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Sunday, August 16, 2015

Every Sundae by Cielo Dolci, Damansara Uptown

Morning foodies!

Where are you guys having coffee today?

After the Burgerlab pop up experience at GSC One Utama last night, le boyfriend had the random idea of trying Every Sundae at Damansara Uptown (DU) on the way home. It was only a 10 minute drive from 1U and plenty of parking in sight considering it was 10pm.

Le boyfriend had already been there with friends for his birthday and he was excited for me to try 'Nasi Lemak' ice cream. For my readers who do not know what is 'nasi lemak', it is a traditional Malay cuisine that is commonly eaten for breakfast in Malaysia and it literally translates to 'fat rice'. Don't be fooled by the name though, it's really yummy and would be a MUST TRY for those visiting Malaysia. =)

Sadly, there was no 'nasi lemak' flavour that night so shall be back another day to try.

On the other hand, check out their menu.

So, you get to make your own gelato/ice cream combi by picking a cup, a cone or waffles and topping it off with ice cream/gelato, toppings and sauces. Le boyfriend wanted to try something different so he got himself a Lavender Honey Ice Cream in a cup with Caramel Popcorn and Butterscotch sauce.

(RM12.50)

I wasn't really into the Lavender Honey but I guess it was ok. The popcorn on the other hand was pretty normal...~~I prefer Garretts~~.

(RM24.50)

I, on the other hand, got a cone (which turned out to be a charcoal cone) with Salted Caramel gelato with a cotton cloud.

Whoaaaa! The cotton cloud was bigger than expected! Check out my face!

I was thinking, "How in the world do they expect people to eat this?"

First things first, I starting eating the gelato because it was melting and Malaysia isn't the best place in the world to eat ice cream for hours. Then, I attacked the cotton cloud...it actually fell off the handle after that and I held it with my fingers instead. It did not help that the toilet was Out of Service but le boyfriend said it was about time it went out of service cause it was NASSSTY! (in the words of That's So Raven)

I kinda think that I went with the wrong choice with the cotton cloud...cause it was sweet on sweet which made it unbearable. Also, I love salted caramel ice cream but I think that when you turn it into gelato...there's a certain taste to it? Le boyfriend had to finish my gelato because it made me really 'chai' or 'jelat'. A bit like eating a lot of carbonara pasta and you get sick of it? That kind of feeling.

My verdict? It wasn't really a good experience for me but I would definitely go back for the 'nasi lemak' ice cream and for a different combination because I think the combi I took was wayyyyy over the top!

Wednesday, February 11, 2015

Madame Waffle, Mid Valley

Hi all!

I've actually got a few places to review so look forward to them but for now, I shall leave you will a short one.

Madame Waffle! I first saw their waffles on my friend's instagram and I immediately went, "Waffle...looks good...want..." To my luck, my friend Jun wanted to go for food and a movie and I of course picked Mid Valley due to cravings.

~~DARN YOU CRAVINGS!!~~

The shop is located on the mezzanine level on the newly renovated area of 3rd floor Mid Valley. I have to say they did a bang up job of the renovation. It looks incredible now!

Ah hem! Back to the waffles, it didn't occur to me that it was a Japanese waffle store until I got there. Well cause when you think of Belgium waffles you think Europe or maybe that's just me.

They have a wide range of waffle flavours and waffle platters. We were quite full after the movie so we opt for a original waffle for me and a dark chocolate waffle for Jun.

After paying, you get this block of wood with a number pasted on it. Once your order is ready, they will shout out your number. A bit rough for a Japanese cafe...

Original (RM5.90)

I would always try the Original flavour when facing waffles and I really liked Madame Waffles! It was crunchy on the outside and fluffy on the inside. I think they drizzled a littlw honey on it for some sweetness. Nice taste!

Dark Chocolate (RM6.90)

The waffles came in a type of wax/oil paper where the oil from the waffle can seep in but you hands will remain clean. The chocolate waffle came with an extra layer of plastic...to prevent chocolate wastage?? Not really sure of the purpose... Anyway! Jun says it was quite good also!

Quote from both of us: "It tastes like bread!"

Yes, we both said that and it's true. The waffle tastes like bread and a very fluffy bread at that. My verdict? Good place to chill and good food but I do suggest you go when you're not so full that you're going to explode! like what we did... hehehe =P...because it tastes like bread, and it actually is as filling as bread too.

Thursday, January 29, 2015

The Bites Cafe, Lake Fields Sungai Besi

Hi all!

Today's review is on The Bites Cafe at Lakefield, Sungai Besi.

I actually read a review on this cafe a few months ago and wanted to try it out since it was relatively near where I lived.

I went alone today to kill time while my car was being serviced at Acanta Autotech. It was only a 5 minute walk to the cafe from the garage surprisingly.

There was a nice ambience going on in the cafe with so many inspirational quotes, movie posters and pictures hung on the walls.

I also liked the fact that you could see into the kitchen with a view of a metal chicken full of eggs. XD

Ok, enough of the interior and let's go on to the food. I ordered a glass on cold milk and a waffle with salted gula melaka ice cream. Gula melaka ice cream...~~excuse me while I drool~~ yum! Gula melaka ice cream!

The ice cream in the cafe is by The Last Polka and they've got quite a variety of flavours to choose from. May have to come back for a tasting session. XD

Ya know milk is milk so how do you jazz up a glass of milk? You serve it in an udder glass! The glass was so cute that I just had to take a closer shot of the udder! Hahaha!

Finally, the waffles...it looks pretty enough but the taste was quite disappointing as the waffle was hard and I don't mean crunchy...HARD... the ice cream was only so-so and how much can you expect from the grilled banana?

I wouldn't go back for the waffle but I would give the ice cream another chance. I would also like to try their savouries as I arrived around lunchtime and the place was packed with office workers. There must be something that keeps them coming back and the ambience can't be the only thing.

There were also some cakes in the display case which changes daily, may want to give that a try too.

That's it for the food...how bout another shot of the interior to end the post? They have this nice little nook at the back of the cafe with grizzly bear bean bags which has a reserved sign on it. Cute...but what's the point it no one can sit in it?

See ya next time!

Cheers!

The Bites Cafe

Address | 72, Jalan Tasik Utama 7, Lake Fields Sungai Besi, 57000 KL

Opening Hours | 9am - 10pm

Facebook | https://www.Facebook.com/thebitescafe

Instagram | @thebitescafe