An ample classroom with floor to ceiling windows, green outlook and crispy cool air conditioned comfort. One mother recipe – meringue – four desserts Floating Island French Meringue Basket Pavlova Eton Mess A recent visit to the Baking Barn, an off…
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Chef Holger Deh’s White Chocolate Heaven
I’m just about to post my two favourite things for this week. The first is Chef Holger’s, of the Mandarin Oriental, White Chocolate Pistachio Brittle that comes in a Bon Ton Tin. Nuts are roasted and then caramelized with sugar (the trick to keeping th…
Irrawaddy Fine Foods, Georgetown, Penang, Malaysia
The entrance to Irrawaddy Fine Foods in a quiet shady street with a small parking lot out front – something of a rarity in the city House baked European style breads are a reason many regulars keep returning After 5pm the breads are half price! Chef Tommes R…
China House, Georgetown, Penang, Malaysia
The gallery space upstairs – with new exhibits every month Cosy corners and artsy nooks mean there’s a place and a space for every type of dining Although local Penangites don’t tend to drink so much from the vines, there is …
Weissbrau, Straits Quay Marina Mall, Penang, Malaysia
An assortment of drinks makes everyone happy Schneider Weisse – Blonde, Kristal & Unser Each beer expertly poured into the appropriate glass Indoors by the bar, outdoors by the marina, at a low or high table, whatever your fancy Caesar Salad – re…
Shanghai Brunch, Shook, Starhill Gallery, Bukit Bintang, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Could there be a finer way to kick off a Sunday afternoon than with a glass of bubbly (Laurent Perrier) or a fine drop of sav blanc from Marlborough? Cheese heaven! Check out the phenomenal selection of both soft and hard varieties. A little dried fruit to comp…
Allegra, Meru Valley Resort, Ipoh, Perak, Malaysia
Allegra – meaning happy and also the name of Julie’s grandaughter Gourmet products – many imported from Australia – they even stock REAL Tim Tams! Wine available at retail prices can be enjoyed on the balcony + fresh produce…
Artisan Roast Coffee, TTDI, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
For a saporific cuppa and sacchariferous treats, Artisan Roasters has your taste buds covered. Expert roasters Michael and Amirah only source zero grade beans, which means every single bean is perfect with no defects. They take their roasting seriously too and …
Garibaldi, Bangsar, Malaysia
The street entrance Handsome, humble and highly capable Chef Giuliano Berta Thick warm slice of focaccia – house made Italian flat bread generously seasoned with fresh herbs, olive oil and sea salt Plenty to choose from in the d…
Churros con Dulce de Leche @ The Bee, Solaris Dutamas, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
I visited The Bee at Publika purely and solely for a sugar fix. Hearing that they sold churros and not having indulged in the real deal for a few years I hunted them down. Incomparable to those in South America, Spain or Australia for that matter, but a de…
Where to Eat in Langkawi
The Cliff The Cliff – Exquisite dining, spectacular views. Be sure to try the orange mojito. Red Tomato Red Tomato – Wholesome meals and a quirky environment. European style home made breads. Beach Garden Beach Garden – Hearty German m…
La Chocolatine, Langkawi, Malaysia
La Chocolatine came recommended to us by a number of friends as serving the best pastries in town. Upon arrival in the late afternoon there was still a dribble of return expatriates purchasing their favourties for the day. We soon learned that …