By the third morning in Ipoh, the kopitiam auntie had stopped asking. She set down the white coffee, the kaya toast, the half-boiled eggs in their small glass, and moved on to the next table without looking back. It was the smallest possible gesture and it changed everything. I had been there long enough to […]
Whether it’s during a school holiday or just a weekend, spending time with your kids not only strengthens your bond with them but also brings your entire family closer together. It’s an easy way to let them explore, learn new things, and have fun! Thankfully, there are many family-friendly attractions in Malaysia that can help
After a four-year hiatus, the Eastern & Oriental Express is once again bringing romance to the rails of Malaysia. Left to right: Train steward Joaquin Praveen Vishnu; inside a State cabin aboard the Eastern & Oriental Express The first time I stepped aboard the Eastern & Oriental Express, more than a decade ago now, was
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Heading to Kuala Lumpur and in search of a neighbourhood to explore? Taman Paramount might be one of the best places to start, for its wealth of cafes and restaurants means that you’re bound to find food that’ll tickle your tastebuds. A favourite among those residing in KL, Selangor, and beyond, the sleepy Petaling Jaya
Where better to enjoy a chilled glass of bubbly than onboard a luxury train? That’s the thinking behind Veuve Clicquot’s latest set of unique gastronomic excursions crafted with Belmond. Veuve Clicquot and Belmond have crafted three unforgettable train adventures / ©Matt Hind It’s not the first time the champagne house has teamed up with the
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PREDICTION: IN A COUPLE OF YEARS, Kuala Lumpur’s hotel scene will be a snazzier and more glamorous older sister of its present iteration. From the homegrown-luxe EQ to the what-more-do-you-need-in-a-venue Four Seasons, no one would ever call that the current slate of the city’s hotels bland or mousey, but things are set to go to
BEST NEW RESTAURANT AND BAR OPENINGS IN MALAYSIA Curios-City George Town This rustic eatery serves contemporary cuisine spliced with local flavors. Think striped grouper, aged duck and spiny lobster mains along with melt-in-your mouth risotto. Curioscity’s location in a pre-war Georgetown shophouse, an UNESCO Historic Site, has additional servings of old world kitschiness to go
