Village Park Restaurant @ SS21, Damansara Utama

Introduction:

Village Park Restaurant, an old fashioned restaurant featuring 1Malaysia Nasi Lemak menu owned by a Chinese couple.

Ambiance:

Simple wooden tables and benches arranged in a manner one table near to another in the restaurant. And to accommodate the crowd, canopies were set up outside the restaurant with fold up tables and plastic chairs.

Village Park Restaurant @ SS21, Damansara Utama

Food & Beverages:

Village Park restaurant serves nasi lemak (coconut fragrant rice) that features 1Malaysia menu. Famous for it's extremely fluffy rice texture with rich coconut aroma and that the 1Malaysia menu consist a variety of Malay, Chinese and Indian dishes to complete the Malaysian culinary mosaic.

Besides Nasi Lemak, the restaurant serves authentic Malay and Nyonya kuih as well as our local favorite drinks- kopi peng (ice), teh ice and etc.

Nasi Lemak with aromatic fried chicken, sambal kerang (chili paste with cockles) with slightly sweetish yet overpoweringly spicy sambal @ RM 11.70

And the other one is with fried chicken, fried fish with onions and sambal @ RM 13.50

Price for fried chicken is at RM 5.20/ piece as included in the total above.

Best to go with- A glass of Teh Ais (Iced Milk Tea)! @ RM 2.90 per glass

Wrap up:

Limited parking space and then, a little over priced plus a little crowded too! But then again, the crowd itself speaks for the restaurant. And, be there early if you want to savor their hot selling kuih!



Address:

Village Park Restaurant
No 5, Jalan SS21/37
Damansara Utama
47400 Petaling Jaya
Selangor Malaysia

Tel: +603 7710 7860


Operating hours:

Weekdays: 7.00 am- 7.00 pm
Weekends: 6.30 am- 6.00 pm


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Malones Irish Restaurant & Bar @ Suria KLCC

Introduction:

Established since 2009, Malones, an Irish themed bar located at Suria KLCC isn’t any different but plays the current characteristic of gastropub trend.

Ambiance:

Malones Irish Restaurant and Bar's settings is rather solid and macho with its warm colour scheme of green, brown and maroon that blends in its décor that mixes contemporary elements like marble top bar, barrel tables and wooden tables with high chairs.

It also offers big screens for sports fans, pool table inside next to the stage and live band performances on Friday nights or weekends.

Malones Irish Restaurant & Bar @ Suria KLCC

Food & Beverages:

Malones Irish Restaurant & Bar serves a delightful menu of pork free authentic Irish specialties by their own Chef's creation and a variety of menu classics such as Fish and Chips, succulent burgers and snacks.

They serve wide range of imported beers including Strongbow, Guinness, Kilkenny and Paulaner as well as a wide range of spirits- whiskey & cocktails, soft drinks and coffee too.

Mustard Baked Chicken @ RM 26.90
Half chicken marinated with whole grain mustard and whisky served with green peas and sauteed potatoes

Beer Fish & Chips @ RM23.90
A generous piece of dory fillet dipped in beer batter and golden fried to perfection served with fries and tartar sauce.



Cream chicken mushroom pasta @ RM 24.90
A "classic" and earthy creamy pasta served with chicken fillet and mushroom.

Kilkenny @ RM 18.50
Do I need to describe more? Chill.....

Wrap up:

It may not be a place for the best Irish cuisine but food was good. After all, with its boozing atmosphere, Malones is definitely a cool bar for a quick pint after work or a get together with friends. A place to be for some good old-fashioned Irish food and of course drinks to chill.

Address:

Malones @Suria KLCC
Lot G48 Ground Floor Suria KLCC
(Next to The Apartment)
Jalan Ampang, 50088 Kuala Lumpur

Website:

http://www.malones.my/


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TME: The Meat Experts @ Hartamas Shopping Centre, Plaza Damas

Introduction:

The Meat Experts "TME", the name of the restaurant shouts for itself, a perfect place for meat lovers. Founded by David Chong, TME is located at ground floor in Sri Hatamas Shopping Center since 2009.

Ambiance:

Casual dining environment with minimal decor and the table arrangements are quite close, hence it is not so spacious.

TME: The Meat Experts @ Hartamas Shopping Centre, Plaza Damas

Food & Beverages:

TME serves a variety of delicious meat dishes ranging from pork, beef and lambs and also mouth watering pastas, pies, burgers and sandwiches.

Other than these, the restaurant serves Lavazza coffee and a selection of wine as well.

The Organic Breakfast Platter @ RM 26.90

Served with two smoked ham, two uncured bacon, pork breakfast sausage, scramble egg or sunny side up, baked bean, toasted bread. Thumbs up!

TME Big Bite @ RM 19.90

Served with garden green, ham, bacon, egg, tomato, coleslaw and french fries.

Coffee comes with The Organic Breakfast Platter, side ordered cafe latte @ RM 7.00 per cup and the selection of wine are as in the fridge.

Wrap up:

A pleasant brunch! TME doubtlessly serves delicious and fresh meat dishes. Moreover, TME supplies bountiful of salamis, obscenely huge spicy-looking chorizos, hams, bacons, many other types of sausages, etc. The restaurant also organizes parties and corporate catering as well.

Address:

The Meat Experts
G-15-16, Ground Floor,
Hartamas Shopping Centre
Plaza Damas,
60, Jalan Sri Hartamas 1 ,
50480 Kuala Lumpur


Website:

http://www.themeatexperts.com/


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Lushia's Food Blog- TME: The Meat Experts @ Hartamas Shopping Centre, Plaza Damas

Overtime @ The Scott Garden, Old Klang Road

Introduction:

An excitement to the heart of KL since 2009. OVERTIME, an entertainment outlet that offers a place to wind down, sit back and relax with a beer or two while enjoying relaxing instrumental music and live band performances.

Ambiance:

Cozy and comfortable with casual yet stylish settings- barrel tables with high chairs and also spacious alfresco chill out area.

Overtime @ The Scott Garden, Old Klang Road

Food & Beverages:

Overtime is known for its very own FRESH STARKER beer. Besides STARKER Beer, OVERTIME is also known for its signature dish -pork knuckles and roasted pork.

Crispy Pork Knuckle @ RM 52.00
Marinated crispy fried Pork knuckle served with awesome chilli sauce.

Crunchy Pork
Rubbed with fresh spices, this roast is loaded with flavour and basted with pan juice

Pan Fried Fish
Pan fried red snapper served with side salad and french fries topped with black pepper/ mushroom sauce.

12 pm to 3 pm. Lunch set comes with drinks ( coffee or tea) and fruits.
Ayam Masak Kunyit @ RM 11.90 Braised Tom Yam Chicken RM 11.90

CHEERS!!!

Starker Beer- Buy One Free One! Open- 7.00 p.m.

Wrap up:

OVERTIME, a perfect entertainment outlet to chill out for happy hours or during weekends. It offers a large menu option with dishes from local to western and also their unique beer infused dishes- Pork Knuckles- that complements their exclusive Starker beer.

Address:

OVERTIME LG-05 & 06,

The Scott Garden Complex
289 Jalan Klang Lama,
Old Klang Road ,
58100 Kuala Lumpur

Website:

http://my.overtime.asia/

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Senju Tei Japanese Restaurant @ Taman Melaka Raya, Malacca

Remember my previous post- Sushi Boat, which I mentioned the second restaurant is coming up by Elaine and partner? Let's welcome Senju Tei! A contemporary Japanese set up that will mesmerize Sushi fans!!

And we were here for mom's birthday celebration!

Senju Tei Japanese Restaurant @ Taman Melaka Raya, Malacca

A fairly simple open restaurant with tables and chairs and few tatami rooms for different configurations of diners.

Matsu Sashimi @ RM 88.00

A Japanese dish consisting of very thin bite-size slices of fresh raw fish, traditionally served with soy sauce and wasabi.The word "sashimi" is commonly misinterpreted as slices of raw fish but the real meaning of the word is actually "pierced body". A word derive from the culinary practice of sticking the fish's tail and fin to the slices in identifying the fish being eaten.

Senju Tei serves extremely fresh sashimi- tuna, salmon, white tuna, white fish, sweet shrimp, squid and conch. Love the elegant arrangement and the refreshing taste of the sashimi!

Ebi Motoyaki @ RM 40.00
Perfectly grilled shrimp topped with cheese and served with papaya

Foie Grass @RM 40.00
Great tasting, fine quality foie grass!



Kamo (Duck)@ RM 25.00- Must try!
Yakitori @ RM 17.50

Well marinated and grilled to perfection!



Salmon white sauce sushi @ RM 8.00
Salmon skin maki @ RM 20.00



Grilled Fish@ RM30.00
Nasu Miso Itame @ RM 12.00

Senju Tei's extensive menu outdoes most other Japanese restaurant in Malacca. Service was excellent and price was reasonable compared with other similar outlets of the same standard.

Senju Tei's saving grace is the food which is fresh, wholesome and with flashes of inspiration. Try it and you would probably keep returning for more!

Thanks Elaine for the warm hospitality and the complimentary sorbet and sake!


Address:

Senju Tei Japanese Restaurant
No4&4A,
Jalan Melaka Raya 8,
Taman Melaka Raya,
75000 Melaka.

Tel: 0178863686

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


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Mochi Sweets @ The Gardens, Mid Valley City

Mochi rice cakes are sweet Asian deserts originated from Japan. The rice cake made of glutinous rice pounded into paste and then moulded into round shape. It is a traditional dessert usually sold and eaten during the Japanese New Year.

Its popularity has quickly spread throughout Asia and that it is now a common dessert that can be easily spotted in supermarkets. But, to have fresh and toothsome Mochi, Mochi Sweets is absolutely a good one to go for.

Mochi Sweets Japanese Luxury Deli @ The Gardens, Mid Valley City



12 flavors set @ RM 40.00

Peach cream, caramel macchiato, purple potato, red bean, green tea, strawberry, sakura, mango yoghurt, blueberry cream, chestnut cream, black chocolate and cream chocolate.

6 Top selling flavors set @ RM 21.00

Green tea, red bean, cream chocolate, mango yoghurt, blueberry cream & chestnut cream

Per mochi @ RM 3.50 - RM 4.00 (depending on the fillings)

Enjoy the soft and chewy Mochi texture and the creamy and yummy fillings. Mochi by Mochi Sweets certainly makes a perfect sweet ending after a meal. It can also be presented as a gift to your family and friends.

Address:

• The Gardens Mall (Lot S-K01, 2nd Floor)
• Tokyo Street @ Pavilion (Lot No. P6.15.00, Level 6)

Website:

http://www.mochisweets.com.hk/eng_index.html


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Lushia's Food Blog- Mochi Sweets @ The Gardens, Mid Valley City

Hassan Mee Rebus @ Padang Temu, Malacca (Melaka)

One of the favorite places for lunch of yesteryear. A famous shop located at the roadside that serves delicious Mee Rebus.

Hassan Mee Rebus @ Padang Temu, Malacca

The business has been going on for 40 years or more, starting with a tricycle stall in the 70's and then moved to the current location in the 90's. The crowd has been gradually growing over the years. Be there early else savor no more!

Mee Rebus @ RM 3.00 per plate

Mee Rebus literally means boiled noodles, is a popular dish in Indonesia, Malaysia and Singapore. The yellow noodles are served with spicy, sweet curry gravy prepared with dried shrimps. Gravy extremely tasty!

Among Malaccans, Hassan's Mee Rebus is already well known. And if you are not a Malaccan, you probably might be interested! Check it out!

Address:

Hassan Mee Rebus
Padang Temu (by the road)


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Paddington House of Pancake @ The Gardens, Mid Valley City

Pancakes prepared from a batter can turn out to be exciting too. You will be surprised! Introducing Paddington House of Pancake P-HOP, which presents exciting menu with variety of pancakes.

Alabama @ RM 18.50

Creamy grilled chicken with caramelized apples on mashed potatoes pancakes. Felt just right as well balanced as the subtle sweetness of the creamy sauce.

Stockholm @ RM 18.50

PHOP oven baked pancake with stripped chicken bacon, mozzarella and pineapple cubes.

Gourmet pancakes selection-Grilled lamb @ RM 18.50
Grilled lamb shoulder served with mashed potatoes

Continental Pancakes- Grilled chicken @ RM 15.50
Grilled chicken slices, tomatoes, pineapple, mushrooms topped with mozzarella and BBQ sauce and crepes

Mini Dollar sundae @ RM 6.50
Strawberry and peach with orange marmalade and nuts topped with vanilla ice cream.

Paddington House of Pancakes affectionately known as P-HOP serves more than 100 types of traditional pancakes and also Paddington's perfect recipe signature pancakes. P-HOP, a pancake house that offers hearty, healthy, unique and wholesome meals.

A stimulating, exhilarating, greedy and most of all a happy experience here.
A bonus- Pancakes are flipped only upon your order. Served straight from the pan to your plate!

P-HOP's quote:
Pancakes maybe simple food but P-HOP flips them with great passion and makes them the best they can be!

Address:

The Gardens
Lot LG-216, Lower Ground Floor,
The Gardens, Mid Valley City,
Lingkaran Syed Putra,
59200 Kuala Lumpur
Tel / Fax : 03 2287 4872

Other Outlets:

The Curve
Unit 142 & 143, 1st Floor,
The Curve, 6 Jalan PJU 7/3,
Mutiara Damansara,
47800 Petaling Jaya
Tel / Fax : 03 7726 2382

1 Utama Shopping Centre
G363, Ground Floor Rainforest,
Bandar Utama Damansara
47800 Petaling Jaya
Tel / Fax : 03 7722 3206

Queensbay Mall
1F-102, 1F-103 & 1F-108,
1st Floor, Quensbay Mall,
100 Persiaran Bayan Indah,
11900 Bayan Lepas, Penang
Tel / Fax : 04 644 9910


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Lushia's Food Blog- Paddington House of Pancake @ The Gardens, Mid Valley City