Fellow foodies, it’s time to embark on a delicious adventure as we dive into these epicurean happenings that are currently taking the culinary scene by storm. Whether you’re a passionate food lover looking to eat your way around the world or simply looking to treat your taste buds to something different, these mouthwatering events and establishments are sure to satisfy. So, grab your fork and let’s dig in!
All-new à la carte menu at Kintsugi Kuala Lumpur
From this week, Kintsugi Kuala Lumpur (KL) is expanding its modernist Japanese dining experience from a progressive Kaiseki and Sushi Omakase structure to a complete format that offers Malaysian gourmands a more casual option through an all-new à la carte menu, mirroring its Michelin Selected sister restaurant in Bangkok and helmed by Tokyo Michelin-starred Chef Jeff Okada Ramsey.
With six signature sets, a variety of cold and hot appetisers, small plates from the grill, noodles and rice dishes, and three chef’s special dishes, the new à la carte menu allows guests to sample Chef Ramsey’s tantalising flavours without committing to the hours-long seasonal Kaiseki and Omakase menus.
The 18-person dining room is now reserved for walk-in customers who prefer a more relaxed atmosphere in which to enjoy the restaurant’s exquisite à la carte dishes in the warm and friendly company of their fellow diners. Kintsugi Kuala Lumpur is open for lunch and dinner from Tuesday through Sunday.
Address: The Table, Isetan, The Gardens Mall, 3F, Lingkaran Syed Putra, Mid Valley City, 59200 KL, Malaysia
Tel: +6010 381 1330
Jake Kellie’s Cooking with Fire at Shelter Bali
The highly anticipated third instalment of Shelter Bali’s Shelter Sessions will feature Jake Kellie, chef of Adelaide’s Michelin-starred Arkhé restaurant. As Shelter’s Head Chef Stephen Moore and Jake Kellie team up to create a menu that will tantalise your taste buds and leave you wanting more, this occasion promises to be a culinary celebration of epic proportions.
The gorgeous venue of Shelter Bali in Pererenan, Bali will host Shelter Sessions: Volume 3 on Saturday, July 29 from 12pm to 4pm. Availability is limited,
Address: Jl. Pantai Pererenan No.133, Pererenan, Kec. Mengwi, Kabupaten Badung, Bali 80361, Indonesia
Tel: +62 81353681118
New hip restaurant opening — Electric Eel Bali
Overlooking the waves of Echo Beach in Canggu, Bali lies a brand spanking new restaurant and lounge — Electric Eel. Replete with an irresistibly homely retro ambiance, finding the right way to make a historical reference was crucial for the team behind Electric Eel, the same duo (Tai ‘Buddha’ Graham and Adam McAsey) behind Bali hot spots such as The Lawn, Single Fins, and Skool Kitchen. The design is subtle, featuring custom marble tables, amber corduroy couches, wood panelling, travertine stone touches, a black and white stone chequered floor, Jakey Pedro artwork, and an abundance of plants (including a hanging plant wall).
The concept is also seen on the menu, which features a selection of grandma cakes and other freshly baked goods. Two must-tries while here are The Egg & Ham, which features fried eggs, a glazed ham leg, hash browns, heirloom tomatoes and sourdough; and the Ricotta pancakes with honeycomb butter and maple syrup and a Bacon and Egg butty unlike any other. Long story short, expect to elevate your morning recovery meal when here.
While coastal seating upstairs offers the ideal view for watching sunsets over the Indian Ocean with a cocktail in hand, the chef’s counter invites diners day and night to get a front-row seat to the culinary action. As the sun sets, supper is served to the sound of the beach below and fine bottles of well-known wines are uncorked.
Taste the world at the Singapore Food Festival
The Singapore Food Festival (SFF), held annually, will return from 19 to 30 July 2023, and this year they’re celebrating their 30th anniversary. To mark the occasion, SFF 2023 will feature Singapore’s culinary heritage, inviting attendees to delve into the city’s storied past, savour its vibrant flavours in the present, and be inspired by the innovations that will shape the future of dining.
The highlights of the festival include the extensive Festival Village with three new zones, Food Cartel, Sweets Alley, and Café Boulevard; island-wide activations such as culinary tours, workshops, and chef masterclasses; and exclusive finds specially crafted for the event. The Festival Village, spread out over more than 17,000 square feet at Bayfront Event Space, will also feature the wares of more than 100 different brands.
Entry passes to the Festival Village start from SGD8 (roughly RM37).
