TAMARIND SPRINGS

Jalan 1, Taman Tun Abdul Razak

TEL: 03 4256 9300 tamarindrestaurants.com/tamarind-springs

Illuminated by paper lanterns and votive candles, the walkway to Tamarind Springs is just the beginning of a memorable meal that will transport you to picturesque Bali or Thailand. The serene statues, mood lighting, and spa music send out very positive vibes–you can leave all worries at the door and take your time perusing the menu, which draws inspiration from Thai, Burmese, Vietnamese and local flavours. While most Asian restaurants offer two types of rice (white or brown, if you’re lucky), Tamarind Hill carries 14 kinds; in fact, choosing from okra and basil or kaffir lime and fruit rice might prove more taxing than deciding on your mains. Vegetarians can rejoice, for a sizeable section of the menu lists meat-free starters, soups and mains. But if you do enjoy your meat, we recommend the roasted duck curry with pineapple and grapes; best paired with lemongrass rice, the medium-hot curry won’t send your body into shock from overuse of chillies. The service staff are attentive yet unobtrusive, retreating into the shadows when they aren’t needed, only to re-emerge when your water or wine glass needs refilling.