Malaysia

VCR, Coffee and Cake, Bukit Bintang, Kuala Lumpur

VCR Entrance VCR, Coffee and Cake Words by Sarah and Ross Jones Photos by The Yum List (Monica Tindall) Named after the device that was the source of much entertainment and frustration in our youth, VCR provides only pleasure for diners of this vintage style café of…

creative cuisine KL

Elegantology Gallery and Restaurant, Publika, KL

Food, fun and fashion combine at one of Publika’s most hip restaurants, Elegantology. Supporting young artists, both in the field of clothing and accessory design and, in the kitchen, Elegantology provides a platform for up and coming Malaysians to showcase th…

Hotel Penaga, George Town, Penang, Malaysia

Hotel Penaga Hotel Penaga –  The Arts, Greenery and Comfort, All in One Beautifully Restored Heritage Property A Green Surprise in George Town The grounds of Hotel Penaga are a refreshing surprise amidst the sultry concreted George Town centre. Thr…

Best Speakeasies/ Hidden Bars, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

We like those out of the way bars, the kind where you have to know someone to find out about them in the first place. KL is starting to pop with some real hipster spots worth hunting down. Some call them speakeasies, we just think they’re fun. Here’s a list […]

where to eat in Ipoh

Missing Marbles, Ipoh, Malaysia

Missing Marbles extends the Burps and Giggles outlet further along Ipoh’s old town. The original signage from an old optical shop still graces the front window hinting at the décor inside, that is, a celebration of the past. Recycled everything, from tables t…

Via Pre, Italian Restaurant, George Town, Penang

We feel hip just walking into Via Pre. Chilled world music tunes hum from an excellent sound system and, tall exposed beam ceilings give a freeing sense of spaciousness. Wine and liquor bottles line the shelves and, a long refrigerated counter of house made pas…

The Alley, George Town, Penang, Malaysia

The Alley The Alley, George Town, Penang Located in a tiny little side lane, The Alley is set aside a bunch of local vendors; bikes; bits and pieces; motorbike repairs; a hawker stall and a joss stick shop. You’ll have to be alert to find The Alley as the boys […]

Just Caffe, George Town, Penang, Malaysia

Run by a bubbly young team of passionate foodies, Just Caffe combines excellent coffee, with simple western fare, value for money prices and, an ethos of doing good. Located in George Town in a rare position by the coast, seating outdoors benefits from a gentle se…

El Faro Tapas Bar and Restaurant, Penang

El Faro Tapas and Bar peaks our interest with its supposed creative approach to tapas, casual ambience and well-spoken-of service. El Faro Tapas Bar and Restaurant Wall Mural Maroon and dark grey paint the room a chilled hue. A chalkboard highlight…