Jwala Kuala Lumpur – Contemporary Northern Indian Fine Dining Words: Caroline Lai Photos: Han Sen Hau Located on the second floor of Block E at The Five, Jwala Kuala Lumpur makes an immediate impression with striking abstract art pieces crafted aptly from …
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Ausàs Interpretación Wines – Mazi KL
Ausàs Interpretación Wines – Mazi Greek Taverna KL Words: Monica Tindall Photos: Han Sen Hau One of the highlights of my travels last year was visiting the most prestigious winery in Spain, Vega Sicilia. Not open to the public, a look inside is a much sought-after e…
JustGood Private Dining
JustGood Private Dining Words: Karen Santosuosso Photos: Han Sen Hau Have you ever dreamt about having a 5-star meal with a personalised and curated menu without leaving the comfort of your own home? It is now a real possibility here in KL! Chef Malcolm Goh and his t…
Italian Restaurant Avenue K – Natalina Italian Kitchen
Italian Restaurant Avenue K – Natalina Italian Kitchen Words: Jacob Weber Photos: Han Sen Hau “Fly me to the moon, let’s go dine at Natalina’s…” — wait, no, that’s not the line. But hey, it could be. After all, Natalina Ital…
Dot’s Café – Kristang Cuisine, Subang Jaya
Dot’s Café – Kristang Cuisine, Subang Jaya Words: Joanna Florento Photos: Han Sen Hau When we stepped into Dot’s Café, we immediately felt happy memories made tangible. The kitchen is a loving homage to Chef Brandon Rodrigues’ grandma Dorothy, with its me…
Vegan Restaurant KL – Barat Bangsar
Vegan Restaurant KL – Barat Bangsar Words: Stephen ReidPhotos: Han Sen Hau Barat Bangsar, a vegan restaurant in Kuala Lumpur, has championed sustainability and socially responsible dining since its inception. When The Yum List last visited in 20…
JungleBird Kuala Lumpur – Rum Bar, Bukit Damansara
JungleBird Kuala Lumpur – Rum Bar, Bukit Damansara Words: Jacob Weber Photos: Han Sen Hau How many varieties of rum can you name off the top of your head? Five? Maybe ten, if you’ve had the luxury of a Caribbean holiday recently? If you can make it to fift…
Riviera Poolside Brunch by Nizza – Kuala Lumpur
Riviera Poolside Brunch by Nizza, Sofitel Damansara Kuala Lumpur Words: Jacob WeberPhotos: Peter Tan Sunday brunch is booming in the heart of Bukit Damansara. At the Riviera Poolside Brunch by Nizza at Sofitel Kuala Lumpur Damansara, I mean that quite literall…
Ichi-u Japanese Dining – The Row, Chow Kit
Ichi-u Japanese Dining – The Row, Chow Kit Words: Joanna Florento Photos: Han Sen Hau Tucked into the corner of the Faber Imperial Court on Jalan Doraisamy (The Row), Ichi-u radiates a quiet elegance. Its cosy interior of polished wooden booths is accentua…
Fari & Ali’s Kitchen – Persian, Bukit Damansara
Fari & Ali’s Kitchen – Persian Bakery, Deli & Café in Bukit Damansara Words: Jacob WeberPhotos: Monica Tindall From home-baked cream puffs to a homely neighbourhood cafe in Bukit Damansara, it’s fair to say that Fari & Ali’s Kitchen has been o…
Bistro Léa – Casual French Dining Sri Hartamas
Bistro Léa – Casual French Dining Sri Hartamas Words: Caroline Lai Photos: Han Sen Hau Helmed by Chef KaHong Lau, who runs the highly sought-after Atelier Binchotan – known for its infamous three-month waiting list and grill menu – Bistro Léa is the l…
PS150 Hidden Cocktail Bar, Chinatown
PS150 Hidden Cocktail Bar, Chinatown Words: Jacob WeberPhotos: Han Sen Hau Chinatown’s first hidden cocktail bar remains one of Chinatown’s best cocktail bars — and that’s no ordinary achievement given some of the outstanding competitio…