Secret 009 Kalacs @ Publika
Hungarian "chimney cakes," a traditional pastry born in Transylvannia & known in the Slavic languages as "kurtos kalacs," is the carb-heavy highlight of this new little cafe in Publika, headed by a...
View ArticleMoussandra @ Solaris Dutamas
Moussandra moves: A new era beckons for this beloved institution, which has shifted over the past 15 years from Jalan Pinang to KL Plaza & now, Solaris Dutamas.Paintings & artifacts from bygone...
View ArticleEpiphany Coffee @ Ara Damansara & My Espresso @ Subang
Cured by caffeine: Eureka moments might be challenging to come by without a cup of coffee within reach, a robust reason to visit bean-bountiful cafes like Epiphany at Oasis Ara Damansara & My...
View ArticleOink Revolution @ Mediteca Wine Tapas, Fraser Place
Do you hear the people sing? Mediteca started out as a no-pork restaurant (forget the phrase 'pork-free'; we only need to be free of foul things), but from this month onward, this has become a...
View ArticleBig Chomp Burger @ SS15 Subang
Burger haters, avert your eyes: Another teen-targeting joint has invaded burger-besieged Subang, bringing more meaty mischief to this thriving neighborhood.Big Chomp Burger (no relation to Big Hug...
View ArticleThe Burger Factory @ Kota Kemuning & Bert's Jr Burgers @ Kota Damansara
Kota Kemuning might seem like a lush suburb that's cocooned from the culinary crazes of the carnivorous city, but this week's opening of The Burger Factory here proves that no neighborhood is immune...
View ArticleBruce Lee Sushi & Bean Buff @ SS15 Subang
Kicking its way into Malaysia, this offshoot of a New Zealand sushi chain that operates outlets in Auckland started serving funky fusion sushi in Subang this month.Conservatives might thumb their noses...
View Article15 Sheets @ Bangsar & Artisan Roast @ PJ Section 13
Jonesing for java? Our city's need for caffeine has morphed into a full-blown addiction, with two more openings this month that might become notorious dens for joe junkies.First up, 15 Sheets, a...
View ArticleBEAST by BIG @ The Intermark, Tun Razak
The BIG Group, the 800-pound gorilla of KL's restaurant scene, is taking a walk on the wild side, reconstructing its Intermark establishments for a new showcase of ambitions that can't be caged.BEAST,...
View ArticleD'Cuisine @ The Plaza, Jaya 33
D'lightful d'scoveries might draw d'votees to Plaza 33's D'Cuisine, a new retooled-Asian-cuisine offshoot of the D'Italiane Kitchen restaurant chain.The menu feels both familiar & fresh with...
View ArticleD'Sens @ Dusit Thani Bangkok
Reputedly one of Thailand's top French establishments, with a lovely view of Bangkok from the 22nd floor of the Dusit Thani hotel.D'Sens was first launched in collaboration with France's Pourcel twin...
View ArticleCapital Nasi Dagang Kelantan @ Damansara Utama
Direct from Kelantan, the owners of the popular 'nasi dagang' stall in Kota Bharu's Capital Cafe ventured into the Klang Valley this month, opening their first new outpost in Damansara Utama.Back in...
View ArticleGE13 Disgustation @ Bistro a Table
No recount necessary: Bistro a Table should secure a landslide victory & be elected into the Parliament of Palate-Pleasuring, thanks to its latest degustation dinner that skewers the many mishaps...
View ArticleThe Cup & Quick Bites @ Publika
Asian street fare lines the corridors of Publika's lower levels, spanning Korean comfort cuisine at The Cup to Vietnam's soulful sandwiches at Quick Bites.First up, The Cup; service seems sluggish...
View ArticleYutaka Japanese Restaurant @ Solaris Mont Kiara
Returning to Yutaka at Solaris Mont Kiara. Earlier entry: April 9.Taking a risk on the RM180+ chef's selection of sashimi might pay off ...... with nine varieties of seafood, each served in tantalizing...
View ArticleTous Les Jours @ Telawi, Bangsar
This 'French-Asian bakery-cafe' franchise with branches in South Korea (its birthplace), China, Vietnam & North America finally debuted in Malaysia this weekend, opening its maiden outpost in...
View ArticleDaikanyama Meets Simply Mel's @ Changkat Bukit Bintang
Culinary worlds collide at Daikanyama, where a menu that's likely never been seen at any other Japanese restaurant on earth will be launched next week.Inspired by the soul food served at Simply Mel's,...
View ArticleAgape: Love Your Food @ Setiawalk Puchong
Not a bad nook for nibbles; this new European eatery is on a sparsely traveled corridor in the Setiawalk complex, but it's worth sniffing out for its pork-loaded menu. Plus, there's currently an...
View ArticleYamamomo @ Centrepoint Bandar Utama
Some interesting stuff at Yamamomo, a new outlet in Bandar Utama's oft-forgotten Centrepoint.Chilled charcoal soba with salmon sashimi rose & lightly seared butter fish (RM38 before taxes), a...
View ArticleIchiriki @ The Gardens, Mid Valley
Opening this week at The Gardens Mall, Ichiriki is run by the folks behind a more established Japanese brand, Yuzu, known for branches at KLCC & Mid Valley.Ichiriki specializes in tonkatsu; unlike...
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