New restaurant offers classical Chinese cuisine with modern touches
KOTA SAMARAHAN: Foo Man Ting, a new restaurant at La Promenade Mall here, is offering premium Chinese dishes amidst a dining ambience that highlights traditional ink paintings.
The establishment, of which name means ‘Court Full of Luck’ in Chinese, is led by head chef Yong Chee Kian in collaboration with the mall management, Hock Seng Lee Group (HSL).
Chef Yong, 56, brings with him extensive culinary experience from Taiwan and Singapore, while HSL offers expertise in property development and highend buildings.
“My motto is ‘min yi shi wei tian’, which means ‘the people regard food as heaven’.
“Food is life. Having spent 36 years in Chinese culinary arts, my goal for Foo Man Ting is to marry classical Chinese cuisine with modern innovation,” he said.
“I am delighted to be part of HSL’s new offerings at La Promenade. This is a true collaboration of expertise. My kitchen is staffed by veterans from Kuching, Kuala Lumpur as well as new talents emerging from places like Serian.
“HSL has built an amazing kitchen and the dining hall, and VIP rooms are beautiful.
“Together we have found the most amazing calligraphy arts that adorn the space. Even the logo is created by calligraphy master Liew Boon Poh.”
Notable industry veteran Angie Ng is the front-of-house floor manager.
Among the highlights on the menu are ‘Fo Tiao Qiang’ (Buddha Jumps Over The Wall) known for its rich seafood taste and is considered a banquet dish; Hangzhou Claypot-Braised Pork Belly with Sauce of Premium Soy and Rock Sugar; Cantonese-style Steamed Coral Grouper, as well as the popular Peking Duck and Sichuan Kung Pao Chicken.
The list also includes an amazing selection of roast meats, and not forgetting humble delights like tofu dishes and handmade noodles.
A food-preview dinner took place last Sunday, where Kota Samarahan Municipal Council (MPKS) chairman Datuk Peter Minos was joined by restaurant critics, social media influencers and members of the press.
It is informed that Foo Man Ting has been inviting guests for food-tasting since mid-November, and has been receiving strong feedback.
Among the highly-notable dishes served during the Sunday night preview were the braised pork belly and the ‘Kung Pao’ chicken.
It is notable to mention that Foo Man Ting also has a list of specially-curated, non-retaildisplay wines procured from France, Australia, Argentina and New Zealand.
A consultant mixologist has created cocktails on the drinks menu including the signature Strawberry Brandy Iced Tea, Korean Screwdriver and Whisky Highball.
Other premium brands like Asahi, Macallan and Hennessy are also available.
“The wines and cocktails at Foo Man Ting carefully match a range of Chinese cuisine.
“We prefer lighter wines to complement delicate soups and seafood dishes.
“Our cocktails are made from fresh fruits and the spirits are great for cocktail parties or digestives,” said floor manager Ng.
Nestled on Level 2 of La Promenade Mall, the restaurant is open daily, for lunch and dinner.
For reservations, call 012-826 8535.
Search @FooManTing on social media to know more.