Weissbrau, German Bistro & Bar, new menu launched!

 Weissbrau launched its new menu last month and all new menu items were prepared for sampling. Myself, as the media was entertained by the foods and live performance by Mad Sally, everyone who came had a blast of a time.

Weissbrau, being an authentic German styled restaurant, incorporates dishes from the surrounding region to compliment traditional German fare and of course, the ale and other beverages that they are famous for. Weissbrau aims to let its diners experience a range of food from the region. It is about the experience, trying something new, and enjoying themselves.

Do you know, the word Weissbrau is a combination of German word “Weiss” for white and “brau” for brew, which refers to as white brew or white beer.

A range of Hearty dishes such as Crispy Pork Knuckle, Pork Ribs and Giant Wiener Schnitzel are a popular choice for diners, served with favorite side-dishes such as Sauerkraut (Shredded cabbage in white wine vinegar), German potato salad, Garlic mashed potato or lightly pan-fried Spaetzli (homemade egg noodle). I didn't manage to try all the recommended. 

The list of beers available at Weissbrau is extensive, to name a few, Erdinger, Hoegaarden, Franziskaner and Leffe Blonde are all available on tap. Imported bottled beer such as Paulaner, Lowenbrau, Becks, Konid Ludwig and Grolsch are served chilled. Draught 5 liter Paulaner beer is also available to cater for small function. Usual suspects include Carlsberg, Tuborg and Royal Stout. Weissbrau also offers a good range of spirits, liqueurs and wine.

Pascal Schnyder, a Korean born who was raised in Switzerland speaking Swiss-German is the Executive Chef in Weissbrau Bistro & Bar. Confusing eh? Pascal said he is a Swiss after all. He has worked for months revitalizing Weissbrau’s menu and creating new and exciting dishes to satisfy the customers.  This is really a restaurant like no other, as everything you see was custom made.

Pascal personally designed the interior décor and had a hand in everything from the crystal glasses, table ware, chairs, furniture and even the linen. Looking at his resume, Geneva Noga Hilton Hotel, Dolder Grand in Zurich and Zeunghauskeller Zurich were among his former employee.

Entertainment for the evening comes from upcoming international musical bands in Malaysia, Mad Sally, comprising five members, who is led by Charles Yew Han Baker. Mad Sally usually performs songs from the 50s to the present, covering Disco, Jazz, Pop, Rock, Soul and ballads.

Why Mad Sally? Because all the band members are international musicians, hence, mat salleh (Mad Sally). Though Mad Sally was said to be all male musical band, they do have a female vocal that would perform along with the band upon request from the crowds.

Interesting facts about the lead singer – Charles Yew Han Baker, he comes from British and Chinese-Malaysian heritage. Charles holds a Masters degree in music at Oxford University. Yew Han wrote and produced a duet for himself and Jaclyn Victor last year.

Watch the video below, Mad Sally singing Bee Gees' Staying Alive...Before that, I should thank Orchan Consulting Asia for inviting me to Weissbrau's new menu party!

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