For once, I decided not to get the David Blackmore full blood wagyu burger, and instead wanted something from their restaurant menu. The result? Some tasty food, though I believe the burger is the best thing they do.

 That candlelit hallway is always so gorgeous! Once they open it’s hard to get a shot that doesn’t include people though.

Here is my beloved 2012 Mukai “Ine Mankai” Junmai Genshu, which I first had at Momofuku Seiobo. I was glad to have this again, though it was more acidic and savoury than I remember. That chewy red rice character was still there though!

Crudo of tuna, kingfish, ocean trout with coriander, finger limes, horseradish and chilli olive oil. I wasn’t sure if choosing this was a great idea since there was another raw dish that was fairly tempting, but in the end the waitress recommended this one. It came garnished but the oil was poured at the table. I let the serving waiter pour all of it on – it packed some heat but it was also delicious!

Neil’s steak tartare. Isn’t it so ugly looking? But it tasted good. Very rich and creamy. Not my favourite tartare though since I like pretty things as well as playing with my food.

And dessert was a warm rhubarb, strawberry and almond pudding with vanilla sauce. I love the summer version better (almond milk pudding with fresh fruit) but this one fit the cold temperatures perfectly. Though I would have wanted to try the pavlova instead.

I think I’m just being more snobbish with my food every time I go out.