Word: Heather Onderick Photos: Monica Tindall “A chef who says she has nothing to learn from others can close her doors.” said chef Nathalie Arbefuille to us when elaborating on her culinary educational journey over the years. Nathalie is not your “run …
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The Library, The Ritz-Carlton, Kuala Lumpur
Framed with floor to ceiling bookshelves, humming with the soft strokes of a skilled pianist, and warmly lit with muted wall lamps, The Library is the latest food and beverage concept to be unveiled following The Ritz-Carlton, Kuala Lumpur’s recent revamp. The d…
Barton et Guestier Wine Dinner, Press Room Bistro, Pavilion
Words: Kirsten Durward Photos: Monica Tindall Press Room Bistro in Pavilion KL is always a favourite for delicious fresh food charmingly served in a casual setting. I’m intrigued tonight to see what the kitchen produces to complement the Passeport serie…
Marini’s on 57, Vegetarian Menu & New Meaty Dishes
Words: Kristin Cosgrove Photos: Monica Tindall Too often, especially when it comes to fine dining, vegetarians are forced to pick at the breadbasket and order a side of veggies. Forget having a balanced meal, you’re lucky to find “pasta with red sauce.” But n…
The Eighth Avenue, Publika
Words: Ross Jones Photos: Monica Tindall The Yum List visited The Eighth Avenue on a Sunday afternoon This is not that odd, but Sunday afternoons are the perfect time to visit a restaurant like The Eighth Avenue. Not really lunch, but not really dinner, but a…
Barat, Contemporary Vegetarian Restaurant, Bangsar, KL
Words: Monica Larrieu Photos: Monica Tindall Situated in Old Bangsar’s Lorong Kurau, Barat is an alluring option for vegetarian elegant dining in Kuala Lumpur, which, for some time, was a significant gap in the industry. Inspired by Mediterranean tapas and m…
Elemis Brightening Facial, Mandara Spa, Sunway Resort Hotel
Words: Kirsten Durward Photos: Monica Tindall There are two ways to arrive at Mandara Spa in Sunway. Drive directly to the spa or do as we did; park under the Sunway Resort Hotel & Spa and take a short restful walk through the lush tropical grounds. Ancient t…
Bowery Petit, TTDI, Kuala Lumpur
Words: Kristin Cosgrove Photos: Monica Tindall The TTDI area is brimming with happening eateries these days, from fine dining to secret watering holes. In a quest to hit them all, The Yum List recently managed a trip to Bowery Petit, where Malaysians can get a bite …
Ornellaia Wine Paired Dinner, Graze, Hilton KL
Words: Monica Clear Photos: Monica Tindall Full disclosure: I am still learning about wines. Like anything else in life, it is a balance of knowledge and confidence – understanding what I am looking for in the balance, length, depth, complexity and finish of …
KomPassion II, Fusion Thai Restaurant, TTDI
Words: Craig J Selby Photos: Monica Tindall KomPassion II in TTDI is new to my list of pork-free favourites. Guided by Chef Kom (Kom-Passion, logical really), this restaurant doesn’t fail to deliver on some spectacular, wallet-friendly Thai fusion tastes. P…
Sunday Brunch, The Cobalt Room, The Ritz-Carlton, Kuala Lumpur
There’s nothing like a bubbly brunch to get into the spirit of celebration and joie de vivre, and Kuala Lumpur is by no means lacking in options to participate in this type of Sunday frolic. The Cobalt Room at The Ritz-Carlton, Kuala Lumpur is one of the newes…
Portofino, Italian Restaurant, Bangsar, KL
Portofino owners Keli and Luca need a new name for their partnership. I’m thinking of something like “The Vice Squad,” not because they police bad habits in Kuala Lumpur, but because they FOSTER them! On a recent Thursday afternoon, Monica and I sat down to all my fa…