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A three-day celebration of Japan’s finest flavours (Credit: Tokyo Tokyo Delicious Museum)

From May 16 to 18, 2025, the Tokyo Tokyo Delicious Museum transformed Symbol Promenade Park in Ariake into a haven for food enthusiasts, showcasing the city's rich and diverse culinary scene. This free-admission event featured over 40 renowned eateries, offering visitors a unique opportunity to savor Tokyo's gastronomic excellence.



Among the standout experiences was Yoroniku's signature truffle sukiyaki on rice. This dish masterfully combined thinly sliced wagyu beef with aromatic truffle, creating a luxurious and harmonious flavour profile.


A bowl of rice topped with wagyu, egg yolk, and shaved truffles. A bowl of black truffles in the background.
Yoroniku's Signature Truffle Sukiyaki on Rice

At Nyorosuke's booth, the tasting set offered a trio of eel preparations: thin-grilled, plain-grilled, and liver. This selection provided a comprehensive exploration of unagi's nuanced textures and flavours, reflecting the restaurant's dedication to traditional techniques.


For a sweet interlude, Hibiyakiimo presented their chilled yakiimo (baked sweet potato), a refreshing twist on a classic treat. Slow-baked over 48 hours, the sweet potato's natural sweetness and creamy texture were accentuated, offering a delightful contrast to the savoury offerings.

A hand holding a wooden plate with 3 variations of grilled skewered eel.
Nyorosuke's Unagi Tasting Set
Hand holding a roasted sweet potato wrapped in white paper, with a food stall in the blurred background.
Hibiyakiimo's Chilled Yakiimo (Baked Sweet Potato)

The Tokyo Tokyo Delicious Museum 2025 not only celebrated Tokyo's culinary heritage but also provided a platform for food lovers to engage with the city's vibrant food culture. With live cooking demonstrations, workshops, and a diverse array of dishes, the festival was a testament to Tokyo's status as a global gastronomic capital.

Kuala Lumpur’s food scene is a dynamic mix of cultural influences, bold flavours, and comforting local favourites. Whether you’re craving spicy noodles, crispy fried chicken, or hearty broths, the city offers countless laid-back spots that deliver on taste without the fuss. Here are five casual eats to try on your next visit.


  1. 🍜 Lai Fong La La Noodles (Noodles)

  2. 🥥 Village Park Restaurant (Nasi Lemak)

  3. 🍜 Mee Tarik Restoran (Noodles)

  4. 🍲 Yik See Ho Bak Kut Teh (Bak Kut Teh)

  5. 🍛 Coast by Kayra (Keralan Cuisine)


Lai Fong La La Noodles

🍜NoodlesChina Town


  • Description: Famous for their umami-rich lala (clam) broth, Lai Fong is a KL staple where seafood lovers gather for comforting bowls of noodle soup and sizzling claypot dishes

  • Recommendations: Lala Noodle Soup, Prawn Claypot Glass Noodles

  • Reservation: Walk-in only

  • Information: Instagram ┆Google Maps



Clay pot with prawns, glass noodles, and green onions in dark broth, set on foil-wrapped base.

Village Park Restaurant

🥥Nasi LemakDamansara Uptown


  • Description: A go-to for locals and tourists alike, Village Park is best known for their iconic nasi lemak, crowned with crispy-on-the-outside, juicy-on-the-inside fried chicken

  • Recommendations: Nasi Lemak Ayam Goreng

  • Reservation: Walk-in only

  • Information: Instagram ┆Google Maps

A plate of nasi lemak with crispy fried chicken (ayam goreng), fragrant coconut rice, sambal, boiled egg, peanuts, and anchovies, served on a banana leaf.
A pile of plates of nasi lemak with crispy fried chicken (ayam goreng), fragrant coconut rice, sambal, boiled egg, peanuts, and anchovies, served on a banana leaf.

Mee Tarik Restoran

🍜NoodlesJalan Sultan


  • Description: This humble noodle house specialises in hand-pulled noodles made fresh to order. Their beef daoxiaomian noodles delivers chewy noodles and rich, savoury broth

  • Recommendations: Beef DaoXiao Noodle

  • Reservation: Walk-in only

  • Information: Instagram ┆Google Maps


Chopsticks lift flat noodles with greens over a bowl of soup. The bowl is white with red text.



Yik See Ho Bak Kut Teh

🍲Bak Kut TehPudu


  • Description: For herbal, soul-warming bak kut teh, Yik See Ho is a classic. Their mixed claypot version comes packed with pork, tofu puffs, and mushrooms, perfect for sharing

  • Recommendations: Mixed Claypot Bak Kut Teh

  • Reservation: Walk-in only

  • Information: Google Maps


Claypot filled with rich broth, tender meat slices, and crispy fried topping.

Coast by Kayra

🌊Keralan CuisineBangsar Shopping Centre


  • Description: A coastal spin on South Indian cuisine, Coast by Kayra offers fresh seafood-forward dishes in a breezy, modern setting—casual yet elevated

  • Recommendations: Chicken Tikka

  • Reservation: via Website or TableApp

  • Information: Google Maps




The much-anticipated Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants 2025 awards ceremony took place on March 25th, 2025, at the Grand Hyatt Seoul, in the heart of South Korea’s vibrant capital. Organised by The World's 50 Best Restaurants and proudly sponsored by San Pellegrino and Acqua Panna, this prestigious event brought together culinary visionaries from across the continent to celebrate gastronomic excellence.




Honouring Asia's Finest Culinary Talents


The ceremony was a spectacular affair, with some of the best chefs and restaurants in the region receiving well-deserved accolades. The night was filled with moments of inspiration as winners took the stage to accept their awards, showcasing the talent and innovation that define Asia’s dynamic culinary landscape.


Team Japan’s Achievements


Japanese chefs, foodies and restauranteurs taking stage against a pink backdrop with "Asia's 50 Best" text.
Team Japan at Asia's 50 Best Restaurants 2025 Ceremony in Grand Hyatt, Seoul

A strong presence was felt from Japan, with multiple restaurants securing spots on the list:


  • 4. SÉZANNE (Tokyo, Marunouchi)

  • 6. La Cime (Osaka)

  • 8. NARISAWA (Tokyo, Aoyama)

  • 17. Florilège (Tokyo, Azabudai)

  • 22. Den (Tokyo, Gaienmae)

  • 30. Crony (Tokyo, Higashi-Azabu)

  • 33. Sushi Saito (Tokyo, Roppongi)

  • 34. Sazenka (Tokyo, Minami-Azabu)

  • 36. Goh (Fukuoka)

  • 43. MAZ (Tokyo, Nagatacho)

  • 45. Myoujyaku (Tokyo, Nishi-Azabu)




Exclusive Collaboration Events Across Seoul


Leading up to the awards, Seoul played host to an array of exclusive collaboration dinners and networking events, where top-tier chefs came together for once-in-a-lifetime culinary experiences.


Ando x Crony x Restaurant Allen x Respiración

📍 Restaurant Allen, Seoul


A remarkable 11-course tasting menu brought together Michelin-starred restaurants from Hong Kong, Tokyo, Seoul, and Kanazawa.


The highlights included:

  • Torigai Clam Chawanmushi with Kombu & Caviar (Crony)

  • Scallop with Piparras, Celtuce & Avocado (Ando)

  • 21-Day Dry-Aged Duck with Mini Cos Lettuce (Allen)

  • Dessert Inspired by Noto Cedar Tree (Respiración)




JL Dessert Bar x Rosewood Hong Kong

📍 JL Dessert Bar, Seoul


A decadent afternoon tea featuring Jonathan Soukdeo from Rosewood Hong Kong and Justin Lee from JL Dessert Bar.


Standout dishes included:

  • Brioche with Lime Ice Cream, Caviar & Bonito Flakes

  • Yukhoe Bibimbap Tart with Incheon Rice

  • Ginger & Yogurt Gelato with Earl Grey & Grapefruit Sauce




Grand Majestic Sichuan x The Great Hong Yuan

📍 The Great Hong Yuan, Seoul


An unforgettable dinner that fused bold Sichuan flavours from Grand Majestic Sichuan (Hong Kong) with The Great Hong Yuan (Seoul).


Highlights included:

  • Hanwoo Beef Short Rib in a Sea of Chilli

  • Sichuan Fried Chicken

  • Sichuan Peppercorn Ice Cream




The Gimbap Sisters Networking Event

📍 Narang, Seoul


A unique outdoor spring picnic celebrated women in the culinary industry, focusing on food writers, marketers, and influencers. The spotlight was on gimbap with a twist, featuring creations inspired by cities around the world, proving that traditional Korean rice rolls can take on a global identity.




A Night to Remember


The Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants 2025 ceremony at Grand Hyatt Seoul was not just a celebration of fine dining but a powerful testament to the diverse and evolving nature of Asia’s culinary scene. With high-profile networking events and exclusive collaborations, Seoul reaffirmed itself as a gastronomic hub that continues to captivate food lovers worldwide.


Huge congratulations to all the winners and nominees for their incredible achievements - here’s to another year of groundbreaking culinary artistry across Asia!



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