Burgertory @ SS15 Subang Jaya

Hog heaven hidden amid hellish parking: Subang's Burgertory is a Godsend for fans of suburban hot spots like MyBurgerLab, Burger Junkyard & Crayon Burger.

Sinning seldom gets deadlier than the Burgertory Treasure, boasting a pork patty consecrated with crunchy croutons of pork lard (!!!), murderously sufficient for an entire platter of Hokkien Mee. Only RM13 (no taxes) in a set with fries & a soft drink.

For the Last Supper menu: Pork patties here come close to the Holy Grail of juiciness, transformed into burger bacchanalia when partnered with a Goliath's portion of crab meat, cabbage, cheddar cheese, tobiko & pimento sauce (RM17).

Sumo Burger (RM19). Harbors a demonic double-whammy of grass-fed beef & cheddar cheese. Offers a satisfying chew, but it could be more salaciously seasoned & perhaps complemented with savory bacon & a runny egg.

The Pearly Gates await those who resist the meaty temptations above; St. Peter will hand out Mixed Grain Burgers (RM12) of chickpea-bean patties & caramelized onions.

Fries are fine here; this just-right portion might be gone in sixty seconds. 

Burgertory opens 6pm-11pm, except Mondays, with parking outside easing after 9:30pm. It's calm for now, but expect the crowds to flock here soon.

The menu calls it "crap meat" instead of "crab meat." Customers, forgive them; they do know what they do (as far as the main task of whipping up house-made buns & patties is concerned). 

Best Burger ever? Nope, but that little white lie is OK. Still recommended, for the pork burgers. Plus, the folks here are friendly, genuinely friendly.

Burgertory,

8A (First Floor), Jalan SS15/4D, Subang Jaya.
http://www.facebook.com/Burgertory

Proud Janny @ The Weld & CafeNine @ Ming Annexe

Food is fun! Here's a look at two city cafes that embody that philosophy: Proud Janny, launched this month at The Weld shopping mall ...

... & CafeNine, which caters mainly to office workers at Ampang's Ming Annexe.

First up, Proud Janny, a proud entry to this often-ignored Raja Chulan complex.

Pulled beef with eggs, tomatoes & cucumbers in brioche (RM15), a sandwich that satisfies.

Rice queens receive the royal Asian treatment here; try the nasi ulam with ayam percik that's prepared confit-style before being blanketed in coconut sauce ...

... or citrus-herb rice with Penang & Nyonya flourishes such as chicken lor bak, sambal hebe & tamarind assam prawns.

Proud Janny operates 11:30am-4pm weekdays but will expand its hours & menu, which also comprises Eggs Benedict, crispy-skin salmon spaghetti aglio olio & salted caramel cakes.

Icy caffe latte or steaming-hot mochachino? The latter's a little better, we think.

Next up: Cafe Nine, a cozy nook that, unfortunately, also only opens during daylight.

Gourmet burgers have been all the rage, but will gourmet hot dogs have their day? Cafe Nine's ahead of the curve, offering the fusion flamboyance of seaweed-wrapped sausage, sauerkraut, corned beef, caramelized onions & wasabi mayo (RM16).

Spinach fettuccine in Thai green curry with prawns, poached chicken, pea sprouts, boiled eggs & bean curd (RM15). Actually addictive, not scarily spicy.

Thyme soda, a herbal twist to a beverage that's refreshing enough for a sultry afternoon.

Cafe Nine's coffee is OK though not the ultimate reason to head here.

Proud Janny @ The Weld, Jalan Raja Chulan

Cafe Nine @ Ming Annexe, Jalan Ampang

Proud Janny,
Lower Ground Floor, The Weld, Jalan Raja Chulan, Kuala Lumpur.
Cafe Nine,
Ground Floor, Ming Annexe, Off Jalan Bukit Nanas, Jalan Ampang, Kuala Lumpur.

Tsukitei @ Taman Tun

Tsukitei has taken over from Mizu at Plaza TTDI, making nearly no changes in the decor.

Comfort food is the watchword here, epitomized by the chicken-&-potato complimentary starter.

Foie gras rolls (RM40+) come recommended, well-filled with lovely liver.

Another can't-fail: salmon carpaccio with roe, avocado, garlic & spring onions (RM40+).

Soft-shell crab maki, crisply meaty. Pity that Tsukitei seems so emptied of patrons; in another location, this restaurant might thrive.

Pumpkin tempura (RM20+), a true treat for fans of this golden gourd.

Teppanyaki duck breast with sesame sauce (RM45++). Sadly, the meat tastes past its prime.

Wrapping up on a positive note: warm, soft omelet-coated eel.

Sake is available, as is wine (but only by the bottle).

Tsukitei Japanese Dining,
Plaza TTDI, Taman Tun Dr Ismail.

Fauchon Paris @ KLIA & Mango Tree @ Suvarnabhumi

Checking out a couple of airport cafes: First up, eating & drinking at KLIA can be a little less dismal, thanks to Fauchon Paris.

Spaciously wide-open & seemingly perfect for people-watching, though the watchers will probably end up being watched themselves by passers-by.

A cheese sandwich seems like the quintessential airport food, but Fauchon's version is undeniably decent, with a baguette laden with sliced emmental, tomatoes, lettuce & cucumbers. For RM21++, you get exactly what you'd expect.

A bit more upmarket: Norwegian smoked salmon with steamed potatoes & salmon eggs. Luscious, but the serving, though large, won't justify the RM52++ price tag.

Blinis with horseradish & dill sauce. Warm & fluffy, fine for mindless nibbling.

Super-dense chocolate cakes & superbly creamy cheesecakes are also available. Bravo!

But the main reason we lingered here was for the drinks: Fauchon's own Szechuan-pepper spiced vodka and 10-year-old whiskey. All RM35++ by the glass.

Single-grain gin & 10-year-aged Martinique white rum. Cocktails are also offered, though the RM90++ Kir Royale seems too rich for our blood.

Open 24 hours. If only this outlet wasn't past passport control, we could almost imagine being peckish at 3 a.m. & deciding to drive here for some food.

Biscuits & tea for purchase before rushing off to the plane.

Next up, visiting our northern neighbor: Bangkok's Mango Tree might be best known for its charming eatery in the city, but folks departing this Land of Smiles can relish a final taste of Thai cooking at a branch located in Suvarnabhumi Airport.

Mee Khor Moo Yang _ thin noodle soup, made flavorful with grilled pork neck. Wish that we could have at least one outlet in KLIA that wouldn't steer clear of swine.

Ayutthaya-style beef noodles. Meat, balls and tripe, all here, all tasty.

Mango Tree's signature cocktails include this one served in a coconut shell, a thick, smoothie-like creation brimming with vodka, malibu, fresh pineapple juice and coconut milk.

Mango Tree Smile (Mekhong whiskey, blue curacao, fresh mango, rose lime juice, sugar syrup).

Fauchon Paris,

Kuala Lumpur International Airport.

Mango Tree,

Suvarnabhumi Airport.