During the past Chinese New Year celebrations, I experienced an opportunity of a lifetime when I was treated to a feast that had abalones, scallops and Peking ducks on the menu.
Located in Avenue K, Ah Yat Abalone Forum Restaurant is tucked in a corner in the middle of the bustling Kuala Lumpur city. However, reservations still had to be made in advance since it is famous for its namesake, which is of course, abalones.
Studying the menu, I was surprised to find out that there were many types of abalones. Abalones come from all over the world, such as Australia, California, New Zealand, and also South Africa.
This restaurant also serves a variety of popular and more upscale Chinese dishes, which are very suitable for occasions such as Chinese New Year or an important family celebration. The dishes served at Ah Yat include Abalone with Japanese Mushroom and Vegetable, Braised Shark’s Fin Soup with Bird’s Nest and Bamboo Pith, and Steamed Tiger Garoupa in Hong Kong Style, to name a few.
My personal favourites off the menu are Yoshihama Dried Abalone with Mushroom “Ah Yat Style”, and Baked King Scallop with Garlic. The abalone was so tender till it was effortless chewing it, while the scallop was cooked to perfection. Both dishes are simply delicious, and absolutely left me craving for more.
Since it was Chinese New Year, Yee Sang was also on the menu. The process where the waitress served the Yee Sang intrigued me. As she was pouring ingredients such as syrup, pepper and crunchy biscuits onto the big platter, she said a few words which were supposed to symbolise good luck and wealth towards those consuming the dish. That was something I learnt as I never knew that when you serve Yee Sang, you should also bless the dish.
The service here is good as the waiters are quick to notice when a dish is finished, and they will whisk the empty plate away before you even know it. Even when your teacup is almost empty, the waiters come and refill your tea before you can do it yourself.
If you happen to look for a good place to dine with your family on special occasions, Ah Yat Abalone is the place to go.
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