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Taste and Gastronomy
Writing on the places, kitchens, and a small number of hotels I have come to know well.


Elevated Escapes: A Gastronomic Journey
From the ancient, shadowed temples of Siem Reap to the kinetic, rising skyline of Phnom Penh; Cambodia’s culinary landscape is redefining itself. The capital has become a canvas of flavors, where traditional Khmer roots intertwine effortlessly with Chinese heritage and refined Western techniques. I've tried plenty of Chinese restaurant yet Zhan Liang reinterprets Chinese fine dining with a rare, expansive clarity. The menu moves across borders, capturing the delicate nuances
Jun 172 min read


Reimagining The Malaysian Palate
A sensory journey through Malaysia, mapped out course by course at Beta KL. Malaysia’s gastronomic identity has always been magnificent, celebrated globally for everything from its busy night markets to its rapidly ascending fine dining scene. At the forefront of this modern culinary evolution is Beta KL; a one-Michelin-starred restaurant that transforms traditional heritage into an avant-garde, tour of Malaysia through the palate. A prime enclave just five minutes from the i
Jun 172 min read
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