I’ve always loved eating edamame in its simplest form: blanched. Blanched lightly in salt water, the green peas are sweet and crunchy and that’s how it’s usually served in most Japanese restaurants as a starter. Of late, the trend has been shifting. More and more restaurants have decided to give the plain edamame a flavoured makeover. I’ve seen some restaurants stir-frying the edamame with lots of flavoursome ingredients added. In Ippudo at The Gardens Mall, the chefs have come up … [Read more...]
IPPUDO @ Bangsar Shopping Centre – New Menu!
Have you tried the new Mazesoba Ramen from Ippudo? It’s something very different from the regular ramen. For one, it’s a “dry” rendition, much like our local “kon loe” style where noodles are tossed with sauce and condiments. This Japanese-style “mixed ramen” is a serving of thick chewy noodles with 9 unique ingredients. The 9 ingredients are nori, cha shu, crunchy noodles, garlic, spring onion, minced pork, lime, leek and an onsen tamago (poached egg). The idea is to toss … [Read more...]
HANA DINING & SAKE BAR: NEW GEMS ON THE MENU!
When Chef Thomas Lim and his team churn up their creativity, you can be sure wondrous things are going to happen. Read about my earlier write-up on the Sake Pairing in Hana Dining & Sake Bar - something which is held quite often there. Helming the kitchen of Hana since it opened a year ago, the good chef felt it’s about time to revamp the menu. The popular favourites are retained, naturally and the new creations hold pride of place in the brand new stylish menu. The hardcover-bound menu with … [Read more...]
Reviving the Traditions at FU-RIN, Holiday Inn Kuala Lumpur, Glenmarie
The Holiday Inn Glenmarie is located in a rather secluded location and getting there is almost like travelling to a secret hideaway. After passing through the main gate, Fu-Rin Restaurant on the right will be the first restaurant you see and right across it, there’s a huge carpark. Such convenience and this is one of the reasons I enjoy going to this hotel. It’s been almost two years since I last visited Fu-Rin so stepping into Fu-Rin, undoubtedly there’s an air of familiarity about it. … [Read more...]
TOP 10 PICKS IN GENJI @ Hilton Petaling Jaya
Genji Japanese Restaurant at the Hilton Petaling Jaya has been around for a long time and is a firm favourite with many PJ residents. Over the years, it has gone through several changes or facelifts, to move with the times. Its latest makeover has resulted in a deco theme that's classically contemporary with extra privacy for diners by creating separate sections in the restaurant. The sections include the sushi bar, main restaurant, two spacious teppanyaki counters and five private dining … [Read more...]
KIRAKU JAPANESE RESTAURANT, CYBERJAYA
Some may think that Cyberjaya is pretty far to get to for a Japanese meal. Well, actually it’s a very pleasant drive along the highway and I love the big spaces and wide roads of Cyberjaya. Parking is also pretty easy. But of course I’m talking about weekends and weekends are just perfect to chill and take that easy drive somewhere for some food-hunting. And that’s how we came to Kiraku Japanese Restaurant. Housed on level 3 of the commercial Shaftsbury Square, you can easily spot the … [Read more...]
SUSHI TSEN, Seri Petaling: wallet-friendly decent Japanese fares
The main streets of Seri Petaling have fast evolved into a thriving food oasis. Every time we explore the area, I’m always amazed by the sheer number of food outlets in that area. New eateries are always popping up and diners heading that way are completely spoiled with lots of choices. Along Jalan Radin Bagus, with eateries flanking both sides of the road, Sushi Tsen stands out as it serves very affordable Japanese fares within its cool interior. We loved the spaciousness of the … [Read more...]
Sake Pairing at HANA DINING SAKE BAR, Sunway Pyramid
Sake is the national beverage of Japan and historically, it was commonly served during traditional occasions or ceremonies. Nowadays, sake drinking has taken on a more social twist where it is widely served in Japanese restaurants and bars. Sake is a Japanese rice wine brewed from polished rice through a process called multiple parallel fermentation. Just like it is common to pair wine with different food, the diverse flavours of different sakes work well with different food. We found … [Read more...]
Christmas Omakase at NOBU KUALA LUMPUR
For the very first time, Nobu Kuala Lumpur is offering a special Omakase menu for lunch and dinner this festive season. For dinner on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day, Nobu Kuala lumpur will be offering a 7-course Omakase priced at RM630 per person. For lunch on both Christmas Eve and Christmas Day, the Omakase will be a 5-course meal priced at RM250 per person. On these 2 days, guests can also order from the a la carte menu. We had a preview of the 7-course Omakase Dinner … [Read more...]
ISHIN – Japanese dining at its best
Mention “Ishin” and most people would wax lyrical over its exquisite offerings. Located along the busy Old Klang Road in a building by itself, Ishin has made a name for itself for its genuine Japanese and Kaiseki-style cuisine. The restaurant exudes a cosy classy feel with its chic interior decor. The oval-shaped sushi counter takes centre-stage - a perfect perch to see the chefs deftly at work. One wall is decked from ceiling-to-floor with racks of sake of every size, shape and brand. … [Read more...]
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