum was furious at me. “You lived in Galicia, the home of pulpo [octopus], for a year always refusing to eat it, then you move to Malaysia, and suddenly you decide to eat it?!R…
Brunch at The Sphere – Five O’clock Brasserie Word: Monica Tindall Photos: Rich Callahan Surrounded by lush green landscaping, the casual yet stylish setting of Five O’clock Brasserie is perfect for brunch at The Sphere. Offering all-day d…
Five O’clock Brasserie Words: Kitty Noble Photos: Rich Callahan Five O’clock Brasserie is the latest opening in Bangsar South bringing 2020 to a close. Surrounded by a jungle of green, run by long-standing staff from a sister restaurant, and with a menu sure to pl…
The Future of Restaurants Jean Michel Fraisse, hospitality and tourism consultant, restaurateur and former director of studies of Taylors School of Hospitality & Tourism, shares an insider perspective on the future of restaurants post-Covid-19. Jean M…
Jean Michel Fraisse Jean Michel Fraisse chef, educator and consultant, shares with us his passion for life and cooking, and some insight into life behind the scenes of a restaurant. What do you do and how did you get into the industry? I wear many hats, from educator…
Ben Baek In this interview, Ben Baek shares some of the challenges of setting up a restaurant for the first time and his love for Korean cuisine. What do you do and how did you get into the industry? I run Coré the Korean Cuisine at Tropicana Avenue. I’ve been […]
Parklife Bangsar South Words: Anna Chew Photos: Rich Callahan If you are looking for healthy food that is delicious and caters to vegans, pescatarians, meat-lovers, gluten-intolerant folks and more, we’ve got a place for you! The owners of Parklife in Bangs…
Discovery Pico Laser KL Monica Tindall I love to be outdoors, but the sun is just not good for my skin. Dreams of a golden tan dominated my teen years and, unfortunately, it took me quite a few burns to teach me that that was never going to happen for […]
Surfers Paradise Marriott – 5-Star Accommodation Gold Coast Monica Tindall Australia’s Gold Coast is an attractive holiday destination for all age groups. Stunning natural beauty, a multitude of theme parks and just about year-round blue skies see visitors t…
Misono Japanese Steakhouse – Eatertainment on the Gold Coast Monica Tindall If you enjoy a bit of entertainment with your dinner, then a booking at Misono Japanese Steakhouse at Surfers Paradise Marriott Resort & Spa is a must. Most have at least seen on TV, if …
In this interview, Peter Tuckey, co-founder of XO Tea Australia, shares with The Yum List why he got into the industry in the first place and some of his recommendations for enjoying the perfect cuppa. (Peter Tuckey is pictured on the right and co-founder Arjun Kum…
