Japanese Steamboat at Krystal Point Penang

Sawara Japanese Restaurant at Krystal Point Penang (Second Branch)

Date: 24th September 2012

Time: 7pm Dinner

Heard about this Japanese Steamboat from friend long time ago but never dine in because it was located at Pulau Tikus (First Branch). It is quite far from the place I stay and don't feel the kick to try it although highly recommend by friend. Why I don't feel eating Japanese Steamboat?

My experience on Japanese steamboat at Yosenabe Shabu Shabu Steamboat restaurant not so great and I more prefer Japanese food like Sushi and Sashimi than other type of Japanese food. However, I remember how my friend recommend the food like the fish-Sawara imported fresh from Japan every Tuesday, how nice is the broth,  this and that, very tasty. It influenced me!

After sometime, Sawara open second branch in Penang where the location near to my place. So, I go to 'verify' it :-)

I forget how is the menu look like already. But you can order a basic set and add many side dishes or simply order advance set with most of the side dishes included. I ordered a basic set with Sawara fish head and some side dishes. Total bill is around RM60.

For those who not good at eating fish head, you can order fish meat only. However, that amateur. The best part of the fish is their eyes that full of nutritive. I also ordered 2 type of noodles which go very well with the soup after sometime.

I'm not fancy of Japanese steamboat but I will go back again and recommend this to other. :-)

Gurney Paragon Goku Raku Ramen

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Last week received a forwarded email from my colleague about 50% off @ Goku Raku Ramen offer. So, decided to taste the food before the coupon expired. This Goku Raku Ramen is subsidiary of Sushi King / Texchem. How I know this? my colleague who forward the coupon used to work at Texchem lah.

History of Goku Raku Ramen: In 1872, (wah, more than 100 years) noodles were introduced to Japan from mainland China. Ramen has since become prominent as one of the staple foods and favoured meals among the Japanese.

Over the century, the Ramen was developed into various styles. Different regions of Japan created their own specialties based on distinct soup types. In northern areas such as Sapporo, the Miso soup is a popular choice fro ramen, whereas in southern districts like Hakata and Tokyo, The Tonkotsu (pork-based) broth and soy-flavoured ramen dishes are preferred by the locals.

The Ramen Haven

At Goku Raku Ramen, we are introduced to the "Horikiri Style" ramen, discovered by noted Ramen connoisseur, Mr. Terushisa Shimizu. The unique style meshes well with the palatable pork, chicken and fish mixed broth, as well as the Shio (salt) and Shoyu (Japanese soy sauce) soup base made especially by the chef.

Today, we can fully appreciate the genuine taste of authentic Japanese Ramen now that Goku Raku Ramen has been established in the heart of Kuala Lumpur and Penang.

Yuzu Honey at RM6.90 and Honey Lemon Tea at RM4.90

There are 6 steps guide to take the Ramen:
1) Indulge your sight and smell receptors with the appetizing aroma of the rich broth (I did that)

2) Scoop, sip and savour generous amounts of soup to start off. The soup is the most significant element of any Ramen dish, so enjoy. (I did that as well)

3) Mix the noodles and soup well. Take note not to mix the seaweed together as it will dissolve! (I also did that then only aware I haven't snap photo....Sh*t)

There you go, the Goku Raku Ramen at RM23.90 on step 3

...managed to snap photo of Ultimate Ramen @RM21.90 before complete step 3

4) Next, slurp away! the noodles are best consumed with the soup while it is hot, approximately within 7 to 8 minutes after it is served. (I didn't take the time)

5) For that extra tasty kick, eat it with the accompaniments and added toppings (I added chilli powders, not spicy at all. then I also added black pepper, can't really feel the tasty kick from the accompaniments, I think Malaysian tasty bud is more than Japanese can understand)

6) By now, the soup will have reached its full-bodied flavour. Finish up by gulping it, down to the last drop.

Frankly, I like curry mee I eat in the morning than these ramen as lunch. The Ultimate Ramen broth taste salty while the Goku Raku Ramen broth just like normal Japanese ramen. Not really worth the price if without promotion.

Ultimate Ramen come with 1 slice of seaweed, 1 egg, 3 slices of thin meat, Ramen and some vegetables cost RM21.90 while Goku Raku Ramen come with 1 slice of seaweed, half egg, 1 slice of thin meat, Ramen and some vegetables at RM23.90......wtf!!! I don't get it, how they priced the ramen?

Anyway, go to check out yourself at Gurney Paragon

Christmas Lunch at Azuma Japanese Restaurant

Merry Christmas! Wish all the readers of foodscan.blogspot.com, the best of joy, the best of cheer and eat more during festive season....hehe! Do check back for more best of food coming up at foodscan.blogspot.com :-) Today post will take you to Azuma Japanese Restaurant at Queensbay Mall. 


This was our departmental lunch to celebrate belated birthday and Christmas day together. Many Global staffs already off for Holiday, so we have to celebrate before everyone go home to reunion with family. With option of Siam Express or Azuma, we opted for Japanese food. 

First came the salmon platter @ RM34.00. The plate rich in good omega-3 and DHA supply. the portion is small, may not enough for big eater.

Ko Ebi Karaage @ RM8.00

Soft Shell Crab Jyu set at RM17.80. In promotion now, worth to order.

Tempura Set at RM25.00

Salmon Teriyaki Set at RM28

Azuma Sushi Pizza @ RM30. Half unagi, half salmon topping, real good.

Kitchen special order Salmon Skin Karrage at RM8.00.

Chicken Teriyaki Set at RM20

Yakiniku Set at RM28


With Azuma's member card entitled us 10% discount. After lunch, Boss treat us Baskin Robin ice-cream each 1 scoop. Meal complete with satisfaction, Ho ho ho...!

It is not like I want to censor the face of the members, it is the shaking hand of trainee when taking the group photo-lah.