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Chilling Out at The Norse Bar & Bistro, BB Park

March 5, 2013 at 5:33 pm

Where is your favourite place to hang out and relax after a long day’s work? For some, it could be as simple as lounging on a cosy sofa at home whereas others may need to boogie their stress away. For me, I love sitting at a bar and observe the good people of Kuala Lumpur go about their daily life. And there is no better place to do this than at The Norse Bar Bistro at BB Park, Kuala Lumpur.

The cosy yet spacious settings is definitely a plus point for many of the bar’s regular patrons

The bar’s special wine ‘cellar’

You can also celebrate any special occasion in the bar’s private room

Situated within BB Park, The Norse Bar Bistro not only offers a good selection of beer and liquor but also a wide range of food items. There is a classy yet cosy dining area on the first floor of the bar for those private moments with family and loved ones. The bar is located on the ground floor and is where most people hang out to chat and drink. The Norse Bar Bistro also engages amateur singers to perform for its patrons on certain nights. Live band performances during the weekends liven up the place even more, making it a great place to just chill and hang loose.

Anyone up for a round of darts?

There is also live entertainment for The Norse Bar Bistro’s guests on certain nights

The atmosphere is just nice to hang out and chill with your friends and family too!

As the bar is open from afternoon till late, the bistro’s menu caters for meals that suit everyone at any hour of the day. You basically can find dishes like appetisers and salads to main course servings like fried rice or pasta dishes. There are also Western food like soups, steaks and chops for those who are looking for a light but filling meal at night.

Delicious Garlic Bread

The bar’s Hong Kong Style Chicken Wings is bound to whet your appetite for more

Euro Banger Sausage

During the few times that I was there, I noticed one interesting thing about The Norse’s patrons – most of them know each other very well. Though it may be a public place, but the greetings that were going around made me feel like I was in a home party instead of just another bar. The laughter and smiles, the jokes and the chatter floating around made the atmosphere much livelier than it already is.

Salmon Caesar Salad

Wild Mushroom Fettucine is a good alternative for a lighter yet filling meal

The Hockkieniese Fried Rice with Roasted Pork is one of the many creations of the bistro’s Executive Chef

The Norse Bar Bistro serves a good range of local and imported beer as well as wines. Other than the local beer favourites like Carlsberg, Tiger and Guinness, the outlet also serves other brands such as Corona, Tuborg, Heineken, Stella Artois and Konig Ludwig. Everything is reasonably priced, which will explain why there are so many regulars. It is easy to just sit and while the hours away, what with the live entertainment and your group of friends. As the day progresses on, BB Park comes alive as more people flock to the many restaurants and The Norse Bar Bistro for a relaxing evening.

Pan Grilled Lamb Rack – grilled to perfection!

Spaghetti Vongole

Looking for something to go with your drink? Why not try out The Norse Bar Bistro’s Pork Knuckles instead

The only thing that I can consider as a downside to this experience is the parking factor. It being located in the heart of Kuala Lumpur city, parking is always a headache for those who are unfamiliar with the area like me. But do not let such a trivial matter hinder you from paying The Norse Bar Bistro a visit. Take the chance and you will find that it is worth every moment of it.

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Kuala Terengganu Chinatown a tourist draw

Kuala Terengganu Chinatown or Kampung Cina is a tourist spot that offers aged buildings and structures that go back more than 200 years.

Terengganu’s Kampung Cina (Chinatown) or Teng Lang Po, has existed for more than 300 years and it stands out compared to other similar settlements because of its aged buildings that showcase a mixture of Chinese, Malay, Arabic and Thai architecture.

Many of the buildings (mostly shophouses) have undergone a restoration or beautification programme to increase its appeal to visitors, but great care has been taken to preserve its heritage value.

Ho Ann Kiong Temple

The Ho Ann Kiong Temple is the oldest structure in the Kampung Cina tourist belt.

Kampung Cina is home to ancient temples like Ho Ann Kiong and Tien Hou Kong that was built in 1801 and 1896 respectively.

One other landmark that goes back to the 19th century is the Low Tiey water well that was built in 1875. It still exists today, supplying clean water for residents in the area, and is one of the more popular attractions.

Kampung Cina is also known for its local delicacies. Among the food items one can find here are the unique roti paong, Durian cake, Pulut ‘Dipa’ and the white keropok lekor, which is made out of Wolf Herring or ikan parang.

Newer attractions include an esplanade and a scenic bridge, expanding the area of interest for tourists. – By FARIK ZOLKEPLI

For more, please visit Tourism Terengganu’s Official Website

Map: Kuala Terengganu Chinatown

Crystal Mosque, Kuala Terengganu

Splendour of Terengganu

Chinatown, Kuala Lumpur

The hustle and bustle of Petaling Street [PIC]

Jalan Petaling

Petaling Street

Pulau Lang Tengah, Terengganu

Terengganu: Beautifully tranquil

Wanisma Craft Trading

A dying trade

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Sushi Q @ Publika

August 29, 2012 at 5:50 pm

A good meal is always something that most people would willingly skip or sacrifice if they are pressed for time. I should know this, because I am also guilty of the same crime. Therefore, it is a relief to know that there is now a tastier and healthier alternative if I ever find myself in a rush and need to grab something fast as a meal – Sushi Q.

Sushi Q at Publika is a great place to grab some fresh and tasty sushi to go!

The cozy interior of Sushi Q. The company started out with a kiosk concept but later added in a dining area for its newer outlets.

Sushi Q has been in operation for over 2 years now and has grown from just owning one kiosk at 1 Utama Shopping Centre to four outlets and kiosks combined today. Sushi Q’s latest addition is its outlet in Paradigm Mall, Kelana Jaya. When the business first started, the management wanted to maintain the kiosk-style concept. Later on, as the business’ clientele started to grow, the management decided to add on more items to the menu including hot and grilled food. Much attention is given to all the items on the menu, especially the quality of every ingredient used for their dishes. And unlike some other restaurants which remove certain food items from their menu, Sushi Q believes in maintaining and adding in new and exciting dishes to satisfy even their fussiest customers!

An assortment of sushi awaits you at Sushi Q

The beautifully crafted Japanese dishes – lobster mayo yaki flanked by the mango lobster maki and unatama maki

At the heart of every Japanese dish lies the concept of simplicity. Most of the basic ingredients used in making any kind of sushi requires minimal or no cooking at all. Though it may sound very simple, it is this very same point that makes it a challenge to combine and make everyday ingredients taste wonderful in one bite. Sushi Q not only manages to make every single mouthful of its sushi taste delicious, they have also taken a brave step in coming up with new and funky sushi dishes that sees a marriage of food items not normally used in Japanese cuisine.

A close up of the unatama maki, with green avocado and tasty eel

The lobster mayo maki, one of Sushi Q’s interesting creations

I was lucky enough to be part of the Dining with Moola experience, which brought us to the Sushi Q outlet at Publika @ Solaris Dutamas recently. When the manager brought out some of the dishes for us to sample, I was intrigued by their choices of ingredients used. One dish that really caught my eye was the Mango Lobster, a maki roll with mango slices and succulent lobster meat right in the center. I must say that this is the first time that I have seen such a combination. How does it taste? Well, as you take a bite, you not only taste the tanginess and the slight crunch of the layer of mango flesh wrapped around the rice. When you start tasting the lobster at the center, the sweetness of the lobster’s flesh combined with the sauce tastes absolutely wonderful.

The intriguing mango lobster maki. The mix of flavors are simply delightful

Another specialty that Sushi Q has is their Duck Ramen. It is just a bowl of ramen noodles with miso soup, but instead of using chicken or pork meat, it is slices of duck meat that you find in the bowl. The slices of duck meat taste tender and juicy with a thin layer of fat, which somehow adds to the taste of the meat. So what’s the great deal about this dish? The simplicity of it of course! And the fact that most Malaysians love duck meat with their noodles doesn’t hurt either.

Sushi Q’s Duck Ramen, a tribute to local tastes

For those who are looking after their diet but want something fancy, my vote goes to the Seafood Salad. Thinly sliced slivers of crabstick meat mixed with slices of salmon sashimi, carrots, slices of cucumber and a wedge of lemon makes this simple looking meal a really tasty one. Don’t be fooled by the simple presentation, the mixture of tastes and textures blend together for a delightful and thoroughly satisfying gastronomic experience.

The Seafood Salad – a tasty yet light offering

The finely sliced crabstick acts as a lovely substitute for glass noodles

The sheer variety of sushi, maki and temaki on offer at Sushi Q can be quite surprising, especially when you consider that they began primarily as a kiosk concept. Sometimes it is best to let the food do the talking, so I’ll leave you with a few photos of the delights that Sushi Q has to offer.

Lobster Mayo Maki – for those who simply adore the taste of seafood

Tazuna maki – a lovely combination of rice wrapped with avocado and sushi, with a delightful center

Soft shell crab maki – fresh deep fried soft shell crab rolled in rice

A selection of Sushi Q’s hand rolls. The hand rolls are freshly made with the best ingredients

Chicken Katsudon – for those who just need a bowl of rice for their daily meal

Guess what? I wasn’t alone during my visit to Sushi Q that day, as Kelly Chin from Miss Sunshine was also invited to discover the Moola Experience. You can read all about what she had to say at her blog, Miss Sunshine!

This Dining With Moola experience is courtesy of Moola, currently the best-kept secret in town. Be elevated to a totally new and exciting lifestyle when you discover Moola!

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