Dry-ageing eel and chicken in the special cabinet at Joon Dining |
Dry-ageing eel and chicken in the special cabinet at Joon Dining |
Inspired by the cornerstone of Cantonese-style cooking, WOK HEY was founded by Huang Changyong and Jake Chia, in 2017 whose idea was to create modern interpretations of traditional Asian stir-fry staples in a box. To cater to a broader consumer segment, WOK HEY offers customisable stir-fry dished based on two Asian staples: rice and noodles.
The open
kitchen allows customers to view the entire preparation and cooking process at
WOK HEY: from the wide selection of quality ingredients going into each dish,
the high hygiene standards of the meals, the live cooking with eco-friendly
custom-made kitchen equipment, to the packing of customers’ food orders in
specially designed boxes befitting WOK HEY’s on-the-go concept while
maintaining the food freshness.
Each serving was surprisingly generous – it came up to a big
plate once the portion was transferred from the box. Both the fried rice and
udon were better than we had anticipated; delicious with a smoky tinge.
Available daily from 6pm to 10pm at The Emperor Restaurant, the unlimited, 'eat all you can' feast is a boon if you want your wide array of dim sum and other specialities in one sitting. New norm SOPs are in place to ensure you dine in comfort and safety with family and friends. The trick is to go slow and steady; take your time to sample the extensive variety available. Portions are kept small so you can try as many dishes as possible then go for repeat servings on those that catch your fancy.
Family-friendly
and wholesome appetisers to tease the palate include Loaded Potatoes (stuffed
and baked potato with creamy-cheesy filling), Dorsett Wings (scrumptious with
the housemade sauce), Caesar Salad (great for loading up on your greens quota)
and Marinated Jelly Fish with Mini Octopus (piquantly flavoured with a
toothsome crunchiness).
Friends who tried the Dorsett Mushroom Soup gave it the thumbs up while the Double Boiled Soup of the Day (it was Lotus Root with Chicken on the eve of our visit) ticked all the right boxes for us too.
Youngsters
partial to Western fare will enjoy Pan Pizza Mahalo and Mini Cheese Burger.
Both exceeded our expectations; the former generous with melted cheese and the
latter, a mini, delicious beef patty with medium-rare doneness.
While the Grand Mee Mamak and Char Kway Teow pass muster, the Chinese Specials (a serving is good for 2 persons) are rave-worthy. The punchy flavours of the Sweet & Sour Fish makes it a show-stealer while the Salted Egg Prawns and Stir-fried Green Vege with Garlic get the thumbs up too.
Equally
noteworthy to savour are Pei Pa Duck with Traditional Condiments along with the
Roasted Sesame Chicken. The duck’s inherent gaminess is subtle, tempered by the
nice sauce complementing it. If chicken holds more appeal, the meat’s
smoky-brininess should you’re your appetite. These along with noodle options
come in a serving for 2 persons so be sure to avoid food wastage or you’d be
charged for leftovers of 150gm and above.
Known
for its pork-free, Muslim-friendly dim sum creations, The Emperor highlights a
plethora of its signature delights for Makanthon. Again, each serving is good
for 2 persons so it pays to strategise those items you wish to try. Our top
picks include Steamed Prawn Dumplings with Coriander, Steamed Siew Mai Emperor
Style, Mui Choy with Chicken Meat Cheong Fun (flat rice noodle rolls),
Deep-fried Prawn Rolls with Cheese and Mini Loh Mai Kai (steamed glutinous rice
with chicken).
Lovely
dessert for a rousing finish ranges from Baked Mini Custard Egg Tarts and
Assortment of Seasonal Fruits to Almond Beancurd Jelly with Longans and Mini
Tiramisu. One cannot go too far wrong with the sweet treats except for the
danger of overindulgence.
For
Makanthon reservations, please call tel: 03 5031 6060 ext 1954 or email: bookfnb.subang@dorsetthotels.com
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