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2011-12-29
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I struggled about reviewing this restaurant as there are already many recent reviews and I didn't take any photos. However, I do have some thoughts about the place and since it was only yesterday when we went, my short memory can recall it.I was quite intrigued about this restaurant. The name, type of cuisine, whether it was casual or chic, expensive or not, maybe because it is unlike any of Alan Yau's restaurants that he opened in London. Since we wanted to celebrate a friend's birthday early (
I was quite intrigued about this restaurant. The name, type of cuisine, whether it was casual or chic, expensive or not, maybe because it is unlike any of Alan Yau's restaurants that he opened in London. Since we wanted to celebrate a friend's birthday early ( her birthday on NY's eve, so inconvenient), it was between here and TWB and there is no booking at TWB.
So, the menu looked varied and I liked that they serve breakfast/brunch also as I like those smaller meals most.
As I was lazy and love foie gras, I went for the 2 course Christmas lunch which had a foie gras terrine starter and fish fillet served with chestnut puree. Birthday girl went for the All Day Breakfast and our other friend also had the 2 course Christmas lunch but she went for main course and dessert. Her choices were roast Capon with Brussels sprouts and stuffing and the chocolate and chestnut chocolate log.
As I always judge a restaurant by their bread and coffee, the fresh and crispy baguette scored high. Strange thing was that there were 2 for the 3 of us. They were quite hard to break apart, so could be a bit awkward if people don't know each other well. But hey, that didn't stop me.
My foie gras terrine was a big chunk with a tiny balsamic vinegar salad and a piece of toasted brioche. After the Christmas binging, it was a bit much. Luckily, my friend helped with a little and I happily ate the rest with the baguette. The fish main course was comparatively small but the fish had a good firm texture and flavour. My friend's Capon was done really well and even the breast was tender instead of squeaky or dry. Birthday girl's All Day Breakfast looked great, it even had fried Black Pudding, a real British treat if you like fried animal blood. My friend didn't and I wanted to take it home to my daughter but we forgot. My daughter is a Black pudding fan but we can't find it anywhere in HK. All 3 of us are lovers of All Day Breakfast and are always on the look out for a good one. Here, we found one.
Maybe it was Christmas overeating again but birthday girl said she didn't like any of the desserts on the menu. The Christmas log was beautifully presented as it was a small log all by itself instead of a slice of a big log. However, it was too sweet for any of us.
I had read that the coffee at this restaurant was served in glass pots with no lids. Luckily this had changed to normal cups and the coffee was good. So all my boxes are ticked.
And I get it, I know what it's about. Good fresh, unpretentious food and atmosphere. Not cheap but a nice experience. Will want to come back for brunch or tea some day.
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