The Waterfall, Shangri-La Hotel Singapore

 Elegantly positioned between a cascading pond, lush greenery and a lagoon shaped pool, The Waterfall is a peaceful haven in the bustling centre of Singapore. Located in the elegant Shangri-La hotel, supreme service is guaranteed and a tranquil happy atmosp…

Taste Enclave at Avenue K, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Words by Kristin Cosgrove Photos by Michelyne Callan and Kristin Cosgrove Faux greenery and wooden tables with benches are nestled within the food stall area, giving the ambiance of an indoor park.  The larger seating area is designed around the frame stru…

Villa Samadhi, Luxury Retreat, Kuala Lumpur

No signage, other than a small plaque indicating this property is a member of Secret Resorts, marks the gate. A friendly, but thorough, security guard checks us off on his arrival list and we park inside the compound. Villa Samadhi Paper bark trees narrate an ench…

Tamarind Hill, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Tamarind Hill Restaurant, Thai-Burmese Cuisine A candlelit stairway winds up to the entrance of Tamarind Hill restaurant. Red Chinese lanterns hang from the bamboo-lined path and the sound of running water gets stronger as we ascend. Torches and candles glow i…

Gourmet Gifts for Valentine’s or Anytime…

Finding the perfect gift for Valentine’s Day can be such a chore. Here we’ve put together some gourmet goodies that might be just the thing for this season of love. (Click on the title link of each to find full details). Hand Crafted Chocolate by the Wor…

Domaine Charles Audoin Marsannay Rosé, 2011

Domaine Charles Audoin Marsannay Rosé 2011 Domaine Charles Audoin Marsannay Rosé 2011 from Artisan Cellars The perfect colour for love, this rose from Burgundy, France is a pretty gift to share with your loved one this Valentine’s Day. Produced from the Pinot No…