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2014-01-17
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Laduree X Mandarin Mo Bar Yes . Right . No illusion . It's high tea time again . Again and again！This is a vicious circle . Let me tell you the fact , while all females in the world are complaining having high tea or desserts will gain weights or getting fat , their mouths still non stop eating on desserts and craving for high tea as much as they could . Then after the high tea , they may said" let's keep fit "for a day ,and after that particular day , it straight back to high tea . This is ever
Laduree X Mandarin Mo Bar Yes . Right . No illusion . It's high tea time again . Again and again！This is a vicious circle . Let me tell you the fact , while all females in the world are complaining having high tea or desserts will gain weights or getting fat , their mouths still non stop eating on desserts and craving for high tea as much as they could . Then after the high tea , they may said" let's keep fit "for a day ,and after that particular day , it straight back to high tea . This is every girls' reaction ,girls are like this , that's why we are girls . I am a very good example . To be frank , I admit that I am exactly that kind of person ( all my gfs are like this too ...)
Every high tea with the elegant stand bring us enjoyment and excitement , and for this time , how could I miss out my favorite brand theme high tea !? All friends who get familiar well with me know I am a die heart fans of " Laduree " . Not only for the macarons , but also all related products like stationary , key chain , I even collect their bags and gift boxes ! See how crazy I am ! So , after all this boring sharing , way back to the high tea . Since Laduree high tea is a crossover version , this special theme successfully hit the spotlight , compare to " Lanvin X Sevva " , Laduree even gain huge population and fans support . Mo bar in Landmark Mandarin possess a special high tea stand that is different from normal one . Customers can took off the plate from the stand randomly and placed back the platter on the stand by their own . Such design is stylish and pleasant . I particularly like this high tea stand design , it even makes the high tea presentation more magnificent and eye - catching .Bottom level- Scones
Even though it is not that delicate or adorable as Sevva 's one, Mo Bar high tea still got it potential to stands it ground . Let start my description from the bottom layers . Bottom layers come to the core high tea member - scones . It's better that they served mini one so we won't get stuffed easily . Mini scones are in two flavors , plain and with raisins. Both looks lovely with a golden coat . Although they didn't offer Mandarin 's signature rose petal jam in Mo bar , the scones' standard are yet impressive . Scones itself is airy , baked in a perfect timing to create a flaky layer but a soft buttery content . The yeast is impeccable so it won't be glutinous or stick between your teeth . Crispy exterior with moist interior definitely can moves you. Scones with raisins are more refreshing , particularly match well with the cotton cream . This is likable . Strawberry jam and orange jam obviously are not homemade one , over sweet , however the fruity hints are still strong with pulps ,I am here to suggest all of you to enjoy this gourmet with a small spoonful jam dazzling ,this match is the best to enhance the taste and satisfy your mouthfuls max .Medium level- Salty savories
Medium level come to salty savories . Overall performance is about average . So let's begin from the right hand side . Smoked Salmon Roll with Crab, Carrots, & Celery are colorful and look decent. However , the layers are a bit plain and ordinary . It's underwhelming as it tasted a bit dry and insipid . I can't really tastes any celery , carrots , either crab hint in my memories . Although the texture can't go wrong , the whole thing taste empty . It would be better if they can top more salmon to enrich the flavors .Next come to Beetroot Foie Gras Macaron . This is very interesting and playful. I enjoy this savory in one mouthfuls . Macaron is more like like egg white crust . The foundation is extra flaky and it will melt swiftly on your tongue while the beetroot hint still lingering on your palate . Foie gras mousse is rich in flavors and dense enough, yet won't cover the beetroot hint . Both of them complement each other fabulously and successfully stimulate your taste buds . I specially enjoy this unique savory.
The middle one is Air-baguette Wrapped with Bayonne Ham & Camembert Mousse. Baguette actual is just the shape , it is extra thin and empty inside that simply fill up with Camembert cheese cream . The texture is greatly crispy and tastes delicious . The whole thing is very light , it would be better just if the content can be more fruitful and the Bayonne Ham can top more on the baguette . This snack looks empty and lonely.
Next we tried Duck Rillettes with Mushroom & Mandarin next . This tastes awful . It is like a baked bun with a filling content . I can't even taste any duck rillettes filling , but all I can feel is heavy and tasteless . This is more like a plain bun, texture is really dry and bland though. Although the content seems plentiful and plump . It is overwhelming .
The last one come to Quiche Lorraine with Smoked Bacon and Gruyere Cheese . This is glamorous with a passionate heart and character . Flower petal sprinkled on to dazzle the presentation , look more colorful. I think this is probably the best of the savories. The quiche lorraine is buttery and crumbly but not filling or heavy . The texture is flaky and crunchy , very arousing . Bacon and cheese is briny tasty , successfully evaluated the taste to be more palatable with distinctive layers . This is recommended in both taste and texture .
Upper level - Sweet delights
Here comes my favorite ! The upper layer is full of surprises . Start from the left hand side is Baba Rum Agricole. This look adorable on a spoon decoration . Tiny cake is soaked under rum , the alcoholic hint was not really strong but still give out a sprinkles . Although it maybe a bit soggy , but the style make sense and it is acceptable with great tastes. This is about average .When it talks about Laduree , their rose flavor is a must to have a try , this signature were also included in the high tea set . Ladurée sweets are not just pleasure, but a philosophy, a nice way to approach our times with nobility. The macarons were needless to say , texture is impeccable with a chewy content , crispy outside , but flaky soft inside , it smells heavenly good , the tastes are excellently sweet with natural rose petal hint . Absolute heaven . This is above average.
Middle one is Pistachio & Raspberry Eclair . The white chocolate piece on top was almond-flavored , somehow , I think this is useless to add on top . The white chocolate is sweet and artificial, it can't help to improve the performance at all ,but even worse . The sweetness of the chocolate is offset by the raspberries , but the raspberries are not that fresh and fruity. The pistachio cream looks likable but isn't strong enough . The main point is I didn't feel the flavors working together at all . This is a waste with such graceful outlook .
Then went back to another macaron - Chocolate Platinum. This macaron is a limited edition flavor for the high tea set .Delicacies to be offered or to offer due to Laduree innovation and creativity. This platinum layer is eye- catching and enchanting . Bling bling layers are superlative . But the macaroon shells are filled with a citrus-flavored filling tastes unpleasant . Even though I appreciate the outlook and such daring combination . However , the chocolate filling is not strong even to stand out and the mandarin hint is a bit artificial . It seems that they don't match well , generally tastes odd and wired . But the texture yet up to standard .
Lastly come to Chocolate & Peanut Tart. This is the best . The pastry is a very impressive chocolate temptation . Look grand with macadamia nut . The macadamia nut on top gave out a nutty hint . Chocolate is dense and rich , not too sweet but blend harmoniously with the peanut paste . The whole filling is rich in favor , both tastes and texture certainly moves me . The richness is thick , but still maintain its mellowness and bitterness. This delicacies are exactly my cup of tea since I am a chocoholic ! I won't mind having more for this . This is highly recommended .
The entire high tea experience is delightful and extremely relaxed . Due to the tiny components , the high tea portion is much more light than I thought . Hence , I still got a room for the welcome snacks ! Haha , this is the main point to tell you about this ! Mo bar welcome snack is a self - service one , dinners can go to the bar where offers a wide selections of cake . You can grab how many as you could . For us , we picked all 6 flavors for sharing and we finished it all at the end. The cake is very buttery and favorable , while it's not to sweet . 6 flavors include green tea , carrot with pie nuts , chocolate marble , chocolate with pistachio , banana with cream and lastly lemon . Lemon is a bit over sour and tastes odd , carrot and pie nuts is healthy with chewy mouthfuls , but a bit soggy . Chocolate with pistachio is unique with such excellent combination , both hints matched harmoniously ,banana with cream is a big refreshment .Highly recommended the chocolate marbled and green tea flavors . Both are strong in flavor , chocolate is rich while green tea is mellow .Tea- Earl grey
I picked my soul mates - Earl grey as usual. However , this is a big disappointment , especially Earl grey is always my favorite and only choice . The tea wasn't that mellow but bitter, even I didn't soak the tea - leaves for long when the staff refill for me . The tea standard is not outstanding or even just at the range of normal tea bags . The layers are monotonous with indifferent touches. The entire high tea experience will be more intact if the tea quality can be improve .Black current toxic
Gilda 's sweetest mum order cold drinks as usual. Here to tell u , she actually enjoy chilling .... She love the black current toxic . She indicated is very refreshing while not too sweet , icy with fruity sensation . Best pick in summer or any hot days .
Mo bar is a chic and modern lounge that certainly a spot for youngster or causal talk. Evening sees the atmosphere change as MO Bar turns into a sophisticated nightspot with cocktails and dining. To add to the vibe, DJs spin sounds from Wednesday to Saturday. They also host live music and invitation-only concerts. Service overall is easygoing and attentive , I specially like the aunt who give a clear elaboration and asked us whether need to take a group photo . How friendly she is .
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