Words: Bob Busk Photos: Monica Tindall The country of Peru offers a rich buffet of exquisite scenery and diverse landscapes. It is home to one of the world’s greatest biodiversity due to its cl…
Kuala Lumpur
Nobu Kuala Lumpur, Set Lunch Menus
Monica Tindall My first meal at Nobu Kuala Lumpur disoriented me somewhat. Being one of the most talked about restaurants in the world, located in a prime position in KL and with rumours of extravagant pricing, I felt excitement but als…
Expat Comfort Spots for Food and Beverage
This is part two in a series dedicated to helping our newbie expat friends settle into their new homes. Part one highlighted some experiences as an introduction to some must do touristy things, which could also be used as your Places to Take Overseas Guests to Eat…
Nobu Kuala Lumpur, Omakase Menu, Malaysia
Kirsten Durward and Monica Tindall It’s at times like this that I reflect on the diversity and contrasts easily found in Malaysia, this morning found us gazing at the sea over the Malacca Straits, tomorrow I will be feasting from street stalls, but tonight we are s…
Must Eats and Drinks in Kuala Lumpur
Over the next few weeks lots of newbie expat friends will be arriving to Kuala Lumpur to make Malaysia their new home for the next part of their lives. It can be both exciting and nerve wrecking arriving as a resident, not as a tourist, knowing that the loves and […]
Five Cafes You Shouldn’t Miss Visiting Around Kuala Lumpur
We do love our coffee at The Yum List, so here’s our pick of Five Cafes Serious Coffee Lovers Should Not Miss in Kuala Lumpur in: Best Coffee in Kuala Lumpur (Click on the title links for full details) BEAM Worth the trip out to the industrial zone to […]
The Daily Habit, Healthy Cafe, Bangsar
Louise Miller and Monica Tindall An unlikely venue for top quality gourmet delights but perhaps a more obvious one for healthy and wholesome fare, the Chi Fitness Gym in Bansgar Shopping Centre accommodates this delightful cafe that manages to combine both. De…
La Cucina Mediterranean Restaurant, Bangsar
Words: Louise Miller Photos: Monica Tindall As we were ushered to our seats in The Pullman Hotel’s La Cucina Mediterranean Restaurant, the inspiration behind the restaurant’s name became startlingly obvious. A mere few meters from our table sto…
Quivo, Good Happy Hours, Pavilion, Kuala Lumpur
Words: Kirsten Durward Photos: Monica Tindall Just off the boardwalk to the left of Pavilion’s main entrance sits Quivo, waiting for a diner discerning of both taste and pocket. A stylish yet inviting decor features funky contrasts, geometric shapes …
Awesome Canteen, Petaling Jaya, Malaysia
Words: Dominique Montiel Photos: Monica Tindall When a restaurant’s name starts with the word ‘awesome’, it’s safe to say that you develop a sort of straightforward expectation of not only amazing food, but also service and atmosphere. I found myse…
Aster Spring, Professional Skincare Centre
I grew up a country gal blessed with fresh air, a pure water source, homegrown produce and a lifestyle that valued community and care. As a result of such nourishing surrounds, I’ve been fortunate to have relatively clear healthy skin for much of my life. The str…
Fraser Residence, Serviced Apartments, Kuala Lumpur
Rooftop Tower One – Fraser Residence Kuala Lumpur Fraser Residence, the latest in serviced apartments in Kuala Lumpur, has raised the bar for those looking for a convenient and stylish residence for short or long-term stays. Location Favourably posit…