ENAK! CHOCHA FOODSTORE - THURSDAY, 11 APRIL 2019
“Spaces are about more than a facade - they are about the surroundings, interior, the feel - the whole journey.” he said. You cannot move forward without knowing your history. You have to link that past and future together to move onwards.”
Mr. Shin Chang, one of the three owners of ChoCha Foodstore beautifully encapsulates the very essence of the April Enak! restaurant choice. Housed in the former MahLian Hotel in Chinatown with a history spanning almost a century, ChoCha Foodstore offers a culinary experience far beyond what is served on the plate.
For me it almost always starts with the place, with how the brick and mortar combined with intriguing elements of design and interesting interiors create an atmosphere of warmth and openness as well as a feeling of ease and comfort. ChoCha in its understated elegance and its immaculate attention to detail offers a place that is rustic, rugged, shabby yet chic, casual but funky, charming and above all very welcoming.
And then there is the historical aspect to the building which undoubtedly adds to the beauty and appeal of the place. Did you realise that you were enjoying lunch in what was at one stage a former hotel, at another a brothel; and later a fortune teller shop!
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The many photos that were taken of the place itself by our Enak! community is testimony to its design in keeping alive a space that has played (and continues to play) its role in the evolution and history of Petaling Street and Chinatown.
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For those of you hoping to recreate the Asian-infused flavours I have included our menu:
Zucchini & Kyuri Kerabu Rojak Mushroom Frittata Pan-Seared Barramundi Bario Rice Dessert: Pumpkin Slice |
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The lunch however was not without its homework! All Enakkers in order to be released back to reality from the old-world charm oozing from ChoCha were required to name their most favourite dish of the day - it sounded so simple - but it soon became apparent that we were all tasked with a very difficult decision. The Cauliflower and the Rojak were crowned the winners. |
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ChoCha Foodstore
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