Food and luxury travel - Malaysia and the world
Tony’s professional career has focussed on managing the development of ventures with particular emphasis on Greenfield or start up activities and transnational business. His company, Greenwheat Freekeh Pty Ltd (GwF) is the first to develop the only technolo…
The entrance of the Banjaran never fails to impress. Giant limestone outcrops rise above a hot spring lake and, lush green vegetation invokes thoughts of dinosaur times. At the right time of day you can actually see steam drifting from the water’s surface in wh…
The minute we heard there was a new menu at the Dining Room, Macalister Mansion, we made a reservation to try out the refreshed line up. Falling in love with Chef Lance’s previous degustation experiences, prepared using classic French cooking methods but cele…
If you follow The Yum List regularly, you probably guessed by our last write up on Suffolk House Restaurant, that we are pretty excited about the new chef in the kitchen. Gordon Robertson, with a wealth of international experience, is livening up the menu at thi…
Words by Craig J Selby Photos by The Yum List (Monica Tindall) *** Sadly, La Mexicana is now closed. The closest I have ever come to Mexican food before was Tex-Mex, and I have to say, that the good ol’ Tex Mex comfort food does not come close to authentic […]
Shwe Dagon Pagoda at Sunset Traders Hotel, Yangon, Myanmar In the newly developing commercial capital of Myanmar, Yangon, there are limited hotels from which to choose. A couple of restored colonial buildings made into high-end accommodation will leave yo…
Living Room, Macalister Mansion Living Room, Macalister Mansion, Penang Our choice hotel for a beautiful stay in Penang is, without doubt, Macalister Mansion. Besides the eight gorgeous designer rooms there are also four distinctly diff…
Toni Valero In this interview, Toni Valero shares some stories from behind the scenes and how he ended up in Malaysia. What do you do and how did you get into the industry? Maybe I just wanted to cook with the same happy mood my mum did for me when […]
Quinoa Salad – The Daily Habit The International Year of Quinoa Words by Caning Jaramillo Photos by The Yum List (Monica Tindall) Growing up in South America I was lucky to travel to and discover many magical places on the continent. From the pristine waters …
Le Planteur Le Planteur Restaurant and Lounge, Yangon, Mynamar An entire hectare of landscaped gardens is the setting for one of the best-reputed restaurants in Yangon, Le Planteur. A red brick manor houses the fine dining restaurant. Rich wooden floo…
L’Opera House Wine L’Opera, Italian Restaurant and Bar, Yangon, Myanmar Enchanting and Romantic, Bliss on the Lake The ambassador (from country of withheld name) speaks with much enthusiasm (and almost a dribble) as he lists his favourite place…
The Strand Cafe The Strand, Afternoon Tea, Yangon, Myanmar Ask any traveler who has visited Yangon to tell their “must visits” in the city and The Strand hotel is often one of the first few names to their lips. Lucky to have some expat buddies in local residence to a…