Kikubari – Sake. Wine. Tapas – Japanese, DC Mall
Monica Tindall Kikubari means caring in Japanese, and the team at this sake, wine and tapas restaurant on the third floor of DC Mall brings the meaning to life. Warm greetings mark our arrival and...
View ArticleIPPUDO, Japanese Restaurant, Bangsar Shopping Centre
Monica Tindall With a mission of spreading “smiles and arigatou through bowls of Ramen,” IPPUDO has more than accomplished its goal with over 200 restaurants in 14 different countries worldwide. And,...
View ArticleSapore, Ampang, Spanish & Italian Restaurant
Words: Heather Onderick Photos: Monica Tindall Those of you romance language connoisseurs will know that the word Sapore means flavor in Italian. A recent lunch at Sapore uncovered a bouquet of fresh...
View ArticleYG Republique: Samgeori Butchers, TREC KL
Words: Katrina de Laszlo . Photos: Monica Tindall Until last week, I was a Korean BBQ virgin and as it turns out, I couldn’t have chosen a better place to experience this style of eating for my...
View ArticleCafe 5, Belgian Liege Waffles & Coffee, Pudu
Monica Tindall Keeping things simple, Café 5 is named after its number on the street in Pudu. Surrounded by Chinese shop houses, mechanics and bric-a-brac stores, this corner café is a fun find, and...
View ArticleSvago, Spanish Italian Restaurant, KLCC
Words: Linnea Welker Photos: Monica Tindall We arrived at Svago on a lovely sunny afternoon to be greeted by Spanish Chef Basilio and Svago’s friendly servers. Chef Basilio’s passion for his new...
View ArticleIgor Macchia, Italian Michelin-starred Chef
What do you do and how did you get into the industry? At the moment, I’m managing three restaurants: La Credenza restaurant in San Maurizio Canavese; Casa Format restaurant in Orbassano; and L’origine...
View ArticleExploring Miami’s Key Biscayne – Top Travel Tips
Exploring Miami’s Key Biscayne The barrier island of Key Biscayne, a mere 15-minute drive from downtown Miami, is home to picturesque white sand beaches, two state parks, and a diverse array of...
View ArticleSoleil, DC Mall, French Sunday Brunch
Words: Patricia Podorsek Photos: Monica Tindall When I think of celebrities I tend to conjure up the likes of talented athletes like David Beckham or talented actors like Nicole Kidman, but...
View ArticleFlechas de Los Andes, Rothschild + Noma, Stoked KL
Monica Tindall There’s nothing like the name “Rothschild” to grab a wine lover’s attention. Add “chef from Noma” and you’re guaranteed to make any serious gourmet sit up and listen. Put both together...
View ArticleRémy Cointreau Malaysia Launch, Sofitel Damansara
Monica Tindall Hosted in one of KL’s newest hotels, Sofitel Damansara, Rémy Cointreau launched its official partnership with Malaysia at the end of last month. Described by Rémy Cointreau Senior Vice...
View ArticleVenezuelan Gastronomic Festival 2017, InterContinental KL
Monica Tindall The Embassy of the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela in Malaysia in conjunction with the InterContinental Kuala Lumpur invite guests to dine on a feast of authentic Venezuelan dishes...
View ArticleTrace Restaurant and Bar @ Element Kuala Lumpur
Monica Tindall Magnificent skyline vistas are the immediate attraction of the the 40th floor restaurant, Trace Restaurant and Bar, at Element Kuala Lumpur. Views are soon a mere distraction, however,...
View ArticleTatsu, Japanese Restaurant, InterContinental Kuala Lumpur
Words: Heather Onderick Photos: Monica Tindall Walking into Tatsu is a pretty ethereal experience. The charcoal grey interior is immediately calming. The ambiance is tranquil, with Joan Miro looking...
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Element Kuala Lumpur, KL’s Green Hotel
Monica Tindall Residing in the eye-catching Ilham Tower, Element Kuala Lumpur is one of the city’s first “green” hotels with stunning views, a central location and a contemporary lifestyle hub that...
View ArticleEvert Onderbeke, Head Chef, Soleil, DC Mall
The Yum List interviews Chef Evert Onderbeke of Soleil in DC Mall. What do you do and how did you get in the industry I’m the head chef and co-founder of Soleil, which first opened in Petaling Jaya but...
View ArticleQuivo Third Anniversary Fiesta, Pavilion Kuala Lumpur
Words: Chris Moore Photos: Monica Tindall Boleh Lah! These are about the only words that can justifiably sum up the scene in Pavilion throughout the weekend of October 6th-8th. Imagine walking into...
View ArticleEat-In Counters, ISETAN – The Japan Store, Kuala Lumpur
Monica Tindall One of the hottest food and beverage openings over the last year has been The Table on the fourth floor of ISETAN – The Japan Store. This group of stylish dining restaurants has...
View ArticleWild Honey Singapore, Breakfast and Brunch
Monica Tindall THE place for all-day breakfast in Singapore is Wild Honey. Formed out of the simple love of the morning meal, Wild Honey, open since 2009, has become an institution in Singapore....
View ArticleJack Rose, Kuala Lumpur, New Bar in Bukit Damansara
Words: Chris Moore Photos: Monica Tindall After a decade in Asia, I’ve had my eyes opened by many new experiences within a wide variety of cultural norms. One observation I’ve made is that themed...
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