LWIN LEE | ANTIPODEAN @ MID VALLEY

Much have been heard and said about this chic and cozy café that goes stylishly by the name of Antipodean, accentuated by its multi-faceted interior design, touched up with some rustic country style feel.

There is also a nook that comes with more voguish theme if you prefer.

A rather al fresco dining cafe, the place is comfortably casual and well-ventilated, further enlivening diners with fresh air, every now and then.

While immersing in the laid-back atmosphere, you could also share it real time with your friends and followers at Open Snap.

What is Open Snap? It’s basically a platform enabling each and every foodie to instantly update and share any interesting spots and delicious grubs that they encounter in the gastronomic adventure.

It’s an online dining directory where it acts as a GUI snap guide whenever you’re out of idea of what to dine and a user-friendly platform for sharing your yummy photos with your enthusiastic foodie followers as well. It’s easily downloadable from both Andriod and iOS too with database over 1 million across Asia.

After immortalizing some unruffled moment with Open Snap, let’s get ready to amuse your discerning taste buds with moreish plates made freshly delivered upon order from the kitchen of Antipodean, shall we? (=

BUFFALO MOZZARELLA SALAD MYR 24

An excellent appetizer that gently tickle your palate with the fairly mild buffalo mozzarella that comes with bit of tang, gracefully captivating with its distinct flavor that goes incredibly well with olive oil, basil, tomatoes and coarsely grounded pepper. Like what the Italian says, Fior di latte- the flower of milk that signifies the milky creamy wonderfulness of buffalo cheese. Ma ma mia!

NICOISE SALAD MYR 18

Definitely a healthier plate to substitute your usual mayonnaise-rich dressing salad. Comes with chunky tuna flakes that are further infused with Italian flavours-fresh olives, sweetened balsamic reduction, generously diced tomatoes with soft potatoes atop of crunchy French beans.

PUMPKIN SAGE & FETA PASTA MYR 18

Fans of this golden fruit would relish in this pasta dish. Paired with naturally sweet and mushy pumpkin cubes, yummily mixed with sage and conchiglie, added with some black pepper to taste along with the chewy feta cubes, heavenly!  

  

EGGS MARLBORONAN WITH SALMON MYR 24

Late risers could still enjoy their breakie which is available all-day long at Antipodean Café. The wholesome plate is made up of the unmistakable perfectly poached egg, resting graciously on top of fresh smoked salmon coupled with special Hollandaise sauce and Italian bread dipper- olive and balsamic  vinegar on the side.

ASPARAGUS WRAPPED IN BACON WITH SCRAMBLED EGG MYR 20

Oh so juicy bacon streaks deliciously wrapped around crisp asparagus, spiced up with smooth and wobbly when cut-open omelette, ideally accompanied by fragrantly  toasted whole meal slice.

AVOCADO ON TOAST WITH GRILL TOMATO BACON MYR 18
Finally, saw my fav here, avocado!

Thought it’s not served as guacamole over here, this pairing of healthful avocado paste with tomatoes and delish baked bacons enriched with special red relish and toastie- is pure bliss!

LIME INFUSED LAMB KEBAB WITH GOLDEN COUS COUS MYR 24

Wow, the unexpected encounter- kebab!

The lamb cutlets are really well-done for the gamey taste has been properly handled and instead brilliantly injected with the citrusy of lime for that sharp ‘citron vert’, as the French calls it.

 

The cous cous prepared such way projects a much sweeter and fruity taste, due to the addition of puply raisins.

GRILLED CHICKEN WITH TOMATOES, GREEN BEANS AND BALSAMIC VINEGAR MYR 20

Juicy and tender slab of thoroughly marinated chicken fillet, decently grilled before finished off with some pepper and savoury sauce.

Some of the inventive and vibrant healthy juices (MYR 12 each) to make up your day less guilty after a marvelous feast! 

SLICE OF HEAVEN- CARROT, APPLE, GINGER, PEAR

TOLAGA BAY SUNRISE- ORANGE, BANANA, STRAWBERRY

JOANNA’S LIPS- CELERY, GINGER, CARROT, BEETROOT

Of course, a fantastic repast wouldn’t be complete without any sweet note.

                                    

Delectable array of inhouse-baked cakes are available near the counter, using recipes handed down by famous Kiwi chefs (and relatives).

BALINESE DATE CAKE with BUTTERSCOTCH  MYR 12 

This is one of the best-sellar by Antipodean, Balinese date cake that might be rather dry if without butterscotch.

CARROT CAKE MYR 8

Served with citrusy grated lemon frosting which am alright to go without for the cake is already a joyful and fluffy bites itself.

BANANA BREAD with CREAM CHEESE & HONEY MYR 8     

Never thought that my fave cream cheese could be so toothsomely paired this way- with banana bread which is then further made more gratifying with honey drizzle. What a terrific mariage, thumbs up!

              

As for the grand finale, we tried the freshly brewed cuppa to wash down the throat before calling it a day for that evening.                     

CAPPUCINO  MYR 10

MOCHACHINO MYR 10

CAFE BICERIN MYR 10

Overall, food was good with appropriate portion, tastefully wonderfully amidst the relaxing environment. Surely looking forward to another return.

Liking the yummylicious photos so far? For more drool-worthy gastronomic sharing, feel free to follow me or say Hi at WendyLee of Open Snap apps. For more info, please visit: http://www.opensnap.com/en/klangvalley/index

Cheers and Carpe Diem!  ❤ℒℴѵℯ❤

Location: GE-011 A, GF, Mid Valley Megamall, 59200 Kuala Lumpur

Opening Hours: Daily 7.30am till midnight

Website: http://www.antipodeancoffee.com/v2/index.php/our-cafes/antipodean-malaysia

  

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