Wednesday, March 14, 2012

Arirang Korean Restaurant, Gungahlin ACT

Arirang

Food: 4/5
Atmosphere: 1.5/5
Service: 3.5/5
Cost: Excellent value!!!

This small restaurant doesn't look much, but boy does it have great food! Arirang offers authentic Korean at a cheap price. On a past occasion we've had a substantial feast here for no more than $20 each, not forgetting the free condiments that come with every meal. I personally like the value for money at Arirang, and apart from the fantastic food, this was one of the many reasons I returned.

The service is friendly and efficient, and the meals are non-greasy and well presented. With many Koreans eating here regularly, you know it has to be great!

The various condiments are served first, just before the first course arrives.

Not sure what this was, but it seemed like raw potato marinated in a type of mild chilli sauce (similar to kimchi)

Dipping sauce to accompany the dumplings.

Kimchi!! A Korean staple.


Sliced fishcake. I could eat this everyday without complaint.

Radish.


Fried pork and vegetable dumpling - 6 pieces 
$9.00





Beef Bulgogi - Korean sizzling BBQ beef in a special sauce
$15.00

Fresh, fabulous and non-greasy!

The pieces of cabbage were cooked perfectly.



Jabche (Japchae) - Stir fried potato noodles with vegetables and beef
$13.50

I've always wanted to try authentic Japchae, and I can assure you, this was everything I hoped it would be.




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Monday, March 12, 2012

Tathra Beach Cafe, Tathra NSW (Second Visit)

Tathra Beach Cafe

http://www.tathra-beach.com.au/beachcafe/

You may remember my last visit? This breakfast was much better, although they might need to think about installing some sort of blinds or tinting. It was just too warm.

The view from our table.

Skinny flat white in a mug

Regular capuccino.....

...and froth!

Free Range Eggs and Bacon - two eggs scrambled with crispy bacon with toast of choice (and tomato sauce)  $13.50

Free Range Eggs and Bacon - two eggs poached with crispy bacon with toast of choice, plus a side of mushrooms  $17.30

Benedict Style Poached Eggs - smoked salmon, rocket, hollandaise sauce with a side of mushrooms  $22.30

Delicious and satisfying.








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