Tag Archives: pork belly

Chairman Mao Chinese Restaurant, Kensington

Posted on November 20, 2012 by Chopinand

“YOU CANNOT BE SERIOUS!!” I yell out, somewhat redolent of tennis legend John McEnroe’s infamous outbursts against Wimbledon umpires when lines calls didn’t go his way. “But this place is really good for its slow-braised pork belly though” Mysaucepan pleads. … Continue reading →

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The debate about the origins of food – a futile food fight?

Posted on August 26, 2012 by Chopinand

“In an increasingly transient world, I believe the origins of food are becoming less relevant although I can appreciate why some food lovers would want to lay claim to the roots of its beginning. There is nothing wrong in having … Continue reading →

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ChopinandMysaucepan – First Blogiversary

Posted on April 8, 2012 by Chopinand

“Life is not about the length of our time here but moments in time that give us inner peace. By capturing these moments on this blog, it is my hope it will also help you to relive your moments in … Continue reading →

Posted in Beef, Chicken, Dessert, Duck, Eating in Sydney, Lamb, Music, Pasta / Carbs, Personalities, Pianists, Recipes, Seafood, South Coast of NSW, Southern Highlands, Wine with food | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , | 32 Comments

Momofuku pork buns

Posted on April 1, 2012 by Chopinand

It was a much anticipated affair when Momofuku Seiobo opened at Sydney’s newly refurbished casino, The Star in October 2011. What’s all the fuss you might ask? Well it is Korean-American celebrity chef David Chang‘s first restaurant foray into the … Continue reading →

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Pink Salt, Double Bay, Sydney

Posted on June 3, 2011 by Chopinand

“I scored a great deal!” exclaimed Mysaucepan holding up a voucher from one of so many on-line group buying deals now offering fantastic value from restaurants to massages, manicures and car wash. Being a foodie that she is, it must … Continue reading →

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Starfish, Avalon, NSW

Posted on May 10, 2011 by Chopinand

I like the northern beaches because this area is beautiful and unpretentious. If you know the right places to be, it is a great hideaway from Sydney where you get the same beach and sulf culture without the traffic and … Continue reading →

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