Month: October 2011

Restoran Muar, Bukit Bintang, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Muar is a town about half way between Kuala Lumpur and Johor known for its delicious local variations of Chinese and Malay dishes. Restoran Muar, just off Changkat Bukit Bintang, offers a chance to try some specialities from this region right here KL. I&#82…

Little Thai, Ampang, Malaysia

Little Thai has become quite the hangout for expatriates in the Ampang area. Visit any evening between 7 and 9pm and you’re likely to come across someone you know. Popular picks are the classic Thai favourites of green chicken curry and mango or papaya salad…

Breakfast at Mosaic, Mandarin Oriental, Kuala Lumpur

Mosaic, all day dining restaurant at the Mandarin Oriental, works with just the same philosophy for breakfast as it does for dinner – focus on quality rather than quantity. While offering both local and international breakfast delights such as Chinese, I…

Peruvian Fusion at La Mar, Lima, Peru

La Mar For fantastic Peruvian food with flair, go to La Mar. We shared several tasting plates consisting of Peruvian staples; ceviche and causa or mashed potatoes. Ceviche (raw fish) reminds me of yum (thai salad) in that its fresh and cooked in lime j…

Pisco Sour in Historic Downtown Lima, PERU

Pisco Sour at Bar Maury at Hotel Maury. The gentleman who brought the cocktail back into the limelight several decades ago, works here and does make a wonderful drink. He’s a quiet, humble man and very happy to take a picture with you. The bar also has tours telling of […]

The Omnivore’s Dilemma by Michael Pollan

The educator in me cannot hide any longer. I’m compelled to share information about food, health and what I think is good for you and our world. So every now and then I’ll post some of my favourite books that have helped shine the light on a healthy eating …

Eco Oasis, Bangsar, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Eco Oasis is a peaceful haven only seconds away from the bedlam and bustle of busy Bangsar.  A restaurant, shop, spa and host to various events such as cooking and lifestyle courses, this place provides refuge for the mind, body and tummy. Unlike some o…

Tandoori Man, Ampang, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Order three things from the tandoori man – chicken tandoori, butter or garlic naan and spinach dip. With a narrow focus and lots of experience (at least 8 years that I’ve known this place) this guy has perfected the art of preparing succulent chicken a…

Mosaic, Mandarin Oriental, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

The newly refurbished all day dining restaurant at the Mandarin Oriental, Mosaic, is sure to titillate the senses with its kaleidoscope of subtle colours, striking patterns and artful lighting. Designed by the award winning Spin Design Studio based in Tokyo, M…