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Forget Paris, the best of French gastronomy is in Savoy

For the best representation of French gastronomy, the results of the 2015 edition of Chef of the Year suggest bypassing Paris and Lyon – traditionally known as the culinary capitals of France –...

Head to Pudu for hearty curry mee and other local fare

Located in the older part of Kuala Lumpur, Pudu retains much of its old-time charm and is a treasure trove of good old-fashioned hawker fare. Restoran 168 is one place where you’ll find just...

Same-same, but different: the Singapore-Malaysia food showdown

The culinary feud between Singapore and Malaysia always boils down to which country does it better. From Hainanese chicken rice to laksa and even roti canai (or prata, as they call it across the...

On a roll: Bagels are France’s latest foodie trend

The bagel is rolling into the hearts of French foodies who see the New York culinary icon as a healthy alternative to pizza and burgers. And what could be a more natural showcase for the bread...

Top eats in Macau

Macau may be a haven for high-rollers and visitors looking to try their luck at baccarat tables and slot machines. But it turns out that the little Chinese region is also a foodies'...

Break out the fruits and veggies to help avoid depression, study finds

Eating a diet of fruit, vegetables, legumes and nuts that's low in processed meats could ward off depression, according to a large new study that suggests what we eat is more closely related to...

Araki, Umu in London win 2-star Michelin ratings

Two Japanese restaurants in London have acquired Michelin’s two-star rating upon publication of the Michelin Guide Great Britain & Ireland. Alongside Araki and Umu, the guide’s announcement...

Subway co-founder Fred DeLuca dies at 67

Fred DeLuca, who parlayed a US$1,000 loan from a friend into the global Subway sandwich chain, has died at 67 of leukemia, the company announced Tuesday. DeLuca had been treated for the disease...

Consuming fish could lower your risk of depression

According to researchers from the Medical College of Qingdao University in Shandong China, fish eaters have a 17% lower risk of depression than their non-fish eating counterparts. The study,...

Get connected in Subang’s best WiFi cafes

Somewhere energetic, somewhere quiet? Maybe a place to accommodate a workaholic’s wee hours of the AM? A café that may give you a glimpse of its celebrity owners maybe? Or are you really just...

Celebrating Malaysia’s national dishes

If there's one thing Malaysians can all agree on, it's that our food is one of the best there is. Thanks to our diverse culture, we are blessed with a variety of cuisines that we can enjoy...

Genting joins in lip-smacking lineup for international food fest

Three of Resorts World Genting's restaurants will be joining the first-class line-up of restaurants at this year's Malaysia International Gourmet Festival (MIGF) themed “Galactic Chefs! 2015: A...

TMI Tries: Chatime’s new Thai iced teas

Chatime fans have come to expect cool and creative concoctions from the modern tea brand. Some of their past forays included cendol-inspired drinks and mango shakes with fruit specially...

Sizzling KL Japanese BBQ Restaurants

The food trend for Japanese barbecue has been on the rise since Malaysians discovered how amazing it tastes! In Japan, after-work restaurants called izakaya are known for their kushiyaki...

Delicious pork-free dim sum at Sheraton Imperial

When we heard about the excellent dim sum at Celestial Court, we knew we had to make a visit and we weren't disappointed with their pork-free offerings. Sheraton Imperial's Chinese restaurant,...

On the hunt for the best Mee Udang in Taiping

Taiping is the second largest town in the state of Perak. It was also the first tin mining town in Malaysia (Malaya) under British rule and is currently the wettest town in peninsular Malaysia....

NY becomes first US city to add salt warnings to menus

Eating too much salt can cause high blood pressure, heart disease and strokes. And now New Yorkers will get that warning loud and clear when they browse a restaurant menu. New York on...

Most anticipated fall restaurant openings in Asia and the Middle East

Gordon Ramsay and Tom Aikens are particularly busy this fall, with each Michelin-starred chef planning dual openings in Dubai and Hong Kong. Check out some of the most highly anticipated...

Best food gifts from Malacca

After sightseeing and eating up a storm in the historic state of Malacca, shop around for some of the best food gifts the picturesque town has to offer! Tan Kim Hock Product Centre and San Shu...

North America McD’s to use only cage-free eggs by 2025

McDonald's Corp's 16,000 US and Canadian restaurants will serve only eggs laid by cage-free chickens within 10 years, the company said on Wednesday. McDonald's USA has been buying more than 13...