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Pizzeria Dihyang @ Jalan Yap Ah Shak, KL

by Taufulou 11/09/2020

While heading to Tapestry for coffee, then at the turning of the corner saw this new shop Pizzeria Dihyang at Jalan Yap Ah Shak, KL seems to be pretty good. Decided to try them out.

While walking in without any expectation in this slightly luxury interior for a pizza place. While walking in, you are greeting by the friendly manager and I observe there are 4 working floor staff. Immedinately knows that this place won’t be cheap.

Only then now I found out as I write this post, as they are grounded authentically in Naples’ art of pizzaiuolo in sourthern Italy. I believe is a place run by a couple who is the owner as the maker of the pizza, helm at the pizza making station.

Chosen this place also because of its pizza pit that I am suspecting using wood fire, which I am correct.

Of course a pizza dining experience in this ambience must pair with wine or beer. They do have Italian beer series Menabrea Italia.

Each pizza is handcrafted by the chef himself which does not come in a proper round mould, that defines as art upon serving.

A pizza that I ordered and could not recap back the name. As they are using bar code scanning digital menu. The Pizza I ordered is about RM 85- RM 90 if I remember correctly.

It is a thin dough pizza. Soft, not the usual crips you enjoy. Ingredient used is alright.

Summary its more like a Fine dine pizza place for me. Maybe worth to give it a shot once? As on that day of my dining, there are a lot of ex-pats in there.

It is not bad, just that the price to pay for a pizza is slightly above my budget.

*Non-Halal

-= Ka Ching =-

Food Rating 6/10, love it!!!~not bad, pricing is on the expensive side-Stamped-

–Warning– This is based on my individual taste. Try it at your own risk-

Location:
Pizzeria Dihyang
14G, Jalan Yap Ah Shak,
Chow Kit, 50300 Kuala Lumpur

Operating Hours: Tuesday to Sunday : 6pm – 11pm

Tel: 010-211 1398

11/09/2020 1 comment

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Collins Sake and wine bar @ TTDI, KL

by Taufulou 03/09/2020

written by Taufulou

One of my favorite private hidden wine bar Private Room at TTDI had now change to Collins Sake and wine bar. A slight chance of concept to iron out their new route towards Japanese. Some good selection of Japanese Gin and Sake you can find in here with many of the Japanese Gin I have not seen before. Of course, you can still pick your selection of wine at the rack.

Still the same as you need to find this blue door, to head up to their secret hideout.

Ding dong and there will be some one to lead you in.

Menu is pretty direct.

Jeng jeng jeng, here are some of the Japanese Gin that you can pick for your order.

for a start, we start off with Sake mix.

If you are hunry, they got local infusion of bar snacks and their pricing is very reasonable. For snacks I would be recommending:

any of their Roast Pork Series as it is pretty good.
Squid
Signature Mezasoba for mains

Penang Lor Bak @ RM 15

Baby Octopus with Thai chili Sauce @ RM 12

Collins Beef Burger @ RM 15

Chicken Karage @ RM 14

Garlicky Spicy Siew Yuk @ RM 18

Grill Saba fish @ RM 20

Deep Fried Nam Yu Fried Pork Belly @ RM 14

Japanese Fried Gyoza (6pcs) @ RM 16

Collins Signature Mezasoba @ RM 25

Siew Yuk Ramen @ RM 18

Grilled Lamb Chop @ RM 30

They classic Japanese Gin is quite awesome. IF you love variety of Japanese Gin in PJ area, they options are pretty alright. For ladies, you would definitely love the Sakurao Japanse Dry Gin or Yuzu Gin. These two are so easy to drink that the effect will knock you off direct. Both have its own fragrant.

My personal favourite is this among the 3 we have tried. Okinawa Gin is in deed a classic yet unique. A flavour that not many will enjoy as it is quite strong and pungent after taste. A bit woody end. This is like drinking Isle whisky which is on the oaky side.

03/09/2020 1 comment

Bangsar Desert Food Fusion K.L Local Food Location Pork Free

New item at Upperhouse Kitchen & Dessert Bar @ Bangsar

by Taufulou 02/07/2020

written by Taufulou

There are alot creative juice flow during MCO period. Chef now do have times to do some experimenting. The chef at Upperhouse Kitchen & Dessert Bar at Bangsar had come out with a few creative dishes to entice our healthy palate.

I am pretty sure some of you are experiencing food like me. Suddenly why this dish taste so good. Cause we have been eating healthy during MCO. (not sure bout the rest of you, but I am definitely one of them)

Now this RMCO period for Malaysians, I believe many of you have already start your cafe hopping and dining outside. I am definitely one of them.

Lets start off with fried chicken. This is Sriracha Fried Chicken @ RM 20 : Buttermilk Fried Chicken, Sriracha Aioli

This platter is actually rather interesting. With the “tepi longkang leaves” being decorated on the top do give it an aesthetic look it needed.

Bao Basket (Fried) serve in 5pcs Assorted @ RM 35 : Buttermilk Chicken, Prawn Katsu & Fish Tempura

Kimchi Cheese Croissant @ RM 26: Kimchi omelette, chicken sausage, mozzarella, mushroom ragout, feta, crispy shallots, coriander

Among all the dishes, I find this dish is the most interesting of all. Or the one that suits my palate. Chef is quite generous with ingredients that makes it look like huge croissant.

Taste is pretty spot on, yet unique that have its own taste feature. Freshness of parsley do give it a slight much crips yet sour bitter after taste as you bite on the buttery bread. Very interesting. It is a dish that worth to order to check it out. Remember to squeeze on the lime.

Not adventurous yet want to have something classic? Their Pink Tropical Smoothie @ RM 18 is very healthy. After I did the croissant, I finish nearly the whole bowl of this. So refreshing. Filled with Dragon Fruit, papaya, Greek yogurt, granola, coconut flakes, nata de coco, caramel

Salmon Benedict @ RM 30 :Hash Brown, smoked salmon, summer salad, sweet potato mash, butter bok choy, poached eggs, hollandaise

Panna Cotta – RM 23 : Yakult panna cotta, coconut, granola, elderflower, watermelon, tropical fruits, strawberry banana ice cream

Apple Pie Toast @ RM 18 : Brioche, puff pastry, apple jam, caramelized apple, vanilla ice cream

Upperhouse is indeed well known for their dessert and they are now exploring more into brunch items.

Location:
Upperhouse Kitchen & Dessert Bar
27-A Jalan Telawi 3,
Bangsar, Kuala Lumpur.
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Operating hours:
Mon – Thu, Sun (except Wed), 11am – 10pm
Fri & Sat, 11am – 11:30pm

Tel: 011-2872 0083

02/07/2020 0 comment

Food Fusion Golden Triangle K.L Local Food Location Pork Free Western Food

Envi Skydining @ Menara TA One

by Taufulou 05/06/2020

written by Taufulou

How often have you guys start dining out. ? Me quite often, whenever there is opportunity. Envi Skydining at Menara TA One or just right opposite KLCC had open its door back to public dining with careful social distancing among diners. Best of all, it is a place where you can dine in and enjoy your dinner at affordable price while enjoying the mighty tower Petronas Twin Tower, KLCC.

On that day we reach, it was raining. If not, we will be choosing to dine outside.

A restaurant with spacious dining area.

Starting our dinner in style, with a glass of champagne.

Cream Cheese with Pear & Walnut @ RM24 of 4 pieces – personally like this as it is quite unique.
Spicy Eggplant Bruschetta @ RM 20 of 4 pieces
Creamy Mushrooms @ RM 20 of 4 pieces

Smoked Duck Breast Pizza @ RM 40 is like paper thin base. Simple and nice.

Something to serve you in style is this Linguine Seafood in foil @ RM70. A portion that is filled with mussels, clams, and prawns.

Black Angus Rib Eye @ RM 150 for 220gm. One of my favourite dish of the night. Cook to perfection and it is a pretty good cut. Done to medium rare and dip with chef special sauce.

Tortino, molten chocolate brownie served with vanilla ice cream is a perfect ending. The chocolate lava just ooze out and the coldness of vanilla ice cream blends very well with the bitterness of the chocolate. @ RM 30 i

Pineapple Fried Rice @ RM13.90 per set (lunch set)

For peeps who works around the area and wanted to have better ambiance without burning a hole for your lunch,hey serve some incredible valued lunch sets from RM13.80 per set, it includes complimentary iced lemon tea, local coffee or tea.

They have these local favourites, from Cantonese Fried Noodles, Penang Fried Kuey Teow, Hokkien Fried Noodles to the Pineapple Fried Rice which we tried that evening.

Walk further behind, you will reach their bar section. Another new discovery of bar in KL.

Envi Skydining’s restaurant section can be booked for private functions such as product launches, press conferences, corporate dinners, weddings, and even grand birthday celebrations. Depending on the layout, the restaurant section alone can seat up to 200 pax.

This is where you will want to be. Just to sit and chill to enjoy the surroundings. A perfect bar for tourist to visit in KL.

Location:
Envi Skydining
Level 36 (Rooftop), Menara TA One
22, Jalan P. Ramlee, 50250 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Tel : 6019-771 7170
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/enviskydining

Business Hours :
Mon – Fri 12 noon – 3 p.m. (lunch) ;
Mon – Sun 6 p.m. – 11 p.m. (dinner) ;
the club opens till late on weekends

05/06/2020 0 comment

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Joy Lok Club Sunday Brunch @ Four Points by Sheraton Kuala Lumpur, Chinatown

by Taufulou 15/03/2020

written by Taufulou

If there’s one club the whole family will want to be part of, it’s the Joy Lok Club Sunday Brunch happening at Four Points by Sheraton Kuala Lumpur, Chinatown. Gathering the area best food and culture forming it into this classic place.

Held at Quan’s Kitchen, the hotel’s all-day dining restaurant, Joy Lok Club promises traditional Chinatown favorites and Western influences that diners know and love. Featuring heritage fusion fare inspired by a myriad of Malaysian cultures—from the signature Joy Lok Club station that mimics the well-loved street side lok lok experience to the Portugis Ikan Bakar and Wok Fried Hokkien Mee—this Sunday brunch buffet session brings the richness of the Malaysian foodscape into a single setting. Adding to the table rotation is a heartwarming Western line-up of Braised Boeuf de Bourguignon, Roasted Leg of Lamb and a ChocoLok fountain serving up delectable chocolate-bathed desserts, and more, which are sure to delight a party
of varying tastes

The higlight corner, pick your skewers and pass it to chef. There are 3 types of soup available and I took all.

sate kuah
Lontong
Laksa

Their Ice cream section is pretty good too. Do not miss out.

Best of all is this kopitiam corner. Get your toast, half boil egg and coffee to go.

This is how we do it for our Sunday brunch. Kaya Butter toast, with half boil egg, coffee and white wine.

Joy Lok Club Sunday Brunch Buffet is available at Quan’s Kitchen, Four Points by Sheraton Kuala Lumpur, Chinatown every Sunday starting 23 February 2020 for RM 118 nett. Book now and enjoy a limited time offer of RM 98 nett until 31st March. For unlimited red and white wine, beer, soft drinks and juice, add on RM 78 nett.

For enquires or reservations, call 03-2035-7333 or email [email protected]

15/03/2020 0 comment

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MiyagiSays @ Uptown Damansara

by Taufulou 19/02/2020

written by Taufulou

A new eatery had pop up in Uptown Damansara and this is the new MiyagiSays. I really do give me an impression of Karate Kid movie. Not only that, I personally felt that it is a nice place to hang out with friends too.

This new bar in Uptown Damansara do have its own twist in both the stories and also their food. They are serving Japanese Fusion food with a twist of local infusion. More like a Japanese Mamak style. Hence you can see some of the servings are like Mamak version. This Japanese Bar in PJ also serve pretty well known Highballs. It is actually soda with whisky. One of a famous streetfood or yakitori moment that a must have drink.

A place which is minimalist interior with raw finishing and their lvl 1 will blow you away.

Starting off with signature Miyagi Highballs. A refreshing drink that have a nice balance of flavour, bubbles that I like and with a slice of Lemon.

Onigiri Original – with a Nasi Lemak Twist in it. Serve with fried popiah base and seaweed sheet

Miyagi Potato Chips. Crispy that goes well with my highball and to dip along chef special sambal which is not too spicy yet fragrant. Just nice.

Sup Tulang Nabe is more like a combination of Bak Kut Teh but they make it into a twist of Japanese version. Love the soup which is slight pappery that give you a hint of heat at the end.

Maggi Ox Tongue

I quite like Miyagi Nga Pou Kai Fan. Using Japanese Soy Sauce and Chicken being grill first before adding on top. Can ask for extra soy sauce if you want it to get a little salty. Just nice as the flavour really does goes well with the highball.

If you want some snacks to bite then Bak Kwa Pork Belly is pretty good. Nicely glazed and grilled.

Butter milk Kai

Cream Cheese Kai Si Fatt is da bomb! A must order if you like Kai Si Fatt (Chicken Backside)

Egg bomb turns out to be better than expected. Potato and mash with perfectly cooked egg in the middle with a bed of salmon tartar.

Another 2 drinks we got is Henny Highball and Sake Highball. The uniqueness of their highball is the tap behind is being imported from Japan that gives it a unique kind of soda water.

After that we adjourn to upstairs with liveband on every weekend. A different kind of look whereby the bar is fitted with white titles and alot of neon corner which is perfect for picture taking. Best to come here around evening.

There are 2 different menu being served as mains are only available downstairs and only some snacks are available in Level 1.