Words: Shaun Humphries Photos: Monica Tindall As someone who’s currently floating through life, meeting a guy like Eddie Ng is a bit of an inspiration. As owner and head chef of REI Contemporary Sushi, Eddie knows exactly what he’s meant to do on …
Afternoon Tea, The Lobby Lounge, The Ritz-Carlton, Kuala Lumpur
A leisurely afternoon tea for me is almost as decadent as an afternoon nap. In this hectic over-scheduled world that I hurtle through, slowing down to luxuriate in time-honoured tradition feels a hedonistic pleasure. Donning a floral frock, sipping tea from chi…
Ginza Tenkuni, 3 Michelin-Starred Japanese, St. Regis KL
Ginza Tenkuni, Kirin Ichiban-inspired Tempura Omakase Menu, The St. Regis Kuala Lumpur Monica Tindall Only available until the 12th of June, is perhaps the most expensive meal I’ve had the fortune of consuming in Malaysia. Prized ingredients, masterful chefs …
Interview with Shaun Ong, Mixologist at Skillet@163
What do you do and how did you get into the industry? At my younger age (3-10) I had been very close to my father. He is a cook and cooked a lot at home for the family. That is how I started to have bit of interest in cooking. […]
Nathalie Gourmet Studio, Vegetarian Menu in Publika, KL
Word: Heather Onderick Photos: Monica Tindall “A chef who says she has nothing to learn from others can close her doors.” said chef Nathalie Arbefuille to us when elaborating on her culinary educational journey over the years. Nathalie is not your “run …
The Library, The Ritz-Carlton, Kuala Lumpur
Framed with floor to ceiling bookshelves, humming with the soft strokes of a skilled pianist, and warmly lit with muted wall lamps, The Library is the latest food and beverage concept to be unveiled following The Ritz-Carlton, Kuala Lumpur’s recent revamp. The d…
Banyan Tree Bangkok, Thailand
Care. It’s the single word that sums up our recent stay at Banyan Tree Bangkok. Arriving mid afternoon, after a long taxi ride that has left me drowsy with all the stopping and starting in Bangkok’s seemingly endless stream of bumper to bumper traffic, my first cont…
Vertigo TOO, Banyan Tree Bangkok, Bar with a View!
The sun is on its decent as we take our lounge seat by the window at Vertigo TOO. Tan leather seats and deep lavender cushions glow as the fingertips of the last rays of sunshine reach into our space. DJ music bounces off the black structures, and lines of golden […]
Barton et Guestier Wine Dinner, Press Room Bistro, Pavilion
Words: Kirsten Durward Photos: Monica Tindall Press Room Bistro in Pavilion KL is always a favourite for delicious fresh food charmingly served in a casual setting. I’m intrigued tonight to see what the kitchen produces to complement the Passeport serie…
Interview with Chef Miguel Cirne
What do you do and how did you get into the industry? I grew up in Porto, a beautiful city in the north of Portugal and my background is in Arts and Architecture and more than 10 years working in decoration and antiques. I worked as creative director for European […]
VIE Hotel Bangkok MGallery by Sofitel, Thailand
Style, location, food and comfort, the VIE Hotel Bangkok MGallery by Sofitel promises much for contemporary travelers, but do they deliver? Style Designed by renowned French architect, J.H. Boiffils, this 5-star hotel is a member of the MGallery by Sofitel col…
Marini’s on 57, Vegetarian Menu & New Meaty Dishes
Words: Kristin Cosgrove Photos: Monica Tindall Too often, especially when it comes to fine dining, vegetarians are forced to pick at the breadbasket and order a side of veggies. Forget having a balanced meal, you’re lucky to find “pasta with red sauce.” But n…