Gourmet luxury travel - Malaysia and the world
Living Room, Macalister Mansion Entrance Living Room, Macalister Mansion The Living Room at Macalister Mansion is a happy start to the day. Bright and cheery, it provides all day refreshment and a casual spot to escape the Penang heat. Hanging plants, whites and …
The Cellar, Macalister Mansion, Penang Eccentric Design signature to Macalister Mansion, Penang Wine Fridge and Enomatic Machines The Cellar, Macalister Mansion Put the words ‘wine’ and ‘cellar’ together and you’ve already caught my interest. Add to them, ‘…
Outdoor Seating – Five27 Straits Quay, Penang Five27 Bistro Lounge Dining, The Modern Nordic Food in Malaysia, Straits Quay I must admit it was with a little hesitation and a touch of intrigue that I ventured a visit to Five27. Nordic cuisine inspired thoug…
Macalister Mansion is the talk of the town, not only for its trendsetting Rooms, Cellar and Den, but also for its nourishment options. From casual light food in a cheery bright cafe, to bar snacks in funky wine and whiskey bars, to chic cocktails by the pool, a variet…
Wayne Yoon, Director of Northern Operations of Outto Dine The Yum List talks with Wayne YOON, (aka the friendly Korean waiter) Director of the Outto Dine Group and Manager of Spasso Milano and Weissbrau Straits Quay. What do you do and how did you get into the …
Chef Tommes and Louise Celebrity Chef Tommes and his lovely wife Louise tell The Yum List about their journey together in creating That Little Wine Bar. What do you both do and how did you get into the industry? Tommes: I am Chef and Owner of That Little Wine Bar…
The Yum List spoke with Alison Fraser, partner in the brand Bon Ton (management company for a number of projects in the hospitality industry here in Malaysia) about the best and worst parts of her job, her favourite foods and, charitable works she’s involve…
Surrounded by water, Malaysia surely does have some fine beach resorts to satisfy your oceanic desires. These resorts are my favorites on the mainland and islands off the West Coast (more to come from Borneo and islands off the East Coast in 2013). It’s sad t…
Rasa Sayang by Shangri La, Penang, Malaysia Shangri-La’s Bottling Plant up and Running, Penang, Malaysia Shangri-La’s Rasa Sayang Resort and Spa, Penang unveiled its in-house bottling plant recently. The bottling plant will serve both Shangri-La’s R…
Living in South East Asia I’m fortunate to have access to some of the best spa experiences in the world. Here are a few of my favourites in Malaysia with my “reason to visit” and a link to a more detailed review. Soon to come… my top pic…
For an introduction to the island and more suggestions of accommodation and restaurants worth visiting in Penang see Part 1. Where to Stay G Hotel Golden Sands Beach Resort – Lovely family resort on the beach managed by the Shangri La team. This resor…
Fresh juices RM6.90 and Lassi RM5.90 Nasi Ulam RM5.90 (traditional Nyonya dish made with brown rice and packed with fresh herbs) Mushroom and Broccoli Spaghetti RM8.90 Vietnamese Hand Rolls RM3.90 Spinach Spaghetti RM7.90 Mama’s Rice – brown ric…