Dish Origin – Chicken Tikka Masala
Fact check: is chicken tikka masala actually Indian, not British? I talk to the experts to answer the question as well as delve into its origin story. Click here to […]
Category Archives: Published Articles
Dish Origin – Wonton Noodles
In my latest dish origin series for South China Morning Post, I delve into wonton noodles and reveal the regional differences between Hong Kong, Singapore & Malaysia. Click here to […]
Dish Origin – Laksa
Focusing on Nyonya and Singapore laksa, this article looks at the similarities, the differences, which came first, and how laksa got its name. Plus recommendations for eating the dish in […]
Dish Origin – Century Egg
The second article in my weekly food origin series for South China Morning Post. This time it is century eggs – How are they really made, where are they from and […]
Dish Origin – Nasi Lemak
Is nasi lemak from Malaysia or Singapore – and how did it get its name? I answer both these questions, with help from the experts, in this new origin series […]
Hotels on the big screen
In this article for Cathay Pacific’s Discovery magazine I highlight five hotels that play a starring role in the movie in which they are featured. Click here for more.
Dining Hotspot – Shek Tong Tsui
Nestled between Sai Ying Pun and Kennedy Town, Shek Tong Tsui is home to busy restaurants, quirky cafes and hipster hang-outs serving all kinds of cuisines, including the best Singaporean […]
Dining Hotspot – West Kowloon
In many newer development areas dining options are often centred around malls, as is the case with West Kowloon. Both Elements and Olympian City malls feature well established favourites, that […]
Amandari – a review
Boasting Ubud’s first infinity pool that still holds its own, Amandari is celebrating three decades with a year of festivities, click the link to read my review https://destinationdeluxe.com/amandari-aman-bali-indonesia/
Amankila – a review
Situated on a lush hilltop, overlooking the sparkling waters of the Lombok Strait, is the gorgeous and secluded Amankila. To read more about my thoughts on this fabulous resort click […]
