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| - What a hidden gem located in an unexpected plaza in Mississauga!
We ordered their MD shabu shabu set for two and were pleasantly surprised with the entire experience from start to finish.
The food, along with the side dishes which included the salad and kimchi, were served promptly. The salad was excellent; the greens were fresh and the dressing was creamy with a touch of balsamic vinegar. What surprised us the most was the kimchi which was served in a mini clay pot!
Since it was our first time seeing kimchi served this way, we were excited to try it. The kimchi was probably the best we've ever had. It was more on the sweeter side and wasn't overly spicy. Every bite of the kimchi was crunchy and flavourful. The clay pot was rather large and we managed to finish it all, it was THAT good!
The ingredients that were part of the set included an assortment of greens, thin slices of beef, two varieties of fungus and two tofu pockets filled with ground pork and cabbage - which was our favourite. The noodles were of the chewy kind, which needed to be cooked longer. The broth was super flavourful and meaty. There were two condiments; one was sweet and sour, and the other was sesame based. The beef complimented these sauces well.
After we finished the raw ingredients, we were served cooked rice to make congee with the residual broth. It was a nice end to the meal and it was a very resourceful dining approach.
The portion sizes fell short of our expectations for the price; there were plenty of vegetables compared to the proteins, namely the two tofu pockets. Also, the vegetables could have been more fresh as they showed signs of slight browning. As the residual broth was concentrated, the congee was saltier than we would have preferred.
This restaurant is a great option for those seeking solace from the cold winter weather. We would greatly recommend this place for those looking for a different Korean dining experience in Mississauga!
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