If you grew up in a Chinese family or in an Asian environment, you will at some time have come across this dish. A typical and famous Hakka style dish, the soft fatty pork and salty vegetables are the perfect accompaniment for a wet wintry day. This Hakka specialty is rich of flavors, saltiness of … Continue reading
Monthly Archives: September 2014
Kimchi Stew with Pork Belly (Kimchi Jjiage)
Ever tried kimchi – its awesome isn’t it. Just about every sort of vegetable has at some time made it into a kimchi concoction of some sort. A true staple condiment for all Koreans, no meal is complete without it. Enter kimchi stew, another favourite especially through the long cold winter. Its sort of like … Continue reading
Steamed Eggplant with Spicy Garlic Sauce
Eggplant is nice crispy fried or stewed with a hearty sauce. Steamed eggplant, however is probably great if you’re looking after the calories or trying to eat healthier unless…….its got a kick ass sauce to pour over the top. Let me tell you, I got a kick ass sauce ! Placing the portioned eggplants into … Continue reading
Motel Mexicola, Bali
WOW ! What a treat, we went there twice. Motel Mexicola is loud,its noisy, its boozy and its a hell of a lot of fun. Forget about a quiet family meal, forget about holding hands with your honey, its parteeee time at Motel Mexicola ! Jugs of Margaritas, ice cold beers and music that is … Continue reading
Sarong, Bali
A recent trip to Bali saw us visit Sarong for the first time. Booking is a must, in fact book from home to ensure you dont miss out on one of Bali’s finest. Located close to the beach, Sarong is situated on Jalan Petitenget in Kerobokan. Uncluttered and delightfully sophisticated, the setting and decor offers … Continue reading