AVOIDSeoul Mondrian Seoul Itaewon After enduring a two-hour delay, I was fortunate enough to sleep through the entire journey. Filled with excitement, I embarked on the car ride to…Mr. ChowApril 14, 2024
Hong KongMMD Leela Leela, the brainchild of renowned Michelin-starred chef Manav Tuli, previously known for his work at CHAAT in Rosewood Hong Kong, has been on the radar…Mr. ChowDecember 7, 2023
AVOIDShanghai Sheng Yong Xing (Huangpu) 晟永兴 (黄浦) Sheng Yong Xing boasts one of my all-time favourite Peking Ducks. Having been enchanted by the one in Beijing, I was so excited to try…Mr. ChowDecember 5, 2023
Not BadShanghai 很久以前羊肉串 很久以前羊肉串 translates to "A Long Time Ago Lamb Skewer". I believe it takes us back to a primitive time, allowing us to enjoy the delicious…Mr. ChowNovember 27, 2023
PasséShanghai Yong Fu (Huangpu) 甬府 (黄浦) Located on the 12th floor of Jinjiang Hotel, the initial impression upon entering is that of an old, somewhat deserted place. A doorman stands still,…Mr. ChowNovember 23, 2023
Hong KongNot Bad Liao Za Lie 嘹咋咧 Tucked away in the bustling streets filled with street stalls in Causeway Bay, lies a hidden culinary treasure — Liao Za Lie 嘹咋咧, offering authentic…Mr. ChowNovember 16, 2023
Hong KongNot Bad Maru De Sankaku 鯛白湯らーめん After a marathon meeting and a growling stomach, I stumbled upon Maru De Sankaku 鯛白湯らーめん (for some reason I thought it's called Ode) around 3…Mr. ChowNovember 15, 2023
AVOIDBangkok Nusara My "research" led me to Nusara, ranked THIRD on Asia's 50 Best list. Excited by the prospect, I immediately made a reservation about a week…Mr. ChowNovember 4, 2023
AVOIDBangkok Saneh Jaan Recommended by a local friend, I arrived at Saneh Jaan and was pleasantly surprised to discover it held a One Michelin Star. I got to…Mr. ChowNovember 3, 2023
AVOIDBangkok Le Du After a bit of research, I discovered that The World's 50 Best recognised Le Du as Asia’s 50 Best No. 1, and it also held…Mr. ChowOctober 9, 2023