Words: Eugenie Chan Photos: Monica Tindall A true hidden gem. Amongst the ever-increasing number and popularity of the TTDI area for hipster cafes, trendy joints and friendly pubs; Le Cafe Memoire provides a comfy, homey respite. Serving delicious, g…
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Pickle and Fig, TTDI, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Words: Louise Miller Photos: Monica Tindall If you’re in the mood to while away a few hours, grazing on wholesome and tasty paninis, salads or pasta dishes whilst sipping on fresh smoothies or a great coffee or two, head to TTDI’s Pickle and Fig where the …
Latitude, Afternoon Tea, Le Meridien Kuala Lumpur
Patricia Podorsek and Monica Tindall Just steps off the train at KL Sentral lies the artsy and cosmopolitan Le Meridien hotel, icon of chic accommodations around the world. Simmered in style and sass, the splashy color and mixed seating of the arrival area known …
BEAM, Specialty Coffee Roaster and Cafe, Bandar Sri Damansara
Louise Miller and Monica Tindall If you are heading for BEAM (an acronym for Bean Expedition at Manufactory) expecting only a decent brew with delicious cake, you will have seriously underestimated this place. What lies in store is significantly more than good c…
Roast Factor Glee, Coffee Roaster & Cafe, Bandar Utama
Words: Dominique Montiel Photos: Monica Tindall Greeted by the strong smell of roasted coffee and the warmth of a homey locale, I prepared myself for the boutique feel of Roast Factor Glee. Situated in the outskirts of the city, more specifically Ba…
Qliq Damansara, Boutique Hotel, Empire Damansara
The hottest new property to hit the KL accommodation scene is Vive Hospitality’s first hotel concept in this region, Qliq Damansara. Located in the vibrant enclave of Damansara Perdana, Qliq Damansara is surrounded by bustling business and leisure centres. …
Hugos by Modestos, Qliq Damansara
Words: Kirsten Durward Photos: Monica Tindall I’m pleasantly surprised on entering the fresh and vibrant space that is Hugos by Modesto in Damansara. On the second floor of the Hotel Qliq, accessible from Empire Damansara, servicing both hotel guest…
The Counter Custom Built Burger, Pavilion Kuala Lumpur
Words: Dominique Montiel Photos: Monica Tindall As I ventured into the mystical, unknown, and promising land of Pavilion’s 7th floor I struggled to quiet my giggling excitement. I felt like a little girl discovering that there were colours other than pi…
Dr. Joe Shigemoto and Coeur Esthetique, The Intermark
Japan and Korea must be two of the best-known countries in the world for commitment to developing skin care technologies and investment in treatments to promote beauty and ever-lasting youth. Dr. Joe Shigemoto and Couer Esthetique, brings the wisdom of both …
Graze, Pascal Jolivet Wine Paired Dinner, Hilton KL
Words: Louise Miller Photos: Monica Tindall After having eagerly accepted Monica’s invitation to review the Hilton’s Graze restaurant’s five course wine paired meal, the giddy excitement with which I had anticipated the evening was further fuelled b…
Best KL Restaurant Picks as Chosen by 10 Year Olds
This week The Yum List gets some advice from some food savvy fourth graders. Some of these youngsters are in the process of learning English as a second or third language, so have done an incredible job of communicating their passion. Check out KL’s best rest…
Aka Chochin Izakaya, Pavilion, Kuala Lumpur
Kirsten Durward and Monica Tindall Currently one of the hottest places to dine in the city, the newly relaunched Aka Chochin Izakaya, combines quality Japanese cuisine with contemporary flair. Recently appointed, Executive Chef Miguel Huelamo Estrada – a cu…