Gourmet luxury travel - Malaysia and the world
What do you do and how did you get into the industry? I’m a bar manager. I started working in the restaurant industry when I was 14 years old bussing tables. The restaurant catered primarily to older people who drank classics like Manhattans, Rob Roys, Rusty Nails, a…
Kirsten Durward and Monica Tindall A little known secret to savvy drinkers in KL, Nobu does delicious cocktails. And yes, you can visit just for a drink. The main restaurant has a delightful bar with incredible Twin Tower view, so close through the panoramic wind…
Patricia Podorsek and Monica Tindall There are guests and then there are guests. As a beautiful hotel located in the heart of Bukit Bintang, the Westin has no shortage of them, but until August 22, patrons of the Cuban restaurant Qba can enjoy the gifts of one very s…
Kirsten Durward and Monica Tindall A brave new venture on the restaurant scene in Port Dickson, a welcome diversion for both residents and weekend visitors, sits nestled in a fragrant garden overlooking the Straits of Malacca. The Verte is fresh and inviting, a …
Pisco Bar, Changkat Bukit Bintang Words: Kirsten Durward Photos: Monica Tindall Rapidly gaining a reputation for being innovative on the KL bar scene, Pisco Bar in Jalan Mesui is hosting quite the event for interested drinkers, tonight. A specialist mixology s…
Plaza de España Seville Favourite Foodie Finds in Seville, Spain The beautiful town of Seville is the perfect starting point for an exploration of Andalusia, Spain. Remarkable architecture, numerous parks, delicious dining options and wonderf…
The Rural Countryside Surrounding Fuentes de Andalucia, Sevilla Authentic Spanish Food in the Town of Fuentes de Andalucia The rural town of Fuentes de Andalucia, less than an hour’s drive from the capital of Seville, is a pretty but less visited town in th…
Kirsten Durward and Monica Tindall Happiness comes in many forms, one of which for me is finding a great deal. Since the demise of Mediteca’s Wine and Cheese Happy hour, I’ve been languishing for want of somewhere to end the week with panache. But Quivo’s new Happy …
By Sarah and Ross Jones, and Monica Tindall Quality craft beer is more frequently creeping its way into Malaysia, and The Great Beer Bar is one of the unique places leading the charge. The environment of The Great Beer bar is reminiscent of many a small gastropub in …
Words: Kirsten Durward Photos: Monica Tindall I’m pleasantly surprised on entering the fresh and vibrant space that is Hugos by Modesto in Damansara. On the second floor of the Hotel Qliq, accessible from Empire Damansara, servicing both hotel guest…
Seems Iron Fairies is one of the most talked about bars in Bangkok. Out of the 10 or so mates I asked for recommendations of places to visit in the city, Iron Fairies came up nine times! Lounge Area The Iron Fairies, Bangkok Once we got past the “coolness” of the place […]
This cocktail was created for Chinese New Year this year when our sommelier, Gustavo, found out that this year’s lucky colour for those who celebrate the festive is green. He experimented to incorporate the colour green using green tea syrup. Granizado means slu…