Travel | Travel Reviews | Food For Thought

Jakarta City Guide: Eats, Drinks And Luxury Stays

14th August 2024Nicholas Ng

Jakarta Food | Jakarta City Guide | Food For Thought

Discover Jakarta’s vibrant culinary landscape, where local flavours meet international influences in the city’s top dining spots. This guide explores innovative cocktail bars, from cosy speakeasies to rooftop venues, showcasing the best of the capital’s nightlife. Complete your experience with a stay at Jakarta’s most luxurious hotels, offering world-class service, elegant design, and exceptional amenities. Whether you’re indulging in creative cuisine, sipping expertly crafted cocktails, or relaxing in opulent surroundings, this guide highlights the best that Jakarta has to offer. Continue reading →

Relishing Every Bite: Penang At A Leisurely Pace

30th June 2024Esther Chai

Gen | Penang At A Leisurely Pace | Food For Thought

Penang, the pearl of the Orient, is a vibrant tapestry of culinary delights, and after six long years, I returned with a desire to savour its offerings at a leisurely pace. My focus was not on cramming every meal into a short visit, but rather, on appreciating the essence of Penang’s food culture. With stays at the Marriott Hotel Penang and The Prestige Hotel, I was perfectly situated to explore the best food the island has to offer. Continue reading →

Nick Picks: A Gourmet’s Ultimate Guide To Bali

6th June 2024Nicholas Ng

Bali, the Island of the Gods, is renowned for its breathtaking landscapes, vibrant culture, and world-class hospitality. For the discerning traveller seeking the epitome of luxury, Bali offers an array of unparalleled dining, drinking, and staying experiences. From hidden cave restaurants to beachfront bars and opulent resorts, this guide uncovers the best that Bali has to offer. Join us as we explore the finest culinary delights, sophisticated cocktail bars, and luxurious retreats that make Bali a top destination for those seeking an unforgettable, indulgent getaway. Continue reading →

Nick Picks: Ski, Sip and Savour at Niseko Village

15th February 2024Nicholas Ng

Nisekoyo at Niseko Village | Food For Thought

Niseko Village, located in Hokkaido, Japan, is celebrated for its blend of culinary excellence, scenic beauty and its powdery champagne snow. Overlooking Mount Yōtei and described as the Aspen of the East, this contemporary luxury winter sports destination offers a meeting of eastern hospitality with western après ski traditions, and what’s interesting is the duality of some of their outlets, like Gogyo, a ramenya by day and izakaya by night, and Chuya, a teahouse in the morning and cocktail bar in the evening. Continue reading →

The World’s 50 Best Hotels: Luxury Defined Across The Globe

15th November 2023Nicholas Ng

The World's 50 Best Hotels 2023 Group shot

The inaugural World’s 50 Best Hotels makes its debut at the historical Guild Hall, London, highlighting the best in defined best hotel experiences represented by 35 different locations across six continents, with the independently owned Passalacqua in Moltrasio Italy taking the coveted top spot. Continue reading →

Next Level Hospitality: Marina Bay Sands’ Butler Academy

8th September 2023Nicholas Ng

The Marina Bay Sands Butler Academy | Marina Bay Sand's Butler Academy | Food For Thought

Have you ever wondered what is required of a Butler at a hotel? From assisting in arranging for an itinerary to packing your luggage for you, the job of a butler is one that can be challenging but also rewarding. We learn from the Marina Bay Sand’s Butler Academy on what it takes to become a butler at the prestigious hotel. Continue reading →

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

12th May 2023Nicholas Ng

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

9th March 2023Nicholas Ng

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

26th February 2022Nicholas Ng

A Luxury Guide To Penang | Food For Thought

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

9th February 2022Nicholas Ng

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 →