HH Burgers

Home-made burgers are growing like mushrooms nowadays in Brunei, but I'd applaud to the people who makes them. They tried and some made it, some, well, have a lot to learn and get their palettes fixed! LOL! I'm not being mean, but its the truth. 

For today's blog, I'd like to introduce you people to this burger, HH Burgers. No, its not publicity for the burger, but I am just voicing out my honest opinion. 

As for its presentation, it might not be that grand or that pretty, its just looks like a humble, low-key burger but as soon as you sink your teeth into the burger, there's an explosion of wonderful taste and texture! And if you love beef, you really should try this burger. Made with succulent fresh grind Australian beef, you can have it your way. I asked for just beef burger with cheese. But I'd say it's best eaten when it's cool. I love to let all the succulent juices from the beef sink in and you will get what I mean, the explosion of yummy meat. Though I can taste a tinge of barbeque sauce, but what can go wrong with barbeque sauce? :D I'm a happy camper! 

Out of 5, I'd give this burger a whopping 4.5! 

See what I mean, presentation wise, is alright but the taste, omg!

 

Ahahaha this burger has been pillaged till its last piece by me alone! muahahahaha i want more!

G & W Burger

On a mellow Wednesday evening, me and my little sister went about to hunt for food, and it just struck me that I happen to pass by this humble little burger stall every working day and I finally decided to stop by. By the way, this stall is located right before the Happy Star Home Deco shop in Berakas.

The owner himself was a humble guy and also friendly which makes the experience very pleasant, especially for a first timer to the burger. Little did I know later on, that the G & W can also be found on facebook. The owner then later explained, he does not use any ketchup, chilli sauce or even mayo on his masterpieces, which I somewhat agreed later on due to the fact that sometimes, too much ketchup or chilli or mayo can overpower the real taste of the burger. 

As for my first order, I tried the Royale Beef burger. The Royale beef burger is a beef patty (made from minced beef with spices) and then in the core of the patty, is cheese (I'm not sure what cheese but it is intriguing! I am guessing it is Philadelphia!) I am a BIG FAN OF CHEESE too, so I am very sure of my choice! Since they do not use any ketchup or chilli or mayo, I requested for mustard since I am a BIG fan of mustard too and it turned out that the burger complements the mustard afterall!!! 

My rating, out of 5, I'd give it a 4, based on the service, the friendliness and the experience, a very good one. You should give this burger a try!I promise you, it won't fail you. Price wise, its not too cheap or too stiff for the pocket :D

P.s : Warning, this burger is NOT for people who adores Ketchup, Chilli Sauce or Mayo. Don't say I didn't warn you.

Le Menu

The Packaging of my burger, it says Royale Beef :D

 

One bite and you'll be in love!!! I know it doesn't look enticing, but I reckon you try it! Nyamannnnnnnnn berabis!!!!!

Mr. Baker

I've heard of this bakery through ads and food fairs at first, but it didn't occur to me that its products are DELICIOUS!!! Seriously! I was skeptical at first when I reached the shop because the outside of the shop, the building itself was "buruk and kamah", but inside, it was sparkling clean and white and green!!! Below are a few products from them, which are my favourites!!! 

From left : Sausage Bun, In The Middle : Cream puff and Mint Lamingtons, on the right : California Cheese

See, I cannot help but salvage this! A soft sponge cake folded and filled with cream cheese and topped with sprinkled caster sugar with grated cheddar cheese! Aaaaaaaaahhh!!! Nyaman!!!

The mint lamington! I just had to sink my teeth into this! I've been craving for it until I realize that I forgot to take a picture! LOL!!! Spongecake sandwiched with cream and then dipped in chocolate sauce and then rolled in dessicated coconut. Nyum!

Buttermilk Chicken

One fateful fine day, me and my friends decided to do a pot-luck since we wanted to try out each other's cooking and one of them happened to bring the buttermilk chicken. I immediately fell in love after eating it, mind you, I wasn't a fan before. And i put my standard to labelling how the buttermilk chicken should taste. To me, the buttermilk chicken should taste a bit creamy and not too sweet and a bit spicy. There's a slight curry-ish taste since it is cooked using curry leaves. The texture of the chicken shouldn't be too soft or too tough to bite for it should be seasoned and fried to a certain point.

So I decided to go hunting for the best buttermilk chicken, up and down, to and fro, to confirm until I've reached my decision. Below are the results, rated out of 5 :

1. Nyonya Restaurant : 4.5, they also give extra buttermilk gravy to go with it in a separate bowl!

2. Usaha Sitty Delima : 4.5, its just the ambiance that doesn't do the mercy but overall, the place is clean and quiet and the portion is quite generous!

3. Harini Restaurant : 4.5, one of my favourite eateries since its the nearest place to my workplace and also gives a generous portion.

So there you go, the best buttermilk chicken in town! :D Do leave me comments here or on the chatbox by the side if you want me to try anything else.

TPH

I had late lunch with my sister today since we got lazy :P Come on, its lazy sunday meh.. 

Anyhow, we dropped by to our familiar eatery, TPH. For your information, the menu here always manage to make me laugh since all of the items on the menu is very descriptive and literally translated fron Chinese to English. 

So today, instead of ordering the usual Kolo Mee, I decided to step out of my comfort zone and ordered the Thai Style Pandan Chicken with Rice and the Homemade Chips (not frozen, as was printed on the menu :P) My order came and I enjoyed my food much and the Homemade Chips was addictive!!! I believe they cut the potatoes julienne and then dipped it lightly into a garlic added batter before frying it. 

My verdict on the new addition into the menu that I tried, 4 :D I left being a happer camper, can't complain much :D 

The Thai Style Pandan Chicken with Rice

 

The Homemade Chips

Trust me, looks can be deceiving but the taste is yummy and addictive!

Singgah D'Ayer Mulih

Okay, so the name is very Bruneian ethnic based on the Ayer Mulih ending. Ayer Mulih is a traditional Brunei design of inter-twined branches and leaves, in a circle which has no ending. 

Anyhow, back to my review. 

This restaurant to my best knowledge, recently opened its doors to the public somewhat back in April this year since I drive past it every working day :P Never did it dawned to me that I'd set foot into this eatery. I know the highlight of this place is Ambuyat. The ambiance is somewhat nice only then there's no ample lighting, I'd say, which didn't manage to impress me at all (afterall, it's Daddy who really wanted to try this place out). 

I was pretty ecstatic when I see the Cicah Pidada in the menu (p.s I got excited due to the fact that I watched how it was made on Rampai Pagi). The service is so-so, but the food, oh god! Seriously, failed to impress me, what more my picky father! The food came almost an hour after ordering, which left us really frustrated. And the Cicah Pidada was tasteless! FAIL!!!

 Overall, out of 5, I'd rate this place a 1.5. The owner really need to do some homework on how to cook Brunei traditional food and sit down with the senior citizens. 

The Menu, photocopied *yawn*

The Ceiling is the only thing that impressed me, they used kain songket.

I wonder is it plainly kain songket that you get elsewhere or the Jong Sarat? If its the Jong Sarat, it must be really expensive to put this place together!

Daging urat tumis, it's spicy and salty but the overall taste, it's plain bland.

The Cicah Pidada, tasteless!

This sayur pakis tumis failed to impress both mom and dad

The ambuyat and the cicah, the ambuyat for your information was runny and it managed to burn my esophagus! The only this that was yummy was the cicah binjai plus tempoyak. 

The banner by the entrance. I'd think twice before I set foot into this place again.

Finally, I am back

Sorry for the late update, but I am back after asking for a few of my friends' opinion. 

I do have a few reviews but I promise you soon, so watch this space :P Ta....

I am getting married!

Sorry for not updating since I was on a strike, LOL, not! Been quite busy really, hence I didn't update the blog.

Goodbye 2011, welcome 2012. Never too late yea? :D Last year was filled with much events and happenings, some sweet, some, well, I need not mention. Especially with the bf, we grew closer than ever after that.

Yes, I am getting married but the date itself, I'm not sure yet. The bf did mention about the plans of getting married, but when I asked him when, he'd just grin and say,"Just wait. When I say it officially, you better be ready!"

It kinda left me with cold feet! Seriously, I am sooo nervous still! I know, I like watching people getting married, but for me, oh god, its the big plunge that I am nervous about. Sure, I am so much in love with the bf, he is too, but I am just scared. I admit, I am scared of commitments, but with him, its the first time that my relationship lasts for more than 4 years!

Well, easier said than done, I've been trying to calm my nerves, and hope for the best that I won't chicken out.

A few days ago, I went to have breakfast with him, and before I said anything, he mentioned about the engagement rings ( he didn't want to get engaged at first but then he insisted that he wanted to ) and then renovating my room and such! I think I went white as a ghost because after that he held my hand and asked are you okay? LOL!!! And he went on talking about the plans. I think I went blank again soon after...ahaha :P

I just want a small wedding filled with close families and my friends. Let's just hope it will turn out well, Amin.