It was a stress day over past few weeks as work changes, till I got this invitation for Cloudy Bay Seafood Tasting Trail got me all execited and pump up and of course I could not reject this invitation as it involves one of my favourite wine brand, Cloudy Bay. I rate it as one of the most generic brand that easy to drink and pair with many types of food, even to those who are not a wine drinker. Its an elegantly refined, fleshy yet focused and refreshing wine from the world renowned Marlborough region of New Zealand. This cultured Sauvignon Blanc has set an international benchmark with its vibrant aromatics, layers of pure fruit flavours and fine structure. Cloudy Bay Sauvignon Blanc 2013 is ranked amongst the top five in the Drinks International ‘Our World’s Most Admired Wine Brands 2013’ supplement. Cloudy Bay Sauvignon Blanc combines beautifully with fresh, light flavors making it the quintessential accompaniment for seafood.
As on the day itself, we were asked to meet at a selected meeting point then, we are all embarking on a MPV that kick start our seafood tasting journey.
Upon entering the MPV, we were all handed over a glass of Sauvignon Blanc to start off with first at the hour of 12pm. #likeaboss
We have a total of 4 stops for today food trail and all covering PJ area. Our first stop is this no sign board that you are very sure to miss out and look like a run down is this down to earth or hidden gem in Section 17 is this Bistro a TABLE.
As you walked upon their main entrance then only you realize its actually a restaurant.
and upon entering the door, you will be greeted with their achievement. Its something that this restaurant had made a mark to the culinary industry and most of their guest are spread thru word of mouth or regulars.
Seating in here is pretty limited and its best advise to make your reservations + a great place for any special occasions of celebration.
IF you are looking to impress some client with quite a good menu for lunch, here you go on their 3 course menu.
Star drink of the day is of course Cloudy Bay Sauvignon Blanc. Its best to drink at chilled factor as it does bring out the character of the wine compare if its not chill enough. Wine taste is filled with hint of passion fruit, lime, grapefruit with just the right amount of grassiness. Very easy to drink especially in the afternoon during hot weather/ chill with friends and love the slight sour end of the aroma after taste..
Dish that is being serve for the wine pairing is Seared Red Pearl with tobiko beurre blanc and salted cod paired with a glass of Cloudy Bay Sauvignon Blanc 2013 @ RM85++
Fish is done to perfection with gravy that is not too thick. Mild enough that the taste goes very well with the wine that did tone down the sourness of the wine and end with a sweet character. The most outstanding ingredient that cleverly done by the chef is salted cod fileld being roll into like a mini biscuit roll, filled with mild cream that able to bring fresh after taste of wine that make it linger of fruity end.
No wonder this outlet won several awards with passionate chef Isadora’s that is behind preparing all this amazing dish. A young and creative chef. .
Location:
Bistro A Table
6 Jalan 17/54, Seksyen 17, 46400 Petaling Jaya, Selangor
T. 03-7931 2831
Next stop which is located in Damansara area, a place with another hidden gem that known by many people. Ribs by Vintry? Nope. We are heading to a newly open outlet that just start operated for the past 2 months, yet starting to gains its regular in the area is pretty impressive.
The Point is a hidden restaurant and bar above Vintry Damansara and you are sure to love the ambiance of this place.
Simple, cozy and just a perfect place to chill after long hectic day at work.
Seafood Trio
1. Ginger cured kingfish, prawn remoulade
2. Citrus Salmon with cous cous and salted salted kelp
3. Seared Hokkaido scallops, cauliflower puree and chinese sausage crumbs
One glass with paired menu, RM71++
When it was first presented, it smells so good and the colour of it is just admiring. As we stare at the plate, we were thinking which direction should we eat first and ended up by eating from kingfish as it looks like and scallop at the end.
Kingfish was prepare in a sashimi style that freshness of the fish speaks nearly everything from sweetness follow by salmon were done with a mini bed of crumbs and green pea spread yet scallop was done to perfection. Did not over cook, and most unique is top with crispy chinese sausage bits that make it more interesting in taste as it brings the wine to more sour after end taste.
Another young chef. .
Surely will be back for drinks and dinner here.
The Point Bar & Dining Room
First & Second Floor,
No. 122, Jalan Kasah, Damansara Heights,
Bukit Damansara, Kuala Lumpur
Tel:. 03-2011-8008
5-10 minutes from the Point we reach this famous dining area, WIP in Bangsar Shopping Mall for :
Tofu & Octopus Salad or Unagi Fried Rice paired with a glass of Cloudy Bay Sauvignon Blanc 2013,@ RM70nett
Tofu & Octopus Salad or Unagi Fried Rice paired with a bottle of Cloudy Bay Sauvignon Blanc 2013, @ RM290nett
A glass of Cloudy Bay Sauvignon Blanc @ RM50nett
Next location is currently most famous night spot in PJ is The Roof and we went to The Signature.
Mussels Provencial (Moules Provence) sussel leaks and carrots cooked in white wine with tomota concasse with provencial herbs @ RM42++
Pan seared black cod fillet served with braised leek & fennel topped with tomato jam @ RM55++. Cod was nicely done that it was so perfect to be edible without any dressing. Tomato Jam added was abit weird but with only the cod and Claudy Bay, its a great inseparable pairing.
Location:
Signature @ The Roof
Sky level, 1 First Avenue, Bandar Utama,
47800 Petaling Jaya, Malaysia
T. +6016 229 1505
Last stop we head back to where we started is this first meet up location: Brasserie Enfin
Pan seared mackerel with beurre noisette of walnut and almond served with crispy roots paired with a glass of Cloudy Bay Sauvignon Blanc 2013, @ RM50++
A mastermind that create this dish that makes all the ingredient in it pairs with the wine that comes out nearly different of aftertaste. Almond and walnut that is mild salty that bring the fruity end for it and fresh mackerel brings out the sweetness of the wine. Follow by crispy roots lighten the sourness of the wine and made it easy to drink. Interesting.
Location:
Brasserie Enfin
Lot R-07, First Floor, Central Piazza, No. 2,
Jalan PJU 1A/ 7A, Oasis Square, Oasis Damansara
47301 Petaling Jaya, Malaysia
T. 03-7832 2969
At the end of the trail, I enjoy it so much as I have 2 tanker in my ground and get to meet this famous person Jacqueline Toyad, the Deputy Editor of the Edge. Its a great wine experience and of course a great company is a great bonus.
Check out their Facebook too: www.facebook.com/cloudybay
From 1st of May till 30th of June 2014, the Cloudy Bay Sauvignon Blanc & Seafood tasting trail will take wine lovers on a journey where 18 dining establishments will take part in showcasing their interpretation of near-perfect pairing of a generous glass of Cloudy Bay Sauvignon Blanc 2013 and seafood.
‘SNAP & SHARE’ TO WIN A 3D/2N STAY FOR TWO IN LANGKAWI
The Cloudy Bay Sauvignon Blanc & Seafood Tasting trail features an exciting Instagram contest from 1st May to 30th June 2014. This is a chance for wine lovers to taste the perfect pairing of wine with seafood at participating restaurants and win a 3D/2N stay for TWO at an award winning 5 star hotel in Langkawi. Follow cloudybaymsia on Instagram and simply share your best Cloudy Bay Sauvignon Blanc 2013 and paired seafood menu. Remember to hashtag #cloudybaymsia and tag @cloudybayseafoodtrail. The instagrammer with the most photos of paired seafood menu from as many participating restaurants WILL win. Et voilà, you are on an exclusive holiday!
*A full list of participating outlets can be viewed on cloudybaymsia Instagram site. Terms & conditions apply.
PARTICIPATING RESTAURANTS ARE:
Signature @ The Roof
Sky level, 1 First Avenue, Bandar Utama, 47800 Petaling Jaya, Malaysia
T. +6016 229 1505
Las Carretas Restaurant
Las Carretas Mexican Restaurant 10 Jalan Semantan, 50490 Kuala Lumpur, Bukit Damansara, Malaysia
Tel. +60 3-2093 0380
Black Market
Jalan Tun Razak, 50400 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
T. +60 17-321 8686
Caffeinees
16 Jalan Kampung Pandan, Desa Pandan, 55000 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
T. +60 3-2144 8686
W.I.P
Lot G 111, Ground floor, Bangsar Shopping Centre, 285 Jalan Maarof, 55000 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
T. 03 2094 1789
Tujo Bar-sserie & Grill
Ascott Kuala Lumpur, 9, Jalan Pinang 50450 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
T. 012-210 3055
The Point Bar & Dining Room
First & Second Floor, No. 122, Jalan Kasah, Damansara Heights, Bukit Damansara, Kuala Lumpur
T. 03-2011-8008
Tanzini
GTower, 199 Jalan Tun Razak, 50400 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
T. 60 3-2168 1899
Brasserie Enfin
Lot R-07, First Floor, Central Piazza, No. 2, Jalan PJU 1A/ 7A, Oasis Square, Oasis Damansara 47301 Petaling Jaya, Malaysia
T. 03-7832 2969
Shook! @ Starhill Gallery
Feast Village, Starhill Gallery, 181, Jalan Bukit Bintang, 55100 Kuala Lumpur.
T. 603 – 2719 8535
Fisherman’s Cove
Starhill Gallery 181 Jalan Bukit Bintang, Starhill Gallery, 55100 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
T. +60 3-2782 3848
Gobo Upstairs Lounge & Grill
Level 6, Traders Hotel, Kuala Lumpur City Centre, 50088 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
T. 03- 2332 9888
Bistro A Table
6 Jalan 17/54, Seksyen 17, 46400 Petaling Jaya, Selangor
T. 03-7931 2831
North Malaysia
Ferringhi Garden Restaurant
34 A,B&C Batu Ferringhi 11100 Penang, Malaysia
T. 04-881 1193
Ferringhi Grill
Batu Ferringhi, 11100 Penang.
T. 60 4-888 8888
The Dining @The Datai Langkawi
Jalan Datai, Teluk Datai, 07000 Langkawi, Kedah, Malaysia.
T. 60 4-959 2500
South Malaysia
The Brazzo Restaurant & Lounge
10G, Jalan Ponderosa 2/1, Taman Ponderosa
81100 Johor Bahru, Malaysia
T. 017-778 8972
East Malaysia
The Junk Restaurant
80, 82 & 84 Wayang Street, 93000 Kuching, Sarawak,
T. +60 82-259 450
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