Yellow Fin Horse at Else Hotel transforms a 90-year-old landmark into a gastronomic hub. The near-centennial Lee Rubber Building proudly overlooks Chinatown’s historic landscape. Once the tallest building in Kuala Lumpur, the Art Deco-inspired structure has undergone several incarnations throughout its long and weary lifetime, serving as the holiday residence of the city’s fifth and last…
Not all who drink are drunk. When we think about alcohol, many immediately connect it to wild nights and hangovers. But the truth is, not all who drink are drunk. This powerful message is at the core of Penang Cocktail Week 2024, where the focus shifts from alcohol being just a means of release to…
Simon Ford went from working at a wine bar to Founding One of Today’s most iconic gins. Nowadays, fan-favourite gin is hailed as a highly versatile spirit, oft-reached for by the most potent mixologists behind the bar. But as UK gin mogul Simon Ford will tell you, the fashion of gin and its dexterity in…
A Four-Hands Dinner at ATAS Nestled within the bustling streets of Kuala Lumpur, The RuMa Hotel and Residences is preparing for an event that promises to redefine the culinary boundaries of East and West. This September, the hotel’s acclaimed restaurant, ATAS, will become the stage for “Table of Flavours: A Culinary Celebration,” a dining experience…
For 10 years, this homegrown coffeehouse has been mastering the art of the perfect pour. Success for 103 COFFEE wasn’t brewed overnight. A decade ago, the coffeeshop planted its young roots in the humble township of Sri Petaling, shrouded by unassuming mom-and-pop shops and fading local franchises. It was around this time that a 16-year-old…
Plunge into the exhilarating realm of “novel-Asian gastronomy” with two culinary virtuosos: Hans Christian of August in Jakarta (#46 on Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants) and Aidan Low of Akar Dining in Kuala Lumpur. These chefs spearhead a movement revolutionizing Southeast Asia’s culinary topography. Hans, the lauded maestro behind Jakarta’s August, is celebrated for his modern…
discover the Cream of the cafe crop in our curated list Often typecast as a sleepy suburb with only endless rows of semi-detached houses to its name, SS2 has recently awoken to a young, budding cafe scene that seems to have sprung up overnight. Intriguing new offerings have taken the place of shuttered shop lots…
Nucre Pâtisseries: A Gastronomical Dessert Hub Nucre, located on the vibrant streets of Petaling Street, Kuala Lumpur, is not your ordinary dessert destination. Founded by Isaac, a passionate innovator with a scientific mind, Nucre pushes the boundaries of what a dessert can be. Here, meticulously crafted creations tantalize taste buds with unexpected flavour combinations and…
From Rainforest Roots to Sparkling Revolution Deep within the emerald embrace of Sarawak’s rainforests lies a tradition passed down through generations: the art of brewing Tuak. But in the hands of a passionate individual, this ancient elixir is undergoing a sparkling metamorphosis. Enter ENDU Borneo, the first-ever sparkling Tuak, poised to ignite a revolution in…
Celebrating Spring in a sip Spring has sprung, and what better way to celebrate than with a taste of Japan’s most beautiful season? The Roku Gin family just welcomed a new member, the Roku Sakura Bloom Edition, a limited-edition gin that captures the essence of Japanese springtime in every delightful sip. Image credits : Roku…