Words by Kristin Cosgrove, Photos by The Yum List (Monica Tindall) “Buona Sera!” Happy calls from Favola’s wait staff welcome us from all corners of the dining room, as if encouraging us to leave Malaysia at the door and jump headlong into their storybook. Favo…
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Best Happy Hours in Kuala Lumpur
Tired of the typical Happy Hour deals in the city that focus mostly on beer, The Yum List has been rootling about KL’s bars and restaurants for something a little more special. Here we share with you our list of the: Best Happy Hours in Kuala Lumpur (NOT b…
Culinary Cooking Class, The Pavilion, The Datai Langkawi
Caning Jaramillo and Monica Tindall Positioned on the shores of the majestic Andaman Sea, we recently had the pleasure of staying in one of Malaysia’s most iconic properties, The Datai Langwaki. This luxurious resort presents an extensive range of lei…
Interview with Chef Ray Chen, La Casa, Mont Kiara
How did it all start? With my mother. My mother worked as a cook in a hospital and she cooked for our family for every meal. I started helping out my mom at a young age and became her best assistant ever since. I can still vividly remember how I […]
Khushi Spice, Indian Restaurant, Starhill Gallery
Louise Miller and Monica Tindall If, like me, you’d assumed that Starhill Gallery was a venue exclusively reserved for the post designer handbag purchase, bubbly brunch or fancy high tea, it’s most definitely time for you to forray further down the labyrinthin…
Bottega Mediterranea, Italian Sips and Bites
Kirsten Durward and Monica Tindall If you’re not looking out, you might walk past Bottega Mediterranea, which would be a shame. So make sure you know, it’s 1A, there is no sign and it looks like a home. I’m kicking myself actually that it’s been here since 2011 and I […]
EIGHT at Lido Hill, Johor Bahru
Tired of cookie cutter menus and mirror concepts, the philosophy of EIGHT, Johor Bahru’s premier dining and events venue, “innovate, never imitate,” filled me with hope from the onset. Once the state’s most highly regarded restaurant, recent renovations in 20…
Chef Mashad Pino, Livello Uno Italian Restaurant
What do you do ? I am the Head Chef of Livello Uno, which is an Italian café setting with great Italian food in TTDI. Where did you train to cook? I started with my diploma in culinary arts in Singapore. After graduation I spent some months working in Singapore […]
Magnum Sports Cafe, Puteri Harbour, Johor Bahru
Taking up a prime piece of real estate in Puteri Harbour, guests will find no shortage of entertainment at Magnum Sports Café. When not glued to the multitude of screens running the latest sports events, cheering on a favourite team (and ribbing a mate over an oppos…
The Whisky Bar KL, Changkat Bukit Bintang, Kuala Lumpur
Aisling Cullen and Monica Tindall Strolling down Changkat Bukit Bintang, its hard not to notice The Whiskey Bar which has been a firm favourite over the years to both expats and locals alike. Comfortable tub leather chairs and a huge selection of bottles displa…
Prego, Bubbalicious Brunch, The Westin Kuala Lumpur
Kristin Cosgrove and Monica Tindall You probably know the story Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs, where food falls from the sky like rain. Well, this story came to mind at Prego’s Bubbalicious Brunch this past weekend, though ours would more aptly have been name…
Rouge, Fine Wines and Spirits, Puteri Harbour
As Puteri Harbour comes to full flourish, it’s set to bloom into a happening location for restaurants, bars, entertainment and shopping. Legoland is just up the road, and a number of residential projects are sprouting in the nearby vicinity. Currently a popu…