When it comes to food and beverage, I am a person who knows what she likes. If you regularly have lunch or dinner with me at a specific location, chances are you'll soon be able to order for me, because I will have the same thing every time. As far as I'm concerned, it takes away the pressure of making decisions and you know, if you're on a good thing, why not stick to it? It's because of this that I rarely try new types of cuisine, especially when it's a situation that could leave me paying considerable amounts of money for something I might not like.
But, last night, a situation presented itself to me to try crab for the first time, a meat I had previously never had the balls to experience. And yes, I was a little wary of the idea, but my friend suggested we share it, and get the chicken as well in case I didn't like it. Feeling bold, I agreed to these terms.
When the meal came out, I was optimistic. There were obviously some very tasty herbs and spices flavouring the meat and the smell was delicious. My friend and I each picked up a piece of the animal and began approaching the task of eating it.
This was something that turned out be harder than expected.
Trying to break through the shell and into the edible part of the crab made me feel a bit like a caveman who has yet to discover tools. I pulled and prodded at the shell, eventually finding that the best method was to smash it apart with my hands and claw the meat out. Already, eating crab was starting to feel like a bit more trouble than it was worth.
When I finally got some meat, I found to be... ok. It wasn't horrible, but it wasn't super tasty either. It was also incredibly rich, and the seafood flavour seemed to get stronger with every bite, meaning I liked it less and less as the meal went on.
Luckily, I wasn't particularly hungry and there was also some pretty decent fried chicken so I was able to let my friend eat the majority of the crab and no food went to waste. As far as it goes as an experience, although I had an excellent time at dinner, I have discovered that crab is not something I really particularly enjoy eating.
I rate eating crab probably a 3/10.
Would I do it again? Almost definitely not.
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Saturday, July 13, 2013
Friday, April 5, 2013
Challenge: Korean BBQ
Sally's Thoughts:
I am pretty sure food challenges will continue to be my favourite challenges. This could be because I am not a particularly fussy eater, but also not massively adventurous, so there is lots to explore and the expectation is that I will enjoy most of it. This was actually the first challenge I set for myself, and was pleased to after at least a month of wanting to go, to actually go.
Korean BBQ is a thing I hear people talk about. There is no reason at all that I had never eaten Korean food, other than I guess it had just never come up, and because I had never tried it, never felt a particular craving for it. I think that may have changed now. Can we go get korean BBQ right now? It's ok, your plans don't matter. Not unless they are Korean BBQ plans.
Things I liked: The marinated beef was delicious, and the rest of the BBQ meats were at least quite tasty. The seafood pancake was great. The staff were friendly, and offered me warm tea while I was waiting outside for my friends to arrive/our table to be ready, and brought me a BBQ (a pot of hot coals) to keep warm.
I really enjoyed the communal feel of the meal, sitting around a BBQ watching delicious things be cooked was quite entertaining. I also really like meals where they come and give you an exciting array of side dishes which you don't need to specifically order.
Things I didn't like: Well, this is just a problem I have in the world where calamari that is not calamari my Dad has caught and cooked is just inferior. It's not calamari's fault. Sorry, calamari.
Rating: 8/10
Would I do it again: Yes. Can we please go now? Tomorrow? I am free anytime.
Dave’s 2 cents:
I’d never done Korean BBQ before, and I’m not sure I’ve had any Korean food before, and I had some vague ideas it was like yum cha. I went to yum cha last year and I was kinda over it, but I may have found a replacement.
For various reasons our booking went from 8 to 5, and that was kinda better – I’m not sure how 8 of us would’ve huddled around a BBQ burner they put in the centre. I liked that like yum cha it is a continuous thing – rather than having to make to cram too many dishes on the table it is a steady streamy of meaty goodness.
It as much about the condiments as the meat, which I guess is kinda necessary when you’re pretty much eating BBQed meat which can get samey. The marinated beef was the highlight and I would happily just order that if I went again. We even got a free steak because we had some onion in something that we specifically asked not to have it in.
At $25 each not including drinks it wasn’t expensive and there were lots of Asians there which is always a good sign.
Rating: 7/10
Nutshell: An innnersting alternative to the usual Chinese-Vietnamese stuff I usually have.
Would I do it again? Yes.
I am pretty sure food challenges will continue to be my favourite challenges. This could be because I am not a particularly fussy eater, but also not massively adventurous, so there is lots to explore and the expectation is that I will enjoy most of it. This was actually the first challenge I set for myself, and was pleased to after at least a month of wanting to go, to actually go.
Korean BBQ is a thing I hear people talk about. There is no reason at all that I had never eaten Korean food, other than I guess it had just never come up, and because I had never tried it, never felt a particular craving for it. I think that may have changed now. Can we go get korean BBQ right now? It's ok, your plans don't matter. Not unless they are Korean BBQ plans.
Things I liked: The marinated beef was delicious, and the rest of the BBQ meats were at least quite tasty. The seafood pancake was great. The staff were friendly, and offered me warm tea while I was waiting outside for my friends to arrive/our table to be ready, and brought me a BBQ (a pot of hot coals) to keep warm.
I really enjoyed the communal feel of the meal, sitting around a BBQ watching delicious things be cooked was quite entertaining. I also really like meals where they come and give you an exciting array of side dishes which you don't need to specifically order.
Things I didn't like: Well, this is just a problem I have in the world where calamari that is not calamari my Dad has caught and cooked is just inferior. It's not calamari's fault. Sorry, calamari.
Rating: 8/10
Would I do it again: Yes. Can we please go now? Tomorrow? I am free anytime.
Dave’s 2 cents:
I’d never done Korean BBQ before, and I’m not sure I’ve had any Korean food before, and I had some vague ideas it was like yum cha. I went to yum cha last year and I was kinda over it, but I may have found a replacement.
For various reasons our booking went from 8 to 5, and that was kinda better – I’m not sure how 8 of us would’ve huddled around a BBQ burner they put in the centre. I liked that like yum cha it is a continuous thing – rather than having to make to cram too many dishes on the table it is a steady streamy of meaty goodness.
It as much about the condiments as the meat, which I guess is kinda necessary when you’re pretty much eating BBQed meat which can get samey. The marinated beef was the highlight and I would happily just order that if I went again. We even got a free steak because we had some onion in something that we specifically asked not to have it in.
At $25 each not including drinks it wasn’t expensive and there were lots of Asians there which is always a good sign.
Rating: 7/10
Nutshell: An innnersting alternative to the usual Chinese-Vietnamese stuff I usually have.
Would I do it again? Yes.
Saturday, March 23, 2013
Challenge: Eating some things I hadn't eaten before.
So this was not so much a challenge, rather a pleasant meal with a dear friend where I ate some new things. I guess we can pretend that by taking me out, Liv was challenging me. Overall, it was one of the best meals I have ever had, and it included more food than I have listed here. This is just the new stuff.
Clams
They were steamed, and served with garlic aioli, and were delicious. I only got to eat two of them, which was a bit sad.
Would I eat them again: I sure would.
Rating: 9/10
Bonito Sashimi
Ok, so I only ate raw fish for the first time about a year ago, and have only eaten it a couple of times since then, because even though I know I like it now, in my head I imagine it will taste the way bench where fishermen clean fish smells. Which, if you have never been fishing, is not good.
So, I am kinda surprised as to how much I liked Sashimi. It basically tastes of tenderness. Delicious, delicious tenderness.
Would I eat it again: JUST TRY AND STOP ME
Rating: 10/10
Pigeon
By the time we got to the Pigeon, I was getting pretty full. It was really, really rich. I preferred the honey roasted carrot it was served with.
Would I eat it again: Maybe. If it was part of a degustation menu (which it was this time) I probably would, but I can't see myself ever choosing it over most other food.
Rating: 6/10
Earl Grey Tea Ice Cream
This was served with a delicious Chocolate dessert, and was also delicious.
Would I eat it again: Definitely.
Rating: 9/10
Prunes
Prunes were part of the above dessert. I tried them. I didn't eat them. My opinions on dried fruit, which is basically that it is fruit which a dementor has sucked the soul out of, remain unchanged.
Would I eat it again: Not if I can help it.
Rating: 2/10
Clams
They were steamed, and served with garlic aioli, and were delicious. I only got to eat two of them, which was a bit sad.
Would I eat them again: I sure would.
Rating: 9/10
Bonito Sashimi
Ok, so I only ate raw fish for the first time about a year ago, and have only eaten it a couple of times since then, because even though I know I like it now, in my head I imagine it will taste the way bench where fishermen clean fish smells. Which, if you have never been fishing, is not good.
So, I am kinda surprised as to how much I liked Sashimi. It basically tastes of tenderness. Delicious, delicious tenderness.
Would I eat it again: JUST TRY AND STOP ME
Rating: 10/10
Pigeon
By the time we got to the Pigeon, I was getting pretty full. It was really, really rich. I preferred the honey roasted carrot it was served with.
Would I eat it again: Maybe. If it was part of a degustation menu (which it was this time) I probably would, but I can't see myself ever choosing it over most other food.
Rating: 6/10
Earl Grey Tea Ice Cream
This was served with a delicious Chocolate dessert, and was also delicious.
Would I eat it again: Definitely.
Rating: 9/10
Prunes
Prunes were part of the above dessert. I tried them. I didn't eat them. My opinions on dried fruit, which is basically that it is fruit which a dementor has sucked the soul out of, remain unchanged.
Would I eat it again: Not if I can help it.
Rating: 2/10
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