I was pretty excited when I was invited by Elegant Inn recently to try out one of their special menus which they have crafted in association with Standard Chartered Bank's promotion for their credit card holders for the coming Chinese New Year. It's always a thrill for me to dine at Elegant Inn since I discovered this gem of a restaurant last year. Since my very first visit, I had been bowled over by their fine HK-style Chinese cuisine and I have been back there several times with … [Read more...]
Tau Yew Bak
When someone mentions "comfort food", an immediate image that would come to my mind is "Tau Yew Bak" - Pork braised in Dark Soya Sauce. When I run out of ideas on what to cook for dinner or when I have one of those insane urges to have something porky to go with rice, invariably this dish would be my choice.So what makes a good Tau Yew Bak? There are various versions to this popular dish. My version would require a good cut of Belly Pork. Some would prefer other cuts of … [Read more...]
Dancing Fish!
Not even a week had passed since I got back from Bali and I jumped, without hesitation, when dear Masak-masak asked if I'd like to go try out Dancing Fish. I mean, I had been gorging on Indon-Balinese food for 4 days prior to that and yet I couldn't wait to go and check out Dancing Fish, a new restaurant serving Malay-Indo cuisine located on the 3rd Floor of the spanking new refurbished wing of Bangsar Shopping CEntre. The signature dish & namesake of the restaurant - Dancing Fish is … [Read more...]
HAPPY NEW YEAR!
Happy New Year, everyone!Here's a toast to a fabulous 2011 ahead - the start of another decade.I wish you all good things for the new year - joy, health and fulfillment in every way :-) Personally, I feel nothing beats the love and warmth of family and good friends... a meal shared in the company of family and friends is always enjoyable and meaningful.We had an amazing steamboat dinner last night at my dear friend, CH's beautiful home in Desa Parkcity...Because we were away in Bali during … [Read more...]
New Formosa Restaurant @ SS2
It's the eve of New Year's Eve. In another 2 days, a new year will be upon us.I always get a bit nostalgic during this time of the year. It's like I'm trying to grab the last few hours before the year ends to think and reflect on what has happened, or didn't happen, this whole year. As I looked through my Flickr folders, the nostalgia dipped one notch further when I looked at my food photos taken at New Formosa Restaurant.Wayyyy before I started food-blogging, this restaurant … [Read more...]
Time flies
It's the final week for the year. Where did my 2010 go?? I honestly can't believe the year has just flown by and 2011 will be dawning in a few days' time.It's good to be on leave during this time. And half the week is gone already. It's nice not having to be up and out of bed when my alarm goes off at 6am. I get to lie in for a bit, just a bit. I'm out of the bedroom by 9'ish, latest.Somehow the days get by very quickly. I go to the wet market, take my … [Read more...]
Magnolia Sherbet – Lift Your Senses
With all the heavy hardcore eating during this festive season, what would be a most refreshing and light dessert? After a heavy meal, the last thing I'd want is another rich and heavy sweet. What comes to mind (and desire) is the brand new Magnolia Sherbet.Magnolia Sherbet: Think "refreshing", think "nutritious fruity", think "tantalising", think "healthily yummy" - Yes, all those are perfect descriptions of the new Magnolia Sherbets! *Photo courtesy of Magnolia … [Read more...]
Food Porn: Home-made Siu Yook
Siu Yook (regardless how it's spelled) = Roast Pork.Feeling kinda "hypoporkinaemic" whole of last week - thanks to GFAD who spammed Facebook and Twitter with her home-made Siu Yook, I got 2 slabs of pork belly and made these yesterday. Just to satisfy some cravings, hah!(Read about my 1st attempt and 2nd attempt at Siu Yook!)Another angle...Slice 'em up...Then chop 'em up!They tasted good with some instant noodles! … [Read more...]
D Legends Bar @ TTDI
If you are in the Taman Tun Dr Ismail neighbourhood and would like to have a drink, chill out with friends in a friendly casual bar/restaurant, give D Legends Bar a try. Newly set up some months ago by a group of buddies, the outlet is run with Hans at the helm - a cheerful down-to-earth personable young man. When you speak to him, you get a deep sense of passion and commitment from someone who's very much into the F& B business. The pricing in D' Legends, ranging from beer to food, is … [Read more...]
Can we have MORE cake?
Can we have some more cake, please?Yes, that was what my colleagues asked me this morning, after they have tasted this Crazy Nuts Cake which I made last night...A simple soft moist chocolate cake, coated with more chocolate and sprinkled with caramelized hazelnuts and almonds...The texture looked a bit dense here because the cake was just removed from the fridge and you know how chilled chocolate cake would be. Leave it a bit longer at room temperature for the cake to "fluff out" and the … [Read more...]
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