Genji Shoppe Pop-Up Store Pondok Indah Mall Jakarta

A view days ago, I went to the Grand opening of Genji Shoppe Pop_up Store at Pondok Inada Mall 3 Jakarta. Does the Genji Biscuits ring a bell to you?

Genji is the only biscuit with the shape of hearts. I've known Genji Biscuit like forever. My mum usually put it in my lunch box when I was at school. Genji Pie is a family from Monde Biscuit Indonesia. Monde Biscuit Indonesia is under the Khong Guan flag that already been in Indonesia since 1970. And they already expand their business to many Asia countries like Middle East, Africa, North America and Pacific Island. I love most of Monde products. This is no bullshit. I like their butter cookies also. And for the pie that have long shape, I like the strawberry flavor much. And now when I heard Genji Pie open their store, I'm so excited, and immediately take my lazy ass to go to Pondok Indah Mall.

Genji Shoppe place outside the area of Street Gallery Pondok Indah Mall 3. Just infront of the Gourmand Bistro and TGIF Restaurant.

Why it called Pop-Up Store? Because the store is not going to be permanent. As for me, I hope, Genji Shoppe is just not a pop-up store and be a permanent shop. The theme from this Genji Shoppe is really fun, artsy, vintage, shabby-chic and modern. Monde Biscuit Indonesia really take the Genji Pie into a up-scale level. Making it not just an ordinary biscuit in a supermarket rack. They make it more tempting and appealing. It shows in their store. How it looks so gorgeous and details. It shown that Monde really took serious in making dessert with Genji Pie as a based.

Open Kitchen - Where we can see the magic happen

Since the place is not too spacious, I suggest you come in the morning to avoid the queue. And beside that, Genji Shoppe only have limited seat in their outside area. But trust me, this Genji Shoppe really worth to wait. If you pay attention on the art details, then I guess we have to give a standing applause to the very talented artist who done it. They are Rukmunal Hakim, Lala Bohang, Ykha Amlez, Muhammad Taufiq (EmTe) and Monica Hapsari. They really captured about the products really well and amazing in their own way. And I can't blink my eye to admire their creativity. Look at more closer to their job.

The shop also look vintage and chic. It captured in their furniture and interior. Genji Shoppe also sell merchandise that are so damn cute. I HEART WITH THEIR MUG. I forgot to buy'em yesterday. It just because I'm too busy in taking picture. Have to go back before 1 month end.

Merchandise Corner - Felt like want to grab'em all

Iphone case & Cute Genji's Mug

C'mon... keep on scrolling, don't be that lazy. I even haven't spread their gorgeous creations made from Genji Pie. Trust me. The taste as pretty as it looks

We not only can enjoy the Genji Pie creation that already in the menu, but the best part is YOU MAKE YOUR OWN CREATION FROM GENJIE PIE! Whaatt?? Yeess... Gennji Pie provide you many kiinds of topping. So, spread your imagination and creation here with Genji Shoppe like 5 talented artist above.

A Bag of Love - IDR 20.000 / 100 gr

A Bag Of Love or A Jar Of Hearts - What an ear catching name. A simple love comes from a simple hearts. A petite Genji Hearts with chocolate filling really good if pairing with tea or coffee. I imagine, this can be a substitute for a popcorn when I watch movie.

Ratatouille Goes Berries - IDR 25.000

Ratatouille Goes Berries
A Sweet Combination Of Cream Cheese and Fresh Blueberries with Genji base Crust
Loovvee this creation. The re-shape of Genji Crust with cream cheese into the shape of hearts and become a tasty pie. The cream cheese not too overwhelming. And it balance with the blueberry and strawberry sauce.

Sleeping Beauty - IDR 25.000

Sleeping Beauty
Mini Genji Pie hidden inside a moist, a la minute, Strawberry Pinkish Sponge Cake. Made Fresh when we ordered. Served with choice of Chocolate or Strawberry Sauce.
A beautiful spongy cake play hide and seek with the mini genji pie. Not capture to clear here. But if you notice in the bottom of the glass... there you go go the mini genji pie. The sponge cake taste not too sweet. That's why it paired with the strawberry or chocolate sauce.

Sweet-Sweet Love - IDR 35.000

Sweet-Sweet Love
Heart Shape Melting Brownies in Between Original Genji Pie, Balancing the Sweetness with Raspberry tartness.
The appearance is so gorgeous. I imagine the two raspberries on top is a 2 heart of human that become one in a big shape of hearts. Why in the hell I become a mellow hahaha.... Again, Genji Shoppe add surprise element to their creation. From outside you probably only see the raspberries. But wait until you cut the hearts. Then you'll find the melting and moist brownies. The sweet and sour is so blend together.

Magic Cinnamon Pie - IDR 28.000

Magic Cinnamon Pie
Crispy Genji pastry with assorted spiced fruit
Look at that layers in cinnamon pie. It taste crunchy, crispy and it has the flaky texture. Like it name, this pie really create some magic. It play in your palate. The sourness from the fruits mixing together with the sweetness from the syrup. The spice taste come from the star anise. It's not just a garnish. But it also give the signature taste on this plate. The fruits taste so fresh and still crunchy.

This Is Not A Martini - IDR 25.000

This Is Not A Martini 
Layered of white and chocolate mousse, a perfect combination to share with loved ones. Dipped your original genji pie inside
This is my other favorite that day. It so melted in my mouth. One scoop become two and then I feel like possessive and don;t want to share hehehe... The white and chocolate mousse taste not too sweet, so it make not too overwhelming. If you want to add a crust texture, just dip it the Genji Pie inside.

When Sour Meets Choco - IDR 32.000

When Sour Meets Choco
Sweet lovers addict, layered of genji with chocolate malt enriched with hazelnut, finished with chocolate ganache blanked and spring fruits salad.
Alert for chocolate lover. You gonna love this one. The chocolate melt and the chocolate ganache are very rich. The chocolate taste is so bold and tasty and taste is just right. Not too sweet or overwhelming. The sweetness balance with the sourness from the fruit salad.

The Art Dance that closing the Grand Opening Show. Really creative and attractive!

When I come back here someday, my goal is for the mug and make my own creation of Genji Pie. But this time, I just want to share with you so you want missed the magic of Genji Shoppe. Mark your calendar y'll. Because Genji Shoppe only from 12 April until 12 May 2014. So don't miss it.

Genji Shoppe Pop-Up Store

North Entrance Lobby Street Gallery

Pondok Indah Mall 3

Pondok Indah, Jakarta Selatan

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The Playground - Live To Eat + Love To Drink

A view weeks ago I've got an invitation from The Playground. I'm so excited and curious hearing that The Playground who had the same name with my blog name open their new store in also in newest mall Pondok Indah Mall Extension (Street Gallery). Woohh.. already have another extension. Make me more curious.

The Playground 1st opened their store in Plaza Indonesia.  So, more less I already know what the place looks like. Like it's name, the place so typical like playground. Feel like back to childhood era. Even they have swinging chair also the round wheel chair. This is so much fun.

I got a very warm welcoming from Ms Hani & Ms Georgetta from  The Playground. And it makes me feel bad to came late on-site. Not wasting my time, I start to dig and got some picture the menus left.

MAIN COURSE

Here are some pasta and steak menu that The Playground served that day...

Honey Red Wine Salmon - IDR 105.000++

Fresh grilled Norwegian Salmon served with 'Spinach Bakwan' and perfected with the Playground's signature Honey Red  wine sauce. Eventhough the grilled salmon a bit overcooked, but I guess it covered by they tasty sauce. It a bit sweet but tasty.

The Legendary Katsutti - IDR 75.000++

Katsu-don is one of Japanese traditional and favorite dishes. In Japanese "don" means rice. The Playground invented a legendary dish by substituting its rice with a special spaghetti and sauces. The spaghetti cooked aldente. With a creamy sauce making it more tasty. The chicken katsu mixed with eggs. So its looked like chicken omelet. The taste for me is so-so. 

Sateghetti Pasta - IDR 60.000++

I bet you all already can guess what's in it. Yeepp.... it's succulent chicken skewers ("sate") in Peanut sauce. This is my 1st time actually eating pasta with peanut sauce, I guess this is 'Gado-Gado' Italian Style. the sauce is a bit thick. But, the meat is tender and seasoned well.

Green Curry With Crispy Dory Spaghetti - IDR 60.000++

Thai-nesia Homemade green curry served with deep fried dory. This become my second favorite dish. The green curry taste a bit spicy but it balancing with the apple. So the taste a bit spicy and sour. Leaving a good taste. The dory also perfectly cooked. Still crispy outside and tender inside.

DESSERT

Moving to next meal. The Playground served some martabak. I usually buy some martabak somewhere in the street. Yeepp... the Playground has bring this street food into the next level.

 All Day Martabak

From 8 kind of Martabak that The Playground have, 4 of them was served that day which are Cheese Cookies and Cream (IDR 40.000++), Apple Crumble Martabak (IDR 50.000++), Monkey Genius (IDR 45.000++) and Traditional (IDR 35.000++). From all above, I like the  Cheese Cookies and Cream better. I also like the Apple crumble. But, it could be even better if they really add the crumble. The martabak dough quite good and soft. The portion was decent. Enough for 2.

Creme Brulee - IDR 35.000++

Creme Brulee that The Playground served was quite unique, since it serve in the Egg shell. It has 2 variant. the original ( with raspberry on top) and the fermented black glutinous or usually called 'ketan hitam' (with blackberry on top). What I like about this Creme Brulee that it has not too sweet taste. But I had taste a better Creme Brulee in other place.

BEVERAGES

Cafe D'Avocat - IDR 40.000++

Cafe D'Avocat consist espresso blended with milk, avocado, cinnamon. For those who don't like  coffee, the avocado can be a balancing for the espresso. The combination was just perfect. the taste a bit sweet but still leaving coffee aroma from it.

Playground's Punch - IDR 45.000++

The freshening green look from Playground's Punch. consist of green tea and tropical fruits also soda. I taste mango, lemon and pineapple.  With a slice of peach, this mocktail really good for a hot day like these days.

After tired playing all day... time to go to sleep kids... And don't forget to drink your 'Mimi Cucu' But Stop Mom... This Mimi Cucu is FORBIDDEN for you kiddos. Since it consist baileys in it. Served in 2 different variant, Vanilla and Chocolate. Both have a good taste, but I think the Baileys is too strong. To make it more similar like kids milk bottle, this drink has pacifier made from candy. Kids can eat this candy. The taste a bit sour and sweet.

Mimi Cucu - IDR 105.000++

Overall, we have so much fun playing in The Playground. Served with great food, Greet with a warm greeting. About the price, I think the price is pretty reasonable, considering the decent portion.

Thanks a bunch Ms Hani & Ms Georgetta for inviting us, thanks also for the great Goodie Bag.

The Playground's Students

The Playground
Pondok Indah Mall Extension, Ground Floor
Street Gallery, Unit G11 - G12
Jl. Metro Pondok Indah
(021) 29529729

follow them: @_theplayground_

Ya Kun Kaya Toast

A Sabrina Darmawan's story....

In one morning, sambil jalan-jalan di Pondok Indah Mall, ada sebuah tempat makan named Ya Kun Kaya Toast. Lokasi nya berada di Sky Walk Pondok Indah Mall lantai 2, yaitu di jembatan penghubung antara Pondok Indah Mall 1 dan Pondok Indah Mall 2.

Meski tempat nya idak terlalu besar, tapi sangat mudah mengenali  Ya Kun Kaya Toast ini. Gerai yang pertama kali ada di Singapore ini, di dominasi warna merah dengan sederatan kursi duduk yang tidak terlalu banyak berwarna putih. Meski begitu, tempat ini cukup nyaman untuk menikmati sarapan.

Menu set ala carte yang dipilih berisi the famous 4 stack Kaya Toast. Tekstur roti nya tipis garing kecoklatan dan juga renyah dengan olesan selai srikaya dan butter di tengahnya.Then ada 2 butir telur yang bisa dimasak sesuai keinginan kita. Apakah mau setengah matang atau telur rebus. Ditambah Kopi Susu untuk minumnya.

Ala Carte Set

For quick meal tapi ngga terlalu berat, Ya Kun Kaya Toast worth to try. Ditambah tempat nya yang nyaman dan pelayanan nya yang cepat.