James Barker-Morgan of Ril’s Bar Bangsar shares with us one of his favourite cocktail recipes. Altopiani Arrosto It doesn’t happen very often, but when a spontaneous and creative collaboration between the bar staff and a guest happens, amazing th…
Prosperity Buffet, Tonka Bean Café
Word by Polly Szantor Images by Dianne Brydon The culinary team at the Impiana KLCC Hotel, led by Executive Chef Helmut Lamberger, has created an array of festive flavours to welcome the Year of the Horse. The Prosperity Buffet Dinner is all set to tempt you with a …
James Barker-Morgan, Head Bartender, Ril’s, Malaysia
The Yum List shares a few cocktails with bartender James Barker-Morgan and learns a few insider secrets from behind the bar. What do you do and how did you get into the industry? I first started bartending when studying in London. After working in a couple of standar…
EcoGreen Organic, Taman Tun, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
EcoGreen Organic, Taman Tun Dr. Ismail Words by Polly Szantor Photos by Monica Tindall (The Yum List) Now and again, we come across a hidden gem, an unexpected delight amongst the urban sprawl of this vibrant city. During our visit to EcoGreen Organic, tucked away …
Hip Vibe in Coffs Harbour, NSW, Australia
Hip Vibe in Coffs Harbour Coffs Harbour, once a tranquil beach holiday destination for families and popular settlement for retirees, is picking up the pace with an influx of hip cafes and markets making a welcome hubbub on the food and beverage scene. The town is no…
Colonial Cafe, The Majestic Hotel Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Words by Kirsten Durward Photos by the Yum List Our white-jacketed host leads us with aplomb to our crisp yet comfortable table in the atrium of the Colonial Café. Ambient lighting warms grandiose pillars, enhancing the creamy golds and toning browns of the in…
Marini’s on 57, Valentine’s Day Menu, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
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 …
Yen, Modern Cantonese Restaurant, W Taipei, Taiwan
Usually the top floors of hotels are occupied by presidential suites and executive lounges. Not at the W Taipei. Valuing the country’s culinary traditions, importance is given to the culture’s greatest obsession, food! As such, the hotel’s modern Cantones…
Zipangu, Japanese Brunch, Shangri-La Hotel, Kuala Lumpur
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 …
Jurlique DAY SPA, The Landis Taipei, Taiwan
Nature+science = beauty Founded in 1985 by husband and wife team, Dr. Jurgen and Ulrike – scientists in chemistry, herbology, homeopathy and alchemy – the Jurlique skin care range has long held international acclaim for first-rate products. Farming t…
Joshua Ivanovic, Cocktail Solutions, Malaysia
Joshua Ivanovic chats with The Yum List about Cocktail Solutions and life as a mixologist. What do you do and how did you get into the industry? We have three main services that we provide with Cocktail Solutions. The first is our bottled, ready to drink cocktails.…
Chinese New Year, Shanghai, Li Yen, KL
Words: Kirsten Durward . Photos: The Yum List What I thought was an invitation to discreetly taste dishes from the Chinese New Year Menus turns out to be a splashy extravaganza involving 250 guests, musical numbers, a comedian and a Lion Dance. Well the auspices …