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Budi Bar Malacca Monica Tindall Dondang Sayang is a form of music (sometimes translated as “love ballad”), that many say originated in Malacca around the 15th Century. Typically, two singers of the opposite sex exchange verse that is often humourous with layere…
Drunken Monkey Melaka – The Sh*!@tiest Bar in Malacca Monica Tindall Just to be clear, “The Sh*@!tiest Bar in Malacca,” are the words of the owner of Drunken Monkey Melaka, not mine! There is nothing classy about this joint. It’s a random collection of adornment wi…
Atas Speakeasy Ipoh Monica Tindall Claiming to be Ipoh’s only authentic 1920’s American-style speakeasy, the team at Atas focus on craft cocktails, good conversations and sustainability. Found in Jalan Theatre, the cocktail bar is only accessed with a reserv…
Farquhar’s Bar Monica Tindall The recent renovations of the Heritage Wing at the Eastern & Oriental Hotel in Penang have also brought about a revamp of Farquhar’s Bar. Transformed from an old-school pub to a stylish cocktail bar (and losing that nasty Penang …
Shelley Yu’s Words: Monica Tindall Photos: Rich Callahan The vibrant setting of Shelley Yu’s in Bangsar is guaranteed to put a splash of cheer in anyone’s day. The cosy restaurant and bar have a covered patio cooled by ceiling fans, a long bar stretching inside the …
Coppersmith Troika Sky Dining Words: Monica Tindall Photos: Rich Callahan The spectacularly grand entrance is a hint that a session at Coppersmith in Troika Sky Dining will be no average experience. A glass walkway housing a five-metre long rug inspired by flat …
Happy Hours Mr Chew’s Chino Latino Bar Words: Monica Tindall Photos: Rich Callahan Times might not be the best for the Malaysian economy at the moment. Still, the food and beverage industry seems determined to keep spirits high. This is ever so true with Happy Hour…
Interlude TTDI Words: Monica Tindall Photos: Rich Callahan It’s been a few years since we last visited Interlude in TTDI. Despite our long absence, our arrival feels familiar and just as welcoming as we recall our first visit. The gastro bar has maintained its …
Sakura Den Words: Monica Tindall Photos: Rich Callahan Sakura Den is a place where drinking is guilt-free as booze is combined with health tonics, liquor with Chinese medicine. At this craft cocktail bar off Old Klang Road, you can literally detox as you retox…
Jann, Four Points by Sheraton Kuala Lumpur Words: Patricia Podorsek Photos: Monica Tindall At the centre of the Chinatown KL revival lies the shiny new Four Points by Sheraton Kuala Lumpur. Opened just a few short months, the hotel is already pushing the limit…
New Craft Cocktails KL Words: Kitty Noble Photos: Richard Callahan KL has a plethora of cool, hip bars whipping up some fantastic craft cocktails. To stay on top of the game, however, they must continually curate and refine menus to remain competitive. Only ju…
Aviary Bar & The Jungle Bird Monica Tindall Back in 1973 in Aviary Bar, Hilton Kuala Lumpur, a legend was born. Head bartender at the time, Jeffrey Ong Swee Teik, created the Jungle Bird. This beverage has since gained international acclaim and is found on cock…