Just came back from Phuket, Thailand. I wouldn’t say it’s a superb trip but it’s fun nonetheless.
As usual, grocery shopping at 7-11 was very cheap, so I bought these, Oishi Green/Black Tea One Piece edition.
It was so cheap that I just simply grabbed them. The 7-11 in Phuket is selling this for 10baht each, and I grabbed 12 of them.
myBurgerlab, a new burger joint that recently appeared in the neighbourbood of Seapark, Petaling Jaya.
It’s not like any Ramly burger or Burger Kaw Kaw stuff because it’s a burger shop, yet not a restaurant.
Two special things about myBurgerlab are its fresh burgers, which include its patties, buns, and other ingredients like mushrooms, salads, etc, and it doesn’t serve pork.
Most Chinese would asked for a scrumptious pork burger and yet myBurgerlab would just stick to the basic, beef and chicken.
Few of the reasons I think they opted out the pork burger is because of its customer where I think myBurgerlab would love to cater to the different races and religions in Malaysia and also the consistency and efficiency of their production.
myBurgerlab make everything from buns to patties all on their own. So there’s a limit to the amount of buns and patties that they can make, and also to keep them fresh.
Hence I think there’s no plan for pork burger yet until they found the solution to increase their production. They also serve vegetarian burgers!
*The shop*
myBurgerlab is an open-space shop which I think can accommodate 50 pax at a time.
The shop has a photo booth, communal table and an open kitchen. The communal table is to encourage strangers to sit with strangers and maybe they can strike up a conversation while enjoying their meals, quoted from the shop owner, Chin.
You can play in the photo booth while you are waiting for your burger or before you leave the shop. It’s pretty fun if you have a big group of friends together.
*Assembly & Collection*
This is the ‘Assembly & Collection’ window where you can see how the burgers are made and assembled and of course, to collect your burger when it’s done.
*Beautiful Mess 1.0*
This is my first burger, Beautiful Mess 1.0 with Portobella mushroom, sunny side up, mozzarella cheese, and of course a beef patty.
I don’t know how Fat Boy’s burgers taste like or any other burger in other restaurants taste like but this is one very different burger. The first bite definitely gave me a shock and surprise.
“Normal burger patties have 20% fat in but ours only have 15% fat content and no preservatives at all since we don’t keep them for any more than two days,” said Teoh, one of the owners.
McDonald’s officially launched its first McCafe in Kota Damansara on 3rd July 2012.
When I was in Phuket last year, I’ve seen a McCafe at Jung Ceylon’s McDonald’s and I thought it’s something special that our Malaysian shore would not have it anytime in the near future because Malaysia is famous for its slow development in most things.
Well I was wrong because here comes the McCafe. The McCafe concept originated in Melbourne, Australia where McDonald’s created its first cafe inside an existing restaurant in 1993.
The McCafe counter is a separate counter from the normal counter. This counter is currently operates from 7am-12-midnight daily.
After this, we will see 10 more McDonald’s restaurants be fitted with McCafe counters by end of 2012 and another 50 new outlets slated for 2013!
So fret not if you are not staying nearby Kota Damansara.
McCafe offers an extensive menu of premium quality beverages such as cappuccino, latte macchiato, espresso, hot chocolate, and frappe together with a selection of pastries, cakes, and muffins.
Beverages range from RM4.50 for a latte or cappuccino and RM6.20 for a frappe. It’s quite a good deal for its premium quality as compared to other premium coffee outlets.
Pastries range from RM5.50 for brownies and RM9.90 for a slice of Blueberry Cheesecake.
Had an early Father’s Day celebration on Friday instead of Sunday to beat the crowd at Brotzeit, Midvalley Megamall.
Brotzeit is a German beer bar and restaurant located at the Boulevard nearby Maybank.
First off that cannot be missed, German beer, the Paulaner Original and Paulaner Dunkel Hefe to cool off from the hot weather.
Other than the draught Paulaner, Brotzeit also offers a wide range of bottled German beer.
*Brotzeit Platter*
The Brotzeit Platter, a promotional offer for 4-5 pax at RM175.
It comes with the German Pork Knuckle, assorted sausages, pork schnitzel, and 2 side dishes.
The other day I tried the homemade creampuffs by Kee’s Creampuffs, a small neighborhood venture, delighting people with delectable cream puffs in the form of surprise packages or catering for a special occasion..
Kee’s Creampuffs is now venturing into online world where you can order via email or the conventional phone call..
A minimum purchase of 25 creampuffs would cost you RM0.80 each (RM20), 100 creampuffs for RM0.70 each (RM70), and 300 creampuffs for RM0.60 each (RM180)..
This is the standard box package for the 25 creampuffs..Additional charges apply if you want to customize the packaging, which is upon request only..
It’s cash on delivery (C.O.D) and a deposit of RM50.00 is required for orders above 300 creampuffs..
A delivery charge of RM7.00 applies within Petaling Jaya area and delivery to KL areas are currently not available as of the date of this post..
However, if you are able to pick it up at USJ19 Mall, then there will be no delivery charge..
The creampuffs are very soft and ‘juicy’ with the cream all melt in your mouth, not in your hand! 
The sweetness is just right, should be suitable for people of all ages, that includes not too sweet for both kids and the elders..I can eat at least half box here..It’s too tempting!
How to order?
Email or SMS Kee’s Creampuffs at keescreampuffs@gmail.com or contact number at 017-3842813..For more info and updates, check out their Facebook page..
Orders must be placed 2 days before the delivery date and creampuffs are delivered FRESH!
Maybe you will need some for the upcoming Chinese New Year?
Tiger Crystal, a limited edition brew is making a comeback during this festive season, for a limited time..
Two weeks ago, I was fortunate to be invited for a food tasting session at Laundry Bar at The Curve, thanks to G2 and of course Tiger..
It’s a food-pairing meal where Laundry Bar recommended few sets in their menu to complement the Tiger Crystal..
Laundry kickstarted with 3 appetizers..First off, we were served with Spicy Clams Diavolo, sauteed in spicy clams broth..
*Spicy Clams Diavolo*
The Spicy Clams Diavolo (RM23.90++) was a good start, tasted kinda spicy, thanks to the dried chili and chili flakes, and slight bit of sourness from the lemon slice..
*Mini Pizza Pepperoni*
Then came the Mini Pizza Pepperoni (RM32++), made with tomato sauce and spices..It was meant to be slightly spicy but I guessed the spiciness of the clams overwhelmed the pizza’s spiciness..
The thin crust made the chewing sensation of beef, cheese, and tomato sauce pretty awesome..I had at least half of it, and it’s just appetizer!