tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-47784998088482937992024-03-19T16:26:36.733+11:00ilovemyfoodlots. Jennyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17304819320338742618noreply@blogger.comBlogger207125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4778499808848293799.post-85388285134276790072017-10-18T20:12:00.003+11:002017-10-18T20:22:25.131+11:00On a Hiatus!<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
Hi Readers,<br />
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I've decided to take an extended break from blogging and will be on hiatus indefinitely.<br />
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In the meantime please follow my <b>Instagram</b> account <u><b>j</b><b>eneatstravels</b></u> for latest updates on food places of interest and my travel adventures.<br />
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Happy eating!<br />
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Jenny</div>
Jennyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17304819320338742618noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4778499808848293799.post-18857035952997067932017-06-29T20:59:00.002+10:002017-06-29T21:01:39.833+10:00The Weston Eatery - Canley Vale - Sydney, Australia<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Life has kept me busy these past few months and can you believe that half of the year is nearly over. Why is time going so fast? Apologies for the long hiatus but for now I will continue with the back log. There is just so much to eat with a never ending list of restaurants to try, but hey that’s what keeps me happy, eating good food with equally good company.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">There has been a surge of openings in the south-west in the past year as the younger generation look to explore eating options outside of the widely available Asian cuisine. They are proving to be quite popular. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">The Weston Eatery is a relatively new kid on the block, having been open for close to half a year now. With its extreme close proximity to Canley Vale Station, it’s hard to miss. You’ll probably end up walking or driving past it. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">I’ve been here on two occasions in a span of two weeks, one time for breakfast and the other for brunch, just missing out on their 12pm lunch time offerings.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">It’s never too early or late to be having a sweet dish. The ‘Matcha Hotcake Heaven ($16.00)’ is green, very green in colour. Two fluffy hotcakes which are thicker than the usual pancakes, are served with an assortment of fresh fruit including mango, kiwi and strawberries. It is covered with a rich white chocolate and green tea sauce with a scoop of vanilla ice-cream on the side. This dish is available all day.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">You are ‘The One ($14.00)’. No I kid. This is a toasted croissant with scrambled eggs, maple bacon and Canadian maple syrup. This is the chef’s suggested dish and it’s pretty good.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">The ‘Cheese Toastie ($8.00)’ contains caramelised onion and Gruyere cheese in a sourdough bread that has been lightly grilled. This is different to the regular toasties and there is a lot more flavour due to the addition of the caramelised onion which gives it that additional kick.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">‘Katsu Sando ($12.00)’ is a big sandwich filled with two huge pieces of panko crumbed chicken thighs, cabbage, sesame seeds, mayonnaise and tonkatsu sauce. The juicy pieces of chicken have been seasoned well.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">The ‘Pulled Pork Sandwich ($12.00)’ is also fairly large in portion size filled with pulled pork, green apple, cabbage slaw, cr</span><span style="font-family: inherit;">unchy noodles and a chipotle mayonnaise. All encased within two sourdough slices of bread.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">The ‘Mac Daddy ($16.00)’ doesn’t look like the typical sloppy mac and cheese. A much more refined version comprising of macaroni, bacon, a 63 degree egg and cheese sauce, garnished with parmesan cheese and chives. The egg is cooked perfectly and a slight tap with the fork allows the yolk to ooze into the mac and cheese.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">A great cafe in the south west of Sydney that is easily accessible, providing decent food options at reasonable prices.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">2/4 Canley Vale Rd</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Canley Vale NSW 2166</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Phone no: 02 8210 3812</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Monday – Thursday: 6am to 9pm</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Friday – 6am to 10pm</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Saturday - 8am to 3pm; 5:30pm to 10pm</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Sunday - 8am to 3pm; 5:30pm to 9pm</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">N/A – Check their Instagram for live updates</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">New Zealand was never really on my bucket list as I believed it shared so much
resemblance to Australia. My initial thoughts were why go to a country that was so alike when I
could go overseas to another country for an entire different cultural experience. I was proved entirely wrong in this case and my speculation went out the window. That's what I love about travelling, it opens your eyes and mind.</span></div>
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back in 2011, the city was left badly damaged and till today they are still
rebuilding the city. I hear it’s very different to how it used to be back
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the hotel, having only opened less than a few months ago. We didn’t want to go
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Chapter is a coffee roaster who brews their coffee on site. The space is airy and filled with plenty of
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a small side salad and their own home made tomato relish. A huge sausage roll
that was much bigger than the frozen ones I’m accustomed to. The layers of
pastry were flaky and buttery. The meat was moist and well seasoned with a light spicy kick. Just so delicious especially eaten
with their tomato relish which was also one of the best I’ve tried out of this trip. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: inherit;">As their coffee beans are freshly roasted
on premises it does make a difference. The 'cappuccino' is strong but smooth and packs a punch. It is much more bitter than the coffee we get
back in Sydney and a cup will definitely wake you up. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: inherit;">A spacious and relaxing cafe in the CBD
that’s not too crowded with a decent menu on offer for breakfast and lunch. If only we had so much time we could just sit there and watch the world go by. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: inherit;">254 Saint Asaph St<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Christchurch Central 8011</span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Phone no: 027 201 5996<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Daily<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: inherit;">6:30am – 5:00pm<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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Jennyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17304819320338742618noreply@blogger.com0254 St Asaph St, Christchurch Central, Christchurch 8011, New Zealand-43.5365399 172.64144350000004-43.5365884 172.64136450000004 -43.5364914 172.64152250000004tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4778499808848293799.post-24893277925903892812017-01-26T22:34:00.001+11:002017-01-26T22:39:21.441+11:00Bodega 1904 - Forest Lodge - Sydney, Australia<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Happy Australia Day! For those in Australia, I hope you all had an amazing day celebrating this national day. I'm thankful for being able to live in this beautiful country. We managed to catch the fireworks at our local beach in Cronulla. </span><br />
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Tramway Depot, Tramshed is the new food destination at Harold Park, bringing
together a number of famous restaurants and newbie eateries in a European style setting.</span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: inherit;">They serve a range of Spanish and Latin
American inspired tapas which you wouldn’t usually find at a typical
restaurant, taking a spin on the classics with a modern interpretation. The food here is meant for sharing, even the
mains. That’s a positive as you get to try more right?<o:p></o:p></span></span><br />
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baby onions and goats milk feta ($14.00)’. Rich, slightly smoky and creamy. This was divine and reminded me very much of
the Lebanese baba ganoush. The eggplant was wonderfully smooth to the palate and really tasty. <o:p></o:p></span></span><br />
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salty with hints of spice from the cracked pepper. Be warned the pickled chilli is hot, very hot. <o:p></o:p></span></span><br />
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which was absolutely delicious we ordered another serving. <o:p></o:p></span></span><br />
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popular dish on Instagram so we decided to order it. The plump pork sausage was
juicy, moist and bursting with flavour. The pureed mash potato was velvety and the fried shreds of potato went well with it, adding a crunch factor.<o:p></o:p></span></span><br />
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when they’re on menus as I find that that the meat is too gamey if not cooked
correctly. The ‘roast lamb neck, chickpea, pistachio, preserved lemon and
sorrel ($38.00)’ here was pretty amazing. Perfectly roasted, the meat fell off the bone and melted in the mouth. It was so soft and tender.<o:p></o:p></span></span><br />
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fresh ingredients but packed with loads of flavour. If you’re a wine
enthusiast, they have a boutique wine store in house. Delicious food with great company is always a winning combination. <o:p></o:p></span></span><br />
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<span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: inherit;">1 Dalgal Way <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Forest Lodge NSW 2037<o:p></o:p></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">A trip to Beijing is not complete until you
try at least one Peking Duck and by that I mean the real thing. A short walk from the markets and we arrived at our next dining destination.</span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Siji Minfu Restaurant is located in Dengshikou and is rated by many as having the best Peking Duck in Beijing. </span></span></div>
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locals, foreigners and tourists. There were people waiting inside and outside.
One takes a ticket and then waits for a table. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: inherit;">We expected to wait an hour but time ticked by and it approached two hours, then we lost track of time afterwards. Our hungry
bellies were no longer as hungry as we got sick of waiting. But how could one
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but one must persevere for good food or so we hoped. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: inherit;">They have an extensive menu but
their specialty is the traditional Peking Duck. The menu is in English and
Chinese which makes ordering relatively simple even though the waiters speak
minimal English. All items are affordable and won’t break your wallet. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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(Chinese Dates)’ arrives at the table first as an appetizer on a bed of dry ice.
The fruit is crunchy and sweet. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US">The skin is glossy, thinner and crispier than Quanjude. I much preferred the texture of the duck here as there was no greasy or oily aftertaste. </span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US">The plate of duck is placed on top of a candle heating element so the meat doesn’t go cold.</span></div>
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unfortunately disappointing. A Sichuan spicy stir fry dish consisting of chicken, onions and peppercorns. I
found the sauce used overpowering and it just didn't have that wow factor. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: inherit;">While the food was decent and the duck was delicious, we found that the
waiting time outweighed this and made the experience not so enjoyable. I
recommend going before 6pm to avoid the nasty long waits or be prepared to wait
a long time. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>Where?</b><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: inherit;">32 Dengshikou W St,<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Dongcheng Qu<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Beijing Shi<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: inherit;">China 100006<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Phone no: +86 10 6513 5141 </span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>Opening Hours</b><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: inherit;">7 Days a Week<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: inherit;">10:30am – 10:30pm<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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Jennyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17304819320338742618noreply@blogger.com032 Deng Shi Kou Xi Jie, DongDan, Dongcheng Qu, Beijing Shi, China, 10001039.918441 116.4087449999999514.396406500000001 75.100150999999954 65.4404755 157.71733899999995tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4778499808848293799.post-49730600359140792592017-01-17T21:25:00.000+11:002017-01-17T21:45:28.682+11:00Quanjude Roast Duck Restaurant 全聚德 - Qianmen - Beijing, China<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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<span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Continuing on with the China travel posts,
we now move onto the city of Beijing. The city I have wanted to visit since I
was a child. Beijing is the capital city of China and a highly populated city behind Shanghai. It retains a lot of the old and ancient architecture whilst also combining the new and modern. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: inherit;">We stayed here for a total of five days. Visiting the tourist sites was part of our
agenda which included places such as the Forbidden City, Temple of Heaven and The
Great Wall of China to name a few. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: inherit;">A city so rich in culture it’s fascinating
to be able to witness this in a span of a week. Seeing the Great Wall of China
was beyond my imagination. The sheer size and scale of it cannot
just be observed in pictures. It’s part of the Seven Wonders of the World for a
reason and if you haven’t been, do attempt to make a visit to this historical
site. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: inherit;">When one asks what to eat in Beijing, the
answer would usually be along the lines of Peking duck. It originates from Beijing
and is the one thing that must be eaten when one is in town. There are an
abundance of restaurants to choose from and choosing one might be quite a
challenge. From my research, these three places including ‘Da Dong Roast
Duck Restaurant’, ‘Li Qun Roast Duck Restaurant’ and ‘Quanjude Roast Duck
Restaurant’ have rated highly on a number of lists. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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willing to queue for good food. If there is a queue at the front of a
restaurant, that says a lot.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: inherit;">So on a wet and miserable night, we braved
the rain and lined up for Quanjude Roast Duck Restaurant.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">There is the restaurant on one side and
there is an express restaurant on the other which serves only the Peking Duck
and side dishes. We joined the line for the express and waited for about 15
minutes before getting a table.</span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: inherit;">It’s one of the oldest establishments,
having opened since 1864. There are
multiple branches across China with the original branch being located in
Qianmen. With a history of over 150 years, it’s sure to be awesome right? Each
duck is roasted in ovens fired by fruit tree wood which gives it a unique
fragrance and taste.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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inside. A casual restaurant that is by no means formal which is what we like.
You get the local dining experience. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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The menu is in both English and Chinese. The waiter could not speak English but
we managed to point at what we wanted and got what we wanted despite the
language barrier. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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with hints of vinegar. I didn’t really like this as the sourness was too much
for me but it’s a nice balance to the duck to be consumed later on. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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duck is carved near the table and one can observe the technique used to
slice the thing layers of that crispy skin and meat. The
waiter points at the duck carver and I quickly rush to catch a photo
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in Beijing. It met our expectations of what an authentic Peking Duck
constitutes. I do recommend this restaurant if you are looking to have decent
Peking Duck at reasonable prices. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Peking Duck restaurant number 2 post to
follow shortly! The longest time we have ever waited for a restaurant. Was it
worth it?<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: inherit;">No.32 Qianmen East Street<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Dongcheng District<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Beijing<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: inherit;">China<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<b><span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Opening
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<span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: inherit;">7 Days a Week<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: inherit;">11:00am – 1:30pm<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: inherit;">4:30pm – 8:00pm<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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http<span style="font-family: inherit;">://</span>www<span style="font-family: inherit;">.</span>quanjude<span style="font-family: inherit;">.com.</span>cn<span style="font-family: inherit;">/</span></div>
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Jennyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17304819320338742618noreply@blogger.com132 Qian Men Da Jie, Dongcheng Qu, Beijing Shi, China, 10005139.896546 116.3983100000000414.3745115 75.089716000000038 65.4185805 157.70690400000004tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4778499808848293799.post-17887655390093343392017-01-05T22:11:00.000+11:002017-01-06T07:06:09.336+11:00Mr Stonebowl (石锅先生) - Burwood - Sydney, Australia<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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<span style="font-family: inherit; text-align: left;">Last month my best friend mentioned that there was a popular restaurant in Burwood that opened not too long ago. By popular she meant there were constant queues during peak times every single day and we hear that some have waited up to 3 hours for a table. Now would you be willing to wait up to 3 hours?</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Mr Stonebowl is located on busy Burwood Road and a short walk from Burwood train </span>station<span style="font-family: inherit;">. It joins an abundance of Chinese restaurants along that strip and with solid competition from adjoining neighbours, there must be something about this restaurant that attracts the crazy lines.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">We went on a weekend for lunch to test our luck. While there were a number of diners waiting outside on the footpath for a table, it moved very quickly. Within 10 minutes we were in the door and squished on a table meant for two people.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">I am a big a fan of the Malaysian/Singaporean and Hong Kong style of the clay pot rice. My initial reaction was that it was probably similar to this but it was actually the contrary. It isn’t the typical Chinese restaurant that one is accustomed to either. They have a wide selection of dishes to choose from but their specialty is the stonebowls. </span>Your order is placed on a sheet of paper and after the waiter obtains the form, food comes out fast.<br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">This is the most ordered dish here. The ‘Garlic Prawn with Stir Fried Rice in Squid Ink in a Stonebowl ($18.80)’ is a rather unusual looking dish with an odd combination to boot. I would usually associate squid ink with Italian pasta or Spanish paella, not in Chinese food. Taste wise this combination worked very well together. While lacking the crispy rice bits that one would expect from clay pot rice, it definitely delivers on flavour. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">The juicy prawns are deep fried in a golden batter and then coated in the delicious creamy garlic sauce. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">The ‘Fried Tofu with Scallop and Vegetables in a Stonebowl ($14.80)’ was another surprise dish. The contents are piping hot and bubbling as it arrives at the table. The soft tofu melts in the mouth and goes well with the squid rice.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">‘Stir Fried Green Bean with Shrimp Paste ($11.80)’ was a mediocre dish, nothing special. That’s not to say it wasn’t good but compared to the other two dishes, this was simple.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">185C Burwood Rd</span><br />
<span style="font-family: inherit;">Burwood NSW</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Monday – Sunday: 11am – 3pm; 5pm – 9pm</span><br />
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Jennyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17304819320338742618noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4778499808848293799.post-79406446071166638922017-01-01T18:05:00.002+11:002017-01-01T18:12:51.499+11:00Happy New Year 2017!<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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Hope you all had an amazing start to 2017. I want to thank you for continuing to support and read my blog.<br />
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I wish you a wonderful year ahead filled with joy, good health and prosperity!<br />
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Today I reflect on the past year and look forward to this year. New goals, new challenges and new beginnings. While ever year has its ups and downs, I try to look at the bright side of things and focus on the positives. Believe that anything is possible if you put your heart into it. As the saying goes, 'life is what we make it to be' so live in the moment.<br />
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2016 allowed me to travel to my favourite country Singapore and re-visit Hong Kong. Towards the end of the year I got to travel to China again and see it in a different perspective, visiting new cities Shanghai and Beijing. I'm thankful for these travelling opportunities and hope to visit more countries in the near future.<br />
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My beloved dog of 11 years passed away a few months ago. He was my best friend and while no longer by our side, he will forever be in our hearts. I dedicate this post to my beautiful dog King Kong. Thank you for all the precious memories you have shared with our family and for the years of unconditional love. Goodbye, friend.<br />
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And now we welcome the New Year. Cheers to 2017!<br />
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Jennyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17304819320338742618noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4778499808848293799.post-8961501931176543252016-12-11T22:29:00.001+11:002016-12-12T21:01:23.457+11:00Jia Jia Tang Bao Dumplings 佳家汤包 - Huangpu Qu - Shanghai, China<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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<span style="text-align: left;">Can you believe Christmas is in a few weeks? How time flies. This year seems to have gone by quicker than the last and I seem to say the exact same thing every year. </span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Jia Jia Tang Bao is a casual and hole in the wall restaurant serving what is reputed as the best xiao long bao in Shanghai. They started operating back in the 1980’s and have become a household name. If you do a search on Google for the best xiao long bao restaurant in Shanghai, this place would most likey pop up.</span></span><br />
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<span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: inherit;">I do have a soft spot for dumplings and I couldn't have left Shanghai without having tried their speciality. the xia long bao. We came here twice for the record. </span></span>Do expect to wait during peak hours as the restaurant is small and long queues do form.<br />
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<span style="text-align: left;">On our first visit we had two trays of the ‘Pork and Crab Dumplings’ and they were just delicious and bursting with flavour. It had a nice subtle crab flavour. </span></div>
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variation of the pork dumplings. At 16 RMB for a basket of a dozen dumplings,
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<span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: inherit;">These were also on point but we preferred the pork and crab dumplings.
There was something about the combination of the juices from the pork and crab
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<span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Soup dumplings are usually eaten with a
dipping sauce made up of vinegar and shredded ginger. I personally don’t like
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<span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: inherit;">90 Huanghe Rd<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Huangpu Qu<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Shanghai <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: inherit;">China 200000<o:p></o:p></span></span><br />
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<span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Phone no: +86 21 6327 6878</span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: inherit;">7:30am – 8:00pm<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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Jennyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17304819320338742618noreply@blogger.com090 Huang He Lu, Huangpu Qu, Shanghai Shi, China, 20008531.234523 121.470833999999975.7124884999999992 80.162239999999969 56.7565575 162.77942799999997tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4778499808848293799.post-88744832412402236972016-11-22T22:06:00.003+11:002016-11-22T22:29:48.901+11:00Mr Nice Cafe 好好先生西餐厅 - Jingan - Shanghai, China<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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<span style="text-align: left;">Mr Nice Cafe is a cosy café located in Jingan, one of the central districts of Shanghai. It’s easily accessible by train and you can’t really miss it cause it situated close to the famous Jingan Temple. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; text-align: left;">You wouldn’t expect to find decent western food in China would you? </span><span style="text-align: left;">One would usually be acquainted with faux western food that's usually below average or fusion style. </span><span style="font-family: inherit; text-align: left;">You’ll be surprised because we definitely were. Shanghai doesn’t really have a big cafe culture yet, as compared to say Korea where you see an abundance of little cafes serving great food and coffee.</span><br />
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<span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: inherit;">They offer bistro food and if you feel like high tea in the afternoon you could do that too.</span></span><br />
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<span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: inherit;">The ‘Grapefruit Green Tea’ was refreshingly
tasty and served in such a cute pot with a </span>swirly<span style="font-family: inherit;"> straw. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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strawberries. It's a match made in heaven.</span></span><span style="font-family: inherit;">Usually these desserts could be too sweet but their version was
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<span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: inherit;">This was one of my favourite restaurants in
Shanghai. I enjoyed the laid back atmosphere away from the hustle and bustle of
city life. You could sit there for hour’s chit chatting away with your friends
if you had the time. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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280 Yuyuan Rd</div>
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Monday - Tuesday: 11am to 9pm </div>
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Wednesday - Sunday: 11am to 10pm</div>
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Jennyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17304819320338742618noreply@blogger.com0280 Yu Yuan Lu, Jingan Qu, Shanghai Shi, China, 20004031.223361 121.4428155.7013265 80.134221 56.7453955 162.751409tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4778499808848293799.post-89339834353181327682016-11-20T21:31:00.001+11:002016-11-20T21:46:04.575+11:00Yang's Dumplings 小杨生煎 - Shanghai Hongqiao - Shanghai, China<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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<span style="text-align: left;">Our trip to China has been an eye opening experience. </span></div>
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Shanghai is different to what I imagined it to be and way beyond my expectations. A modern and cosmopolitan city where east meets west. It's the most populated city in China with a population of more than 24 million and growing.<br />
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Rapid developments and a massive transformation over the last few decades has seen the emergence of a plethora of high rise buildings everywhere literally. Shanghai is China's financial capital and is on a quest to becoming a global financial hub.<br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">We weren't blessed with the best weather but I'm glad the pollution levels weren't at an all time high.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"> I love the mix of modern and ancient architecture. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">The beautiful Yu Garden, believed to have been built during the Ming Dynasty.</span><br />
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of travelling in China. The language barrier of not speaking Mandarin meant
getting around was difficult. A lot of people don’t speak
English so it was either rely on the internet to get information or point at
things. There was no easy way around it. Taking the metro is probably the
easiest form of transportation as it’s not only inexpensive but navigating
through the many lines available is relatively easy with English signage.<o:p></o:p></span></span><br />
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online as getting tickets on the day can be a difficult
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<span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Yang’s Dumplings is a popular chain of restaurants with several branches throughout the city. It has been mentioned in guide books and is a must visit. Yang's Shanghainese style pan-fried dumplings are iconic. </span></span><br />
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<span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: inherit;">From a distance you'll </span></span><span style="font-family: inherit;">see the brightly lit signs and the words ‘Yang’s Dumpling'.</span></div>
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parcels of 4. In</span></span><span style="font-family: inherit;"> a fluffy bread like skin and coated with sesame seed and spring onion, </span>the bottoms of the dumplings have been shallow fried to a crispy golden brown. <br />
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<span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: inherit;">The ‘Shepherd's Purse and Pork Dumplings (RMB
10.00)’are similar to the pork dumplings but contains a lot more greens and it isn’t as juicy nor as
flavoursome. <o:p></o:p></span></span><br />
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<span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: inherit;">‘Pork Wonton (RMB 10.00)’ is a generous
portion of slippery smooth dumplings with small pieces of meat encased in a soft
pastry skin. The bowl is filled with a light broth which we found to be a bit bland. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: inherit;">The ‘Fish Ball Soup (RMB 9.00)’ has tender
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Shanghai dumplings with branches located throughout the city. I would personally just stick to the dumplings. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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Devon Cafe is a casual eatery located in Surry Hills, only a short stroll from Central Station. It's a place that has had numerous rave reviews and a favourite among many. They are expanding their business and have recently relocated to Barangaroo after closing their popular cafe Devon on Danks in Waterloo.<br />
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We visited Devon Cafe on a winter weekend morning and it was packed. We anticipated a long wait time given the number of people standing outside but we managed to get a table in less than 15 minutes, only be squished together on a table meant for two when we were a party of three. Though, we didn't really mind.<br />
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From the outside, the cafe looks small but upon entering you'll be surprised as it goes all the way to the backyard.<br />
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There is plenty of natural light in the sun-drenched courtyard so I took more photos than I needed to.<br />
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Their menu changes seasonally and deviates from the usual dishes we see on typical brunch menus offering a fine dining twist to the traditional breakfast and lunch options. They pride themselves on using quality ingredients that are locally sourced or house made.<br />
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It was truffle season so that meant there were special offerings of dishes with truffles. Oh what a luxury!<br />
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The 'Ultimate Toastie ($33.00)' is an expensive dish but when you include truffles in anything, the price seems to skyrocket. This is for your mushroom lovers out there cause there was a whole load of mushrooms.<br />
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It's a heavy dish and not for the faint hearted. You got melted cheese on top of a heap of mushrooms and two slices of crusty sourdough bread. Then there's the double serving of eggs on top with a generous shaving of truffles. A dish made for sharing as it could be too much for one.<br />
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'Breakfast with Sakuma's ($26.00)' is a top rated dish here and has made its rounds through Instagram and I now know why. Just look at the beauty of it.<br />
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The 63 degree egg is poached perfectly leaving a translucent texture. The miso grilled salmon is well seasoned and cooked to perfection. The meat is moist and falls off easily. While I'm not a salmon fan, I found the fish to be fresh and not fishy as some have previously commented.<br />
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'Crab Gone Chili ($25.00)' is my dish of choice. Angel hair pasta with blue spanner crab, garlic oil and a zesty herb crumb is deliciously tasty and wonderfully balanced. The specks of chilli gave it a nice flavour hit.<br />
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Coffee here is brewed well. A strong cuppa is a great start to the day.<br />
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The matcha latte is smooth and rejuvenating.<br />
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A nice cafe offering something different from traditional breakfast and lunch menus. While I do find that it is over hyped, the food combinations worked well together.<br />
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76 Devonshire St<br />
Surry Hills NSW 2010<br />
Australia<br />
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Phone no: 02 9211 8777<br />
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<b>Opening Hours</b><br />
Monday - Friday 7:00am - 4:00pm<br />
Saturday - Sunday 8:00am - 3:30pm<br />
Public Holidays 8:00am - 3:30pm<br />
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<b>Website</b><br />
www.devoncafe.com.au<br />
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Jennyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17304819320338742618noreply@blogger.com076 Devonshire St, Surry Hills NSW 2010, Australia-33.8859365 151.20777509999994-33.885986 151.20769609999994 -33.885887 151.20785409999993tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4778499808848293799.post-35938486527041421532016-10-10T21:37:00.000+11:002016-10-10T21:48:42.385+11:00White Taro - Surry Hills - Sydney, Australia<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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<span style="text-align: left;">I'm back! These two months have gone by very quickly and Christmas is just around the corner might I just add. Will be jetting off to China, specifically Shanghai and Beijing soon, so I hope to share some reviews in the coming months. I haven't been to either of those cities so I'm really looking forward to this trip.</span></div>
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Now that Daylight Savings has kicked in with the lovely Spring weather, hope you've all been getting out of the house and enjoying yourselves outdoors. I suddenly felt like eating chips, so here I am eating a bag of Calbee barbecue flavoured corn chips. Oh so tasty.<br />
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White Taro is a fusion Vietnamese cafe by day and restaurant by night serving South-East Asian inspired dishes. Located on the corner of Albion Street in the hip suburb of Surry Hills, it's a short walk from the train station and can be easily spotted. Having only been open for close to a year, it has generated quite an interest on social media. They've recently started dinner service, led by Angie Hong, the mother of top chef Dan Hong.<br />
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The interior is simple and cosy. There's is more seating at the back and in days of warmth and sunshine, it will be nice to sit at these tables basking in the sun.<br />
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Look at that crackling! 'Taro's Deconstructed Banh Mi ($19.00)' is not the usual banh mi you'll find at a Vietnamese bakery. They've added a modern spin to it and it is specially made with ingredients you wouldn't usually associate with a banh mi and DIY too. Crispy pork belly, pickles, kumquat butter, chicken orange pate and apple and date chutney, all beautifully presented on a wooden board with a freshly baked baguette. The combination of flavours worked well together.<br />
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'Chook in Broth ($15.00)' is deceptively big in size. The chicken is flamed grilled and placed on top of a bed of egg noodles with pickles, a gooey egg and mushrooms, in a light and hearty broth. The marinated chicken is wonderfully charred leaving it juicy and tender.<br />
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A side of 'Chips ($4.00)' is always a must. Unfortunately, I was down with the cold so my intake of hot chips was kept to a minimum. It could have been a bit crunchier but the side of aioli was a plus.<br />
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I ordered the 'Ice Coffee ($6.00)' for myself. I was asked whether I wanted it with ice-cream and I said just ice, much to my friend's disbelief. How could you have iced coffee without ice-cream? I succumbed to peer pressure and it tasted so good because of it, so lesson learnt, have it with ice-cream.<br />
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'Vietnamese Iced Coffee ($6.00)' is a much stronger version of the regular coffee. It packs a whole lot of punch and is traditionally made with condensed milk.<br />
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While prices are slightly higher than other cafes in the area, the food is worth a visit.<br />
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67 Albion Street<br />
Surry Hills NSW 2010<br />
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Phone no: 02 9211 0108<br />
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<b>Opening Hours</b><br />
Monday - Closed<br />
Tuesday - 7:00am to 4:00pm<br />
Wednesday - Saturday: 7:00am to 10:00pm<br />
Sunday: 7:00am to 4:00pm<br />
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<b>Website</b><br />
www.whitetaro.com.au<br />
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Jennyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17304819320338742618noreply@blogger.com067 Albion St, Surry Hills NSW 2010, Australia-33.8830922 151.21124940000004-33.8831402 151.21117040000004 -33.8830442 151.21132840000004tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4778499808848293799.post-68716137497024557072016-08-07T19:05:00.001+10:002016-08-07T22:12:52.230+10:00Yung Kee Restaurant 鏞記酒家 - Central - Kowloon, Hong Kong<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
Sometimes do you feel like you've eaten way too much? I definitely feel like I over ate this week. Too much good food that I can't say no to. How could one resist right? This will be my last Hong Kong post before I go on a short hiatus to study for my pending exam, then I will be back with more catch up entries.<br />
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Mention the restaurant Yung Kee to any local Hong Kong resident and they would most likely know what you're referring to. It's acknowledged as Hong Kong's roast goose institution and is internationally acclaimed.<br />
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In the past few years it has made the headlines countless times due to the ongoing family feud over the ownership of the restaurant. Late last year, the court issued a winding up order to take effect for this iconic restaurant so we made it a point to visit before it eventually liquidates in the near future. <br />
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It's the only place in Hong Kong that still cooks their meat in a charcoal fired oven as the government no longer issues permits the use of this equipment.<br />
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The setting is classy and more formal than the regular barbecue joint that one is use to. This also means the food is much more expensive. It's a big restaurant that occupies a few floors but it does get busy so do place a reservation if you intend on going during prime times.<br />
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Having had a big lunch, we decided to order a select few dishes to try.<br />
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The 'Signature Charcoal Roasted Goose Leg (regular for 2-4 person portion)' arrived looking rather different to what we had in mind. This was not the leg but the breast! Indeed they gave us the wrong part of the goose so it was taken back to the kitchen promptly.<br />
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In a short span of time, the much anticipated goose leg arrived looking stunningly glossy. Hallelujah! They charge extra for the goose leg as it's the most popular part of the goose.<br />
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The goose is a much fatter meat compared to the duck and this is what gives it more flavour. You can see that there is a layer of fat beneath the skin. The flesh was wonderfully moist and succulent with a subtle smokey taste. The sweet braised sauce they added made it extra delicious. The skin wasn't very crispy which was disappointing. <br />
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A side of 'Gai Lan (Chinese Broccoli) with Oyster Sauce' was a nice accompaniment to balance out our meaty meal.<br />
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These dishes are best eaten with a bowl of hot 'Steamed Rice'.<br />
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This was probably the most expensive roast meat meal we had in Hong Kong. In addition to the standard prices there is also a 10% service charge on top. I say go for the dining experience but we probably wouldn't go again unless it was for a special occasion.<br />
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Then it was off to McDonald's for their limited time dessert, the 'Sweet Potato Ice-cream Cone'. It was vibrantly purple and that was pretty much the only positive. I do like the regular vanilla ice-cream cones but unfortunately this was too sweet.<br />
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32-40 Wellington St<br />
Central<br />
Hong Kong<br />
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Phone no: (852) 2522 1624<br />
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7 Days a Week<br />
11:00am - 11:30pm<br />
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Jennyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17304819320338742618noreply@blogger.com0Central, Hong Kong22.281193695281683 114.1555141269836922.280962695281683 114.15519762698369 22.281424695281682 114.15583062698369tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4778499808848293799.post-49973967999015119292016-07-24T21:11:00.001+10:002016-07-25T07:32:19.476+10:00Kam's Roast Goose 甘牌燒鵝 - Wan Chai - Kowloon, Hong Kong<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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How could one go to Hong Kong without having Cantonese style roast meats? We certainly didn't miss it. It's hands down one of the quintessential iconic eats that is available on nearly every street and corner. A trip to Hong Kong is not complete without having at least one classic roast meat dish. Whether it be duck, goose, pork or chicken.<br />
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After arriving at our hotel and checking in, we made our way to Wan Chai for a late lunch. With a complimentary portable mobile provided by the hotel, getting around was relatively straightforward.<br />
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This was the amazing view from our room. For those who are looking for a place that is central and close to public transport, I do recommend the Cordis Hotel at Langham Place in Mongkok.<br />
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Kam's Roast Goose is owned by Hardy Kam, the grandson of the late Kam Shui Fai who was the founder of the famous and internationally acclaimed Yung Kee Restaurant, which I'll be posting about later.<br />
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While it's relatively new in the food scene, having opened in 2014, it has built up a loyal following. Within four months of opening it was awarded the coveted 1 star in the Michelin Guide in 2015 and then again in 2016.<br />
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Business here is brisk and if you come during busy lunch hours be prepared to wait. Most locals order the roast goose leg so be clear and concise in what you order or end up with the breast meat.<br />
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It's a simple, clean and modest eatery that focuses mainly on roast meats unlike Yung Kee which has a wider selection of Cantonese food. With a seating capacity of 30 there isn't much room but if you don't want to wait the option to take away is available.<br />
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As the name of the restaurant suggests, the roast goose is their specialty. The goose here is roasted in a gas oven in contrast to its father restaurant which uses the traditional method of cooking in the charcoal oven.<br />
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Service is friendly and courteous. They even helped us with what to order as there were so many options to choose from. They suggested we order the set menu as you get to try more and it's better value so that's what we ordered.<br />
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The 'House Soup' is a personal favourite of mine. I really enjoyed the version here as it wasn't diluted and was loaded with flavour and nutrients. Pure comfort food.<br />
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The 'Roast Goose and Roast Pork Combination' was delicious. The roast pork was juicy, succulent and fatty. The roast goose skin was slightly crispy and the meat was tender.<br />
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The roast meat came with two dipping sauces. A mustard style sauce and a subtly sweet plum sauce for the goose.<br />
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The 'Fresh Braised Tofu' was surprisingly tasty. It's marinated with a soy sauce and silky smooth on the palate.<br />
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'Sesame Oil Marinated Cucumbers' is served cold. It was wonderfully crunchy in texture and we really liked the mix of garlic and chillies to give it a bit of a spice kick.<br />
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We enjoyed our experience at Kam's Roast Goose. The prices are reasonable and of the three places we tried in Hong Kong, this was our favourite.<br />
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<b>Where?</b><br />
G/F, Po Wah Commercial Center<br />
226 Hennessy Rd<br />
Wanchai<br />
Hong Kong<br />
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Phone no: 85 2 2520 1110<br />
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7 Days a Week<br />
11:30am - 9:30pm<br />
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Owned by celebrity chef Bill Granger, Bills has been on the top of my to go to places for a long time. I've heard rave reviews about the fluffy ricotta pancakes. With my friend from Brisbane in town for the weekend it was a good chance to try out the cafe as she had a craving for pancakes. This is coming from someone who can eat chocolate and anything sweet all day long.<br />
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She never fails to bring the rain with her when she comes to Sydney. Every time she visits it rains heavily regardless of whether it is Summer or Winter. We always make a joke about it and this time was no exception.<br />
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It was a cold, wet and windy morning. We started at Central Station and walked up the steep hills of Surry Hills with our umbrellas held up high to combat the rain coming from all directions. Finally we reached our destination on Crown Street.<br />
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It was buzzing with patrons and thankfully we managed to grab a table straightaway, albeit the last non-sharing table. Its modern, warm and very relaxed inside.<br />
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We started off with the essential coffees to kick start the day. Brewed with beans from Single Origin Roasters, the 'Latte ($4.10)' and 'Cappuccino($4.10)' were robust and smooth without the bitterness.<br />
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There are a number of items to choose from their breakfast menu, from the basic toasts and spreads to the more elaborate dishes such as the crisp fried rice. We chose to share two of their classic items.<br />
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The highly anticipated 'Ricotta Hotcakes ($22.00)' arrived looking amazingly thick and fluffy with a blob of honeycomb butter and a side of maple syrup. Generous slices of banana are hidden beneath the three hotcakes. Where out thou more butter? The butter to pancake ratio was lacking. There just wasn't enough for us butter lovers.<br />
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The inside of the hotcakes had hidden chunks of ricotta giving it a light and airy texture. Delicious and tasty hotcakes that weren't dense and had the right sweetness level.<br />
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The 'Corn Fritters ($23.00)' is another one of their signature dishes. An abundance of sweet and juicy corn kernels combined together in a light batter, is served with roast tomatoes, spinach and crispy bacon. We also added 'Avocado Salsa ($4.00)' which I would definitely recommend as the fritters could be dry on its own.<br />
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The service is attentive and prompt. Prices are on the expensive side for these simple dishes but they don't compromise on the quality of their ingredients. Breakfast is served till midday.<br />
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<b>Where?</b><br />
359 Crown St<br />
Surry Hills NSW 2010<br />
Australia<br />
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Phone no: 02 9360 4762<br />
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Monday - Friday: 7am - 10pm<br />
Saturday - Sunday: 7am - 10pm<br />
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www.bills.com.au<br />
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Textbook Boulangerie Pattisserie offers delicious pastries, cakes and bread. </div>
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Located on busy Botany Road in Alexandria, its been open for close to a year now and has garnered a following after making its rounds on social media.<br />
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After having lunch at BOB, a pop up restaurant in Rosebery by Three Blue Ducks, we quickly drove down the road to to the patisserie to have dessert.<br />
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Arriving with minimal time before closing, most of the small cakes were sold out. With less than half an hour to go, we chose our cakes, got our coffees and scoffed everything down. We even got some cakes to take away. So greedy we are. How could one resist? The cakes are all so pretty.</div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">The '<span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; line-height: 23.52px;">White Chocolate, Mango, Kaffir Lime & Coconut Cak</span><strong style="background-color: white; color: #222222; line-height: 23.52px;">e</strong> (8.50)'</span> tastes as good as it looks. I'm drawn by the Asian inspired flavours. Encased in a white chocolate mousse wall and filled with coconut dacquoise and layers of kaffir custard and mango jelly. A beautiful creamy dessert that's not too sweet.</div>
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The pastel green 'Apple Crumble Cake ($8.50)' is one of their most popular cakes for a reason. It's smooth, glossy and has amazing textures. The crumbly biscuit base and the apple custard mousse go so well together, with bits of poached cinnamon apple pieces hiding within.<br />
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'The Blueberry Cheesecake ($8.50)' looks aesthetically amazing with deep purple impressions. A picture perfect dome shaped cheesecake that is not too rich nor too heavy, balanced out by the thick biscuit base.<br />
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Texbook Patisserie have been releasing new croissant flavours every weekend that are strictly limited in quantities. Recent savoury flavours have included truffle and foie gras. Apparently you have to go early in the morning to grab one one these delicacies as they do sell out quickly.<br />
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Worth going to for a decent sweet fix if you are in the area.<br />
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<b>Where?</b><br />
274 Botany Rd<br />
Alexandria NSW 2015<br />
Australia<br />
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Phone no:(02) 9699 6156<br />
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<b>Opening Hours</b><br />
Monday: Closed<br />
Tuesday - Friday: 7:00am to 3:00pm<br />
Saturday: 7:00am to 4:00pm<br />
Sunday: 7:00am to 2:00pm<br />
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<b>Website</b><br />
www.textbookpatisserie.com.au<br />
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There are two famous claypot rice joints near Mongkok, Hing Kee Claypot Rice Restaurant and Four Seasons Pot Rice. The decision was pretty easy. One was outside in the open air and the latter had indoor seating. On that particular night it was cold so we chose to go with Four Seasons Pot Rice in Yau Ma Tei.</div>
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Claypot rice is essentially rice grains slowly cooked with your choice of toppings over a high heat charcoal fire. It is served piping hot and the bottom layer of the pot has a crunchy crust with a slightly smoky taste.</div>
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My colleague who is from Hong Kong always tells me the best thing to eat there is the claypot rice. It's his favourite comfort food and I was curious to find out why. I'm particularly fond of the Singaporean and Malaysian version of the claypot rice as it is well seasoned. The Hong Kong one is similar but it comes in a plain state and you have to add the provided seasoning to give it flavour.<br />
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We were lucky to get a table arriving just after 6pm, but as soon as we were seated the line outside got longer. It's a hit with the locals and even celebrities so be prepared to wait. Sharing a table with others is a possibility. The inside is basic and no-frills yet charmingly old school.<br />
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There are over 30 claypot options to choose from spanning across a few pages in both English and Chinese. Four Seasons has a few house specialties such as ducks feet, eel and frog. Yes you read right, frog! We weren't too adventurous so we chose to go with the traditional options.<br />
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A bottle of sweet soy sauce is presented at the table before the claypot arrives. Once the claypot arrives at the table, take off the lid and quickly put in the seasoning. Add it liberally. Then close the lid so the flavours penetrate into the rice.<br />
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The 'Chicken and Salted Fish Pot Rice (HKD 51.00 )' is subtle and not overpowering with the salted fish. The rice is cooked perfectly leaving it fluffy and fragrant.<br />
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The 'Chinese Sausage and Chicken Pot Rice (HKD 51.00)' embodies a plethora of flavours and the beautiful aroma whiffs through the air once you open the lid. The chicken is tender and the fatty lap cheong is delicious.<br />
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What I like about the Hong Kong claypot rice is having the flexibility to adjust the seasoning to your own preferences allowing the combination of flavours and textures to be infused together. The portions are generous in size and each pot can easily be shared among two people.<br />
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We also ordered a side of vegetables.<br />
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Four Seasons Pot Rice restaurant is an unpretentious and cheap eatery that serves excellent claypot rice. Go early and be prepared to queue for a table.<br />
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The line stretched all the way down the street when we left. I've heard that the waiting time could be up to an hour or even longer.<br />
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<b>Where?</b><br />
46-58 Arthur St<br />
Yau Ma Tei<br />
Hong Kong<br />
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7 Days a Week<br />
6:00pm - 12:00am<br />
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Jennyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17304819320338742618noreply@blogger.com1Arts Mansion, 46-58 Arthur St, Yau Ma Tei, Hong Kong22.3115225 114.1705514999999922.3110635 114.16992099999999 22.311981499999998 114.17118199999999tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4778499808848293799.post-51603064196007216012016-06-13T11:26:00.002+10:002016-06-13T19:08:14.636+10:00Tsui Wah Restaurant 翠華餐廳 - Mongkok - Kowloon, Hong Kong<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
Happy Queen's Birthday! Hope you're all having a great long weekend. Can't believe it's June already. This year has flown by just like that. Continuing on with the Hong Kong posts before my memory becomes a blur, I do have a few more posts to go through and then it will be on to Singapore.<br />
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Tsui Wah Restaurant is a well known, if not the most famous Cha Chaan Teng or otherwise known as a Hong Kong tea restaurant in Hong Kong. With numerous branches throughout Hong Kong, China and Macau, it can nearly be found everywhere. They are open 24 hours so whenever you are hungry it can be easily accessible no matter what time of the day it is.<br />
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As we were staying in Mongkok, there was one a few minutes away from our hotel.<br />
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It's a local eatery visited by locals, serving a great variety of affordable fusion style Western and Cantonese comfort food.<br />
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In the cold one needs to eat something to keep warm so we decided on the 'Fish Ball and Fish Cakes with Flat Rice Noodles in Fish Soup (HKD 30.00)'.<br />
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The fish balls are made fresh daily using over 10 varieties of fresh fish and yellow eels as they claim. They are plump and bouncy in texture. The milky fish broth had a subtle and pleasant taste without being overpowering.<br />
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The noodles are thick and slippery making it very easy to eat . It just needs some more soup as the noodles absorbed most of it.<br />
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If you do like spicy foods, I recommend you eating it with this sauce. It's divine!<br />
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A must visit anytime during the day. We also came here for breakfast before our flight back home. They offer good value breakfast sets.<br />
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G/F, 244 Portland St,<br />
Mongkok<br />
Hong Kong<br />
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Phone no: +85 2 2392 3889<br />
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24 Hours Daily<br />
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A trip to Berry is not complete without a visit to The Famous Berry Donut Van. The name says it all.<br />
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After lunch at the Sourdough Cafe, we took a stroll along the main strip of Berry to explore the little specialty shops. Once we walked a bit, it was off to the van to get the much raved about cinnamon donuts. The smell of these fried goodies could be smelt from a distance away. Made fresh on the spot, these donuts are cooked to order and freshness is guaranteed.<br />
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I missed it the last time I was in Berry and have wanted to try it ever since. Give me a piping hot cinnamon donut over those gourmet ones any day.<br />
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We ordered the '6 Donuts ($9.00)' to share. These hot donuts are deep fried giving it a crispy outer crust and fluffy inside. Coated with the right amount of cinnamon sugar, they were scrumptious. Oh so good!<br />
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What makes these donuts different to those sold by the franchises? It's cooked by hand and not by a machine. They aren't perfectly round and might be irregular sized but they sure do taste great. Though they are larger than the standard sized cinnamon donuts. Yay, more for us.<br />
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A must stop when driving to the South Coast.<br />
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73 Queen St<br />
Berry NSW 2535<br />
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9:00am - 6:00pm<br />
Friday - Saturday<br />
9:00am - 9:30pm<br />
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The weather today was perfect for a day trip to the small town of Berry, located in the South Coast of NSW, an hour and a half drive from Sutherland. My best friends and I have wanted to go for some time now but have had to cancel due to the wet weather previously. I went on a family trip many years ago and really enjoyed the time there. It's nice going out of Sydney once in a while to just relax and unwind.<br />
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There a number of cafes and restaurants in Berry with good reviews to choose from. Our cafe of choice was the Berry Sourdough Cafe. We actually planned to have brunch there after perusing their menu online, only to have missed it by 20 minutes, leaving us a bit disappointed. Shy 10 minutes of 12pm, we waited for lunch service to start.<br />
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<span style="text-align: left;">A lovely and cosy standalone cafe with a bakery in house, they pride themselves on using local produce and that's definitely something I highly regard. Support local business!</span></div>
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The pastries and breads on display looked delicious. If only we had more stomach space we would have had desserts too. We were saving ourselves for the cinnamon doughnuts from the famous Berry Doughnut van for later.<br />
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I guess it was a calling. Initially, I was going to order the chicken dish below, but changed my mind last minute. The 'Rigatoni ($20.00)' with Spanish pork sausage, roast fennel and sofrito was all sorts of amazing. On initial bite of the al dente pasta, the tomato based sauce was exploding with flavour from the aromatic ingredients used. I ate every last bit on the plate. Superb! It comes with dollops of mascarpone but I asked for it to be excluded.<br />
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From their specials board, The 'Roasted Chicken Maryland ($24.00)' is a simple and hearty home-style dish. The chicken was well seasoned and the chicken meat was moist. The side of kipfler potatoes, and the apple and cabbage is a refreshing accompaniment.<br />
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'Matcha Latte ($4.00)' is a surprising item on the menu. We didn't expect to see it in Berry. It had a decent amount of matcha powder in it and I really enjoyed the frothiness. Unfortunately the cinnamon powder on the top gave it a strange taste, more like a chai latte.<br />
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The 'Cappucino ($4.00)' here is a good cup of coffee. The beans are strong and punchy without giving the bitter aftertaste.<br />
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Service was great, the staff were really friendly and attentive. Most importantly, the food was excellent and the freshness of the ingredients used showed in their dishes . What more could one ask for?<br />
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*Credits to my best friend Anny for her sign photo. Do visit her blog at http://anythingandsomethings.blogspot.com.au/. It's an interesting read on her life and previous work secondments to Amsterdam and San Francisco.<br />
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<b>Where?</b><br />
23 Prince Alfred St<br />
Berry NSW 2535<br />
Australia<br />
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Phone no: 02 4464 1617<br />
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<b>Opening Hours</b><br />
Breakfast<br />
Wednesday to Sunday: 8:00am - 11:30am<br />
Lunch<br />
Wednesday to Sunday: 12:00pm - 3:00pm<br />
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<b>Website</b><br />
www.berrysourdoughcafe.com.au<br />
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I'm taking a short break from my holiday posts as its been a while since I last posted about a local restaurant. I think it's about time I do and what better way to get back into it by blogging about a cafe in the Shire. The place I call home.<br />
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Gerrale Street Kitchen is a new kid on the block, located on you guessed it Gerrale Street in Cronulla. One street away from the sandy shores of the beach, it's follows the open kitchen concept and associates itself with LA dining trends. That is, the inspiration comes from the casual fine diners in LA.<br />
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The design and layout is simple, open and airy. There is plenty of natural light going around and definitely Instagram worthy. Best of all there is lots of seating (200 to be exact) and you don't have to queue on a weekend for breakfast most of the time. I'm too use to waiting over half an hour for a table at popular cafes in Sydney and sometimes leaving disappointed with the quality of the food.<br />
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Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Their all day menu is not very extensive but there is a variety to choose from.<br />
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Having consumed a Vietnamese pork roll for breakfast, I decided a lighter lunch option would be preferable. The 'Warm Belgium Waffles ($15.00)' were delightfully presented. You may be thinking dessert for lunch? It does work and I really enjoyed the flavour combinations. Not just prettiness on a plate.<br />
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Wonderfully crispy waffles topped with whipped cinnamon ricotta, yuzu curd and raspberries. The fluffy ricotta balanced out the sweetness of the waffles and the yuzu curd gave it a zesty hit. Yummy!<br />
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The 'Fresh Canadian Stack ($15.90)' is made using brioche bread and then topped with smoked bacon, banana, maple, pecan crumble and mascarpone. The addition of bacon gives it a savoury component.<br />
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While it was nice and had good flavours, there was no wow factor unfortunately.<br />
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My friends and I particularly liked the 'Fresh House Blended Juices($7.00)'. The first one is a mix of watermelon, apple and mint. The second is a mix of orange, pineapple, mint and lemon. Both were refreshing.<br />
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How could one leave without having coffee? Not as strong as one would like but a decent cuppa.<br />
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If you live close by or don't mind the drive down, do give this place a try and see it for yourself. A bit too chilly for a swim at the beach but perfect for walks on warm and sunny days. The casual setting and nice ambience of the cafe is a plus. That woodfired pizza is calling me...to be back for dinner one day.<br />
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19-21 Gerrale St<br />
Cronulla NSW 2230<br />
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Phone no: 02 9523 4111<br />
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<b>Opening Hours</b><br />
Monday - Friday<br />
8:00am - 12:00pm<br />
Saturday - Sunday<br />
7:00am - 12:00pm<br />
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<b>Website</b><br />
www.gerralestkitchen.com.au<br />
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Hong Kong isn't all about modern and flashy restaurants. There's more to it. Search and you'll find hidden treasures.<br />
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We didn't expect a hawker type of food court in the city of Hong Kong. I was surprised.<br />
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Mui Kee Congee is located at the top level of Fa Yen St Market. It's a family owned business and has been open for decades. They've been mentioned in a number of guides and have been on numerous TV programs so they do get a lot of tourists. There is a menu in Chinese, English and Japanese.<br />
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The surrounding environment may look unclean and unhygienic but don't be intimidated by the interior.<br />
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We ordered the 'Fish Congee (HKD 30.00)' which is made from a fish broth . A hot and steamy bowl of delicious congee came out less than five minutes after ordering.<br />
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The texture of the congee is superb. It's consistently smooth and velvety from hours of slow cooking. The ginger and shallot garnish gives it a nice balance.<br />
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The fresh fish slices were tender and juicy but be careful of the tiny bones.<br />
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The elderly man who was manning the shop told us we had to add pepper to make it more flavoursome. I love pepper so yes to pepper!<br />
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A hearty and wholesome dish away from home. It's real affordable, portions are generous and a rare find in the bustling city of Hong Kong.<br />
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Shop 11-12, 4F,<br />
156 Fa Yuen St<br />
Mongkok<br />
Hong Kong<br />
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Phone no: +85 2 2789 0198<br />
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7 Days a Week<br />
6:30am - 3:00pm<br />
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Jennyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17304819320338742618noreply@blogger.com0156 Fa Yuen St, Mong Kok, Hong Kong22.321761 114.1707989999999921.8493045 113.52260549999998 22.7942175 114.8189925tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4778499808848293799.post-69200330511608040792016-05-04T20:31:00.000+10:002016-05-04T21:44:47.639+10:00Kam Wah Cafe 金華冰廳 - Mongkok - Kowloon, Hong Kong<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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Vouched by many as having the best polo bun in Hong Kong, Kam Wah Cafe has got a massive following for a reason. Also known as a 'bo lo bao' or 'pineapple bun', it doesn't contain any pineapple but resembles a pineapple epicarp.<br />
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Kam Wah Cafe are famous for their egg tarts and polo buns. Most customers takeaway but we opted to dine in.<br />
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It's busy and noisy in the early morning. We take a seat at a booth table right at the back as there are no more tables. The other option is sharing.<br />
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The 'Polo Bun (HKD 10.00)' is freshly baked and served straight from the oven with a thick slab of butter sandwiched between the bun. It was still warm when it arrived at the table, allowing the butter to melt slowly. The bread is soft, light and fluffy on the inside. This is nice contrast to the golden crust on the top which is wonderfully crispy without being too sweet. My favourite part!<br />
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The 'Coffee (HKD 17.00)' was nothing to rave about. It was rather bland and lacked that coffee hit .The old school cups suits the atmosphere of the cha chaan teng .<br />
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My love for the 'Iced Lemon Tea (HKD 19.00)' started from this moment. It was like no iced lemon tea I've ever tasted. It wasn't overly sweet like those ones you find in the bottles and it actually had the taste of real lemons. So good.<br />
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Do give the polo bun a try and you won't be disappointed.<br />
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<b>Where?</b><br />
G/F, 47 Bute St<br />
Prince Edward<br />
Hong Kong<br />
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Phone no: +85 2 2392 6830<br />
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<b>Opening Hours</b><br />
7 Days a Week<br />
6:30am - 12:00am<br />
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Jennyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17304819320338742618noreply@blogger.com047 Bute St, Mong Kok, Hong Kong22.322313 114.16977859999997-3.3327584999999971 72.685403599999972 47.9773845 155.65415359999997tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4778499808848293799.post-43007388877511892582016-05-02T21:00:00.002+10:002016-05-03T21:11:18.519+10:00Tai Cheong Bakery 泰昌餅家 - Central - Kowloon, Hong Kong<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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A few minute walk up Wellington Street and you'll find Tai Cheong Bakery.<br />
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Tai Cheong Bakery is a traditional Hong Kong bakery famous for their freshly baked egg tarts. We actually stumbled upon it by mistake, only stopping to see what was inside after seeing a group of tourists standing at the front of the store.<br />
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We were only eyeing one item, the tarts. Look at that yellow hue.<br />
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The 'Egg Tarts (HKD 8.00)' are served hot, straight from the oven. Perfectly round with a shortbread type crust. It's buttery and crumbles after each bite like a cookie. The egg custard was firm at the top with a silky smooth and creamy inside. Delicious!<br />
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Affordable and worth a try if you're in the area.<br />
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<b>Where?</b><br />
G/F, 35 Lyndhurst Terrace,<br />
Central<br />
Hong Kong<br />
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Phone no: +85 2 8300 8301<br />
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<b>Opening Hours</b><br />
Monday - Saturday: 7:30am - 9:00pm<br />
Sunday: 8:30am - 9:00pm<br />
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<b>Website</b><br />
www.taoheung.com.hk<br />
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