I am not loaded with tics, but I do have a pair of tickets to be given away for Resident Evil in 3D!

Date: 8th Sept (Wednesday)
Venue: Cathay Cineplex e@Curve
Time: 9.30pm

FREE Seating.

Just tell me in the comment section: Why do you want to watch Resident Evil in 3D. The best comment will be selected based on my opinion.

I made my way to Marmalade in Bangsar Village II.

In fact  I have been there a few times and love the place!

We ordered 2 sets of breakfast. A Hearty Brekkie @RM25, comes with a fresh orange juice and a choice of dark coffee/latte/cappuccino.

Hearty Brekkie @ RM25

It is quite a huge portion, comes with a choice of scrambled eggs/poached eggs/sunny side up, sauteed mushrooms, 2 sausages, baked beans, a piece of bread and beef bacon.

Yum yum! I love the sauteed mushrooms. This is the only breakfast set that comes with a hot drink AND a fresh orange juice.

Omelet @ RM19, comes with a fresh orange juice.

Underneath the scrambled egg, you can have 2 choices of fillings: I opted for beef bacon and mushrooms cause they are my favorite!

The portion is huge and it lasted me till dinner time

Cozy ambiance for a lazy Saturday morning.

The murals on the walls are really cute!

The bill for 2 came to about RM48. Definitely not cheap for breakfast but it is a great way to enjoy time and a lazy morning!

Add:

Marmalade Cafe (03-22828301)
Lot 1F-18,1st Flr, Bangsar Village II,
2, Jalan Telawi 1, Bangsar Baru 59100 KL.

Opens from 10am -10pm.

And, and also, I started to learn different recipes. Here is a dish that I personally like, and it is quite easy to make.

You need few slabs of pork belly, about 3 slabs for 5 or 6 pax.

Clean the pork belly, and marinate with 5-spice powder (五香粉), pepper, salt, and dark soy sauce.

Leave it aside for about 20 mins for the spices to sink into the pork belly.

On the other hand, you will need some cinnamon, star anise ( ba jiao), peeled garlic and lightly smashed, and the spice that looks like nails is known as 丁香 (ding xiang).

Anyone knows what is 丁香 in Chinese?

Now, heat up a wok of oil and dump the pork belly into the hot oil.

Caution! Stand further away to avoid the splashing of the oil.

Fry the pork belly until golden brown and you know it is done!

No no, this is not ready to be eaten yet. We need to stew it now.

Every year around this time, we will see many restaurants and shops launching their mooncake, and as the year goes by, the fancy designs never fail to surprise me.

Hotel Equitorial Kuala Lumpur too has a range of interesting mooncake, and the boxes too!

Thanks to feedmelah.com, I had the chance to step my foot in Golden Phoenix Chinese Restaurant – Hotel Equitorial Kuala Lumpur.

You see what I mean? Velvet mooncake box, I love the color combination and design! It is a twist of fashion and tradition.

I couldn’t stop caressing the velvety box.

And and, there is also a design which somewhat resemblances the Dim Sum basket. Love the luxurious feeling.

The variety of mooncakes is no joke , they have: German Black Forest @RM18.90, Pumpkin Taro @RM18.90, Charcoal-Bake Yam @RM18.90, Bamboo Hazelnut @RM18.90, Expresso Chestnut @RM18.90, Red Yeast Sweet Potato @RM17.90, and of course the traditional ones.

The traditional double-yolk moon cake.

The booth setup outside the restaurant for mooncakes. They too have low sugar ones, for the health concerned.

Appetizer: Ginseng Chicken Soup

After all the mooncakes sampling, it’s time to wash down the sweetness with the appetizer. True to the description, I went to the heaven after taking my first sip of the soup. I swear it is the best Ginseng Chicken Soup I have ever had! While the ginseng is very strong, it is not overwhelming to the point that it is bitter, and the sweetness from chicken just made it perfect.

Fook Lou Chou Fan (Special style of Fried Rice)

One of their specialties is this Rich Men Fried Rice. Every grain is coated with egg white (lower cholesterol) and fried with egg. On top of the rice, it is the scallop floss. However, I feel that this is a little dry, if only they used more oil…but that would totally defeat the purpose of health element in this dish.

Scallop and Mango

We were awe-struck by this dish when it was served..because you see the size of the scallop?

Accompanied by cooked mango, it is a very interesting combination.

The scallop is so huge that I would not say it is sweet, but the mango perfected the lack of sweetness of the scallop.

Next up, we had La Mien Si fu to demonstrate his La Mien making skill.

It seemed pretty easy. Just drag and twist, and there you go!

To our surprise, there was a La Mien Making Competition too!

And you know what? I think I have some hidden talent of making La Mien.

I even got #1! And the prize to me was a box of mooncakes. Yessssss..I now have a velvety box as my storage too <3

Special eggplant La Mian

La Mian specially prepared by the sifu is indeed special. Springy and flavorful La Mien accompanied by the generous portion of minced meat and egg plant, it was a delight.

Fried Beancurd Skin with Prawns

Juicy prawns wrapped by crispy beancurd skin, what’s there not to like about?

My favorite dessert of the day – Guai Leng Kou with Coconut

Boiled with rock sugar for hours, the coconut drink is the best drink to soothe sore throat on a hot day.

*Drumroll*

Durian puff! The durian skin is velvety smooth and soft, and the durian just melts in your mouth. Yummy!

The geniuses behind the wok.

Now, give your loved ones a treat at Golden Phoenix Chinese Restaurant, or lug a box of luxurious mooncakes for the festive.

Since Ramadan is just around the corner, and it definitely means more chances for feasting.

This year, Sime Darby Convention Centre too offers Ramadan Buffet, and best of all, they have a special take-away service. (3pm – 6.30pm daily) It means, you can buy all the buka puasa food from there, and take away! Best part is – It is the price of the regular  Ramadan Bazaar, but much cleaner than the street stalls.

Stalls are setup to make you feel like dining in a real bazaar.

A variety of food can be found at SDCC: Ikan bakar, satay, chicken rice, fish curry and etc.

I especially love the chicken satay! It is soft, and has a slight crispy and burnt smell.  And ikan bakar is my favorite too. ^_^

And and, they have a stall for fried ice cream too! Just choose your flavor and they will fry on the spot for you. Do note that you need to savor this as soon as it is served. I took the ice cream, wandered for a while, and it melted

Other than the buffet spread, you can go for the Ramadan Set at China Treasures ranging from RM398++/6 pax to RM568++/10 pax.

RM568++/10 pax menu consists of:

Ramadan Yee Sang

Now, Yee Sang for Ramadan is interesting right? Added with dates  as a twist, it tasted refreshing!

Puree of Winter Melon with Seafood

The seafood soup is really sweet as it is enriched with puree of winter melon, light and refreshing to warm your tummy.

Shallow Fried Crispy Chicken

Many might frown when they see roasted chicken in the menu of a restaurant; but I love the juiciness of the chicken and the crispy skin! Even the chicken breast is not dry.

Braised Prawns with Chef’s Homemade Sauce

As you can see, the prawns are huge and coated with salted egg yolk.  No doubt, every Chinese will praise this dish. The prawns are really succulent and fresh! *Thumbs up*

Steamed Patin Shanghai Style

Patin fish is always to be served as steamed fish, in fact, I think i have not eaten Patin cooked in any other way.

The plus point of this dish is the ginger drizzled on top of the fish. Some might not like ginger but it added a zing to the steamed fish.

Sauteed Baby Kai Lan with Belacan

Although the set is meant for 10 pax, but can easily feed 13 pax due to the generous portion.

Steamed Beancurd with Black Bean Sauce

You see what I meant by the generous portion?

Mooncake Platter is one of the dishes on the menu!

It is a great way to celebrate 2 occasions at one shot.

Double Yolk Mooncake

Did you notice the square shape instead of the boring round ones? Unique indeed!

Snow Skin Mooncake From top left: Tiramisu, Green Tea, Mocha, Double Yolk

The Green Tea mooncake is no joke as the skin is made of Long Jin tea leaves. When your teeth sink into the mooncake, the fragrance of the tea will send you to heaven!

The beautiful box that comes with the mooncake.

Good news is, for every Ramadan Set Dinner purchased, you are entitled to buy a box of mooncake for just RM10! You get the choose the variety and it comes with the beautiful wooden carrier box. Sweet?

Even if you don’t intend to  get the set dinner, each mooncake only retails at RM12.50. For that quality, I would say is darn worth it!

Now, make your way to SDCC!

Sime Darby Convention Centre
China Treasures (Halal)
1A, Jalan Bukit Kiara 1,
Kuala Lumpur,
Malaysia.
Tel. no.: +603-2089 3668 or 3799
* Parking is FREE

Fancy a lavish spread to berbuka puasa with?

From now till 9 September 2010, Nikko Hotel will be offering buffet with spread of traditional local specialties from four different Malaysian States and “a-la-kampung” favourites.

The huge dining are ensures you a spacious area for your movements. So, you don’t have to worry about kids running and hitting you while you are carrying mountains of food.

Let’s have a look at the featured dishes.

Puyuh Goreng Berjintan

Kepala Ikan Merah Masak Assam Pedas

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Sambal Ikan Bilis bersama Petai dan Bawang India

Rendang Tok Perak

Masak Cili Api Perut Bersama Rebung Muda

A variety of cold drinks is served. My favorite is the yellow drink, which is the jagung soya. It is delicious and sounds healthy!

For the really thirst quenching drinks, you should go for the young coconuts.

Coconuts will be cut upon request therefore you can have the freshest juice.

What’s Ramadhan without some ketupat right?

The salad bar offers quite some selections. You can choose from the normal healthy salad or some tangy salad that will boost your appetite.

And of course, fruits are a-MUST for a tropical country. Can you spot the dragon fruits in the picture?

A variety of kuih-muih is served.

And also chocolate fondue or kumar as the dessert.

I have forgotten to snap a picture of the delicious bubur lambuk, but in this buffet spread, you can even have your own teochew porridge with salted fish and salted egg! Not only that, they serve curry noodles too.

On the outside of the dining area, you can find stalls of local cuisine, including satay, kebab, tandoori chicken, as well as a WHOLE roasted lamb!

Photo credited to ahbok, because I was so hungry I forgot to snap picture of the stalls. T__T

On a side note, I love their mini mooncakes!

Redbean and durian flavor.

It is soft, and definitely less sweet than most of the mooncakes I have eaten. Best of all, before you can get sick of the mooncake, you would have finished the bite already!

To enjoy the above buffet at Serena Brasserie:

Price: RM90.00++ (Adults) RM45.00++ (Children between the age of 6 to 12)

Sahur Buffet. 11th August to 10th September (3.00am to 5.00am)

Price : RM45.00++ per person

Reservations at +603 2782 6228 or foodandbeverage@hotelnikko.com.my

So, you must eat in moderation!

Worry about your cholesterol level? Now, you can feast healthily with O’Briens sandwiches.

I love the O’Briens outlet in The Curve.

In conjunction with Ramadhan, they have introduced the Ramadhan set – Rendang Wrappo.

@RM16.90, you will get a freshly prepared Rendang Wrappo, a fresh watermelon juice/hot drinks, and a small giftbox that contains kumar and a cadbury choclate.

Can’t see the wrappo close enough?

Yummy chicken rendang wrappo served with chips as side, with secret herbs and fresh diced tomato, you can taste the juiciness of the chicken, east meets west kind of combination.

Another wrappo – Hot Honey Chilli Chicken Wrappo

Another favorite wrappo of mine is this. It tasted both sweet and a little spicy, it is very tangy and it  has the effect of boosting your appetite!

Tuna Swiss Melt @ RM14.10 is another healthy choice toasted with wholemeal bread.

At O’briens, you have a choice of wholemeal or white bread.

Fancy some challenges?

Try this O’Briens Chicken Tripledecker @ RM17.80.

It is a huge tower with 3 pieces of bread with chicken, chicken crisp, cheddar cheese sandwiched in between the bread.

Chicken Slice & Cheddar Cheese on Shambo @ RM15.50.

Paired with fresh tomato and honey mustard mayonnaise, it tasted really good. While it may look small, but it is VERY filling! I love the focaccia (the bread). Seasoned with olive oil and herbs, it is REALLY different from your bread next door.

If you feel bored, you can always walk around the shop and see how your meal is prepared.

All the ingredients are laid in front of your eyes to ensure the optimal freshness.

When you are satisfied, walk back to your table and continue to enjoy.

For vegan, you can go for Big Eat Shambo @ RM14.80.

You can always add chicken too for RM3.30.

Chicken Crisp and Egg.

My ultimate favorite of the night has to be this – All Day Irish Breakfast.

You see the sausage clasped between the cheese and chicken crisp in toasted wholemeal bread? This must be eaten once it is served on your table.

It is soft, warm, and crispy at the same time. YUM!

Now, go to your nearest O’Briens for some feast!

The Curve Outlet
Lot G79 Ground Floor, Mutiara Damansara. (03-77268977)

Now, O’Briens will come to you if you can’t go. Call 1300-30-3000 and www.obriensonline.com for more info.

But, this year is going to be slightly different as since I introduced my family to iTalk WHOA!, we have saved quite a significant amount of money making International calls.

In conjunction of Ramadhan and Aidilfitri, from now on until 30th September 2010, you can enjoy special International (IDD) call rates to 3 selected countries to Fixed and Mobile as low as 9cent/30second.

Excited?

The 3 selected countries are:

- Bangladesh – 9cent/30second
- Indonesia – 10cent/30second
- Pakistan – 20cent/30second

Although I don’t have any relatives in the said countries, but if you have a maid at home, you should reward her by letting her make some phone calls back to kampung during this season Why not make someone else happy by just spending a little?

Bonus!

From 1st September 2010 until 31st October 2010, new users who activate iTalk WHOA! will receive 20% more talk time!

For example, if you activate RM50, you will receive RM10 talk time for FREE. RM6 free for RM30 and RM4 with RM20 of purchase.

So, if you have been thinking to activate an account on iTalk WHOA!, now you know which is the best time!

Simple and easy – Spaghetti with tuna and bacon.

Ingredients for 2 persons: A canned of tuna in sunflower oil, chopped garlic and onions, 2 pieces of bacon.

Pre-boil the spaghetti first till al-dente. Add some salt while boiling so your spaghetti will not be tasteless. And add some olive oil when you drain the water so that your spaghetti will not stick together.

Put some sunflower oil from the tuna can and heat up the pan. When add in onions first, and followed by garlic. Fry them until they turn slightly golden brown.

Now, add the bacon first and followed by the tuna.

The content in the picture above is only for 1 person.

Add the sunflower oil as you cook if it gets too dry. Add a little bit of salt and pepper to season.

After about 3 minutes, you can start to see tuna chunks that turn slightly brown and a bit crisp.

Remove it from pan and serve it on top of the spaghetti.

If you think it is too dry, you can open a can of campbell mushroom soup to go along with it.

Eat it while it is hot, absolutely delicious! And it cost you not more than RM15 for 2 persons

My last visit, and to my shock, they revamped and renovated the place already! Perhaps it is the new management as read on JasonMumble’s blog?

The new place – without the sunken in hole for shabu-shabu pots.

They now have the induction cooker at the table top.

Flipping through the menu, I spent a good 15 mins staring at it not knowing what to eat. So, I decided to try something else rather than the same shabu-shabu all the time.

My Mentaiko with Rice in Clear Soup @ RM14.90.

If you want to eat something like, this is quite recommended, however, the portion is a little too small.

So, I order a set of teppanyaki beef @RM19.90 to go with my rice.

Yum! Thinly sliced beef is easily cooked, you just need a few secs. I love it when it reaches this stage.

Then, we ordered a slice of Matcha Tiramisu @ RM10+- as dessert.

However, I find that the green tea flavor is quite disappointing as it is not so fragrance as how it should be.

Overall, I still like this place. I somehow wish they had not changed the menu though