Sahara Tent, Shah Alam, June 2012

Dear Diary,

Once upon a day, in our mission to find good eating places around Shah Alam, we checked out Sahara Tent. Situated at Plaza Shah Alam, Sect 9, Shah Alam, this restaurant is easily spotted if you drive by Plaza Massalam. We have passed by it countless times but never once tried dining there. An entry in Sweet, Sour and Juicy piqued my interest to give this place a try.

I like its interior ambiance.  Overall, foods are satisfactory. Sahara Tent provides catering services for weddings, parties, events, etc. There are three other branches located in Bukit Bintang, Ampang and Putrajaya.

Humus (I like Al Diafah's humus more)

Mandi Lamb

Kabsa Lamb

Musahab Chicken

Pot of Arabian Tea, Pineapple Juice, Pepsi

Location: Lot F.3, 1^st Floor, Plaza Shah Alam, No. 2, Jalan Tengku Ampuan Zabedah E9/E, Section 9, 40100 Shah Alam, Selangor. Telephone number: 03 – 5511 8310. Fax number: 03 – 5519 8342. Operating hours: 11am – 12 midnight. Website: www.saharatent.com

Chili's, Empire Shopping Gallery, June 2012

Dear Diary,

One evening, I felt like eating western cuisine. We drove to the nearest place that offers many western fares, Empire Shopping Gallery. Among several choices available, we opted for Chili’s. Although it was peak dinner time, we received good service. The waiter was polite and courteous.

Fajita Trio - yummy

Lamb Shoulder - yummy (mashed potato - super yummy!)

Spaghetti Chicken - bland to our taste

Pepper Pals Pasta (Kids' Menu)

Chicken Burger (Kids' Menu)

Gorilla Cheese Sandwich (Kids' Menu) - yummy

Chocolate Brownie Sundae - yummy

 

To make it sweeter, kids get to eat free for each adult entrée. Everybody loves to hear the word free, right.

Location: Lot G-17, Ground Floor, Empire Shopping Gallery, Jalan SS 16/1, 47500 Subang Jaya, Selangor. Telephone number: 03 - 5631 8825. Fax number: 03 - 5631 8819. Website: www.chilis.com.my

Restoran Makanan Sedap, Kota Damansara, June 2012

Dear Diary,

Apa ada pada nama…so, a saying says. Everything and nothing, I’d say. It can make or break you, depending on circumstances. Name plays an integral part because it represents an entity. When it comes to a restaurant’s name, what do you think of Makanan Sedap as a choice?

What a name, right! Candid and straightforward! There actually exists a Restoran Makanan Sedap in Kota Damansara. Hubby has been there a few times during lunch hour and he brought us there one fine evening. I like the place’s tropical resort style décor especially its rattan furniture. Staffs were very friendly, spending time talking and playing with Imran, Zarra and Irfan.

Nasi Goreng Tomyam

Nasi Goreng Black Pepper

Nasi Goreng Cina (no veggie)

Mi Kari (no veggie)

Everything was “sedap”, appropriately reflecting the restaurant’s name.

Address: E-46-G, E-46-1, E-47-G & E-47-1, Jalan Teknologi 3/9, Bistari ‘De’ Kota, Kota Damansara, PJU 5, 47810 Petaling Jaya, Selangor. Telephone number: 03 – 6140 6089. Fax number: 03 – 6140 6075. Email: restoransedap@yahoo.com

Meeting A Famous Character

Dear Diary,

On our way to Bubba Gump Shrimp & Co for our early dinner, we "stumbled" upon one famous Japanese cartoon character - DORAEMON.

Without wasting any time, I took out my camera and asked my willing models to pose for me.

Bubba Gump Shrimp & Co, The Curve, June 2012

Dear Diary,

Before watching Snow White & The Huntsman, we had an early dinner at Bubba Gump Shrimp & Co. If you’re a diehard fan of blockbuster movie Forrest Gump, I think this restaurant should be included in your list of must visit places. Bubba Gump Shrimp prides itself with unique décor which uses the film as its interior theme. Everything’s based on the film.

That evening we feasted on:

Hush Pups - yummy

Run Chicken Run Pasta

Crazy Cajun Chicken - yummy

Salmon & Veggie Skillet

Beverages (Marvelous milkshake!)

Kids Menu (Include French fries, Jell-O and fruit juice)

Come to think of it, nobody ordered shrimp. There was no shrimp in our meals at all.

Location: The Curve, Lot 145, 1st Floor, No. 6, Jalan PJU 7/3, Mutiara Damansara, 47800 Petaling Jaya, Selangor. Telephone number: 03 - 7710 9862/3. Fax number: 03 - 7710 9864 Website: www.bubbagump.com