Chiang Mai/Chiang Rai: Golden Triangle

 

On our recent trip to Chiang Mai,we took a day off to visit the Golden Triangle at the Chiang Rai province.  After much research, I decided not to stay a night there (most tourist do), as I don’t really see anything that I would want to explore.  But Golden Triangle is much like,  a must-do-one-time-tourist-thingy. So i hire a driver, and told him we just want to visit the Golden Triangle.  On the way, we stop by a Hot Spring area as well as the Long Neck Tribe.  I don’t post any picture here because, first I didn’t really take any picture at the tribe and second, I am not too sure about the tribe thingy.  Some say, its to support them, but to me it feels like a human zoo and I felt a bit sad looking at them too.  :(

 

Ok so, Golden Triangle, really its just about this hilly landscaped and you can see the three countries (hence TRIANGLE) divided by the Ruak River (and flows into Mekong River).  See the Map below.

Close up…

See the GOlden Triangle LOgo? Yup… so you can see the three countries, Laos, Myanmar and Thailand.  And Golden Triangle derived the name GOLDEN is because this place use to be a place where opium trade takes place.  The real active one.  And Opium is like a lucrative business then, hence, represents GOLD and hence the name GOLDEN TRIANGLE.  :)

So from this viewing deck, you can see the three countries.

Yah, that’s about it.  LOL, then we walk to the side to take some pictures at the site.  :)

Next, we went to visit (picture taking) at the Big Buddha in Golden Triangle.

that’s all for GOlden Triangle.  Some may not really want to go, but its all up to you.  You can also do a trip to Chiang Rai town while at Golden Triangle.  Anyway, if you would like to put up a night in Chiang Rai, there’s always the Four Seasons Golden Triangle and Anantara Golden Triangle.  :)

~blurdevil~

Sushi Tei

 

 

For those who frequent Japanese restaurant with conveyor belts, would have heard of Sushi Tei.  They have outlets in Singapore, Bandung, Jakarta, Medan, Surabaya, Sydney and of course Malaysia (Kuala Lumpur).  Recently I was invited to try their Japanese Yu Sheng and Winter Hokkaido Promotion.  Yes, you heard right.  Japanese Yu Sheng

 

Early “Lou Sang” for the year You can choose from Signature Japanese Yu Sheng or Premium Japanese Yu Sheng

Pour in all the ingredients/condiments/etc

And ready to “lou”

Kaisen Shabu Shabu Collagen Nabe (Salmon, Hotate, Fresh Shrimp, Ika, Assorted Vege) ~ RM36.80

Sakura Ebi Fuwa Fuwa (deep fried tofu ball with sakura ebi) ~ RM13.80

Mame Aji Karaage (deep fried baby horse mackerel) ~ RM15.80

Tara Shirako Karaage (deep fried shirako – shirako is the sperm sacs of the male specimen of Tara) ~ RM49.80

Donsako Sushi Moriawase (Red Prawn, Salmon Roe, Raw Scallop, Zuwai Crab, Salmon, Minced Tuna & Spring Onion) ~ RM46.80

Tropical Dragon Roll (Banana, King Prawn Sushi Roll – I find the combination creative, fresh and nice!) ~ RM20.80

Haru Cheese Roll (soft shell crab, avocado, cheese, rice paper sushi roll) ~ RM13.80

Crunchy Tuna ~ RM18.80

Salmon Mentai (One of my favourite) ~ RM6.80

Tempura Moriawase ~ RM13.80

Ikura Chawanmushi (Salmon Roe on Steamed Egg Custard) ~ RM12.80

Deep Fried Chicken Skin!

You can order a variety of their creative signature drinks to go with your food

Or just go with Green Tea

Else indulge in their ice cream (Mango, Durian, etc)

Head on to Sushi Tei :)

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Sudu, KL Hilton (Festive Menu)

I have previously blogged about the Festive Menu available at the other restaurants in KL Hilton which includes Senses, Chynna and Iketeru.  Before I blog more about Sudu (holiday-themed buffet), there’s more reason for you to spend your Christmas or New Year’s Eve at the many restaurants in KL Hilton.

 

Make your reservation online by 20th December 2011 (extended) and stand a chance to win exclusive weekend stays for two person at Hilton Kuala Lumpur.  :)  Top Prize includes Weekend Stay for two at Presidential Suite (with breakfast).  Get more information here.  :)

 

There’s more.  KL Hilton offers free pick-up and drop-off service (for a distance radius of 15km and below only) for diners at KL Hilton during the New Year’s Eve celebrations, so that you can party with an ease of mind.  Remember to pre-book this service by calling Hilton KL at +603-2264 2592/2596  :)

 

Holiday Mood at KL Hilton

The Giant Santa at Sudu

 

Let’s get on to Sudu shall we? If you are not contented with traditional Christmas offerings, fret not.  :) You can opt for dining at Sudu, with their holiday-themed buffet spread.  :)

 

Sudu Entrance

Holiday-themed

Sudu dining area ambience

Semi-private seating area

You can start off with the wide selection of Breads (eat plain or with Butter or Margarine or dip it in Soup)

Or fancy some healthy salad (or not )

whip up your own salad

Turkey Salad

Cheese Selection

Sushi Bar

Assorted Maki

Assorted Sushi

Seafood

Let’s head on to the Mains

Roasted Lamb

Roast Turkey

Capitan Chicken Curry (yums!)

Beef Rendang

Rawa Meen Semolina Fried Fish

Poached Snaper with Vegetable Stock and White Sauce

Grilled Chicken Breast with Apricot, Snow Pea & Tomato Basil

Duck

Pan Seared Mignon with Asparagus & Cherry Tomato

Butter Prawn, Chinese Style

Vegetable Squid

or munch some Keropok

Remember to leave your tummy space for the wide range of Desserts.

Which includes Choc Fondue

Various Cakes, they are just so pweeeettty

Malay Kuih

Apple Crumble

Macarons 

Last but not least, Fruits :)

Package for holiday-themed buffet in Sudu 

Christmas Eve: RM168++ per person

Christmas Day Lunch & Dinner: RM168++ per person

New Year’s Eve: RM188++ per person

Sudu KL Hilton

Call 03-2264 2592/2596 or book online (min 48 hours before) here

 

 

Iketeru, KL Hilton (Festive Menu)

Fancy some Japanese during this festive season.  Preview into what Iketeru has to offer for their Festive Menu.  :)

 

Nice deco with Aquarium

Macho Teppanyaki Chef not included

Sushi Bar

Choose the sake/Japanese wine of your choice

Sashimi

Appetiser

Teppanyaki

Scallop

Salmon

Garlic Rice

Dining at Iketeru this festive season entitled you to a purchase a beverage package at RM150++ per person for free flow beer, wine, house spirits and soft drinks during dinner and up to 1am at the Cosmo Lounge After Finner Party and Fireworks.  :)

Iketeru Festive Menu is priced at RM158++ per person or RM188++ per person (for seafood trio)

Iketeru KL Hilton

Call 03-2264 2592/2596 or book online (min 48 hours before) here

~blurdevil~