Best Desserts @ Epicuro, USJ

My latest food adventure with my foodie friends brought me to Epicuro, USJ Taipan. Epicuro, a cosy cafe offers good quality food in an unpretentious and generous manner. With the succeed of its first outlet at Damansara Uptown,  Epicuro opened its second outlet at USJ, Taipan in August 2015.

All You Can Eat Dim Sum @ Tai Zi Heen, Pullman KLCC (Pork Free)

Rejoice dim sum lovers! Stuff yourself silly with the amazing 'All You Can Eat Dim Sum' at Tai Zi Heen, Pullman KLCC. The promotion is available from now until 30 April 2016 on weekends/public holidays ONLY from 11.30am to 2.30pm. 

Present this e-voucher to be entitle for the special price of RM50nett per person(Normal price RM60.65) for the 'All You Can Eat Dim Sum' featuring over 45 types of dim sum such as Steamed Sea Grouper and Cuttlefish Mousse Dumpling, Crystal Dumplings filled with Dried Sole, Pan-Fried Crispy Pancake filled with Prawns and Chives, Deep-fried Golden Pumpkin Balls, Rice Rolls filled with Shrimp and Yellow Chives, Congee with Peanuts and Dried Oysters, Wok-fried Radish Cake with X.O Sauce, Deep-fried Prawn Salad with Honey Dew and Sesame Seeds and many more.

Exquisite Fine Chinese Cuisine @ Sky Palace, One City

Restaurant Sky Palace is strategically located within the vibrant One City in USJ 25, Subang Jaya. The restaurant spanning over 8000 sq ft across two floors with modern Chinese decor is the perfect dining place with families or friends for any occasion.

Delectable Signature Tapas @ Lobby Lounge, Renaissance Kuala Lumpur

If you are at Renaissance Kuala Lumpur lobby lounge, don't miss out the mesmerising Spanish-Guetemalan inspired signature tapas by Sous Chef Pablo Crespo. The 7 signature Tapas will be available from 12.00 noon to 10.00pm daily.  

Authentic Thai Flavour @ Little Thai Kitchen, Kota Damansara

In the hustle bustle Dataran Sunway, lies the bright yellow in colour Little Thai Kitchen which offer classic Thai foods. The newly opened restaurant is owned by a Thai's family with signature dishes namely hor-mok, steamed Thai fish custard in banana leaf ramekins, light glass noodle salads, stir-fried pork in chili oil and many more. 

Best Matcha Green Tea In Town @ TSUJIRI, Damansara Uptown

Konnichiwa....... Good news for you matcha lovers out there! With the opening of the first TSUJIRI outlet at Damansara Uptown, now you could indulge the best quality Japanese green tea. With over 155 years of heritage, the renowned and established green tea brand from Japan brings the splendour of unique green tea based drinks and desserts to Malaysia.

Brunch the Italian Way @ Villa Danieli, Sheraton Imperial

Hello! Sunday has to be everyone's favourite day of the week for bonding with families or friends. How do you usually spend your day? Instead of the usual dim sum or English breakfast, let's make it a special and memorable one with delicious Italian cuisine.

Every Sunday from 11am till 3pm, Villa Danieli is proud to offer an Italian Brunch. With an extensive selection of fresh  baked pastries and antipasto, a la’-carte dishes and fruits, desserts and free flowing Prosecco (the famous Italian sparkling white wine), the Sunday Italian Brunch is priced at RM238 nett per adult.

Porky Yee Sang @ The BBP, Bukit Utama

#theBBP located at The Club, Bukit Utama is a gastropub style restaurant, serving up tasty, down to earth fare like good old fashioned pork ribs, a wide selection of barbeque meats with mouth-watering sides and finger licking snacks. It's the perfect place with an extensive selection of local and imported beers for a drink or two after work or weekend chill out. #theBBP stands for high quality meat and offers only the freshest food for a wholesome meal. At the #MeatStation, you could handpick your favourite choice of meat to be barbequed right in front of you while the #SaladStation allows you to create your own salad. 

“The BBP” an acronym standing for among other things - Big Black Pig, Best BBQ Pit, Best Beer Promo with a gorgeous beer garden offering classic, mouth-watering barbecue fare specialising in pork dishes such as pork ribs and delightful beer can chicken (One Hot Chick) is the perfect place for great food and chilling out. Now you can head over to BBP for their newly launched brunch menu set.

#theBBP - Build your own brunch (BYOB)

Check out BBP's new brunch menu featuring a la carte meal like the usual ever-popular Eggs Benedict, special Spicy Pork Sandwich, Iberico Bacon Croissant and even Muesli with various fruit selections to choose from. You could also get creative and build your own brunch meal with options includes eggs, meats, sides and even sauces if one’s stomach has a specific craving. The brunch menu is available only on weekends, 11am to 3pm.

Spicy Pork Sandwich RM25.00

Pork steak, nachos, cheese, tomato sandwiched within toast and served with fries.

 #theBBP - One Hot Chick

The roasted chicken is served with fire flaming prior cutting it into serving size. 

Absolutely awesome tender and juicy chicken.

CHINESE NEW YEAR SPECIAL

#theBBP “Chu” Sang 

BBP’s own variation of “Sang” includes pork as an added ingredient featuring Jamon Iberico, Bacon crackle and Crispy Pork Lard. Now, how could you resist porky goodness Yee Sang? The “Chu” Sang is also available for takeaway priced at half portion (RM49 nett) and full portion (RM88 nett).

From now till 22nd February, Suckling Pigs are available for pre-orders from BBP. 1 day advance booking is required and a whole Suckling Pig is priced at Rm350 nett. 

For reservations and further inquiries, please call 03 – 8605 3388. 

#theBBP @ The Club, Bukit Utama
Persiaran Surian, Bandar Utama,
47800 Petaling Jaya, Selangor.

Tel no : 03-7724 1628

Business Hours: 5pm – 1am (Tuesday – Sunday)

Facebook: www.facebook.com/bbpmalaysia

Celebrates The Year Of The Monkey Filled With Lunar Memories @ SunwayResort Hotel & Spa

With its theme 'Lunar Memories', Sunway Resort Hotel & Spa celebrates the Lunar New Year Festival from 18 January to 22 February 2016 with a host of celebration packages, festive reunion feast of memories, traditions and nostalgia at The Resort Cafe. 

TOSS TO PROSPERITY YEE SANG
18 January to 22 February 2016

The customary tradition of the prosperity toss is available for both dine-in and take-away. The Resort Cafe Yee Sang specials, freshly prepared daily with the signature plum dressing. A twist from the traditional yee sang, diners try Executive Chef Peter Lee's home-made Wasabi dressing a try that gives an extra pungent flavour without losing its original much-loved taste. The Yee Sang is available in full portion for RM148.00 nett and half portion for RM88.00 nett for either the Salmon or the Snow Pear option. 

It is also available as part of the buffet spread in The Resort Cafe during the festive period.

Deep-fried prawn with salted egg yolk

Wok-fried chicken with capsicum

REUNION BUFFET DINNER
29 January to 12 February 2016

The true meaning of Chinese New Year is about family and friends reuniting during the celebration and feasting on auspicious dishes not only symbols of prosperity and luck, but also dishes that brings back fond memories. The Reunion Buffet Dinner price at The Resort Cafe is priced at RM128.00 nett per adult and RM68.00 nett per senior citizen and per child (except on 7 to 9 February 2016), while the Reunion Buffet Dinner on 7 to 9 February 2016 is priced at RM138.00 nett per adult and RM78.00 nett per senior citizen and per child.

Diners can look forward to a menu featuring celebratory Chinese delicacies which includes Braised Mushroom and Fried Fish Maw with Roasted Garlic Oyster Sauce, Chilli Crab, Stir-Fried Assorted Vegetables with Hokkaido Black Garlic, Braised Money Bag with Seasonal Vegetables, Steamed Red Mullet Fillet with Minced Ginger in Soya Sauce, Wok-Fried Tiger Prawns with Shrimp Honey Sauce, 'Hoe See Fatt Choy' with home-made Soya Bean Tofu and more.

If you fancy hot Chinese soup dishes, try chef's signature Sang Har Noodle Soup with Abalone Clams or double-boiled selection featuring Winter Melon, Red Dates, Dried Scallop and Roasted Garlic or Sweet Turnip Soup with Dried Oyster.

Duo layer glutinous rice

Deep fried 'nian gao' paired with mini mandarin orange filled with chocolate 

Lotus and red bean glutinous rice ball in ginger sweet soup

AUSPICIOUS SET MENUS
18 January to 22 February 2016

For sit-down affair, there are 9 course set menus priced at RM1688.00 nett (Bountiful Fortune), RM1888.00 nett (Treasured Abundance) and RM2088.00 nett (Royal Prosperity) per table of 10 persons respectively.  Each menu selections includes the customary Yee Sang featuring Fresh Norwegian Salmon and Crispy Soft-Shell Crab with Snow Pear and a range of Chef Peter Lee's signature Chinese New Year dishes like Rock Melon Consommé with Dried Agaricus Mushroom, Hokkaido Scallop, Sea Conch and Dried Fish Maw, Braised Abalone, Steamed Dragon Trout Fillet with Japanese Black Garlic and Ginger in Superior Soy Sauce, Deep-Fried Giant Sea Prawns with Salted Egg Yolk and Duo Capsicum and Deep-Fried Stuffed Nian Gao with Vanilla Ice Cream.

Don't forget to catch the Chinese New Year Lion Dance performances on Monday, 8 February 2016 on the first day of the celebration at Sunway Resort Hotel & Spa's Main Lobby at 9.00am.
For dining reservations, please call The Resorts Cafe directly at 03-7495 2009, 03-7492 8000 or email to srcs.bookfnb@sunwayhotels.com

The Resort Cafe
Sunway Resort Hotel & Spa
Persiaran Lagoon,
Bandar Sunway,
47500 Subang Jaya.

*All pictures credit to Sidney Kan.

Spring Reunion @ Tai Zi Heen, Pullman KLCC

Hello! My last early Chinese New Year review or 'sao gong' dinner brought me to Tai Zi Heen at Pullman KLCC. The Chinese restaurant which specialises in Cantonese cuisines and seafood dishes also serves excellent dim sum. I visited Tai Zi Heen for its lip smacking dim sum on few occasions and I'm glad that it always leaves me a memorable experience.The Lunar New Year 'Spring In the City'  starts from 18 January to 22 February 2015 with tasty dishes that includes chicken consommé with cbalone, sun-dried scallops and cordyceps, twice-cooked tea smoked duck with spicy mango chutney, pan-fried jumbo tiger prawns with the chef's signature sauce and many more.

The staple for Lunar New Year, prosperity Yee Sang. We are in for a treat with Crispy Whitebait Yee Sang and add on of Salmon. 

Tossing it high with the lovelies. :D

Other varieties of Yee Sang available including Vegetarian Snow Pear,  Salmon, Crispy Whitebait, Hamachi, Abalone and Four Seasons Prosperity Yee Sang(butterfish, salmon, tuna & jellyfish). The Yee Sang comes in 3 sizes portion of regular, medium or large, price starts from RM34. 

Double-boiled Chicken and Vegetable soup with Fish Maw and Sun-dried Scallop.
Hearty and nutritious soup packed with flavour from the abundance of premium ingredients.

Braised Sea Cucumbers with Morels Mushroom, Sun-dried Oysters and baby Pak Choy.
Auspicious dishes of the Lunar New Year, symbolises fortune and prosperity. I love the Morels mushroom interesting a tad chewy and crunchier texture. The thick sea cucumbers are firm and well-braised too.

Roasted Five Spice Chicken sprinkled with Crispy Garlic and Spring Onions
The chicken is roasted perfectly with crispy skin and tender moist meat. 

Crispy Prawn coated with  Lemon dressing, Tropical Fruit Salsa and Tobiko Caviar
Wow..... superb smoked tea presentation. The de-shelled prawn are deep fried crisp and topped with lemon dressing and fruity salsa like kiwi, blueberries, mango and dragonfruit add a tangy taste to the pretty dish.

Steamed Dragon-Tiger Grouper with Mushroom in Soy Sauce, Spring Onions and Fresh Coriander
Fresh and succulent, the fish is a actually a mix breed of dragon grouper and tiger grouper which taste marvellous.

Stir-Fried Glutinous Rice with Chinese style Preserved Duck
The dish may look humble, but it is not easy to stir fry glutinous rice as glutinous rice is sticky and has a tendency to get burnt easily. Generously laden with preserved duck, it is bursting in flavour with every spoonful. 

Deep Fried Sesame Balls with Salted Egg Yolk Custard and Sweet Potato
Ending our diner on a sweet note with this pretty platter of carrot shaped pastry filled with sweet potato.

The hype salted egg has continued in the hotel's restaurant. Tasty salted egg yolk custard oozing out from the crisp sesame ball, just heavenly.

*Please note that the above dishes do not come in a set. 

Executive Chinese Chef Michael Wong

Spring In The City at Tai Zi Heen
Set menus are priced at RM1788.00 nett, RM2288.00 nett and RM2788.00 nett for a table of ten persons.

For more information or reservations enquiries, kindly call 03- 2170 8888.

Website : www.pullmanhotels.com/AOCS

Facebook : www.facebook.com/pages/Tai-Zi-Heen/

Celebrating Flavourful Abundance @ Sakae Sushi, One Utama

Hey.... Gong Xi Fa Cai from Sakae Sushi's iconic green frog and me! :p Sakae Sushi, popular for its kaiten sushi-concept with over 32 outlets in Malaysia offering a delectable variety of quality Japanese specialties including sushi, sashimi, yakimono and many more. It was another early lou sang and catching up with my foodie blogger friends. What better way to celebrate this prosperous and joyous occasion than to bond over a hearty meal at Sakae Sushi? 

Fortune Salmon Yee Sang 

Success (2-3 pax) RM29.98

Money (6-8 pax) RM56.98

Add On Options : 

Salmon Sashimi RM12.99

Chuka Hotate RM6.99

Chuka Kurage RM6.99

Chuka Mekabu RM4.99

Salmon Sashimi RM12.99
Luscious and thick slices of fresh airflown salmon.

Chuka Kurage RM6.99

Taking a break from the traditional Yee Sang dish, this tantalizing Japanese-inspired Yee Sang served with a variety of authentic Japanese ingredients such as seasoned jellyfish, mekabu seaweed, Japanese cucumber, sesame and more truly impressed me. What's more when it's topped with a unique and appetising citrus-infused sauce, perfectly complement with the freshest ingredients to bring out the flavours of Yee Sang. One of the best Yee Sang I've had especially when we add on more Salmon and Jellyfish!

Happiness Treasures (6 pax & more) RM98
Specially handcrafted by Sakae's master chefs featuring Sakae's all time favourite sushi selections such as Hana Maki, California Hoso Maki, Salmon Sushi, Tamago Sushi, Soft Shell Crab Maki, Kani Salad Inari, Mini Ebi Tempura Sushi, Kappa Maki and Kani Maki.
Available for Happiness Treasure Combo that includes Money Yee Sang.

Golden Abundance RM49.90
Lavish platter for more prosperous consists of five must-try golden offerings like Soft Shell Crab, Mini Ebi Tempura, Itoyoridai Katsu, Fried Hotate and Fried Kani served with a spicy mayonnaise.

Salmon Cheese Roll RM16.99
The savoury goodness of delectable rolls with salmon, crabstick, Japanese omelette and Japanese cucumber topped off with cheese and spicy mayo.

Dragon Roll RM15.99
Maki creation of crisp and succulent golden tempura prawn layered with fresh avocado slices and shrimp roe. One of my favourite and must order every time I visit Sakae.

Salmon Mentaiyaki RM18.99
Perfectly grilled salmon with cod fish roe. Superb!

Hotate Mentaiyaki (2 pcs) RM10.99
Love the succulent half shell scallops grilled with cod fish roe.

Salmon Kabuto Nabe RM19.99
For soup lovers, try this hearty Japanese-style hotpot with succulent salmon head, assorted mushroom and vegetables in flavoursome broth.

Karinto Manjyu & Ice Cream RM11.99

Traditional Japanese deep-fried bun with red bean paste filling come with a scoop of creamy green tea ice cream. 

In conjunction with the Year of the Monkey, Sakae is pleased to introduce their limited edition adorable plush toys - Fortune Rong Rong which symbolises prosperity while Lucky Mon Mon means full of happiness.

With the all-new Prosperity Giveaway, diners will receive a special reward with just a minimum purchase of RM80. This includes exclusive and attractively designed Sakae Limited Edition Angpows, RM8 prosperity voucher and a Prosperity Gift Card. Some of the prizes include a set of limited edition, Fortune Rong Rong & Lucky Mon Mon plush toys or free foods vouchers or Sakae cash vouchers.

Last but not least, don't forget to participate in the Pose for Prosperity contest from 18 January till 29 February 2016. Just snap a creative pose with the 'Toss to Prosperity' Yee Sang standee located in front of Sakae Sushi outlets, upload it to comment section of Sakae Sushi Malaysia's Facebook contest post and the most creative photo stands a chance to win attractive cash prizes and more.

Special thanks to everyone for accommodating my signature pose. :p Let's usher in the Year of the Monkey with amazing food discoveries, attractive rewards and auspicious toasts for a celebration of abundance like no other at Sakae Sushi! So fresh.... so oishi.... :D

Sakae Sushi

LG225, Lower Ground Promenade,

1 Utama Shopping Centre,

No. 1, Lebuh Bandar Utama,

47800 Petaling Jaya,

Selangor.

Tel: +603-7732 9628

Website : www.sakaesushi.com.my/

Facebook : www.facebook.com/sakaesushi/

Colours Of Spring @ Zuan Yuan, One World Hotel

Usher in the Year of the Monkey on a symbolic note at Zuan Yuan Chinese Restaurant with a feast of fortune and toss your way to prosperity with Chef Michael's four varieties of Yee Sang. Yee Sang is usually the first dish on any menu for the season as it plays a fundamental part, symbolising the wishes and hopes for the New Year.

Caesar Salad with Salmon & Grated Parmesan Cheese

The tasty Yee Sang is available from January 1 until February 27 for dine-in or take away. 

Yee Sang with Abalone and Snow Pear RM100.00 (Half portion) RM200.00 (Full portion)

Yee Sang with Salmon and Sweet Turnip RM86.00 (Half portion) RM172.00 (Full portion)

Caesar Salad with Salmon & Grated Parmesan Cheese RM85.00 (Half portion) RM170.00 (Full portion)

Yee Sang with Bird's Nest and Sweet Turnip RM70.00 (Half portion) RM130.00 (Full portion)

The simple yet tasty colourful Chinese salad is a refreshing change of the customary Yee Sang. 

Braised Shark's Fin Soup with Sea Treasures
Lip-smacking piping hot soup with premium ingredients.

Roasted Chicken and Duck Platter served with Marinated Jelly Fish
I prefer the aromatic and tender roasted duck over chicken.

Steamed Golden Star Garoupa with Pickle, Chili and Garlic
Succulent fish steamed to perfection.

Wok Fried Tiger Prawns with Vietnamese Five Spiced Powder
Juicy and fragrant prawn fried crispy.

Braised Sliced Abalone, Mushroom, Sea Moss and Bean Curd and Garden Greens

The highlight auspicious dishes of the evening, braised till extremely flavourful.

Steamed Rice with Yam, Preserved Assorted Meat and Chicken Sausages in Lotus Leaf
Fragrant and fluffy rice generously laden with tasty preserved meats and sausages.

Chilled Sea Coconut with Peach Gum, Lotus Seeds, Snow Lotus Seeds and Red Dates

Deep Fried 'Nian Gao' with Banana Cream

Must have for the Lunar New Year, a timeless favourite.

*Please note that the above dishes do not come in a set.

Set menus are priced at RM1738.00 nett, RM1980.00 nett and RM2210.00 nett for a table of ten with two complimentary bottles of wine.

Zuan Yuan remains open on the eve of Lunar New Year and throughout the festive period. For more information or reservations enquiries, please call 03-7681 1159 or email zuanyuan@oneoworldhotel.com.my

Business hours :
Lunch 12.00pm to 2.30pm
Dinner 6.00pm to 10.30pm

Facebook : www.facebook.com/pages/Zuan-Yuan-Chinese-Restaurant1World-Hotel/