Established in 1992 by Foodco in Australia, Jamaica
Blue was inspired by the
majestic Blue Mountains of Jamaica — one of the best coffee producing regions
in the world and home to Wallenford Estate® Jamaica Blue Mountain coffee. Todate,
Jamaica Blue boasts an international network of more than 170 cafés in
Australia, New Zealand, China, the United Arab Emirates, UK, Singapore and
Malaysia.
In Malaysia, Jamaica Blue has 9 outlets; thriving on
its ‘fine coffees and fabulous food’ concept. The Jamaica Blue café at Setia
City Mall is one of the bigger outlets, cosily furnished with plenty of
comfortable seating. True to its name, Jamaica Blue strives to evoke the
laidback spirit of the Caribbean with an idyllic oasis-like setting
complemented by the premium taste of award-winning coffee and seasonal fresh
menus.
A
special handcrafted recipe from the Jamaica Blue kitchen that’s healthy
and heartwarming we sampled is Warm Forest Mushroom, Feta &
Spinach Bowl (RM20). Before you diss it as yet another boring salad, we
can vouch for this unexpectedly good bowl of healthful eats.
However, local tastebuds seeking more familiar fare may prefer the delectable Vintage Ground Beef Burger (RM28.90). Featuring Jamaica Blue's own housemade beef patty, the toasted burger is guaranteed to satisfy as it's packed with briny
beef strips, cheddar cheese, pickles, aioli, fresh rocket leaves, tomato slices and caramelised
onion. A fresh green salad is also served on the side.
Italian style ciabatta forms the basis for the Classic Steak Sandwich (RM28.60), another viable
option to consider when you feel peckish. The moist, juicy filling comprises grilled scotch beef fillet with beef strips
complemented by sliced tomato, rocket, caramelised onion, aioli and gherkins.
Non-beef eaters can take comfort in the
Jerk Spiced Chicken, Avocado & Mozzarella Roll (RM20). Lean chicken breast meat tossed in creamy
chipotle (Mexican-style spicy dressing) sauce and coriander.
Sweet treats are aplenty here too. Two dessert we’d
recommend are the Sticky Date Pudding (RM14) and the luscious, fudgy Dark Chocolate &
Walnut Brownie (RM12).
For more information on Jamaica Blue,
visit www.jamaicablue.com.my or
Facebook: www.facebook.com/jamaicabluemy/