May 23, 2009
I love noodles! Warm, cold, in soup - give it to me I’ll have it anytime!
This noodle recipe became a favorite of my little family. I think this was because of the dressing, which I adapted from Bill Granger’s ‘Relax’ recipe book. It was different from fried egg noodles I was used to or the Pinoy mami soup type. This can be eaten warm or cold (as salad) and pretty simple to make. A nice noodle recipe for a change, thanks Bill Granger!
Ingredients good for two persons:
- 250g egg noodles
- 300g chicken fillet
- 100g prawns
- 2-3 tbsp slices of leeks
- 1tsp roasted sesame seeds
- 1tsp chopped chili (optional)
for the dressing:
- 2tbsp orange juice (freshly squeezed)
- 2tbsp mirin
- 2tbsp light soya sauce
- 1 tsp grated ginger
- 1tsp sesame oil
- 2tbsp cooking oil
Prepare the noodles according to package, set aside. In a wok over medium fire, fry chicken cuts in oil stirring constantly for about 4 minutes then add prawns, continue stirring. When prawns are cooked through turn off fire then add noodles, leeks, sesame seeds and leeks- stir well. If you want to serve it immediately, mix in the dressing by adding slowly, tasting in between. Remember to adjust the liquid according to your taste. If you want to serve it cold, prepare the noodlemix an hour in advance and just add the dressing when you’re about to serve.
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May 14, 2009
Tonight, for the 3rd time (in a span of 2 months), my husband and I will be visiting this restaurant again! Why? because we became fans of this restaurant found in our city and about 20 minutes walk from our house. Yes, 20 minutes! It took us almost 10 years just to find a restaurant in our city that caters to our demand: good food. And finally we found it!
Last month my husband was browsing the internet for a restaurant. And he landed on this restaurant’s website, and I’m glad he did! It’s the Restaurant de Hoff’nar. Located in a privately owned land opposite a castle, yes a castle. I’ve included the link, simply click it for you to see the ground, it’s in Dutch though so I might as well post new photos after tonight’s visit , so until then …but for now let me talk about the restaurant.
These stickers will greet you before entering the place. Just outside of its window. It says it’s recommended by Michelin Guide. Ah for those of you do not have an idea what Michelin Guide (or tar) is, only the best of the best restaurants and hotels are awarded this star! Here’s the wikipedia link of Michelin Guide. Anyhow, this restaurant does not have a star (yet, I hope in the future they get what’s due them!) but to be recommended by MG, well there must be something there, right?
I tell you, there is something to be excited about when dining here. Just like on our first visit, we weren’t presented with a menu but instead the lovely hostess ‘walked us through’ the chef’s offers. What I’ve included here are the set we had on our 2nd visit. The chef was kind enough to write down for me his menu, harstikke bedankt, chef!
Onze eerste gang: White tiger gamba met kokoschuim, Hollandse garnalen, langoustinestaartje, daarbij een salade van komkommer en radijs op appel met kerrie en inktvismayo.
Our first course:White tiger prawn with coconut foam (left) Dutch small shrimps (middle) , langoustine, with cucumberand radish salad on apple with curry and squid ink dressing.
2e gang: Witte heilbot met gebakken bloemkool, shiitakes en asperge met een saus van gehakte truffel.
2nd course: White halibut with cauliflower, shiitakes and asparagus on truffle sauce.
3e gang: Lamskotelet, haasje en een stukje van de nek gegaard in eigen jus met limoen en beetje mint, asperge en een mousseline met water kers.
3rd course: soft lamb cutlet (neck used to produce jus or gravy) with lime and mint, asparagus and a muslin with watercrest (rorippa).
dessert: Tompouche gevuld met witte chocolade, lambada aardbeien, campote van bessen en huisgemaakt sorbet van granaatappel
Tompouche filled with white chocolate, lambada strawberries, campote of berries and chef made sherbet of pomegranate
verdict: The whole experience was a 9! That’s why I couldn’t wait for tonight and I don’t care about the calories 
Restaurant de Hoff’nar
Talmaweg 10
3317 RB Dordrecht
T. 078-618 0466
F. 078-618 4554
E. info@restaurantdehoffnar.nl
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May 14, 2009
How time really flies! Though it is still springtime on this part of the world, I’m sure many people like myself are already dreaming of that warm summer weather! Summer is fast approaching and it means only one thing. It’s beach season! And also the season to don those eye catching bathing suits we ladies are all hoping to wear once again. Be on the beach, pools, lake or even river, it really doesn’t matter does it? Ladies need to wear the right swimsuits!
There is a truth to the words that certain swimsuit only fits certain body. Are you looking for the right swimsuit that would fit you? That would show your curves and would not make you feel uncomfortable wearing it? At amiclubwear.com you can find all type of swimsuits, from two piece bikinis to one-piece and also those tankinis that are pretty cute to wear!
My personal favorite is the one (see photo) that covers me whole as I love to eat hence showing off my bulges in a bikini is not really smart We wouldn’t want to chase away all those people in the hotel pool where my husband and I also go to during Summer, do we? Enjoying the warmth of the sun and the pleasure of doing nothing but relaxing, ah Summer I can’t wait for you!
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