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Words: Craig J Selby Photos: Monica Tindall It was my first Dapur Mekwa Grub Club. Local fare, with a twist, I was told. Driving across the city to the unknown depths of Kuala Lumpur (well, Melawati), I couldn’t help but wonder what lay in store for us that evening…
Fincch Sushi Room Monica Tindall Just as the songbird might woo your hears with its sweet warble, Fincch Sushi Room hopes to croon to your taste buds with its fresh flavours and affordable menu. Importing seafood from Tokyo’s celebrated Tsukiji Fish Market, this …
Words: Kirsten Durward Photos: Monica Tindall Luk Yu Tea House pays tribute to China’s tea house and dim sum culture right in the heart of Bukit Bintang. Tucked away at the back of Feast Village in Starhill Gallery, the outlet re-creates the warm and welcoming a…
Monica Tindall Ask a local for a recommendation of a good Chinese restaurant in a hotel in KL and Shanghai at JW Marriott Kuala Lumpur is a frequent response. Sure there are lots of great value Chinese kitchens around the city but if you’re looking for something a lit…
Words: Craig J Selby Photos: Monica Tindall This outlet is now closed in Bangsar. The dragon on the wall is both impressive and a tad intimidating at Kouzu Bangsar. Stretching the entire wall, this fantastic piece of ‘almost’ pop-art signals that this venue i…
Words: Claire Matheson Photos: Monica Tindall Adventurous and exotic pre-dinner drinks in Sarawak and Sabah. A sophisticated and enticing entree in Kuala Lumpur. A main feast for the senses in Johor. Tempting and traditional dessert in Penang. All washed do…
Chinese New Year is here and restaurants around Kuala Lumpur have some tasty menus lined up to delight the most budget-conscious of diners all the way up to those looking to completely indulge. Check out our round-up of menus for Chinese New Year in Kuala Lumpur 20…
Words: Craig J Selby Photos: Monica Tindall We are so very lucky to live in Malaysia with an abundance of fantastic food, and even more so during festive times. As we enter into the Chinese Year of the Dog, we’re embraced by those familiar ting ting ting…
Words: Matt Jones Photos: Monica Tindall Situated at the epicentre of what is quickly becoming known as the new Korea Town, Han Wa Dam is quite literally the ‘Korean place to gather with friends, chat and drink wine’. Occupying an enormous 4500 square foot site …
Words: Heather Onderick Photos: Monica Tindall Located in TTDI, surrounded by chic cafes and cute link houses, Kouzu (Japanese restaurant) is a unique and equally creative addition to this charming neighborhood. Walk in the doors and the low light create…
Monica Tindall It seems cooking classes as a form of leisure are a “thing” at the moment. Whether you’re learning the finer points of cake decorating from the cooking channel, acquiring the knowledge of a master baker in a professional school, or getting the basic…
Words: Alison Brand Photos: Monica Tindall For those of you familiar with the concept of a Japanese izakaya, and for those unaware that an izakaya is a type of informal Japanese tavern, I have some fabulous news! Bocosan Izakaya is a brand new dining space in th…