Words: Katrina de Laszlo Photos: Monica Tindall The fun starts as soon as you enter the lift on the ground floor of Menara 3 Petronas. A quick trip and you reach the Sky Lobby where you are then guided to the next lift, which literally takes you all the […]
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Kung Jung, Authentic Korean Restaurant, PNB Darby Park
Words: Craig J Selby Photos: Monica Tindall Want authentic Korean cuisine without needing your passport? We think we have found just what you need at Kung Jung, PNB Darby Park. One of the earliest Korean kitchens in Kuala Lumpur, Kung Jung has …
Meat the Porkers, Porky Indian Cuisine, Publika, Kuala Lumpur
Words: Heather Onderick Photos: Monica Tindall It’s the new year in both the Chinese and Occidental worlds, which means a time to reinvent oneself, get out of your comfort zone and try something new. My first recommendation for foodies in Kuala Lumpur wo…
Chinese New Year Omakase Menu, Nobu, Kuala Lumpur
Words: Louise Miller Photos: Monica Tindall As we stepped into Nobu’s serene dining space, the early evening sunlight was fighting its way through the clouds outside the expansive windows and filtering through to cast a warm honeyed hue on the traditional J…
Soul Sacrifice, Great Cafe Near KL City Centre, Desa Pandan
Words: Aisling Cullen Photos: Monica Tindall Working for The Yum List definitely has advantages. Besides the fact that we get to try some great cuisines from all over the world, I also love to pick Monica’s brains for insider info on the latest hot spots that ha…
Baba Nyonya, Peranakan Cuisine, Avenue K, Kuala Lumpur
Words: Matt Jones Photos: Monica Tindall I have to admit, whenever I descend an escalator to a basement food court and find myself in what feels like a culinary desert of Subway sandwiches, a 7-11 and a noisy local noodle shop, my appetite tends to wane. So what […]
Chinese New Year, Li Yen, Cantonese Restaurant
Words: Aisling Cullen Photos: Monica Tindall The year of the Fire Rooster is nearly upon us. The rooster is a plucky animal sign that is forthright and uncomplicated. He is an animal that loves to preen his feathers, dress impeccably and bathes in compliments…
Baan Kanom Jeen, Thai Café Serving ‘Village’ Food, Empire Damansara
Words: Aisling Cullen Photos: Monica Tindall For expats living in Malaysia, one of the first overseas destinations many of us visit is Thailand. Conveniently located with bundles of culture, vibrant cities and beautiful beaches, Thailand has it all. But one …
The Picha Project, Excellent Catering and Delivery Service, Kuala Lumpur
Words: Patricia Podorsek Photos: Monica Tindall With so many sad headlines in the news these days about Syria, it’s nice to hear a story about Syrians that doesn’t break your heart. So here’s one for you today. Three young Malaysian women – Suzanne, Swe…
Fisherman’s Cove, Seafood Menu, Starhill Gallery, Kuala Lumpur
Words: Heather Onderick Photos: Monica Tindall Buried deep down in the basement of the futuristic Starhill gallery lies a secret hidden treasure. This hidden annex, called Fisherman’s Cove, is a conveniently located restaurant for those looking for fr…
Nobu, Omakase Festive Menu with One of the Best Views in KL
Words: Azura Rahman Photos: Monica Tindall One of the best ways to usher in the New Year is with great food in the company of close friends and family. Stunning views, excellent service and a very nice setting is icing on the cake. With only a few weeks till the […]
Em by Tedboy & Bar Transit, Fine Food – Value for Money
Words: Louise Miller Photos: Monica Tindall The light and leafy interior of Em café was in stark contrast to the gloomy rain clouds that lay low over Jalan Pudu as we stepped inside Hotel Transit. Chef Pierre (previously of one of the The Yum List’s fav…