Red Beanbag @ Publika

Red Beanbag's menu dazzled with hearty Australian dishes that are fairly priced. The interior was modeled after Australian-inspired cafes, with rustic tables and concrete counters filling up the empty space. 

Cute beanbags hanging above the kitchen window.

Leave it to the passionate baristas to provoke your taste buds.

Beautiful coffee art.

Eggs Atlantic (RM17.90) - Poached eggs with hollandaise, asparagus, mushrooms and smoked salmon. The eggs were cooked perfectly with hearty vegetables and fresh smoked salmon. The only disappointment was the bread - a toasted bread would make a good finishing. 

Long Black - Very drinkable coffee with a soft body and decent aroma.

Eggs Benedict (RM15.90) - Poached eggs with hollandaise, asparagus, mushrooms and streaky beef bacons. A simple hearty meal to kick start our day.

 A meal at Red Beanbag feels like a blissful Melbourne vacation. We are fortunate to have new cafe like this popping out around Dutamas area.

Verdict : SOMEWHAT SMITTEN

Ogawa Japanese Kitchen @ Plaza Mont Kiara

In these early days of the New Year, there are two things on our minds: seeking redemption for the gastronomic sins of December, and our next Chinese New Year feast. =)

Ogawa has long been synonymous with the famous massage chair. But today, I would like to introduce another stress relieve method - dining at Ogawa Japanese Kitchen. Situated inside Block A of Plaza Month Kiara lies a Japanese restaurant that's serves traditional Japanese food with a sweet twist.

Assorted Sashimi presented with a bed of shredded white radish (daikon), wasabi and shiso leaves. 

Spinach Goma-ae is a very popular side dish in Japan, which consists of ground sesame seasoning, soy sauce and spinach. You will often find this dish in a obento (lunch box) or teishoku (lunch set). 

Fresh Tuna & Yellow Tail Sushi - This is where fresh fish meets firm and moist rice 

Delicate House Made Tofu splashed with bonito flakes and finely chopped green onions

Creamy, drippy, slurpy and custardy Chawanmushi - One of the best in town.

Steam Oyster

Shiitake Mushrooms tossed with rice cakes and a bed of greens

Grilled Japanese Egg Plants dashed with soy sauce and finely chopped green onionsCrisp-edged Shishamo 

Served on a diminutive melon, the Unagi is topped with a sweet soy glaze

The Beef made a lively meal when warmed and tossed with dressing and greens

Okonomiyaki a.k.a Japanese pancake - this dish has gain popularity over the past few years, making it a must order dish

Verdict - TOTALLY SMITTEN