As a continuation from Wedding at Montsalvat – Part 1 on my Photography Blog which featured the beautiful buildings and surroundings of Montsalvat, I thought I’d share Part 2 here on my Food Blog with photos that are more food related. The wedding was indeed a beautiful wedding surrounded by gorgeous buildings and you know what, people have always said that “buffet styled wedding dinners” always fall short… but I am here to prove everyone wrong! Yes, the wedding reception was a buffet.. but it was an AMAZING buffet.. and you will soon see why. We had a wonderful feast … Continue reading Wedding at Montsalvat – Part 2

On Friday night, to celebrate hubby’s birthday as well as to get together with family and friends (and celebrate a few other birthdays) I’ve organised a night out in the city – just the usual dinner, movie and perhaps some poker afterwards. Originally, the plan was to just have dinner at one of the restaurants at Crown which was our central place to meet up. However, thanks to the powerful word of mouth aka Twitter – I’ve managed to change the plans just slightly and booked a table for 9 at The Provincial Hotel, Fitzroy. Let me introduce you to … Continue reading Whole Suckling Pig @ The Provincial

Taking another break from my usual routine of “slaving away in the kitchen”, I thought I’d post a restaurant review. What a pleasant change. I love cooking, but I also love pampering myself and going out to eat, and be served by someone, and not having to do the dishes after. Usually, lunches are either leftovers from home or a quick takeaway from the cafe around the corner. Today I’ve decided to explore a new Thai restaurant that has just opened about a month ago… Sweet Lemon Thai Cuisine @ York St, South Melbourne   How did I know of … Continue reading Restaurant Review: Sweet Lemon Thai Cuisine @ York St, South Melbourne

Located only 10 minutes away from my workplace, it is hard to resist a Yum Cha calling on a Friday afternoon. So here’s just a little bit of food porn for all you foodies out there. Unfortunately I cannot successfully name all these Yum Cha dishes… so if you can offer me some help, that would be great! Our first dish was a deep fried fritter thing which I believe has some prawns and possibly crabmeat. Next, another prawn-based dim sum, steamed with very delicious ginger broth. This was like an “open prawn dimsum” with fish eggs. Amazing texture and … Continue reading Yum Cha at Gold Leaf Chinese Restaurant, Docklands Melbourne