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JIUJIAN1MOROUND GOES GU MA JIA PTV KITCHEN RESTAURANT!

A cosy home cooking style with award winning dishes that melts in ones mouth and heart .

I must say I wasn’t really prepared to encounter such an authentic dining experience especially after coming back from a cross culture performing trip to Penang.

As I was led to the second floor of this private kitchen theme, home-style restaurant, I thought I was back again to some parts of Penang again. It is like visiting one of my aunties’ homes where we used to chit chat, relax andjust wait for our delicious dinner to be served

 I started with a healthy enzyme drink to fight the heat from outside. I understand this enzyme drink is homemade by Gu Ma with her special recipe and is good for digestion, detox, and complexion!

The Yuan Yang Gai Lan was my favorite in terms of health, creativity, taste and visual appeal. The Gai Lan leaves were fried like crispy nori, sprinkle on top of the stir fried Gai Lan crunchy stalks, giving it a different texture.

I am not into spicy food, but their signature Assam Fish Head was amazingly fresh and satisfying to the taste buds. Spiciness level is comfortable. I like that there is no coconut being used in this dish and instead lots of vegetables atop the dish. It is just so appetizing with its spicy, sour combination.

The White Pepper Crab was quite a surprise too! Very aromatic as the white pepper is specially imported from Sarawak. It blended so well with the fresh, juicy crab meat. You can taste the white pepper and the sweetness of the meat together, creating a unique taste that lingers on. They also sell the white pepper for home use.

Last but not least, the Kyoto Pork Ribs was so tender that I almost mistaken it as chicken with the special tangy sauce marinated and served with foil on hot plate to keep the dish warm and tantalizing.

Overall experience was surprisingly good and makes one want to re-visit this private kitchen home-style concept restaurant.
Hmmm, I wonder what should I try on my next visit?

I am organizing a ‘Makan with Jiu Jian’ food tour soon. Join me on next my food adventure! to Gu Ma Jia.

We can get to learn how to create some dishes from Gu Ma herself as she will share with us some of her recipes.

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A BRAND NEW YEAR with DON GIOVANNI BY CENTARA GRAND LADPRAO BANGKOK!

                                             

     DON GIOVANNI ITALIAN RESTAURANT                

                                 CENTARA GRAND LADPRAO 

              Centara Grand Ladprao is one of the top 5 star hotel that holds some of the most interesting yet unique F&B outlets in Bangkok. In my previous stays with CGLB , there was much fond memories, be it it  the Blue Sky RoofTop Bar & Dinning,  Dynasty Chinese Restaurant where i have my favourite chinese double boil soups or Hagi Japanese Restaurant where i sink my teeth into the freshness of Japanese prepared sea food and star dish Wagyu beef keeps me going back for more when ever i revisit Centara Grand Ladprao Bangkok. And the above mentioned was just few of the 9 beautiful F&B outlets you could savor a varieties of a delicacy from East to West and traditional or fusion traditional Thai cuisines. Even though it wasn't the first time i noticed about this classy outlook Don Giovanni Italian Restaurant when i was checking in or my usual relaxing time at the lobby. I was always wondering and curious about hows the experience going to be , in that cozy faint lighted ambiance looking through the glass windows from the lobby...  Therefore i was delighted , when i finally got the time and opportunity to experience Don Giovanni during my last visit to Centara grand ladprao near  end of 2015.  And the reason to only share my experience with Don Giovanni in the beginning of 2016 is obvious,  i see it as the best way to welcome year 2016 introducing the warm, cosy trattoria- inspired restaurant serving flavours of Italian fine cuisine.
I was greeted by the soul of Don Giovanni , Chef Stefano from Italy.  Once i was comfortably seated in the rustic ambiance restaurant. Chef Stefano was swift as wind recommending their day special and some signature dishes to my personal likings from starter,  wine selections from their wine cell , side dishes , main course and desserts.  Our conversations was one of the most heart enlightening one and the rest of the time savouring the dishes was truly amazing...

Pinot Nero Trentino Mezzacorona Vintage 2012.

               As i am not a usual drinker or wine lover ,  the red wine ( shown above picture ) that Chef Stefanon presented was very smooth  and soothing to the throat , and thus Pinot Nero Trentino Mezzacorona Vintage 2012 was a good start  for a non drinker like me before moving into the starter of the day . 

Being a small eater ,  portions or the way food is prepare is very important for me. My personal eating habits and taste was usually on lighter side , so that it allows me  to savour more . It was a great choice to start with the freshness and layered textures  of greens and herbs ,  created by the Rocket Salad , especially for all healthy eaters.

Rocket salad with grilled smoked Mozzarella cheese and vegetables, extra virgin olive oil and balsamic.

If the Rocket salad was a good kick start , the next dish Pan-fried foie gras with Alaskan Scallop was a gem among the others . The light crispy layer outside and succulent inside scallop was a must try for all seafood lovers 

Pan-fried foie gras with with Alaskan Scallop wrapped with Parma Ham.

The 1st part of the overall experience with Don Giovanni was indeed delightful . But the following dish which i rarely goes for is one of my personal favourite . Cause i am usually not a red meat eater, but i was attracted to the name given to this dish and with Chef Stefano's strong recommendation , i decided to give it a try . And the ending result was better than expected, especially the tenderness of the loin together with wild mushrooms and rich tasty gravy pushed me to clear the plat without much difficulties.

Grilled Kurobuta black loin bacon, baby onion and wild mushrooms white baslsamico reduction

By now , i am almost half fulled  , but without any hesitation , i am pampering myself for once with the dish that i personal choose,  the sea food platter.  But my main aim was the Snow Fish. Cause i remembered the previous time i had a snow fish dish with Centara Grand Ladprao Bangkok was at their Japanese Restaurant Hagi .  The sea food platter once again challenged my appetite to my limit . Amazingly i managed to taste a decent portion of each seafood.  At the end of it ,  i found another word for the experience, home style, that's the kind of taste that created a longing experience , especially when one is away from home.

Don Giovanni grilled seafood platter (Snow Fish, Tiger Prawn, Salmon, Alaskan Scallop, Calamari and Rock Lopster) Sliced almond Italian parsley green sauce.

I thought i would be too full for anymore challenge after the previous tantalizing

side dish and main courses . Surprisingly i went on with a nice cup of Italian coffee , hopefully to make my experience complete with Don Giovanni. So far this have broke the record of my pass gourmet experience. But i must say in a very good way and full satisfaction. Not to mention the romantic ending dessert Chocolate Bon Bon , created a perfect closure for this treat. 

Chocolate Bon Bon.

The overall experience with Don Giovanni was exquisite and impressive , from ambiance , services to food quality and standards have  left  an impression that lust for a long time. It will be one of my favourite choice of unique Italian cuisine.  If you happens to be in Bangkok this season , don't miss the current the chance to pamper your taste buds . Ask for special of the day when ever you visit or you might be interested to go for the lunch promotion during this season of the year. Chef Stefano has lovingly put together a Sicilian - style lunch table , made with home-made pasta, rich tomato sauces, local wines, cheeses and plenty of Mediterranean inspiration. All for just THB 1,300++ per person. Opening Hours: 11:30 - 14:30 / 18:00 - 22:30 hrs (closed on Sundays)

Make your reservation online today : 

http://www.centarahotelsresorts.com/centaragrand/cglb/restaurant/don-giovanni-italian-restaurant/


or check out some of the finest F& B outlets when you visit Centara Grand Ladprao Bangkok today:
http://www.centarahotelsresorts.com/centaragrand/cglb/

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JIUJIAN1MOROUND - A BLOCK AWAY FROM HOME !

This August Jiujian1moround find its way to new , chic ,friendly urban homestyle hostel along bangkok Sukhumvit road just 2 min from Nana station which is just 5min from Asoke BTS station.

Located right in the middle of Bangkok’s central business district, The Blocks Hostel is just steps away from Chuvit Garden and across the road from Sukhumvit soi 11, the legendary party scene in Bangkok. Nearby attractions also include Korean Town (Sukhumvit Plaza), Terminal 21 shopping mall, Benjasiri Park, and the latest EM District that consists of big name Emporium and new EMQUARTIER shopping complex.

The 6 storeys building nest in the middle of a strach of old shop houses surrounded by other high rise malls and international hotels is like the bumble bee among the Transformers, Just the right size to create a home ambiance style hostel , not only solves your accommodation woes , but provide a pretty conducive and personal , private hostel staying experience.

I took a few days to differentiate "The Blocks hostel" unique part from the much competitive backpacker hostel business in Bangkok and the following was my personally likings:

1. the spiral stair case that leads up to a private cozy reading and computer area was one of my hiding place when i need to have some time and space of my own to read, write or use the computers

the into spiral staircase that leads to a private reading space where free computer stations is provided

2. the freedom that the hostel provide , mutual trust and respect culture for both parties. except for some general rules and regulation that was being reminded, one feels pretty at home , or even more freedom than your own home.

Try the Moo-Ka-Ta ( traditional thailand barbecue) on every Wednes for just 150 that

3. the 1st hostel that provides free self laundry , this really was a plus point that further provide a home like stay environment

4. for a hostel and the rate they were charging, the customized beds that provide guests a good night’s sleep after a day full of activities really worth all the penny

bath and shower room attached in the 4 bedded dormitory makes everyday personal cleaning and detox experiences convenient

5. Though THe Blocks Hostel is consider a small scale hostel , but the creativity in the hostel was not compromised. every space has its own unique style which adds not only comfort for the guests but fun and artistic murals was all bonus to the environment.

mordern murals on walls adds colour to 

 

comfortable movie area with the lastest movie selection and tv channel where i spent most of the time during rainy and lazy days

besides the above personal likings, food is definately not a problem with varieties ,  delicious and value for money choices ...

my favourite street food " Omelette rice "

The Blocks Hostel is definately one of the few hostels that i have experienced which i would missed and would goes back more than once , not to mention sharing with my friends that travels bangkok and in need of a safe, clean , friendly and affordable hostel to rest the mind and soul during traveling in the land of thousand smiles.

For more informations on The Block Hostel pls visit the following official pages:

https://www.facebook.com/theblockshostel/?fref=ts

http://www.theblockshostel.com

Pls mention recommended by Jiujian1MOROUND or Jiu JIan when ever you does a booking or evening drop me a note at : konencreative@gmail.com and official facebook page: 

https://www.facebook.com/Jiujian1moround玖健逛艺圈-343001779220064/

or my official instagram : https://www.instagram.com/jiujiankenn/

so that we could ensure you will receive better attention adn a pleasant stay with The Blocks Hostel