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From Kuta Utara to KL: Bali's Warung Eropa has opened its first Malaysian outpost in The Exchange TRX, a beautiful little space for bebek.  Its prime platter is the Bebek Goreng Set (RM69.90), showcasing half a duck, crisp and fresh to the bite, hot and tender to the chew, satisfyingly flav...

Meriah brings cheer for customers seeking original new concepts at The Exchange TRX.This homegrown Malaysian restaurant serves Nusantara specialities that span Southern Thailand to the Indonesian Archipelago.Duck devotees can devour a delicious dinner of Nasi Bebek, showcasing succulent spice-i...

Mont Kiara's new Liang's Dining channels a chic contemporary character into Chinese classics, weaving together colourful charm with floral flourishes. Snacks to share include fresh crab stuffed in its shell, served with a deep, decadent crab sauce, plus densely crunchy fried mantou for dunking (R...

The spice is right at Ara Damansara's new Indonesian restaurant Wartek, spearheaded by a Jakarta-born founder, serving specialities of his homeland with a few Malaysian flourishes.The Nasi Lemak Bebek Madura is absolutely addictive, with firm, aromatic rice paired with a tender, tasty duck leg,...

Rising in KL's revitalised Central Market, Fenyx Bakery is Fung Wong's new pork-free offshoot, serving up classic Chinese cakes and cookies in a shiny spot in the Pasar Besar shopping space.  The wife and husband biscuits remain as well-made as ever, with their tender, pasty chew in flavours...

Central Market's new Kakao Origin harnesses Malaysian-cultivated chocolate for its customisable beverages - choose from a diversity of dark, milk or white chocolate, sourced from Pahang, Perak, Kelantan and Sabah, gently uplifted with herbs, spices and fruits like turmeric, star anise, rosemary...

A milky makeover: Following a fresh facelift, Subang Jaya's YODmilk Shop now channels its Japanese inspirations into a charming space lined with colourful classic posters. Warmly welcoming patrons with passion and personality, YODmilk serves tempting treats like bagels with a sakura cream cheese ...

Seafarer Coffee has a new home, still in Bukit Jalil but now welcoming walk-ins in a fresh-faced roastery and coffee shop that’s cosy for Christmas, serving cool caffeination to make the spirits bright. Sip on the signature iced filter coffee, buoyant with notes of berries, and orange coffee spri...

New in TTDI, Red Tea House is KL's first offshoot of a popular Penang dim sum destination in Bayan Lepas' Taman Lip Sin. The menu comprises crowd-pleasing dumplings galore - tom yum prawn dumplings, mala pork dumplings, salted egg dumplings, preserved egg dumplings and much more, plus several...

Publicly launching Tuesday next week, 28 November, RAYs beams brightly into B.Land PJ, catching the light with warm service to complement sunny fare. RAYs’ repertoire is vibrantly lively and wide-ranging, spanning handmade scallion oil noodles to chilli gnocchi, pulled beef toasties to ...

Bringing irresistible rib succulence to Setapak, Ribatori is the striking new spin-off of OUG's popular Down To Bones. You'll find the full selection of lip-smacking pork rib recipes at this friendly space, marvellously marinated before hitting the grill - the coriander ribs are gorgeous in green...

Polo buns, Portuguese egg tarts and croffles beckon this weekend at Kepong’s new Sōfluffy, which combines a cafe with a store that showcases handicrafts by local independent artists.  Friendly founders Macy and Elaine have curated a charming collection of lovingly crafted cards, cand...

DOSA is Subang's new South Indian-inspired crepe specialist cafe - its Detox Dosa series spans sourdough dosa laced with a choice of mint and coriander, beetroot, turmeric or oats, served crisp and warm with house-cooked sides for a tasty brunch. Fluffy sourdough vada with chutney makes for a mun...

Less than a 10-minute drive from TTDI, Kampung Sungai Penchala's new Laman Coffee Bar offers a rustic retreat for caffeine cravings - friendly couple Fiq and Shereen serve coffee and matcha coupled with croissants and cream puffs in a homely space that's small in size but big in heart.Laman Cof...

Enlivened with plenty of plants, PJ Old Town’s new  Hé Ni Coffee promises playful fare like matcha bagels with green onion ham cream cheese. Distinctive drinks include the Purple iced beverage that blends Yunnan Baoshan espresso with house-made berry juice and the Earthy Oat medley of cold-brew...