“Where would you recommend for a good meal?” I often get asked this perennial question. I usually drill further to find out what particular cuisine the person has in mind before giving any recommendation. These days, if someone asks me where to go for some casual dining, western-style, I find myself saying unreservedly “Epicuro”! Ever since I checked them out a couple of months ago, I have been back there a few times. What draws me back to this simple unassuming little restaurant is … [Read more...]
Sushi Hinata – indulgent Omakase and other set meals
Forget ramen and teppanyaki – you won’t find them on Hinata’s menu. Here in this little Japanese restaurant tucked in a row of eateries at the St Mary Residences, the simple menu features mainly sushi and sashimi and some obligatory tempura, chawan mushi and miso soup. Helmed by sushi specialist, Chef Oritsuki Hideaki, Hinata’s offerings are of premium quality as their fish and seafood are imported directly from Tsukiji Fish Market and Fukuoka Market. Fresh stocks arrive every Tuesday and … [Read more...]
Muugu Garden Bistro, Bar & Grill – such affordable steaks!
In the middle of Bukit Bintang, amidst road diggings, construction, messy roads and haphazard road signages, there’s this green plot with manicured lawns and pretty shrubs surrounding a grey glass-fronted bungalow with a bright yellow “M” logo etched on the front wall. The “M” is for Muugu, a recently-opened bistro, bar and grill with a huge garden which is perfect for outdoor events. This used to be Max At iHaus some years back. When asked what “Muugu” meant, I was told by Leonard … [Read more...]
Xin Cuisine – divine dimsum for private dining
We all know that for an authentic dimsum experience, it should be all about selecting your favourites from piled-high baskets on trolleys and carts pushed around in the restaurant. At least that’s how dimsum was enjoyed back in my hometown. One of my favourite earliest childhood memories is going for “yum cha” in the wee hours of the morning, just after dawn and chasing after the dimsum carts for my favourite siew mais. King Siew Mai There are still some restaurants here that serve … [Read more...]
Ah Boy Kwayteow T’ng, Penang
Have you heard about this stall? Apparently most of the locals in Penang want to keep this secret. In a recent trip up north to Penang, we were told to search for this place along Argyll Road. So the Sunday before we left the island, we dutifully drove along Argyll Road looking out for a push cart that reputedly serves one of the best Kwayteow T’ng on the island. As we took the turn-off from Penang Road and drove down Argyll Road (which is a one-way street), we couldn’t spot any cart. … [Read more...]
Craving for Balitong? Check out Tian Lee @ Port Klang
Are you a fan of balitong? Balitong – or “siput sedut” in Malay is an edible sea snail usually cooked in a spicy sauce or with coconut milk in “masak lemak” style. You either love it or hate it. Those who love it know the “art” of sucking out the chewy snail from the right end without getting choked by the protective ”flap”. Not many restaurants serve this delicacy, least of all, a Chinese restaurant. However, if you are in Port Klang, just mention “balitong” and most likely people … [Read more...]
Signature @ The Roof
These days, traffic along Persiaran Bandar Utama, especially on Friday and Saturday evenings, has become more congested. If you don’t already know, Petaling Jaya’s latest entertainment hub – The Roof has been jiving up the scene. Opened since last November, everyone has been flocking to this happening place as The Roof, with its 5 outlets, caters to almost every lifestyle indulgence. There are 3 exclusive bars, a super club and of course the dining venue – Signature by The … [Read more...]
Ocean Shabu Shabu @ Seri Petaling
Almost every other evening now is wet and chilly. The rain just won’t let up and on evenings when the sky opens up and pour torrents down, that’s the perfect time to have a steamboat dinner. I enjoy steamboat for the simple method of cooking food at the table where meats, seafood and vegetables are cooked in the healthiest way and eaten immediately. How do you eat your steamboat? Do you dunk everything in once the soup starts boiling? Then you cover up the pot and let everything inside … [Read more...]
Crabbing at Kali Little Restaurant, Pandamaran, Port Klang
This place doesn’t need any more publicity, nor any introduction, especially among crab lovers. Crab lovers from far and wide make a beeline to this humble looking restaurant every night – the place is packed all the time. During weekends diners hog the tables as early as 5pm and if you go after 7pm, you can be sure all their bright red plastic chairs will be occupied. Tucked in the depths of Pandamaran, this restaurant is located beside a Chinese temple and next to it is actually another … [Read more...]
Pantrie @ Oasis Square
“There is no sincerer love than the love of food”, so said George Bernard Shaw. And so echoed Alice Tuen, owner and chef of Pantrie. Located in the up-and-coming busy commercial centre called Oasis Square, Pantrie is just a few months old. Alice relates how she had to constantly come up with healthy and interesting dishes to ensure her 4 kids eat proper meals. As the mother of 4 stormed up more and more new recipes, she noticed that her kids’ friends started to come over more frequently … [Read more...]
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