Matsusaka. Miyazaki. Nishiawa. Wagyu. Beef lovers would recognize these sweet-sounding names. There’s good news for serious beef lovers – from now until 31 October 2019, these premium beef are available to Genji, the award-winning Japanese restaurant in Hilton Petaling Jaya. Discerning diners will get to savour these 4 types of Japanese Premium Beef, halal and all fully imported from Japan, with prices starting at RM360 nett per portion. Top of the list is the Matsusaka … [Read more...]
YAKITORI DINING FUKUDA, Desa Sri Hartamas
Whenever we visit Japan, we never fail to eat and drink at izakayas there, simply because we are quite big fans of the casual food served there. Grilled skewers of chicken and other meats, done the Japanese way have a way of growing your appetite. I mean, we can sit forever in these izakayas and order countless sticks of those goodies and won’t even notice the time passing by! The relaxed (and sometimes boisterous) vibes in an izakaya - chatter, laughter mixed with clinking of drinking glasses … [Read more...]
TOKUSHIMA WAGYU Promotion @ IKETERU, Hilton Kuala Lumpur
For the very first time, Hilton Kuala Lumpur is bringing in the famous Tokushima wagyu beef from Shikoku whereby diners will get to savour this premium beef at Iketeru for the entire month of August 2018. Sourced from Nishiawa Beef from Tokushima Prefecture, the beef is certified halal to be sold in Malaysia, explained Japanese Executive Chef Ricky Kamiishi. This Grade A5 wagyu is available on a special a la carte menu for both lunch and dinner. Besides the popular cuts like sirloin, … [Read more...]
KIMI-YA: Modern Japanese dining in Old Klang Road, Kuala Lumpur
There are many dining options in Old Klang Road - predominantly from Chinese tai-chow places to steamboat restaurants and a scattering of Japanese food outlets. One particular Japanese restaurant which stands out is Kimi-Ya which has been making quite a name for itself. Translated as “Your Home”, Kimi-Ya is located on the ground floor of Avantas Residences. Its simple interior deco has a cosy and homely ambience. Seating is functional, nothing too fancy and what stands out is the food. Cosy … [Read more...]
KOUZU @ Bangsar
With Kouzu recently opened in Bangsar, the stretch along Jalan Telawi seems to have perked up considerably. This is actually the 2nd outlet, the first one being in Taman Tun Dr Ismail. As you step into this hip-looking Japanese fusion restaurant and bar, you’ll be greeted with a piece of vibrant painted pop-art on one of the main walls. The colourful wall-art depicts a mish-mash kaleidoscope of Mt Fuji, dragons, carps, sakura and even a Japanese maiden (geisha perhaps?) by local artist Katun. … [Read more...]
MO-MO-PARADISE at J’s Gate Dining, Lot 10 Kuala Lumpur
If you are a fan of Shabu-Shabu and Sukiyaki, then you’d be very happy to know that Mo-Mo-Paradise is now open in Kuala Lumpur. I am a definite fan of both and I can’t be more ecstatic now that I can have the best of both, in Mo-Mo-Paradise located in J’s Gate Dining at Lot 10 Shopping Centre. For those who are not aware, J’s Gate Dining is a curated space offering the best of Japanese cuisine and Mo-Mo-Paradise has joined the line-up of sterling outlets. Cosy and comfortable seating in … [Read more...]
Sakura Spring Festival @ IKETERU, HILTON KUALA LUMPUR
I love Japan in all her seasons and every season there is very different, in terms of weather, activities and food. Where food is concerned, it’s all about ingredients which are available at different times of the year. Spring brings with it new greens and fresh seafood which contribute to clean and lighter flavours. At the Hilton Kuala Lumpur, guests get to experience some magical tastes of Japanese spring this month and next. From now until 30 April 2018, Iketeru at Hilton Kuala Lumpur … [Read more...]
Indulge: SHUMATSU BUFFET @ Eyuzu Japanese Cuisine, Eastin Hotel Kuala Lumpur
Every Tuesday and Friday, the chefs at Eyuzu Japanese Cuisine, Eastin Hotel Kuala Lumpur get very excited – do you know why? That’s when they get to uncover the mystery boxes airflown in from Japan. They do know that the mystery boxes hold the freshest seafood from Japan but they wouldn’t know what kind of seafood until they open up the boxes! The treasures inside the boxes can be anything from the freshest shellfish like live scallops and Japanese fishes like kamasu, kinmedai or … [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...]
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...]
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