PONY TALE DE CAFÉ @ SPICE ARENA, PENANG

Only one word to describe our newly found culinary oasis in the already well-known food haven state itself- TERRIFIC! Read on.

                                                                                                                             

 

An adorable, slightly cheekily named café- Pony Tale de Café, that is not only endearingly appealing, but also tastefully convincing. Before the mains were even served, my partner in crime and I had already been tremendously mesmerized by its myriad selection of so creative yet healthy beverages that surely gonna blow your mind absolutely. The idea behind it revolves around creative fusion twist that is plainly brilliant and out of the box. You just can't guess what have been added inside until they reveal to you! Hehe....

Pony Tale de Café first greeted the public officially on 28^th Dec 2015, welcoming patrons to a cozy respite set within a warm ambiance added with some vintage touch to its overall establishment. It’s located strategically at the new sports arena of Penang, SPICE, that is easily accessible for some hearty grubs especially after swimming at the adjacent stadium. The SPICE Arena was previously known as the Penang International Sports Arena (PISA), an indoor arena located in Penang, Malaysia.

The team behind Pony Tale de Café is really serious about dishing up sumptuous plates of

European Asian cuisine hot from the kitchen using the freshest ingredients that they could source, especially the bounteous seafood supply that are ensured of its optimum quality. One of the founder of this eating house is also a proprietor of an established seafood supply chain of the region, hence guests are assured of the top-notch seafood indulgence here.

To get it started, what about a bowl of saporous soup and a plate of oceanic salad as starter first?

TOMATO COULIS WITH SEAFOOD SOUP OF SCALLOP BASE

A rich and flavourful broth from the boiling of assorted seafood stock which includes scallop, mussels, prawns and many more, rendering a very intense seafood taste in every scoops. The tomato coulis on the other side helps to inject more savory sweetness to the soup, hence making it a very appetizing first course to start with apart from the common crudites serving.

For green lovers who are conscious on their waistline, they would be thrilled to find that the salad is no longer a boring affair over here at Pony Tale de Café .

 

SEAFOOD FATTOUSH SALAD WITH FLAXSEED, SESAME SEED AND CRANBERRY

Juicy mussels and huge sea prawns are carefully laid atop crisp greens before liberally drizzled with house fruity relish that includes the toothsome dressing of various healthy seeds- flaxseed and sesame seed, which go really well together with the citrusy and sweetness from the cranberries. I really love the special condiments as the seeds really add another dimension to the overall nuance, thumbs up!

  

CHICKEN BAHARAT WITH HARISSA POTATO

Generous slab of thoroughly marinated tender chicken thigh served on a bed of nicely wilted spinach, served alongside juicy Shitake mushroom and accompanied by uniquely spiced harissa herbs in the potato wedges, wow! It might come a little bit tangy and spicy, as the main ingredients are hot chili paper paste! Now you know it, but I didn’t recall any gochujang (Korean chili paste) that hot either, hehe. Definitely something new to tickle our ever adventurous taste buds! (=

Here comes the dish for the fish lovers like me =)

SEABASS WITH PEPPERTONATO

The thickly cut fillet is surely a treat to have. Pan fried till slightly crispy on the skin while locking all the juices within the bouncy meat, and then delicately served over capers, sweet basil, black pepper, bell peppers as well as some lemon slice for extra zest! Sometimes, food is well kept simple at its best for its freshness would showcase that underlying attribute. Oh ya, don’t forget the equally inviting scoops of gratin potato served on the side too! Cheesy and buttery, just plain delectable!

SPAGHETTI PESTO TORE

Springy pasta done al dente and deliciously tossed in tomato coulis base, together with bouncy prawns, mozzarella, dry basil and fresh basil. I like the fact that the pasta is not overly drenched in the sauce, which befits a the definition of a well-prepared Italian staple.

Although the appetizing presentation somehow reminds me of Chuck Hughes’s Black Cod Fish Ratatouille en Papillote, this dish is just outstanding as it is, bravo!

 

And last but not least, the awesome CHEESY OMELETTE!

A frills-free yet bursting in flavours chuck that is suffice to spice up your day. This bubbly moist omelette is beaten together with the eggs, meat cutlets, crisp bell peppers, salt and pepper in a bowl cooked over skillet at medium-high heat before  the wobbly and cheesy bites are ready to be served.

While the array of repast is scrumptiously crafted by the affable maestro, Chef Hafiz, now let’s usher out the most deserving and noteworthy beverages of the town, passionately concocted by the adept hands of whom we gladly touted as “The Maven of Inventive Drinks”, Gerald! She’s a very knowledgeable barista and also a friendly soul to have, exuding warmness throughout the surrounding. Voila, have a quick run-down, shall we? Am so exciting all over again, hehe............

Here come the drinks that we have raved about it earlier on! Not only they are visually appealing, but also very, very much an eye-opener! Now who says mocktails couldn’t rub shoulder with cocktails then? After trying them out, you might want to change that stigma again, hehe. Basically, there are divided into few categories, thematic ones that goes by the 4 seasons,  flower-tea infused drinks, chocolates and surely not to be missed, your caffeine fix too.

SUMMER SERIES

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TANGO RED WITH ROSES (MYR 11.80)

Watermelon and fresh passion fruit with roses. Love it to the max with the subtle floral hint! Trust every ladies would adore it very much!

YELLOW ENERGY WITH GROUND NUTS (MYR 15.80)

Banana with ground nuts

SAHARA WITH LOVE (MYR 15.80)

Mango and orange

SPRING SERIES

Available at MYR 13.80 each

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VIRGIN CUCUMBER MOJITO

Cucumbers are blended with mints, lime and garnished with homemade shredded cucumbers recipe.

VIRGIN APPLE MOJITO

Green apples with lime and mints.

GREEN BONANZA

A choy sam based (veggie) beverage that is suitable for all ages.

AUTUMN SERIES

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HOT APPLE CINNAMON NATURAL (MYR 11.80)

The perfect homey retreat………

WINTER SERIES

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ELEGANT OSMANTHUS (MYR 18.80)

Special signature recipe of milk ice blended with some fruits and adding in our home brewed osmanthus essence, a pretty yet elegant drink for both man and woman.

CHOCOCADO ESPRESSO

Avocado, chocolate and espresso. 

 The suggested method of drinking will be three layer drinking technique- First will be taking a sip of the avocado, Secondly will be mixing the chocolate around the glass to get the second taste and thirdly will be adding the espresso to the rest of the drinks and enjoy.

MOO ON THE ROCKS

Special signature recipe of ice blended milk with some fruits. then a drop of frozen espresso cube into it. Relish in every sip of thee moo on the rocks by the subtle taste of coffee that changes from the beginning till the end, as the espresso cube melts and blends into the milk throughout the course. Ah, now that this revives back my yet another pleasurable coffee discovery of Espresso Bomb from Jeq In The House.

DARK BELGIUM HOT CHOC

70% dark choc coins will be melted in a hot milk before served.

 

For coffee-based beverages, Pony Tale de Café is using Medan robusta blend for the unmistakable nutty and chocolaty  flavor, whereas Indonesian Mandheling for its single origin cup of joe that hits the tongue with an immediate aroma but entails with a smooth finish of tanine.

CAFFE LATTE

MOCHA

IRISH SHAKERATO

Irish cream blended espresso shake and served with a pinch of chocolate powder.

COFFEE BERRY

Espresso blended with strawberries

FRUITY SALTED CARAMEL LATTE :

Espresso and milk blended with fruits and caramel and a light pinch of French salt to enhance the taste

 

Have you already feeling bewildered with all the beautiful creations of tantalizing feast? Wait no more and head over to Pony Tale de Café today to whet the discerning palates of yours! Highly recommended the Seafood Fattoush Salad, Seabass With Peppertonato, Tango Red With Roses, Elegant Ostmanthus, Chococado Espresso, Coffee Berry and also the interesting choy sam-inspired Green Bonanza!

Cheers for now and follow us at Carpe Diem for more ‘food-ful’ discoveries!  ❤ℒℴѵℯ❤

Location: 180-B-01-11, SPICE Arena, Jalan Tun Dr Awang, Bayan Lepas, Penang

Contact: +6012-508 8238

Website:  http://www.ponytale.com.my/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PonyTale.my/

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