Kulcha

We chose Kulcha after some time at the lakeside shopping centre. We were both feeling a bit unwell that night, and tired. I had a bit of a tension headache coming on and was struggling with the noise of one particularly shrill patron and the noisy clanking of crockery being laid out, and was worried of a migraine. I saw Rebecca getting a bit distressed as we waited for our orders to be taken but we both continued on.

Amost every time I have eaten at Kulcha, I ended up feeling sick. I gave it another go and chose a safe dish, char Kway Teow. Frequent readers will know this is one of my go-to dishes when unsure. I considered attempting the wonton noodles with char siu (barbecue pork) again but decided not to risk it.

After a reasonably short time my dish came out. This kway teow was a mixture of beef and chicken, both very unevenly cut. The chicken actually made me feel a little sick so the largest pieces were left. The noodles were alright, but I prefer mine cooked a little longer and drier. The beansprouts weren't very fresh or sweet, and there were only a few token pieces of bok choy. The soy sauce was well proportioned, and I always enjoy finding the egg mixed in. I found the dish served a little cool for my liking, and I always miss fried shallots to enhance the texture.

It was a very generous serving of noodles and I found myself beginning to get bored. Although I often turn my nose up at it, I felt I'd had better kway teow at Han's cafe. It needed a lift, and the haphazardly cut spring onions did not provide it. Coriander or lemon juice and chili could have done so much more with this dish, or even some squid.

I can't complain about the price of the meal, at a very reasonable $30 including drinks. I think I managed to avoid feeling sick, settling with satisfied.

Two and a half stars from me.