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Hugel and Fils Wines Hugel and Fils Wines at Lai Po Heen, Mandarin Oriental Kuala Lumpur It’s always a delight to dine at Mandarin Oriental’s Chinese restaurant, Lai Po Heen, but pair it with some fine French wine and the experience is elevated to scrumptiously ple…
Words and images by Polly Szantor I recently had the opportunity to watch a rising star in action at Berjaya University College of Hospitality. Belgian Chef Gunther was in town for “French Flavours with Gunther Hubrechsen”, a collaboration between the college a…
View from Marini’s on 57 Marini’s on 57, Valentine’s Menu Imagine the most stunning location for a romantic date as you can… My mind conjures white linen clothed tables dressed with tall wine glasses reflecting the soft glow of warm lighting. I see …
Cool, clean and contemporary Shangri-La Hotel’s Japanese restaurant, Zipangu, is a gentle tranquilizer for the mind and quality nourishment for the body. It’s one of he city’s most popular locations for weekend brunch and, ambience, just as much as food, is …
Words by Manveen Maan The celebrations haven’t stopped with Chinese New Year around the corner. It’s almost time to usher in the Year of the Horse, and Celestial Court at the Sheraton Imperial is one of the many restaurants offering delicious deals that coincide w…
Words by Caning Jaramillo I always thought that bacalao just translated to “cod” in English. I recently learned however that not all cod is created equal, and when you’re looking for the best, bacalao it must be. Cod Tartare with Lime Reductio…
Woo Bar at the W Taipei is one of the most happening bars in the city. Chic lounge during the day and hip club at night, it’s “the scene to be seen.” Funky cherry-red lounges cover the floor while tall Chinese dark wood bar stools line the stretched marble counter. A g…
Delicious Yee Sang Chinese New Year Set Dinner at Lai Po Heen, Mandarin Oriental Words and photos by Polly Szantor As the Year of the Horse gallops madly towards us, it’s time to start thinking about where to celebrate Chinese New Year. One of the truly classic optio…
Words by Jennifer Fallis Photos by The Yum List (Monica Tindall) Several friends gathered around a cozy room, music softly playing in the background, lights twinkling. It was the perfect setting for a cheese platter and friendly get-together. Besides wine and c…
Fiercer is the bigger, more sophisticated sister of Fierce Curry House. The original outlet in Bangsar is a little more casual, opening out onto the street, while big sis is chic in design and brings some new things to the menu too. Fiercer by Fierce Curry House R…
New year, new plans to keep getting better… Here are some things we’ll be looking for in 2014. Caning will be searching for boutique beers and whiskeys that bring a sweet smile to his face. Kirsten is ready to explore the region for original and authent…
The Yum List has had another very fortunate year filled with travel, spa and divine food experiences. Again we have had the chance to sample more than our tummies need and humbly bow down to our graceful hosts, passionate chefs, inventive mixologists and all of the …