Month: June 2021

Curiouser And Curiouser: Umami Cocktails At The Curious Gardener

Nicholas Ng
Bar | The Curious Gardener | Food For Thought

One of the latest bars to grace the Kuala Lumpur nightlife is The Curious Gardener, serving cocktails inspired by homegrown herbs and flavours. Headed by Alvin Au Yong, the bar boasts an impressive array of cocktails suited most for an umami palate, with an array of punny names such as Twisting My Melons! and Holy Shiitake!, all which you would have to taste to appreciate its direction. We sit down with Alvin Au Yong to learn a bit more. Continue reading →

Tiffin Gift Packs: The Perfect Gift For Father’s Day Can Be Yours

Nicholas Ng
Tiffin Gift Pack - Feast Pack | Food For Thought

As Father’s Day looks around the corner we have decided to do a giveaway celebrating fathers, stepfathers and godfathers in all forms who have taken the time to raise us. In collaboration with Tiffin, we are giving away 3 exclusive gift packs to 3 lucky winners. Each box comes with different items from some of Kuala Lumpur’s best restaurants and eateries, packed with products that would make your dad smile. Continue reading →

A Gentleman’s Attire: The Art of the Bespoke Tailored Suits

Nicholas Ng
Paul | Montana Tailors | Food For Thought

Like many Chinese communities in Asia, Malaysia is no stranger to trained masters in the old ways of tailoring. One such tailor is Montana, a tailor that has inherited his father’s skills with years of tutelage, continuing this art that is becoming more and more scarce. There is so much that does into making a suit, from initial conception, measuring, mending and even wardrobe management. Continue reading →