Blue EQ Kuala Lumpur Words: Patricia Podorsek Photos: Monica Tindall Given the number of cranes in nearly every vista of our fair city, it seems clear that we have a fascination with the New: New buildings, new restaurants, new technology, new friends. With su…
Bars
Modern Madness KL, Beer Infusions at REXKL
Modern Madness KL at REXKL Words: Patricia Podorsek Photos: Monica Tindall Let’s start with a multiple-choice question: The new REXKL on Jalan Sultan is… a. A coffee shop b. A food court c. An art gallery d. A thrift shop e. A photo bus f. All of the above […]
Concubine KL, Restaurant & Bar Chinatown
Concubine KL Words: Monica Tindall Photos: Rich Callahan Flirtatious and funky, Concubine KL, a new bar and restaurant in Chinatown, is inspired by the events that once took place within its walls, yet is firmly planted in the present with its contemporary …
Craft Cocktails KL at WooBar W Kuala Lumpur
New Craft Cocktails KL Words: Kitty Noble Photos: Richard Callahan KL has a plethora of cool, hip bars whipping up some fantastic craft cocktails. To stay on top of the game, however, they must continually curate and refine menus to remain competitive. Only ju…
Aviary Bar – Home of the Jungle Bird, Hilton KL
Aviary Bar & The Jungle Bird Monica Tindall Back in 1973 in Aviary Bar, Hilton Kuala Lumpur, a legend was born. Head bartender at the time, Jeffrey Ong Swee Teik, created the Jungle Bird. This beverage has since gained international acclaim and is found on cock…
WET Deck KL, W Kuala Lumpur, Cocktails & Views
WET Deck KL Monica Tindall Seeing overwhelming success from day one, WET Deck at W Kuala Lumpur has recently added a new accolade to its list of achievements. They’ve made it to the Top 52 Restaurants and Bars by Marriott Bonvoy! On the surface, this might not seem li…
Tickets Bar KL, Tequila & Mezcal Bar, Bukit Damansara
Tickets Bar KL Words: Kirsten Durward Photos: Rich Callahan Recently renovated, Republik in Damansara Heights is creating a buzz. With lots of playful and eclectic venues opening, this an ideal destination for an evening out. The most playful of them all tho…
Circa Bar KL, Hidden Cocktail Bar Plaza Batai
Circa Bar KL Words: Kirsten Durward Photos: Rich Callahan Bravely venture into the back alley of Jalan Batai. Never mind the darkness and the bins; you are going on a rather fun adventure tonight. Find the golden archway that’s your first clue to glam…
Poison Apple Sunway, Cheap Drinks & Insta-shots
Poison Apple Sunway Words: Sean Kelly Photos: Rich Callahan The newest addition to the Bandar Sunway entertainment district is Poison Apple, a fairytale-inspired restaurant and bar. Part of the Caffeinees Group’s collection, the concept is whimsical yet …
Flying Monkeys Bar KL, Tribeca, Bukit Bintang
Flying Monkeys Bar KL Words: Kitty Noble Photos: Rich Callahan “Welcome, my pretties,” to the magical world of Flying Monkeys Bar – KL’s latest bar with unique city views and craft cocktails. Located on the eighth floor of Tribeca, the bar ov…
Potions Bar KL, A Hidden Bar in the City Centre of KL
Words: Aileen Dee Photos: Rich Callahan Video: Monica Tindall “Meet me at 5.30 pm at Potions in Chinatown,” was Monica’s message to me. Oh yes, it’s easy to get to Chinatown albeit Petaling Street which was exactly what I thoug…
The Old Merchant Malacca, Hidden Bar Melaka
Words: Monica Tindall Photos: Rich Callahan Malacca has a speakeasy! The Old Merchant is housed in a pre-war shop on the west bank of the Malacca river. Signalling its entrance are white columns with red Chinese characters identifying the original private ba…