From rooftop establishments to poolside hangouts, here are five bars in town on our must-visit list for great booze with a side of KL’s skyline. Another week, another new bar to visit in the bustling city of Kuala Lumpur. Or…
Sep 28, 2018
Nobu crosses borders for a limited-time menu celebrating its trademark style
What happens when Nobu KL meets Nobu London? Nobu style ice kacang, apparently. Four chefs from Nobu London and Nobu Kuala Lumpur have come together to curate a limited-time menu. We got a taste of Nobu Crossing Borders courtesy of…
Sep 25, 2018
Learning the secrets of a Malay Kitchen with Chef Ann’s east coast-inspired touches
We set out to discover the secrets of a Malay kitchen during our stay at Tanjong Jara Resort under the tutelage of its head chef and Menu Master, Chef Ann. Malaysian cuisine is perhaps one of the hardest to define…
Sep 24, 2018
Cape Mentelle is made to transport seafood lovers to the coast and back
Best enjoyed by the beach, but when not, close your eyes and it’ll take you there through your taste buds. Tucked away in the southwest corner of the Land Down Under is Cape Mentelle, a pioneering winery of the renowned…
Sep 06, 2018
Let Chef Melba Nunis show you why Kristang cuisine is a Malaccan gem
The Majestic Malacca’s Kristang Culinary Journey roots us to the rich cultural context of Malaysia’s gastronomic tapestry. ‘What exactly is Kristang food?’ is a question we encountered almost every time we related our experience on the Kristang Culinary Journey. Despite…
Sep 04, 2018
Get to know Grand Hyatt KL’s new Executive Chef Rolf Knecht through his dishes
We sat down for a 5-course ‘Meet the Chef’ dinner at the hotel’s signature THIRTY8 restaurant recently and this was what we gathered about his culinary style. Keeping up with the advancement of the local hospitality industry this year, Grand…
Sep 03, 2018
Saint Pierre Restaurant is opening at W Kuala Lumpur – here’s what to expect
Singapore’s Michelin-starred Chef Emmanuel Stroobant will introduce the Saint Pierre experience this September 11. KL, listen up – celebrity Chef Emmanuel Stroobant is bringing Saint Pierre Restaurant to Malaysia, right in the swanky setting of the brand-new W Kuala Lumpur.…
Aug 30, 2018
At Kikubari, Meatless Mondays are creative playgrounds for junior chefs
Chef Jun Wong’s brand of sustainable, progressive Japanese cuisine is elaborated by her team in a youthful display of talent and potential. Tucked away at a corner of DC3 is the unassuming progressive Japanese restaurant, Kikubari, which has been serving…
Aug 28, 2018
5 quintessentially Parisian experiences at Cafés Richard, Genting Highlands
Cafés Richard brand ambassador Luc Jiquet shares five unique experiences at the Parisian cafe that make it a must-visit the next time you head to the highlands. When you’re looking for a breezier setting to escape the urban heat in…
Aug 24, 2018
Pacific Standard Bar puts a modern Malaysian spin on old Hollywood
Its quiet, lofty charm is held together by a theme that’s as easy on the eyes as it is the palate. (swipe left) You may well have heard of Pacific Standard Bar by now; perhaps even walked the wooden floor…