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Was skeptical at first because I feel that it is impossible to have such good deal one. Half price for everything leh..

The T&C which I read over and over again, yet I am not confident that I can buy as many vouchers and redeem them all in one receipt. So, I called LivingSocial first. The operator was not confident herself and answered me saying that “multiple vouchers can be used”. That’s so cheat leh.. Just reading straight from the T&C. Still unconvinced, I called the restaurant itself and confirm. True enough, unlimited number of voucher redeemable for food, only food.

You can click here for the menu.

I studied the menu and planned ahead on what I would order and bought 10 vouchers which came up to RM200 for dining value of RM400. Since beverages are not entitled for this redemption, I checked on the wine and figured I might as well bring my own wine, that way, I’m assured that I’ll be dining on a piece of steak paired with good wine. Found out the corkage fee was RM50! T__T Nevermind lah.. At least I didn’t have to pay RM120+GST+Service Tax for something I might regret having.

Made a date with my Mum and reminded her to bring along a dinner dress. Called the restaurant to make a reservation for 2 on Saturday.

Then, it hit me. What about the parking!

Aiyah.. Don’t care laa.. Sure got tambi there charge expensive parking or just pay for the valet lah. Just go and enjoy the dinner.

When we reached, there were no parking at all as the restaurant is located in the middle of the shop lot and there were no open space nearby for parking. When asked about the parking, we were told/suggested to park the car on the walkway o.O!! My small car can go up ah?? Was so worried my car would ninja turtle (fall and turnover like a turtle on its shell). But I made it lah..

The Ril’s Steakhouse signage is actually The Warehouse and it is located along Jalan Tun H S Lee. It’s not difficult to spot the place. Take a left turn after the Petaling Street market entrance and drive along the road until you see the restaurant.

The ground floor of The Warehouse is cafe and art gallery. You will find portraits, photography shots and paintings on the wall. Not only that, the chairs and tables are one of a kind as well. The top floor is where the restaurant is at. Looking at the stairs, it is not advisable to wear mini skirts or short dresses, unless you’re fine about showing the world your bottom assets.

This is a bar located at the top which purpose is for guests to chill out while waiting to be seated.

We were seated on this table. Requested to sit by the windows but we were informed that the air-cond was not functioning well. Hence, we were seated here where it is cooler.

When we looked up, we saw the zinc roof. It’s no wonder that it was so hot in the restaurant as there were no ceiling. Thus, with the roof absorbing all the heat from the afternoon plus the not-functioning-well air-cond, it’s no wonder we were sweating like hogs while dining.

We had homemade bun with butter spread of 4 kinds, pepper and salt. Apparently, these condiments were also used for the other courses but we asked them to take it away because the table is too small.

The tiny table.

Lobster Bisque @ RM28

For starters, I ordered a Lobster Bisque and Ril’s Tiga Rasa Scallops to share. The Lobster Bisque is quite sad and salty. It barely has a tad lobster taste. There’s no lobster bits, but there are carrots bits inside. When Mum drank the soup, she asked if it is carrot soup. Go figure.

Ril’s Tiga Rasa Scallops @ RM28

Ril’s Tiga Rasa Scallops on the other hand was surprisingly good and it is highly recommended. The starter comes with signature seared scallops served in three unique ways, moving from sweet to sour to salty.

Sweet, sour and salty seared scallops

Iceberg Wedges @ RM24

Since we’re going to dig into heavy (300g) of red meats, we ordered Iceberg Wedges to balance off our meal. Just to not feel so guilty afterwards. The “classic steakhouse salad was served with rich blue cheese dressing” as stated in the menu was actually quite a cheat one as the salad we had, the dressing was diluted, most probably the rich blue cheese dressing got mixed up with the water coming out from the iceberg lettuce when it is not properly dry out before serving. Just saying.

Double-baked Potato Royale (classic/truffled) @ RM16/20

The steaks are served just the meat alone and it’s better to order some sides to go with. We had the Double-baked Potato Royale with my choice of Truffled. This is highly recommended and also if you’re dining in 2, one side is more than enough. The potatoes were perfectly done. When cut half, you will noticed the center of the potatoes were roughly smashed and mixed with their special ingredients which I suspect is sour cream and parsley, and then placed back into the “potato jacket” to bake with cheese on top.

So yummy!

Wagyu Rib-Eye @ RM168

The Wagyu Rib-Eye was a RIP-OFF. This thin slab of Wagyu was overdone. The texture was dry and rough and we didn’t enjoy it. It was a sad case. Was looking forward to it but ended up chewing disappointment.

Fillet Mignon @ RM98

The Fillet Mignon on the other hand was the saviour for dinner. It was perfectly cooked and was beyond our expectation! Fillet Mignon is said to be the best cut for steaks because of its tender and melt in the mouth texture. Although it was not the easy to cut using fork, but it was juicy, tender and simply lovely.

*heaven sings* Each take on this thick juicy red meat and a sip of my Bordeaux is like orgasm in the making in my mouth. *flowers blooming out from ears*

All steaks come with  Ril’s roasted garlic jus and a choice of either French or English mustard. I prefer mine without any sauces.

Picha taken with Samsung Galaxy S4 using the “Beauty” camera mode. Turned out I look soft and fluffy :3

Grand Vin de Bordeaux Chateau Lartigaut 2009

Brought along a bottle of red wine to go with our steak. The Grand Vin de Bordeaux Chateau Lartigaut 2009 was a perfect pair as it contains cabernet sauvignon which is said to be the best pair to go with any red meat, especially wagyu beef. I’m glad to have bought this at a very very reasonable price during the wine warehouse sales, topped up with the corkage fee and yet still didn’t feel expensive.

Overall, dinner experience was not that disastrous despite having to dine in the heat and the not so satisfing Wagyu. I enjoyed the Fillet Mignon, Double Baked potato and my wine. I don’t mind coming back again just for the Fillet Mignon and someone has bought a number of vouchers for it. Heehee..

If you would love to give it a try at Ril’s, currently, the cash vouchers is still available for purchase here. Better hurry and purchase as time is running out!

Ril’s Steakhouse @ The Warehouse
Jalan Tun H S Lee
198, Jalan Tun H S Lee, Kuala Lumpur, 50000

Tel: +603 2022 0528

Website: http://www.thewarehouse.com.my/

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As mentioned earlier, MALIQA has a story theme.

There was once a beautiful and talented Queen from a far exotic land, whom by no fault of her own was forced into exile in a country called Malaysia. Forced to flee from her opulent palace, the Queen had only time to whisk a few suites of her furniture, Parisian couture, prized cookbooks and her most loyal kitchen staff.

Dreaming of the past fabulous parties and royal palace majlis, where our Queen had personally supervised on every menu and down to the last detail, she longed to re-live the gastronomic experience that the royal kitchen had produced. Determined to share this with the world, the Queen proceeded to assemble a restaurant called Maliqa – a cosy establishment offering exotic Mediterranean and North Asian cuisine employing secret recipes meant to arouse love and a quiet fulfillment.

Hence the tagline “Soul Food Fit For a King” was coined, as what we serve at Maliqa are indeed cuisine for Kings and Queens…

And here in MALIQA, you will be dining like Prince of Persia, or Princess. A step into MALIQA is like stepping into a different world. As you find the surroundings are decorated and filled with Turkish, Persian and royalty elements.

Souvenirs handmade from Istanbul

I’d like to say dining in MALIQA like a boss, but here you dine like a King.

The seating area at the first floor

View from top floor

They had weddings, banquets, gatherings held here and comfortably could accommodate approximately 50 persons at one session.

This was made into an aisle where the bride walks towards her groom. *inserts wedding entrance music*

Looking at the decorations and furnitures does make you wonder where on earth did they source for them. Especially the mirrors! Syed has his ways in pulling off the look in MALIQA. Truth to be told, one of the co-owners of the place won first in The Apartment!

Grape vine garden style

I don’t normally post up pictures of toilet, but when I do, it’s because I just want to share this.

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Food here is Halal and handled by Muslims, so, Muslim friends can dine here rest assured.

Ayran

As a welcoming drink, we were served with Ayran is a type of Turkish cold drink made of yoghurt and honey. It is a type of yoghurt drink which is very tasty and refreshing. It tasted like those commercial yoghurt drink but tastes better and more concentrated. This is not found in the menu, but you can try requesting for it. It is freshly made upon order.

Pirincli Yoghurt & Corbasi @ RM12.90

Spicy Seafood Soup @ RM10.90

Dinner kickstart with MALIQA’s soup specialties. We had Pirincli Yoghurt and Corbasi and Spicy Seafood Soup. I enjoyed the Pirincli Yoghurt and Corbasi soup. The soup is made of mixed chicken soup cooking with yogurt and rice. It is my first time having a yoghurt based soup and it is refreshingly good and love the tangy end taste from yoghurt. As for the Spicy Seafood Soup, it is a combination of spicy seafood soup and tomato base, and I find it a little bland for my liking but enjoyed the fresh seafood in it.

Funghi Fritta Fried Mushroom @ RM13.90

Bruschetta Beef @ RM10.90

For starters, we had a fair share of Funghi Fritta Fried Mushroom and Bruschetta Beef. The Funghi Fritta Fried Mushroom which is lightly battered and deep fried is served with MALIQA’s special homemade tartar sauce which is incredibly great to dip with. The Bruschetta Beef is a nice tapas to start off before the main course, with beef bacon topped with mushroom and melted mozzarella cheese.

Pizza Andalusia @ RM23.90

Here, in MALIQA, they serve quite a variety of pizza (choice of 15, price ranging from RM15.90 to 36.90). The Pizza Andalusia consists of Margheritta topped with beef pepperoni, green pepper, black olives and fresh mushroom. A balance mixture of meat and veggies. Crispy crust and generous toppings.

Moussaka

Moussaka is an eggplant based dish and it is a popular Mediterranean dish, somewhat similiar to a Lasagna. The moussaka is made of layers of eggplant baked with ground beef and mozzarella cheese. A recommended dish for sharing, also a must have here in MALIQA.

Risotto Salmon @ RM20.90

The Risotto Salmon is an Italian rice cooked with fresh salmon, chilies and tomato sauce. A simple yet delicious dish.

Lamb Shank @ RM39.90

The Lamb Shank is cooked with fresh vegetables in tomato cream soup and served with rice. A dish on its own. The meat is fall off the bone tender and has a strong lamb smell. To those who loves lambish dish, this is recommended.

Maliqa House Steak @ RM46.90

Another interesting dish from the menu is Maliqa House Steak, where the beef steak is served with cheese, mushroom with homemade sauce and poached veggies and potatoes.

Dessert of the day @ RM7.90 – Yogurt Panna Cotta

Tiramisu Cake @ RM8.90

Apple Crumble @ RM8.90

As for the desserts, the dessert of the day was Yogurt Panna Cotta and I enjoyed very much. Accompanied with Tiramisu Cake which I find it a bit hard as the middle content was still frozen and the Apple Crumble was perfect, served warm with a scoop of vanilla ice-cream.

Apart from the ala carte menu, MALIQA is having lunch set promo which ranges from RM9.90 to RM38.90. The lunch sets comes with soup of the day, choice of main course and drinks. I’m looking forward to try their lunch set with my colleagues as my office is not too far away.

Maliqa Mediterranean Restaurant
No 49, Jalan Medan Setia 1,
Plaza Damansara,
50490 Damasara Heights, KL
Tel: +603 2095 0002

Business Hours
Mon – Sun: 11.00 am – 3.00 pm, 6.00 pm – 10.30pm

Website: http://www.maliqa.my
Facebook: Maliqa Mediterranean Restaurant

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Taking place in SPICE Penang (formerly known as PISA), H-Artistry is bringing a fantastic mix of artists from around the world to perform on the Global Art of Mixing stage, together with the signature Hennessy V.S.O.P long drinks: Hennessy Apple, Hennessy Berry, Hennessy Ginger and Hennessy Soda. Party goers will also be treated to H-Artistry’s trademark party atmosphere, with SPICE Penang transformed into a huge, VIP club for one night only.

What? H-Artistry The Global Art of Mixing 2013

Where? SPICE Penang (Formerly known as PISA)

When? 25 May 2013 (Saturday) 7 pm onwards

In order to win a pair of invites to H-Artistry, answer the following questions:

1. Describe your ideal night out to share some signature Hennessy V.S.O.P long drinks with your party friends.
2. Who are the three headliners who will be performing at the upcoming H-Artistry party at SPICE Penang?

Be sure to Like Dine with Annna and Hennessy Malaysia.

Send your answers along with your full name, IC and contact number to theannna@gmail.com by 21st May 2013 (11:59 pm) with the subject “PrizeGiveAway: H-Artistry The Global Art of Mixing Penang”. The most creative and correct answers will win a pair of invites to this Premium Super-Club Experience at H-Artistry Penang 2013! Each pair of invite entitles entry to H-Artistry for 2 persons. Winners will be announced at Dine with Annna on 22nd May 2013.

**H-Artistry is open to those above 18 years of age and non-Muslims only.

Pickle & Fig is located on Jalan Tun Mohd Fuad 2 (same row as McDonald’s, situated somewhere in the middle of the shop lots). During the day would be quite a challenge to find a parking, but it is conveniently available in front of the cafe during the night. I find the place a nice place to hangout for a yumcha session with friends/buddies. Not only for the panini, but the ambiance and decor is simply New Yorkish. Very comfy as well!

View from outside.

The outdoor seatings.

Very very environmental friendly as most of the furnitures were made of recycled materials. See it for yourself and drop by to experience it.

Here at the outdoor seatings, the wall is handwrittenly scribbled by the customers.

The title on the wall is “Before I die..” and continued with patrons’ wishes on what they’ll do or what needs to be fulfilled before they die. It’s interesting to just sit there and read all of it.

The indoor

Special tailor made furnitures, made of recycled materials. Very creative and comfy at the same time!

There’s a huge long table inside which could easily occupy at least 20 persons at one seating! Suitable for big group gathering or meeting.

There are cards and boardgames which you could loan to pass time while enjoying your meal or drinks.

Pickle & Fig has simple and straight forward menu on this huge blackboard by the wall. Beverages range from RM 6 to RM13, meanwhile food ranges from RM8 to RM19. ***

Mocha @ RM9

Cafe Latte @ RM8

I’m a coffee drinker, but not a pro coffee drinker who can tell the type of beans used in an espresso. But I can tell you if a Latte is good or bad. Here in Pickle & Fig, the latte although not done by a professional barista is equally good.

Raw sugar

Avocado Dates @ RM13 and Bananalicks @ RM11

As mentioned earlier, Pickle & Fig specialises in smoothies and they have a great range of really good and healthy smoothies. We had a try on their best seller, Avocado Dates which is made of avocado, dates, milk and yoghurt. This smoothies tasted very unique and simply too healthy for me. LOL

Mango Mint @ RM9

The Mango Mint (Mango, Mint Leaf, Banana and Pineapple) and Bananalicks (Horlicks, Banana, Milk and Yoghurt) on the other hand has got more likes from me because I like mango and banana flavours.

Blue Healer @ RM10 and Goji Me @ RM12

Blue Healer (Blueberry, Blackberry, Banana and Apple) didn’t turn out blue as per say, but they’re truly berries and fruity – sweet and tangy. Goji Me is another best seller here and it is made of strawberry, goji, apple, pineapple and yoghurt. I’d say this is one fusion smoothies.

All the smoothies were great and very concentrated, ingredients used are fresh and no flavourings and sugar were added. So, you get a healthy glass of thick, concentrated goodness. I find these smoothies too healthy for me. Give me latte anytime

Fresh Orange Juice @ RM8

For those who are less adventurous, try their freshly squeezed fruit juice (choice of Apple, Orange or Pineapple). The fruit juice are made of fresh fruits and no water and sugar are added! Super concentrated!

Marrakesh Mint @ RM8 & Chamomile Dreams @ RM9

If you prefer tea, they have a great range of Gryphon Artisan Tea to choose from.

Pickle & Fig has an extensive handwritten menu on the huge blackboard and really, reading the menu makes you want to try everything there is on the board!

Nachos @ RM12

Our meal kick start with a plate of Nachos – round tortilla chips, melted cheddar, sliced black olives, jalapeno slices and salso roja. The portion is average and perfect for sharing or just as a snack on its on with drinks.

Onion & Cheddar Soup @ RM8

There’s only one soup to choose from the menu and it is spanish onion with melted cheddar cheese served with baguette slices. The soup is simple and hearty. Taste of delicate sweeten spanish onion and nicely seasoned without having to add more pepper when served.

Avocado Mixed Greens with Raspberry Vinaigrette @ RM13

For salad, I was thinking of having the Baby Potatoes (RM10) but then the Avocado Mixed Greens with Raspberry Vinaigrette caught my attention and we decided to have that instead. The salad comes with sliced avocado, fresh crispy mesclun salad (a salad mix of assorted small, young salad leaves), toasted almonds and raspberry vinaigrette. This is my first time tasting a raspberry based vinaigrette and I liked it.

All dressings, sauces and dips in Pickle & Fig are house-made. So homey! Love them all and simply yummy to dip our wedges in.

Smoked Salmon & Cream Cheese Sandwich @ RM19

The Smoked Salmon & Cream Cheese Sandwich is made of smoked salmon, capers, chives cream cheese, lemon tarragon mayo, mixed greens on Focaccia (flat oven-baked Italian bread).

Coronation Chicken Sandwich @ RM15

The Coronation Chicken Sandwich consists of sliced chicken breast, caramelised onion, raisins, coronation sauce, alfalfa sprout on Ciabatta (Italian white bread).

This is one of my favourite sandwich here. Sweet tender chicken slices and the coronation sauce goes well hand in hand and I really like this whole combination of having alfalfa sprout as not many deli uses it in sandwiches.

Mouthful of wholesome goodness!

Rotkraut Pastrami @ RM19

The Rotkraut Pastrami comes with beef pastrami, rotkraut, mozzarella, Russian dressing and infused oil on wholemeal bread.

Hoisin Chicken & Grilled zucchini on white bread @ RM16

For the hot pressed panini, you can choose your preferred bread between wholemeal or white bread. I’d recommend wholemeal as it is tastier and healthier All the hot pressed panini and cold gourmet sandwiches are served with triple cooked wedges. The wedges are nicer than the usual you get outside.

During our visit here, we were introduced with their new item, Fish & Chips, which is yet to be released in the menu as they are still in the experimenting process. We gave them our feedback and looking forward to seeing the Fish & Chips on the board soon. The batter used for the fish was perfect and I love the tartare and avocado sauce. Can’t wait to try it again!

Business Hours
Sunday – Thursday: 10am – 11pm
Friday – Saturday: 10am – 12am

Pickle and Fig
26, Jalan Tun Mohd Fuad 2,
Taman Tun Dr Ismail,
Kuala Lumpur

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Last year, the first H-Artistry for the year 2012 was held in Penang as well and I had the opportunity to participate in it, you can read about it here.

I’m looking forward to yet another great H-Artistry party for this year 2013. This time round, I’m sure the H-Artistry party would be even better, fun-filled and of course with partying with my favourite mix of Hennessy Berry :3, not forgetting an elevated experience revolving around H-Artistry’s trademark offering: an unmatched, super-clubbing experience featuring a sensational mix of sight, sound and taste.

Stepping into its sixth year running since 2008, H-Artistry will be elevating the premier super-club experience to next-level proportions this May. The event will feature a never-before-seen set up, unlike any previous H-Artistry events, with the party starting as soon as revelers step into the enclave. This year’s no-frills super-club experience will be bolstered by the staple Hennessy Mixing Bars, which will serve the four trailblazers of all H-Artistry events – the signature Hennessy V.S.O.P long drinks: Hennessy Apple, Hennessy Berry, Hennessy Ginger and Hennessy Soda.

Check out the line-up for this first installment of H-Artistry which is set to treat Penang revelers to a stellar mix of music styles and genres all through the night. H-Artistry will also feature two solid sets of pumping dance music, which will be administered respectively by one of Kuala Lumpur’s most promising indie/electronic acts, as well as an Australian DJ who is no stranger to stages of international dance music festivals.

24HERBS (???) – HIP HOP – HONG KONG

24HERBS (???) is a six piece collective of dynamic and progressive individuals, who make up one of the edgiest and most energetic hip hop groups of recent times in Chinese entertainment. 24HERBS (???) released their first, self-titled album in 2008, with a hit single “Respect Tou PK” that made radio chart shows and propelled the group into winning a Hong Kong Annual Commercial Radio award in 2008. The album featured collaborations with various artists such as Sammi Cheng and Chermaine Fong. Their collaboration with Sammi Cheng entitled “Forgiveness” was recognized at the Hong Kong Digital Media Awards.

ANDY MURPHY – ELECTRONICA – AUSTRALIA

From the Australia, brings you Andy Murphy whom is one of the most prolific young DJs, constantly touring the world and making appearances in clubs, events and international dance music festivals, such as Stereosonic, Future Music Festival, Summadayze, Fall Festival and Creamfields, among many others.

His talent has also taken him to Miami, New York and Los Angeles where he played at Steve Aoki’s infamous Dim Mak. Most recently, Andy Murphy also graced the Global Art of Mixing stage in Taiwan last year, where he played at H-Artistry and collaborated with Korean-Canadian artist G.NA to deliver a show-stopping performance.

NICOLE CHEN – DANCE – SINGAPORE

Someone who is near that makes it our neigbouring country, one of the most prominent DJ personatlites in that island at the moment with her energetic and electrifying up-tempo electro-house / dirty-dutch sets. She is also the former Miss Earth Singapore 2007. Not only that, as her outstanding talent and ear for music has taken her around the world to play at festivals, VIP events, clubs and openings. With heavy weight hitter in music industry, she also gets a chance to show her skills in some of the opening act with international  names which include Steve Aoki, Benny Benassi, Felix the Housecat and more.

Access to H-Artistry is by invite only. Party goers will be able to obtain passes from the H-Artistry Ambassadors stationed at selected entertainment outlets by participating in the ongoing Hennessy V.S.O.P bottle promotions. Every bottle of Hennessy V.S.O.P purchased will come with two (2) invites to H-Artistry, while a purchase of two (2) bottles will come with five (5) tickets.

Participating Outlets:

Cuvee @ Precinct 10 – Jalan Tanjung Tokong, Tanjung Tokong, Penang.

Nueve @ Precinct 10 – Jalan Tanjung Tokong, Tanjung Tokong, Penang.

Soho @ Precinct 10 – Jalan Tanjung Tokong, Tanjung Tokong, Penang.

M2 @ Penang Times Square – B2, Entertainment City, Penang Times Square, 10150 Penang

SOJU ROOM @ Penang Times Square – B2, Entertainment City, Penang Times Square, 10150 Penang

ROOM @ Autocity – Juru Autocity, Jalan Perusahaan, Highway Auto-city, Perai Penang

Invites can only be obtained from the H-Artistry Ambassadors stationed at participating outlets at specific times, so be sure to check out the full scheduling details, as well as updates on the upcoming H-Artistry event by visiting www.h-artistry.com.my.

I’m a new fan at NOSH. Love their desserts, every single one of them.

Nosh is located along Jalan Telawi 3 (same row as Alexis) and easily spotted especially with its bright orange signboard. It’s too hard to miss it XD Nosh has just turned six months old and since its establishment, it has been packed with dessert lovers. How not when each desserts are ensured to be at top notch.

You’ll never get bored of Nosh and here’s why..

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Every month, Nosh comes up with different menu and promotions. They have monthly menu for both savories and special desserts of the month. For May, we get to taste Nosh’s 3 out of 4 special savories which will be available until 31st May 2013.

I simply love the salad. Perfectly cooked potatoes topped with fresh crispy greens and smoked salmon with light and tangy dressing. A pleasant starter. This plate of salad is as good as a meal on its own as the portion is pretty huge and recommended for sharing for 2 to 3 persons.

Pumpkin & Smoked Chicken Risotto @ RM38

I’m not quite a fan of risotto and thanks to Nosh, I’m now a Risotto convert. It was so good, I wished to have it for breakfast everyday.

The Pumpkin and Smoked Chicken Risotto was perfect and the flavours were just right, naturally sweeten from the pumpkin and paired well with smoked chicken. The reason why I love this Risotto is the delicious combination of ingredients used and also because I don’t feel jelak eating it till the very last risotto.

Lamb Gnocchi @ RM38

The Lamb Gnocchi smells absolutely great! Mind you, the lamb ragu contains red wine and served with Nosh’s very own gourmet sweet potato gnocchi. The lamb does not only smells good but tastes good as well with its tender yet succulent lamb cubes and soft chewy gnocchi.

YUMMEH!!

A very filling dish.

As I mentioned earlier, Nosh’s menu changes monthly and because this month marks the 6th monthsary for Nosh, they’re extending their desserts menu for May till June 2013. Also in celebration of Mother’s Day and Father’s Day, indulge Nosh’s delectable dessert platters of 10 to choose from:

Choice between any of these two desserts RM19
Choice between any of these three desserts RM29
Choice between any of these four desserts RM39
Choice between any of these five desserts RM43

Earl Grey Crème Brulee

The Earl Grey Creme Brulee is by far one of the best crème brulee I’ve ever tasted. The crème brulee made with distinctive flavours and aromas from the bergamot orange of the earl grey tea, made with the signature caramelised sugar crust, topped with a cornel of whipped crème chantilly and a dark chocolate cigar.

The sweet silky crème brulee infused with earl grey tea is not only for the mouth but also the nose. Fell in love with the aromatic earl grey tea that gives the crème brulee a new flavour and each scoop just made you want more of it. Despite the strong earl grey tea aroma, there’s simply no worries about the bitter end taste as the tea flavour is delicate (tea taste not too strong).

Crème Au Chocolat

The Creme Au Chocolat is made of baked chocolate cream is topped with a unique fruit of the forest mousse and served with a delicate nutty tuile. A perfect match of bittersweet chocolate and tangy fruity mouse.

Coconut Panna Cotta

Looking for something like a tropical sensations that sing in your mouth, try the Coconut Panna Cotta – a fusion creamy delight of coconut cream served with pandan infused palm sugar, topped with a crunchy tuile.

a tropical sensations that sing in your mouth

Black Forest Pavlova (contains alcohol)

My favourite among all ten dessert has to be the Black Forest Pavlova. The crispy chocolate meringue is lusciously topped with a rich indulgent chocolate mousse, dark cherries soaked in kirsch (alcohol) and fresh strawberries, served with drops of zingy raspberry coulis. This is the most perfect pavlova I’ve ever tasted and longing for more!

Gimme more!

Not only an eye candy. I love how beautiful this is presented and that you get this combination of rich chocolate yet not too sweet at the same time.

Sweet Potato Azuki Gateaux

The Sweet Potato Azuki Gateaux is a Japanese inspired dessert. The delicate green tea flavoured chiffon sponge cake filled with generous sweet potato mousse and rich azuki red beans is unique and to those who are not familiar with such combination would find this dessert weird. However, this dessert has won many hearts for its unique flavours and it is suitable for those who prefer less sweet desserts. This is something new and simply delicious.

Chocolat Orange (contains alcohol)

The Chocolat Orange is a must for chocolate lovers for its rich chocolate cake filled with Grand Marnier flavored chocolate mousse, glazed with dark chocolate and paired with a citrusy orange reduction. This is a sinful indulgence!

Strawberry Cheesecake

Strawberry Cheesecake is NOSH’s signature creamy decadent cheesecake made with French cream cheese, topped with fresh strawberries pistachio nuts, placed on raspberry coulis swirl.

Lemon Peach Tart

A deconstructed take on a tart! The base is made of buttery crumble, while the topping is made of crunchy ginger filo pastry with a light dusting of ground cinnamon. The filling, is none other than succulent cubes of sweet peaches coated with zingy lemon curd.

Walnut Tiramisu (contains alcohol)

At first glance, the Walnut Tiramisu looked like two scoops of ice-cream but actually it’s a deconstructed Tiramisu. It is made of rich chocolate sponge soaked in espresso and fine port wine, and complimented with luscious creamy mascarpone, caramelized walnuts and a generous dusting of dark cocoa powder.

Apple Cinnamon Cake

The Apple Cinnamon Cake is a delicately cinnamon flavoured apple butter cake, served warm with NOSH’s gourmet vanilla bean ice-cream and topped with sliced almonds on a bed of warm crème anglaise and a drizzle of butterscotch sauce.

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Latte & Trinity Chocolate

Cakes are best to go with hot beverages, and my take would be NOSH’s Trinity Chocolate which is simply divine! Rich chocolate babeh! Latte on the other hand is just okay (after tasting the hot choc), but seriously, ask for the Trinity Chocolate.

Oh did I mentioned about their homemade ice-cream? Also must haves! Their Green Tea ice-cream is one of the richest and kawest (strongest) green tea flavoured I’ve ever tasted (even beat that super sweet Haagen Daz green tea ice-cream).

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NOSH is having great promotions for this May 2013 and I’m not going to tell you what they are (except this one promo which I think one should not miss out, NOSH on the Quick @ RM15), so best for you to check it out at NOSH’s Facebook page for more info!

NOSH
No. 7 Jalan Telawi 3,
Bangsar Baru,
59100 Kuala Lumpur.
Tel: +603 2201 3548
Email: enquires@nosh.my
Website: http://nosh.my/

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Samsung Galaxy S4 Roadshows

The roadshow began from Sunway Pyramid and continued to the next location at Mid Valley before proceeding to Berjaya Times Square. Their final stop was at Plaza Low Yat main entrance. The roadshows mark the official launch of the device.

After the official launch of the new Galaxy S series, we head over to Samsung outlet to hands on the device.

Samsung Galaxy S4 is said to be the best-in-class of Galaxy S. The device was designed to make life richer, simpler and fuller and created with the understanding of what matters most in people’s life. The Galaxy S4 is developed to redefine the way people live and maximise their fullfilment.

Specification

• Display – 5-inch Full HD Super AMOLED (1920 x 1080), 441ppi
• Processor – LTE (1.9 GHz Quad); 3G (1.6 GHz Octacore, 1.6 GHz Quad + 1.2 GHz Quad)
• Bearer

• 2.5G (GSM/GPRS/EDGE): 850/900/1800/1900 MHz;
• 3G(HSPA + 42Mbps): 850/900/1900/2100 MHz;
• 4G (LTE 100/50Mbps): 1800/2600 MHz

• Memory – 16GB User memory + microSD slot (up to 64GB), 2GB RAM
• Camera/Flash

• Main (Rear): 13 Megapizel Auto Focus camera with Flash & Zero Shutter Lag, BIS
• Sub (Front): 2 Megapixel camera, BIS Full HD recording @30fps with Zero Shutter Lag

• Wireless Connectivity – WIFI a/b/g/n/ac HT80, BT v4.0 LE, NFC
• GPS – GPS/GLONASS
• Dimension, Weight – 136.6 x 69.8 x 7.9mm, 130g
• Battery – 2,600 mAh
• OS/Upgrade – Android 4.2.2 (Jelly Bean)
• Messaging & SNS - ChatON
• LBS - Google Maps
• PC Application – Samsung Kies, Kies Air
• Other Services & Applications

• Group Play, Samsung Smart Scroll, Samsung Smart Pause, Air Gesture, Air View
• S Travel (Trip Advisor), S Voice(TM) Drive, S Health
• Samsung Hub, Samsung WatchON
• Samsung Adapt Display, Samsung Adapt Sound
• Safety Assistance, Samsung KNOX

• UI/Web Browser – Android + Samsung / Android Browser / Chrome Browser (GMS)
• Audio – MP3, AMR-NB/WB, AAC/AAC+/eAAC+, WMA, OGG, FLAC, AC-3, apt-X
• Video

• Codec: MPEG4, H.264, H.263, DivX, DivX3.11, VC-1, VP8, WMV7/8, Sorenson Spark
• Recording & Playback: Full HD (1080p)

Reading the specification gives me headache.

The best part about having to hands on the new Samsung Galaxy S4 at Samsung store is that the device was set to Tutorial page whereby we get to learn more about the new features of the device rather than just blindly fiddling it. After the tutorial, here are the 3 main features I like most in Samsung Galaxy S4:

#1   Samsung Smart Pause/Smart Scroll

I’m really impressed with the new feature called Samsung Smart Pause and Smart Scroll whereby the device senses when you look away from the device and also automatically scrolls up and down website, emails and even Facebook, pausing and resuming videos! Super cool, don’t need to worry about having fingerprints all over the screen. Hehehehe…

#2   Dual Camera

The Dual Camera feature allows you to simultaneously shoot with its 13-megapixel rear and 2-megapixel front cameras. You know what it’s like to try to camwhore with the front camera, trying to get everyone into the frame altogether with you. This capture both front and rear view at the same time!

An example of the outcome is this:

Now you can place yourself in a group photo while shooting it or showing off  your surroundings while being on a video call.

#3   S Health

Today, many are conscious with their health and Samsung took note on that and brought in this feature called S Health. With this app, you can track your workouts, daily intake and weight, and monitor your blood pressure, and blood glucose levels with the app. I like how I would be able to keep track of my daily meal intake and monitoring the amount of calories at the same time. This would assist in controlling me from overstuffing myself with all the great Nasi Lemak we have in town. Plus, the workouts tracking would work as a motivation to workout more just to hit the target set. With this feature, I’m sure to improve the quality of my life

Apart from these 3 features, there are other features as well (refer the Specifications above) which made Samsung Galaxy S4 not only a powerful smartphone but also ensure the user the best mobile experience.

The new Samsung Galaxy S4 is selling at RM 2,199 and available in White at the moment. Hop over to the nearest Samsung stores near you to check it out! Or “Like” Samsung Mobile Malaysia‘s Facebook page for the latest updates and promotions.

There are also attractive packages with the local telco, check with your preferred telco to find out more.

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Nothing like a hotpot on a cold wet rainy day..

A group of 10 of us went to try out Restoran Xiao Lao Wang, a newly opened hotpot restaurant in Sungai Buloh.

It is located in a prominent area just opposite SRJK (C) Sungai Buloh.

A different type of steamboat when compared to others. Instead of using the stainless steal bowl with a pipe in the center, here you get a big hotpot using huge clay pot.

Dinner crowd filling in the restaurant and in no time, the whole restaurant is packed!

Since the opening, the restaurant has been packed with the locals and some had to share tables with the smaller groups (since they don’t mind). Good thing we had a table reserved for us.

Seated right at the center of the restaurant is the sauce counter where patrons help themselves in mixing their own choice of sauces to go with their food or to add in some flavourings to their soup.

Spring onions, shredded ginger, corriander, mashed white carrot, chopped cili padi, special garlic sauce and XO mushroom sauce.

Sauces

From light soya sauce, to chili sauce, to shallot oil to sesame oil. Macam-macam sos ada.

Tips for sauce concoction

In order to enjoy hotpot at the optimum level, Xiao Lao Wang also place 2 types of sauce recipe for patrons to try. For those who are taste adventurous, can try mixing their own version….which most of us did.

Ended up having so many, TOO many sauce concoctions on the table which took up most of the space for the ingredients to cook later. LOL

Xiao Lao Wang has a very user friendly menu where each item comes a picture so that patrons know what to expect. If still unsure of what to have with the number of people in a group, always ask for assistance and recommendations. We on the other hand, ordered almost everything there is in the menu. Hee..

Veggies

It’s compulsory to have veggies to keep our meal balanced. Here we have fresh lotus, cabbage, green veggie and variety of mushrooms.

Xiao Lao Wang’s homemade pastes are recommended, choice of prawn, fish and chicken.

Balls

Some other homemade balls such as pork, beef, chicken, mushroom pork, celery pork, sotong pork and sotong. These homemade balls are recommended to try as I find them much Q and less flour than those mass produced balls.

Deep Fried Goodies

Also available in the menu are the fried items such as fried dumplings, fu chuk, salmon head and luncheon meat (YES, PORK LUNCHEON). All these are ready to be eaten.

Let’s head over to the meat as this is the most important ingredient in every hotpot.

Smoked Duck

I like the smoked duck!

Bacon Wrapped Enoki Mushroom

Beef Slices

Thinly sliced beef is just so yummy here! Dip in the hotpot for few seconds to get that tender juicy and succulent red meat. *droools*

Pork Slices

They have other fresh meat as well, such as chicken and lamb. But we skipped those as we just want to fill up our tank with just PORK….

Pig’s Stomach

… and Pork INNARDS!

Sliced pig’s liver and kidney

And also, not forgetting fresh seafood. The ideal ingredients which adds sweetness into the soup.

Fresh Tiger Prawns

Crabs

Scallops

Squids

The hotpot comes with 2 types of soup base; Pork Bones, Pig Stomach, Chicken and Salmon Fish Head with Tomatoes.

Both the soups are actually from the same broth and only added with the ingredients as when ordered. So, the flavours only kicks in when the soup boils. So, gather all the ingredients and adds them into the pot to enhance the flavours and sweetness of the soup!

What we also did was, we added some condiments such as light soy sauce, radish, shallot oil and ginger to fine tune our pot of soup. heehee..

Double liver and smoked duck rice

Hong Kong Double Sausage Claypot rice

Hotpot aside, Xiao Lao Wang also serves their specialty of Claypot rice. So, you get a variety of soup and rice at the same time also to cater those who just want to join the meal but opt out from hotpot can enjoy their choice of claypot.

Xiao Lao Wang Hotpot
PT 11 Jalan Perkhidmatan
Kampung Baru Sg Buloh
Selangor

Tel: +603 6140 2595

Facebook : XiaoLaoWang

Yama & J is located above Starbucks in Jaya One.

Chef Yama

This is Chef Yama, the executive Chef here at Yama & J. Chef Yama has more then 25 years experience in New York, USA, and recently came back to share his experience and concept to Malaysian eatery and his specialties are sauces. He has been featured in more than 10 newspapers and magazines, and has worked extensively with numerous Iron Chefs.

Sushi Buffet Boat Table

Yama & J Fusion Sushi Buffet is available for both lunch and dinner. Let’s talk about money at the end of the post, for now, enjoy the pictures of what Yama & J Fusion Sushi Buffet has to offer…

At on end of the boat you will find condiments such as wasabi, soy sauce, spicy sauce and Chef Yama’s special sauces.

A hill of pickled ginger!

Udon to go with the Miso soup

Wakame (raw seaweed) Salad

Kimchi

Chuka Idako

Mussels to go with pleasant sambal dippings

Right at the center of the boat, there’s a tier level of Mango Desserts, Edamame (soybean) and Deep Fried Salmon Head.

Mango Dessert

Edamame

Deep Fried Salmon Head

For a Sushi Buffet Boat, there are simply too many types of Sushi to savour at one time!

Inari sushi

Unagi Nigiri Sushi

California Maki

 Special California Maki

Eat all you can Nigiri

Succulent fresh Sashimi

One of my favourite, fresh juicy raw prawns!

Fresh Oysters

What you just saw are all on the buffet boat and they may vary in items depending on the season of the ingredients and availability.

As if there are not enough sushi and sashimi from the sushi boat, the buffet includes Sushi from the ala carte menu! These sushi are more special and fusion based. These fusion sushi comes with Chef Yama’s special sauces, whereas the sushi from the boat are served separately from the sauces and you could dip with the special sauces at your own choice.

Red Dragon Roll: Spicy tuna and cucumber roll, topped with Big-Eye Tuna & Chef’s signature spicy ponzu garlic sauce

Baked Salmon Roll: Snowcrab, cream cheese & asparagus on top with baked salmon, served with Chef’s signature sauce

Japanese Lasagna: Snow crab meat mix with avocado inside; topped with a baked layer of cream cheese and chef signature sauce.

Happy Sumo Roll: Shrimp tempura, cream cheese & snow crab, deep-fried potato strip topped with Chef’s signature yuzu, homemade eel sauce & strawberry sauce, served in a martini glass

Art of Maki: Salmon, avocado, crabmeat wrapped with tuna & served with Chef’s signature yuzu sauce

Mango Waikiki Roll: Fresh salmon, avocado topped with mango & red tobikko & Chef’s signature mango sauce

Volcano Roll: Crabmeat mix, avocado & cucumber, topped with spicy tuna, spicy salmon mango with Chef’s signature sauce

Any dish can be made with plain, medium and hot spicy upon request and can be diet dish, except fried dishers.

For dessert, help yourself with ice cream of various flavours!

Simply love the green tea ice cream :3

How much is Yama & J Fusion Sushi Buffet?

Lunch buffet: RM48++ per pax (promo 40% offers ends 19th May 2013).

Buffet Dinner: RM 68 ++ RM 88++ Free Flow beer 2 hours (last call for food 9.45pm) (free flow beer offers from the time you start dinning at any time of arrival)

If you worry to overstuff yourself with all the sushi above, you can order them from their A La Carte menu and there are also special lunch sets available.

Yama & J Fusion Buffet
M-6-1 Palm Square
Jaya One
Jalan University
46200 Petaling Jaya

Tel: +603 7931 7372/+6016 381 8896

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