The Apartment – Urban Fusion Food – The Curve

May 20, 2009 – 6:21 pm - 1,054 views

Yes we do go The Curve very often, and yes we do try new places sometimes! I have tried The Apartment long long ago when it first launched and found it not so great, but not long back I had a function there and the food was actually really good (especially the mussels!).

The staff used to have a terrible reputation for service too, but glad to say they are have improved a lot too.

So we decided to give it a try, they have a few English treats too which tickled my fancy. And well it’s fast becoming one of our favourite places in The Curve to dine.

The Apartment - Urban Fusion Food - The Curve

The interior is simple, nice and clean. Somewhat reminiscent of an English kitchen. The drinks are a little pricey and they’ve stopped serving normal water, only mineral water now. They do have a good range of beers though and their juices are nice.

The Apartment - Urban Fusion Food - The Curve

But well, this is what we really go there for – the chicken liver pate! Just make sure you peel the layer of wax/fat off the top first, don’t try and eat it :) It’s served with plenty of bread and onion marmalade.

The Apartment - Urban Fusion Food - The Curve - Chicken Liver Pate

And our favourite of all – the Mussels, all the styles are great but this is “Apartment Style” which we love, slightly sweet, spicy and very garlicy. I have to say though we’ve been there about 5-6 times and the quality of the mussels has varied from SUPERB to just ‘ok’. It’s never been bad, but they have been slightly over-cooked.

The Apartment - Urban Fusion Food - The Curve - Steamed Mussels

This may seem like an odd combo, but it’s quite delicious – the duck and mango salad.

The Apartment - Urban Fusion Food - The Curve - Duck and Mango Salad

The desserts are pretty good, the Pavlova is a favourite of mine – but it’s very rich. Make sure you share it.

It’s definitely worth a go, especially if you like pate and mussels served with a mountain of fresh bread. I think it’s a great place to chat, eat and share some food amongst friends.

All in all we give it a We Ate This 7/10, if they could make the cooking of the mussels more consistent and the drinks cheaper (and give free water PLEASE) it could easily be an 8/10.

We Ate This 7/10

Address:

The Apartment
G72-74 and 152
Ground Floor and First Floor
Western Courtyard
The Curve
Mutiara Damansara
Petaling Jaya

Location on Wikimapia (It’s in the Curve).

Tel: 03–7727 8330

Website: http://www.atheapartment.com/

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The Friday Wine Lunch @ Kannichikan Yakiniku with Jacob’s Creek

May 7, 2009 – 8:04 am - 1,023 views

Once again I was invited to the delectable Friday Wine Lunch by Pernod Ricard @ Kannichikan Yakiniku with Jacob’s Creek (thanks Yik Peng!). You might remember last time it was @ Chinoz on the Park with Wyndham Estate.

An interesting concept this time, Japanese influenced Korean BBQ. Who says the Japanese and the Koreans can’t get along? I guess food solves all conflicts? The location was Jalan Damai, Ampang (if you know where Rahsia is, it’s on the same road just off Jalan Ampang).

The turn-out was quite good and the interior was nice and spacious and clean!

Kannichikan Yakiniku, Jalan Damai, Ampang

The food was coupled with sparkling wine this time starting out with the Jacob’s Creek Sparkling Chardonnay Pinot Noir. The starter was Edamame, Morokyo (mixed vege), Tofu Salad & Gyu Tataki (slice roasted beef).

Kannichikan Yakiniku, Jalan Damai, Ampang

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Woo Ga Chon – Korean BBQ Restaurant – Ampang

April 14, 2009 – 5:24 pm - 1,708 views

One thing I love but don’t have regularly enough is Korean BBQ, I wish there was a decent Korean BBQ nearer to my place but sadly they are all still clustered around Ampang. I’ve heard there are some decent ones elsewhere (like Hartamas), but really if you’re gonna go – go for the best one right!

There are ‘higher class’ and more expensive Korean restaurants in Ampang than Woo Ga Chon – but I like the simplicity of this place and it’s cheaper than the rest (and still good!). Plus their pork is fantastic and the Bulgogi and Bibimbap is nice too.

The sign board is nice and big and bright so it shouldn’t be too hard to find, it’s at the other side from the 7-11 (Ampang Hilir) and you there’s always ample parking there.

Woo Ga Chon - Korean BBQ Restaurant - Ampang

The interior is nice and clean and simple, they have both kinds of seating with the Korean floor seating and the western table and chair arrangement.

Woo Ga Chon - Korean BBQ Restaurant - Ampang

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Restoran Teow Chew Meng – Mee Sua Tow – Aman Suria/Sunway Mas

January 11, 2009 – 6:05 pm - 1,453 views

This is a restaurant I frequent quite often and have done for some time, it’s quite a unique place serving some proper typical Teow Chew food and a favourite of ours which is the Mee Sua Tow.

There’s a branch in SS2 near Lobsterman, that’s the first one I went to – but nowadays I tend to frequent the one in Aman Suria (or Sunway Mas depending who you ask) more often as it’s near my office and next door to the most awesome Char Siew in the world!

Restoran Teow Chew Meng - Aman Suria/Sunway Mas

The interior is simple and clean.

Restoran Teow Chew Meng - Aman Suria/Sunway Mas

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The Friday Wine Lunch @ Chinoz on the Park with Wyndham Estate

December 16, 2008 – 6:38 pm - 1,448 views

A little while ago I was invited for The Friday Wine Lunch @ Chinoz on the Park by Lenny from Millennium Associates on behalf of Pernod Ricard Malaysia (Thanks Lenny!). I do like myself a bit of wine, especially when served up with some delicious food so who was I to say no!

Unsurprisingly our friend KY was also there, along with Eiling and I went along with Kimberly.

I think Chinoz on the Park (at KLCC) has recently revamped and renovated, I like the new look it’s very light and spacious.

Chinoz on the Park - KLCC

The menu looked tempting and we got started with a sparkling wine, the Bin 555 Shiraz.

The Friday Wine Lunch @ Chinoz on the Park with Wyndham Estate

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Chong Ko – Hakka Noodle – Pandan Indah, Cheras

December 4, 2008 – 9:34 am - 1,979 views

Hakka Noodles are quite a rarity around KL, apparently they are more popular in East Malaysia (something like Kolo Mee) and you can get them easily in Ipoh (lot’s of Hakka people there?).

Anyway there’s a superb Hakka Mee in Pandan Indah in Cheras, if you are looking for something not too rich, handmade and full of goodness I suggest you head over there.

Hakka Mee are basically handmade noodles (without the eggyolk and oil) making them healthy and springy, cooked on the spot with a light soup and some minced meat and spring onions on top. Usually served with fish or meat balls (your choice) and the deliciously tangy and spicy Hakka Chili Sauce!

The Chong Ko Hakka Noodle in Pandah Indah is apparently from the same family as a famous Hakka Noodle in Kuala Lipis. But thankfully this one is much easier to find (If you know where Steven’s Corner is you can find this place).

Chong Ko - Hakka Noodle - Pandan Indah, Cheras

The interior is plain and clean and generally always busy.

Chong Ko - Hakka Noodle - Pandan Indah, Cheras

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