Nicolas Fraile: The Creative Mind Behind 4 of KL’s Popular Bars

We’ve had the pleasure of talking with Nicolas Fraile (Nico) at one of the Inndustry Mondays at Paloma by Ascaro. Nico told us about his exciting FnB journey in Malaysia as we watched Padel games get heated and enjoyed cold refreshing cocktails in the open air at the rooftop of 1Utama. Running 4 bars in…

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Leslie Gomez: The Man Behind Culinary Excellence

Leslie Gomez is the Founder and Executive Director of The Olive Tree, an award-winning restaurant group in Malaysia. In this article we cover the lovely conversation we had with Gomez at the group’s newest outlet La Chica, Bangsar, the third of its series, a radiant colourful Mexican Grill sitting in the lovely neighbourhood of Jalan…

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3 Hidden Bars In KL: A Night Out For Mystery Seekers

We heard that you’re seeking something mysterious in the city and we’re here to make that happen! We’ve put together 3 Hidden Bars in KL that you will want to explore on your next night out! The Attic Bar From the name you might have guessed this bar’s hiding spot -yes it’s rooftop! Located at…

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Love for Murals: Bars in KL Edition

There’s no doubt Kuala Lumpur radiates with natural beauty from tropical trees to beautiful sceneries but also human-made arts like the astonishing murals and beautiful street art done by amazing local artists offering tourists and instagrammers aesthetic backgrounds for their pictures! Now let’s add to that great company and refreshing cocktails and we're pretty sure…

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TOP 30 Academy Announces: The Bartender Academy in collaboration with Chivas Regal and Ballantine’s Cambodia.

Phnom Penh, Cambodia 5.9.2023 The Top 30 Academy, a subsidiary of Cambodia's Top 30 in partnership with Chivas Regal and Ballantine’s Cambodia is thrilled to announce the launch of "The Bartender Academy," an innovative program designed to cultivate the next generation of talented bartenders. With the shared vision of nurturing young talent and elevating the…

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BWOT x Malaysia’s Top 30 Bars on Sustainability

Bar World of Tomorrow is an initiative that was created in mind of training bartenders with sustainable and responsible practices. It is in collaboration with Pernod Ricard, Trash Collective, and the Sustainable Restaurant Association. Malaysia’s Top 30 Bars bartenders have attended the Masterclass on Sustainability this week with guest speaker Angel Ng, owner of Triptyk. …

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Her House: Top Cocktail Menu of the Year 2022

A walk up the narrow vintage shop floor, still rich in historical scent just a few doors away from a classic Chinese fortune teller, stood a classic metal door that opens to a trippy entryway mirrored walls lined with neon lights that change color from time to time. It is also where most customers stop…

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6 Romantic Valentine’s Day Dinners in Klang Valley 2023

Love is in the air as Valentine’s Day is around the corner. After two years of restriction due to the pandemic this year is especially extra special for many as they look forward to celebrating it with their loved one. For that, there are many restaurants offering special promotions for the occasion. Below we have…

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Puteh – Malaysia’s Top30 Beach Bar of the Year 2022

Winning the award single handedly not because it is probably being the only highly visited beach bar along the East Coast of Malaysia especially through the pandemic where traveling to Bali for beach bar lovers were restricted from, Puteh Beach Bar promises you more than just that. Located on the beach of Adena Beach Resort…

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An Afternoon With Luca and Chef JJay

Earlier in October, Luca honored us to attend their new Hi-Tea menu reveal and try it ourselves. Luca by The Olive Tree Group located in Bangsar is known for their unique fusion of European meets Northern Indian dishes. The all-day opened its doors only in February 2022 is divided into three different areas if you’re…