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Showing posts with label deep fried japanese food. Show all posts
Monday, April 3, 2017
KUSHIKATSU DARUMA in BGC: DEEP FRIED JAPANESE FOOD HEAVEN

With more and more Filipinos getting exposed to Japanese culture, it's no wonder why Filipinos can't stop eating Japanese Food. Everything is done simple yet on point. Thankfully another Japanese inspired restaurant opened up recently. From the guys that had concepts such as Bad Bird, Le Petite Souffle, Hey Handsome, and even Freezer Burn comes KUSHIKATSU DARUMA.
Located on the 2nd floor of UPTOWN MALL in BGC, KUSHIKATSU DARUMA is a franchise from the ever popular chain in OSAKA, JAPAN. The interiors are quite quirky and fun. Opposite of the plain and proper looking branches in Japan, this one is more playful.
Surrounded with different anime drawings and constant reminders of NO DOUBLE DIPPING, kids and families would enjoy the place. Remember that no double dipping applies to everyone. As the sauce that they serve are placed in communal bowls, you get to taste the flavor of sweet, salty and somewhat teriyaki with miso. Owner Charles Paw reminds everyone to eat them while they're hot. No time for that picture as everything taste better fresh off the frying pan.
Guest could choose between sets or individual orders. Each stick is placed on the tray as they are cooked. Not everything is served in one go. This ensures that the freshness of each item. Surprisingly, each bite doesn't give you that rancid and overly oily feeling. Everything is done by the book.
Admittedly, KUSHIKATSU DARUMA main draw is their deep fried sticks. Different cuts of meat, vegetables, intestines, offals, and even dessert could be ordered.
For beginners, the shrimp is a must. It reminds you of that tempura but with a closer resemblance to an ebi fry than a tempura. The batter is crisp while the meat inside is moist and delicious.
Hands down though, crowd favorite would be the CLASSIC KUSHIKATSU. This is their beef deep fried. Glorious meat that would be excellent with anything.
Cheese lovers would rejoice with the CAMEMBERT CHEESE. It's gooey perfection is just wonderful. A bit on the heavy side but it is a definite must get.
For someone more adventurous and enjoys something buttery, the FOIE GRAS is a must. Although not yet on the soft opening menu, this one is worth the wait. One bite in and it will get you hooked.
Filipinos would really enjoy these deep fried sticks. Thankfully, they also have rice bowls to partner them with. As Filipinos are behemoths when it comes to rice, a perfect partnership between the two is undeniable. Furthermore, KUSHIKATSU DARUMA serves different cocktail mixes and beers that would work well with anything you order from the menu.
Dessert is surprisingly smooth. One could go for a matcha ice cream or a miso and caramel version. Both has a mix of sesame seeds to add to the texture.
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KUSHIKATSU DARUMA is a welcomed addition to the different Japanese restaurants in the metro. They are currently on a 11am to 11pm shift. After a couple of weeks, they will extend their operating hours to 3am. Perfect for an after late night party to get that buzz away.



KUSHIKATSU DARUMA
2nd Level 
UPTOWN MALL BGC
(632) 946 7374
36th Corner 9th Avenue
Bonifacio Global City


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Monday, January 30, 2017
NADAI FUJISOBA: Japanese Comfort Food in SM MEGAMALL

For a Japanese Food Enthusiast, one has to take note of the flavors and the happy feeling that occurs after each bite. Surprisingly, it has been a while since I went to the same restaurant for two consecutive days. NADAI FUJISOBA did just that. It made me come back for more. There was something about the freshness and the quality with each dish they serve. I needed to have some more.
Nadai Fujisoba in Sm Megamall is the newest branch in their repertoire. Aside from BGC, SM AURA, SM NORTH THE BLOCK, you could definitely have your noodle and rice meal fix here. An interesting fact would be that NADAI FUJISOBA has over a hundred restaurant locations just in Tokyo alone, with some open 24/7. It just goes to show, that this is a restaurant that serves comfort food for the Japanese.
The main choices are actually divided into 3 things: cold and hot noodles,  rice toppings, and platters to share. When it comes to cold noodles, one could pick between the udon / thick noodles or the soba. The cold soba made from buckwheat is a crowd favorite. With a dipping sauce, you are suppose to eat this dish as soon as you receive it. There is a big different between the quality and the taste if it takes you too long before trying it out. After a period of 15 minutes, you get to realize that it will become soggy and soft. A complete turn around from the al dente and firm texture you may get once it is served.
In contrast to traditional ramen, the version of hot noodles in NADAI FUJISOBA is made with a different broth. A little on the sweet and savory side, it a great turn around from the usual noodle dish that we are accustomed to. It's a bit lighter compared to the heavy texture that the ramen broth usually has.
If you aren't into noodles, you may want to go for the classic rice dishes. Aside from having ebi tempura, NADAI FUJISOBA has other familiar yet delicious items on the menu as well. I suggest that you try out their fish cakes. Deep fried in tempura batter, it has a familiar flavor that you might enjoy.
For Rice Toppings, the KATSUDON will be forever in the list of choices. Basically, breaded pork with egg on top rice is served in a bowl of rice. There is simplicity here but the execution resulted into a delicious mix.
An unexpected dish that caught me off guard would be the BUTA BARA KIMUCHI DON. Thinly sliced beef is cooked into a savory, and mouth watering delight. It is a bit strong but the kimchi balances it out. It may not be for everyone but I enjoyed it alongside the cold soba that I had. Might be a worth a try if in case you get tired of your usuals.
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NADAI FUJISOBA is definitely a place that serves Japanese Comfort Food. The execution of the dishes are simple and straightforward that you won't go wrong with any.



NADAI FUJISOBA
Ground Floor
Sm Megamall Building A.
(The Mall Building near Podium).
Oritgas, Mandaluyong City, Metro Manila



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Friday, September 27, 2013
Saboten

The last time I visited Saboten was when I was in Singapore last year. Anyway, I was in the Serendra area with A so I tried how Saboten is doing here. 
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