Minimalist interior breakfast & brunch restaurant that offers quite a variety of breakfast you could think of. Pretty insta-worthy for those who enjoys taking pictures.
Note: This is a self service restaurant so do remember to collect your orders and clean up your mess after you’ve finished your meal!
Fluffy Kid (RM 17)
Lightly seasoned, not too much wow factors about this but if you don’t feel like having carbs this is a pretty good option to go for.
Scrambled eggs were fluffy as promised however the diced luncheon meat was a little mushy. The side salad was crisp, fresh and delicious!
Like Burger Like Sandwich (RM 20)
One thing I love about this place is that that they don’t use regular white breads in their menu but hearty & healthy ones like this one right here, Purple Chia Seed Toast. The pork loin in the sandwich was pretty juicy.
Multigrain Toast (RM 14)
A simple yet filling choice for vegetarian diners. Generous spread of avocado with a sunny side up.
Didn’t tried any of their drinks because we wanted to go elsewhere for coffee.
Might probably visit this place again but not anytime soon.🤷🏻♀️
NanYang Cafe is a local culinary brand who offers fusion interpretation of Nanyang delicacies.
You may have to queue for a table during lunch hours as hungry customers come about for their signature favourites such as Hong Kong Style Wanton Noodles, Freshly Baked Polo Bun, Nanyang Coffee & Tea.
Prawns & Wonton with Noodles in Soup (RM 11.90)
Their springy noodles and silky juicy prawn wontons rest in a hearty bowl of hot aromatic broth had indeed gained their recognition.
Would definitely recommend this dish.👍
Special Pork Knuckle in Preserved Bean Sauce with Tossed Noodles (RM 12.90)
If you’re looking for something a little more heavier, you should give this a try.
For its price and generous portion of pork knuckle offered, it was definitely worth it. It was really well marinated and almost melt to mouth texture.
Lettuce with Oyster Sauce (RM 7.90)
Beautifully blanched but glad the oyster sauce wasn’t mixed into the lettuce because it was ridiculously salty!
Signature Jumbo Toast with Ice Cream (RM 16.80)
Got to admit the toast was delicious and lightly buttered. It’s definitely not a dessert for 2 but for a 3 – 4 pax.
Would’ve been better if there’s an additional scoop of ice cream so it wouldn’t be too dry. Not recommended and worth the value.🙅♀️
I would strongly recommend to go for the freshly baked breads instead. It was definitely a lot more satisfying than the Jumbo Toast we had.
Pineapple Bun with Butter (RM 4/each)
HK street food cravings satisfied!💕 I love how they placed a thick slice of butter on top of an ice cube. It’s really soft and fluffy!
If the crust on the bun was crunchy crumbly sweet cookie-like it would’ve made is so much better. Definitely my favorite and to-go-for at this establishment.
Pumpkin & Cheese Bun (RM 4/each)
Same texture as the Pineapple Bun except this one has cream cheese fillings.
Nanyang Milk Tea (RM 4.90)
A hot cup of milk tea to pair with some breads. It tastes exactly like a ‘Teh Tarik’. Looks like one too!
It’s a decent place to have your HK cravings fixed and for its value. Would definitely drop by again for their Pineapple Bun!
The Christmas spirit is back in town and what makes it better to celebrate this festive season with the ever popular year-end festival gatherings at Berjaya Times Square Hotel, Kuala Lumpur. They will be offering Christmas Eve Buffet Dinner on 24th December 2018, Christmas Hi-Tea Brunch on 25th December 2018 & New Year’s Eve Buffet Dinner on 31st December 2018 at Big Apple Restaurant.
What makes it a little more special to celebrate in Berjaya Times Square Hotel? The hotel’s Michelin Star Executive Chef Abri stepped up the game with a full spread of traditional Christmas delicacies which showcases the true Christmas spirits.
Here are some of the recommended dishes by Chef Abri:
Roast Christmas Turkey with Chestnuts & Roasted Chicken with Honey and Sesame SeedSlow Roasted Prime Beef & Boneless Lamb LegSteamed Brussel Sprout with Alfredo SauceChicken Cordon BleuAssorted Mushroom Ala GrequeSalmon Roulade with Caviar
And for those who would like to satisfy their sweet tooth… there will be plenty of sweet delights from Christmas Spiced Cake, Panettone, Christmas Pudding with Cream Anglaise, assorted macaroons and many more!
Words can’t describe how hype I was when I was told Genki Sushi is back in Malaysia! Welcome back and I’ve missed you, Genki Sushi!😚
In celebration of its first outlet opening in Malaysia, Genki Sushi will be launching its menu consisting of 122 core food items that will definitely satiate your appetite along with the selections on the Dai Man Zoku and Genki Premium Selection menu.
Fun Fact: Did you know Genki Sushi’s ‘angry face’ logo is to visualize a serious, professional and confident face of a Japanese sushi expertchef?😡
This time they’ve stepped up their A-game and will definitely make their diners thrilled with the debut of its ‘Kousoku Express’ sushi delivery system and signature Dai Man Zoku selections here at Sunway Pyramid.
What’s Kousoku Express if you’re wondering? Instead of using the regular conveyor belt with plates of sushi making rounds after rounds, it delivers food items directly from the kitchen to the table as they want to ensure what they serve has to be fresh which also provide diners a different level of dining experience.
True to its innovation legacy since historic times in Japan, Genki Sushi continously incorporates technology into their preparation processes, capturing Japanese efficiency and speed at its best all whilst preserving quality simultaneously.
After the opening ceremony and sake breaking, we had an opportunity to make our very own Temaki. Not going to lie but it was pretty fun getting to test our skills. Guess who won 2nd prize and won RM30 dining vouchers?😂
Here’s how we’ll be ordering our food! A QR code will be provided upon seated and you may start ordering straight off from your phone. There’s no need to fuss on waiting for your turn to use the tab to order what you want.😬
I love how they provide Green Tea Powder instead of sachets. It has this really nice hints of vegetal and oceanic flavors to it.
Here’s a peek on what we had for those who crave nostalgia or ones who are curious what makes Genki Sushi different:
Scallop (RM 6.80)
We ordered some sushi from their ‘Premium Collection’. It was simply tender, sweet carefully butterfly-cut scallop. Simple yet pleasantly delicious.
Salmon & Flying Fish Roe (RM 9.80)
There’s this mouth-filling sensation having this. The salmon was so fresh.😍
Salmon Sashimi (RM13.80)
Look at the marbling on the salmon!😍
Fried Egg (RM 3.80)
Can’t go wrong with tamagoyaki! Slightly sweet, delicate and comforting.
Seared Salmon with Cheese (RM 6.80)
This was so addictive!
Seared Crab Stick with Cheese (RM 4.80)
Good choice for those who’d prefer a lighter option.
Corn Mayo Inari (RM 4.80)
Flying Fish Roe Inari (RM 7.80)Tuna Mayo Inari (RM 4.80)
Y’all know I have mad love for inari.❤ The Corn Mayo was so sweet and crunchy, Flying Fish Roe were generously stuffed into the bean curd skin and Tuna Mayo has actual tuna flakes in it and not mushy.
Udon with Smoked Duck (RM 8.80)
Highly recommended! Smoked Duck was ridiculously flavorful and not too chewy. The udon was springy and slurpi-licious paired perfectly with the broth which was so comforting and satisfying.
Deep-fried Soft Shell Crab (RM 16.80)
Exceptional texture and surprisingly juicy inside. Definitely a recommended dish.
Deep-fried Oyster (RM 13.80)
Crunchy deep-fried to perfection evenly coated with batter.
Deep-fried Rice Cake with Cheese (RM 7.80)
This has to be one of my personal favorite here. You got to have it while it’s piping hot and stretch those cheesy goodness.😛
Deep-fried Salmon Skin (RM 8.80)
For those who’d prefer something a little more healthier, you should definitely order this. It may not be as crispy and a little chewy as you’d get a wee bit of salmon flesh on it.
Takoyaki (RM 7.80)
It’s pretty yum, just the right springy texture from the octopus.
Grilled Scallop with Cheese (RM 8.90)
Love the creamy texture from the cheese and mayo topped on the scallop.
Grilled Eel [half] (RM 28.80)
Soft, firm and barely has fishy aftertaste. Highly recommended to unagi lovers!
Grilled Mackerel (RM 12.80)
If you’re not too fond with eels, mackerel could be the other alternative to go for. Lightly salted but still super flavorful.
Steamed Egg Custard (RM 3.80)
And of course we can’t forget helping ourselves with a piping hot chawanmushi.
Check out their Facebook page for their latest updates or have a look on their menu by clicking here!
Khunthai was founded in 1999 by a local family from Butterworth, Penang who simply loves Thai cuisine. To enhance the dining experience, they’ve been keeping it real by creating a cozy Thai village ambiance while playing popular Thai music at the background. The dishes on their menu were mainly simple and comforting authentic Thai cuisine selling at a reasonable price.
Note: To keep their concept as authentic as possible, even their staffs are 100% Thai!
As there’s no way I could drive all the way up to Penang to dine at their first restaurant, I decided to try the nearest outlet which is at Petaling Jaya.
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Fish Cake (RM15 / 5 pieces, RM 28 / 10 pieces) – Very aromatic; I enjoyed the lemongrass and lime leaves in it which simply takes it to a delicious level.
Prawn Cake (RM15 / 5 pieces, RM 28 / 10 pieces) – Its pretty similar to crab cakes except there a little more crunch in it from the diced prawns. Really crispy on the outside and juicy inside!
Prawn Cake with Salted Egg Yolk (RM 14 / 2 nos) – Its the same as the regular Prawn Cake except this one was stuffed with salted egg yolk.
Pandan Chicken (RM15 / 5 pieces, RM 28 / 10 pieces) – The chicken was moist, tender, packed with refreshing pandan aroma encased in the leaf.
This otak – otak was really one of a kind although traditionally, it should be wrapped with banana leaf instead of aluminium foil. It was a lot more rich and creamier in flavors than our local otak – otak. I’d recommend this if you’re in a group of 2 to 3 person.
Chap Oong Omelette (RM 10)
Simple yet delicious. Thai-styled fried eggs are always fluffy and crispy. We ordered this to pair with the otak-otak.
Kapal Tofu with Basil Leaves (RM 10 / small , RM15 / big)
Pretty generous with the mixed vegetables, the tofu was fried then braised to perfection. You definitely got to get a few spoonful of the sauce for your rice as it was very flavorful with wonderful flavors of the holy basil leaves. Yes, its called Holy Basil Leaves.
Laab Gai – Northern Thai Style Sauteed Mince Chicken (RM 12 / small , RM 16 / big)
For anyone who’s looking for a healthier dish, this is to go for. Its pretty light and refreshing with just the right amount of heat and raw onions to give good crunch to it. Probably one of the healthiest warm chicken salad you’ll ever have.
Claypot Glass Noodles with Prawns (RM 18 / small , RM 25 / big)
We ordered small and was surprised how ‘small’ their portion was! I’d say its a portion for 2. I’ve also got to admit that these noodles were pretty addictive and beautifully braised. Look at the size of the prawns! There were more prawns beneath the noodles.
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We ended our meal with BIG bowl of Tab Tim Grop or also known as Red Rubies loaded with sliced jackfruits, jellies and the crunchy diced chestnuts. It was sweet, refreshing and delicious. Perfect to have on a sunny day or after a spicy meal!
Overall it was a remarkable lunch, if you’d like to check out there menu click here!
Khunthai Authentic Thai Restaurant Address: No.6, Jalan 5/44 & Off Jalan Gasing, Petaling Garden, 46000 Petaling Jaya, Selangor. Opening Hours: 10AM – 12AM daily Contact Number: +60 3-7781 7523
Jyo Nigiri-zushi 7 Shu – 7 Types of Special Hand-made Sushi (RM 110)
People and People (PNP) offers traditional Japanese carefully prepared by a renowned chef to transform each dish with creative flair in his choice of ingredients and selective cuts of the finest produce. The spiritual essence of traditional Japanese cuisine is fully preserved yet enhanced with his maestro touch.
Personally I’m never a huge fan of eating raw fish and seafood but I was convinced by the chef’s professionalism and food quality to give a try. Needless to say I helped myself with a few pieces and indulged it. One of the nigiri sushi I’ve got to highlight is the soyu maguro, tuna marinated overnight in soy sauce giving it a whole different level.
Take Sashimi 5 Shu –5 Types of Fresh Raw Fish (RM 110)
The chef also incorporate aesthetic elements of arrangement and presentation as practiced in Ikebana(Art of flower arrangement) to produce a 5-Star presentation.
Ultimately, guests will revel in a dining experience that is a feast fit for a king. I mean, how often do you see sushi beautifully plated like that?😍😍
Salmon Aburi Maki – Torched Salmon Roll (RM 38)
This was one of the few memorable dishes I had throughout dining here, I really enjoyed the lightly charred flavors on the salmon. Highly recommended!💖
Generous amount of crab meat topped on the creamy egg custard. The crab meat was simply sensational and barely rubbery. I could help myself with another one or two!
Perfect dish to warm your insides! Obsess with the chewy udon noodles soaked in the rich flavorful spicy broth. It wasn’t too spicy for me, so I had it all bottoms up.😋 Everything about this dish was so spectacular, another highly recommended dish.🍜
Kurogama Ice – Black Sesame Ice Cream (RM 12)
Green tea ice cream is overrated and almost everywhere but finding REALLY GOOD black sesame ice cream is tougher. Nutty richness of the black sesame was intensely decadent. It wasn’t too sweet and the red bean paste complemented the ice cream admirably.
Yuzu Sorbet – Citrus Fruit Sorbet (RM 12)
Simply refreshing and delightful yuzu sorbet that refreshes the palate after a heavy meal. It was so irresistibly tasty to have with citrusy-floral essence of the fruit.
Mochi Ice – Japanese Mochi Ice Cream (RM 15)
Soft chewy mochi bursting with black sesame ice cream inside! If you’d like to have black sesame with some texture then you should totally give this a try.
By far my favorite dessert here! Thinly shelled cheesy-licious ice cream. It was like having cheesecake in one bite: creamy, rich and savory.❤
At PNP Japanese Cuisine Artistry, they elevate the joy of fine Japanese dining to new heights of passion with a creative approach. Visually, the dishes will be a feast for the eyes and food for the soul.
Psst! There will be an exclusive group of traditional Japanese dancers who will provide twice nightly performances on weekends. This is the first restaurant in Malaysia to host this!
Anyone who lives at or within OUG will know where to get the best rojak mamak in town. It isn’t too hard to locate the stall as you wouldn’t overlooked the crowds and queue especially during lunch hours.
Rojak Sotong | RM6.50
The ‘rojak mamak’ or Malaysian-Indian Salad consists of a base of crunchy washed and julienne vegetables, tofu, crispy fritters and hard boiled eggs topped with mouth-watering peanut sauce.
There’s just this really comforting feeling from the chunky peanut sauce that was served with piping hot complementing the rest of the condiments perfectly.
Cendol Biasa | RM2
To make this meal a little more overwhelming, ordering a bowl of cendol would cool off some of the heat. The finely shaved ice with almost melt-in-mouth texture with just the right amount ‘gula melaka’ along with the generous amount of kidney beans, cincau & cendol was simply irresistible.
I’d strongly advise to order them as takeaways to enjoy at the comfort of your own home as there aren’t much tables there. Bare in mind during lunch hours it could take awhile to get to your orders. Patience lah deyh!
Rojak & Cendol Ali Address: Taman Yarl, 58200 Kuala Lumpur, Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur Opening Hours: 11:30AM to 6PM daily
We recently visited the newly revamped Celestial Court at Sheraton Imperial Kuala Lumpur for some delectable brunch we’ve been craving for awhile.
Dim Sum Chef Ken, never fails to tantalize the taste buds. Whether it is the simplest of Cantonese cuisine, using a harmony of ingredients and the freshest product, or a gourmet of Cantonese delights with seasonal delicacies where one can look forward to a completely divine meal.
明炉烤特色酿鸡肉干 Grilled Stuffed Honey Glazed Dried Chicken Meat with Seafood Mousse served with “Man Tou” | RM10/piece
This was one of the few most notable dish we’ve had in the restaurant. The bakkwa was definitely worth the devotion from its appearance to taste and paired beautifully with the subtle Seafood Mousse along with the ‘Man Tou’ to balance the umami.
Note: Minimum order of 2 pieces!
咸水角 “Ham Sui Kok “Glutinous Rice Dumplings with Minced Chicken | RM18
These golden beauties has just the right balance of sweetness from the glutinous rice and savory from the minced chicken. No doubt a treat that everyone craves while having dim sum.
黄金咸蛋虾球 Prawn Paste Ball with Bitter Gourd in Salted Egg Yolk and Pumpkin Sauce | RM22
I was truly obsessed with the instant oomph of salted egg yolk and pumpkin sauce along with the fresh crunchy prawn in my mouth. It was just so addictive! Definitely worth the hype.
天宝阁烧卖 Signature Prawn and Chicken Siew Mai | RM22
The MUST HAVE on every diner’s table. As a sucker for Siew Mai, I just want to hog this all to myself. You could taste how fresh the chicken and prawn were. Simply yum!
黑蒜鳗鱼饺 Seafood and Black Garlic Dumpling Topped with Savory Unagi | RM28
As for the unagi lovers out there, you’ll be awed by this! I love how the black garlic wasn’t too pungent. Usually I’m not much of a fan for eel dishes but this was exceptional.
烟熏三文鱼千丝卷 Golden Fried Smoked Salmon Kataifi Roll with Seafood Mousse and Avocado served with Mix Fruit Salad | RM25
Satisfying crunch from the golden kataifi rolls locking the salmon’s moisture and barely overcooked. Its refreshing how its served with some fruit salad resting at the bottom of the salmon kataifi roll, Look at the amount of roes topped on it tho!😍
香煎泡菜锅贴 Pan Fried Dumpling with Chicken, Shrimp and Kimchi | RM18
Versatile juicy, crispy dumplings with meat and veggies pan-fried to golden perfection. Words can’t express my fillings for you.😋
A photo with Chef Ken Liew (left) & Chef Ho Boon (right)
It was nice catching up with the two chefs behind the wonderful Celestial Court’s kitchen. I totally understand why the restaurant gets really packed on weekends because everyone is obsess with their Imperial Dim Sum Brunch for RM138 nett only! You guys should check out their ala carte menu as well! I’ll publish it real soon.
Celestial Court Address: Level 3, Sheraton Imperial Kuala Lumpur Hotel, Jalan Sultan Ismail, Chow Kit,
50250 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur. Opening Hours: Mondays to Fridays – 12PM-2:30PM, 6:30PM-10PM
Saturdays & Sundays – 10:30AM-3PM, 6:30PM-10PM Contact: +60 3-2717 9988
“Reach for The Gold” by Aizat Amir was one of the showcase to give acknowledgement by displaying pop artwork of the Malaysian icons. The Malaysian Series is also to express his love for our country and to these inspirational local icons that promotes national unity to the Malaysian people as we come together in support of them regardless of our race, religion, background.
Aizat was born in 1989 in Ipoh, Perak, Malaysia and graduated from Academy of Arts, Culture and National Heritage (ASWARA) with the certificate of Diploma of Fine Arts in 2013. In addition to engaging in activities exhibited, He also involved in theater and performing art, as a designer of sets and props.
Here are the 12 inspirational Malaysians you should know(!) :
Tun. Dr. Mahathir – “Reach for The Gold” | Acrylic on Canvas 122 x 122cm (2018)Tun. Dr. Siti Hasmah – “Reach for The Gold” | Acrylic on Canvas 122 x 122cm (2018)Tony Fernandes – “Reach for The Gold” | Acrylic on Canvas 122 x 122cm (2018)Yuna – “Reach for The Gold” | Acrylic on Canvas 122 x 122cm (2018)Allahyarham Dato’ Sudirman – “Reach for The Gold” | Acrylic on Canvas 122 x 122cm (2018)‘Pocket Rocket Man’ Azizul Hasni Awang – “Reach for The Gold” | Acrylic on Canvas 122 x 122cm (2018)‘Supermokh’ Allahyarham Dato’ Mokhtar Dahari – “Reach for The Gold” | Acrylic on Canvas 122 x 122cm (2018)‘Malaysian Astronaut’ Sheikh Muszaphar Shukor – “Reach for The Gold” | Acrylic on Canvas 122 x 122cm (2018)Datuk Lee Chong Wei – “Reach for The Gold” | Acrylic on Canvas 122 x 122cm (2018)Hi Sir! – “Reach for The Gold” | Acrylic on Canvas 122 x 122cm (2018)Seniman Agung – “Reach for The Gold” | Acrylic on Canvas 122 x 122cm (2018)Jimmy Choo – “Reach for The Gold” | Acrylic on Canvas 122 x 122cm (2018)
The key to success in a country is with the support of its citizens. Everything about this showcase is to remind us Malaysians about our uniqueness and cultures as it is like a euphemism for achieving such greatness.
Mr. John Oh (Atmosphere 360 Revolving Restaurant – Sky Gallery Art Director) with Aizat Amir
There will be more paintings to be added to the Malaysian Series. Two of Aizat’s personal favorite paintings were Tun. Dr. Mahathir, because he has made history yet again for being the Malaysia’s Prime Minister twice and Sheikh Muszaphar Shukor for being Malaysia’s first astronaut.
“We are all Malaysians. This is the bond that unites us. Let us always remember that unity is our fundamental strength as a people and as a nation. – Tunku Abdul Rahman
Sen Kee Satay has been operating since 1976 (42 years old) now along with Uncle Yap‘s daughter and grandson who’s currently the 3rd generation running the stall. It all started when Uncle Yap used to sell chicken and ducks at a local market.
He was also the poultry supplier for a satay stall opened by an Indonesian named Omar where he then discreetly learned how to make his own satay knowing this could help him during the economic bad phase.
“Learning is not attained by chance, it must be sought for with ardor and diligence!” – Abigail Adams
There weren’t many Chinese vendors who sells satay back in those days and oh, one skewer only cost 0.25 cents back then! But as there were getting more and more vendors popping about, Uncle Yap needs to come up with a unique selling point for his stall.
It sparks him when someone asked him “Why have you not thought of selling duck satay?” Though it was a rather hard protein to cope with, Uncle Yap didn’t gave up on trying different types of duck and marination to retain its moisture and getting rid of its gamey flavors.
Their peanut sauce wasn’t like the ones we often had topped with sambal. The peanuts were still carefully toasted by wok to give a touch of ‘wok hei’.
13-15 kgs of the sauce was prepared daily as he’d often get regulars (especially vegetarians) who’d just come for the sauce while having it with the sliced onions and cucumbers! Unfortunately they don’t offer ketupat rice cakes here.
Duck Satay (RM1.50/skewer)
Uncle Yap wasn’t jesting about how he was able to retain the moisture without even a tang of gameyness in the duck satay. It was absolutely pleasurable just having it by its own as well!
Chicken Satay (RM1/skewer)
Their chicken satay was pretty good and well marinated with just the right amount of char. Plain juicy lean meat without any chicken skin skewered in between.
Other than the Chicken & Duck Satay I’ve ordered, there’s Pork & Lamb Satay as well. Sorry, no beef.
Every night there would be at least 500 skewers sold but on the weekends it could go up to 1000 skewers! You’ve got to be there earlier to avoid the long wait.
Sen Kee Satay 仙记沙爹 Address: 8, Jalan Desa 2/2, Desa Aman Puri, Kuala Lumpur, Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur Opening Hours: 6:30PM-10:30PM (Closed on Mondays) Contact: +60 12-812 6933
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