Communal Table by Gen 根, Georgetown, Penang
Communal Table by Gen 根Monica Tindall Seems we love to celebrate birthdays at Communal Table by Gen 根. Last year we were here for hubby’s birthday and today we return; a year older, a year wiser maybe…...
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Shokudō Niban in Hin Bus DepotMonica TindallPenang is full of hip dining concepts and perhaps one of the coolest places to currently find them is in Hin Bus Depot. This historic site has been converted...
View ArticleHow Shy Hin Bus Depot, Hut & Truck, Penang
How Shy at Hin Bus DepotMonica TindallBy the same team behind Gen 根 and Communal Table by Gen 根, comes How Shy in Hin Bus Depot. Run by the staff, every team member gets a say in the menu and the...
View ArticleLee Choon Boon, Executive Chef The Banjaran
Chef Lee Choon BoonIn this interview, Lee Choon Boon, the executive chef at The Banjaran Hot Springs Retreat some wild and wonderful stories from behind the scenes.What do you do and how did you get...
View ArticleFlux Car Subscription, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Flux Car Subscription MalaysiaMonica TindallShould you buy or rent a car in Malaysia? What about a lease? Could you get by on Grab alone? If none of these options sounds ideal, then Flux car...
View ArticleThe Prestige Hotel Penang, Boutique Feel Georgetown
The Prestige Hotel PenangMonica TindallInspired by the movie The Prestige with Hugh Jackman and Christian Bale, The Prestige Hotel in Penang is full of intrigue. It’s high-end illusion though, not your...
View ArticleSunday Champagne Brunch OpenHouse KLCC
Sunday Champagne Brunch OpenHouse KLCCWords: Monica Tindall Photos: Rich CallahanSeveral places have begun reopening for Sunday brunch post-MCO. There are a decent number of delicious food spreads...
View ArticleHair and Beauty Services, Intermark Mall KL
Hair and Beauty Services, Intermark Mall KL – And some excellent discounts for The Yum List readers.Here’s a round-up of the hair and beauty services available in Intermark Mall Kuala Lumpur – a mall...
View ArticlePAÑPURI Organic Spa Penang, E&O Hotel Georgetown
PAÑPURI Organic Spa PenangMonica TindallSeated in the reception of PAÑPURI Organic Spa Penang, we enjoy a welcome drink of roselle and dried stevia. While I’m not generally fond of the flavour of...
View ArticleEducational Wine Tasting, E & O Hotel, Penang
Educational Wine Tasting, E & O – All About RoséMonica TindallFlip flops, cottons, a patio and a gentle sea breeze – I can’t imagine a more perfect setting for sipping on a glass of rosé. Poolside...
View ArticleWilliam Moylan, Jameson Brand Ambassador, Malaysia
William MoylanWilliam Moylan, Jameson Irish Whiskey Brand Ambassador for Malaysia, gives us insight into the life of a brand ambassador and shares some personal pleasures.What do you do?I work for...
View ArticleSushi & Spice by WTF – Vegan Restaurant Mont Kiara
Sushi & Spice by WTF – Vegan Restaurant Mont KiaraWords: Monica Tindall Photos: Rich CallahanSushi & Spice by WTF in Mont Kiara brings you vegan recipes livened up with the flavours of Thai...
View ArticleWerner’s Deli – Food Delivery Compostable Packaging
Werner’s Deli Food DeliveryMonica TindallWerner’s Deli has launched a new delivery service and it’s one we’re particularly excited about. No doubt I love the convenience of food delivery in Kuala...
View ArticleNourish by Quan’s Kitchen, Chinatown KL
Nourish by Quan’s KitchenMonica TindallIf you want hearty, wholesome meals with a taste of home-made comfort for an extraordinarily good price, you can’t go past the Nourish menu at Quan’s Kitchen....
View ArticleDa Bao, Petaling Street, Chinatown Kuala Lumpur
Da Bao, Petaling StreetMonica TindallThe latest opening in Petaling Street is well-deserving of the hype. Da Bao is a funky Chinese restaurant and bar with a lively, contemporary setting just down from...
View ArticleFour Points by Sheraton Kuala Lumpur, Chinatown
Four Points by Sheraton Kuala Lumpur, ChinatownMonica TindallIf you were a tourist visiting KL, I’d have no hesitation in recommending some time at Four Points by Sheraton Kuala Lumpur, Chinatown. And,...
View ArticleSommeliers Malaysia – The Future of Wine Locally
Sommeliers MalaysiaMonica TindallDepending on who you ask, the wine industry in Malaysia is either booming or near bust thanks to COVID-19. The Yum List chats with four of Kuala Lumpur’s top somms to...
View ArticleRoy Thean, Hair Stylist, Hair Bar Estudio
Roy TheanIn this interview, Roy Thean, hairstylist at Hair Bar Estudio, tells about life in the salon and his passion for craft beer.What do you do and how did you get into the industry?Before I was a...
View ArticleSteakhouse TTDI – The Fire Grill New Menu
Steakhouse TTDI – The Fire Grill New MenuWords: Alison Christ Photos: Monica TindallUpon entering The Fire Grill, a steakhouse in TTDI, my very first thought is, “Wow these guys are warm-and-fuzzy.” If...
View ArticleLittle Allegra Bakery, Ipoh – Café & Bakery
Little Allegra BakeryMonica TindallIt wouldn’t be a complete trip to Ipoh if we didn’t visit serial restaurateur Julie Lip to see what latest idea she has cooked up. There is always something creative...
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