Gourmet luxury travel - Malaysia and the world
Truffle brie, truffle honey, truffle popcorn and even truffle ice cream – it’s truffle season in Canberra and we’re getting the full benefits of its bounty at Lerida Estate. Overlooking Lake George, the estate claims breathtaking views and a prime positi…
Words: Craig Selby Photos: Monica Tindall One of my favourite Chinese festivals is that of the Mid Autumn Festival. Not only is the meaning behind the festival intriguing; it is also an opportunity for that once-a-year delicacy – the mooncake. Although I grew u…
Recently back from wine school in France I’m excited to get back into the scene in Australia to see how my new knowledge adds to my Aussie experience. And, we (dad’s my travel companion on this trip) are in very good hands, those of Australian Wine Maker of the Year […]
Words: Heather Onderick Photos: Monica Tindall There’s no lack of international cuisine in Kuala Lumpur. There are scores of Asian restaurants from every country in the region, brunch spots popping up like wildflowers, and an Italian or three in every commerc…
Fine chocolate is worth crossing the border for, and to learn a little more about the intricacies of this popular treat we cross the state line from our ACT base and enter NSW for a chocolate making and tasting session at Robyn Rowe Chocolates. These handcrafted cre…
At the main entrance of the National Gallery of Australia stands an installation piece that often leaves foreign dignitaries gasping, Australians standing proud, and everyone else in thoughtful reflection. Two hundred hollow log coffins make up The Aborigin…
Words: Shaun Humphries Photos: Monica Tindall Nestled in the recently revamped and re-energized tree-lined KL road named The Row, 2OX (Two-Ox) French Bistro looks like it came straight out of a food and travel magazine. It’s bright and warm. It’s casual and …
What do you do and how did you get into the industry? I am the General Manager of The Point KL Bar & Restaurant. I started off interested in being a chef. With this interest, I did my diploma in hotel management. From there it exposed me to the front […]
Whoever said Canberra was boring was wrong! Gone is the image of dull politicians and not much to do. It’s quickly being replaced with a happening gourmet scene, the arts, and an explosion of fun activities in the great outdoors. Entrepreneurs seem to be flourishi…
Monica Tindall Celebrating one year of opening, Joe’s Bar at East Hotel Canberra has been bustling from the beginning, and the buzz surrounding the good food and friendly chic atmosphere does not seem to be easing. It’s here where dad and I are fortunate to enjoy a …
So you know those ridiculously insane shakes that have been posted all over social media? The ones that make your hips grow and mouth drool just with the images? The glass jars that are filled so high that a cascade of saliva inducing ingredients spill over the top, d…
“A perfect day starts with the perfect coffee and delicious food.” Although this is my first visit to Canberra in over 30 years, and my current base is a good day’s worth of flying away, the reputation of The Cupping Room has already been on my radar. I’m a self-confes…