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best bars in KL

Nobu Club, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

 Kirsten Durward and Monica Tindall A little known secret to savvy drinkers in KL, Nobu does delicious cocktails. And yes, you can visit just for a drink. The main restaurant has a delightful bar with incredible Twin Tower view, so close through the panoramic wind…

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La Mexicana, New Outlet in Bangsar

 Han Sen Hau and Monica Tindall *** Sadly, La Mexicana is now closed. The first thing you’ll notice as you set foot in La Mexicana’s new outlet along Jalan Telawi in Bangsar is the explosion of colour: only Mexicans would have the ingenuity to line acid pink barstool…

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Beans Depot, Kelana Jaya, Petaling Jaya

 Ross Jones and Monica Tindall Tucked away in a small corner of Petaling Jaya is a place where coffee is a form of expression; it is spoken of reverently and given a royal treatment. This place, Beans Depot, has been open for quite a while and is the product of LS […]

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BreadFruits, Desa Sri Hartamas, Kuala Lumpur

“Real Food and Comfort Dining” We first became enamoured with BreadFruits in 2013. Just opened the small café cum organic grocers enticed us with its warm community feel and delicious and healthy breakfasts. Returning nearly two years later, BreadFruits co…

Blu Bar, Shangri-La Hotel Sydney, Australia

On the top floor of Shangri-La Hotel Sydney resides one of the most chic bars in the city. Walled with glass and offering dazzling views over magical Sydney Harbour, it’s a happening spot every night of the week and should be on your “must visit” list on any trip to […]

Must Eats and Drinks in Kuala Lumpur

Over the next few weeks lots of newbie expat friends will be arriving to Kuala Lumpur to make Malaysia their new home for the next part of their lives. It can be both exciting and nerve wrecking arriving as a resident, not as a tourist, knowing that the loves and […]

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Awesome Canteen, Petaling Jaya, Malaysia

Words:  Dominique Montiel       Photos:  Monica Tindall When a restaurant’s name starts with the word ‘awesome’, it’s safe to say that you develop a sort of straightforward expectation of not only amazing food, but also service and atmosphere. I found myse…

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Wine Talk, Online Wine Shop & Wine Delivery

Wine Talk is up to great good again – bringing in exclusive new wines chosen by a professional sommelier for value and taste, customizing my selection according to my personal preferences, making recommendations of some different drops to try based on styles …

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Very Happy Hours at Quivo, Pavilion, Kuala Lumpur

Kirsten Durward and Monica Tindall Happiness comes in many forms, one of which for me is finding a great deal. Since the demise of Mediteca’s Wine and Cheese Happy hour, I’ve been languishing for want of somewhere to end the week with panache. But Quivo’s new Happy …

best bars in Penang

Gravity, Rooftop Bar, G Hotel Kelawai, Penang

Lush hill views on one side and seascape glimpses on the other, Gravity rooftop bar, is the latest and greatest in Penang’s bar scene. Perched atop the newly opened G Hotel Kelawai, on the 24th floor, the sky bar promises a night to remember. We arrive just as the s…