Flavours of Mexico in Malaysia V, Kuala Lumpur
Words: Monica Tindall Photos: Rich Callahan For the fifth year running, the Embassy of Mexico returns with the Flavours of Mexico in Malaysia festival celebrating the friendship between the two...
View ArticleOrganic Hair Colour Kuala Lumpur, Eka Roots Bangsar
Words: Monica Tindall Photos: Edmund Kibo I find myself in a constant dilemma between health and beauty. No doubt good health often translates to a better appearance but getting that polished edge...
View ArticleFlorian Nigen, Chef & Owner, Chez Gaston Bangsar
Florian Nigen, head chef at Chez Gaston Bangsar shares with The Yum List a little about the life of a chef and some of his upcoming projects. What do you do and how did you get into the industry? I am...
View ArticleChef’s Table Asian Fusion Omakase by Chef Kom, K2 TTDI
Words: Monica Tindall Photos: Rich Callahan It’s rare that a chef’s dream of creating and serving whatever her or his imagination delivers comes true. Bound by a need to make money to sustain a...
View ArticleFotona StarWalker, The MAC Clinic Bangsar
Monica Tindall Technology is changing at laser speed and it seems every month I’m presented with something new to assist with my skin goals. There is a trend towards non-invasive treatments and...
View ArticlePilates Ampang & Sports Massage KL, Energy Day Spa
Monica Tindall Exercise is part of my daily routine. Early morning workouts get me off to a positive start setting physical and mental health as a priority. Squeezing it in before the day begins,...
View ArticleSkewer Bar KL, Brazilian Cachaca Bar, Samba, Avenue K
Words: Karen Callahan & Monica Tindall Photos: Rich Callahan A well-mixed drink evokes strong memories. Just the perfect amount of sweet can take you to that idyllic beach vacation, or that splash...
View ArticleFive Elements Pop-Up Experience, Lafite, Shangri-La KL
Words: Monica Tindall Photos: Rich Callahan I view pop-up dining events much like a chef’s table. It’s a chance for chefs to be creative and also an opportunity for diners to try something new. Five...
View ArticleSapore KL & Boschendal Wines, 9 Vines Festival
Photos: Monica Tindall Words: Kirsten Durward Dionysus Asia, with the 9 Vines Festival, has exploded wine and dining events around Kuala Lumpur during the month of September. The penultimate experience...
View ArticleKevin Yong, Pastry Chef, W Kuala Lumpur
Kevin Yong, pastry chef of W Kuala Lumpur, shares some of the challenges encountered when learning to be a chef and a few stories from behind the scenes. What do you do and how did you get into the...
View ArticleAkira Back, Brunch, JW Marriott Singapore South Beach
Monica Tindall Contemporary Japanese cuisine with whispers of Korean flavours and charm from around the world are delivered from the kitchens of Akira Back. Conceptualized by celebrity chef Akira, who...
View ArticleFour Seasons KL Brunch – Sunday Buffet Kuala Lumpur
Words: Patricia Podorsek Photos: Monica Tindall Words that come to mind stepping off the elevator into the lobby of the new Four Seasons Hotel Kuala Lumpur: Elegance. Style. Sophistication. Long, clean...
View ArticleCooLifting, Red Carpet Facial, Lyfe Clinic
Monica Tindall Popularly nicknamed, the Red Carpet Facial, CooLifting has taken the celebrity world by storm. Said to reduce the appearance of your skin by 10 years in five minutes, of course, I...
View ArticleStrine Wine Co, High-Quality Australian Wine, KL
“Purveyors and exporters of fine Australian wines from boutique, high-quality producers.” Monica Tindall There’s something about small, independent providers (of just about anything) that I find...
View ArticleBar Shake Platinum Park, Hidden Japanese Bar
Words: Monica Tindall Photos: Rich Callahan The newest bar on the KL cocktail scene brings meticulous attention to detail in handcrafted cocktails and boutique Japanese spirits to the city centre with...
View ArticleDr Yap Hae Mun, MAC Clinic Bangsar Aesthetic Medicine
Dr Yap Hae Mun of MAC Clinic Bangsar chats with The Yum List about aesthetic medicine and shares some stories from behind the scenes. What do you do and how did you get into the industry? I am an...
View ArticleBest Italian Restaurants in Kuala Lumpur
Italian food is a love of ours and we’re fortunate that there are quite a number of great Italian restaurants in Kuala Lumpur. From family friendly to upscale and romantic, there are a solid number of...
View ArticleBeach Road Kitchen Brunch, Singapore
Monica Tindall The international Beach Road Kitchen at JW Marriott Hotel Singapore Beach Road provides a vibrant buffet of cuisines from around the world for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Live cooking...
View ArticleZiffy Kitchen & Espresso Bar, Sunway Nexis Mall
Words: Monica Tindall Photos: Rich Callahan Ziffy Kitchen & Espresso Bar is a bright addition to Sunway Nexis Mall in Kota Damansara. Surrounded by a bunch of cafes it must try hard to stand out in...
View ArticleMadame Fan, The NCO Club, South Beach Singapore
Monica Tindall “A renaissance of old world values” Madame Fan, at first glance, looks like a glamorous restaurant from colonial times. It’s a place you imagine high-society wining, dining and making...
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