David Chen is one person who knows all about chicken and chicken rice. After all, he and his family have been in the chicken rice business for many years and have recently opened MR & MRS CHICKEN in Pudu to extend the tradition. The family’s passion has also resulted in having their own poultry farm in Rawang. Concerned with providing the best quality chicken to his customers, David ensures that they are bred for at least 120 days in a free-range environment and fed with premium grains … [Read more...]
Archives for 2017
MAKAN KITCHEN @ DoubleTree By Hilton Kuala Lumpur: Let “The Love of Seafood” surface!
If you love seafood, and feasting buffet-style in a hotel, then you have to head to Makan Kitchen in DoubleTree by Hilton Kuala Lumpur. The all-day dining restaurant is currently showcasing a market-style experience for diners to choose from 10 varieties of made-to-order seafood dishes. This seafood showcase is served in addition to the lavish buffet spread served in Makan Kitchen. Using only responsibly-sourced fresh seafood, Executive Chef Eric Siew and Makan Kitchen’s Chinese Chef … [Read more...]
ISHIN Japanese Dining – savour their signature dishes!
Ishin Japanese Dining is located in a bungalow lot along the ever-busy Old Klang Road and it’s one Japanese restaurant that has stood the test of time. Established more than 6 years ago, Ishin remains a popular place to head to for some decent Japanese fares at mid-range prices. Read about my first review of Ishin here. On a recent re-visit, we were happy to note that Ishin was still consistent in its quality of food. We had a couple of appetisers - Chuka Kurage (chilled pickled jellyfish) … [Read more...]
HAECHI BBQ Restaurant, Setia Alam
Located in one of Setia Alam’s busiest thoroughfares, right in the commercial centre, is Haechi BBQ Restaurant. Opened just months ago, it’s the second outlet for the Lees and partners. The 1st outlet, in Kota Kemuning (read my review here) is well known among the residents in the township and I’m so happy for the Lees to be able to ride on that success and spread their brand of Korean food to Setia Alam. The simplistic decor of the restaurant is refreshing. Hand-drawn art decorates the … [Read more...]
My 9N 11D Trip to HOKKAIDO – Part 3: LAKE TOYA
The Hokkaido trail continues. After a 3-hour drive from Hakodate, we arrived at our ryokan, Kohan Tei in Lake Toya in the late evening. As our booking included dinner, we had a very decent buffet dinner in the hotel. The next morning we headed out early to explore the pretty town. Our Stay: KOHAN TEI Lake Toya It was a lovely bright autumn day and trees have turned red and gold. Driving through the small quiet roads in Lake Toya town, we appreciated the slow unhurried … [Read more...]
DINE WITH ME @ TATSU Japanese Cuisine, InterContinental Kuala Lumpur
The InterContinental Hotel Kuala Lumpur is one of few hotels in the city which houses its own Japanese restaurant. Located on Level 1, Tatsu Japanese Cuisine beckons diners into its cosy classy interior of darkwood furniture and fittings. The contemporary lines of its interior design are interspersed with a subtle blend of Japanese aesthetics enhanced with touches of cobalt blue and white. Within the intimate confines of a private dining room, we checked out Tatsu’s latest dining promotion - … [Read more...]
BEI HAI RESTAURANT, Selayang
You know how in many residential neighbourhoods there are always hidden food gems that are known and patronised mainly by the residents only? These are those “tai chow” eateries and restaurants that have been the go-to choices for family meals and the local residents keep them close to their hearts. Bei Hai Restaurant is one of those. Located in Taman Bidara, somewhere in Selayang, this restaurant caters mainly to the people living around there and I felt we were really the odd ones out … [Read more...]
BEATS & BRUNCH @ LAFITE, Shangri-La Hotel Kuala Lumpur
Weekends are meant for food and relaxation. That’s why weekend brunches are a dime a dozen, almost every cafe/restaurant/hotel worth its salt has a brunch to offer in this city. In the sea of masses, what do you choose? You choose something that’s a bit different, a bit unique perhaps? Then go no further than Lafite at the Shangri-La Hotel Kuala Lumpur. There’s a new concept of brunch at Lafite now on every first Sunday of the month, known as Beats and Brunch! Starting at 12noon till … [Read more...]
Indulge in HANA DINING’s WEEKEND BUFFET @ Sunway Pyramid!
I’m not a fan of buffets, unless they are of the Japanese cuisine type. I’m sure many of you share the same sentiments - a Japanese buffet can be rather hard to resist! Now there’s another reason to stuff our faces because Hana Dining lays out a sumptuous spread come Saturday and Sunday. Yes, the weekend is just the perfect time to round up some Japanese food lovers in your circle and head out to Hana Dining in Sunway Pyramid. The buffet is available for both lunch and dinner … [Read more...]
Celebrate Mid Autumn Festival with colourful Mooncakes from YONG SHENG CONFECTIONERY
They come in pretty boxes and in pretty colours, they do. I’m talking about the mooncakes from Yong Sheng Confectionery this year. Elements of cultural heritage, and in this case, the nyonya heritage form the theme in the designs of the metal tins. Etched against rich startling backgrounds are various designs of the beautiful kebaya amidst hanging paper lanterns, depicting the Mid Autumn Festival. Besides the regular traditional baked mooncakes with lotus paste and redden paste, … [Read more...]
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