It’s been awhile not updating the food outlets in Kuching aside from the hotels’ food.
Went to See Good Food Centre located at Ban Hock Road.
If not mistaken, the place is renovated.
Let’s see what we had:
Kedondong Juice and Carrot Juice。
I’m not sure what to call this fish in English. In Hokkien we called it “hong boi“.
Bitter gourd with egg.
Having crab is a must!
Drunken prawn.
In total, we spent RM76++ for this dinner.
Contact No: 082-251 397
Good news for burger fanatics! During the month of September, Puzzle restaurant, Pullman Kuching offers you Burger Mania! Various selections of burgers, available for lunch & dinner. It is catered to huge meat lovers as well as vegetarians.
Burger Mania is a creation by Chef Tonny of Pullman Kuching who has more than 15 years experience in food and beverage industry.
These burgers are not only defined as ‘Simple Burgers’, as Chef Tonny selects the best & freshest ingredients provided by our local market.
The burgers come with different patties, bread (Panini Bread, Rye Bread & Sesame Bum), toppings & condiments to suit the taste of each individuals. To add a healthy touch to it, every burger served comes with side salad.
‘Burger Mania’ offers you a sumptuous choice of:
Treat yourself to Pullman Kuching’s glorious burger feast, creation by Chef Tonny. The burger Mania ‘A la carte’ is available from 5th of September & throughout the month of September 2011.
All prices shown are subject to 10% service charge & prevailing government taxes. All the food served in Pullman Kuching is Halal certified and there is no MSG (Monosodium glutamate) added in all the food preparation. For reservations or enquiries, please contact +6(0) 82 222 888 or email to H6332@accor.com.
Club Lobby Lounge having lucky draw in this month of September. Spend RM50 in a single receipt during happy hour, from 5pm till 9pm and you will be entitled to be in the lucky draw with 3 Samsung Galaxy Tab up for grabs.
Samsung Galaxy Tab is the leading Android-based tablet computer in the world which supports phone functionality. It features a 7-inch (180mm) TFT-LCD touchscreen, Wi-Fi caoability, a 1.0GHz ARM Cortex-A8 processor, the Swype input system, a 3.2 MP rear-facing camera and a 1.3MP front-facing camera for video calls. With all these amazing features, it would be the perfect treat for yourself or your loved ones.
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Quench your thirst at Club Lobby Lounge this month and enjoy favourite Tiger draft at RM10++ per glass, and RM15++ for a glass of Guinness Stout. While you are at it, make sure to visit Club Lobby Lounge on Wednesday as it is their ladies night. Whether it is to beat the Monday Blues or to let your hair down after a long week, Ladies Night at Club Lobby Lounge lets you enjoy the refreshing Blue Lagoon Cocktail while nibbling on snacks as you sway to the music of their live band, D’Flava.
D’Flaca, a local duo which consists of Oja and Abby has a pretty amazing chemistry. Together, this energetic band light up the soul of the listeners with powerful singing voice along with amazing guitar skills. D’Flava attracts all types of audience as the songs they performed always vary from pop, alternative, country, latin, dance, Hip Hop, R&B and even oldies. Often, the music puts you in a relaxing mood for a drink or two, so Blue Lagoon Cocktail would be an excellent choice as you sway. hum or even dance along to their performance.
D’Flava performs every night from 8:45pm at Club Lobby Lounge, except for Sunday. For more information, please call 082-247 777.
This year Mid-Autumn Festival is coming on 12th September 2011. The night of the 15th of the eighth lunar month is called “Night of the Moon”.
Pullman Kuching enters the market of Mid-Autumn treats and introduces several new exciting flavours that are unique. From appearance to taste, Pullman’s Mooncakes selected recipes that push the boundaries of creativity beyond the traditional.
The Mooncakes come in a set of 4 pieces displayed in stylish custom-made casings, revealing these delectable treats to be the perfect gift for family and friends.
Besides the classic baked skin Mooncakes, Pullman Kuching offers you those different flavours:
- White & Black pearl sesame snow skin RM17.80++
- Pumpkin, red beans & aloe vera snow skin RM17.80++
- Dragon fruits & lotus seed with lemon snow skin - Tangerine, cranberry & sunflower seed with rose snow skin RM18.80++
- Baked-lotus paste with single yolk RM18.80++
- Baked Shanghai-lotus paste with single yolk - RM19.80++
- 98 degree baked spirulina flavor & sunflower seed. RM17.80++
- Baked black pearl sesame & water chestnut RM17.80++
- Tangerine, cranberry & sunflower seed with rose snow skin RM17.80++
All Mooncakes are certificated Halal, they are composed of natural fresh products and without any preservative (veggies and fruits only).
Available from now till 12th September 2011 at the hotel’s Cafe Cha@t and Nu Er Hong individual Mooncake prices range from RM17.80++ to RM19.80++.
Pullman hotel is the only place in Kuching where you can listen to JAZZ. Every Friday and Saturday between 8:15pm to 12 midnight you can enjoy a delicate time with Music Lovers. They are currently playing jazz for you at the Déjà Vu until September.
Music Lovers is a family band composed of Abang Eenbeni (Keyboardist), Stephen Adam (Saxophonist/guitarist), Maximilian Adam (Bassist) and Rufino Adam (Percussion/drummer). The group was influenced since their youngest age by American songs mainly by Stanley Getz.
The FBR TRIO band is composed of Rahim Saring (musician & vocalist), Baikuri Abdullah (musician & back-up vocal) and Fredda (vocalist). They are currently playing and sharing their great talent at Pullman Kuching 3 days a week until September.
FBR TRIO and their songs will perfectly suit to a relaxing dinner on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday at Puzzle (from 7pm to 9pm). During the second part of the night, you can continue enjoying their music at the Déjà Vu (from 9pm to 11pm).
For reservations and enquiries, please call +60 82-222 888 or email to H6332@accor.com or visit the hotel’s website at www.pullmankuching.com or www.accorhotels.com.
Diners to this year’s Ramadhan Buffet at the Borneo Convention Centre Kuching (BCCK) will be treated to a bigger and better Buffet.
Starting from 5th - 26th August 2011, the BCCK Ramadhan Buffet will be held in Great Halls ABCD which can accommodate up to 1000 diners a night. You can refer to the picture above.
BCCK’s signature offerings like Whole Roast Lamb, Shawarma, Bubur Pedas, Bubur Lambuk, Cucur Udang and many more will be available daily.
:: Whole Roast Lamb
:: The Roasted Duck and Chicken Rice Counter
:: Shawarma Counter
:: Ice Kacang
:: Beef & Chicken Satay
:: Kolomee
:: Layer Cake - Kek Lapis
:: Dessert
This year’s Ramadhan Buffet menu will rotate on a weekly basis. The menu changed every Friday.
Chocolate Fountain.
To ensure diner’s satisfaction, BCCK’s Ramadhan Buffet spread and live action stalls will be duplicated to shorten queuing time for food.
:: Bubur Pedas
:: Bubur Lambuk
Buffet favourites Poached Banana Prawns on Ice, Poached Mussels on Ice, Poached Snapper Fillet on Ice, Smoked Tenggiri, Assorted Cold Cuts, Assorted Mini Tapas, Assorted Kerabu and Sambal are also available daily.
All delicacies at BCCK’s Ramadhan Buffet are certified halal by JAIS (Department of Islamic Affairs of Sarawak). As an added attraction for all diners, there will also be a Raya Bazaar selling Raya goodies from 5th - 26th August2011.
Borneo Convention Centre Kuching (BCCK)’s Ramadhan Buffet can be enjoyed at just RM65 nett for adults and RM25 nett for children age 5 to 12. Prior reservations are required and vouchers are on sale now. For more information, call 082-392 889 from 9:00am to 6:00pm daily.
The breaking of fast is a time when one enjoys a meal after a day abstaining from food & drink. In this month of Ramadan, breaking of fast or as known locally; ‘bersungkei’ sees families congregating to enjoy the meal together.
While you source for the next destination for breaking or simply just to enjoy the buffet dinner tailored for Ramadan, why not five Sungkei Ria a shot? Held every evening at Blue Lagoon, this Ramadan buffet dinner offers not just great varieties of food at over 100 selections but also an unparalleled ambience as it overlooked the magnificent city and river view of Kuching, graced by wisps of evening breeze. Along the terrace, buffet lines traced the walls of Blue Lagoon where the hotel chefs are also ready to cook up their specialty ala minute delights.
This year’s Sungei Ria features, among many others, authentic Indian food. According to Executive Sous Chef Partick Chew, an invited chef who specialized in Indian delicacies will be helming the Authentic India Food Station every night, reay to fulfill your orders. Diners can also look forward to unlimited sushi, maki and sashimi from the hotel’s trademark Japanese Buffet. Indulge in the goodness of the Japanese delicacies as you move along the buffet line.
On the buffet line up, Chef Patrick Chew, the Executive Sous Chef mentioned that the wide varieties would cater to the different preferences of each diner. Diners who crave for traditional malay cuisines, he recommends trying the different varieties of kerabu available as well as the choices of ulam-ulam and pickled fruits for starters. Do not miss the chance to try the Sarawak specialty Bubur Pedas and Laksa Sarawak as well. Over at the carving station, Roasted Lamb and Boneless Chicken with Trimming are served daily with potatoes and a selection of vegetables.
Sungkei Ria also feature the Thai food corner where diners will get to enjoy steamboat with the choice of tom yam or chicken broth soup base with 19 different types of dips from beef, squid, and dish fillet to fresh oyster mushroom and tofu. Our Japanese chef, Chef Gu will also be serving up fresh sashimis and different varieties of sushis and makes for Japanese food lovers dining at Sungkei Ria this Ramadhan.
For BBQ lover do not forget to try out the Otak-Otak and the selections of Satay, served hot with spicy peanut sauce. Among other BBQ goods are Beef Rib Eye Steak, Lamb Shoulder, Prawns, Cuttlefish, Mackerel, Chicken Frank and Chicken Kebab. If you prefer a light dinner, head on to the Bubur & Soup corner and help yourself to a bowl of hot Sup Ekor or Sup Tulang. If soup is not fulfilling, then make sure to grab some Tori Canai, Roti Tissue or Murtabak from the Indian Stall. There’s also a variety of traditional dessert such as Kek Lapis Sarawak, Bingka Jagung, Cucur Keria, Pisang Kepok and Sago Gula Melaka apart from the selections of cakes, pastries and fruits available. Two types of buah kurma are provided daily especially for the Ramadhan diners.
Priced at RM79++ per person, the buffet is available daily at the Blue Lagoon from 1st - 29th August 2011. Surau is also provided on the same floor for the convenience of Muslim patrons. For further enquiries or reservations. please call the hotel’s Food & Beverage Department at 082-247 777 ext 4412. Early bookings are advised, to avoid disappointments. All prices are subject to 10% service charge and 6% government tax.
Apart from the glorious buffet spread of Sungkei Ria, Riverside Majestic Hotel is having the ‘Ramadhan Stay In’ room package. Relax and unwind this August with an attractive offer of RM190++ inclusive of 2 days and 1 night accommodation, buffet breakfast for 2 adults and 2 children, and a complimentary signature dish at the River Palace Restaurant. The Ramadan Stay In offer is valid from 30th July till 5th September 2011. For enquiries on Ramadhan Stay In, please call 082-418911.
The Original Macam-Macam Ramadan Mega Buffet returns as we welcome the Muslim fasting month of Ramadan. Dubbed the biggest buffet in town, this mega buffet which is held at Grand Margherita Hotel has earned its reputation with its never ending rows of buffet items. This year, the buffet boasts over 200 choices of food including the authentic flavours of Indochina and Middle East, adding to selection of Japanese, Malaysian as well as Western cuisines available at the buffet.
This year, the launching of the Original Macam Macam Ada Ramadan Mega Buffet is officiated by the Assistant Minister of Tourism, Sarawak, YB Datuk Haji Talib Zulpilip, who is also the chairman of Sarawak Economic Development Corporation Sarawak (SEDC). The Ministry of Tourism & Heritage is also having a “Majlis Berbuka Puasa” at the hotel on Sunday, 7th August 2011 which will be attended by YB Datuk Amar Abang Zohari, Minister of Housing & Urban Development. Invited guests will be dining amidst the relaxing ambiance of the Poolside Pavilion that overlooks the Sarawak River as they enjoy the many varieties of the Original Macam Macam Ada Ramadan Mega Buffet.
Diners of the buffet can start off their memorable culinary experience with the red dates which is an important part of the breaking fast ritual. Do not miss out on the Ramadhan specialties such as Bubur Pedas. Ikan Terubok, Assam Pedas, Lemang and plus a number of local delicacies, served fresh and hot. Live cooking stations which feature the Indo-China specialties are the Thai Station, Cambodia Station, Vietnamese Station and Khmer-Charcoal Station, Indo-China Corner and Thai Corner.
Highlights from the invited Cambodian chefs include delicacies such as Pad Thai, Banh Choo, Phobo, Som Tam, Moan Ang, Nom Dong Dot, and many more. Not forgetting the Penang Hawker speciaties such as Penang Assam Laksa, Penang Char Kway Teow, Loh Bah Penang, Hokkien Prawn Mee Soup, Ju Hu Eng Chai and Penang Fruit Rojak.
According to the hotel’s Executive Chef Ricky Kong, the invited Indochina chefs are from established hotels in Cambodia, namely Angkor Palace Hotel & Ree Hotel while the Penang chefs hailed from well known dining spots in Penang.
Macam-Macam Ada Mega Buffet caters the needs of all diners as the selection in the massive spread rangers from Malaysian, Western, Chinese, Japanese, Indian to Middle Eastern delicacies. The buffet also features all-time favourites complete its host of appetizers, soups, hot dishes, desserts and beverages.
Diners who would like to give Middle Eastern cuisine a try may opt for tantalizing choices such as Spring Lamb on the Spit with Rice, chicken or Lamb Shawerma (kebab), Dajaj Lafat (Baked Stuffed Chicken) and Kofta Bil-Tahina (Lamb Ball in Tahina).
One of the major highlight of this year;s Macam-Macam Ada are the Indo-China delicacies, with a wide variety of appetizers, flavourful choices of soups, ravishing spread of main dishes and mega buffet of desserts. With twenty one beautifully prepared cold dish and appetizers, such as Kong Phak Cher (Prawn Salad with Bittergourd) and Ma-Kak fruit salad (Kedondong with Smoked Fish), it will be no surprise if you are done too soon. So, save more room and make sure to try out the main dish too like Moan Ang (Marinated Chicken on Bamboo Skewer), Tear Tim (Steamed Duck with Vegetables Stuffing) plus more than forty different dishes for you to choose from. All this selections, and add in thirty five more choices of sweet desserts, all originated from Indo-China countries.
Enjoy daily selections of Chinese Cold Cuts and other appetizers such as Ikan Terubok Goreng, Houmus, Moutabil, Tabolah, in addition to a wide variety of Salads such as Kerabu Salai, Kerabu Kacang Botol, Kerabu Assam Mango, Ulam-ulaman, Gado Gado, Karedok, Urap and many more.
Bubur Pedas, Paru Goreng Rempah, Daging Rendang with Lemang, and are just some of the local Ramadan specialties available at Macam-Macam Ada. Popular Indonesian dishes like Ikan Goreng Sans Cabek, Pendeng Balado, Pepes Ikan Mas, Ayam Plecing, Daging Balado, Opor Ayam Keluwak, plus twenty four more hot selling items are made available especially for Macam-Macam Ada.
A delicious selection of soups and broths includes Sup Rawa, Soto Ayam, Sup Buntut, Soto Ayam, and Soto Madura, served fresh and steaming hot. BBQ lovers can choose to have their dishes barbequed ala Chinese, Western. or local style with selections such as “Meisan” Roasted Chicken. Braised Duck with Brown Sauce, Sirloin Steak, Seafood Panggang and Satay Ayam, Daging and Lamb.
Macam-Macam Ada also caters for the vegetarians with selections such as Potato Samosa, Vegetarian Spring Roll, Wok Fried Lo Han, Changkuk Manis Masak Lemak & Labu, Tumis Sayuran, and a selections of Steamed Pau. Indulge in the wonderful flavours of Indian cuisine like the all-time favourites, Briyani Rice with Condiments, Tandoori Murg, Roti Naan, Garlic Naan, Papadom, Aloo Gobhi, and Dhal Vegetables.
An abundance of attractive desserts are just waiting to be picked and savoured, ranging from international to local delights such as Creme Caramel, Ais Kacang, Sago Gula Melaka, Bubur Pulut, Pastries, as well as a host of local and Nyonya kuih-muih.
Attractive prizes are up for grabs when you dine at “The Original Macam Macam Ada”. Stand a chance to win the grand prize, a 42 inch LCD Television plus a fantastic holiday package, inclusive of return tickets for two and accommodations. Simply drop off your gift certificate stub into out Lucky Draw Box at the main lobby. Weekly draws are done every Monday while the Grand Draw will be on 29th August. Priced at RM80++ per person, the buffet is available daily the Poolside Pavilion from 1st - 29th August 2011.
Apart from the glorious Macam-Macam Ada Ramadan Mega Buffet, the hotel is also offering the ‘Ramadhan Stay In’ room package as well as a Ramadan Meetings Package. The Ramadan Stay in Package starts at RM180++ for 2 days 1 night accommodation, buffet breakfast for 2 adults and 2 children, and a complimentary signature dish at the Meisan Restaurant. For the Ramadan Meetings Package, a half day meetings package starts at RM20++ per pax while a full day package is from RM80++ onwards. With considerations to the fasting Muslim guest, those who did not utilize their high tea will be entitled to a complimentary The Original Macam Macam Ada Ramadan Mega Buffet dinner voucher. The Ramadan Stay in package is valid from now till 5th September 2011 while the Ramadan Meetings Package is valid till 31st August 2011.
Bookings for The Original Macam Macam Ada as well as the Ramadan Meetings Package can be made by calling the hotel at 082-42 3111 while those interested to take up the attractive Ramadan Stay In Package can contact their Central Reservations Team at 082-418911.
It’s that time of the year again!!
:: I Love TaiMei (I Love Taiwan Girl)?
Are you ready? Time to head to Dewan Masyarakat for the annual food fair!
:: Zongzi - traditional Chinese food.
:: Heng Hua Pastry.
It will be from 30/7/2011-21/8/2011. Something extra this year though, you’ll find a section with halal food stalls for the Muslims to break their fast. Isn’t that great?
Do avoid the area if you don’t want to be caught in the jam. Do go early if you want to find a seat. I’ll recommended going there around 6pm.
:: Gourmet Sausage.
1. Pork Banger - RM3/pc
2. Thuringer Bratwurst - RM3/pc
3. Italian Chilli - RM3/pc
4. Cheese Sausage - RM4/pc
5. Sweet Sausage - RM2/pc
6. Pork Burger - RM4/pc
7. Sausage Sandwich - RM5/pc
Have fun!
Always heard of the famous noodle from Vietnam but never had the chance to try it out. I don’t think it’s available in Kuching. There’s not much Vietnamese cuisine available in Kuching I guess… Aside from spring roll. Do share if you know any available in Kuching.
Had the opportunity to try it out last week. The shop is called Pho Minh, located at Mansfield Park.
Ordered the noodle for sure! These are what you’ll be eating with the noodle, very generous portion! This is for 3 people.
Here’s the famous beef soup noodle from the Vietnamese community. Ordered Combination Beef (small-$10.00, medium-$11.00, large-$12.00). The one here is small but portion is big enough, can share with another person if you’re a small eater. The combination consists of Rare Beef, Rib, Tendon, Tripe, Beef Ball, and Intercostal meat.
It’s very different from our beef noodle in Kuching. This is on the sweeter side. Definitely very interesting to finally get to try something different.
Contact information:
Address: Shop 7/86 Wilson Street, MANSFIELD PARK, SA 5012.
Phone/Fax: 8244 6288
When you go to Adelaide, you must not forget to visit the Germany in South Australia. A small town with German touch. Dining there is a must too!
We had our taste of Germany at The Hahndorf Inn.
It was so packed that we had to go back the second time. The first time, there wasn’t any seat, we had to wait so we decided to make the reservation and went back when it’s time.
Can see how popular the place is.
“The award winning restaurant at The Hahndorf Inn Hotel, is a dining experience not to be missed. Specialising in German food and steaks from the char grill, the size of some of our meals has to be seen to be believed!”
The platter is HUGE!
A Taste of Germany Platter (AUD59.90). Can feed at least 3-5 people.
The menu stated that it serves 2 but it’s really too much for 2. The food portion here is big so don’t try to order one each. Be sure to bring your own container as a stand-by in case you can’t finish the food.
There’s Bockwurst, Weisswirst, Cheese Kransky and Vienna sausages, smoked Pork Kassler Chop and Pork Knuckle. Served with Rhine potato, sauerkraut, 2 prestsels, and a selection of German mustards.
The aftermath, packed those sausages home.
For reservation or for more information, please contact Dee or Chevy on 83887063, or email them hahndorfinn@adam.com.au
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