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2014-08-31
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Kurotaki . Do u guys like Soba ? For Miss Rabbit , I do love soba more than Ramen . Ummm... To be frank , ramen shops totally swamped the HK food market which I don't really understand where's the attractive point , exactly as same as guys never understand why a tiny hell dead -sweet macaron cost $30 per one . Well , in gals ' perception , this heavenly treat is an art , okay ? And for ramen ,I admitted that soba and udon shops comparatively taken a quiet back drop behind the scene . But is alri
Kurotaki located in World Trade Center , which is under the Pokka and Tonkichi Tonkatsu group , operated in a high - end market . As a dedicated soba fans , I always have faith to soba , let Miss rabbit tell u more about Soba ( to show how deep is my love in Soba)
Soba , is rich of nutritions , contains all 8 essential amino acids , including lysine , which is lacking in wheat , extra antioxidants , choline , thiamine and riboflavin that eventually strengthen blood vessels , hence this is good for the adjuvant treating of Hypertension . See , soba is more sophisticated than ramen . Ha ! For a typical soba shop , they have their own soba maker and experts for handmade soba. Tradition soba shops serve soba noodles with a pot of soba soup , which is the key and significant sign to assess the quality . Soba soup made from water left after cooking the noodles ,it absorbed those nutrients dissolved into the water as well . Different from ramen , this is not a condiments or any kinds of broth . Dinners should feel the sincerity from the heart and the soup can be of the " heart "of the soba as well! Okay , after my profession narrating , way back to the menu ! A starving stomach plus the helping hands from junior foodies , here is what we have ordered .
Kurotaki crunchy prawn salad looks energetic , lively green , a healthy choice to whet your appetite . The prawns were decently plump , lettuce are fresh and crunchy , the overall quite texture is quite springy and juicy .This matched the vinegar which conducted with a slightly sour hint. Simply can makes you even more starving !
Next , we have two sobas , Tri colors chilled soba with Home made soba sauce , this is superb . Plain soba reveals its quality confidently . I appreciate such fresh taste with advertised flavors . Premium soba specially captured my heart with a mild green tea favors , it's smooth and elastic in nature , the texture is glutinous ,presented in sieve -like bamboo trays , such delicate presentation is visually appealing ,both inner and outer beauty no doubt can fulfilled you the max .
On the other hand , salmon & miso hot soba noodle soup is a brand new sensation , it wows you . As the photo shown , you can see a wooden spoon with paste . That 's actually a "you zi "miso .You may think it's a bit sour or fruity, either it comes up to a playful combination and urge a strong briny taste with the soba, yet surprising not overwhelming ! The proportion of buckwheat and wheat flour is appropriate , that eventually create a more slippery texture . Grilled salmon on top is succulent and smoky , however , they are too selfish to give out such portion . Fine .
Other delicacies like seafood egg custard is quite remarkable, unlike traditional steam egg , Kurotaki added a wide range of seafood on top ,looks awesome ! Truffle paste on side looks haughty , likely added some aroma which is flavorful . Every spoonful is a spoon of mellowness while the sea urchin , fish row and egg custard is subtly rich and blended impeccably with the custard . This is very fruitful with a distinctive layers .
The other one is Hokkaido Scallops Au Gratin . As the menu mentioned this they is directly imported from Hokkaido , let's give a try ! This is extremely cheesy , deliciously tasty mass . The distinctive flavors perked up with simple potato and cream cheese , as this will lingering on your tongue for a while . Somehow , it may be too heavy for males or adults , best for kids .
Apart from extensive soba offerings , Kurotaki also provide any sashimi /sushi platter , so here we go . If you take the sushi - bar seats , you can definitely feel the heat . Ha , I mean the heat from the sushi chef , they are terribly super busy ( hey , recruitment , pls! ). Assorted sushi platter in 18 pcs under the price of $298 is reasonable . There is a deluxe version for 30 pics as well. The quality is about average , don't expect much , few of it even unseasoned completely in tasted . Forget it . At least , it looks lofty and comprehensive .
The other sushi is a delight that deserves praises , sea urchin , tuna belly with botan ebi , how could it goes wrong with such luxurious match !? This taste really refreshing and super fleshy . Somehow is too pricy , it cost $200 per 4 .This is not that pocket -friendly , that's also why I won't recommended.
Lastly , comes to dessert , girls' favourite ! Green tea matcha ice cream Mochi are dense in flavors and I do love the creaminess . This is likable . I would like to crave more ! Red bean pudding is nothing special , the texture is silky , it would be better if the red bean can stand a bit and I prefer more milky mouthfuls. The last one comes to grapefruit ice - cream with jelly . This is fruity and cooling , pleasantly end up our meal .
The environment is spaceful with nice array , very comfortable and cozy . Every thing is not bad accept the service . They look really cool . There is a lack of interaction during the meal , wish they can be friendly a bit .Come on, give a smiling face is not that difficult , right ?
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