Italian food is a love of ours and we’re fortunate that there are quite a number of great Italian restaurants in Kuala Lumpur. From family friendly to upscale and romantic, there are a solid number of choices. Wood-fired pizza, hand-made pasta, meticulou…
October 2018
Bar Shake Platinum Park, Hidden Japanese Bar
Words: Monica Tindall Photos: Rich Callahan The newest bar on the KL cocktail scene brings meticulous attention to detail in handcrafted cocktails and boutique Japanese spirits to the city centre with a well-loved maestro in the industry, Sam Kinugawa, in the s…
Strine Wine Co, High-Quality Australian Wine, KL
“Purveyors and exporters of fine Australian wines from boutique, high-quality producers.” Monica Tindall There’s something about small, independent providers (of just about anything) that I find attractive. Boutique industries almost always show more ca…
CooLifting, Red Carpet Facial, Lyfe Clinic
Monica Tindall Popularly nicknamed, the Red Carpet Facial, CooLifting has taken the celebrity world by storm. Said to reduce the appearance of your skin by 10 years in five minutes, of course, I couldn’t wait to give it a go! The team at Lyfe Clinic in PJ have the tech…
Four Seasons KL Brunch – Sunday Buffet Kuala Lumpur
Words: Patricia Podorsek Photos: Monica Tindall Words that come to mind stepping off the elevator into the lobby of the new Four Seasons Hotel Kuala Lumpur: Elegance. Style. Sophistication. Long, clean lines greet guests in understated shades of gray and ivory…
Five Elements Pop-Up Experience, Lafite, Shangri-La KL
Words: Monica Tindall Photos: Rich Callahan I view pop-up dining events much like a chef’s table. It’s a chance for chefs to be creative and also an opportunity for diners to try something new. Five Elements Pop-Up Experience at Lafite certainly ticks both of thes…
Skewer Bar KL, Brazilian Cachaca Bar, Samba, Avenue K
Words: Karen Callahan & Monica Tindall Photos: Rich Callahan A well-mixed drink evokes strong memories. Just the perfect amount of sweet can take you to that idyllic beach vacation, or that splash of cinnamon can transport you back to family holidays. Spend…
Pilates Ampang & Sports Massage KL, Energy Day Spa
Monica Tindall Exercise is part of my daily routine. Early morning workouts get me off to a positive start setting physical and mental health as a priority. Squeezing it in before the day begins, however, means that my workouts are usually fast and furious. Trying …
Fotona StarWalker, The MAC Clinic Bangsar
Monica Tindall Technology is changing at laser speed and it seems every month I’m presented with something new to assist with my skin goals. There is a trend towards non-invasive treatments and procedures that have little or no downtime with maximum results. Whi…
Chef’s Table Asian Fusion Omakase by Chef Kom, K2 TTDI
Words: Monica Tindall Photos: Rich Callahan It’s rare that a chef’s dream of creating and serving whatever her or his imagination delivers comes true. Bound by a need to make money to sustain a business and the parameters of customers’ taste buds – some with narrow…
Organic Hair Colour Kuala Lumpur, Eka Roots Bangsar
Words: Monica Tindall Photos: Edmund Kibo I find myself in a constant dilemma between health and beauty. No doubt good health often translates to a better appearance but getting that polished edge often involves a little extra such as an artificial hair colour or …
Sausage KL, Pork Breakfast Ampang
Words: Monica Tindall Photos: Rich Callahan Sausage KL is a new all-day-breakfast café just opened in Ampang that celebrates all things pork. “It’s all very non-halal. It’s sausages, bacon, it’s pork ribs,” says co-owner Matt. Tucked away on the ground floor of …