Sunday 7 January 2018

Softcore, Sunway

Date visited : 1 January 2018

I've passed by this place many times but I have never made it a point to try it out. My chance came on the first day of 2018. I had a late brunch so I was looking for a place to have some light snacks and dessert. So this was the first place that came to my mind... Softcore.


The interior was very cozy and tastefully decorated. They have a variety of teas and juices to choose from. So even if you're not hungry, this would be a good place for a drink as well.



Before I start with the food that we ordered, let me show you our pretty drinks...


The refreshing pink drink in front is called the Pample Rose. It is made of pink grapefruit and sun dried orange topped with soda. The yummy white one at the back is the Oreo Cookies Milkshake. It is a blend of vanilla and oreo cream cookies.

And as for food, my husband and I didn't want anything heavy so we decided to go for some snacks instead.



My husband ordered the Hashbrown Stack. Their homemade hashbrowns are crispy on the outside while still soft and delicious on the inside. It is served with crispy beef bacon, coleslaw, a fried egg and some salad.

I on the other hand had a hard time choosing what to eat because there are so many interesting selections on their main menu and their special menu.



I finally decided on their Golden Toast. The two brown pieces you see in the photo are their version of french toast and they are topped with caramelized banana, fresh strawberries and blueberries. The toast are unique and it doesn't look nor taste like ordinary bread. It also have a crispy outer layer and a soft inside. They are drizzled with maple syrup served with lemon puree, strawberry jam & whipped butter. It has a combination of salty, sour and sweet flavours all in one dish.

Since the signature dish of this place is their molten cake, I had to try at least one of their chef's recommended selection.



I chose their Taro Molten Cake. It is made from purple yam, fried yam strips, yam coulis, gula melaka and served with vanilla ice-cream. I'm glad it did not disappoint me but made me want to come back and try other flavours as well.

On overall, this place is a very comfortable place to chill and chat with your friends while enjoying your food and drinks.


OUR RATING
Ambience : 4/5 
Service : 4/5
Food Quality : 3.5/5
Price Range : $$

Other information:
Address : 56, Jalan PJS 11/7, Bandar Sunway, 46150 Subang Jaya, Selangor
Contact No. : 03-5613 7273
Business Hours : 11am - 10.30pm (Sunday-Thursday) / 11am - 11.30pm (Friday-Saturday) / Closed on Tuesdays
Transaction : Credit cash & Cash

Maria's Steakcafe, Bangsar

Date visited : 31 December 2017

To be honest with you, I'm actually not a big fan of steak. My usual intake tolerance is only half the size of my fist. So I never thought I would recommend a place for steaks based on my own opinion.

I was introduced to this place more than a year ago and this was my 3rd time here. I don't come to this place very often because this place for me is not for casual dining and meant for special occasions.


Just as written on the shop front... Nothing Fancy, Simply Good Food, it may not seem like some posh and fancy dining place but the food here is really no joke.

Their main highlight are their beef steaks. If you are one of those who love steaks and knows your beef well, you must try steaks here.

Since it was New Year's Eve, we could only order from the set menu. 


This is the appetizer of the day, US scallops. The scallops are very fresh and juicy.


Next is the Truffled Mushroom Soup. It is very tasty and it's definitely not soup from the can.

And now the highlight for the night...


I ordered the US Prime Black Angus. But if you're a beef lover, you should try their Wagyu. For me who is not a regular beef lover, even the US Prime Black Angus tasted like heaven for me. Can you imagine what a Wagyu will do to your taste buds? My guy friend said it's the taste of First Love and First Kiss.

Last but not least, the dessert.


We were served the Cranberry Prune Cake which was delicious. But since my brother didn't like Prunes, he requested for a different cake...


And this is a very delicious moist chocolate cake.

So if you have a special occasion and you're looking for the place to have a quiet celebration, this would be one of the best place to consider.


OUR RATING
Ambience : 4/5 
Service : 4.5/5
Food Quality : 4.5/5
Price Range : $$$ (The steaks are quite pricy but it's really worth it)

Other information:
Address : 58, Jalan Maarof, Bangsar Baru, 59100 Kuala Lumpur
Contact No. : 03-2282 2220
Business Hours : 12pm - 10.30pm (Daily)
Transaction : Credit cash & Cash