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“Travel is fatal to prejudice, bigotry, and narrow-mindedness, and many of our people need it sorely on these accounts. Broad, wholesome, charitable views of men and things cannot be acquired by vegetating in one little corner of the earth all one’s lifetime.” ― Mark Twain

Where Your Senses Feast Food And Wine Festival 2023: Culinary Excellence at Marina Bay Sands

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Where Your Senses Feast Food And Wine Festival 2023 | Marina Bay Sands | Food For Thought

As Marina Bay Sands is gearing up for their biggest celebration with food and wine, these are some of the highlights that you will not want to miss, from a star-studded line up from Tetsuya Wakuda of Waku Ghin to a dinner by Chef Tonn of Le Du Bangkok, to famous Pilipino chefs Jordy Navarra of Toyo Eatery Manila and Johanne Siy of Lolla Singapore . Here’s 8 gastronomic events not to be missed. Continue reading →

Nick Picks: A Gastronomic Journey to Penang

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Nick Picks A Gastronomic Journey to Penang | Food For Thought

Penang has always been a favourite dining destination of mine, with its colourful cuisine, from street food to fine dining, the city has really elevated itself over the past few years. While many know Penang as a destination for cheap eats, there’s really so much more with its maturing dining scene. This is a selection of places I personally enjoyed, with spots to eat, drink and stay. Here are my picks. Continue reading →

Going Local: A Luxury Guide To Penang

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Penang is world renown to be a food haven, where you come to stay, and flavours come to play. With an amalgamation of cultures from Chinese and Indian to Malay and Peranakan, the flavours of Penang is one that is something you have to taste to understand what the fuss is about. But Penang has so much more to offer with is burgeoning fine dining scene and bar culture. We take a look at how the city has grown in recent years, and new haunts that the local frequent. Continue reading →

Macalister Mansion: A Home Away From Home

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Facade Evening | Macalister Mansion 2020 | Food For Thought

Macalister Mansion in Penang is arguably the most beautiful colonial boutique hotel on the island of Penang, not only because of its pristine iconic white colonial façade, but its artistically tasteful modern and poetic interior, all beautifully matched to give you the best of both worlds old and new. Although a beautiful colonial hotel, it really feels like you’re a guest at someone’s home. Continue reading →

Fortune In Hong Kong Virtual Tour

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Wong Tai Sin Temple | Hong Kong Chinese New Year 2021 | Hong Kong Tourism Board | Discover Hong Kong | Food For Thought | Fortune In Hong Kong Virtual Tour | Food For Thought

The Hong Kong Tourism Board recently conducted a virtual tour in conjunction with the Lunar New Year, with an education on a variety of auspicious traditions for the festive season. The virtual tour included visits to temples for rituals on how to better your luck, feng shui tips, how to write fai chun and also Chinese New Year snacks to buy. Continue reading →

A Day At The Four Seasons Kuala Lumpur

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The Lounge | Four Seasons Kuala Lumpur | Food For Thought

Four Seasons Kuala Lumpur is easily one of the most opulent hotels you will find in downtown Kuaal Lumpur. With a stunningly beautiful hotel in gold, metal and glass, the building’s simple but stylish façade conceals some of the most exquisite experiences you can find right in the heart of Kuala Lumpur. From its iconic Cantonese fine dining Yun House to its multi award winning Bar Trigona, you will see why this jewel is perfect for any season. Continue reading →

Travel Guide: Things To Do at Marina Bay Sands

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Easily described as one of Singapore’s most iconic landmark, the Marina Bay Sands is not simply a hotel, it’s a world of its own. With a plethora of fine dining restaurants, world class luxury shopping, interactive stores and exhibitions, the casino hotel is so much more than that. Whether you are a single traveler, a loved-up couple of a family of four there’s always something to for everyone. Continue reading →

Travel Guide: Things To Do in Cameron Highlands

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Things To Do in Cameron Highlands | Food For Thought

The Cameron Highlands is a popular summer retreat in Malaysia, drawing locals and visitors alike with its substantially cooler climate. It has quite a number of different attractions to visit, which means you’ll definitely find something that aligns with your interests. For instance, there are countless hiking trails for nature lovers to explore, as well as a memorabilia museum that’s perfect for history buffs. If you’re more of a foodie, though, you’re in for a real treat, as there’s no shortage of phenomenal dining options in the Cameron Highlands. Curious? Book a Cameron Highlands tour package today so you can eat your way through our list of tried and tested establishments. Continue reading →