A perfect marriage of past & present Khmer cuisine served on a plate. Undeniably the most reputable restaurant in Phnom Penh city, Malis sets a high benchmark in the gastronomy scene which others find hard to beat. Helmed by the only Master chef of Cambodia, Chef Luu Meng, the establishment sets beautifully in a tranquil courtyard with flowing fish pond, greeneries & intricate architecture. Malis is ambitious yet stays grounded to the Cambodian heritage, aiming to revive the evanescing Khmer […]
Month: February 2019
Khéma La Poste Phnom Penh, Cambodia
Delectable French-inspired delicatessen restaurant which purveys an unpretentious, casual dining experience in the heart of Phnom Penh City. Another proud product of Cambodia’s finest hospitality group, Thalias, Khema La Poste takes over a colonial building which dates back to the 1890s. The quaint neighborhood exudes understated elegance yet adjacent to the main vivacious street and close proximity to Tonle Sap river. Interior-wise, brick walls are left unfinished intentionally with marble tables and hardwood flooring, the perfect interpretation of a modern-day […]
January 2019 Pick: Abysse, 1 Michelin Star, Tokyo
Located away from the busy streets and the hustle and bustle of the Tokyo metropolitan area, Abysse Tokyo is a intimate 20-seater, one-Michelin starred restaurant serving French seafood dishes using the best local Japanese seafood. With practically no meats dish, Chef owner Kotaro Meguro who previously had a stellar career at many Michelin starred restaurants, hopes to serve food that captures the rich flavours of the sea while being in a space as tranquil and serene as the depths of […]
Savour BlackBookAsia x Leica
A sleek, interchangeable lens, mirrorless system camera showcasing Leica’s minimalist style on a whole new level is the Leica CL. Bringing users back to the screw mount cameras from the 1930s yet evoking uncanny resemblances to the present day M10 and Q models, reminding us of Leica’s decorated past while being tuned in to modern day enhancements. Accuracy and timely performance are enhanced with a 49-point contrast-detection auto-focus system together with a electronic shutter that allows for completely silent operation for […]
Savour BlackBookAsia x HUAWEI Mate 20 Pro
The Mate 20 Pro is Huawei’s latest in the competitive mobile phone market and has set the bar high for many other brands in this current day and age. Here are the reasons why: A top-tier smartphone with dual SIM functionality, the Mate 20 Pro’s 3x zoom telephoto, monochrome and color ultra-wide lens makes low-light and night-time shots ever more amazing. The overall low-light performance is superior to many others with its Night Mode being one of the best in […]
terra Tokyo Italian, 1 Michelin Star, Singapore
The “Tokyo-Italian” cuisine served at terra Tokyo Italian pays utmost respect to the produce, culture and culinary traditions from Japan and Italy. The fine dining restaurant prides itself on delivering freshness of the highest order, receiving ingredients every morning. Deserving of it’s 1 Michelin Star status with a loyal following, spear heading the dining scene in Singapore to both locals and foreigners alike. This cosy restaurant has a vibrant and intriguing ambience with excellent and attentive service staff. Designed with […]