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Chinese New Year Menu 2013: Ti Chen Chinese Restaurant, The Saujana Hotel

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Post published:January 11, 2013
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One of the most memorable dim sum meals I had in 2012 was here at Ti Chen. The lovely pink dumpling, black egg tarts and charcoal buns are forever etched in my memory. Attractive not merely in looks, the dim sum tasted fantastic too!

Last year’s Chinese New Year preview showcased basic and traditional Chinese fare. This year, the chef has taken steps to evolve with times and had adapted some novelty into his creations to tease our discerning tastebuds.
It’s always a challenge when you try to be funky, and in most cases, more often than not it’s a matter of trial and error before a dish becomes an accepted adaption, and then hopefully evolves to be a signature or a raving favourite.
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Kathmandu, Nepal 2012 : Chitwan National Park – Elephant rides, baby rhinos and more!

Post author:Rebecca Saw
Post published:January 9, 2013
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NOTE: Delayed postings as I was waiting for the video to be ready. Now it seems that there are more issues with the editing so I’m publishing my posts without further delays. Enjoy! 🙂

On the very day that we arrived in Kathmandu, we were whisked from the airport to a quick lunch before heading straight to Chitwan National Park, a UNESCO designated World Heritage Site (in 1984) in the district that extends over four districts: Chitwan, Nawalparasi, Parsa and Makwanpur, covering an area of 93,200 hectares.

Chitwan National Park was established in 1973 and it’s Nepal’s first National Park. It is home to one of the last populations of single-horned Asiatic rhinoceros and is also one of the last refuges of the Bengal Tiger.
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Jaan, Singapore – my lunch: the Autumn-Inspired Artisanal Menu

Post author:Rebecca Saw
Post published:January 8, 2013
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2012 had been an incredible year.
I went to places that I had never dreamt possible, dined on dishes so adeptly executed that my tastebuds are now eternally spoiled and over the course of the journey I have chatted and learnt much from many highly accomplished chefs. The wealth of knowledge and the development of my own palate for food, fine produce, wine and spirits has been wondrous. Yes, 2012 was remarkable and I don’t see myself slowing down in 2013.

Out of a sparse few, a particular meal that lingered in memory for 2012 was one I had just last month in Singapore. For the gourmet, Jaan in Singapore is no stranger on the culinary scene.

For some of us, dining in Singapore can be a pain for the pocket. For Jaan, and though SGD68 (RM170) may not be your usual budget for a meal, I believe you will find the price well worth the splurge for a taste of the exquisite creations of Chef Julien Royer. Come to think of it, you would be paying north of RM120++ for some mediocre buffet in KL anyways.
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TEN on Changkat – food & alcohol for RM10!

Post author:Rebecca Saw
Post published:January 4, 2013
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With a tagline like “Over a 100 drinks, appetizers & snacks for RM 10 only!“, it wasn’t long before I found myself sitting here at TEN on Changkat flipping through the menu.

TEN on Changkat menu:

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Swich Cafe, Publika – Mangosteen Cake, Burnt Sugar Cake & Red Velvet

Post author:Rebecca Saw
Post published:January 2, 2013
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CC had somehow done it again. Just as I thought I had sampled the best of her cakes, she came up with an avocado cake!

Here’s my loot just yesterday, a reward for myself after appearing on Bella Society on NTV7, marking a great start to the year 2013. 🙂

Thanks to Daphne for the pictures of us on air, live on NTV7 Bella! :DD

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Renoma Cafe Gallery – Sunday Brunch @ RM85++

Post author:Rebecca Saw
Post published:December 31, 2012
Post category:Food
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UPDATE: 28th January 2013.

After the comment left by Ryan as below (comments section) as well as some comments I’ve got from a few friends who went, I have decided that there are enough FACTS for me to update my post here. According to the reports, the food standard has dropped tremendously due to the popularity of the brunch. Service was incredibly slow too. I had somehow foreseen that this might happen once the brunch gets popular and taking into consideration of menu; which as you can see, are dishes that needs great care to cook and time to prepare.
I’m sad for those who have read about this brunch (whether from my post or others) and had went in good faith to be disappointed. As such, I am now updating my review and would not personally recommend this buffet to anyone UNTIL I have again, firm reports that things have improved. I’m sure once the kitchen found its footing again, food would be as stellar as I have remembered it. Until then.

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I just had Sunday Brunch at Renoma Cafe Gallery today and I’m very impressed with the food! For RM85++, I daresay it’s one of the best buffet in town.
Prepared upon order, everything came beautifully plated, in satisfying portions and most importantly tasted fabulous!

Here’s the menu:

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Coffee Crawl: The Brew Culture, Plaza Damas – Hartamas

Post author:Rebecca Saw
Post published:December 31, 2012
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The Brew Culture, facing the main road on Jalan Sri Hartamas seemed easy enough to locate. Would you believe it if we told you it took us 30 minutes wondering around the ground floor to find it?

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Renoma Cafe Gallery – Recommended : Hanger Steak, Wagyu Ribeye & Pannacotta!

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Post published:December 29, 2012
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UPDATE: Do not miss the Sunday Brunch at Renoma Cafe Gallery here! Pictures and reviews –> RM85++ Eat All You Can Ala-Carte Buffet

I have heard a lot about this place. Even at renovation stages my friend Alven was telling me about this fabulous dining outlet that’s due to open soon.

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