I don’t idolize Andrew Zimmern for no reason, he is a real bizarre food makan fanatic. Living in this multicultural society, we are invariably encountering unique cuisines regularly. Think frogs, turtles and fish eyes. Though these may seem a norm to us, it may not be so for those who ain’t natives of the country.
For someone named ‘Weirdo’ among her friends, AiMakan always go for extremes; even too freakish for the locals. Smelly Tofu (from HongKong or Taiwan), the smellier the better or Natto (Japan), I can’t do without the slimy delicacy every day.
Therefore I presumed the challenge to be a piece of cake. What could go wrong for one with a gutsy palate?
Jewels launched Korean Black Garlic products a couple of months ago and also initiated a Singapore’s first ever option during this year’s Mid-Autumn festival; Black Garlic Mooncakes.
For those readers who are oblivious to Jewels Artisan Chocolate; this parlour with her remarkably adventurous chefs, has wowed many with their fascinating creations. Black Palm Island Salt (white piece) for example, is a one-of-its-kind flavour. Almond cream and salted egg yolk bounded by two slightly savory biscuits. Yes, your eyes aren’t playing you out; its the Asian favourite condiment to the mooncake, Salted Egg Yolk.
Garlic infused sweet almond cream sandwiched in a pair of pretty pink shells. Chomp into the crumply exterior and be surprised by a midget wedge of the black diamond in the middle.
If you adore garlic bread, you will find the taste rather familiar. The pungent aroma was stimulating to the taste-buds. The first bite was quirky, I guess it’s due to the fact that the honeyed garlicky punch being foreign to the brain. Subsequent acceptable nibbles made me finish it all.
It’s yet again a food that you would either love it or hate it. Me? I can’t wait to try the other works of the genius, namingly ice cream, chocolate and the mooncake.
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pinkoolaid
September 17, 2011
this seems pretty weird but i bet its surprisingly yummy too. I’d never try this on my own if I were to see it on the menu though, thanks for the review!
爱makan
September 19, 2011
you should one day. But beware… 😛
Anonymous
October 9, 2011
Nice! I wanna EAT!!! you make me feel eating it now. The last pic make it look so tasty. YUMMY! YEAH! nice pic taken ya full of creativity!