Malaysian Escapade - Putrajaya Taman Botanasi

Having a meal in Malaysia brings back a sense of rustic nostalgia, to a time less stressful and much less complicated. As I sat looking at the placid waters of the lake that meanders through Putrajaya,  it was easy to imagine the stress and worries flowing away as well.

The day was hot and humid. With KL being nestled within a valley, there was hardly any wind as the heat of the sun bore down on us.  The ice cold water served immediately never looked so good.

The food was simple but tasty (also largely due to the high salt content in each dish). Quite a spread for RM$ 20 per pax.

First to arrive was a starchy mushroom soup.

Then the perennial favourite, Egg Fu-Yong. Mmmm...light and fluffy

A string of vegetable dishes came next...a slight waste of calories, but nonetheless necessary for the daily fibre intake. Standard fare - taukwa with mushrooms, cabbage and mixed veggies.

Finally, the meat came. The lemon chicken was crispy and juicy and the lemon sauce was a good balance of sweet and sour.

The sweet and sour fish fillet was average, especially after the lemon chicken.

An interesting end to the meal - Kung Pao Sotong. Even though I like eating squid (it is scientifically proven that squid is good for the complexion) the taste of squid and spicy sweet sauce was just too jarring for me.

It had been a long journey and we were all tired and hungry.  The food disappeared as fast as it arrived.