Ichiran Ramen In Hong Kong

Well, before we go for a trip. We almost do some research.

This time round, we did it via YouTube Videos.

And here's a fav from "Cooking Lvl UP!"

If you skip directly to the video at timing 17:05, she introduces Ichiran Ramen.



 

There are 3 branches in Hong Kong. One in Tsim Sha Tsui and 2 others at Causeway Bay Area
We went to the one at Tsim Sha Tsui.

Address:
Lockhart House, Block A, 440 Jaffe Rd, Causeway Bay, Hong Kong

24 hours

https://en.ichiran.com/shop/oversea/hongkong/causewaybay/

Entrance Hall on G/F & Shop B, Basement Floor, 8 Minden Avenue, Tsim Sha Tsui, Kowloon
8:00-4:00am
https://en.ichiran.com/shop/oversea/hongkong/tsimshatsui/

So we had a go at it as we were kind of tired of the Hong Kong food
after a few days and wanted a change.
Our food hunt was around 2am.
It was one of the few places still opened for biz near our hotel at that timing. 

I'm glad we made the trip there. The place looked like any other ramen shop. But it was great that you could customize the noodles according to your likes or dislikes.

The branch here does not have the individual seating available at the timing we went.
We were allowed to sit together to enjoy the midnight meal.

We spotted a couple of locals and tourists.



We loved the broth so much that we finished it to the last drop!

I had the noodles super well done and ate the noodles at the spiciest level.
Slurrrrrrrrrrrrp! Finished everything. 

I didn't have to add anything that I did not like in my ramen.
And if I wanted more or something, I could simply add it in my order. 

We also tried the Matcha Almond Custard Pudding that was highly raved by the YouTuber. 

But it was not really to my liking.
It tasted kinda artificial.
Prefer Lao Ban Soya Beancurd Pudding over this anytime. 

Wish they had a Ichiran Ramen branch in Singapore!

It was around SGD20 per pax.
Average meal in Hong Kong costs around SGD10++

So this was okay.

There are similar or better tasting ramen available in SG.
But for the novelty and hunger pangs at 2am.
It's a homerun for me.

So go try it when you're feeling like eating something different in Hong Kong.

Legendary Lord Stow's Egg Tart in Macau

If you're dropping by Macau, you have to make your way to the Venetian Hotel. 

 Once you've arrived. Make sure that the first thing you eat is and takeaway is Lord Stow's Egg Tart!

Lord Stow's Bakery & Café

Location:
870, Mask Street, Level 3
Shoppes at Venetian



Opening Hours:
Sunday - Thursday 10:00am - 11:00pm
Friday - Saturday 10:00am - 12:00am



Your life is now complete!

Well I may be exaggerating a little, but this little marvel of a tart is such a delight to pop in your mouth!

Freshly baked, crispy sides, soft molten egg custard within, all enveloped in a wonderful aroma that permeates through the air.




Hmmmm....

We went to sample the egg tart again at the branch located at Causeway Bay's Excelsor Hotel in Hong Kong after leaving Macau as we couldn't resist it!

EXpresso @ The Excelsior Hong Kong
Address: 

Ground Floor, The Excelsior, 281 Gloucester Road, Causeway Bay, Hong Kong 

Opening Hours:
7am – 7pm (Monday to Friday)
8am – 7pm (Saturday)
8am – 6pm (Sunday & Public Holidays)
Tel: (+852) 2837 6777 Fax: (+852) 2895 6459

But though it's nice, it's still wasn't the same as the ones that were freshly made at the Venetian Hotel.

More information at:

http://www.lordstow.com/

https://www.facebook.com/lordstowsbakery/

https://www.venetianmacao.com/shopping/shoppes/cafe/lord-stow-bakery-cafe.html

Kam Kee Cafe In Hong Kong

What should you eat in Hong Kong?

If you're looking for something a little old, a little new and a little quirky..



Look no further than Kam Kee Cafe!

金記冰室

Address:
G/F, 5 Sharp Street East, Causeway Bay

4-min walk from Exit A, Causeway Bay MTR Station

Google Map:https://www.google.com.sg/maps/place/Kam+Kee+Cafe+%E9%87%91%E8%A8%98%E5%86%B0%E5%AE%A4/@22.2786429,114.1810478,18z/data=!4m8!1m2!2m1!1s+kam+kee+cafe+causeway+bay!3m4!1s0x34040051238ac4f5:0xec501917915fd5a8!8m2!3d22.2779093!4d114.1830465

This is my 3rd trip to Hong Kong and I've done all the usual touristy stuff.
So I wanted to try out different kinds of food this time round.

After walking around Causeway Bay, we chanced upon this really retro looking cafe.




The shop at the Causeway Way Branch is near to TimeSquare.
And just a few shops away from SaSa Supreme.

These 3 pictures below are from Google Map:

I loved the classic mosaic tiles used throughout the shop.
As well as the inclusion of a "tram" in the interior of the cafe.




There are other branches as well.
Though most of them are located in suburban areas.
The people in the cafe seem to be mostly locals.



The menu comes in a design placed on a Ping Pong Paddle!
Talk about novelty and creativity!
So cute!




You can get free-flow water in the cafe.
But you'll have to DIY and pour it yourself.
And if you can't find the utensils, just look under your desk and pull out the drawer.
It's all neatly arranged and tucked away.

Had simply too much of pork chop buns, wanton mee, roasted goose rice and toast the last few meals.
So I opted for something comforting.
Stir-fried brinjal with salted fish and fish slices with rice on the side. 
It was served with a hearty "lao huo tang" that I really enjoyed.

Not only was the decor and ambience of the cafe nice.
It had a really hip retro vibe.
Staff were young and friendly.
The food was really good and not over-priced.

I would defintely go back again!

Tip:
As we took a walk around to see what others were eating.
The Popular Dish seems to be the Baked rice with Pork Chop Set.  

More information:  

https://www.facebook.com/kamkeecafe

https://www.openrice.com/en/hongkong/r-kam-kee-cafe-western-district-hong-kong-style-r132408

https://www.tripadvisor.com.sg/Restaurant_Review-g294217-d8513350-Reviews-Kam_Kee_Cafe-Hong_Kong.html

https://www.instagram.com/explore/tags/%E9%87%91%E8%A8%98%E5%86%B0%E5%AE%A4/

A bit of History on the place:

Kam Kee Cafe was initially started in 1967. As the owner grew older, he decided to close down the shop he had run for about 45 years due to old age and rising rental costs in 2012.

In the spirit of preserving the legacy of old "Bing Shi", a new entrepreneurial owner obtained permission from the original owner to use the cafe name to continue the restaurant. He rebranded the cafe and opened several branches successfully thereafter.









Last video has lots of shots of food if you're not sure what to order: