Combining the culinary arts and cinematography, Cinema A La Carte Kuala Lumpur, encourages moviegoers and foodies alike to connect through shared film and dining experiences. Six venues around the city are participating in the event this year. So far La Mexica…
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Peruvian Culinary Showcase, The Ritz-Carlton Kuala Lumpur
A Culinary Journey Through Peru – No Passport Required Words: Craig J Selby Photos: Monica Tindall Peru Mucho Gusto – a Peruvian Culinary Showcase is a special event hosted at The Library by The Ritz-Carlton Kuala Lumpur, in association with …
Venezuelan Gastronomic Festival, Cedar on 15, Impiana
In conjunction with the celebration of 30 years of Malaysia-Venezuela diplomatic relations, this Monday opens the 11th Venezuelan Week in Malaysia. In a week long festival, showcasing the country’s food and culture, Malaysian residents and visitors will be t…
Bites of Chile, An Evening at The Ritz Carlton, Kuala Lumpur
Words: Hannah Staley Photos: Monica Tindall It’s not often one gets invited to The Ritz-Carlton and when the invite includes the opportunity to sample some fine Chilean wines and high quality cuisine, as part of a ‘Bites from Chile’ evening hosted in associa…
La Mexicana, Tequila Paired Menu, Kuala Lumpur
*** Sadly, La Mexicana is now closed. Words: Jordan Johnson Photos: Monica Tindall Authenticity is a difficult quality to achieve. People will often go to great lengths to find and enjoy the ever-elusive “authentic” culinary experience, and – more often than …
Flavours of Mexico, Cedar on 15, Impiana KLCC
You know by now our love for Latin American cuisine, and so you also might assume that when there’s a guest chef or special promotion highlighting dishes from that part of the world, we’ll be the first ones there. As is such this week with the Flavours of Mexico festiv…
Nobu Kuala Lumpur, Now Open Sunday Evening & Meeting the Legend
I’ve never been one to go gaga over celebrities. Famous actors, renowned musicians and acclaimed public figures: while I may appreciate what they do and respect their talent, I wouldn’t really call myself a fanatic of any. Put me in front of a celebrity chef howeve…
Qba, The Westin KL, Valentine’s Menu
Words: Bob Busk Photos: Monica Tindall Valentines Day…. A day of romance, chocolates, roses and romantic dinners at candle-lit tables with soft music, and fine wine. Very traditional. But what if you want to step away from traditional? What if you want to add a lit…
Fresca, Mexican Kitchen and Bar, Avenue K
Hannah Staley and Monica Tindall There is nothing that brightens up my day more than the thought of Mexican food, and when the Mexican food on offer is absolute quality it is as though a Mariachi band is playing music that can lighten up my soul taking me on a […]
Venezuelan Week and Gastronomy Festival
Louise Miller and Monica Tindall When Monica invited me to attend the Venezuelan Week celebrations, I was full of curious anticipation. Despite having shared many meals with The Yum List’s very own Venezuelan, Caning, I knew next to nothing about Venezuelan cul…
Flavours of Mexico, Cesar’s, Ritz Carlton Kuala Lumpur
Kirsten Durward and Monica Tindall I just love how in KL there is a constant whirl of food and cultural events. The Ritz Carlton group has been particularly active in this and I’ve enjoyed Peruvian gastronomy and Middle Eastern delights amongst others thanks to t…
La Mexicana, New Outlet in Bangsar
Han Sen Hau and Monica Tindall *** Sadly, La Mexicana is now closed. The first thing you’ll notice as you set foot in La Mexicana’s new outlet along Jalan Telawi in Bangsar is the explosion of colour: only Mexicans would have the ingenuity to line acid pink barstool…