This marks my virginal visit to Golden Phoenix at Equatorial Hotel.
I missed the CNY preview last week no thanks to some unforeseen circumstances.By a happy chance, I managed to slot in a dim sum lunch here earlier this week where I got to sample a few items from the CNY set in addition to dainty morsels of the Chefs specialty dim sum.
To start off lunch, we lou-ed another Yee Sang; effectively marking my 15th Yee Sang of the year. Oh, Im certainly set for 2012. Imagine all that prosperity coming my way! LOL.
We chose one that came topped with ebiko and deep fried soft shelled crabs which was pleasantly meaty.
Good, good. I hate it when Im served soft-shelled crabs with more batter than meat!
Last to go on top was Golden Phoenixs specialmandarin gold coins; a symbol of prosperity and fortune, courtesy of Equatorial Hotel.
These gold coins were like gummy jelly beans, tangy and very nice to chew on! 
Golden Phoenix @ Equatorial Hotel is a non-halal outlet and their Water Dragon 2012set atRM3838++ is anextravagant treat, perfect for the business dinner for your valued clients.
Water Dragon 2012
Caviar, Fuji Apple, Korean Pear, Pine Nuts and Salmon Yee Sang
Braised Superior Sharks Fin with Brown sauce
Spring Chicken with Thai Sauce
5 Head Abalone, Dried Oyster, Black Moss with Broccoli
Stir-fried Lobster with Ginger & Spring Onion
Steamed Dragon Tiger Grouper with King Soy sauce
Claypot Rice with Chinese Sausage and Wax Meat
Double-boiled Hasma and White Fungus with Ginseng
Deep-fried Nian Gou with Banana and Cheese
RM3838++ per table of 10 persons
(RM438++ per person additional cover)
TheDeep-fried Nian Gou with Banana and Cheese was a real treat. Sticky chewy nian gou with savoury salty cheese and sweet bananas sounds like a flawless match, which indeed it was.
For dim sum, I chose my usual favourites; the one that every self-respecting dim sum outlet should rightfully ace. The Chee ! Cheong F un came with sweet plump scallops so no complains there but my favourite Char Siew Pau (Barbeque Pork Buns) had too sauce and fat.
I prefer my fish balls fishier in taste and bouncier. This didnt quite hit the spot but was decent enough for hotel standards.
The outer layer for the Prawn and Cheese Balls below were actually deep fried maggi noodles!
Think of those Mamee snacks you had during your childhood days. Yes, those small yellow and purple packs ones.
These tasted somewhat similar, making theseballs really more-ish and addictive. Pop one into the mouth, enjoy the crunch and the hot cheese as it oozes out and flood your mouth.
I was told this was one of the Ch! efs spec ialty; The Har Kau (Prawn Dumplings) with Steamed Pumpkin. While the translucent skin and bouncy prawns won favour from me, I dont see how the pumpkin enhances the overall taste. Having said that, I like pumpkins so Im not complaining.
Golden Phoenix @ Equatorial Hotel is one of the few non-halal Chinese restaurant in KL city, making it deal for a porky Chinese feast or dim sum meal in a posh comfortable environment.
We were there on a weekday and the lunch crowd was impressive, consistent walk-ins on top of prior reservations diners. Thankfully I took my pictures before lunch.
Lastly, we polished off Golden Phoenixs famous Durian Pancake and wished each other Gong Hei Fatt Choy; with best wishes to life, health and career! 
** The dim sum item prices are ranging from RM8++ per portion onwards. It is available from 12.00 noon to 2.30 pm, ! Mon to F ri.
Golden Phoenix @ Equatorial Hotel Chinese New Year set menus:
Yee Sang 2012
S M L
Australian Abalone Yee Sang RM128 RM198 RM278
Soft Shell Crab with Caviar Yee Sang RM108 RM158 RM188
Norwegian Salmon Yee Sang RM98 RM138 RM168
Korean Pear with Salmon Yee Sang RM98 RM138 RM168
Fuji Apple with Salmon Yee Sang RM98 RM138 RM168
Korean Pear Yee Sang RM58 RM88 RM118
Jelly Fish Yee Sang RM58 RM88 RM118
SET 1
Celestial Dragon Tales
Norwegian Salmon with Caviar Yee Sang
Braised Sharks Fin soup with Dried Scallop and Crab Meat
Deep-fried Spring Chicken with Lemon sauce
Braised Dried Oyster, Black Moss with Mushroom and Broccoli
Steamed Sea Grouper with King Soy sauce
Stir-fried Tiger Prawn with Salted Egg
Steamed Claypot Rice with Wax Meat and Chinese Sausage
Chilled Black Glutinous Rice with Ice Cream
Golden Phoenix Delights
(Loh Mai Chi and Deep-fried Nian Gou with Yam)
RM1338++ per table of 10 persons inclusive of one Prosperity Peach Tree*
*(While stock last)
Earth Dragon Tales
Norwegian Salmon with Korean Pear Yee Sang
Braised Sharks Fin Soup with Crab Meat
Roasted Chicken with Onion
Braised Sea Asparagus, Black Moss with Lotus Root and Broccoli
Steamed Pomfret with Soy sauce
Stir-fried Tiger Prawns in Vietnamese Style
Fried Rice with Salted Egg and Diced Prawn
Glutinous Dumpling with Ginger Tea
Pan-fried Nian Gou with Cheese
RM1538++ per table of 10 persons inclusive of one Chinese Tea Set*
*(While stock last)
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