Levantine x Japanese cuisine at Zaataru

Levantine x Japanese cuisine at Zaataru

When I saw others posting about bonito hummus meshed with kotsubu natto, I knew I had to try this unlikely combo for myself. French-trained chef Joel Kirk (formerly from Coley) has teamed up with Leen’s and SAJ’s Syrian chef Ameer Azalek, with input from chef 

Double Zero Pizza doubles up on flavour

Double Zero Pizza doubles up on flavour

Double Zero Pizza arrives in the heart of Ampang with a different kind of promise: simplicity on the surface, depth at its core. A new kind of neighbourhood pizza parlour, it fuses Scandinavian minimalism with sourdough, creating a flavourful dining experience. The name, Double Zero, 

Meat cravings satisfied at Uncle Botak BBQ

Meat cravings satisfied at Uncle Botak BBQ

One of those days, I was craving bbq meat so we paid Uncle Botak BBQ a visit. A popular station for smoky barbecued meat, it comes with a host of homemade sauces too.  The Muslim-owned resto claims to be THE place for wood-fired chicken, beef 

Japanese vegan By Age 18 is a welcome addition to Klang Valley

Japanese vegan By Age 18 is a welcome addition to Klang Valley

A vegan restaurant is hard enough to come by in the Klang Valley, what more a Japanese vegan! By Age 18, located at The Five, Bukit Damansara, KL is the first branch outside Japan. The first restaurant is in Mure, Kagawa in Japan and the 

Classic signatures dishes at Xin Cuisine

Classic signatures dishes at Xin Cuisine

It’s been ages since I’ve last been to Xin Cuisine Chinese Restaurant at Concorde Hotel Kuala Lumpur, oh, how I’ve missed thee! The recent media sneak preview revealed its new line-up of sumptuous classic signature dishes. Leading the kitchen is chef Foong Ah Kwai who 

Signature mooncakes from Oversea Group returns

Signature mooncakes from Oversea Group returns

Oversea Group sees the return of its signature mooncake with timeless classics such as Lotus and White Lotus, Golden Emerald, Shanghai, Assorted Fruits and Nuts, Red Bean, Golden Starlight, Royal Fairy, Noble Delight and the indulgent Musang King Durian.  Many of these are available with 

Tiger Crystal Coldpot and hotpot combo

Tiger Crystal Coldpot and hotpot combo

Hotpot has become a fast favourite among Malaysians and now there’s a refreshing new way to complement your meal. Inspired by the communal energy of hotpot culture, Tiger Crystal Coldpot – an ice bucket cleverly designed to resemble a traditional hotpot, filled with ice-cold Tiger 

Omakase at FooTori

Omakase at FooTori

A first for me as I didn’t even know there was such a thing as Japanese yakitori omakase. FooTori did a good job as every skewer had its own distinct flavour and texture. Hidden away on the ground floor of Plaza Kelana Jaya near the 

Mid-Autumn Festival with Four Seasons KL

Mid-Autumn Festival with Four Seasons KL

For this coming Mid-Autumn Festival, Four Seasons Hotel Kuala Lumpur offers a selection of artisanal creations by chef Ng Meng Loong, dim sum and dessert maestro at Yun House, the Hotel’s Michelin-selected Cantonese restaurant. This year’s mooncake gift box features a specially commissioned design by 

Chalet at EQ KL returns

Chalet at EQ KL returns

Revisiting a cherished chapter in Malaysia’s fine dining history, EQ brings back Chalet, once regarded the pinnacle of fine dining during the early days of Malaysia’s culinary history. Returning as a limited edition dining experience hosted at The Conservatory, Level 3, a visit to Chalet