The art of bathing has long been a tradition in Arabic culture. The practice of body purification and cleansing oft involved the whole family, friends and even business associates. The hammam or bathhouse was a place to converse, build community, and unwind. …
Month: November 2014
Estilo Tapas Bar and Charcoal Grill, Publika, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Estilo Tapas Bar and Charcoal Grill, Publika Estilo Tapas Bar and Charcoal Grill, Publika Words by Polly Szantor Photos by The Yum List aka Monica Tindall Once in a blue moon, we come across a gem of a restaurant. It may have been staring us in the face, but until […]
Samuel’s Gorge, A Must-Visit, McLaren Vale, South Australia
Samuel’s Gorge should be on your detour list for any visit to McClaren Vale. Only producing red wines this boutique winery makes some of the best we’ve tasted – and as you know, we ‘taste’ a lot, so that’s no light statement. …
Lucy’s House, Bed & Breakfast, Heritage Wines, Barossa
It doesn’t get much better than this. Catering to one couple only at a time, this beautiful bed and breakfast, Lucy’s House, benefits from pristine air, stunning vineyard views, country hospitality and a little piece of history, all right in the heart of one of …
Coriole, McLaren Vale, South Australia, Beautiful Winery
Coriole is a stunning winery in McLaren Vale, South Australia, less than an hour’s drive from Adelaide. Besides the breathtaking location and some excellent wines, Chef Tom Reid heads the kitchen turning out some truly spectacular cuisine from just abou…
Imran Hossain -Mixologist, SIX Cocktail Bar
Imran Hossain Imran Hossain, mixologist at SIX Cocktail Bar in Bangsar, shares his story in this interview. What do you do and how did you get into the industry? I have been working behind the bar for almost four years now. It all started on New Year’s Eve, 2010 …
Apex Bakery, Tanunda, Barossa, South Australia – Living History
Apex Bakery is a family run and owned business dating back to 1924. Owned by three brothers, the most senior, Keith “Chiney” Fechner, 101 years old, respected for his stubbornness, has insisted the bakery be kept running with traditional recipes and artisan tech…
Kalymnos Pastries, Adelaide, South Australia, Greek Bakery
Kalymnos Pastries For over 20 years Kalymnos Pastries has been serving the Torrensville community and greater Adelaide with delicious Greek pastries and friendly service. A bit of an icon in the foodie city, chef George Diakomichalis and his family are well kn…
Appellation, The Louise, Barossa Valley, South Australia
We love Appellation before we’ve even set foot on the site. We’ve heard rumours of chef Ryan Edwards’ insistence on using seasonal, fresh, local ingredients and his play with the “rhythm of the seasons.” Upon further investigation we learn too that the team ha…
Eccucino, Spanish Promotion, Prince Hotel and Residence, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Chef Jordi Gimeno Prepares a Feast for the Flavours of Spain Promotion at Eccucino The Many Flavours of Spain, Eccucino Words by Kirsten Durward Photos by The Yum List Described as a ‘culinary master bringing the best of the sea and its produce’, guest chef Jordi Gi…
Tony D’Angelo, Coffee Roaster, Adelaide, South Australia
Convinced by the caffeine-crazed looks in people’s eyes when mentioning the name, Tony D’Angelo, and urged on by coffee lovers in Adelaide’s affectionate dubbing, the “God of Coffee,” we knew we had to meet the acclaimed coffee roaster in person so begged him …
Candela, Latin American Food, Adelaide, South Australia
Once a traveling food stall bringing delicious South American pastelitos – deep-fried pastries with sweet and savoury fillings- to the mobile masses, Fritangas has recently decided to plant some roots with a permanent location in Goodwood, Adelaide, exp…