Butter + Beans @ Manjalara

OUG too far for you? Don't want to cramp in a small cafe when enjoying a good cuppa with some decadent pastries? Look no further, Butter + Beans has expanded its reach to Bandar Manjalara, Kepong!! Located at the Manjalara hotspot, this cafe is only a week old and its already garnering a following from both new and old Butter + Beans fans. Unlike its original Seksyen 17 cafe, this outlet is much more spacious and has a chilled, homey vibe.

Come and discover the artist in you.

Eclectic furniture, wooden boards on cages.

No one has more class than that bear!

Feeling calm with Zen like decor. 

Ain't no one going to say no to bread...oh carbs how I love thee.

Spots of colors from the flora.

 Being status quo suggests that we had our usual Cappuccino and Long Black that night, and we did ;). The coffee served here is a medium-full bodied roast, 50-50 on acidity and bitterness and has a slight sour aftertaste. The beans used here are a mixed blend from 4 countries and its outsourced from Feeka.  

We also had a chance to try their tea from TeaPigs. From the variety of flavors that was available, we decided on the Ginger Lemon Tea. However, we felt a bit conned when we saw the small teabag, thinking it would only be good for one cup, but we were wrong. Even after 3 steeps, the tea did not lose its taste integrity; goes to show that good things DO come in small packages.

Cappuccino (RM10), Americano (RM7) & Ginger Lemon Tea (RM9)

Despite the name Teapigs, the visual shows you a variety of animals an inanimate objects.

 As with all the Butter + Beans outlet, their main attraction comes in the form of pastries. Since this was dinner for us, we had to order a fair bit to fill our tummies :)

First up was their Smoked Salmon Quiche. Eggs, smoked salmon, herbs and vege, mixed and baked to perfection on a buttered danish crust. Simple, yet delicious. The filling is so packed that in every mouthful, you can taste all the elements of the quiche. Definitely a quiche to remember. If you want to grab/try a slice, we advise you to go early as they will run out of it fairly quickly.

 Smoked Salmon Quiche (RM11)

 Then came the sweet danishes...

Dear chocolate lovers, this one's for you. If you happen to come across the Pistachio Chocolate Danish just staring you in the face at the pastry counter, pls, oh pls, order it. A thick milk chocolate concoction sitting in between a buttery danish, need I say more? The chocolate really takes over with every mouthful, perfect combination of sweet and savory. Trust us, you won't regret it!!

The Strawberry Danish is for the non chocolate crazies out there who is also looking to indulge. Cut from the same cloth, the only difference between the 2 danishes is that this one is filled with custard instead of chocolate. It might not seem much from here, but its jam packed to the brim with filling on the inside. Definitely worth a try!!

 Pistachio Chocolate Danish (RM7) & Strawberry Danish (RM7)

It's not often you see Blackberry Tarts in cafes, or even in bakeries. So when we saw this little beauty, we decided to give it a try. Their blackberry tart is the "something special" we had that night. Every bite is filled with luscious blackberries and best of all, its not too sweet. We would definitely recommend this to parents or folks who are watching their sugar intake.

Blackberry Tart (RM11)

For us, every time we walk into a new cafe, we would just stare at the display fridge, looking for a slice of cake that would invite us in. Mille Crepe cakes are usually the first ones we take off the list. However, after much recommendation from the owner, we decided to make an exception and it was the best decision we made that night. Seeing that we are not crepe cake fans, this is definitely something to write about.

Their Lavender Earl Grey Mille Crepe cake is one of the most unique and delicious crepe cake we have tasted so far. The lavender flavor cuts through from the start and leaves a pleasant aftertaste in your mouth with every bite. Crepe cakes are usually very dense, but this one just seems very light and we can't get enough of it. Definitely worth trying if you are looking to test your taste palette.

 Lavender Earl Grey Mille Crepe (RM13)

Last but definitely not least is their Almond Salted Caramel Mille Crepe cake. The decadence of this cake is unexplainable. Almond flavored cream on layers of crepe, topped with crunchy salted caramel infused almonds. As dense as each mouthful is, we just kept helping ourselves. Only flaw to this cake is that it will leave you craving for more.

Almond Salted Caramel Mille Crepe (RM13)

All in all, with its cozy ambiance and awesome F&B, Butter + Beans in Manjalara is definitely here to stay, proving that a cafe can flourish even without a long menu and that quality is better than quantity

Butter & Beans
9, Jalan 3/62A,
Bandar Menjalara, Kepong,
52200 Kuala Lumpur.

Coordinates: 3.195107, 101.628909
Opening Hours: 10.00am-11.00pm

Gee and Geek @ SS2

With a motto like"Bringing the yums to your tums", its no wonder Gee and Geek is catching the attention of many. Being one of the newbies, this cafe cum restaurant offers a cozy ambiance, friendly service and most important of all, brilliant F&B to their customers.

Digging the logo.

Nothing says snazzy like customized napkins.

Buck tooth for the win!!!

First, lets talk beverage. 

 We had our usual Americano and Cappuccino that night and boy, were we not disappointed. Their coffee was of a single origin roast, so its a bit more full bodied and smooth. Having said that, its not too strong and had a floral cocoa aftertaste; perfect for coffee addicts who would like a cuppa at night, without having to worry about not being able to sleep that night.

Cappuccino (RM10) & Americano (RM8)

Next, the food. 

First up was their Linguine ala Goma, or their Chicken Linguine. Linguine, stir fried with a sesame dressing and peanut sauce with grilled chicken, topped with some greens and sesame seeds. Peculiar? Yes. Delicious? Absolutely. We didn't know what we were getting into because we have never seen pasta cooked this way before but, it works. The sauce is not overly dense and the chicken is uniquely scrumptious. All in all, it was an excellent dish. Definitely worth the try.

Linguine ala Goma (RM19)

Then, came the star of the night, their Egg & Cheese Pork Burger. A grilled pork patty, topped with a fried egg and melted cheddar cheese on some lettuce, in between toasted butter buns, served with a side salad and some fries. We think the brilliance of this burger comes from its simplicity. Each element is well executed that it does not need much help for it to be a fabulous dish. Even without a sauce, this burger is never dry and we can taste each ingredient, from the pork patty to the toasted bun. This is one of their signature dishes and it definitely did not fall short.

Egg & Cheese Pork Burger (RM21)

We also ordered a side that night, which was Homemade Sweet Potato Fries. Sweet potatoes, julienned, battered and fried, tossed with salt and a tinge of sugar. One of the better sweet potato fries we've had, its crispy exterior is countered with its creamy and sweet interior which makes for a delicious bite for a long night's talk.

Homemade Sweet Potato Fries (RM8)

Ultimately, Gee and Geek really lived up to its hype and we are excited to see what else they would bring in the future.

Gee & Geek
46, Jalan SS2/4a, 
Petaling Jaya, Selangor. 

Coordinates: 3.111895, 101.610667
Opening Hours: Daily, 10am-10pm.
Phone No: 03-7496-5907