Gourmet luxury travel - Malaysia and the world
In search for some of the best dining in Bali, our quest ended with a stunning conclusion at Sakala Bali. On the beachfront directly across from the Chedi Sakala resort, Sakala Bali proffers palm-lined Indian Ocean views from both its chilled indoor setting an…
Lofty ceilings, grand golden chandeliers and majestic furnishings imbue a feeling of greatness in Lai Po Heen. Private rooms are splendid but our preferred tables are those by the window overlooking the manicured gardens and fountains of KLCC Park. In the eve…
One of the few elegant dining restaurants to stand the test of time, Le Midi French Italian Restaurant, in Bangsar Shopping Centre has undergone some changes since our last visit. A new chef, Andrea Alimenti now heads up the team. On our first visit we fell in lo…
Chocolate Cake with Vanilla English Cream – La Scala, Italian Restaurant Kuala Lumpur La Scala, Italian Restaurant La Scala is sure to soon become one of the most popular Italian eateries in the city. Style, service, a good wine list and traditional cuisin…
What do you do and how did you get into the industry? I am a chef de partie at Fisherman’s Cove. After graduation, I was initially torn between pursuing a biology degree and joining the culinary industry as I have a profound interest in both fields. Eventually …
Tamarind Hill Restaurant, Thai-Burmese Cuisine A candlelit stairway winds up to the entrance of Tamarind Hill restaurant. Red Chinese lanterns hang from the bamboo-lined path and the sound of running water gets stronger as we ascend. Torches and candles glow i…
The Yum List has been making lists of romantic itineraries to share with your loved one for a special evening together in Kuala Lumpur. We plan on creating more line-ups (ideas welcome), but our first five here are luxurious options, ideal for special occasions su…
Miss Manners once said, “There are three possible parts to a date, of which at least two must be offered: entertainment, food, and affection. It is customary to begin a series of dates with a great deal of entertainment, a moderate amount of food, and the merest sug…
Every year restaurants around the city set out to make Valentine’s Day a special occasion for couples by putting together romantic set menus. We’ve been wowed by a few this season so take your pick from the delicious line up below. Click on the title li…
Entrance to Tamarind Springs Restaurant Tamarind Springs, Jungle-Luxe Dining We descend the candlelit pathway into a jungle paradise. Lush tropical verdure borders the trail and Chinese lanterns gently rock to and fro in the soft breeze. As we continue, our …
Al Fresco Dining Views, The Restaurant, The Club Valentine’s Menu at The Restaurant, The Club Words by Kirsten Durward Photos by The Yum List (Monica Tindall) Is it worth driving to Subang for this meal? Well that would depend how much you wish to impr…
Hugel and Fils Wines Hugel and Fils Wines at Lai Po Heen, Mandarin Oriental Kuala Lumpur It’s always a delight to dine at Mandarin Oriental’s Chinese restaurant, Lai Po Heen, but pair it with some fine French wine and the experience is elevated to scrumptiously ple…