Fah Thai Magazine March/April 2018 - Infight Magazine of Bangkok Airways

HAPPENINGS
SINGAPORE
MALAYSIA
KUALA LUMPUR
SPOTLIGHT
Neighbourhood of Good Eats
Lined with beautifully restored
colonial shophouses, Duxton Hill
makes for a very picturesque setting.
Its unique architecture aside,
this prominent neighbourhood
has carved a reputation as an area
that is both a feast for the eyes,
as well as the stomach.
The area once known more
for its KTV operations decades
ago is now a renowned foodie
destination – thanks to a
number of quaint restaurants,
bars and cafés that have set up
shop in the neighbourhood.
Catering to the tastebuds
of Singapore’s young, hip
crowd and omnipresent expat
community, this delicious
enclave serves up a wide variety
of international flavours and
refreshing beverages.
From fresh seafood to Spanish tapas
as well as Mexican bites, being spoilt
for choice is a requisite in Duxton Hill.
Although there are too many to mention,
some of the standouts in the area include
the newly opened Brightside, for light bites
and refreshments and French fine-dining
establishment, Rhubarb Le Restaurant, which
owns the distinction of a Michelin Star.
Duxton Hill, Singapore
SPOTLIGHT
Time for Kopitiam
This traditional old school kopitiam
(coffee shop) is an institution for
KL-ites. Situated near the centre of
the Kuala Lumpur City Centre on
Jalan Kamunting, Yut Kee has been
dishing out delicious Hainanese
dishes for decades.
One of the ‘go-to’ places for
a typical Malaysian breakfast,
Yut Kee serves up an interesting
variety of dishes ranging from
the staple, half-boiled eggs
with toast, to more elaborate
offerings such as the Roasted
Pork Roll, which is only available
on weekends. Other mainstay
favourites include the Roti Babi - a
deep fried bun stuffed with minced
pork, stir-fried Hailam Noodles,
and the Hainanese style Pork and
Chicken Chop.
The décor of the outlet is
stereotypically Chinese with
Western influences such as mosaic
tiles and it exudes a nostalgic
appeal that keeps fans and foodies
coming back for more. As such,
it’s not surprising to find a regular
crowd lining up outside the outlet
to get a table in the morning –
especially on weekends.
1, Jalan Kamunting, Chow Kit, Kuala
Lumpur, +603 2698 8108
NOT YOUR AVERAGE FISH MARKET
Backed by Norwegian design and expertise, the FiSK
Seafoodbar & Market has elevated the fish market concept
in the Garden City. Part restaurant and part retail outlet,
the upmarket establishment offers a Scandinavian-inspired
menu by Executive Chef Markus Dybwad.
The outlet smokes its own fish; menu highlights include
Norwegian favourites such as Atlantic Halibut and Lobster
Salad, as well as Asian-influenced offerings like the Sea Bream
Curry and Black Pepper Salmon. The outlet is also well-stocked
with a selection of quality wines. FiSK Seafoodbar & Market, 30
Stevens Road #01-01, fisk.com.sg, +65 6732 0711
FRESH CATCH
Surrounded by the pristine Keppel
Marina, Bayswater Kitchen provides
the ideal setting for tucking into fresh
and delicious seafood. A favourite
haunt for seafood lovers, this casual
seafront dining establishment has
been reeling in customers with its
approachable ambience and menu
that’s populated by seasonal favourites.
Bayswater Kitchen’s alfresco
setting and waterfront views have
made it a top pick for the brunch
crowd where favourites such as
Lobster & Prawn Rolls, Soft-Shell Crab
Eggs Benedict and traditional Fish &
Chips are the order of the day. It’s also
widely popular with the after-office
hour crowd and families, thanks to its
laidback atmosphere and its extensive
sharing platters.
Whole fish, lobsters, Fisherman’s
Feasts and fresh shucked oysters are
the top picks here, naturally. Cutlery is,
of course, totally optional.
2 Keppel Bay Vista, Marina at Keppel Bay,
bayswaterkitchen.com.sg,
+65 6776 0777
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