Gourmet luxury travel - Malaysia and the world
ONE of the Dessert Counters at China House Penang China House Penang No trip to Penang is complete without a visit to China House. Art, food, wine, live music and, a decadently delicious line up of the most mouthwatering sweets you’re likely to come across anywhe…
The minute we heard there was a new menu at the Dining Room, Macalister Mansion, we made a reservation to try out the refreshed line up. Falling in love with Chef Lance’s previous degustation experiences, prepared using classic French cooking methods but cele…
A pianist softly caresses the ivory and warm lighting glows from the lofty ceilings. White marble-topped dark wood tables, softened with chalk and navy cushions, dot the grand dining room. Blue and white ceramics adorn glass shelvin…
Hit and Mrs. Hit and Mrs. Bangsar *Now closed Words: Craig J Selby Photos: Monica Tindall When you step into this hidden gem in a quiet corner of Bangsar, I don’t know what is more overpowering and alluring – the sight of the incredible food coming out of the kitchen, […]
Cappuccino Nosh, Brunching in Bangsar Words by Craig J Selby Photos by The Yum List (Monica Tindall) The art of brunch? Yes, I’m beginning to really enjoy brunch these days, especially with the huge number of cool cafes and restaurants popping up, offing some real…
Acme Bar and Coffee (ABC) ABC – Acme Bar & Coffee Words by Craig J Selby Photos by The Yum List (Monica Tindall) I was told I was in for a treat, and a slightly different treat at that. So as I walked through the door of Acme, it fast […]
A sunset arrival awards us with a bird’s eye view of the city’s magical transition from day to night. Towering glass walls afford 180 degree vistas. The famed skyline of the Petronas and KL towers sits as if a giant postcard were placed at the fore of the window. As […]
Table 23 Restaurant and Bar Table 23 Restaurant and Bar Potted Shrimp Beef Cheek Braised Pork Ribs – NO LONGER AVAILABLE – THIS PLACE IS NOW PORK-FREE Poached Salmon Apple Strudel Guinness Chocolate Cake Italian wine by the glass Espresso Martini St…
Rils’s Tiga Rasa Scallops RM28 Matua Valley Sauvignon Blanc (New Zealand) 2010/11 RM34 per glass, RM150 per bottle Tuna Tartare RM28 Lobster Bisque RM28 Trapiche Oak Cask Malbec 2010 (Argentina) RM30 per glass, RM140 p…
Veloute Salted Egg Yolk Soft Shelled Crab Cured Muscovy Duck Breast Salad – Renoma Café Gallery Hokkaido Scallop and Cold Cha Soba RCG Signature Burger – Pan Seared Foie Gras, Muscovy Duck Rillettes, Crispy Leek Confit of Muscovy Duck Leg Slow Brais…
Silver Spoon, Publika Spoon light shade, menu newspaper and “love wine?’… yes we do! 25 different types of Mojitos! Where to start? Escargot Charcoal Base Pizza Layered Cheesy Chicken Chop – very generous portion Tom Yum Spaghetti wi…
Entrance – Hit and Mrs. Bangsar Cocktail in the homey old style bar upstairs – adept way to begin an evening – listening to Malaysian oldies and ogling paraphernalia from an era long past Amuse Bouche Orange, Beetroot and Tapioca Salad in Raspb…