Italian

Nero Nero in DC Mall is a recommendation from a friend who has a fairly discerning palate when it comes to good food; Italian especially. Jien and I had a rather enjoyable lunch the first time around so we returned soon after with our firstborn in tow. I reckon many…

I heard about WOP Pizzeria in Plaza Damas from my good friend, who suggested I give the place a try since I’m always game for a good wood-fire pizza. Since Jien is an even bigger fan of pizzas, we went there for lunch the next day itself. We arrived at…

The Mandarin Grill at Mandarin Oriental Kuala Lumpur recently went through a facelift – now boasting a refreshed and stylish interior that exudes a contemporary vibe. It is more casual and the menu now offers a combination of authentic Italian cuisine and grill. Heading the restaurant is Chef de Cuisine…

As part of the Gastronomic Journey 2.0 campaign, I’ve been exploring the F&B offerings at Avenue K Shopping Mall to find ten food outlets you should explore when you’re in this shopping mall. It’s been a fun experience going around the mall and trying highlight dishes from respective outlets. I…

My father in-law frequents the F&B establishments at APW quite regularly with his group of friends and seems more up to date with the food scene than I am. Proof Pizza + Wine at APW has been on Jien’s to-try list for quite some time, but I wasn’t as keen…

Basil Pasta House in Kuchai Lama isn’t difficult to miss – with green fluorescent signage and large font, and décor that doesn’t quite scream Italian. But it’s always a full house, day and night. Friends have said good things about the place, citing “good value” and “hearty portions” as to…

I first visited Silverspoon (Ken’s Café back then) in Kepong back in 2005 when it was just a fuss-free Italian restaurant. rif took me there for one of our date nights and back then, the setup was basic but food was really hearty and made with love. When Chef Ken…

Patty & Pie in Aman Suria offers a decent range of burgers and pizzas made from scratch – an outlet both rif and I have been wanting to try since they appeared on our food radar months ago. There is no pie at Patty & Pie; the name “patty” stands…

Favola at Le Meridien Kuala Lumpur hasn’t received the recognition it deserves, despite being around for a good 5 years or more. It is one of the better Italian restaurants by hotel standards and one that I frequented for hearty seafood pasta and fresh bread rolls, which my late mother…

With Christmas Eve less than 10 days away, we’re probably all hunting for a good place to dine or for restaurants that can supply a turkey large enough to feed the entire family. Mezze offers both options – a sumptuous dinner menu for Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve, and…