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Cholas by WTF Words: Monica Tindall Photos: Rich Callahan Cholas by WTF is an exciting opening for vegetarians and Indian food lovers in KL. Presenting meat-free recipes in a fine dining environment, the restaurant turns an elegant evening out with friends or a d…
Sage Restaurant and Wine Bar Words: Alison Christ Photos: Rich Callahan Some say Champagne is the way to a woman’s heart; I have to agree. Harin, the Sommelier at Sage must understand this as well. After a brief intro, he quickly says the magic words, “Champagne, la…
Nobu One-for-One Omakase Words: Anna Chew Photos: Monica Tindall Despite food and beverage outlets starting to re-open, many are still faced with fearful diners who choose to stay at home or get delivery from their most-loved outlets. We are all adapting to the n…
Sabayon CMCO Menu Words: Monica Tindall Photos: Rich Callahan Sabayon in EQ emerges from the two-month movement control cocoon with several adaptations that guests are sure to appreciate. A revamped area, le petit Sabayon, offers al fresco dining. They…
FLOUR Rises – Jalan Kamuning Monica Tindall Chef Yogesh Upadhyay has never been one to follow the crowd, and he shows true to form by opening a shiny-new restaurant in the middle of a pandemic. They say there is a fine line between insanity and genius and we…
Restaurants for Special Occasions KL Monica Tindall Kuala Lumpur is blessed with a wide range of dining options. From street food to casual cafes, speciality restaurants to fine dining, there is something to meet the needs of just about any dining preference. Bu…
Sabayon EQ KL ** Chef Boren is no longer with the EQ. Words: Monica Tindall Photos: Rich Callahan Towering 51 storeys into the skyline, Sabayon at SKY51 EQ Kuala Lumpur is taking fine dining, literally, to new heights. The restaurant is not only a beautiful spac…
Copper Bar & Restaurant Monica Tindall Penang continues to up the game with yet another restaurant and bar set to leave its mark on gourmet registers; Copper Bar & Restaurant. This newly opened dining and drinking cove sports a sophisticated setting, co…
Chef Wai at The Library Words: Patricia Podorsek Photos: Monica Tindall Any time Monica sends me some options for upcoming reviews and I see The Ritz-Carlton Kuala Lumpur on the list, I don’t hesitate to say yes. Consistently classy and inventive, the hotel’s …
Words: Anna Chew Photos: Monica Tindall The paradox of DC Restaurant and chef-proprietor Darren Chin is that it sets lofty standards and he constantly tries to break them. One cannot separate the emotive chef from the restaurant; his eye for perfection and de…
Monica Tindall The Dining Room at The Datai Langkawi serves as a cheery location for breakfast for hotel guests and a relaxing spot for a bite of lunch during the day but at night it transforms into a modern fine-dining restaurant. European cooking techniques with …
Words: Anna Chew Photos: Monica Tindall What do you bring with you when you enter Le Petit Chef’s lair? Probably a sprinkling of cynicism and a dash of excitement all rolled into one little package of expectation. If you’re in for a quirky and creative meal combin…