Eating Out

Immersive Sunday dinner of seafood, tableside theatre experience

THE Brasserie at The St Regis Kuala Lumpur, a Michelin-selected restaurant, redefines Sunday evenings with "Pince, Fins and Chardonnay" – a sensorial seafood experience where theatrical tableside rituals meet oceanic opulence and timeless Astor hospitality.

Metro News

Aromatic afternoon tea for 40th anniversary

TEAS from London Tea Exchange go beyond the usual blends.

Metro News

Premium matcha stores in KL offer sakura-inspired creations of various sizes

SPRING-themed Japanese desserts have been launched by a premium matcha brand.

Wellness

Eat fibre to lower PFAS levels in the body

Fibre has many health benefits when consumed, including decreasing the amount of 'forever chemicals' in our body.

Metro News

Season for rice parcels to shine

MOST folks are familiar with the legend behind the glutinous rice dumpling, also known as chang or zongzi.

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Thai twist on tipples

VISITING multiple bars to experience different atmospheres and drinks could make for a good night out.

Metro News

Packaged delights for Dragon Boat fest

Xin Cuisine Chinese restaurant marks the Dragon Boat Festival with time-honoured traditional delicacies.

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Australian meats get Japanese treatment

Lovers of lamb and beef can take the opportunity to enjoy premium Australian meats with Japanese flair.

Nutrition

Do Italians themselves actually follow the Mediterranean diet?

Current dietary trends in Mediterranean countries don't really adhere to the oft-touted healthy Mediterranean diet.

Food News

RM1.50 ‘bun noodles’ make Tapah stall a top draw

Despite price hikes for food, a stall in Tapah, Perak, is selling peanut sauce noodles for only RM1.50 a plate.

Food News

Spotlight on Peranakan cuisine

WHILE the Peranakan delicacy Nyonya popiah may resemble the spring rolls sold at street stalls or night markets, its wrapper, richer filling, signature sambal and sweet sauce tell a story rooted in cultural heritage.

Food News

RM1 doughnuts too sweet to resist

IF there is one sweet treat that has truly stood the test of time, it is the classic sugar doughnut.

Nutrition

Are energy drinks bad for you?

Taken in moderation by a healthy person, they are fine; but they could be dangerous under certain circumstances.

Living

Game-changing food: Top chef Georgiana Viou blends cuisine across continents

Franco-Beninese chef Viou is behind the one Michelin-starred Restaurant Rouge at the Margaret Hotel Chouleur in Nimes, France.

Eating Out

Fresh twist to spice up Nyonya classics

Melaka-born cook's Peranakan dishes add tradition to buffet of local and international fare in KL.

Food News

Hotel marks eighth anniversary celebrating guests, partners at reception

Element Kuala Lumpur celebrated its eighth anniversary in May, marking nearly a decade of delivering wellness-focused hospitality, eco-conscious living and panoramic skyline views from the heart of the city.

Living

Cabinet 8 KL bar offers cocktails with a unique take on local flavours

Cabinet 8 is a hidden bar located inside a "neighbourhood cafe" serving coffee and cocktails on tap during the day.

Nutrition

Vegans, think you're fulfilling your protein needs? Think again

There are two essential amino acids that are very easy to miss out on with a vegan diet.

Food News

Power up mornings with ‘uppuma’

Hearty vegetarian semolina dish can be prepared ahead of hectic starts.

Mind

Are you bad at directions and always getting lost? Blame junk food

Scientists find a link between high-fat and high-sugar foods, and the part of your brain responsible for navigation.