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   The one i visited was the main branch, situated inside Tokyo Street of Pavilion, Bukit Bintang. It was my first time dining here as this place is always crowded and one had to queue for at least 30 minutes just to get a seat here. However, i was very lucky as there wasn't a lot of people on weekday. We quickly gotten ourselves a seat after 15 minutes of waiting time. Suki-Ya is well known for its shabu-shabu with sukiyaki soup base and unlimited supplies of protein (except for pork as it is halal). The rule is simple: queue for your seat, pick a soup base, pick your protein and you may get started with a feast of good food. It costs RM 29.80+ for lunch and RM 39.80+ for dinner. You may eat all you want for 2 hours duration.

Our choice of soup base: Left: Kimchi soup; Right: Sukiyaki soup (personally prefer the sweet sukiyaki soup)

From top, clockwise: beef, chicken and lamb

Juicy lamb

Beef, thinly sliced and succulent

Chicken fillet, packed with wonderful fats

Feel free to add on some sides at the bar. You can choose from vegetables, clams, fungi and more.

Even the instruction was given on the table.

This miso sauce was the bomb! Good with any kind of meat as dipping sauce.

Colorful sushi!

Step-by-step on my way of eating shabu-shabu!

   Well, not really my way, but this is how we eat in Suki-Ya. First, you pick a piece of thinly sliced meat, then you dipped it into the boiling soup, for approximately 10 seconds, or until it turns brown or not red anymore. It is very thinly sliced, hence it only takes a short time to cook it through. Then, quickly dip it inside your egg wash. I personally use 2 eggs, just crack them in a bowl. After your meat is fully covered with egg wash, just put 'em in your mouth and there you go, a heavenly enjoyment!

   Besides the items mentioned above, they also provide soft served ice-cream in various flavors. It is self-service based. I personally was quite satisfied with my lunch here in Suki-Ya. The food items were fresh and of premium quality, price is acceptable and affordable and service was swift and efficient. This is definitely the choice to go if you are craving for a feast of protein and bowl of warm soup in a rainy day. Till then, xoxo.

Contact Info~
Website: http://www.suki-ya.com/

   Hello lovely people! I reckon it's about time for my second write up about #fodiehitstheroad series! Today is gonna be my second one, talking all about my road trip to Cameron Highlands, Pahang last month. Besides going for the chilly crisp air, Cameron Highlands is also a great place for cafe hoppers. many might not know, there are a few interesting and tranquil cafe here in the land of tea and strawberries and everything greens. Hence, today yours truly is gonna introduce you to two of the cafe i went! Enjoy!

1. The Lord's Cafe, Tanah Rata

   Basically, there are a few tourist spots in Cameron Highlands, mainly the Tanah Rata and Brinchang, which is further up. We stopped by Tanah Rata to get a quick drink as the weather was quite cold that day. We bumped into The Lord's Cafe, right opposite the bus terminal in Tanah Rata, in one of the shop lots on first floor. It is slightly tricky to locate because it is hidden upstairs, admist all the tourist shops.


   I have heard some good reviews about this cafe, promising to offer the best scones in Cameron Highlands. Do not fret when you first step into this place, because the dim lighting. The inner part of this cafe is really cozy and classic, just like the hut in the deep forest in the fairy tale. We ordered some of their signature scones and also simple food to fill up our hungry tummies.

Original Cream Scone--RM 2.50 served with butter, homemade strawberry jam and whipped cream

Strawberry Fruity Scone--RM 2.80 served with cream

Look how fluffy the scone!

Apple Pie with vanilla ice-cream--RM 5.00

Chicken Pie--RM 3.90

Lemon Cheese Cake--RM 4.30

Strawberry Tea on the top right corner--RM 2.90

   These items were all their home specialty! I certainly was very pleased with their scones. They were light and fluffy, warm and buttery. I would prefer the original cream scone because the creaminess of it worked really well with their homemade strawberry jam, whipped cream and butter. The apple pie was a let down because the pastry was not puffy enough and the fillings lacked texture and flavor. However, the lemon cheese cake and chicken pie saved the day. I absolutely adore the light texture of this cheese cake with slight acidity from the lemon which elevated the flavor of this dessert to the next level. Lastly, the warm cup of strawberry tea was extremely pleasant on the palate. Not only it warmed up our cold hands, but also left us with a mouthful of strawberry sweetness.

Ohh, into my tummy please~

Overlooking the view of Tanah Rata

   Overall, The Lord's Cafe is a cozy little place with great scones and tea. It is perfect for you to make a pit stop before continuing your journey up the hill with its bright and comfortable setting. Pricing was cheap, compared to KL. I was very pleased with their warm service as well. Thumbs up!

Info~
Direction: Right opposite of Tanah Rata Bus Station
Business Hours: Daily except for Sundays, 11am-10pm

2. Boh Tea Centre, Ringlet

   Next up, we also visited Boh Tea Centre in Ringlet. It was the first stop we went, before Tanah Rata. At first, we wanted to sort of visit the tea factory but it took way too long for the tour guide to show up, so we ended up nomming on cake and tea at the cafe outside. Boh Tea Centre is probably the largest tea plantation factory up here in Cameron Highlands. It is also the largest tea factory in Malaysia. For those who is interested in the tea making process, you can always visit the factory.

Scenic view outside of Boh Tea Centre

Truck-ful of tea leaves!

Strawberry Cheese Cake--RM 8.50+ Boh Cameronian Gold Blend Tea--RM 3.50+

happy girl!

Information~

   French cuisine has always been a mystery to me. Living in Malaysia, i did not get plenty of opportunity to taste authentic French cuisine as it is so expensive and hard to find. Only until the summer last year, when i visited Paris, only did i try the local, authentic French food. I believe many of us perceive French cuisine as one that is delicate, classic, petite and luxury. However, today i am going to share with you a small cafe that serves excellent and authentic French cuisine, without costing a fortune!

   Croisette Cafe is a French restaurant run by a lovely couple, in Cascadium Condominium, Bangsar. The condo is situated off Jalan Maarof, opposite of BSC Bangsar. Just enter as visitor and go up to the swimming pool area. This cozy hut is just right beside the pool. My family and i went for a simple dinner on a Saturday weekend and there was quite some crowd there. The restaurant is small, so make sure u call the owner to make a reservation prior to your visit. I will attach the phone number below.

   We opted for their set dinner as it's interesting and value for money. Croisette Cafe changes its dinner's option every now and then so it might differs from this menu when you visit them next time around. Basically, a set dinner costs RM 84 per person and you get to choose from a series of starter, mains and desserts. Amuse bouche, which is a light bite size appetizer will be provided as well.

Add RM 34 for 2 glasses of wine or beer

Amuse bouche--Toasted bread topped with tuna, tomato and olive

Starter--Salad Landaise duck confit, gizzards, smoked duck with simple garden salad dressed with olive oil and balsamic vineger

   Salad was finely made with fresh greens and smoky duck. I didn't know that the smokiness of the protein will work well with crisply greens, perhaps i can try it out next time!

Starter--Scallops pan fried, leeks fondue

   Succulent scallops precisely cooked and seasoned with simple yet stylish presentation, giving us a full senses enjoyment!

Starter--Grosse Raviole Cepe mushrooms and Foie Gras (duck), truffle oil cloud

The raviole here, which is wrapped pasta with fillings was earthy and well balanced. I love how subtle and balanced the seasoning was, together with the truffle oil, fully accentuated this dish.

Main--Duck Confit, Potato Sarladaise and salad Mesclun

   This was my choice of main of the day. First of all, i love duck, so this was kind of bias to me. I find the duck was well cooked, but slightly dry and salty. It might work better for those who fancy sodium a little bit more than i do.

Main--Beef Rib Eye, flambeed with Brandy, mixed pepper sauce with Gratin potato

   As you can tell from the photos, the steak was cooked to perfection. It was juicy, succulent and tender, with burst of amazing flavors from its natural essence. My favourite item on the dish is the gratin potato as i find it rather interesting. It is basically layers of thinly sliced potato made into a lasagne form with the addition of cheese in between those layers. This definitely wowed my mind and i do not mind having run on the trackmill for 30 minutes just for this!

Dessert--Ice souffle orange & Cointreau liquor

    Finally, we reached the end of the course with the most anticipated desserts!! French has always been known for their expertise in crafting elegant, artistic and tasty desserts and i was far from disappointment that night! This orange liquor ice-cream was simple but mind blowing with complex flavors running across the tongue. The citrus contrasted the liquor perfectly, with some beautiful meringue as topping.

Dessert--Chocolate Parfait, orange rinds confit inclusion, sauce Bergamot

   Next up, the must-have chocolate cake! This was my dish and i was totally in love with it despite the after-guilt. I love the classic combination of orange and chocolate, works well for me. The soft, freshly baked chocolate cake also tasted extremely pleasant together with the cream sauce beside.

Dessert--Gateau Fraisier, Patisserie Pistachio

   Last but not least, this strawberry cake that was not very attractive on the eye but tasted amazing on my palate! Well, how can i resist strawberries right? The sponge cake was spongy and soft and i love how the tangy-ness of strawberries added so much dimensions of flavors to this dessert!

   In other words, this was a great dining experience as i learnt so much about French cuisine. It was elegant, subtle, simple, mind-blowing and memorable. Its pricing for a French cuisine was considered slightly more than average, definitely an expensive one compared to other cuisine. However, there is no harm pampering yourself once a while right? Perhaps for that special occasion. The chefs and staffs here are pretty warm. They are very interested to get our feedback and attentive to calls. Besides the set dinner, there are still plenty of amazing a-la-carte items to be selected off their menu. Don't hesitate, go grab some French goodness now! xoxo

Contact info~
Phone No.: 016-3304477
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Croisettecafe