Cover image via Pop Up Dining KL/FacebookTrue to our food-loving nature, the Malaysian makan scene sees the coolest new food ideas practically on a daily basis
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From the advent of minimalistic-chic coffee joints mushrooming in every nook and corner…
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…to the recent preference for meals on wheels, thanks to the growing fleet of food trucks
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And now, here comes another unusual form of dining for the curious foodie: a pop-up menu that travels from one restaurant to another!
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1. So, what is a pop-up restaurant exactly?
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2. Whoa, way cool! Anyone doing this in KL?
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3. Who are the masterminds behind Pop Up Dining KL?
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Head chef **Daniel Yap** bounces ideas off partners **Miki Lie** and **Amanda Huang** in coming up with a memorable meal for the guests. Occasional guest chefs join in the fun in crafting the menu.
Graduating from ALMA International School of Italian Cuisine, Daniel's culinary experience includes staging at **Piccolo Lago, one of Italy's 2 Michelin Star restaurants**. Miki and Amanda are part of the IMI University Centre alumni, with Miki having staged at the **award-winning Nahm in Thailand.**
4. How did their pop-up idea, erm, pop up?
Daniel returned home from Parma with a head full of menu ideas, looking to host guests hungry for top-notch Italian cuisine. Joining forces with Miki and Amanda, there was only one issue left for this compact kitchen team: space.
After getting in touch with potential venues, they got their first greenlight from Jaslyn Cakes Bangsar, and never looked back.
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5. How does it work?
There is **no fixed schedule,** which makes the chase for dinner all the more fun! **The menu is ever-changing, and they pop up at different locations around Klang Valley.**
You can stalk Pop Up Dining KL on **[Instagram](http://www.instagram.com/popupdiningkl)** to find out what's on the menu, as well as when and where they'll be serving at next. Seats are limited, so if you're keen to join in on a particular night, get in touch with them to reserve your seats.
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6. Where do they usually pop up at?
After a few pop-ups at **Jaslyn Cakes Bangsar**, they also hosted dinner at a private house in Bangsar called **Sebelas**. A few cafes have started approaching them to host pop-up dinners at their space too, which led them to host meals at cafes like Chinatown's **Einstein Cafe**.
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7. Let's get to the good stuff! What's on the menu?
**Bagna Cauda 'Banana'** remains as one of the favourite Antipasto platters. The Italian dish's unique component is the **fondue-like sauce, traditionally made of salted anchovies, garlic and olive oil.** The dish is made even more outstanding here with the **added banana and cream for a touch of sweetness.**
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Then there's the picture-perfect **Chicken Leg Confit in Onion Bowl,** served on a bed of 200°C rock salt.
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Snacks include the carefully-concocted **Cinnamon Egg Pudding, served with Parmigiano cracker and an Italian breadstick.**
8. What can sweet tooths look forward to?
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Coffee fans will probably relish the artistically-constructed **Tiramisu Forest**.
Fancy lemon served three ways? Try a jar of **lemon mascarpone, lemon sponge cake, and mint gel lemon meringue**.
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Here's the **brown butter cake soaked in carrot syrup, served with sweet carrot puree, carrot peels, candied sweet potato, and white chocolate.**
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9. Is it halal?
The menu is **pork-free.** Some dishes do contain alcohol, however, but you can let the chefs know to leave it out of your dishes.
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10. What's the best way to get in touch with them?
To keep track of their latest menu and locations, you can check them out on **[Instagram](https://instagram.com/popupdiningkl)** or **[Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/PopUpDiningKL)**.
To make a reservation, drop them **an e-mail at [email protected]**.
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