Zǎo – Breakfast Anytime at Seksyen 19, Petaling Jaya

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.🤷🏻‍♀️

Zǎo – Breakfast Anytime
Address: 50, Jln 19/3, Seksyen 19, 46300 Petaling Jaya, Selangor

Opening Hours: 6AM to 3PM (Mon, Tues, Thurs & Fri) 6AM to 4PM (Sat & Sun) Closed on Wednesdays

Contact: +60 11-2828 9173

南洋冰室 NanYang Cafe at Cheras Traders Square

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!

南洋冰室 NanYang Cafe
Address : 20-G, Jalan Dataran Cheras 2,, Cheras Traders Square, Cheras Balakong, 43200 Kajang, Selangor

Opening Hours: 10AM to 12AM daily

Contact: +60 – 3 9082 3988

Season to Be Jolly with Delectable Spread at Berjaya Times Square Hotel

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 Seed
Slow Roasted Prime Beef & Boneless Lamb Leg
Steamed Brussel Sprout with Alfredo Sauce
Chicken Cordon Bleu
Assorted Mushroom Ala Greque
Salmon 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!

Here’s the price for the buffets and brunch:

24th December 2018

Christmas Eve Buffet Dinner

Time: 6:30PM till 10:30PM

Rates: RM138nett (Adult), RM58nett (Child) & RM69nett (Senior Citizen)

25th December 2018

Christmas Day Hi-Tea Brunch

Time: 12:30PM till 4PM

Rates: RM98nett (Adult), RM58nett (Child & Senior Citizen)

*Inclusive with a glass of house wine or house mocktail

31st December 2018

New Year’s Eve Buffet Dinner

Time: 6:30PM till 10:30PM

Rates: RM148nett (Adult), RM58nett (Child) & RM74nett (Senior Citizen)

1st January 2019

New Year’s Hi-Tea Brunch

Time: 12:30PM till 4:00PM

Rates: RM98nett (Adult), RM58nett (Child & Senior Citizen)

For reservations or further enquiries, please call Big Apple Restaurant at +60 3-2117 8000 (ext. 8133) or log onto their page by clicking here!

Genki Sushi at Sunway Pyramid

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 expert chef?😡

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!

Cheers!

Khunthai Authentic Thai Restaurant at Petaling Garden

“Simply Thailicious!”

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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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  1. 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.
  2. 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!
  3. 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.
  4. Pandan Chicken (RM15 / 5 pieces, RM 28 / 10 pieces) – The chicken was moist, tender, packed with refreshing pandan aroma encased in the leaf.
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Thai Mixed Seafood Otak – Otak (RM 18 / small , RM 24 / big)

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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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

Cheers!

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An Indian Spice Trail at Nook, Aloft Kuala Lumpur Sentral

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This festival of lights, Nook will be presenting ‘An Indian Spice Trail’ featuring an enhanced spread of Indian delicacies on the buffet line for dinner headlined by Nook’s new Indian Chef, Kumaresan Chandra Sagaran as he will be spicing up the buffet line during dinner.

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This promotion will feature authentic Indian dishes on the buffet with Chef Kumar, as he is fondly called serving up a variety of his specialty dishes on a rotational basis on the buffet line daily.

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Potato Masala Salad
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Chana Chat Salad
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Coconut Fritters
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Pakoras Salad
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Crab Rassam

Chef Kumar’s appetizers will be offering diners Potato Masala Salad, Vadai in Yogurt, Chana Chat Salad, Tandoori Aloo Chat, Potato Bhaji, Coconut Fritters as well as Pakoras Salad.

They will also be serving Rassam, a spiced soup dish, with a rotation of either Crab Rassam and Tomato Rassam. Isn’t it appetizing just looking at these starters?

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Biryani
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Lamb Veruval
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Chicken Curry Leaf

The main spread of casserole dishes will allow diners to indulge in the various Indian curries and Masalas. Amongst the dishes that will be available during this festive promotion, start your meal with a hearty plate of Jeera Pulao Rice and Matar Pulao Rice then paired with scrumptious dishes such as Dhal Terka, Vegetable Sambar, Madras Fish Head Curry, Sri Lankan Fish Curry, Lamb Veruval, Lamb Keema, Chicken Perattal, Chicken Curry Leaf, Bhindi Baigan Masala, Aloo Gobi, Palak Masala, Vegetable Jalfrezi, Cabbage Thoran and Chick Pea Veruval.

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Baked Fish with Toum Sauce
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Tandoori Chicken

Nook’s carving station will also be featuring Chef Kumar’s specials with the Roasted Lamb Tandoori with Mint Chutney and Baked Fish with Toum Sauce. For a twist of fusion, The Pizza station will be offering Chicken Masala Pizza and a Tandoori Chicken Pizza flavor made using Chef Kumar’s recipes.

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To end the meal, some popular Indian sweets will also be featured on the buffet with the specials like Rasgula, Rasmalai, Coconut Candy, Palgova, Mysore Pak, Laddu, Gulab Jamun and Payasam.

Nook’s ‘An Indian Spice Trail‘ buffet is priced at RM 118 nett per adult and RM 59 nett per child aged 6 to 12 years old. It will only be available from 1st to 30th November 2018 daily for dinner from 6:30PM to 10:30PM.

Are you still deciding a venue to have your family dinner? For reservations and more information please call +60 3-2723 1188 or click here!

Aloft Kuala Lumpur Sentral
Address: No. 5 Jalan Stesen Sentral, 50470 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
Contact: 03-2723 1188

xoxo,

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The Berry Tale at The Link 2, Bukit Jalil

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The Berry Tale just had their Grand Opening a couple of days ago as another community cafe that offers variety of nourishing options perfect for anyone who’s into healthy lifestyle.

Here are some of the dishes we’ve tried:

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Grilled Chicken Chop with Homemade Mango Chutney, Fries & Green Salad – (RM 19)

The chicken was really juicy and packed with flavors, I’d say its paired pretty well with the mango chutney. Fries could be a little more crispier and deep fried till golden perfection.

Note: This is only available from 12 noon onwards!

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Miso Grilled Salmon with Cauliflower Rice – (RM 20)

I was in joy the moment I saw there’s cauliflower rice! Bare in mind that it isn’t bland nor under-seasoned, but also don’t be shy to request for salt and pepper if you’d like it more palatable. Hey, it’s a tastier way to stuff yourself with some veges! The grilled salmon chunks were delicious and went really well with the rice however it was a missed that the edamame, almond slices and walnut toppings were missing on the plate.

Overall if you’re looking for a light meal, I’d still highly recommend this though!

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Zucchini Pasta with Thai Peanut Crispy Tofu – (RM 18)

Once again I’m so happy they’ve got this on the menu as well! Its almost like having a Thai salad because of the peanut sauce and also has a nice heat to it. Definitely makes a perfect light and tasty meal for anyone who’s trying to cut carbs.

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Coconut Oil Nasi Lemak – (RM 16)

I love that they’ve replace coconut milk or ‘santan’ with coconut oil and ‘ikan bilis’ with silver fish instead as you barely feel the guilt of eating our local comfort food. Everything about this dish was so good! Chicken was fried to perfection, sambal was brilliant and ‘acar’ was simply refreshing and the silver fish were so crispy. Would definitely recommend this dish as well!

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There is no diet that will do what eating healthy does. Skip the diet and just eat healthy! I’d definitely be back for more.

The Berry Tale
Address: C-13A-1 Jalil Link 2, Jalan Jalil Perkasa 1, Bukit Jalil, 57000 Kuala Lumpur.
Opening Hours: 8:00AM – 10PM daily (Closed on Mondays)
Contact: +60 16-217 8875
Instagram: theberrytale

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Burger & Lobster Malaysia at SkyAvenue, Genting Highlands

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The guys who set about making their dream a reality in London is now available in Malaysia! I haven’t been to Genting Highlands for a pretty long time and I was pretty excited on trying what’s good in this restaurant after all the hype.

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Chilli Lobster served with Signature Brioche – RM 165

They’re serving fresh Canadian lobster steamed or grilled to our preference with a choice of clarified butter or B&L’s famous lemon & garlic butter.

The sauce was delicious with just the right amount of heat but it was a missed that the lobster was slightly overcooked. We had to order another round of those fluffy buttery brioche to absorb every last drip of the sauce.

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The B&L Burger (168g) – RM 130

The B&L Burger, a combination of beef and lobster meat, topped with lettuce and Terragon & Truffle sauce.

Almost everything about this was good! Buns were fluffy and beautifully toasted, lobster was nice and firm however the patty was a little dry but well seasoned. One thing about this burger was the truffle sauce as it gave an extra oomph.

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8 Steps To The West – RM 33
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South Carolina Tea – RM28

Alongside we ordered some cocktails as well. Both were pretty refreshing, but I personally preferred the South Carolina Tea because it wasn’t gassy.

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The kitchen is constantly flying out with orders, I hope they’re able to maintain a consistency to it. Overall it was a great dining experience, the service crew was quite attentive and friendly as well.

Burger & Lobster Malaysia
Address: Level 1, SkyAvenue, Genting Highlands, 69000 Genting Highlands Resort, Pahang.
Opening Hours:
Mon-Thurs: 11:00 – 22:00
Fri: 11:00 – 00:00
Sat: 09:00 – 00:00
Sun: 09:00 – 22:00
Contact: +60 3-6105 9186
Facebook: Burger & Lobster (Pahang, Pahang, Malaysia)

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Chen Chen BBQ Goose & Duck at Pudu

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During lunch hours, Chen Chen BBQ Goose & Duck is one of the few popular lunch spots and gets really packed so you may need to wait for a while to get a table. Unless you don’t mind sharing!

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The price here still remains reasonable for all and had always tasted the same since the first generation when the owner’s father started this business.

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Duck & Salted Vegetables Soup

Soup of the day was delicious and simply whets one’s appetite before devouring into the star dishes! Its both salty and spicy yet flavorful from the salted vegetables and the ginger that is added.

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Pork Meatballs Soup

I couldn’t help but to order some of these springy chewy meatballs as it makes a simple hearty soup extra comforting. I’m a sucker for meatballs.

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Bean Sprouts topped with Fried Garlic

Some fat crunchy stubby sprouts with a dash of soy sauce and sesame oil is always the best companion for any roast meat regardless chicken or goose.

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Roast Goose Leg

Here’s the greasy goodness of their mouth-watering roast goose most of the diners are here for. It was beautifully roasted with a slight gamey taste to it and still juicy on the inside.

Note: Dip them in their homemade plum sauce to make it a lot more palatable.

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Roast Duck Breast

Other than their roast goose, the roast duck was definitely finger-licking as well. I really love how the skin does not have a thick layer of chewy fat making it so much more palatable.

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Not to mention Chen Chen’s  crisp crackling roasted pork belly. Although it isn’t one of the few ‘starred dish’ to have here, its definitely still worth a try. If you didn’t noticed, there’s just a thin layer of fat on it as well.

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Chen Chen BBQ Goose & Duck may just be just a hawker stall but the owner never fails to put on his chef jacket and keeps a bright smile to his regulars and new customers.

Best to visit before lunch hours to avoid the crowds!

Chen Chen BBQ Goose, Duck
Address: No. 24, Jalan Seladang, Wilayah Persekutuan, 55100 Kuala Lumpur
Opening Hours: 9AM to 6PM daily
Contact: +60 12-233 3083

Cheers

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Morande Adventure Wine Dinner at Truffles Restaurant, Taylor’s University Lakeside Campus

MORANDÉ ADVENTURE began in 2012 as part of their philosophy of innovation and taking a step beyond with their dreams. This is an initiative of Grupo Belen, in which the winemakers from the five related winery’s — Morande, Vistamar, Mancura, Zorzal & Fray Leon — produce their own wines.

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It was an extraordinary experience to have 10 restaurants together in ONE venue to serve you 10 varieties of bite size fine food and to pair with 10 different Morande Adventure’s – Hand Crafted – RED wines. One of The Adventure’s Winemaker, Mr Jorge Martinez, was in attendance as well.

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Here were the astounding dishes served that night leaving most of us content (and tipsy!) :

Note: Click on the bolded and linked name of wines for more details!

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“The Perfect Egg” in Truffle Cloud served with Brioche Mouillette

To start with, this dish was paired with Despechado — Cherry red and slightly opaque as it was not filtered. Wonderful aromas of red berries: primarily strawberries and mineral notes. It was light-bodied and refreshing with elegant and enveloping flavors.

Both wine and egg dish prepared by the students from School of Culinary Arts & Food Studies were paired perfectly not overpowering each other. I really enjoyed the creamy texture along with the oomph of black truffles. Could also be well paired with mild fish, pastas and white meats.

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Tuna Tartare with Mango, Avocado, Kyuri & Mint Sauce in Pai Tee & Wasabi Mayo

A dish prepared by Tatto paired with Malmau — Intensely red with a violet hue with notes of berries and violets with mineral touch. Its quite potent on the palate with well-rounded tannin with good texture. The presence of rich acidity makes this a very fresh and natural wine.

Personally I’d prefer pairing with a dish with stronger flavors such as slow-cooked fatty red meats or a braised lamb shank would be best.

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Papaya Salad with Infused Lemongrass Dried Beef Jerky

Sao Nam‘s papaya salad paired with VIGNO — Very intense purplish red. Quite pronounced aromas of red and sour cherries and black plums with subtle floral notes of violets as well as coffee and dark chocolate. It presents tremendous character with juicy red fruit recalling cherries and raspberries as well as light floral notes and toasted oak.

This was quite an enlivening pairing. Would paired well with pot roast, beef tartare, rabbit stew, Austrian beans, game meats and spit-roasted lamb.

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Red Wine Brined Duck Breast served with Ceps in Cream

Dish prepared by Meatology paired with El Gran Petit — Very deep and intense violet, almost black. A fruity and expressive with outstanding blue fruits such as fresh blackberries with a light touch of fine herbs. It was juicy, generous and loaded with structure. Fermenting it in a concrete egg magically transforms the two varieties’ notoriously potent tannin soft and velvety, round and mouth filling.

It was a great pairing: perfect with red meats, pork and game meats.

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Chicken Roulade stuffed with Chicken Ham & Mozzarella with Red Wine Sauce

Chicken Roulade by Spitalfield’s Gastrobar paired with Tirazis — beautiful reddish-purple. Lovely white pepper and black fruit with spices such as cinnamon and a bit of herbs aroma. Great medium-bodied with fine flavors and tremendous persistence. Good balance between acidity and tannin too.

It would’ve been better if the dish was served hot. This would be an excellent pairing with lean meats, fine cheeses and fatty fish.

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Mutton Floss Mantao
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Grilled Cauliflower with Smoked Sauce

Goa by Hubba went an extra mile by preparing 2 dishes to be paired with CREOLE — Light raspberry red with aromas of red fruits such as raspberries, sour cherries, light earthy notes and spices recalling cinnamon. It was intensely fresh and fruity with a smooth texture. The moderately light body invites drinking one glass after another.

This has to be one of my favorite pairing throughout the dinner. Both dishes and wine executed perfectly. It would also be a spectacular pairing with deli meats and firm-textured cheeses. Delicioso!

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Grilled Prawn on a Trio of Capsicum Pieperade

A dish by Interlude TTDI to be paired with Aterciopelado — attractive, bright ruby red with aromas of red fruits such as cherries and plums with notes of herbs and nuts. Very charming. The flavors of red fruits with tremendous acidity complemented by potent tannin with a velvety finish. Seductor.

Another splendid dish well paired with the wine. The prawn was very fresh and flavorful. Would also be a great pairing with stewed meats and game birds.

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Chili Butter Cream Clams with Garlic Bread

Two Sons Bistro‘s dish paired with Mediterraneo — Deep, intense cherry red with aromas of red fruits such as sour cherries and raspberries with notes of hazelnuts and aromatic spices. Flavors were fresh, fruity and juicy with tremendous balance between sweetness and tannin. Great persistent red fruit on the long, lingering finish.

This dish was a crowd pleaser with a terrific pairing. It will also work with red meat, game and stews.

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Rustic Beef Onion with Pink Peppercorns Sauce

Rustic beef onion by Pintu at Old Malaya paired with El Padre — Deep, dense and bright purplish-red. Wonderful aromas of black fruits, coffee and dark chocolate. The spicy note simply recalls cloves and vanilla.

The beef was wee overcooked however it was a decent pairing. Would also be nicely paired with some serrano ham, lean meats and aged cheeses.

Unfortunately I wasn’t able to try the Mancura Spiced Poached Pear Creme Brulee & Chili Madeleine prepared yet again by the students from School of Culinary Arts & Food Studies as there were limited portions but I was able to taste the paired wine, Mancura Leyenda Gran Reserva — A very deep, brilliant wine. Its red color was enhanced by the suggestive violet highlights. Nosing was highly complex in the beginning, opening gradually to reveal its notes of ash with red fruits, combined with subtle hints of rose petals and blackcurrant. It is complex and structured in the mouth, but at the same time fresh and elegant. Its potent tannin was complemented by touches of mocha, bitter chocolate and sweet cinnamon. It has a very pleasant finish with long persistence. Recommended for well-seasoned red meats.

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These wines are the results of a more experimental works on behalf of the winemakers. They are bolder, more daring wines made without having to follow pre-established rules. They are their enological adventures that surprise and impress for their diversity, innovation & quality.

Thank you for sharing this experience that has been bottled with love & freedom!

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