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Monica Tindall Abruzzo, Italy, one of our top travel destinations for 2018, has much to offer. Away from the crowds of the iconic cities such as Rome and Florence, Abruzzo offers fine food, fine wine and beautiful accommodation for far less than its better-known c…
Monica Tindall Mention Italian wines and your first thoughts might turn to a Barolo from Piedmont, a rich powerful Amarone from Verona or a popular Super Tuscan. Rarely would the wines from Abruzzo make the list, unless, that is, you’re someone in the know. Well, a…
Monica Tindall Who wants to sleep in a castle? Me! And, that is just what we did on our recent trip to Italy’s vibrant region of Abruzzo. Abruzzo – Top Travel Destination for 2018! Named CNN’s top travel destination for 2018, this beautiful area of Italy is only just b…
Monica Tindall The most well-known of the Cantina Zaccagnini wines are immediately recognised by their signature rustic label tied off with a small twig of wood. Although the label looks rather hipster, the winery has been established since 1978 and is known for …
Vincognito Hoi An – Wine Bar & Trattoria Words; Louise MillerPhotos; Monica Tindall Down an unassuming yet charming alleyway in the old town of Hoi An, set back from the narrow street, stands the stunning Art Deco villa that houses the new Italian wine b…
Amici Bali by Enrico Bartolini – Italian Restaurant Seminyak Monica Tindall Fortunate to have many chef friends in Bali, when I asked for a restaurant recommendation not too far from my hotel that was worth writing home about, the suggestions were many! Ba…
Valentina Cucina e Bar – Italian Rooftop Restaurant, Bukit Jalil Words: Christina Morgan Photos: Peter Tan Valentina Cucina e Bar is an elegant rooftop restaurant in Bukit Jalil serving authentic Italian cuisine. We try a tasting menu and some key …
Monti 1-Altitude Melaka – Italian Restaurant Monica Tindall Renowned for breathtaking 360 views, award-winning cuisine, and quintessential Italian service in Singapore, Monti Italian restaurant has reached new heights at MelakaR…
Osteria Emilia Mont Kiara Words: Jacob Weber Photos: Rich Callahan An ‘osteria’ is a ‘traditional wine bar that has evolved to serve simple meals’. Well, the wine at Osteria Emilia in Mont Kiara is certainly authentic – but the meals are anything but simple. The ri…
Earth Hour 2023 Claire Matheson Since their foundation, Hard Rock Hotels have championed the idea of ‘Saving the Planet’. This 2023, Hard Rock Hotel Desaru Coast, in partnership with the World Wildlife Fund, is celebrating its biggest Earth Hour y…
Via Pre KL Words: Jacob Weber Photos: Rich Callahan A ‘trattoria’ is defined as a “small, traditionally family-owned, casual rustic neighbourhood restaurant found throughout Italy that serves fresh, unassuming local food”. Whi…
Dolce Vita Ristorante & Pizzeria, Italian Restaurant in Bangsar South Words: Han Sen Hau Photos: Monica Tindall It is impossible to visit Dolce Vita Ristorante & Pizzeria, the latest project by the Portofino Group Malaysia, without considering Fede…