Oratnek (Sydney)

We visited Oratnek for Sunday brunch twice in the past month, which probably demonstrated how much we like the place given it is a 20 minute bus ride away from home.

The queues can get pretty long past midday but it is worthwhile to check in early and enjoy a matcha latte or thick shake. The sandwiches are excellent – highly recommended the thick pork katsu or soft shell crab offerings. If that is still not enough then go for the soft and moist matcha lamingtons to finish.
As you can see matcha is a specialty there – and executed perfectly.

Details:
Cafe Oratnek
4 Pitt Street
Redfern 2016
http://www.oratnek.com.au/

MIC Kitchen (Hong Kong)

I had the opportunity to catch up with my best friend for lunch – the most relaxing moment during my short stay. MIC Kitchen was only a short stroll away from his office in the industrial area in Kwun Tong.

The menu is less ‘molecular gastronomy’ than its sister restaurant Bo Innovation. However, the dishes were solid with a few fusion surprises: the hint of edamame in the corn chowder; the Har Mi floss in the scallop risotto; the kimchi mayo in the burger… All presented with the right balance.

Details:
MIC Kitchen
The Restaurant Space
G/F, AIA Kowloon Tower,
Landmark East,
100 How Ming Street
Kwun Tong, Kowloon
http://mickitchen.com.hk/