Gala Seafood

Had dim sum with the family this morning. Dim sum is always a favourite with us. Instead of the usual place, we went to Gala Seafood.

Here are the dishes we ordered...

The must-have Har Gao...

Crowd favourite Siu Mai...

Mom's love - Phoenix Claws (aka Chicken feet)...

To satisfy dad's cravings for seafood - large juice Scallop (Har Gao style)...

Something new - Wonton in Soy Sauce...

This was surprisingly tasty...silky wrap, juicy fillings, and savoury sweet and salty soy sauce.

To wrap things up, we had the Seafood Cabbage Roll...

Juicy scallops, cripsy prawns wrapped in smooth and sleek cabbage. Gotta love the light clear sauce too!

Really good dim sum experience!

Gala Seafood
1008-8300 Capstan Way
Richmond, BC V6X 4B7
(604) 233-1095

Ajisen Ramen

Parents had to make changes to their flight home, so had a visit to Parker Place today. Nothing planned for lunch, we went with the closest and something out of the usual - Ramen!

I have always wanted to visit Ajisen Ramen, but was told to go to Kintaro down in Van. if I wanted to eat Ramen. So it's a good thing those naysayers weren't around today :)

Sadly, I can't remember what we ordered, but here are shots of each...


And another bowl...


Now that I've tried both Kintaro and Ajisen, to be honest, I can't really tell the difference. Soup wise, noodle wise, meat wise...they are very similar. Maybe I am just not into Ramen, but I love noodle soup, that's for sure!

Ajisen Ramen
Parker Place Mall
Richmond, BC
Tel: 604-304-3351

Banana Leaf

My mom had her eye check up today, and we decided to meet up near the hospital for lunch. There are plenty of food places down East Broadway, and one of them that my parents have yet to try and I know they would love to is...Banana Leaf.

I've frequented Banana Leaf quite a few times, on their other branches, but not the one here.

Here's what we had for lunch. Lamb Curry to start...



And then the Chaw Kwe Tiao...



These were so good...how I wished I am back in S'pore/Malay to have a taste of the real thing! (and with the godly pork lard)

Finally, the laksa...



For spicy fans, this is a must try. Their laksa is as good as it can get over here, so for those craving it, give it a shot :)

As usual, Banana Leaf didn't disappoint and everyone was full and happy!

Banana Leaf
820 W Broadway Vancouver, BC
Tel: (604) 731-6333

Kingford Seafood

Went out for dim sum with the family this morning. Decided to opt for a new place instead of our regular favourite.

New place, same variety of food...we are creatures of habit aren't we?

Har Gao

Siew Mai

Phoenix Claws

Beef Tripe


Seafood Wonton...finally something new.

It's actually pretty good - large cripsy shrimp and plenty of chives giving it its fragrance.

The hilite...or supposed to be - Snake Soup


Soup tasted sour, like a mix of soy sauce and vinegar. Meat wise, snake tasted like chicken breast, but less flaky. At least I can say I tried. Maybe whole snake would taste different...hmmm...where can I get one?

Pseudo claypot rice with seafood.

This was disappointing. First, it came really late; second, it was half cooked when it came. They did give us a "new" one, only for us to find it's also half-cooked. They blamed us for rushing them, but we waited for 30 mins for this!

Dim sum wise, nothing unique, pricey too. Service a definite 1 star out of 5.

Kingford Seafood
200-5890 No. 3 Road
Richmond, BC V6X 3P6
(604) 270-8888

Caffè Artigiano

Nothing to do today, so brought her out for coffee. Off to Caffè Artigiano we went, and had a cup of their Cappuccino.

Here's a shot of it...



Not a big coffee fan, so doesn't taste any extra special. But it sure is beautiful, isn't it?

Caffe Artigiano (Kerrisdale)
2154 W 41st Ave
Vancouver, BC
Tel: (604) 267-1008

Guu in Aberdeen

Having tried Guu in Vancouver and really loved it, we were excited to try the local Guu.

Here are what we ordered...

Baked Black Cod

Ahi tuna steak

Yakiudon


The creaminess of the sauce and satiny udon...ahhhh.

The healthy Sashimi salad

And the star of the meal - Ton Toro (pan-fried pork cheek)...


Pricey but nevertheless Delicious!

Guu in Aberdeen
4151 Hazelbridge Way #2790
Richmond, BC V6X 3R8
Tel: (604) 295-6612