BIRTHDAY IDEAS: KATSURA - PLAZA SENAYAN

Hello guys! Ever wonder where to celebrate your birthday or probably just a big event in your life? You want something fancy, delicious but yet not over the top and of course you still want to impress your friends with your financial ability (don't we all, don't lie about this - well at times I have to agree that I do lol). A five-star hotel dinner is also good but quite a bit mainstream don't you think so? Personal experience of mine is that I went to my friend's birthday at Ritz Calton but then turns out there were two other people who are celebrating on the same day and time, if you are okay with than then it's okay. If you are the type of person who wants a bit more privacy, luxury and of course delicious food Katsura is an excellent place for it! (not sponsored here)

Located in one of the oldest yet luxurious malls in Jakarta, Plaza Senayan, finding the Katsura is not a challenge. But for those who rarely visit Plaza Senayan, Katsura is quite difficult to locate because it is located on the 4th floor (the extension area) and it is placed at the back corner of the mall, quite an isolated area but really good for privacy I must say.

From the name itself I am sure you guys are all aware that they serve Japanese food and it is classified as Fine Dining. Unfortunately I didn't take any picture of the interior, due to the dark lighting available there, but I ensure you Katsura is just simply beautiful (with a hint of luxury) interior-wise.

I did mention "impress friends with financial ability" meaning that this place is indeed on the pricey side for a restaurant. I am mentioning this before the actual review so that you guys are not surprised later on. Eating here might cost quite similar to eating a buffet at a five star hotel, which is around Rp 500,000 to Rp 1,000,000 per person (depending on the type of food ordered and the amount itself). So I highly recommend you guys to prepare in spending a lot of money if you are ever wanting to treat your friends here.

Let's just get on to the dishes shall we?

Salmon Sashimi [4.5/5.0]

Rp 138,000 ++

It is a mandatory to order Salmon Sashimi in a Japanese Restaurant (especially in a good one). Some might not fancy raw fish, but for those who do the one in Katsura is definitely a must-try! You might wonder what's the difference between raw salmon in restaurant A and B, well there's actually not much difference but the style of cut/slice and the freshness of it differs in each restaurant (supposedly yes, according to my passive observation that is) and the one here is just simply amazing, in my opinion.

I did mention before about the price and I must say this Salmon Sashimi is one hella expensive plate of raw fish. But yeah in my opinion it is worth the price (and of course you also pay for the luxurious ambiance there). I do not really recommend this, because some Japanese restaurant also serves Salmon Sashimi at a similar quality but at a lower price, so I highly suggest you guys some of the other dishes (which will be stated later). But if you are up for it then just go ahead!

Salmon Salad [5.0/5.0]

Rp 208,000 ++

Not the type of dish that is really visually appealing, but a lot of wonderful food are not visually appealing and same goes for this plate of heaven. I am missing the flavor of it already. This Salmon Salad is just simply amazing, a classic mixture of Romaine Lettuce with a touch of the homemade Japanese dressing that is just so fresh and light. I have to say the highlight of this dish is definitely the Salmon, served in two types of cooking, raw and grilled, the Salmon is just a perfect combination that simply melts in your mouth.

I have to say not a lot of restaurant can really pull-off a delicious Salmon Salad and the one here just exceeds my expectations. Portion-wise it was really big, I shared it with my Dad and my sister. Taste-wise to die for and just simply heavenly. Health-wise good I must say, since it is categorized as salad (LOL). Price-wise? Worth every penny. Highly recommend this to you all out there!

Foie Gras Sushi [5.0/5.0]
Rp 218,000 ++

I am a big fan of Foie Gras, so this one might be really biased (just saying). I am just in love with this one here, first things first, one expensive plate of sushi! But definitely worth the price if you ask me. The Foie Gras here is served in a chopped kind of style that is of course cooked (in a satuee kind of style I guess), served with sushi rice and wrapped in seaweed. Topped of with spring onions and a hint of sauce that is just a heavenly mixture.

I literally savored each second of eating this wonderful dish. Because it is simply a mixture of my favorite dishes Foie Gras and sushi. I have a feeling people who reads this section will feel very icky towards my Foie Gras obsession, because I am very biased I guess lol. Anyways if you guys fancy Foie Gras and Japanese food, this is a really good mixture of it and yes I do recommend this dish for you all! Not the best tasting Foie Gras but definitely a good one.

Gindara Teriyaki [3.5/5.0]
Rp 268,000 ++ (Ala-Carte) or Rp 298,000 ++ (Lunch Menu Set)

The dish actually looks so much better in real life and my photography skills just suck so bad. Anyway we did ate in Katsura for lunch so my sister did order the Gindara Teriyaki Lunch Set, which costs around Rp 298,000 (I think so, didn't note down the actual price) and by adding like Rp 20,000 she got Rice, Miso Soup, Chawanmushi, Mashed Potato and Pickled Radish, which is of course a really good deal. So if you are ever wanting to treat your friends, lunch time is always the best timing to do so.

Moving on to the taste of the Gindara Teriyaki, it is actually quite decent I must say. Quite unfortunate also that they pour all the sauce on the fish, some people (including my sister) prefers the sauce to be separated. What I really like is actually the soft texture that just melts unlike any other Gindara Teriyaki. Aside from that this dish is quite decent and the overall taste is indeed achievable in some other restaurants (for a more desirable price also). A good dish but not Katsura's best dish.

Wagyu Hamburg Steak [4.0/5.0]

Rp 298,000 (Lunch Set)

Wagyu Teriyaki Hambur Steak with Foie Gras 

Rp 268,000 (Ala Carte)

Removing the Foie Gras for Miso Soup, Chawanmushi, Rice, Mashed Potato and Pickled Radish is indeed a smart choice for Lunch Set kind of menu, since it is more economical and fulfilling. I was a bit sad for doing this that day, but I did ate Foie Gras sushi already so got over my sadness quite fast. Anyway I didn't try the one with Foie Gras so didn't rate the dish.

Moving on to the actual taste of the dish, it was simply delicious I must say. Quite dry though, but they do serve it with separated Teriyaki Sauce (don't know why they did this but not to the Gindara), but aside from that it is delicious and fulfilling. Quite a decent dish, but texture-wise and taste-wise definitely delicious and it is Wagyu so it is really soft. I recommend this dish to people who likes Japanese Style Steak and it is indeed worth the price I must say.

The side dishes? They were just beautiful, in every aspect I must say. They are visually attractive, delicious, especially the Chawanmushi and the Mashed Potato, and of course fulfilling and just a perfect complementary to the actual dish. I just wanna give a special highlight to the Chawanmushi because it is just heavenly and I highly recommend this to you all.

What did my dad order? He ordered the Chicken Teriyaki Lunch Set which approximately cost Rp 298,000 ++ and it was delicious also. A good texture on the chicken not too hard but not too soft also and just simply delicious. I am giving it a 4 out of 5, because it is quite decent, especially for Japanese restaurants to serve Chicken Teriyaki, but the Teriyaki Sauce in Katsure is just on point! Sorry I did not take any picture of this dish.

Matcha Roll Cake [5.0/5.0]

Rp 78,000++

Who wants desserts? I do. This Matcha Roll Cake is just beautiful I must say. Served with Matcha flavored Ice Cream and Sweet Red Bean Sauce (on the white egg-holder like bowl). The combination is just heavenly. Unfortunately this might taste a bit too sweet for some people, but aside from that this plate of dessert is just perfect! Japanese people do have a sweet-tooth so please do bear with it if you are eating Japanese desserts. I highly recommend this dish to you all, because it is just a perfect way to complete the Katsura experience.

Sadly guys that is it for my visit to Katsura, I did wish that I ordered more but I feel bad for my wallet, so yeah. In total the three of us spent around Rp 1,9 million eating in Katsura and that is equivalent to eating in Hotel Mulia's Edogin. I did enjoy my visit because the staff were also really nice and attentive, the chef did even come to our table to offer their daily specialty (which was this big Crab from Hokkaid and some other fresh catch) and this is actually what makes it different than a simple Hotel buffet.

That is it guys for today's post and I do hope you guys find this information useful! Thank you for reading up to this point and I do hope you all have a great day! Comment down below if you have ever visited Katsura and also state your impression about it.

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Katsura

Plaza Senayan Lt. 4 Unit CP 406
Jl. Asia Afrika No.8, Kota Jakarta Pusat, Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta 10270
(021) 5725226

LOT 9 - BINTARO

Hey guys! Back again with a restaurant review post! Today I am going to discuss a restaurant that is located quite far from my usual 'playground' even though I do live in that area. I have to agree that I have never really explore this area before, it is Bintaro. Located in the outskirt of Jakarta, Bintaro is a city (I guess so) that is modern and quite well-known for their variety of street-food. This particular restaurant that I am visiting is not a street-food vendor though, it is an actual legit restaurant named Lot 9.

Lot 9 is a restaurant that has a very good atmosphere I must say, being located in the outskirt of town makes the restaurant very spacious and more refreshing (oxygen-wise). They took this advantage and build a restaurant that is chic, modern and yet natural and homey. This large area means that they have a lot of spaces for seating in people and do not worry about parking in this restaurant, it's a piece of cake!

The picture above only shows like a quarter of the actual restaurant (that's how big it is!) and I am definitely in love with the theme here. Very European with the big glass windows and the canopies, but yet we are engaged to nature and fresh air (which is quite rare to find here in Jakarta). The architectural beauty doesn't stop there, it continues to the interior. As classic European style chairs are placed alongside unfinished wooden chair and tables for an industrial finish. The blend of styles in the interior is very smart and beautiful I must say.

Aside from this beautiful array of furniture, the walls are also matched with modern yet artistic pictures and paintings. Some of the walls are made from the classic red-brick walls which gave a touch of class and unfinished industrial look.

I should probably stop talking about how the restaurant looks like and move one to the food. I put the food discussion after the architectural beauty because it didn't wow me at all (probably the one I ordered was not their specialty). The food overall were very decent in my opinion, in fact I do know a couple of restaurants who serves better version of the exact same dish. Let's not get too critical shall we and just discuss individually.

Gado-Gado [4.0/5.0]

Rp 35,000 ++

I must say this actually one of the good dish available here in Lot 9. It is a classic for every Indonesian restaurant, a mixture of fresh local vegetables served with crackers and 'lontong' topped-off with peanut sauce. I mean you can't go wrong with Gado-Gado, the disappointing part is the crackers served here were not that crunchy and the peanut sauce was slightly off. Aside from that the overall rating of this dish is really good and I could never resist myself from a good Gado-Gado, not the best out there but definitely good.

Rawon [3.5/5.0]

Rp ??? (I forgot the price and tried online but couldn't find it)

Rawon is actually one of my favorite Indonesian dishes. It is also a classic! Rawon never goes wrong, but preparing it can be quite tricky as one of the ingredients is actually very sensitive. In a sense that if the ingredient goes old it'll ruin the whole taste but if it is as it's perfect age it will taste heavenly. In love with how they serve the Rawon here, they separate the beef with the broth (in the teapot) which is very unique. My first bite of this Rawon was quite disappointing as it didn't really taste as good as it looks, it is somewhat bitter. Same goes for the cracker, they weren't crunchy here also. Overall the dish is pretty decent, but I do recommend you guys to try the other dishes if you visit this place (or just go to another restaurant if you want to eat Rawon).

Ayam Pedas Kemangi [4.0/5.0]

Rp 45,000++

This chicken is actually grilled and coated with one of Indonesia's classic seasoning. Rich in traditional flavors this chicken is delicious indeed. Not the best Indonesian style Grilled Chicken but definitely worth trying due to the twist of flavor in terms of spiciness and freshness. I recommend this dish to people who enjoys feasting on something a bit more spicy. A bit too oily at some parts I must say, but overall it is good.

Nasi Goreng Cakalang [3.0/5.0]

Rp 55,000++

I am very disappointed at this dish, it is way too heavy on the oil and the Cakalang did not really taste fresh at that time. Cakalang is a type of Indonesian dish that is similar to salted and spiced up tuna fish that is preserved (as far as I know this is the definition lol) and of course best eaten when fresh, because it is a fish kind of dish. I had high expectations for this dish, but it disappointed me. The only good part was the side dish (aside from the not crunchy crackers) and the rice was okay. Overall this dish is just a disappointment and I do hope they try their best in improving this classic Indonesian dish.

Beverages [4.0/5.0]

Rp 25,000 - Rp 40,000 ++

There are just so many options of beverage here in Lot 9, I am so sure they serve more drinks than food. I tell you what they are absolutely better than the food, tried so much and did not really remember most of them (of course Ice Tea tastes the same in every restaurant in the world I suppose) but I am giving an overall score of 4 over 5, which is really high for my standards.

I am so sure that they highly depend on the beverages because they are so much better than the food and in a tropical place like Indonesia, who doesn't want Ice Tea? (Or just a simple icy beverages). I do think that this restaurant is set out more as a place to chill not eat, so in my opinion Lot 9 focuses more in enhancing the quality of time spent with friends or family (by providing good drinks and beautiful designs).

In addition I do feel that this restaurant is still one of a kind, especially in Bintaro and I do hope to revisit this place and try some other dishes they have. I am looking forward to snack, drink and just chill with my friends in Lot 9 in the future probably but I do hope their standards for food is continually supervised to further improve. Overall my visit to Lot 9 was quite decent but the architectural design did overwhelm me.

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Lot 9 - Bintaro

Jl. Arteri Bintaro No. 78, Bintaro Sek 9, Pondok Aren, Tangerang
Open from 10am to 1am
(021) 22210455

BlackBall - Pantai Indah Kapuk [PIK]

Hey guys I am finally back after decades (lol highly exaggerated), but anyway today I am just gonna post the usual stuff so yeah. I would like to say sorry for being absent in most social media, because I am just so busy with myself lately, especially with assessments and exams/tests. I am currently having an exam right now so yeah all the best to me guys hahaha (the things I do for you guys). So, anyway let's just get on to the post!

BlackBall

BlackBall is a Taiwanese dessert house and it has outlets all over Asia, including Indonesia. The one I visited is the one in Jakarta, specifically the one in Pantai Indah Kapuk (PIK), they do have outlets in Bali, Tangerang and malls in Jakarta (like Central Park). This is not my first visit to BlackBall but in my opinion they never seem to let me down, despite the high growth of dessert houses in Indonesia (like Shirokuma, Sumoboo or North Pole Cafe). Once again the rate of a restaurant or food depends on each people's perspectives.

Located in the Ruko Garden House this place is not hard to be found and it is located in the area across Sumoboo's area. BlackBall is actually one of the pioneer of desserts in Indonesia, so I do think that BlackBall's dessert are so better than others (or just more original).

Interior of BlackBall Pantai Indah Kapuk

The interior is nice but I must say it is quite decent, but it does feel nice bright and very fun yet calm to be. It has like a 'park' kind of theme and this theme is applied to most BlackBall in Indonesia (based on my experience of visiting the different outlets in Indonesia). I do like the theme and yes nowadays restaurants are starting to really focus on increasing their appearance (interior-wise and exterior-wise) and of course the ambiance also.

Grass Jelly Section (for this specific one) [5.0/5.0]
Rp 28,000 - Rp 45,000 ++

I am sorry guys I forgot which specific one that I ordered, but it was pretty clear that it has red bean, mochi and green tea flavored ice cream. Ordering in BlackBall can be quite tricky since they name their dessert based on code, like A1, A2, A3, etc. I highly suggest you guys to ask the store clerk for details of each dessert and trust me without their assistance it'll be really hard.

Basically the dessert above is one of the best sellers and it is one of my favorites also (I think I have always ordered the same kind). The taste is just on point, as it has a very good balance of flavors, creamy delicious but the grass jelly balanced out the heavy taste. Overall this is just a perfect dessert for me, not that expensive, the right portion, flavorful and it really cools your body down. I highly recommend this dessert, especially if you guys just want to cool off or chill.

Snow Ice Series (for this specific kind) [4.0/5.0]
Rp 33,000 - Rp 55,000 ++

Yes I forgot the specific name again (so unprofessional of me), but anyways this is a part of the Snow Ice Series and I think (not sure here) my friend customized her own dessert here, since red bean didn't really suit her taste so she customized one without red bean. That is what I remembered, since I did the visit a month ago (I think, not even sure with the date of visit).

Anyways, this specific dessert is just really good and perfect for the one who seeks something a bit more heavy in terms of creaminess and milkiness. It uses vanilla ice cream, oreos, mochi and shaved ice at the bottom. The shaved ice gave a heavier flavor to the dessert, not like the grass jelly where it delivers a herbal flavor. This one tastes quite common in my preference, but I still do recommend this and plus you can always customize.

QQ Cake (Original Flavor) [5.0/5.0]
Rp 18,000 ++

QQ Cake (Matcha Flavor) [4.0/5.0]
Rp 18,000 ++

One of my favorite waffles in the dessert industries and I honestly don't know why do they call it QQ Cake, but they are just amazing good. I always go back to BlackBall to order the Grass Jelly and this QQ Cake and I do like the original one better, because some things are just not meant to be matcha flavored. Sadly adding toppings like chocolate, maple syrup or jam adds the cost also by Rp 5,000 and adding ice cream adds the cost by Rp 7,000 - Rp 10,000 (depends on flavor), so in the end it is not as cheap as we expected it to be. All of that plus plus is worth since the maple and the ice cream is just a perfect combination, I have a feeling that they make their own ice cream since the ice cream just taste really good. Overall I highly suggest you guys to try this out, but some of you guys might find the QQ Cake very decent as well.

Overall my visit to BlackBall as I said before, never seem to fail me and it has always put a smile on my face and my wallet also. It taste clean, original and fresh but yet it is highly affordable and satisfying. I do feel that dessert houses's rate all depends on the consumer's taste, so might as well try all right?

Thank you guys for reading up to this point and that is it for today's post, I do hope to update soon or at least by next week (when my exam finishes). Please do stay tune to my blog and thank you once again. Have good day all!

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FJ ON 7 - Kemang

Hello there guys! It's been a while since I posted, sorry for that, before so I would like to welcome April and say Happy Easter to all who celebrated it! Today's post will be about the details from my previous vlog (which you guys can see in my Youtube channel or just simply click here). For today I am gonna post about FJ on 7! Without further ado let's just get started!

Absolutely love the nature theme they put in the restaurant, gave a really calm ambiance

FJ On 7

I visited this place with my sister for lunch. The weather was really nice and since it is a rooftop we sat in the outdoor part, so it was pretty cool and breezy. The service was really good they were all very attentive and nice. After we ordered sadly it started to rain so we have to be seated somewhere near the indoor area, before we were seated on the edge of the balcony (that's why rain water may hit us).

The indoor part of the restaurant, in love with the pillows and the garden theme

The interior of the restaurant is one of the best interior I have ever seen in Jakarta. I absolutely love the mixture of nature and lounge ambiance, which they did a very good job in combining it. This was actually my third time visiting the place and I don't see myself getting bored of this place anytime soon. My opinion might be very biased but I just really love this kind of ambiance, so I do feel like the interior of a restaurant varies on each's perspectives. 

Ice Tea
Rp 27,000++

I do not need to review Ice Tea, since I am sure tea all tastes the same except if we are in a tea house (like TWG, which is a favorite of mine). I do feel that we are able to judge the overall price of the restaurant by the price of the beverages they sell and the one in FJ On 7 is above average (around Rp 400,000 for two people).

Fresh Melon Juice [4.0/5.0]
Rp 51,000++

For juices the taste actually varies from the fruits they use, so even if we order the same juice in the same restaurant the taste might vary. Luckily the Melon Juice I tried that day was great, it was sweet and fresh. If you guys do happen to eat here and wanted something fresh and sweet I do recommend this to you guys.

Vanilla Milkshake [4.0/5.0]
Rp 57,000++

I was never really a milkshake enthusiast, but I must say the one here is good. Milkshakes are supposed to be sweet right? So is the one here it was very creamy and sweet, which is the texture and taste I was looking for from milkshakes. I really like the white chocolate decoration they infused in the drink. If you guys are a fan of milkshake I highly recommend you guys to try it.

Fresh Soup of the Day: Tomato Soup [4.0/5.0]
Rp 85,000++

I absolutely love that day's soup, it was Tomato Soup! I really love tomato so yeah I might sound really biased for this one. The taste of the Tomato Soup is just simply delicious and it tasted really fresh. This was one of the best Tomato Soup I has ever tasted, not perfect but definitely one of the best. I am in love with the complementary bread, it was amazing especially with the soup. I have to agree the soup is a bit pricey though. I highly recommend you guys to try the daily soup.

Caesar Salad with Cured Salmon [3.5/5.0]
Rp 95,000++ (extra Rp 20,000 for Salmon)

The Caesar Salad was honestly very average and there was really nothing special to it. In my preference it didn't really catch my attention and I must say it is a bit overprice. Adding chicken or salmon adds an extra Rp 20,000 to the original price. In my opinion the salad might not be at its most fresh state that might be why there was a weird after taste to it. I do recommend you guys to try this out, you might like the one here.

Creamy Mushroom Pizza [5.0/5.0]
Rp 125,000++

This pizza is absolutely one of the best pizza I have ever tried and indeed perfect for my taste. The cheese, the mushroom and the crust it was perfect. I really love this pizza since it is unique and very rich in flavor, unique in a sense that it doesn't contain tomato in the pizza. The first bite was just heavenly and rich, the crunchiness of the crust and creaminess of the cheese was just brilliant. I highly recommend you guys to try this out especially if you guys are seeking for good pizza places, start considering this place.

I absolutely love this shot, simply beautiful and the colorful pots are just beautiful

That was actually all that I ordered that day, on my previous visit I did try the Beef Short Rib and it was amazing. So I highly recommend you guys to eat here, perfect for dinner or just a simple lunch. The outdoor area might be a a bit hot in the hot weather but still due to the high location, the place will still be cool and breezy.

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Further information about FJ On 7

Colony 6, Rooftop, Jl. Kemang Raya No. 6A, Kemang, Jakarta

Open from 9am to 12midnight

NORTH POLE CAFE - Pantai Indah Kapuk [PIK]

Hello guys! I am back once again and today I am just gonna continue the blog from last week, which is the Pantai Indah Kapuk (PIK) blog. I feel like there are just so many restaurants in PIK that there will never be a stop to reviewing restaurants in PIK, this also apply to other parts of Jakarta, such as Kemang or Senopati. Well anyway as today's post say I will review the newly established dessert house that has gain quite a lot of attention, North Pole Cafe of PIK.

I visited this place on the same day as I visited the restaurant Locale 24, this dessert house was a part of the vlog that I did a few weeks ago. This dessert house is located in Ruko Crown Golf, Blok A No. 57, Bukit Golf Mediterania, Jl. Marina Indah Raya, Pantai Indah Kapuk, Jakarta. To see the vlog about this place you guys may click here. Without further ado let's just get started!

North Pole Cafe

From the name itself I am sure people are able to imagine a cold kind of dessert, as in the food has a relation to ice or something. Well honestly this statement is true due to the fact that it is an Ice Cream house type of dessert house so honestly I did not expect a lot from it, since I do feel all Ice Cream tastes the same. But still nothing beats the feeling of visiting a new restaurant that is very popular and appealing. Before so, I do recommend you guys to book prior to visit, due to the limited space and there are just so many customers. I had to wait for an hour to be able to enter the dessert house.

The interior of this restaurant was pretty simple and some how cozy and bright. I love the idea of using like cartoon version of Siberian Husky, which somehow relates to the north pole kind of theme. The simple white walls is truly a good combination with the wooden based interior, wooden table and chair with wooden parquet flooring. Honestly speaking the interior is quite average aside from other available restaurants or dessert houses.

The wooden table does add a lively effect to the whole restaurant. I am a big fan of the simple and fun menu design which showcases a variety of colors. The simple design maximizes the functionality of the menu, The menu showcases a variety of flavor of Ice Cream that North Pole offers, but customers are also able to order directly at the counter like a normal Ice Cream shop.

Diablo Beer Flavored Ice Cream [2.0/5.0]
Rp 35,000++

Yes! Beer flavored! It is very appealing I must say, very new in the market and unique in a way. The first bite of this Ice Cream was weird, I am so sure this isn't North Pole's best Ice Cream since I do hear good feedbacks from this dessert house. In my personal reference this beer flavored Ice Cream is not a good flavor and I do not really recommend this to you guys, but if you guys are quite interested to try please do try it, everyone has different taste!

Enjoy Your Beer [2.5/5.0]
Rp 39,000++

Salted Caramel Creamy Pot [4.5/5.0]
Rp 37,000++

The 'Enjoy Your Beer' Ice Cream is actually the same as the first one it is just served with nuts which made it kinda better in a way. 'Salted Caramel Creamy Pot' Ice Cream was indeed beautiful, the first bite was amazing everything just melts! (well ice creams are suppose to melt) The flavor was amazing and the additional caramel popcorn with like salted biscuit was just amazing. Each scoop feels like heaven, this might sound exaggerated but I do feel like this was one of their best Ice Creams, but a cup of Cold Stones' Ice Cream sure beats this one though. I do recommend you guys to try the 'Salted Caramel Creamy Pot' since it is very unique and delicious, especially the pudding at the bottom (which feels like a big surprise!).

Choco Ferrero Flavored Ice Cream | Oreo Cone [4.5/5.0]
Rp 35,000++ | Rp 15,000++

This was also one of North Pole's best desserts! The Choco Ferrero flavored Ice Cream, which originates from the prestigious chocolate brand 'Ferrero Rocher', is very delicious, heavenly and chocolaty. A good escape for chocolate lovers who seek a different variety of chocolate flavor. The Oreo cone that was used adds an extra heavenly and sweet sensational flavor that was just simply stunning. The appeal of the Ice Cream is indeed worth all that also. I highly recommend you guys to try this flavor of the Ice Cream.

Smoky Pan [4.0/5.0]
Rp 68,000++

Finally we have reached the star dish of North Pole Cafe! This 'Smoky Pan' got its name from the serving style that uses Dried Ice and water to create a smoky feel and effect under the Ice Cream platter. This dish consist of five different flavors of Ice Cream and two choices of Ice Cream Toppings, I personally think that the overall dish looks really plain, but the color choices gave it life. As I said before, I didn't expect a lot from this dessert house, but my first bite surprised me as the flavor Ice Cream was just beautiful and refreshing, They were light and creamy which i may relate to my perfect definition of Ice Cream.Aside from that the flavors served are very unique and quite different from the other. I do recommend you guys to try this out since it is North Pole's specialty dish, but I do expect more from this particular dish.

This sums up my visit from the newly famous dessert house. Overall I would rate a 3.0/5.0 for my visit since I do feel there are so much more better kinds of Ice Cream and Ice Cream shops. I do feel that they are trying to sell the appearance and the visual, but restaurants nowadays are all like that so there is nothing wrong with it. The saying "We are what we eat" forces us to eat things that is to die for from every aspect, which includes the visual also, so I do feel that people are pushed even further by the visual aspect.

Overall my visit at North Pole Cafe was really good and I would probably go back here later when the dessert house becomes less crowded. This ends my post for today and thank you so much for reading until this point! Have a good day everyone!

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