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5 picnic foods that won’t pack pounds

I used to be into rock concerts packed with people, and the louder the better. Well, things have changed. I much prefer sprawling out on a checkered blanket on a lawn listening to live classical music. Not only is this more relaxing, but it allows me to do what I do best, pack an awesome picnic. Portability is key. But I also want to make sure what I’m packing in my picnic basket isn’t going pack on the pounds.

I’ve learned a few tricks since working in the EatingWell Test Kitchen that help keep my picnic fare light. I use low-fat mayonnaise and yogurt instead of full-fat mayo in my coleslaw (see the recipe below). I batter my “fried” chicken without skin and cook it in the oven instead of in a huge vat of oil. That way I can relax, eat healthfully and enjoy the music.

Here are a few classic picnic food recipes that I have learned to make healthier and are still delicious. Remember to use plenty of icepacks and a good insulated cooler to keep your picnic fare cool on warm days:

Potato Salad—Lebanese Potato Salad: Dressed with a tangy lemon vinaigrette and fresh mint, this invigorating—and dairy-free—potato salad makes the perfect summer potluck contribution.

Pasta Salad—Garden Pasta Salad: This lightly dressed pasta salad gets lots of flavor from Kalamata olives and basil. A colorful mix of diced bell pepper, shredded carrot and tomatoes adds vitamins and minerals. Serve on a crisp bed of greens. Toss in canned chunk light tuna, cooked chicken or flavored baked tofu (see Note) to add protein and make it more substantial.

Deviled Eggs—EatingWell Deviled Eggs: Deviled eggs are a perennial potluck favorite. Our recipe replaces some of the egg yolks with nonfat cottage cheese—keeping the filling velvety and rich while reducing some of the fat. No one will know the difference.

Coleslaw—Broccoli Slaw: We've lightened this popular potluck classic with a dressing of reduced-fat mayo and yogurt. To speed preparation, use shredded broccoli slaw from the produce aisle.

10 Basic Recipes Every Grad Should Know

Graduating with all A's except F's in cooking? Learn to cook with ten basic recipes

Congratulations, graduates! It's time to get out there and put your mark on the world. The only problem? When school ended, so did your meal plan, and as much as you thought you could live on take-out Chinese and frozen pizza, even that's getting tired. In other words, it's time you learned to cook. But where do you begin? Back in the day, students took home economics in high school and learned how to roast and bake. Today, despite all the attention bestowed on food, many people, young and old, can barely boil water.

Before you go into starvation mode or your food budget goes sky-high, we're here to help. The first step is to learn some very basic techniques (think roasting, sautéing, marinating) that allow you to follow myriad recipes and prepare an almost infinite number of meals. We've gathered a collection of ten very basic recipes—and each is geared to help you learn a different skill. We also have tips for kitchen beginners. For more guidance, watch our technique videos, which cover topics such as knife skills, peeling and deveining shrimp, and making vinaigrette, and check out our Essential Equipment Guide for Beginning Cooks. And, for graduation party recipes, drinks, and entertaining ideas, as well as gifts for high school and college grads, check out our complete graduation guide.

Kitchen Tips:

Freeze for Later

Save time and money by making double batches of recipes and freezing a portion. Even better, freeze individual servings. Leftovers can be heated up for a last-minute dinner or taken to work as a healthier, cheaper alternative to the take-out near your office. This works particularly well for soups, sauces, and casseroles.

Serve One or Serve More

Roast chicken is a great basic that can feed one person for several days (use leftovers to make sandwiches, salads, even chicken pot pie) or be the centerpiece of a dinner party menu. Plus, once you master roasting, it's a flexible dish. Experiment with different herbs and vegetables, and if you don't have the equipment this recipe calls for—a shallow roasting pan—feel free to use a glass casserole dish or a Dutch oven.

Add a Salad

Salads can round out almost any meal and are a great way to incorporate more vegetables into your diet. To add variety, experiment with different seasonal greens and vegetables or a sprinkling of nuts or cheese. Turn your salad into a light meal by adding filling ingredients, such as grilled chicken or poached salmon.

Make It Your Own

Like salads, stir-fries are completely customizable. Don't like sugar snap peas? Use slices of red bell pepper instead. If you have lots of carrots in the fridge, toss those in too.

Serve Breakfast for Dinner

More than just a healthy breakfast, an omelet makes a quick, no-fuss dinner, especially when paired with a simple green salad. Plus, omelets are a great way to use up leftover veggies, cheese, and herbs.

Don't Forget Dessert

Brownies are easy to make and are always a crowd-pleaser. For an elegant dinner-party dessert, just add your favorite ice cream and, if you're feeling decadent, some hot fudge. If you don't own a 13- x 9- x 2-inch metal baking pan, you can buy a disposable aluminum version at most supermarkets.

Fried Chicken

Fried Chicken:
Great news—crunchy, flavorful fried chicken can be healthy. In our Oven-Fried Chicken recipe (see below) marinate skinless chicken in buttermilk to keep it juicy. A light coating of flour, sesame seeds and spices, misted with olive oil, forms an appealing crust during baking. And with only 7 grams of fat per serving rather than the 20 in typical fried chicken—that is good news.

Active time: 20 minutes | Total: 1 hour 35 minutes (including 30 minutes marinating time) | To make ahead: Marinate the chicken for up to 8 hours.

Ingredients
1/2 cup nonfat buttermilk (see Tip)
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon hot sauce
2 1/2-3 pounds whole chicken legs, skin removed, trimmed and cut into thighs and drumsticks
1/2 cup whole-wheat flour
2 tablespoons sesame seeds
1 1/2 teaspoons paprika
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/8 teaspoon salt
Freshly ground pepper to taste
Olive oil cooking spray

1. Whisk buttermilk, mustard, garlic and hot sauce in a shallow glass dish until well blended. Add chicken and turn to coat. Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes or for up to 8 hours.
2. Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a baking sheet with foil. Set a wire rack on the baking sheet and coat it with cooking spray.
3. Whisk flour, sesame seeds, paprika, thyme, baking powder, salt and pepper in a small bowl. Place the flour mixture in a paper bag or large sealable plastic bag. Shaking off excess marinade, place one or two pieces of chicken at a time in the bag and shake to coat. Shake off excess flour and place the chicken on the prepared rack. (Discard any leftover flour mixture and marinade.) Spray the chicken pieces with cooking spray.
4. Bake the chicken until golden brown and no longer pink in the center, 40 to 50 minutes.

Makes 4 servings.
Per serving: 226 calories; 7 g fat (2 g sat, 2 g mono); 130 mg cholesterol; 5 g carbohydrate; 34 g protein; 1 g fiber; 258 mg sodium; 400 mg potassium.
0 Carbohydrate Servings
Exchanges: 1/3 starch, 4 very lean protein, 1 1/2 fat

Tip: No buttermilk? You can use buttermilk powder prepared according to package directions. Or make “sour milk”: mix 1 tablespoon lemon juice or vinegar to 1 cup milk.

Enchilada Meat Loaf

This new twist on the classic meatloaf dish will have your family asking if it is meatloaf night or Mexican night. A corn muffin mix forms an outer shell for this main dish recipe that combines salsa and chili powder with ground beef. With a preparation time of only 20 minutes, you'll have time to help with homework while it bakes.

Top ideas for dinner tonight:

• 30-minute (or less) spring dinners
• Quick and easy chicken dishes
• Garden-fresh entrée salads

ingredients

• 1 egg, lightly beaten
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 1/4 cup bottled salsa
• 2 Tbsp. chili powder
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/2 tsp. salt
• 1 lb. ground beef
• 1 8.5 oz. pkg. corn muffin mix
• 2 oz. sharp cheddar cheese, sliced
• Bottled salsa (optional)

directions

1. Preheat oven to 350F. In a large mixing bowl combine egg, onion, 1/4 cup salsa, the chili powder, garlic, and salt; add ground beef and mix well. Shape into a ball and place in a 9-inch pie plate. Flatten meat mixture to a 6-inch circle; set aside.
2. Prepare corn muffin mix according to package directions. Spread corn muffin batter over meat mixture in pie plate. Bake about 50 minutes or until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the meat loaf registers 160F. Remove from oven. Halve cheese slices and arrange on top of the corn muffin mixture. Cover loosely and let stand 10 minutes before serving. If desired, serve with additional salsa. Makes 6 servings.

Broiled Steak with Horseradish Cream

Broiled Steak with Horseradish Cream

Yield: Makes 4 servings

Active time: 10 min

Total time: 20 min

Ingredients

• 1 (1-inch-thick) sirloin steak (1 1/2 to 2 lb)
• 3/4 teaspoon salt
• 3/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/2 cup sour cream
• 2 tablespoons drained bottled horseradish

Preparation

Preheat broiler. Oil rack of a broiler pan.

Pat steak dry and sprinkle all over with 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper.

Broil steak on rack of broiler pan 3 inches from heat 4 to 5 minutes per side for medium-rare. Transfer to a cutting board and let stand, loosely covered with foil, 5 minutes.

Stir together sour cream, horseradish, and remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper in a small bowl and serve with steak.

Shrimp Lo Mein

This Asian-inspired main dish can be made in just over 30 minutes. Stir-fry cabbage, fresh pea pods, and carrots, then throw them in with cooked shrimp and bubbly soy sauce. Add cooked Chinese egg noodles and you've prepared a quick and tasty meal. If you want more kick, add hot peppers to your stir-fried vegetables.

ingredients

• 1 pound fresh or frozen peeled and deveined medium shrimp
• 1/3 cup water
• 3 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 1 tablespoon cooking oil
• 2 stalks celery, thinly bias-sliced (1 cup)
• 1 medium onion, chopped (1/2 cup)
• 2 cups shredded cabbage
• 2 cups fresh pea pods, strings removed, or one 6-ounce package frozen pea pods, thawed
• 1 medium carrot, shredded (1/2 cup)
• 4 ounces dried Chinese egg noodles or linguine, cooked and drained
• 2 green onions, sliced (1/4 cup)
• Carrot flowers (optional)

directions

1. Thaw shrimp, if frozen. Cut shrimp in half lengthwise. Set aside.
2. For sauce, in a small bowl stir together water, soy sauce, and cornstarch. Set aside.
3. Pour cooking oil into a wok or 12-inch skillet. (Add more oil as necessary during cooking.) Preheat over medium-high heat. Stir-fry celery and chopped onion in hot oil for 2 minutes. Add cabbage, fresh pea pods (if using), and carrot; stir-fry for 1 to 2 minutes more or until vegetables are crisp-tender. Remove vegetables from the wok.
4. Add half of the shrimp to the hot wok. Stir-fry for 2 to 3 minutes or until shrimp turn opaque. Remove shrimp from the wok. Repeat with remaining shrimp. Return all shrimp to the wok. Push shrimp from the center of the wok.
5. Stir sauce. Add sauce to the center of the wok. Cook and stir until thickened and bubbly. Return cooked vegetables to the wok. Add hot cooked noodles or linguine, green onions, and thawed frozen pea pods (if using). Toss all ingredients together to coat with sauce. Cook and stir for 1 to 2 minutes more or until heated through. Serve immediately. Garnish with carrot flowers, if desired. Makes 4 servings.
6. Make-Ahead Tip: Prepare vegetables; cover and chill up to 4 hours before cooking.

Mango Chicken Salad

This recipe adheres to a no-fail formula for assembling a delicious salad: combine lettuce, fruit, cheese, and good dressing. Adding chicken or other meat makes it more of an entree, and nuts are also a tasty addition. This salad overachieves by containing two fruits -- mango and blueberry. It's a beautiful combination, however, both flavor-wise and visually. Serve this salad al fresco with a crisp, light summer wine and good bread.

ingredients

• 6 cups torn romaine lettuce
• 2 cups fresh blueberries
• 1 mango, pitted, peeled, and cut up
• 12 to 16 oz. chicken breast tenderloins
• Salt and ground black pepper
• 2 Tbsp. purchased garlic butter
• 2 cups broccoli florets
• 1/2 cup bottled blue cheese Italian vinaigrette salad dressing
• Crumbled blue cheese (optional)

directions

1. On a serving platter place romaine lettuce. Top with blueberries and mango; set aside.
2. Season chicken breast tenderloins with salt and pepper. In a large skillet cook chicken in 1 tablespoon of the hot garlic butter over medium heat for 6 to 8 minutes or until no longer pink, turning once. Transfer to a cutting board; slice. Arrange atop salad.
3. In the same skillet cook broccoli in the remaining tablespoon garlic butter over medium heat for 4 to 6 minutes until tender. Place atop salad. Drizzle salad with blue cheese vinaigrette. If desired, sprinkle with blue cheese.
4. Makes: 4 servings
5. Note: If your mango is under ripe, saute it with the broccoli to enhance its flavor.

Jalapeno-Honey Pork Tenderloin

This low-calorie grilled pork roast is marinated in a mixture of spicy sesame oil, soy sauce, and jalapeno chiles. For maximum flavor, be sure to allow 12 to 24 hours to marinate the pork. If you're planning a dinner party, prepare the sauce and put the meat in the refrigerator to marinate overnight, then grill it the next day.

ingredients

• 2 12-ounces pork tenderloins
• 1/3 cup honey
• 3 tablespoons light soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
• 2 fresh jalapeno chile peppers, seeded and finely chopped*
• 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
• 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoons crushed red pepper
• Hot cooked rice (optional)
• Fresh cilantro sprigs (optional)
• Fresh whole chile peppers (optional)

directions

1. Trim fat from pork. Place pork in a resealable plastic bag set in a shallow dish. For marinade, in a small bowl, combine honey, soy sauce, sesame oil, the chopped jalapeno peppers, the ginger, and crushed red pepper. Pour marinade over pork. Seal bag; turn to coat pork. Marinate in the refrigerator for at least 12 hours or up to 24 hours, turning bag occasionally.
2. Drain pork, reserving marinade. In a grill with a cover, arrange hot coals around a drip pan. Test for medium-high heat above pan. Place pork on grill rack over pan. Cover and grill for 40 to 50 minutes or until juices run clear (160 degree F), brushing once with reserved marinade after 15 minutes of grilling. Discard any remaining marinade.
3. Remove and cover pork with foil; let stand for 10 minutes before slicing. If desired, serve with hot cooked rice and garnish with cilantro sprigs and whole chile peppers. Makes 6 servings.
4. Oven Directions: Prepare as directed in step 1. Drain pork, reserving marinade. Place pork on a rack in a roasting pan. Roast in a 425 degree F oven for 25 to 35 minutes or until juices run clear (160 degree F), brushing once with reserved marinade after 10 minutes of roasting. Discard any remaining marinade. Remove and cover with foil; let stand for 10 minutes before slicing.
5. *Note: Because chile peppers contain volatile oils that can burn your skin and eyes, avoid direct contact with them as much as possible. When working with chile peppers, wear plastic or rubber gloves. If your bare hands do touch the peppers, wash your hands and nails well with soap and warm water.

Fettuccine with Cherry Tomatoes

Adding cherry tomatoes and ripe olives to a traditional pasta dish only adds to its color, flavor, texture, and nutritive value. So, why not do it tonight? Make fettuccine and, instead of coating it with a heavy sauce, toss the noodles with a light mixture of oil and Parmesan cheese. Season with spices and add the tomatoes and olives. Light, filling, appetizing, and with a perfect blend of flavors, this dish will be a hit.

ingredients

• 1 9-ounce package refrigerated fettuccine, cut into thirds
• 1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 6- to 9-ounce package refrigerated or frozen Italian-flavor or grilled-cooked chicken breast strips, thawed if frozen
• 1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1/2 cup pitted ripe olives, halved
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper

directions

1. In a Dutch oven, cook pasta according to package directions. Drain and return to pan.
2. Add cheese, oil, and chicken. Return to low heat; toss to coat and heat through. Remove from heat. Add tomatoes and olives. Season with salt and pepper to taste and toss again. Serve immediately. Makes 4 servings.

Lunch Set Promo at Sweet Chat

Sweet Chat is having a lunch promotion at RM9.90 nett.

Every lunch set comes with Ice Lemon Tea. You can add RM0.99 for any Sweet Endings Hot with every lunch set purchased.

FREE Durian / Banana Pancake with purchase of RM50.00 and above.

Available from 11am till 3pm.

Terms and conditions apply.

Available/spotted at:

Sweet Chat - Berjaya Times Square Sweet Chat - Mid Valley Megamall Sweet Chat - Mines Shopping Fair

Parent's Day Promotion at Esquire Kitchen

Esquire Kitchen is offering their Parent's Set at RM88++ with 2 package choices.

Add-on RM6.80++ for the new flavour: Shanghai SuiKau (mushroom & parsley).

Non-halal.

Terms and conditions apply.

Visit website for restaurant locations.

Call 03-7660 4808 for enquiries.

Website:
http://www.esquirekitchen.com

Now until Sunday, 20th Jun 2010

All You Can Eat at Tang Palace Chinese Restaurant

From Saturday, 1st May 2010 - Wednesday, 30th Jun 2010

Tang Palace Chinese Restaurant (Dynasty Hotel Kuala Lumpur) is offering their All You Can Eat from Monday to Sundays, 6.30pm till 9.30pm for RM68.80++ per person (minimum 2 persons).

Pay by selected major Credit Cards and pay only RM48.80++ per person. Pay by cash and get a RM20.00 F&B voucher, redeemable on your next visit.

Non-halal.

Call 03-4043 7777 for reservations.

Website:
http://www.dynasty.com.my

Malaysia 2nd Chocolate Fair 2010

From Friday, 4th Jun 2010 - Sunday, 6th Jun 2010

Check out the Malaysia 2nd Chocolate Fair 2010 at Expo @ Danga City Mall, Johor Bahru.

Visit website for more details.

Website:
http://www.chocolatefair.com.my

DucKing Tycoon Restaurant Dim Sum 50% Special Offer

Now until Friday, 30th Apr 2010

Check out the DucKing Tycoon Restaurant Dim Sum 50% Special Offer on Saturday, Sunday and Public Holiday.

Terms and conditions apply.

Call 03-2162 9819 and 03-2161 9819 (Wisma Selangor Dredging) for enquiries.

T-Bowl Concept Restaurant Facebook Online Contest

Participate in the T-Bowl Concept Restaurant Facebook Online Contest and stand a chance to win:

Grand Prize:
RM100 Cash + RM200 T-Bowl Cash Voucher

Weekly 1st Prize x 6 weeks
RM100 T-Bowl Cash Voucher + FREE 1 year T-Bowl Privilege Card

Weekly Consolation Prize x 6 weeks
RM50 T-Bowl Cash Voucher + FREE 1 year T-Bowl Privilege Card

Terms and conditions apply.

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For more detailed info, please visit:
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Website:
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From Monday, 12th Apr 2010 - Sunday, 23rd May 2010

Isetan Japan Food Fair

From Friday, 2nd Apr 2010 - Thursday, 22nd Apr 2010

There's a Japan Food Fair at Isetan KLCC, Supermarket, 3F.

Visit in-store or website for more details.

Call Isetan at 03-2382 7777 for enquiries.

Available/spotted at:

Isetan - Suria KLCC

Website:
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BRAND'S "Generasi Hebat" Contest

Now until Saturday, 22nd May 2010

Take part in the BRAND'S "Generasi Hebat" Contest and stand a chance to win a trip to Disneyland Hong Kong or Bali, Redang and Langkawi.

Weekly Prizes include:
Cash RM100
InnerShine Hamper worth RM100
Generasi Hebat T-shirt
Akademi Fantasia 8 Tickets

Terms and conditions apply.

Visit website for participation details.

Call 1 800 886 226 for enquiries.

For more detailed info, please visit:
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Website:
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Buy 2 FREE 1 at Jogoya Japanese Buffet Restaurant

From Monday, 5th Apr 2010 - Thursday, 17th Jun 2010

Jogoya Japanese Buffet Restaurant is offering buy 2 FREE 1 from Monday to Thursday.

Promotion only valid for adult price. Not valid with other promotions or discounts. Not valid on eve and public holidays.

Terms and conditions apply.

Visit restaurant or website for more details.

Call 03-2142 1268 for enquiries.

Available/spotted at:

Jogoya - Starhill Gallery

Website:
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Nestle Drumstick Live the Maori Experience Contest

Participate in the Nestle Drumstick Live the Maori Experience Contest and stand a chance to win:

1st Prize x 1 weekly winner:
6D/4N trip to Maoris in New Zealand for 2 pax

2nd Prize x 2 weekly winners:
Apple iPad 16G

3rd Prize x 1 weekly winner:
SONY Digital Camera W380

Terms and conditions apply.

Visit website for participation details.

Call 03-7663 4249 for enquiries.

Website:
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Victoria Station Live Lobster Promotion

Victoria Station is offering their live lobsters at only RM17.90 / 100gm.

For a limited time only.

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Kit Kat Break Master Game

Take part in the Kit Kat Break Master Game and stand a chance to win RM1,000 cash.

3 winners weekly for 12 weeks. Be the top 3 highest scorers to win.

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F&N Evaporated Milk "Perfect Match" Contest

Participate in the F&N Evaporated Milk "Perfect Match" Contest and stand a chance to win:

Grand Prize:
Habib products worth RM10,000
Corningware 9-piece Set worth RM659

Most qualified entry 1 - 20:
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Weekly early entry x 10:
KFC Voucher worth RM100 each

To participate, complete the entry form and attach at least 2 labels of any F&N Evaporated Milk with "Perfect Match" logo.

Terms and conditions apply.

Visit website for more details.

Call 1 800 880 103 for enquiries.

For more detailed info, please visit:
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Network Foods Warehouse Clearance

From Thursday, 1st Apr 2010 - Saturday, 3rd Apr 2010

Network Foods is having Warehouse Clearances at these locations:

Network Foods (M) Sdn Bhd from 12pm till 6pm
No 6, Jalan U1/14, Section U1, Hicom Glenmarie Industrial Park, Shah Alam
Tel: 03-5569 1848

Johor Bahru Branch from 10am till 6pm
35, Jalan Masyhur 3, Taman Perindustrian Cemerlang, Ulu Tiram, Johor
Tel: 07-861 2768 / 03-861 7769

Penang Branch from 10am till 3pm
101-G Lintang Kampung Jaya, Lot 4, Kawasan MIEL, Bayan Baru, Penang
Tel: 04-643 0842 / 04-643 0895 / 04-644 9209

Participating brands:
- Tudor Gold
- M-150
- Schwartau
- Tango
- Crispy
- Kandos
- Capri-Sonne
- Soreign

Products include:
- Gift Packs
- Chocolates
- Drinks
- Jams

Get a FREE Gift when you spend RM20 and above. Terms and conditions apply.

Payment by cash only.

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"Makan Time" at Berjaya Times Square

Don't miss the "Makan Time" at Berjaya Times Square for daily promotions!

Grab your "Makan Time" promotion brochure for more details.

Call Berjaya Times Square Customer Service Hotline at 1 300 888 988 for enquiries.

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From Thursday, 1st Apr 2010 - Friday, 30th Apr 2010

31% Off at Baskin Robbins

Baskin Robbins is now offering 31% off handpack pints, quart or half gallon. This offer is also available at Cafe Baskin Robbins outlets at Pavilion KL, The Gardens, Mid Valley and City Square, JB. Terms and conditions apply. Website: http://www.baskinrobbins.com.my

Boathouse @ Taman Tun Dr. Ismail

Food - Cempedak Chicken , Grilled Portobello Mushroom, Enoki Beef, Baked Seafood Platter, Grilled Tenderloin, lamb, Aglio Olio Mushroom, Aglio Olio Duck Confit with Sundried Tomatoes, Drunken Prawn Claypot Noodles, Tiramisu, Chocolate Fondue.

Beef with Enoki Mushrooms, Stuffed Mushrooms and Sauted Mushrooms, Lamb Steak with Basil Sauce, Lamb Chops, Fish & Chips, Tiramisu, Apple Fritters

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8 Foods that Fight Stress

Dark Chocolate

High in flavonoids, which are lauded for their relaxing properties (chamomile tea is another great source), chocolate also contains phenethylamine, a chemical that enhances your mood. The darker the chocolate, the more healthy substances you're getting in your diet, so look for bars that are 70 percent cacao or higher.

Skim Milk

Turns out that a glass of warm milk really is calming. One study found that women who drank four or more servings of lowfat or skim milk every day were about half as likely to experience stress-related PMS symptoms than those who drank less than one serving a week.

Oatmeal

Carbs help you produce serotonin, a calming hormone that helps fight anxiety's negative effects-which is probably why many of us crave them when we're stressed. Go with the craving and choose healthy sources. Oatmeal is high in fiber, which means that your body will absorb it slowly. In one fell swoop, you'll prolong the serotonin boost, keeping yourself feeling full for longer (and on less) and making sure your blood sugar's in check.

Salmon

Research shows that omega-3 fatty acids-abundant in fish like salmon-can help reverse stress symptoms by boosting serotonin levels, and that an omega-3-rich diet can also help suppress the production of the anxiety hormones cortisol and adrenaline.

Walnuts

They've been shown to help lower blood pressure, which is critical for those whose hearts are already working overtime thanks to high adrenaline levels. In fact, research so strongly backs their health benefits that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration goes so far as to recommend 1 1/2 oz per day.

Sunflower Seeds

A good source of folate, which helps your body produce a pleasure-inducing brain chemical called dopamine.

Spinach

Studies show that magnesium, which you'll find in leafy greens like spinach, improves your body's response to stress.

Blueberries

Their antioxidants counteract the effects of stress hormones like cortisol on your body.

Busted! 5 Major Eating Mistakes

By Holly McCord, RD, with Gloria McVeigh, Prevention

Ever get the guilty feeling that you're being watched as you toss the double fudge brownie mix into your grocery cart? Well, you are!

We checked with some of the top US nutrition experts, who admitted they secretly spy on the rest of us as we make real-world choices in restaurants and grocery stores. Here are their top five gripes.

1. We can't tell the good fats from the bad ones.
"Most people still don't get that some fats are actually good for you," says Alice Lichtenstein, DSc, an American Heart Association spokesperson. "You want to avoid saturated and trans fats, but you need more monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats. Good sources are fish, nuts, avocados, and soybean and canola oils."

Smarter: Fit in good fats. "If you keep track of total calories, you don't have to worry about how much fat you eat, just what kind," explains Dr. Lichtenstein. Grandpa Po's Slightly Spicy Nutra Nuts use only canola oil (160 cal, 10 g fat, 1 g sat. fat, 2 g fiber, 60 mg sodium); at healthy food supermarkets.

2. We supersize to save money.
"People think that supersizing a restaurant meal is a money saver, but it's not a health bargain if it has way too many calories," says Karen Weber Cullen, DPH, RD, research nutritionist at Baylor College of Medicine in Houston.

Smarter: Judge with your palm, not your purse. A serving size is about what fits into the palm of your hand (larger for men than women, smaller for children). For most meals, pick one protein, one starch, one veggie, and one fruit based on the serving that will fit into your palm.

3. We think anything liquid has no calories.
"What freaks me out is the amount of sugared soda and juice we drink," says Judith Stern, ScD, RD, professor of nutrition and internal medicine at the University of California, Davis. "I'd like to see all the sugared drinks sent out into space, where they could orbit the Earth forever." Sugared drinks balloon your calorie intake and squeeze out more nutritious foods.

Smarter: Try a cup of tea. Available in myriad varieties, the calorie-free brew promotes heart health, staves off several types of cancer, strengthens bones and teeth, and protects the skin.

4. We don't know how "hungry" really feels.
"If you don't know when you're hungry, you don't know when you're full, so you won't know when to stop eating," says Elisabetta Politi, RD, nutrition manager of the Duke University Diet & Fitness Center in Durham, NC.

Smarter: Tune in with mindful eating. Here's how.
1. Before you eat, relax, and rate your hunger from 1 (hungriest) to 7 (fullest).
2. Eat slowly, pausing often to rate how your hunger changes.
3. When finished, rate yourself one more time. Try to stay between 2 1/2 and 5 1/2: not too ravenous when you start and not completely full when you stop.

5. We have a microwave addiction.
Many women come home from work and pop a frozen entrée into the microwave. "Eating too many heavily processed foods can leave you short on fiber and antioxidants such as vitamin C," explains Jo Ann Hattner, RD, clinical dietitian at Stanford University Medical Center.

Smarter: Complement a frozen entrée with a green salad, a 100 percent whole wheat roll, and fruit for dessert. Stock up on the freshest fruit for maximum flavor.

Wendy's Chicken Nuggets Promotion

Get the Wendy's Chicken Nuggets (6 pieces) at only RM0.99 (usual price: RM6.49) with any combo meal purchased.

For a limited time only.

Visit website or restaurant for more details.

Available/spotted at:

Wendy's - AEON AU2 Wendy's - Berjaya Times Square Wendy's - IOI Mall Wendy's - Sunway Pyramid Wendy's (GIANT Kota Damansara) Wendy's (Jalan Sultan Ismail) Wendy's (Jaya One) Wendy's (Mont'Kiara)

Website:
http://www.wendys.com

Starbucks Coffee Earth Hour Promotion

Get a complimentary tall size (12oz) beverage of your choice when you purchase any Starbucks tumbler during Earth Hour (27th March 2010 from 8.30pm till 9.30pm).

Terms and conditions apply.

Visit in-store for more details.

Website:
http://www.starbucks.com.my

Societea Restaurant

The place you can drink different types of healthy tea and relax.

Societea Restaurant

Address: No.16 Jalan Kuchai Maju 1, Kuchai Lama Entrepreneur Park, Off Kuchai Lama, Kuala Lumpur

Contact No: 012-398 3921

Business Hour: Daily 11am to 11pm

Nippy Noodle Restaurant

Their signature dish is the bamboo noodles with dry sauce. All noodles are freshly made daily. The noodles are made from premium flour and eggs and without any liquid at all. So go and try! And if you do, check on the Golden 5 Minutes! =p

Nippy Noodle Restaurant

No 25, Jln Kuchai Lama Maju 7,

Entrepreneurs Park,

Off Jalan Kuchai Lama,

58200 Kuala Lumpur.

Tel: +603 7982 1781.

Fish's Head Mee Hoon with yam

Here you can eat Claypot Fish's Head Mee Hoon With Yam. Go and try!

Address
Tokong Choo Sing Tong or Kuan Tai Miu
No. 43-E Jalan Mangga
Off Jalan Ipoh,
51200 Kuala Lumpur

Contact Number
H/P: 016-9261572
016-6710296
016-2980416

Operating Hours
Morning Shift Only - 8.00am to 4.00pm

Noodles

Dragon-i 4th Anniversary RM1 Chicken

Dragon-i is offering their Soya Sauce Chicken at only RM1.

Every 3 persons - 1/2 chicken and every 4 persons and above - 1 whole chicken. Available from 6pm till 9pm daily. Dine-in only, while stocks last.

Also available at Canton-i with Preserved Beancurd-Marinated Roast Chicken.

Terms and conditions apply.

Call Dragon-i's Hotline at 012-538 5998 for more details.

Available/spotted at:

Dragon-i - 1 Utama Shopping Centre Dragon-i - AEON Bukit Tinggi Dragon-i - Leisure Mall Dragon-i - Mid Valley Megamall Dragon-i - Pavilion Kuala Lumpur Dragon-i - Queensbay Mall Dragon-i - Sunway Pyramid Dragon-i - The Curve

Website:
http://www.dragon-i.com.my

Baskin Robbins "Pink Day" Promotion

Baskin Robbin is offering a double Jr. Scoop for the price of one Single Scoop (RM7.50+) on Wednesdays when you show them PINK.

For a limited time only.

Terms and conditions apply.

Visit in-store or website for more details.

For more detailed info, please visit:
http://www.baskinrobbins.com.my/promotion.html

Website:
http://www.baskinrobbins.com.my

ISETAN Chocolate Fair

Don't miss the ISETAN Chocolate Fair at Lot 10 LGF Foodmarket.

From Friday, 19th Mar 2010 - Wednesday, 31st Mar 2010

Two Weeks of Pastry Demonstrations at JUSCO Mid Valley

Check out the first pastry demonstrations in Malaysia at Jusco Mid Valley Megamall (main event area - in front of JUSCO supermarket) from 10am to 6pm.

Catch special chef appearance. The World Class Pastry Chef Leslie Teong is demonstrating sugar pulling art at the opening of the event on the 22nd of March 2010 at 11am.

From Monday, 22nd Mar 2010 - Sunday, 4th Apr 2010

Admission is FREE.

Call 03-3343 4888 for more information.

1901 Hot Dog

Every 19th of the month and it’s once a month. 1901 Hot Dogs - New York Chicken & Chicago Beef for RM 2.99 each on every 19th of the month over the usual price RM 5.90 each. It's once a month; happening every 19th.

Tiramisu

From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

Tiramisu (Italian: Tiramisù; Venetian: Tiramesù " [tirameˈsu]) is one of the most popular Italian cakes. It is made of savoiardi (otherwise known as lady finger biscuits) dipped in espresso or strong coffee or rum, layered with a whipped mixture of egg yolks, mascarpone, and sugar, and topped with cocoa.

Tiramisù has become a very popular dessert. The recipe has been adapted into cakes, puddings, and other varieties of dessert.

History

There is some debate regarding tiramisù's origin, as there is no documented mention of the dessert before 1983.^[1] In 1998, Fernando and Tina Raris similarly claimed that the dessert is a recent invention. They point out that while the recipes and histories of other layered desserts are very similar, the first documented mention of tiramisu in a published work appears in a Greek cookbook. Backing up this story, the authors recalled an article that tiramisù was created in 1971 in Treviso by Giuseppe Di Clemente.^[2][3] Merriam Webster's Online Dictionary gives 1982 as the year of origin.

Several sources (from Vin Veneto, dated 1981, to the Italian Academy of Giuseppe Maffioli and several cuisine websites) claim that tiramisù was invented in Treviso at Le Beccherie restaurant by the god-daughter and apprentice of confectioner Roberto Linguanotto, Francesca Valori, whose maiden name was Tiramisu. It is believed that Linguanotto named the dish in honour of Francesca's culinary skill.

Other sources report the creation of the cake to have originated in the city of Siena. Some confectioners were said to have created it in honour of Cosimo III on the occasion of his visit to the city. Alternatively, accounts by Carminantonio Iannaccone as researched and written about by The Washington Post and Baltimore Magazine establish the creation of tiramisù by him on December 24, 1969, in Via Sottotreviso while he was head chef at Treviso, near Venice.

The original recipe called for the following ingredients: savoiardi biscuits, eggs, sugar, mascarpone, cocoa powder, honey, and club soda.

In the original recipe, there was no liquor as the cake was originally aimed at children and the elderly, and the original shape was round. The phrase tirami su literally means "pick me up" or "pull me up" in reference to the effects of the sugar and espresso.

Preparation

Tiramisù is made by soaking savoiardi biscuits in espresso with the optional addition of liquor and sugar and layering them with a mixture of mascarpone cheese and zabaglione, a light custard made with Marsala wine or a liqueur. Cocoa powder is sprinkled on top of the dessert, which is refrigerated before being served.

Food Pyramid

Restoran Famous Seremban Favourites

Dish Specialty - Char Siu

Restoran Famous Seremban Favourites

80-1 Ground Floor, Jalan PJU 1/3B,
Sunway Mas Commercial Centre,
47301 Petaling Jaya.

Contact	017-279 8582
Business Hour	7.30am to 4.30pm, Closed on Tuesdays

Sushi King "Don & Win" Contest

Get a FREE scoop of ice cream when you buy a Donburi at Sushi King.

You can also take part in their "Don & Win" Contest and stand a chance to win a trip for 2 to Japan.

Buy any Donburi at Sushi King and stand a chance to win:

1st Prize:
Japan Holiday
- Pair of return air tickets
- Hotel accommodation
- Japan city tour

2nd Prize:
Club Med, Cherating
- 3D/2N stay at Club Med
- 3 International buffet meals daily with unlimited flow of drinks

3rd Prize:
Kuching Breakaway
- Pair of return air tickets
- Hotel accommodation

4th Prize x 50:
Sushi King voucher worth RM100

Consolation Prize x 50:
Sushi King voucher worth RM50

Terms and conditions apply.

Visit restaurant or website for participation details.

For more detailed info, please visit:
http://www.sushi-king.com/sk_web/home/sk_new.php

Website:
http://www.sushi-king.com

"A Gift of Haagen-Dazs" Contest

Stand a chance to win these prizes when you spend a minimum of RM40 to participate:

Monthly Grand Prize x 1:
Selberan Jewellery worth RM8,000

Monthly 1st Prize x 3:
iPhone GS (16GB) worth RM2,490 each

Monthly 2nd Prize x 4:
Club 21 Shopping vouchers worth RM1,500 each

Monthly 3rd Prize x 2:
Radley Handbag worth RM860 each

Terms and conditions apply.

Visit outlet or website for more details.

Call 1 300 889 956 for enquiries.

For more detailed info, please visit:
http://www.haagendazs.com.my/collection/whatsnew.aspx

Website:
http://www.haagendazs.com.my

Bakery Hi-Tea Buffet at Delifrance

Delifrance is offering their Bakery Hi-Tea Buffet with freshly brewed coffee at only RM9.90 (usual price: RM18.90) per person.

Kids from 6 to 12 years old at RM6.90.

Available from Monday to Friday from 3pm till 6pm.

For a limited time only.

Visit website for list of participating outlets.

Call 03-9076 9670 for enquiries.

Website:
http://www.delifrance.com.my

Strudels March - April Special Promotion

Strudels is offering a FREE Ice Lemon Tea with every purchase of "Favourite" meals.

Visit in-store for more details.

Available/spotted at:

Strudels - Great Eastern Mall Strudels - Mid Valley Megamall Strudels - Suria Sabah Shopping Mall Strudels - Wangsa Walk Mall

Website:
http://www.strudels.com.my

FREE Meal at Jogoya Japanese Buffet Restaurant

Get a FREE meal on the same bill at Jogoya Japanese Buffet Restaurant (Starhill) when you swipe your HSBC Credit Card for a minimum party of 2.

Terms and conditions apply.

Visit restaurant or website for more details.

Call 03-2142 1268 for enquiries.

Offer valid for HSBC Credit Cardmembers only.

For more detailed info, please visit:
http://www.hsbc.com.my/1/PA_1_1_S5/content/website/pdf/personal/...

Website:
http://www.jogoyarestaurants.com

Guinness St. Patrick's Festival 2010

Join the Guinness St. Patrick's Festival 2010 Grand Celebration at 1 Utama at 6pm, Friday, 19th Mar 2010

There will be comedy, music and street performances.

Visit website for more details.

For more detailed info, please visit:
http://www.guinness.com.my/stpatricks

Munakata Unlimited Ala Carte Japanese Buffet

Lunch: 12noon to 3pm
Dinner: 6pm to 11pm (last order 1030pm)
Closed for lunch on Sundays and Public Holidays
Adult: RM60+10% service charge
Children: RM35+10% service charge

Japanese Restaurant Munakata
Mezzanine Floor, Life Centre,
No. 20, Jalan Sultain Ismail,
50250 Kuala Lumpur
Tel: 03-21667441 Fax: 03-21667825

Daidomon Japanese BBQ Restaurant Promotion

Daidomon Japanese BBQ Restaurant is offering:

Lunch Buffet from Monday to Friday (usual price: RM68++ per person)
- RM36.90++ per person
- RM19.90++ (without BBQ & Sashimi) per person

Lunch Buffet on Weekend and Public Holiday:
- RM43.90++ per person

Dinner Buffet from Monday to Thursday (usual price: RM78.00++ per person)
- RM43.90++ per person

Dinner Buffet on Friday, Weekend and Public Holiday
- RM53.90++ per person

For a limited time only.

Reservations required.

Call 03-4252 8155 for enquiries.

Website:
http://www.daidomon.com.my

Will I lose the health benefits of tea by adding milk?

Although this area of research still remains an area of controversy, we do not believe that there is reliable evidence to show that key health benefits will be lost if milk is added to tea. While there are not many studies in this area, here is what we know.

Teas like green tea are typically valued for their unique phytonutrients, including catechins and other polyphenols that function as antioxidants and that can provide special support for our cardiovascular system. These phytonutrients can support our cardiovascular system in many different ways, and it is important to preserve them in the tea that we drink. In one German study, the addition of milk to green tea was found to interfere with one of these support mechanisms (although not with others). A study by the United Kingdom Tea Council showed no effect on the availability of these phytonutrients when milk was added to black tea, and a third study in India showed some mixed effects in this regard. Taken as a group, we do not believe these studies demonstrate consistent loss of key health benefits when milk is added to tea. For individuals who enjoy their tea both with and without milk and are not lacking in any of the nutrients that milk provides, it might make sense to leave out the milk given the research controversy in this area. For individuals who only enjoy their tea with milk, or who may be lacking in the nutrients that milk provides, we do not believe it makes sense to eliminate the milk based on current research.

We haven't seen research on milk substitutes (including soy milk, almond milk, hazelnut milk, or rice milk) and their impact on tea's phytonutrients. Nor have we seen research on the consumption of other dairy products (like hard cheeses or cottage cheese) alongside of tea. Until more research is available in this area, we recommend an approach very similar to the one described above for cow's milk. As always, we encourage you to purchase certified organic teas and milks, and in the case of cow's milk, to choose lower fat (2% or less) products.

References

• Lorenz M, Jochmann N, von Krosigk A, et al. Addition of milk prevents vascular protective effects of tea. Eur Heart J. 2007 Jan;28(2):219-23. Epub 2007 Jan 9. 2007.
• Sharmaa V, Kumara HV, Mohan LJ. Influence of milk and sugar on antioxidant potential of black tea. Food Research International 2008;41(2):124-129. 2008.
• United Kingdom Tea Council. Effects of Infusion Time and Addition of Milk on Content and Absorption of Polyphenols from Black Tea. J Agric Food Chem. 2007 May 10; [Epub ahead of print] 2007.

The 5 foods you should eat every day

#1 Leafy greens
Medical experts call them one of nature's miracle foods. Leafy greens like Swiss chard and kale are high in nutrients like folate and vitamins A and C that can lower your risk of cancer. Just one cup of dark, leafy greens a day could also prevent diabetes and high blood pressure.

#2 Nuts
Many nutritionists recommend nuts like almonds, cashews and walnuts because they're high in natural fiber. Fiber slows your digestive process, keeping hunger and unhealthy mid-afternoon snacks at bay. Goodbye vending machine runs!

#3 Onions
Studies show that consuming onions on a regular basis may reduce symptoms of asthma and the risk of developing stomach cancer. Add them to soups and stir-fry, and just remember -- the stronger the onion, the greater the health benefit.

#4 Whole grains
Refined grains, like white rice and pasta, have lost 90% of their nutritional value through the refining process. As if that weren't reason enough to choose whole grains like brown rice, quinoa and whole oats, a recent study showed that a diet rich in whole grains actually flattens your belly by reducing fat storage in your lower abdominal region.

#5 Yogurt
Making yogurt part of your daily eating routine can improve your digestion -- if you're buying the right stuff. Check that the label lists "active cultures" to make sure you're getting healthy probiotics, and pick a yogurt rich in vitamin D to prevent osteoporosis.

Satay celup

Satay Celup is a dish where an assortment of raw and semi-cooked seafood, meat and vegetables on skewers are dunked into a boiling pot of satay sauces but made with a variety of different ingredients.

Satay celup is popular in Malacca (historical city in Malaysia). The food is always kept fresh in huge refrigerators or on shelves of cold storages.

Satay celup is sold at prices that start as low as 50 cents or 1.00 Ringgit in Malacca where delicious food is easily obtainable at cheap prices. Barley drinks often accompany the meal due to its hot and spicy flavour, coconut water or Chinese herbs tea will be a good combination.

Satay celup is sold in a self-service mode, and as soon as seats are picked by customers, food can be immediately taken using trays provided.

For people who are unable to stand the hot flavour, one can easily request for a plain water so it can be dipped into it to wash away the sauce.

Tenji Japanese Buffet March Promotion

Tenji Japanese Buffet restaurant is offering:

Lunch at RM49.90++ daily
Dinner at RM88.00++ and every 2nd diner at RM28.80++ from Sunday to Thursday
Supper at RM49.90++ from Sunday to Friday

Tenji Japanese Buffet Restaurant is located at Lot L-01-01, Soho KL, Solaris Mont Kiara, No 2 Jalan Solaris, Kuala Lumpur.

Terms and conditions apply.

Visit restaurant or website for more details.

Call 1 700 801 818 for reservations.

For more detailed info, please visit:
http://blog.tenji.com.my

Website:
http://www.tenji.com.my

Nasi Lemak

Nasi Lemak is the national dish of Malaysia. Nasi Lemak is available on almost every street corner served with everything from chicken to beef to mutton.

Nasi lemak is also sold early in the morning at roadside stalls in Malaysia, where it is often sold packed in newspaper, brown paper or banana leaf. However, there are restaurants which serve it on a plate as noon or evening meals, making it possible for the dish to be eaten all day.

OREO

For those who are Oreo's Lovers, here is a chance for you to get more and more Oreo at the roadshows. The details are as follow:

Check out the OREO Roadshow at these Giant stores:

6th and 7th March 2010
Giant Kinrara

13th and 14th March 2010
Giant Kota Damansara

Bak Ku Teh

I am sure that many Chinese knows about this dish. But i am asking which shop or place provides the best Bak Ku Teh in Malaysia? I personally have tested a lot of different ones and found out that different shops provide different specialties. I do not know whether you agree or not, but i do think so. For a few examples -

1) Shops in Melaka provides Yam rice with Bak Ku Teh.
2) One of the shop in Melaka provides the only one ' Spicy soup Bak Ku Teh'
3) The chef only cook out the Bak Ku Teh from fresh meat when you order in Jinjang, Kuala Lumpur. (The condition is that you have to have time to wait)
4) Dry Bak Ku Teh in Klang is one of the tastiest.
5) As most of the time i go to one of the Bak Ku Teh shops in Kepong. (where i stay =p)
6) and others.

So if you have tasted any nice, good, terrific Bak Ku Teh, and you want to share with us. Please do leave a comment here. Thank you!

甜品哥哥（Dessert Brother)

The above picture is one of my favourite dessert in the shop. It is called Durian Pancake (I think- forgot what is it called in English =p). It has another taste which is the mango taste. Both of them are very nice to eat, and by the way, they are being sold very fast too.

There are also alot of different types of desserts in the menu. So if you want to eat, go now and have a try!

甜品哥哥（Dessert Brother)
D-G-6, Jalan Metro Perdana,
Taman Usahawan Kepong,
52100 Kepong, Kuala Lumpur.
Tel : 62510209

Win Tutti Fruitti Voucher

Wanna win a voucher? Read the following:

Stand a chance to win RM100 Tutti Fruitti voucher plus other vouchers when you drop your business card at Tutti Fruitt.

For a limited time only.

Terms and conditions apply.

Available/spotted at:

Tutti Fruitti - Bangsar Shopping Complex Tutti Fruitti - Berjaya Times Square Tutti Fruitti - IOI Mall Tutti Fruitti - Sunway Pyramid

Delifrance Special

http://www.delifrance.com.my/Delifrance-Malaysia-files/promotionsNP.html#

FREE All Day Breakfast Set worth RM11.70 with any minimum spend of RM15.00 in a single receipt.

*Available until 11am. Limited to 1 redemption in a single receipt. Not applicable with other promotions, discounts or vouchers.
*For dine-in only, while stocks last. Terms and conditions apply.
*Call 03-9076 9670 for enquiries.

Wanna go and have a try? Remember is only until 28 Feb 2010!

Chinese New Year 2010

Dong Dong Chiang, Happy Chinese New Tiger Year, everyone! This year is Tiger year. So how everyone is doing? Go back hometown? Gambling? Playing fireworks? Traveling? No matter what you are doing, hope you are having fun all the time. =]

This post i will be talking about 'YEE SANG'. I think all Chinese in Malaysia will get at least a chance to eat the dish of 'Yee Sang' one time during Chinese New Year. It is usually consist of raw fish (salmon), mixed shredded vegetables, different type of sauces, and some other ingredients. It will be served as an appetizer in a multi-dish dinner in a restaurant or at home.

So everyone will stand up and use the chopstick to toss the ingredients up in the air from the 'Yee Sang' plate, and saying out loud all the auspicious wishes at the same time. So i am here wishing you 'Good Luck in the year of Tiger'.

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