The Loaf Bistro at Pavilion

After the trip for tea at The Loaf at Bangsar VIllage, we decided to give the Pavilion branch a go, as suggested by my friends. It was tucked on the third and fourth floor of the mall, just next to the Bukit Bintang entrance. Easily missed if you were not aware of it.

It was a narrow two-story lot. The lower one for the bakery. The bistro where we had dinner was on the upper floor, where you had to climb a rather steep set of stairs. Better head out and used the escalator just next to the shop if you have a dodgy hip!

The upper deck was cosy and welcoming. Despite the next day being a public holiday - Deepavali - the place was empty. There were plenty of activities at the bakery, but not on the upper bistro. Therefore, we enjoyed the best seat - the sofa - and my boys had a great time.

Kicking things off with some healthy saladGarlic bread with extra butterSo, what did we order? I had the carbonara, the boys had meatballs, Anita had salad. Before long, we went downstairs to have a look at the bakery and bought a few items, where the waiter picked up from us and put on a plate. The brownies sent my boys to sugarland, and they could not sit still afterwards.

I had my cocktail and the boys had their tea. The food was good, but I must say the Bangsar Village outlet is better. This being a bistro also meant that choices in terms of order was more limited. The meatball that Anita asked for was off menu. The outlet was also smaller, and was meant more as a cafe - hence the name Bistro - rather than a proper restaurant. But it was comfortable none the less.

Anita ordered meatballs for the boys. Off the menu here, but on them at the Bangsar Village outlet.My carbonara.Mocktails for me and Irfan.We then finished things off with tea and coffee.We would definitely be coming here again. I could imagine the place to be rather crowded during day time and late afternoon when people came over for tea. The service was also fast and friendly, although the price was relatively expensive.

The Moll is in the House

On Deepavali morning, we received delivery of Irfan's new table. We paid for it during the weekend and we got the people from the shop to come over and install it for us. Irfan had been all excited since the weekend about the table. He picked the finish himself, even though we were keen for him to have a different unit.

The other unit would be for Idlan, but we had to wait for my next paycheck before I could pay for that one. Put it this way, it was not cheap. But from the build and also its attachment, it should last a very long time. A very sturdy table, and could be adjusted as the boys grow up.

The triangular compartment that Irfan could not get enough off.It came with a placeholder for books..... but not new chairs

Next month, it would be Idlan's turn. His unit would be wider, with a bigger drawer. He has not yet picked the finish. After that would be the chairs, followed by study lamps.

Happy Deepavali

Happy Deepavali to all my Hindu friends and colleague. Hope that this festival of lights would bring you joy and prosperity.

As for me, it would be a day off - but got to do a ward round however. While a few friends would be heading towards Brickfields armed with their camera for a spot of street photography. Good luck to them as well.

Have a great day all around.

Predictably Unpredictable

The weather in the last few weeks had been unpredictable - well, predictably unpredictable. It tended to be glorious sunshine in the morning, on the way to work. By the time you were done with the day, it would be pouring. And we were talking proper rain here - the ones with cats, dogs and other furry animals.

It looked like that would be the case again today. It certainly is nice and warm outside while I was in clinic ……

Update on Tuesday, October 25, 2011 at 6:57PM by Haris Abdul Rahman

Yes. It rained heavily later in the afternoon.

The Big Read

As I mentioned, I picked up Steve Jobs biography yesterday and managed a couple of chapters before bed last night. It was rather absorbing, and tomorrow being a holiday, I might be able to burn through a few more chapters tonight. I was initially hoping to listen to the mp3 version of the book, but it won't be the same thing.

The first chapter revolve around issues he had with his parents - both biological and adopted. How he came close to his only real sibling - writer Mona Simpson. The impression I had was, Steve was a young arrogant man. He demanded high standards and looked down upon those who did not meet his expectations.

Looking forward to the rest of the book then …..