Benedict
Jakarta just launched their newest menus and they’re like A LOT, but I managed
to sample some of their artisan indulgence on a lunch date a few days ago. I
have revealed (and raved) about the lunch and gave some exclusive sneakpeek on
my Snapchat, so if you haven’t followed me, that’s your loss :p
Review
of Benedict on my first ever visit -> CLICK HERE
The
new menus were interesting, and I was captivated by the charm of the food, it
was something I never had nor expected Benedict to come with. Flavor and
presentation wise, interesting, some of the menus even worth calling Benedict a
casual fine dining restaurant, but the thing is I don’t think they’re aiming to
be one.
Before
getting down to the food, Benedict also launches some of their signature cold
pressed juices, all came in plastic bottle packaging making it perfect on the
go. I tried the watermelon one and it was something that I was fond of. I could
definitely taste the watermelon as it dominated the whole flavor, they claimed
for not using any preservatives and further sweetening.
The
Bourbon cocktail drink uniquely served inside a pot (don’t worry it’s clean),
it had this bailey’s and rhum character to it. Strong for me, but I love it.
Pitaya Bowl
Pitaya
Bowl is definitely the happening trend at the moment, and Benedict tries to
translate it with their own style and uniqueness. Result? Pretty much common,
only I guess Benedict’s version is the larger and less sweet one, which is
totally good. If you happen to be not very hungry and needing something to hold
your tummy, this would be perfect.
Pork Quesadilla
The
quesadilla was something I was really fond of. Large, thick and loaded with tasty
and beautifully seasoned fillings (meat and a bit of veges), an addition of mozarella
cheese would be even more beautiful.
Fried Chicken and Waffle
Hands
down to THE BEST fried chicken and waffle in Jakarta at the moment, at least
for me. The deep fried battered fried chicken was super nice, perfectly cooked
to achieve such tenderness, glazed with this honey-ish sauce and sitting
gracefully on top of the crispy-fluffy waffle. You can choose to add in or not
add in that perfect looking poached egg. The dish came with their specially
made house sauce to pair with the fried chicken and waffle, it was salty and
savory, not sure what that is, but truthfully, just the fried chicken and
waffle and I am happy enough.
I hate
it that I was too carried away with the beauty that I forgot to snap it when I
slice the egg open. No eggyolk porn L
BBQ Smoky Short Ribs
ONE OF
THE BEST BENEDICT DISHES EVER! Professional and beautiful plating with
attention to details and a lot of elements inside, but without appearing
confusing and unnecessary. The slow cooked short ribs was superb from the
cooking to the seasoning! It was fatty, tender and saucy! I praise the idea of
using the sweet corn puree AND the truffle oil drizzle on top to make it more
fragrant and delicate. The sweet corn puree was smooth and sweet with a hint of
salt! The mushroom croquette was also enjoyable and I love the fact that it
came light with the flavor so that it didn’t crash with the other elements, if
you really notice, there are these little crunchy things, which happened to be
the deep fried dry short ribs adding in the texture.
Green Tea Lava Cake
Texture
wise, one of the most perfect molten lava cake I’ve seen, the texture was just
spot on with perfectly cooked coating, and all the way runny to the center. The
lava cake came with one scoop of creamy cheese ice cream, orange tuile and nut
crumbs. Flavor wise? Unfortunately they’re using that particular green tea
powder with jasmine flavor infused to it. I never know the name, but I think
you know about it, BUT fortunately not too much.
You
know what I honestly love about the restaurants managed by UNION group? The
fact that they always drive themselves to come with something very anticipated
and dearly loved eventually. They’re the game changer, they raise the bar and
they always try to prove why they survive all these years. Kudos to that, and
kudos to the amazing duo of Chef Fernando Sindu and Ivan Wibowo. You never fail
to impress me!
Benedict
Grand Indonesia East Mall LG #37-#39
Jl. M.H. Thamrin No. 1
Jakarta Pusat 10310
021 - 2358 1238Opening Hours:
10 AM - 10 PM
Pricing: $$ / IDR 300k for two
Dresscode: smart casual
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