The rise of hidden bar in Melaka – Xiao Bar (晓Bar)

While there isn’t any world class mixologist, the cocktails on offer are made by some of the friendliest bartenders. These concoctions show up quickly even on such impromptu visit before their grand launch, served elegantly in pretty glassware and garnished simply with flowers and fruits.   Unlike the bare rustic and bright homestay spaces above …

Handmade Noodle @ Desa Sri Hartamas

It has always been a question as to who invented noodles, Italian or Chinese ? A topic both noodle enthusiasts, or rather the history buffs have shown eager interests. Scientists have their theories backed with discoveries to mark the earliest record of the existence of noodle. Studies from historians and archaeologist have their reasoning but …

Forebidden, Ara Damnasara – clever Chinese twist, totally unforbidden

Forebidden @ Ara Damansara   If ever there were a restaurant worthy of recommendation when it comes to brilliant Chinese fusion, forebidden certainly came close. The food here is intelligent, humorous, and thoroughly thought out. It would be a mistake to call forebidden a fusion restaurant, as many have miscategorised it, because it is far …

Me Famiglia @ Kepong

With restaurants picking up global food trends and food merchants marketing gimmicks often taking precedence over real comfort soulful foods, I would be a colossal liar if I didn’t admit that I was wowed by some of those executions. And yet, there’s plenty of great cooks and chefs, and restaurateurs keeping a clear parallel when …

Bar Patua @ MGM Cotai, Macao (Macau)

#sycookiestravelogue, #foodeverywhere #2018macaoyearofgastronomy #experiencemacao #sycookiesxmacao .   Macao does casinos and entertainment like no other city. The glam and bling of luminescence and iridescent glow at every single corner reflects the class and hospitality Macao has come to represent. At MGM, the lustrous warren of comfy nooks for wooing, with an elegant even though not …

Legit burger joint at Jalan Imbi- Burger on 16

Burger On 16 at Jalan Imbi #sycookiesxburger #foodeverywhere   Burger on 16 pride themselves on using the best meat. The burgers are uproariously good, but so is the atmosphere at this fun food joint. Service is smiley and personal, and the thoughtful availability of power sockets and wifi connection to digital nomads as well as …

Must Have Macao Sweet Treats! Portuguese tart, which is the best?

Macao Sweet Treats! Portuguese tart, which is the best? #sycookiestravelogue, #foodeverywhere #2018macaoyearofgastronomy #experiencemacao #sycookiesxmacao Macau egg tarts. They aren’t exactly quite “news” anymore but a visit to Macao must have egg tarts on the itinerary. Macau egg tarts were initially and commonly considered a Portuguese import, with Lord Stow being one of the early names …

Margaret’s Café e Nata Macao, Authentic Portuguese Egg Tart

Margaret’s Café e Nata Macao. Are they any good or better than Lord Stow’s ? Who wins the battle of Macao Portuguese Egg Tart? Macau egg tarts were initially and commonly considered a Portuguese import, with Lord Stow being one of the early names for egg when it comes to Macao Portuguese tart. Another famous …