Author: Daisy


May
2016

Bijan (Bukit Bintang) $$$ 17/20

categories: Eating Out, Restaurant Reviews

Hello Friends and Health Food Enthusiasts,

Greetings from Hyderabad! I will be posting on my gastronomic adventures here in India soon, but before that, let me quickly post on an old favourite: Bijan. As far as fine Malay dining goes, this place is probably the best! An added bonus is that they are allergy-conscious as well – they cater to an expatriate and tourist crowd.

Let’s start with this: the food is intricate, spicy and delicious! You’ll find all your typical labour-intense Malay dishes: rendang, otak-otak, ayam panggang, nasi lemak.

Most dishes are gluten-free, and the waitstaff are generally well-informed about allergies. They also go to great lengths to modify recipes for you!

On a cool night, it is beautiful to sit outside in the candlelight, sip a fresh coconut, and enjoy some local delicacies!

From left to right: grilled prawns, pucuk paku (ferns) with garlic, nasi lemak, and (above) mango kerabu salad. My absolute favourites! What's missing from the picture is the fresh coconut!
From left to right: grilled prawns, pucuk paku (ferns) with garlic, nasi lemak, and (above) mango kerabu salad. My absolute favourites! What’s missing from the picture is the fresh coconut!

Bijan

Website: http://www.bijanrestaurant.com/index.html

  • Allergy friendly: ****
  • Taste: *****
  • Atmosphere: Calm, peaceful, quiet ****
  • Service: ****
  • Cost: $$$ Dishes range from RM30+ to RM100+ for entrees

Peace,

Daisy


Apr
2016

Real Food (1 Mont Kiara) $$ 18/20

categories: Eating Out, Restaurant Reviews

I have a new secret hangout slash hideout, folks! I feel so happy and restful at this little gem of a place. Nevermind that the first time I went to it, I saw the famed Jimmy Choo there! I am in love with their quiet, hidden location, their excellently curated selection of health foods, and their Banana Pancake!

Real Food's Banana Pancake is so delicious!
Real Food’s Banana Pancake is so beauteous and delicious! Option to have vegan ice-cream. 

Their menu contains items that are identified as gluten-free. Other common food allergens also identified. They have a fantastic selection of local and Western dishes. Favourites of mine include: the rojak and the tom yum soup. Waitstaff are also knowledgeable about food allergies. And they have a small selection of delectable desserts in their showcase out front. They are not vegetarian, but are fairly responsible in their sourcing of meat and dairy products.

This Singaporean chain only has one restaurant in Malaysia at the moment, but plans to open more. The ambience is peaceful: tables are spread apart, and there is warm lighting, good WiFi and an adorable selection of books (many on animals!).

I’m hooked! I think you will be too.

Real Food

Website: http://realfoodgrocer.com/index.html

  • Allergy friendly: *****
  • Taste: *****
  • Atmosphere: Calm, peaceful, quiet ****
  • Service: ****
  • Cost: $$$ Dishes range from RM20 to RM50+ for entrees

Peace,

Daisy