• Johor Bahru,  Malaysia,  Restaurants

    Fat Cork Wine Bar, Johor Bahru

    Tucked away in Taman Pelangi is this hidden gem of a gourmet food and wine outlet simply named ‘Fat Cork Wine Bar’. Look out for the not-easy-to-miss bright orange and black signboard that decorates the shop front but doesn’t provide…

  • Restaurants,  Singapore

    Senso, Singapore

    Senso is a bit of a Singapore institution.  Established in 2000,  Senso is an unofficial pioneer in the Singaporean fine-dining scene.  All my Singaporean friends have been to Senso on dates. Housed in a converted shophouse, the ambience sure is atmospheric.  The…

  • Restaurants,  Singapore

    Shabestan, Singapore

    Shabestan is a delightful restaurant located in popular dining hotspot Robertson Quay.  Robertson Quay is frequented by expats, tourists and yuppies. The environ is pleasant,  classy and ethnic. This Iranian restaurant faces Singapore River and plenty of trees line the…

  • China,  Macau,  Michelin,  Restaurants

    Guincho a Galera, Macau

    Located in the iconic Grand Lisboa Macau, Guincho a Galera takes Portuguese fine-dining to a whole new level. Originally from north of Cascais in Portugal, Fortaleza do Guincho was the original restaurant offering panoramic views over the beach at Guicho…

  • Bangkok,  Restaurants,  Thailand

    La Table de Tee, Bangkok

    Frequent visitors to Thailand often sing praises of its vibrant streets and its status as a veritable paradise for food-lovers. Past the bustling hawker stalls in the main roads, there are countless hidden gems just out of sight, perfect for…

  • Kuala Lumpur,  Malaysia,  Restaurants

    The Majapahit, Kuala Lumpur

    The Majapahit: Southeast Asian cuisines in the hottest restaurant in Kuala Lumpur (KL) Located right next door to the  upcoming Hyatt House,  The Majapahit is the most trendy restaurant du jour in Kuala Lumpur. Despite its trendy status,  The Majapahit…