Just Seafood @ Sunway Giza

It is time to get messy! It is obvious that seafood and mess come hand-in-hand in order to enjoy its scrumptiousness. In Sunway Giza, there is a restaurant that approves of the chaos. Just Seafood is a specialist in western style seafood, serving meals in the most unusual way!

Ready for the much awaited seafood adventure!

Just Seafood, like its name suggests, has been serving fresh ocean harvest from crabs to prawns to oysters and mussels since 2014. Other than its interesting menu, it has also pioneered the on-table style. If you have passed by restaurants that pours the food on the table without any plates, I am proud to inform that it is the brainchild of Terrence Ham, owner of Just Seafood.

Just Seafood at Sunway Giza

The two storey outlet offers its patrons various seating options indoors and alfresco for patrons to enjoy their meal.

Fisherman themed interior

Photos of happy customers

I would say, my sister and I not only went for good food, we embarked on a seafood adventure that evening.

Irresistibly scrumptious fresh raw USA oysters
USA Natural 1 piece RM18.00
USA Natural 4 pieces free 1 RM72.00
USA Natural 7 pieces free 2 RM126.00
USA Natural 12 pieces free 4 RM216.00

The oyster got me literally eating out of its palm. I was in heaven!

The world became our oyster the moment the first dish was out. Incredibly fresh raw oysters flown in from the United States in the size of my palm definitely stimulated our appetite. The oyster was so huge that it took several bites to finish which definitely gave me a generous amount of satisfaction. I had mine untainted (without sauce) and in its most raw and original form. I died of happiness and went to heaven! Every bite was succulent and sweet with its divine texture. If you want to taste oceanic sublimity, this is the place.

Terrence Ham, owner of Just Seafood pouring out Cajun Style Seafood

Cannot wait to get my hands on the pile

 Cajun Style Seafood

1-2 pax RM109++

3-4 pax RM199++

5-7 pax RM399++

The signature dish was spread on the table after the impressive prelude. The seafood combi that includes mud crabs, prawns, clams, mussels and squid are cooked in Louisiana Cajun Style. This style is popularized by the Vietnamese in Louisiana. Terrence and his Vietnamese chef, perfected their version of Louisiana Cajun sauce which has just the right thickness. Every piece is smothered by tangy and flavoursome Cajun sauce that has a tinge of spiciness. The spiciness level can be adjusted according to customer's taste. I find its taste goes very well with seafood. Comes with choice of rice or bread.

Creamy Peanut Special Seafood
1-2 pax RM109++
3-4 pax RM199++
5-7 pax RM399++

Beware of the Creamy Peanut sauce! There is no way to debate about its spell-binding fragrance.  I must say that this is my favourite although the Cajun is their best-seller. Another authentic concoction by Terrence and his chef, is inspired by Malaysian's favourite satay peanut sauce. It is reinvented to blend with seafood with a nutty taste and a creamy note. Remember to mop the table with bread to savour the gravy. 

Butter Milk Seafood
1-2 pax RM99++
3-4 pax RM189++
5-7 pax RM369++

Non-spicy and sufficiently creamy, the Butter Milk is the western version of the Chinese lai yau. The package is sans squid and clams because butter milk sauce would match them less. Its aroma is beholden to the adequate spices thrown into the equation. Whole bottles of buttermilk are whisked into the special blen and enhanced by freshly plucked curry leaves. 

You can tell that food was cooked with the right amount of time as squid was tender and succulent and non of the crustaceans' meat shrank. Just Seafood does not skimp on ingredients and makes sure that quality is priority. The restaurant is completely pork-free and has an open kitchen concept so that nothing is concealed.

Lemongrass pandan RM9.00

My drink of choice that evening was lemongrass pandan that invigorates the palate with every sip.

Uncle Vincent's original recipe chilli mussels from Perth on Today's Special Menu
Chilli Mussels RM49.00

Those who have been to Perth would have heard of Uncle Vincent's Chili Mussels. Now you can get the dish cooked using the exact recipe right here. This item however is not a regular on the menu. It appears on the specials list occasionally. I find it quite a pity as this tasty bowl of mussels is definitely a delight to have. Seasoned with mixed herbs, it exudes piquancy amid the tangy tomato and chili sauce. 

Cannot be distracted from my seafood

I heart prawns

My sister Evy and I bonding over great food

Just Seafood gave my sister and I a memorable meal that evening. The fun of primitively grabbing food  from the surface of the table was simply awesome! You should have been there when my sister told me to "pass" her the squid- I grabbed them with my hands and put it anywhere within her reach! Thumbs up to this concept! I recommend this place for an oyster fix or a unique seafood meal.

Take note of the before

Check out the aftermath

Has the idea of wiping the table with bread appeared tasty to you?
This was what was left of the Creamy Peanut pile

Just Seafood

A-9-G, Sunway Giza

No. 2, Jalan PJU5/14

47810 Petaling Jaya 

Selangor

012-229 0855

info@justseafood.com.my 

www.facebook.com/JustSeafoodMY

Barclays Premier League- That Night When Liverpool vs Manchester United

The pandemonium could not be contained. The showdown of 2 eternal rivals in the football realm was destined to be on that day. The Liverpool and Manchester United clash-out at the Barclay's Premier League brought about legions of red fans to Sunway Giza before the giant HD screen at the LIVE Match Viewing Party hosted by FOX International Channels (FIC) 

All about football

Those who know me would be wondering which monsoon wind brought me to the event as I cannot even kick a ball straight. Well, an avid fan as a boyfriend would explain why. His favourite team was not playing but it is always uplifting to draw energy from the revelry and it was great opportunity to improve my football vocabulary.

It's the day of the 2 legendary rivals

Celebrating the match, there were some exciting activities for the all who were game enough before the live telecast began. The Fox Sports Football Simulator was very welcomed as it made everyone an instant football player while The Double Dribble Challenge was there to test adroitness of the legs.

The Fox Sports Football Simulator

Fox Sports Double Dribble Challenge

Starting them young

There was also a corner to put your foresight to use. If your score is right, prizes awaits at the end of the game!

Guess what I predicted

The merchandise store was an interesting scene with eye-catching red souvenirs spreading over the whole patch. The ones that caught my eye was the RM1200 authentic player autographed jersey. The team pack also appeared cute and the plush toy would not go wrong if anyone got that for me.

Merchandise concept store

Red items

Liverpool vs Manchester United

Authentically signed jerseys for RM1200

Fan's collectibles- Team Pack

I wouldn't mind a red plush toy

Sky was the limit when it comes to fans' love and emotions for their favourite clubs. It was my first time witnessing the clamour and vehemence of a football match. My boyfriend told me to look out for the taunts among the teams that amped up the already-heated situation. No wonder guys or rather football fans (girls included) take so much pleasure in communal viewing of a match may it be at mamak stalls, pubs or parties like this.

The attentive crowd during the match

Loyal Liverpool fans

Enthusiastic Manchester United fans

Fans go to lengths to invest in props and flags to display their undying support for their teams. I spotted a little boy sporting a devil's mask and a red pitch fork to announce his sports religion. Songs and jingles were sung passionately. I admired in awe the spirit that no mortal could break.

Fans displaying their love for their football club

Manchester United fans were particularly energetic. They paraded into the area before the match started

Yours truely not missing out on the excitement

Emcees hyping up the spirit even more

Fans showed off their football knowledge in the trivia session and went all out to win merchandises as well as prizes from FOX Sports and sponsors such as BAC, MyEG and Wonda Coffee. Loyalty was proven to be cemented when a fan refused to answer a question related to the other team! Pardon my surprise...I was new. 

My view at the event

Uproar during a close goal

The match started at 10pm and everyone's eyes were glued to the giant HD screen. Every goal attempt and defense was cheered and jeered. Even I was at the edge of my seat. At the end of the game...

Man United-1 Liverpool-0

Congratulations Manchester United!

Great game Liverpool! Try again. You Will Never Walk Alone

Best dressed fan

Manchester United fans rejoiced!

Fans can tune in to FOX Sports (ASTRO Channel 812) and FOX Sports HD (ASTRO Channel 832) to catch all the action of BPL Live, week in and week out!

For more information on the match fixtures and times, please visit http://tv.foxsportsasia.com/

A Sisterly Affair @ Sozo Japanese Cuisine, Sunway Giza

Once in a while, your sisterhood needs to be empowered. It needs to be renewed and be reinforced so that you have backing… when you are bullied- seriously! But of course other than that, it is to thank her for being such a supporter when no one else likes your FB posts, for lending you her dress for that dinner, for fetching you from Pudu back home when taxi fares double after midnight etc. What is the best way to treat your sister, cousin sister, sister-in-law? Follow my lead. 

Sozo Japanese Cuisine at Sunway Giza, Kota Damansara

I decided to fortify my sister-sister bonding by treating her to her favourite kind of food- Japanese! One-to-one, just the two of us and no other people. I took her to Sozo Japanese Restaurant for ala carte buffet dinner.  A choice that is definitely value for money with quality Japanese dishes. Let me show you why I find it the best buffet in town. (See bottom for price of buffet)

I noticed the large variety of food when I saw pages and pages of food on the menu

Order your food using the order form

Sozo Japanese Restaurant in Sunway Giza situated just next to The Beer Factory. We chose al-fresco dining as the night was cooling. The first impression I got when I was handed the menu was that it was very thick! My sister and I were spoilt for choice with pages and pages of food to choose from. To the uninitiated, ala carte buffet means you can order as much as you like from the menu, as many times as you like. There will not be a food spread as food will be dished out from the kitchen as per order. But do keep in mind, that wasted food will be charged. As our brain froze from the vast variety, we requested for recommended dishes the first round and restaurant manager Alex Tan ticked away. 

Special Soft Shell Crab Maki RM22.90

Succumbing to our gluttony, we decided not to go according to food etiquette. Therefore, appetizers did not reach first. The first dish was special soft shell crab maki. I understand that we have to cut the filling food during buffets but this one is exceptional. Soft shell crab fried to perfection rolled in sweet glutinous rice and topped with fresh mango with a hint of thousand island sauce will certainly satisfy your carb cravings without feeling too much.

Kakuni  RM17.90

Kakumi is stewed selected pork with chef's secret recipe sauce. The meat is tender while the sauce is appetizing. I savoured the remaining gravy by wiping it with the salad leaves.

Sashimi Moriawase 6 kind RM59.90

This plate of goodness is worth more than anything else in the menu. To those who has a fetish for sashimi, this cold platter will certainly blow you away. Each bite is sweet accompanied by a tingling of freshness in the mouth. The 6 sashimis are white tuna, hamachi (yellow tail), hamachi belly, maguro (tuna), salmon, prawn with a clutter of fish roe. Popping fish roe with your teeth while letting the liquid spritz the taste of the ocean in your mouth is a fantastic way to pass time. This plate is worth more than what you pay for if you buy the meal from Ensogo. 

Gyoza RM11.90

Craving for more porky dishes? The gyoza is dumpling stuffed with pork and assorted chopped vegetable and spices. It is a good filler dish to satisfy those who is full but still wants to munch. 

Oyster Aburi Carpaccio  RM12.90

This dish of fresh  oyster with special sauce adds a splash of flavour to mask the raw oyster smell while maintaining the oyster taste. This is recommended to those who are not really a fan of fresh raw oyster. A dollop of blended ginger and spring onions spices up the mouthful of delicacy. I do not recommend the Kaki Don (fried oyster) though. The batter is thick and oyster taste is totally quashed. 

Ticking my 2nd round of order

Assorted sashimi of your choce
Fresh oyster RM4.90 per piece
Fresh salmon belly RM8.80 for 8 pieces
Hamachi belly RM8.80 for 5 pieces

Of course being fans of sashimi, we will not leave until we are sated with raw fish. We delved into the menu to order assorted sashimi of our choice. The fresh raw oyster was the pearl of the dish as we slurped up the untainted ocean taste with texture so satisfying to the palate. We also savoured the richness of the salmon and hamachi (yellow tail) bellies. We were smug with our choice as the fatty part of the fish left a deep impression even after we left. I recommend their sashimis as they are fresh and sweet. This dish will redeem the price of the whole buffet even without discount. 

Chuka Wakame (Seaweed salad) and Chuka Kurage (Jellyfish salad)  RM6.00 each

We then tried the appetizers. the emerald chewy seaweed salad was fragrant with sesame oil and sprinkles of sesame. Great choice to chat over with. The Chuka Kurage on the other hand was not as appetizing as expected. It had a woody taste that I did not appeal to me. 

Ikura Cawanmushi RM11.90

The fun popping salmon roe enticed me for another round of it in a different variety. Salmon roe  in a warm eggy base is a pleasant combination. This choice leaves the mouth smacking for more. 

Maguro Aburi Teriyaki (Seared Maguro sushi)  RM7.90 per plate

To those who cannot leave a Japanese restaurant without having at least a shushi, try this tuna teriyaki which is infused with gravy that moistens the rice for a more scrumptious swallow.

Ocha Soba (Green tea cold soba)  RM18.80

The cold ocha soba was interesting as the raw quail egg has to be mixed with the dipping sauce. The dipping sauce was not cold enough and the soba was not al dente enough. One will not lose out if this dish is skipped.

Green tea and ice cream included in the buffet

The buffet includes free flow of ocha (green tea) and free flow of ice-cream 

House sake RM30

You can wash it all down with a little sake at the end or take it during the course of the meal. Sake is not included in the buffet. My sister and I enjoyed warm sake that soothed the throat and of course we continued chatting till the sake reached bottom. 

Sozo also helps organize events for special occasions

Sozo's customer service is good with smiling waiters ready to serve. The manager is friendly and is approachable enough to recommend or explain any dish.

A sisterly affair

Price of buffet per pax is RM69.90 only....and yes with all the sashimi enjoyed! We most certainly had a jolly good time during our dinner, baring all of our appetite to the free flow of food and will come back with our parents and friends. I am also sure that your search for a good foodie night matches this post.

Still worried about the cost? Fret not as Ensogo is now offering 30% off for weekday lunch and 20% off for weekday dinner. Go to Ensogo and search for ‘Sozo’ or go to www.ensogo.com.my/deals/1-2pax-ala-carte-japanese-buffet-at-sozo-japanese-restaurant-1438193950

Definitely a good buy!

Sozo Japanese Cuisine

13-G, Block A, Sunway Giza

Jalan PJU 5/14,

PJU 5 Kota Damansara,

47810 Petaling Jaya,

Selangor

Telephone: 03-6150 7128/ 6143 5128

Reservation hotline: 012-221 9774 (Alex Tan)

Facebook: facebook.com/sozocuisine

Email: sozocuisine@gmail.com