Breakfast at CasCades restaurant Viceroy Bali is a real treat. Bequeathed with breathtaking valley vistas viewed from the open-walled pavilion, fresh crisp air rising from the ravine and, a delicious menu of a mostly Western essence, the stage is set for a fa…
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Casa del Rio Melaka, Boutique Hotel Malacca, Malaysia
Casa del Rio, Melaka, Malaysia “Your home by the river” Words and Photos by Monica Tindall Video by Anthony Jegu When I first visited Melaka many years back I would never have dreamed of staying on the river. At that time, it was at best, a place to be avoided. […]
CasCades, New Dinner Menu, Viceroy Bali, Ubud
Cascades restaurant sets standards high in Ubud for elegant dining combined with stunning views and gentle humble service. Lovingly lodged in the boutique villa resort of Viceroy Bali, the thatched roof pavilion benefits from a lush lookdown over the verda…
River Grill, Breakfast, Barbecue and A La Carte, Casa del Rio, Melaka, Malaysia
River Grill, Casa del Rio, Melaka River Grill, Casa del Rio, Melaka Words by Brooke Keel Photos by The Yum List (Monica Tindall) The River Grill at the Casa del Rio in Melaka provides a theatre view of the happenings along the riverside both daytime and nightt…
La Lucciola, Modern Italian Restaurant, Seminyak
A well–loved and long-standing establishment in the now pumping scene of Seminyak is La Lucciola. A pioneer in bringing Western food to the area, La Looch, as it’s affectionately known, continues today to be on the lips of all in-the-know when recommending p…
Satkara Spa, Casa del Rio, Melaka, Malaysia
Massage Oils Satkara Spa, Casa del Rio, Melaka Words by Brooke Keel Photos by The Yum List (Monica Tindall) The Satkara Spa encompasses three treatment rooms, two of them doubles and one single, all with darling balconies and views of the Malakan hillside a…
TS Suites Leisure Bali, Seminyak, Indonesia
Located between the party scene of Legian and the more refined shopping and entertainment district of Seminyak, guests of TS Suites Leisure are a few minutes from either. The busiest shopping street in hip Seminyak is within walking distance, and endless din…
Semara Luxury Villa Resort, Uluwatu, Bali, Indonesia
Location It wasn’t until we’d seen the Uluwatu cliffs and beaches below viewed from Semara Luxury Villa Resort that we truly fell in love with Bali. Sadly many tourists only see the unpleasantness of Kuta and miss the many natural wonders of the island. Situate…
River Cafe, Casa del Rio, Melaka, Malaysia
River Cafe, Casa del Rio, Melaka River Cafe, Casa del Rio, Melaka Words by Brooke Keel Photos by The Yum List (Monica Tindall) The River Cafe at Casa del Rio in Melaka is a casual, airy corner spot situated on the riverfront. With plenty of daylight and a laid back […]
UNIQUE Rooftop Bar and Restaurant, Rimba, Jimbaran
Chasing sunsets in Bali we couldn’t help but be drawn to UNIQUE Rooftop Bar and Restaurant at Rimba Jimbaran. From the same creators of Rock Bar Bali, we knew it would have to be something special. Spin around views of the Uluwatu Hills to the south-east and glori…
Asia World Indonesia – White Water Rafting Tour, Bali
Caning Jaramillo Being a fervent traveller, I’ve experienced more than my fair share of dodgy tour operators. Because of poor past experiences I often prefer to travel independently. There are times however when a guide is necessary, especially in developing c…
Barbacoa, South American Grill, Seminyak, Bali, Indonesia
Less than a year old, with a roaring reputation for smoke, flames and all things charred, Barbacoa is the latest restaurant to ignite the dining scene in Seminyak. Barbacoa Bar Having the appearance of a renovated warehouse, the ceilings are double storey with gi…