Christmas tree & two cats
December 24, 2009 
Finally we have put up the Christmas tree last night, after weeks of delay. My FW was so reluctant to setup the Christmas tree this year as she afraid that our two precious will destroy the tree.
Two cats were curious to see the tree when they came back from having fun outside. They smell, touch, staring at it till they were sleepy.
When we woke up this morning, some of the trimmings were found underneath of the couch. Looks like they were having fun with the Christmas tree.
Furfur looks like licking the trimming while Oreo would just took it off from the tree.
I just realised that two cats’ fur are so glossy and shining, must because of the can food and whiskas crackers. Anyhow, they have make our Christmas be different this year. A merrier one.
Nyonya Colors @ The Gardens
December 23, 2009
Filed under Food
Tags: ABC, nasi kunyitm curry chicken, nyonya food, nyonya kuih, The Gardens
Again, I wish to reiterate that The Gardens is really a food paradise. A high class shopping mall that you can find all kind of food. You name it, they have it. All because of this, although we already had pur early dinner last night before going out, but we really cannot say no to the temptation of the food there. Honestly, if i had the stomach for it and the cash to endlessly try out all the delicacies in the building itself, you would see me posting a lot on food for a day.
The “kuih nyonya” displayed at the front counter all look mouth watering and if i could i would try all of it without thinking of being a sinner of “Glutony”. Eventually i took a few to give it a try, and me being the lover of all things nyonya, thanks to the spectacular show called “The Little Nyonya”, i just had try it.
The first sensation i had when i put the “kuih” into my mouth was, it is freshly made, not kept like most kuih you find in other small stalls or night market. Kuih Nyonya is different than malay kuih and it have the aroma, the exquisite taste, and the tradition mix into one well made dish.
Kuih Talam, Kuih Nyonya Sweet Potato, Kuih Talam Keladi, Kuih Talam Ubi, Kuih Bingka Ubi @ RM0.90 per piece
Not many choices are available for main course, but my FW choose to have Nasi Kunyit with Curry Chicken (RM8.90). Unlike any other nasi kunyit, the glutinous rice is cooked with white pepper to give it an extra fragrance, and is best accompanied by a bowl of chicken curry which the gravy is rich in taste.
As usual, we will always order ABC (RM3.80) for a sweet finale. Personally, I like this more than the one at Mark’s Assam Laksa which is way too sweet and the nutmeg which make it tastes odd instead.
By the way, we particularly like the very Nyonya style’s interior and decoration ie the old wooden stool, kam cheng. Sometimes if you pay some extra attention to the surrounding, you’ll find yourself enjoy the food more. But ignore all the waiter and waitress there who are Indonesian.
December 23, 2009 
Restoran Fortune Steamboat@ Kepong
I have been in KL for many years and yet, after coming over to Kepong for the first time ever in my life i never knew that i can stumble upon a place recommended by a friend whom i met during my CMPC . I have been to many such (All You Can Eat) Steamboat buffet and this place deserves a lot of credit. We were to have a gathering here with the rest of the other CMPC members and we followed the address given, honestly this place does not dissapoint.
The first thing that grab my attention was the location, never knew that the place called Kepong is not what i know it to be, i hear stories of it but you just have to be one of those people who just have to go there to find out. One of the place i want to mention today is the steamboat restaurant called “Restoran Fortune Steamboat ”. It is situated opposite Jusco Mall and behind the 2nd row of shop lots, and for many food lovers there are a lot, or may i say many food outlet at this location. Competition is tight and looking for the best or mediocre eating place is not an easy task, especially when advertisements are everywhere and nicely decorated restaurants usually attract the timid minded customers. From the outside this place looks plain, but do not let that fool you, that almost fooled me until we sat down and ordered.
There are many varieties of dishes to choose from, and it’s non-halal one. Meats and seafood are marinated with different seasoning to provide more selection. Seafood is very fresh, so my FW had finished almost 1/2 kg of prawns. Besides the normal steamboat, there is also a hot plate for bbq, which is rarely found in many other steamboat buffet restaurant.
After talking to the owner (something i never do in all my previous food blogs) he mentioned that he changes the menu every week. Meaning you will not get the samething twice whenever you come over for another bite. My friend Agnes and her husband, who are frequent customers said that only the main dishes are different, but they are not to sure of the ice cream. Also you can bring your own tea of you fancy it.
One thing good about this place is, you can eat and eat to your hearts content and when your tank is full. Go walk around Jusco, watch a movie or go buy groceries at Carefour nearby or the other way around. The only main drawback about this place is, you would need to drive as the only means of getting here is by using a bus.
You can also make reservation for it during the weekends and the business hours are between 5Pm – 11PM. Eat all you can for only RM18.80 per person.
Restoran Fortune Steamboat, 63-65, Jalan Metro Perdana Barat 2, Taman Usahawan Kepong.
My favourite food in town – I
December 18, 2009
Filed under Food
Tags: brickfields, changkat tong shin, curry laksa, Food, pork intestine porridge, porridge, restoran kam fatt, yong tau fu
Compare to many other young couples who are staying on their own in a big city, both of us are considered as one of the few who hardly eat out, even during work hours. We always bring our own food (a.k.a bento of love) to office, healthier and cheaper, not to mention it beats trying to line up or wait for your food to arrive while worrying that the time is about to end.
So whenever if we get to eat out, we must grab the opportunity to try something new or my favourite food, especially when I am craving for it.
Curry Laksa / Yong Tau Fu @ Brickfields
I don’t know why majority always relate Brickfields with Indian. I also used to be one of them, until I stepped into this area for the first time in my life sometime around mid of this year. Surprise, bunch of good Chinese food awaits. For instance, this curry laksa / yong tau fu at a coffee shop right opposite YMCA.
We used to be here every Sunday after going church and before my FW went for her Japanese language class. There are many good food stalls at this shop. I am a big fan of curry laksa but it isn’t the first dish that I tried out here because I never know how to order it., until my FW gave it a try.
Actually this stall is mainly selling Yong Tau Fu, however, you can choose to have it served with curry laksa, kueh teow, bihun or fish ball soup. I love this dish because the yong tau fu are really fresh and the taste of curry soup is just perfect, not too oily nor too much santan. Perfect for those who wants to take care of their weight, and me being a food critic the dish served is excellent.
Pork Intestine Porridge @ Changkat Tong Shin
This shop has been in Changkat Tong Shin for more than 40 years. My FW introduced this porridge to me two years back when I went to meet her for lunch and mostly now i take the opportunity to come over during her lunch break. Since then, this place has become one of our favourite lunch spots.
Early bird who is working at Bukit Bintang area may want to consider this place for their breakfast as it is open from morning till late lunch. Besides pork intestine porridge, their signature dishes also include curry laksa and assam laksa. So far I had only tried the earlier one which I must say that it is one of the best too.
This dish may looks very simple from the photo but it’s also a dish that is hardly seen elsewhere in KL. The porridge has been cooked for long hours for the fine yet smooth texture. Generous portion of crispy pork intestine is added in before served. It have an extremely sensual taste all because of the ingredients added to it, and for RM5 it is definitely a dish worth trying for the food lovers.
Part II to be continued soon, if I have a chance to go for my favourite food, provided my FW is lazy to cook.
Restoran Kam Fatt, Changkat Tong Shin
