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 […]
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Maison Francaise, Elegant French Cuisine, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Maison Francaise Maison Francaise, New Chef, New Menu Words by Patricia Podersok Photos by The Yum List aka Monica Tindall The chic elegance of Maison Francaise can handily seduce a gourmand under the best of circumstances, but add a new chef to the mix and n…
Cuisine Gourmet by Nathalie, MIGF Menu, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Divinity in a Dessert at Cuisine Gourmet by Nathalie Cuisine Gourmet by Nathalie MIGF 2014 Menu Walled one side by glass with a verdant backdrop, and the other with smoky grey and chestnut prints brightened with colourful abstract artwork, the ambience of Cuis…
Rendez-Vous, French Restaurant, Bangsar, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Words: Patricia Podorsek Photos: Monica Tindall The mere mention of a “French” restaurant in KL tends to conjure up images of white tablecloths, waiters in black tie, meals wrapped in sophistication, and of course, a hefty price tag to accommodate it all. …
An Austrian Affair – Chef Gottfried Prantl, The Club, Saujana Resort
Monica Tindall For a very short time KLites are invited to partake in a refined Austrian stimulation of the senses at The Restaurant, The Club Saujana Resort. Internationally renowned Austrian chef Gottfried Prantl is in town for only four days and has a line u…
Sunday Tiffin Lunch, Colonial Cafe, The Majestic Hotel, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Colonial Cafe, Sunday Tiffin Lunch followed by Cocktails at the Smoke House, The Majestic Hotel Words by Brooke Keel Video by Anthony Jegu Photos by The Yum List (Monica Tindall) The scene at the Majestic is one that transports the guest back in time, where the imme…
Senja, Italian Restaurant, Saujana Hotel Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Entrance to Senja, Italian Restaurant, Saujana Hotel Senja, Italian Restaurant, Saujana Hotel Words by Brooke Keel Photos by The Yum List (Monica Tindall) During our stay at The Club at the Saujana Resort, one of our favorite experiences was an evening of dining …
Vineria.IT, Bangsar Shopping Centre, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Vineria. IT, Bangsar Shopping Centre Vineria.IT, Italian Hospitality Words by Han Sen Hau Photos by The Yum List (Monica Tindall) My obsession with the Golden Girls is no secret to my colleagues. That timeless classic in television history featuring fou…
Cellar Door, Double Tree by Hilton, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Words: Lisa Mangelsdorf Photos: Monica Tindall Confession! – I almost never eat at restaurants or bars in big hotels. Unless it is a 5-star establishment, I have found in the past they are often of mediocre quality, with uninspired menus, high prices and …
Le Midi, French Italian Restaurant, BSC
One of the few elegant dining restaurants to stand the test of time, Le Midi French Italian Restaurant, in Bangsar Shopping Centre has undergone some changes since our last visit. A new chef, Andrea Alimenti now heads up the team. On our first visit we fell in lo…
La Risata, Ampang, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Words: Kristin Cosgrove Photos: Monica Tindall I’ve always enjoyed my meals at La Risata, whether pizza with the kids or a romantic dinner out with my husband. The food is consistent and the convenience of the Ampang location is a huge plus. I also like the ambie…
Lafite, Valentine’s Day Set Menu, Shangri-La Kuala Lumpur
Ask a Malaysian or an expat who has lived in Kuala Lumpur for any lengthy period of time for an elegant dining recommendation and Lafite is sure to roll off tongues early in the conversation. One of the original fine dining establishments in the city, Lafite at the Sh…