X marks The Spot

X marks The Spot

This new-ish café in Bangsar, KL, located on a little sliver of land with a tree jutting through the roof, was named The Spot by Chinoz by its owners literally because they described its location to friends as ‘X marks the spot’ on the map! 

More Syrian flavours at SAJ

More Syrian flavours at SAJ

S.A.J. Bistronomy by Leen’s (short for Syrian Authentic Jars), offers a similar line up to its predecessor Leen’s, with a few small twists to familiar ones, a couple of fav mainstays and some entirely new dishes. Helmed by chef Ameer Alzalek, his culinary story is 

Spectacular buffet at Four Season KL’s Curate

Spectacular buffet at Four Season KL’s Curate

Experience a fusion of faith, festivity and flavour at Four Seasons Hotel Kuala Lumpur‘s Curate featuring Malam Cahaya Rembulan — A Cultural Feast Through Traditions from March 11 to April 9. “Our team at Curate has gone above and beyond to create menus that beautifully 

Mediterranean fare at Day Dreamers Cafe

Mediterranean fare at Day Dreamers Cafe

I tot this was a new dining spot but turns out Day Dreamers Cafe (halal) has been around for some years, having moved to Plaza Damas from Plaza Damansara, KL, a while back.  The hanging baskets and many potted plants outside the cafe at the 

Bazaar Ramadan at EQ

Bazaar Ramadan at EQ

Iftar at Nipah has been a long-standing tradition at EQ. The breaking of fast provides the perfect opportunity for families, friends and work associates to gather to enjoy the authentic Malay delights. This year, EQ will present two different ways to enjoy the good food 

MadHatter in Kepong offers brunch and breads

MadHatter in Kepong offers brunch and breads

At the relocated MadHatter in Kepong, you can expect food that you’re not going to find anywhere else. Dessert maestro Marcus Low now offers mains as well, with a focus on breads and brunch.  We started our review with a platter of Cold Cuts and 

Cantonese fare at Yun House

Cantonese fare at Yun House

After all these years, only now do I have the chance to try Yun House in Four Seasons. Totally smitten by the interior – elegant and sophisticated, yet not at all cold or distant, you feel welcomed and invited to join in the warmth and 

Sood Yod is so good

Sood Yod is so good

Saw someone posting about Sood yod Thai (which means delicious) and tried it out with the family. “Flavours of Chiangmai” was flaunted at the front and on the wall inside.  Featuring one-dish noodles mostly, and a couple of rice dishes like Khao Kah Mu (braised 

Dragon’s feast at EQ’s Golden Phoenix

Dragon’s feast at EQ’s Golden Phoenix

Long associated with power, authority and largesse, the Year of the Wood Dragon is said to be a time of evolution, improvement and abundance. The annual pop-up of EQ’s legendary Chinese restaurant, Gol8den Phoenix, known historically as one of Kuala Lumpur’s finest, most popular Chinese 

Celebrating the soaring dragon with Oriental Group

Celebrating the soaring dragon with Oriental Group

In conjunction with the 25th anniversary of Oriental Group of Restaurants as it also ushers in the Year of the Dragon, its latest “Soaring Dragon Brings Joy” Chinese New Year series has been launched. It features a vast array of dishes ranging from Charcoal Grilled